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Battlefield 6 day one cheaters use wall hacks to locate enemies

Cheaters spoil Battlefield 6 beta despite aggressive kernel-level anti-cheat

Battlefield 6 only just made its open beta publicly available to all pre-orderers, and the game is already seemingly inundated with cheaters. This is despite Dice's use of kernel-level anti-cheat that even requires secure boot to ...

Julian van der Merwe, 08 Aug 2025 16:24

Hisense’s L9Q projector (pictured) is about to ship in the US. (Image source: Hisense)

New Hisense L9Q triple laser UST projector shipping soon

The Hisense L9Q Triple Laser Ultra Short Throw Projector will shortly start shipping in the US. This model is said to deliver up to 5,000 ANSI lumens brightness, making it suitable for well-lit rooms. Other features include the Go...

Polly Allcock, 08 Aug 2025 16:21

The G-Shock x Channel One Soundsystem Collaboration Watch (pictured) will launch in the UK. (Image source: Casio, edited)

Casio G-Shock x Channel One Soundsystem limited edition watch on the way

The Channel One Soundsystem x G‑Shock Collaboration Watch, the DW-6900CO-1, is launching in the UK. This new limited edition wearable has a design inspired by the UK-based reggae sound system. Features of the Triple Eye model incl...

Polly Allcock, 08 Aug 2025 16:14

This game will end in 205 clicks was released on Steam on August 5 and is completely free to play. (Image source: Steam)

Steam: Super villain without a plan – new free game with 98% positive ratings requires just 205 clicks

"This game will end in 205 clicks" is the title of a new visual novel on Steam. While it doesn't feature traditional gameplay, it offers a wild story about a supervillain stuck on a forced vacation, which has been warmly received ...

Marius Müller, 08 Aug 2025 15:52

The new Smart Camera 4C 3.5K costs around $28 in China. Pictured: the security camera. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Smart Camera 4C 3.5K: Xiaomi intros new affordable security camera with upgraded sensor

Xiaomi has launched the upgraded version of the Smart Camera 4C. One of the improvements of the new affordable security camera is the upgraded 6 MP sensor, which can capture videos at "3.5K" resolution.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 08 Aug 2025 15:47

Between August 11 and 17, two new games will be released on Xbox Game Pass. (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Next week in Xbox Game Pass: 2 new games, including a hyped roguelike kingdom builder from 2025

Xbox Game Pass subscribers can look forward to two new games between August 11 and 17, including a 2025 roguelike that quickly gained a large following on Steam.

Marius Müller, 08 Aug 2025 15:36

The 2026 Tesla Model Y in motion in Ultra Red. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla bumps Model Y lease price as monthly payment promo fades ahead of tax credit expiration

Tesla has a rather unprecedented suite of promotions and incentives to stack up with the federal tax credit before it expires. So many, in fact, that it is slowly beginning to withdraw some of the Model Y promos, like the all-impo...

Daniel Zlatev, 08 Aug 2025 15:18

Battlefield 6 is officially releasing on October 10th, 2025. (Image source; EA/Dice on YouTube)

Battlefield 6 performs well even on super-weak iGPU: Ryzen 5 5600G with mediocre Vega 7 runs Battlefield 6 at over 45 FPS

Battlefield 6 runs quite well even on old iGPUs like the Vega 7 featured inside the Ryzen 5 5600G, according to testing done by AMD APU Gaming on YouTube. This is great news for handheld gamers who are planning to play Battlefield...

Fawad Murtaza, 08 Aug 2025 14:39

Redmi Turbo 4 Pro (Image source: xiaomi.com)

Future Redmi phone may come with a massive 8500 to 9000 mAh battery

Redmi is believed to be working on a smartphone equipped with a groundbreaking 8,500 - 9,000 mAh battery. The battery is said to have been developed in-house and leverages silicon-carbon technology for higher energy density, safet...

