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Don't sleep on the Legion 9 18 if you're on the lookout for one of the better 18-inch gaming laptops available (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Underrated Lenovo Legion 9 18 has more upgrade options than laptops from Razer, MSI, and others

Surprisingly, Lenovo's lesser-known 18-inch Legion laptop offers more SODIMM and M.2 SSD expansion slots than most competing laptops from popular gaming brands.

Allen Ngo, 18 Sep 2025 01:55

AMD has launched four new Ryzen Pro desktop CPUs for enterprise users (image source: AMD)

AMD announces four new Ryzen Pro desktop CPUs

AMD has shown off four new enterprise-grade Ryzen Pro CPUs for desktops. Three of them belong to the Ryzen 9000 series with Zen 5 cores, while the fourth is a Ryzen 7000 series model with Zen 4 cores.

Anil Ganti, 18 Sep 2025 01:47

Keychron BM series budget office mice have officially launched. (Image source: Keychron)

Keychron launches 3 new cheap wireless mice with long battery life and silent clicks

Keychron has officially launched three new office mice that come in at a low price of $19.99. The BM22, BM24, BM25 are part of Keychron's office mouse line-up, and they feature long battery life, compact, ergonomic designs, and, i...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Sep 2025 01:45

Asus ROG Ally with Xbox full-screen experience (Image source: Asus, Microsoft Xbox Gaming with edits)

Xbox full screen mode on original Asus ROG Ally boosts gaming handheld performance, but with caveats

Even before the Asus ROG Xbox Ally release date, gamers are testing the new Xbox full-screen experience. In one benchmark, ROG Ally performance sees noteworthy improvements in this mode. Still, similar results are possible on othe...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2025 01:00

The MP100 mini PC is available in a new version (Image source: Blackview)

Blackview MP100: AMD-powered mini PC with up to 64GB RAM launches in new configuration

Blackview has released a new mini PC, or at least a new model variant. The MP100 should offer sufficient processing power for various use cases and can handle multiple monitors, while its price is relatively low.

Silvio Werner, 18 Sep 2025 00:28

Hades is seeing its biggest-ever discount on Steam right now, thanks to the approaching Hades 2 full release. Pictured - screenshot from the game trailer. (Image source: Supergiant games YouTube - Edited)

Deal | 75% off on Steam: 10+ GOTY award-winning action roguelike gets its biggest-ever discount

Hades is now 75% off on Steam, at its lowest ever price of $6.24. The award-winning roguelike runs great on Steam Deck and the deal ends September 25, just ahead of Hades II’s launch.

Anubhav Sharma, 18 Sep 2025 00:10

A screenshot from Buckshot Roulette that showcases the game's creepy atmosphere as you play against the Dealer. (Image Source: Steam)

Deal | Buckshot Roulette: An addictive and creepy Russian Roulette simulator now just $1.79 on Steam for a limited time

2024's macabre sleeper hit, Buckshot Roulette, is 40% off on Steam right now for a limited time. It's available at its lowest recorded price of $1.79, a steal for the many hours of replayability. It currently sits on an "Overwhelm...

Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Sep 2025 23:31

Vibe coders have to face inconsistent performance of AI models (Image source: Generated using OpenAI)

Open source tool measures the stupidity level of AI models

A new open-source tool is offering real-time monitoring of multiple AI models, including OpenAI GPT-5, Claude Opus 4, and Gemini 2.5 Pro. The first of its kind, it can detect "when AI companies reduce model capability to save cost...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Sep 2025 23:21

The Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike gaming mouse in dramatic lighting

Logitech's new gaming mouse mimics the best gaming keyboards and adds haptic feedback along with web-based G Hub — G Pro X2 Superstrike launch

Logitech has refreshed its G Pro X2 gaming mouse with a Superstrike variant that delivers a handful of interesting features in the familiar G Pro X symmetrical shape. The new G Pro X2 Superstrike features Lightspeed wireless and i...

