Expert Reviews and News on Laptops, Smartphones and Tech Innovations

Apple Watch with ECG monitoring. (Image source: Apple)

Oppo responds to Apple's lawsuit claiming theft of Watch trade secrets

Apple accused a former employee of stealing trade secrets from the Apple Watch division and covering up their move to Oppo. The Chinese company has now responded saying it will cooperate with the investigation and that it has foun...

Vineet Washington, 25 Aug 2025 18:35

The new Belkin Qi2 25W 3-in-1 dock should charge iPhone 16 from 0 to 50% in 25 minutes using iOS 26 or newer. (Image source: Belkin)

iPhone 16 to support faster 25W Qi2 wireless charging with iOS 26

Apple has quietly added 25W Qi2 support in a recent iOS 26 beta, enabling faster 25W wireless charging on iPhone 16 models with third-party Qi2.2 chargers. iOS 26 is expected to debut in September 2025 alongside the iPhone 17 seri...

Elvis Shida, 25 Aug 2025 18:21

Nvidia AI technology is shown (Image source: Nvidia Blog with edits)

Gamers Nexus YouTube channel at risk after Nvidia AI GPU smuggling video prompts copyright strike

One of the most-followed YouTube channels among PC hardware enthusiasts is facing a crisis. Bloomberg accuses Gamers Nexus of copyright infringement over a clip of President Trump speaking. Bloomberg's rival video about Nvidia AI ...

Adam Corsetti, 25 Aug 2025 18:04

From right to left (pictured) - Casio Edifice EFS-S641TMS-1A, and the ECB-S10NIS-7AJR Heritage Edition. (Image source: Casio)

Casio Edifice x motorsport: The history of collab watches with NISMO, TOM’S, Honda, and AlphaTauri

CheckMag Casio Edifice’s collabs span across Honda Racing/Type R, NISMO, TOM’S, Scuderia AlphaTauri/Toro Rosso, and Initial D/MF Ghost, with limited runs featuring team colors, special materials, and logos, including the new ECB-S10NIS-7AJ...

Anubhav Sharma, 25 Aug 2025 17:35

T-Mobile's Google Pixel 10 series of phones. (Image source: T-Mobile)

T-Mobile lists all Starlink data-capable phones and apps ahead of Pixel 10 release date

Besides the newly announced Google Pixel 10 series, a lot of T-Mobile phones from Samsung, Apple, or Motorola will be able to take advantage when the T-Satellite Starlink data service launches. T-Mobile has listed them all, along ...

Daniel Zlatev, 25 Aug 2025 17:34

The Vivo X200 Ultra. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 Pro Mini launch uncertain as leak suggests compact design and improved optics on standard X300

Last October, Vivo launched the X200 series with three models, including the compact X200 Pro Mini. A new leak now suggests the standard X300 may adopt a compact design with improved optics, leaving the future of the X300 Pro Mini...

Huzefa Baloch, 25 Aug 2025 17:05

ASRock's L-shaped 12V-2x6 cable with green pins. (Image source: ASRock)

ASRock’s new L-shaped PCIe 12V-2x6 cable with an NTC sensor aims to eliminate melting

Following the first Radeon RX 9070 XT with a 12VHPWR connector experiencing melting pins on the power cable at the GPU end, ASRock has released a new cable with an NTC sensor. The sensor is meant to communicate with an ASRock PSU ...

Vineet Washington, 25 Aug 2025 16:56

The dev recommends switching to another Nintendo Switch Emulator called Eden. Pictured: a phone emulating a Switch game (Image source: Backbone, Nintendo, and Sudachi - edited)

Another popular Nintendo Switch emulator bites the dust

Sudachi, a popular and the oldest Nintendo Switch emulator that was still in development, will no longer be actively updated. The solo dev, Jarrod Norwell, has announced that the project has been halted to shift focus to Folium, a...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Aug 2025 16:51

The Arc Pulse demonstrates how stylish a modern bumper case can look. (Image source: Arc)

iPhone 17 Air: Apple reportedly planning to reintroduce bumper to protect ultra-thin smartphone from drops

In addition to the innovative "TechWoven" protective cases, Apple may also reintroduce the bumper, a case originally developed for the iPhone 4. A bumper could protect the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air from drops without making the sma...

