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The Rollme Hero C2 (pictured) features a 1.95-inch AMOLED display. (Image source: Rollme)

Rollme Hero C2 smartwatch launches with 4G SIM support, AMOLED display, and peculiar rotating 9MP camera

Rollme’s $89.99 Hero C2 smartwatch features a 1.95-inch AMOLED display, 4G SIM support, GPS, and a 9MP rotating camera. It is powered by a 1,800mAh battery, and is priced at $89.99.

Anubhav Sharma, 12 Aug 2025 12:42

The Cybertruck's structural 4680 battery pack is challenging to repair. (Image source: Munro Live/YT)

CATL is cutting EV battery replacement price 10x with new structural pack repair service

With the introduction of structural battery packs in electric vehicles like the Model Y and the Cybertruck, cheap battery repairs or replacements became a thing of the past. The world's largest battery maker is aiming to change th...

Daniel Zlatev, 12 Aug 2025 12:37

The Enduro 3 is one of several smartwatches eligible to receive Beta Version 17.25 when enrolled on the Beta Program. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update to high-end smartwatches with crash fixes ahead of major stable upgrade

It looks like Garmin is finalising v17.xx development for the Fenix 8, Tactix 8 and other related smartwatches. Arriving shortly after Beta Version 17.23, Beta Version 17.25 is said to fix two notable bugs that could cause system ...

Alex Alderson, 12 Aug 2025 12:23

The Sapphire Pulse RX 9060 non-XT model featured here is a rather small card. (Image source: Technosaurus on YouTube, edited)

New affordable RX 9060 slays RTX 5050 in gaming while reportedly matching RTX 5060

The newly launched Radeon RX 9060 GPU has been pitted against the RTX 5060, RTX 5050, and the RX 9060 XT in a series of gaming and 3DMark tests. The latest affordable Radeon GPU manages to soundly beat the RTX 5050, offering equal...

Fawad Murtaza, 12 Aug 2025 11:27

The Starlink Standard Kit dish pivot mount for rooftops. (Image source: Starlink)

Starlink drops prices of Residential plans and dish drastically to attract new US customers

Starlink is lowering the monthly subscription fee for its satellite Internet service rather significantly in the US. While in certain areas it is becoming $1,000 more expensive to sign up, in others, Starlink is fighting for custo...

Daniel Zlatev, 12 Aug 2025 11:24

A screenshot taken on Fallout 3. (Image source: Sicarius - MobyGames)

Fallout 3 Remastered could be released next year according to an insider

The remaster of Fallout 3, released in 2008, is reportedly in preparation and an insider recently unveiled a release date. But it is only a prediction and it is preferable to wait for the official announcements from Bethesda.

Alexis Stegmann, 12 Aug 2025 10:41

Close-up of a DIY RTX 4090-powered handheld gaming PC, running Cyberpunk 2077. (Image source: Qīngchén DIY on bilibili)

DIY RTX 4090 handheld PC can run AAA games at 120 fps with the GPU staying at 72 °C

Not only is an RTX 4090 mobile chip-powered handheld possible, it’s here. This DIY creation shows that playing demanding AAA games at max settings while on the go might be more achievable than you think. The full build and its per...

Anmol Dubey, 12 Aug 2025 09:33

A promotional image showcasing the new technology from Samsung (Image source: Samsung; cropped)

Samsung launches world's first Micro RGB TV, bringing unrivaled color accuracy to screens

Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its Micro RGB display, which the company says is a world first and sets new standards for color accuracy and contrast in the ultra-premium TV market.

