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Rockstar has unveiled a GTA 6 collector’s box that does not even include the game. While some of the items have caught fans’ attention, many say the package simply is not worth the roughly $400 asking price.

Seiko has expanded its 145th Anniversary collection with the HGK003 “Edo Purple,” a limited-edition quartz chronograph featuring a textured purple dial, an angular 40mm steel case, and sapphire crystal. The watch is powered by the 8T63 quartz movement and is water-resistant to 100 meters.

The new Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max bring a hardware-based privacy display, akin to the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. However, as we've seen with the Galaxy S26 Ultra's panel, the privacy display takes its toll on the image quality of the Xiaomi 18 Pro's OLED panel.

Ugreen's new Nexode 45W power bank is now available in the US in 10,000mAh and 20,000mAh versions. Both support up to 45W fast charging and can juice up three devices at once. More importantly, they promise better protection against battery fires and explosions.

(Multiple inaccuracies fixed) Ninkear’s MBox18 is a 0.36-liter mini PC designed for everyday productivity, featuring Intel’s low-power Core 3 304 processor, triple-display support, USB4 and a 15-TOPS NPU. Available with 12GB of LPDDR5 memory and a 512GB expandable SSD, it prioritizes compactness and connectivity over gaming or workstation performance.

With the new “Call for me” feature, Gemini on the Pixel 11 will soon be able to make calls autonomously – for example, to ask about product availability or make reservations. For now, however, the feature will only be available in the US.

Citizen has unveiled two new Promaster Sky Navihawk automatics in Europe, at €599 each. The blue NK0040-58L and black NK0044-57E drop Eco-Drive for the mechanical Caliber 8314, in a 40 mm Super Titanium case with a slide-rule bezel and sapphire crystal.

A Sony Interactive Entertainment patent application published on September 17, 2026, describes PlayStation controllers that read payment details from credit cards, gift cards and smartphones over NFC or Bluetooth.

(Display specifications updated) iQOO has officially revealed its new Pad Ultra gaming tablet with an 8.8-inch 165Hz OLED display, a 5.74mm all-metal body and a weight of 298g. It also features up to 5,000Hz touch sampling, a built-in cooling fan and several gaming-focused features.

With its tele-zoom camera, high-resolution selfie camera, and sharp images in daylight, the Oppo Reno 16 FS holds its own against even some significantly more expensive phones. However, in camera tests, there are also situations it doesn’t handle quite as well.

Vivo has launched the Y600i in China at CNY 1,999 (about $300) for a single 6GB RAM and 256GB storage model. The phone combines an 8,000mAh battery and 44W charging with a 6.87-inch 120Hz LCD, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, a 50MP rear camera, and IP68 and IP69 protection, with sales starting on September 30.

Google has added 14 connected apps to Gemini, including Adobe, Peloton, Experian and Airtable. According to Google's own availability table, 10 of them work only in the US. Outside the US, just Adobe, monday.com and Wispr AI are available, and only in English. Disconnecting an app later does not delete what Gemini has already saved.

Citizen has launched two new two-tone automatics in the UK, the black NJ0226-56E and the blue NJ0224-51L, at £329 (~$435) each. Both are additions to the NJ022 series, with a 38.5 mm case, 100 m water resistance and Citizen's caliber 8210 automatic movement.

Timex has launched the TWEG256SMU01 in India at ₹5,696, or about $59. The 43 mm quartz watch pairs a gunmetal brass case with a teal dial and a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock, on a steel bracelet, with mineral glass and 30 m water resistance.

Citizen has listed the NJ0210-56E on its UK site for £299. The 40 mm automatic pairs a black dial with a steel bracelet and runs the caliber 8210, and it's a new combination in the series. With VAT stripped, the UK price is about 41% above Europe's.

Microsoft has tasked Activision with making a new Halo game following development struggles. However, according to a report, Halo Studios leader Pierre Hintze hopes to remain a factor. The executive had concepts for more remakes and a 7th entry, but those plans are now in flux.

The Honor X9e Pro is a new mid-range smartphone featuring a large battery and 5G connectivity. It is now available for pre-order in Malaysia.

Green Man Gaming’s limited-time DC Universe Bundle is offering eight Batman-related PC games for just $12, with proceeds going to gaming accessibility charity SpecialEffect. Batman fans who have never played the games have less than two weeks before the deal expires.

The Oknife MK 3-in-1 combines a 300-lumen flashlight, compact folding knife and magnetic bit driver in a 52-gram aluminum body. Priced at under $50, it offers practical everyday versatility for light-duty tasks.

LG has sharply discounted its 2026 C6 OLED TV lineup, cutting the 65-inch model from $2,700 to $1,600 just months after launch. The discounts follow allegations that millions of LG devices collected audio and local-device data, leaving buyers to weigh substantial savings against unresolved privacy concerns.

Onyx is rolling out Android 13 to the Boox Go 6 Gen II, improving app compatibility and security without significantly changing the e-reader’s interface. The unexpected upgrade marks a shift from the company’s limited update history, though similar support for other Boox models remains unconfirmed.

Xbox has eliminated 268 positions, including that of Halo Studios' cinematic director, Josh Daniels, just days after his promotion, as part of its ongoing restructuring. Activision will lead development of the next mainline Halo game through a dedicated team, though no release window or project details have been announced.

Amazon has added three more games for Prime members to claim and download through Luna. The lineup includes Hue, High on Life, and more.

Beyond personal information, ShinyHunters claimed their FBI hack exposed critical details about how the agency's cyber wing operates. While this could be a major blow to the agency, the full extent of the hack is not yet clear.

Bulkhead CEO Joe Brammer says early-access shooter Wardogs will increase from $40 to $49.99 at version 0.5 and $59.99 at its full launch, expected within 24 months. Brammer defended the scaling model as a reflection of the game’s growing content and development costs, telling players who disagree with the valuation not to buy it.

