A new update for the Amazfit Helio Strap, firmware version 3.22.0.1, is rolling out worldwide. Users of the wearable gain a wide range of new workout modes in this update, alongside an improvement for the VO2 Max metric.

iReader has a new E Ink note-taking tablet with a display that's smaller than that of rivals, but might be an advantage for it. Sporting an 8.2-inch Carta 1300 display, the device has stylus support and will be released in China soon.

A sturdy hinge, high-quality materials, and a great feel—the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra makes a very high-quality first impression. But does it still feel like a premium phone after two weeks of testing?

The Casio G-Shock BGA-290SA-6A and BGA-290SA-7A watches have been listed on the brand’s international website. This is a relatively lightweight Baby-G model, with a hybrid watch face and 10 ATM water resistance.

A new smart ring promises to measure blood pressure directly from the finger alongside a range of advanced health-tracking features. However, the company’s conduct across its crowdfunding campaigns has raised significant red flags.

Acer has introduced a new Predator Helios 10 Neo variant with Intel's Core Ultra 7 255HX processor and Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU. While it uses a lower-end CPU than the earlier model, the display, and cooling system stay the same.

ASUS, MSI, and Gigabyte may raise motherboard prices by nearly 50% in Q3 2026 as PCB and component costs surge, according to supply-chain reports. The potential increases come amid falling shipments, weak DIY PC demand, expensive memory, and limited incentives for consumers to upgrade, though none of the manufacturers has confirmed the plans.

SK Hynix has unveiled the first standard specifications for High Bandwidth Flash (HBF), a new memory tier designed to sit between HBM and SSDs in AI systems. The open standard supports up to 512 GB capacities, bandwidth of up to 3 TB/s and UCIe connectivity.

Sony announced the PS Plus free game lineup for August 2026 in late July, and the first three games are now available to claim. These freebies will be available to all tiers, including on Essential.

Smartphones are getting bigger every year, and there is no end in sight to this trend. According to information from a reliable leaker, Apple is considering equipping both the iPhone 20 Pro and the iPhone 20 Pro Max with larger displays.

The Google Pixel Watch 5 will be officially unveiled in a few days. Alleged official promotional images are already showing the smartwatch in detail ahead of the launch, including improved health features, what’s in the box, a more eco-friendly case, and satellite emergency calls.

With a 6,000 mAh battery and over 18 hours of stamina, the Razr Fold sets the standard among foldable smartphones. We analyze the battery life of the Motorola smartphone and its foldable competitors.

With a clock and integrated ambient light, the ChargeUltra G4 multi-device charging station is designed primarily for bedside use. In addition to serving as an alarm clock, it can charge multiple devices simultaneously, including wirelessly.

Microsoft has announced the first Xbox Game Pass lineup for August 2026. The list includes Grounded 2, PowerWash Simulator 2, and more.

BYD is making serious moves in the robotics race. The Chinese EV giant has confirmed its first humanoid AI robot, Xiao Di, for early August 2026. The android is designed to welcome customers in car dealerships and challenge Tesla Optimus. However, the US is already blocking market access before the official debut.

Edifier's Airpulse A80V refines the year-old A80 with a redesigned mid-bass driver, an added 3.5mm AUX input and Savitech Hi-Fi USB decoding, while keeping the same ribbon tweeter and dual TAS5754M amplifier setup.

A new generation of headphones, new hinge problems. One year after the launch of the Sony WH-1000XM6, reports are mounting about an annoying defect that is likely once again caused by a plastic component that is simply too fragile.

The Legion Y700 Infinite will be the company's first OLED gaming tablet under the Y700 line. It's set to launch in China in August 2026, and with a new round of teasers, the company has shared the design details of the pad.

Linus Tech Tips ran a simple side-by-side comparison of RAM usage on Windows 11 and Linux. Unsurprisingly, Windows 11 is shown to use much more RAM for the same tasks as Linux. However, both systems never got close to exceeding their RAM buffers.

It’s not just Huawei, Honor, and Xiaomi that offer affordable fitness wearables. With the Galaxy Fit3, Samsung also has a cheaper alternative to the Galaxy Watch in its lineup. A leak has now revealed the Galaxy Fit4 ahead of its official release.

While Ethernet cables now come in all sorts of hues, their OG coloring was all bright and flashy in wild yellow. The color was chosen to both match the standard co-creator's furniture preference and prevent potential electric hazard.

Ostranauts has officially launched in version 1.0 after six years in Early Access. The space survival RPG combines ship management, scavenging and open-ended role-playing in a detailed simulation that has earned a loyal following on Steam. To celebrate the milestone, the game is available at a limited-time 20% discount.

In an EV tax credit program compensation of sorts, Model 3 and Model Y can now be had for much less in California. The state wanted to exclude Tesla from the state incentives at first but has now approved the automaker's application.

