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From Crosshair to the Ally: Asus ROG posts an impressive growth story in India following 20 years of innovations

Twenty years, sharper numbers. Asus ROG’s 20th anniversary at Computex 2026 marked two decades of gaming innovation across motherboards, laptops, graphics cards, handhelds, and high-refresh-rate displays. The company also detailed its rapid expansion in India, where broader retail reach, community engagement, local production, and simultaneous global launches have helped lift its share among the country's gaming audience.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 22 Sep 2026 08:42

A new Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 with Intel Wildcat lake is on its way.

Lenovo launches new 15-inch laptop with Intel Wildcat Lake and over 18 hours battery life

Lenovo is refreshing its IdeaPad 5i 2-in-1 laptop with Intel's budget Wildcat Lake platform. Set to be available globally with the entry-level Core 3 and Core 5 processors, paired with up to 16 GB RAM, the new model could offer an affordable option to the current Panther Lake model.

Elvis Shida, 22 Sep 2026 08:24

Citizen brings its stainless-steel world-time chronograph with Eco-Drive to more markets

Citizen has listed the AT0368-82L on its UK website for £379. It's a 43 mm Eco-Drive chronograph with a blue dial, a world time city ring and a stainless steel mesh bracelet. The watch isn't new, and has been on sale in the US for at least two years.

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Sep 2026 08:08

The next-gen gaming phone is set to launch in China on October 2026. Pictured: A teaser highlighting the light build of the device.

RedMagic reveals new flagship gaming phone with slim bezels and light build

The RedMagic 12 Pro series is now official, and the Pro+ is set to launch sometime in October 2026 with the next-gen flagship Snapdragon SoC. Ahead of the release, the company has shared teaser images, giving a glimpse of the upcoming gaming phone from different angles.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Sep 2026 07:49

Casio's new Japan-made MoMA edition G-Shock goes retro and tri-tone, ships internationally

MoMA's Design Store has launched a G-Shock limited to 1,000 units that pays tribute to Casio's Film Card Solar Calculator in the museum's collection. It uses a 48.9 x 42.8 mm resin case, a mineral crystal, 200 m water resistance and a logo backlight.

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Sep 2026 07:48

Timex debuts new Waterbury Heritage automatic GMT with Seiko movement, stainless-steel build

Timex has added a new version of the Waterbury Heritage Automatic GMT, the TW2Y93500, with a maroon and black bezel, red crown and NH34 automatic GMT movement. It costs £475 in the UK, €549 in the EU and $579 in the US, where it's listed as new.

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Sep 2026 07:02

GDDR7 VRAM modules with up to 6 GB capacity are in the works; pictured: GeForce RTX 5090 PCB with exposed memory modules

4 GB and 6 GB GDDR7 chips could finally break the VRAM bottleneck on narrow-bus GPUs

A Weibo leaker says 4 GB and 6 GB GDDR7 chips are reportedly planned for 2027–2028. This will allow future graphics cards to pack substantially more VRAM without wider memory buses.

Anil Ganti, 22 Sep 2026 06:35

Apple's M5 Ultra has arrived on Blender Open Data and has demolished its predecessor as well as the RTX 5080 GPU.

M5 Ultra vs RTX 5090: 80-core M5 Ultra GPU crushes RTX 5080, trails 5090 by less than 5%

Apple's M5 Ultra has finally made its appearance on the Blender benchmark database. If the numbers are anything to go by, it appears that the monstrous 80-core GPU is all set to bring the heat to Nvidia's top-of-the-line desktop GPU.

Sambit Saha, 22 Sep 2026 06:01

This Timex Red Vega 1978 reissue with stunning red dial restocked in markets outside the US

Timex's Q Timex Red Vega 1978 Reissue, based on the watch Vincent Vega wore in Pulp Fiction, is back in stock on Timex EU at €209. It has a red marbleized dial, a faceted domed acrylic crystal and a 38 mm case, but is still out of stock on Timex US.

