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The MCIO of the GPD G2 eGPU will be limited to PCIe 4.0 x8 speeds. Pcitured: a picture showing the GPD G2 with a GPU and the GPD Box mini PC.

MCIO-equipped GPD G2 eGPU dock gets fully detailed ahead of launch

The GPD G2 is a new eGPU dock from the company, and the main highlight is the MCIO port that's capable of delivering PCIe 4.0 x8 bandwidth. Its complete specs have now been officially revealed.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Apr 2026 09:57
One of the two configuration of the mini PC has the MCIO port. Pictured: a side view of the GPD Box.

GPD details new Panther Lake-powered mini PC with speedy MCIO eGPU port

The GPD Box was recently announced as one of the first mini PCs with an MCIO 8i eGPU port. This interface can deliver PCIe 5.0 x8 speeds, which is higher than the usual OCuLink x4 found in systems with external GPU support. The company has now shared more details about the Panther Lake mini PC.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Apr 2026 08:23
The Inllie Luna core (top) and the Sense Core (bottom)

Inllie unveils two new stylish smart bracelets for women with advanced health tracking features

Inllie has launched two elegantly designed smart bracelets, namely, the Luna Core and the Sense Core. Both fitness bands have a stainless steel build with a zinc alloy and epoxy resin case. The wearables feature advanced health tracking features such as heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen and stress tracking, and female cycle monitoring.
Abhinav Fating, 28 Apr 2026 07:34
Most Lenovo laptops appear to ship at a display refresh rate of just 60 Hz even when the panels support much faster rates

Lenovo keeps shipping laptops with high refresh rate displays set to 60 Hz. Here's the easy fix

If you recently purchased a Lenovo laptop with a high refresh rate display, then it more than likely shipped at 60 Hz by default. Switching to higher refresh rates thankfully takes just a few seconds.
Allen Ngo, 28 Apr 2026 07:24
The iPhone 17 Pro.

iPhone 17 and iPhone Air users report phones failing to turn on after battery dies

Several iPhone 17 and iPhone Air users have reported that their phones struggle to turn on after running out of battery. This issue appears to affect multiple models, and the cause remains unclear.
Abdul Haddi, 28 Apr 2026 06:31
The Huawei Mate XT.

Huawei is reportedly launching a new tri-fold phone later this year

The Huawei Mate XT was launched back in September 2024, and it seems like the company is planning to launch its successor later this year.
Abdul Haddi, 28 Apr 2026 05:03
A fully functional customized Game Boy Color wrist watch running Pokémon Gold

A modder's customized watch runs Game Boy Color games using its original hardware

Modder Chris Hackmann (LeggoMyFroggo) has built the Time Frog Color, a 38 mm wristwatch that runs Game Boy Color games on original GBC hardware and accepts tiny physical cartridges, with an RP2040 handling display signal translation while preserving basic timekeeping when powered off. The build is an impressive, if impractical proof of concept, hampered by a very small screen, clunky controls, limited battery life, and no audio.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Apr 2026 05:02
The NCR Misfits from the Flags of Our Foul Ups side quest in Fallout New Vegas

Fallout: New Vegas dev on how iconic ending slides for minor side quests came to life: “It’s mostly arbitrary”

In a new YouTube retrospective, Fallout: New Vegas lead designer Josh Sawyer explains that Obsidian’s iconic “where are they now” ending slides for side quests were selected largely on director-driven instinct rather than narrative importance. He cites the NCR quest “Flags of Our Foul-Ups” as a key example, where a dark player outcome, drugging the Misfits with Psycho, inspired a dedicated slide imagining their descent into war crimes and eventual execution.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Apr 2026 04:47
A screengrab from GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition

Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto on GTA’s influence in 2003: "Our duty is to produce alternatives"

In a 2003 interview with Sweden’s Superplay magazine, Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto addressed the growing popularity of Grand Theft Auto by arguing that Nintendo’s role was not to imitate Rockstar’s darker style, but to “produce alternatives.” He emphasized a design philosophy aimed at both children and adults while urging developers to observe moral and ethical boundaries, reflecting an approach Nintendo has largely maintained since.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Apr 2026 04:37
The Govee 21-inch Ceiling Light Ultra is now $50 off

Govee: Smart ceiling light launches with 20% discount

Govee has launched a smart ceiling light that can display pixel art. At launch, it is available with a $50 discount.
Marcus Schwarten, 28 Apr 2026 03:33
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Typers Combat is played exclusively via the keyboard.

