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The bumpy Steam Controller sales launch has raised concerns among fans about the upcoming Steam Machine. Without a proper queue system, many interested buyers could end up missing out.

Fans are debating whether GTA 6 will be able to maintain its impressive trailer visuals in the finished game. The main concerns are not just graphical details, but above all NPC density, traffic and a possible 30 FPS cap on consoles.

A gaming mouse is probably one of the first accessories you will buy for your shiny new gaming laptop, and Razer spearheaded that product category pretty much exactly 20 years ago. Time to celebrate, and they sent over the 20th Anniversary Boomslang alongside the all-new Viper V4 Pro.

Fresh Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leaks suggest a return to 10x optical zoom - a hardware-driven move that challenges current sensor-crop trends. Following the global release of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and its dedicated 50MP 10x periscope, Huawei appears ready to reclaim the ultra-telephoto crown it first established with the P40 Pro+.

Google is hosting "The Android Show I/O Edition" on May 12. The company revealed a short teaser announcement depicting the Android mascot "The Bot" switching on a light bulb. The resulting aesthetic change has sparked concerns among fans that Google may be following Apple's Liquid Glass design language.

Casio’s new GMD-B300 series adds step tracking and Bluetooth to a compact G-Shock design. Priced at ¥17,600 (~$113), the two watches offer 200 m water resistance, app sync, and lightweight wear, with pre-orders now live ahead of a May 2026 release.

The modding season for the Steam Controller is officially open. Valve has published CAD files for the innovative gamepad and the controller puck to help modders customize the design of the controller to their liking.

So far, Nitecore power banks are not furnished with the CCC mark, which is important for travel in China, especially when flying. Despite being a Chinese brand, Nitecore still had to wait some time for the certification. However, consumers can expect to see the mark soon on Nitecore products.

Lenovo wants to set new standards with a compact gaming tablet with top Snapdragon performance, a 165 Hz display and a whopping 12 GB of RAM. We summarize how good the overall package of the Legion Tab 5 really is - and what compromises are involved.

Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.8 launches today with new agents Promeia and Starlight Billy, plus HoYoverse's official confirmation of a Steam release in Q2 2026.

The Xiaomi Gaming Mouse 2 has been announced, and under the hood, this flagship wireless mouse has the flagship PixArt PAW3955XM. It promises precise movement in competitive games, but the company didn't confirm the polling rate yet.

The Humble Bundle Choice selection has been updated, and for May 2026, there are hits like Diablo IV and Crysis 3 Remastered. With retail prices considered, the value of the collection stands at $247.92, but they can all be scored for just $14.99.

Macho Nacho Productions’ Tito spotlights the “Kawaii,” a keychain-sized, heavily trimmed Nintendo Wii built by YveltalGriffin and WeskMods that plays full GameCube titles on original hardware, not emulation, inside a CNC-machined aluminum shell that doubles as a heatsink. The project relies on an undervolted Omega-trim motherboard with Thundervolt hardware and a magnetic pogo-pin connector, with an optional dock for full-size controller ports and AV output, though heat buildup can trigger shutdowns without added cooling.

A leak has revealed details of a new Xiaomi smartphone featuring a large 7-inch display. No exact device name has been mentioned yet, though it could be the Redmi K100 Pro Max. The leak outlines a few specifications and a potential launch window.

8BitMods has showcased its BitLink DC Kit, an aftermarket upgrade that converts a Sega Dreamcast controller into a motion-control racing wheel, adding 2.4 GHz wireless play, rumble, RGB lighting, VMU virtual support, and USB-C charging.

Capcom Division 1 says the backlash to Nvidia’s DLSS 5 tech demo version of Resident Evil: Requiem newcomer Grace Ashcroft, criticized for noticeably altered facial features, validated the studio’s original character design. Director Koshi Nakanishi and producer Masato Kumazawa told Eurogamer that fans’ preference for Grace’s in-game look reassured them she had quickly connected with players and become a fan favorite.

Apple has settled a class-action lawsuit for $250 million over the delayed rollout of Siri’s Apple Intelligence features. U.S. owners of iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 Pro models purchased between June 2024 and March 2025 may be eligible for a payout of up to $95. Here is everything you need to know.

Nothing doesn't plan to announce a follow-up to the 2024 Ear (Open) yet. However, a cryptic post by the manufacturer hints at a new color for the pair of open-ear earbuds.

The flagship OnePlus Pad 4 is now available for purchase in India. It features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a 13.2-inch display, and a starting price of Rs. 59,999 (~$631).

Casio has officially released its new G-Shock Black and Electro Green watches in the US. Now available at the brand’s online store, four of the five products were previously only available via third-party retailers in this region.

Xbox Copilot to be "winded down" on mobile and stop entirely on Xbox consoles. The move is framed as part of a broader “gamers first” shift at Xbox under CEO Asha Sharma at a time when competitiveness against Sony PlayStation remains uncertain.

Garmin has announced the launch of the JL Audio Primacy home audio system. Available via specialist dealers worldwide, the premium range includes three products: a tower speaker, a compact speaker and a stereo system controller.

Age of Wonders 4 is a game in which your goal is to build your empire in a world where magic is everywhere. You’ll need to create your own subjects and develop your empire to overcome all your opponents. But you'll also have to fight turn-based battles and use diplomacy to win.

With I'm Back Roll, analog cameras such as the Leica M6, the Canon AE-1 or the Nikon F4 can be transformed into digital cameras. Shortly before the Kickstarter campaign ends, I'm Back Roll fixes one of its biggest weaknesses with an optional accessory product.

Ruko is expanding its 8K drone line-up with the F11PRO 2 Plus, which claims some impressive video specs and features, despite its low price. The new video drone packs three-axis gimbal stabilisation, 8K photos and 4K 30 FPS video from the 48 MP 1/2-inch sensor, and up to 6 km of range with live video.

