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Artist's rendering of red dwarf star L 98-59. (Image source: Benoît Gougeon, University of Montreal)

A near-Earth exoplanet could potentially harbor life

A near-Earth exoplanet could harbor life because it lies in its star's habitable zone. But further studies are needed to answer this mystery and potentially discover life elsewhere in the universe.

Alexis Stegmann, 24 Jul 2025 10:56

A Tesla Model Y robotaxi in Austin. (Image source: @AdanGuajardo/X)

Tesla Robotaxi service expanding to California and Florida soon with low costs per mile

Tesla will be bringing its Robotaxi ride-share platform services to California, Florida, Arizona, Nevada, and other states, starting with 10x expansion of its geofenced area in the next few weeks. The lessons from the Austin pilot...

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Jul 2025 10:31

Google removes nearly 11,000 YouTube channels tied to influence campaigns by the PRC and Russia

Google’s Threat Analysis Group dismantled over 10,900 YouTube channels between April and June 2025 for coordinated influence operations. Approximately 7,700 were tied to PRC networks pushing Beijing’s policies in English and Chine...

Nathan Ali, 24 Jul 2025 09:49

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying NASA’s TRACERS (Image source: SpaceX)

NASA launches 5 satellites loaded with new tech into orbit using a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket

NASA launches 5 satellites into earth orbit after the previous attempt was cancelled due to the FAA's concern regarding the airspace. The launch includes 5 satellites from 4 different missions: TRACERS, PExT, Athena EPIC, REAL.

Chibuike Okpara, 24 Jul 2025 09:38

The electric Tesla Model 3 (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Q2 2025 earnings report: $22.5 billion revenue, $1.17 billion net income despite declining EV sales and regulatory credits

Tesla has officially released Q2 2025 financial results. The EV maker reported a net income of $1.17 billion on total revenue of $22.5 billion, despite declining sales and the impact of regulatory credits.

David Odejide, 24 Jul 2025 09:34

Supervive currently has an 89% positive rating. Pictured: edited cover picture of the game. (Image source: Steam - edited)

New genre-bending MOBA free game tops Steam trending chart shortly after full release

Supervive has been fully released on Steam on July 24, 2025. It's described as a MOBA battle royale with Hero Shooter mix, and currently, this freebie is in the first spot on Steam's "New & Trending" chart.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Jul 2025 09:24

Promotional art for Elden Ring: Nightreign (image source: Bandai Namco Entertainment)

Elden Ring: Nightreign tops June 2025 U.S. sales charts; outsells Death Stranding 2 and Mario Kart World

Elden Ring: Nightreign dominated US sales for the month of June this year after releasing at the tail end of May on PC, PlayStation and Xbox simultaneously.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Jul 2025 08:27

"Major Android smartphones" are said to support the new protocol. Pictured: a snapshot from Pixel 10 teaser video. (Image source: Google and WPC - edited)

Qi2 25 W wireless charging goes official with Pixel 10 series seemingly on supported list

The WPC has formally announced the next-gen Qi2 wireless charging standard. Dubbed Qi v2.2.1, it offers up to 25 W fast charging, and while the announcement didn't specify supported phones, the Pixel 10 series is set to be on the ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Jul 2025 08:18

Deltarune tops Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts, surpassing Mario Kart World in june sales

Deltarune, a highly anticipated RPG title offered a unique release pattern at launch, publishing its first two chapters as a free-to-play demo which may have contributed to its success with gamers.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Jul 2025 07:57

A screengrab from the Silent Hill: Townfall Trailer (image source: Silent Hill Official YT)

Silent Hill: Townfall developer NoCode rebrands to Screen Burn

The Scottish game studio has now rebranded to a new name as it continues development on the title being published by Konami Digital Entertainment.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Jul 2025 07:39

The OnePlus Pad Lite tablet features a large 9,340 mAh battery (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Pad Lite: New affordable Android tablet debuts in India with 90 Hz display and 9,340 mAh battery

OnePlus has officially unveiled its next-generation budget-range tablet, the Pad Lite, in the Indian market. OnePlus’ new budget Android tablet is equipped with a MediaTek Helio G100 processor, a 90 Hz display, quad speakers, and ...

Abhinav Fating, 24 Jul 2025 07:12

NASA shares how it fixed spacecraft's camera from 370 million miles away

NASA’s experimental technique to rescue Juno spacecraft’s camera far away in Jupiter’s orbit resulted in groundbreaking success, as presented during a technical session on July 16. The long-distance save is providing insights into...

