Nvidia DLSS has so far mainly been used to improve the performance of games by scaling them to a higher resolution and even generating entire frames using artificial intelligence. DLSS 5 now goes a huge step further, giving games an AI-slop look that is said to be "groundbreaking".

Nvidia has officially shown off DLSS 5.0 at GTC 2026. It uses an entirely new neural rendering model to radically transform images. RTX 50 series GPU owners will be able to try it out this fall.

OnePlus has announced yet another magnetic accessory for the upcoming OnePlus 15T. This time it is an upgraded 50W wireless charger with a built-in cooling fan and a desktop stand for convenient viewing while charging.

Based on the Debian testing "Forky" repository as of March 14, 2026, SparkyLinux 2026.03 “Tiamat” comes with the Linux kernel 6.19.6, Firefox and Thunderbird 140.8.0esr, Calamares 3.4.2, and more. The list of versions available includes LXQt, MATE, and MinimalGUI (Openbox), as well as MinimalCLI (text mode).

Latest rumors have hinted at the battery capacities for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the Galaxy Wide Fold. The flagship book-style fold could come with the largest battery of any Galaxy Z Fold phone to date.

Codenamed "Phoenix Pulsar" and packing the LTS Linux kernel with version 6.18, GLF OS 25.11 also includes the Nvidia driver 590.48 and a generous list of new built-in apps. The list includes pieces of code such as KCalc, Thunderbird, digiKam, the in-house developed Nix-Firewall-Management app, and more.

Alldocube has released a new tablet globally. Running Android 16, the iPlay 70 Pad Pro combines a 90 Hz and 2.5K display with the same chipset found in other tablets like the OnePlus Pad Lite and the Redmi Pad 2 4G. The iPlay 70 Pad Pro also offers 4G connectivity for under $200.

Panasonic has unveiled a new rugged laptop, dubbed the ToughBook 56. Following in the footsteps of its predecessor, the 55, the latest ToughBook packs a powerful processor, a respectable discrete graphics GPU, of course, a host of expansion options.

Samsung is already working on One UI 9 based on Android 17, and the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will apparently be one of the first smartphones to receive the major operating system update. Samsung has already released a first beta version of the software.

Xiaomi has released a new pair of budget TWS earbuds. Already available across Europe, Xiaomi has indicated that the Redmi Buds 8 Active are due to receive a full global launch later this year too.

RedMagic has revealed that it will be relaunching one of its latest high-end gaming smartphones soon. Available before the end of the month, the new version may only be a visual refresh of existing variants. Still, the 'Trace' variant will add pops of colour missing from the RedMagic 11 Air's original release.

Garmin has just rolled out a new set of watch faces to celebrate World Sleep Day. The fact that high-end smartwatches like the Venu X1 and the Fenix 8 Solar are ineligible to receive these watch faces has already drawn criticism from multiple quarters.

A few months after its launch in China, Huawei has now released the Mate 80 Pro in Malaysia. This marks the first country it is sold in other than China, and there's only one configuration available.

After we were able to prove that two Chuwi notebooks were sold with an older and weaker processor than advertised, Blackview was caught delivering a tablet with significantly less memory and storage than advertised. The software tries to disguise this fact.

When it comes to RAM and storage pricing, a major change in the industry as a whole has taken place. Smartphones, desktops, laptops, and pretty much every industry has been negatively impacted, but a new report could be bringing some positive news with an upward trend.

The high-performance Fujifilm X-H2 is already almost four years old and the launch of its successor is finally approaching. According to the latest rumors, Fujifilm is planning major changes for the Fujifilm X-H3, with many innovations planned especially for video enthusiasts.

Oppo has done the impossible with the new Find N6, whose hinge has been reworked to deliver a foldable phone without a display crease when opened. It builds on the work started with the Find N5, which was the thinnest foldable phone at launch.

A new version of the Anker Nano Power Bank (5K, MagGo, Slim) has arrived. This fifth variant, with a bright orange hue, is a similar color to one shade of the Phone 17 Pro/Pro Max. Its features include a Qi2-certified wireless charging pad and a USB-C port.

Citizen has announced that two of its Attesa ACT Line watches, the CC4104-53E and the CC4105-69E, have won an iF Design Award 2026. The organization notes the faceted titanium casing, ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective finish.

Just a few weeks since its debut, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is already making waves. However, these impressive records might not be enough to save Samsung’s mobile division from financial strain.

A report has suggested that this may be the last batch of Galaxy Z TriFold phones for the US market as sales are ending in Samsung’s home country of Korea. The premium phone was planned for a limited run anyways, but it’s only been three months of sales.

Sony has announced that starting today, 11 new games will support the upgraded PSSR 2.0 on the PS5 Pro. The games include Silent Hill 2, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and more.

During a recent address at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a prominent professor outlined the severe damage smartphones and social media are inflicting on global attention spans, education, and civic life.

