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May 12
The GuliKit Elves 2 Pro is a modern controller with a retro-inspired design. (Image source: GuliKit)

GuliKit's Elves 2 Pro is a $50 controller inspired by the Sega Saturn's gamepad

The GuliKit Elves 2 Pro may not have the Sega Saturn's six button design but it has its 8-direction D-pad and color scheme. It also has Hall Effect joysticks, a three-mode vibration motor, and the option for Bluetooth or wired connection.
Habeeb Onawole, 12 May 2025 23:37
Iqunix EZ80 Hall-effect keyboard teaser

Wooting's 80HE is about to get a new 80% Hall-effect competitor in the Iqunix EZ80 gaming keyboard

Iqunix has announced that it will soon introduce a traditional TKL version of the Iqunix EZ63 Hall-effect gaming keyboard that we praised highly in our recent review. The EZ80, as it will be called, has a few additional tweaks and features that promise both a performance boost and an improved feature set.
Julian van der Merwe, 12 May 2025 23:19
LG 27GX790A B 27 inch Ultragear Gaming Monitor (Image source: Amazon.com)

Deal | LG's 480Hz OLED gaming monitor sees its largest price drop as Amazon's $200 discount kicks in

LG's flagship 27-inch Ultragear gaming monitor that boasts a 480Hz refresh rate in addition to a QHD resolution is now on sale with a 20% price cut in play.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 May 2025 23:17
Nvidia faces financial pressure from US-China AI chip ban, raises product prices. Pictured: Nvidia's Endeavor office (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia hikes prices by 5 to 15 percent as export restrictions bite

Nvidia has raised prices on nearly all products—including a 10 percent increase on the GeForce RTX 5090 and 5 to 15 percent hikes across its datacenter modules—to offset a $5.5 billion China loss and higher costs from TSMC.
Nathan Ali, 12 May 2025 22:48
The Oppo 22.5W Energy Jelly Fast Charging Power Bank 10000 (pictured) will launch in China. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo unveils new compact 10,000mAh power bank with integrated cable

The Oppo 22.5W Energy Jelly Fast Charging Power Bank 10000 has appeared in recent social media posts. It is expected to launch in China alongside the Oppo Reno 14 series smartphones later in May. Features include an integrated USB-C cable and magnets to attach it to your phone.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 22:15
The Dream Air SE is a light VR headset (Image source: Pimax)

Pimax Dream Air SE debuts as budget-friendly and light VR headset with eye tracking

The Pimax Dream Air SE is a new and quite affordable VR headset. It's supposed to be particularly lightweight and should be comfortable to use as a result. Eye tracking is supported, which can improve performance.
Silvio Werner, 12 May 2025 22:10
Promotional artwork for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Image source: Activision)

Sony PlayStation: Free Black Ops 6 upgrade for PS Plus, Game Pass users until midnight

Sony is offering a free Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 upgrade bundle to PlayStation Plus and Game Pass subscribers, but the offer expires at 11:59 PM BST tonight, May 12.
Anmol Dubey, 12 May 2025 22:04
The WP55 Pro is relatively compact for a rugged smartphone (Image source: Oukitel)

WP55 Pro smartphone with 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, big battery and night vision camera launches

The WP55 Pro is a new rugged smartphone from Oukitel that supports 5G connectivity and isn't extremely expensive. It also features a high-resolution main camera, a night vision camera and a generous amount of memory and mass storage.
Silvio Werner, 12 May 2025 21:47
Nintendo Today Switch 2 stop charging feature (Image source: Nintendo Today!, Nintendo of America with edits)

Nintendo Today app shows how Switch 2 battery life could benefit from a stop charging feature

Boosted specs and cutting-edge visuals could impact the Switch 2 battery life. While it won't extend playtime immediately, a new setting aims to preserve long-term battery health. The Nintendo Today app shows how the console can stop charging at 90% to benefit its lithium-ion battery.
Adam Corsetti, 12 May 2025 21:10
Doom 2016 has been heavily discounted on GOG (image source: GOG)

Deal | Only $4: Revolutionary FPS title that defined an entire genre of games gets massive discount on GOG

Doom (2016) has been heavily discounted on GOG. The game bought the franchise back from a thirteen-year hiatus and, like the original that launched in 1993, set a new benchmark for FPS games.
Anil Ganti, 12 May 2025 21:04
Workers in a gigafactory in Sunderland. The UK has secured £1 billion to build a new battery plant (Image source: Richard Saker/The Guardian)