Deal | Indie game with 100% positive reviews and multiplayer free for a limited time

An indie developer is currently giving away a game that should offer plenty of variety with an unusual graphic style, a single-player campaign and a PvP multiplayer mode with leaderboards. However, Typers Combat requires skilled fingers.
Hannes Brecher, 27 Apr 2026 22:50
Cat Gatekeeper is designed to prevent excessive social media use.

Cat Gatekeeper fights doomscrolling with an orange cat

If you spend too much time on social networks, you can now get help from an orange cat. The so-called Cat Gatekeeper intervenes when it senses extensive doomscrolling and makes itself comfortable on the screen.
Hannes Brecher, 27 Apr 2026 22:14
Valve Steam Deck 2 mockup shown

Valve gives Steam Deck 2 update, hinting Steam Controller will influence handheld

The Steam Controller is in the spotlight, but Valve hasn’t forgotten about the Steam Deck 2. A programmer for the company reassured followers that the gaming handheld exists. A release date before 2028 is unlikely, but its specs may borrow the more comfortable layout of the new controller.
Adam Corsetti, 27 Apr 2026 22:06
Artistic render of Steam Controller charging with the magnetic puck.

Steam Controller in-depth review shows impressive results with excellent repairability

Valve has made its $99 Steam Controller official with an actual release date and early reviews have started coming in. Gamers Nexus has tested various aspects of the controller and found it to be quite impressive.
Vineet Washington, 27 Apr 2026 21:20
The Clicks Communicator will not be delivered until the end of the year.

Clicks confirms launch plans for compact smartphone with keyboard

With a compact body, a QWERTY keyboard and a simplified user interface for fewer distractions, the Clicks Communicator is one of the most unusual smartphones of the year. The manufacturer has now finally confirmed more details about the launch schedule.
Hannes Brecher, 27 Apr 2026 21:20
Promo image of the Vivo X300 Ultra.

Vivo X500 series: Leak reveals early details of next-gen lineup

Early details of the Vivo X500 series have surfaced online. A tipster has shared details of three devices, including a compact model with a 2nm-based chipset and an improved camera system.
Huzefa Baloch, 27 Apr 2026 21:00
The Odyssey G8 (G80HF) combines 5K visuals with a 180 Hz refresh rate.

New Samsung Odyssey G8 gaming monitor launches with 5K and 27-inch display

The Odyssey G8 (G80HF) is a new gaming monitor that delivers a 5K resolution across its 27-inch panel. Also boasting up to a 330 Hz refresh rate, Samsung's latest gaming monitor is already available to purchase in some markets, too.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2026 20:51
The X Fold5 may not have long left as Vivo's latest foldable smartphone.

Vivo: New ultra-premium foldable pitched as offering segment-leading battery life

A new report has offered a fresh insight into the state of Vivo's next ultra-premium smartphone release. Launching as the Vivo X Fold6, the foldable is tipped to retain an 'ultra-slim design' while surpassing its predecessor when it comes to battery life.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2026 20:47
A concept of how the 'next-generation' iPhone could look from the front.

