A researcher has chained two unpatched flaws in the Creative Sound Blaster Katana V2X to remotely flash custom firmware over Bluetooth and inject keystrokes into the host PC — all this with no pairing required. Creative refuses to issue a fix.

MSI brought their new Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld gaming consoles with the Intel Arc G3 Extreme under the hood. We went hands-on with the portable consoles and came away excited about the Arc G3 Extreme.

Lenovo has shown off its new 15-inch Nvidia RTX Spark-powered laptop, the Yoga Pro 9n. It has a large trackpad, top-firing speakers, all-day battery life, and all the ports pro creators might need. Official pricing and launch date for the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n haven't been shared yet.

Xiaomi is finally selling its latest budget streaming stick. Available in Europe before its eventual global release, the Xiaomi TV Stick HD (2nd Gen) runs Google TV at up to 1080p for approximately $57.

Xiaomi has started selling one of its award-winning wireless soundbars in a new country. Equipped with four drivers, the Soundbar Pro 2.0 ch contains mutliple connectivity options and even NFC pairing despite its sub-£100 launch price.

The Xiaomi 18, Oppo Find X10, and Vivo X500 series are expected to be upcoming flagship Android smartphone lineups. Ahead of any official announcement, a leak has revealed potential launch windows for the Chinese market for all three.

Peladn has released a new mini-PC featuring AMD Strix Halo and up to 96 GB of VRAM. Already being sold globally, the Peladn YO2 can deliver up to 160 W of performance to its Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU, too.

Lenovo is now selling its latest lightweight 14-inch laptop internationally. Weighing less than a MacBook Air, the IdeaPad Slim 5 Ultra contains a 65 Wh battery rated for over 20 hours of battery life. Also, Lenovo offers the laptop with a 120 Hz display that spans 14-inches diagonally.

The Honor X7e launches as a new entry-level smartphone in the global market. The smartphone comes with a 120 Hz LCD display, a MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset, a dedicated one-tap AI key, and a large 7,500 mAh battery.

Google's new Android fake call detection uses RCS to verify calls from contacts, blocking AI voice-cloning scams before they reach you. Rolling out to Android 12+ devices now.

Intel Wildcat Lake not only enables particularly affordable laptops, but is also well suited for a NAS thanks to its relatively low power consumption and reasonable performance. Minisforum is now unveiling the N4, one of the first NAS systems based on the new Intel chips.

Control, I'm Not Coming Back is a free-to-play Steam walking sim that won't let you press S. A 45-minute drift through space with Voyager 1, it's 98% positive across nearly 1.4k reviews days after launch. Here's why this little hopecore game lands so hard.

Garmin has released a new software update. Available on multiple smartwatches, the update promises to make some Instinct smartwatches usuable again. Currently in beta, the update will likely reach all Instinct E and Instinct 3 smartwatches soon by way of new stable software.

Samsung has been spotted confirming the name of its next ultra-premium foldable smartphone. Tipped to launch globally in July, the leak also confirms that the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a direct replacement for last year's Galaxy Z Fold7. A long-awaited battery upgrade is still rumoured.

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is here, and AMD has priced the card a little too high, according to Hardware Unboxed. The RX 9070 GRE is reportedly much faster than the RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB, but falls behind the RTX 5070 and the RX 9070. HU calls the RX 9070 GRE "a pretty garbage deal".

Microsoft not only accepts AI addiction, but declares it as the primary goal of the brand new Scout AI agent. As leaked documents show, functionality only plays a subordinate role in the first phase of the rollout; Microsoft primarily wants users to become addicted to the AI agent.

The Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDMR 32-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor has hit its lowest-ever Amazon price at $899 for the first time — 31% off its $1,299.99 list price. It features 240 Hz, DP 2.1, and a 0.03 ms response time.

Garmin's satellite emergency calls will be free, at least for up to twelve months, before you have to pay for a subscription again for at least one month. This means that users of a Garmin Fenix 8 Pro or an inReach Mini 3 can access the satellite SOS features much more affordably than before.

CVE-2026-41089, a critical Windows Netlogon flaw rated CVSS 9.8, is now actively exploited. Unpatched domain controllers face full SYSTEM-level compromise with no credentials needed.

Rogbid's SR15 Ultra smart ring launches at $99.99 with a built-in display, vibration alerts, and 24/7 health tracking including heart rate, SpO2, HRV, and sleep. Made from titanium with 5ATM resistance, it claims up to 30 days of battery life with its charging case.

The Geekom A9 Max is based on the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 and is aimed at demanding users looking for high performance in a mini PC format. The compact system is currently available directly from Geekom at a discount. The equipment includes 32 GB RAM and a 2 TB SSD.

The HP OmniBook 3 Windows laptop with a Snapdragon X X1-26-100 ARM SoC, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage is now less than $600 at Best Buy. This has made the HP OmniBook 3 one of the few super-affordable Windows laptops that aren't terrible.

Acer has announced two new pairs of glasses - the AR Vision GR0 are AR glasses that display a virtual screen when connected to a compatible device while the GI0 AI are Gemini-powered smart glasses that connect to mobile devices. Both glasses will be available in North America, Europe, and Australia.

