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Apple might launch a dozen new devices in early 2026 (Image source: Chuttersnap)

Huge Apple leak unveils over 30 products including cheap MacBook and iPhone 18 Pro

Apple seems to have big plans for the coming months, as the code of an internal beta version of iOS 26 reveals codenames for more than 30 new products, ranging from the AirTag 2 and a more affordable MacBook with an iPhone process...

Hannes Brecher, 16 Dec 2025 06:10

Chilkey Foxy 65 free wireless mechanical keyboard

Deal | Holiday gaming keyboard deal: $99 aluminium mechanical keyboard free with discounted Slice75 HE

Chilkey has announced that US buyers can once again claim a free wireless mechanical keyboard when they buy a Chilkey Slice75 HE, a premium Hall effect gaming keyboard. The free giveaway is also accompanied by a 15% discount and a...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Dec 2025 05:23

A decorative image showing the acronym AI (Image source: Igor Omilaev via Unsplash; cropped)

New MIT system lets small AI models outperform giants on complex tasks

MIT researchers have developed a collaborative framework that allows a large “boss” model to direct a team of smaller AI agents, achieving superior reasoning efficiency and accuracy compared to leading solo models.

Chibuike Okpara, 16 Dec 2025 04:49

The ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27FFX1B 520 Hz gaming monitor is currently 55% off on Newegg. (Image source: ASRock)

Deal | Ludicrously fast ASRock Phantom Gaming monitor with 520 Hz refresh rate crashes to record-low price

Gamers who care about ridiculous refresh rates more than anything will be pleased to note that the 520 Hz ASRock PG27FFX1B gaming monitor is now available for a record-low price. Reviews indicate that the panel performs pretty wel...

Sambit Saha, 16 Dec 2025 04:49

Sapphire Radeon RX 9070 GPU with GDDR6 memory (Image source: Sapphire, Samsung with edits)

DDR5 RAM prices could improve in 6 months, as Sapphire GPU PR manager says don't panic buy

According to a Sapphire representative, waiting six months may be the best way to combat soaring memory costs. Astonishing DDR5 RAM prices are raising concerns about the practicality of PC gaming. Regardless, Edward Crisler attrib...

Adam Corsetti, 16 Dec 2025 02:32

Blowing smoke at the Halo C3 (Image Source: DEF CON 33)

Checkmag | Next-gen school smoke detector sparks privacy concerns with embedded microphones

When a bored student discovered a mysterious device on the school's Wi-Fi network, questions arose about the hidden IoT infrastructure in public service buildings. Unsurprisingly, the true nature of these devices raises privacy co...

Stephen Pereyra, 16 Dec 2025 01:50

Deal | Keychron Holiday Sale slashes prices on 2 of the best wireless keyboards we've reviewed with nice free shipping deal to boot

The Keychron Holiday Sale has officially kicked off, with sweeping discounts of up to 25% and free shipping on orders over $69. Keychron's wireless mechanical and HE gaming keyboards have historically impressed in our reviews, and...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Dec 2025 00:00

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gen 10 is a capable RTX 5080 gaming laptop with 64GB DDR5 RAM (Image source: Alex Wätzel)

Deal | 64GB RAM, RTX 5080 and Core Ultra 9: Lenovo Legion Pro 7 gets massive discount

Noteworthy gaming laptop deals might be getting harder to find as RAM prices skyrocket, which is why Microcenter's latest discount on the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 with the RTX 5080 is arguably worth considering for high-end gam...

Enrico Frahn, 15 Dec 2025 23:42

The GameSir G7 Pro Zenless Zone Zero Edition is a wireless controller for Xbox consoles. (Image source: GameSir)

GameSir begins shipping G7 Pro Zenless Zone Zero Edition pre-orders

More than two months after it was announced, the GameSir G7 Pro Zenless Zone Zero Edition Wireless Controller for Xbox has begun shipping to those who pre-ordered it. The controller offers support for Xbox consoles, PC, and Androi...