Chibuike Okpara, 24 Jul 2025 05:35

A screengrab from the Directive 8020 trailer (image source: PlayStation YT)

Supermassive Games delays Directive 8020 to 2026 amid layoffs of 36 employees

Directive 8020 will now see a potential release towards the first half of 2026 based on information published on the Supermassive Games account on X.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Jul 2025 05:34

Nvidia showcased RTX 50 series desktops and laptops, alluding to potential of the Indian market. (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

Nvidia highlights collaboration with major Indian OEMs and PC builders, showcases AI and gaming with the RTX 5050 and other Blackwell GPUs at "Future of AI" event

Nvidia held a "Future of AI" event earlier this month in India showcasing the gaming and AI prowess of RTX 50 Blackwell GPUs. The company demoed several laptop and desktop offerings featuring the new RTX 5050 and other previously ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Jul 2025 05:29

Fallout Bakersfield Gameplay Trailer Image Source Saur X YouTube

Fallout: Bakersfield trailer reveals GZDoom engine remake of 1997 classic

Fallout: Bakersfield gets a long-awaited update for enthusiasts looking to try their hands on the retro title inspired by the original series.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Jul 2025 05:27

Nintendo Switch 2 becomes fastest-selling console in Japan, outselling PS2 and Game Boy Advance in record time

The Nintendo Switch 2 console is going from strength to strength in the game publisher's native territory of Japan.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Jul 2025 03:01

A conceptual image of planet TOI 1227 b and its star (Image source: NASA, CXC, SAO, and M. Weiss; cropped)

This planet is being eaten by its own star and at an insane rate

Data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory reveals that a “baby” planet, just 8 million years old, is being violently stripped of its atmosphere, shrinking from the size of Jupiter down to a small, barren planet.

Chibuike Okpara, 24 Jul 2025 02:06

Sniper Elite Classics Collection Humble Bundle deal banner (Image source: Humble Bundle with edits)

Deal | A Humble Bundle with a popular tactical shooter offers 5 Steam games worth $242 for $14

With the Sniper Elite Classics Collection, buyers experience one of the most rewarding WWII tactical shooter franchises. Players need to carefully plan missions to eliminate enemies without detection. The Humble Bundle deal featur...

Adam Corsetti, 24 Jul 2025 01:05

The PeakDo LinkPower 1 connects to the Starlink Mini via the DC port. (Image source: PeakDo)

PeakDo LinkPower 1 is a power bank that securely attaches to the Starlink Mini

The Starlink Mini can be powered by a power bank, provided it has a minimum output of 100W. And while there are more than a handful of power banks that checks this box, the PeakDo LinkPower 1 stands out from the competition thanks...

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Jul 2025 00:57

The DJI Romo in its docking system with opaque and translucent finishes. (Image source: DJI)

DJI Romo: First robot vacuum officially revealed with launch date also confirmed

DJI has finally given fans a glimpse into its long-awaited robot vacuum. Arriving before the company gets the Osmo 360, Osmo Nano or Osmo Action 6 out the door, the DJI Romo appears to differ from its peers in a few key areas, too...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2025 00:52

The Obsoless iPh0n3 features a nylon design and a side-mounted USB Type-C port. (Image source: Ken Pillonel)

Custom iPhone cases released to add USB-C connectivity to older iPhones with Lightning connectors

A well-known engineer has developed cases for several iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 models with the aim of adding USB Type-C connectivity. Also packed with magnets to improve MagSafe compatibility, the Obsoless iPh0n3 allow the likes of...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2025 00:27

An alleged look at the Osmo Action 6's shell. (Image source: via Mauro Tandoi)

DJI Osmo Action 6: Alleged design of new action camera shown in fresh leak

According to recent reports, DJI could be releasing three action cameras this year for different audiences. Now, an image that supposedly shows the final design of one of these has emerged online with cues that it follows in the f...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2025 00:14

The Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 have received the same beta update simultaneously, latter pictured. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases major update for latest smartwatches with new features and device crash fixes

Garmin has finally brought its latest Forerunner smartwatches onto its Beta Program. Available across both the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970, Beta Version 12.58 introduces a dozen new features while addressing various outstand...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2025 00:07

A Garmin poster, which sparked rumors of a new watch, was in fact advertising a sale on the Forerunner 265 (pictured). (Image source: Garmin)

No new Garmin Forerunner smartwatch after misleading post

A recent Garmin social media post led many fans to believe that the brand was about to launch a new Forerunner smartwatch. However, it appears that the poster was actually advertising an upcoming discount on an existing smartwatch...

Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2025 23:48

iQoo Neo11 backed for SoC, display and battery upgrades in new leak

The Neo11 and 11 Pro are backed to launch as iQoo's next flagship-killer smartphones. They are now backed to launch with displays of higher resolution compared to their Neo10-series counterparts, driven by respectively improved So...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2025 21:54

Analyst no longer predicts massive Xbox Game Pass growth, citing PS5 games as hurting the service

Pessimism continues to build over Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass strategy. Michael Pachter believes that a lack of console sales will negatively impact the subscription service. Offering Xbox games on the PS5 and other platforms also ...

Adam Corsetti, 23 Jul 2025 21:48

Apple's first foldable iPhone looks certain to cost north of $2,000. (Image source: Concept Creator via YouTube)

iPhone Fold: Apple's first foldable revealed to be quite expensive

A new leak has now revealed vital pricing information on Apple's first-generation foldable. The iPhone Fold, as it's come to be called, has been tipped to arrive with a heavy price tag—higher than its Samsung counterpart's but les...

Ricci Rox, 23 Jul 2025 21:31

Xiaomi reportedly cancels 15 Civi launch at last minute

A new addition to the Xiaomi 15 series that might have packed Leica cameras for a better price is not coming to India after all, according to a new leak. The smartphone could also have offered the combination of the Snapdragon 8s ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2025 21:04

Redmi Turbo 5 Pro could launch with faster charging for bigger battery

Xiaomi has reportedly registered a new fast-charging power brick for smartphones - and for a very specific reason, according to a knowledgeable leaker. It could allow devices like a next-gen Redmi Turbo to launch with a hotly-anti...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2025 20:54

The Xiaomi 16 Pro models look set to get new 50 MP selfie cameras. (Image Source: Lee Qi)

Xiaomi 16 series: Launch info emerges along with word of massive camera upgrade

New leaks have now revealed more information on Xiaomi's upcoming Xiaomi 16 series flagship phones. For one, they could debut in September, and at least one model is tipped to arrive with an upgraded selfie snapper.

Ricci Rox, 23 Jul 2025 20:52

The prototype glove covers the hand partially, focussing on the fingertip surface (Image courtesy: Sharp)

Sharp unveils haptic VR glove and controller with fine texture sensing

Sharp Corporation is working on a hybrid VR glove-style controller that delivers fine texture feedback to each fingertip, and also has simple controller inputs like a joystick and buttons. The company had opened pre-registration i...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 23 Jul 2025 20:49

AOC's Q24G50F monitor (Image Source: IT Home)

AOC’s new 2K 144Hz gaming monitor is dirt cheap but surprisingly capable

AOC has launched the Q24G50F, a 23.8-inch 2K gaming monitor priced at just 749 yuan, or around $104, making it one of the most affordable 1440p 144Hz monitors available. It comes with an IPS panel with 99 percent sRGB coverage, Ad...

Antony Muchiri, 23 Jul 2025 20:45

Official image of Gran Turismo 7 on PlayStation. (Image source: PlayStation)

A new update with free content is coming to Gran Turismo 7

A new update has been released for Gran Turismo 7, offering three vehicles, including a genuine Japanese legend. But that's not all, as other features are also available.

Alexis Stegmann, 23 Jul 2025 20:37

Lucifer and Dream face off in a moment of divine tension; one of many visually striking confrontations in The Sandman Season 2. (Image source: Netflix)

The Sandman’s swan song: A quiet grief and a final farewell

Discussing the emotional impact of Netflix's The Sandman Season 2 Part 1, its impending conclusion, and the parallel loss of Good Omens. Exploring the narrative depth, thematic resonance, and fading magic of modern fantasy televis...

Jonathan Bester, 23 Jul 2025 20:36

The Redmi 13 5G, predecessor to the upcoming Redmi 15 5G. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G leak highlights key specifications ahead of global release

The Redmi 15 5G is expected to debut soon. A new leak suggests it will feature a large 6.9-inch display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a 7,000mAh battery.

Huzefa Baloch, 23 Jul 2025 20:26

Unofficial Pixel 10 Pro Fold renders showing Jade (left) and Moonstone (right) colors. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Pixel 10 Pro Fold leaked renders show off colors and slightly chunkier form factor

The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is seemingly going against the trend of lighter and thinner foldables as a new leak suggests a slightly chunkier form factor compared to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. It is expected to come in two colors and have a s...

