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An early "Pixel 10 Pro XL" showcase. (Image source: Rokform)

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL gets design preview in new case leak

The Pixel 10 series of flagship Google smartphones is slated to launch soon, and it will definitely include a Pro XL version, according to a new leak. It purports to introduce a " heavy-duty" protective accessory for the probable ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Aug 2025 16:23

The OnePlus 13T's rear design could form the basis of what is to come with this year's OnePlus 15. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15 praised by Oppo executive as their 'favourite design in recent years'

The OnePlus 15 is expected to replace the OnePlus 13 this autumn. In the meantime, an Oppo executive has already come out publicly praising the OnePlus 15's design, which is anticipated to move away from the large circular camera ...

Alex Alderson, 12 Aug 2025 16:22

Xiaomi is expected to replace the Pad 7 series, pictured, during the final week of September in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Pad 8 and Pad 8 Pro tipped to launch with larger batteries before rumoured September releases

According to a new report, Xiaomi is planning to bring numerous upgrades to the Pad 8 and Pad 8 Pro in an effort to distinguish them from the current Pad 7 and Pad 7 Pro. Both high-end tablets are expected to miss out on OLED disp...

Alex Alderson, 12 Aug 2025 16:16

The Vivo V60 smartphone features a Zeiss-tuned triple rear camera setup (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo V60 launches with three 50 MP Zeiss cameras and large 6,500 mAh battery

Vivo has unveiled its latest camera-focused mid-range smartphone, the Vivo V60, in India. The V60 comes with three 50 MP Zeiss cameras, a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, and a large 6,500 mAh battery that supp...

Abhinav Fating, 12 Aug 2025 16:05

Lead Producer David Sirland has responded to fan criticism in a post on X. (Image source: Epic Games)

Battlefield 6: Fans raise criticism – here’s what the lead developer says

With over 520,000 concurrent players on Steam, Battlefield 6’s first open beta weekend set a new series record and served as a stress test for gameplay, technology and balancing. While the overall reception was largely positive, f...

Marius Müller, 12 Aug 2025 15:47

Casio has released new Black and Gold G-Shocks (pictured) in the US. (Image source: Casio)

Four new Casio G-Shock Black and Gold watches now available in the US

Casio has launched four new G-Shocks in its Black and Gold series in the US. The GA010GB-1A9, GA010GGB-1A9, GA100GGB-1A9 and GD010GB-1A9 each have elements with a gold-colored vapor deposition finish. Features differ between model...

Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2025 15:45

The Wanbo Vali 1 projector (pictured) is available globally. (Image source: Wanbo)

Wanbo Vali 1: New cheaper portable projector launches

Wanbo has released the Vali 1 projector in markets worldwide. Arriving most recently in the UK, this is a cheaper portable 1080p model with a built-in gimbal stand and integrated speakers. Plus, the company suggests that it can de...

Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2025 15:40

The Casio G-Shock GMC-B2100Y-1A watch (pictured) is now available. (Image source: Casio)

Casio G-Shock Full Metal GMC-B2100Y-1A watch with unusual band now available

Casio’s G-Shock Full Metal GMC-B2100Y-1A watch has been released in the UK and Japan. This new timepiece has an unusual design, with a metal octagonal bezel and a metal-look resin strap. Its features include support for Bluetooth,...

Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2025 15:35

The Mova E40 Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop (pictured) is listed at Amazon. (Image source: Mova)

New Mova E40 Ultra cheaper robot vacuum and mop launches

Mova’s new E40 Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop has been spotted in Amazon listings in Europe. It appears to be a relatively cheap model, with up to 19,000 Pa suction power and up to 75 days of hands-free cleaning. However, the product ...

Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2025 15:31

The MagicX Touch One 35 prototype with a black shell. (Image source: MagicX)

MagicX teases Touch One 35 gaming handheld with up to PS Vita emulation

MagicX has another compact retro gaming handheld in the works. Following quickly after the first teaser for the Retro 45, the Touch One 35 is powerful enough to emulate PS Vita games and is designed with Tate Mode emulation in min...

