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For the first time in Game Awards history, a previously nominated title has been withdrawn – not due to controversy, but at the request of its own developer.

The Vivo X Fold 6, the company's next-generation foldable smartphone, has surfaced in an early leak. It is tipped to feature Qualcomm's latest sub-flagship processor and a 200MP camera, along with details about its expected release timeline.

The P-Phone is a new, fairly compact smartphone with rather modest specifications. Powered by a special software solution, it is designed to be a dedicated backup phone in case your primary smartphone gets lost or damaged.

Minisforum has now released a compact new mini-PC after previewing the device earlier this week. Spanning 130 x 126 x 47.2 mm without compromising on USB4 or OCuLink eGPU expandability, the Minisforum X1 Lite contains a modern AMD Ryzen APU too, with a relatively affordable starting price as well.

The Typeframe PX-88 is a new project built around the popular Raspberry Pi Model 4B single-board computer (SBC). Also packing a 7.9-inch flip-up display and a 65% MX Cherry keyboard, the Typeframe PX-88 attempts to create a minimalist typing experience without compromising on the versatility that a modern desktop OS provides.

AMD's next-gen Ryzen AI 400 laptop CPUs are slated to launch next year. One of them, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, has been spotted online with specs similar to those of its Strix Point counterpart.

The Ziron Tactical Power Bank is now crowdfunding on Kickstarter. Users can quickly swap the battery powering this accessory, allowing them to expand its capacity. It supports an up to 30W output via USB-C, and has a lightweight, metal casing said to offer IPX6 waterproofing.

Noteworthy peripheral manufacturer Jsaux appears set to bring e-ink and/or pixel screen front panel(s) to Steam Machine, like a not-for-sale screen panel previously seen at Valve.

The fourth generation of the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M watch has been launched in various countries worldwide. Available in seven colorways with rubber or metal straps, this latest version of the timepiece is slimmer than its predecessor. There is also a new case structure, though two features have been removed.

Qualcomm has revealed a wealth of information about the Adreno X2 GPU powering its Snapdragon X2 Elite line of chips. It trades blows with Lunar Lake and Strix Point in many games, and even beats them in some instances.

Tesla had its worst monthly sales number in China in nearly three years, despite the launch of the exclusive six-seat Model Y L. A newcomer for the EV industry has managed to top the Model Y sales there in just two years.

Early details about Xiaomi's next Redmi K90 smartphone have emerged online ahead of the device's launch next year. Reportedly set to combine a circa 8,000 mAh battery and a 165 Hz display, the Xiaomi Redmi K90 Ultra could be one of the first devices to ship with MediaTek's unannounced Dimensity 9500 Plus chipset too.

The Teclast P33 is a new tablet from the company that comes with a 10.1-inch display, a relatively large battery, and a stereo sound setup. It's currently available on AliExpress for around $84.

The Samsung Smart Keyboard is a new TKL wireless keyboard that supports Bluetooth 5.4 and three-way multi-device connectivity. Weighing in at 55% less than the Logitech MX Keys Mini, Samsung's latest compact Bluetooth keyboard also runs off a replaceable coin cell battery rather than Logitech's Li-Po equivalent.

Honor has introduced a new affordable smartwatch, the Watch X5. It's set to launch alongside the Honor 500 series in China with a large battery, navigation features, and a narrow-bezel display.

The Doogee Anywise W1 Pro is a new smartwatch that appears to take design cues from another wearable. It offers a broad range of features, including offline functionality and an AMOLED touchscreen.

Some people learn the hard way—say, reporting from a trade show—that even in 2025, transferring files between an Android phone and a Mac still doesn’t work ad hoc. After trying several tools, I finally found one that solved my problems.

Casio has released a third Vintage AQ240 watch in the US, the AQ240EG-9A. This is an all gold version of the hybrid watch, with a gold tone dial, casing and strap. Plus, the integrated display, which can show the time in a second time zone, also has a golden hue to tie in with the design.

More details about the Samsung Galaxy A57 have surfaced online following prior evidence that it will be using an Exynos 1680 chipset with an Xclipse 550 iGPU. Now, it seems that Samsung's upcoming Galaxy A56 refresh will beat the flagship Galaxy S26 when it comes to charging speeds, despite being a mid-range smartphone.

Astronomers have just discovered a companion around this red giant, but its behavior could disrupt its development in the future. Thus, further studies must be conducted to better understand it.

TSMC is reportedly collecting evidence against a former Senior Vice President to see if company secrets related to the TSMC A14 and A16 2 nm process nodes were stolen. The employess under alleged investigation is Wei-Jen Lo and he is currently working for Intel.

A new limited edition Grand Seiko watch, the Spring Drive U.F.A. SLGB005, is now available in various countries worldwide. This Evolution 9 collection timepiece has a textured violet dial and Ever Brilliant Stainless Steel Casing. It also carries the U.F.A. (Ultra Fine Accuracy) designation, powered by a 9RB2 caliber.

The Casio G-Shock x Beautiful People collab watch, the GM-S2110BP-5A, has been unveiled. Set for launch in Japan in the coming weeks, and also tipped for a global release, the model has a striking gold, silver and brown design. Features include a metal dial and bezel, and a leather-look strap.

PlayStation has detailed its Black Friday deals for 2025. Not only will the deals be live a week before Black Friday, but buyers will be able to save on consoles, accessories, merchandise, and PlayStation Plus subscriptions.

Aqara has introduced the Radiator Thermostat W600, a €49.99 smart heating add-on designed for broad valve compatibility. It supports app control, automation features and works with major smart home ecosystems through Thread and Zigbee.

