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The Oppo Watch X3 offers eSIM connectivity.

Oppo launches new high-end smartwatch with up to 16 days battery life

The Oppo Watch X3 is a new high-end smartwatch packing a bright LTPO OLED display and extended battery life. Available in three colours, the Watch X3 is compatible with Android and iOS devices too.

Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2026 14:58

Xbox announces 12 new games coming to Game Pass this month

Microsoft has announced the next batch of games that Xbox Game Pass members will be able to download and play this month. The lineup includes Resident Evil 7, The Long Dark, and more.

Abdul Haddi, 17 Mar 2026 14:49

The Find N6 will not be officially available in Europe.

New ultra-premium foldable released with satellite connectivity with state of global availability confirmed

Oppo has now released its latest premium foldable smartphone. Available initially in its home market, Oppo has also confirmed the state of global availability. The Oppo Find N6 comes with optional satellite connectivity in its home market, too.

Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2026 14:38

The Citizen NH7530-52M on a person's wrist.

Deal | From $675 to $286: This Citizen stainless-steel automatic watch with sapphire crystal scores massive 58% discount

Citizen’s NH7530 automatic watch is down to $286 on Amazon, currently matching its lowest tracked price. Sporting a 42 mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 100 m water resistance, it sits well below its ~$446 average.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Mar 2026 14:32

TCL reveals new ultra-flagship 163” Micro LED TV

The TCL Max163M and Max163M Pro 163” Micro LED TVs have been unveiled in China. The latter is described by the brand as an ultra-flagship model, with a 120Hz refresh rate and over 10,000 nits brightness.

Polly Allcock, 17 Mar 2026 14:23

The Poco X8 Pro runs HyperOS 3 out of the box.

Poco X8 Pro: Xiaomi releases new mid-range smartphone for $299

Xiaomi has launched the Poco X8 Pro globally. Initially priced at $299, the new mid-range smartphone combines a bright AMOLED display with a 50 MP primary camera and a large battery capacity within a 6.59-inch housing.

Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2026 14:00

Xiaomi sells the Poco X8 Pro Max in three colours globally.

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max receives global release with 120 Hz AMOLED display and massive battery

The Poco X8 Pro Max is now available globally. Packing an 8,500 mAh battery and a 9,000 mAh battery in India, the Poco X8 Pro Max also features other high-end hardware that belies its sub-$500 launch price.

Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2026 14:00

The Iron Man Edition is exclusive to the Poco X8 Pro.

Xiaomi launches new special edition smartphone globally

Xiaomi's latest special edition is now official. The recipient of a global release, the new device is aimed squarely at Marvel fans. The Iron Man Edition includes numerous touches to help distinguish it from the regular Poco X8 Pro, too.

Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2026 14:00

Garmin’s Instinct 3 Alpine Rush Collection smartwatches

New limited edition Garmin smartwatches on the way

The Garmin Instinct 3 Alpine Rush Collection smartwatches will be released in the near future. These four recently revealed wearables are said to be limited edition, with features that include an LED flashlight and a metal-reinforced bezel.

Polly Allcock, 17 Mar 2026 13:38

The Retroid Pocket G2 has been discontinued, albeit temporarily, five months after its release.

Retroid discontinues its 5-month-old handheld; raises price of another

Retroid seems to have been severely hit by the increase in memory prices. A few weeks after raising the price of the Pocket 6, the manufacturer says it will no longer produce the Pocket G2. It has also raised the price tag of the Pocket Classic.

Habeeb Onawole, 17 Mar 2026 13:11

Dreame launches new powerful robot vacuum with Matter support

The Dreame L50s Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum is now available in Europe, with a discount for some customers. This new model is a cheaper alternative to another of the brand’s devices, though with significantly upgraded suction power.

Polly Allcock, 17 Mar 2026 13:09

New Dreame smart display with Wi-Fi and Zigbee arrives

Dreame has launched its new Smart Control Screen S6 in China. The smart home product combines an IPS screen with a stepless dial, allowing you to control a wide range of connected devices.

