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From left to right (pictured), the Casio AQS820W-3BV, AQS820W-5AV, and AQS820W-1AV. (Image source: Casio)

Casio's new affordable AQS820 watches with Tough Solar arrive in the US

Casio’s AQS820W hybrid solar-powered watches are now available in the US for $55.95. With 100m water resistance and solid basics, all three color options are listed as in stock - but with limited availability.

Anubhav Sharma, 23 May 2025 21:38

The Samsung Galaxy A26, Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy A smartphones in 2025: Galaxy A56, A36, A26 and A16 in comparison

CheckMag While Samsung has streamlined its mid-range smartphone lineup in recent years, the company still offers many different devices in that price range. Therefore, we take a closer look at the differences by comparing the Galaxy A06, A...

Daniel Schmidt, 23 May 2025 21:37

The Oppo A5x 5G smartphone comes in midnight blue and laser white color options (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo A5x 5G: Oppo’s new budget range smartphone debuts with Dimensity 6300 SoC

Oppo has introduced its latest affordable 5G smartphone, the A5x, in India. Oppo’s new budget-range smartphone features a 120 Hz display, a Dimensity 6300 processor, 4GB of RAM, up to 128 GB internal storage, and a large 6,000 mAh...

Abhinav Fating, 23 May 2025 20:32

Microsoft's Surface Laptop 13 and Surface Pro 12 (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft's bold move: Expensive Surface Laptop 13 now ships without a charger

It’s a well known fact that many smartphones don’t come with a charger included in the box. Microsoft is now following suit and ships the new Surface Laptop 13 and Surface Pro 12 without a suitable power adapter, at least in Europ...

Andreas Osthoff, 23 May 2025 19:32

Pictured: the SL3800 Audi, SL5800 Audi RS, and PL4800 Audi Sport Edition. (Image source: Vertagear)

The PL4800 Audi Sport Edition is a $700 gaming chair from Vertagear

Vertagear is collaborating with Audi to design a collection of high-end gaming chairs featuring design components from the German automaker. The chairs are already available for preorder although shipping doesn't start till mid-Ju...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 23 May 2025 19:18

The Mini 5 Pro may launch with propeller guards, unlike recent Mini-series models. (Image source: via DroneXL)

DJI Mini 5 Pro: New sub-250 g drone revealed ahead of schedule with huge battery gains

The DJI Mini 5 Pro has taken a step closer to release after being spotted in test flights earlier this month. Now, the new sub-250 g drone has appeared at a US regulatory body with a significantly larger battery than the current M...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 19:10

Turkmenistan's oil refineries from a Battlefield game. (Image source: temporyal on X)

Battlefield 6 leak: Free-to-play battle royale mode allows eliminated players to help teammates with drones, turrets, cameras

Dataminers have found that Battlefield 6 will have a battle royale mode with some interesting and unique features. It is said to be the remaster of “Operation Firestorm” from Battlefield V.

Vineet Washington, 23 May 2025 18:57

The Sharge Dot Matrix Screen Charger is now available in China. (Image source: Sharge)

Sharge releases new unusual Dot Matrix Screen Charger

Sharge has launched two new accessories in China, 100W and 140W versions of the Dot Matrix Screen Charger. As indicated by the name, the product has a dot matrix display on one side, showing charging information. Each variant offe...

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2025 18:45

The Casio BGA-10 series watches, like the BGA-10-7A (above), are coming to more European countries. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock color-changing watches coming to more countries

Casio has listed four new G-Shock BGA-10 watches at its online stores in European countries, such as the Netherlands, Spain, and Germany. These Baby-G watches have an unusual color-changing design feature and are water resistant t...

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2025 18:38

The $99 Keypad Vision (pictured) lets you unlock the SwitchBot Lock Ultra with your face. (Image source: SwitchBot)

SwitchBot's new vision keypad brings face ID to the Lock Ultra

The SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision combo is a retrofit smartlock with "iPhone-grade" facial recognition. The home automation company has also launched the 3rd-gen SwitchBot Hub which now features a programmable dial.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 23 May 2025 18:37

The TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Stopwatch is a limited edition timepiece. (Image source: TAG Heuer)

TAG Heuer launches new limited edition Monaco Chronograph Stopwatch

The TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Stopwatch, a limited edition timepiece, is now available worldwide. This model has a vintage-inspired design with the signature left-sided crown and various sub-dials. It is a premium watch with a ...