Habeeb Onawole, 15 Dec 2025 23:30

Cover art for The Trial of Kharzoid's NES cartridge and manual (image source: Hombrew Factory)

NES homebrew title ‘The Trial of Kharzoid’ blends Arkanoid action with Castlevania-style boss fights

“The Trial of Kharzoid” is a new NES homebrew that fuses Arkanoid-style brick-breaking with Metroidvania exploration and Castlevania-inspired boss battles, proving the 8-bit console’s library is still evolving decades after its he...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 15 Dec 2025 23:22

Google Translate can perform real-time speech-to-speech voice translation using a smartphone and headphones thanks to Gemini AI. (Image source: Google)

Google Translate offers real-time Gemini AI voice translations using any headphone

Google Translate enables any pair of headphones to deliver real-time translated speech, thanks to Gemini AI's improved speech-to-speech translation capabilities. The feature is rolling out as a new beta to Android and web users, w...

David Chien, 15 Dec 2025 23:07

77-inch Sony Bravia A95L OLED TV front shown at angle (Image source: Sony)

Deal | 77-inch Sony Bravia A95L OLED TV drops to new low price, boasting top-rated picture quality

Home theater enthusiasts often prefer how the Sony A95L authentically reproduces films. With a QD-OLED panel, the 77-inch display also shines when showcasing brighter nature programs or games. Seldom on sale, the Sony Bravia OLED ...

Adam Corsetti, 15 Dec 2025 23:06

Pictured - the dial of Casio GMW-BZ5000BD-1 against a white background. (Image source: Casio)

Casio's rainbow ion-plated G-Shock GMW-BZ5000 tipped to cost around £800/$1,069 in fresh leak

Fresh leaks now suggest that Casio’s rainbow ion-plated GMW-BZ5000 could be priced around £800 (~$1,069), placing it well above standard full-metal squares. Limited availability and an early-to-mid 2026 release window are also bei...

Anubhav Sharma, 15 Dec 2025 21:45

The Oppo Reno 15c is available in the College Blue, Aurora Blue, and Starlight Bow colorways (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Reno 15c debuts with Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and 6,500 mAh battery

Oppo's newly released Reno 15c packs a 6,500 mAh battery in a body that's IP66, IP68, and IP69 dust- and water-resistant, all while maintaining a slim profile of just under 7.9 mm. Completing the package is a 120 Hz AMOLED screen,...

Tudor Cibean, 15 Dec 2025 20:39

The TCL Projector C1 (pictured) is now available in the UK. (Image source: TCL)

Cheaper TCL portable projector with Google TV now available in the UK

The TCL Projector C1, a smart home model, has been released in the UK. Already available in the US, this model features an integrated battery, adjustable stand and speaker, making it truly portable. The relatively affordable proje...

Polly Allcock, 15 Dec 2025 20:19

The Pill by Shelly (pictured) is now available in Europe. (Image source: Shelly)

New The Pill by Shelly compact smart sensor accessory launches

Shelly has released a new compact smart home gadget named The Pill in Europe. Measuring just 26 mm tall, this device can be used to make regular digital or analog sensors and low-voltage actuators smart. It supports dual connectiv...

Polly Allcock, 15 Dec 2025 20:14

Anker’s Zolo Charger (70W, 4 Ports) (pictured) has launched in Europe. (Image source: Anker)

Anker releases new version of compact 70W 4-port charger

The Anker Zolo Charger (70W, 4 Ports) is now available in some European countries. A version of this accessory for the US market was spotted earlier this year. The relatively compact accessory features three USB-C outputs, each of...

Polly Allcock, 15 Dec 2025 20:10

Casio’s G-Shock Frogman GW-8200TPF-1 watch (pictured) is now available in the UK. (Image source: Casio)

Special Edition Casio G-Shock Frogman watch now available in another country

The Casio G-Shock Frogman GW-8200TPF-1 watch has been released in the UK, following its recent launch in Japan. Inspired by the poison dart frog, the product has a striped black and fluorescent green design, with textured resin an...

