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Evil Egg launched on Steam as a free-to-play title on October 30. (Image source: Steam)

Straight from the arcade: Free-to-play game launches with 100% positive reviews on Steam

Evil Egg marks the digital return of a long-forgotten arcade classic. The fast-paced twin-stick shooter launched on Steam on October 30 and has already earned a 100% positive rating just days after release. Even better, it’s compl...

Marius Müller, 04 Nov 2025 15:11

Dreame’s L10s Ultra Gen 3 robot vacuum (pictured) is now available in Germany. (Image source: Dreame)

Dreame releases new robot vacuum with powerful suction

Dreame has launched a new robot vacuum, the L10s Ultra Gen 3. This model is now available in Europe, following its release in some parts of Asia. It has more than double the suction power of its predecessor, with extending and lif...

Polly Allcock, 04 Nov 2025 15:11

Toyota's Walk Me autonomous four-legged chair (Image source: Toyota)

Toyota unveils Walk Me, a four-legged AI-powered mobility chair that walks, climbs stairs, and folds itself

Toyota’s new Walk Me concept may redefine mobility assistance. Unveiled at the Japan Mobility Show 2025, the four-legged robotic chair walks, climbs, and even folds itself, offering new freedom to people with limited mobility.

David Odejide, 04 Nov 2025 14:53

Graveyard Keeper is on sale on Steam with an 80% discount until November 10. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | The "dark and difficult version of Stardew Valley": Now back to its lowest price of $4 on Steam

If you’re in the mood for a darker take on games like Stardew Valley, Graveyard Keeper might be just what you’re looking for. The RPG is currently on sale on Steam for around $4 – an 80% discount from its usual $20 price tag, matc...

Marius Müller, 04 Nov 2025 14:47

Vivo has not confirmed whether it plans to offer the Y500 Pro globally. (Image source: Vivo - edited)

Vivo Y500 Pro launching soon as 'people's flagship' smartphone with 7,000 mAh battery and 200 MP camera

Vivo has confirmed plans to launch a new mid-range smartphone. Described as the 'people's flagship' because of its 200 MP camera and 7,000 mAh battery, the Vivo Y500 Pro will also feature the chipset that already powers the Xiaomi...

Alex Alderson, 04 Nov 2025 14:32

Using spherical nucleic acids, the compound 5-fluorouracil showed up to 20,000 times higher effectiveness in animal studies. (Image source: Northwestern University)

Cancer therapy: New chemotherapy agent shows 20,000-fold higher efficacy without side effects in animal study

Researchers have modified the chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil using spherical nucleic acids, which in animal studies appeared to make it up to 20,000 times more effective against leukemia cells. Notably, no side effects were repo...

Marius Müller, 04 Nov 2025 14:27

Tech YouTuber Macho Nacho has faithfully recreated the 2000 Xbox prototype – for the first time in a playable form. (Image source: Macho Nacho Productions via YouTube)

Playable for the first time after 25 years: Legendary Xbox prototype recreated

Tech YouTuber Macho Nacho Productions has brought the legendary 2000 Xbox prototype back to life – this time as a fully functional console rather than just a glowing aluminum shell.

Marius Müller, 04 Nov 2025 14:17

DJI's first official teaser appears to show the Osmo Action 6 looking up at its variable aperture camera with a front-facing display on its left-hand side. (Image source: DJI)

Square Up, Nail the Move: DJI reveals second November global launch event for Osmo Action 6 with US release confirmed

DJI has shared a new teaser for its next global launch event. The second of the month, DJI's 'Square Up, Nail the Move' event hints that the Osmo Action 6 will feature a variable aperture camera as recent leaks indicated.

Alex Alderson, 04 Nov 2025 13:48

Teaser of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. (Image source: Qualcomm)

OnePlus Ace 6 Pro Max may debut as sub-flagship with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and 8,000 mAh battery

OnePlus recently introduced the Ace 6 with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and the company has already confirmed plans to launch the first smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. A new unofficial image of a retail box has no...