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2025 18:33

Asus' first 540 Hz WOLED gaming monitor will have a TrueBlack Glossy coating like the ROG Strix OLED XG32UCWMG pictured here. (Image source: Asus)

4,000 nits and 540 Hz: Asus shares details about future gaming monitor sporting new Tandem RGB OLED panel

Asus has shared early details about a new ultra-fast OLED gaming monitor. Scheduled for release before the end of the year, the new ROG Strix or ROG Swift model will be an early example of LG Display's Tandem RGB OLED panel techno...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 18:22

Vivo Pad 5 primed to launch soon as premium Android tablet

Vivo asserts that its next new Android tablet will launch with "really fast, really cool, real flagship" specs - even if some of those are slightly less than up to date. The Pad 5 may indeed make for a more cost-effective alternat...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2025 18:15

A raider in combat with an Arc enemy. (Image source: Steam)

Arc Raiders may release early next month, or at least have a release date announcement

Arc Raiders fans have something to look forward to as June 6 marks an important date for the extraction shooter. Coinciding with Summer Game Fest, the developers may share a release date for the game or even better, release the ga...

Vineet Washington, 23 May 2025 18:10

The HackberryPi_CM5 builds on last year's model with more powerful internals. (Image source: ZitaoTech)

HackberryPi_CM5: New Raspberry Pi project transforms popular SBC into Cyberdeck and retro handheld

The HackberryPi_CM5 is a new project builds on the older HackberryPi that debuted last year. Replacing the Raspberry Pi Zero 2W with the more powerful Compute Module 5, the HackberryPi_CM5 creates a portable Linux computer thanks ...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 18:06

The Flex G is anticipated to contain the panel that Samsung will use inside the Galaxy G Fold. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Rumours of a limited tri-fold release indicate Samsung has little confidence in the foldable smartphone market

There has been plenty of talk lately about Samsung releasing a challenger to the Huawei Mate XT this year. Recent suggestions that Samsung's first tri-fold will only be available in China and South Korea are the latest in a line o...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 17:59

Switch 2 Joy-Cons pictured above gaming mouse (Image source: Nintendo of America, Logitech with edits)

Some Nintendo Switch 2 games will support a USB mouse instead of ergonomically-challenged Joy-Cons

Mouse mode in certain Switch 2 games will support more than Joy-Cons. A Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening demo explained how a USB-connected mouse is also an option. Ergonomic mice should be more comfortable to hold than the stock Sw...

Adam Corsetti, 23 May 2025 17:45

Vivo S30 Pro Mini officially slated to debut as new Hello Kitty smartphone

The S30 Pro Mini has now been officially outed as the world's first Vivo x Hello Kitty smartphone. It is slated to debut alongside a less compact sibling and Sanrio Family Series Gift Boxes as a new flat-screened handset later in ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2025 17:42

Supposed references to Resident Evil 9 in Resident Evil 4 remake tribute video. (Image source: PVCFork3 on X)

Resident Evil 9 will be a third person game, originally developed as an open-world multiplayer title

Resident Evil 9 is shaping up to be much more than just another RE game. The leaks and rumors point towards a major overhaul and a third-person perspective, possibly with an optional first-person mode.

Vineet Washington, 23 May 2025 17:32

2026 Model X refresh front bumper camera (Image source: The Kilowatts/X)

2026 Model X/S facelift spy shots reveal new blue color along with front bumper cameras and ambient lighting

The 2026 Model X and Model S release date is fast approaching, and Tesla has been caught testing the new S/X out and about. Spy shots of the Model X facelift's interior have now surfaced, too.

Daniel Zlatev, 23 May 2025 17:14

Unofficial render of Galaxy Watch8 Classic with a rotating bezel. (Image source: OnLeaks & SammyGuru)

Galaxy Watch8 series said to use the same SoC as Watch7

Along with the charging speeds, the SoC will also remain unchanged for the new Galaxy Watch8 series. It seems like Samsung is sticking with the Exynos W1000 chip for its new smartwatches.

Vineet Washington, 23 May 2025 16:50

ASRock showcases DeskMini Q870 PSU-sized mini PC with desktop-grade Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor

ASRock introduced the Mini-STX form-factor back in 2017 with not much success. The standard is back again with the imminent launch of the DeskMini Q870 models that are roughly the size of an ATX PSU and feature support for desktop...

