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The 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is leasing for as low as $109 per month in the US till September 2. The electric SUV offers a driving range of 253 miles.

Celeste has been discounted on Steam by 75%, bringing the price down to just under $5. The 2D metroidvania features challenging platforming, excellent character-driven storytelling, and an award-winning score. In the seven years since Celeste launched, it has amassed an "Overwhelmingly Positive" review score from over 112,000 reviews.

Dnsys has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its Z1 knee exoskeleton. The device helps wearers climb stairs, play sports, stand up, and carry heavy loads. Notebookcheck had a chance to speak with the co-founder and marketing director about the Z1.

Although all specifications of the successor to the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra have already been unveiled, at least one detail in another leak differs from the previously published info. Specifically, the new Samsung tablet could become even thinner, similar to some flagship smartphones.

The lawsuit accuses Roblox of "willful disregard and deceptive practices" in its conduct as a platform for potential misuse by predators. The 42-page complaint has detailed (and rather severe) accusations for Roblox.

The game already exists in playable form and focuses on 'Cinematic action' sequences that were the hallmark of multiple Naughty Dog titles.

As per leaks available on X, players will get to play the survival horror game as Grace Ashcroft, Leon S. Kennedy and Grace's mother, Alyssa Ashcroft. RE 9 Requiem is a very ambitious project for Capcom, with the largest budget to date in the franchise’s history.

It seems that no Pokémon event is safe from the greed of scalpers. The Pokémon World Championships have become an opportunity for these sellers to buy and resell rare items. Arguments have plagued the Anaheim Convention Center following a failed McDonald's Japan promotion.

Although its Zen 4 architecture means the Ryzen 9 8940HX isn’t the latest processor on the market, its performance, especially in multi-core benchmarks, is more than impressive. This turns the CPU into a unique selling point for the MSI Crosshair A17 HX.

Paying over €2,000 for a gaming laptop with only 8GB of VRAM is a tough ask, but Gigabyte is trying it anyway. Therefore, we summarize our review findings and the pros and cons of the Aorus Elite 16.

Huawei is launching offering a new tablet. The MatePad Air 12 (2025) can be used with a stylus and is quite thin, at least according to the manufacturer's specifications. Several model variants are available.

A team of researchers at the Harbin Engineering University has created a soft, fish-like robot that can swim with the power of seawater. This allows the robot to withstand the high pressures; the kind you find at the deepest parts of the oceans.

GameSir has announced its first wireless controller for Xbox in the form of a special edition of the GameSir G7 Pro that's based on Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. The new controller is available to pre-order now but comes with a bump in price.

The Asus Vivobook S 15 (M5506WA) OLED laptop is now on sale at Newegg at a substantial $250 discount. The laptop is powered by a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, 32 GB of RAM, 1 TB of storage, and a 2.8K OLED display.

Unlike most dual-screen concepts, the ThinkBook Plus Gen6 rollable actually looks and feels like a regular laptop to be easier to use with no learning curve or cumbersome accessories needed.

An updated Nintendo patent may justify rumors about a dual-screen Switch 2 . The illustrations depict a second display attached to what resembles the new console below it. The accessory could add realism to streaming 3DS games on Nintendo Switch Online.

Valve's latest update to the Steam client offers a better experience for higher resolution displays while adding support for uploading a multitude of media files for developers.

Ex-CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment America, Shawn Layden, has a more nuanced take on where video game prices should be as AAA budgets continue to increase.

For the vast majority of scenarios, owners will want to game on the quieter Performance mode instead of the louder Overdrive mode as gaming performance will be nearly the same, anyway.

The JBL Boombox 4 is a new Bluetooth speaker that is said to be slightly lighter than its predecessor, promises up to 34 hours of music playback and delivers powerful audio. Other features include IP68 certification, Bluetooth 5.4 and Auracast.

Samsung's Fan Edition is unlikely to be cheaper than last year's Galaxy S24 FE. After a leaker recently hinted at a lower starting price for the Galaxy S25 FE, a reliable source now contradicts this with more up-to-date euro prices and hints at a surprising third model. Last but not least, there are new render images in all colors.

Visually, it's not an upgrade compared to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and by far the thickest foldable phone of the year. But inside, there are some specific and very useful upgrades, as a leaked Google spec sheet now confirms. Unfortunately, the price will remain the same.

The Galaxy S26 series will finally receive much-needed battery upgrades next year. Even the comparatively compact 6.3-inch Samsung flagship, rumored to be launching under the name Galaxy S26 Pro, is said to offer more capacity than the Galaxy S25, as a recent leak highlights. Compared to Xiaomi 16 and others, however, this increase is nothing to celebrate.

Gamescom's executives see the yearly event as a potential heir of the now-defunct E3 trade show but claim they never perceived the two as rivals.

If you are an Xbox Game Pass Core or Ultimate subscriber, you can try two games, a survival and a sim, for free this weekend allowing you to explore diverse environments from an island to various water bodies.

Following in the footsteps of the SER9 Pro mini PC, the vanilla SER9 from Beelink is now also available with the fresh new China-specific AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 APU based on the Zen 4 architecture. Featuring a decent array of ports and a cooling system that looks promising on paper, the new budget-friendly SER9 mini PC is quite an enticing option indeed.

Ratatan, a rogue-like action game that was largely financed via Kickstarter, is now expected to become available to gamers across the world on Steam from the 19th of September 2025.