Hannes Brecher, 25 Aug 2025 16:27

A screenshot showcasing the Windows 11 Phone Link feature. (Image Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft rolling out Spotify cross device-resume between Android and Windows 11 for Insiders, more apps to follow

Microsoft is gradually rolling out the ability to resume Android apps on Windows 11 for Insiders, starting with Spotify. The feature is currently limited to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels.

Rohith Bhaskar, 25 Aug 2025 16:13

Apple's ambitious three-year iPhone renewal plan begins with the iPhone 17 generation in September 2025. (Image source: @TheApplehub)

Bloomberg: Apple's 3-year iPhone plan from the iPhone 17 Air, the iPhone Fold to the anniversary iPhone

September marks the first step in the ambitious renewal of the iPhone design, which has remained virtually unchanged for years. The renewal is planned over three years and is expected to bring not only new form factors such as the...

Alexander Fagot, 25 Aug 2025 16:12

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is said to look more rounded than the Galaxy S25 Ultra. (Image source: TT Technology)

Leak: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra design will be even more iPhone-like

Little remains of the formerly very angular Galaxy Note look in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. In 2026, Samsung is likely to continue the trend of making more and more design adjustments. Possibly in the direction of the iPhone design, as ...

Alexander Fagot, 25 Aug 2025 16:08

A teardown of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 proves that Samsung's flip phone is anything but dustproof. (Image source: JerryRigEverything)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 teardown reveals very dirty hinge

A recent teardown of the current Galaxy flip phone proves that you should be careful with your Samsung foldables, especially in dusty and dirty environments. Its hinge looks anything but clean after exposure to dirt in the durabil...

Alexander Fagot, 25 Aug 2025 16:06

The Xiaomi 15 launched with a 5,400 mAh battery in China. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 16 series: Polarizing battery specs emerge online

New leaks have now surfaced, providing information on the battery capacities of the upcoming Xiaomi 16 series flagship phones. The vanilla Xiaomi 16, in particular, looks set for a massive 25% jump in that department.

Ricci Rox, 25 Aug 2025 16:02

The GameSir X5s is compatible with smartphones and Nintendo Switch consoles. (Image source: GameSir)

GameSir releases new X5s mobile wireless controller with Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 support

The GameSir X5s is a new telescopic mobile controller aimed at bridging the gap between X5 Lite and G8 Plus. Sold for $49.99, GameSir's latest controller supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz and wired connectivity with support for Android,...

Alex Alderson, 25 Aug 2025 16:00

Until September 6, Warpips is 85% off on Steam, matching its previous lowest price. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Just right for short breaks: Fast and simple strategy game back at lowest price on Steam – only $2.54

Warpips is currently 85% off on Steam, dropping the price to just $2.54 – matching its lowest ever. This accessible tug-of-war strategy game is well suited for a few quick matches in between.

Marius Müller, 25 Aug 2025 15:43

CachyOS Arch-based Linux distro desktop showcase mid-2025 (Image source: CachyOS Forum)

CachyOS 250824 lands with automated Btrfs boot environments and more

Available since yesterday, CachyOS 250824 is the sixth release of the year and arrives alongside the packages.cachyos.org package versions dashboard. The list of changes includes stability improvements and automated Btrfs boot env...

Codrut Nistor, 25 Aug 2025 15:32

Stardew Valley will receive voice acting in fall 2025 through the fan-made Stardew Voices mod. (Image source: Steam)

Stardew Valley to receive long-awaited feature: Voice acting coming this fall

Stardew Valley is finally receiving a long-requested feature: voice acting. Instead of AI-generated voices, real actors will bring the characters to life. The update is expected to roll out as early as fall 2025.