The Motorola Moto G37 stands out visually with its stylish Pantone color options in fuchsia, blue, and gray, as well as a turquoise variant. The back is made of soft plastic, and its IP64 certification protects against dust, but the build quality reflects its low price.

Asus has listed a new ROG Swift gaming monitor on its website. The 26.5-inch display pairs a QHD 500 Hz QD-OLED panel with a redesigned stand, a built-in tripod mount, and the latest OLED Care Pro features.

The launch of the Huawei Watch GT 7 and the Huawei Watch GT 7 Pro is just around the corner. Huawei is now showcasing the two smartwatches in additional teaser images, while a hands-on photo reveals seven variants of the smartwatch series.

Oppo has officially launched the A7 Pro Max 5G, its first smartphone to pack a 10,000mAh battery, alongside the world's first Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset. The phone starts at 2,199 Yuan, or around $325, for the 8GB+128GB model, rising to 2,999 Yuan, or around $445, for the 12GB+512GB variant.

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Projector 5 in China, an affordable option that can offer up to a 120-inch projected screen. The native resolution is 1080p, and it has a 400-lumen CVIA brightness rating. It costs around CNY 999, about $148.

Casio's "Master in Horizon Gold" trio has been listed on Casio Intl. The Mudmaster GG-B100XMH-5A (¥60,500), Mudman GW-9500MH-5 (¥63,800), GravityMaster GR-B300H-5A (¥49,500) are now all official. Brown-and-gold cases confirm July's leak, pricing slightly lower than estimated.

Thousands of users are unable to access xAI's Grok as reports of an outage continue to climb. The disruption appears to be affecting multiple parts of the AI service, although xAI has yet to comment on the issue.

Four AI chatbots, one forbidden task: a fake news post carrying a made-up claim. ChatGPT produced almost all of them and the most convincing ones, Gemini even faked the New York Times and the BBC. Copilot added a visible AI label, Meta AI refused the false claim. The odd part: German outlets were easier to fake than English ones.

A closer look at Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series spec sheet shows the chip drops one Adreno GPU slice and trims cache versus the standard chip, landing its graphics performance closer to the non-Elite Snapdragon 8 Gen 5.

Heroes of Science and Fiction takes the classic Heroes of Might and Magic formula and transports it into a colorful sci-fi universe filled with space pirates and cybernetic moles. Just a few months after its 1.0 launch, the 90%-rated turn-based strategy game is available on Steam at its first-ever 60% discount, bringing the price down to around $12.

Apple's MacBook Air is in such short supply that units ordered today will not ship until the end of August, according to retail sources cited by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple is unusually steering buyers toward the base MacBook Pro instead, warning on its site that the MacBook Air is subject to availability.

The Steam Machine flexes its muscles in the RPCS3 PS3 emulator. Even demanding games such as God of War 3, Dark Souls, and Gran Turismo 6 run smoothly for the most part without performance patches. Despite a few graphical issues, the reviewer calls it a true "emulation beast."

TCL has launched the new Tab A1 Plus NxtPaper tablet in the US with a larger 10,000 mAh battery. The new entry-level tablet features a 12.2-inch screen, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, and a metal unibody design with IP54-rated splash and dust resistance.

Casio's G-Shock GMA-P2110B is officially listed on the company's international webste, with two monochrome black (-1A) and brown (-5A) octagonal watches. Bio-based resin, 200 m WR, 5730 module with world time, hand-shift feature. No price has been listed yet.

Seiko's new Initial D collab launches with a Keisuke Takahashi RX-7 FD3S chronograph, limited to 1,995 serialized pieces. Yellow dial, rotary-engine index, RedSuns branding. Priced at ¥65,780 via Premico, on sale now.

Xiaomi has now revealed the design of the Redmi K100 Pro along with two color options. The latest information also confirms the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series chipset and additional details about the smartphone.

An Alcorn State University professor caught most of his students cheating on a midterm, using a hidden instruction that prompted AI chatbots to generate nonsensical answers. The incident again highlights the need to regulate the use of AI in learning.

Critics may have already started their Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave reviews. They are reportedly testing the Switch 2 game even though the release date isn't until September 17th. Followers hope that previews following the Nintendo Direct confirm deep gameplay and smooth visuals.

If you're facing issues with Spectrum today, you're not alone. Thousands of users are currently reporting issues, with some encountering error codes such as VZTLI-9000 while using the Spectrum TV app.

The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is set to arrive globally soon. In the meantime, a renowned leaker has revealed all key launch configurations, including a free Redmi Watch 6 smartwatch in some cases.

Casio's new G-Shock GD-350S is now official ahead of its global release later this month. The rugged digital watch stands out by offering vibration and flash alerts, a feature set that's becoming increasingly rare among modern G