Vineet Washington, 23 Jul 2025 20:20

The next mobile free game will be Doodle Mafia: Epic Alchemy. Pictured: edited cover picture of the game. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

One of the upcoming Epic Games Store free games gets revealed in new leak

MeguminShiro, a reliable leaker, has revealed the upcoming mobile free game that Epic Games Store will offer. While these weekly leaks usually reveal a soon-to-be PC freebie a day before, that's yet to happen this time.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Jul 2025 19:55

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the first Galaxy Z Flip model with a UWB chip. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 has a UWB chip but it's exclusive to the South Korean version

Five years after launching its first smartphone with support for ultra wideband, Samsung has brought the feature to the Galaxy Z Flip 7. Unfortunately, it is available only on the version sold in Korea.

Habeeb Onawole, 23 Jul 2025 19:51

The Garmin Approach S44 and S50 (pictured) are receiving a new update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new stable update with fix for auto-detect feature

The Garmin system software 6.18 is now available for two of the brand’s smartwatches. According to the release notes, the update fixes issues linked to automatic shot detection and another subscription-only feature. In a forum pos...

Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2025 19:26

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 G3 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Is the Core Ultra 7 255H worth it in the ThinkPad E16 G3? We tested it

Lenovo's affordable office laptop ThinkPad E16 G3 performed very well in our review. You can also get the more powerful Core Ultra 7 255H including the faster Arc Graphics 140T, but is it worth the additional charge? We tested it.

Andreas Osthoff, 23 Jul 2025 19:19

Abiotic Factor had a peak 24h player count of 22,304 at the time of writing. Pictured - an official screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam - Edited)

Steam launch: All about this new Half-Life x Lethal Company-style co-op survival game that hit 1K "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews in 24 hours

CheckMag Abiotic Factor has officially launched into its full 1.0 "Cold Fusion" update, earning nearly 1,000 new Overwhelmingly Positive Steam reviews in 24 hours. Here's a deep-dive into this survival-crafting co-op game with Half-Life vi...

Anubhav Sharma, 23 Jul 2025 19:14

An official image from the 2009 game Brütal Legend. (Image source: Xbox.com)

Deal | For less than $3 instead of $14.99, this top-rated game lets you meet Ozzy Osbourne

Following the announcement of the death of singer Ozzy Osbourne, many fans posted messages on social networks. But others turned to a mythical game to honor his memory.

Alexis Stegmann, 23 Jul 2025 19:03

Anker’s new Nano Charger is now available in Europe. (Image source: Anker)

Compact Anker Nano Charger with retractable cable now available

Anker is now selling the Nano Charger (35W, retractable USB-C cable) in various European countries. This accessory was announced earlier this year, though its release appeared to be delayed. The compact charger features a retracta...

Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2025 18:40

The Fengmi or Formovie X5 Pro projector (pictured) has arrived in China. (Image source: Fengmi)

Formovie X5 Pro projector arrives as new brighter model

Fengmi, known internationally as Formovie, has launched its new X5 Pro projector in China. This model is said to be brighter than the original X5, using an ALPD laser light source. The projector is also said to have a particularly...

Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2025 18:35

GTA 6 interactive map with in-game names and locations. (Image source: kalterapfel123)

GTA 6 detailed interactive map with references to official trailers and screenshots created by fan

The excitement for GTA 6 doesn’t seem to be dying down as a detailed and interactive map has been created by a fan. Now how long it stays up before Rockstar lawyers get involved, remains to be seen.

Vineet Washington, 23 Jul 2025 18:32

System software 22.07 has arrived for the Descent Mk3 and Mk3i (pictured) dive computers. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin wearables get breathing variations and accessory support in new update

Garmin has released a new stable update for the Descent Mk3 and Mk3i dive computers. These are the latest wearables to gain the recent Breathing Variations feature. Plus, system software 22.07 brings support for the new S1 SubWave...

Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2025 18:28

The Realme Narzo 80 Lite 4G comes in beach gold and obsidian black colorways (Image source: Realme)

Realme releases Narzo 80 Lite 4G smartphone with 90 Hz display and 6,300 mAh battery

Realme has announced the Narzo 80 Lite 4G model in India. The company’s new affordable smartphone comes with a 90 Hz display, a Unisoc T7250 chipset, up to 6 GB of RAM, and a large 6,300 mAh battery. The device will be available v...

Abhinav Fating, 23 Jul 2025 18:24

The Walker S2 robot changes its own battery. (Image source: UBTech/YT)

Tesla Optimus autonomy challenged by Walker S2 robot that swaps its own battery in 3 minutes

Tesla Optimus has been one-upped by the new Walker S2 industrial humanoid robot which doesn't have to sit idle on the charging stand. The battery swap technology is now moving from electric vehicles to robots.

Daniel Zlatev, 23 Jul 2025 18:24

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