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IQOO’s Watch GT 2 (pictured) has been launched in China. (Image source: vivo)

Affordable iQOO Watch GT 2 with AMOLED display launches

Vivo sub-brand iQOO has launched a new wearable in China: the Watch GT 2. Revealed a couple of weeks ago, customers can choose between eSIM and Bluetooth versions of the smartwatch. Features of this relatively affordable model inc...

Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 16:41

Redmi K90 Pro Max will feature a 5x telephoto sensor. Pictured: a promo picture of the phone. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi reveals core specs of Redmi K90 Pro Max ahead of imminent launch

The Redmi K90 series is set to launch in China on October 23, 2025. Just a few days before the official unveiling of the lineup, Xiaomi has revealed the core specs of the Pro Max model, and it seems that the device might stand as ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Oct 2025 16:26

The iQOO 15 also features an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo iQOO 15 now official with huge 7,000 mAh battery and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 to tackle Galaxy S25 Ultra and other modern flagships

Vivo has now released the iQOO 15 with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a 7,000 mAh battery. Lining up for significantly less than rivals like the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Vivo iQOO 15 als...

Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 16:13

HP ZBook 8 G1i 14 – A 14-inch creator workstation with seven display options to choose from

HP’s compact 14-inch ZBook 8 G1i 14 isn’t short on choices — it comes with a whopping seven display options. Oddly, HP’s spec sheet lists 14, which sounds impressive until you realize it’s basically the same seven panels duplicate...

Christian Hintze, 20 Oct 2025 16:02

Xiaomi’s Mijia Smart Electric Blanket (pictured) is crowdfunding in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi reveals new smart electric blanket with voice controls

Xiaomi is currently crowdfunding for the Mijia Smart Electric Blanket Single Model in China. This device is designed to help users get a good night’s sleep. While it comes with a physical remote with an integrated screen, it can a...

Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 16:00

YouTuber RandomGaminginHD has tested Battlefield 6 on graphics cards with just 4 GB of VRAM. (Image source: RandomGaminginHD via YouTube / Steam)

Battlefield 6 runs smoothly even on old hardware – community praises EA’s change of course

A recently published YouTube video is drawing a lot of attention. With around 89,000 views and over 3,000 likes, tech YouTuber RandomGaminginHD demonstrates that Battlefield 6 runs surprisingly well on older hardware. In his test,...

Marius Müller, 20 Oct 2025 15:37

Retroid has only shared a single teaser so far. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket 6? Retroid teases new gaming handheld after slashing Pocket 5 and Pocket Flip 2 prices

It seems that Retroid has something new up its sleeve. Shared less than a fortnight after the company permanently reduced the prices of the Pocket 5 and Pocket Flip 2, among others, the timing of the teaser coincides with when Ret...

Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 15:30

The Anker 3 in 1 Prime Wireless charging station offers a maximum power output of 35 W (Image source: Anker)

Anker’s new Prime 3-in-1 wireless charging station with AirCool and smart display now available in Europe

Anker has just announced the pricing and availability of the Prime 3-in-1 wireless charging station for the European market. The wireless charger allows you to charge up to three devices (a phone, an Apple Watch, and earbuds) wire...

Abhinav Fating, 20 Oct 2025 15:30

The SGT-4 thermal paste releases acetic acid during the curing process, which leads to the corrosion of copper surfaces. (Image source: Elias Gamez/Pexels)

Warning: Cheap thermal paste from Korea is causing CPU damage

What first seemed like a budget-friendly alternative has now proven to be a serious risk to hardware. Yet the recent damage could have been prevented – hardware analyst Igor Wallossek had already warned about the danger a year ago...

Marius Müller, 20 Oct 2025 15:17

Dead Estate is on sale on Steam with a 66% discount until November 2 and costs around $5.10. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | First-time deal on Steam: "Completely skill-based" roguelike shooter drops to around $5.10 with 94% positive reviews

Dead Estate is a challenging roguelike shooter featuring unique time mechanics and a diverse cast of characters. It holds a 94% positive rating on Steam and is currently on sale for the first time at around $5.10 – a 66% discount....