Bogdan Solca, 23 May 2025 16:47

Epic Games Store fans decipher cryptic Mystery Game giveaway clues ahead of time

The Epic Games Store has just started a new round of giveaways in the middle of its Mega Sale 2025. The storefront has also published a new round of teasers for its next Mystery Game giveaway, which fans and a certain leaker have ...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 16:16

An Electric Scooter 5. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 5 Plus tipped to launch globally soon

Xiaomi's fifth-gen Electric Scooter range has even more to offer in 2025, according to a new leak. Its latest Plus variant has reportedly been approved for use outside China. It might be in line for a streamlined, foldable e-scoot...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2025 15:53

Deal | GOG is now giving away a classic strategy game for free until May 29

Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War is now free to claim on GOG until May 29, 2025. Originally released in 1999, this classic turn-based strategy game is returning as part of GOG's preservation program.

Anubhav Sharma, 23 May 2025 15:53

The Casio DW-H5600-1CR digital watch features solar-assisted charging (Image source: Casio)

Deal | Casio’s G-Shock fitness watch with solar charging gets huge 37% discount on Amazon

Casio’s fitness-focused G-Shock Move DW-H5600-1CR watch is now available at just $188.37, thanks to a huge 37% discount on its list price. The digital watch has a shock-resistant, rugged construction, solar charging, Bluetooth con...

Abhinav Fating, 23 May 2025 15:34

Amazfit’s new Balance 2 smartwatch could arrive in the US in the next couple of months. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch could be launching in the US soon

An Amazfit representative has suggested roughly when the new Balance 2 smartwatch could be launched in the US. It follows recent comments from C-level executives from parent company Zepp Health regarding upcoming product launches....

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2025 15:33

The Garmin Sleep Band is said to be an alternative to the Whoop 5.0, pictured. (Image source: Whoop)

Details of new Garmin wearable leak with focus on sleep tracking

Garmin has just released a trio of wearables globally. Nonetheless, a well-informed source has shared initial details about a new Garmin aimed to take on the Whoop 5.0. Referred to as the Garmin Sleep Band for now, the source has ...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 15:31

Even the Windows version of the Legion Go S can officially run SteamOS with the rollout of v3.7.8. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Valve releases major new SteamOS update with Asus ROG Ally, Lenovo Legion Go and Legion Go S support

Valve has finally released SteamOS 3.7 to its stable software branch. Available as SteamOS 3.7.8, the new update adds official support for the Lenovo Legion Go S while also offering integration across the Legion Go and the Asus RO...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 15:28

The Tapo H110 IR Remote Control (hub pictured) has been released in Europe. (Image source: TP-Link)

TP-Link Tapo H110 smart universal remote now available in Europe

TP-Link has launched the Tapo H110 IR Remote Control in various European countries. This Matter-compatible infrared hub allows users to connect regular devices like air conditioners with other smart home products. The system is sa...

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2025 15:26

The Baseus Power Bank 100W 10000mAh Energeek GR11 will be released in Europe. (Image source: Baseus)

New Baseus 100W power bank with built-in cable coming to more countries

Baseus is about to launch the new Power Bank 100W 10000mAh Energeek GR11 in some European countries. This portable charging accessory was released in China earlier this year. Its features include an built-in USB-C cable alongside ...

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2025 15:17

The soundcore V40i earbuds come with a transparent charging case (pictured). (Image source: CellphoneS)

New Anker soundcore V40i earbuds with transparent charging case appear

The soundcore V40i open-ear earbuds are rumored to be coming soon to the US. The product has also been spotted in support-related YouTube videos, in the release notes for an app update and at a Vietnamese retailer. Features are sa...

Polly Allcock, 23 May 2025 15:12

The Witcher Trilogy is 88% off on Steam until May 25 – cheaper than ever before. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Fantasy epic at lowest price ever: RPG trilogy with 800K+ positive reviews now 88% off on Steam

Epic tales, impactful choices and one of the most iconic fantasy worlds in gaming history: The Witcher Trilogy brings together all three main titles of the acclaimed series – now available on Steam with an 88% discount at its best...

Marius Müller, 23 May 2025 15:02

The Infinix Xpad GT is available to pre-order in Malaysia at ≈$402. Pictured: a promo picture of the gaming tablet. (Image source: Infinix - edited)

Xpad GT: Infinix launches new affordable gaming tablet with 13-inch 144 Hz display

Infinix has launched a new affordable gaming tablet, the Xpad GT. It features an old flagship SoC, the Snapdragon 888, which is paired with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. The launch price in Malaysia is MYR 1,699, about $402.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 May 2025 14:47

Grow A Garden surpasses 5 million concurrent players on Roblox. (Image source: Google Play)

Unbelievable record: Free Roblox game hits 5 million concurrent players – more than any game on Steam

Grow A Garden is a relaxing farming game that has taken Roblox by storm. Created in just three days by a teenager, it reached over 5 million concurrent players – more than double the peak player count of Counter-Strike 2.

