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The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller connects to supported devices via wired USB, Bluetooth, or 2.4GHz wireless. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless controller gains official support for Apple devices

8BitDo has announced that its top-of-the-line controller, the Ultimate 2 Wireless, now works with Apple devices. The controller is also currently on sale as part of the manufacturer's 12th anniversary.

Habeeb Onawole, 13 Jul 2025 23:24

Assassin's Creed Shadows protagonist Naoe looking down at a hidden blade wielded by a mystery person

Deal | 'Beautiful and intriguing' AAA open-world adventure game set in feudal Japan continues Steam sale deal less than 6 months after launch

Assassin's Creed Shadows, Ubisoft's most recent Assassin's Creed game, was discounted by 25% during the Steam Summer Sale, and Ubisoft has kept up this pricing despite the end of the Summer Sale. AC Shadows has quite a positive re...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Jul 2025 21:48

This is not the first time Steam's UI overhauls have been leaked by testers (image source: Valve)

New Steam leak suggests UI overhaul with sleeker tile design in tow

The current screengrab follows a previous iteration that was leaked in May, earlier this year. Neither design has been pushed to a beta client just yet.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jul 2025 20:55

The Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro has been leaked (Image source: via Chinese Smartwatches)

Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro: Retail packaging unveils specifications and upgrades

The CMF Watch 3 Pro has surfaced before its official release, as many details about the new smartwatch have now been revealed. While the retail packaging still leaves some questions unanswered regarding some technical specificatio...

Silvio Werner, 13 Jul 2025 20:48

RTX 4090 with melted 12VHPWR power connector (Image source: Der8auer YouTube channel)

Der8auer repairs melted RTX 4090 connector, challenges Nvidia's 12VHPWR safety claims again

Over a year after installing a WireView power monitoring tool on his RTX 4090 TUF, a viewer contacted der8auer with signs of GPU failure, ultimately traced to a melted 12VHPWR connector. The video not only documents a successful r...

Sebastian Jankowski, 13 Jul 2025 20:44

The documents leak on Reddit have now been officially acknowledged by Krafton (image source: Subnautica 2 Steam page)

Subnautica 2 publisher Krafton confirms internal document leak as legitimate

The leak offers further insights into a dispute between the developer and publisher about whether Subnautica was ready for early release access in 2025. Ex-employees are also currently suing the company over the same issue.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jul 2025 20:37

Rumored Donkey Kong movie showing at a cinema (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Nintendo registers copyright for Donkey Kong movie as Bananza release date approaches

Fans anxious to see Donkey Kong in cinemas have a new reason for optimism. A Universal Pictures and Nintendo copyright filing references an unnamed Donkey Kong movie. Gamers can also find the popular gorilla at theme parks leading...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Jul 2025 20:07

Pictured - an in-game screenshot from Haus of Irndrous - now free on Steam until July 19. (Image source: Steam - Edited)

Deal | Steam free game deal: 3D survival-horror game drops to $0 until July 19

Haus Of Irndrous is an indie horror game with retro vibes, and it is free on Steam until July 19. You have to explore a crumbling mansion, solve puzzles, and survive tense encounters in this slow-burn early access title.

Anubhav Sharma, 13 Jul 2025 20:05

The ZET e-bike may be a car alternative for some people (Image source: ZETmobil)

ZET: This e-bike may be a car replacement for up to five passengers

The ZET might be a car alternative depending on the specific use case, as it promises electric mobility with low or even zero emissions, provided that renewable energies are used for charging. This e-bike can also transport a lot ...

Silvio Werner, 13 Jul 2025 20:01

Baseus Nomos NU1 Air (Image Source: Baseus)

Baseus launches a compact 12-in-1 dock with triple 4K display support and fast data transfer

Baseus has unveiled the Nomos NU1 Air, a compact 12-in-1 vertical docking station offering high-speed data transfer, dual 4K display support, and 100W power delivery.