Sovan Mandal, 08 Aug 2025 13:59

The IKEA shop-in-shop at Best Buy could help customers design their dream kitchen. (Image source: IKEA)

IKEA x Best Buy new retail experience coming soon

IKEA has announced a new retail experience in collaboration with Best Buy in the US. The companies are partnering to bring ten shop-in-shops to some stores, helping customers find the best solutions for their home. The experience ...

Polly Allcock, 08 Aug 2025 13:55

A new Asus ExpertBook P3 variant has been announced (image source: Asus)

Asus ExpertBook P3 refreshed with AMD Ryzen AI Pro 300 CPUs

Asus has announced an AMD version of the ExpertBook P3 business laptop. It comes in 14-inch and 16-inch variants and supports up to 64 GB RAM.

Anil Ganti, 08 Aug 2025 13:47

Xiaomi managed to surpass Apple in terms of European smarphone sales (Symbolic image, source: Manuel Masiero)

Xiaomi beats Apple: Shifts in the smartphone market

Xiaomi has surpassed Apple – at least in terms of smartphone shipments in Europe last quarter. Meanwhile, Samsung appears to be on a downward trajectory, and other manufacturers have been significantly impacted.

Silvio Werner, 08 Aug 2025 13:40

IKEA’s Bergvattnet Water meter for shower (pictured) is available in Europe. (Image source: IKEA)

Limited edition IKEA Bergvattnet Water meter now available in more countries

IKEA has released the Bergvattnet Water meter for shower in various European countries over the last few weeks. Described as a smart shower monitoring solution, the gadget is designed to help users make their showers more efficien...

Polly Allcock, 08 Aug 2025 13:29

The Honor 400 Smart 5G device features a Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset (Image source: Honor)

Honor 400 Smart 5G launches in Europe with Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC and 6,500 mAh battery

The Honor 400 Smart 5G, an entry-level smartphone, has arrived in Europe. Available in grey and black color options, the device is equipped with a 120 Hz LCD display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 processor, a 50 MP main camera, ...

Abhinav Fating, 08 Aug 2025 13:25

Amazfit’s Helio Arm Band (pictured) has launched in the US and the UK. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Helio Arm Band accessory now available

Amazfit has released the Helio Arm Band accessory. Currently available in two countries, but expected to roll out more widely, this product allows users of the Amazfit Helio Strap to position the fitness tracker on their upper arm...

Polly Allcock, 08 Aug 2025 13:22

Garmin’s Venu 3 and vivoactive 5 (pictured) smartwatches are receiving beta version 15.05. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new smartwatch update with changes for recent features

Garmin is currently rolling out beta version 15.05 to some smartwatches. The change log mentions updates for two recently added features. Plus, five bug fixes are listed, though only the fix linked to the Garmin Pay contactless pa...

Polly Allcock, 08 Aug 2025 13:13

The Science Advisor to the President explained that they have not approached Nvidia or AMD. An Nvidia facility pictured. (Image source: Nvidia)

The US exploring tracking chips to prevent them from getting to China

There have been prohibitions in place to export chips to China. Now, the Science Advisor to President Donald Trump commented that it has been explicitly advised to include location tracking technology in chips.

Daniela Morales Soler, 08 Aug 2025 13:12

A good number of free games are already to claim (Image source: Amazon Prime Gaming)

Deal | Over $140 in free games up for grabs throughout August 2025 on Amazon Prime Gaming

Amazon Prime Gaming has published the free game lineup that will be available throughout August 2025. These free games are worth over $140 in total, and they will be available to claim in phases.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 08 Aug 2025 13:05

The 2023 Apple MacBook Pro 14 with the M3 Pro is relatively easy to carry due to its weight of 1.6 kg or 3.53 lbs. (Image source: Notebookcheck, ImgPNG, edited)

Deal | Big discount on Apple MacBook Pro 14 with M3 Pro and 18 GB RAM results in lowest price ever

The Apple MacBook Pro 14, equipped with the Apple M3 Pro SoC, 18 GB of unified memory, and 512 GB of storage, has returned to its record-low price. The laptop is an incredible creator/pro notebook that has little to no shortcoming...