Polly Allcock, 17 Mar 2026 13:01

Br OS 13.4 Linux now available based on Debian 13.4 Trixie

Debian-based Br OS 13.4 now available

Once built upon Ubuntu, Brazil-based Br OS is now using Debian as its foundation, and the latest update is less than a day old. While there is no official news yet, it is safe to assume that version 13.4 takes the whole experience one step forward with updated apps, a new kernel, and maybe also a few surprises.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Mar 2026 12:47

Klumpen adds solar, shower, satellite internet and much more to off-grid housing

Klumpen is designed to make a house independent of the grid and add a photovoltaic system including battery, a heat pump, hot water, a kitchen, satellite broadband and even water tanks for showers, toilets and the like. Despite its extensive equipment, Klumpen is relatively compact.

Hannes Brecher, 17 Mar 2026 12:46

"No character or soul to it": DLSS 5 receives fan backlash over Nvidia pushing AI slop into games

Nvidia debuted DLSS 5 at GTC 2026 to make existing games more realistic through AI. However, the reaction to the image output of DLSS 5 has been quite harsh. Fans have criticized DLSS 5 as it appears to push AI slop into mainstream gaming.

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Mar 2026 12:31

WhatsApp can be downloaded on over a dozen Garmin smartwatches.

Multiple Garmin smartwatches get full WhatsApp support with new release

Garmin has revealed that over a dozen smartwatches can now download a full WhatsApp client. Available globally, the new app is free to use and brings a range of features to smartwatches like the Vivoactive 6, Fenix 8 and Forerunner 970 that previously required you to pick up a smartphone.

Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2026 12:22

Citizen is launching a compact, two-tone Series 8 automatic in the US

Citizen brings its 39mm Series 8 automatic watch with Caliber 9051 to the US

Another Series 8 model is landing in the US, this time with a more traditional look. The NB6085-57W features a 39mm case, two-tone bracelet, and Citizen’s Caliber 9051 automatic movement.

Kristen Spradlin, 17 Mar 2026 12:16

The Hori Mario Kart Racing Wheel Pro Mini for Nintendo Switch 2 has Mario's color theme.

Hori's Mario Kart Racing Wheel Pro gets a Nintendo Switch 2 edition

Hori has launched a Nintendo Switch 2 version of its Mario Kart Racing Wheel Pro. Available in Deluxe and Mini sizes, the controller is available for pre-order ahead of its release later this month.

Habeeb Onawole, 17 Mar 2026 12:03

Peropesis 3.2 launches with git 2.53.0, ruby 4.0.1, Lua 5.5.0, and more

Peropesis 3.2 keeps the CLI-only world alive with the 6.18.2 kernel, Bash 5.3, and more

With version 3.2, Peropesis continues to deliver a fresh yet old-school Linux experience by relying exclusively on the command line interface. This update comes with multiple refreshed packages, such as gnutls 3.8.12, git 2.53.0, ruby 4.0.1, Lua 5.5.0, and more. The 64-bit live ISO size is now 410 MB.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Mar 2026 11:39

New Boox Go 10.3 Gen II comes with a front light and Android 15

Boox upgrades its Go 10.3 e-ink tablet with a front light and Android 15

Boox has released an upgraded Go 10.3 (Gen II) e-ink tablet, starting at $419.99 in the US. Available in two models, the new e-paper tablets bring two major upgrades over the previous model, including an adjustable front light.

Elvis Shida, 17 Mar 2026 11:24

GTA 6 "Vice City bridge leak" confirmed fake as creator reveals how it was made

The viral GTA 6 "bridge leak" has now been confirmed fake by its creator, who shared a full breakdown video. The clip was built from scratch over months, which explains earlier inconsistencies and community doubts.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Mar 2026 11:10

The Alienware 16X Aurora has an anti-glare OLED display.

Dell releases Alienware 16X Aurora with up to RTX 5070Ti

Dell has released the Alienware 16X Aurora laptop, following an earlier announcement at CES 2026. The gaming laptop will be available with an anti-glare OLED display and up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070Ti.

Habeeb Onawole, 17 Mar 2026 10:47

The Casio G-Shock GMCB2100D-1A has 100 m (10 bar) water resistance

Deal | Two Casio G-Shock full metal chronograph watches with Bluetooth connectivity get massive price cuts

Casio’s full metal and Japan-made G-Shock GMCB2100D-1A and the G-Shock GMCB2100D-2A watches are currently 40% off the list price at the Casio Outlet (US) for a limited time. The chronograph features tough solar charging, dual time, Bluetooth connectivity, and a stainless steel case, bezel, and band.

