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YouTuber StyroPyro presents the "world's strongest handheld laser". (Image source: StyroPyro via YouTube)

“World's strongest handheld laser” – powerful enough to melt titanium

With Laser 2025, YouTuber StyroPyro unveils what he claims to be the world’s most powerful handheld laser. Built from scratch, the device delivers an output of 250 watts – enough to melt titanium, create synthetic rubies and even ...

Marius Müller, 04 Jun 2025 14:02

The extremely compact Bluefox NX1 comes with a screen measuring just 4 inches diagonally. (Image source: Bluefox)

Bluefox NX1: Tiny smartphone with 4-inch display and 3,000 mAh battery is smaller than Apple iPhone 5

The Bluefox NX1 is a truly pint-sized smartphone sporting a 4-inch display with a Dynamic Island-style feature, all housed within a slim 4.9 cm-wide body. Despite the phone’s remarkably small size, Bluefox managed to fit a 3,000 m...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 14:00

This limited-time sale will expire on June 16, 2025. Pictured: the game running on the Steam Deck. (Image source: Steam - edited)

Deal | New all-time low: Steam sale brings open-world survival game down to just $1.99

A limited-time Steam sale has brought Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing in Disguise down to a new all-time low price. This open-world survival horror generally goes for $39.99, but thanks to the discount, it dropped to $1.99.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Jun 2025 13:31

The Smart Band 10 should launch globally with a sandblasted aluminium frame and a TPU strap. (Image source: via XpertPick)

Xiaomi Smart Band 10 revealed in early leaks with modernised design and modest pricing

The launch of the long-awaited Xiaomi Smart Band 10 appears to be on the horizon. While Xiaomi is remaining quiet about its new fitness tracker, a substantial leak has revealed not only the Smart Band 10's design but also many of ...

Alex Alderson, 04 Jun 2025 13:23

New Steam twin-stick roguelike shooting game lets you weaponize the environment - now out of Early Access

Galactic Glitch has finally quit early access with physics-driven roguelike gameplay and a gravity gun that lets you weaponize the environment. Now 35% off on Steam until June 17 at only $9.74.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Jun 2025 13:07

Subnautica 2 will let players team up with their friends. Or they can take the plunge solo. (Image Source: Unknown Worlds)

"You can still dive into Subnautica 2 as a solo player,” dev shares info on co-op

According to the latest Q&A video, Subnautica 2 is primarily being designed as a single-player experience - just like the original one. However, as previously revealed, the sequel will feature a multiplayer mode that will let you ...

Nitisha Upadhye, 04 Jun 2025 12:39

The new Redmi gaming tablet will be Redmi's most premium tablet yet. Pictured - Redmi Pad 2 4G (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi's 8.8-inch flagship gaming tablet gets certified ahead of impending launch

After announcing the Redmi Pad 2 days ago, Xiaomi has set its sights on a more premium tablet. This tablet, still unnamed, will be a compact gaming tablet drawing parallels with the iPad mini 7, and a direct competitor to the Leno...

Ricci Rox, 04 Jun 2025 12:12

MSI introduces two GeForce RTX 5060 models for SFF computers. (Image source: MSI)

Two tiny MSI GeForce RTX 5060 models announced for compact gaming and creator PCs

MSI has unveiled two tiny GeForce RTX 5060 graphics cards: the Cyclone and Inspire. Despite their single-fan design, both models promise relatively high boost clocks, making them ideal for ultra-small form factor gaming rigs and c...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 12:10

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is said to have a much thinner body. (Image source: @OnLeaks / Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 supports Qi2 for the first time, but with restrictions

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has already been certified by the Wireless Power Consortium, which means that the next-generation flagship foldable supports Qi2, unlike its direct predecessor. However, the best feature of Qi2 is not su...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 12:07

Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 in comparison with RTX 5090 laptops. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

RTX 5090 laptops in comparison: Where does the Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 rank?

Yet again another laptop with an RTX 5090, namely Gigabyte's Aorus Master 16. This brings the total of reviewed gaming laptops with the 5090 to over 10. Which is the most powerful of them all and where does the Master 16 rank?