Huzefa Baloch, 04 Nov 2025 13:31

The Galaxy S26 series may look more similar than previous models, Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra screen protectors from left to right. (Image source: via Ice Universe)

Samsung Galaxy S26 series tipped to become more expensive because of Exynos 2600 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

New information regarding Samsung's 2026 flagship candybar smartphones has emerged in South Korean media. Apparently, rising component costs make price increases across the Galaxy S26 series inevitable, despite recent behaviour fr...

Alex Alderson, 04 Nov 2025 13:26

The Casio MTB145DC-3AV (pictured) has a clean, yet vivid green dial. (Image source: Casio - edited)

New Casio retro MTPB145DC stainless-steel watch now available to buy in the US

Casio’s new MTPB145DC-3AV stainless-steel watch has a clean retro look, minimalist dial, and strong build at $110. Water-resistant to 50 meters, it features a green face, analog hands, date, and long life battery - now available i...

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Nov 2025 13:22

Casio’s G-Shock GA-B010 (GA-B010-1A pictured) watches are coming to the UK. (Image source: Casio)

Casio releasing new G-Shock GA-B010 solar-powered watches in the UK

Casio has confirmed that the G-Shock GA-B010-1A, GA-B010-1A1 and GA-B010-3A watches will be released in the UK. In product listings at its online store, the company has confirmed the pricing and release window for this market. Fea...

Polly Allcock, 04 Nov 2025 13:15

Xiaomi’s Smart Door Lock M40 Pro (pictured) has launched in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi Smart Door Lock M40 Pro with facial recognition launches

The Xiaomi Smart Door Lock M40 Pro has been unveiled in China. Features of this smart home device include a quieter locking mechanism, dual integrated cameras and support for HyperOS Connect. Plus, users can choose between twelve ...

Polly Allcock, 04 Nov 2025 13:11

Casio’s MTP-B195 watches (MTP-B195D-1AV pictured) are on the way. (Image source: Casio, edited)

Casio reveals new MTP-B195 watches with bold metal bezels

A new Casio Standard model, the MTP-B195, is on the way. The initial range includes seven watches with different colored dials and metal or bezel straps. Each variant of this “sporty statement” model features a striking metal beze...

Polly Allcock, 04 Nov 2025 13:07

The burnt 12VHPWR power connector on the Sapphire Nitro+ RX 9070 XT. (Image source: r/pcmasterrace)

Curse of 12VHPWR lives on: Ill-fated connector reportedly burns out on RX 9070 XT

The 12VHPWR has reportedly claimed another victim. A user reported a few days ago that the connector on their Sapphire Nitro+ RX 9070 XT burned out. Interestingly, the GPU was operating under the 600 W power limit of the connector...

Fawad Murtaza, 04 Nov 2025 12:50

Image from GTA 6, showing landscapes and a bridge. (Image source: Rockstar Games)

Dan Houser explains why GTA 6 is so eagerly awaited by gamers

GTA 6 is the subject of numerous rumors and is awaited by millions of players around the world. But recently, Dan Houser mentioned several reasons that explain this situation.

Alexis Stegmann, 04 Nov 2025 12:05

Garmin will bring the Fenix 8 Pro onto the same software cycle as the Fenix 8 with stable 20.xx updates, former pictured. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin teases major stable update release for high-end smartwatches with dozens of new features and other improvements

Garmin is preparing to introduce a new stable update for the Fenix 8, Fenix 8 Pro and other associated smartwatches. The first major release since August, the update will incorporate over a month of recent beta builds, with almost...

Alex Alderson, 04 Nov 2025 11:57

Anker’s Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station (pictured) is now available in Europe. (Image source: Anker)

Anker launches upgraded power station with discount in Europe

Anker has released the Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station in European countries, including the UK and Germany. Already available in the US, this model offers various upgrades over the original, such as HyperFlash charging. I...

Polly Allcock, 04 Nov 2025 11:38

The design for the NFC cassette player (pictured) was modeled in Rhino 3D and printed on a Bambu Labs P1S. (Image source: u/bharms27 via r/3Dprinting)

New 3D-printed cassette player nails the retro aesthetic using NFC and Spotify

Reddit user bharms27 is reviving cassette nostalgia with a 3D-printed NFC player. Tapes trigger Spotify playlists via tags, while the phone is the actual player. The project features custom shells and app, open hardware roots and ...

