Mass production instead of endless testing phases: Xpeng leaves the global competition behind and sends its first production-ready L4 robotaxi onto the streets to challenge Tesla. The Chinese tech giant is completely ditching expensive LiDAR sensors and high-definition maps for its flagship.

Hypershell has unveiled the X Ultra S, X Max S, and X Pro S exoskeletons, revised X-series exoskeletons with a faster HyperIntuition motion-control system providing up to 1000W of powered walking assistance. Free units are available to worldwide Search and Rescue (SAR) teams through the Hyperlift program.

A trustworthy insider has revealed information about PlayStation Days of Play 2026. The annual sales event will include deals on controllers, headsets, and games. Following the PS5 price increase, Sony may not discount the increasingly expensive consoles.

Audi is bringing the legendary A2 back to life as an electric vehicle. The new entry-level model, named the A2 e-tron, is currently completing final extreme-weather stress tests in northern Sweden and in the Ingolstadt wind tunnel. First real photos of the camouflaged prototype reveal its striking silhouette ahead of its planned world premiere in fall 2026. The compact EV is expected to pave the way into the premium electric world for around €35,000.

Boox has announced another E Ink device will launch this May. The new product will arrive as the Note X6, and it will have a monochrome display and stylus support

Oppo has showcased an unusual magnetic accessory called the Bubble, and another similar product from Honor has surfaced. They can essentially give compatible phones a Xiaomi 17 Pro-style upgrade, offering a versatile secondary screen on the back.

70mai has launched the new 4K A810 Lite dash cam in the global market with a bank card-sized form factor. The dash cam features 4K recording, night vision, a 24H parking mode, 4G LTE remote monitoring, 3-mode GPS, and a built-in 3-mode GPS. Plus, it supports voice control for hands-free operation.

Lenovo has released a new 13-inch ThinkPad internationally. Available with AMD Gorgon Point and Intel Panther Lake processors, the ThinkPad X13 Gen 7 is particularly lightweight at 930 g. Still, the new ThinkPad X13 can be configured with cellular connectivity and up to 32 GB of RAM.

Lenovo has released a new 14-inch ThinkPad featuring Intel Panther Lake processors. Currently available in selected markets, early retailer listings indicate that the ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 will be receiving a global release soon with an optional 120 Hz display, 32 GB of RAM and a 64 Wh battery.

OpenAI is developing an "AI" smartphone featuring a custom MediaTek SoC, designed to replace traditional app-based interfaces with AI agents. According to the latest info, mass production is now targeted for early 2027 to capture the premium AI device market.

Xiaomi has finally released its latest compact tablet in Europe. Also now sold in Australia and Turkey, the Redmi 2 9.7 should eventually be available with cellular connectivity too.

Lenovo has now started selling the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 12 GB gaming laptop globally. Also available with new Intel Arrow Lake HX processors, the Legion 5i 15IAX11 features an 80 Wh battery and a 1,100-nit OLED display while retaining user-upgradeable RAM, storage and a swappable Wi-Fi card.

Casio's GST-B1000 lineup is reportedly getting rubber strap variants. The GST-B1000-1A and -2A ditch the bracelet for a smooth band, cutting weight to ~70-80g. Expect black and light blue colorways, same specs, and a ~$350–370 price tag around July–August 2026.

For reception areas, banks, healthcare facilities, service counters and open-plan offices: Philips has introduced a business monitor that can be viewed from both sides. Thanks to two integrated displays in a single screen, employees can directly present information to customers sitting on the opposite side of the monitor.

Gamers may have begun to shy away from the now more expensive PS5. U.S. April data highlights a 30% decline in PlayStation console sales compared to the previous year. Before the impending Switch 2 price increase, Nintendo’s handheld extended its lead over the competition.

Recently, astronomers have discovered 15 new millisecond pulsars in the globular cluster 47 Tucanae, which is relatively close to Earth. But while this discovery is significant, further studies will be needed to better understand them.

Herman Miller has expanded its gaming furniture portfolio with another gaming desk called the Coyl. The name comes from the coiled power cable that runs to the integrated power strip.

HoYoverse confirms the Honkai: Star Rail 4.3 Special Program for May 22, with Mortenax Blade and three redemption codes worth 300 Stellar Jade on the line.

The crisis-ridden automotive supplier Bosch has secured a lucrative major order from Mercedes-Benz for electric motors. Into the 2030s, the Stuttgart-based company will supply electric drive units for the upcoming generation of electric vehicles. The deal serves as an important signal during a period of massive job cuts.

The British PC cooling specialist Billet Labs shows that even a powerful gaming PC with AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 can be cooled without a fan.

Samsung's brand-new addition to the "S" flagship lineup, the Galaxy S27 Pro will feature a 6.47-inch display, says top insider. This would position it as a smaller alternative to the Galaxy S27 Ultra (without S Pen support). Despite a distant February 2027 release window, Samsung's smaller flagship will compete with Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Google's redesigned Pixel 11 Pro.

Google has officially announced the first set of Android XR glasses, which are set to launch in fall 2026 with Gemini AI. They don't feature any displays, but the Xreal Project Aura are set to feature screens, and they are now scheduled to launch before the end of 2026.

With a Dimensity 9500 flagship processor, a 200 megapixel main camera and an 8,000 mAh battery, the Vivo iQOO 15T offers powerful features at prices starting at $559.

