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The Vivo X Fold6 can be seen in beautifully produced images and a promotional video before its launch - also in colors other than turquoise.

Competition for iPhone Ultra heats up as Vivo X Fold 6 shines yet again in new promo images and video

Well before Apple’s first launches its foldable and Samsung unveils its first ultra-class foldable phone, the Vivo X Fold6 is sure to catch the eye of fans of the renowned Zeiss cameras. A brand-new promotional video in 4K quality and high-quality promotional images showcase it in its best light prior to its launch.

Alexander Fagot, 17 Jun 2026 18:20

What a vertical tri-fold from Huawei may look like.

Vertical tri-fold smartphone in the style of the Galaxy Z Flip: Huawei files new patent

Huawei's new folding patent reveals the next stage of smartphone development. Horizontally folding tri-fold smartphones are already a reality, but Huawei now hopes to introduce a vertically folding tri-fold device. Basically, a Galaxy Z Flip that folds twice instead of just in the middle.

Marc Zander, 17 Jun 2026 18:10

Old mobile phones can be used for environmentally friendly new IT concepts.

Sustainable IT infrastructure: Research project uses discarded smartphones for data center

In collaboration with Google, the University of San Diego plans to build a data center using 2,000 old Pixel smartphones. This is intended to demonstrate that old cell phones can be put to good use instead of being stored in drawers.

Marc Zander, 17 Jun 2026 18:08

Free upgrade for GTA 5 announced as GTA 6 marketing kicks off

GTA 5 and GTA Online have had an active community since their launch in 2013. Rockstar has now announced a free upgrade for the game as we move closer to the launch of GTA 6.

Vineet Washington, 17 Jun 2026 18:06

The successors to the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra are on the way, but they’re likely to be more expensive.

Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo: Release schedule and price target for two of three ultra-camera flagships in 2027

Chinese smartphone manufacturers have enriched the European flagship camera smartphone landscape this year with the Xiaomi 18 Ultra, Vivo X300 Ultra, and Oppo Find X9 Ultra, but the development of at least one of the three successors remains uncertain. A leaker has now revealed the rough timeline and pricing plans for the Vivo X500 Ultra and Oppo Find X10 Ultra.

Alexander Fagot, 17 Jun 2026 18:05

The Jackery FridgeGuard has a small LCD screen

Jackery launches new FridgeGuard power station to take on Bluetti's FridgePower

Jackery has launched the FridgeGuard globally. It’s advertised as the world’s slimmest refrigerator backup battery. With a plug-and-play design, the FridgeGuard features a 1,024 Wh LiFePO₄ battery, a 1,600 W peak output, a 10 ms UPS switchover, and a 15-hour off-grid runtime. Plus, it is also expandable up to 2,048 Wh through a battery pack.

Abhinav Fating, 17 Jun 2026 18:00

The GMKtec EVO-X3 (pictured) will be available with the Ryzen AI Max+ 495 later in 2026

GMK announces new mini PC with OCuLink and top-end AMD APU

The GMKtec EVO-X3 has now been formally announced in China, and it's essentially a reshaped EVO-X2 with some notable upgrades. It's powered by the same AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, and has an OCuLink port.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Jun 2026 17:49

OnePlus 16 is said to feature even slimmer bezels than the OnePlus 15 pictures here.

OnePlus 16 may have the cleanest display ever

A credible leaker has stated that the OnePlus 16 will come with almost a bezel-less display that will be even cleaner than the OnePlus 15. The phone is going to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC and have a 185Hz refresh rate.

Vineet Washington, 17 Jun 2026 17:19

This storage brand does not abandon consumers for AI datacenter profits

CheckMag Lexar celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026. For the celebrations, the storage manufacturer gave us a closer look at its manufacturing capabilities and vision.

Benjamin Herzig, 17 Jun 2026 17:14

The Dell XPS 13 starts at $599.99 for students. Pictured: two color options of the laptop.

Dell launches new MacBook Neo rival with 120Hz touchscreen and sleek design

The Intel Wildcat Lake Dell XPS 13 is now available to purchase. It's a new MacBook Neo rival with a 120Hz touchscreen, sleek and lightweight build, and quad-speaker setup. The starting price is $599.99 for students and $699.99 for the rest.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Jun 2026 16:42

Call to Arms is 75% off on Steam until June 22.