Antony Muchiri, 13 Jul 2025 19:29

Xiaomi 16 series: Leica cameras, rear displays, and a sketchy Ultra Max model

New reports have now revealed more information on Xiaomi's next-gen flagship lineup, the Xiaomi 16 series. Key talking points include the return of a rear display as first seen on the Mi 11 Ultra, Xiaomi's imaging partnership with...

Ricci Rox, 13 Jul 2025 19:15

The Galaxy S26 Edge is poised to replace the Galaxy S26 Plus. Pictured - The Galaxy S25 Edge. (Image Source: Samsung on Instagram)

Samsung Galaxy S26 and Tab S11 lineups outlined with two models set to become history

A new leak has now revealed Samsung's plans for its upcoming premium smartphones and tablets. The Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy S26 series will debut over the next eight months and both appear to be missing their mid-tier models.

Ricci Rox, 13 Jul 2025 18:34

A tandem OLED display. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

TCL tipped to make tandem OLED inkjet-printed in 2025

Some of the highest-end mobile devices to launch later in 2025 are thought to rock new Real RGB panels from TCL. The display technology is made using a cutting-edge Inkjet Printing (IJP) technique touted to boost color accuracy wh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Jul 2025 18:20

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (Image Source: Amanz - Unsplash)

New leak suggests the Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature Sony's 1/1.1" 200MP sensor

Samsung is rumored to be switching to a Sony-made 1/1.1-inch 200MP sensor for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, marking a major change from its in-house ISOCELL lineup. If true, this could bring significant improvements to image quality and s...

Antony Muchiri, 13 Jul 2025 18:11

The Legion mobile cooler costs around $28 in China. Pictured: the accessory connected to a gaming tablet. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo unveils new Legion gaming tablet-compatible magnetic mobile cooler

Alongside a pair of smart glasses, Lenovo has introduced a new Legion-branded magnetic mobile cooler. It's compatible with the latest Legion gaming tablet and costs CNY 199, around $28.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Jul 2025 17:39

The OpenRun Pro 2 comes in this sporty orange, as well as in a black variant which is not discounted (Image source: Shokz)

Deal | Shokz' flagship OpenRun Pro 2 workout headphones drop to lowest price yet on Amazon

The highly rated Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones in orange are currently at their lowest price on Amazon, with a 31% discount. The sports-oriented open-ear model features a hybrid setup with both bone conduction and air-conduction ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 13 Jul 2025 17:26

The Casio G-Shock DW-9050GBX-1A9 watch features 20 bar (200 m) water resistance (Image source: Casio)

Deal | Casio’s best-selling G-Shock DW-9050GBX-1A9 watch with 20 bar water resistance gets massive 49% discount on Amazon

For only $43.20, you can get your hands on Casio’s best-selling G-Shock DW-9050GBX-1A9 watch, which is originally priced at $84.95. The shock-resistant watch features a casual design, a 2-year battery life, a 1/100-second watch, a...

Abhinav Fating, 13 Jul 2025 17:07

iFLYTEK AINOTE Air 2 makes your notes smarter with on-device AI

iFLYTEK AINOTE Air 2: Distraction-free note taking for students and professionals that combines the best of traditional writing with smart AI features

The iFLYTEK AINOTE Air 2 streamlines the digital note taking experience with its crisp e-ink display and pressure-sensitive Wacom EMR stylus. The AINOTE Air 2 combines note taking, reading, and voice recording with smart AI featur...