Powkiddy has released a new retro handheld globally. Available in a choice of three colours, the Powkiddy P36S is comparatively small despite featuring two joysticks, two USB Type-C ports and a pair of microSD card slots.

Mercedes-AMG is entering an entirely new era. The new all-electric GT 4-Door Coupe uses radical axial-flux motor technology and delivers a peak output of an incredible 1,153 hp. Thanks to an extreme 800V architecture, the performance EV can add 286 miles of range in just ten minutes, taking on established rivals both on the racetrack and at the charging station.

Packing new artwork, including screensavers, the latest prerelease build of the upcoming Mageia 10 comes with "hundreds of newer packages" delivering tweaks, security fixes, and updated system components. Mageia 10 RC1 includes Firefox 140.10.1, Samba 4.23.7, Mesa 26.0.6, and more.

Trump Mobile's T1 has begun shipping. First hands-on images show a gold-finished, rebranded HTC U24 Pro running Android 15 with Truth Social preloaded, 9 months after deposits were collected.

The Boox Poke 7 series have been unveiled a day earlier than scheduled. The compact ereaders, which include a standard model and a pro model, have a new and colorful design, and share several features.

(Update: Mistake pertaining to phone model shown fixed) A Google I/O 2026 teaser has revealed Pixel Glow, a new notification light strip for the Pixel 11 series. During an AI video demo at the event, Google showed a phone with a glowing camera bar, which aligns with leaked design elements of the Pixel 11 phones.

With its striking, partially modular design, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro is already one of the most unusual mid-range smartphones on the market. Although the long-awaited CMF Phone 3 Pro is set to receive several upgrades, it will not be launched on the market for several months.

Ayaneo is preparing to announce new products on May 21. In the meantime, a second budget handheld has appeared bearing Ayaneo Bitwave branding. A horizontal model, the new device may feature a 120 Hz display but lacks any joysticks to speak of.

Sony will show off its next big-budget PS5 exclusive via a dedicated State of Play broadcast. It is scheduled for early June and will run for about an hour.

Baseus has introduced the SuperCharge Pro 3-in-1 power bank in China. Also known as the PicGo AT31, it's a versatile 10,000mAh portable charger that features a long, retractable USB-C cable, a built-in wall plug, and 67W fast charging support. The launch price is quite affordable, which is CNY 345, around $51.

Nothing Playground lets the Nothing community customize their smartphones even further by allowing them to import widgets, Glyph features, camera presets, and more from other users or create their own.

The project's 60th release brings OpenBSD to version 7.9 and sports plenty of changes. The highlights include delayed hibernation and improved graphics support alongside better virtualization, as well as firmware, installer, and upgrade enhancements. OpenBSD 7.9 also comes with a kernel scheduler mechanism for certain CPUs.

Xiaomi has launched a new Poco-branded tablet globally. Equipped with a 120 Hz display, the Poco Pad C1 also features 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and HyperOS 3 pre-installed.

Forza Horizon 6 hides a cheeky Pokémon gag in its car radio: With “snap ’em all” and a “Japanese collectible game that can’t be named for legal reasons,” Playground Games appears to be taking aim at Nintendo’s strict brand policy.

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is not expected to be officially unveiled until September. Months before the launch of the smartphone, the flagship can be reserved in four limited editions, which look stylish and use high-quality materials, but are also very expensive.

The new school and Quidditch uniforms from HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series were shown at Licensing Expo 2026 in Las Vegas. A newly surfaced photo suggests that HBO is taking a noticeably different approach to the costumes than the Warner Bros. films. Many fans say the look reminds them of Hogwarts Legacy – and the response so far has been largely positive.

The brand new VWFNDR + MBL camera app for Android smartphones promises unaltered 16-bit RAW photos, embedded content credentials for authenticity verification and a user interface that can be personalized and adapted to your own requirements.

Call of Juarez: Gunslinger combines a classic gunslinger story with accessible gunplay and is currently cheaper on Steam than it has been in months. The Western shooter is 90% off until June 2 and is available for $1.49.

World Racing 2 – Champion Edition brings back the classic arcade racing charm of the 2000s and is currently cheaper than ever on Steam. The racer is 75% off until May 28 and costs just $2.49.

Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves herald the tenth generation of Pokémon. However, the Nintendo Switch 2 games also appear to herald a new era of high prices. Both games can already be pre-ordered at Amazon Germany.

Xiaomi 17 Max has defeated two iPhone 17 Pro Max units back-to-back in a video battery drain test, delivering over 33 hours of continuous playback thanks to its massive 8,000 mAh battery. Conducted in a controlled environment, the battery test suggests the Xiaomi 17 Max might be one of the longest-lasting phones of 2026.

Garmin has released a new software update for multiple smartwatches. Available globally, the new update promises to fix multiple bugs while making other improvements too.

The Steam community is debating Valve’s Steam Machine on Reddit. While some users seem willing to accept compromises for a console-like Steam experience in the living room, others fear that, depending on its expected price, the Steam Machine may not be a real alternative to a self-built gaming PC.

The Amazfit Bip Max smartwatch has been released worldwide. It features several upgrades compared to the Bip 6, including more storage and a longer battery life estimate. Plus, it retails for less than $100.