Christian Hintze, 04 Jun 2025 12:05

Fiber optic cables can also be used to create works of art. (Image source: Pexels/Georgie Devlin)

World record: New type of fiber optic cable achieves data transfer rate of 1 petabit per second over long distances

A team of researchers recently set a new world record for data transmission via fiber optics. A cable with 19 glass cores achieved a data transfer rate of around 1 petabit per second over a distance of almost 2,000 kilometers.

Alexander Pensler, 04 Jun 2025 11:59

The first smartphone from NxtQuantum is set to be a low-cost AI smartphone. (Image source: GSMArena)

Leak reveals NxtQuantum's first smartphone with AI features and a decent price tag

Madhav Sheth, the former head of Realme and Honor in India, is expected to finally unveil the first smartphone of his newly established company in June. A new preview image of the NxtQuantum AI+ Nova 2 5G has surfaced, along with ...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 11:57

The Amazfit Helio Strap HYROX Edition (pictured) has been unveiled. (Image source: Amazfit, edited)

Amazfit officially reveals Helio Strap with new BioCharge metric

The Amazfit Helio Strap is now official, with the company posting content about its new wearable on social media. There is also a recent blog post which outlines some of the features of the Helio Strap HYROX Edition. These include...

Polly Allcock, 04 Jun 2025 11:54

The Elder Scrolls Online takes place before the events of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. (Image source: Bethesda, Steam, edited)

Deal | Just $4.99 after 75% Steam discount: "Very Positive" rated MMORPG with adventure-filled open world is discounted for short time

The Elder Scrolls Online, Bethesda's long-running MMORPG, is enjoying a pretty hefty discount on Steam. Retailing at a 75% discount, The Elder Scrolls Online promises memorable adventures and hundreds of hours of playtime for just...

Fawad Murtaza, 04 Jun 2025 11:45

The Honor Magic V3. (Image Source: Alexander Wätzel)

Honor Magic V5: Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version and other key specs of imminent foldable revealed in new leaks

Honor will launch its Magic V5 flagship foldable phone this month. Ahead of that, the Magic V5 has visited Geekbench, confirming the presence of a Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version and 16 GB of RAM.

Ricci Rox, 04 Jun 2025 11:39

The new tougher Starlink Performance Kit dish. (Image source: SpaceX)

First Starlink dish for gigabit Internet speeds is a tougher Performance kit that withstands landing rocket vibrations

SpaceX has announced a new, tougher Starlink Performance dish that can survive vibrations from a landing rocket and offers gigabit satellite Internet speeds. The Starlink gigabit plan upgrades will arrive in 2026.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Jun 2025 11:13

The Google Pixel 10 will feature the same 5G modem at the Pixel 9 shown here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel 10: Tensor G5 will stick with the same Exynos modem found on the Tensor G4

A new leak reveals the Google Tensor G5 will not launch with a MediaTek modem as previously speculated. Instead, it will use the same Exynos modem found on its last-gen counterpart.

Anil Ganti, 04 Jun 2025 10:53

Subnautica 2 will primarily be a single-player experience, and players can opt for co-op. (Image Source: Unknown Worlds)

Subnautica 2 early access planned for PC and Xbox, drops on Game Pass on day one

In a recent Q&A video, the Creative Director for the game revealed that early access will be rolled out on PC and Xbox, with support for other platforms coming in later. While it is confirmed that early access will be available la...

Nitisha Upadhye, 04 Jun 2025 10:39

With the latest patch, dozens of QoL fixes and UI improvements have been added to PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. (Image Source: Bethesda)

Gone Fission: Fallout 76’s new update lets players fish

Fallout 76’s latest update, ‘Gone Fission,’ has added fishing - complete with bait, weather effects, Axolotls, and Fish Bits. Plus, the new update has introduced Season 21 rewards and converted old Season Tickets into Gold Bullion...