Marius Müller, 25 Aug 2025 15:27

Xiaomi 16 Pro could come with a 6.8-inch flat screen. Pictured: a promo picture of the 15 Pro. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi 16 Pro leak points to major display overhaul from its predecessor

The Xiaomi 16 series phones are expected to be among the first smartphones to feature the next-gen Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2. Past leaks have already suggested some key upgrades, and a new report has now hinted that the Pro model w...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Aug 2025 14:37

Geekom A9 Mega with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and 128 GB DDR5 RAM (Source: Geekom)

Geekom A9 Mega with AMD Strix Halo and 128 GB RAM announced - AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and AMD Radeon 8060S in a stylish design

With the A9 Mega, Geekom is launching a mini PC that redefines the boundaries between compact design and high-end performance. Equipped with the latest AMD hardware, powerful AI acceleration and extensive connectivity, it aims to ...

Sebastian Bade, 25 Aug 2025 14:30

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Intel's Arrow Lake processor is the worst choice for the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1

Lenovo equips its new business convertible with Intel's Arrow Lake processor, but combines them with onboard memory and a weak cooling unit. A Lunar Lake chip or an AMD Strix Point processor would have been a better choice.

Andreas Osthoff, 25 Aug 2025 14:24

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite features an Exynos 1380 chipset (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy Tab S10 Lite: Samsung’s mid-range tablet launches with Exynos 1380 SoC and 8,000 mAh battery

Samsung has now officially unveiled its latest mid-range tablet, the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, globally. The tablet features a 10.9-inch screen, an Exynos 1380 chipset, up to 8 GB RAM, and an 8,000 mAh battery. Available in multiple co...

Abhinav Fating, 25 Aug 2025 14:00

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15Q8X10 with the Qualcomm Snapdragon X (image source: Benjamin Herzig/Notebookcheck)

Intel's and AMD's weak point exploited: Why Qualcomm shines in the budget laptop sector

Old technology in new laptops: Many cheaper mobile PCs contain x86 processors from AMD and Intel that are no longer state of the art. Qualcomm is filling this gap with the Snapdragon X, as the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15Q8X10 shows.

Benjamin Herzig, 25 Aug 2025 13:56

The OneXPlayer Super X will be available on Kickstarter at the end of September 2025. Pictured: a promo picture of the gaming handheld. (Image source: OneXPlayer)

OneXPlayer details Strix Halo-powered Super X with gaming performance demos

The OneXPlayer Super X was recently announced as a new convertible tablet with the Ryzen AI Max+ 395. This Strix Halo gaming handheld has now been fully detailed, and the company has showcased its gaming performance with demos.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Aug 2025 13:22

A promotional image for Google's QR based verification system in Google Messages. (Image source: Google)

Google is rolling out QR code-based verification in Messages beta

Google is adding an extra layer of security to Messages that helps you verify that you’re replying to an intended contact. The feature is currently available in Google Messages beta.

Rohith Bhaskar, 25 Aug 2025 12:40

The Konkr Pocket Fit (pictured) will be available in white, black, and yellow. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo's Konkr Pocket Fit will actually start at a lesser price than previously reported

During its last livestream, Ayaneo revealed a new starting price for the Konkr Pocket Fit Android handheld. The new price is lower and should be enough to win over more customers who are undecided about the handheld.

Habeeb Onawole, 25 Aug 2025 12:38

Beyond the Map has 3,144+ followers on Steam and maintains an active development blog with regular patch updates. Pictured - an ingame screenshot from YouTube. (Image source: GameTrailers on YouTube)

New Diablo-style survival ARPG launches on Steam after 20k-player demo; Early access begins Aug 25

New indie survival ARPG Beyond the Map launches on Steam early access today. The game is built around isometric combat, procedural biomes, and base building; the team is targeting 1–2 years of community-driven updates.

Anubhav Sharma, 25 Aug 2025 12:27

Assassin's Creed Mirage game image on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

A new free DLC has been announced for Assassin's Creed Mirage before the end of the year

Ubisoft wants to keep Assassin's Creed Mirage alive for gamers, and the studio has just announced a free DLC with new features. Moreover, it should be released before the end of this year.

