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Figment 2 and Sky Racket will be free next week. Pictured: edited screenshot from Figment 2. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Epic Games confirms upcoming free games valued at nearly $40

With the refresh on the free game section, Epic Games Store has officially revealed the two free games that will be available on the storefront from July 10 to July 17, 2025. They have good player ratings and a combined value of $...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jul 2025 18:28

“No subscriptions. No loot boxes. No battle pass,” says Subnautica 2 dev. (Image Source: Unknown Worlds)

"Nothing has changed," Subnautica 2 devs reassure fans after leadership overhaul

Following Krafton’s sudden removal of Subnautica’s founding leadership, Unknown Worlds has issued a community letter reassuring fans that development on Subnautica 2 continues unchanged. The core team remains intact, Early Access ...

Nitisha Upadhye, 03 Jul 2025 18:28

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PS5 retail case game (Image source: Best Buy)

Death Stranding 2 forecasted to sell 1.4 million copies by end of June, as new PS5 games depend on the PS Store

Digital downloads of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach are anchoring sales for the anticipated PS5 game. A new Ampere estimate confirms how the popularity of the PS Store is overcoming slow physical purchases. Previous data from the...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Jul 2025 18:26

Helldivers 2 has been announced for the Xbox Series S|X (image source: Xbox)

Helldivers 2 finally launches on Xbox Series S|X a year after its PS5 release

Arrowhead and Sony have confirmed Helldivers 2 is finally landing on Xbox Series S|X. Pre-orders are now open, and the game will be playable in late August.

Anil Ganti, 03 Jul 2025 18:06

Deal | Epic Games Store: First July 2025 free game giveaway now available on Android and iOS

The Epic Games Store has started a new month by discounting a fresh game on Android and iOS to $0.00. Available from today in a deal worth a combined $11.98, Figment sees the storefront aligning its free game programs once again f...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 17:53

An early review reveals the GeForce RTX 5050 is slower than the GeForce RTX 4060. (Image source: Colorful)

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 trails Intel Arc B580 and barely beats Radeon RX 7600 in early review

An early review has now confirmed what the specifications already suggest: The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 is slower than last generation’s GeForce RTX 4060. Even the Intel Arc B580 outperforms the RTX 5050, whilst offering significan...

Hannes Brecher, 03 Jul 2025 17:35

The Redmi Note 14 Pro. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus surfaces ahead of rumored August launch

According to word on the grapevine, Xiaomi's next major launch event will be for the Redmi Note 15 series. The mid-range phones are expected to debut in China next month, and a device claimed to be the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus has a...

Ricci Rox, 03 Jul 2025 17:26

Phil Spencer (left), Sarah Bond (middle), and Matt Booty (right) in an Xbox podcast. (Image source: Xbox on YouTube)

Report: Microsoft tying to move towards AI agents amid mass layoffs

The mass layoffs at Microsoft have shut down a lot of upcoming projects and dismantled several established development teams. One developer has now stated that the company is looking to replace its workforce with AI agents whereve...

Vineet Washington, 03 Jul 2025 17:26

Apple is also believed to have adopted a new design for the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Concept image shown. (Image source: Majin Bu)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max battery capacity leaks with decent gains over current iPhone 16 Pro Max

It seems that the iPhone 17 Pro Max will be dethroning Apple's current battery life champ when it launches this September. According to a new leak, this year's model will match Samsung's own Galaxy S25 Ultra when it comes to batte...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 17:22

MSI has decided to offer its first AMD gaming handheld in a choice of two colours. (Image source: MSI)

New MSI Claw 8 Ryzen Edition receives surprise release before new Asus ROG Ally with global launch incoming

MSI has started selling its first AMD Ryzen-based gaming handheld in a rather surprising release. Sporting an 8-inch display and the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU that will eventually also be found inside the next Asus ROG Ally and the...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 17:14

The Xiaomi 33W Magnetic Power Bank 10000 Integrated Cable is now available in the UK. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 33W Magnetic Power Bank with integrated cable has just arrived in the UK

The Xiaomi 33W Magnetic Power Bank 10000 Integrated Cable has been released in the UK. This accessory offers wireless charging, with a phone held in place using magnets. There is also an integrated USB-C cable and USB-C port, with...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 17:13

Pictured - Garmin Instinct 2X Solar in the Coyote Tan colorway (left) and the Garmin Forerunner 255 in Tidal Blue (right). (Image source: Garmin)

Deal | Two of Garmin's best smartwatches are down to their lowest-ever prices on Amazon, thanks to big discounts

The Garmin Forerunner 255 (Tidal Blue) and Instinct 2X Solar (Coyote Tan) are now at their lowest Amazon prices yet, offering advanced training, solid outdoor features, and great battery life for under $199.99 and $349.99 respecti...