The new LG Gram Book AI 2026 has now reached the US. Powered by Intel Wildcat Lake, the new model starts at $799.99 with 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, and Intel Core 5 315. It's still super lightweight at 2.9 lbs and 0.6 inches thin, and is said to last up to 30.5 hours in official tests.

Rockstar uploaded a partial GTA 6 map to its store with labeled destinations. It quickly edited the product photo for the just-announced Vice City Collection pre-orders. Fans are now comparing the poster to previously leaked charts, looking for clues about Leonida’s geography.

The Blood of Dawnwalker director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz has questioned the value of targeting 120 FPS in a single-player RPG, arguing that performance above 60 FPS should be sufficient. However, players and benchmarks report persistent traversal and camera stutter on PC despite hotfix 1.05’s shader compilation improvements.

Xiaomi’s TV S Pro RGB-Mini LED 2027 Supreme Edition pairs a 5,500-nit 4K RGB-Mini LED display with refresh rates up to 360Hz and an upgraded 170W Harman-tuned audio system. Available in China in sizes from 65 to 98 inches, the premium TV starts at the equivalent of around $945.

Available on Steam since September 25, 2018, Pathfinder: Kingmaker immerses you in a fantasy world where you'll have to build your own kingdom and survive various dangers. You'll need to be prepared for any eventuality and choose your allies carefully.

Huawei has started pre-sales for its new MatePad Air Z tablet in China with a 12-inch 144Hz LCD and Kirin T93SD processor. It also features a 10,100mAh battery, up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, while the soft-light version uses a different Kirin chip.

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Tomb Raider, 8BitDo has announced two special edition controllers. Based on the Ultimate 3 Controller for Xbox and the Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad, the two controllers pay homage to one of the most popular video game franchises.

The Nikon Z5IIC camera has debuted with a 24.5 MP sensor, N‑RAW 12‑bit 4K60p video, AI hybrid AF, and 7.5‑stop stabilization for creators desiring better image quality than smartphones. The camera offers 15 scene modes with over 140 downloadable image looks and PC/smartphone livestreaming.

Oppo’s Enco X4 flagship earbuds pair Dynaudio-tuned dual drivers with adaptive noise cancellation, high-resolution audio support, improved call quality, and up to 53 hours of battery life. Currently exclusive to China, they're expected to make their way to global markets in the coming months.

A new Ugreen 10,000mAh magnetic power bank has appeared at a retailer in the US and Europe. Dubbed MagFlow Air Ultra Slim Power Bank, the new accessory is 13.9mm thick and supports 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging and up to 45W via its built-in USB-C cable.

After more than a year in development, F-Droid has rebuilt nearly every part of its Android app. The new release makes apps easier to find, install and update, while also changing how Tor, panic features and background installations work.

Xiaomi has released a new accessory aimed at turning smartphones into musical instruments. Compatible with the Xiaomi 18 Pro, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and even iPhones, the Pocket Guitar aims to replicate a guitar while still being pocketable.

Reporting live from Qualcomm’s annual Snapdragon Summit in Maui, Hawaii, we got you an exclusive first look at Qualcomm’s next-generation 2nm mobile flagship silicon for 2026/2027: the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and the all-new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6.

Once again, it has been reported that GTA 6 pre-orders on the PS5 heavily outnumber those on Xbox. This time, it comes straight from within Xbox, despite what the company previously claimed.

The Bulkhead CEO claims that more expensive games would prevent layoffs and closures. According to Wardogs boss Joe Brammer, the GTA 6 cost should have been higher. The influential title could have established a new price point that eases ballooning development budgets.

Researchers have been trying for years to biologically break down plastic waste. A team at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, working in collaboration with NASA, has now come one step closer to that goal: Plastic is broken down into chemical components at high temperatures and pressures and then metabolized by yeast.

HTX Studio has built a desk-sized version of Apple’s cancelled AirPower idea. A camera spots where a phone is placed, then a motorized charging coil moves underneath it. The desk also adds a transparent display, a Mac mini, standing-desk controls and a Focus Mode.

Lenovo has now released a new 15-inch laptop, less than a month after initially unveiling it. Equipped with a built-in number pad, the IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11 also boasts over 18 hours of battery life and a choice of modern Intel Wildcat Lake processors.

Rockstar Games’ $975,000 “Welcome to Vice City” promotion at Miami’s Kaseya Center has drawn scrutiny after the deal was approved without a vote by the Miami-Dade County Commission. Critics, including Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez and Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz, argue that associating county assets with GTA VI risks promoting a fictional identity rooted in crime and violence.

The Teclast V16H is a new addition to the company's portfolio, and this affordable portable monitor has a 16-inch display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 1200p resolution, and 8-bit color depth. It has launched with a discounted price tag of $79.99.

The G-Shock GBA-950-1A watch is now officially available for purchase through Casio UK’s official website for £130. Designed for runners, the digital-analog watch features step counting, 200 m (20 bar) water resistance, GPS-linked distance tracking, an all-black bio-resin case, Strava compatibility, and dual time zones.

The design and color options for the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro have allegedly leaked. They will retain the transparent look with some tweaks and bring some upgrades compared to the base Headphone (1).

BYD has used a combination of a large Blade battery and an efficient drivertrain to propel its new Denza Z9S premium sedan to new range records. The car claims the longest EV range on the local testing cycle.

An analysis of over half a million wild bird records shows a surprising trend: female birds die younger than males, challenging the lifespan patterns commonly seen in mammals.

Australian PC maker Aftershock has put together a custom gaming PC called Cherry Bloom that features a reactive cherry blossom tree inside. There are 70 heat-reactive titanium alloy petals that open up when the temperature goes up.