Deal | All-time low: RTS meets tactical shooter – modern military hybrid drops below $4 on Steam

Call to Arms is an unusual hybrid that first lets players command units in tried-and-tested RTS fashion, then pick up a rifle themselves. The title is currently available again on Steam at its all-time low price of under $4.

Marius Müller, 17 Jun 2026 16:24

Oppo Find N6: Why the crease almost disappears

The crease on the Oppo Find N6 is not only significantly less visible but also barely perceptible to the touch. This is made possible by a new generation of hinges featuring optimized display support and a special glass structure.

Daniel Schmidt, 17 Jun 2026 16:13

The Pocket Micro's successor will have a significantly larger battery.

Ayaneo reveals battery capacity of its upcoming compact handheld

After announcing that the Pocket Micro 2 will be getting a battery life improvement, Ayaneo has revealed the battery capacity. The bigger battery alongside the new Snapdragon processor should translate to longer playtime for users.

Habeeb Onawole, 17 Jun 2026 16:12

GuliKit offers a portable dock for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Mobile Nintendo Switch 2 dock weighs 72% less than Nintendo's original dock

The latest docking station for the Nintendo Switch (OLED) and the Nintendo Switch 2 weighs less than a third of the original dock; thanks to its compact design with a dust-proof flap, the GuliKit Dock is said to be ideal for travel.

Hannes Brecher, 17 Jun 2026 16:12

Peter Serafinowicz has been cast as Peeves the Poltergeist in HBO’s Harry Potter series.

It’s finally official: This actor will play Peeves the Poltergeist in HBO’s Harry Potter series

After previous rumors, Peeves the Poltergeist’s live-action debut has now finally been confirmed. He will be played by Peter Serafinowicz. Early community reactions have been mostly positive.

Marius Müller, 17 Jun 2026 16:06

TBH: Task Bar Hero was released on Steam on May 27, 2026.

No. 2 on Steam: Viral free-to-play game lets players earn Steam Wallet credit

TBH: Task Bar Hero is a free idle RPG that runs directly in the taskbar and lets players earn Steam Wallet credit through the Steam Marketplace. Currently, only 50% of its Steam reviews are positive.

Marius Müller, 17 Jun 2026 15:54

Casio G-Shock DW-5600TNT-7 x thisisneverthat watch with a translucent resin case and band against a red background.

New translucent limited-edition Casio G-Shock DW-5600 officially announced

Casio has unveiled a new limited-edition G-Shock DW-5600 created in collaboration with Seoul-based streetwear label "thisisneverthat." The watch pairs a translucent resin exterior with a black case and inverted display. It will go on sale on June 19 in select markets, including the US, Europe, Japan, and South Korea.

Kristen Spradlin, 17 Jun 2026 15:44

Playground Games apparently also classifies AFK farming with Auto Drive as an exploit.

Warning: AFK method in Forza Horizon 6 can lead to credit resets

In Forza Horizon 6, it is apparently not only users of the Eliminator exploit who are facing credit rollbacks. Players using Auto Drive for AFK farming may also be affected. Playground Games appears to have confirmed this unofficially in a response to a support ticket.

Marius Müller, 17 Jun 2026 15:44

HeistGeist is available on Steam with a 60% discount until June 25.

Deal | Cyberpunk RPG with excellent reviews (96% positive) drops below $8 on Steam

HeistGeist is a cyberpunk-themed RPG deck-builder that appears to be very well received by players, judging by its 96% positive Steam reviews. The game is currently available on Steam with a 60% discount for $7.96 instead of $19.90.

Marius Müller, 17 Jun 2026 15:39

The Google Home speaker is available in four colors, including "Porcelain."

Google Home Speaker launches for $99 with Gemini Live and 360-degree sound

After a six-year hiatus, Google is finally launching a smart speaker again. The brand-new Google Home Speaker features 360-degree sound, Google's Gemini Live AI assistant, and the ability to control smart home devices.

