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An unlucky Switch 2 user has come home to their left Joy-Con 2 controller acting up. It doesn’t seem to show as connected (physically) to the handheld and the joystick is stuck on the down input.

Vivo has provided the clearest details yet of the dimensions and weight of its new foldable. Almost as thin as the Honor Magic V3 and Oppo Find N5, the Vivo X Fold5 will be lighter than both and the X Fold3 by extension.

Keychron has officially announced twin affordable mechanical gaming keyboards, offering 8 kHz polling, Snap Tap, and a choice between a charming retro aesthetic and an RGB-laden gamer-fest. Both keyboards also support QMK and Keychron Launcher for extensive customisation.

It seems that DJI is subjecting its next Mini-branded drone to a new round of testing before its rumoured release this September. Currently thought of a the DJI Mini 5 Pro, the drone will surpass the Mini 4 Pro in a few areas, not least in terms of battery life.

Andy Jassy became the CEO of Amazon in 2021 but joined the company in 1997 as an Assistant Product Manager. He is now overseeing an AI revolution at the company and has advised employees to be prepared for layoffs as generative AI integrations become more widespread.

Leica continues to offer several analog rangefinder cameras, ranging from the fully mechanical Leica M-A to the relatively modern Leica M-P. In this context, Leica has just introduced a matching black-and-white film, which, thanks to its low light sensitivity, is designed to enable a shallow depth of field in daylight.

A new action roguelite, Soulstone Survivors, has launched on Steam with 21K+ "Very Positive" reviews. The top-down RPG features deep builds, fast-paced combat, and no microtransactions - now available with a 35% launch discount.

Ubisoft's popular tactical shooter has transitioned to a free-to-play model. Sadly, collecting Rainbow Six Siege operators now requires more effort. Rainbow Six Siege X also offers the priciest premium skin yet in the history of the series.

A report from a Korean publication states that Samsung will launch its Project Moohan XR headset in late September. The headset is then expected to go on sale in Korea the following month, and then come to the US.

After the struggling company cut thousands of jobs last year, the next wave of redundancies at Intel is now imminent. An email to the workforce mentions that 15 to 20% of the workforce will be axed.

Bluetti has unveiled a new portable power station, the Elite 100 V2. Designed to be used for camping and short power outages, the Elite 100 V2 offers a 1,024 Wh capacity that delivers a peak output of 2,700 W. The portable gadget offers a plethora of outlets and supports Bluetti’s TurboBoost fast charging and solar charging as well. It’s now available for preview via Bluetti’s official website.

Nintendo has banned multiple Switch 2 gamers from all online services for using a MIG Switch flash cart. The MIG Switch, which allows users to play backed-up copies of Switch games, has been at the heart of controversy since its introduction in early 2024, as it is a tool that has been used for pirating Nintendo Switch games.

This week, Xbox Game Pass adds three new titles to its lineup. One of them is launching directly on the service and has already turned heads during its beta, drawing nearly 160,000 concurrent players in a surprise success.

The Geekom IT15 is now available to purchase. Both the mini PC configurations are currently enjoying $150 and $200 launch discounts, respectively. With this promotion in place, the base model can be purchased for $749.

Additional confirmation that Tesla will indeed launch a comfortable six-seat Model Y configuration has appeared. Unlike previous rumors, Tesla is now said to launch the Model Y six-seater outside of China as well.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has received a 20% discount on Steam. That isn't much, but the game has been out for only four months, so discounts will be rare.

With Microsoft allowing multiple storefronts, a known leaker has warned gamers about the possibility of a console that costs over $1,000. Of course, it is complete speculation at this point but there is some reasoning behind it as well.

Anbernic has confirmed that the RG Slide will be available before summer rolls around. Not only has the company committed to a release later this week, but it has also confirmed how much its PSP Go and Xperia Play lookalike will cost, as well as the scope of its launch discount.

The Shadow Warrior bundle is 75% off on Steam right now, featuring four classic FPS titles with over-the-top action, unfiltered attitude, and bad one-liners. If you haven't played them yet, this is the perfect time to step into the shoes of Lo Wang.

The Pocket S2 and Pocket S2 Pro are the first handhelds to be released with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chipset. With 20 W of power available to it, the chipset works in tandem with a 1440p and 600-nit 6.3-inch display to create what Ayaneo describes as a 'high-end flagship Android handheld'.

The custom camera module was controlled via a custom iPad app, with Wired reporting that the camera's specifications, such as the 48 MP image sensor, were similar to those of the iPhone 15 Pro.

Xiaomi has announced that it will release the new Soundbar Pro 2.1 ch in countries worldwide. This award-winning 2.1-channel sound system includes a soundbar and an external wireless subwoofer for up to 300W power. It supports Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X and comes with six preset modes for various types of content.

The popular PS2 emulator for Android NetherSX2 has received a major update. Dubbed version 2.0, it introduces performance and compatibility improvements. There's a revamped on-screen control scheme as well.

Apart from the processor, RAM and dGPU that already offer great value for the discounted price, the laptop also comes with a sub-par 144 Hz 16-inch IPS display that is relatively dim with lower color gamut. Additionally, while there is no USB4 connector, port selection is decent and the 83 Wh battery is big enough.

Xiaomi has revealed more details about its forthcoming 'luxury performance tablet'. Launching later this month, the Redmi K Pad will combine hardware like a 165 Hz and 3K display with a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset while maintaining an alleged 50:50 weight distribution.