Polly Allcock, 15 Dec 2025 19:47

The Honor Win is intended to be the successor to the Honor GT series. (Image source: CNMO)

Leak reveals Honor Win with active fan, triple camera and 10,000 mAh battery

The Honor Win is expected to launch soon as the successor to the Honor GT series. Render images of the Honor Win have now surfaced for the first time, showcasing the brand-new design of the high-end mid-range smartphone in three c...

Hannes Brecher, 15 Dec 2025 19:47

The Vivo S50 aims to offer excellent value for money thanks to its Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo S50 intended to be a "flagship killer" with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, 5,000 nit display and attractive price tag

The brand-new Vivo S50 is set to score points with its attractive price-performance ratio, for which Vivo has combined a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 with a 5,000-nit bright AMOLED display, a 6,500 mAh battery and a 50 MP periscope telepho...

Hannes Brecher, 15 Dec 2025 19:29

The Thunderobot Mix G2 from the front showing 3.5 mm jack, USB Type-A and Type-C ports. (Image source: Thunderobot)

Asus ROG NUC 2025 but with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090: Thunderobot Mix G2 gaming mini-PC launches internationally

Thunderobot has confirmed that its Asus ROG NUC 2025 rival will be available internationally. Called the Thunderobot Mix G2, the gaming mini-PC does one better than Asus' alternative with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU, too...

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2025 19:22

A screenshot of Plopidr_'s project unveiled on Reddit, showing a river and a forest. (Image source: Plopidr_'s - Reddit)

After 3 years of work and more than 70,000 blocks, this fan created a new realistic world in Minecraft

A Reddit user recently unveiled a custom world that they claim took three years of work, and more than 70,000 blocks to make. The Redditor had to turn to various various tools, and the result is impressive and unbelievably realist...

Alexis Stegmann, 15 Dec 2025 19:15

Baseus Blade 100-watt power bank drops to all-time low price on Amazon. (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | Baseus Blade ultra-slim power bank gets attractive 55% price cut

The Baseus Blade ultra-slim power bank is once again available for an all-time low price on Amazon - and this time, non-Prime members aren't left out. With a capacity of 20,000 mAh and a peak output of 100 watts, the Blade is a de...

Sambit Saha, 15 Dec 2025 18:41

The Waterdrop G3P800 is a tankless RO system with UV sterilization

Waterdrop's Christmas sale is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your home water

Clean water is arguably one of the most meaningful upgrades for all households, which is why Waterdrop’s latest filtration systems combine advanced purification, everyday convenience and long-term health benefits. From under-sink ...

Adver‌tising, 15 Dec 2025 18:07

Xiaomi's CEO has hinted that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra could debut on December 17. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Redmi Turbo 5 smartphones rumoured to debut soon as Xiaomi CEO hints at December 17 launch event

Xiaomi will be hosting a new conference this week in its home market. With the Xiaomi 17 Ultra rumoured to be arriving before the end of the month, a leaker has indicated that a whole raft of new products will be launching within ...

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2025 17:59

The Model Y can now claim up to ten years battery warranty. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla intros 10-year Model Y battery warranty with $500 deductible

Tesla is extending the battery warranty of its bestselling models, but for a shorter duration than was previously rumored. Previously, it only gave an 8-year battery warranty, while the competition offered more.

Daniel Zlatev, 15 Dec 2025 17:58

Rockstar Games banner is shown (Image source: Rockstar Games)

Fired Rockstar Games employees deny alleged Discord leaks, insist GTA 6 studio was union busting

Rockstar Games and its former workers are no closer to reaching a resolution. The GTA 6 development house is adamant that employees leaked confidential details on a Discord server. Meanwhile, a UK labor organization maintains that...

Adam Corsetti, 15 Dec 2025 17:51

The flagship OnePlus 15. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Turbo: OnePlus officially confirms new smartphone series

OnePlus adopted a performance-centric approach for its recent smartphones, including the OnePlus 15 with its 165Hz display and the Ace 6T debuting the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor. Now, the company has officially confirmed a new T...