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Sep 2026 05:09

Deal | Ubisoft AAA action game now free for everyone

Ubisoft is offering For Honor via Ubisoft Connect for PC free of charge until September 28. The game is praised for its enduring melee combat and active community, though its steep learning curve and online-only requirement remain points of criticism.

Jacob Fisher, 22 Sep 2026 02:45

The Legend of Zelda movie shown in a theater

Legend of Zelda movie trailer or Nintendo Direct may be imminent after cast member leak

Rumblings indicate Nintendo is preparing to reveal more about The Legend of Zelda movie. An insider expects news related to the film as soon as September 22nd. As its April 2027 release date approaches, the actress portraying the Princess also teased an announcement.

Adam Corsetti, 22 Sep 2026 02:35

Garmin's Enduro 3 (pictured here) may be facing serious competition soon.

Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar spec sheet leaked: 180-day battery life promised

A leaked listing suggests Amazfit’s T-Rex Dual Solar will pair front and rear photovoltaic panels with rugged materials, advanced navigation features and a bright AMOLED display. Unverified claims point to up to 180 days of battery life with sufficient sunlight, though Amazfit has yet to confirm the device or its specifications.

Jacob Fisher, 22 Sep 2026 01:21

The Core Ultra X7-equipped Acer Swift 16 AI OLED laptop is now available with a $550 discount.

Deal | Powerful OLED laptop with 16-core Intel CPU and 16 GB RAM scores $550 discount

Thanks to an ongoing sale on Best Buy, the Acer Swift 16 laptop with a powerful Core Ultra X7 Panther Lake CPU and 16 GB of RAM is now available for just under $1,000 on the platform. The laptop comes equipped with an OLED display and a powerful Arc B390 iGPU.

Sambit Saha, 22 Sep 2026 01:01

Will Physint come to PlayStation? Kojima says only Xbox knows

Hideo Kojima, the founder of Kojima Productions, has provided an answer regarding whether Physint will be an Xbox exclusive game when it launches. The game studio has also released a statement to quell reports about the health of the studio and its partnership with PlayStation.

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Sep 2026 00:22

Fans wiil now be able to play the entire "Lord of the Rings" trilogy from start to finish.

Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-earth II to get massive free expansion soon

A Long Expected Campaign is a fan-made expansion for The Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-earth II, retelling Peter Jackson’s film trilogy via the Age of the Ring mod. It is set for a free release on ModDB on October 31, 2026.

Jacob Fisher, 22 Sep 2026 00:21

An image showing a battle in Stolen Realm, now 70% off.

Deal | This turn-based tactical RPG, loved by 84% of players, is 70% off on Steam

Stolen Realm is an indie game in which you can customize your characters to suit your playstyle and where your adventures are shaped by your choices. Face your enemies in turn-based battles and act simultaneously in co-op mode.

Alexis Stegmann, 21 Sep 2026 23:33

Resident Evil Veronica release date delay leaks after skipping Tokyo Game Show

A new leak suggests that a Resident Evil Veronica release date around Halloween 2027 is more likely. Previous rumors pointed to a Code Veronica remake launch earlier in the year. While followers hoped it would attend the Tokyo Game Show, the studio may be considering significant changes.

Adam Corsetti, 21 Sep 2026 23:04

Teclast M60 shown with its front display and rear design

Teclast launches affordable tablet with 12-inch 2K display, Android 17 and 2TB storage support

Teclast has launched the M60 in Japan with an 11.97-inch 2K display, a refresh rate of up to 90Hz and a Unisoc T7250 processor. The new tablet also features Android 17, 4G LTE, 128GB of UFS storage and an 8,000mAh battery.

Shahadat Ali, 21 Sep 2026 22:47

Close-up of the Citizen Racing Chronograph CA4716-09L, showing its blue tachymeter bezel, deep blue dial with silver-tone hands and markers, three subdials, red central seconds hand, and brown perforated leather strap against a yellow background.