Hannes Brecher, 17 Jun 2026 15:35

The initial Cybercab robotaxi version differs from the retail variant.

Tesla Cybercab battery leak reveals 50% range increase

Charging Tesla's robotaxi two-seater wirelessly will take about two hours, according to the leaked Cybercab specs. Its range has also been pegged at longer-than-expected 418 miles on a charge by the EPA.

Daniel Zlatev, 17 Jun 2026 15:27

Lenovo's all-purpose tablet is a compelling choice for students thanks to its stylus support

Is the rugged and extremely enduring Lenovo tablet with its stylus, a good alternative to Galaxy tablets with Samsung's S Pen? In this review conclusion, we take a closer look at the Lenovo Tab Pen XE for the ThinkTab X11 Gen 1.

Marcus Herbrich, 17 Jun 2026 15:21

The Jonsbo D33 is available with an optional wooden front panel.

Compact Jonsbo D33 PC case features wood front for $119

Despite its compact dimensions, Jonsbo’s latest Micro-ATX case offers space for up to nine fans, two hard drives, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090. The Jonsbo D33 aims to win over customers with a large side window and a wooden front panel at an attractive price.

Hannes Brecher, 17 Jun 2026 15:02

The Casio G-Shock DW5600AKA-4 (right), and the DW6900AKA-4 (left).

Casio's new bold Japan-inspired G-Shocks now available to buy in the US

Casio's Japan-inspired G-Shock DW5600AKA-4 and DW6900AKA-4, themed around the traditional Akachochin red lantern, are now available in the US at $190 each via Casio's website, up from their Japanese launch price of ¥22,000.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Jun 2026 15:00

The RG Vita Pro gets two new themes via its latest update.

Anbernic RG Vita Pro: Linux update brings new themes and features

Anbernic has released a new Linux update for the RG Vita Pro. The update brings visual changes as well as under-the-hood improvements to the PS Vita-styled handheld.

Habeeb Onawole, 17 Jun 2026 15:00

An ingame screenshot from Tales of Vesperia: Definitive — one of the two Bandai Namco games covered in this deal.

Deal | With 85% positive reviews, two Bandai Namco RPGs are now up to 80% off on Steam

Bandai Namco's Tales of Series 30th Anniversary Sale on Steam brings Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition to $9.99 (-80%) and Tales of Symphonia to $4.99 (-75%) — both confirmed all-time Steam lows per SteamDB data. Sale ends June 24.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Jun 2026 14:25

AMD did not launch any reference design of the RX 9070/9070 XT and only released an artist rendering depicted here.

AMD's price advantage over Nvidia could doom RX 9080 XT, Team Red's supposed RTX 50 Super killer

Nvidia is reportedly gearing up to launch the RTX 50 Super series GPUs as a refresh of the RTX 50 series boards. While AMD has officially revealed no new GPU plans, Moore's Law Is Dead leaked new RDNA 4 cards that could be in the works. The leaker now thinks that the plan might get changed.

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Jun 2026 13:43

Amazon Prime undercuts South African market

Amazon Prime is live in South Africa, bundling free shipping with streaming to directly undercut TakealotMore Premium and Netflix.

Darryl Linington, 17 Jun 2026 12:54

Developer bypasses Apple's restrictions to unlock the M4's true AI potential

A developer on X has reverse-engineered Apple's M4 Neural Engine to unlock 15.8 TFLOPS of hidden AI training capability, bypassing Apple's software restrictions through a custom Model Intermediate Language built entirely outside the official CoreML and Metal development ecosystem.

Antony Muchiri, 17 Jun 2026 12:12

A plastic model of the iPhone 18 Pro Max in a side-by-side comparison with the iPhone 17 Pro Max and matching cases.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max: Thicker camera module than iPhone 17 Pro Max but cases still fit

A direct comparison between an iPhone 17 Pro Max and its successor in form of a plastic model reinforces rumors of a thicker camera module, suggesting a camera upgrade is very likely. Otherwise though, little has changed, as a test with iPhone 17 Pro Max cases shows.

Alexander Fagot, 17 Jun 2026 11:57

8bitdo is now offering a good discount on its Pro 3 wireless controller.

