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The environmental sensor for SuperLink (Image source: Ubiquiti Networks)

Ubiquiti launches first SuperLink sensor with six years of battery life

Ubiquiti has started shipping its first products for the proprietary SuperLink protocol. To start, an environmental sensor is available and can be paired with a siren. Seven additional SuperLink products are expected to launch by ...

Andreas Sebayang, 29 Aug 2025 22:14

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 laptop seen on desktop (Image source: Benjamin Herzig)

Deal | This Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 deal sees 14-inch OLED business laptop discounted by $1250

The durability of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon series is more accessible at its $1,569 sale price. A reduced weight and crisp 14-inch OLED display are highlights of this Lenovo laptop. Enterprising users on the go will also encou...

Adam Corsetti, 29 Aug 2025 22:04

Honor MagicBook Art 14 2025 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Honor's new MagicBook Art 14 2025 has a better keyboard than modern ThinkPads

Honor managed to improve the keyboard of the new MagicBook Art 14 2025 even further, despite the slim chassis construction. The result is a more comfortable typing experience than on modern ThinkPads, which used to the gold standa...

Andreas Osthoff, 29 Aug 2025 21:57

The Icepi Zero is a very compact SBC (Image source: Icy Electronics)

Icepi Zero: Intriguing Raspberry Pi alternative now crowdfunding

The Icepi Zero is a new and compact single-board computer, which is likely to compete with the corresponding SBCs from the Raspberry Pi Foundation. However, there are clear technical differences between these products.

Silvio Werner, 29 Aug 2025 21:49

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 teaser video throws a jab at Apple. (Image source: Samsung | edited by Notebookcheck)

Galaxy Z Fold 7: Samsung makes fun of Apple in new promo video

Once again, South Korean manufacturer Samsung's latest Galaxy Z Fold 7 advertising video makes fun of the fact that Apple still does not have a foldable in its portfolio. It also alludes to the iPhone's lack of versatility as a ha...

Matthias Zellmer, 29 Aug 2025 21:47

From left to right (pictured): Casio Edifice EFR-S108DE-3AV, EFR-S108DE-2AV, and the EFR-S108DE-8AV. (Image source: Casioblog)

Casio Edifice EFRS108DE stainless-steel watches with textured dials now purchasable in the US with limited stock

Casio’s new EFR-S108DE series Edifice watches are now available in the US for $180. They feature a slim stainless-steel build, sapphire crystal, 100m water resistance, and 3 textured dial options.

Anubhav Sharma, 29 Aug 2025 21:45

A screengrab of Ghost of Yotei from State of Play (image source: PlayStation YT)

Sucker Punch announces Ghost of Yotei has gone gold a month before October release date

The game, which is due to release on the 2nd of October, now has a final version that has been greenlit by the developer and submitted to Sony for its publishing needs.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 29 Aug 2025 21:42

A Pova Slim teaser. (Image source: Tecno)

Tecno sets date to bring World's Slimmest 5G Smartphone to India

Tecno India has announced that it is about to unleash the "world's thinnest smartphone" - or rather, the device that will fit that description on its September 2025 launch date. The Pova Slim is indeed projected to be as thin as t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2025 21:35

A chart showing Cyberpunk 2077's Nintendo Switch 2 sales ratio in both physical and digital mediums (image source: CD Projekt Red)

CD Projekt Red's earnings report reveals that Cyberpunk 2077 saw 75.4% of Nintendo Switch 2 buyers opt for a physical copy

The statistics further cement feedback from various quarters about the popularity of physical media for AAA releases, even as Nintendo grapples with criticism for its Game Key Card approach as an alternative.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 29 Aug 2025 21:28

The timings for RGG Summit 2025 (image source: SEGA)

SEGA announces RGG Summit 2025 ahead of Tokyo Game Show as new Like A Dragon title unveiling expected

The RGG Summit 2025 is expected to highlight both titles currently in development and updates on future releases, as well as details on new IP from the developer ahead of the annual Tokyo Games Show.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 29 Aug 2025 21:14

Ghosting due to slower black-white response times is more noticeable on the cheaper 16 Aurora (Image source: Alienware)

Alienware 16 Aurora entails a hidden disadvantage when compared to the 16X Aurora

Dell doesn't explicitly state it in its specifications, but ghosting or smearing is more prevalent on the cheaper 16 Aurora due to its slower black-white and gray-gray response times.

