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Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Ultra, and Galaxy S23 Plus. (Image source: Samsung)

[Update] Galaxy S23 Android 16 based One UI 8 update suffers same fate as Galaxy S24, S22

Update: The Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S24 series One UI 8 updates have reportedly resumed. Samsung has reportedly paused Android 16 updates for the Galaxy S23 series. It did the same for the Galaxy S22 and the Galaxy 24 series, though...

Vineet Washington, 21 Oct 2025 19:16

G-Shock’s tiniest watch yet is small enough to wear as a ring. (Image source: Casio)

Casio’s new G-Shock Nano is a fully functional watch that fits on your finger

Casio has unveiled the G-Shock Nano DWN-5600, a ring-sized version of its classic digital watch. The miniature model weighs just 6 grams and retains key G-Shock features like water resistance and shock protection.

Kristen Spradlin, 21 Oct 2025 18:54

The GT 8 tops out at $729 on Giztop. Pictured: a promo picture of the phone. (Image source: Realme)

Freshly launched Realme GT 8 starts at $499 for global buyers via import

The Realme GT 8 was just released in China, and it’s already available to import via Giztop. This new affordable sub-flagship phone with the Snapdragon 8 Elite is currently available on the site with a starting price of $499.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Oct 2025 18:45

IKEA’s latest Sjöss charger (pictured) offers an up to 65W output. (Image source: IKEA)

Affordable IKEA Sjöss 65W charger rolling out globally

The IKEA Sjöss 65W 1-port USB charger is rolling out to various countries across North America and Europe. As its name suggests, this accessory offers an up to 65W output from its single port, with support for a range of fast char...

Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 18:27

The Mist Purple colorway of OnePlus 15 may not be offered in the global market. Pictured: the two other colorways of the phone. (Image source: OnePlus)

Imminent OnePlus 15 global launch teased as official teaser website pages go live

The OnePlus 15 teaser page has gone live on multiple regional websites. Among the two spotted, the one in the UK store suggests that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship will go global before mid-November 2025.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Oct 2025 18:04

Artistic representation of the cooling system in the OnePlus 15. (Image source: OnePlus via Weibo)

OnePlus 15 will stay impressively cool thanks to its new improved cooling system, company explains

OnePlus has explained how the upgraded cooling system in the OnePlus 15 will keep the phone cool during peak performance. The phone will be released on October 27 in China with a global release following soon after.

Vineet Washington, 21 Oct 2025 17:54

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth shown on Switch 2 Game-Key Card and console (Image source: Square Enix, Nintendo of America)

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director says Switch 2 must rely on Game-Key Cards because of its limited specs

If Naoki Hamaguchi is correct, Switch 2 cartridges will become an even rarer sight. The director of several Final Fantasy games believes that Switch 2 specs bottleneck read speeds. In a new interview, he explains that only the con...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Oct 2025 17:53

The Motorola Edge 70 in one of its three rumoured launch colours. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Motorola Edge 70 to surpass iPhone Air with silicon carbon battery and over $450 in launch bonuses

Motorola has revealed that the Edge 70 smartphone will surpass the Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone Air in crucial areas despite also being sub-6 mm thick. The company has detailed launch bonuses too, which stretch to over €300 (~$350) ...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 17:51

Windows 11 debloat: Flyoobe 1.40 removes bloatware and Microsoft Copilot directly during installation

Windows utility program Flyoobe (formerly Flyby11) has received a new range of features via version 1.40, positioning itself as a central tool for debloating and bypassing the requirements of Windows 11. For the first time, the to...

Ulrich Mathey, 21 Oct 2025 17:48

One of the reasons for the production stop at VW: Chinese electric car models such as the BYD Dolphin Surf are cheaper and technically more modern than domestic models. (Image: BYD).

German electric car factories shut down as Chinese electric cars take over the market

Volkswagen is stopping production at two German electric car factories due to concerns about declining demand. Meanwhile, Chinese rival BYD is celebrating record sales in Europe. This raises the question of whether VW's problem is...

