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An image of picoRing and the accompanying wristband (Image credit: the researchers; edited)

picoRing: A ring-shaped computer mouse that lasts over a month on one charge

A team of researchers at the University of Tokyo has developed a device called picoRing — an ultra-low-power, ring-based mouse that uses a novel communication method. The researchers say it can endure over a month of continuous us...

Chibuike Okpara, 11 Oct 2025 17:15

The Z80 Ultra will launch on October 22. Pictured: the camera island of the phone. (Image source: Nubia)

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered Nubia Z80 Ultra stars in official photos

The Nubia Z80 Ultra is set to launch in China on October 22, 2025. Ahead of the formal release, the company has showcased its upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship in official photos.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Oct 2025 16:55

The Pixel Watch 2 gets a new update. (Image source: Benedikt Winkel)

New feature for Pixel smartwatch can save money and improve training

The Google Pixel Watch 2 is getting new features as part of a software update. One of these features isn't specifically advertised by Google, but it could still be a significant improvement depending on the intended use.

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 16:24

Nintendo's internal files allegedly compromised in new Crimson Collective breach

Hacking group 'Crimson Collective' now claims to have breached Nintendo, posting internal file lists online. The group also hit Red Hat very recently. Nintendo hasn't acknowledged the attack as of writing.

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Oct 2025 16:05

The Xiaomi Wireless Mouse 3 Comfort Edition comes in four elegant colors. (Image source: Xiaomi China)

The Wireless Mouse 3 Comfort Edition is Xiaomi’s most ergonomic mouse yet

Xiaomi has unveiled the Wireless Mouse 3 Comfort Edition, a more refined version of its earlier model designed for all-day use. It pairs a sculpted, ergonomic body with silent TTC switches and dual-mode connectivity for up to thre...

Kristen Spradlin, 11 Oct 2025 16:02

Solix C2000 Gen 2: New power station from Anker. (Image source: Anker)

Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 to launch soon as durable power station with several connectivity options

Anker has just showcased new power station, the Solix C2000 Gen 2, which is designed to deliver high performance and be able to supply the most demanding consumers with an adequate power supply. True to its namesake, the model als...

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 15:55

Peladn has a new mini PC on offer. (Image source: Peladn)

Peladn mini PC with AMD APU, up to 32 GB RAM and quadruple 4k display support now available

The WO-4 is a new mini PC that is advertised as an all-round system and intended for a number of applications, including gaming. The model comes with an APU from AMD and is available in two configurations.

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 15:36

Image from the game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

The director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 points out that many secrets remain undiscovered

There are still many secrets hidden throughout Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 in various locations in the game. And if you want to find them, you'll need to be patient.

Alexis Stegmann, 11 Oct 2025 15:17

At least the Galaxy S26 Pro will launch in Europe with the Exynos 2600 instead of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. (Image source: TT Technology)

Galaxy S26: At least one Samsung flagship with Exynos 2600 instead of Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 "confirmed"

Samsung fans in Europe will once again have the opportunity to try out an Exynos chipset with the Galaxy S26 family, expected in January 2026 and likely consisting of at least the Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge and Galaxy S26 Ult...

Alexander Fagot, 11 Oct 2025 15:13

The alleged new Casio model will feature a similar design as the GM-2110D-2B (pictured), with a different dial color - most likely beige/brown. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock GM-2110D full-metal watch reportedly launching before the end of 2025

Casio’s GM-2110D G-Shock series is reportedly gaining a new limited edition brown/beige variant for 2025, with a slim metal case and rugged specs. Collectors are tracking upcoming releases closely.

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Oct 2025 14:57

RedMagic 11 Pro will pair the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with the Red Core R4 gaming chipset. Pictured: a promo picture of the phone. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic shares gaming highlights of its upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship phone

The RedMagic 11 Pro is set to launch on October 17, 2025, as a new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship that's geared for gaming. Recently, the company shared the design of the phone, and now, it has teased some core gaming features ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Oct 2025 14:50

Mijia Smart Water Purifier N800G: New water filter for permanent installation. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New, high-flow water filter from Xiaomi gets global launch

Xiaomi is launching a new water filter that is designed to significantly improve water quality while providing a practical flow rate, making it suitable for larger households. It can also be controlled via an app.

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 14:44

D1200: New wireless headphones from Anker coming soon. (Image source: Anker via AnkerInsider)

Anker Soundcore: New semi-in-ear wireless earbuds with LDAC and ANC in development

Anker is currently in the process of developing new wireless earbuds with a range of features, including live translation, feature adaptive ANC and support for lossless or low-loss wireless data transmission via LDAC.