Alex Alderson, 12 Aug 2025 15:22

The XU20 V32 comes in four launch colours. (Image source: XU Retro - edited)

XU20 V32 released as new pocket-friendly gaming handheld for under $50

XU Retro has now released its alternative to the TrimUI Brick. Available in a choice of four translucent colour options, the XU Retro XU20 V32 is a budget gaming handheld that runs Android instead of Linux. The XU20 V32 should be ...

Alex Alderson, 12 Aug 2025 15:15

The Claw 8 AI+ currently seems to be a better device than at launch. Pictured: the handheld. (Image source: MSI - edited)

MSI Claw 8 AI+ sees performance and battery life boosts with updated drivers

Intel has recently released a new graphics driver, which, per ETA Prime, brings notable performance uplift on the MSI Claw 8 AI+. The YouTuber has also highlighted the battery life boosts the gaming handheld has received through B...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Aug 2025 15:11

Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro in review (Image source: Marcus Herbbrich)

New Xiaomi tablet is a great choice especially without OLED - review conclusion Pad 7S Pro

The latest tablet from Xiaomi performs very well in our review. The Pad 7S Pro not only impresses with a high-end processor and a strong memory configuration (1 TB UFS 4.1, 16 GB RAM) at an affordable price, the mid-rage tablet al...

Marcus Herbrich, 12 Aug 2025 15:01

In Peak, you scale mountains with your friends. It's harder than it sounds. Pictured - an official ingame screenshot. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | One of the biggest games of 2025 is now discounted to its lowest-ever price

Peak, one of 2025’s biggest indie hits, is 38% off for the first time since launch, now $4.95 on Steam. The breakout co-op climbing game is still soaring with "Very Positive" reviews. The deal ends August 18.

Anubhav Sharma, 12 Aug 2025 14:54

YouTuber Basically Homeless achieves reaction times of 100 ms with his neuromuscular aim-assist system. (Image source: Basically Homeless via YouTube)

"The results were shocking" – YouTuber builds electroshock aimbot that controls his muscles, reaches pro level

YouTuber Basically Homeless has developed an aim-assist system that controls his muscles directly rather than relying on software or hardware. By using Computer Vision and precise electric shocks, his hand snaps to the target with...

Marius Müller, 12 Aug 2025 14:48

Five days after its release, Öoo has 510 reviews on Steam with a 100% positive rating. (Image source: Steam)

500 reviews, 100% positive – new bomb-caterpillar metroidvania becomes a surprise hit on Steam

On August 7, a new Metroidvania called Öoo launched on Steam, putting players in control of a bomb-wielding caterpillar. The game combines a simple premise with surprising depth – and players seem to be enjoying it. For a limited ...

Marius Müller, 12 Aug 2025 14:37

A modded blue Xbox 360 running a custom homebrew dashboard on a monitor, displaying the game “Conker: Live and Reloaded” alongside other Xbox and emulator titles. (Image source: Modern Vintage Gamer on YouTube)

Xbox 360 jailbreak gets easier with Bad Update 1.2, boosting success rate to 80% and cutting run times

A new version of the Bad Update exploit has been released, bringing a much higher success rate and improved stability to the Xbox 360 jailbreak process. Popular YouTubers such as MrMario2011 and Modern Vintage Gamer have confirmed...

Anmol Dubey, 12 Aug 2025 13:51

The Lenovo Legion Go S has an 8-inch 120 HZ display. (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Deal | This giant 34% Lenovo Legion Go S price cut might've resulted in best handheld gaming PC value on market

The Lenovo Legion Go S handheld gaming PC with the AMD Z2 Go APU has now hit its record-low price again. The portable console brings official SteamOS support, making it ideal for folks who want to squeeze every bit of extra perfom...

Fawad Murtaza, 12 Aug 2025 13:30

Garmin vivosmart 5 fitness tracker (pictured) now supports Body Battery TrueUp. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin wearable gains popular Body Battery TrueUp feature

Another Garmin wearable has been listed as compatible with the recent Body Battery TrueUp feature. While the company has not mentioned the addition of this tool in recent updates for the vivosmart 5, one user suggests that it has ...

Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2025 13:27

The Redmi A27U Type-C 2026 costs around $250 in China. Pictured: the 4K monitor. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Redmi A27U Type-C: Xiaomi intros refreshed affordable 4K monitor with 90 W USB-C charging

The Redmi A27U Type-C has been refreshed, and the 2026 version is currently available to pre-order at CNY 1,799, around $250. Compared to last year's model, it comes with HDR400, but retains the same USB-C input with 90 W charging...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Aug 2025 13:20

Garmin Instinct 3 series smartwatches (pictured) are currently receiving beta version 10.26. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin smartwatch gets Messenger bug fix in new beta update

The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar, and Instinct E smartwatches are receiving a new beta update: version 10.26. This release brings several bug fixes for these wearables, one of which tackles an issue linked to the Mes...

Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2025 13:15

The Yeelight T1 Smart Track Socket is crowdfunding in China. (Image source: Xiaomi Youpin)

Yeelight T1 Smart Track Socket: New Xiaomi ecosystem device arrives

Yeelight, a Xiaomi ecosystem brand, is currently crowdfunding for the T1 Smart Track Socket in China. Customers can choose from three track lengths, adding up to eight five-pin sockets or dual USB adapters. Other features include ...

Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2025 13:02

The Rollme Hero C2 (pictured) features a 1.95-inch AMOLED display. (Image source: Rollme)

Rollme Hero C2 smartwatch launches with 4G SIM support, AMOLED display, and peculiar rotating 9MP camera

Rollme’s $89.99 Hero C2 smartwatch features a 1.95-inch AMOLED display, 4G SIM support, GPS, and a 9MP rotating camera. It is powered by a 1,800mAh battery, and is priced at $89.99.

Anubhav Sharma, 12 Aug 2025 12:42

The Cybertruck's structural 4680 battery pack is challenging to repair. (Image source: Munro Live/YT)

CATL is cutting EV battery replacement price 10x with new structural pack repair service

With the introduction of structural battery packs in electric vehicles like the Model Y and the Cybertruck, cheap battery repairs or replacements became a thing of the past. The world's largest battery maker is aiming to change th...

Daniel Zlatev, 12 Aug 2025 12:37

The Enduro 3 is one of several smartwatches eligible to receive Beta Version 17.25 when enrolled on the Beta Program. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update to high-end smartwatches with crash fixes ahead of major stable upgrade

It looks like Garmin is finalising v17.xx development for the Fenix 8, Tactix 8 and other related smartwatches. Arriving shortly after Beta Version 17.23, Beta Version 17.25 is said to fix two notable bugs that could cause system ...

Alex Alderson, 12 Aug 2025 12:23

The Sapphire Pulse RX 9060 non-XT model featured here is a rather small card. (Image source: Technosaurus on YouTube, edited)

New affordable RX 9060 slays RTX 5050 in gaming while reportedly matching RTX 5060

The newly launched Radeon RX 9060 GPU has been pitted against the RTX 5060, RTX 5050, and the RX 9060 XT in a series of gaming and 3DMark tests. The latest affordable Radeon GPU manages to soundly beat the RTX 5050, offering equal...

Fawad Murtaza, 12 Aug 2025 11:27

The Starlink Standard Kit dish pivot mount for rooftops. (Image source: Starlink)

Starlink drops prices of Residential plans and dish drastically to attract new US customers

Starlink is lowering the monthly subscription fee for its satellite Internet service rather significantly in the US. While in certain areas it is becoming $1,000 more expensive to sign up, in others, Starlink is fighting for custo...

Daniel Zlatev, 12 Aug 2025 11:24

A screenshot taken on Fallout 3. (Image source: Sicarius - MobyGames)

Fallout 3 Remastered could be released next year according to an insider

The remaster of Fallout 3, released in 2008, is reportedly in preparation and an insider recently unveiled a release date. But it is only a prediction and it is preferable to wait for the official announcements from Bethesda.

Alexis Stegmann, 12 Aug 2025 10:41

Close-up of a DIY RTX 4090-powered handheld gaming PC, running Cyberpunk 2077. (Image source: Qīngchén DIY on bilibili)

DIY RTX 4090 handheld PC can run AAA games at 120 fps with the GPU staying at 72 °C

Not only is an RTX 4090 mobile chip-powered handheld possible, it’s here. This DIY creation shows that playing demanding AAA games at max settings while on the go might be more achievable than you think. The full build and its per...

