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Flying planes, tilling fields, driving trains – these are the classic staples of simulation games. But this week, Xbox Game Pass subscribers can look forward to two new titles that break away from these well-worn routines. Shifting the focus from machines to people, they inject fresh energy into the genre by emphasizing teamwork, responsibility and human stories.

Huawei has launched its latest Nova 14 series smartphones in China. The Nova 14 series consists of three variants, including the vanilla Nova 14, the Nova 14 Pro, and the Nova 14 Ultra. The Pro variant features a 120 Hz OLED panel, a 50 MP RYYB variable aperture primary camera, and a 5,500 mAh battery that supports 100 W fast charging.

The Arc Pro B50 and Arc Pro B60 are Intel's latest offerings in the category of relatively affordable workstation GPUs. Both offer 16 GB to 24 GB of VRAM at starting prices of $299 and will allow for the creation of systems with up to 192 GB of VRAM.

Nvidia has released its entry-level RTX 5060 Blackwell GPU for desktops and laptops at Computex 2025 today. The RTX 5060 uses the same GB206 GPU as the RTX 5060 Ti but with a significant reduction in CUDA core counts. Nvidia has also received some flak for not allowing day 0 press reviews.

If you're in the mood for challenging puzzles wrapped in a dark, atmospheric world, Steam currently has two standout deals: Limbo and Inside are available for just $1 and $2, respectively. Both titles embrace a minimalist design that has resonated strongly with players and earned them glowing reviews.

Google's Android 16 is expected to adopt one of the more practical features of the Apple iPhone and also introduce a mode that effectively transforms Android smartphones on a Qi2 charger into a smart screen that can be used in many ways via widgets.

Mini PC maker GMKtec has teased a new system that will be part of the EVO series. Called EVO-T1, it will feature the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, and according to the official teaser, the design seems slightly different from that of the EVO-X2.

CATL claims that the first standardized batteries for commercial electric vehicles like heavy-duty trucks will save their owners $8,000 per 60,000 miles compared to gas trucks. CATL is now spearheading the battery swap concept and building stations for both passenger EVs and heavy-duty trucks.

Anker has revealed the Smart Display Charger Lite, which is launching in China. It is a more compact and less powerful version of the brand’s Laptop Charger (140W, 4-Port, PD 3.1). Features include three outputs, support for various fast charging protocols and folding pins.

The Anker Nano Desktop Charger Mix is now available to pre-order in China. It shares many similarities with an accessory spotted on the brand’s online store in Japan earlier this year. There are a total of six outputs, including two retractable cables and two AC outputs. Plus, it is said to be the first Huawei-authorized device of its kind.

OnePlus has now announced its plans to present the OnePlus Pad 3 globally on June 5. The tablet is expected to be similar to the OnePlus Pad 2 Pro which launched in China recently and will launch across Europe at the aforementioned date.

Amazfit has finally released the Active 2 Premium smartwatch in various European countries. It arrives several months after the standard version, with upgrades like a leather strap and a contactless payment feature. It also offers a 10-day battery life, outdoor maps and a voice assistant.

IKEA is now offering air-to-water heat pumps to customers in Germany. Offered in partnership with Svea Solar, it joins the companies’ existing solar panel and EV charging solutions. IKEA Family members are offered a discount on their purchases and may be able to claim some money back through government schemes.

The Huawei Nova 14 series is now official in China. This lineup has three new phones, and among them, the Ultra sports an OLED screen with a 5,500 nits peak brightness rating, a 50 MP primary camera with variable aperture, and more.

The iPhone 17 Air, focused on a slim design, is expected to launch later this year. A recent leak suggests the iPhone 17 Air may feature a battery capacity approximately 28% smaller than its direct competitor, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.

Huawei has unveiled the MateBook Fold as its first foldable laptop. Sporting an 18'' tandem OLED display that folds into a 13'' form factor, the laptop has 32GB of RAM, up to 2TB of storage, and runs HarmonyOS.

The Asus TUF Gaming F16 has been updated with current-gen hardware from Intel and Nvidia. Apart from the addition of Wi-Fi 6E, its remaining specs are the same as its last-gen counterpart

At Computex 2025, Asus has unveiled a new ROG Strix Ace gaming monitor, the XG248QSG. One of the main highlights is the 610 Hz refresh rate support, which is paired with 0.1 ms rated response time for smooth visuals.

Asus has showcased the ROG XG Station 3 at Computex 2025. The major improvement over the predecessor is Thunderbolt 5, which brings a transfer speed of 80 Gbps, surpassing what competing eGPU docks with OCuLink can offer.

Asus has shown off the ROG Falcata 75% split keyboard and ROG Harpe 2 Ace wireless gaming mouse at Computex 2025. They support Asus' Lightspeed tech and can be bought in July 2025.

Infinix, the Chinese smartphone maker known for affordable phones, has reportedly mass produced the "thinnest curved screen phone" on the market per a known smartphone leaker. While we can't verify the claim, the Infinix Hot 60 Pro+ seems to be just as slim as the Galaxy S25 Edge.

A pretty new early-access indie game, Cast & Spell, is now free to keep on Steam until May 20. The PvP-focused magical dueling game lets players master elemental combinations in co-op or ranked play. Update: A reader is alleging the game is malware-infested. Please make sure to run an antivirus scan right after installing it just to be safe.

The Poco M7 Pro is an affordable entry-level phone that scores highly in our review with a solid range of features. In addition to its strong performance, the Poco phone's update support also makes it a contender for those looking for a decent smartphone without the gimmicks of an expensive model.