Marius Müller, 20 Oct 2025 15:13

The Philips Hue app has been updated to version 5.53. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Philips Hue app gets four improvements in new update

A new update for the Philips Hue app, version 5.53, is now available for iOS and Android. This release officially brings two optimizations to users, one of which is linked to the recently released MotionAware functionality. Howeve...

Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 15:12

The 14-in-1 Prime Docking Station with triple-display output support is available at €349.99. Pictured: a promo picture of the dock. (Image source: Anker)

Anker Prime Docking Station with 14 ports and triple-display output goes official in EU

The new 14-in-1 Anker Prime Docking Station with triple-display output support is now available in the EU. It comes with 14 ports, features active cooling, and has a launch price of €349.99 in Europe.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Oct 2025 14:53

The OnePlus Ace 6. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15R: Key highlights of OnePlus Ace 6 officially revealed with an even larger battery than flagship OnePlus 15

The OnePlus Ace 6 is set to launch on October 27 in China. Ahead of the release, the company has revealed key highlights of the smartphone, including its 165Hz display and large battery. The device may launch globally as the OnePl...

Huzefa Baloch, 20 Oct 2025 14:48

Casio’s G-Shock GBX-H5600 is expected to be a new G-Lide model like the GBX-100 (above). (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock GBX-H5600 Bluetooth watch spotted

Casio appears to be working on a new model, the G-Shock GBX-H5600. It was recently spotted as a certified Bluetooth device in the database of a Chinese regulatory body. While Casio has yet to officially announce this watch, some o...

Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 14:40

Casio’s G-Shock x Evangelion GA110EVA307A watch (pictured) has been released in North America and Europe. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock x Evangelion watch with colorful design launches worldwide

Casio is now selling the latest G-Shock x Evangelion collaboration watch in countries worldwide. The GA110EVA307A or the GA-110EVA30-7A is now available in the US and various European markets, though it has temporarily sold out in...

Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 13:53

The Prime 26K power bank is now available in the EU at €199.99. Pictured: a promo picture of the portable charger. (Image source: Anker)

Anker expands availability of Prime 26K power bank with 300W fast charging support

The 26K Anker Prime power bank with 300W fast charging support is now available in the EU. This portable charger comes with a three-port configuration, a digital display, and is flight-approved.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Oct 2025 13:33

Amazfit’s Active 2 smartwatch (pictured) is receiving a new update. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit brings heart rate improvement to smartwatches in delayed update

Amazfit is now rolling out an update for the Active 2 (Round) smartwatch. This release was announced at the start of October, but has only recently been shared with users. Included in the update are advanced running metrics, a hea...

Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 13:20

OnePlus 15 to get massive 7,300mAh battery globally

OnePlus has confirmed a key specification for the upcoming OnePlus 15: the device will feature a huge 7,300mAh battery. This is the largest ever battery capacity in a OnePlus phone. Further reports indicate that this cell, which w...

Jean Leon, 20 Oct 2025 13:17

Anker's eufyCam C35 is now available in the UK and Germany. (Image source: eufy)

Cheaper eufyCam C35 wireless outdoor security camera now available

Anker has released its new eufyCam C35 wireless outdoor security camera in some European countries. This relatively affordable model is available as part of two smart home security kits, with single units available to purchase as ...

Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 12:43

Easyflow C8: E-bike designed with comfort in mind (Image source: Gazelle)

Gazelle Easyflow C8 e-bike offers easy-mount geometry, mid-drive motor and automatic shifting

The Gazelle Easyflow C8 is a new e-bike designed for exceptional comfort and safe, easy mounting. It also features automatic shifting, allowing riders to focus on pedalling and navigating traffic.