Citizen debuts new Eco-Drive racing chronograph with reverse panda dial

Citizen has introduced the Chrono Racing CA4716-09L, a 39.5mm Eco-Drive chronograph featuring a blue reverse-panda dial and a perforated brown leather strap inspired by vintage motorsport. It boasts a 270-day power reserve, 100-meter water resistance, and 1/5-second chronograph timing.

Kristen Spradlin, 21 Sep 2026 22:44

AMD joins the $1 trillion club, leaving Intel behind

AMD has surpassed a $1 trillion market capitalization for the first time after a five-day stock rally, driven by investor enthusiasm for its growing AI and data-center business. The company’s market value now exceeds Intel’s, although it remains well behind Nvidia.

Andrew Sozinov, 21 Sep 2026 21:46

Users will no longer be able to upgrade the RAM on their Raspberry Pi boards

Raspberry Pi is intentionally blocking RAM capacity upgrades

Raspberry Pi is actively preventing enthusiasts from upgrading soldered memory to a larger configuration even when the replacement chip is technically compatible. The company says the restriction is intended to discourage unofficial high-capacity resales.

Anil Ganti, 21 Sep 2026 21:15

Creality Sparkx i8 comes with QuarTeks system for zero filament waste.

Creality Sparkx i8 uses clever QuarTeks system for zero waste, live now on Indiegogo

Creality has expanded its Sparkx lineup of bed-slinger 3D printers. It features the company’s new QuarTeks system that claims zero waste and 500% faster multicolor printing.

Vineet Washington, 21 Sep 2026 21:13

The Lenovo Googlebook 15 comes in a Cloud Grey colour with a magnesium alloy finish.

Lenovo releases new 15-inch laptop internationally with 1,100-nit OLED, cheaper pricing and Intel Panther Lake

Lenovo has started selling a new 15-inch laptop internationally. Boasting a 1,100-nit OLED display, the Googlebook 15 also ships with a 70 Wh battery and an Intel Panther Lake processor. Lenovo's first Googlebook is also markedly cheaper than expected.

Alex Alderson, 21 Sep 2026 20:51

Bungie has some good news for Destiny 2 fans

Destiny 2 players may finally get back the content Bungie took away

Bungie is preparing to reverse one of Destiny 2’s most controversial decisions by restoring vaulted campaigns, destinations and raids, with the returning content set to become available to all players. Marathon is also slated to get a bunch of meaningful updates.

Anil Ganti, 21 Sep 2026 20:47

Acer's Googlebook 14 is a convertible with a touchscreen.

Acer has the cheapest Googlebook, here's what you get

Acer is one of the major brands that has worked with Google to bring out the new lineup of Googlebook laptops. With its $899 entry price, Acer is promising a lightweight, well-built convertible with an OLED and Dolby Atmos.

Vineet Washington, 21 Sep 2026 20:13

The Vivo X500 with the Snap Screen accessory and a magnetic case.

Vivo X500 officially launches with Zeiss cameras and 144Hz AMOLED display

The Vivo X500 has debuted in China with a MediaTek Dimensity 9600M chipset, a Zeiss-tuned triple-camera system, and a larger battery than its predecessor. Vivo also offers optional imaging accessories for the X500, including a telephoto extender and the Snap Screen wireless display.

Huzefa Baloch, 21 Sep 2026 20:05

MediaTek has shown off a new laptop chip for Googlebooks

MediaTek's new Googlebook chip skips Lumex for old Cortex cores

MediaTek has unveiled its Dimensity CX 10 Max laptop chip for Googlebooks. It pairs Arm CPU cores with an Immortalis GPU and a 55 TOPS NPU.