Chibuike Okpara, 12 Aug 2025 09:05

The ER397-AI and ER936-AI mini PCs are now available to purchase. Pictured: a promo picture of the mini PCs. (Image source: Minix - edited)

Minix launches new AMD Strix Point mini PCs with limited-time launch discounts

The Minix ER936-AI and ER937-AI are now available to purchase. These two AMD Strix Point mini PCs are also enjoying limited-time launch discounts, making the former drop to $789 during the promotional phase.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Aug 2025 08:27

At the current stage, Xanite doesn't seem to be worth downloading (Image source: Microsoft and GameSir - edited)

Xanite promises native Xbox gaming on Android, but debuts as nothing but a hollow shell

A new Xbox emulator for Android called Xanite has been launched. It's currently at V0.1, and at the current stage, it seems to be nothing but a hollow shell with no emulation capabilities. However, the devs promised to launch upda...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Aug 2025 07:34

A picture of Elon Musk at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado (Trevor Cokley, U.S. Air Force, and U.S. Department of Defense; edited)

OpenAI CEO cites claims Elon Musk altered X rankings in his favor following Elon's threat against Apple

Elon Musk just accused Apple of anti-competitive partnership with OpenAI, threatening immediate legal action against Apple through xAI. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was quick to react, noting it was a case of the kettle calling the pot b...

Chibuike Okpara, 12 Aug 2025 06:51

Asus ROG Ally windows gaming handheld on a desk with a mouse, controller, and earphones

Deal | Asus ROG Ally with Ryzen Z1 Extreme matches Black Friday price in new deal with free travel case and Game Pass Ultimate for a month

As the Windows gaming handheld intensifies, and with the launch of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally just around the corner, the original Asus ROG Ally has been discounted by 23% at Best Buy, bringing it down to its Black Friday price. The R...

Julian van der Merwe, 12 Aug 2025 05:59

A screengrab of Forza Motorsport (image source: SteamDB)

Microsoft's Forza Motorsport and Horizon 5 to be supported despite Turn 10 Studios layoffs

Microsoft has reaffirmed support for its existing Forza titles as it addresses layoffs that essentially halve the size of the studio that handles the franchise.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Aug 2025 05:50

A promotional image for Battlefield 6 (image source: EA)

Battlefield 6's Javelin Anti-Cheat prompted players to delete Valorant to play the game

Battlefield 6's Javelin Anti-Cheat program has been kicking things up a notch by essentially insisting players remove Riot's Valorant in its entirety to play the game.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Aug 2025 05:39

Image showing the debris blasted from the surface of Dimorpho after intentional impact by NASA’s DART spacecraft (Image source: NASA, ESA, STScI, and Hubble; cropped)

Hera spots asteroid 3 million kilometers away, proving its usefulness in the push to improve planetary defense

ESA’s Hera, on a mission to advance planetary defense techniques, successfully passed two tests on short notice. The spacecraft captured images of two asteroids — (1126) Otero and (18805) Kellyday — on separate occasions, demonstr...

Chibuike Okpara, 12 Aug 2025 03:51

The Apple iPhone 17 Air is a bit bigger than the iPhone 17 Pro (Image source: zellzoi)

Apple iPhone 17 (Pro) and iPhone 17 Air size comparison: Leaked screen protectors reveal display dimensions

A new picture shows how big the Apple iPhone 17 Air really is compared to the regular iPhone 17, the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Meanwhile, a leaker unveils an innovative antenna design for the flagship model, which s...

Hannes Brecher, 12 Aug 2025 02:58

The Xbox Game Pass library is shown (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming with edits)

Study confirms Xbox Game Pass games hurt sales of AAA titles, as PlayStation gamers remain loyal

Xbox has been adamant that Game Pass isn’t detrimental to game sales. Even so, a new study demonstrates how the subscription service encourages sampling rather than buying. Meanwhile, PlayStation users spend just as long playing f...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Aug 2025 02:53

The Yashica City 300 has been improved compared to the City 200 (Image source: Yashica)

Compact camera with bigger 50MP sensor and RAW support: Yashica City 300 launches

The Yashica City 300 aims to address many issues of the City 200 and promises significantly improved image quality thanks to a larger 50-megapixel sensor, a fast lens and support for RAW files.

Hannes Brecher, 12 Aug 2025 02:41

The Kindle Paperwhite (12th generation) has a larger and sharper display. (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | Amazon has the Kindle Paperwhite in like-new condition for $107 (brand new is $160)

With a few months away from its first anniversary, the Kindle Paperwhite (12th Generation) is available to buy at a mouthwatering price. The new low price makes it cheaper than the base Kindle, although it is worth noting that thi...