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Nov 2025 10:51

The Google Pixel 9a is $100 off ahead of Black Friday. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Google Pixel 9a is back on sale, just in time for the holidays

If you’ve been holding out for a deal on the best budget phone of the year, your patience is paying off. Google’s $499 mid-ranger, Pixel 9a, is $100 off at Amazon, Best Buy, and the Google Store, matching one of its best-ever pric...

Kristen Spradlin, 04 Nov 2025 10:29

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a fairly large display on the back. What can you do with it? (Image source: Notebookcheck)

This phone has a special feature on the back — and it's not the cameras

The smartphone is almost perfect; is there anything left to improve? Xiaomi is trying to do just that with the 17 Pro Max, which features a second display on the back. But how useful is this feature in everyday life?

Florian Schmitt, 04 Nov 2025 10:16

Robot Vacuum S40: Robot vacuum cleaner available directly from Xiaomi. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S40 officially launches in Europe

Xiaomi is now offering a new robot vacuum and mop at reasonable price. Although the model comes with relatively basic features, it is advertised as having quite high suction power. LiDAR is on board for navigation.

Silvio Werner, 04 Nov 2025 10:15

Dasung is launching a new tablet with a fast E Ink display. (Symbolic image, Not-eReader 103, image source: Dasung)

E Ink evolution: Dasung launches e-readers with 50 Hz and Android

Dasung is launching new tablets with E Ink displays, accompanied by significant improvements in refresh rate, which should make these models a strong alternative to tablets with conventional displays.

Silvio Werner, 04 Nov 2025 10:14

The Marin Bikes Lombard E features a Bosch SX Spring motor (Image source: Marin Bikes)

Lombard E: Marin Bikes’ first-ever e-gravel model launches with Bosch SX Sprint motor

Marin Bikes has launched its first e-gravel bicycle, the Lombard E. This comes in two variants, the Lombard E1 and the Lombard E2. Both models feature a Bosch SX Spring motor, a full carbon fork, Shimano GRX hydraulic brakes, and ...

Abhinav Fating, 04 Nov 2025 09:30

iOS 26.1 finally allows users to darken transparent elements. (Image source: Apple)

Apple releases iOS 26.1 and macOS 26.1 with new Liquid Glass option

Apple has released the first major update for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26. The patch primarily introduces a new option designed to improve the readability of Apple's "Liquid Glass", but the iPad also gets a familiar multitaski...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Nov 2025 09:28

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 could come in Standard and Pro variants (Image source: Qualcomm - edited)

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 leak reveals Standard and Pro variants with TSMC N2P node and upgraded GPU architecture

Qualcomm may be adding more confusion to its lineup with the rumored Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series. A new leak claims the next flagship chip will come in Standard and Pro versions, with key differences in GPU power and memory su...

David Odejide, 04 Nov 2025 09:23

A neurologist examining a human brain (Image source: TungArt7/Pixabay)

Scientists record the first dying human brain: Here is what they found and what it could mean for consciousness

For the first time, scientists have recorded the brain’s activity during death. It revealed memory-like gamma waves that challenge what we know about consciousness and the final moments of life.

David Odejide, 04 Nov 2025 08:41

Halloween Horrors games bundle will expire on November 22, 2025. Pictured: Steam Deck running control. (Image source: Valve - edited)

Deal | Horror bundle worth over $175 with well-rated Steam Deck games drops to $10

Green Man Gaming is offering a limited-time Halloween-themed game collection. It contains six horror games that are playable on the Steam Deck, and they are worth over $175, but all of them can be purchased for as low as $10.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Nov 2025 08:24

Dan Houser reveals why Rockstar’s canceled spy game Agent never worked despite five revisions

Former Rockstar co‑founder Dan Houser told the Lex Fridman Podcast that Agent, the studio’s long‑teased Cold War spy game, underwent five major iterations but never came together because the spy genre’s beat‑driven, time‑sensitive...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 04 Nov 2025 08:06

The MS-R1 features the Cixin P1 processor. Pictured: a promo picture of the MS-A1 mini PC. (Image source: Minisforum)