Abhinav Fating, 17 Mar 2026 09:56

Monstrous Alienware 18 Area-51 gaming laptop becomes more powerful with new Intel Arrow Lake-HX Refresh

Dell has made the 2026 Alienware 18 Area-51 gaming laptop even better, as the machine can now be had with the new Intel Arrow Lake-HX Refresh CPUs. Configurable with up to a Core Ultra 9 290 HX and an RTX 5090, the 18-inch Alienware 18 Area-51 is meant for high-refresh rate QHD/4K gaming.

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Mar 2026 09:26

The Dell Alienware 16 Area-51 has an optional OLED display.

Dell releases Alienware 16 Area-51 Laptop with optional OLED display and up to 64GB RAM

Dell has released the Alienware 16 Area-51 laptop that was first unveiled at CES 2026. The gaming laptop has a new design, optional OLED display, and can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus processor.

Habeeb Onawole, 17 Mar 2026 09:05

The new Hisense UX monitor with true RGB mini-LED backlight

Hisense showcases new RGB mini-LED and 5K gaming monitors with 2,304 zones and 2,000 nits peak brightness

At AWE2026, Hisense unveiled its UX and GX Ultra displays, featuring a next-gen RGB mini-LED backlight and a 5K panel. These new models promise higher brightness and more precise color than previous mini LED monitors and may arrive in 2026.

Elvis Shida, 17 Mar 2026 08:34

Some of Razer's most popular mice, keyboards, and headphones are on sale possibly to make room for newer models coming later in the season

Deal | Razer cutting prices on Blackshark, Huntsman, Basilisk, Deathadder, and Viper accessories for this week only

Discounts range from 22 percent to almost 40 percent off original launch prices lasting until March 21 through most major retailers.

Allen Ngo, 17 Mar 2026 08:16

Amazon has dropped several Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42 mm color variants to $299.

Deal | Apple Watch Series 11 gets a $100 discount on Amazon

Amazon has cut several Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42 mm color variants to $299, putting select aluminum models $100 below Apple’s listed $399 starting price.

Darryl Linington, 17 Mar 2026 08:12

7-speed Logitech G RS H-Shifter launches with Hall effect sensors to pair with racing wheels

Catering to sim racing novices and enthusiasts, the Logitech G RS H-Shifter boasts wide compatibility. The 7-speed manual gearbox pairs with the brand’s popular racing wheels on PC and console. With a sturdier construction, the $159.99/€159.99 accessory features smoother Hall-effect technology.

Adam Corsetti, 17 Mar 2026 08:00

The NucBox K13 weighs just over 500 g complete with storage and RAM

GMK NucBox K13 is one of the lightest mini PCs available with Intel Lunar Lake

The NucBox K13 with Core Ultra 7 256V is just a tad over 500 g compared to 900 g or more for most other mini PCs.

Allen Ngo, 17 Mar 2026 03:22

OnePlus officially teases a new Nord series smartphone

OnePlus India has started teasing a new Nord series smartphone on X, hinting at the upcoming Nord 6 lineup. The device is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and could be based on the OnePlus Turbo 6 that launched earlier in China.

Huzefa Baloch, 17 Mar 2026 01:36

The unnamed Anbernic handheld has its controls hidden behind the display.

New Anbernic handheld is a throwback to the Motorola FlipOut

After launching the Sony Xperia Play-inspired RG Slide, Anbernic seems to be looking at another smartphone from the 2010s for its next handheld. A leaked video has shown an unreleased handheld from the manufacturer with a slide mechanism similar to that of the Motorola FlipOut.

Habeeb Onawole, 17 Mar 2026 00:55

The House of Marley Get Together Go portable speaker can be used as a bottle opener.

House of Marley Japan unveils Get Together Go portable wireless speaker with bottle opener

House of Marley’s new Get Together Go portable speaker has debuted in Japan with recycled silicone and renewable bamboo, IP67 durability, and a built‑in bottle opener. The 30‑watt units offers dual drivers and dual tweeters and provides a 20-hour runtime.

David Chien, 17 Mar 2026 00:17

Xbox app will soon launch any game or program, possibly benefiting Project Helix console

The Xbox app is taking another step toward becoming an all-in-one gaming hub. Insiders can now add shortcuts to games and apps previously incompatible with the launcher. Microsoft continues to optimize Windows for gaming, with the Project Helix Xbox console on the horizon.