Habeeb Onawole, 12 Aug 2025 02:34

The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 has finally shown up on Geekbench (image source: Google Gemini)

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Geekbench debut spells doom for the Exynos 2600

The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 has shown up on Geekbench alongside an upcoming Samsung flagship. Its core layout is identical to the Snapdraon 8 Elite, but the boost clocks have gone up remarkably.

Anil Ganti, 12 Aug 2025 02:05

The Oppo K13 Turbo series has a cooling fan to keep the temperature low during intensive tasks. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo K13 Turbo and K13 Turbo Pro arrive in India with same specs as their Chinese variants

The Oppo K13 Turbo and Oppo K13 Turbo Pro have been announced in India. The two smartphones which boast a cooling fan while also having a triple-certified water resistance rating have the same technical specifications as the varia...

Habeeb Onawole, 12 Aug 2025 00:48

AMD's Ryzen 7 5700X3D may be permanently discontinuing a recent AM4 CPU. (Image source: AMD)

The end of AM4 gaming CPU upgrades as AMD sunsets Ryzen 7 5700X3D

Reports claim that AMD has stopped shipments of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D, marking the end of the line for X3D CPUs on AMD's long-lived AM4 platform. The CPU originally launched in 2024, and it was the last remaining X3D CPU for the AM4...

Julian van der Merwe, 12 Aug 2025 00:41

The NUC 15 Performance resembles a scaled-back ROG NUC (2025). (Image source: Asus)

Asus releases NUC 15 Performance mini-PCs with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 and RTX 5070 GPUs

Asus has now released the NUC 15 Performance months after its initial debut. Available with either the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX or the Core Ultra 9 275HX and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 or GeForce RTX 5070, the Asus NUC 15 Perform...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2025 23:59

8BitDo's latest limited edition controller release comes in a single colour option. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo expands availability of new wireless Xbox One and Xbox Series controller to more markets

8BitDo has announced that its latest wireless Xbox One and Xbox Series controller is now available in the UK. Sold as the 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller - Rare 40th Anniversary Edition, the controller expands on its standard mo...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2025 23:38

The ViewSonic VP2488-4K (pictured) has an HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, dual USB 3.2 ports, and two Thunderbolt 4 ports. (Image source: Display Specifications)

New ViewSonic VP2488-4K monitor comes with 4K IPS, Thunderbolt 4, and Pantone validation

ViewSonic’s new VP2488-4K is a 24-inch 4K IPS monitor with 98% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB, Pantone validation, Thunderbolt 4, and pro-grade ergonomics. Priced at $549, its main demographic is creative professionals.

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Aug 2025 23:07

U.S. Marine from Battlefield 6 is shown (Image source: Electronic Arts with edits)

Battlefield 6 leak from ratings board details single-player mode and violence during campaign

Ratings boards sometimes include information about games not yet made public. Ahead of the October 10th Battlefield 6 release date, the IMDA in Singapore has rated the title Mature 18. Players also learn more about the structure o...

Adam Corsetti, 11 Aug 2025 23:00

A photo of Jökulsárlón glacial lake (Image source: Jeremy Bishop via Unsplash; cropped)

This glacier loses 300,000 gallons per second, and NASA just revealed its value

Greenland’s most active glacier releases more than 300,000 gallons (1,136 cubic meters) of fresh water into the sea every second during peak summer melt. Scientists, using a supercomputer-driven ocean ecosystem model, have discove...

Chibuike Okpara, 11 Aug 2025 22:57

A Tesla Model Y Robotaxi (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Robotaxi opens to public in September as Texas grants rideshare license

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed on X that Robotaxi will be accessible to the public in Texas in September. The company has been granted a rideshare license by the Lone Star State.

David Odejide, 11 Aug 2025 22:08

Bambu Lab H2D 3D printer with AMS 2 Pro and AMS HT on top. (Image source: Bambu Lab)

Bambu Lab silently launches H2D Pro with Ethernet port, improved nozzle, and better filtration

Bambu Lab's H2D three-dimensional printer now has a brother, the H2D Pro, that brings an enterprise grade Ethernet port with a physical kill switch. The nozzle has been swapped to a Tungsten Carbide one for improved durability.