Fawad Murtaza, 08 Aug 2025 12:13

Chuwi Gamebook with AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Chuwi ventures into gaming - powerful notebook with AMD Ryzen 9 and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU reviewed

With the Gamebook, Chuwi enters the gaming notebook market for the first time - and relies on powerful hardware: the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX meets an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU. The test shows how well the interaction works,...

Sebastian Bade, 08 Aug 2025 12:01

First impressions: Battlefield 6 Open Beta feels like a real return to form

CheckMag Battlefield 6’s Open Beta has brought back chaos, destruction, and squad play the series is known for. It has hints of Battlefield 3’s pace mixed in with some of Battlefield 1’s immersion. Here's what I thought about BF6 during my...

Anubhav Sharma, 08 Aug 2025 11:19

An image of the sword-like drone hovering in the air (Image source: Wooden-Journalist902 via Reddit, screenshot)

Fact check: Student makes a 'levitating' sword that flies around on command

An engineering student in China is going viral for (supposedly) making a sword-like drone that hovers and flies around on command. The video has been widely shared on social media this week, with one video shared in a subreddit ra...

Chibuike Okpara, 08 Aug 2025 09:51

The electric 2025 Kia EV6 SUV (Image source: Kia USA)

Deal | 2025 Kia EV6 at $239/month for 24 months; limited time offer

The 2025 Kia EV6 Light Long Range RWD version can be leased at just $239 per month for 24 months. The offer requires a $3,999 deposit at signing and is available until September 2 in the US.

David Odejide, 08 Aug 2025 09:26

The Priority Skyline e-bike features a 12-speed Pinion C1.12i smart shift gearbox (Image source: Priority)

Skyline: Priority’s premium e-bike debuts with Pinion gearbox and torque-sensing motor

Priority has unveiled the Skyline, a powerful e-bike with a 750 W rear hub motor, a Pinion smart shift gearbox, a Gates carbon drive belt, a large 720 Wh battery, and an aluminum frame. It weighs 68 lbs (30.8 kg) and comes with hy...

Abhinav Fating, 08 Aug 2025 08:34

AI gets practical: What GPT-5 means for everyday business tasks

GPT-5 marks a turning point in business AI, moving beyond novelty to become a practical tool across industries. From automating routine tasks to enabling faster decision-making and personalized customer support, the model is helpi...

Darryl Linington, 08 Aug 2025 08:26

New compact wireless mechanical keyboard with 4,000-hour battery life and ZMK firmware goes on sale in-stock with launch discount

The CannonKeys Photon has is now available as an in-stock kit. The wireless mechanical keyboard kit comes with plentiful customisation options, minimalist design, and phenomenal battery life claims — despite its relatively small b...

Julian van der Merwe, 08 Aug 2025 07:36

Yamaha unveils its flagship True X Surround 90A Dolby Atmos sound bar with AI-optimized spatial sound and AURO-3D immersive sound technology. (Image source: Yamaha)

Yamaha launches True X Surround 90A Dolby Atmos sound bar

Yamaha has introduced its flagship True X Surround 90A Dolby Atmos sound bar, delivering immersive 3D audio with AURO-3D and Surround:AI technologies. It supports whole-home MusicCast streaming and major music services such as Spo...

David Chien, 08 Aug 2025 07:17

A Kia EV4 parked in front of a building (Image source: Hyundai Motor Group via Unsplash)

MIT researchers propose 'eco-driving' to cut city emissions by up to 22%

A new, large-scale modeling study from MIT shows that dynamically controlling vehicle speeds to smooth out traffic flow at intersections could cut carbon emissions by up to 22% without slowing down traffic.

