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Oct 16, 2025
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X starts at $999. (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

ROG Xbox Ally X Ryzen Z2 Extreme is no match for Intel Panther Lake, as leaked 3DMark scores put Intel iGPU 72% ahead

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is 10-15% faster in gaming than the ROG Ally X with the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme SoC. However, if the leaked graphics performance of the flagship Intel Panther Lake APU is accurate, next-gen Intel-powered portable gaming consoles might have a tremendous edge in raw graphics performance over the ROG Xbox Ally X.
Fawad Murtaza, 16 Oct 2025 15:22
Despite its very thin body, the Oppo Watch S is said to have a battery life of up to ten days. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo unveils Watch S with up to 10 days of battery life and skin temperature sensor in ultra-thin body

The brand-new Oppo Watch S is said to be particularly thin, stylish and durable. According to Oppo, the smartwatch features ECG measurement, a 3,000 nits bright AMOLED display, and has a battery life of four to ten days depending on usage.
Hannes Brecher, 16 Oct 2025 15:08
Durch ein reflektives LCD soll Paper 2.0 auch in der Sonne problemlos verwendet werden können. (Bildquelle: Eazeye)

Paper 2.0 Android tablet aims to combine the advantages of E Ink and LCD with a reflective display

Paper 2.0 is designed to combine the advantages of E Ink and LCDs. A reflective LCD allows the tablet to display videos and animations smoothly and millions of colors, while reflecting ambient light to illuminate the panel, making it readable in direct sunlight.
Hannes Brecher, 16 Oct 2025 15:06
Earbuds 4: Wireless earbuds with two drivers. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Earbuds 4: Wireless in-ears with titanium drivers and up to 50dB noise cancellation

Honor now has new and well-equipped, completely wireless earbuds on offer. These come with two drivers for each ear and features that significantly reduce distracting ambient noise.
Silvio Werner, 16 Oct 2025 15:05
SolarBrick: Modular solar system. (Image source: Hanvixolar)

SolarBrick: Magnetically connectable mini solar modules deliver up to 20 watts of power

Energy completely independent of the power outlet: The SolarBrick is a modular solar system that intends to enable make the charging of various devices such as smartphones or tablets unproblematic while off-grid or on the go.
Silvio Werner, 16 Oct 2025 15:02
The RedMagic 11 Pro+ features a modern design with visible water cooling. (Image source: Nubia)

RedMagic 11 Pro with 8,000 mAh battery, under-display camera and liquid cooling also coming to Europe

The Nubia RedMagic 11 Pro is arguably one of the most unusual smartphones of the year, as Nubia combines the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with an active fan and water cooling to bring about the highest possible performance. The manufacturer has now confirmed further details about the smartphone.
Hannes Brecher, 16 Oct 2025 14:27
The new Seiko Rotocall reissue comes in yellow-black, red-black, and gray-blue colorways, pictured. (Image source: Seiko)

Seiko re-releases the Rotocall, a digital watch with a mechanical bezel and NASA history

Seiko has reissued its 1980s Rotocall, a classic digital watch once used by NASA astronauts. The new models keep the original design, add 100m water resistance, and run on an updated quartz movement. Priced around $470, they launch Nov 2025.
Anubhav Sharma, 16 Oct 2025 14:21
Lightweight ultrabook with premium features for an affordable price. (Image Source: Asus)

Deal | Refurbished Asus Vivobook S14 OLED notebook with Intel Ultra 7 258V and 32GB RAM discounted down to $694

The OLED display features 1920 x 1200 resolution and HDR True Black 600 certification, but it is limited to 60 Hz refresh rate. Other highlights for this variant include 32 GB on-package LPDDR5X RAM, 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage, dual Thunderbolt 4 connectors, microSD card reader and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
Bogdan Solca, 16 Oct 2025 14:19
The upcoming Boox products might be global versions of the Boox P6 Pro series (pictured). (Image source: Boox)

Onyx to announce new Boox ePaper devices on October 21

Onyx-owned Boox has announced that it has a launch event on October 21. The event, which will be livestreamed, will see the manufacturer unveil new ePaper devices, one of which will have a color display.
Habeeb Onawole, 16 Oct 2025 13:46
Close-up showing the rear design of the iPad Pro in silver and space black finishes, highlighting the camera and aluminium frame (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPad Pro M5 vs iPad Pro M4: Key differences in design, display, and performance