Marius Müller, 23 May 2025 14:44

Until May 29, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is available on Steam at 50% off – its lowest price yet. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Best Steam price yet: 130-hour CRPG drops to all-time low

If you're into classic CRPGs with tactical combat and plenty of player choice, there's an interesting deal on Steam right now: Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is 50% off for the first time, bringing the price down to just $25.

Marius Müller, 23 May 2025 14:41

120 W wired charging is expected to return for the successor to last year's Redmi K70 Extreme Edition. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi K80 Ultra spotted with new 120 W Xiaomi charger before release

The Redmi K80 Ultra is expected to be the Redmi K80 series' final release before Xiaomi movies onto its first Redmi K90 models before the end of the year. A new leak has highlighted the Redmi K80 Ultra will also showcase a new Xia...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 14:20

The Vision Pro is off to a tepid start but Apple works on smart glasses. (Image source: Apple)

Apple set to release stylish smart glasses as it works on AirPods with camera

The stylish, lightweight AR glasses that Apple shelved while developing the Vision Pro are back in the release menu. The new glasses will reportedly be more elegant than Meta's Ray-Ban set.

Daniel Zlatev, 23 May 2025 14:19

The Panasonic W95 Series 75-inch TV runs Amazon's FireOS. (Image source: Panasonic/Amazon, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Bright Panasonic W95A 75-inch Mini LED TV sees huge 65% price drop

The 75-inch Panasonic W95A 4K Mini LED TV is now enjoying a mammoth discount on Amazon, dropping to the lowest price ever. With Mini LED backlighting, VRR support, and superb contrast, the Panasonic W95A is a steal at the currentl...

Fawad Murtaza, 23 May 2025 14:09

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G (image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G: The king of the mid-range may be faltering

The Samsung Galaxy A56 features lots of updates, which include new AI functions. Aside from a faster SoC and brighter display, Samsung has additionally given its phone faster charging as well as dual-eSIM support. Is this enough?

Daniel Schmidt, 23 May 2025 13:59

Xiaomi isn't planning on introducing devices with Xring SoCs to the international market at this time. Pictured: the Xring O1 SoC. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi shares bad news on global availability of Xring O1-powered 15S Pro and Pad 7 Ultra

The Xiaomi 15S Pro and Pad 7 Ultra launched as the first devices powered by the in-house Xring O1. While they stand as solid competitors against Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered alternatives, they will remain China-exclusive for now.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 May 2025 13:14

The Retroid Pocket 4 Pro can run a variety of games from retro consoles. (Image source: Retroid)

Deal | Retroid slashes Pocket 4 Pro price to $149 in celebration of 618 shopping festival

Thanks to a month-long promotion, the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro is available to buy at a significantly discounted price. The 2023 Android gaming handheld can run emulated games from a variety of consoles including the PS2, PSP, Nintend...

Habeeb Onawole, 23 May 2025 13:08

The Samsung Galaxy ZFold 6. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Z Flip7 FE demo units reportedly underway ahead of rumored July debut

Samsung is expected to launch three new foldable smartphones in July. A tipster has now claimed that demo units of the Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Z Flip7 FE have entered production.

Huzefa Baloch, 23 May 2025 12:37

The BioShock Collection is available on Steam. (Image source: 2K Games)

New BioShock game reveal looks imminent as 2K is reportedly gearing up for an announcement

A new BioShock game might soon be unveiled. According to a new rumor posted online, publisher 2K Games is reportedly preparing an announcement about the BioShock franchise. While we don't know the nature of the announcement yet, i...

Fawad Murtaza, 23 May 2025 12:33

The Xiaomi 15S Pro starts at $949 on Giztop. Pictured: the phone. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xring O1-powered Xiaomi 15S Pro goes global via import

The Xiaomi 15S Pro has made its official debut in China, and the company has recently revealed that it currently doesn't have plans to launch the Xring O1 flagship phone in the global market. However, it's now available internatio...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 May 2025 12:26

The Casio MTG-B2000YBD-2AJF (pictured) comes with shock resistance, 200-meter water resistance, solar charging, and Multi-Band 6 radio syncing. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock MTG-B2000YBD-2AJF with carbon bezel now available to buy

Casio’s premium MTG-B2000YBD-2AJF is now available to buy in Japan. It sports a carbon bezel, Bluetooth connectivity, solar charging, and a dual-core guard structure, priced at ¥181,500 (~$1,250).

Anubhav Sharma, 23 May 2025 11:27

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