The Philips Hue AI Assistant will be available for more customers in the coming weeks. Signify recently announced plans to bring this app-based feature to a fourth country in July, with a global rollout shortly after. Plus, the company has announced more upcoming AI features that will launch in 2025.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has been pitted against the Apple iPhone 16 Plus in departments like display, camera quality, audio, and more. In terms of camera performance, for example, both phones are much closer than some people might think, with a similar dual-camera setup on the back.

The next-generation HW5 FSD computer chip that Tesla will start installing in its vehicles under the name AI5 will be made in two foundries. It will be several times faster than what Tesla uses now.

A reliable leaker has provided fresh details about Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch smartwatch releases. All launching this summer, the Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic and Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) should cover four sizes from 40 mm to 47 mm with plenty of colours to choose from too.

The Garmin Index Sleep Monitor is now available globally. This wearable is designed to be worn at night, tracking various health metrics. These are used to generate a sleep score, as well as for Body Battery Energy Monitoring. Plus, the collected data is viewable in an accompanying app or on a compatible smartwatch.

Honor is preparing to announce the MagicPad 3 as its new flagship tablet. Expected to launch in July, a leak has revealed the tablet will have a larger screen and bigger battery than its predecessor.

The Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro is set to launch later this month, and a recent Geekbench leak confirms it's packing Xiaomi's powerful new Xring O1 chip. The listing also confirms a set of key specs for the upcoming tablet.

The Fairphone 6 is set to be officially unveiled in just a few days. The most extensive leak to date has now revealed all available colour options, battery replacement details, and several other upgrades to the mid-range phone designed with sustainability and reparability at its core.

It turns out that Xiaomi is planning to beat the Nothing Phone (3) with the Poco F7 on price as well as an earlier launch date. While the pair will share the same high-end Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, the Poco F7 will combine its record-breaking battery capacity with a launch price that could also see it costing less than its predecessor with 12 GB of RAM.

An X leaker has revealed the Exynos 2600 will launch with an 8-core CPU with 2 Cortex-X and six Cortex-A cores. The layout differs from the Exynos 2500's 10-core configuration and is similar to that of the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Update: Even higher numbers than before tipped.

Nvidia has yet another RTX 5090 variant lined up for the Chinese market. The RTX 5090DD will use a slightly different GB 202 GPU and cut down on VRAM.

Nearly 3,000 Nintendo Switch 2 consoles worth over $1 million were stolen from a semi-truck in Colorado. Authorities are investigating the theft and warn the devices can be remotely disabled.

OnePlus is reportedly working on a compact gaming pad, which could possibly rival the newly released Lenovo Legion Y700 and RedMagic Gaming Tablet 3 Pro. A new leak has now shared some initial details about the device's display.

Following its launch in March, Garmin Connect Plus received heavy criticism from users who, after purchasing an expensive smartwatch, were forced to pay a monthly subscription fee in order to access all its features. Samsung is now planning a similar subscription model, as the company recently confirmed in an interview.

We recently reviewed the Razr 60, Motorola's relatively affordable flip phone. It offers a lot for its price, but how does it fare against stiff competition? We summarize our review findings here.

FBC: Firebreak from Remedy Entertainment launched yesterday, June 17. This is a co-op FPS set in the world of Control that is priced at $39.99 but is available to play for free as long as one has an Xbox Game Pass or PlayStation Plus subscription.

Honor just officially announced the release date of the successor to the Magic V3 with an initial teaser poster. As previous reports suggest, the company has opted to name the device Honor Magic V5, entirely skipping the “Magic V4” moniker. Battery performance is likely going to be one of the highlights of this upcoming rival to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.

Grand Theft Auto IV is on sale on Steam for just $5.99. This 70% discount makes this a perfect opportunity to play one of the best open-world games of all time. GTA IV combines memorable characters with an incredible story, fun gameplay, and a rich open-world Liberty City.

Nothing Phone (3) will reportedly launch in Europe on July 15, with pricing set at €799 and €899 for the 256 GB and 512 GB variants respectively. Pre-orders are expected to begin July 1.

Sony is preparing its new generation of consoles, and new information has just been revealed about the PS6.

Urban Arrow has announced a new premium high-end family-focused e-bike, the FamilyNext Pro, in North America. Urban Arrow’s new e-bike features a large 545 Wh battery and a Bosch Cargo Line Smart System motor with 85 Nm torque and Class 1 pedal assist up to 20 mph (32 kph). Plus, it can handle payloads of up to 550 lb (250 kg).

The Nothing Phone (3) is now confirmed to feature the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. In response to users asking why the company didn't go for 8 Gen 3, a company official shared that software support is one of the reasons.

Meta has provided additional details on the Aria Gen 2 wearable device. The AR glasses with multiple cameras, microphone, speakers, and multiple health and positioning sensors aid researchers in developing AI and AR technologies.

Mistral AI has launched Magistral, a reasoning AI model that takes more time to think of answers to complex prompts while offering businesses traceability for compliance in finance, law, and medicine. Magistral provides businesses with an alternative to leading US and Chinese AI models.

Aura Displays' new mechanical keyboard offers usual features like RGB lighting and interchangeable keycaps, but also unusual yet practical features. Specifically, it sports a 13-inch touchscreen and an M.2 slot for SSD storage expansion.