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The Huawei Mate XT was launched back in September 2024, and it seems like the company is planning to launch its successor later this year.

Modder Chris Hackmann (LeggoMyFroggo) has built the Time Frog Color, a 38 mm wristwatch that runs Game Boy Color games on original GBC hardware and accepts tiny physical cartridges, with an RP2040 handling display signal translation while preserving basic timekeeping when powered off. The build is an impressive, if impractical proof of concept, hampered by a very small screen, clunky controls, limited battery life, and no audio.

In a new YouTube retrospective, Fallout: New Vegas lead designer Josh Sawyer explains that Obsidian’s iconic “where are they now” ending slides for side quests were selected largely on director-driven instinct rather than narrative importance. He cites the NCR quest “Flags of Our Foul-Ups” as a key example, where a dark player outcome, drugging the Misfits with Psycho, inspired a dedicated slide imagining their descent into war crimes and eventual execution.

In a 2003 interview with Sweden’s Superplay magazine, Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto addressed the growing popularity of Grand Theft Auto by arguing that Nintendo’s role was not to imitate Rockstar’s darker style, but to “produce alternatives.” He emphasized a design philosophy aimed at both children and adults while urging developers to observe moral and ethical boundaries, reflecting an approach Nintendo has largely maintained since.

Govee has launched a smart ceiling light that can display pixel art. At launch, it is available with a $50 discount.

An indie developer is currently giving away a game that should offer plenty of variety with an unusual graphic style, a single-player campaign and a PvP multiplayer mode with leaderboards. However, Typers Combat requires skilled fingers.

If you spend too much time on social networks, you can now get help from an orange cat. The so-called Cat Gatekeeper intervenes when it senses extensive doomscrolling and makes itself comfortable on the screen.

The Steam Controller is in the spotlight, but Valve hasn’t forgotten about the Steam Deck 2. A programmer for the company reassured followers that the gaming handheld exists. A release date before 2028 is unlikely, but its specs may borrow the more comfortable layout of the new controller.

Valve has made its $99 Steam Controller official with an actual release date and early reviews have started coming in. Gamers Nexus has tested various aspects of the controller and found it to be quite impressive.

With a compact body, a QWERTY keyboard and a simplified user interface for fewer distractions, the Clicks Communicator is one of the most unusual smartphones of the year. The manufacturer has now finally confirmed more details about the launch schedule.

Early details of the Vivo X500 series have surfaced online. A tipster has shared details of three devices, including a compact model with a 2nm-based chipset and an improved camera system.

The Odyssey G8 (G80HF) is a new gaming monitor that delivers a 5K resolution across its 27-inch panel. Also boasting up to a 330 Hz refresh rate, Samsung's latest gaming monitor is already available to purchase in some markets, too.

A new report has offered a fresh insight into the state of Vivo's next ultra-premium smartphone release. Launching as the Vivo X Fold6, the foldable is tipped to retain an 'ultra-slim design' while surpassing its predecessor when it comes to battery life.

Android OEMs have been moving back to including flat displays across their smartphone portfolios in recent years. According to respected leakers, Apple is preparing to go full circle by bringing back the quad-curve as the Liquid Glass Display.

Seiko has launched a new Pompompurin 30th Anniversary Collaboration Watch in Japan. Celebrating the Sanrio character, this model features a light yellow watch face with a picture of the retriever, and a silver tone metal casing.

Decathlon has launched a new e-scooter, the Btwin LD900E, in various European countries. This is a mid-range model with ride comfort features like dual suspension, a wider deck and larger wheels.

It is being said that Apple wants to expand its ‘Ultra’ portfolio and will offer the rumored OLED touchscreen MacBook with Ultra branding. Most recent reports have claimed that the device has been pushed to 2027.

For the 36th anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope, NASA has unveiled a new image of the Trifid Nebula, revealing stunning details. And this also allows astronomers to better study this structure.

Valve has been working on the Steam Controller for over 10 years and the innovative gamepad will finally be available from May. Now that Valve has confirmed the price and launch date of the Steam Controller, the company is now commenting on why the gamepad is not being launched at the same time as the Steam Machine.

The Casio MTP-B146 is the latest watch to be added to the brand’s Casio Lab showcase in the US. This suggests that the company could be considering launching this retro, metal model in the country.

Valve has officially confirmed the price and release date of the Stream controller. As foretold by earlier leaks, it launches in early May with a decently affordable price tag.

The Odyssey G8 (G80HS) is a new 32-inch gaming monitor that makes use of Dual Mode technology to run at up to 330 Hz while still operating at 3K. Samsung's new release is also the first 6K gaming monitor, for which it has included a UHBR20-capable DisplayPort 2.1 connection.

Samsung is ready to take on Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses with an Android XR-powered Galaxy Glasses. The smart glasses are reported to have a similar pricing and a 2026 launch.

Elegoo had promised a multicolor printing solution for the original Centauri Carbon when it first came out early last year, but failed to deliver. Now, finally, there is a standalone system that works just like the newer Centauri Carbon 2. Update: Elegoo has updated the shipping timeline.

Citizen has officially launched the Star Wars Duel 2.0 watch in the UK market. Priced at £249, the 42mm Eco-Drive timepiece features a Cloud City duel design and luminous lightsaber accents. It is expectedly slated for a mid-2026 release in other markets, like the US.