Anil Ganti, 21 Sep 2026 19:55

The Trek Domane+ SL features a carbon frame

Trek launches new lightweight road e-bike with carbon frame and solid 185 km of range

Trek has unveiled the Domane+ SL, a lightweight electric road bike with a carbon frame. The e-bike features a TQ HPR40 200 W mid-drive motor and a 580 Wh battery, which is said to deliver 40 Nm of torque and 115 miles (185 km) of range. Available in three configurations, it comes with 35 mm tires and tops out at 28 mph (45 km/h).

Abhinav Fating, 21 Sep 2026 19:38

The Vivo Watch 6 runs BlueOS and is IP68 certified.

Vivo Watch 6: New smartwatch released with 3,500-nit AMOLED display and 21 days battery life

Vivo has released a new high-end smartwatch featuring a 3,500-nit AMOLED display. Also boasting up to 21 days of battery life, the Vivo Watch 6 has arrived in China with optional eSIM connectivity and a titanium case, too.

Alex Alderson, 21 Sep 2026 19:36

Getting noticed on Steam is already brutal, but some devs claim paying for exposure is even worse

Best Indie Games on YouTube, run by creator Clemmy, offers developers exposure for a fee. It now faces accusations from multiple indie developers that its paid marketing packages promise far more reach than they deliver.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Sep 2026 19:25

Google has revealed new details about Googlebook OS

Google’s new laptop OS is Android, ChromeOS and Linux mashed into one

Google has revealed more information about Googlebook OS, the software powering its new Googlebook laptops. It details integrations with Android, Linux support, security architecture and software support window.

Anil Ganti, 21 Sep 2026 19:16

An image showing buildings in SteamWorld Build, now 80% off on Steam.

Deal | With 84% positive reviews, this city builder is now 80% off on Steam

Published by Thunderful Publishing and available on Steam since December 1, 2023, SteamWorld Build is a city builder set in the SteamWorld universe. Build and expand your city and explore several mines to escape the end of the world.

Alexis Stegmann, 21 Sep 2026 19:00

The Motorola Signature 27 in Capulet Olive

Motorola's GrapheneOS phone is teased with wild camera specs and an audio partnership

Motorola has teased the Signature 27's design and audio partnership ahead of the phone's September 22 reveal at the Snapdragon Summit, hinting at an ambitious camera setup and a new collaboration with Bang & Olufsen.

Bùi Giang, 21 Sep 2026 18:53

Wallet Credit program is available for select games on the PS Store.

PS Wallet Credit program is live, offering $10 credit on game purchases

Sony was expected to replace its PlayStation Stars program with a Wallet Credit program that now seems to be live. There are a handful of games that have been listed on the PS Store with a limited-time store credit offer.

Vineet Washington, 21 Sep 2026 18:34

The new TravelMate P4 weighs just 1.19 kg with an 1800p display.

Acer releases new lightweight laptop with Intel Panther Lake and 120 Hz display

Acer has released a new lightweight laptop in the US. Featuring Intel Panther Lake processors and a 14-inch display, the new TravelMate P4 weighs just 1.19 kg, or 1.33 kg when configured with a 120 Hz display.

Alex Alderson, 21 Sep 2026 18:28

The MSI EdgeMesa N AI+ comes in a single finish.

MSI details new compact desktop PC with 128 GB RAM and Nvidia RTX Spark

MSI has shared new details about its latest compact desktop PC. Launching globally with Nvidia's new RTX Spark platform, the EdgeMesa N AI+ may be joined by the higher-end EdgeMesa N AI+ X, too.

Alex Alderson, 21 Sep 2026 17:48

from the left: Huawei Watch GT 7 and Xiaomi Watch S5

Xiaomi Watch S5 vs. Huawei Watch GT 7: Who offers the better overall package?

The Xiaomi Watch S5 and Huawei Watch GT 7 both offer long battery life and extensive fitness features. In testing, both impressed with their precise sensors and high-quality displays. However, the GT 7 offers more smartwatch and health features, while the S5 stands out for its light weight and exceptionally long battery life.