Julian van der Merwe, 17 Sep 2025 23:19

Apple's most powerful desktop, the M3 Ultra-powered Mac Studio (pictured), apparently has issues with updating to macOS 26 Tahoe. (Image source: Apple, w/ edits)

Apple's most powerful desktop cannot install latest version of macOS

Several users that own a Mac Studio with Apple's M3 Ultra chip have reported that their desktop cannot install macOS 26 Tahoe, the latest version of macOS. This is apparently due to a bug that may relate to an inability to properl...

Sam Medley, 17 Sep 2025 22:59

Devialets latest Phantom speaker is compact and provides up to 108dB (Image source: Devialet)

Devialet Phantom Ultimate promises up to 108dB and 14Hz bass in a compact speaker

Devialet has upgraded its iconic Phantom speaker as part of a new Ultimate version, which keeps its compact dimensions but supposedly offers an impressive sound pressure of 108dB and bass frequency down to 14Hz. The Devialet Phant...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Sep 2025 22:35

The Xiaomi Vacuum Cleaner P30 is launching globally. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Vacuum Cleaner P30: New cordless vacuum cleaner is light and handy

Xiaomi is launching a new cordless vacuum cleaner, the Vacuum Cleaner P30, onto the global market. Its low weight and powerful motor makes it particularly handy and versatile.

Marcus Schwarten, 17 Sep 2025 21:40

Promotional artwork that displays new updates for Google's Discover feed on smartphones. (Image Source: Google)

Google's Discover feed will now show social media posts and YouTube Shorts from creators you follow

Google is rolling out an update for its Discover feed that the company claims will make it easier to find and follow creators and publishers you are interested in. It will go beyond just showing articles from sources to more forma...

Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Sep 2025 21:39

Image from the game MindsEye. (Image source: IO Interactive)

The MindsEye actor thought the game's failure would end his career

The actor who played Jacob Diaz in Mindseye spoke about the resounding failure of this GTA-like game. In particular, he shared his fears about his future.

Alexis Stegmann, 17 Sep 2025 21:08

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is expected to launch soon as a more affordable alternative to the 5G model. (Image source: Samsung, edited)

Leak: Samsung Galaxy A17 4G launching soon for the equivalent of $175 with 6 years of updates and AMOLED display

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was the most popular Android smartphone in the world last quarter, and Samsung is expected to launch a more affordable 4G model of its direct successor soon. The Galaxy A17 4G is already listed at one ret...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Sep 2025 21:01

IBR500: Single-board computer launches with MediaTek SoC. (Image source: iBASE)

IBR500: Single-board computer with COM port is an alternative to the Raspberry Pi

iBASE offers a new single-board computer that can be used for IoT or AI applications, and can directly connect two monitors. M.2 expansion cards are supported, as are various operating systems.

Silvio Werner, 17 Sep 2025 21:01

The Alldocube comes in a single colour and memory option. (Image source: Alldocube)

Alldocube Ultra Pad: Alldocube releases new tablet with 15,000 mAh battery and powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset

Alldocube is now selling the Ultra Pad, an Android tablet backed by a 13-inch display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset and a 15,000 mAh battery. The Alldocube Ultra Pad is relatively inexpensive too, despite also containing...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 20:55

The Legion Go 2 is much larger and heavier than the Legion Go it replaces. (Image source: Lenovo)

Legion Go 2: Lenovo releases new OLED gaming handheld in more markets with Ryzen Z2 and Ryzen Z2 APUs

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has now reached the UK and Europe after its official debut earlier this month. Starting at £899 in the UK and rising to £1,099 with a Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, the Legion Go 2 costs around €1,495 including taxes...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 20:47

Side-by-side image of the green iPhone 17 with dual cameras and the orange iPhone 17 Pro with triple cameras. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro shows lower stability than iPhone 17 in GPU ray tracing stress test

Apple’s new iPhone 17 Pro with the A19 Pro chip deliver impressive GPU performance in benchmarks, but stability results from the 3DMark Solar Bay Extreme stress test tell a different story.

