(Update: description of the event log flaw corrected) Passkeys are replacing the password, and Microsoft is making them the default from September. Security researcher Michael Grafnetter is presenting a family of attacks called Pass-the-Passkey at Black Hat. This follow-up explains cloud passkey versus hardware key, what the research found and how to close the most common password back door.

With a new teaser, Lenovo has shared that the upcoming Legion C700 gaming handheld will come with a streaming dongle. It connects to a gaming PC, and the company promises low-latency local streaming with it.

ThinkPad and Legion are probably two of the most well-known Lenovo laptop brands. However, despite some similarities, both laptops are clearly made by different people, as the Legion lacks some ThinkPad features - like captive screws.

Anyone who searched for the Claude desktop app on Bing was sent by a paid ad to claude.ai, Anthropic's real address. The page waiting there was built by attackers and looked like the official download. 7,100 views, at least 29 organizations hit, and a trojan at the end that steals passwords and credit card data.

The Alldocube iPlay 70 Max Pro 4G was recently released in Japan, and now, the brand has brought the affordable tablet to other markets. It's currently available on AliExpress for about $200, which isn't a bad price for a 13-inch pad with a microSD card slot.

The OnePlus 16 has surfaced in a new leak revealing information about its design and expected launch window in China. However, its availability outside China remains uncertain following OnePlus’s withdrawal from the European and US markets.

Oppo has officially announced the A7 Pro Max, featuring the largest battery ever in an Oppo smartphone. Already available for preorder in China, the budget phone was previously rumored to feature a Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 SoC and a 6.78-inch 120 Hz OLED display.

The Honor Robot Phone features a three-axis gimbal camera mounted on a robotic arm and an imaging system jointly developed with Arri. Honor has now officially confirmed the launch date of the device.

Fiio’s Snowsky Echo Nano arrives in the US as a tiny Hi‑Res Audio MP3 player inspired by 2000s-era Sony Network Walkman design, but upgraded with modern music format support including DSD256, a Cirrus Logic DAC, and up to 7 hours of playback.

Huawei’s next MateBook Pro could weigh just 798 g, according to a Weibo leak that also lists multiple display editions, memory and storage configurations, and five color options.

Mojang has raised Minecraft: Java Edition’s system requirements for the first time, adding Vulkan 1.3 support, higher RAM thresholds, and more capable CPUs and GPUs.

Vivo has introduced a new smartphone in China: the Vivo X300 E. It features a high-end Snapdragon chipset, a triple rear camera setup with a periscope telephoto lens, and the largest battery in the Vivo X300 series.

Cory Barlog confirmed that Santa Monica Studio is developing a new mainline God of War game featuring Kratos, with its story directly connected to the upcoming God of War: Laufey. Set for release on February 16, 2027, Laufey will expand the series’ lore and lay the groundwork for Kratos’ next adventure.

Lenovo has given one of its latest 14-inch ThinkPads a wider international release. Now sold globally, the ThinkPad T14s Gen 7 Snapdragon features up to a 500-nit display with 32 GB of RAM and a Snapdragon X2 Elite processor, all within a lightweight housing weighing 1.19 kg.

The Poco F8 Pro and Poco F8 Ultra are high-end smartphones that launched last year. Now, the next-generation Poco F9 Pro and Poco F9 Ultra have surfaced on multiple certification platforms.

Several first-party PlayStation games are currently available at discounted prices on Amazon and Best Buy. The list includes Saros, God of War Ragnarök, and more.

At a Final Fantasy 14 event, producer and director Naoki Yoshida teased Final Fantasy 17. His comment implied that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation lead Naoki Hamaguchi might majorly influence its development. However, Hamaguchi’s hectic schedule threatens to delay the FF17 release date.

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the 1986 film, The Transformers: The Movie, Robosen has released a new Optimus Prime robot toy. Featuring original voice tracks and support for over 50 voice commands, the robot toy is available to pre-order at a discounted price.

Fenix Lighting has launched the SW06R, a new clip-on flashlight for everyday use. It features three light sources with white, red, and UV light, while the rotating head allows it to be attached to clothing or a backpack.

Palworld’s 1.0 launch drew nearly one million concurrent Steam players and sold an estimated 1.8 million copies in its first 10 days. Lifetime sales have now surpassed 30 million, generating nearly $700 million in gross revenue as the expanded release maintains a 93% positive Steam rating.

Humble has introduced a new bundle on the site called Idlers & Desktop Companions. It includes 13 Steam Deck-compatible games, and you can score them for around $0.77 each.

Lenovo offers its high-end business laptop ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 with IPS as well as OLED panels. This does not only change the image quality, but also battery runtimes, the thickness of the chassis as well as the weight. This is a bit of an issue, because the differences are not small.

Sony plans to reduce PS5 disc production in 2028, but still manufactures vinyl record players. A social media post about a turntable irked gamers already upset over the decision. They claim that, like with music, demand for the physical game format will continue for the foreseeable future.