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 14:41

The Chilkey ND104 (pictured) features a built-in calculator screen above the num pad. (Image source: Chilkey - edited)

Chilkey ND104 mechanical keyboard heads to Kickstarter on October 15 with unique storage compartment and display

Chilkey’s ND104 mechanical keyboard launches on Kickstarter October 15 with six colors, ISO layout option, tri-mode wireless, and early bird pricing - starting at $169 for the Lite and $189 for the Ultra edition.

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Oct 2025 12:50

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 price estimate signals bad news for affordable flagship phones

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is reported to have an estimated price of anywhere between $240 and $280 per unit. This estimate is up from $220 for the last-gen SoC and $200 for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Oct 2025 12:45

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (Image Source: Antony Muchiri)

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 leak points to softer, rounder design shift

An early leak reveals Samsung is refining the design for its upcoming Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro earbuds. Based on an icon found in new firmware, the company is moving away from the previous angular look in favor of a softer, mo...

Antony Muchiri, 11 Oct 2025 12:01

Image from the game MindsEye. (Image source: Epic Games)

“Pain and stress” - 93 MindsEye developers accuse the studio of disrespect and mistreatment

Following the colossal failure of MindsEye, several developers of the game wrote an open letter accusing Build A Rocket Boy of mistreatment. But the studio has not yet responded.

Alexis Stegmann, 11 Oct 2025 11:45

A Steam Deck device with the word "indie" written across the screen (Image source: Steam; edited)

Deal | From $151 to $10: New Humble Bundle includes legendary indie RPG with 117,000 reviews

Humble Bundle has added a new game bundle — Cosmic Mysteries and Noir Realities. This bundle as the name suggests comes packed with titles that revolve around investigation, crime, and horror. All the games in this bundle are Ste...

Chibuike Okpara, 11 Oct 2025 11:26

Pictured - an IRL image of the one-way excluder (left), and a design render of the same (right). (Image source: u/Chronus88 via r/3Dprinting)

Using a 3D printer and a fractal PC fan, someone engineered their way out of a wasp nightmare

A homeowner tackled a major wasp infestation by 3D printing a one-way excluder that, with a PC fan, removed hundreds of wasps from their walls. The design files have been shared for others to use and adapt.

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Oct 2025 10:59

Pixel Watch 4 gets a 9 out of 10 score in repairability. Pictured: interior of the smartwatch. (Image source: iFixit)

Google Pixel Watch 4 earns rare smartwatch repairability score from iFixit

When Google introduced the Pixel Watch 4, it heavily promoted the smartwatch's repairability. iFixit has now performed a teardown of the smartwatch and given it a near-perfect repairability score.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Oct 2025 10:02

The NuPhy Halo V2 series is now available with more efficient firmware in three sizes and a host of colourways. (Image source: NuPhy)

NuPhy updates Halo V2 wireless mechanical keyboards for up to 4X battery life improvements — and there's an option with a num pad

NuPhy has officially updated its entire line-up of Halo V2 wireless mechanical keyboards with its NuPhyIO firmware, which makes the keyboards compatible with NuPhy's in-house customisation suite and supposedly increases the batter...

Julian van der Merwe, 11 Oct 2025 07:54

DeepSeek V3.2 Exp AI LLM uses a new sparce attention design to reduce compute costs while maintaining similar perfomance versus prior versions. (Image source: DeepSeek)

Free, open-source DeepSeek V3.2 Exp AI LLM debuts with lower compute costs, helping businesses save even more money

DeepSeek has released DeepSeek-V3.2-Exp, an experimental AI LLM designed to reduce compute costs while maintaining good performance when compared to its prior version, DeepSeek-V3.1-Terminus. The open-source model free to download...

David Chien, 11 Oct 2025 07:18

The HiMill D1(S) is an affordable CNC machine (Image source: MaxMake)

HiMill: Budget-friendly CNC machine is supposed to be quite capable

The HiMill D1 and D1S can process various materials, not just plastics, with high precision and a certain degree of automation. The price is comparatively low, which could make this CNC machine quite appealing to regular users and...

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 06:11

The OnePlus 15's display. (Image source: OnePlus, edited)

OnePlus 15: BOE's next-gen display officially confirmed with key highlights revealed

OnePlus is preparing to launch its next flagship, the OnePlus 15. The device is confirmed to be powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Ahead of the official release, the company has revealed key details abo...

Huzefa Baloch, 11 Oct 2025 06:04

The Link 8 tablet can also be used with a keyboard (Image source: Blackview)

Blackview Link 8: Big 12.7-inch tablet with 12GB RAM and Android 15 launches

The Link 8 is a new tablet running Android 15, which comes with an increased refresh rate and and two different configurations. Its internal mass storage can be expanded via microSD, and a GPS module is onboard as well.