Liquid Glass Display: Apple tipped to adopt display seen years earlier on Android and Lumia

Android OEMs have been moving back to including flat displays across their smartphone portfolios in recent years. According to respected leakers, Apple is preparing to go full circle by bringing back the quad-curve as the Liquid Glass Display.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2026 20:41
Seiko’s Pompompurin 30th Anniversary Collaboration Watch

New Seiko x Pompompurin limited edition watch launches

Seiko has launched a new Pompompurin 30th Anniversary Collaboration Watch in Japan. Celebrating the Sanrio character, this model features a light yellow watch face with a picture of the retriever, and a silver tone metal casing.
Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2026 20:40
Decathlon’s Btwin LD900E electric scooter

Decathlon launches new mid-range wide deck e-scooter

Decathlon has launched a new e-scooter, the Btwin LD900E, in various European countries. This is a mid-range model with ride comfort features like dual suspension, a wider deck and larger wheels.
Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2026 20:40
M5 series MacBook Pro pictured.

OLED touchscreen MacBook seemingly confirmed as MacBook Ultra

It is being said that Apple wants to expand its ‘Ultra’ portfolio and will offer the rumored OLED touchscreen MacBook with Ultra branding. Most recent reports have claimed that the device has been pushed to 2027.
Vineet Washington, 27 Apr 2026 20:34
An image showing the Carina Nebula.

The Hubble Space Telescope unveils a new image of the Trifid Nebula for its 36th anniversary

For the 36th anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope, NASA has unveiled a new image of the Trifid Nebula, revealing stunning details. And this also allows astronomers to better study this structure.
Alexis Stegmann, 27 Apr 2026 20:23
Valve has still not confirmed when or at what price the Steam Machine will launch.

Steam Machine launches after Steam Controller, Valve confirms reason for delay

Valve has been working on the Steam Controller for over 10 years and the innovative gamepad will finally be available from May. Now that Valve has confirmed the price and launch date of the Steam Controller, the company is now commenting on why the gamepad is not being launched at the same time as the Steam Machine.
Hannes Brecher, 27 Apr 2026 19:51
Casio’s MTP-B146D watches

Casio MTP-B146 metal watches could be coming to the US 

The Casio MTP-B146 is the latest watch to be added to the brand’s Casio Lab showcase in the US. This suggests that the company could be considering launching this retro, metal model in the country.
Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2026 19:33
The Steam Controller will be purchasable soon

Valve officially confirms Steam Controller price and release date

Valve has officially confirmed the price and release date of the Stream controller. As foretold by earlier leaks, it launches in early May with a decently affordable price tag.
Anil Ganti, 27 Apr 2026 19:30
Samsung's new Odyssey G8 is the only 6K gaming monitor around, for the time being.

Samsung releases first 6K gaming monitor with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB hub

The Odyssey G8 (G80HS) is a new 32-inch gaming monitor that makes use of Dual Mode technology to run at up to 330 Hz while still operating at 3K. Samsung's new release is also the first 6K gaming monitor, for which it has included a UHBR20-capable DisplayPort 2.1 connection.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2026 19:29
Samsung's answer to the Ray-Ban Meta is the Galaxy Glasses.

Galaxy Glasses: Samsung's answer to the Ray-Ban Meta will run Android XR with Gemini

Samsung is ready to take on Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses with an Android XR-powered Galaxy Glasses. The smart glasses are reported to have a similar pricing and a 2026 launch.
Habeeb Onawole, 27 Apr 2026 19:16
Canvas system installed on the Centauri Carbon 3D printer.

Update | Finally! Elegoo Centauri Carbon gets Canvas multicolor printing solution

Elegoo had promised a multicolor printing solution for the original Centauri Carbon when it first came out early last year, but failed to deliver. Now, finally, there is a standalone system that works just like the newer Centauri Carbon 2. Update: Elegoo has updated the shipping timeline.
Vineet Washington, 27 Apr 2026 19:13
An image of the new Citizen Star Wars duel watch on a leather strap on a wrist.