Chibuike Okpara, 08 Aug 2025 06:27

A screengrab of Fallout: London from YouTube (image source: Team FOLON YT)

Fallout 4 rumored to get a paid Creations system overhaul in upcoming update

The timing of the rumored update potentially coincides with both the 10-year anniversary of the title and the upcoming second season of the popular Amazon TV show based on the franchise.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Aug 2025 05:19

Screenshot of Bungies Marthon Image Source SteamDB

Sony admits its live service pivot is 'not entirely going smoothly' as CFO reiterates commitment to genre

Sony has struggled to build on the success of Helldivers 2 as it continues to aim to capture a segment of the lucrative live service market for games.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Aug 2025 05:03

Caves of Qud Announcement Trailer Nintendo Switch Image Source Nintendo of America

The Nintendo Switch 2 is getting an addictive indie game that has been in development for nearly 2 decades

Caves of Qud is one of those rare indie titles that has seen near-weekly updates for most of the last two decades, even as it received a 1.0 launch after a mammoth 17 years of development.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Aug 2025 04:48

PlayStation x Bungie Announcement Amid 3.6 billion dollar acquisition in 2022 Image Source PlayStation Blog

Destiny developer Bungie to be fully integrated into Sony as Marathon's release date announcement looms

The news comes after a series of moves at Sony and Bungie that saw staff at the latter being integrated into its parent company throughout 2024 and 2025.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Aug 2025 04:33

The Microsoft Surface Pro 10 with i7, 16GB RAM, 256 GB SSD is on sale at Amazon. (Image source: Microsoft)

Deal | Microsoft Surface Pro 10 drops to lowest Amazon price

The Microsoft Surface Pro 10 with Ultra 7 CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage has dropped to its lowest price ever. It provides the flexibility of a tablet and laptop in a slim body.

David Chien, 08 Aug 2025 02:40

View from the second stage of the Electron during the launch of QPS-SAR-12 (Image source: Rocket Lab)

New Japanese satellite to monitor Earth using microwave signals

“The Harvest Goddess Thrives” mission has launched into orbit, carried by an Electron rocket. The satellite joins a constellation of satellites that can enhance several sectors, including economics, agriculture, and security.

Chibuike Okpara, 08 Aug 2025 00:42

The Battlefield 2042 banner is shown (Image source: PlayStation Store with edits)

Battlefield 6 Secure Boot requirement is causing more negative Battlefield 2042 Steam reviews

Some Battlefield 2042 and Battlefield 6 players are envious of their console counterparts. Secure Boot must be active on PCs to work in tandem with EA’s Javelin anti-cheat software. Gamers unwilling to tinker with BIOS settings ar...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Aug 2025 00:38

Gatekeeper Steam teaser showing three gatekeepers with a red background

Deal | Under $10 Steam sale: New Steam Deck Verified co-op roguelike gets 1.0 launch with launch discount, immediately doubles player count and keeps positive review rating

Gatekeeper recently exited Steam Early Access with its 1.0 launch and a Steam deal offering 35% off the new co-op roguelike. In the week since launch, the game has nearly doubled its player base and continued its positive review s...

Julian van der Merwe, 08 Aug 2025 00:17

BenQ has announced the LK830ST Laser Simulation Projector (pictured). (Image source: BenQ, edited)

New BenQ LK830ST 4K laser projector officially announced

BenQ has revealed a new 4K laser projector: the LK830ST. This short throw model is designed for simulation and other forms of immersive entertainment. Users can choose from a wide range of modes, and other features include up to 4...

Polly Allcock, 07 Aug 2025 23:28

Casio’s MTP-M110L-1AV (pictured) and MTP-M110RL-5AV watches are coming soon. (Image source: Casio, edited)

New Casio Standard watches with genuine leather strap on the way

Casio has revealed two new Standard watches on its international website. The MTP-M110L-1AV and the MTP-M110RL-5AV each have stainless steel casing and come with a genuine leather strap. Plus, these analog timepieces have a moon p...

Polly Allcock, 07 Aug 2025 23:24

The controversial notch on the MacBook Pro could soon be a thing of the past (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple MacBook Pro with OLED display and no notch: Rumors point to MacBook with Dynamic Island

The MacBook Pro is expected to receive its biggest upgrade since the launch of the M1 model next year. According to latest rumors, Apple might change design even more significantly than previously expected. For instance, the cont...