Minisforum MS-R1 debuts as new mini PC with ARM CPU and dGPU support

The Minisforum MS-R1 has been officially introduced in Japan as a new mini PC that features an identical chassis to the MS-A1 but is powered by an ARM CPU. It also has a PCIe x16 slot, bringing support for dGPU.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Nov 2025 07:31

A banner for Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection (image source: Steam)

Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection faces backlash over input lag, audio, and online issues as devs promises fixes

Digital Eclipse's Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, released on Steam, Xbox Series S|X and Nintendo Switch for $50, has drawn mixed reviews, with only 45% of them being positive on Steam, after players reported high input lag, res...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 04 Nov 2025 07:14

A screengrab of Arc Raiders running on PC (image source: Steam Community)

Arc Raiders surpasses 350,000 players on Steam even as users face major server queue and matchmaking issues

Arc Raiders has emerged as Embark Studios’ breakout extraction shooter, peaking at 354,836 concurrent Steam players shortly after launch. However, the flood of users has strained servers, resulting in long login and matchmaking qu...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 04 Nov 2025 06:50

The Qring Titan Pro smart ring with magnetic charging case (Image source: Qring)

Qring's Titan Pro smart ring now available with magnetic charging case

Qring’s Titan Pro smart ring now comes with a portable magnetic charging case, which is said to recharge the ring up to 11 times on a single charge. Available in gold, deep gray, and silver colorways, the new magnetic version feat...

Abhinav Fating, 04 Nov 2025 06:41

The VSX Immersion One planar magnetic headphones utilizes virtual speaker modeling to simulate professional audio environments. (Image source: Steven Slate Audio)

Steven Slate Audio announces VSX Immersion One planar magnetic open-back headphones for music mastering

Steven Slate Audio has unveiled the VSX Immersion One planar magnetic open-back headphones. When coupled with the company's virtual speaker modeling software, the headphones can simulate a variety of environments for accurate musi...

David Chien, 04 Nov 2025 06:25

The Fortnite x Simpsons crossover event is one way for gamers to get their fill of The Simpsons in-game (image source: Epic Games)

Fortnite x The Simpsons crossover transforms the map into Springfield Island with a weekly 4 episode miniseries

Epic Games' Fortnite x The Simpsons crossover converts the Battle Royale map into a compact, nostalgia-packed "Springfield Island" with nine themed POIs, a Simpsons-themed Battle Pass, Sidekicks, Victory Cup tournaments, timed Twi...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 04 Nov 2025 06:16

The F1 P is a new mini PC with a rather uncommon AMD processor (Image source: Firebat)

Firebat F1 P mini PC comes with AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 and supports 64GB DDR5

The Firebat F1 P is a mini PC that is powered by a somewhat unusual, though not completely unfamiliar, AMD processor. The compact desktop computer should be able to handle more demanding workloads and comes with 16GB RAM, a 512GB ...

Silvio Werner, 04 Nov 2025 03:37

Steam Hardware and Software Survey October 2025 showing updated platform and hardware trends (Image source: Valve)

Linux gaming growth: SteamOS share exceeds three percent on Steam as hardware makers take notice

Valve's October 2025 Steam survey shows Linux and SteamOS surpassing three percent of users, highlighting growing hardware optimisation across open-source platforms.

Louise Burke, 04 Nov 2025 03:10

Odd-looking galaxy with a bright core features as the Hubble Picture of the Week

The latest ESA/Hubble Picture of the Week features an odd-looking spiral galaxy — NGC 4102. The galaxy has an atypical spiral shape, but its luminous galactic center is what is of most interest to astronomers.

Chibuike Okpara, 04 Nov 2025 02:34

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection PS Store banner (Image source: Atari, Sony PlayStation edits)

PlayStation Store issuing rare refunds for abysmal Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection performance

The Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is causing feelings of frustration more than nostalgia. Input lag is one reason why players are requesting PlayStation Store refunds. The classic Mortal Kombat games suffer from high latency, a...

Adam Corsetti, 04 Nov 2025 02:01

The 8MP King keychain camera comes in three colors—black, white, or pink. (Image source: Asanuma)

Asanuma unveils petite 8MP King keychain camera

Asanuma & Co. has launched the 8 MP King keychain camera in Japan, a petite device with nostalgic image quality, microSD storage, and up to 100 minutes of battery life. Available in black, white, or pink for 3,300 yen (~$25), it t...

