Epic Games has moved its free game giveaway program onto a new set of titles. Now consisting of Death's Gambit: Afterlife and a $25 add-on for World of Warships, the storefront gave away CYGNI: All Guns Blazing and Apex Legends-related content last week.

The 2024 Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 convertible laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is back on sale for a massive 24% discount on the list price. Thanks to its 1.32 kg (2.93 lbs) of weight and a compact 14-inch OLED screen, the Yoga 9i Gen 9 is a portable multimedia machine that ticks a lot of boxes.

Amazfit appears to be rolling out a new update, with version number 6.1.2.1, to one of its smartwatches. The release brings updates for Zepp Coach and support for Bluetooth accessories. Plus, you can now download a mini app for heart rate variability (HRV) measurements.

Samsung may make a small but impactful change to the design of the next Galaxy S series ultra model according to new info. However, it should still retain a distinct appearance when compared to the standard and plus models.

A recent SteamOS beta update mentions support for the extra keys of the Asus ROG Ally. This hinted that third-party handhelds could get official support for the operating system that runs on Steam Deck. Valve has now said that the team is "making steady progress" on adding official support for other gaming handhelds.

The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 Active are being launched globally. New wireless headphones come with relatively large drivers. The feature set is rather simple and Google Fast Pair is supported.

According to a well-known gaming insider, the porting of a major Xbox exclusive title for the PlayStation 5 is to be announced next week. Many games are possible here. Microsoft insider Jez Corden has also already commented on this.

Colorado is the absolute leader in electric car state incentive stacking that can bring the Model Y price down to $15,000 with the federal tax credit and Tesla's 'gas savings.'

Intel Core Ultra 5 245K Arrow Lake CPU has just made its debut on Geekbench and the results are potentially troubling for AMD Zen 5. The chip is apparently faster than both the Ryzen 5 9600X and the Ryzen 7 9700X by quite a wide margin in the multi-core department while being slower in the single-core test.

After successfully proving that the ACBP protein, which was discovered over four decades ago, can be used to cure anorexia in mice, scientists are now ready to try and cure this complex illness in humans using the same method. Statistics reveal that about 1 percent of women and five times fewer men suffer from anorexia.

The first teardown of a Cybertruck 4680 battery, the so-called Cybercell, has revealed the ingenious moves Tesla has taken to make it lighter and cheaper to produce.

While the Acura ZDX uses the GM Ultium platform, the Performance EV Concept is going to enter production based on an EV platform developed by Honda. Production is set to start next year, when this vehicle will become one of the first models to be manufactured at Honda's EV hub in Ohio.

The Loft Dynamics H125 has become the first-ever VR flight simulator in the US to receive FAA qualification for use in helicopter pilot training and certification. The simulator combines a Varjo Aero VR headset for a 360° virtual cockpit view with realistic replicas of all flight controls and a motion platform capable of six degrees of motion.

In August of 2024, one of the largest data breaches in history took place, exposing roughly 2.7 billion personal records. The set reportedly contains data on citizens of the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

The NIST has finalized three post-quantum cryptography standards after nearly a decade of work to better protect the Internet, cryptocurrency, and communications. This move is in preparation for the ability of emerging quantum computers to crack public-key cryptosystem technologies such as RSA.

After the launch of the Google Pixel Watch 3, the Google Pixel Watch 2 has gone on sale on Amazon for 25% off, bringing the Wear OS-powered smartwatch to its lowest price ever. The Pixel Watch 2 LTE has a 100% recycled aluminium case, and we found its Fitbit integration and fitness tracking to be both accurate, while its always-on OLED display was a convenient feature.

Be it contactless payment, digital car keys or access to hotel rooms: the Apple iPhone's NFC chip will soon be utilized in many more ways than before, as Apple is opening up the chip to third-party apps following an EU complaint.

The Amazfit GTR 3 Pro Limited Edition is currently on sale at a 40% discount. The smartwatch features a particularly bright AMOLED display, a long battery life of almost two weeks, an always-on display and numerous health & fitness features.

Fujifilm is relaunching the Instax Mini Evo to mark the company's 90th anniversary. The hybrid instant camera, which can both print and store photos digitally, has been given a new silver or gold finish and an extended scope of delivery.

Although the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL charges a little faster via USB-C, wireless charging is still only possible at a leisurely pace via Qi charging pads. Even though Qi2 is already available. Google explains why the latest Pixel flagships do not utilize the new charging standard.

Xiaomi is offering a new and smart door lock, which also functions as a smart peephole and comes with a corresponding display. Unlocking is possible in a variety of ways.

Those opting for a foldable smartphone will have to accept compromises when it comes to the camera system. A detailed analysis by DxOMark now shows that although the Galaxy Z Flip6 has better cameras than its predecessor, it is not entirely without flaws.

Gone are the days of review bombs and copypasta on Steam; replaced instead by review bombs and copypasta with extra steps. Valve's new Helpfulness System will rank helpful Steam reviews as such and place them higher on a game's store page.

In addition to 8GB of memory and a well-performing quad-core processor, the Lenovo Tab P12 has a huge 12.7-inch IPS screen with up to 400 nits and has now received a noteworthy $100 discount directly at Lenovo.

Garmin has announced which Android smartphones support its renowned satellite SOS response service. While currently limited to four smartphones, Garmin has hinted that Garmin Response could eventually be available 'across additional Android devices' too.