UK welcomes £1 billion investment in battery factory for electric vehicles

The UK has welcomed a £1 billion investment in the electric mobility sector. AESC will build a new gigafactory in Sunderland where 1,000 workers will build batteries for 100,000 electric vehicles annually.
David Odejide, 12 May 2025 21:00
The Xiaomi Mijia Robot Vacuum Mop M40 S (pictured) has been released in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi reveals new powerful robot vacuum with slim body

The Xiaomi Mijia Robot Vacuum Mop M40 S is now available in China. This new smart home product is relatively powerful and has an intelligently retracting radar sensor, allowing it to clean under low-lying objects. Other features include dual rotating mop heads, a hair-cutting tool and a docking station with advanced self-cleaning tools.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 20:58
A new Zepp Health app update allows users to search for watch faces for Amazfit smartwatches like the T-Rex 3 (pictured). (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit smartwatch users get new app-based watch face search functionality

Zepp Health, the company behind Amazfit smartwatches, is rolling out a new update for its iOS and Android smartphone apps. Version 9.7 brings a new watch search feature, making it easier to find a design that suits your style or has been recommended by a friend. Plus, the company has teased another upcoming tool.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 20:56
Oppo will launch the SuperVOOC 45W Super Flash Charge Power Bank 20000 (pictured) in China. (Image source: Oppo)

New Oppo 20,000mAh power bank with integrated flashlight teased

Oppo has unveiled the SuperVOOC 45W Super Flash Charge Power Bank 20000 in posters shared on social media. This new accessory, which will launch alongside the Reno 14 series smartphones, appears to allow you to charge three devices simultaneously. Plus, it has an integrated cable and a built-in flashlight with various settings.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 20:54
Users who use a Ryzen 7000 Zen 4 CPU like the one pictured here can reportedly use their existing AM5 motherboard for Zen 6 CPUs. (Image source: AMD, Unsplash, edited)

New AMD Zen 6 leak reveals massive 50% 3D V-Cache and 50% core count increase

The AMD Zen 6 CPUs are expected to land some time in 2026. So far, leaks have claimed that the next-gen Zen 6 architecture will bring more cores, more L3 cache, and higher boost clocks to desktop CPUs. A new leak has now confirmed the per-CCD core count and cache increase.
Fawad Murtaza, 12 May 2025 20:38
The Nova 13 series. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Nova 14 series tipped to launch soon with HarmonyOS 5

The next instalment of the mid-range Nova series of smartphones is now backed to launch with the latest version of Huawei's HarmonyOS, according to a new leak. The successors to the 13 and 13 Pro might have an extra Ultra variant with yet more premium camera tweaks and up to 1TB of internal storage.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 May 2025 20:17
Casio has unveiled the W-218H-3BV and W-218H-8BV watches (pictured). (Image source: Casio, edited)

New Casio W-218H watches with long-lasting battery on the way

Casio has announced two new watches in its W-218H series: the W-218H-3BV and W-218H-8BV. These digital watches come in different shades of green and feature a dark display with light figures. Tools include a 1/100-second stopwatch, a daily alarm and a relatively long battery life estimate.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 19:56
The ALICE detector at CERN. (Image source: CERN)

CERN physicists turn lead into gold (sort of)

A group working at the CERN Large Hadron Collider have reported that their experiment has successfully converted the nuclei of one element into another, namely lead and gold respectively. Therefore, the scientists seem to have achieved the ultimate goal of alchemy - although it has many caveats at this stage.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 May 2025 19:40
The OnePlus Pad 2 Pro is tipped to contain a mammoth 13.2-inch display. (Image source: via GSMArena)

OnePlus Pad 2 Pro outperforms Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and RedMagic Nova in early benchmarks

The OnePlus Pad 2 Pro is set to officially launch tomorrow. In the meantime, early benchmarks suggest that OnePlus' next tablet outperforms current flagship options like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and RedMagic Nova by a wide margin.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 19:39
The game also joins Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate and PC subscribers. (Image Source: Bethesda)

Doom: The Dark Ages launch times, early access release, and more confirmed

Bethesda has confirmed the global release times for Doom: The Dark Ages, including early access for Premium Edition holders. The game will be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with early access starting May 12 and the full launch on May 14.
Nitisha Upadhye, 12 May 2025 19:34
Argos UK has confirmed that the Galaxy S25 Edge will launch running One UI 7 based on Android 15. (Image source: Argos UK - edited)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch pricing revealed in last minute leak