Hannes Brecher, 07 Aug 2025 22:42

If you're looking to buy your first foldable, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is an excellent choice. (Image source: Marcus Herbrich / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold gets its biggest discount yet in new sale

Google's foldable from last year has plummeted to a new all-time low, with Best Buy and Amazon both knocking $500 off the price which is all the more important considering the Pixel 10 Pro Fold isn’t expected to bring major improv...

Kristen Spradlin, 07 Aug 2025 21:54

The AMD Radeon Pro W7400 consumes just 55 watts of power (Image source: AMD)

AMD Radeon Pro W7400 unveiled: Single-slot GPU with 55 watts doesn't need a power connector

AMD's latest RDNA 3 graphics card needs just one PCIe slot, and with a power consumption of just 55 watts, the GPU doesn't require an additional power cable. Nevertheless, the new AMD GPU offers 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM and four DisplayP...

Hannes Brecher, 07 Aug 2025 21:42

The new IdeaPad 2-in-1 16 is bigger, heavier, and oftentimes slower than the less expensive HP OmniBook X Flip 16 (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo IdeaPad 2-in-1 16 with Intel Arrow Lake offers too little for the price

Current alternatives like the HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 16 can be thinner and lighter with a better display while costing hundreds of dollars less.

Allen Ngo, 07 Aug 2025 21:21

PS5 consoles are shown below Xbox and Nintendo Switch 2 logos (Image source: Sony PlayStation, Microsoft Gaming, Nintendo of America with edits)

Sony Senior VP says PlayStation is focusing less on consoles, hinting at more cross-platform games

Despite impressive PS5 sales, Sony may place less emphasis on consoles going forward. Comments from a Sony Senior Vice President have some gamers proclaiming the death of PlayStation exclusive games. The brand will instead focus o...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Aug 2025 20:58

The MagicX Retro 45's name implies that it has a 4.5-inch display. (Image source: MagicX)

Retro 45: MagicX announces new retro gaming handheld for fans of Dreamcast, Genesis, Nintendo 64 and Sega Saturn emulation

MagicX has revealed initial details about a new gaming handheld. Following on from this year's Zero 40 and Mini Zero 28, the Retro 45 adopts a six-button layout for those who like to emulate Dreamcast, Genesis, Nintendo 64 and Seg...

Alex Alderson, 07 Aug 2025 20:17

Unofficial render of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. (Image source: Evan Blass on X)

Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel Watch 4 promo ads leak ahead of launch

What seem to be official promo ads for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel 10 Pro, and the Pixel Watch 4 have been leaked. All three devices are in the Moonstone color.

Vineet Washington, 07 Aug 2025 20:16

The XPlus XRival packs the extremely powerful AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 "Strix Halo" APU with the Radeon 8060S iGPU. (Image source: XPlus)

XPlus XRival: Gaming mini PC with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Strix Halo APU launched with lucrative pricing

AMD Strix Halo-powered mini PCs have been steadily increasing in numbers, and for good reason. The powerful lineup of APUs, with the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 at the helm, boasts shockingly potent iGPUs that can make use of up to 96 GB of...

Sambit Saha, 07 Aug 2025 20:10

The iQOO Z10 Turbo+ boasts a massive 8,000 mAh battery with 90 W wired charging support (Image source: iQOO)

iQOO Z10 Turbo+ launches with Dimensity 9400+ chipset and a massive 8,000 mAh battery

iQOO has officially unveiled a new Z10 Turbo+ flagship smartphone with a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset, a 144 Hz AMOLED display, a 50 MP OIS-enabled primary camera, and a massive 8,000 mAh battery with 90 W wired charging. Alth...

Abhinav Fating, 07 Aug 2025 20:09

Lemokey L1 HE Keychron K4 HE Hall effect gaming keyboards on a desk in front of a box and laptop

My favourite wireless gaming keyboards just got even better with a mere software update

CheckMag Keychron's latest round of firmware updates add per-key RGB, improved wireless functionality, and a host of other small tweaks to its best wireless Hall-effect keyboards and mechanical keyboards. Before, the Keychron and Lemokey H...

Julian van der Merwe, 07 Aug 2025 20:05

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