The stable HyperOS 3 rollout for the global devices has been progressing smoothly, and now, it seems Xiaomi is slowly shifting its focus to the last batch of compatible devices. It has begun testing the Android 16 firmware for the Poco F5, F5 Pro, and Xiaomi 12T Pro.

Qualcomm will unveil the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 later in November. It is expected to debut alongside devices from OnePlus and Vivo.

The Premium, Deluxe, and Complete editions each offer the standard game with all the bells and whistles one could want, in some cases, along with increased point rewards and the ability to gift games.

NASA’s Perseverance rover found an unusually shaped rock called “Phippsaksla” on top of a bedrock outcrop on the outskirts of the Jezero crater. The exotic rock is suspected to be an iron-nickel meteorite. If it is actually an iron-nickel meteorite, it will be Perseverance’s first such discovery.

Dell now lets users configure its flagship Alienware Area-51 desktop with Ryzen 9000 X3D CPUs. Previously, it was limited to just Intel Arrow Lake SKUs.

Honor’s Magic 8 series is the company’s latest flagship lineup, with rumors suggesting a compact model may be in development. A new leak suggests the Magic 8 Mini could combine a compact form factor with a thin design.

Former Rare developer Chris Sutherland told Retro Gamer that years of lunchtime four‑player GoldenEye 007 deathmatches directly shaped Banjo‑Tooie's design, inspiring the game's split‑character mechanic, first‑person sections, and shooting‑based multiplayer mini‑games as a deliberate evolution championed by director Gregg Mayles.

Cloudflare service issues are not the only reason for the problematic The Game Awards 2025 website. Facing crashes and pages that refuse to load, gamers are struggling to vote for their favorite titles. Game of the Year is one of 29 categories, making voting a maddening experience.

Capcom revealed in a Press Start Australia interview that it abandoned a six-year multiplayer Resident Evil prototype, which was developed initially before Resident Evil 8: Village, because it was “fun to play,” making it diverge from the series’ survival-horror roots, and reworked it into the upcoming single-player Resident Evil Requiem.

8BitDo has refreshed its popular budget-friendly Ultimate 2C wireless controller with a new colorway. Now available for preorder, the latest variant sports a distinctive black finish with a transparent faceplate and green accents.

The Dubai Police, in collaboration with Luke & Mike Bell, have broken the world record for the fastest ground speed by a battery-powered, remote-controlled quadcopter, achieving a top speed of 580 km/h (360.4 mph).

Asus has unveiled a special edition of the ROG Falchion Ace HFX gaming keyboard to celebrate CS2 champion ZywOo. The new version adds bold yellow and magenta accents while retaining the interesting features of the original, including 8K polling rate, pre-lubed Hall effect switches, and a touch bar. Update: The keyboard is now available to order in the US.

The Casio MTPM305LC-1AV watch has been released in the US. It joins two older MTP-M305 series timepieces, each of which features a moon phase dial. This is an analog watch with three indicator dials in total, and 50 m water resistance means it can withstand everyday splashes.

A new report says iPhone 17's N1 networking chip gives it an advantage in network tests over flagship Android phones. Apple's N1 beat out competing chips from Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Broadcom on the latest Android flagships.

Metacritic’s year‑end roundup of 2025 essentially also unveiled the ten worst games of the year, led by Leslie Benzies’ MindsEye (Metascore 37) while also highlighting Nintendo Switch 2’s $10 Welcome Tour (54), dismissed by players as a “glorified brochure” of sparse tech demos.

Planet Centauri can’t seem to catch a break, with a series of unfortunate events. First, a Steam Wishlist bug contributed to a quieter-than-anticipated release date of the game's retail build. More recently, Valve Steam Machine advertising stole attention from a Daily Deals promotion.

With its 60-megapixel full-frame sensor and fast Summilux lens, the Leica Q3 is one of the highest-quality compact cameras on the market. Now, a brand-new version with a monochrome sensor is expected to be unveiled in just a few days time.

Abxylute's Kickstarter campaign for the M4 Snap-On mobile controller can be considered a success seeing as it has received over $100,000 from backers in less than a week. In celebration of the milestone, Abxylute will now offer the controller in an additional color option.

The Lumia 2 is a new and pretty unusual wearable that is not worn on the wrist or finger, but attached to the ear. It’s designed to monitor blood flow and can also track other metrics such as heart rate variability.

Complete hardware specifications for the Poco F8 Ultra have now been shared online before its global release later this month. Equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a 120 Hz AMOLED display, the Xiaomi Poco F8 Ultra is also set to feature triple 50 MP cameras with a 5x optical zoom lens.

DRAM prices have more than doubled since July. This could have drastic consequences for the graphics card market, because affordable mid-range graphics cards are no longer profitable due to the high RAM prices and could even be discontinued according to a new report.

Thanks to the Misery Island - Isles Of New England mod, you will be able to discover a new world in Fallout 4. But be careful, because there are some criteria to take into account.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has faced intense player backlash, sinking to roughly a 1.7/10 Metacritic user score, contrasting with its 83/100 critic Metascore, as after users slammed its weak campaign, a derided giant-Michael Rooker boss fight, technical issues, and the admitted use of generative AI for in-game assets.

Just a few days ago, DJI launched its latest camera drone, the Neo 2, and many are wondering how significant the improvements are and whether it's worth the upgrade. We've put the Neo 2 through its paces and determined the key factors that speak in favor of an upgrade.

Jeff Bezos will become co-CEO of Project Prometheus, a new AI startup with $6.2 billion in funding. Its focus is on AI for engineering and aerospace (Blue Origin). Vik Bajaj (formerly of Google X) will also serve as co-CEO.