Anubhav Sharma, 03 Jul 2025 17:06

Turemetal's UP3 case is compact but packs outstanding heat dissipation potential (Image Source: ChipHell)

Intel's Core Ultra 7 265K desktop CPU runs at under 80° C in a Turemetal UP3 fanless mini-ITX case

The Intel Arrow Lake mid-range processors are power efficient enough to run at sub-80° C temperatures in a quality fanless mini- ITX case from Turemetal. More demanding loads could lead to 80° C temps, but day-to-day use cases do ...

Bogdan Solca, 03 Jul 2025 17:03

The Samsung Galaxy G Fold might be out of reach for most users (image source: Android Authority)

Galaxy G Fold: Specifications, design, and availability of Samsung's first multi-fold smartphone revealed by new leaks

Samsung's inaugural multi-folding smartphone, the Galaxy G Fold, might be available in limited quantities at launch. Its folding mechanism differs from that of the Mate XT Ultimate.

Anil Ganti, 03 Jul 2025 16:37

DxOMark has praised the Find X8 Ultra's overall camera performance. Pictured: the phone. (Image source: Oppo - edited)

DxOMark ranks Oppo Find X8 Ultra as best camera phone

The top-performing camera phone list on DxOMark has been updated, and besides introducing scores from the new test protocol, this update has put the Oppo Find X8 Ultra in the first position.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jul 2025 16:21

The narco sea drone directed by Starlink off the Carribean coast. (Image source: Armada de Colombia)

Starlink-guided narco sea drone caught doing test run with two dishes

The two-way satellite communication that Starlink dishes provide could prove key for unmanned narco traffic semi-submersibles. The sea drone equipped with Starlink guidance was caught empty during a test run.

Daniel Zlatev, 03 Jul 2025 16:20

The Vivo X200 FE and X Fold5 are set to arrive in India within a fortnight. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X Fold5: Vivo confirms international release date for new foldable alongside X200 FE compact flagship

Vivo is gearing to bring two of its latest flagships to more markets. Beating Honor to the punch, Vivo has now confirmed that its X Fold5 foldable will land in India later this month in a simultaneous release with the smaller X200...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 16:16

Xiaomi’s new power bank with integrated cable (pictured) has arrived in the UK. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Power Bank 20000mAh now available in the UK

Xiaomi has launched the Power Bank 20000mAh in the UK. This portable accessory allows you to charge three devices simultaneously thanks to two USB ports and an integrated USB-C cable. The product is also expected to be released in...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 16:13

The Dreame Strip Lights could compete with the Govee RGBIC LED Strip Light (pictured). (Image source: Govee)

New Dreame smart lights appear in CSA database

The Dreame Light Bulb L11 and the Dreame Strip Lights P11 have appeared in the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) database. These smart lighting products are now certified for Matter version 1.3. While Dreame has yet to officia...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 16:01

Screenshot from footage of the battle royale mode from Battlefield 6. (Image source: temporyal on X)

Battlefield 6 free-to-play battle royale leak suggests California setting and more

Battlefield 6 has been subject to a lot of leaks ahead of its reveal later this year. The game will feature a free-to-play battle royale mode which, if the leaks are accurate, will be set in California.

Vineet Washington, 03 Jul 2025 16:00

The Dahon K-Feather e-bike features a 3-step folding design (Image source: Dahon)

Dahon K-Feather: Dahon’s first super-lightweight e-bike launches with foldable design and 40 km range

Dahon has introduced a new K-Feather electric bike in North America and Europe. This is Dahon’s first super-lightweight folding e-bike that weighs just 12 kg (26.4 lbs). It also features a 250 W rear hub motor with 32 Nm of torque...