Citizen's new light-powered Star Wars Duel 2.0 inspired watch now available to buy

Citizen has officially launched the Star Wars Duel 2.0 watch in the UK market. Priced at £249, the 42mm Eco-Drive timepiece features a Cloud City duel design and luminous lightsaber accents. It is expectedly slated for a mid-2026 release in other markets, like the US.
Anubhav Sharma, 27 Apr 2026 18:59
EarFun Clip 2 open-earbuds review: Good sound, but little to stand out

EarFun Clip 2 open-earbuds review: Good sound, but little to stand out

Feature-rich clip-on earbuds with LDAC. The EarFun Clip 2 open earbuds offer LDAC support, dual-device connection, fair pair with Android devices, and 4-mics with noise cancelation. Good value considering how much they cost but with some clear compromises.
Vineet Washington, 27 Apr 2026 18:39
The Vivo Y600 Pro in two of its four launch colours.

Vivo releases new affordable smartphone with massive 10,200 mAh battery

Vivo has released a new mid-range smartphone with a mammoth battery capacity. Priced from ~$305 in China, the Vivo Y600 Pro also features a 50 MP rear camera, up to 12 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz display.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2026 18:33
Banner for NBA 2K26 and Denuvo is shown

Denuvo bolsters DRM in Steam games, even as hypervisor achieves piracy milestone

Staying offline indefinitely may no longer be an option with more Steam games. A hypervisor bypass developer discovered Denuvo now asks players to authenticate tokens online every 14 days. 2K Games titles like NBA 2K26 and Marvel’s Midnight Suns have the more restrictive DRM.
Adam Corsetti, 27 Apr 2026 18:20
Decathlon’s Btwin E-Three 900 e-bike

New Decathlon Btwin E-Three 900 electric cargo bike confirmed

A new Decathlon electric cargo bike, the Btwin E-Three 900, is on the way. Listed on a website for an upcoming bike festival, this model features a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and geolocation tracking.
Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2026 17:32
The Xiaomi 15T Pro.

Xiaomi 17T: Global model debuts on Geekbench revealing chipset details

The global model of the Xiaomi 17T has now surfaced on Geekbench. The phone is expected to arrive soon with a large battery, a Leica camera system, and a mid-range MediaTek chipset.
Huzefa Baloch, 27 Apr 2026 17:30
Ugreen’s Nexode Air 65W GaN Charger

New mini Ugreen 65W GaN Charger launches in the US

Ugreen has listed a new 65W Mini GaN Charger at its Amazon storefront in the US. This new accessory has a similar design to another recently released Nexode Air charger, with details like folding pins to make it easier to transport.
Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2026 17:28
Anker’s new gadget has a similar design to an older Nano Power Bank (pictured)

New Anker Nano Magnetic Power Bank on the way

A new Anker charging accessory, referred to as the Nano Magnetic Power Bank, has been spotted. This unreleased gadget, with model number A1115, is Qi2-certified and appears to have a similar design to an older power bank.
Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2026 17:25
Casio’s W-738H-1AV watch

New Casio square digital display watches coming to more countries

Details about the European launch of the Casio W-738H watches appear to have been leaked. Spotted earlier in 2026, the W-738H-1AV and W-738H-3AV each have a square digital display, with features like vibration alerts and a 10-year battery life.
Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2026 17:20
The Garmin D2 Mach 2 Pro is expensive

Garmin: Who really needs this new top-tier smartwatch?

Garmin has recently launched a powerful new high-end smartwatch. We take a closer look at its features to determine who will truly benefit from this device — and for whom the Garmin D2 Mach 2 Pro might be overkill.
Silvio Werner, 27 Apr 2026 16:49
The Vivo Y500s features a 120 Hz LCD display

Vivo launches Y500s alongside the Y600 Pro with massive 10,200 mAh battery

Vivo has launched the new Y500s smartphone in China with a large 7,200 mAh battery. The smartphone has a dual-camera setup, an LCD panel, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, and IP68 and IP69 ingress protection. Plus, the company also unveiled the Y600 Pro smartphone with a massive 10,200 mAh battery.
Abhinav Fating, 27 Apr 2026 16:48
Today is a rest day. South Korea’s Ecobee does not operate on Mondays.

