Astronomers have detected a star turning into a black hole in the Andromeda galaxy. Although it is difficult to observe due to its size, this could lead to the discovery of new black holes in the universe.

In our review, the Xiaomi Poco Pad X1 performed well despite minor flaws and even managed to outperform Apple's best-selling iPad in most areas. We compared both products.

The Hisense M7 MiniLED TV has been launched in the US. This is a relatively cheap model, currently offered in sizes up to 60 inches. Features of this entry-level TV include Google TV, an integrated speaker with support for Dolby Atmos and the brand’s Game Mode Plus.

Konami has unveiled the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 with a corresponding announcement trailer. The collection includes two main entries and a Game Boy Color spinoff. The retro collection is set to launch this summer.

Garmin has begun offering what appears to be the final update in its latest beta cycle for multiple high-end smartwatches. Rolling out with Aviation, Dive and ECG features enabled, the new beta should transition to stable System Software 21.25 soon with dozens of new features and improvements over Garmin's current stable software.

We had the chance to test the performance of the new Intel Core Ultra 5 338H including the Arc B370 GPU with 10 Xe cores in some benchmarks. The results are very promising and the performance difference to the Arc B390 is small.

The Legion Y700 Gen 5 is set to launch soon as a new flagship gaming tablet, and Lenovo is slowly revealing its core features. With a new teaser, the company shares that the device will come with Super Interconnect 3.0, enabling "smooth cross-ecosystem" collaboration.

According to these rumors, the Apple iPhone 17e will be officially unveiled in just a few days. A usually fairly reliable leaker has already revealed the design, price and key specs of the next-generation "budget iPhone" ahead of time.

Early evidence of a new Huawei fitness tracker has surfaced online. Featuring a redesigned exterior, the Huawei Band 11 Pro will be available in multiple colours and could debut globally before the end of February 2026.

Brigandine The Legend of Runersia blends classic turn-based battles with detailed unit management and large-scale conquest, delivering a deep experience tailored to fans of demanding strategy RPGs. The game is currently available on Steam at its lowest price to date. An 80% discount brings it down to just under $8 until February 26.

With the OPT100 NeoFilm, the popular Kodak Charmera gets another competitor. The tiny digital camera looks like a 35mm film roll but it sports a display, microSD card slot, and an 8MP CMOS sensor, all of which make the camera fully functional.

The Nothing Phone (4a) and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro are expected to launch as early as March. A Geekbench listing is already providing clues about the flagship model’s processor, while a leaker has revealed details about the available configurations.

Xiaomi's new TV S Mini LED 2026 is on the way to markets worldwide. Recently spotted on the brand's global website, this 4K QD-Mini LED model will be offered in sizes from 55 to 98 inches. Features across all sizes include Google TV and integrated speakers, and the two larger versions have a 144 Hz native refresh rate.

Anthropic’s Head of AI Security, Mrinank Sharma, has stepped down with immediate effect. He cited ethical concerns as the reason for his departure – raising urgent warnings that extend beyond the field of artificial intelligence.

After years of anticipation, the release date for the Gothic 1 remake has finally been announced. The reveal was accompanied by a new trailer showcasing the revamped combat system, improved animations, and cinematic cutscenes.

An early leak has revealed Lenovo's next attempt at building a ThinkPad-branded 2-in-1. Tipped to feature Intel Panther Lake processors, the ThinkPad X13 Detachable Gen 1 could be more repairable than the Microsoft Surface Pro without compromising on other classic ThinkPad details either.

The Pokémon Company has unveiled a new collector’s item designed to excite fans – an animatronic Pikachu described as the most lifelike version of the iconic Electric-type mascot to date.

Diablo II: Resurrected Hotfix 1 (3.1.0.1) fixes cross-region game joining and Steam promo item delivery. Xbox listings also show the PC version included with Game Pass.

The Asus ProArt Mouse MD301 has been launched in China. With the launch price being CNY 599, around $86.8, this wireless mouse stands as an affordable rival to the Logitech MX Master 4. The global launch timeline is still unclear.

A team from the Chinese Academy of Sciences has addressed the limitations of solid-state refrigerants by integrating cooling and heat transfer into a single fluid, offering a potential solution for cooling data centers and homes.

Provider routers are convenient—but that’s exactly their biggest problem. Poor Wi-Fi coverage, limited control, questionable privacy, and technical limitations are everyday issues for many users. In this new series, I’ll gradually replace my provider’s all-in-one device (the Vodafone Station) with a modular setup using an OpenWRT router, access point, and switch. In part 1, I’ll explain why I’m taking this approach and how the project is structured.

Miyoo might be developing a new clamshell handheld with some interesting design choices. Leaked renders show the handheld not only has a removable battery, but also borrows some features from the TrimUI Brick.

The latest Amazon US CPU sales data for January 2026 shows a concerning trend. Many consumers are not buying new CPUs, as CPU sales have seen an enormous 51% decline from January 2025 to January 2026. The relative position of AMD Ryzen and Intel Core processors has remained unchanged, as AMD CPUs remain at the top of the sales chart.