Abhinav Fating, 03 Jul 2025 15:54

The Galaxy Z Fold7 can already be seen in its four launch colours via these leaked first-party cases. (Image source: via NieuweMobiel)

Fresh Galaxy Z Fold7 leak reveals Samsung's official cases with kickstands and Qi2 charging support

A new leak has confirmed that Samsung is preparing a slew of new cases for its Honor Magic V5, Oppo Find N5 and Vivo X Fold5 rival. Set to retail for up to €89 (~$105), the cases add features like built-in kickstands, Qi2 charging...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 15:36

The Moto G96 looks like a lot of other recent Moto G and Motorola Edge releases. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G96 launches with four Pantone colours and 144 Hz OLED display

The Moto G96 is Motorola's latest entry in its burgeoning Moto G series. Taking from last year's Edge 50 Fusion in many areas, the Moto G96 adds a 144 Hz display and a 5,500 mAh battery to the mix, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 15:26

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is not expected to represent the leap from older models that Samsung fans may have hoped for, Galaxy S25 Ultra pictured. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Galaxy S26 Ultra: New rumours paint a disappointing picture for Samsung's next high-end smartphone

A range of sources have shed new light on the Galaxy S26 Ultra months before its official release. Unfortunately, Samsung is expected to skip upgrades in crucial areas, unlike rivals like Oppo, Vivo and Xiaomi.

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 15:17

Star Wars Outlaws running on a MacBook Pro M3 Max using Crossover Preview and Game Porting Toolkit 3.0 via D3DMetal translation on macOS Tahoe (Image source: YouTube/Andrew Tsai)

macOS Tahoe update enables Star Wars Outlaws, Horizon Forbidden West, and more to run on Apple Silicon via Crossover

Apple’s latest macOS Tahoe update, paired with new tools, is quietly changing what’s possible for gaming on Apple Silicon.

Anmol Dubey, 03 Jul 2025 15:05

Until July 10, Schedule I is available on Steam with a 30% discount. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam Summer Sale: First discount for hit simulation that mixes Breaking Bad and South Park – nearly 200K reviews, 98% positive

If you’ve ever been curious about the life of a drug dealer, Schedule I offers a gritty glimpse into that world. This dealer simulation has earned high praise on Steam and is now discounted for the first time as part of the Summer...

Marius Müller, 03 Jul 2025 14:48

The Alienware 18 comes out ahead of the competition more often than not when it comes to gaming performance (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Alienware 18 Area-51 outperforms nearly all other gaming laptops and we have the benchmarks to prove it

Not all GeForce RTX 5090 laptops are created equal. If you want the fastest version of the GPU, then the Alienware 18 Area-51 should be on the top of your list.

Allen Ngo, 03 Jul 2025 14:41

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 debuts on July 9 (image source: @Jukanlosreve on X)

Galaxy Z Fold 7 real-world images show off impressively thin body

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 has been shown off in real life ahead of its July 9 launch. As stated in my multiple leaks, it is remarkably thin, but its exact dimensions cannot be determined at this time.

Anil Ganti, 03 Jul 2025 14:18

The Xiaomi USB-C braided cable (pictured) supports 240W fast charging. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi braided USB-C cable for up to 240W fast charging launching globally

The Xiaomi 6A High-Speed USB4 Braided USB-C to USB-C Cable (1m) has been spotted on the brand’s global website. Already available in China, this accessory is said to deliver up to 240W fast charging. It can also be used for data t...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 14:14

The Citizen 30th Anniversary Eco-Drive model (pictured) has a cloud-like pattern on the blue washi paper dial. (Image source: Citizen)

Citizen reveals new limited edition Eco-Drive watch with washi paper dial

The Citizen 30th Anniversary Eco-Drive model AQ4106-26L has been unveiled. This is a limited edition watch made with premium materials like DLC-coated titanium and sapphire crystal glass, and it features a washi paper dial. The ti...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 14:12

The US pricing of the Casio Edifice EFK100D watches (EFK100CD-1A pictured) has leaked. (Image source: Casio)

Casio Edifice EFK100D: US pricing for new mechanical watches leaks

Three of Casio’s Edifice EFK100D series watches appear to be on the way to the US. These watches are listed on the brand’s international website, and pricing information and release window for the US market seem to have been leake...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 14:09

Huawei's Stelato S9 premium electric sedan partnership. (Image source: Stelato)

Solid-state battery patent by Huawei cites the longest EV range so far and 5-minute charging

Chinese companies are now responsible for more than a third of solid-state battery patents filed annually. Out of the blue, Huawei has filed for a solid-state battery chemistry that can offer up to 3,000 km of range and ultrafast ...