Vineet Washington, 11 Aug 2025 21:17

The Beelink GTR9 Pro is one of the most powerful mini-PCs around. (Image source: Beelink - edited)

Beelink releases GTR9 Pro mini-PC with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and up to 128 GB RAM

Beelink has given the GTR9 Pro its first release. Now available with an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and up to 128 GB RAM, the Beelink GTR9 Pro has plenty of ports at its disposal while also looking like a cross between Apple's Mac mini ...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2025 21:16

The GPD Win 5 being used with its 80 Wh battery pack attached. (Image source: GPD)

GPD Win 5: GPD hints at lower than expected pricing while showing new gaming handheld in more videos

GPD has showcased the Win 5 again in a series of videos. While the company has also boasted of the gaming handheld's excellent performance and cooling capabilities, it has teased that the GPD Win 5 will be 'much cheaper' than the ...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2025 21:11

Acebeam's W10 Pro with LEP technology supposedly delivers a range of 1,425 meters. (Image source: Acebeam)

Acebeam announces new LEP flashlight with 1,400 meters of range

Flashlights with LEP technology are quite rare and, above all, expensive. Following its dual-head flashlights, Acebeam is now launching a regular model that is 15 cm long, portable and also slightly cheaper.

Andreas Sebayang, 11 Aug 2025 20:55

The latest update for the Nothing Phone (3) is primarily intended to improve the cameras. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (3) gets camera upgrades and Glyph Matrix photos via software update

Nothing's first flagship has just received a number of significant camera improvements via the latest Nothing OS 3.5 update, as well as a new feature that aims to make the Glyph Matrix more useful in conjunction with the cameras.

Hannes Brecher, 11 Aug 2025 20:53

The Tapo P110M Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug (pictured) is getting Matter 1.3. (Image source: Tapo, edited)

Tapo P110M smart plug: Matter 1.3 update brings new energy monitoring feature

TP-Link’s Tapo P110M Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug is receiving a new software update. This brings Matter 1.3 to the device, which in turn enables a new energy usage tracking feature. Alongside this, the company indicates that it has made...

Polly Allcock, 11 Aug 2025 19:45

Eufy’s PoE Cam E41 (pictured) has launched in Europe. (Image source: eufy)

Anker Eufy PoE Cam E41 now available in Europe

Eufy’s PoE Cam E41, an add-on for the NVR Security System, has arrived in Europe. Already available in the US, this security camera is cheaper than the PTZ-Bullet PoE Cam S4. Features include 4K video resolution, a full color nigh...

Polly Allcock, 11 Aug 2025 19:41

The Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max Car Charger (pictured) has arrived in Europe. (Image source: Baseus)

Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max Car Charger launching in Europe

The Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max Car Charger is now officially available to pre-order in one European country. Revealed earlier this year, the accessory is already available in the US. It can be used to charge up to four devices simul...

Polly Allcock, 11 Aug 2025 19:39

Fairphone's new USB-C cables and chargers are made from sustainable and recycled materials. (Image source: Fairphone)

Fairphone launches USB-C cables and chargers that are not repairable but are waste neutral

Fairphone has launched a couple of chargers and USB-C cables that have been made from recycled materials and under waste-neutral conditions. The cables also have nifty features such as a USB-A adapter and organizer strips while th...

Habeeb Onawole, 11 Aug 2025 19:28

Unofficial render of Galaxy S25 FE in two of its four launch colours. (Image source: Nieuwe Mobiel)

Galaxy S25 FE SoC uncertainty continues as leaked retailer listing hints at Exynos 2400e

Galaxy S25 FE has once again been tipped to come with the Exynos 2400e and not the Exynos 2400. While there should be no real-world usage difference between the two, the Exynos 2400e focuses more on power efficiency.