Allen Ngo, 29 Aug 2025 21:14

Realme tipped to launch true Xiaomi 16 Ultra rival with 200MP zoom lens

Devices such as the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra compete for the top spot on smartphone camera rankings with the industry's most powerful periscope zoom rear cameras, optimized via high-profile partnersh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2025 20:59

An in-game screenshot from Helldivers 2 (image source: Xbox Wire)

Helldivers 2's peak player count has pushed past 500,000 thanks to its recent release on Xbox

Helldiver 2's excellent reception on the Xbox platform has allowed the series to push past the coveted 500,000 concurrent players mark, thanks in part to a Helldivers 2 x Halo ODST Warbond.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 29 Aug 2025 20:29

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond gameplay screenshot. (Image source: Nintendo)

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond release date leaked and it's sooner than expected

A Russian video game store may have leaked the release date for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. The game could arrive on September 18, about a week after the rumored Direct event.

Vineet Washington, 29 Aug 2025 20:21

The new USB-C adapter. (Image source: Volta)

Volta previews magnetic USB-C adapter with Thunderbolt 5

Volta's next gadget will allow a user to charge iPhones that still have Lightning ports and devices that still have microUSB ports using a single USB-C cable. It is touted to go beyond the average magnetic adapter with support for...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2025 20:08

Artistic render of Intel's Nova Lake CPU. (Image source: Google Gemini)

Intel admits it 'fumbled' with Arrow Lake but is confident about upcoming Nova Lake SKUs

Arrow Lake was a clear miss from Intel and the company has also admitted that it did not have a good offering in 2025. That being said, it is more hopeful about its Nova Lake chips coming next year.

Vineet Washington, 29 Aug 2025 19:47

The James Webb Space Telescope (Image source: NASA)

After 200 years, Webb manages to image the extra-hot central star of Caldwell 69

NGC 6302 — also known as the Butterfly Nebula or Caldwell 69 — is known for having an elusive core, thanks to the warm dust cloud blocking it. Webb’s latest look at the nebula’s structure has helped scientists pierce into that clo...

Chibuike Okpara, 29 Aug 2025 19:08

Vivo is now expected to maintain an October release for its next X series flagship smartphones, X200 pictured. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 Pro launch timeline tipped with international release on the cards

The Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro are expected to be two of several early smartphones to showcase MediaTek's new Dimensity 9500 chipset. Now, a leaker has indicated when both smartphones will be available, just after Vivo teased cam...

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 19:00

Lenovo's new Thunderbolt 5 dock appears to be relatively compact given the ports it contains. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

ThinkPad Smart Dock 7500: Lenovo's new Thunderbolt 5 dock leaks before September 2025 launch

A reliable leaker has provided a first look at Lenovo's ThinkPad dock equipped with Thunderbolt 5 ports. Dubbed the ThinkPad Smart Dock 7500, the dock appears to feature numerous ports, including dual Thunderbolt 5 connections tha...

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 18:42

The characters from Quake Champions. (Image source: Bethesda)

id Software could be working on a new FPS, or finally bringing back an old one

id Software is looking for a features programmer with strong experience in FPS games. It could be for a new IP, or revival of an old classic, or even a new instalment in the Rage series.

Vineet Washington, 29 Aug 2025 18:13

Acer's latest set-top box combines Google TV with a wide range of connectivity options. (Image source: Acer)

Acer unveils Google TV streaming box with six ports and microSD card reader

Acer's latest set-top box purportedly supports virtually every relevant streaming app via Google TV, but what really sets it apart is its surprisingly wide range of connections, including USB-A, USB-C and Ethernet.

Hannes Brecher, 29 Aug 2025 18:10

Anker is reportedly launching new earbuds soon. (Symbolic image, Soundcore P40i, image source: Anker)

Anker Soundcore P31i: Soon-to-be-launched earbuds support LDAC and ANC

Anker is once again launching new wireless earbuds under the Soundcore brand. These are said to support LDAC, enabling low-to-lossless data transmission, and feature active ambient noise cancellation.

Silvio Werner, 29 Aug 2025 18:08

The Fenix 7 has gone months without receiving a new stable software update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin introduces new update for older high-end smartwatches as new stable release looms

Garmin has released a new update to several of its older high-end smartwatches. Rolling out globally on its Beta Program, Beta Version 23.16 precedes a much larger stable software update that appears to be on the horizon.

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 18:07

Smartphone with YouTube app. (Image source: noyb)

NGO acheives legal victory over YouTube after 5.5 years on issue of access to user data

Google has managed to delay a simple data protection ruling for more than five years through various delaying tactics. A decision has now finally been made, and Google, or rather YouTube, must act, unless the company decides to ap...

Christian Hintze, 29 Aug 2025 18:04

Lenovo has developed a notebook with a display that can be rotated into portrait mode. (Image source: Evan Blass, edited)

Leak reveals Lenovo laptop with rotating display

Following Lenovo's launch of a laptop with a rollable display, a leak has revealed a Lenovo ThinkBook with a display that can be quickly rotated into portrait mode. Lenovo Project Pivo is expected to be officially unveiled at IFA ...