Silvio Werner, 20 Oct 2025 12:37

Side view of the iBuyPower Y40 Gaming PC showcasing its transparent case panel, internal RGB fans, liquid cooling tubes, and GeForce RTX graphics card. (Image source: Best Buy)

Deal | 50% off liquid-cooled iBuyPower Gaming PC featuring Intel Core i7-14700F, RTX 4070, and 32GB DDR5 RAM, now available for $824 at Best Buy

Best Buy is currently offering a limited-time 50% discount on one of iBuyPower’s most popular gaming desktops. The deal brings the system’s price to under $825, making it an attractive option for gamers seeking strong performance,...

Anmol Dubey, 20 Oct 2025 12:36

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU. (Image source: Alex Waetzel for NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Weak Asus ROG Xbox Ally X supply leaks suggesting Microsoft doesn't have lot of confidence in handheld console

The launch supply of the new Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is not great according to a leak by Moore's Law Is Dead. Supply of the handheld console, which is the first Xbox-branded portable gaming console, has been compared to GPUs like the...

Fawad Murtaza, 20 Oct 2025 12:14

The new Casio Edifice ECB-2300D-1A (pictured) has a red countdown indicator. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio Edifice Sospensione watches inspired by F1 cars surface in first hands-on images

After their official launch, real-life photos of Casio’s new Edifice Sospensione ECB-2300 models reveal a sharper design, slimmer profile, and metallic finishes. All this hints that a wider release in Japan (and other regions) may...

Anubhav Sharma, 20 Oct 2025 11:34

Dyson’s PencilVac Fluffycones cordless vacuum (pictured) can be pre-ordered in Germany. (Image source: Dyson)

Dyson PencilVac ultra-slim vacuum now available to pre-order in Europe

Dyson is now accepting pre-orders for the PencilVac Fluffycones cordless vacuum cleaner in one European country. This recently released model is particularly compact and lightweight, featuring a powerful motor. Plus, the new Fluff...

Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 10:47

The Anker Prime 160 W charger comes with three USB-C ports (Image source: Anker)

New Anker Prime 160 W charger with smart touch display now official in Europe

Anker’s newly announced Prime 160 W charger is now officially available in the European markets. The portable gadget has three USB-C ports and offers a total of 160 W of power output. On top of that, it has a smart touch display a...

Abhinav Fating, 20 Oct 2025 10:00

The laser bouncing back and forth (Image source: AlphaPhoenix - screenshot - cropped)

DIY engineer builds a 2-billion-fps camera to film light in motion

YouTuber AlphaPhoenix has built a 2-billion-frames-per-second (fps) camera, an improved version of his 1-billion fps camera from last year. And for his first video with the camera, he recorded a laser bouncing back and forth betwe...

Chibuike Okpara, 20 Oct 2025 09:56

GTA fans are asking Rockstar Games to remake this cult game

Many fans have asked Rockstar Games to remake this cult beat 'em up from the early 2000s. But we will certainly need to be patient for this to happen, as the studio is still working on GTA 6.

Alexis Stegmann, 20 Oct 2025 09:25

A United Airlines flight (Source: David Syphers/Unsplash)

United Airlines 737 hit by mystery object at 36,000 feet: Investigators probe whether it came from space

A United Airlines 737 suffered a cracked cockpit window mid-flight over Utah, forcing an emergency diversion. Investigators are analyzing debris and flight data to determine whether the mystery object that struck the aircraft orig...

David Odejide, 20 Oct 2025 09:13

The Z80 Ultra will launch on October 22, 2025, in China. Pictured: the back of the flagship camera phone. (Image source: Nubia)

Nubia details core specs of camera flagship Z80 Ultra ahead of its imminent launch

The Nubia Z80 Ultra with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is set to launch on October 22. Just a few days ahead of the debut, the company has detailed the key specs of the flagship camera phone.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Oct 2025 08:26

Amazon has given the Lenovo Tab M11 Android tablet with pen and case its biggest discount ever. (Image source: Lenovo)

Deal | 11" Lenovo Tab M11 Android tablet hits lowest price

Amazon has given the 11" Lenovo Tab M11 Android tablet its biggest discount ever after a 35% discount from its MSRP of $199.99. Its screen has no PWM flickering, a boon for users who suffer from eye strain. The Tab M11 comes with ...