Deal | 8bitdo AliExpress sale: Best-selling Ultimate 2C wireless controller now $18.44 among others

8bitdo is now running the AliExpress Super Sale on its official AliExpress storefront. The sale brings good discounts on controllers like the 8bitdo Ultimate 2 wireless controller, 8bitdo Pro 3 wireless controller, 8bitdo Ultimate 2C, and more.

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Jun 2026 11:38

The Kodak Charmera is being reissued in seven colors.

Kodak Charmera: Tiny compact camera gets 7 new retro versions

Priced at $34.99, the Kodak Charmera is one of the most affordable digital compact cameras on the market. This tiny camera is being released in a Millennium Edition featuring seven new color options inspired by designs from the turn of the millennium.

Hannes Brecher, 17 Jun 2026 11:30

Asus launches affordable business laptop with Ryzen AI 5 330, 16GB DDR5 RAM

Asus has launched the Dawn 7S Ryzen Edition in China at 6,999 Yuan (around $965), a business-focused laptop powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 with a 50 TOPS NPU, 16GB DDR5 RAM expandable to 96GB, a 1TB SSD, WiFi 7, and a 70Wh battery with 65W fast charging, with global availability yet to be confirmed.

Antony Muchiri, 17 Jun 2026 11:15

New affordable smartwatch launches with offline maps and dual-band GPS

The Rollme Hero D5 aims to bring dual-band GPS and offline maps to the budget smartwatch segment. It features a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, 5 ATM water resistance, 170+ sports modes, and a 600 mAh battery, priced at $69.99.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Jun 2026 11:01

In game screenshot from Two Point Campus

Deal | 89% of players love this SEGA city-builder, and it's now 85% off on Steam

Two Point Campus, Two Point Studios' acclaimed university management sim, is 85% off on Steam at $4.49 until June 25. The all-time low is $2.99 — but at $1.50 more for a Very Positive-rated game, the wait isn't exactly worth it.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Jun 2026 09:56

Viltrox's new AF 28 mm F4.5 Chip L lens comes with a built-in slide-lever lens cover.

Viltrox AF 28 mm F4.5 Chip L lens launches for $99: 13 mm thin, 60 g, VCM autofocus

Viltrox has launched the AF 28 mm F4.5 Chip L. It's a full-frame autofocus pancake lens for L-Mount cameras at only $99. It weighs just 60 g, measures 13.2 mm thick, features VCM autofocus, a built-in slide-lever lens cover, and a 0.32 m minimum focusing distance.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Jun 2026 09:10

The GPD Box and GPD G2 (both pictured with a GPU) can be bundled at $1,837 and up

GPD Box mini PC launches with OCuLink-beating MCIO eGPU port

The GPD Box mini PC is now available to purchase via Indiegogo. Its Core Ultra 7 356H configuration is among the first commercial PCs to feature the OCuLink-beating MCIO 8i port. The starting price is $1,452.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Jun 2026 09:09

Sony is demonstrating the LOFIC advantage of its new Lytia L910 sensor, which is expected to be used in the main camera of the Vivo X500 and Oppo Find X10.

Sony's first LOFIC camera sensor officially announced: Video shows Lytia L910 advantage for Vivo X500 Pro Max

The first Sony sensor based on LOFIC, a technology already available in the Xiaomi 18 Ultra, was officially launched today. It significantly improves dynamic range and is expected to benefit Oppo's and Vivo's next Hasselblad and Zeiss flagship cameras this fall. A launch video demonstrates the impressive HDR advantage.

Alexander Fagot, 17 Jun 2026 08:55

The 170W Legion PB9 power bank costs around $82 in China. Pictured: a promo picture of the portable charger on top of a laptop.

Lenovo launches new high-capacity Legion power bank with 170W fast charging

The Lenovo Legion PB9 is a new power bank introduced in China. It features an advertised capacity of 24,000mAh and has support for up to 170W fast charging. The retail price is CNY 549, around $82.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Jun 2026 08:04

Future PlayStation controllers could physically harden and soften during gameplay

A Sony patent filed in November 2024 and published in May 2026 describes a PlayStation controller with buttons that physically harden or soften using fluid-filled membranes or magneto-viscoelastic elastomers, offering a glimpse at how the company is reimagining haptic feedback ahead of a potential next-generation console around 2028 or 2029.

