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Honor 400 and 400 Pro tipped to launch soon following leaked registration details

Honor is getting ready to launch a cheaper alternative to the new OnePlus 13T in China, according to the latest rumors. The compact mid-range Android smartphone has allegedly passed 5G testing in its native country. It might have ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2025 18:07

The iPhone 17 Pro. (Image source: Majin Bu)

iPhone 17 Pro segmented design upgrade features in new leak

Apple is thought to introduce the latest in iPhone design language with the 17 series. Some of it is allegedly on display in advance in a new in-the-wild leak. It purports to confirm the differences in appearance between the 16 Pr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2025 17:34

Balmuda The Teppanyaki debuts to elevate electric griddle cooking

Balmuda asserts that it has turned its expertise in making toast as premium as humanly possible to grilled meats, vegetables or seafood. The Teppanyaki is backed to turn every meal into a spectacle with its streamlined, high-end b...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2025 16:11

The Minisforum MS-A2 starts at $839 (Image source: Minisforum - edited)

Minisforum MS-A2 launches globally with new Ryzen 9 HX CPU and dGPU support

Shortly after making its first debut in Japan, the Minisforum MS-A2 is now available globally. The mini workstation features the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX, has support for dGPU, and can be equipped with up to 96 GB of RAM and 15 TB of st...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Apr 2025 15:12

Anker’s Nano Universal Magnetic Car Mount is available in China. (Image source: Anker)

New Anker Nano Universal Magnetic Car Mount appears

Anker has launched a new accessory in China: the Nano Universal Magnetic Car Mount. This product can be positioned in a range of ways thanks in part to the flexible material used, and it also offers a rotating base for your phone....

Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2025 15:08

The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is tipped to closely resemble its predecessor, which we reviewed towards the end of last year. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 not Galaxy Watch8 Classic tipped to launch later this year during Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Watch8 event

A new report has offered fresh insights the state of the Galaxy Watch series going forward. Apparently, Samsung is not planning on a successor to the Galaxy Watch6 Classic anytime soon.

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2025 15:05

Besides the Vivo X200 Ultra, the photography kit with an optional 200 mm Zeiss teleconverter is available for import from China. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200 Ultra camera grip: How to buy the exclusive 200 mm Zeiss teleconverter and photography kit

Featuring a Zeiss camera system, the exceptional Vivo X200 Ultra flagship is now available for import through several retailers. A range of exciting add-on options tailored to photography and videography enthusiasts are now gradua...

Alexander Fagot, 27 Apr 2025 15:00

Garmin is gradually moving towards releasing a new stable update package for its older flagship smartwatches like the Fenix 7 Pro. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update to older flagships with Incident Detection bug fix

Garmin is gradually working towards delivering new stable updates to the Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro and other associated smartwatches. In the meantime, the company has released a fresh beta update worldwide that brings new bug fixes to ...

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2025 14:46

The Galaxy Z Flip could get much closer to the size of the Motorola Razr series with the former's seventh-generation release. (Image source: Android Headlines & OnLeaks)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 could go toe-to-toe with Motorola Razr 60 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite and larger battery

According to new reports, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy is now set in stone for the Galaxy Z Flip7. The powerful 8-core chipset is also rumoured to be joined by a 4,300 mAh battery capacity for a 300 mAh uplift over t...

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2025 14:31

The Galaxy Z Fold7 could well be the biggest leap for the series in years. (Image source: Android Headlines & OnLeaks)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 tipped to be even thinner than Oppo Find N5 in new leak

The Oppo Find N5 still holds the crown of being the world's thinnest foldable. According to a new rumour, Samsung could sweep away Oppo's latest foldable with the Galaxy Z Fold7, which could come in at almost 8 mm in thickness.

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2025 14:12

The Mavic 4 Pro has been in the pipeline for a while. (Image source: via Jasper Ellens)

DJI Mavic 4 Pro: New leak reveals full specifications for Mavic 3 Pro successor

Arguably, the most substantial leak yet relating to the DJI Mavic 4 Pro has now appeared online. Pictures of the Mavic 3 Pro successor have emerged, and so has a full promotional write-up with complete specifications.

Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2025 13:22

The Humble Bundle id and Friends games collection will expire on May 11, 2025 (Image source: Humble Bundle and Steam - edited)

Deal | Humble Bundle: $194 worth of action games with Steam Deck compatibility down to $28

There's a new action game collection on Humble Bundle with several DOOM and Wolfenstein entries. All games in the collection are Steam Deck compatible, have good player ratings, and are worth $194, but can be scored for only $28.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Apr 2025 12:12

Xiaomi has launched a Harry Potter Edition of one of its power banks. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches new Harry Potter Edition of 33W power bank

Xiaomi has released the 33W Power Bank 10000 (Integrated Cable) Harry Potter Edition in China. Based on an accessory which was recently released in Europe, it features a design and packaging inspired by the popular series of books...

Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2025 10:39

The Aldi Robotic Mower Specialbuy arrives May 1st in the UK. (Image source: Aldi)

Deal | Aldi Robotic Mower launching soon in the UK at lowest price

An Aldi Robotic Mower Specialbuy is coming to UK stores in the near future. The Yard Force MB400 robot lawn mower is a relatively basic model with app controls and adjustable cutting height. This deal at Aldi sees the product with...

Polly Allcock, 27 Apr 2025 10:12

How to transfer your Apple Music playlists to YouTube Music and vice versa

CheckMag Switching between Apple Music and YouTube Music? Don't leave your playlists behind. This guide covers some of the the best free and paid methods to transfer your music—from official tools to third-party solutions—plus key limitati...

Antony Muchiri, 27 Apr 2025 09:58

The Sony Xperia 10 VI. (Image Source: Sony)

Sony Xperia 10 VII specs outed in leak ahead of launch

A new report has now revealed key details of Sony's upcoming mid-range phone, the Xperia 10 VII, ahead of its debut. As is typical with Sony, changes appear to be minimal, with the most significant being a new SoC.

Ricci Rox, 27 Apr 2025 09:47

Fiio launches lightweight Anytime headphones with active noise cancelling and a stylish retro design. (Image source: Fiio)

Fiio unveils lightweight Anytime Bluetooth headphones

The Fiio Anytime wireless Bluetooth headphones feature a rounded retro-style design, a lightweight build, and active noise cancellation. Game mode reduces audio lag to under 60 msec.

David Chien, 27 Apr 2025 09:05

Peladn will soon launch the Strix Halo Y01 (Image source: Peladn - edited)

Peladn Y01 debuts as new gaming mini PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 395

The Peladn Y01 has been officially teased in China. At the core, it's a new gaming mini PC with the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, making it stand as a competitor to the recently launched Strix Halo systems like the GMK EVO-X2.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Apr 2025 08:16

At the moment, four plushies are available for pre-orders (Image source: Pokémon Center)

Pokémon unveils life-sized Eeveelution plushies for “Year of Eevee”

The Pokémon Company has unveiled life-sized plushies for Eevee and its evolutions, starting with Eevee, Flareon, Vaporeon, and Jolteon. The plushies match Pokédex sizes and cost up to $400 each, with the full set nearing $2,500.

Nitisha Upadhye, 27 Apr 2025 07:59

The Fiio Snowsky Anwhere portable speaker is splashproof and can magnetically attach to steel surfaces. (Image source: Fiio)

Fiio launches Snowsky Anywhere portable Bluetooth speaker

The pocketable Snowsky Anywhere wireless portable speaker can stay attached to steel surfaces with its magnetic bottom, withstand splashes with its IPX6-rating, and run for 21 hours between charges.

David Chien, 27 Apr 2025 07:54

Abstract illustration symbolising AI-powered hearing technology (Image source: OpenAI/DALL·E)

NewSound’s AI-powered OTC hearing aids highlight on-device speech enhancement

NewSound’s latest OTC hearing aids use Femtosense’s on-device AI technology to enhance speech clarity without relying on cloud-based processing.

Louise Burke, 27 Apr 2025 04:32

GTA 5 Enhanced banner (Image source: Steam)

More PC players flee GTA V Enhanced for Legacy as game trades PS Plus for Xbox Game Pass

Newer isn't always better when it comes to the most popular community-supported games. GTA 5 Legacy once again has more Steam players than GTA 5 Enhanced. Partial support of GTA 5 mods is a factor in why some gamers abandon the te...

Adam Corsetti, 27 Apr 2025 03:24

The main cast of Dandadan are ready to tackle season 2's spirits. (Image source: Science SARU)

Dandadan Season 2 premiere date comes with a theatrical release announcement

Season 2 of Dandadan is finally on its way! Get ready to watch Dandadan season 2 in theaters on June 6, 2025, or stream it at home starting on July 3, 2025.

Megan Miranda Reyes, 26 Apr 2025 23:43

A screenshot -『この素晴らしい世界に祝福を！３ーBONUS STAGEー』本予告 (Image source: KadokawaAnime on YouTube)

A new Konosuba OVA is now streaming on Crunchyroll

Tacked on to the current Konosuba season 3 lineup, two new episodes titled Red Stream Explosion and Watch Out for Imposters! are now streaming with subs on Crunchyroll.

Megan Miranda Reyes, 26 Apr 2025 22:42

OnePlus 13R upgrades to bypass charging and Mac file transfers

The OnePlus 13R is now several months old, yet can support a feature from the brand-new 13T thanks to its latest software upgrade. It also confers the latest OxygenOS 15 widgets and screen recording features on the OEM's newest Sn...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2025 20:44

The Defender 20 Lite is a new drone with DJI tech (Image source: iFlight)

Defender 20 Lite: New drone utilizes DJI technology

The iFlight Defender 20 Lite is a new and fairly affordable drone that features a 4K video camera as well as propeller guards. It also utilizes certain technology from DJI.

