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Control Resonant PS5 performance review exposes frame rate drops and poor image quality

Control Resonant reviews have awarded the game a higher Metacritic score than its prequel. Even so, performance on PlayStation consoles has drawbacks. A Digital Foundry review documented frame rate drops, with the PS5 Pro only partially addressing image quality issues.
Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2026 23:41
Honor Tiangong AXB35 Ultra, a compact AI workstation with Nvidia RTX Spark, 128GB of unified memory and a 2TB SSD.

Honor reveals tiny Mac Studio rival with Nvidia RTX Spark in a 2-liter chassis

HONOR has unveiled its Tiangong AXB35 compact AI workstation family, led by a 1.5kg Ultra model combining Nvidia RTX Spark, 128GB of unified memory and a 2TB SSD. The roughly 2-liter system is designed for local hugwe LLMs and multi-agent workloads, while Intel- and AMD-powered variants will also be available.
Andrew Sozinov, 18 Sep 2026 22:03
The Vaio T series is pictured in two different positions enabled by its multi-flip hinge

Vaio launches laptops with 2.5K display, up to 64 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD and 18-hour battery

Vaio has launched its new T series laptops in Japan, featuring a 13.3-inch WQXGA touchscreen and a multi-flip design that supports notebook, tablet and view modes. The laptops use Intel Core Ultra processors and can be configured with up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X memory and a 2 TB SSD.
Shahadat Ali, 18 Sep 2026 21:36
The Peladn W05 mini PC features the Core i5-13500H CPU and a design language that is very minimal and classy

Affordable mini PC arrives with 12-core Intel Raptor Lake CPU and tons of storage

Peladn has introduced a new affordably priced variant of its W05 mini PC. This variant comes equipped with a powerful 12-core Raptor Lake H CPU and a whopping three M.2 slots for tons of storage.
Sambit Saha, 18 Sep 2026 20:58
The Qingyun L420z in space gray colorway

Huawei unveils new MacBook Neo rival with 120 Hz OLED display and 14 hours of battery life

Huawei has launched the new Qingyun L420z laptop in China. An alternative to the MacBook Neo, the Qingyun L420z comes with a 120 Hz OLED display, an all-metal slim body, an HD webcam, and a 70 Wh battery said to last up to 14 hours in lab tests.
Abhinav Fating, 18 Sep 2026 20:46
A prototype of the Station pictured

Steam Frame could get full-body tracking via a supercharged Base Station that doesn't need a PC

Soulart's Station uses its own NPU to track your entire body for VR games, and it is coming to Kickstarter. With Kickstarter pricing expected below $400 per unit, the system is appealing but remains unproven, with possible latency issues and multiple Stations potentially required for optimal performance.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 18 Sep 2026 20:39
ieGeek S7 ready to go

ieGeek S7 Wi-Fi solar PTZ security camera review

Off-grid ready. Blending 360-degree views with a 5W solar panel, the ieGeek S7 operates entirely off the grid to bring security monitoring wherever it is needed
Stephen Pereyra, 18 Sep 2026 20:30
Motorola has teased the specifications of its upcoming Signature 27, which is expected to be the company's first phone born out of its partnership with GrapheneOS

Motorola's Signature 27, its suspected GrapheneOS phone, may pack the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6

Motorola's teasers for the Signature 27 reveal a 200MP camera with a claimed 100x zoom and Dolby Vision, alongside two Pantone-matched color options ahead of a September 22 unveiling at the Snapdragon Summit.
Bùi Giang, 18 Sep 2026 20:22
The ultra-compact Tenku Note Pro AI laptop features a 10.51-inch display and a 12-core CPU.

Ultra-compact Japanese laptop arrives with 12-core CPU and 10.5-inch display

Japanese brand Tenku has announced the new Note Pro AI laptop. The ultra-compact 10.5-inch laptop comes equipped with a 12-core CPU paired with 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM.
Sambit Saha, 18 Sep 2026 20:18
iPhone 18 Pro in new Burgundy color.

iPhone 18 Pro teardown reveals new layouts, tweaks that enable faster charging and improved thermals

The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are powered by the A20 Pro SoC, and Apple has made some internal changes to keep this 2nm chip cool. A teardown video shows how it all actually comes together, along with other tweaks.
Vineet Washington, 18 Sep 2026 20:16
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Update | Take-Two hints GTA 6 Online release date is far off, with focus on single-player