Alexis Stegmann, 25 Aug 2025 11:48

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: What is the actual state of reparability?

The Galaxy Z Fold7 failed to impress iFixit, receiving only a low rating. However, Samsung's self-repair programme should make it possible to repair the foldable device without professional help.

Daniel Schmidt, 25 Aug 2025 11:00

The electric 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV (Image source: Volkswagen)

Deal | 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 lease offer: Best value at $129/month for almost 300 miles of driving range

The electric 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 RWD Pro can now be leased for as low as $129 per month. The deal on the 291-mile driving range SUV is available until September 30.

David Odejide, 25 Aug 2025 09:48

The infrared LEDs providing the necessary illumination for night shots are hidden inside the flash module on the right. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Night vision camera tested in outdoor smartphone - how good is it really?

A few days ago, we reviewed the Cubot KingKong 11, which comes with a night vision camera. This should allow you to take photos even in complete darkness. We tried it out to see how good the technology is.

Florian Schmitt, 25 Aug 2025 09:18

The Honor X7d smartphone features a 120 Hz LCD display (Image source: Honor)

Honor X7d debuts with Snapdragon 685 SoC and 120 Hz display

Honor has announced a new affordable smartphone, the X7d, with a large battery and tough durability. The smartphone is equipped with a (two-year-old) Snapdragon 685 processor, a 120 Hz LCD display, a 6,500 mAh battery, and a 108 M...

Abhinav Fating, 25 Aug 2025 09:06

What the Hack! currently has a 100% positive player rating. Pictured: an edited screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam and r/Steam)

New free game with witty hacking escape story quickly trends on Steam after launch

What The Hack!, a new free game on Steam, has made it to the "New & Trending" chart of the platform shortly after its launch. It's categorized as a humoristic, story-driven puzzle title and currently has a "Positive" player rating...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Aug 2025 08:56

The Smart Camera 4 Dual Camera Edition costs around $42 in China. Pictured: the security camera. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Upgraded Xiaomi Smart Camera 4 launches as new affordable security camera with dual sensors

Xiaomi has launched an upgraded version of the Smart Camera 4, which comes with dual 5 MP sensors. It's capable of capturing at "3K" resolution, and the launch price of the security camera is CNY 299, around $42.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Aug 2025 07:54

An alleged leak showcasing the LEGO replica of a SEGA Genesis controller (image source: Itavix bricks Instagram)

A LEGO recreation of SEGA Genesis controller is rumored to release in September

An alleged leak points to a LEGO-themed Sega Genesis controller replica being in the works for users who spend a minimum of 130 Euros.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 25 Aug 2025 06:17

Artwork from Borderlands 4 (image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2: Borderlands 4 struggled to run at a steady 30 FPS during Gamescom demos

As per reports, some users found that the demo for Borderlands 4, playable on the Nintendo Switch 2 console, struggled to maintain a playable frame rate when on display at Gamescom.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 25 Aug 2025 05:34

A picture of a boxed AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D (image source: AMD)

Deal | AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D drops to €649 in Germany as 9800X3D sticks close to MSRP

You can pick up AMD's highest-end Zen 5 X3D CPU at a large 20 percent discount on Amazon's German storefront this week.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 25 Aug 2025 04:26

A demo of Guy Savage in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (image source: GamingTrend YT)

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater brings back surreal nightmarish Guy Savage minigame easter egg

In what can be seen as Konami tipping its hat to players of the original title, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater retains the Guy Savage minigame

Rahim Amir Noorali, 25 Aug 2025 04:04

The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 and S11 Ultra: Leak reveals pricing of upcoming flagship Android tablets

Samsung has confirmed that it will launch the Galaxy Tab S11 series in the second half of this year. The flagship Android tablet lineup is expected to include the Tab S11 and Tab S11 Ultra. A new leak has revealed their US pricing...

Huzefa Baloch, 25 Aug 2025 02:09

Metal Gear Solid 3 remake stuttering has more gamers blaming Unreal Engine 5 for poor performance

Poor optimization and lengthy shader compilation are common annoyances with Unreal Engine 5 games. Unfortunately, the Metal Gear Solid 3 remake may not escape these issues. Many gamers wish studios would use alternative tools less...