Silvio Werner, 26 Apr 2025 20:28

The K80 Pro's global edition. (Image source: Poco)

Redmi K90 Pro destined for unusually early launch date in new leak

The K80 Pro debuted as Redmi's first ever Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered Android smartphone in November 2024. Its successor is once again backed to do so earlier in 2025, in a launch that could, in fact, clash with that of the next-ge...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2025 19:48

The Gotrax XR Elite Max e-scooter is on sale for $335 at Amazon (Image source: Gotrax)

Deal | Gotrax’s affordable XR Elite Max e-scooter with 28 km range drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

The Gotrax XR Elite Max e-scooter is now 20% off on Amazon in the US, hitting its all-time low price so far this year. The deal is available via the brand’s online store and Amazon. The entry-level e-scooter features a 350 W motor...

Abhinav Fating, 26 Apr 2025 19:06

Armor 28 Pro: Rugged smartphone with night-vision camera (Image source: Ulefone)

Ulefone Armor 28 Pro unveiled: Dual-screen rugged phone with night-vision camera and massive battery

The Ulefone Armor 28 Pro is a new rugged phone with an extensive set of features, including a secondary display and a night-vision camera. The device is touted to be extremely tough and packs a high-capacity battery.

Silvio Werner, 26 Apr 2025 18:55

The Phone (3a) series gets a new feature. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (3a) series upgrades to 4K telephoto video

Nothing's latest software update is rated to allow the new Phone (3a) Pro to capture potentially better-quality video with its series-first periscope zoom camera. The new version of Nothing OS 3 also confers new Privacy Space, mob...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2025 18:54

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered banner (Image source: Bethesda Softworks, Steam with edits)

Tech analysis slams The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered performance for frame rate drops on top hardware

Digital Foundry gave a shockingly poor review of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion performance. The analysis found frequent stutters, even with the best CPUs and GPUs. Reducing graphical settings helps, but only patches can boost the...

Adam Corsetti, 26 Apr 2025 18:24

iQoo Z10 Turbo Pro: World-first 7,000mAh/120W smartphone to come with 144Hz display

The Z10 Turbo Pro is officially poised to become the world's fastest-charging 7,000mAh battery smartphone later in April 2025. Now, iQoo has also confirmed that its display will also outpace the industry average with a refresh rat...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2025 18:19

Surface NUC1: New Windows tablet with a kickstand (Image source: X+)

Surface NUC1: Pocketable Windows tablet with standard I/Os, Intel processor and kickstand

The Surface NUC1 is a new Windows tablet powered by an Intel processor. Whilst its tiny form factor ensures remarkable portability, the device isn’t particularly slim.

Silvio Werner, 26 Apr 2025 17:33

T-Mobile will offer free Starlink for premium plan users and AT&T or Verizon switchers. (Image source: T-Mobile)

T-Mobile drops its Starlink satellite service price by 50% for Verizon and AT&T customers

T-Mobile will be introducing free Starlink satellite connectivity service for subscribers on its premium plans. For the rest, it announced a 50% price reduction of the monthly payment, including for those Verizon or AT&T users who...

Daniel Zlatev, 26 Apr 2025 16:57

Gunbot Diplomacy: Blast Off is currently number 1 in the Steam charts under "Trending Free". (Image source: Steam)

Free to play: New roguelike shooter with crazy setting takes #1 spot on the Steam charts

Artificial intelligence is now considered the most likely cause of humanity's downfall. In this game, that's exactly what unfolded – and the world is now under the control of heavily armed robots. Judging by its top spot in Steam'...

Marius Müller, 26 Apr 2025 16:13

Until May 1, The Long Dark is available on Steam with a 90% discount, marking its lowest price yet. (Image source: Steam)

Steam sale – lowest price ever: Zombie-free survival game available for just $3.50 with 90% off

If you're in the mood for a survival game that captures a realistic fight for survival instead of relying on zombie attacks, there's something you might want to check out. Right now, thanks to a 90% discount, The Long Dark is avai...

Marius Müller, 26 Apr 2025 15:55

The game is being praised for its innovative gameplay and storytelling. (Image source: Sandfall Interactive)

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 surpasses 500,000 sales amid critical acclaim

Sandfall Interactive’s debut RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sold over 500,000 units worldwide in about 24 hours after its launch.