Anmol Dubey, 12 Aug 2025 09:33

A promotional image showcasing the new technology from Samsung (Image source: Samsung; cropped)

Samsung launches world's first Micro RGB TV, bringing unrivaled color accuracy to screens

Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its Micro RGB display, which the company says is a world first and sets new standards for color accuracy and contrast in the ultra-premium TV market.

Chibuike Okpara, 12 Aug 2025 09:05

The ER397-AI and ER936-AI mini PCs are now available to purchase. Pictured: a promo picture of the mini PCs. (Image source: Minix - edited)

Minix launches new AMD Strix Point mini PCs with limited-time launch discounts

The Minix ER936-AI and ER937-AI are now available to purchase. These two AMD Strix Point mini PCs are also enjoying limited-time launch discounts, making the former drop to $789 during the promotional phase.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Aug 2025 08:27

At the current stage, Xanite doesn't seem to be worth downloading (Image source: Microsoft and GameSir - edited)

Xanite promises native Xbox gaming on Android, but debuts as nothing but a hollow shell

A new Xbox emulator for Android called Xanite has been launched. It's currently at V0.1, and at the current stage, it seems to be nothing but a hollow shell with no emulation capabilities. However, the devs promised to launch upda...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Aug 2025 07:34

OpenAI CEO cites claims Elon Musk altered X rankings in his favor following Elon's threat against Apple

Elon Musk just accused Apple of anti-competitive partnership with OpenAI, threatening immediate legal action against Apple through xAI. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was quick to react, noting it was a case of the kettle calling the pot b...

Chibuike Okpara, 12 Aug 2025 06:51

Asus ROG Ally windows gaming handheld on a desk with a mouse, controller, and earphones

Deal | Asus ROG Ally with Ryzen Z1 Extreme matches Black Friday price in new deal with free travel case and Game Pass Ultimate for a month

As the Windows gaming handheld intensifies, and with the launch of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally just around the corner, the original Asus ROG Ally has been discounted by 23% at Best Buy, bringing it down to its Black Friday price. The R...

Julian van der Merwe, 12 Aug 2025 05:59

A screengrab of Forza Motorsport (image source: SteamDB)

Microsoft's Forza Motorsport and Horizon 5 to be supported despite Turn 10 Studios layoffs

Microsoft has reaffirmed support for its existing Forza titles as it addresses layoffs that essentially halve the size of the studio that handles the franchise.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Aug 2025 05:50

A promotional image for Battlefield 6 (image source: EA)

Battlefield 6's Javelin Anti-Cheat prompted players to delete Valorant to play the game

Battlefield 6's Javelin Anti-Cheat program has been kicking things up a notch by essentially insisting players remove Riot's Valorant in its entirety to play the game.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Aug 2025 05:39

Image showing the debris blasted from the surface of Dimorpho after intentional impact by NASA’s DART spacecraft (Image source: NASA, ESA, STScI, and Hubble; cropped)

Hera spots asteroid 3 million kilometers away, proving its usefulness in the push to improve planetary defense

ESA’s Hera, on a mission to advance planetary defense techniques, successfully passed two tests on short notice. The spacecraft captured images of two asteroids — (1126) Otero and (18805) Kellyday — on separate occasions, demonstr...

Chibuike Okpara, 12 Aug 2025 03:51

The Apple iPhone 17 Air is a bit bigger than the iPhone 17 Pro (Image source: zellzoi)

Apple iPhone 17 (Pro) and iPhone 17 Air size comparison: Leaked screen protectors reveal display dimensions

A new picture shows how big the Apple iPhone 17 Air really is compared to the regular iPhone 17, the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Meanwhile, a leaker unveils an innovative antenna design for the flagship model, which s...

Hannes Brecher, 12 Aug 2025 02:58

The Xbox Game Pass library is shown (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming with edits)

Study confirms Xbox Game Pass games hurt sales of AAA titles, as PlayStation gamers remain loyal

Xbox has been adamant that Game Pass isn’t detrimental to game sales. Even so, a new study demonstrates how the subscription service encourages sampling rather than buying. Meanwhile, PlayStation users spend just as long playing f...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Aug 2025 02:53

The Yashica City 300 has been improved compared to the City 200 (Image source: Yashica)

Compact camera with bigger 50MP sensor and RAW support: Yashica City 300 launches

The Yashica City 300 aims to address many issues of the City 200 and promises significantly improved image quality thanks to a larger 50-megapixel sensor, a fast lens and support for RAW files.