A 10-core AMD Medusa Point CPU has just shown up on Geekbench, likely the AMD Ryzen AI 9 565. Medusa Point is slated to use Zen 6 CPU cores and is expected to debut sometime in 2027.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is set to bring back 10x optical zoom without relying on bulky teleconverters. As the camera flagship nears its global launch, a leaker has shared fresh details about its camera system, suggesting it may even surpass the Vivo X300 Ultra in aperture size.

Apple has reduced App Store commission rates in mainland China to 25%, while eligible smaller programs and some subscription commissions have fallen to 12%.

Two indie developers turned a naming clash into a win by launching the Piece by Piece Double bundle on Steam. The $18.57 collection features both Gamkat’s cozy repair sim and Neon Polygons' puzzle-platformer at a 17% discount.

Casio has released three of the five new G-Shock Master of G Mudmaster GG-B100X watches in the EU. While all have carbon reinforced casing, two have carbon bezels, and the third has a stainless steel bezel. Features include Bluetooth connectivity and four sensors.

Fossibot will soon have a new rugged smartphone on offer, dubbed the F116 Pro. The 4-inch smartphone packs a pixel-dense 120 Hz display, as well as a healthy array of features including a 48 MP ultra-wide camera with image stabilization.

Garmin is offering a new update to its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rather than a milestone update, the company has returned with multiple bug fixes and workout improvements for both the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970.

The Redmi Smart TV line of energy efficient TVs keeps growing. The TV series is joined by a new 50-inch model that has a level 1 energy efficiency rating, a 4K resolution, and a 144Hz refresh rate.

Spotify has announced a Taste Profile beta that lets Premium users in New Zealand directly tune personalized recommendations for playlists, discovery, and Wrapped.

Garmin has quietly cut the price of a high-end smartwatch in more markets. Equipped with satellite and cellular connectivity, the smartwatch is also the company's first to feature a MicroLED display too. The Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED still costs considerably more than its AMOLED counterpart, though.

Apple's second-generation over-ear headphones are here and promise upgrades worthy of a generational leap. The active noise suppression is said to be 50 percent more effective, an HDR amplifier promises better sound and the Apple H2 ARM chip enables completely new features.

Govee has released a new smart bulb in the US and the EU. Known as the Govee E26 Smart Light Bulb 1600lm or the Smart Bulb E27 A21 1600lm, it offers a particularly high level of brightness and color accuracy. Plus, it supports the Matter smart home protocol.

While incidents involving burning smartphone batteries are reported almost regularly, one incident now shows just how dangerous battery defects in a smartwatch can be. An Apple Watch is said to have burned a user, leaving a clearly visible burn scar.

The Apple iPhone 17e is lacking in many areas where even inexpensive mid-range smartphones usually have more to offer - from the 60 Hz OLED display to the single 48 megapixel camera on the back to the tiny battery. Apple is expected to improve at least one of these serious weaknesses in the future.

Samsung plans to use low-cost OLED panels in the upcoming Galaxy S26 FE and Galaxy A57, moving away from its own Samsung Display department. Samsung is reportedly prioritizing manufacturing cost control in its midrange lineup despite internal pushback.

Microsoft has confirmed a Windows 11 known issue that can make the C: drive inaccessible on some Samsung PCs, although it says the root cause is the Galaxy Connect app.

We put the new Huawei Mate X7 up against the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in a camera comparison. The results highlight the impressive camera performance of the 4.5 mm-thin foldable and temper expectations for the 2026 Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Using data from the TESS satellite, astronomers have discovered a new super-Earth located about 83 light-years from Earth. And with further observations, new planets could be discovered in orbit around the host star.

Timberborn, a new city-builder, has officially launched on Steam, making waves with its 1.0 launch. Within four days of its launch, the post-apocalyptic colony sim has attracted over 37,000 reviews (95% positive).

Handshake AI is recruiting improv actors for paid remote work tied to AI training, with the listing offering up to $74 per hour for unscripted collaborative sessions.

Rising RAM and semiconductor costs are pushing Chinese smartphone brands to adjust their pricing. Oppo, OnePlus, Vivo, and iQoo are among the latest to announce price hikes across multiple devices in China.

Meta says a global anti-scam crackdown disabled more than 150,000 accounts linked to Southeast Asian scam-center networks, with 21 arrests reported in Thailand.

Nitecore already gave us a glimpse of the Pocket 5 magnetic power bank at IWA in Nuremberg, though no additional details were provided at that time. The 9 mm-thick device featuring MagSafe and Qi2 compatibility has now been officially announced.

Apple’s new MacBook Neo may not be part of the company’s upcoming touchscreen plans, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. While Apple is reportedly preparing touch enabled MacBook Pro models, the budget focused Neo is expected to remain non touch for the foreseeable future.