Antony Muchiri, 17 Jun 2026 08:04

A new Garmin Enduro smartwatch could launch soon (representative image)

Garmin leak reveals Enduro 4 and new Garmin Connect+ features

Garmin has explicitly referenced a new smartwatch for the first time within its own app, strongly indicating an imminent launch of a new wearable.

Silvio Werner, 17 Jun 2026 07:27

The Bluetti FridgePower can be expandable up to 8,064 Wh

Bluetti’s new compact portable power station goes on sale in the US

Bluetti’s new FridgePower ultra-slim portable power station is now officially available for purchase via the company’s official website. The power station features a 2,016 Wh capacity, delivering 1,800 W of maximum output. Plus, it’s expandable up to 8,064 Wh via three BlueCell 200 expansion batteries.

Abhinav Fating, 17 Jun 2026 07:09

The Vivo X Fold 7 launches on June 26 as the company's best camera foldable yet, with Vivo X300 camera hardware and optimized multitasking

Vivo X Fold 6 with 9x zoom camera from Zeiss gets launch date, pictures of all colors and new video

While Samsung is rumored to stick with the camera from the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for another model year, the Vivo X Fold 6 is delivering a significantly upgraded camera experience in a foldable format. A first official teaser video once again summarizes the benefits of the 9x zoom foldable, along with a first look at all color options and the launch date in China.

Alexander Fagot, 17 Jun 2026 03:42

The new Leapmotor B05 aims to stand out as an affordable alternative in the electric compact segment, but it is still struggling with immature software features at launch

Leapmotor B05: Affordable Chinese EV takes on VW ID.3 but comes with a catch

With the new Leapmotor B05, a major budget contender is entering the German EV market. In the first drive report, the compact C-segment model stands out with generous equipment and rear-wheel drive at an aggressive price, but it also has some software shortcomings.

Ronald Matta, 17 Jun 2026 03:35

Office seen with Microsoft Copilot and Nintendo logos

Nintendo security breach reveals push for AI, even as Switch 2 games avoid the tools

A recent Nintendo hack provided rare insight into the mindset of its employees. The workers resented the introduction of Microsoft Copilot, a generative AI assistant. However, there is no evidence that AI tools have created assets for first-party Switch 2 games.

Adam Corsetti, 17 Jun 2026 03:33

The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 sports RGB lighting on the back and is one of the fastest compact tablets on the market

Deal | Lenovo Legion Tab 5 with 3K display and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 gets 23% discount

The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is an 8-inch Android tablet with high-end specs including Qualcomm's current flagship chipset as well as 12GB RAM, 256GB UFS 4.1 storage and a very smooth 165Hz screen with a 3K resolution.

Enrico Frahn, 17 Jun 2026 03:30

The Galaxy Z Fold 7, the predecessor to Samsung's next generation of foldables.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 shows up at FCC with Snapdragon, Wi-Fi 7 and satellite connectivity

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 has appeared in an FCC listing under model number SM-F971U, confirming a book-style foldable design. The filing points to a Snapdragon-powered device with Wi-Fi 7, UWB, NFC, wireless and reverse wireless charging, DisplayPort and satellite connectivity.

Jacob Fisher, 17 Jun 2026 02:59

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15.06	Vivo X300 Ultra im Test: Überragendes Smartphone für Foto und Video
15.06	Oppo Find X9 Ultra im Test: Glänzt bei Leistung, Kamera und Akku
15.06	Oppo Find X9 Ultra im Test: Wie gut ist das 1.699-Euro-Handy?
15.06	Nothing Phone 4a im Test: Mehr Vielfalt in der 300-Euro-Klasse!
15.06	Motorola Edge 70 Fusion im Test: Edler Auftritt und leichte Schwächen
15.06	Xiaomi 17T Pro im Test: Das versteht sich auch mit iPhones
15.06	Vivo X300 Ultra im Test: Foto-Wunder setzt Samsung unter Druck