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 Motorola Edge 70
Has thinness come at too high a cost for the Motorola Edge 70?
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Best portable power stations to buy in December 2025
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 Lenovo ThinkPad P1 16 Gen 8 review: Tandem OLED series premiere
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The Find X9 Ultra could look just like the Find X8 Ultra. (Image Source: Oppo)

Oppo Find X9 Ultra specs leak along with word of a potential global release

Oppo's most premium device for this generation, the Find X9 Ultra, is in the works. The Find X9 Ultra will sit above the Find X9 Pro and rival devices like the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Ultra, with a new leak now revealing so...
Ricci Rox, 14 Dec 2025 09:04
HP OmniBook 7 Aero 13 review: World's lightest 13-inch laptop with over 40 TOPS NPU

87% HP OmniBook 7 Aero 13 review: World's lightest 13-inch laptop with over 40 TOPS NPU

Only 1 kg with AMD Zen 5. The OmniBook 7 Aero 13 is an almost ideal subnotebook for constant travelers who want to carry as light as possible without sacrificing too much in terms of performance or quality. The AMD Zen 5 CPU in particular is excellent considering the size and weight of the system.
AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | AMD Radeon 860M | 13.30" | 1 kg
Allen Ngo, 14 Dec 2025 04:40
Shopping bag with Steam logo is shown (Image source: Steam with edits)

Steam adds new notifications for sale prices and discounts on games, saving buyers money

With so many Steam bundles for sale, buyers often miss out on deals. Valve now notifies them of lower prices before finishing the checkout process. Social features already warn players about issues with new Steam games, giving the...
Adam Corsetti, 14 Dec 2025 02:24
The Intel Arc B770 has been rumoured for ages at this point, Arc B580 pictured. (Image source: Intel)

Intel teases Arc B770, Panther Lake and Nova Lake performance 'looking seriously exciting' as mystery 300 W GPU rears its head

A mysterious Intel GPU has revealed itself in shipping manifests with a 300 W TDP. At the same time, Intel itself has been caught teasing that the long-rumoured Arc B700 delivers 'seriously exicting' performance, as do its Nova La...
Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2025 02:16
An aerial image of a container ship (Image source: Venti Views via Unsplash; cropped)

China to build world’s first thorium-powered container vessel by 2035

A major Chinese shipbuilder aims to revolutionize maritime trade with a zero-emission, nuclear-powered vessel capable of carrying 25,000 containers, though regulatory hurdles remain.
Chibuike Okpara, 14 Dec 2025 02:02
All of Xiaomi's new Smart TVs run HyperOS 3. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches three new Mini LED Smart TVs with 288 Hz game modes

Xiaomi has updated its Redmi TV X 2026 series with three new Smart TVs. Available in 55-inch, 65-ich and 75-inch sizes, all three Smart TVs feature Mini LED local dimming zones, 4K resolutions and special 288 Hz game modes.
Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2025 01:38
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Abxylute M4 Snap-On mobile controller review: A MagSafe-compatible compact controller

Abxylute M4 Snap-On mobile controller review: A MagSafe-compatible compact controller

Convenient but cramped. The Abxylute M4 Snap-On mobile controller is a compact and easily-pocketable Bluetooth controller designed for MagSafe-compatible phones. While the controller is easy to carry around and pop on, its small size proves to be a hurdle for those with larger hands.
Sam Medley, 13 Dec 2025 23:32
Valve Steam Machine grill is shown (Image source: screenshot, Valve YouTube)

Insider claims Steam Machine release date delay possible because of rising memory prices

Gamers had assumed that the Steam Machine would be available by early Spring 2026. Unfortunately, there are rumors that the memory shortage may interfere with its release date. An insider has heard that, along with a higher Steam ...
Adam Corsetti, 13 Dec 2025 21:12
The 8BitDo Arcade Controller is compatible with Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 and Windows. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Unannounced 8BitDo Arcade Controller “Transparent” Edition appears on Amazon for $94.99

8BitDo may soon announce a refresh of the Arcade Controller it released in July. A listing spotted on Amazon has provided a few details of the upcoming controller which seems to have a transparent design.
Habeeb Onawole, 13 Dec 2025 21:05
We've reviewed the Vivo X300 Pro (Image source: Alex Wätzel)