Adam Corsetti, 16 Mar 2026 23:52

Scientists probe the dynamic Cocoon of a nearby pulsar

New observations were conducted on a strange cosmic object called Vela X using the Australia Telescope Compact Array (ATCA). This was done to understand the origin of unusual features inside the nebula.

Chibuike Okpara, 16 Mar 2026 23:49

Casio releases new metallic dial analog-digital watches in the US

The Casio G-Shock GMAS140PG-1A, GMAS140PG-4A, and GMAS140PG-7A watches are now available in the US. Each of these hybrid watches features a metallic colored dial, with various colored casing and straps. Features include a precise stopwatch and 200 m water resistance.

Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 22:40

The ThinkPad P14s i G7 features a 14.5-inch display.

With LPCAMM2 memory: Lenovo launches new 14-inch ThinkPad with Intel Panther Lake

Lenovo has launched another compact laptop featuring user-upgradeable LPCAMM2 memory. Offered with Intel Panther Lake processors and optional discrete graphics too, the ThinkPad P14s i G7 will be available with a 120 Hz and 3K display too plus a 75 Wh battery.

Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 22:39

The latest Amazfit smartwatch release was the Active 3 Premium

Nine new Amazfit wearables planned for 2026

More Amazfit smartwatches and wearables will be released in 2026. In a recent Zepp Health earnings call, a representative for the company estimated that there would be around nine new products launched before the end of the year.

Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 22:39

The ThinkStation P5 Gen 2 is a new high-end desktop workstation with up to 1TB DDR5 RAM

Lenovo ThinkStation P5 Gen 2 comes with up to 1TB DDR5 RAM and dual RTX GPUs with 192GB VRAM

Lenovo has officially unveiled a new desktop workstation PC that supports a massive amount of memory and storage as well as two powerful RTX Pro 6000 graphics cards with 96GB GDDR7 VRAM each. Rather unsurprisingly, the ThinkStation P5 Gen 2 will be anything but cheap and is slated to hit the market this April.

Enrico Frahn, 16 Mar 2026 22:30

Going Panther Lake very quickly: Lenovo updates ThinkPad P1 line with the P1 Gen 9 after just six months

An unexpected update: Lenovo is already replacing the ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 with the next gen model, the new ThinkPad P1 Gen 9. This new version is only a small update, focused mainly on internal changes.

Benjamin Herzig, 16 Mar 2026 22:30

AMD CPUs, Nvidia GPUs, LPCAMM2: Redesigned Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 5 with AMD Ryzen 9 HX 400 announced

Apart from the expensive ThinkPad P1, Lenovo also updates the less expensive ThinkPad P16s line. The new ThinkPad P16s Gen 5 has a unified design for both the AMD and Intel models, as well as dedicated Nvidia GPUs for the AMD variants for the first time.

Benjamin Herzig, 16 Mar 2026 22:30

The ThinkPad P14s Gen 7 AMD contains most of its ports on its left-hand side.

Lenovo launches new 14-inch ThinkPad with AMD Gorgon Point and up to 96 GB RAM

The ThinkPad P14s Gen 7 AMD has arrived to replace its AMD Strix Point-based predecessor. Launching with up to the Ryzen AI 9 HX Pro 470, the new 14-inch ThinkPad can also be configured with a 2.8K OLED display and 96 GB of user-replaceable RAM within a housing that weighs just 1.29 kg.

Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 22:30

An image showing a character in Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

Deal | This RPG with randomly generated dungeons and 87% positive reviews is 75% off on Steam

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG in which you must explore dungeons and face numerous enemies and bosses in turn-based battles. Several characters with unique skills are at your disposal, and you’ll also need to avoid many traps.

Alexis Stegmann, 16 Mar 2026 22:21

The Dell Pro Precision 9 T4 and Dell Pro Precision 9 T6 feature sharp, blacked-out designs.

Sleek and powerful Dell Pro Precision 9 T4 and Pro Precision 9 T6 workstation desktop PCs make their debut

Dell has taken the wraps off the new Pro Precision 9 T4 and Pro Precision 9 T6 desktop workstation PCs. The PCs can be had with both Nvidia and AMD workstation GPUs. However, you can also outfit the Pro Precision 9 T4 and Pro Precision 9 T6 with consumer GeForce RTX 50 cards.