Huzefa Baloch, 15 Dec 2025 17:31

The KYY X90E triple portable monitor comes with dual 15.6-inch IPS panels (Image source: KYY)

KYY unveils new X90E 15.6-inch triple portable monitor with IPS panels and adjustable kickstand

KYY has launched its new X90E 15.6-inch portable monitor globally. Aiming to let you use 3 monitors at once, it features two IPS screens with 1920 x 1080 (FHD) resolution, 260 nits of peak brightness, and a 1200:1 contrast ratio. ...

Abhinav Fating, 15 Dec 2025 17:22

A concept of how the iPhone Fold could look. (Image source: Concept Creator)

Leaker shares new Apple iPhone Fold details with Touch ID instead of Face ID rumoured

A reliable leaker has shared new details about Apple's foldable iPhone. Shared months ahead of time, the new information indicates that Apple will return to Touch ID to minimise device thickness on its 7.58-inch foldable rather th...

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2025 17:17

The Casio Edifice x Honda ECB-2300HR-1AJR, pictured alongside a Honda F1 decal against a white background. (Image source: Casio Japan - edited)

Casio Edifice x Honda collab watch officially listed in Japan ahead of March release

Casio has officially listed the Edifice x Honda ECB-2300HR-1AJR in Japan, confirming a March 2026 release and ¥66,000 (~$426) price tag. The listing validates earlier reports and showcases its RA272-inspired 60th anniversary desig...

Anubhav Sharma, 15 Dec 2025 16:45

Tesla Model Y in Austin without supervisor in the car. (Image source: Mandablorian/X)

Tesla launching paid Robotaxi fleet for HW4 owners OTA as it lets Model Y drive solo

Tesla will soon be merging the custom unsupervised FSD software with the public FSD 14 branch available to private entities. Model Y owners will then be able to add their SUVs to the Robotaxi fleet and start earning.

Daniel Zlatev, 15 Dec 2025 16:41

Thunderobot will fully announce the Zero Air gaming laptop on January 6 during CES 2026. (Image source: Thunderobot)

16-inches and 1.6 kg: Thunderobot launches Zero Air gaming laptop with Intel Panther Lake and Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 GPUs

Thunderobot has lifted the lid on a new 16-inch gaming laptop that weighs in at around 1.6 kg. Equipped with Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs, the Thunderoboto Zero Air is one of the first gaming laptops to launch with Intel's Pa...

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2025 16:34

iRobot is being acquired by the supplier of its latest robots as part of bankruptcy proceedings. (Image source: iRobot)

iRobot bankruptcy results in total capital loss for shareholders, takeover aims to save Roomba functionality

After 35 years, US robotics specialist iRobot has filed for bankruptcy. As part of bankruptcy proceedings, iRobot will be acquired by Picea, the Chinese company that developed iRobot's latest vacuum and mopping robots.

Hannes Brecher, 15 Dec 2025 16:19

The Huawei Nova 15 Ultra features a camera module similar to that of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei unveils Nova 15 Ultra with brand-new design and dual front camera alongside Nova 15 and Nova 15 Pro

The Huawei Nova 15 series will be officially unveiled in a few days. In this context, Huawei has just shared high-resolution images of the three smartphones in several colors. The Huawei Nova 15 Ultra combines a strikingly texture...

Hannes Brecher, 15 Dec 2025 16:18

The Ayaneo Next II will have a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor and a 115Wh battery. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo Next II to launch on Indiegogo soon

Ayaneo has revealed that its upcoming Windows handheld, the Next II, will be launched on Indiegogo. It has begun accepting registrations for the handheld, with a promise of an early bird discount for those who register.

Habeeb Onawole, 15 Dec 2025 16:07

The Anbernic RG477V leverages MediaTek's Dimensity 8300 chipset and a 5,500 mAH battery. (Image source: Anbernic)

RG477V: Anbernic shares updated details about new gaming handheld on eve of release

Anbernic has shared an extensive video of the RG477V on YouTube. Signalling that a full global launch is close, the video also reveals new details about the device that Anbernic has held back until now.