Apple has updated its iPad Pro lineup with the new M5 chip, marking another step forward for its flagship tablet series. While the design remains familiar, early details point to several meaningful upgrades beneath the surface.
Anmol Dubey, 16 Oct 2025 13:08
The Realme GT 8 Pro features a swappable Ricoh GR camera module, as revealed in hands-on images, press photos and a promotional video. (Image source: @feni_book)

Realme GT 8 Pro: Video of interchangeable DIY Ricoh GR camera module and press photos in all colors surface

Round, square, transparent or even with a velvet cover? Thanks to its Ricoh GR collaboration, Realme not only plans to revamp the Realme GT 8 Pro's camera in terms of quality, but also provide variety and customization. Not only will there be different colors and shapes, but also more specialized solutions that can be exchanged via a DIY process, as shown in images and a promotional video.
Alexander Fagot, 16 Oct 2025 13:00
The Fenix ​​8 Pro is getting a new software update. (Symbolic image, image source: Garmin)

Garmin rolls out stable system update for advanced model

Garmin's top smartwatches are getting a new software update, which is intended to fix various bugs. The scope of the update is relatively narrow, but upon closer inspection, this isn't really surprising.
Silvio Werner, 16 Oct 2025 12:58
The Shuttle XPC DL40N is a new fanless mini PC with Intel Twin Lake processors. (Image source: Shuttle)

Fanless mini PC launched with up to 8-core Intel Twin Lake processors and dual 2.5G Ethernet

The Shuttle XPC DL40N is a fresh new offering which packs Intel Twin Lake CPUs with exclusively efficiency cores, allowing for a fanless design. The 1.3-liter mini PC also sports a plethora of ports, including triple display outputs.
Sambit Saha, 16 Oct 2025 12:55
The new Tesla FSD 14 Mad Max mode. (Image source: Sawyer Merritt/X)

Tesla finally has truly aggressive FSD driving mode to beat traffic that it calls Mad Max

After the Sloth driving mode that is even more cautious than the Chill level, Tesla is now bringing a turbocharged FSD experience that keeps 85 mph speeds on the highways and zips through rush hour traffic. The new Mad Max mode is rolling out with the latest FSD 14.1.2 update.
Daniel Zlatev, 16 Oct 2025 12:41
The unreleased Ugreen foldable charger supports 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging and up to 100W via a USB-C cable. (Image source: MaxGaming)

Ugreen MagFlow: New foldable 25W Qi2.2 power bank with AirPods charger and built-in 100W cable on the way

It looks like Ugreen has another 25W Qi2.2 wireless power bank in the works. The new model recently appeared on the Wireless Power Consortium database, revealing a foldable design with a hidden AirPods charging pad, a small display, and a built-in 100W cable.
Elvis Shida, 16 Oct 2025 12:33
A new trackpad is currently available at a discount. (Image source: Hyper Products Inc.)

Hyper TrackPad Pro to rival Apple Magic Trackpad with force sensors and numerous features

The Hyper TrackPad Pro is a new input device that could well be a mouse alternative, offering a variety of features. Shortcuts can be defined and it boasts particularly low latency.
Silvio Werner, 16 Oct 2025 11:56
Screenshot of the second GTA 6 trailer on YouTube. (Image source: Rockstar Games)

The director of Saints Row thinks GTA 6 should be sold for $100

GTA 6 still holds many mysteries, particularly regarding its sale price. But recently, the director of Saints Row spoke out on this subject, saying that a price of $100 would be perfectly normal for a game of this magnitude.
Alexis Stegmann, 16 Oct 2025 11:55
Dell 14 Plus has taken the place of the Inspiron 14 in Dell's 2025 lineup. (Image source: Dell, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Dell 14 Plus laptop with 14-hour battery life drops to lowest price ever on Amazon

The Dell 14 Plus is now on sale at its best price ever. Now enjoying a cool 19% discount on Amazon, the Dell 14 Plus laptop is a sub-$1,000 multimedia notebook that boasts a good display, excellent battery life, and plenty of ports.
Fawad Murtaza, 16 Oct 2025 11:40
Apex 4 : New smartwatch for endurance athletes. (Image source: Coros)

Coros Apex 4 smartwatch now available: Garmin Fenix rival lasts longer than Apple Watch even with GPS activated