Nitisha Upadhye, 04 Jun 2025 09:07

Divinity: Original Sin 2 has been heavily discounted on Steam (image source: Steam)

Deal | “One of the most captivating role-playing games ever made”— Turn-based RPG with Overwhelmingly Positive reviews gets 70% discount on Steam

As a part of Steam's ongoing Turn-Based Thursday Fest, Divinity: Original Sin 2 has been heavily discounted on Steam. The 2017 game from Larian Studios can now be bought for $13.49

Anil Ganti, 04 Jun 2025 08:46

The Gaming Tablet 3 Pro has a screen-to-body ratio of 90.1%. Pictured: the tab. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic pits compactness of its new gaming tablet against Legion Tab and iPad Mini

The RedMagic Gaming Tablet 3 Pro is set to debut in China on June 11, 2025. Ahead of the launch, the company highlighted how compact the new pad is compared to the iPad mini and the newly launched Legion Tab.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Jun 2025 08:36

Nitecore's new EDC flashlight is easy to hold (Image source: Andreas Sebayang/Notebookcheck.com)

Nitecore EDC37: New flashlight offers 8,000 lumens, OLED display, long battery life and USB-C

Nitecore has unveiled a new high-end model in its compact flashlight lineup called the EDC series. Featuring two main LEDs surrounded by eight smaller LEDs, the EDC37 can get exceptionally bright, while a status display provides i...

Andreas Sebayang, 04 Jun 2025 08:26

The Vivo X Fold 5 will be lighter than the Vivo X Fold 3 pictured here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Vivo X Fold 5 teaser hints at yet another ultra-lightweight foldable

Vivo has shown off one of its upcoming foldable smartphones. Like the Vivo X Fold 3 that came before it, the Vivo X Fold 5 will be one of the lightest foldable smartphones to launch this generation

Anil Ganti, 04 Jun 2025 06:43

Samsung appears to be talking about a new book-style foldable rather its rumoured tri-fold. (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Galaxy Z Fold: Samsung teases new wider foldable offering an 'Ultra experience'

Samsung has dropped some pretty strong hints that it is something 'Ultra' up its sleeve for its summer Galaxy Unpacked event. Evidently, a new book-style foldable to replace the Galaxy Z Fold6, the Galaxy Z Fold' Ultra' appears to...

Alex Alderson, 04 Jun 2025 05:00

The Bing mobile app gains the Bing Video Creator feature, enabling users to create videos from text prompts. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft adds Bing Video Creator to its Bing mobile app

Microsoft has integrated Bing Video Creator into its Bing mobile app, enabling users to create free AI-generated videos from text prompts using a modified version of OpenAI's Sora AI. The tool struggles to follow prompts and gener...

David Chien, 04 Jun 2025 04:26

Cubic Odyssey screenshot with space cruiser against a gas cloud

Ambitious new open-world survivalcraft game with free Steam demo is like space Minecraft with intergalactic pirates

Cubic Odyssey launched on Steam in mid-May as a new co-op 3D survivalcraft game that blends Minecraft with a space colony sim, FPS gunplay, and a Star Wars-like land speeders. There is currently a free Steam demo to try Cubic Odys...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Jun 2025 01:34

The developers of Halide show what iPhone apps could look like on iOS 26 (Image source: Lux)

Apple iPhone: iOS 26 design changes imagined in impressive images

With iOS 26, Apple is expected to announce a brand-new user interface for the iPhone in just a few days time. Lux, the developers of the popular camera app Halide, have now demonstrated how sleek iPhone apps could soon look if the...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 01:20

iFixit's reevaluation of the Nintendo Switch has resulted in a lower repairability score. (Source: iFixit)

iFixit rescores the original Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED

Ahead of the Switch 2's release, iFixit has decided to reevaluate the score of the original Nintendo Switch and its siblings. Citing an improved scoring criteria and the release of more handhelds in recent years, Nintendo's handhe...

Habeeb Onawole, 04 Jun 2025 01:08

All 5 watches in the Casio Black and Bold Red Series pictured in the image. (Image source: Casio)

Casio G-Shock Black and Bold Red watches now available to buy in the US with prices ranging from $99 to $150

Casio's Black and Bold Red G-Shock series is now purchasable in the US, including five models with red displays and matte black builds. Prices range from $99 to $150 on Casio’s official store.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Jun 2025 00:49

Best Buy Switch 2 display (Image source: Apple Snob X account)

Best Buy Switch 2 release date plans include system to stop scalpers and no online console sales

Just before its June 5th release date, final Switch 2 launch plans are coming into focus. Best Buy will distribute tickets to buyers without a console and allow customers to collect pre-orders. Gamers must shop in person, as only ...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Jun 2025 23:38

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro might be powered by a 2nm ARM processor (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold rumored to get performance boost from 2nm Apple A20 SoC with integrated RAM

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Fold might receive a significant performance and efficiency boost thanks to the rumored Apple A20 chipset. Recent rumors suggest two major upgrades for Apple's next-generati...