Lava’s Yuva Star 3 brings Android 15 Go Edition, IP64 protection, and a 6.75-inch 90 Hz display to the ultra-budget segment, with retail reporting pointing to ₹7,499 pricing in India.

The Chinese Lunar New Year is around the corner, and Xiaomi is apparently planning to take a break from rolling out HyperOS updates during this holiday period. This hiatus will reportedly start on February 15 and expire on March 03, 2026.

The hype about the new Panther Lake CPUs has been mostly about the more expensive variants. Lenovo has now started to turn their attention towards the lower priced models, expanding the price range of Panther Lake with more affordable models like the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G9 IPL and ThinkBook 16 G9 IPL.

Fresh from the success of Silent Hill: F, the newly released Townfall trailer highlights a refreshed radio concept, and a shift from 3rd-person to first-person perspectives, perhaps taking cues from the recent Resident Evil releases.

Colorful has officially listed new product pages for its 2026 EVOL P15 gaming laptops, featuring Nvidia's latest-generation RTX 5060 and RTX 5050 Blackwell GPUs.

PlayStation and Santa Monica Studios announce that the original God of War trilogy will get a remake, fixing the only real complaint fans had about the Norse mythology series.

OnePlus is rolling out a massive February 2026 OxygenOS update, bringing powerful new video editing tools and an enhanced AI Eraser to its smartphone lineup. The update rollout has already begun for eligible devices ranging from the new OnePlus 15 series down to the OnePlus 8.

A new "hot-wire" laser technique allows for the additive manufacturing of industrial-grade cemented carbides, significantly reducing waste and cost.

Citizen USA has launched a new Promaster Navihawk timepiece - the CA4664-60E - a 40 mm black sunray pilot chronograph. Powered by the B620 Eco-Drive caliber, it features a sapphire crystal, 200 m WR, and an MSRP of $595.00.

The Squanch Games CEO reveals why High on Life 2 isn't releasing as an Xbox exclusive. Despite the first shooter debuting on Microsoft’s consoles, it was most successful on PlayStation. The executive also suggests that Xbox Game Pass has lost subscribers after price increases.

Sony has officially announced the PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup for February 2026. This month appears to be a strong one for members, as a total of 10 games are being added.

During State of Play, Sucker Punch Studios announced a new free DLC for Ghost of Yotei. It's called Legends, and it will be available for all players on PS5 starting March 10.

Craft The World is a strategy game that allows you to explore a vast world filled with riches, but also dangers. You must lead a tribe of dwarves and build a fortress to defend yourself against numerous creatures.

Highguard turned out to be a failure for Wildlight Entertainment, and according to the former Lead Tech Artist at Wildlight, the game was labeled a failure before it ever had a fair chance.

The Cube 2 Pro is a projector that features a fairly stylish design and an integrated stand. The stand allows flexible placement, including projecting onto a ceiling. Image adjustments are handled automatically.

The Kodak Charmera is getting competition from Japan in the form of the Haru Mini retro camera, which is modeled after a classic SLR camera. Despite its tiny size and low weight of 2.4 oz, the camera is fully functional and even sports a small display on the back.

The Honor Magic8 Pro is one of the more interesting camera flagships thanks to a 200MP periscope telephoto camera and a 50MP f/1.6 main camera with a large sensor. Telesin has now introduced a camera kit that is intended to turn the smartphone into a more ergonomic as well as more versatile camera.

Despite advancements, cloud gaming still has downsides compared to playing titles locally. A Sony patent balances both approaches, leading to smaller PS5 and PS6 game installations. Executables would run on a console, minimizing latency and the need for storage upgrades.

The Epic Games Store is continuing this month's spout of giveaways with a new freebie for mobile gamers. Available between February 12 and February 19, A Fumble in the Dark is the second game in The Darkside Detective series. The game also has excellent ratings across Android and iOS.

Samsung Display has announced plans to release new high-end OLED monitors this year. Falling under new QD-OLED Penta Tandem branding, the new monitors will join recent 27-inch and 32-inch examples that already benefit from its five-stack and EL 3.0 technologies.

The new version of the Zepp app for Amazfit smartwatches is now available for Android. Version 10.0 was recently added to the Google Play Store. It brings these users a new Badges feature, designed to add another level of motivation to their workouts. Plus, there is a BioCharge related improvement and a range of design changes.

Sony has kicked off 2026 by refreshing one of its popular pairs of over-ear wireless headphones. Arriving without a price increase over its original MSRP, the new model adopts a Sand Pink finish to distinguish itself from Sony's initial releases.

The next-gen HBM4 stacks exceed JEDEC and Nvidia specifications with speeds up to 13 Gbps and bandwidth of 3.3 TB/s, while delivering higher energy efficiency, improved thermals, and up to 36 GB capacity per 12‑layer stack. This is the priciest memory Nvidia has ever ordered for AI data center cards, though.