The Coros Apex 4 is a new smartwatch that focuses squarely on active athletes. The price is not so high, at least by current market standards, and it supports local map display and turn-by-turn navigation.
Silvio Werner, 16 Oct 2025 11:39
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. (Image Source: AnRan0420 on Weibo)

Not a gimmick: Xiaomi 18 series to continue with rear screen next year

The Xiaomi 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max have been a hit in China, in part due to the novelty of their rear displays. Unlike with the Mi 11 Ultra, it appears Xiaomi plans to retain the feature on future releases this time out
Ricci Rox, 16 Oct 2025 11:36
The Sidephone SP-01 (pictured) has a swappable keyboard, with unique options like a QWERTY or a T9 layout. (Image source: Sidephone)

US orders now open for premium dumb phone, the Sidephone SP-01, with a swappable keyboard

Sidephone is now officially opening US orders for its modular dumb phone, the SP-01: a (mostly) essentials-only device with swappable keypads, user-focused support, and risk-free purchasing for early supporters arriving in early 2026.
Anubhav Sharma, 16 Oct 2025 11:32
The Kinbull Voyager 2.0 can handle a maximum payload of up to 450 lbs (204 kg) (Image source: Kingbull)

Kingbull Voyager 2.0 fat-tire cargo e-bike debuts with Bafang motor and dual Samsung batteries

Kingbull has launched a new Voyager 2.0 fat-tire electric cargo bike globally. The Voyager 2.0 cargo e-bike has a top speed of 28 mph (45 km/h) and can offer 60 miles (96.5 km) of range on a single charge. On top of that, it ships with dual Samsung batteries, wide 20 x 4” puncture-proof tires, a 4-inch full-color display, and up to 450 lbs (204 kg) payload capacity.
Abhinav Fating, 16 Oct 2025 10:11
Three Samsung Galaxy Edge phones in black, silver, and white on a blue bench (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Galaxy S26 Edge reportedly cancelled as Samsung ends ultra-slim lineup

A new report suggests that Samsung is making major changes to its Galaxy lineup ahead of the S26 launch. Internal discussions reportedly point to a quiet restructuring of the company’s premium smartphone portfolio.
Anmol Dubey, 16 Oct 2025 10:04
The Empires and Engines game bundle will expire on November 06, 2025. Pictured: Steam Deck running Tropico 6. (Image source: Notebookcheck and Steam - edited)

Deal | $392 worth of strategy games with Steam Deck compatibility drop to $12 on Humble Bundle

Humble Bundle has added a new games collection, called Empires and Engines. The bundle has a total of 24 items, with a total value of $392. They can all be scored for a minimum payment of $12.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Oct 2025 09:39
Amazon has renamed one of its 4K streaming sticks. (Image source: Amazon)

Amazon renames the Fire TV Stick 4K to Fire TV Stick 4K Plus

Amazon has renamed one of its Fire TV Sticks with 4K streaming support. The new name helps clear up the confusion about which 4K streaming stick is superior.
Habeeb Onawole, 16 Oct 2025 09:32
An image of Hubble in Earths orbit (Image source: NASA; cropped)

Hubble image of nearby dusty galaxy is selected as the Picture of the Week

The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope Picture of the Week is an image of NGC 7496. NGC 7496, a galaxy that sits about 24 million light-years away from Earth, has now featured twice as the picture of the week.
Chibuike Okpara, 16 Oct 2025 09:31
Unlike the Magic8 and Magic8 Pro, the Magic8 Mini is tipped to feature a Dimensity 9500. (Image Source: Honor)

Honor Magic8 Mini: Compact flagship phone to launch next year as details leak

Following the releases of the Magic8 and MagicPad 3 series in China, it appears Honor's next premium offering will be the Magic8 Mini. This phone isn't expected to launch till 2026, however, and will do as a proper premium offering—if a new leak is anything to go by.
Ricci Rox, 16 Oct 2025 09:04
The Mangmi Air X also supports gyroscopic controls thanks to a six-axis gyroscope. (Image source: Mangmi)

Mangmi Air X: New portable retro gaming handheld released for $75 with up to Nintendo Gamecube and PlayStation 2 emulation

The Mangmi Air X is a new horizontal retro gaming handheld that runs Android 14 and can emulate up to Nintendo Gamecube and PlayStation 2 games. Available for $75 at launch, the handheld also features a 450-nit and 5.5-inch IPS display complemented by a 5,000 mAh battery.
Alex Alderson, 16 Oct 2025 04:08
The flagship Xiaomi 17 Pro Max that launched in September. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi K90 Pro Max: Xiaomi officially confirms ‘Pro Max’ model in sub-flagship series