Daniel Zlatev, 03 Jul 2025 14:04

AMD CEO Lisa Su showcases a Ryzen processor. Her 2025 pay package has been raised to $33 million. (Image source: AMD)

AMD boosts CEO Lisa Su’s paycheck to $33M — still below Nvidia’s Huang

AMD has raised CEO Lisa Su’s compensation to $33 million for the upcoming year, including a base salary increase to $1.32 million. However, her new package remains well below that of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, whose total pay has su...

Andrew Sozinov, 03 Jul 2025 14:04

Home Assistant 2025.7 brings a new Ask Question action for Assist, which can run on the Voice Preview Edition (pictured). (Image source: Home Assistant)

Home Assistant 2025.7 release brings new Ask Question action

Home Assistant’s 2025.7 release has arrived for users. This latest version of the smart home automation software brings a new Ask Question action, allowing the voice assistant to ask users questions. Other changes include redesign...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 13:42

The Magic V5 should edge the Oppo Find N5 on performance thanks to its 8-core Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, former pictured. (Image source: Honor)

Update | Honor Magic V5 foldable now available as direct import

Updated: Giztop and Wonda Mobile also reveal Magic V5 import prices. The Magic V5 matches the new Vivo X Fold5 as the world's lightest foldable at just 217 g. Also slimmed down to 8.8 mm for its latest release, the new Magic V fea...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 13:19

AMD Zen 6 desktop CPUs are expected to rely on up to two 12-core CCDs. (Image source: AMD, Moore's Law is Dead)

New AMD Zen 6 IPC leak outs exciting multi-layer 3D V-Cache and promising IPC gain over Zen 5

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 CPUs could bring a double-digit IPC uplift over Zen 5. Serial leaker Moore's Law Is Dead has claimed that the Zen 6 CPU architecture brings up to a 9% "FP" IPC gain over Zen 5. Combined with more cache and muc...

Fawad Murtaza, 03 Jul 2025 13:18

Deal | Epic Games Store's new free game giveaways now available for macOS and Windows but only for a limited time

The Epic Games Store has refreshed its free game program with two new titles for Windows. Also available on macOS, Backpack Hero is a roguelike game that can be picked up for free alongside the Windows-only release of action-adven...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 13:15

The mod-friendly nature and official GrapheneOS support make Pixel phones the go-to devices for these groups. Pictured: Pixel 9 series smartphones. (Image source: Google)

Catalan cops link Google Pixel phones to organized crime

Google's Pixel phones are apparently quite popular among criminals and gang members in Catalonia, Spain. The Catalan cops state that Google smartphones with GrapheneOS are a common tool among organized crime groups due to the adva...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jul 2025 13:13

The Flip 1S DS and KB should officially launch between July 7 and July 13. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo Flip 1S: Ayaneo reveals imminent launch date for two new OLED gaming handhelds

Ayaneo has revealed that its latest gaming handhelds will be available later this month after all. This time, the company has narrowed down when the Flip 1S will officially launch in both its dual-screen and built-in keyboard vari...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2025 13:05

The optical sensor technology of Garmin wearables could be further expanded. (Symbolic image, image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Patent reveals that Garmin is working on method that could measure hematocrit and dehydration levels in future

Garmin is hoping to significantly expand the functionality of its wearables in regard to certain health parameters. Specifically, it plans to use optical sensors to measure the percentage of red blood cells. However, as is often t...

Silvio Werner, 03 Jul 2025 12:29

The Citizen AQ4100-65M (pictured) has the eagle motif engraved on the crown, dial, and caseback. (Image source: Citizen)

Citizen launches AQ4100-65M Eco-Drive titanium watch with hand-dyed washi dial

Citizen's AQ4100-65M is a new limited-edition Eco-Drive watch featuring a hand-dyed Tosa washi dial, ±5 sec/year accuracy, and Super Titanium case. Only 550 units will be released worldwide in July 2025.