David Chien, 20 Oct 2025 06:30

The Fujitsu FMV UX-K3 is currently the lightest laptop on the planet (Image source: Fujitsu)

World's lightest laptop: Fujitsu FMV UX-K3 packs Core Ultra 7 into ultralight chassis

The title for the world's lightest laptop now goes to the brand-new Fujitsu FMV UX-K3, which reportedly makes few compromises to hit its very low weight. It offers an Intel Core Ultra 7, a 14-inch display and a wide selection of p...

Hannes Brecher, 20 Oct 2025 05:02

The Miyoo Mini Flip in one of its multiple launch colours. (Image source: Miyoo)

Miyoo Mini Flip: New pocketable gaming handheld released with Game Boy Advance SP looks, improved hinge mechanism and Onion OS support

The Miyoo Mini Flip is the latest clamshell retro gaming handheld to hit the market after releases from Anbernic, Powkiddy and Miyoo earlier this year. Sporting a more pocketable form factor, the Miyoo Mini Flip is said to feature...

Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 05:00

HTC has already revealed its new Wildfire gaming smartphone at a tech expo (Image source: @hkyamane)

HTC Wildfire: New gaming smartphone with 5,600mAh battery and 50MP camera appears

HTC is apparently preparing to launch a brand-new gaming smartphone very soon, as the new device in the Wildfire series was already on display at a trade show. The handset should offer strong specs including a 5,600mAh battery and...

Hannes Brecher, 20 Oct 2025 04:56

A screengrab of Marc Alexis Cote (image source: BAFTA YT)

Assassin’s Creed ex-boss claims his exit wasn’t voluntary as claimed: “Ubisoft asked me to step aside”

Marc-Alexis Côté, the longtime executive producer of Assassin’s Creed, said in a LinkedIn post that his October departure was involuntary, with Ubisoft asking him to step aside and reassign franchise leadership to fit a new organi...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 20 Oct 2025 03:43

A screengrab from the Arc Raiders playtest (image source: SteamDB)

Arc Raiders’ Server Slam playtest draws a mammoth 190K players ahead of launch

Embark Studios’ Server Slam playtest for Arc Raiders, which ran from October 17 as the final free weekend before the October 30 launch, peaked at 189,668 concurrent players on Steam.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 20 Oct 2025 03:29

Asus ROG Xbox Ally gaming handhelds launch banner (Image source: screenshot, Xbox Gaming YouTube)

Xbox President says Asus set ROG Xbox Ally price, but confusion over gaming handheld persists

Sarah Bond has tried to clear up misconceptions about ROG Xbox Ally pricing. A new interview addresses why Asus made many of the decisions with MSRPs and specs. Some buyers would have preferred a new Xbox console that was more com...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Oct 2025 01:17

The Casio G-Shock DW-6935-4 on the right, and the DW-5635-9 on the left, pictured. (Image source: G-Central)

The $11,000 Casio G-Shock mystery: Inside the fake limited-edition scandal

CheckMag Ultra-rare Casio G-Shock watches from NIGO's 2018 collaboration are now commanding $11,000+ on secondary markets, but authentication is nearly impossible. With only 35 pieces made and no official verification system, collectors ar...

Anubhav Sharma, 20 Oct 2025 00:29

The OnePlus 15 in one of its launch colours. (Image source: OnePlus - edited)

OnePlus 15: Global model stars in early benchmark before rumoured November release

The OnePlus 15 has reared its head on its way to being released globally. Rumoured to be lining up next month, the global model will start out with 12 GB of RAM, which OnePlus complements with Qualcomm's powerful Snapdragon 8 Elit...

Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 00:05

In a comparison test between the compact Vivo X300 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the latter doesn't fare well. (Image source: Weibo)

Zeiss camera of the compact Vivo X300 outclasses Galaxy S25 Ultra despite smaller 200 MP sensor

Samsung is finding it increasingly difficult to keep up with the cameras of its Chinese competitors, even if the hardware is weaker on paper. This is evident from a recent comparison of some photos with the Vivo X300 base model, w...

Alexander Fagot, 19 Oct 2025 22:04

iPhone 17 Pro (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro: One of the most compact flagship phones is getting heavier and heavier

The iPhone 17 Pro weighs a hefty 7.27 oz, even though it has a relatively small 6.3-inch display. Can we still consider it compact, and was the switch to aluminum a good idea?

Daniel Schmidt, 19 Oct 2025 21:37

The Ricoh GR Kamera of the Realme GT 8 Pro is similar to the Oppo Find X9 Pro's camera (Image source: Weibo)

Realme GT 8 Pro: Ricoh GR camera similar to Oppo Find X9 Pro won't beat the Hasselblad flagship

Realme recently shared many detailed specs of the Realme GT8 Pro's cameras, battery, chassis and audio system. It also provided a software update promise for Realme UI 7. Regarding the Ricoh GR camera, the specs are very similar t...

Alexander Fagot, 19 Oct 2025 20:54

The GameMT EX8 will have a 3:2 aspect ratio. (Image source: Nittrx)

Video teaser for GameMT EX8 handheld reveals a 3:2 aspect ratio and a Helio G99 processor

A teaser video for the GameMT EX8 has appeared online, and it reveals key details of a 3:2 handheld. The upcoming handheld will be going up against the Ayaneo Pocket Micro and the Powkiddy RGB50 when it launches.

Habeeb Onawole, 19 Oct 2025 20:22

The GameMT E3 Vigor has been shown in three colours so far. (Image source: GameMT)

GameMT E3 Vigor: New retro gaming handheld debuts with square display to rival Anbernic and Powkiddy

GameMT has started teasing the E3 Vigor, a new horizontal gaming handheld with a square display. Showcased in three colours, the GameMT E3 Vigor should rival recent handhelds like the Anbernic RG CubeXX, Powkiddy RGB30 and the ZPG...

Alex Alderson, 19 Oct 2025 20:00

HP OmniBook 5 14 is one of the least expensive laptops with OLED, but there's a catch

The sharp OLED screen and P3 colors are some of the nicest features of the Omnibook 5 14 even if brightness, resolution, and refresh rate are average.

Allen Ngo, 19 Oct 2025 19:56

Asus ROG Xbox Ally running Xbox 360 emulator (Image source: Xbox Wire, Asus with edits)

Microsoft may release Xbox 360 emulator for Windows to market ROG Xbox Ally to console gamers

The ROG Xbox Ally leaves behind some Xbox games exclusive to Microsoft’s consoles. The company may turn to an Xbox 360 emulator for PCs to enhance its backward compatibility. New Xbox consoles in development with AMD could also su...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Oct 2025 19:47

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X: Currently the most comfortable gaming handheld on the market

Asus's gaming handheld is polarizing in its unusual design, but the new grips are extremely comfortable. Anyone who has used the new ROG Xbox Ally X once will certainly not want to go back to a traditional handheld design.

Andreas Osthoff, 19 Oct 2025 18:24

A picture of Sledgehammer Games co-founder Glen Schofield (image source: IMDB)

Ex-Modern Warfare director fears Call of Duty could lose its identity under Microsoft's ownership

Former Sledgehammer Games co-founder and ex-Modern Warfare director Glen Schofield warned that Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard could dilute Call of Duty’s creative identity, citing cultural assimilation, changes to ...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 19 Oct 2025 17:23

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