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Even contending with higher memory prices, Nintendo may be designing new consoles. Its latest fiscal report revealed that its research and development budget expanded by 23.7%. Earlier leaks suggested that a cheaper Switch 2 Lite or upgraded OLED model is a possibility.

The Model Y has become the first vehicle to ace the Trump administration's new self-driving safety benchmark. Tesla has also quietly overhauled its color palette for the Model Y and Model 3, retiring an old staple and handing down a flagship hue from the departed Model S and Model X flagships.

Fresh Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide leaks from Alibaba case vendors have (once again) revealed the South Korean company’s wider, 4:3 foldable design aimed at rivaling Apple’s upcoming iPhone Ultra.

There's a new fast charger in Sharge's portfolio, and it seems to be a direct rival to the Anker Nano. Featuring 40W fast charging support, this new adapter is said to be 30% smaller than the regular Apple power brick for mobile, and it even has a design similar to the AirPods case.

The James Webb Space Telescope has recently unveiled an image of the M77 galaxy, located about 45 million light-years from Earth. And it's a unique image that reveals many details about this celestial object, which measures about 90,000 light-years in diameter.

A fresh leak from a credible tipster has revealed a Tianma display with record-breaking 0.35mm bezels and a 240Hz refresh rate is going to feature in an upcoming Android phone. While the OnePlus 16 is rumored to feature 240Hz tech, its 6.78-inch size suggests this compact 6.32-inch panel may belong to a rival like Xiaomi.

All size and color variants of Garmin's very capable smartwatch are now cheaper than ever on Amazon, as the world's biggest online retailer grants a $250 discount on the 47mm as well as the 51mm version of the still pretty pricey Fenix 8 Pro.

Zepp Health will bring new and powerful software features to some very affordable smartwatches, including models we have already reviewed. These will add some genuinely relevant features.

The Lenovo Legion Y900 series is making a comeback, and the company has already confirmed two new variants that will be unveiled in China on May 19, 2026. With a new announcement, the brand has confirmed the SoC that will be powering the 13-inch variant.

A new system effectively turns a single-board computer, as well as more or less any other small device into a laptop. This is intended to make it easier to work with. A corresponding camera kit is included with the CrowView Note 14 and allows for use cases such as image recognition.

Nitecore is launching a new flashlight called the P27iX. It is similar to the EDC series, but has a replaceable battery. It also offers very bright light with direct access via dedicated buttons. The smaller P17iX is still missing for the time being.

Garmin is rolling out a new software update for several smartwatches. It promises a wide range of improvements and could significantly improve the user experience in the best case. The update for the Fenix 8 models can be installed easily, but it is not yet being rolled out to all users.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is currently one of the best camera phones on the market. We took this flagship phone out for a spin in China and snapped plenty of photos. Does it have any weaknesses after all?

PUBG Mobile 4.4 Hero's Crown launches May 12 with a Greek mythology map overhaul, Nimbus Island, a Centaur boss fight, the M1 Garand, and a Blue Lock collab on May 22.

Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei's Legacy is now live on Xbox, PC, and PS5, adding the Jin Dynasty civilization, an 8-mission campaign set during the Song-Jin Wars, four new maps, and two new biomes.

OpenAI has launched GPT-Realtime-2, GPT-Realtime-Translate, and GPT-Realtime-Whisper through its Realtime API, now generally available for production voice agents.

Updated: Epic Games posts cryptic teaser for new Mystery Games. Epic Games Store has just started giving away two new games. At the same time, it has revealed that it has returned to its Mystery Game promotion strategy. Two games will be up for grabs between May 14 and May 21.

Valve has released a new Steam Client update, which includes multiple important fixes and improvements for the newly launched Steam Controller.

The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 aims to impress creative professionals with its large 13-inch display, precise stylus and powerful performance. Where the Android tablet shines - and which weaknesses are noticeable in everyday use.

Vivo's next-generation flagship series has made its first appearance in a global device registry. The X500 lineup may include a new Vivo X500e model in addition to the standard and Pro models.

The OnePlus Pad Go 2 is an affordable Android tablet powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra chipset. It is currently available in the US for $299 with a promo code. The deal includes free wired earphones and a choice of one additional accessory.

New Blood Interactive’s April Fools’ tip line has evolved into an active fan feedback channel, drawing more than 1,000 voicemails ranging from genuine questions to jokes and food orders. The stunt highlights the publisher’s playful community engagement as it continues work on major updates for titles like ULTRAKILL.

PS4 supporters may be running out of time to prepare for the GTA 6 release date. The PlayStation Store is asking these gamers to purchase a PS5 console before its debut. Recently, Sony and Take-Two Interactive have hinted that the Rockstar Games title is on schedule.

Here is your exclusive first look at the Insta360 Luna Ultra’s retail packaging, which reveals a genius detachable magnetic remote with an integrated OLED display, joystick, and 8K video support. The flexible design is the Luna Ultra’s flagship feature, positioning it as a dangerous rival to the new DJI Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4P.

Fan noise would drop from over 40 dB(A) all the way down to just 30 dB(A) albeit for a relatively steep 20 to 25 percent cut to performance.