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 05:53

The GMKtec EVO-X2 is a handsome mini PC with AMD's Strix Halo APU. (Image source: Notebookcheck/Sebastian Bade)

Deal | $500 off 'One of the best mini PCs of 2025': Ryzen AI Max+ 395-powered mini PC with RTX 4070 GPU performance in Amazon deal

The GMKtec EVO-X2, a mini PC powered by AMD's ludicrous Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU, is on sale at Amazon with a starting price of $1,499.99. The mini PC would make for an excellent home theatre gaming PC or travel workstation, thanks t...

Julian van der Merwe, 11 Oct 2025 05:45

The Pixel 10 Pro is one of three Pixel smartphones furnished with display improvements in this month's stable update. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google details fresh improvements for Pixel 10 Pro and older Pixel devices with new round of updates

Google has delivered a new batch of updates from the Pixel 7 through the Pixel 10 series. Available globally, the October 2025 update contains numerous improvements, including one specific to the recent Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and ...

Alex Alderson, 11 Oct 2025 04:24

Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 cover is shown (Image source: Auchan, with edits)

Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 version leaks at French retailer, confirming Game-Key Card use

Another popular Ubisoft game may soon land on Nintendo’s handheld. A French store is the first retailer to reveal the Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 cover. Its release date and price remain unknown, but the title will join othe...

Adam Corsetti, 11 Oct 2025 01:49

Razer is giving away 10 copies of Battlefield 6: Phantom Edition

Battlefield 6 launched today, and Razer is celebrating the release with a special giveaway. Fans can take part for a chance to win a copy of Battlefield 6: Phantom Edition, which comes packed with extra content.

Abdul Haddi, 11 Oct 2025 01:47

The Air 3 AR glasses are now crowdfunding (Image source: Immo)

Immo Air 3: New AR glasses come with micro-OLED display from Sony

The Immo Air 3 is a new AR headset that is also intended for productive applications and comes with a smart ring. Several configuration options are advertised, although these might be primarily relevant for developers.

Silvio Werner, 10 Oct 2025 23:08

The Final ZE500 for ASMR 3D wireless earbuds are designed for ASMR and binaural recordings for an immersive experience. (Image source: Final)

Final unveils ZE500 for ASMR 3D wireless earbuds for autonomous sensory meridian response and binaural audio fans

Final has introduced the ZE500 for ASMR 3D earbuds, engineered for binaural and ASMR audio experiences with ultra-fine volume control. The earbuds deliver an immersive sound experience and a comfortable, sleep-friendly design.

David Chien, 10 Oct 2025 22:25

The 8BitDo Pro 3 is available in four colors and compatible with several operating systems. (Image source: 8BitDo)

The 8BitDo Pro 3 is now available in Europe and the UK, two months after US launch

The 8BitDo Pro 3 controller has been available to buy in the US since mid-August, but those in Europe and the UK have had to wait a while to buy it. After almost two months, the controller is now available to buy in all four color...

Habeeb Onawole, 10 Oct 2025 22:05

Race, trick, and glide (pictured) across a vast open world at 75% off. (Image source: Steam, edited)

Deal | Steam massive multiplayer playground offers free trial and 75% sale for a limited time

Offering high-speed chaos and social competition on a grand scale, Riders Republic turns extreme sports into a playground where mountain bikers, skiers, and wingsuit pilots collide. The ongoing Steam sale has slashed the price by ...

Santiago Nino, 10 Oct 2025 21:55

Nvidia is giving away two RTX 5080 GPUs signed by CEO Jensen Huang

Nvidia has launched a new giveaway for gamers in Australia, and the prize includes two RTX 5080 Founders Edition cards. The entries are currently open and will close on October 13.

Abdul Haddi, 10 Oct 2025 21:40

The Apple Vision Pro computing headset (Image source: Apple)

Apple Vision Pro gets its “killer app”: Live NBA games in full 3D courtside view

Live sports are coming to Apple Vision Pro for the first time. Spectrum’s partnership with the NBA could define whether Apple’s $3,499 headset finally earns mainstream appeal.

David Odejide, 10 Oct 2025 21:03

Following the launch of Panther Lake, Intel will scale back its open-source contributions in the name of competition. (Image source: Intel)

Intel slashes open-source contributions in the name of competiton

Intel will no longer be blindly contributing to the open-source software ecosystem, with recent comments from the company indicating that it will be using open-source as an "advantage to Intel." Intel was previously known for cont...

Julian van der Merwe, 10 Oct 2025 20:58

Screenshot from the GTA 6 trailer. (Image source: Rockstar Games on YouTube)

A fan creates a map of GTA 6, and its size is impressive

Faced with an interminable wait, a fan has decided to create what he believes to be the map of GTA 6, and the result is pretty impressive. But beware, this is all just speculation and an independent project.