With the reMarkable Paper Pure, the manufacturer will soon be launching a more affordable e-ink tablet with stylus. The e-note is now listed in advance by a retailer, who reveals the most important details about the Paper Pure.

The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is now available to purchase in the US. The tablet brings a compact 8.8-inch form factor with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a 165Hz display, and a 9,000mAh battery in a 360g body.

A new development board comes with a display and various sensors, and it can even be controlled using touch input. The model is based on a Raspberry Pi chip and also supports external sensors and actuators. It can be used without being connected to a power outlet.

Seeed Studio offers an interesting kit for communication that is completely independent of cellular networks, which could help maintain a basic level of communication in remote areas or during natural disasters. It can also bridge relatively long distances.

The Hiwill-Audio N512 is a new surround sound system available at a very low price. Installation should be particularly simple, since no cables need to be routed across the living room. Peak output is listed at 400 watts.

Bose will launch its new Lifestyle Collection on May 15, headlined by the $299 Lifestyle Ultra Speaker (or $399 limited Driftwood Sand edition), the $1,099 Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar, and the $899 Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer, with preorders open now and shipping beginning at launch.

The Samsung Galaxy Ring was unveiled in July 2024, but a successor is not expected to launch until 2027. Rumors suggest that Samsung's next-generation smart ring will be significantly improved in three areas.

Dell is now selling a new lightweight laptop with a range of 14-inch display options. Also configurable with multiple Intel Panther Lake processors, the Dell Pro 7 Series 14 comes with up to a 70 Wh battery and 64 GB of ultra-fast LPDDR5X RAM too.

ShinyHunters claimed it had accessed Nvidia’s GeForce Now systems and obtained a “full database leak” containing user account and personal information. Nvidia says its investigation found no impact on Nvidia-operated services, stating the incident is confined to databases run by its Armenia-based third-party partner GFN.am, which has begun notifying affected users, and reports indicate passwords were not leaked.

Dell is now selling a new 13-inch laptop globally. The thinnest Dell Pro laptop ever released, the Pro 7 Series 13 (P713260) combines up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM with Intel Panther Lake processors and a 55.8 Wh battery. Dell is only offering 60 Hz IPS panels for its new 13-inch laptop, though.

Valve's Steam Controller sold out in 35 minutes, crashing servers and feeding a scalper frenzy with eBay listings hitting $300. Valve has since acknowledged the shortage on X, and also promised a restock update soon.

The Acer Aspire 14 AI Windows laptop is now on sale on eBay for less than $550. The laptop packs an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V CPU, 16 GB of RAM, 1 TB of storage, and a touch-sensitive display. Overall, It can be argued that the Acer Aspire 14 AI offers better value than the MacBook Neo at a lower price.

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII has now surfaced on a popular benchmarking website. Featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, the new Xperia flagship is once again saddled with 12 GB of RAM unlike many of its peers.

As one of the few laptops to come standard with tandem OLED, the Pro 9i 16 Aura Edition makes a strong case against mini-LED when it comes to maximizing brightness and improving HDR support.

Windows 11 KB5083769 is blocking the psmounterex.sys driver used by Macrium Reflect and Acronis, causing backup failures and VSS timeouts on 24H2 and 25H2.

GTA 6 could raise the price level of new triple-A games, but still not be quite as expensive as some customers had feared. An analyst from Bank of America has now commented specifically on the price of the game. Meanwhile, the CEO of Take-Two speaks of "terrifying" expectations.

Apple is rumoured to be a few months away from lifting the lid on its first foldable iPhone. Regardless, a prominent YouTuber has shared fresh insights into the state of the iPhone Ultra and how it could look when it arrives in September.

With a new exploit, Sony’s console can become a capable gaming PC. Using the PS5 on Linux hack, Digital Foundry evaluated the performance of several PlayStation games. The ports exhibited similar frame rates, but memory limitations led to stuttering in Pragmata.

Astronomers observed a trans-Neptunian object during its passage in front of a star, and it appears that this celestial object has an atmosphere. But if this discovery is confirmed, many questions remain unanswered.

Dell has released a new 16-inch laptop featuring Intel Panther Lake processors and up to a 70 Wh battery. Available globally, the Dell Pro 5 Series 16 can also be configured with up to 64 GB of LPCAMM2 RAM and PCIe Gen 5 storage. OLED display options are missing altogether, though.

Dell has started selling a new 14-inch laptop globally featuring user-upgradeable LPCAMM2 RAM. Also offered with a choice of Intel Panther Lake processors, the Dell Pro 5 Series 14 (P514260) can be configured with OLED or 120 Hz VRR displays and up to a 70 Wh battery.

Vivo has announced that a new camera-heavy update is headed the way of two new Vivo X series smartphones. Available on the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Vivo X300s, the new update aims to improve the camera experience in multiple areas, including adding Log video support to the Vivo X300 Ultra.

The Oppo Pad Mini was launched in China in April 2026, and it has yet to be launched in the global market. However, for those interested in this compact flagship tablet, it's now available to import from Giztop with a starting price of $699.

A massive leak on Amazon UK and Germany has revealed the Sony Xperia 1 VIII ahead of schedule. The listings detail a June 26 release date, new colors, 6.5-inch 120Hz OLED display, a new telephoto lens, and a launch bundle. With prices starting at £1,728, Sony's next flagship faces scrutiny over a significant price hike compared to the Xperia 1 VII.

The TCL C8L SQD-Mini LED TV is now available at some European retailers. Launched earlier this year, this model sits above the C7L and is known as the QM8L in North America. Features include up to 6,000 nits brightness, an up to 288Hz refresh rate with VRR and Google TV.