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge will be officially available starting tomorrow. In the meantime, a major UK retailer has confirmed pricing and all core specifications for Samsung's ultra-thin smartphone.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 19:16
The next stable update for the Fenix 8 and its peers should be a massive one. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update to high-end smartwatches with promises of fixes for multiple system crashes

Garmin is still working toward delivering a new stable update for the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8 and other smartwatches based on recent v15.xx beta development. Although a stable update is not ready just yet, Garmin claims to have fixed several bugs that could cause crashes in its latest beta update.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 19:13
The LG OLED B5 83-inch TV features 4K UHD panel with 120 Hz native refresh rate (Image source: LG)

LG reveals US pricing and availability for 2025 OLED B5 TV lineup

LG has revealed US pricing and availability for the OLED B5-series lineup. Available in 83, 75, 65, and 55-inch sizes, the LG OLED B5 is equipped with LG’s latest Alpha 8 AI Gen 2 processor and a 120 Hz panel that supports Dolby Vision, HDR10 Pro, and filmaker mode. The lineup also comes with premium gaming features, including Nvidia G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium, and VRR.
Abhinav Fating, 12 May 2025 19:07
The FineTracker series. (Image source: Ugreen)

Ugreen FineTracker Tag and Slim Wallet Tracker debut on Amazon with up to 37% discounts

Ugreen touts its FineTracker line of accessories as an affordable alternative to Apple's AirTags, with the same Find My certification and Bluetooth connectivity. Both variants have prolonged battery life and are equipped with 80 decibel (dB) alarms. They are now listed on Amazon with limited-time deals.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 May 2025 18:42
Players who purchase the GeForce RTX 50 Series bundle get the Premium Edition of the game, including early access and exclusive content. (Image Source: Nvidia GeForce)

Nvidia GeForce drivers get full Doom: The Dark Ages support ahead of the early access

Nvidia has released its latest GeForce Game Ready Driver (v576.40), which is optimised for Doom: The Dark Ages, ahead of its early access launch on May 14. The game uses DLSS 4, Multi Frame Generation, ray tracing, and Reflex for a better PC experience.
Nitisha Upadhye, 12 May 2025 18:26
The Anbernic RG34XX SP will be marginally cheaper than the RG35XX SP. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG34XX SP: Release date and pricing revealed for new nostalgic clamshell gaming handheld

Anbernic has announced the release date of its next clamshell gaming handheld. Available initially at a special early bird price, the RG34XX SP features a 3.4-inch IPS display, an Allwinner H700 chipset and 2 GB of RAM in a form factor that gets even closer to the classic Game Boy Advance SP than the RG35XX SP does.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 18:18
Apple could finally move away from its Dynamic Island design with the iPhone 19 Pro and Pro Max. Generic iPhone box pictured. (Image source: Yuheng Ouyang - Unsplash)

Apple analyst offers new insights into bumper releases for iPhone 20th anniversary year

A renowned Apple analyst has provided early expectations into what Apple has planned for its iPhone division as we near the end of the decade. While recent years have been rather iterative, 2027 is tipped to mark a return to Apple taking more risks.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 18:11
Malaysia’s GPU imports hit record $2.74 billion in April. Pictured: Nvidia's Voyager office (Image source: Nvidia)

Malaysia GPU imports jump 3,400 percent amid stockpiling and trans-shipment scrutiny

Official Taiwanese trade data show Malaysia’s GPU inflow has eclipsed last year’s total in just four months, prompting fresh scrutiny of the country’s role in Nvidia’s supply chain and in U.S. export-control policy.
Nathan Ali, 12 May 2025 18:07
Leaked image of Galaxy Z Flip 7 shows larger cover display. (Image source: Android Authority)

Galaxy Z Flip 7's larger cover display seemingly confirmed

Samsung seems to be taking a page out of Motorola’s book and finally extending the cover display all the way. A deep dive into a leaked One UI 8 firmware has shown evidence of a large cover display on the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7.
Vineet Washington, 12 May 2025 17:44
The D2 Mach 1 Pro could be replaced later this year with a Mach 2 successor. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin high-end smartwatch leaks as potential fresh Fenix 8 spin-off

Garmin has dropped a few hints about a forthcoming high-end smartwatch that it may be releasing later this year. Rumoured to be building on last year's Fenix 8, the new sighting arrives amid speculation that Garmin could be introducing the Forerunner 970 this year too.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 17:16
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is nearly 30% thinner than the Galaxy S25 Ultra. (Image source: @OnLeaks / Android Headlines)