A Take-Two Interactive shareholder meeting addressed the future of GTA Online. The company again confirmed it would survive past the GTA 6 release date. With the focus on single-player, it’s rumored a multiplayer mode may not arrive until 1-2 years following the latest game’s launch. Update (September 18 7:22 PM CEST): Correct quote without GTA 6 mentioned added.
Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2026 19:23
Banner for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is shown

eShop says Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival takes up 41 TB of storage on Switch 2

An influential horror franchise has returned with a new multi-platform release. The Nintendo eShop lists Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival as requiring an excessive amount of storage. While the 41 TB total for the Switch 2 game is likely an error, handheld owners are quickly running out of space.
Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2026 18:34
Facecam 4K offer during the Creator Days

Deal | 25% off all Elgato products — webcams, teleprompters, microphones, capture cards, Key Light and more

Elgato has launched its Creator Days promotion and is currently offering 25% off virtually all of its creator products, including cameras, microphones and mic arms, as well as the Stream Deck (+ or XL), teleprompters and more.
Christian Hintze, 18 Sep 2026 18:30
The Yoniq Portal doesn't have a release date yet.

Yoniq Portal: Pricing details for DualShock 2-style handheld revealed

Yoniq has revealed the pricing details for its upcoming handheld, the Portal. However, the device's specifications are still under wraps and there's no release date yet.
Habeeb Onawole, 18 Sep 2026 17:49
Strauss Zelnick became CEO of Take-Two in 2011.

Take-Two CEO had a 'mic drop' response to an investor question over GTA 6's delay

Strauss Zelnick became Chairman of Take-Two in 2007, and since then, his team has apparently brought the company back from the edge of bankruptcy. During the recent shareholder meeting, he was displeased by some of the concerns raised by an investor and decided to share some redeeming facts.
Vineet Washington, 18 Sep 2026 17:48
Xiaomi 17 Pro and Pro Max rear display designs.

Honor's next midrange phone could feature a Xiaomi-like rear display

Honor is reportedly developing a Honor 700 series phone, likely the Honor 700 Pro, with a built-in 1.72-inch rear display, according to tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo. The secondary screen would replace the magnetic mini-display accessory offered with the Honor 600 series and is expected to pair with a rumored 200MP main camera for selfies and vlogging with a live preview.
Antony Muchiri, 18 Sep 2026 17:46
The manufacturer promises many potential applications for the new device.

"HomeClaw Max": New mini-PC aims to combine Home Assistant and OpenClaw

Tech enthusiasts in particular appreciate Home Assistant, as the smart home platform offers virtually unlimited possibilities. The company LinknLink now wants to combine these with the advantages of the AI assistant OpenClaw - in a mini-PC named HomeClaw Max.
Bernhard Rotter, 18 Sep 2026 17:03
The Engwe Eagle is a 1 kW electric dirt bike designed for young first-time riders

Engwe Eagle: Beginner-friendly electric dirt bike for young riders with 3,200W peak output and 45+ mph top speed

Engwe has officially launched the Eagle youth electric dirt bike for the US market, packing a 1 kW motor with 3,200W peak output, a 52V battery, and hydraulic brakes into an all-terrain package with classic dirt bike styling for under $1,000 during the launch deal. Buyers in September also get free gift with safety and utility accessories.
Adver‏ticle, 18 Sep 2026 15:00
The Ryzen 5-powered HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 laptop is now available with a sizable $630 discount once again

Deal | Affordable AMD-powered laptop with 16 GB RAM, OLED display discounted by $600 once again

Update: The laptop is now even cheaper. Courtesy of a recent discount on Best Buy, the well-equipped HP OmniBook X Flip 16 laptop is once again available for its all-time low price on the platform. This variant comes equipped with a Ryzen 5 APU, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage.
Sambit Saha, 18 Sep 2026 14:39
Garmin's Enduro 3 successor has now been explicitly named in a regulatory document.

Garmin Enduro 4 and Tactix 9 confirmed with new Ballistics Edition also named

A new pair of high-end Garmin smartwatches have revealed themselves before being launched. Appearing shortly after Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro releases, the Enduro 4 and Tactix 9 are set to be joined by a dedicated Ballistics Edition, too.
Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2026 14:10
Tlatoani: Aztec Cities is 50% off on Steam for the first time and costs $9.99.