Anmol Dubey, 17 Sep 2025 20:42

Screenshot from the GTA 6 trailer. (Image source: Rockstar Games on YouTube)

GTA 6 may not be the biggest release in history, according to Take-Two Interactive

While GTA 6 is eagerly awaited by many gamers around the world, Take-Two Interactive is taking a cautious approach, mainly due to the pressure surrounding the game.

Alexis Stegmann, 17 Sep 2025 20:36

Guns in Battlefield 6 will get covered in blood splatter during combat. (Image source: ModernWarzone on X)

Battlefield 6: All weapons and vehicles leaked

Battlefield 6 gameplay footage keeps leaking online and the new set of videos shared on X show two maps, Mirak Valley and Operation Firestorm. The same leaker has also listed all the weapons and vehicles that will be present in th...

Vineet Washington, 17 Sep 2025 20:23

Switch 2 and PS5 consoles shown on colors of Spanish flag (Image source: Nintendo of America, Sony PlayStation with edits)

Nintendo Switch 2 console sales trail PS5 in one EU nation, with third-party games struggling

Excitement over the Nintendo Switch 2 could be waning in Spain. A popular podcast cited sales data suggesting that Switch 2 sales have fallen behind the PS5. With unpopular Game-Key Cards, buyers are also hesitant to try third-par...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Sep 2025 20:17

CEOs of 4 major forums/platforms have been summoned to testify on October 8, 2025. (Image source: Steam, Reddit, Discord, Twitch, Committee on Oversight and Government Reform - Edited)

Congress summons CEOs of Discord, Steam, Twitch, and Reddit to testify on online radicalization

As of September 17, 2025, the House Oversight Committee of the USA has summoned CEOs of Discord, Steam, Twitch, and Reddit to testify on online radicalization following recent violence.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Sep 2025 19:49

The Xiaomi 15T will be joining the pricier Xiaomi 15T Pro during a September 24 global launch event. (Image source: Abhishek Yadav)

Xiaomi 15T reveals itself before global release in new leak

The first hands-on image of the Xiaomi 15T has now turned up online before the device's global release later this month. Confirming various hardware specifications ahead of time, the image also reiterates that Leica camera tunings...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 19:39

The "iQoo 15" hands-on. (Image source: Geek Village Chief via Weibo)

iQoo 15: New video purports to solve colorful conundrum for upcoming Android flagship

The iQoo 15 is rumored to come with one of the most unique rear panels in the flagship Android smartphone world on its debut later in 2025. A new leak suggests that it might indeed take one of the most unusual approaches to high-e...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2025 19:38

Leaker reveals next Epic Games Store free game giveaway ahead of schedule

A popular leaker has revealed what is coming next from Epic Games Store and its free game service. Arriving on September 18 and running until September 25, the giveaway will be available for mobile gamers across Android and iOS.

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 19:33

LG’s CineBeam S projector (pictured) can be pre-ordered in the US. (Image source: LG)

LG CineBeam S Mini projector launches in the US

LG is now accepting pre-orders for its new CineBeam S Mini projector in the US. Shipping in the next few weeks, this 4K triple laser model has an ultra short throw ratio of 0.25:1. Other features include 54% coverage of the DCI-P3...

Polly Allcock, 17 Sep 2025 19:29

The Fenix 7 Pro is one of three smartwatches that can now manually request Garmin's latest stable update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases major new update to older Pro smartwatches after prolonged wait

Garmin has quietly started offering its latest stable software update to older Pro-branded smartwatches. Available to download as System Software 23.18 on Fenix 7 Pro, Epix 2 Pro and the Tactix 7 Pro, the new update introduces num...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 19:27

The Xiaomi Redmi 15 comes in three launch colours and two memory options. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches Redmi 15 with affordable UK pricing

Xiaomi has now launched its Redmi 15 smartphone in the UK. To be offered with comparatively affordable pricing, the Xiaomi Redmi 15 contains hardware like a huge 7,000 mAh battery, a 50 MP primary camera and a 144 Hz display.