David Chien, 04 Nov 2025 01:12

Logitech's new mechanical keyboard is also available in blue (Image source: Logitech)

Logitech Alto Keys K98M sports swappable switches and backlight at mid-range price

Logitech’s newest mechanical keyboard gets features that are only available on a few of the brand’s models, including a partially transparent case, hot-swappable switches and rubber dampening for a better typing feel.

Hannes Brecher, 03 Nov 2025 23:11

Ulanzi's latest clip-on viewfinder allows the camera to be held at hip height. (Image source: Ulanzi)

Ulanzi VF-01 clip-on viewfinder is designed to give cameras a retro feel

Ulanzi's latest clip-on viewfinder promises a retro feel for cameras such as the Fujifilm X100 VI, the Leica Q3, the Ricoh GR IV or even system cameras with interchangeable lenses. Its design allows the camera to be held at hip le...

Hannes Brecher, 03 Nov 2025 22:30

The Casio G-Shock GM-2110D-3A1 (left) and GM-2110D-8A (right), pictured. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock GM-2110D metal watches now listed internationally

Casio has listed the GM-2110D-3A1 and GM-2110D-8A metal G-Shocks internationally. Equipped with stainless-steel bezels and standard G-Shock tech, they are in pre-order phase with retail availability expected in Nov 2025 near $330.

Anubhav Sharma, 03 Nov 2025 22:29

An image of the battery pack built out of batteries from vapes (Image source: Chris Doel, screenshot)

DIY YouTuber powers house using 500 disposable vapes

YouTuber Chris Doel has managed to build a battery pack out of lithium batteries from 500 disposable vapes, and successfully used it to power his house. He built the battery pack using 3D-printed frames, with inspiration from an E...

Chibuike Okpara, 03 Nov 2025 22:27

The iQoo 13's teaser. (Image source: iQoo)

iQoo 15 Mini: OnePlus 15T rival reportedly in testing phase with Dimensity 9500+

The iQOO 15 Mini has reportedly entered testing with the Dimensity 9500+ chipset, moving away from earlier plans to use Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon processor. The device is expected to launch in H1 2026 as part of a growing com...

Huzefa Baloch, 03 Nov 2025 22:15

The Ring One 2.0 smart ring supposedly has a blood pressure sensor (Image source: Muse)

Ring One 2.0: Titanium smart ring features blood pressure sensor, NFC and AFib detection

With the Ring One 2.0, Muse introduces a new smart ring that’s packed with features, and it reportedly can even measure blood pressure. The company also promotes special insights and tips for a healthier lifestyle. The wearable ca...

Silvio Werner, 03 Nov 2025 22:15

Xbox Cloud Gaming on Game Pass Ultimate banner (Image source: Xbox Wire with edits)

Upgraded Xbox Cloud Gaming demo sees games running at 1440p/60fps, without GeForce Now caps

Fans are digesting the first hands-on impressions of the improved Xbox Cloud Gaming. Videos show demanding open-world titles like The Witcher 3 streaming smoothly at 1440p. Available in the pricier Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, the per...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Nov 2025 21:57

An artistic depiction of the WASP-18b exoplanet (Image source: NASA)

NASA’s James Webb Telescope maps 400-light-year-distant planet in 3D, revealing heat so extreme it breaks water apart

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has mapped the atmosphere of WASP-18b, a massive exoplanet 400 light-years away, in three dimensions for the first time. The ultra-hot Jupiter’s dayside reaches such blistering temperatures that e...

David Odejide, 03 Nov 2025 21:54

The Xperia 1 VII should receive a direct successor. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Sony tipped to release two new Xperia smartphones including Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-wielding Xperia 1 VIII

A second new Sony Xperia smartphone has surfaced in a fresh leak alongside the rumoured Xperia 1 VIII. Presumed to be the Xperia 10 VIII rather than a new Xperia 5, the device already has what appears to be six regional variants e...

Alex Alderson, 03 Nov 2025 21:29

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