A number of smartwatch and smartwatch-like wearables boast stress-tracking technology as part of their health-tech bragging rights. It might not live up to the hype, however, according to new research. It claims to have found that a certain fitness tracker was unable to accurately track stress over the course of a reasonably large-scale, long-term study.

Uninhibited, curious and full of energy – that's how most of us feel as kids, but that carefree spirit often fades with age. Lil Gator Game, a laid-back 3D adventure, sets out to bring that feeling back. Right now, it's 50% off on Steam, matching its lowest price to date.

After a round of teasers, GMK has finally revealed the affordable M6 Ultra mini PC. Priced at just above $200 for the barebones variant, the Ryzen 5 7640HS-powered mini PC packs a healthy number of ports including dual 2.5G Ethernet.

Details about the upcoming eufy Robot Vacuum S2 appear to have been leaked. One report suggests that it could offer up to 30,000 Pa suction power for vacuuming and the brand’s HydroJet roller mopping. Another source indicates that there will be enhanced dirt detection tools and hot water mop washing at the accompanying intelligent dock.

Aqara’s Touchscreen Switch S100 has been certified as a Matter compatible device by the Connectivity Standards Alliance. This smart home switch, which can be used to control wired lights and a range of smart home devices, was unveiled at CES 2025. Plus, a recent report provides details about this product’s launch.

The Roborock P20 Ultra Plus robot vacuum and mop has officially launched. Currently only available in China, this model is more powerful than the older P20 Ultra, with the same slim body. Another upgrade is the enhanced mopping functionality, using hot water to clean your floors and wash the mop heads.

Honor's next generation of Android flagships have started to surface in a fresh leak that hints at one of the more vital of their specs. The new tip suggests that the Magic8 will charge slower via USB-C compared to its predecessor. It might be a trade-off worth making, though.

8Bitdo’s Jade Green Ultimate Xbox controller with tri-mode connectivity and Hall Effect joysticks and triggers is now 29% off on Amazon, reaching its all-time low price. The wireless controller features remappable buttons and motion control and offers up to 22 hours of playtime on a single charge.

A sharp-eyed Dungeons & Dragons game master realized during a session that a 12-year-old player had a rare disability. The story quickly gained traction on Reddit, praised as a touching example of empathy and awareness.

The Inzone H9 exudes PlayStation styling, but its overall sound quality falls short for some buyers. At a higher price, the Inzone H9 II features drivers from the WH-1000XM6 Sony headphones. Wired connectivity and Bluetooth LE support are other notable additions.

The game Jurassic Park: Survival has finally received a progress update following two years of silence. The news comes in the form of a video that lets you discover the behind-the-scenes of this narrative game.

Whispers from the Star has officially hit Steam, with a unique AI-driven, voice-based storytelling mechanic. You have to guide a stranded astronaut Stella on the planet Gaia. The game is priced at $7.99 after a 20% launch discount.

Black Ops 7 will most likely release on November 14 but what’s more interesting is that the final mission of the campaign will merge singleplayer and multiplayer modes. As to how the developers plan to pull this off, is a mystery.

The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum H40 has arrived in Europe. Released in China last year, this model features anti-tangle technology, making it easier for the robot to pick up hair. Plus, the self-emptying docking station provides up to 90 days of hands-free cleaning, and there is support for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

The Philips Hue Festavia Globe String Lights have been leaked. Briefly shown on the brand’s website, these smart lights are designed for outdoor use. They offer both white and colored lighting with a range of effects. Plus, their ‘distinctive inner tube’ is said to enhance performance.

The Garmin beta version 17.27 update recently rolled out to users of some of the brand’s premium watches. This release tackles two issues, one linked to the watch face and the other to multisports activities. The related post in the Garmin forum suggests that users of the Fenix 8 and related smartwatches will be waiting a little longer for a stable release.

Amazfit’s Balance 2 smartwatch is receiving a new update: version 3.16.6.1. This release brings two optimizations for users who also own a Helio Strap fitness tracker, one of which is linked to heart rate monitoring. Plus, there are improvements for the post-workout flow, which is now smoother.

Hyundai is running a lease deal on the Ioniq 6 SE Standard Range for $169/month. The offer is available in the US until September 2.

The 32 GB DDR5-4800 RAM + 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD configuration offers the best value. Besides the mini router setup with 6x NICs, it also comes with a robust port selection including Thunderbolt 4 and DP + HDMI video outputs.

The Casio Standard MTP-B185D-1AVEF watch is on the way to the UK. This analog timepiece has a classic design, with a black square face featuring three hands and a date display. Plus, both the casing and the strap are made from stainless steel, and it is said to be water resistant to 50 m.

The Xiaomi Mijia Constant Temperature Kettle 3 Pro is now available in China. It has a 2.0L capacity, an integrated display on the base and various smart features. These include incrementally adjustable heating temperature and a 24-hour insulation mode.

Casio has announced that the Standard MTP-B146G-3AVEF and MTP-B146G-9AVEF watches are on the way to the UK. They both feature a gold-plated stainless steel casing and strap, with different colored dials. Plus, these analog timepieces have a weekday display and offer 50 m water resistance.

The Anker soundcore Nebula X1 Pro Mobile Theater has been announced. This product, said to be a world first, will launch via a crowdfunding campaign. It combines a 4K triple laser projector with an auto micro gimbal and a 7.1.4 channel sound system, housed together in a CoreSuite casing on wheels.