Fawad Murtaza, 16 Mar 2026 22:20

Ugreen’s Maxidok 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station

New Ugreen 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock now available to pre-order with discount

Ugreen’s new Maxidok 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station is now available to pre-order in the US with a launch discount. This accessory supports up to three displays and offers 100W power to the host device.

Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 22:06

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Oppo launches new high-end smartwatch with up to 16 days battery life

Xbox announces 12 new games coming to Game Pass this month

New ultra-premium foldable released with satellite connectivity with state of global availability confirmed

Deal | From $675 to $286: This Citizen stainless-steel automatic watch with sapphire crystal scores massive 58% discount

TCL reveals new ultra-flagship 163” Micro LED TV

Poco X8 Pro: Xiaomi releases new mid-range smartphone for $299

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max receives global release with 120 Hz AMOLED display and massive battery

Xiaomi launches new special edition smartphone globally

New limited edition Garmin smartwatches on the way

Retroid discontinues its 5-month-old handheld; raises price of another

Dreame launches new powerful robot vacuum with Matter support

New Dreame smart display with Wi-Fi and Zigbee arrives

Debian-based Br OS 13.4 now available

Klumpen adds solar, shower, satellite internet and much more to off-grid housing

"No character or soul to it": DLSS 5 receives fan backlash over Nvidia pushing AI slop into games

Multiple Garmin smartwatches get full WhatsApp support with new release

Citizen brings its 39mm Series 8 automatic watch with Caliber 9051 to the US

Hori's Mario Kart Racing Wheel Pro gets a Nintendo Switch 2 edition

Peropesis 3.2 keeps the CLI-only world alive with the 6.18.2 kernel, Bash 5.3, and more

Boox upgrades its Go 10.3 e-ink tablet with a front light and Android 15

GTA 6 "Vice City bridge leak" confirmed fake as creator reveals how it was made

Dell releases Alienware 16X Aurora with up to RTX 5070Ti

85% Khadas Mind Pro review: High-end mini PC with Intel Core Ultra X7 and Arc graphics as the perfect basis in the Khadas ecosystem

Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Deal | Two Casio G-Shock full metal chronograph watches with Bluetooth connectivity get massive price cuts

Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Monstrous Alienware 18 Area-51 gaming laptop becomes more powerful with new Intel Arrow Lake-HX Refresh

Dell releases Alienware 16 Area-51 Laptop with optional OLED display and up to 64GB RAM

Hisense showcases new RGB mini-LED and 5K gaming monitors with 2,304 zones and 2,000 nits peak brightness

Deal | Razer cutting prices on Blackshark, Huntsman, Basilisk, Deathadder, and Viper accessories for this week only

Deal | Apple Watch Series 11 gets a $100 discount on Amazon

7-speed Logitech G RS H-Shifter launches with Hall effect sensors to pair with racing wheels

GMK NucBox K13 is one of the lightest mini PCs available with Intel Lunar Lake

OnePlus officially teases a new Nord series smartphone

New Anbernic handheld is a throwback to the Motorola FlipOut

House of Marley Japan unveils Get Together Go portable wireless speaker with bottle opener

Laser TV as an XXL alternative to the TV: AWOL Vision Aetherion Max review

Xbox app will soon launch any game or program, possibly benefiting Project Helix console

Scientists probe the dynamic Cocoon of a nearby pulsar

Casio releases new metallic dial analog-digital watches in the US

With LPCAMM2 memory: Lenovo launches new 14-inch ThinkPad with Intel Panther Lake

Nine new Amazfit wearables planned for 2026

Lenovo ThinkStation P5 Gen 2 comes with up to 1TB DDR5 RAM and dual RTX GPUs with 192GB VRAM

Going Panther Lake very quickly: Lenovo updates ThinkPad P1 line with the P1 Gen 9 after just six months

AMD CPUs, Nvidia GPUs, LPCAMM2: Redesigned Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 5 with AMD Ryzen 9 HX 400 announced

Lenovo launches new 14-inch ThinkPad with AMD Gorgon Point and up to 96 GB RAM

Deal | This RPG with randomly generated dungeons and 87% positive reviews is 75% off on Steam

Sleek and powerful Dell Pro Precision 9 T4 and Pro Precision 9 T6 workstation desktop PCs make their debut

New Ugreen 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock now available to pre-order with discount

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