Vivo X300 Pro: Camera ace with minor weaknesses reviewed

The Vivo X300 Pro impressed in our review, particularly with its strong camera setup. However, it also showed a few weaknesses and caveats in terms of features. Read on for a summary of our most important findings.
Daniel Schmidt, 13 Dec 2025 20:55
The first render images of the Galaxy S26 Ultra are already visible in One UI 8.5 Beta. (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Galaxy S26 Ultra charging upgrade confirmed as Samsung begins selling new 60 W charger early

A new leak has confirmed that the Galaxy S26 Ultra will be launching with faster charging capabilities than its predecessor. In the meantime, Samsung has already been spotted selling the new 60 W charging adapter ahead of the smar...
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2025 19:51
GameMT will offer the EX5 in three colour options. (Image source: GameMT)

GameMT EX5: GameMT launches new retro gaming handheld with PS Vita looks and 1080p display

The EX5 is a 5-inch gaming handheld quite clearly modelled after the PS Vita. Equipped with a reasonably powerful MediaTek processor, the GameMT EX5 will surpass many of its rivals visually thanks to its 1080p IPS display.
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2025 19:28
Image from the game Feudal Alloy showing a knight with an aquarium head and a castle in the background. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | This 2D RPG set in medieval times is available with a 90% discount on Steam

Feudal Alloy immerses you in a medieval world in which you must face the forces of evil. And to achieve this, you will embody a robot, which is controlled by a fish in an aquarium, and collect many weapons and resources.
Alexis Stegmann, 13 Dec 2025 19:22
A total of 17 free games will be given away throughout the special event. Pictured: a screenshot from the recent teaser video. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Epic Games Store confirms total of 17 free games for holiday 2025 giveaway event

The first mystery free game of the holiday season 2025 is now live on Epic Games Store. While recent reports have suggested that there will be 15 more, the storefront has just confirmed that a total of 17 mystery freebies will be ...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Dec 2025 18:14
The OnePlus Ace 6T that recently launched in China. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15R leak reveals rear camera downgrade from OnePlus 13R with telephoto lens missing

The OnePlus 15R featuring Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is confirmed to release in the global market. Ahead of the launch, a new leak has revealed the camera specifications, indicating that the phone will miss out on the telephoto lens from ...
Huzefa Baloch, 13 Dec 2025 17:19
Samsung 870 EVO SATA 2.5-inch solid-state drive pictured alongside retail packaging (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung to halt SATA SSD production, leaker warns of up to 18 months of SSD price pressure, worse than Micron ending consumer RAM

Samsung is reportedly preparing to wind down its SATA SSD business, and a notable hardware leaker warns the move could have broader implications for consumer storage pricing than Micron’s decision to end its Crucial RAM lineup. Th...
Yetnesh Dubey, 13 Dec 2025 17:00
Motorola Edge 70

81% How much smartphone is left when thinness rules the Motorola Edge 70?

The cost of slimness. The Motorola Edge 70 is more than twice as expensive as its predecessor. In the name of a thinner design, Motorola has sacrificed not only optical zoom, but also the microSD slot and part of the battery life. The approach is consistent, but is it also sensible?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SM7750-AB | Qualcomm Adreno 722 | 6.67" | 159 g
Florian Schmitt, 13 Dec 2025 16:34
The Huckberry x Timex 1979 Black Max, pictured with a black stainless-steel strap against a white background. (Image source: Timex)

New Timex x Huckberry Black Max 1979 reissue launches with black stainless-steel bracelet

Timex has launched the Huckberry x Timex 1979 Black Max - a modern reissue of its late-1970s sports watch. The 41 mm stainless steel model uses a quartz movement, features a black dial with tachymeter, and is water resistant to 10...
Anubhav Sharma, 13 Dec 2025 15:59
Tails of Iron is available on Steam with a 92% discount for the first time until December 18. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | 2D Action RPG meets Soulslike – available for the first time for just $2 on Steam

Tails of Iron is a hand-drawn 2D action RPG with clear Soulslike influences, combining a dark fantasy setting with a demanding, timing-focused combat system. The critically acclaimed title is now available on Steam for the first t...
Marius Müller, 13 Dec 2025 15:15
McDonald’s fully AI-generated commercial faces heavy backlash. (Image source: OudeTVinHD via YouTube)

