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A new external enclosure for high-speed SSDs is supposed to offer high storage capacity and quick data transfer rates. It comes with active cooling that should prevent overheating, while the aluminum housing should also provide some passive cooling.

The Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro have been in the news for a while and now, a week ahead of their launch, dummy units have surfaced online. These pretty much confirm the design and color options, and are in line with previously leaked images.

With plenty of ports and an unusual architecture, the K1 is a new single-board computer that sports M.2 slots and can be expanded accordingly. PCIe is on board, and connecting external sensors and actuators is supported as well.

Humble Bundle's latest package — Beamdog and Owlcat: RPG Masters — is here with a total of 12 items. As the name suggests, it is full of RPG games from Beamdog and Owlcat Games.

The Last Campfire, an adventure game with a deeply thought-provoking narrative, is now on sale on Steam at its record-low price. Retailing for only $1.49, the game can be finished in two sittings and can be run on modest hardware.

Insiders have been trying out new features that will be rolled out to all other users in the next update for Windows 11 from Microsoft. These include a network speed test integrated into the taskbar.

The Omibo Smart Video Pin shows what a pin could look like in the 21st century. Its round touchscreen allows it to display moving images and change the video shown with a single touch. The illuminated display promises good readability even in low light conditions.

Philips Hue has officially launched the upgraded Turaco outdoor smart light range in Europe. The line-up includes three models: the Turaco Wall lantern, the Turaco Post and the Turaco Pedestal. Compared to the originals, these devices are brighter, offering dimmable white and colored lighting effects.

Microsoft has added four new games to Xbox Game Pass’ free play weekend. The most notable title of them is Battlefield 6, which can also be bought for a discounted price.

The Honor Magic V6 has reared its head before its imminent global debut. Spotted at the Winter Olympics of all places, the Magic V6 will beat both the Oppo Find N6 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 to launching.

Xiaomi is tipped to replace two of its sub-flagship smartphones much sooner than previously expected. Featuring large batteries and high-end chipsets, the pair could replace Xiaomi's current offerings upwards in just a few months. The Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro will depart from Xiaomi's usual release schedules in other ways, too.

Optoma has released the new UHZ36 4K UHD laser projector in the US. This model is designed for the living room, with a laser light source and support for HDR. Other features include a built-in speaker, dual HDMI ports and image adjustment tools like automatic keystone correction.

Bethesda has multiple big projects in the works and studio head Todd Howard spoke about content coming to Starfield. He also mentioned that majority of the team is working on The Elder Scrolls 6.

The Epic Games Store is now offering a new free game for mobile players. Available for a short time, this penultimate giveaway of February 26 can be redeemed on Android and iOS. This week's freebie centres on Residual, which combines science fiction with nostalgic graphics plus crafting and survival mechanics.

At CES 2026, Dell resurrected the XPS branding and released the all-new XPS 14, and we finally had the chance to properly test their take on what a thin, light, yet powerful laptop should look like.

The free games section has been refreshed on Epic Games Store, and the storefront has made the penultimate February 2026 freebies live. Alongside this, the last PC giveaway plans have also been revealed, and things are looking good.

A user on Reddit has shared what seems to be a modem failure in their iPhone Air. The new Apple developed modem called the C1X was launched in September last year with the iPhone Air.

Toyota is pricing its new all-electric C-HR SUV lower than the comparable Model Y AWD in the US or the hybrid version it sells abroad. The first reviews of the 2026 Toyota C-HR are out, and they detail the range, charging speed, and comforts of the compact electric SUV.

Even after a promising launch, Valve shouldn’t feel threatened by ROG Xbox Ally sales. A Circana analyst revealed that the Steam Deck still enjoys strong support. The memory shortage could affect both the Linux and Windows handheld gaming PCs, with price increases possible.

A solar eclipse took place on February 17, 2026, in Antarctica, and although few people were able to see it, satellites managed to capture the shadow of the Moon on the Earth's surface. But another solar eclipse will occur in 2026, and millions of people will be able to observe it.

The Olimex ESP32-P4-PC is an open-source dev board based on the ESP32-P4 SoC, featuring HDMI, 10/100Mb Ethernet, and four USB 2.0 ports for applications such as smart home panels, POS systems, and IP camera controllers.

Xiaomi has unveiled a new X Pro QLED TV. Marketed as the X Pro QLED TV 2026, the new Smart TV spans 75-inches while offering Dolby Vision, AirPlay 2, eARC and a 120 Hz game mode.

Fort is said to be the first wearable that can automatically and accurately track strength training, while also supporting cardio workouts as well as sleep and stress tracking. Developed by former Tesla engineers, the wristband promises a battery life of one week.

The next update to Apple's iOS, namely iOS 26.4, may bring video playback to CarPlay. Code found in the iOS 26.4 beta 1 hints that CarPlay users will be able to watch video on Apple TV and other select apps, but only when their vehicle is parked.

A new leak has revealed that the Edge 70 Fusion could feature a newer chipset than previously suggested. As a result, Motorola's next Edge smartphone should go toe-to-toe with Xiaomi's Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus when it launches globally.

Casio has released three of the new G-Shock GG-B100X watches in the UK, with a wider European release on the horizon. These Master of G Mudmaster watches are equipped with four sensors for features like a digital compass and thermometer, and also offer Bluetooth connectivity.

Infinix has introduced the XPad 30E alongside the Note 60 series smartphones. The tablet is positioned as a budget offering, featuring an 11-inch display, a MediaTek Helio G80 processor, and 4G connectivity.