Hannes Brecher, 29 Aug 2025 18:02

What can you expect in terms of camera quality from a smartphone that costs very little?

Budget smartphone cameras: What buyers can expect

In a budget smartphone, such as the Samsung Galaxy A06, cost-cutting is often necessary. This is often particularly evident in the camera hardware. What should buyers expect, and what expectations are unreasonable?

Florian Schmitt, 29 Aug 2025 18:01

650 "Very Positive" reviews in 1 day: Ninja Gaiden-inspired action game hits Steam, topping charts

A new 2D-action plaformer - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance - has launched on Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features side-scrolling and arena combat with skill trees and upgrades. Reviews are largely positive.

Anubhav Sharma, 29 Aug 2025 17:51

7 more devices will get the update on September 17, 2025. Pictured: a demo of new file sharing feature on HyperOS 3. (Image source: Xiaomi)

First HyperOS 3 beta update officially rolls out to eight Xiaomi phones and tablets

The Xiaomi HyperOS 3 beta program is now live, and a total of eight eligible phones and tablets have received the first test build of the Android 16 skin. The Redmi K80 Pro and Xiaomi 15 are among the first smartphones to get the ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 29 Aug 2025 17:36

The FA65G features custom CPU and GPU coolers and a rare MXM GPU setup. (Image Source: 小明白 on Youtube)

2.5 liter FA65G mini PC powered by AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and rare RTX 4080/5000 Ada MXM dGPUs demoed by FEVM

Thanks to some ingenious custom coolers and motherboard design, FEVM manages to squeeze a desktop-grade Ryzen 7 9800X3D along with an RTX 4080 LP or RTX 5000 LP Ada GPUs in MXM form-factor into a 2.5 liter chassis inspired by Appl...

Bogdan Solca, 29 Aug 2025 17:19

The Google Pixel 10 Pro and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL. (Image source: Google)

Deal | Google Pixel 10 Pro launch deal brings $200 promo in the form of Amazon gift card

To celebrate the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the bendy Pixel 10 Pro Fold launch, Google is offering a suite of discounts, promotions, and trade-in bonuses. One of the best Google Pixel 10 deals, however, is availa...

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Aug 2025 17:18

Until September 1, Torchlight 2 is available on Steam at 80% off for $3.99. (Image source: Steam / Torchlight2.com)

Deal | "Anti-Diablo": This action RPG delivers where Diablo falls short – now under $4

If you’re after more freedom in customizing your character than Diablo usually provides, Torchlight 2 might be just what you need. It’s currently 80% off on Steam, bringing the price down to $3.99.

Marius Müller, 29 Aug 2025 17:18

The ThinkVision P40WD-40 should officially debut next week during IFA 2025. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

P40WD-40: New Lenovo ThinkVision monitor leaks with Thunderbolt 4 and 120 Hz refresh rate for professionals

A new ultra-wide professional monitor is on its way. Allegedly arriving next week at IFA 2025 in Berlin, multiple details about the Lenovo ThinkVision P40WD-40 have already emerged online, including its design, pricing and specifi...

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 17:16

SWORN is free to play on Steam between August 29 and September 1. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Medieval Hades with Co-op: New roguelike free for a limited time

SWORN drops players into a medieval world inspired by Camelot, combining classic roguelike gameplay with co-op for up to four players – a twist that sets it apart from titles like Hades. The game is free to try this weekend.

Marius Müller, 29 Aug 2025 17:13

Honka Nexus Anima banner with flying mount (Image source: Cognosphere, MiHoYo with edits)

A new HoYoverse Pokémon-inspired game could violate same Nintendo patent as Palworld

Honka: Nexus Anima is a creature-hunter with similarities to Nintendo’s Pokémon games. The new HoYoverse title may infringe on the mounting patent used in the Palworld lawsuit. An IP consultant considers the patent too broad, sinc...

Adam Corsetti, 29 Aug 2025 17:02

Torsin features a compact chassis with an unconventional round trackpad. (Image source: Torsin)

Mini-laptop with round trackpad and 360-degree hinge available on Kickstarter for $378

Torsin is a compact convertible designed to stand out with its 10.5-inch touchscreen, Intel processor and unique round trackpad. Thanks to its 360-degree hinge, the laptop can also function as both a Windows tablet and an e-reader...

Hannes Brecher, 29 Aug 2025 16:41

The ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 and ThinkPad P16V Gen 3 should both reach IFA 2025 next week. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Leaker reveals which Lenovo ThinkPad laptops are coming to IFA 2025

With IFA 2025 just around the corner, Evan Blass has revealed that Lenovo will be bringing over half a dozen new ThinkPad laptops to the Berlin-based event, including the long-awaited ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 and ThinkPad P16v Gen 3.