Daniel Schmidt, 21 Sep 2026 17:00

TGS 2026: PlayStation & Square Enix digital streams detailed

Typhoon Dujuan forced Tokyo Game Show 2026 to cancel its final day in person. See what happened to PlayStation and Square Enix's plans, and get the latest on Final Fantasy VII Revelation.

Darryl Linington, 21 Sep 2026 16:56

The Surface Laptop Ultra contains a 15-inch Mini LED display.

Surface Laptop Ultra price tipped: Microsoft could undercut Apple's MacBook Pro

Microsoft is expected to share more details about its first Nvidia RTX Spark-powered laptop soon. In the meantime, a reliable leaker has offered new details about Surface Laptop Ultra pricing ahead of the laptop's full unveiling.

Alex Alderson, 21 Sep 2026 15:57

The X500 Pro Max has a 200MP telephoto sensor. Pictured: a promo picture showing the back of the phone.

Vivo X500 Pro series launches with new flagship SoC, tweaked Zeiss camera setup, and up to 8,000mAh battery

The Vivo X500 Pro series is now official in China, bringing the first phones powered by the Dimensity 9600 Pro. Among the two, the Pro Max features an 8,000mAh battery, but both sport a new Zeiss-backed primary camera sensor.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Sep 2026 15:50

LG Display's new 720Hz OLED panel can already be found inside the ROG Swift OLED PG259QWS Ace.

LG Display launches 720Hz gaming OLED panel built specifically for Esports

LG Display's new 24.5-inch OLED panel hits 720Hz with 0.02 ms response times. Already found in the ROG Swift OLED PG259QWS Ace, the new 1080p panel should be available to purchase before the end of 2026, too.

Alex Alderson, 21 Sep 2026 15:26

Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition is 87% off on Steam until October 1.

Deal | New all-time low: Old-school RPG with 94% positive reviews is now under $1 on Steam

With 94% positive reviews, Deus Ex is one of the highest-rated old-school RPGs on Steam. Thanks to an 87% discount, the Game of the Year Edition is now available for just $0.90 for the first time.

Marius Müller, 21 Sep 2026 15:25

Five new premium Googlebook models are up for preorder starting today

These are all the new Googlebooks releasing today with standardized high-end specs and premium builds

Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo debut their Googlebook lineup that is up for preorders today. These Googlebooks feature desktop-optimized Android, on-device Gemini AI, and high-end hardware that includes a Glowbar, 2.8K touchscreens, haptic touchpad, 16 GB RAM, and more. Retail availability begins October 4 in the US and October 5 in select international markets.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Sep 2026 15:23

Googlebooks are now up for pre-order with availability from October 4

Google opens pre-orders for Googlebooks with seamless Android interop, Gemini Intelligence, and 10 years of updates, starting from $899

Google has opened pre-orders for its new Googlebook laptops, powered by Intel Panther Lake and Snapdragon X Elite chips. Starting at $899, these Googlebooks from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo run an Android stack with desktop optimizations supporting native Android apps, Gemini AI features, Linux development tools, and up to 10 years of updates.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Sep 2026 15:00

The Suunto Race 2 arrived just over a year ago.

New Suunto Race 3S leak confirms pricing with cheaper than expected titanium model

Pricing for the Suunto Race 3S has surfaced in an early retailer leak. Preceding a rumoured launch before the start of 2027, the new leak identifies cheaper than expected pricing for the AMOLED smartwatch's more premium titanium variant.

Alex Alderson, 21 Sep 2026 14:46

A Reddit thread about Wardogs shows how difficult it has become for many players to distinguish between highly skilled gameplay and actual cheating.

Cheaters in Wardogs: Do developers even stand a chance anymore?

Cheaters are hardly a new phenomenon in competitive multiplayer games. However, a recent Reddit thread about Wardogs raises the question of whether developers can even win this fight anymore – while also showing just how much cheating has already eroded players' trust in fair matches.

Marius Müller, 21 Sep 2026 14:22

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