Google's privacy policy dated October 16 adds an exception to its old ad promise. Users who connect Gmail or Google Photos to Search through Personal Intelligence can see ads based on summaries and inferences drawn from that content. The feature is not available in the EU, the UK or Switzerland.

Audio-Technica has unveiled the flagship ATH-AWX7000 wooden headphones made from Kiso cypress and finished with Echizen lacquer. The natural woods help create a detailed, lush sound tuned for a multi-layered soundstage with deep bass.

Honor has launched an affordable tablet with a 9.7-inch 2K 90Hz display, an 8,000mAh battery and up to 6GB of RAM in China. The Tablet X10 Mini also offers 128GB of storage, expandable by up to 2TB, along with 5MP front and rear cameras.

A new open-source tool reportedly unlocks previously restricted Tensor Core performance on Nvidia's ageing RTX 30-series GPUs, delivering gains of up to 80% in certain compute benchmarks. The modification works without flashing the GPU's VBIOS, although gaming improvements remain unproven.

Raising anxiety levels, Walmart has begun to selectively delay Zelda: Ocarina of Time pre-orders. The store has a checkered history, including a disastrous Switch 2 console launch. A limited-edition textured foil cover and discounts have also stretched rival Amazon's supply.

Amazon has added two new titles that Prime members can claim and download through Luna. The lineup includes Ad Infinitum and Time Travel: Escape Room Game.

The ID@Xbox and IGN Showcase was packed with gameplay reveals, new trailers, and more. On top of that, several new titles were also announced for Game Pass members.

An alleged GPU roadmap reportedly presented by a Broadcom executive references Nvidia's future RTX 80 series and AMD's RDNA 7 architecture. However, numerous inconsistencies, including references to cancelled products and incorrect GPU generations, seriously undermine its accuracy.

Timex is giving its Waterbury Standard a Looney Tunes makeover, complete with Bugs Bunny on the dial and a rotating disc that brings Tweety Bird, Sylvester, Marvin the Martian, and more familiar faces into view.

A new leak suggests Casio is preparing the G-Shock Gravitymaster GWR-B3000SC-1A, a limited-edition variant featuring a Kevlar-based fabric strap. The watch is reportedly scheduled to launch in Japan in December 2026.

Despite RAMageddon, the Vivo X500 Ultra will most likely be coming to Europe and other regions outside China in 2027. What sounded impossible a few weeks ago is now emerging in a first concrete leak: a global Zeiss camera flagship that promises to offer even more than the Vivo X500 Pro Max.

Casio has confirmed European pricing for its new Edifice EFR-SE108D collection, comprising four stainless steel watches with sapphire crystal and slim 8 mm cases. All four listings are now live in Germany, France and the Netherlands.

Lenovo has updated its monitor range with a new budget option. Featuring AMD FreeSync support, the Lenovo L32-4e also offers a 144 Hz refresh rate, 300 nits peak brightness and even a VGA port.

Lenovo has released a new budget gaming laptop in more countries. Now available in the US and other parts of North America, the LOQ Essential 15IRH11 boasts a 165 Hz display, user-upgradeable memory and a 10-core Intel processor.

A leak has narrowed the window for when the GTA 6 review embargo will end. The day and time matches past Rockstar launches, but some coverage may not appear until the release date. Journalists and content creators have also allegedly not yet received digital codes.

We are currently testing the new Asus ExpertBook A7, which features a high-quality unibody aluminum chassis. It feels like a MacBook but also offers a matte OLED touchscreen with a 120 Hz refresh rate.

Fujitsu has unveiled the FMV Note U UX-L3, the world's lightest 14-inch AI laptop with an 8C/8T Intel Core Ultra 7 355 CPU. The laptop offers up to 49 TOPS of AI compute power, a rugged carbon-fiber body, multiple ports, and MIL-STD 810H durability.

Lenovo has listed the Xiaoxin 10.1 Color Ink Soft Light Edition in China with a 120Hz anti-glare display and three viewing modes. It features a Helio G300 processor, up to 8GB of RAM and a 7,060mAh battery.

With the ThinkVision M16, Lenovo offers a portable 16-inch monitor for just over €200 that can easily connect to any laptop via USB-C.

Casio has confirmed that it will release its new GAC-2500 and GMC-2500 octagonal bezel watches in the US and the EU. These analog models were leaked earlier in 2026, with the pricing and release window now announced for these markets.

Dredge is an adventure game where you'll have to fish, explore mysterious areas, and meet several characters. But as your adventure unfolds, you'll uncover various mysteries and face dangers you'll need to overcome.

Gigabyte’s WRX90 AI TOP motherboard supports up to 2 TB of ECC DDR5 memory, cooled by a dual-fan system designed to reduce temperatures by up to 43 °C. It also features seven PCIe 5.0 slots, with a demonstrated configuration supporting up to nine GPUs through additional external connections.

Square Enix is compensating eligible Final Fantasy XIV subscribers after a critical PHP vulnerability prompted the company to suspend new logins worldwide for approximately one day. The publisher has also confirmed that new logins and the server backup feature have since been restored.

The Fujitsu FMV Mouse X (X01MB) features magnetic-switch buttons as well as both top and side scroll wheels. All functions are programmable using the FMV Accessory app. It can connect via Bluetooth 6.1, a wireless adapter, or a USB-C cable.