Super-slim Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge shown next to S25 Ultra in hands-on photos

The launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is on the horizon. Hands-on photos, allegedly captured at a launch event, have now emerged, showcasing the ultra-thin flagship next to the Galaxy S25 Ultra and revealing all three of its launch colours.
Hannes Brecher, 12 May 2025 17:14
The House of Da Vinci first came out in the year 2017. Screenshot of the game with Steam logo over it. (Image source: Steam - Edited)

Deal | Only $2: Highly rated adventure-puzzle game is now 90% off on Steam

The House of Da Vinci is now just $1.99 on Steam, down from $19.99. The critically praised 3D puzzle-adventure game has Renaissance themes with escape-room mechanics. Deal ends May 15.
Anubhav Sharma, 12 May 2025 17:04
The Galaxy S25 Edge leaked image showing side profile of the ultra-slim phone. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Polls show minimal demand for slim phones amid industry trend

New battery tech has allowed smartphones to be slimmer but it looks like customers would rather have thicker phones with much larger batteries. These slim phones, at least most of them, come at the cost of now expectedly basic features.
Vineet Washington, 12 May 2025 17:01
The v20250425 of RPCSX-UI-Android is now available on the official GitHub repository. Pictured: an edited image of the 8BitDo mobile controller. (Image source: 8BitDo, Sony, and InkomingVirus on Devianart)

RPCSX-UI-Android update expands compatibility and features of the Android PS3 emulator

There's a new update available for RPCSX-UI-Android, v20250425. This version of the PS3 emulator for Android expands the app's compatibility and feature set. It also brings some UI-related changes.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 May 2025 16:56
The Home Assistant 2025 Roadmap has been unveiled. (Image source: Home Assistant)

New Home Assistant 2025 Roadmap reveals focus on collective intelligence

The Home Assistant 2025 Roadmap has been unveiled in a recent blog post. This year, the company is hoping to leverage insights from its community to make its smart home automation software more intelligent. This should make the setup process even easier and allow for improved responses to contextual voice commands.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 16:55
The Xiaomi Mi Box 5 and Mi Box 5 Max (pictured) are now available in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches two new TV boxes with HyperOS

The Xiaomi Mi Box 5 and the Xiaomi Mi Box 5 Max have been launched in China. These smart home products support an up to 4K resolution and are compatible with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The difference between the two models is the built-in storage, with the Max offering up to 64 GB.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 16:54
The 2025 Philips Hue Bright Days sale is now on. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Deal | Philips Hue Bright Days sale begins with up to 40% off

The Philips Hue Bright Days sale 2025 is now live in various countries worldwide. Customers can currently get up to 40% off selected smart lighting products and accessories at the brand’s online store. Included in the sale are the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K and the Hue Solo Lightstrip.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 16:50
GTA 4 PS5 version retail box mockup (Image source: Grand Theft Auto 4 subreddit)

Rumor reveals that GTA 4 PS5 and Xbox Series X port could arrive before the end of 2025

Gamers may not have much longer to wait for a GTA 4 PS5 release or a modernized Xbox version. A Rockstar Games data miner predicts a port for current-gen consoles could surface before 2025 ends. An updated GTA 4 may satisfy some fans who are anxious about the GTA 6 release date.
Adam Corsetti, 12 May 2025 16:46
Casio has revealed the Marine Sports MTD-140 watches. (Image source: Casio, edited)

Casio launches new Marine Sports watches with stainless steel bezel

Casio has listed five new Marine Sports watches on its international website: the MTD-140-2AV, the MTD-140-3AV, the MTD-140D-1AV, the MTD-140D-2AV and the MTD-140D-3AV. Each version has a stainless steel casing and bezel, some with a resin strap and others with a stainless steel bracelet.
Polly Allcock, 12 May 2025 16:38
A new Intel Arc B580 variant from Maxsun has been spotted online (image source: Maxsun)

Upcoming Intel Arc B580 variant could arrive with a serious VRAM upgrade

The EEC website has shown off multiple new Intel Arc B580 graphics cards. Most of them are from Maxsun, and two come with more VRAM than previously seen on an Arc B580.
Anil Ganti, 12 May 2025 16:16
Until May 22, Frostpunk is available on Steam with an 85% discount for $4.50. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam: “exceptionally oppressive” – acclaimed city builder on sale for $4.50