Samsung smartphones are possibly some of the most-leaked products in the world. The company is reportedly implementing measures to stop the public from obtaining details about the features and design of the next Galaxy flagship six months ahead of its launch – just in time for the Galaxy S27 leak season.

While Apple, Samsung and Garmin are comfortably dividing up the smartwatch market among themselves, Meta is set to break into this highly competitive market soon, with a focus on health and AI features.

Not everyone wants to spend $1,000 or more on a smartphone. We take a close look at the current Xiaomi mid-range class including a SoC from Qualcomm. We analyse how well the Xiaomi phone is suitable for gaming and whether the graphics performance is sufficient for smooth gaming experience.

The U.S. government has targeted inflated electric car efficiency counts with the removal of the advantageous petroleum equivalency multiplier under the CAFE standard. It not only encouraged EV production but also inflated Tesla's fleet efficiency numbers in terms of regulatory credits available to sell to other automakers.

Achilles: Legends Untold is an action RPG in the vein of Diablo, but its combat emphasizes skill-based mechanics reminiscent of Dark Souls. Instead of battling demons, players enter a world shaped by Greek mythology. On Steam, the game is now 80% off for the first time, bringing the price down to under $5.

The demo for the pirate-themed survival game Windrose has quickly gained strong traction on Steam. Shortly after launch, it reached more than 6,000 concurrent players and earned a 94% positive rating from over 400 reviews. The demo reportedly offers up to six hours of gameplay.

With Lyria 3, Google is integrating a music generation tool into the Gemini app for the first time. Users can create 30-second songs complete with automatically generated lyrics, sung vocals, and cover artwork simply by entering a text prompt or uploading an image. The feature is currently available in the Gemini beta.

Wayblazer Dämmerung launched on Steam Feb 18, 2026, and it's a milestone since this is Eushully's first official Western release in 25 years. The crafting-focused JRPG holds a 90% positive rating based off the few initial reviews, alongside a $31.99 launch price.

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16 Gen 10 gaming laptop with the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX CPU, an RTX 5060 latpop GPU, 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD is now down by more than $500 vs list price at Best Buy. The resulting price makes the Legion Pro 5 16 a good value.

The Q27G4ZD is a new OLED gaming monitor that sits within AOC's Gaming series. Released globally, the AOC Gaming Q27G4ZD combines a 280 Hz refresh rate with Nvidia G-Sync compatibility and a four-port USB hub for a relatively affordable price tag in both the UK and the US.

Mass surveillance through a tech titan, enabled by cameras purchased by the monitored consumers themselves – this appears to be Amazon’s latest plans. Leaked emails show how Amazon aims to utilise a new Ring feature to track much more than just parcels.

Toto, a high-end toilet maker from Japan, holds key tech that could make it integral to the memory/storage supply change. Its ceramics can withstand incredibly low temperatures, making them a key component in NAND manufacturing.

The V70 Elite is a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3-powered smartphone from Vivo. Rivalling the OnePlus Nord 5 and Poco F6 in terms of performance, the Vivo V70 Elite also finds itself with hardware like a 6,500 mAh battery, 90 W wired charging and dual 50 MP cameras.

Dyson has launched the new PencilWash wet and dry cleaner worldwide. Already available to purchase in Europe, and set for a release in North America in the near future, this is a lightweight hard floor cleaner. Features of the filterless model include a slim body and handle, and a high-density microfibre mop.

The Vivo V70 is now official. Released in India with more markets to follow, the V70 surpasses its predecessor in several areas while rivalling the Motorola Edge 70 on performance.

Amazfit has unveiled the T-Rex Ultra 2 with an 870 mAh battery (+74%), Grade-5 Titanium build, and 3,000-nit sapphire display. The flagship gets 64 GB of storage for topo maps and an integrated 300-lux LED flashlight.

The Epic Games Store has launched new free game giveaways. Exclusive to PC gamers, this week's freebies include numerous in-game items for one title and indefinite access to another. Epic Games Store will be giving away Return to Ash and Stalcraft: X Starter Edition until February 26.

High-performance gaming laptops are often loud—but the XMG Apex 17 proves that quiet gaming doesn’t have to mean slow gaming. In our testing, switching from Performance mode to Entertainment mode reduces fan noise by up to 60%, while gaming performance drops by only 10 to 12 percent. Here’s how much speed you really lose—and whether quiet mode is the better choice for everyday gaming.

Seiko’s new 39.4 mm SRPM09 HUF Limited Edition revives the 1970s "Time Sonar" design with a semi-transparent green dial and 4R36 movement. Limited to 7,000 units globally, the $450 field watch includes a specialized HUF-branded presentation tin.

Windows 10 ESU update KB5075912 (Build 19045.6937) is rolling out for February 2026, addressing a shutdown/hibernation restart issue on some Secure Launch-capable PCs and carrying Secure Boot rollout targeting data.

Android 17 Beta 1 is now rolling out to supported Google Pixel devices. Here’s the official device list, how to install the beta, and what Google says is new in Beta 1.

The BMX SolidSafe Air Qi2 magnetic power bank uses semi‑solid‑state cells and a titanium‑reinforced body to improve safety and durability. It delivers up to 20 watts of wired and 15 watts of wireless power to charge phones and other electronics.

Grand Seiko just announced its first global GS9 Club design project, slated for 2027. Celebrating the 62GS’s 60th anniversary, members will vote on sub-40mm models featuring the Arabic "9" and high-beat 9SA4 or 9F quartz movements.