After avoiding a Switch 2 price increase, astronomical memory prices forced the manufacturer to act. With a $499.99 MSRP in September, buyers will look for reasons to upgrade. Former Nintendo marketers think that the company should announce a first-party Switch 2 game to compete with GTA 6.

According to Pearl Abyss, Crimson Desert will receive a new big update soon. While the developers have not revealed the full patch notes yet, they have confirmed it will bring new mounts and a much-requested feature.

(Update: Restrictions lifted) GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen’s attempt to buy eBay took an unusual turn after his newly created seller account, used to auction personal memorabilia and promote the bid, was temporarily suspended for suspicious activity.

A Fallout 4 modder has ported the entirety of The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind into the game’s Pip-Boy and terminals, pushing the needle of what is possible for gamers looking to play games beyond the six retro titles the game already supports on its virtual wearable.

Casio's GMD-B300 series is now on sale in the US at $135. The compact G-Shock duo features a step tracker, Bluetooth app sync, 200 m water resistance, and a slim build for everyday wear.

Discord appears to be down for thousands of users right now. Most of them are being met with an error screen that says "increased API errors."

Citadelum is a city builder that takes you back to Ancient Rome. You’ll need to build a powerful and prosperous city, but you’ll also have to conquer new territories and earn the favor of the gods of the Pantheon.

Several new D-Link industrial switches are now shipping in Europe other markets. The DIS-100E is particularly affordable and compact and is designed for harsh environments. However, it does not set any speed records.

Casio's Pro Trek PRW-61D-2, previously spotted only on Casio Japan, has now appeared on Casio International with a May 2026 release tag. The Dragon Eye-inspired outdoor watch features Triple Sensor, Tough Solar, and Multi Band 6, with pricing expected around $500.

Apple and Intel have been in talks for quite some time, and it looks like they have finally found common ground. Intel will now supply some of the chips for Apple’s mobile devices, including iPhone and Mac products.

Lenovo has released a new 16-inch ThinkPad featuring Intel Lunar Lake processors. Also available with up to 32 GB of RAM and an 86 Wh battery, the new ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 also features ultra-fast LPDDR5X RAM running at 8,533 MT/s and 1200p IPS displays.

Gamers accustomed to multi-monitor setups may discover Xbox Mode has limitations. When enabled, the console-inspired menus disable additional displays, interrupting multi-tasking. The UI has more advantages for the upcoming Project Helix Xbox console and gaming PCs connected to TVs.

Minisforum has released a new mini-PC globally. Available with the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H and 32 GB of RAM, the Minisforum M2 can be picked up for less than $600 as a barebones unit.

Lenovo is now selling a new 14-inch convertible laptop in North America. Equipped with Intel Panther Lake processors and up to 32 GB of RAM, the IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 (14IPH11) can also be configured with an OLED display and comes with dual M.2 and SODIMM slots despite its size.

Minisforum has unveiled a pair of new NAS devices. Built around Intel's Panther Lake and Wildcat Lake platforms, the All-Flash S5 and All-Flash S7 also contain 10 Gigabit LAN and USB4 expansion.

OpenAI introduces a new Trusted Contact feature aimed at users who are experiencing mental health crises. A user can nominate a trusted adult in their contacts list which OpenAI will notify when their chats veer too far into self harm territory.

A Samsung worker strike could aggravate the memory shortage and raise DRAM prices. The union is asking for a higher percentage of profits earned during the AI boom. If the dispute isn’t resolved, an 18-day manufacturing pause would leave SK Hynix and Micron to make up for a depleted supply. Update (May 8th 5:11 PM GMT): Due to a discrepancy with the source, profit numbers have been removed.

In his latest video, Jon Prosser has showcased what he believes is the final design for the iPhone 18 Pro. The leaker reiterates past leaks, suggesting that most of what we’ve heard about the new Pro models is accurate.

In a recently uploaded promotional video, Lenovo has shed light on some key details regarding its upcoming gaming tablet, the Legion Y900. Arriving later this month in 13" and 11" variants, the flagship gaming tablet appears to be packing quite a lot under its hood.

According to researchers, the largest crater on the Moon may have been caused by an asteroid measuring 260 km in diameter. And astronauts may be able to collect remnants of this event during future lunar missions.

The Hisense Smart Audio Glasses G11 have made their debut in China, and while they can be labeled as "smart glasses," they are more like audio glasses with some smart features. They are light in weight, rated for up to 47.2 hours of runtime, and start at CNY 1,189, around $174.

DJI is urging U.S. customers to submit comments to the FCC before 11 May as the agency considers whether to uphold restrictions that could block approval and sales of new DJI drones over national security concerns.

Game consoles usually become cheaper in the years following their launch. Not so the PlayStation 5, which was launched in November 2020 for $399, but five and a half years later costs $599. This obviously has a drastic effect on sales.

The GMKtec NucBox M3 Pro is a new mini PC from the company, and it’s powered by a dated Intel Core i5 13500H. This choice of processor appears to have kept the price low, with the barebone configuration costing $329.99, which can be further dropped with the special M3P15 coupon code.

After the Sony PlayStation 5 already supports a power-saving mode that is supposed to simulate the performance of the next PlayStation handheld, Microsoft is reportedly also working on a similar mode for the next-generation Xbox, not least to improve the battery life of Windows handhelds.