With over 100,000 positive reviews on Steam and a consistently strong rating, this game proves that rich storytelling and smart strategy can go hand in hand. If you’re curious to try it out, Frostpunk is currently available for just $4.50 – an 85% discount.
Marius Müller, 12 May 2025 16:12
The Honor Magic V3 is now approaching its first anniversary. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic V4 spotted with major battery upgrade to keep pace with Oppo Find N5

Oppo has managed to cram a huge battery inside the Find N5 despite its sub 9 mm thickness. Based on early sightings, the Honor Magic V4 or Magic V5 could take this a step further by exceeding a 6,000 mAh typical combined capacity. Honor's next foldable may be unable to match the Find N5 or Vivo X Fold3 Pro when it comes to charging speeds, though.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 16:03
The MiTag Duo is available in two color options and comes with a key ring. (Image source: MiLi)

The MiTag Duo works with Apple and Google's Find My networks, and is cheaper than rivals

MiLi's MiTag Duo is a Bluetooth tracker compatible with both Apple Find My and Google Find My Device like the Chipolo Pop and Pebblebee's universal trackers. Currently discounted, the new Bluetooth tracker is significantly cheaper than its rivals.
Habeeb Onawole, 12 May 2025 16:01
MigFlashUnited, claims compatibity with the Nintendo Switch 2, despite the fact that the console is still nearly a month away from release (Image Source: MigFlashUnited)

US distributor claims Mig Flash (AKA the Mig Switch) is compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2, potentially opening the door to piracy

The Mig Flash or Mig Switch first appeared in February 2024, promising the ability to back-up and play Switch games without a modified console. US distributor MigFlashUnited claims the Mig Flash V2 now supports the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2, although details and any form of evidence remain absent.
David Devey, 12 May 2025 15:48
According to leaked information, Arc System Works is set to release an exclusive title for the Switch 2 in November 2025 – presumably a fighting game. (Image source: Nintendo)

Codename "Watari" – new Switch 2 exclusive game leaked

According to a credible leaker, the well-known studio Arc System Works is developing an exclusive title for the Switch 2. While the exact nature of the game remains unknown, the studio's track record leaves little doubt about its genre.
Marius Müller, 12 May 2025 15:47
Model Y, Cybertruck, Model 3 and Model S/X lined up at a Supercharger station. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla lists all Superchargers with new dynamic pricing as GM is caught testing NACS ports

After the introduction of virtual queuing, Tesla is now probing a new dynamic Supercharger off-peak pricing strategy. It has listed all Superchargers where the new real-time Supercharger prices are in play.
Daniel Zlatev, 12 May 2025 15:17
It appears that MSI is preparing its third 7-inch gaming handheld release. (Image source: MSI)

MSI Claw A2HM: New 7-inch gaming handheld spotted amid rumours of AMD Ryzen Z2 release

It seems that MSI has another gaming handheld up its sleeve, after all. Another 7-inch gaming handheld, the Claw A2HM could well be MSI's long-rumoured AMD Ryzen Z2 offering or even an option powered by Intel's Arrow Lake-H series.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 15:12
There is still no official word on the global availability of the Legion Y700 4th generation. Promotional shot - hands holding the gaming tablet. (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

New Lenovo Legion Y700 gaming tablet goes global via import, starts at $599

Lenovo just launched its new Snapdragon 8 Elite gaming tablet, the Legion Y700 4th gen, in China. While the company has yet to announce the global launch, it's already available for international buyers through import on Giztop.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 May 2025 14:36
Powerful CPU and a quality OLED display packed in a slim form-factor. (Image Source: Asus)

Deal | Asus Vivobook S16 with Intel Ultra 9 285H and 2880x1800 OLED display drops to $900

Other premium features include the powerful Arc 140T iGPU, 16 GB of LPDDR5X-8448 RAM, and 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, Wi-Fi 7 wireless connectivity, dual Thunderbolt 4 connectors and a microSD card reader.
Bogdan Solca, 12 May 2025 14:34
The 8BitMods VMU Pro also offers USB Type-C charging. (Image source: 8BitMods)

Sega Dreamcast: Next-generation VMU Pro debuts with major upgrades and 8-bit emulation capabilities

The VMU Pro is a new attempt at recreating the Visual Memory Unit from the Sega Dreamcast. Following in the footsteps of the VM2, the VMU Pro contains upgrades like Wi-Fi connectivity, a colour display and enough power to emulate 8-bit era games like Super Mario Bros. Deluxe.
Alex Alderson, 12 May 2025 14:22

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