Hannes Brecher, 03 Jun 2025 23:27

The budget-friendly S-X1 drone is equipped with a GPS module (Image source: LSRC)

LSRC S-X1: Cheap GPS drone costs just $128

The S-X1 is a new and very affordable drone that’s equipped with a GPS module, which should make it easy to handle even for beginners. It also comes with a controller with a built-in display, but there are probably some significan...

Silvio Werner, 03 Jun 2025 23:11

The Microcam X1 can be used as a microscope (Image source: Littpopo)

MicroCam X1: Compact 4K camera with 400x microscope now orderable

The X1 is a new camera for macro photography, but it also works as a microscope. It’s equipped with various lenses and a built-in display, but images can also be viewed on a larger screen.

Silvio Werner, 03 Jun 2025 22:46

Xiaomi's first dedicated gaming tablet is allegeldy in line for a June release, Redmi Pad Pro pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi release plans revealed by leaker with Redmi gaming tablet, Pad 7S Pro, MIX Flip 2 and more devices mentioned

A typically reliable leaker has outlined Xiaomi's upcoming release plans. Allegedly all arriving later this month, the list will likely exceed half a dozen devices when all is said and done. For the time being, the leaker mentions...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2025 22:36

The BlackBerry Classic will be retrofitted with modern internals and be sold as the Zinwa Q25. (Image source: BlackBerry)

BlackBerry Classic/BlackBerry Q20 to get resurrected with new internals and a new name

A Chinese company wants to bring back the BlackBerry Classic/BlackBerry Q20 by retrofitting it with modern hardware. There will also be a conversion kit for those who wish to do their own modding themselves.

Habeeb Onawole, 03 Jun 2025 22:35

TSMC considers multibillion-dollar ‘gigafab’ in the UAE amid US security concerns. Pictured: TSMC's silicon wafer (Image source: TSMC)

TSMC eyes UAE for multibillion-dollar chip gigafab

TSMC is exploring a massive chip fab in the UAE, potentially replicating its $165 billion Arizona complex. But U.S. security concerns and geopolitical tensions may keep the plan grounded—for now.

Nathan Ali, 03 Jun 2025 21:59

PlayStation Stars shutting down: Here is how you can turn your points into games

Sony's PlayStation Stars bonus program is closing its doors, one move at a time, and you need to know how to put your points to use before they are gone for good.

Alexis Stegmann, 03 Jun 2025 21:50

The A15 Pro is an affordable 16-inch notebook with AMD Ryzen 5 APU (Image source: Ninkear)

A15 Pro: Cheap 16-inch laptop sports AMD CPU and 120Hz QHD screen

The Ninkear A15 Pro is now available in a new configuration. This variant comes with a newer but certainly not cutting-edge AMD chipset. It also features a built-in fingerprint sensor and decently sized SSD and RAM. The QHD displa...

Silvio Werner, 03 Jun 2025 21:25

The N713 is a new mini PC with Thunderbolt 4 and USB PD (Image source: Minix)

Minix N713: Core i7-powered mini PC supports four monitors and 96GB of memory

Another Minix mini PC is now available on Amazon. This compact computer features an Intel processor and substantial amount of RAM, while the SSD storage is easily upgradable. The N713 also comes with two Ethernet ports, one of whi...