Anubhav Sharma, 03 Jul 2025 12:08

Although watch0S 26 does not improve battery life, it still at least warns users when power consumption is too high. (Image source: Apple)

watchOS 26: Apple Watch to warn users about excessive power consumption

Apple has always advertised a battery life of just 18 hours on its watches, ranging from the first generation Apple Watch all the way up to the current Apple Watch Series 10. The big update to watchOS 26 also does not do anything ...

Hannes Brecher, 03 Jul 2025 11:58

Illustration of the first interstellar asteroid ever discovered, 1I/ʻOumuamua. (Image source: ESO, M. Kornmesser)

An interstellar object is currently traveling through our solar system at 60 km per second

A new interstellar object is currently traveling through the center of our solar system at an incredible speed. New observations to be made this year will provide a better understanding of its origin and composition.

Alexis Stegmann, 03 Jul 2025 11:23

The Xiaomi Smart Ceiling Light D20. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi Smart Ceiling Light with radar presence sensor rolls out in Europe

Xiaomi has released the Smart Ceiling Light D20 in one European country and has indicated that it will be rolled out across the region. This is a motion-triggered smart light, thanks to an integrated radar sensor. Other features i...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 11:22

Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9MK2 flagship ANC earbuds launch with a UV sterilization case, Snapdragon Sound, and Hi-Res Audio. (Image source: Audio-Technica)

Audio-Technica unveils flagship ATH-TWX9MK2 ANC earbuds with Pure Motion Drivers, deep-UV sterilization charging case, and relaxing nature sounds

Audio-Technica has announced the flagship ATH-TWX9MK2 earbuds, featuring Pure Motion Drivers and aptX Adaptive Audio for high-resolution music playback, and hybrid ANC with feed-forward and feed-backward MEMS microphones. Useful f...

David Chien, 03 Jul 2025 11:11

Lenovo Legion 5 15AHP G10 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Lenovo ships the Legion 5 15 with one of the best OLED panels available

Lenovo really stepped up its OLED game and now offers multiple series with excellent OLED screens. This is also the case for the new mainstream gaming laptop Legion 5 15, where the 165 Hz OLED offers superb image quality while gam...

Andreas Osthoff, 03 Jul 2025 11:00

Vivo 200 Ultra review. (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Anyone who takes portrait photos with their smartphone will love the Vivo X200 Ultra

The high-end phone from Vivo is perfect for photos of children or friends. Thanks to the special focal length of the main camera, portraits are more natural than with a Galaxy S25 Ultra or iPhone 16 Pro. But the Vivo phone also im...

Marcus Herbrich, 03 Jul 2025 09:49

The Cuktech 15 Air costs around $37.54 in China. Pictured: the power bank. (Image source: Cuktech)

Cuktech launches new affordable power bank with large SiC battery and 100 W fast charging

The Cuktech 15 Air is now official in China. It's a 15,000 mAh power bank with a compact form factor, and it achieves the small size by using a SiC battery. The launch price of this 100 W portable charger is CNY 269, around $37.54...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jul 2025 09:20

Bam Margera, the Doom Slayer, and rising Olympic stars join the iconic lineup. (Image Source: Activision)

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 release date, availability, and more

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 launches July 11, 2025, remastering the PS2-era classics for modern platforms with upgraded visuals, crossplay multiplayer, and an expanded roster of skaters. The remake skips the free-roam Career Mode...

Nitisha Upadhye, 03 Jul 2025 09:05

The Infinix Hot 60i comes in sleek black, titanium silver, shadow blue, neon red, meadow green, and soul eye purple colorways (Image source: Infinix)

Infinix Hot 60i debuts with 120 Hz display and Helio G81 Ultimate chipset

Infinix has announced its latest entry-level smartphone, the Hot 60i. The company’s new smartphone is equipped with MediaTek’s budget-range Helio G81 Ultimate chipset, a 120 Hz display, and a decent 5,160 mAh battery. The device a...

Abhinav Fating, 03 Jul 2025 09:02

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