Adam Corsetti, 25 Aug 2025 01:53

A 30 million year old fossil oreodant bone (Image source: Matt Artz via Unsplash)

NASA launches mission to prevent bone depletion on the ISS

NASA’s SpaceX 33rd commercial resupply mission has launched with more than 5,000 pounds (2,270 kilograms) of supplies. Amongst other things, it is carrying the materials for bone loss research. This research could be critical in m...

Chibuike Okpara, 24 Aug 2025 23:38

Realme's upcoming smartphone will have a 15,000mAh battery. (Image source: Realme)

First look at Realme's 15,000mAh smartphone with over 5 days of battery life

Realme already announced its plan to unveil a new smartphone with a massive battery capacity on August 27. Ahead of the launch, it has been revealed the phone will actually have a 15,000mAh battery that can last more than 5 days o...

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Aug 2025 22:25

Blood cells under a microscope (Image source: ThisisEngineering via Unsplash; cropped)

New microscope tech could give the deepest looks yet into living brain tissue

A new microscope system developed at MIT combines advanced light and sound technologies to create images of single cells deep within the brain tissue. This breakthrough could enable the advancement of neuronal studies.

Chibuike Okpara, 24 Aug 2025 22:00

The soundcore Work (pictured) is a portable voice recorder. (Image source: AnkerInsider)

New soundcore Work portable AI voice recorder appears

A new Anker product, the soundcore Work portable AI voice recorder, seems to have leaked. This gadget is said to offer a range of AI-powered features, including transcription and summarization. Leaked images show a gadget with a s...

Polly Allcock, 24 Aug 2025 21:52

Forza Horizon 6 Tokyo Game Show announcement possible, after rumors of Japan location leak

A 2026 Forza Horizon 6 release date seems increasingly likely. A new report reveals that the racing game could take center stage at the Tokyo Game Show 2025. Corroborating previous leaks, a Japanese setting for the first-party Xbo...

Adam Corsetti, 24 Aug 2025 21:12

This seems to be the one of the Xiaomi 15T phones. (Image Source: Gadgetsdata)

Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 15T Pro seemingly leak in full ahead of launch

The Xiaomi 15T series now appears to have leaked in full ahead of its September global release. Live images of the sub-premium phones have surfaced in the wild, along with key specifications.

Ricci Rox, 24 Aug 2025 21:06

Realme 15T leaks as Android smartphone upgraded by 1,000mAh

The Realme 15T is now believed to have a significantly larger battery than its mid-range Android smartphone predecessor. It might also get a generationally upgraded SoC and a potentially improved selfie camera. Despite that, it is...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Aug 2025 21:05

Deep Snake has colorful, trippy visuals that is a stark contrast from the original 1997 Snake. (Image source: Steam)

Free-to-play: New trippy take on a classic game launches on Steam, and it's topping Steam charts

Deep Snake is a new free-to-play title that's sitting at #3 on Steam's "New and Trending" chart right now. Short, fast runs, smooth controls, cool visuals and score chasing make it an easy game to pick up.

Anubhav Sharma, 24 Aug 2025 20:30

16.01	Microsoft Surface Go 3 im Test: Neue Bezeichnung, altes Gerät?
21.12	I expected a bit more from this powerhouse gaming laptop
21.12	Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (AMD) 2025 Review: Worth the Hype?
21.12	Acer Swift Go 14 (2024) Ultra 5 Review: Just one issue…
21.12	I used the Acer Swift Edge 14 AI for a month and I think Acer might have just redefined portability
21.12	Acer Nitro Lite 16 review: A stylish laptop for gamers and creators under Rs 1 lakh
21.12	Is the HP Omnibook X Flip the Laptop of Choice for Creatives?
21.12	HP Omnibook X Flip 14 Review
21.12	Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS Review
21.12	Lenovo Legion 9i (18″, Gen 10) review – RTX 5090 Power & Forged Carbon