Deal | Like Pharaoh, but deeper: This city builder drops below $10 for the first time on Steam

Tlatoani: Aztec Cities is clearly aimed at fans of classics like Pharaoh and Caesar, but it doesn't simply copy their successful formula. The city builder is currently 50% off on Steam for the first time and available for $9.99.
Marius Müller, 18 Sep 2026 14:04
Steep is 95% off on Steam for the first time and costs just $1.49 until October 1.

Deal | Winter sports sim with stunning open world drops below $1.50 for the first time on Steam

Steep turns the Alps into a massive open-world playground for winter sports fans. Whether on skis, a snowboard or in a wingsuit – how players make their way back down the mountain is largely up to them. The game is currently 95% off on Steam for the first time and available for just $1.49 until October 1.
Marius Müller, 18 Sep 2026 13:55
The ThinkBook Plus G7 Auto Twist is now available in North America.

Lenovo releases unusual laptop in more countries with 1,100-nit OLED and Intel Panther Lake

Lenovo has released one of its more unusual laptops in more countries. Featuring a rotating 14-inch OLED display, the ThinkBook Plus G7 Auto Twist is now available in Canada and the US with 32 GB of RAM and a 75 Wh battery boasting over 21 hours of battery life in official tests.
Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2026 13:40
SPECS Intelligence connects personal information and aims to provide relevant suggestions before users even ask.

New Snap AI aims to know what users need – before they even ask

Snap has unveiled SPECS Intelligence, a personal AI assistant that isn't supposed to wait for specific questions. Instead, the system aims to understand habits, goals and schedules, proactively surface relevant information and even handle smaller tasks on request.
Marius Müller, 18 Sep 2026 13:30
Sea of Thieves is free to play on Steam until September 21 and will subsequently be available at its lowest-ever price.

Deal | Free to try on Steam: This pirate hit has been sailing strong for years

With games like Windrose and the Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Remake, the pirate genre finally seems to be picking up some momentum again. Sea of Thieves, however, never seemed bothered by the drought and has been winning over pirate fans for years. The game is free to play on Steam until September 21 and will then be available at its lowest-ever price.
Marius Müller, 18 Sep 2026 12:57
The Garmin Instinct 3 series is eligible for its first v16.xx beta update.

Garmin: Major new update now available for popular smartwatches with added features and improvements

Garmin has delivered a new update to several of its popular smartwatches. A major release, the update is the first v16.xx build to be offered to any of the Instinct 3 series. Garmin claims to have added several improvements, including a new Recovery Mode.
Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2026 12:45
An upscaled cover image for Fire Emblem: Fortunes Weave

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave is a must-grab according to early reviews

Fire Emblem is back with a gigantic new adventure for its fans, which was released on September 17th. Critics are already giving it seriously high marks in their reviews.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 18 Sep 2026 12:37
In a short teaser, Motorola shows various materials and surfaces and names September 22 as the date for an upcoming product announcement.

Motorola teases a new smartphone – and already reveals the date

Under the slogan “A new perspective is coming,” Motorola is teasing a new product for September 22. Exactly what device the company plans to unveil remains unclear. However, there are several indications that it could be the Motorola Signature 27.
Marius Müller, 18 Sep 2026 12:29
A promotional horror feature visual via Roblox

Roblox is finally letting developers escape the platform with "Roblox Everywhere"

Creators will soon be able to ship their games as standalone apps on Steam, consoles, and mobile. Roblox would still take a cut, however, even if it is not on its own storefront.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 18 Sep 2026 12:19
The Asus Ascent QN10 features up to 80 TOPS of AI processing in an ultra-compact package.

New Asus AI mini PC with powerful Snapdragon processor and up to 32GB RAM starts at $1,349.99

Asus has released the Ascent QN10 Mini PC in the US, with prices starting at $1,349. The 0.7-liter desktop features the Snapdragon X2 Elite processor with a powerful X2-90 GPU and an 80 TOPS NPU for on-device AI tasks. It also includes up to 32GB of RAM, USB4 ports, and 2.5 GbE LAN.
Elvis Shida, 18 Sep 2026 12:14
Twitch-CEO Dan Clancy deutet an, dass der Multiplayer von GTA 6 im Jahr 2027 erscheinen könnte.