Alexis Stegmann, 10 Oct 2025 20:56

Crowdfunded RPG Starfinder: Afterlight closes in on $500,000 in pledges on Kickstarter

Barcelona-based Epictellers Entertainment’s debut Kickstarter for Starfinder: Afterlight, a turn-based CRPG set in Paizo’s Starfinder universe, has drawn more than $470,000 from roughly 7,900 backers with 26 days remaining as it c...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 10 Oct 2025 20:31

Battlefield 6 Steam player count of 747,000 smashes Call of Duty record hours after release

A highly populated open beta has predicted a successful launch day for Battlefield 6. Over 747,000 gamers logged into the shooter game on its release date, surpassing the Call of Duty peak. The Battlefield 6 Steam player count may...

Adam Corsetti, 10 Oct 2025 20:23

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 with Nvidia RTX Pro GPU (image source: Lenovo).

Most powerful commercial laptop models finally available: Lenovo ThinkPad P16 G3, T1g Gen 8 and P14s Gen 6 Intel now orderable

Launched at IFA 2025, the most powerful ThinkPad models have finally made it to the market. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3, ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 and ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel, among others, are now available in the US. They all come with ...

Benjamin Herzig, 10 Oct 2025 20:19

The Panasonic Lumix S9 has a unique retro aesthetic. (Image source: Panasonic)

Deal | Panasonic full-frame compact camera with IBIS gets $400 off in Amazon deal but there's a catch

You can only buy it in pink — unless you also want a kit lens. The Panasonic Lumix S9 is currently discounted by 27% on Amazon, bringing the price down to an all-time low. The S9 features a full-frame sensor and a host of features...

Julian van der Merwe, 10 Oct 2025 18:46

The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G is a remake of the Galaxy A17 5G. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung showcases affordable Galaxy M17 5G with 6 years of updates, Gorilla Glass Victus and AMOLED display

Featuring a 50 MP main camera with optical image stabilization, an Exynos 1330 processor and a 5,000 mAh battery, the new Samsung Galaxy M17 5G is set to conquer the mid-range market with its affordable price tag. Samsung also pro...

Hannes Brecher, 10 Oct 2025 18:32

The 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode wireless controller connects via a 2.4GHz dongle to the Xbox Series S|X and Xbox One. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Deal | 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Wireless Controller for Xbox slashed to $72.43 (20% off)

8BitDo's first wireless controller for Xbox consoles has received a significant price cut on AliExpress. The controller, which is also compatible with Windows, Android, and Apple devices, is available for 20% off its launch price.

Habeeb Onawole, 10 Oct 2025 18:26

The LG Gram Pro is among the lightest 16-inch laptops on the market as it weighs just 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs.). (Image source: LG, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Huge 50% price cut: LG Gram Pro with 16-inch OLED display and Core Ultra 7 255H is now on sale

The LG Gram Pro 16Z90TP with a 16-core Intel Arrow Lake Core Ultra 7 255H CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and a 16-inch 120 Hz OLED display is now retailing at a giant 52% discount at BuyDig. The laptop is a super-slim and lightweigh multimed...

Fawad Murtaza, 10 Oct 2025 18:21

Age of Empires 5 could employ Unreal Engine, prompting fears of stuttering in RTS game

Age of Empires 5 may address criticisms of the RTS franchise’s dated visuals. A pair of new job listings request Unreal Engine experience for unannounced projects. Even so, some gamers worry that Unreal Engine 5 will introduce per...

Adam Corsetti, 10 Oct 2025 17:53

Rubiss (pictured), a character in the second and third Dragon Quest games, will make an appearance in the upcoming remake of the original. (Image source: Square Enix)

Dragon Quest 1 to receive additional quests, dungeons, and more in upcoming HD-2D remake

The upcoming remake of the original two Dragon Quest games (also known as Dragon Warrior in the United States) will bring new dungeons, new characters, and new questlines in an attempt to better staple the original games to the th...

Sam Medley, 10 Oct 2025 17:45

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 charging in front of a building (Image source: Hyundai Motor Group via Unsplash; cropped)

American company promises 1,000-mile EV range with new battery tech

A new manufacturing platform from 24M Technologies called ETOP, which builds batteries without individual cells, could enable a safe and cost-effective 1,000-mile-per-charge EV battery pack.

Chibuike Okpara, 10 Oct 2025 17:40

Game image for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. (Image source: Epic Games)

Sandfall Interactive's next game won't necessarily be an RPG

The creator of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 recently spoke about the next game in the license. And he made it clear that it won't necessarily be an RPG, opening the door to many possibilities.

Alexis Stegmann, 10 Oct 2025 17:25

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