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TSMC may have to drastically increase its investment in the US if it wants to avoid the crushing tariff on semiconductors made in Taiwan that the US is readying to impose. Buying Intel, however, is a subject of separate negotiations that TSMC may not be involved in.

Microsoft’s 50th anniversary celebrations continue with the launch of USD 80 Windows XP-themed Crocs, available initially to employees. The release follows a year marked by significant restructuring, including over 15,000 job cuts across various divisions.

DJI has just released the Osmo 360 to rival the Insta360 X5. Arriving before the GoPro Max 2 even gets out the door, the DJI Osmo 360 has already received new firmware and app updates that improve the new 360-degree camera in various aspects.

Xiaomi has released a new update for the Poco F7 following its official launch earlier this summer. Aimed at enhancing the device's camera capabilities in various areas, the new update is also said to improve thermal management to minimise thermal throttling under load.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge, which is said to replace the Galaxy S26 Plus in the upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup, is expected to bring a bigger battery in a chassis that is even thinner than the Galaxy S25 Edge. Leaker UniverseIce has now revealed the exact battery capacity and thickness of the phone.

Google has released its August set of updates for Pixel devices from the Pixel 6 to the Pixel 9 series. Also available on every device in between, this month's updates aim to resolve certain bugs that have been plaguing some Pixel devices in recent weeks.

A new fast-paced, Smash Bros.-inspired platform fighter with a retro design, A Few Quick Matches, is now live on Steam with chaotic multiplayer action, interesting combat mechanics, and fluid animations.

After Cara Cadaver's game was banned in the sweeping censorship tide hitting digital storefronts, the solo developer has now re-released the game as a free shareware title under the Creative Commons license.

Asus' latest mini tower features a laptop processor that can be combined with a desktop graphics card if needed. The use of a laptop processor reportedly enables lower power consumption and a quieter cooling system.

Xbox Game Pass subscribers have plenty to look forward to this week – six new titles are joining the service, featuring one AAA release and one critically acclaimed indie game.

Nice to look at, but a nightmare when it comes to repairing or replacing something. Even removing the batteries in Samsung's latest foldable is unnecessarily difficult. And this comes after the South Koreans had already demonstrated how it can be done better via the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The result is a very low score for the repairability of the Galaxy Z Fold7.

Barnes & Noble has confirmed that new Nook e-readers will launch in 2026. While specific details remain scarce, industry trends and hints from the interview suggest potential upgrades such as color E Ink displays, audiobook and note taking support. With the current Nook lineup showing its age—most notably running, on outdated software—the upcoming release could mark a significant shift for B&N. However, questions remain about the company’s ability to deliver more advanced, software-driven devices.

After the intense debate surrounding the class system, fans probably did not expect another controversial feature to return in Battlefield 6. However, early gameplay footage indicates otherwise: the sweetspot mechanic seems to be making a comeback, dividing opinions among players.

Xiaomi’s Magnetic Stand Power Bank 10000 7.5W has been unveiled in China. Thanks to an integrated cable, a USB-C port and a wireless charging pad, it can be used to charge three devices simultaneously. Despite its name, the model is said to support an up to 15W wireless output.

Several users have reported that the charging port on their Sonos Roam Bluetooth speaker overheats and melts under certain conditions, posing a potential fire hazard. Sonos has already acknowledged the issue and announced it will release software updates to reduce the risk.

Zepp Health, the company behind the Amazfit wearables brand, has confirmed that it will release more products in 2025. It has already launched five new smartwatches this year, as well as the Helio Strap. Rumors indicate that there could be two new products in the Balance series, while some fans are hoping for a new T-Rex watch.

YouTuber Daniel Owen just benchmarked the RTX 5050 against the RTX 3060 12 GB across more than 50 games, testing everything from native 1440p to DLSS at 1080p. If you’re wondering how these two budget GPUs stack up in 2025, the video dives deep into exactly that.

The Casio MTP-M110D-1AV, MTP-M110D-3AV, and MTP-M110D-7AV watches have been listed on the brand’s international website. These are analog timepieces with a stainless steel casing and strap, each featuring a different colored watch face. With a classic design, these watches also have a pictorial moon phase dial.

Steam has a number of offers for these players during certain periods, and this is currently the case with The Elder Scrolls Online, which is available for free for six days. So don't hesitate to grab it and immerse yourself in a vast and mysterious universe.

If you have always wanted the Retroid Pocket Classic in a timeless but classy black color, your dream has come true. The six-button version of the vertical handheld is now available to buy in black.

Seiko has officially announced two Pepsi-themed limited edition timepieces - the SRPL99 and SSK047, launching next month. Each model has its own unique design elements: one retro-inspired and the other featuring a GMT function.

Stormgate, the new free-to-play RTS from Frost Giant Studios, has made its debut on Steam. It's developed by ex-Blizzard talent, and brings back classic strategy mechanics while modernizing controls and accessibility for today’s audience.

Need for Speed Unbound is currently on sale on Steam. This 2022 arcade-style AAA racing game generally goes for $69.99, but thanks to this deal, it's down to $4.89, which also happens to be the historical-low price for the title.

Cyberpunk 2077 just got FSR 4 support and a new video from YouTuber RandomGaminginHD breaks down what it takes to get AMD’s latest upscaling tech running in Night City. Once enabled, though, FSR 4 delivers sharper visuals and better frame rates, just don’t expect miracles without tradeoffs.

EcoFlow has launched a new Stream Ultra X balcony power system in Germany. The company’s new system comes with a 3.84 kWh storage capacity with room for expansion up to 23 kWh, a compact design, IP65 ingress protection, app-based controls, and a 1,200 W AC output. The Stream Ultra X is now available for purchase via EcoFlow’s official website.