Hannes Brecher, 12 Aug 2025 02:41

The Kindle Paperwhite (12th generation) has a larger and sharper display. (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | Amazon has the Kindle Paperwhite in like-new condition for $107 (brand new is $160)

With a few months away from its first anniversary, the Kindle Paperwhite (12th Generation) is available to buy at a mouthwatering price. The new low price makes it cheaper than the base Kindle, although it is worth noting that thi...

Habeeb Onawole, 12 Aug 2025 02:34

The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 has finally shown up on Geekbench (image source: Google Gemini)

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Geekbench debut spells doom for the Exynos 2600

The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 has shown up on Geekbench alongside an upcoming Samsung flagship. Its core layout is identical to the Snapdraon 8 Elite, but the boost clocks have gone up remarkably.

Anil Ganti, 12 Aug 2025 02:05

The Oppo K13 Turbo series has a cooling fan to keep the temperature low during intensive tasks. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo K13 Turbo and K13 Turbo Pro arrive in India with same specs as their Chinese variants

The Oppo K13 Turbo and Oppo K13 Turbo Pro have been announced in India. The two smartphones which boast a cooling fan while also having a triple-certified water resistance rating have the same technical specifications as the varia...

Habeeb Onawole, 12 Aug 2025 00:48

AMD's Ryzen 7 5700X3D may be permanently discontinuing a recent AM4 CPU. (Image source: AMD)

End of the line for AM4 gaming upgrades as AMD stops Ryzen 7 5700X3D shipments

Reports claim that AMD has stopped shipments of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D, marking the end of the line for X3D CPUs on AMD's long-lived AM4 platform. The CPU originally launched in 2024, and it was the last remaining X3D CPU for the AM4...

Julian van der Merwe, 12 Aug 2025 00:41

The NUC 15 Performance resembles a scaled-back ROG NUC (2025). (Image source: Asus)

Asus releases NUC 15 Performance mini-PCs with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 and RTX 5070 GPUs

Asus has now released the NUC 15 Performance months after its initial debut. Available with either the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX or the Core Ultra 9 275HX and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 or GeForce RTX 5070, the Asus NUC 15 Perform...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2025 23:59

8BitDo's latest limited edition controller release comes in a single colour option. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo expands availability of new wireless Xbox One and Xbox Series controller to more markets

8BitDo has announced that its latest wireless Xbox One and Xbox Series controller is now available in the UK. Sold as the 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller - Rare 40th Anniversary Edition, the controller expands on its standard mo...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2025 23:38

The ViewSonic VP2488-4K (pictured) has an HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, dual USB 3.2 ports, and two Thunderbolt 4 ports. (Image source: Display Specifications)

New ViewSonic VP2488-4K monitor comes with 4K IPS, Thunderbolt 4, and Pantone validation

ViewSonic’s new VP2488-4K is a 24-inch 4K IPS monitor with 98% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB, Pantone validation, Thunderbolt 4, and pro-grade ergonomics. Priced at $549, its main demographic is creative professionals.

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Aug 2025 23:07

U.S. Marine from Battlefield 6 is shown (Image source: Electronic Arts with edits)

Battlefield 6 leak from ratings board details single-player mode and violence during campaign

Ratings boards sometimes include information about games not yet made public. Ahead of the October 10th Battlefield 6 release date, the IMDA in Singapore has rated the title Mature 18. Players also learn more about the structure o...

Adam Corsetti, 11 Aug 2025 23:00

A photo of Jökulsárlón glacial lake (Image source: Jeremy Bishop via Unsplash; cropped)

This glacier loses 300,000 gallons per second, and NASA just revealed its value

Greenland’s most active glacier releases more than 300,000 gallons (1,136 cubic meters) of fresh water into the sea every second during peak summer melt. Scientists, using a supercomputer-driven ocean ecosystem model, have discove...

Chibuike Okpara, 11 Aug 2025 22:57

A Tesla Model Y Robotaxi (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Robotaxi opens to public in September as Texas grants rideshare license

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed on X that Robotaxi will be accessible to the public in Texas in September. The company has been granted a rideshare license by the Lone Star State.

David Odejide, 11 Aug 2025 22:08

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