Vivo has released a new mid-range smartphone with a mammoth battery capacity. Priced from ~$305 in China, the Vivo Y600 Pro also features a 50 MP rear camera, up to 12 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz display.

Staying offline indefinitely may no longer be an option with more Steam games. A hypervisor bypass developer discovered Denuvo now asks players to authenticate tokens online every 14 days. 2K Games titles like NBA 2K26 and Marvel’s Midnight Suns have the more restrictive DRM.

A new Decathlon electric cargo bike, the Btwin E-Three 900, is on the way. Listed on a website for an upcoming bike festival, this model features a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and geolocation tracking.

The global model of the Xiaomi 17T has now surfaced on Geekbench. The phone is expected to arrive soon with a large battery, a Leica camera system, and a mid-range MediaTek chipset.

Ugreen has listed a new 65W Mini GaN Charger at its Amazon storefront in the US. This new accessory has a similar design to another recently released Nexode Air charger, with details like folding pins to make it easier to transport.

A new Anker charging accessory, referred to as the Nano Magnetic Power Bank, has been spotted. This unreleased gadget, with model number A1115, is Qi2-certified and appears to have a similar design to an older power bank.

Details about the European launch of the Casio W-738H watches appear to have been leaked. Spotted earlier in 2026, the W-738H-1AV and W-738H-3AV each have a square digital display, with features like vibration alerts and a 10-year battery life.

Garmin has recently launched a powerful new high-end smartwatch. We take a closer look at its features to determine who will truly benefit from this device — and for whom the Garmin D2 Mach 2 Pro might be overkill.

Vivo has launched the new Y500s smartphone in China with a large 7,200 mAh battery. The smartphone has a dual-camera setup, an LCD panel, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, and IP68 and IP69 ingress protection. Plus, the company also unveiled the Y600 Pro smartphone with a massive 10,200 mAh battery.

Multiple Google Pixel smartphones have been practically unusable since applying the March 2026 update. While Google's latest firmware did not address outstanding bootloop bugs, the company's support team has indicated that will change in May 2026.

Dave the Diver was one of Steam’s biggest surprise hits of 2023. The quirky mix of diving adventure and sushi restaurant management is currently 45% off again, bringing it back to its lowest price of around $11.

Valfaris: Mecha Therion is currently cheaper than ever. For $3.99 instead of $19.99, Steam players get brutal mech action backed by a fitting heavy metal soundtrack. The title currently has 92% positive reviews on Steam.

The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite is set to launch on May 7. Ahead of the launch, OnePlus has revealed more information about the upcoming affordable smartphone.

The Unitree R1 is set to launch internationally via AliExpress soon and costs the equivalent of around $4,000 in China. While the humanoid robot is hardly suited to household chores or everyday assistance, it could be an interesting option for robotics fans and developers.

A new leak for Pokémon Winds & Waves suggests a Komodo dragon Pokémon with the rare Dragon/Poison type combination could play an important role in the story. Fans are already speculating whether it could be a Gym Leader’s signature Pokémon or even a pseudo-legendary Pokémon.

The DRAM crisis is forcing smartphone manufacturers to make compromises - in order to avoid drastic price increases, not only memory is said to be compromised, but also camera sensors. A leaker suggests that manufacturers will increasingly rely on smaller sensors in the future.

Square Enix announced at Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest 2026 that the MMORPG will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026 with Early Access, offering a new portable option alongside its existing PC, PlayStation, and Xbox versions. The move comes with a notable drawback: Switch 2 players must pay for the game and then maintain a separate monthly subscription on top of any existing FFXIV sub, though no Nintendo Switch Online membership is required and current owners elsewhere will get 50% off Switch 2 Entry/Standard subscription tiers.

A trio of dummy units showcasing Samsung's next foldable smartphones has emerged from Sonny Dickson. Showcasing the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 before their rumoured July 22 releases, the photos also highlight just how small the Galaxy Z Wide Fold is compared to Samsung's eighth-generation foldables.

The Lenovo Legion lineup is about to see some new additions, with previous announcements confirming two gaming tablets and one phone. Now, the company has shared that a headset will also be joining the upcoming launch event.

A robot vacuum and mop that is virtually invisible as long as it is not cleaning floors - this is how Bosch, in collaboration with Ecovacs, wants to upgrade conventional kitchens in the future. With fresh and waste water connections, maintenance should be significantly simplified.

Just a few weeks after its announcement, the GameSir Tarantula 8K PC controller now has a special edition. Called the MenaRD Edition, this version of the wired controller has a different color, but keeps the features and price unchanged.

Ugreen has listed the new Nexode Air 45W GaN Charger at its Amazon storefront in the US. This USB-C charging accessory is particularly compact, with support for various fast charging protocols.

A range of new Xgimi projectors and laser TVs are expected to be revealed in China soon. The X50 Ultra and RS30 projectors are described as flagship models, while the Aura3 and Mira 4K are expected to be laser TVs with enhanced eye protection.

DJI is still keeping the launch date a secret for its next vlogging camera release. In the meantime, a leaker has discovered dozens of Osmo Pocket 4P-related photos where the camera is being tested by influencers.

Anker’s Nano Charger (45W, Smart Display) has been released in Europe. This EU version of the popular charging accessory comes in four colorways. It has a compact design, with a smart display and various intelligent charging features.