Oppo unveiled its new flagship smartphone in China today, featuring top-of-the-line hardware and an improved Hasselblad camera system. We’ve already had the chance to play around with the Find X9 Ultra and would like to share our first impressions.

Beats and Jennie have announced a special‑edition Solo 4 on-ear headphone, featuring detachable bows and an embellished ear cushion. The model retains the Solo 4’s long battery life, lossless wired playback, and Personalized Spatial Audio support.

Interesting new features and improvements are coming for owners of various Anker Solix Solarbanks. The manufacturer has rolled out an update for its app, introducing a range of new capabilities.

Build A Rocket Boy employees, represented by the IWGB Game Workers Union, have unionized to pursue legal action alleging the studio installed Teramind surveillance software, including keylogging, screen recording, and microphone monitoring, without consent, potentially capturing activity in workers’ homes. Although the software was reportedly removed in March after a collective grievance, the union says management has not disclosed what data was collected, where it was stored, or why it was deployed, and has also filed a separate claim over last summer’s redundancy process that cut 300 jobs.

A new leak has outlined some key upgrades for the next-generation iQoo 16. It is expected to be a performance-focused smartphone with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset.

A special version of the Redmi Pad 2 Pro designed for students has been released in China. This version of the tablet has an AI tutor and comes with a case and stylus.

Microsoft could introduce highly customizable Xbox Game Pass tiers. An insider explains that players could see first-party games, cloud gaming, and bundled subscriptions become add-ons. With the Game Pass Ultimate price already lower, more affordable, tailored plans are possible.

Once again, Lenovo has granted its Legion Go family a massive price bump, with the latest victim being the Ryzen Z1 Extreme-powered Legion Go S. Clearly, the ongoing DRAM crisis is far from over for gamers on the prowl for new hardware.

From May, Panasonic will be offering a particularly compact full-frame lens that weighs just 144 grams. For a price of $399, the Lumix S 40 mm f/2.0 should impress with a relatively high speed and a programmable focus ring.

Thanks to an ongoing sale, the capable Lenovo Legion Tablet Gen 3 is now available with a sizable 30% discount on Lenovo's official store. Powered by a capable Snapdragon SoC paired with 12 GB of memory, the 8.8-inch tablet offers a commendable gaming experience.

A couch keyboard with an integrated multi-touch trackpad that you don't hate - with this premise, Framework wants to replace the Logitech K400 Plus as the market leader in this segment. The components come directly from the Framework Laptop.

A Dutch journalist demonstrated a major operational-security flaw by slipping a $5 Bluetooth tracker into a postcard that, once aboard the $585 million HNLMS Evertsen, broadcast the frigate’s real-time location via a crowdsourced network for roughly 24 hours. The incident, enabled by lenient mail screening and a tracker “phone-leeching” design, prompted the Dutch Ministry of Defense to ban battery-powered electronic greeting cards and renewed scrutiny after similar location leaks, such as Strava activity on France’s Charles de Gaulle.

AMD launched the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 at $900, which is $200 more than the Ryzen 9 9950X3D’s launch price. Performance tests are now indicating that the new CPU doesn’t offer the performance gains that would be worth the price increase.

The first eGPU from Framework is here, and as you would expect from the manufacturer, the external graphics card has a modular design. The eGPU connects both laptop and desktop GPUs to a laptop via OCuLink, and can even add OCuLink to a Framework Laptop 16.

The Framework Laptop 13 Pro is just as modular as the older Framework Laptop 13, but the new model promises higher performance and a much longer battery life in a stylish metal casing.

Oppo has now released one of its latest high-end tablets in Europe. Available with optional 5G connectivity, the Oppo Pad 5 includes curious downgrades from its Chinese release, though, on top of the already-known smaller battery capacity.

DJI has quietly released new Osmo Mobile hardware in its home market. Not only has it launched the Osmo Mobile 8P with Osmo FrameTap support, but it has also launched an innovative viewfinder accessory that can be detached and used as a tiny remote control when needed.

The Redmi Note 17 series is already in line for a global release. Now, reliable sources have revealed that the rumoured Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is set to enjoy a huge battery advantage over the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus. This battery upgrade will be felt globally as well as in China, albeit not quite to the same extent.

Lenovo has expanded the availability of its tiny mini-PC to more countries. Now available in Europe, the Yoga Mini i Gen 11 combines Intel's Panther Lake platform with up to 32 GB of RAM and 2 TB of storage. The new mini-PC can now be configured with the Core Ultra X7 358H and Arc B390 graphics, too.

For the 2026 model year, AOC has updated its AGON Pro 32-inch gaming monitor with the AG326UZD2. It brings the newer fourth gen QD-OLED panel with 1,000 nits peak brightness and 240 Hz refresh rate.

Oppo has launched 100W and 120W GaN Pro chargers featuring a textured, skin-like finish alongside the Find X9 Ultra. These accessories support several fast-charging protocols and include foldable prongs, with retail prices starting at 229 Yuan, approximately $35.