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2025 15:25

A screengrab from Gang of Dragon (image source: TheGameAwards YT)

Ma Dong-seok leads ‘Gang of Dragon’, Nagoshi’s brutal new Tokyo crime epic

“Gang of Dragon” marks Toshihiro Nagoshi’s brutal return to the crime genre, trading Yakuza’s playful excess for a lean, cinematic descent into Kabukicho’s underworld led by Korean star Ma Dong-seok. Powered by an all-star team of...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 15 Dec 2025 15:24

KT Pocket is expected to equip the KT-R1S with a 3:2 or 4:3 aspect ratio display. (Image source: KT Pocket)

KT Pocket KT-R1S handheld rears its head with launch imminent

The KT Pocket KT-R1S has been a long time coming. Now, it seems that KT Pocket is finally ready to replace the KT-R1 with a more powerful option. Ahead of its full launch, the KT-R1S has already been pictured in multiple designs.

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2025 14:21

The S50 Pro mini starts at around $524 in China. Pictured: the black colorway of the phone. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo S50 Pro mini launches as new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 flagship with iPhone Air-like design

The Vivo S50 Pro mini is now official in China. It's a new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 flagship phone that features an iPhone Air-like camera island on the back. The launch price in China is CNY 3,699, around $524.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Dec 2025 14:13

DDR5 DRAM could get even more expensive in the coming weeks. (Image source: Pixabay, edited)

"No stock": Samsung raises DDR5 contract price by over 100%

Samsung has reportedly increased the contract price of DDR5 memory by over 100%. Claiming that there is no stock, the Korean Giant has pushed the contract price of DDR5 DRAM near $20. OEMs are likely to pass this price hike on to ...

Fawad Murtaza, 15 Dec 2025 14:05

The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S will receive a number of minor upgrades in 2026. (Image source: Huawei)

Rival to the Apple iPad: Huawei launches MatePad 11.5 S 2026 with 144 Hz display and 12 GB RAM

Huawei is relaunching the MatePad 11.5 S. The 2026 version will have 50% more RAM and significantly faster charging. Priced at €479, the MatePad 11.5 S 2026 will compete with Apple's 11th generation iPad.

Hannes Brecher, 15 Dec 2025 13:45

The Realme 16 Pro features a completely redesigned look. (Image source: Realme)

Realme 16 Pro revealed with brand-new design in four colors

The Realme 16 Pro and Realme 16 Pro+, two high-end mid-range smartphones, are expected to launch soon and have already been showcased in four colors. Realme appears to have taken some design inspiration from the OnePlus 15.

Hannes Brecher, 15 Dec 2025 13:44

The Edge 70 does things quite differently than its predecessor and places less emphasis on the flexibility of the camera system. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Zoom removed, price doubled: How good is the camera of the Motorola Edge 70?

Motorola has cut back considerably on the camera system of the slim Edge 70. Can you still take decent photos with it? We take a look and put the zoom quality and macro shots to the test.

Florian Schmitt, 15 Dec 2025 13:43

According to a report from South Korea, display manufacturers LG and Samsung are already preparing for Apple's anniversary iPhone in 2027. (Image source: AppleTrack)

Report: Apple's anniversary iPhone in 2027 will pose a challenge for display manufacturers

Similar to the iPhone X in 2017, a radically new iPhone design is expected in 2027, intended to celebrate the iPhone's 20-year history. However, Apple's ambitious plans, featuring a completely bezel-less, quadruple-curved display,...

Alexander Fagot, 15 Dec 2025 13:41

Nioh is 90% off on Steam until December 18. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Samurai soulslike cheaper than ever – now under $5 on Steam for the first time

One of the most influential Soulslike games of recent years is now available on Steam at its lowest price yet. Nioh takes the popular genre to feudal Japan and puts a fresh spin on it with its own distinct ideas. Until December 18...

Marius Müller, 15 Dec 2025 13:37

Unless developers support it, there are always several icons that ruin that uniform theme (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

Android adaptive icons are still wildly inconsistent, thankfully this icon pack has nearly every icon covered

CheckMag Android adaptive icons theme every icon on your device for that consistent look. However, unlike iOS, there is always at least one stubborn icon that doesn't support it. This icon pack supports dynamic colours and does a way bette...

David Devey, 15 Dec 2025 13:35

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