A‌d, 13 Jul 2025 16:55

The new Legion AR smart glasses (pictured) cost around $348 in China (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Lenovo launches new Legion smart glasses with wide field of view and lightweight design

There's a new eyewear product in Lenovo's portfolio called the Legion AR Smart Glasses. It comes with a pair of 120 Hz screens with a wide field of view and is backed by in-house 2D to 3D tech. The launch price is CNY 2,499, aroun...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Jul 2025 16:52

No OLED for next Xiaomi flagship tablet in new leak

Xiaomi is expected to launch its next high-end Android tablet alongside its 16 series of flagship smartphones. The OEM will fail to make this "Pad 8 Pro" the first OLED device of its line, according to the latest leaks. It might b...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Jul 2025 16:43

In Last Report, players step into the role of a night-shift park ranger. Pictured - a screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam)

Steam launch: New pixel-art horror game hits Steam with "Very Positive" reviews and $3.99 launch price

Players have to act as a night-shift park ranger in the newly launched game Last Report, where they monitor cameras and uncover eerie secrets through storytelling. The game is priced at $3.99 on Steam, post a 20% launch discount.

Anubhav Sharma, 13 Jul 2025 16:22

Honor Magic8, Magic8 Pro and Magic8 "Mini" display sizes leak out

Honor is rumored to unleash a range of next-gen flagship Android smartphones with a range of custom display sizes later in 2025. In fact, the most familiar of their dimensions might actually belong to the Magic8 "Mini", supposedly...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Jul 2025 15:39

Many of the newly spotted free games have "Mostly Positive" or above player ratings. Pictured: an edited screenshot from Condo. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | New batch of free games spotted on Steam shortly after Summer Sale 2025 concluded

Steam's Summer Sale 2025 has wrapped up, and while the special game deals are gone, the platform is still getting freebies. The new batch of Steam free games was spotted by X user @SteamGamesPC, and the list has many well-rated ti...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Jul 2025 15:30

The Airpods Max have stood the test of time, even against rivals from Bose and Sony (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Apple Airpods Max drop to record-low price on Amazon

The Apple Airpods Max in purple have just been discounted by a massive 27% (or $150) on Amazon.com, bringing the price down to $399. Three other colourways are also discounted to $449. The deal is not limited to Prime Members, but...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 13 Jul 2025 15:17

The Gigafactory in Texas has its own battery energy storage system. (Image source: Tesla)

Texas grid gets renewable energy storage boost with record 6 GW battery discharge in peak hours

Electricity generation from solar panels is growing leaps and bounds, with new energy mix share records falling every day in the summer. A no less important story, however, is storing all this energy, and the ability to support th...

Daniel Zlatev, 13 Jul 2025 14:56

S2: New outdoor surveillance camera. (Image source: Baseus)

Baseus S2: New, wireless 4K surveillance camera with radar, PIR and solar panel now available with massive 35% discount

Baseus is launching the S2, a new outdoor surveillance camera. Thanks to its battery and solar cell, the model provides virtually unlimited runtime without requiring attention, even without a wired power supply.

Silvio Werner, 13 Jul 2025 14:27

Y19s GT 5G: New smartphone with three card slots. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Y19s GT 5G launches as budget and semi-rugged smartphone with three card slots

The Vivo Y19s GT is a new and affordable smartphone with a 5G modem. Although not a fully rugged model, it nevertheless offers protection against drops, water and dust.

Silvio Werner, 13 Jul 2025 13:53

The list contains well-rated indie games of 2025 (Image source: Epic Games Store - edited)

Epic Games Store lists 2025's best indie games available on the storefront

2025 has seen a good number of game launches so far. For those who are interested in trying out the newly released indie games but don’t know which ones to play, Epic Games Store has put up a list of the best ones that are availab...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Jul 2025 13:04

Resident Evil 6 will give you many hours of gameplay on a single charge, but you probably won't want to (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

Resident Evil 6 would make a great battery sipping handheld experience, except it's unplayable

CheckMag After reading reviews saying it was a good action game, just not a good Resident Evil game, I decided to give Resident Evil 6 a go. The low system requirements would make a great battery sipping handheld game, except it's unplayab...

David Devey, 13 Jul 2025 12:53

New cozy free-to-play game tops Steam charts with over 300+ "Very Positive" reviews just two days after launch

Blender Studio's Dogwalk has made its debut on Steam. The game gives you a free, cozy stroll through handmade winter scenery. Built on open-source Godot, it's a short but charming showcase of the devs' creativity.