"Soulless": AI-generated McDonald's commercial is torn apart by the community

McDonald’s Christmas ad, created entirely with AI, was intended to poke fun at the stress of the holiday season. Instead, many viewers described it as cold, unsettling and "soulless." The company has since removed the video, altho...
Marius Müller, 13 Dec 2025 14:56
Nighthold: Number 1 boasts a fully destructible environment, which can be used by the player to their advantage. Pictured - an ingame screenshot with an ongoing battle between the player and raiders. (Image source: Steam)

Steam launch: New free-to-play open-world survival sandbox game has full destruction mechanics and "Positive" reviews

Nighthold: Number 1 is a brand-new free-to-play title on Steam. Players have to survive Sandrax-66b's Rot attacks via base-building & full destruction. Positive early reviews are all for the tension in the game.
Anubhav Sharma, 13 Dec 2025 13:07
The Soxai Ring 2, pictured in a matte black finish on the edge of a rock against a dark background. (Image source: Soxai)

Soxai Ring 2 is a new Japanese titanium smart ring with PPG sensor, five finishes, and no subscription fees

Soxai has launched the Ring 2 smart ring in Japan with a slimmer 6.7 mm design, a new Deep Sensing PPG sensor, and up to 14 days of battery life. The ring focuses on sleep tracking and health insights, with no subscription fee.
Anubhav Sharma, 13 Dec 2025 12:32
Image from the game Alien: Isolation - Last Survivor. (Image source: Steam)

A new single-player game based on the Alien franchise is in development

New information has been unveiled, and a new game from the Alien franchise is currently in development. And that’s not all, because several details have already been revealed, allowing us to have an idea of this future game.
Alexis Stegmann, 13 Dec 2025 12:09
The 3D-printed DIY telescope (pictured in hands-on photos) uses carbon rods for structural support. (Image source: Lucas Sifoni)

This inexpensive 3D-printed DIY telescope fits in a jacket pocket

Lucas Sifoni built a pocket-sized, 3D-printed Dobsonian telescope around a 76 mm mirror, and was kind enough to detail its compact mechanical design, materials, optical testing, and limits, showing it is small but genuinely functi...
Anubhav Sharma, 13 Dec 2025 11:31
The 2026 Tesla Model Y (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla ups Model 3 and Model Y lease pricing drastically by up to 67% for 2026 deliveries

Tesla is trying to boost the sales in its holiday quarter any way it can. After introducing 0% Model Y APR financing and stacking it with inventory discounts and free options, it is now readying a drastic lease price increase for ...
Daniel Zlatev, 13 Dec 2025 11:17
Official image of the game Just Ignore Them. (Image source: Nintendo)

Deal | Steam offers a 2D horror adventure game – for a limited time

Just Ignore Them, a 2D adventure and horror game that is highly appreciated by gamers, which immerses you in a unique story, is free on Steam. And you can keep it in your library if you add it before December 15, 2025.
Alexis Stegmann, 13 Dec 2025 10:58
Pictured, a screenshot of T-1000 against a background of flames, from the Terminator 2D: No Fate trailer. (Image source: IGN YouTube)

New Terminator-based retro-action game launches on Steam after 3 delays, alongside a 10% launch discount and promising reviews

Terminator 2D: No Fate launches on Steam after 3 delays from September to December 12, 2025. Bitmap Bureau's pixel-art run-and-gun recreates T2 action with short, intense levels as Sarah, John, and T-800. Most reviews praise contr...
Anubhav Sharma, 13 Dec 2025 10:23
A Steam Deck device on a vibrant background (Image source: Steam; edited)

Deal | Humble Bundle offers 7 Steam Deck-compatible games worth about $100 for $7

The latest Humble Bundle holiday rebundle is here — June Tunes Encore. This rebundle is loaded up with 7 games, all of which are rated Steam Deck Playable or Verified, except for Rhythm Fighter.
Chibuike Okpara, 13 Dec 2025 09:52
The Casio G-Shock GMS2110-1A1 with a metal bezel, pictured against a dark background. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock GM-S2110 metal bezel watches now available to buy in the US

Casio has now released the GM-S2110-1A1 and GM-S2110-1A7 in the US at $200. The compact metal-bezel G-Shocks present the octagonal design, crosshatch dials, 200m water resistance, and core GM-S2110 features in a smaller, lighter c...
Anubhav Sharma, 13 Dec 2025 09:20
Best portable power stations in 2025. A Bluetti Apex shown here. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Best portable power stations in 2025

Not sure which portable power station is right for you? We’ve curated a list of the best portable power stations, which helps you to pick the best power station for any budget.
Abhinav Fating, 13 Dec 2025 09:04
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Aura Edition touchscreen navigated by, well, touch... (Image source: Darryl Linington - Notebookcheck)

Can the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Aura Edition touchscreen replace a traditional mouse?