Footage appears to show a Homebrew Launcher running on the Nintendo Switch 2, while SmileBASIC 4, the application used in a recently disclosed exploit, has reportedly disappeared from regional eShop listings in Europe, North America and Japan.

GameStop patrons searching for a Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console may be out of luck. An insider learned locations have 0-5 units inbound by its release date. Nintendo has committed to restocks, but the handheld and Pro Controller could remain scarce until 2027.

Long lines returned to Apple Stores worldwide as the iPhone Duo, Apple’s first foldable iPhone, went on sale on October 23. Customers queued for hours at locations including Apple Fifth Avenue, while limited walk-in inventory sold out at some stores amid what Apple called extraordinary pre-order demand.

Nothing is reportedly looking to add a Pro variant to its earbud portfolio. The Nothing Ear (3) Pro is expected to launch soon and come with some key improvements over the Nothing Ear (3).

Apple is reportedly testing its giant foldable iPad with design cues taken from Huawei. There aren't hundreds of ways to make a foldable tablet, though, but the MateBook Fold may hold the clue to how an iPad Duo could look.

Polestar is preparing a new generation of its most important model, using the BMW i3 as its benchmark. The next Polestar 2 promises more space, chassis technology from the Polestar 5 and, for the first time, a low, sporty profile.

Fiat’s Multiplina concept packs four seats into a 119.7-inch-long electric quadricycle, with reported targets of a 56 mph top speed and a starting price near $11,200. French publication L’Argus reports a possible launch in early 2028, though Fiat has not officially confirmed production plans or detailed battery specifications.

Chinese facilities are reportedly converting GeForce RTX 5090 gaming cards into AI accelerators by transplanting their GPUs and memory onto custom circuit boards. This suggests that Nvidia’s flagship Blackwell-series hardware is reaching China despite export restrictions, while potentially diverting supply away from gamers. Reports have also raised questions about Nvidia’s possible indirect role in the process.

(Peak brightness corrected) Dell is now selling its latest 16-inch laptop globally. Featuring 18-core or 20-core Nvidia RTX Spark N1X chipsets, the XPS 16 Creator Edition also offers up to 128 GB of RAM, a 120 Hz VRR OLED display and a 99 Wh battery.

Yozma has launched the all-new IN 11 electric dirt bike globally. The IN 11 is an off-road as well as city-friendly dirt bike, featuring a mid-drive motor and a large 1,404 Wh lithium battery. Plus, it offers a top speed of 45 mph (72 km/h) and a range of 55 miles (88 km) on a single charge. 

AI-generated videos are becoming increasingly realistic, but they sometimes violate basic laws of physics. With PhysTrace, researchers introduce a method that pinpoints and describes these inconsistencies over time. In tests, the method achieved a detection rate of up to 70.7 percent for certain types of physics errors — a potential step forward, with implications that extend beyond AI-generated video.

Cuktech has launched an interesting laptop charger that has up to 360W fast charging support. It's said to be 72.8% smaller than regular adapters with the same power output rating, and it has an active cooling fan. This GaN adapter is widely compatible, and it has a launch price of CNY 499, about $75.

Mass Effect: Universe was unfortunately cancelled as BioWare was shut down by EA. The recently leaked trailer brought some insight into what it could have been, and now an insider has shared more details about the state of the game.

The latest Xbox handheld gaming console, the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20, is a superb portable gaming console. While it comes with Windows 11 out of the box, you can install SteamOS on the machine. YouTuber ETA Prime has done just that and the results are quite good.

Warlord: Britannia is a strategy game in which the conquest of ancient Britain rests in your hands. Lead your soldiers into battle, attack towns and forts, and repel enemy assaults to ensure the success of your expedition.

Xiaomi has released a new version of its Slim Magnetic Power Bank. Now featuring a 10,000 mAh battery, the magnetic power bank can also charge connected devices wirelessly at up to 25 W.

Electro-Voice's second-generation Evolve speaker systems are now available worldwide, promising more power, smarter wireless controls, and fewer cables to trip over. With three models aimed at DJs, musicians, and event professionals, the lineup looks ready for everything from intimate performances to considerably less intimate dance floors.

Xiaomi has released a new smart camera with Amazon Alexa and Google Home integration. Featuring a 2.5K resolution and night vision support, the Smart Camera C401 remains relatively affordable at ~$50.

Fujitsu has launched a Godzilla-themed version of its lightweight FMV Zero laptop in Japan. The 14-inch Copilot+ PC weighs approximately 886g, features AMD Ryzen AI 400 processors and starts at ¥265,100 (around $1,680 at the time of writing).

Months after its release, 8BitDo is now accepting pre-orders for its display-equipped Arcade Controller Pro. Available in two colors on Amazon and 8BitDo's online store, the controller will be released at the end of November.

Sigma's latest 50 mm f/1.4 full-frame lens not only boasts a stylish retro look with a dedicated aperture ring, but also promises to capture photos full of character. The lens is extremely compact, despite its autofocus motor and weather-sealed body.

On the iPod’s 25th anniversary, Apple Music’s website features a working replica of the first-generation iPod on its 404 page, including a hidden Brick game.

Age of Empires IV Raiders of the North arrives October 29 on PC, Xbox, and PS5, adding the Vikings, the Scots, four new Crucible missions, co-op, and two new biomes.