Anubhav Sharma, 13 Jul 2025 12:48

The Nintendo Switch 2 can allegedly be blocked even if there is no misconduct on your part. (Image source: Hannes Brecher)

Nintendo Switch 2: Running second-hand games can render the console almost unusable

According to a report, Nintendo can brick the Nintendo Switch 2 of completely innocent users if they use a second-hand game - depending on how the game was previously used.

Silvio Werner, 13 Jul 2025 11:17

An Xbox dashboard screenshot showing a Call of Duty: Mobile ad featuring Gundam mechs with the caption “Gundams have landed.” (Reddit/u/Critical_Term_1013 via r/xbox)

Xbox users reportedly frustrated by mobile game ads on console dashboard

Players question the logic of promoting non-console titles like Call of Duty: Mobile on Xbox, reigniting debates around ads on premium gaming systems.

Anmol Dubey, 13 Jul 2025 09:35

EA's hold on Need For Speed has been primarily due to the franchise not delivering returns in line with the publisher's expectations (image source: Speedhunters)

EA reportedly shelves Need For Speed completely to focus on other projects

The news comes from a long-time contributor on the Speedhunters website that EA also funded as part of its Need For Speed universe.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jul 2025 04:16

Ghost of Yotei's Limited Edition PS5 Plates on display (image source: PlayStation YT)

PlayStation skips Ghost of Yotei plates for OG PS5 console owners

The release caters to the PS5 Slim and the Pro SKUs but does not offer a solution for gamers with an older PlayStation 5 console. The revelations have resulted in multiple Reddit threads from disgruntled OG PS5 console owners

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jul 2025 04:03

A GPU built for king Midas? (image source: realVictor_M on X)

Asus showcases a $500,000 RTX 5090 ROG Astral GPU in China with 5kg of gold

Asus's latest RTX 5090 GPU is not one you can simply buy or even pick up from a shelf with ease. This is not the first luxury item from the Taiwanese brand however, which has also released a Middle Eastern exclusive gold edition f...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jul 2025 03:50

The Galax GeForce RTX 5090 HOF OC LAB Edition currently sells for a whopping $5500 on eBay (image source: motorpartners on eBay)

The Galax GeForce RTX 5090D HOF OC LAB shows up on eBay for mind-bending $5,500

Among other options, the China-centric edition of the original RTX 5090 also comes in a powerful, but pricey HOF OC LAB flavor from Galax.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jul 2025 03:23

Donkey Kong Bananza retail case like the copies leaked on eBay is shown (Image source: Best Buy)

Donkey Kong Bananza physical version already for sale as copies of Nintendo Switch 2 game leak on eBay

Some gamers may not have to wait until the Donkey Kong Bananza release date to experience the Switch 2 title. A stack of sealed retail cases has appeared on eBay, with buyers paying extra for the opportunity. The retail Switch 2 l...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Jul 2025 01:42

The Lenovo Legion Go S with Windows (pictured) comes in white, unlike the SteamOS version which is purple. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows) with 32GB RAM and 1TB storage is down to $500, and it's a better deal than the SteamOS version

Best Buy's deal on the Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows) with 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage is a no-brainer for anyone who wants to purchase a handheld gaming PC. And since one can officially install SteamOS on it, there's no point bu...

Habeeb Onawole, 13 Jul 2025 01:22

Wreckage of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner plane (Image source: Amit Dave via Reuters)

Air India plane crash report: Fuel cut-off could have been avoided

The preliminary report into the crash of Air India Flight 171 reveals a chaotic scene in the cockpit, where fuel to the engines was cut seconds after takeoff. Cockpit recordings captured the pilots' confusion as they tried to reve...

Chibuike Okpara, 13 Jul 2025 00:59

Pictured - the Casio EFK-100D-2A with a blue textured dial and the see-through back for the sake of the mechanical movement. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio EFK-100D mechanical watches now available to buy in the US with limited stock expected

Casio’s new EFK-100D-2A and EFK-100D-7A mechanical watches are now purchasable in the US for $280. Both feature sapphire glass, a see-through back, and 40-hour power reserve in a 43.5mm steel case. Stocks are expected to be limite...