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 19:22

The Edge 70 looks a lot like Motorola's other recent Edge series smartphones. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Details of mystery new Motorola smartphone emerge following Edge 70 leak

Another unreleased Motorola smartphone has turned up online. Revealing its model number and codename in the process, the mysterious Motorola smartphone is rumoured to be a new Edge series model like the Edge 70 or Edge 70 Pro.

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 19:17

Apple iPhone Air is only 5.6 mm thick. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone Air battery life testing shows surprisingly good runtimes despite small 3,149 mAh cell capacity

Dave2D has tested the new Apple iPhone Air, and the battery life testing results are pretty interesting. The phone packs a rather small 3,149 mAh battery, which is considerably smaller than both the regular Apple iPhone 17 and the...

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Sep 2025 19:11

Amazfit’s Balance 2 XT smartwatch (pictured) is receiving a software update. (Image source: Amazfit, edited)

Amazfit brings BioCharge and continuous heart rate features to new smartwatch

Amazfit is rolling out software version 3.22.0.4 to another smartwatch. This release, recently reported by users on Reddit, brings the BioCharge energy level score, as well as continuous heart rate monitoring. Plus, users of the B...

Polly Allcock, 17 Sep 2025 18:56

Apple's new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 17 series may not charge faster with older third-party power bricks

The iPhone 17, 17 Pro and Pro Max have just launched alongside a series-first upgrade rated to allow them to charge by 50% in as little as 20 minutes. A review of this technology suggests that it is enabled by a specific version o...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2025 18:50

More smartphones than ever before will feature a variable aperture camera. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung reportedly developing cameras with variable aperture technology

More and more smartphones appear to be getting variable aperture cameras, including flagship models from Xiaomi and Apple iPhone 19 Pro. Samsung Electronics is reportedly developing smartphone cameras with adjustable apertures and...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Sep 2025 18:35

The Doogee S200 Ultra features a round AMOLED secondary display on the back. (Image source: Doogee)

Doogee S200 Ultra launches with round secondary display, 11,000 mAh battery and free smartwatch

The brand-new Doogee S200 Ultra is now retailing with a launch discount and even a free smartwatch. The rugged outdoor smartphone boasts a massive 11,000 mAh battery, a modern MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor and a 100 MP main ca...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Sep 2025 18:35

Xiaomi’s Mijia Dual Zone Washing Machine Drum 10kg (pictured) has launched in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi smart dual-zone washing machine launches

The Xiaomi Mijia Dual Zone Washing Machine Drum 10kg has arrived in China. This new model has a large central drum, with a separate smaller drum which works independently. Smart features include intelligent detergent dispensing, a...

Polly Allcock, 17 Sep 2025 18:34

Promotional image of Nothing Ear (3) in their case. (Image source: Nothing on X)

Nothing Ear (3) specs and marketing images leak ahead of launch

Nothing Ear (3) will be an upgrade over the Nothing Ear from last year in most aspects. From the materials to the features to the Talk button on the case, a lot of improvements are on the way.

Vineet Washington, 17 Sep 2025 18:18

The Casio GW-8200TPF Poison Dart Frogman watch, pictured. (Image source: Kosutasu300 via Instagram)

Casio G-Shock Frogman "Poison Dart": Release date revealed in new leak

A new leak has revealed that Casio G-Shock Frogman GW-8200TPF-1 with textured frog skin finish, yellow-black colors, and Tough Solar will release around Dec 2025, priced near ¥95,000 in Japan.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Sep 2025 18:12

Palworld game image on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Despite legal battle with Nintendo, Palworld makes big announcement

Despite an ongoing lawsuit against Nintendo for intellectual property copying, Pocketpair announced big news for Palworld on the official YouTube channel. But it is necessary to know if the trial will be a brake on its launch.

Alexis Stegmann, 17 Sep 2025 18:02

A rendering of the new MB56 from EVE. (Image source: Gobel Power)

2 kWh for around $175: EVE's new MB56 cells coming soon

EVE's new prismatic LFP battery is said to store over 2 kWh of energy and be extremely durable. After a long wait, the model is now available from reputable retailers at a price of around $175. However, those who order now will no...