Ronald Matta, 21 Oct 2025 17:44

Husqvarna announces several new robotic mowers with AI Vision for 2026. (Image source: Husqvarna)

Husqvarna announces several new Automower robotic lawn mowers with AI vision

Husqvarna has announced a range of new robotic lawn mowers for the 2026 gardening season, which, thanks to AI Vision, are said to offer better obstacle detection than previous models and also come with a number of other new featur...

Marcus Schwarten, 21 Oct 2025 17:41

KEF's latest speakers can be connected directly to a turntable. (Image source: KEF)

KEF Coda W Hi-Fi speakers offer both Bluetooth aptX Lossless and turntable support

KEF is introducing hi-fi speakers in the form of Coda W that combine modern streaming features with an integrated phono preamp for turntables. This all-in-one system aims to make hi-fi sound more accessible at a relatively afforda...

Hannes Brecher, 21 Oct 2025 17:37

Image from the game Starfield. (Image source: Bethesda)

Starfield not coming to PS5 before 2026, according to an insider

Players waiting for Starfield on PS5 are facing some bad news. Insider NateTheHate has stated that the port will not be released until 2026, extending an already long wait.

Alexis Stegmann, 21 Oct 2025 17:20

TP-Link’s Tapo C615F security camera (pictured) has an integrated floodlight. (Image source: TP-Link)

Tapo launches new security camera with floodlight and solar panel

The Tapo C615F Solar-Powered Floodlight Pan/Tilt Security Camera from TP-Link is now available in the US. Also on the way to Europe, this smart camera can automatically pan to track a subject, with local and cloud storage options ...

Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 17:20

The Insta360 X4 Air will launch in all but Canada and the US on October 28. (Image source: u/Exotic_Masterpiece81 - edited)

Insta360 X4 Air: Pricing, details and photo of new 360-degree camera leak with worldwide launch date officially confirmed

Details of Insta360's next action camera have emerged online. While Insta360 has only teased the device and confirmed its launch date, sources have revealed pricing, specifications and even a photo of the so-called Insta360 X4 Air...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 17:11

The Huawei Mate 70 Air has surfaced in a single colour option so far. (Image source: China Telecom - edited)

Huawei Mate 70 Air emerges as Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone Air competitor

It seems that Huawei is preparing to introduce a new alternative to the Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone Air. Surfacing on a well-known telecoms provider, the so-called Huawei Mate 70 Air appears to be larger than its Apple and Samsung ...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 17:01

Anker’s Prime Power Bank (20K, 220W) (pictured) has arrived in Europe. (Image source: Anker)

Anker releases new 220W Prime Power Bank with display

Anker has launched its new Prime Power Bank (20K, 220W). It has arrived in one European country and is expected to roll out across this region and North America in the near future. Features include two USB-C ports with an up to 14...

Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 16:39

An image of the drone in hand (Image source: Hoarder Sam; screenshot)

“World's smallest FPV drone”: DIY YouTuber builds a 0.88-inch drone and it flies

DIY YouTuber Hoarder Sam, who is known for custom drone builds, has uploaded a video of a 22.3-millimeter (0.88-inch) drone, which he calls “the world's smallest FPV drone.” He achieved this using components from a commercial dron...

Chibuike Okpara, 21 Oct 2025 16:33

The MCON controller will begin to ship in January 2026. (Image source: Ohsnap)

The MCON magnetic controller is now available to pre-order ahead of its 2026 release

MCON is a magnetic controller that was first announced in 2024. However, thanks to a long development process, it is now available to pre-order and will begin shipping in January 2026.

Habeeb Onawole, 21 Oct 2025 16:22

A new beta update has arrived for Garmin’s Venu 4 smartwatch (pictured). (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin smartwatch gets second beta update

The Garmin Beta Version 15.10 update is now available for users of one of the brand’s latest smartwatches. The change log lists a new feature, alongside several improvements and bug fixes. However, these release notes are identica...

Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 16:09

The Realme GT 8 Pro lines up as one of the first smartphones with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. (Image source: Realme)

Realme GT 8 Pro starts with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and impressive camera chops

The Realme GT 8 Pro is now official and available with Qualcomm's latest flagship chipset. Also equipped with a 144 Hz display and a 7,000 mAh battery, the Realme GT 8 Pro combines 50 MP primary, 200 MP telephoto and 50 MP ultra-w...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 15:33

Xiaomi’s Redmi Projector 4 Pro (pictured) has launched in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches new upgraded Redmi projector with ToF sensor

Xiaomi has launched the new Redmi Projector 4 Pro in China. This model features various upgrades compared to its predecessor, including a higher brightness level and support for MEMC motion smoothing. Plus, the device has an integ...

Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 15:21

The ThinkCentre neo 55s Gen 6 starts at $479. Pictured: a promo picture of the SFF PC. (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 55s Gen 6 launches as new small AMD PC with desktop GPU

The Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 55s Gen 6 is a new SFF PC that comes with a desktop GPU. It can be equipped with either the AMD Radeon RX 6400 or Nvidia RTX 3050, and the starting price is quite affordable, standing at $479.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Oct 2025 15:00

The Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 55q starts at $499 and is powered by an AMD Ryzen AI processor. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo launches ThinkCentre neo 55q Gen 6 with AMD Ryzen AI processors

Following the launch of Snapdragon and Intel versions of the ThinkCentre neo 55q AI PC, Lenovo has now announced a version powered by AMD's Ryzen AI processors. This version of the ThinkCentre neo 55q Gen 6 will have up to up to a...

Habeeb Onawole, 21 Oct 2025 15:00

The ThinkCentre neo 55a Gen 6 AIO starts at $549. Pictured: a promo image of the PC. (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Lenovo intros ThinkCentre neo 55a Gen 6 AIO with up to Ryzen AI 300 series APU

The ThinkCentre neo lineup has seen a handful of new additions, and the 55a Gen 6 AIO is one of them. This all-in-one PC can be equipped with up to a Ryzen AI 300 series APU, and has a starting price of $549.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Oct 2025 15:00

The GMKtec K11 mini PC with AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS (Image source: Allen Ngo/Notebookcheck)

Deal | Compact AMD Ryzen 9 mini PC with OCuLink and 32 GB DDR5 RAM now $200 off on Amazon

The GMKtec K11 mini PC combines AMD’s Ryzen 9 8945HS APU with a fast 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD and 32 GB DDR5 RAM, making it a compelling option for gamers and creators seeking compact power. The system is now available at a 25% discount ...

David Odejide, 21 Oct 2025 14:54

The Acer Nitro V 16 AI (ANV16-42) weighs 2.44 kg (5.38 lbs.). (Image source: Acer)

Deal | Acer Nitro V 16 AI with RTX 5050 is more affordable than ever after dropping 30% to record-low price

The Acer Nitro V 16 AI (ANV16-42) gaming laptop has now dropped by 30% to its lowest price ever at Walmart. The laptop is an FHD gamer with a Ryzen 5 240 processor, an RTX 5050 laptop GPU, and a 16-inch 180 Hz IPS display.

Fawad Murtaza, 21 Oct 2025 14:41

Realme offers the GT 8 in multiple colours. (Image source: Realme)

Realme GT 8: New affordable mid-range smartphone now official with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 7,000 mAh battery

The Realme GT 8 is a new mid-range smartphone packing plenty of high-end hardware. Starting at CNY 2,899 (~$407) in China, the Realme GT 8 features a 144 Hz AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 7,000 mAh batter...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 14:39

The Redmi K90 Pro Max will feature two linear speakers and one woofer. Pictured: a promo picture of the phone. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi officially details Bose-tuned 2.1 stereo audio setup of Redmi K90 Pro Max

The Redmi K90 Pro Max is set to be fully unveiled in China on October 23. Xiaomi has already showcased the design of this upcoming flagship phone, revealing the Bose audio setup. Now, the company has detailed the 2.1 stereo speake...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Oct 2025 14:29

A Reddit post by user u/neda6117 has sparked a heated debate within the Battlefield community. (Image source: Steam)

"I'm out" – player says he's "just too old" for Battlefield 6

A Reddit post titled “Well, I’m out… I’m just too old for this fast-paced shooter. My honest short opinion” is currently making waves in the Battlefield community. Published on Sunday, it has since gained nearly 12,000 upvotes and...