Nitisha Upadhye, 26 Apr 2025 11:51

Home EV charging. Octopus Energy lauches unlimited charging for £30 per month (image source: Pod Point)

Octopus Energy launches monthly unlimited electric car charging for just £30

One of the UK's energy providers, Octopus Energy, has unveiled a new "unlimited" EV charging plan for just £30 per month. The Intelligent Drive Pack can help electric car owners save almost 60 percent on 'fueling' costs compared t...

David Odejide, 26 Apr 2025 09:54

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has topped several charts in just a few days of being released (Image source: Bethesda)

Bethesda’s Oblivion Remastered surpasses 4 million players in record time

Despite minimal marketing, Bethesda’s surprise launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has drawn over 4 million players in just 5 days. The game, which is currently available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass,...

Nitisha Upadhye, 26 Apr 2025 09:15

Animon.ai has launched as a service to create 5-second anime video clips from still images using AI. (Image source: Animon)

Animon launches Animon.ai letting you AI-generate anime from pictures

The Animon generative AI service allows anime creators to create five-second video clips from still images, speeding up the process compared to hand-drawing each frame and allowing them to focus on storytelling rather than tedious...

David Chien, 26 Apr 2025 08:40

It looks as though Logitech will lighten up the G305 and shrink the G Pro X Superlight 2 in the coming months. (Image source: u/xDomni on Reddit)

2 legendary Logitech wireless gaming mice to get long-awaited updates: G305 Superlight, G Pro X Superlight Mini leak

Recent leaks point to a mini version of the popular Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 gaming mouse and a Superlight version of the affordable Logitech G305 Wireless.

Julian van der Merwe, 26 Apr 2025 07:47

Latest BIOS update brings back G-Sync support to the Legion Pro 7i 16 Gen 10 (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16 Gen 10 owners should update their BIOS to fix an important Nvidia feature

The OLED display is impressive with a laundry list of high-end features, but several units have been shipping with an older BIOS version without G-Sync support.

Allen Ngo, 26 Apr 2025 07:39

Those on the free plan of ChatGPT can now 'deep research' five times a month. (Image source: OpenAI)

OpenAI brings Deep Research to ChatGPT's free users

With the launch of a lightweight version of Deep Research, the most thorough tool within ChatGPT just became a little more cost-effective. Users now have access to twice as many deep research queries as they used to. Free users ar...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 26 Apr 2025 07:19

The Mova V50 Ultra Complete offers 24,000 Pa of suction power (Image source: Mova)

Powerful Mova V50 Ultra robot vacuum can climb obstacles and retract its laser tower to mop under your bed

A new Dreame flagship robot vacuum, the Mova V50 Ultra Complete, is debuting with a significant launch discount and a gift. This new model boasts features like 'thermal mopping with DuoSolution system', the ability to tackle obsta...

Anton Avdyushkin, 26 Apr 2025 06:54

The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 carry a premium price tag but are still cheaper than the Px8. (Image source: Bowers & Wilkins)

Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S3 headphones sport a new design and better noise cancellation for $429

The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 have a new design that's slimmer, lighter, and more comfortable. They also feature improved noise cancellation and better audio quality than the previous generation.

Habeeb Onawole, 26 Apr 2025 01:23

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 box (Image source: Bethesda Softworks)

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 sales show not all Xbox Game Pass games need the service

The Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 port is another cross-platform success. New sales data proves that PS5 versions of former Xbox exclusives can thrive. However, the numbers also suggest that not all Xbox Game Pass games n...

Adam Corsetti, 26 Apr 2025 01:14

The pretty much maxed-out OLED version of the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s AMD has dropped to $1,079 (Image source: Benjamin Herzig)

Deal | Lenovo ThinkPad P14s OLED with AMD Ryzen 7 Pro and 64GB RAM back on sale for 60% off

Thanks to a beautiful 2.8K OLED screen with 120Hz and good color reproduction, the ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 is a good option for multimedia users who also like the tough chassis of Lenovo's business laptops and mobile workstations.

Enrico Frahn, 25 Apr 2025 22:44

The Bravia A95L is a beautiful but expensive 77-inch OLED TV with a 120Hz Quantum-dot panel (Image source: Sony)

Deal | Sony Bravia A95L 77-inch OLED TV drops back to record-low price on Amazon

Although the Bravia A95L is still more expensive than the vast majority of 77-inch OLED TVs, some shoppers might be willing to pay a little bit extra for Sony's excellent image processing and motion handling.

Enrico Frahn, 25 Apr 2025 21:48

A promotional image for Alien Day 2025 on Steam, showcasing cover art from Alien Isolation, Aliens Dark Descent and Alien Rogue Incursion. (Image Source: Steam)

Steam Sale: Survival horror classic set aboard Sevastopol now $7.99

2014's cult classic survival horror game, Alien Isolation, is 80% off during the Alien Day franchise sale on Steam. The game has a Metacritic score of 79 and Overwhelmingly Positive reviews on Steam.

Rohith Bhaskar, 25 Apr 2025 21:21

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