GTA 6 Online coming sooner than expected? Twitch CEO discusses Rockstar’s multiplayer plans

Take-Two recently suggested that GTA 6 will initially focus on its single-player experience, but Twitch CEO Dan Clancy has now offered a more concrete hint about what could follow. His comments suggest that Rockstar may launch the new multiplayer mode in 2027 – although nothing has been officially confirmed.
Marius Müller, 18 Sep 2026 11:27
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 Review

81% The tablet with the best sound system in years – Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 in review

Turn up the beat. Nine speakers, a dedicated subwoofer, and Dolby Atmos support ensure that the sound on the Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 will blow you away. Hardly any other tablet can keep up. Plus, Lenovo has come up with a new built-in stand that works brilliantly. So, is it the perfect entertainment device?
MediaTek Dimensity 7400, ARM Mali-G615 MP2, 12.1", 775 g
Florian Schmitt, 18 Sep 2026 11:23
Ugreen 67W travel adapter

Ugreen launches cheap 67W travel charger with display that works in over 200 countries

The compact size and display tech of the Ugreen travel adapter are not encountered often at its affordable price point. The new global travel adapter covers the voltage range and Type A, C, E, F, G, I, or other outlets in nearly all countries.
Daniel Zlatev, 18 Sep 2026 11:14
Seiko Violet Evergarden Gaiden limited-edition watches

Seiko debuts new limited-edition collab watches with Roman numerals in two colorways

Seiko's new Violet Evergarden watches, based on the Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll film, come in green and white, limited to 1,000 each. Both use a 38.1 mm steel quartz case with 10 bar water resistance, cost ¥65,780 and ship from mid-March 2027.
Anubhav Sharma, 18 Sep 2026 11:08
The Casio G-Shock GST-W1000D-1AJF features 200 m (20 bar) water resistance

Casio unveils new full metal G-Shock watches with Tough Solar in Japan

Casio has announced three new full metal G-Steel watches with Tough Solar charging—the G-Shock GST-W1000D-1AJF, the GST-W1000D-2AJF, and the GST-W1000D-3AJF—in Japan. These analog models feature a stopwatch, an automatic calendar, a battery level indicator, and world time across 26 cities.
Abhinav Fating, 18 Sep 2026 10:52
The Oppo Find X10

Oppo Find X10 high-res camera samples teased ahead of launch

Oppo has released official camera samples from the base Find X10 ahead of its September 22 launch, showing detailed portraits with natural skin tones, clean shadows and a natural bokeh effect outside portrait mode, though harsh sunlight caused some highlight loss.
Antony Muchiri, 18 Sep 2026 10:44
Rockstar Games

Huge 192 GB Rockstar leak lands two months before GTA 6, but it has little to do with GTA 6

A 192 GB Rockstar leak has surfaced, apparently the full GTA 5 source code archive. It shows a far bigger Liberty City for the cancelled Liberty V DLC, Agent Trevor mission names, beta cars and possible early GTA 6 map assets, all still unverified.
Anubhav Sharma, 18 Sep 2026 10:25
A row of old ring binders in a dimly lit room.

The share link you forgot still shows your email

Sharing a file by link does not hand the link back when you are done. It keeps working, it shows your email address to anyone who opens it, and Google lists those readers as anonymous animals. The expiration date everyone recommends is a paid feature at Google, Microsoft and Dropbox alike.
Steffen Zahn, 18 Sep 2026 10:00
Endless Legend 2

New 4X grand strategy game hits 1.0 on Steam with big 50% launch discount, "Very Positive" reviews

Amplitude Studios' 4X sequel, Endless Legend 2, hit 1.0 on 17 September across PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S after roughly a year in early access. Steam reviews are "Very Positive", critics are warm, and it's Steam Deck Verified.
Anubhav Sharma, 18 Sep 2026 09:49
An illustration of mobile satellite beams.

Starlink mobile’s global roaming ambitions could soon be a reality

The FCC has granted SpaceX global facilities-based and resale authority, clearing Starlink Mobile to offer telecommunications services beyond the US. The company plans next-generation direct-to-cell satellites promising 5G-level speeds of up to 150 Mbps and has recently partnered with Japan's KDDI to launch Starlink Mobile V2.
Antony Muchiri, 18 Sep 2026 09:36
The crimson threads on the GameSir G7 Pro 8K PC Phantom Blade Zero edition glow in the dark.