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 16:29

Google Pixel 10 can now send tweets from space. (Image source: Google)

Starlink tweets from space can now be sent on Google Pixel 10 and Samsung Z Flip 7

Google's Pixel 10 series and the 2025 crop of Samsung foldables have become the first phones to officially use the X app for sending messages without cellular coverage. Besides Google's Pixel phones, the first Starlink-powered twe...

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Aug 2025 16:27

Best AI Workstation Processors 2025: Why AMD Ryzen Beats Intel for Local AI Computing for now!

Local AI is changing how organisations work: lower latency, predictable costs, and stronger GDPR control—ideal for business laptops and workstations in hybrid, home, and remote setups. This guide helps SMB and enterprise teams pic...

Advertisin‎g, 29 Aug 2025 16:19

The Ayaneo AM01S leans heavily on a nostalgic aesthetic. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo AM01S: Nostalgic new mini-PC released with up to AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and 32 GB RAM

Ayaneo is now selling a new mini-PC globally with a built-in display. Available with up to AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and 32 GB RAM, the Ayaneo AM01S features a highly nostalgic design that comes in a choice of two finishes.

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 15:55

Xiaomi’s new Mijia Central Air Conditioner (pictured) has arrived in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi releases new smart air conditioner with optional presence sensor

The Xiaomi Mijia Central Air Conditioner Super Energy Saving Duct Unit has been launched in China. Two versions are available, 3HP and 4HP, offering different air circulation volumes and annual performance factors. While they come...

Polly Allcock, 29 Aug 2025 15:49

Tuxedo InfinityBook Pro 14 Gen10 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Fast AMD processor, up to 128 GB RAM and Linux - The InfinityBook Pro 14 leaves a good impression in our review

While many ultrabooks use soldered RAM and only offer a limited number of ports, the InfinityBook Pro 14 from Tuxedo is the complete opposite. It is easy to upgrade the memory, you can install two full-size SSDs and there are plen...

Andreas Osthoff, 29 Aug 2025 15:18

The Edge 60 Neo is the sixth Edge 60 model that Motorola has created to date. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Motorola Edge 60 Neo: New mid-range smartphone surfaces in three launch colours before rumoured September 2025 launch

A reliable leaker has shared the first photos of a new mid-range Motorola smartphone. Allegedly arriving early next month, the Edge 60 Neo would be the sixth Edge 60 smartphone that Motorola has announced so far.

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 15:15

The Game Bub comes in Transparent Purple and White editions at launch. (Image source: Eli Lipsitz)

Game Bub: New horizontal gaming handheld launches for Game Boy and Game Boy Advance cartridge fans

The Game Bub is finally available to purchase. A horizontal FPGA gaming handheld and free of being associated with an arms dealer like one of its rivals, the Game Bub is available to back on Crowd Supply in a choice of Transparent...

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 15:10

xAI launches agentic coding model that is fast and cheap

xAI has launched a new model — grok-code-fast-1 — which it says is a fast and cost-efficient model, built to handle the daily tasks of software developers, focusing on speed and real-world usability.

Chibuike Okpara, 29 Aug 2025 14:45

The Exynos 2600 could be a return to form for Samsung. (Image Source: Samsung)

Exynos 2600 resurfaces on Geekbench with impressive performance and higher clock speeds

Samsung's next-gen flagship chipset, the Exynos 2600, has now made another appearance on Geekbench. The chipset, coded as "S5E9965", stuns—delivering single-core and multi-core numbers noticeably higher than the Snapdragon 8 Elite...

Ricci Rox, 29 Aug 2025 14:36

Official OnePlus 13 teaser. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15 color options and memory configurations leaked

The OnePlus 15 is expected to debut in the coming months in China. Ahead of the launch, a leak has detailed the memory configurations of the upcoming flagship. It also suggests that the device will be offered in purple, along with...

Huzefa Baloch, 29 Aug 2025 14:33

The Dreame electric hyper car concept. (Image source: Dreame)

Dreame robotic vacuum maker to launch world's fastest luxury car with record setting 200,000 rpm motors

Challenging Tesla Roadster 2, BYD U9, or Rimac Nevera R comes the Dreame robotic vacuum and mower brand to take on the world of electric hyper cars. Dreame's certification of the world's first 200,000 rpm motor will serve as the b...

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Aug 2025 14:20

Google’s Health Connect app (pictured) could soon offer nicotine and alcohol consumption tracking. (Image source: Google)

New Health Connect data tracking features spotted

Two new features could be on the way to the Google Health Connect app. The code behind a recent version of the Android app points to upcoming tools to help users track their usage of some substances. While the basic functionality ...

Polly Allcock, 29 Aug 2025 14:16

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