Silvio Werner, 03 Jun 2025 20:59

Qualcomm has already confirmed that a new Retroid gaming handheld will launch with its Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 silicon. (Image source: Retroid - edited)

Retroid Pocket: Fans decode cryptic teaser as new dual screen clamshell gaming handheld teased with Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 likely

Retroid has posted a cryptic teaser online about a possible future gaming handheld. Arriving after Qualcomm confirmed that a future Retroid gaming handheld would use its Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chipset, fans appear to believe that Ret...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2025 20:57

From injury to recovery: Engineers design self-sensing, self-healing artificial muscle (Image source: Dall-E 3)

Nebraska engineers’ soft-robotic muscle senses and seals punctures in minutes

Husker engineers embed self-awareness and repair into a soft-robotic muscle that locates punctures via liquid-metal sensors, heats a thermoplastic layer to seal wounds in minutes, and then resets for repeated use.

Nathan Ali, 03 Jun 2025 20:26

The version 0.9.0 is now available to download. Pictured: ROG Ally X running the PS4 emulator. (Image source: Sony, Asus, and ShadPS4 - edited)

ShadPS4: PS4 emulator receives a major update

The PlayStation 4 emulator for Windows and other desktop OS, ShadPS4, has been updated to the version 0.9.0. While the PS4 emulation tool is still not stable, the new update brings a major improvement in terms of game compatibilit...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jun 2025 20:20

The Pitaka Aramid Fiber magnetic power bank is available in Aramid Fiber finished moonrise, black, sunset, alien, forest green, and ocean blue colorways (Image source: Pitaka)

Pitaka launches compact Aramid Fiber Magnetic 5,000 mAh power bank with 15 W fast wireless charging

Pitaka has introduced a new magnetic power bank with a sleek aramid fiber design. Pitaka’s thin and lightweight magnetic power bank features a 5,000 mAh capacity and supports fast wireless charging up to 15 W. The portable accesso...

Abhinav Fating, 03 Jun 2025 20:18

From left to right (pictured), we have the Casio GMW-BZ5000D-1 and the GMW-BZ5000GD-9. (Image source: Great G-Shock World)

Casio G-Shock GMW-BZ5000D: Key details regarding upcoming full metal watches revealed amid growing hype

New details on the Casio GMW-BZ5000D confirm it as a Japan-made G-Shock with a bold reverse LCD and major design changes over the original. Two models, silver and gold, are expected by year-end.

Anubhav Sharma, 03 Jun 2025 20:15

The Aorus FO27Q5P features a pair of 5 W speakers, unlike some of its peers. (Image source: Gigabyte)

Aorus FO27Q5P: Release window confirmed for new 500 Hz OLED gaming monitor

Gigabyte is finally almost ready to release the Aorus FO27Q5P, some six months after its initial debut. Built around a 500 Hz OLED panel, the new 27-inch gaming monitor also features Black Frame Insertion (BFI) and OLED anti-flick...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2025 20:11

Nintendo Switch 2 sales display (Image source: Genki X account)

The lack of Switch 2 release date reviews for the console and games explained by Nintendo

Without Switch 2 reviews, gamers worry Nintendo may be seeking to prevent concerning last-minute leaks. The company is already benefiting from furious Switch 2 pre-order sales. However, buying decisions are largely based on Ninten...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Jun 2025 20:02

The upgraded Van Rysel E-GRVL AF HD (pictured) is a 12-speed e-bike. (Image source: Decathlon)

Upgraded Decathlon Van Rysel E-GRVL AF HD e-bike now available

A refreshed version of the Decathlon Van Rysel E-GRVL AF HD Mahle X35 e-bike has been released in several European countries. This is now a 12-speed electric gravel bike, and the display has also been swapped. Features include a c...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jun 2025 20:01

God of War Ragnarok (pictured) was released on PC in September 2024. (Image source: Steam)

God of War spinoff could be a metroidvania game

The God of War franchise is said to get a spinoff that explores a side story. A new leak suggests that this spinoff will be a 2.5D/metroidvania game and may be revealed at State of Play on June 4.

Vineet Washington, 03 Jun 2025 19:48

Baseus’s PicoGo Ultra-Mini Magnetic Power Bank (pictured) will be released in Europe. (Image source: Baseus)

New Baseus Ultra-Mini Qi2 certified Power Bank appears

Baseus is about to release the PicoGo Ultra-Mini Magnetic Power Bank in Europe. Amazon product listings in several countries reveal details about this compact accessory, which is said to be smaller than a credit card. It is Qi2 ce...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jun 2025 19:31

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