GameSir's new special edition controller has Switch 2 compatibility and glows in the dark

GameSir has launched a Phantom Blade Zero special edition controller in China. Based on the G7 Pro 8K PC controller, it has an 8,000Hz polling, TMR thumbsticks, Nintendo Switch 1/2 compatibility, and comes with a handful of accessories.
Habeeb Onawole, 18 Sep 2026 09:19
Open laptop and smartphone side by side on a desk in daylight

Claude Cowork merges into chat, and there is no going back

Anthropic is folding Claude Cowork into ordinary chat. Pro and Max accounts move first, in stages over the next few weeks. Claude Docs and Claude Slides arrive in beta on the paid plans. Accounts that have moved cannot switch back. Here is how to tell whether yours has.
Steffen Zahn, 18 Sep 2026 09:09
Hamilton has announced a new Call of Duty-themed watch

Hamilton turns Captain Price’s Modern Warfare 4 watch into a real 38 mm Khaki Field Mechanical

Hamilton is bringing another Call of Duty-inspired watch to market. This time, it is recreating Captain Price’s wristwatch from Modern Warfare 4 as a 38 mm hand-wound Khaki Field Mechanical special edition.
Anil Ganti, 18 Sep 2026 08:44
Diablo 5 has a chance to turn the franchise around, but it will take some serious work

🎙️ OpinionBlizzard, this is the Diablo 5 I want

Diablo V has a rare opportunity to learn from everything that came before it, both within the series and outside it. Here is what I want Blizzard to keep, rethink and completely overhaul for the next chapter.
Anil Ganti, 18 Sep 2026 05:31
The Anker MagGo 2 Pro is now available in several countries starting at $109.99.

Anker releases new Qi2 power bank with active cooling, smart display, and 45W fast charging

The Anker MagGo 2 Pro uses a built-in fan to keep temperatures below 96.8°F while pushing up to 25W Qi2 wireless charging. Also featuring 45W USB-C charging and a smart display, the new 10,000mAh power bank is now widely available, including in the US, the UK, and Germany.
Elvis Shida, 18 Sep 2026 05:02
 Timex x Jacquie Aiche

Timex's new compact collab watch features a striking rose-quartz dial, 28 bezel crystals

Timex and Jacquie Aiche have launched the Éclat collection, and it features two watches. The TW6A15000 uses a natural rose quartz dial and costs 500 dollars, while the gold-tone TW6A15200 sits at 400 dollars. Both get 28 crystals on the bezel too.
Anubhav Sharma, 18 Sep 2026 04:34
The Honor X9e Pro.

Honor officially confirms new 11,000mAh phone

Honor has officially confirmed a new smartphone for the Malaysian market: the X9e Pro. The company has revealed the phone’s four color options along with a few specifications.
Huzefa Baloch, 18 Sep 2026 03:31
Gamer shown wearing Steam Frame VR headset

After Steam Frame reservations disappoint, scalpers flip pre-orders for $2000+ price

The Steam Frame pre-order process has produced many unhappy buyers. However, eBay scalpers who reserved the wearable are reselling it for exorbitant prices. Other gamers remain on a waitlist, lacking an estimated date for when Valve can restock the hardware.
Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2026 02:52
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The 6C is a mixed upgrade over its predecessors. Some aspects are better, some are not.

Xiaomi Mijia Air Purifier 6C debuts with six-stage filter in a compact design

Xiaomi’s compact Mijia Air Purifier 6C offers higher airflow and expanded six-stage filtration at a lower price than several existing models. However, louder operation, no humidification, limited smart-home compatibility and unverified performance claims make it a mixed upgrade, with global availability still uncertain.
Jacob Fisher, 18 Sep 2026 01:31
Xiaomi's Smart Camera 5 Pro provides 4K color recordings around the clock.

Xiaomi launches affordable Smart Camera 5 Pro with 4K full-color night vision

Xiaomi’s Smart Camera 5 Pro combines dual sensors, 4K full-color night vision and on-device AI detection with broad pan-and-tilt coverage. Users also get flexible storage options, with the choice of saving to the cloud if necessary.
Jacob Fisher, 18 Sep 2026 01:27
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