Hori has released the Street Fighter 6 edition of its Nolva all-button arcade controller for PlayStation and PCs, featuring ten fighter-themed designs. The joystick-free unit offers customizable buttons, PS-exclusive touch controls, and a headphone jack.

Another wave of free games has been spotted on Steam by X user @SteamGamesPC. While not all of these newly released freebies have player ratings yet, a handful of them have been received well by those who tried them.

I-O Data has launched the SSPJ-UTC, an ultra-compact USB-C flash drive designed to remain connected to smartphones, tablets, and laptops with minimal risk of breaking off. The drive is available in capacities up to 512 GB and offers fast transfer speeds.

Elon Musk promised that the upcoming Tesla Roadster 2 hypercar will be able to 'fly' in some way to achieve its 0-60 mph acceleration in under one second, and a demo is scheduled for later in 2025. Tesla, it turns out, may use an old Formula 1 technology to make it happen.

The approach, though time-consuming, does go to show that the development team went above and beyond to fix what is arguably a large source of frustration for players in FC titles across the years.

GameSir has announced an Iron Man edition of its wireless controller, the Morning Star 2 a.k.a. Nova 2 Lite. There will also be three other special editions, two of which are tied to Chinese video games.

The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope has captured a detailed image of the Tarantula Nebula, revealing intricate structures within the stellar nursery’s dusty clouds. The image has been chosen as the Hubble Picture of the Week.

The latest beta version of iOS 26 contains specific details about the screen size of the Apple Watch Ultra 3. Accordingly, Apple's next-generation flagship smartwatch will get a larger display with a slightly higher resolution, which suggests that Apple will adjust the design at least a little.

The RPG title, while still in Early Access, has been garnering solid reviews, a loyal player base, and commitments towards regular updates in addition to a large discount for early adopters on Steam.

The August Humble Choice assortment of eight Steam games includes the critically acclaimed Persona 5 Royal. Buyers can ghost hunt in Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, or take a breather on farms with My Time at Sandrock. The offer is an alternative to Humble Bundle deals, asking for a $14.99 subscription.

The CEO of Epic Games, Tim Sweeney, called out an article published on the Wall Street Journal earlier this week that stated that what was arguably Fortnite's largest collaboration to date had been moved to 2026 due to slow decision-making at Disney.

The criticism from the developer comes at a time when plenty of users are keen to experience the title, which has yet to come to consoles, leading many to turn to what might be an overmonetized alternative.

The A1 Optical is Anoma's latest update to the A1 watch (from June 2024) with a rounded triangular case and engraved dial. The design is inspired by modernist art, and centers around high-end craftsmanship. It's priced at £2,200 (~$2,925).

For less than the price of The Alters alone, you can get a bundle with The Alters and This War of Mine. Both games are critically acclaimed, and both offer a unique perspective on typical game genres — namely sci-fi and war games.

NASA's Lunar Trailblazer, which was set to map the Moon's water in unprecedented detail, ended without accomplishing its aim. After the mission operators lost contact with Lunar Trailblazer, the spacecraft wandered too far away to be recovered.

For the first time in six years, OpenAI has released two new models with open weights that can be downloaded, for free, and run locally on your PC or laptop. The last model the company open-sourced was GPT-2 in 2019.

For users who want to enjoy movies, football or other events on a large screen outdoors, a particularly bright projector is required. The Anker Nebula X1 is an impressive 4K laser projector that is also suitable for this specific use case, albeit under certain conditions.

A massive battery and numerous features: The Armor 29 Ultra is a new smartphone that also offers very long battery life, a secondary display and a night vision camera. Other features include an SoC with 5G connectivity.

Modos Paper Monitor is an open-hardware e-paper monitor with a fast 75 Hz refresh rate, low latency and an open-source FPGA controller for all kinds of customizatons. HDMI and USB-C ports allow for easy plug & play support on Linux, macOS and Windows.

Speedrunners are now a target of Nintendo’s legal muscle. The next RTA in Japan speedrunning event will not livestream Nintendo games, despite charitable intentions. The company told organizers that it needs permission to showcase each title.

The Xiaomi Power Bank 20000 (Integrated Cable) has been released in Spain, following its arrival in the UK a few weeks ago. This portable accessory enables users to charge three devices via the cable and two USB ports. It is cheaper than an older 20,000mAh power bank from the brand, and a wider European rollout is expected in the near future.

The Satechi OntheGo USB-C Lanyard Cable has been released globally. This new accessory has two functions. Firstly, it can be used as a USB-C to USB-C cable to charge a device or transfer files. Secondly, it can act as a lanyard to secure your phone to your person via the adjustable length cable.

Keychron has updated its most affordable M6 wireless ergonomic mouse with some choice new hardware that solve almost all of the common complaints about the design. The 1 kHz version of the M6 now features the same metal scroll wheel with Hall-effect sensors and silent micro switches as the M6 8K, and it carries a lower $40 price tag.

Some Samsung TVs are getting a new global update, bringing a smart version of the Bixby voice assistant. Currently rolling out to many of the brand’s 2025 models, it is said to be more natural and intuitive to use. Powered by generative AI, it also comes with a range of new functions.

Xiaomi’s 33W Magnetic Power Bank 10000mAh (Integrated Cable) appears to be rolling out more widely in Europe. Released in the UK in July 2025, this product is now also available in countries like Spain. The accessory offers three outputs, including a wireless charging pad, with a trickle charging mode and battery level indicators.