I put my Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Aura Edition's touchscreen to the ultimate test: using it exclusively for a week. Can it really replace your traditional mouse? Find out the pros, cons, and surprising results.
Darryl Linington, 13 Dec 2025 08:54
A Starlink standard dish on a lawn. (Image source: Rose/X)

SpaceX quietly removes its $40 Starlink plan in the US

SpaceX has dropped its 'Residential 100Mbps' plan from Starlink's US site. This sudden change likely stems from high demand filling up network capacity in the areas where it was available. However, the plan is still available for ...
Antony Muchiri, 13 Dec 2025 08:38
The Poco F7 debuted months after the Poco F7 Pro and Poco F7 Ultra. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Leak: There may not be a Xiaomi Poco F8 or Poco X8

According to new leaks, Xiaomi could be set to phase out the vanilla Poco F8 and Poco X8 models, with the Poco F8 potentially being replaced by the Poco X8 Pro Max in the company's hierarchy.
Ricci Rox, 13 Dec 2025 07:41
The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are now at their lowest ever price on Amazon. (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Apple AirPods Pro 3 drop to under $200 on Amazon

Apple's top-of-the-line AirPods Pro 3 wireless in-ear earbuds have received their biggest discount ever on Amazon after a $50 price cut. The AirPods Pro 3 arrived with new heart-rate monitoring, improved active noise cancellation,...
David Chien, 13 Dec 2025 07:16
Tandem OLED flexes its muscles on the latest ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 to show its advantages over regular OLED (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 with tandem OLED is insanely bright at almost 1500 nits

With HDR enabled, the latest ThinkPad workstation can reach brightness levels up to three or four times brighter than most other laptops in the market.
Allen Ngo, 13 Dec 2025 06:50
Iqunix Magi65 Pro wireless low-profile mechanical keyboard deal

Deal | 330 hours battery life with enthusiast typing feel: Top aluminium wireless low-profile mechanical keyboard gets record-low price in Amazon deal

As we discovered in our review of the keyboard, the Iqunix Magi65 Pro delivers an excellent typing experience and phenomenal battery life, making it the best low-profile mechanical keyboard we've tested so far, especially for thos...
Julian van der Merwe, 13 Dec 2025 06:02
The 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 Speaker - N Edition. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo's Retro Cube 2 Speaker - N Edition is now available for $49.99

The 8BitDo NES-inspired Retro Cube 2 speaker is now available to purchase, after being on pre-order since its announcement in October. Exclusive to the 8BitDo eShop, the speaker has support for Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and USB-C connect...
Habeeb Onawole, 13 Dec 2025 05:28
Naya Connect wireless low profile mechanical keyboad with track ball and endless expansion

Turbo-nerd's dream slim wireless mechanical keyboard with modular superpowers and suite of expansion modules, gets official launch date

The Naya Connect is a new ecosystem of desktop input devices based around a low-profile mechanical keyboard and a standalone wireless module that can be used with a four different input devices, including a track ball, touch pad, ...
Julian van der Merwe, 13 Dec 2025 04:29
Ashes of Creation banner is shown (Image source: Ashes of Creation YouTube with edits)

Ashes of Creation early access release brings censorship claims over negative Steam reviews

Offering sandbox MMORPG gameplay, Ashes of Creation attracted curiosity since a Kickstarter campaign. However, its Steam early access launch has produced complaints about inadequate servers. Players who argue that the game’s relea...
Adam Corsetti, 13 Dec 2025 02:31
The Lenovo Legion Y9000P Diablo IV gaming laptop has been launched in China with up to RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. (Image source: Lenovo via Weibo)

Lenovo Legion Y9000P Diabo IV gaming laptop arrives in China with up to RTX 5080 Laptop GPU and Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU

The Lenovo Legion Y9000P gaming laptop has been updated with a Diablo IV-inspired variant, which is currently available only in China. Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU and up to an RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, the OLED gamer is ...
Sambit Saha, 13 Dec 2025 02:20
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024’s Stranger Things update brings Hawkins to life with story-driven helicopter missions inspired by the Netflix series. (Image source: Microsoft Flight Simulator)