Marius Müller, 21 Oct 2025 14:20

The Xbox wireless controller offers 49 hours of playtime (Image source: Xbox)

Deal | Xbox’s highly rated wireless gaming controller (2025) with 40 hours of playtime gets steep discount on Amazon

The Xbox wireless gaming controller has received a significant price cut on Amazon. The controller is available for 23% off its original list price for a limited time in the US. The wireless controller features textured triggers, ...

Abhinav Fating, 21 Oct 2025 14:19

The LG Magnit Active Micro LED Smart TV runs webOS with AirPlay 2 support. (Image source: LG)

Magnit Active Micro LED: LG reveals new Micro LED Smart TV with international release planned

The Magnit Active Micro LED is a new 136-inch Smart TV. Equipped with Active Micro LEDs that deliver up to a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, the Smart TV also delivers a native 4K output with a 144 Hz refresh rate at its disposal, too...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 14:08

Lenovo’s 140W Laptop Power Bank (pictured) has been spotted at Amazon US. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo 20K 140W power bank launching in the US

Lenovo is releasing the 140W Laptop Power Bank in the US. This accessory shares similarities with a model launched in China earlier in 2025. It can be used to charge up to three devices simultaneously. Other features include a dig...

Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 14:06

Image of the game Fallout 4 on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

This free horror mod for Fallout 4 adds a new dungeon and new enemies inspired by Alien

A free mod for Fallout 4 offers new horror content to all players. But be careful, because it is quite difficult and you will need to pay attention to compatibility.

Alexis Stegmann, 21 Oct 2025 14:04

Elite ER939-AI: Compact PC with powerful APU (Image source: Minix)

Minix Elite ER939-AI: High-performance mini-workstation powered by AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395

The Minix Elite ER939-AI is a new, relatively compact desktop PC equipped with a powerful APU, making it well suited to running AI applications. The system also features a variety of video output options and fingerprint sensor for...

Silvio Werner, 21 Oct 2025 13:57

The first images of Diagon Alley from HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series have been leaked. (Image source: HarryPotter.com)

First images of Diagon Alley from HBO’s Harry Potter series leaked – and they look very different from the original

Three new images have recently surfaced on X, allegedly showing the Diagon Alley set for HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series. While the location is clearly meant to represent the iconic shopping street for wizards, it looks noticea...

Marius Müller, 21 Oct 2025 13:40

Garmin’s vivoactive 6 smartwatch (pictured) is receiving the Health Status feature in beta. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin pushes new feature to smartwatches in beta update

Garmin has shared the new Health Status feature with more smartwatches users in beta software version 15.10. This update also tackles a range of problems linked to smart notifications and the Evening Report. Plus, it should now be...

Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 13:37

The three Seiko Prospex models teased for October 22, pictured. (Image source: Seiko Singapore on Instagram)

New Seiko Prospex automatic watches officially teased for October 22

Seiko has teased three new Prospex Asia-Pacific limited editions on its Singapore Instagram account - SPB539, SPB541, and SPB543. Each uses the 6R35 automatic movement with 70-hour reserve and 200 m depth rating.

Anubhav Sharma, 21 Oct 2025 13:34

Garmin is working towards bringing a slew of bug fixes to the Fenix 7 Pro and its peers. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin: New stable release looms for older high-end smartwatches as fresh update introduced

Garmin is preparing to introduce a new update for older high-end smartwatches. To be distributed across the Fenix 7 Pro and associated smartwatches, the update will be the result of recent beta development that has now reached Bet...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 13:30

A recent Reddit thread highlights why Valve enjoys such a strong reputation among gamers. (Image source: Steam / Pixabay)

Gamers "can't believe this worked" – why Valve remains so popular

A recent Reddit thread suggests that a simple "pretty please?" might be all it takes for Valve to bend its own rules – and that’s part of what makes Steam so beloved among gamers.