Anker is now accepting pre-orders for its new SOLX C300 portable power station. The model has arrived alongside the C300 DC, with several differences between the two devices. Features include multiple AC outlets, 140W USB-C ports and an accompanying app with settings and charging information.

The iPhone 16 has been showcased again in new leaks, roughly a month before the smartphone's global release. Based on new footage, it seems that various hardware changes could be coming to Apple's new entry-level iPhone.

The Anker SOLIX C300 DC portable power station is now available to pre-order. The compact model is relatively lightweight and has seven ports, including two 140W USB-C. Other features include app-based controls and various charging methods, such as USB-C inputs and solar panels.

ASUS has quietly begun selling the NUC 14 Performance, its latest NUC 14 series mini-PC. Offered with modern Intel processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series GPUs, the ASUS NUC 14 Performance is already available at discounted prices in Europe and the US.

The Huawei Watch GT Ultimate, a new smartwatch from the brand, has been spotted in a database. Little information about the wearable, including its launch date, is known at the time of writing. However, the model could be similar to the premium Watch Ultimate, which offers various GPS, diving and health-tracking features.

DJI's first ultra-compact drone is surely almost upon us. Although the company has not started teasing the drone yet, several high-profile leakers have shared not just dozens of official images but also all key device specifications.

Philips Hue has brought its new Datura model, a smart ceiling light, to more European markets. The product has two light sources, which can be controlled separately for a combination of direct and diffused lighting. You can choose between two light sizes, with settings adjustable via the Philips Hue app.

The Edward Snowden-endorsed live Linux distro Tails is back with version 6.6. This refresh brings Thunderbird and Tor Browser up to date, as well as packing support for new hardware and improving the persistent storage capabilities of this Debian-based piece of code, which targets those seeking complete Internet anonymity.

The Xbox Game Bar is getting a new Compact Mode that aims to make the overlay Windows gaming handheld-friendly. Microsoft is currently testing the mode in the Xbox Insider Program, and it is currently available to the members of the program.

Google has now is taking pre-orders for the Pixel Watch 3, a successor to last year's Pixel Watch 2 that comes in 41 mm and 45 mm sizes. Available with various upgrades over the Pixel Watch 2, the Pixel Watch 3 also comes with two years of free cellular data in the US as a launch bonus.

Past reports claimed the Nintendo Switch 2 would launch in March 2025, but Chris Dring from Games Industry claims that none of the developers he spoke to are expecting the new handheld to launch in this financial year. That suggests the console may launch later than initially anticipated.

Microsoft's quest for a better Start menu continues, and the latest beta version (22635.4010), now available via the Windows Insider Program, comes with automatic app categorization by type. The upcoming feature looks similar to the live tiles from Windows 10. Windows 11 users can still get live tiles via third-party apps, of course.

This model packs 16 GB DDR5-5600 RAM, 512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage and the signature keyboard with teal backlight. It is also part of MSI's budget gaming lineup, so it comes with compromises in the screen and connectivity departments.

CheckMag A Lenovo representative recently clarified rumours about the possibility of the company releasing new Legion Go gaming handhelds. While the company has sought to dampen rumours, its statement still leaves space for the arrival of a smaller Legion Go 'Lite' later this year.

Singapore-based Haivivi has just launched the BubblePal, an LLM-based interactive toy children can converse with, capable of answering questions, telling stories and supposedly even providing emotional support. It is a roughly orange-sized orb with a built-in light that can be hung as a pendant around a stuffed toy, and offers parents customisation and monitoring options via a mobile app.

Intel Core Ultra 200 series will be officially launched on September 3rd, and it seems Acer will be among the first companies to announce laptops with the new Lunar Lake laptops. The company has confirmed that it will hold the Next@Acer event on September 4th.

The second generation of the Golden Battery is rated for 5.5C speeds and is 30% faster to charge than the first.

A recent leak suggests that AMD will refresh its AM4 platform with new gaming-oriented X3D CPUs. Namely, a Ryzen 5 5500X3D has been mentioned in official EEC documentation. The CPU would purportedly have six cores, 12 threads, and 96 MB of L3 cache and be optimised for gaming.

The HP Victus 15z-fb200, which sports a 144 Hz 15.6-inch display, AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, and Nvidia RTX 4050, is currently on sale for only $599 at Walmart. This is a 39% discount from its usual price at the retailer and a massive 49% discount from its MSRP.

The PocketBook Verse Pro Color has arrived in stores. The new e-reader with a color display, Bluetooth and waterproof housing can display 25 e-book formats, including Amazon Kindle formats and six audio formats.

Red Dead Redemption is now even available on the Nintendo Switch, but PC players have been left out in the cold thus far. This could soon change, as the PlayStation Store provides solid clues that the launch of a Windows version is near.

The 27-inch Alienware AW2725DR OLED gaming monitor was launched at CES in January 2024. The 1440p OLED gaming monitor has a refresh rate of 360 Hz, a peak brightness of 1,000 nits, and features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for smooth gameplay, regardless of frame rate. Thanks to a 23% Amazon discount, the Alienware gaming monitor is $209.53 off.

According to a new report, Xiaomi is working towards delivering the Redmi K80 Pro later this year with Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset. Allegedly, the flagship chipset will be paired with a 50 MP triple camera set-up and a 2K OLED display when the Redmi K80 Pro officially lands this winter.