Microsoft Flight Simulator transforms into a Stranger Things game in this free update

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is known for realism, not supernatural thrills, but a surprise crossover with Netflix’s Stranger Things changes that. A free update lets players explore a faithfully recreated Hawkins, Indiana, blen...
Santiago Nino, 12 Dec 2025 23:09
Logo of Google Disco, an experimental AI browser prototype from Google Labs. (Image source: Google)

Google’s experimental AI browser is here, and it turns your open tabs into custom apps

Google is running a new AI-powered browser experiment called Disco, and its first trick is a feature that can turn your open tabs into interactive apps. The Gemini-3–powered prototype is available only through a waitlist, but some...
Kishan Vyas, 12 Dec 2025 21:23
The Nitro Deck 2 is backward compatible with older Switch models. (Image source: CRKD)

CRKD launches Nitro Deck 2 for Nintendo Switch 2 with backward compatibility and support for PC and smartphones

CRKD has finally announced the Nitro Deck 2 for the Nintendo Switch 2. The controller also works with older Switch models and can be used as a wired or wireless controller for other devices.
Habeeb Onawole, 12 Dec 2025 21:02
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic banner (Image source: Star Wars YouTube with edits)

Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic release date predicted as 2030, likely years after KOTOR remake

Gamers shouldn’t expect Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic to ship anytime in the near future. With its studio recently opening, development on the single-player RPG has only just started. Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier estimates a 2...
Adam Corsetti, 12 Dec 2025 20:39
The Motorola Edge 50 Ultra. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leak sheds light on display and camera details

The Motorola Edge 50 Ultra launched in 2024 as the company's premium smartphone offering. Its successor, the Edge 70 Ultra, has now appeared in a leak revealing its key details.
Huzefa Baloch, 12 Dec 2025 20:32
The image showing Comet Lemmon and the Milky Way above Hawaii. (Image source: International Gemini Observatory/NOIRLab/NSF/AURAImage processing: M. Rodriguez (International Gemini Observatory/NSF NOIRLab) & M. Zamani (NSF NOIRLab))

An incredible image shows Comet Lemmon and the Milky Way above Hawaii

In recent weeks, Comet Lemmon has been visible in the sky, and recently, an impressive photo was unveiled showing this comet and the Milky Way in the night sky. And that's not all, because it is also possible to see other stars in...
Alexis Stegmann, 12 Dec 2025 20:12
The upcoming Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus desktop CPUs have been listed by a reputed retailer. (Image source: PrimeABGB, edited)

Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus desktop gaming CPUs spotted ahead of CES 2026 launch

A PC components retailer, PrimeABGB, has listed the upcoming Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus desktop CPUs on its website. The listings appear to confirm many of the tidbits floating around on the intern...
Sambit Saha, 12 Dec 2025 20:01
A screengrab of John Romero (image source: Andrs De Pedro lvarez YT)

John Romero’s $50 million cancelled Microsoft FPS reborn as bold indie shooter with Elden Ring–level innovation

John Romero has revealed that his cancelled, big-budget Microsoft-backed FPS has been reborn as a smaller-scale indie shooter that repurposes about $50 million worth of prior work into a radically redesigned single-player project....
Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Dec 2025 19:23
The GMKtec Evo-X1 mini PC features an OCuLink port, Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, and 32 GB DDR5 memory at a record-low price. (Image source: Allen Ngo of Notebookcheck)

Deal | Gaming mini PC with 32 GB memory crashes to lowest-ever price, sports Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU and OCuLink support

The GMKtec Evo-X1 gaming mini PC is back at its record-low price on Amazon, featuring the powerful 12-core AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 "Strix Point" APU paired with 32 GB of LPDDR5X-7500 memory and OCuLink support. Our review reveals th...
Sambit Saha, 12 Dec 2025 19:06
3D slicer free 3D printing tool for small printers with a Benchy on display

Free beginner-friendly tool makes 3D printing big projects on small printers easy

An enterprising developer has published a new free browser-based tool for splitting large 3D models into multiple parts, replete with a built-in jigsaw generator and an impressive number of quality of life features. The splitter i...
Julian van der Merwe, 12 Dec 2025 19:00
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