Realme has partnered with Aston Martin's Formula One Team on a Realme GT 7 limited edition. Called the Realme GT 7 Dream Edition, it will launch alongside the standard edition on May 27.

Qualcomm has revealed the dates for its next Snapdragon Summit. It will take place in late September, and smartphones powered by the SoC are expected to surface in October.

Australia miner Fortescue has applied for an environmental permit for a 2.1 GW wind farm. The project will install up to 200 turbines and help the company slash its annual greenhouse emissions by 1.5 million tonnes.

OnePlus has now officially confirmed its plans to launch the OnePlus 13s in India next month. The compact flagship phone will take the stage on June 5 and is expected to be mostly the same phone as the OnePlus 13T.

The RedMagic 10S Pro series is now set to launch on May 26, 2025, and while the company has yet to share the launch details of its 9-inch gaming tablet, it could launch alongside the new flagship phones.

The Xring O1 SoC is about to launch as a self-developed flagship-grade smartphone chip. Xiaomi has just confirmed that it will be fully unveiled alongside other new products on May 22, 2025.

The HP OmniBook 5 14 and OmniBook 5 16 have been officially shown off at Computex 2025. Both laptops attempt to make Windows-on-Arm SKUs affordable to the masses with their sub-$1,00 price tags.

OWC has unveiled its Thunderbolt 5 Dock at Computex 2025, offering high-speed connectivity, triple 8K display support, and 140W power delivery.

Ventiva has showcased its fanless ICE9 thermal management system at Computex 2025, enabling quieter, slimmer laptops with efficient cooling through electrohydrodynamic airflow.

A high-profile editorial by Gamers Nexus accuses Nvidia of using media access as leverage to pressure reviewers into including favorable coverage of features like MFG4X, even on unsupported hardware. The piece highlights a broader pattern of editorial coercion and corporate manipulation, raising questions about transparency and trust in GPU review coverage.

Cyberpunk 2077 has received a hefty discount on Steam and GOG. Its DLC, Phantom Liberty, has also got a similar price cut.

Pro-Ject Audio Systems introduces Flatten It, a temperature-controlled vinyl record flattener designed for efficient and safe correction of warped records.

A new report from Taiwanese media outlet Ctee says TSMC could increase the cost of its 2 nm wafers even further.

CyberLink has unveiled its latest PowerDirector software for social media creators and business users. Editors can easily turn videos into anime-style videos, generate multilingual videos, and apply creative effects to moving objects using generative AI.

Square Enix games are rarely the subject of an Amazon sale, even if they are remakes. However, Dragon Quest 3 HD 2D for consoles has never been more affordable. The modernized RPG boasts improvements like revamped graphics and additional quests.

Casio has announced that four new watches in the Hidden Glow series will shortly arrive in some European countries. The DW-6900HDS-7, GA-110HDS-7A, GA-2100HDS-7A and GA-700HDS-7A each have a blue and white design with various phosphorescent elements to make them glow in the dark.

Walmart is building AI-driven shopping agents to handle everything from restocking groceries to curating themed baskets. By using first-party data and machine-readable product pages, it aims to stay connected even as bots automate purchases.

The LG 34SR63QA-W 34-inch curved monitor includes a 100 Hz 3,440 x 1,440 HDR10 VA panel with 99% sRGB coverage. It runs webOS, enabling computer-free access to streaming media and office apps, for convenient work and entertainment use.

Casio has listed two new Edifice watches in several of its online stores across Europe. The EFV-610ECL-1A and the EFV-610EL-5A both have stainless steel casing and a genuine leather strap. Features of these analog watches include a multi-mode stopwatch and a basic date display.

A new leak claims Microsoft is testing Steam support for the Microsoft Store, sparking theories about cross-platform access, exclusivity, and the future of Xbox hardware.

With Nintendo's new handheld, gamers might need to rely on a Switch capture card again. A Nintendo Today video suggests that the maximum video capture length will again be 30 seconds. A more powerful console hasn't resulted in upgrades to gameplay recording.

Numerous variants of the Garmin smartwatch have received their biggest price cut to date on Amazon, which is where the 47mm and 51mm Fenix 8 AMOLED is now $200 cheaper than just a few days ago. The solar-powered SKUs are discounted as well.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s National Ignition Facility hit new fusion milestones with 5.2 megajoules and 8.6 megajoules shots, improving on its 2022 record. Though still energy-negative, these multi-megajoule yields advance target design and materials research toward reactor-scale fusion.

iQoo is now thought to launch three new Android tablets at once later in 2025. Two of them might be intended to land as compelling alternatives to the latest Lenovo Legion Tab (or iPad Mini), while the third might be an even cheaper option with less premium Qualcomm silicon and a less compact display.

Casio’s summer G-Shock release for 2025, typically part of the "Love the Sea and the Earth" series, might be delayed. No official announcement has been made yet, but signs do point towards a shift.

Realme's next Android smartphone is now predicted to land as a challenger to the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro, with the name to match. The "Neo7 Turbo" is backed to have the newer MediaTek Dimensity 9400e chipset necessary to take the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 on, as well as faster charging than its putative Redmi rival.

Doral Renewables has greenlit Bechtel to build three phases of the 1.3-gigawatt Mammoth Solar project in Indiana, adding 900 megawatts and two million PV modules, while creating 1,200 construction jobs, pioneering agrivoltaics, and boosting Indiana’s solar capacity by over 20 percent.