Bernhard Rotter, 17 Sep 2025 18:01

The Magic V5. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Honor Magic V6 tipped to launch with 200MP main camera

Honor's first premium 200MP camera smartphone of 2026 might be foldable, according to a new leak. The Magic V5's successor might indeed make that potentially significant upgrade, alongside the best in up-to-date Qualcomm silicon, ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2025 17:59

Nano Banana AI helped Gemini app finally beat ChatGPT (Image source: Generated using OpenAI)

Nano Banana has turned Gemini into App Store's top AI app

Introduced in late August, Nano Banana, which is officially known as Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, is now the most popular AI-powered image generator and editing tool. Thanks to it, the Gemini app has finally snatched the top spot in th...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Sep 2025 17:47

The Segway E3 Pro electric scooter offers 800 W peak power (Image source: Segway via PRNewswire)

Segway unveils E3 Pro electric scooter with limited-time launch discount

Segway has officially launched the E3 Pro electric scooter. The company’s new lightweight e-scooter is equipped with an 800 W peak power motor and a 386 Wh battery. Other features include a 3-inch display, a top speed of 20 mph (3...

Abhinav Fating, 17 Sep 2025 17:42

The VX14P1-3K-OLED costs around $351 in China. Pictured: a promo picture of the portable monitor. (Image source: ViewSonic - edited)

ViewSonic launches new portable monitor with compact OLED screen and 90 Hz refresh rate

A new ViewSonic 14-inch portable monitor has been introduced in China with the model number VX14P1-3K-OLED. It features a 14-inch OLED screen with 2880 x 1800 pixels resolution, 90 Hz refresh rate, and USB-C input.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Sep 2025 17:41

Cooler Master Hyper 212 3DHP Black air cooler. (Image source: TechPowerUP)

Cooler Master's 3D heat pipe tech for improved CPU cooling is a budget upgrade coming soon

Cooler Master has given more value to its budget friendly air cooler, the Hyper 212, with a 3D heat pipe upgrade. This adds another set of heat pipes running through the middle of the heatsink fin-stack for a more even distributio...

Vineet Washington, 17 Sep 2025 17:27

The Vivo X300 Pro will surpass the X200 Ultra, pictured, in another key camera area. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 Pro to beat Vivo X200 Ultra with key videography upgrades

Vivo has teased that its new X300 Pro will surpass the Vivo X200 Ultra when it comes to videography. Equipped with MediaTek's new Dimensity 9500 chipset, the Vivo X300 Pro will surpass the Vivo X200 Ultra when it comes to 10-bit L...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 17:13

Kazuma Kiryu from Yakuza 3 is shown (Image source: Sega with edits)

Yakuza Kiwami 3 could be announced at Tokyo Game Show, as gamers await news on remake

A gamer stumbled on a quickly erased mention of Yakuza Kiwami 3 on the RGG website. Many fans consider Yakuza 3 to tell the most impactful story. Unfortunately, the 2019 remaster didn’t offer the improvements that other remakes in...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Sep 2025 17:11

The A17 Frosted Case. (Image source: Aulumu)

Aulumu A17 series purports to confer real-time overheating alerts on iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max

Aulumu aims to make the latest Pro iPhones look even more high-tech with its new A17 series of cases. Their cyberpunk rear camera covers integrate a "CPU temperature monitor" rated to change color in response to how hot the 17 Pro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2025 17:05

Both models feature dual Tesla NACS and J1772 compatibility, smart app controls, and rugged designs (Image Source: MSI)

MSI drops new affordable smart chargers, enters the EV charging market

MSI has officially entered the electric vehicle charging market with its EV Life and EV Life Plus chargers, starting at $449 with a five-year warranty. The gaming hardware giant leverages decades of performance computing expertise...

Nitisha Upadhye, 17 Sep 2025 17:00

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