Capcom has confirmed a September 25, 2026 release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, announced during Sony's June 2026 PlayStation State of Play. The game launches on PS5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X, and marks a series reboot set in Edo-era Kyoto with legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi as the protagonist. A 30-minute playable PS5 demo is already available.

AnTuTu has published its latest flagship tablet performance rankings for May 2026. The Vivo Pad 6 Pro ranks first with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.

A new smartwatch is available at a very low price, yet still comes with an AMOLED display, calling features and long battery life. However, users should not necessarily expect an especially extensive feature set.

Thermacell’s new LIV 2.0 mosquito repellent system expands coverage to up to 3,000 square feet, with a redesigned hub that supports more repellent units and adds protection against no-see-ums. The system offers app controls and refill monitoring, among other things.

A fresh report has revealed potential pricing for the new RTX Spark AI laptops like the Surface Laptop Ultra and Dell XPS 16. According to the info, laptops (and presumably PCs) equipped with the N1x chip could carry a price tag of at least $2,899, while entry-level N1 models may start at $1,799.

State of Play viewers are wondering how they can afford all of the games featured. September launches for titles like Marvel’s Wolverine and Silent Hill: Townfall come in rapid succession. The schedule justifies speculation that studios are desperate to avoid the November GTA 6 release date.

Microsoft has revealed Project Solara, and the smart badge, a wearable device designed to replace traditional app-based smartphones with an agent-first AI interface. As Microsoft initiates internal testing and prepares for enterprise pilots, it enters a critical race against OpenAI’s rumored 2027 AI phone, signaling a major shift toward specialized, context-aware hardware.

During the State of Play event that was hosted today, Sony announced four new games coming to PlayStation Plus in the coming months.

The Aulumu G05 Pro is a magnetic smartphone kickstand that can flip out up to 80 degrees, with integrated everyday carry tools, a protractor, and an ASMR‑style fidget ring. It is available in Midnight Black or Mechanical Silver, and compatible with all phones thanks to an included stick-on metal ring.

HP has released a new 13-inch laptop internationally. Equipped with Intel Panther Lake processors, the EliteBook 8 G2i 13 also contains a 62 Wh battery, an 800-nit display and up to 32 GB RAM.

Microsoft has shared the names of games that will be leaving the Xbox Game Pass library mid-June. The lineup includes Jurassic World Evolution 2, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, and more.

Amazon has revealed the next set of games that Prime members can download and play for free this month. A total of 15 games are being added, and the lineup includes Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, Mafia III: Definitive Edition, and more.

Google is updating Android phones this June with enhanced scammer detection for Phone by Google users, fit checks with circle to search, and expanded AirDrop access for more brands.

With another release date delay less likely, anticipation is building for a third GTA 6 trailer. Anxious YouTubers decided to trespass in the Rockstar Games studios to gain a preview. Police questioned the streamers and warned them against sharing any leaks.

Casio's EFK-200 Edifice mechanical lineup is now reportedly confirmed for July 2026, featuring a carbon case, sapphire crystal, Miyota 8215 movement, gradient dials, and five colorways. Pricing is expected to land around $300-320.

After being exclusive to the 8BitDo eShop for months, the 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller Prototype Limited Edition can now be purchased on Amazon. The price remains the same as that of the eShop.

Intel promised that Panther Lake would deliver the same power efficiency as the last generation Lunar Lake chip. While Panther Lake does well, our review of the ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 shows that this is not quite the case.

The newly released MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is now listed on Best Buy US with a price tag of $1,699.99. A couple of hundred dollars more than its previously rumored MSRP, the gaming handheld comes with 1 TB of storage, 32 GB of RAM, and Intel Arc G3 Extreme.

A wolf in sheep’s clothing: A new smartphone looks like a feature phone or "dumb phone", but even allows apps to be installed and used. The model has a compact display and is intended to work particularly well as a secondary phone.

Garmin has a new product in the works. The manufacturer itself has officially confirmed this, or rather, it had to. It is likely not a new smartwatch or a screenless tracker, but an advanced cycling computer.

The brand new Amazfit Balance 3 is said to offer great value for money with a 3,000 nits bright AMOLED touchscreen with a sapphire crystal cover, a battery life of 21 days, GPS, NFC, speakers, microphones and 64 GB storage.

By studying a supernova that occurred in 2023, astronomers may have discovered a very rare explosion. However, further studies will need to be conducted with the help of various instruments to solve this mystery.

Cherry, under its Xtrfy brand, has launched a new gaming keyboard that uses LE-UWB wireless connection for improved connectivity and longevity over the traditional 2.4 GHz connection. It also boasts a true 8K polling rate.

The latest flagship smartwatch from Amazfit is here, combining a high-quality titanium and sapphire crystal body with a 3,000 nits bright AMOLED display and a battery life of up to one month.

A new leak has suggested that Apple has finalized a design for the hinge mechanism for the iPhone Ultra. Said design will be similar to what Oppo has done with its Find N6.

The IKEA Koppla 2-way adaptor plug and the Koppla 2-way adaptor plug unearthed are now available in one European country. These affordable accessories can be used to turn a single power outlet into two power outlets.