Vineet Washington, 11 Aug 2025 18:27

Minisforum's N5 Pro, pictured, looks exactly the same as the cheaper N5. (Image source: Minisforum - edited)

Minisforum updates N5 and N5 Pro NAS systems with new pricing and more storage

Minisforum has refreshed its N5 and N5 Pro network-attached storage (NAS) solutions a month after their initial releases. Now not shipping until mid-September, the two high-end systems have been upgraded to more storage with cheap...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2025 18:27

An image showing a battle between Qui-Gon Jinn and Darth Maul in LEGO. (Image source: matyasvargaphoto - Pixabay)

A new LEGO set from this legendary license has just leaked and it will delight millions of fans

Star Wars fans will be able to enjoy a new legendary LEGO set representing the Death Star. But be careful, because even if this set is sublime and will delight thousands of people, its price is an important factor to consider, to...

Alexis Stegmann, 11 Aug 2025 18:16

The Oppo Find N2 is about as tall as an iPhone 13 mini but is much narrower than an iPad mini when opened. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Oppo teases new Find N foldables as possible Apple iPhone Fold rivals

Oppo has confirmed the existence of not just one but two new foldables. Already in development, the Find N6 and Find N7 have been officially mentioned in the context of Apple's foldable iPhone, which has been tipped to launch in 2...

Alex Alderson, 11 Aug 2025 18:10

1000-kilometer battery: Mercedes tests solid-state battery on British roads

German automaker Mercedes-Benz is currently testing a prototype with a new type of solid-state battery that is expected to deliver a range of over 1,000 kilometers. The tests are taking place under real-world conditions on UK road...

Ulrich Mathey, 11 Aug 2025 18:04

New battery technology with ultra-fast charging: VarEVolt battery charges in 18 seconds

RML Group's new battery technology, the VarEVolt battery, introduces revolutionary fast charging capability to electric cars. With a charging time of just 18 seconds, the technology sets new standards in fast charging and energy d...

Ulrich Mathey, 11 Aug 2025 18:04

Honor 400 (bottom) and Honor 400 Pro (top) come with 6,000 mAh battery capacity. (Image source: Honor)

Honor tipped to be working on a non-flagship 10,000 mAh battery phone

The smartphone battery game could reach new heights if the latest leaks are true. Honor is said to be working on a Dimensity 8500 SoC powered smartphone that will pack a 10,000 mAh battery.

Vineet Washington, 11 Aug 2025 17:49

Leak reveals strict Switch 2 dev kit requirements and suggests console's specs include DLSS 3.1

A Nintendo partner has shared details on how the company approves the use of dev kits. New Switch 2 games must showcase smooth, high-resolution graphics or features like GameShare. Previously unconfirmed, LynxByte Games also ident...

Adam Corsetti, 11 Aug 2025 17:47

The Garmin software version 23.09 update brings new features to the Descent G2 (pictured). (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Device Passcode feature now available on another wearable

Another Garmin wearable is receiving some of the brand’s newer features, like Device Passcode and Breathing Variations. These arrive in software version 23.09, which also brings other tools, improvements and various bug fixes to t...

Polly Allcock, 11 Aug 2025 17:14

Ambrane’s PowerMini20 power bank (pictured) has arrived in India. (Image source: Ambrane)

New Ambrane PowerMini20 power bank with detachable cable launches

Ambrane has launched the PowerMini20 power bank in India. Designed to charge smartphones and some laptops, this portable accessory has two USB ports with an up to 35W output. Plus, there is support for a range of fast charging pro...

Polly Allcock, 11 Aug 2025 17:08

Philips Hue users could soon be able to control their devices with a Sonos speaker (pictured). (Image source: Sonos)

Philips Hue integration with Sonos Voice Control on the way

Sonos could be expanding its voice controls to Philips Hue smart products. A recent report indicates that Philips Hue will be the first smart home brand that works with the Sonos Voice Control feature. While many details have yet ...

Polly Allcock, 11 Aug 2025 17:03

Xiaomi’s Mijia Washing Machine Mini Washer and Dryer 1.2kg (pictured) has arrived in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi smart Mini Washer Dryer launches

Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Washing Machine Mini Washer and Dryer 1.2kg in China. Users can choose from various cycles, including a 15 minute quick wash, with a maximum temperature of 95°C (~203°F). Other features include intell...

Polly Allcock, 11 Aug 2025 16:58

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