South Korea’s Ecobee maglev is barely running

South Korea once invested heavily in maglev research and built a public-transit maglev system, the Incheon Airport Maglev, which offered everything that German projects have so far failed to deliver. Although the Ecobee is back in operation, it now runs very infrequently and remains closed one day a week.
Andreas Sebayang, 27 Apr 2026 16:32
The Pixel 10 Pro XL is one of five Pixel 10 smartphones that Google has released so far.

No more bootloops: Google Pixel 10 and older smartphones to receive bug-fixing update

Multiple Google Pixel smartphones have been practically unusable since applying the March 2026 update. While Google's latest firmware did not address outstanding bootloop bugs, the company's support team has indicated that will change in May 2026.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2026 16:25
Dave the Diver is 45% off on Steam until May 4.

Deal | Steam: 96% positive RPG surprise hit from 2023 returns to its lowest price

Dave the Diver was one of Steam’s biggest surprise hits of 2023. The quirky mix of diving adventure and sushi restaurant management is currently 45% off again, bringing it back to its lowest price of around $11.
Marius Müller, 27 Apr 2026 16:02
Valfaris: Mecha Therion is 85% off on Steam until May 9.

Deal | Brutal metal shooter with mech action and 92% positive reviews drops below $4 on Steam for the first time

Valfaris: Mecha Therion is currently cheaper than ever. For $3.99 instead of $19.99, Steam players get brutal mech action backed by a fitting heavy metal soundtrack. The title currently has 92% positive reviews on Steam.
Marius Müller, 27 Apr 2026 15:52
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite.

New affordable OnePlus phone officially detailed ahead of launch

The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite is set to launch on May 7. Ahead of the launch, OnePlus has revealed more information about the upcoming affordable smartphone.
Huzefa Baloch, 27 Apr 2026 15:49
The Unitree R1 will soon be available internationally via AliAxpress.

Unitree robot at a bargain price: Coming soon to AliExpress worldwide

The Unitree R1 is set to launch internationally via AliExpress soon and costs the equivalent of around $4,000 in China. While the humanoid robot is hardly suited to household chores or everyday assistance, it could be an interesting option for robotics fans and developers.
Marius Müller, 27 Apr 2026 15:39
Pokémon Winds & Waves may feature a Dragon/Poison-type Komodo dragon Pokémon.

Pokémon Winds & Waves leak: Komodo dragon with rare typing may be important to the story

A new leak for Pokémon Winds & Waves suggests a Komodo dragon Pokémon with the rare Dragon/Poison type combination could play an important role in the story. Fans are already speculating whether it could be a Gym Leader’s signature Pokémon or even a pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
Marius Müller, 27 Apr 2026 15:33
The trend towards ever larger camera sensors could soon come to an end.

Smartphone cameras with large sensors to fall victim to DRAM crisis

The DRAM crisis is forcing smartphone manufacturers to make compromises - in order to avoid drastic price increases, not only memory is said to be compromised, but also camera sensors. A leaker suggests that manufacturers will increasingly rely on smaller sensors in the future.
Hannes Brecher, 27 Apr 2026 15:14
A screengrab from Final Fantasy XIV Evercold trailer

Final Fantasy XIV hits Switch 2 this August with a subscription bomb that fans may not appreciate

Square Enix announced at Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest 2026 that the MMORPG will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026 with Early Access, offering a new portable option alongside its existing PC, PlayStation, and Xbox versions. The move comes with a notable drawback: Switch 2 players must pay for the game and then maintain a separate monthly subscription on top of any existing FFXIV sub, though no Nintendo Switch Online membership is required and current owners elsewhere will get 50% off Switch 2 Entry/Standard subscription tiers.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 27 Apr 2026 15:12
The Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Wide Fold and Galaxy Z Flip8, from left to right.

Shorter than an iPhone 13 mini: Galaxy Z Wide Fold compared months before official Samsung release

A trio of dummy units showcasing Samsung's next foldable smartphones has emerged from Sonny Dickson. Showcasing the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 before their rumoured July 22 releases, the photos also highlight just how small the Galaxy Z Wide Fold is compared to Samsung's eighth-generation foldables.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2026 15:10
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