Most people have heard about Samsung's plan for four Galaxy S27 camera-focused flagships in 2027 but according to industry insiders a new “4+4” strategy for H1 and H2 will bring way more than that. Based on the report, Samsung apparently intends to counter Apple's 20 year iPhone anniversary with a flood of new Galaxy smartphone-flagships, including a very exciting addition to its foldable-lineup.

Casio has teased a July 29 reveal with somewhat cryptic messages about 'wearable innovation.' This likely confirms the rumored CRW-H001 ring watch first spotted in a May regulatory filing — potentially adding a heart rate sensor to its ring watch lineup.

The Fire HD 10 Kids Pro is currently on sale as it has received a significant discount. Made for older kids, the tablet has a 13-hour battery life, a slim rugged case, and comes with a 1-year Amazon Kids+ subscription.

In our review, the new Oppo Pad 5 Pro impresses with its long‑lasting battery and large 13.2‑inch display. However, its rather weak speakers, substantial weight, and the absence of a desktop mode detract from the overall impression of this premium tablet. This review summary explains which users will still find this large Android tablet a worthwhile purchase.

We measured Qualcomm's next flagship chip before Qualcomm said a word about it. Between an exclusive die-size calculation, a leaked internal graphics document, a fresh wave of details about the CPU, modem, and connectivity hardware, we've put together the most complete picture yet of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro.

Elon Musk is not the only one developing advanced humanoid robots for mass production. EV giant BYD is reportedly preparing to unveil its own bipedal AI robot. Called Xiao Di, the humanoid robot is expected to make its public debut in August and could soon serve as a sales assistant, presenting EVs at the Tesla rival's dealerships.

Teclast has introduced a new tablet, the T70 Pro. It's a sleek and slim pad with a 14-inch IPS screen, a large 10,000mAh battery, and a microSD slot, which can hold a 1TB card. There's also a large battery, and as it's powered by the Helio G100, it should be affordable as well.

Chinese network operator, China Telecom, has revealed the spec sheet of the Vivo X300 E ahead of the phone's official launch. The new model in the X300 series will have triple rear cameras with Zeiss technology, a big battery, and a Snapdragon processor.

Chuwi has launched a new mini PC, the LarkBox X 100U. It's powered by the Intel Core 3 100U, an entry-level processor from the Raptor Lake Refresh lineup. It's paired with 16GB of RAM, and the launch price is quite affordable: $439.

The OnePlus Pad 4’s screen offers high brightness for everyday use, and it’s also well-suited for sensitive people because it flickers less. But there are times when an IPS screen still struggles to compete with OLED panels from Samsung and others.

The AI Act's transparency rules take effect on August 2. Chatbots have to identify themselves and deepfakes have to be disclosed. You will barely see a visible label, though, because systems already on the market have until December. In Germany, complaints go to the Federal Network Agency.

Amazfit offers more than just a broad lineup of smartwatches. Through Zepp Health, the company has built a comprehensive ecosystem for tracking and analyzing health and fitness metrics. We take a closer look at how the platform holds up in practice.

The Lenovo Legion 27-1R has been launched in China. It's a 280Hz gaming monitor with an FHD resolution, 400 nits brightness rating, and HDR10 support. The launch price is quite affordable, CNY 799, about $118.

Sharper renders of Casio's rubber-strap GST-B1000 watches have surfaced. They reveal the full dial layout, a Carbon Core Guard caseback, and one small but telling design choice that sets the pair apart from typical G-Shock styling.

The TCL NxtPaper 11 Gen 2 is currently available at a discounted price. The deal includes TCL’s T-Pen stylus and a flip case. The tablet is offered in two memory configurations, with savings reaching around $90 on the higher-end variant.

Fans of brick-built cyberpunk scenes with USB lighting will soon have a new option from Lumibricks. The company, which specializes in illuminated building sets, is launching a manga shop.

If successful, Final Fantasy XIV Online could boost MicroSD Express card sales. The new digital-only Switch 2 version will occupy 46% of the Nintendo console’s storage capacity. Gamers also need a monthly subscription when the MMORPG launches on its August 4th release date.

New Insta360 X6 leaks have confirmed a host of specifications. Arriving ahead of the action camera's official release, these images have been joined by an alleged global launch date, too.

NEC has announced the Lavie BT53C in Japan. The new 13-inch convertible Windows tablet aims to take on the Microsoft Surface with powerful specs, including up to a Core Ultra 7 365 CPU and 32GB LPDDR5X RAM, along with a brighter display and optional 5G connectivity.

Asus has released one of its new 16-inch laptops in more countries. Over 35% cheaper than its original configuration, the new Zenbook A16 is lighter than the version we reviewed earlier this year.

With the new ThinkCentre X, Lenovo is offering a high-end PC for demanding workloads. Available in countries like the UK, Lenovo has now listed the new 34-liter desktop in the US with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU, dual RTX 5060 Ti 16G GPUs, and faster 6400 MT/s RAM.

Sony has confirmed that 9 games will be removed from PlayStation Plus in August 2026. The list includes Dead Island 2, Roki, Harold Halibut, and more.