Neverness to Everness confirms April 29 global launch on iOS, Android, PS5, and PC with major brand collaborations and one of the most player-friendly gacha structures seen at launch this year.

The Xiaomi Mijia Wireless Vacuum Cleaner 4C has been launched in China. This model’s features include a relatively long runtime, an edge cleaning tool and a built-in light to help users spot dirt.

Dedicated gamers may go through several cloth mouse pads each year. The Razer Atlas Pro glass mouse mat aims to be a more durable partner for esports gaming mice. Geared toward speed, its low-friction 1.9 mm-thick surface is significantly thinner than that of alternatives.

The Gamestation Go handheld launched with unique controls, now My Arcade offers those controls as a separate product called the Gamestation Retro Gamepad. The controller is compatible with only the Gameststaion Go and Gamestation Mega.

The Xiaomi Mijia Central Air Conditioning Duct-type Unit with Motion-sensing Airflow 4 HP (Dual Outlets) is now available to pre-order in China. The new smart air conditioner has built-in presence sensors, which can be used to intelligently adjust the airflow.

Casio seems to be about to release a new Heritage Collection watch: the LTP-1302PD-4AV. This analog model was recently spotted at a European retailer. While it has a similar design to an older timepiece from the brand, there appears to a couple of design changes.

Lilygo is currently accepting pre-orders for its T-Watch Ultra at AliExpress in the US. This DIY smartwatch supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, with other features like a GNSS module and a memory card slot.

The Lenovo ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition was shown off at CES with an interesting form factor sans a price tag. It has finally been listed on Lenovo’s Japanese website, and it costs a pretty penny.

The Xbox Game Pass subscription has gone through multiple price increases since launch, and a lot of players felt the service was getting too expensive. However, Microsoft has finally announced a price drop.

It’s been a while since Asus released a tablet, and it looks like there is something brewing. A new leak hints at an Asus Pad that features a large OLED display and a massive battery with fast charging.

Garmin has finally launched a new stable for many of its older high-end smartwatches. A major release and the first in almost three months, System Software 26.09 contains a dozen changes and improvements. The new update claims to have introduced one new feature, too.

DJI has quietly released its latest wireless microphone hardware. Available in China before its impending global launch, the Mic Mini 2 surpasses its predecessor with colourful new finishes and features borrowed from the more expensive DJI Mic 3.

Xiaomi has introduced the Redmi A7 and Redmi A7 Pro 4G in India, featuring high-refresh-rate 120Hz displays and the Unisoc T7250 chipset. The Pro model distinguishes itself with a large 6,300mAh battery and a market-leading software promise of 4 years of OS updates and 6 years of security patches running on HyperOS 3. With prices starting at INR 10,499 (~$112), the A7 Pro 4G offers premium longevity for the entry-level market.

The Redmi Book Pro 2026 series has been officially launched in China. There are two laptops, and both are powered by the Intel Panther Lake line. They have a relatively thin design, and the 14-inch laptop starts at CNY 7,499, around $1,099.

Casio has released the new A159WEVJ-2 and A159WEVJ-7 watches in the UK. Set to become available in more European countries in the near future, these limited edition watches feature a wave-like pattern around the digital display and are accompanied by a metal strap.

Total War: Rome Remastered is a strategy game where your mission is to conquer the city of Rome. But to do so, you’ll need to manage your empire’s resources, fight numerous enemies, and upgrade your cities and armies.

Oppo has launches the Find X9s Pro, featuring a dual 200MP camera system + 50MP ultra-wide tuned by Hasselblad. With a 144Hz OLED display, Dimensity 9500 chipset, and a massive 7,025 mAh battery supporting 50W wireless charging, the Pro variant sets a new bar for compact flagship performance.

The Oppo Pad 5 Pro has been launched in China. It is positioned as a flagship tablet featuring a large 13.2-inch display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and an eight-speaker system.

Retailers have started listing a new Xiaomi smartwatch before its eventual global release. Launching in two colours, the Redmi Watch 6 NFC should be compatible with tap-to-pay purposes, too.

The Oppo Find X9s officially enters the global market, blending premium Hasselblad-tuned photography with a 7,025 mAh battery. Boasting 1.15mm ultra-thin bezels, a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset, and a triple 50MP camera array, the Find X9s is a true flagship "Travel Companion." Check out the full specifications and launch price.

A new smart camera app called WayShot helps users capture a strong image from the start. It introduced three AI “directors” that shape the visual style of a photo.

Clear signs that the series will remain much closer to the books have given many fans hope for a strong adaptation. But side-by-side comparisons with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone suggest that the noticeably colder visual tone of the first trailer has not gone down well. Many fans now fear the series could lose some of Harry Potter’s magical charm.

The 2026 Lenovo Legion Y900 tablet specs have just been officially confirmed ahead of its release. Dubbed an AI slate, it seems to be crafted to dethrone the Android tablet royalty portfolio that is currently occupied by Samsung and Xiaomi.

Oppo has responded to Xiaomi with a new compact tablet of its own. Featuring a 144 Hz AMOLED display and a large battery, the Oppo Pad Mini also contains Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and an optional matte display finish.