Marius Müller, 21 Oct 2025 13:27

Custom water-cooled PlayStation 3 with a red SysCooling pump and large black fan mounted inside the case, placed on a wooden desk. (Image source: Zac Builds via YouTube)

This liquid-cooled, modded “PS3 Pro” with an overclocked GPU runs Gran Turismo 6 at 60 FPS

YouTuber Zac Builds transformed a classic PlayStation 3 into a fully water-cooled, overclocked console. Using a hackable model and custom-made cooling parts, he pushed the system’s limits to reveal just how much performance the 20...

Anmol Dubey, 21 Oct 2025 13:17

Intel Panther Lake features up to four Cougar Cove P-cores, eight Darkmont E-cores, and four Darkmont LP E-cores in the highest end SKU. (Image source: Alex Waetzel)

Intel Panther Lake iGPU inside ROG Zephyrus G14 appears insane 70% faster vs Arc 140V in valid Geekbench results

An Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 laptop, equipped with an Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra X7 358H, has stopped by Geekbench for a set of valid OpenCL benchmark results. The resulting scores show that the Intel Panther Lake's Arc Celestial i...

Fawad Murtaza, 21 Oct 2025 12:53

The new Casio CA-500WEBF-1A "Back to the Future" collab watch (pictured) has the "OUTATIME" license plate on the front. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio CA-500WEBF-1A "Back to the Future" collab watch now available to buy

Casio’s Back to the Future CA-500WEBF-1A calculator watch is now on sale at Casio UK. One per customer, no voucher codes. It’s packed with multiple film references, alongside classic calculator features, and priced at £114.90 (~$1...

Anubhav Sharma, 21 Oct 2025 12:22

Apple's new toggle that lets you control Liquid Glass transparency (Image Source: MacRumors)

iOS 26.1 beta lets you adjust the Liquid Glass transparency with a new toggle

Apple's "Liquid Glass UI" in iOS 26 has been divisive, with many users complaining that its heavy transparency hurts usability, drawing comparisons to Windows Vista's old Aero look. In response to the feedback, Apple is testing a ...

Antony Muchiri, 21 Oct 2025 11:43

The Boox Note Air5 C has a color display and an optional keyboard accessory. (Image source: Boox)

Boox Note Air5 C launches with color display and physical keyboard support for $529.99

Boox has refreshed its Note line of E Ink tablets with a new model. The Boox Note Air5 C looks like its predecessor, the Note Air4 C, but now has support for a keyboard cover for more productive work.

Habeeb Onawole, 21 Oct 2025 11:15

Tesla Model Y and Model 3 in Ultra Red color. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla drops Model Y lease payment before a price hike in November

There haven't been many Tesla Model 3 and Model Y deals since the federal tax credit expiration, besides grants offered by individual states. Tesla is now introducing new Model 3 and Model Y lease payments discount that drops mont...

Daniel Zlatev, 21 Oct 2025 11:06

From left to right (pictured), Casio G-Shock GM-5600M-1, and the GM-2100M-1A. (Image source: Casioblog)

Casio G-Shock GM-5600M-1 and GM-2100M-1A: High-definition renders for metal bezel watches spotted online

High-res renders of Casio’s G-Shock "Modern Industrial" series (GM-5600M-1, GM-2100M-1A) confirm bold, textured steel cases, unique vent cutouts, and gunmetal options - signaling a genuinely upgraded, utility-focused design direct...

Anubhav Sharma, 21 Oct 2025 10:54

The Huawei Mate 80 Pro is expected to feature a round camera module. (Image source: Director Shi Guan, Weibo)

The Huawei Mate 80 Series is expected to launch in November with a new Kirin chip

Huawei's Mate 80 series is shaping up for a potential November launch, bringing with it a next-generation Kirin processor and a couple of hardware improvements. Rumors suggest a redesigned camera system with new sensors, upgraded ...

Antony Muchiri, 21 Oct 2025 10:05

The Boox Palma 2 Pro arrives with a color display and 5G dual SIM support. (Image source: Boox)

Boox launches Palma 2 Pro e-reader with a color display, 5G connectivity, and stylus support

Onyx-owned Boox has brought its new phone-sized e-reader with a color display to global markets. Sold as the Boox Palma 2 Pro, it also has 5G dual-SIM support and stylus support, which pits it against rivals such as the HiBreak Pr...

Habeeb Onawole, 21 Oct 2025 09:21

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