Anubhav Sharma, 12 Jul 2025 23:19

JH-ANC930Plus: New over-ear headphones. (Image source: Siindoo)

Affordable headphones come with ANC and removable display

The JH-ANC930Plus is a new pair of over-ear headphones with a detachable display. Playback control and active ambient noise cancellation are supported.

Silvio Werner, 12 Jul 2025 22:59

Movetru's wearable kit is designed to deliver real-time movement insights for injury prevention and performance tracking (Image source: Movetru/movetru.io)

AI wearables startup Movetru raises $1.9 million USD in pre-seed funding for injury prevention tech

Northern Ireland-based startup Movetru has raised $1.9 million USD (approximately €1.4 million) in pre-seed funding to scale its AI-powered wearable for injury prevention. The system delivers real-time biomechanical insights to at...

Louise Burke, 12 Jul 2025 22:38

Pictured - the graphic shared by Aggro Crab's X account to celebrate 5 million copies being sold. (Image source: @Aggro Crab on X/Twitter)

Peak climbs past 5 million sales in under a month, earning devs millions off a month-long jam

Peak has hit another major milestone - 5 million sales in under a month. The extremely viral game is all over social media in the form of short and long form content. Even with discounts and Steam’s cut, devs may have cleared over...

Anubhav Sharma, 12 Jul 2025 22:17

Nintendo Switch 2 pictured with Game-Key Card (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Nintendo conducts Game-Key Card survey, as criticisms mount about format for Switch 2 games

Nintendo is seeking opinions on the highly debated Game-Key Cards in its home country. The Japanese survey investigates what aspects of the format confuse gamers. Physical media supporters oppose these Switch 2 games, which rely o...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Jul 2025 22:04

Honor X70: Future Android battery-life leader backed to deliver solid build quality

Honor asserts that the X70 will become a new class-leader in terms of Android smartphone battery life on its imminent debut. The device is also backed to beat even the highest-end handsets in terms of official durability ratings. ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jul 2025 20:23

A K13 Turbo fan(?). (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo K13 Turbo series with "Performance Storm" cooling set for July 2025 debut

Oppo has officially set a date for the launch of its new K13 Turbo series of devices. The OEM has now joined in on the strong hints that they will be equipped with active cooling technology, despite being a set of Android smartpho...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jul 2025 20:22

Reignbreaker is a roguelike action game that is currently 50% off on Steam. Pictured: An edited screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam deal: "An absolute must-play" - Steam Deck-verified roguelike action game heavily discounted for a limited time

Reignbreaker is an aesthetically pleasing roguelike game that is currently available with a 50% discount on Steam. Gamers who enjoy fast-paced and thrilling combat experiences will likely be very pleased with the game, set in a ty...

Sambit Saha, 12 Jul 2025 20:18

Despite some notable caveats, the ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 AMD performed well in our review (Image source: Benjamin Herzig)

Deal | 2.8K OLED, 64GB DDR5 and AMD Ryzen 7 Pro: Lenovo ThinkPad P14s gets huge discount

A well-equipped AMD configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 is once again on sale with a notable discount of well over 30 percent. The good-looking 2.8K OLED display makes the 14-inch mobile workstation a decent option for...

Enrico Frahn, 12 Jul 2025 19:53

The NovaCustom NUC Box mini PC sports open-source firmware along with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H CPU. (Image source: NovaCustom)

Premium mini PC with open-source BIOS arrives with Intel Meteor Lake CPUs and up to 96 GB of memory

NovaCustom NUC Box is a new mini PC that puts great emphasis on privacy, as can be expected from the brand. Featuring the open-source, coreboot-based Dasharo firmware, the mini PC can be equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 1...

Sambit Saha, 12 Jul 2025 19:51

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