The Redmi K90 series is Xiaomi's next performance-focused sub-flagship lineup, set to launch in October. The company has now officially confirmed the Redmi K90 Pro Max, marking the first 'Pro Max' model in the Redmi K lineup.
Huzefa Baloch, 16 Oct 2025 04:07
A screengrab of Lego Party running on PC (image source: SteamDB)

Netflix unveils 5 new party games for TV including Lego Party! and Tetris Time Warp

Netflix is bringing five new TV-streamed party games, including Lego Party! and Tetris Time Warp. The additions aim to expand Netflix's casual gaming footprint, foster cross-generational couch co-op, and bolster subscriber retention in an increasingly cutthroat streaming industry by offering more value for money.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 16 Oct 2025 01:43
The poster for MachineGames' 15th Anniversary (image source: MachineGames X)

MachineGames’ 15th anniversary poster teases possibility of a new Wolfenstein game in the making

MachineGames celebrated its 15th anniversary with a commemorative poster featuring an empty frame marked with a question mark. This has sparked social-media speculation that the studio may be working on an unannounced title, with some pointing to a return to Wolfenstein amidst other options.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 16 Oct 2025 01:12
A screengrab from Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow (image source: SteamDB)

Ubisoft quietly re-releases Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow on Steam and Ubisoft Connect at a large discount

Ubisoft has quietly re-released Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow on Steam, Ubisoft Connect, and the Epic Games Store. The title addresses long-standing PC shadow-rendering bugs and offers a steep discount, while somewhat controversially retaining its original 4:3 aspect ratio.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 16 Oct 2025 01:01
Sony San Diego Studio logo is shown (Image source: screenshot, Sony San Diego Studio YouTube)

A formerly exclusive PS5 game may finally come to PC as part of Sony's cross platform push

Some PC owners dream of a day when all first-party Sony IPs become cross-platform games. If a new job listing is correct, MLB The Show may be the next PS5 franchise to come to desktops and laptops. San Diego Studio is searching for a Senior Graphics Programmer to optimize a AAA PC game.
Adam Corsetti, 16 Oct 2025 00:23
Lapsi Health unveils the Keikku 2.0 digital stethoscope to help reduce paperwork for doctors. (Image source: Lapsi Health)

Lapsi Health Keikku 2.0 AI digital stethoscope reduces paperwork for doctors by creating patient exam transcriptions and recording auscultations

Lapsi Health has launched Keikku 2.0, an FDA-cleared, AI-powered digital stethoscope that streamlines auscultation and clinical documentation. It records heart and lung sounds and transcribes SOAP notes during exams to help doctors focus on patient care.
David Chien, 16 Oct 2025 00:13
A screenshot from the game Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 that shows off the environment art in the game. (Source: Steam - Edited)

Deal | Warhammer 40,000 co-op shooter now 55% off on Steam for a limited time

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has fallen to its lowest recorded price of $26.99 on Steam with a 55% discount for a limited time. With more than 80% positive reviews on the platform, it is considered one of the best games in the Warhammer franchise.
Rohith Bhaskar, 16 Oct 2025 00:08
Apple's M5-powered iPad Pro (Image Source: Apple)

Apple chose to charge extra for M5 MacBook Pro's charger, not the EU

Apple’s new 14-inch MacBook Pro, featuring the powerful M5 chip, is here—but not without controversy. In Europe, the laptop now ships without a charger, leaving consumers to face an unexpected €65 extra cost. While many blame EU environmental rules, reports confirm this decision to charge for the essential power adapter was entirely Apple’s choice.
Jean Leon, 16 Oct 2025 00:05
Oct 15, 2025
OriginOS 6 should reach dozens of devices globally by the second half of next year. (Image source: Vivo)

OriginOS 6: Vivo and iQOO reveal global rollout plans for Vivo X200 Pro and dozens of other devices

Vivo and iQOO have now outlined global OriginOS 6 release plans. Split across at least four waves, the rollout will run into early next year for older flagship and mid-range smartphones.
Alex Alderson, 15 Oct 2025 23:57
Casio’s AQ-230A-1DM watch (pictured) is now available in the US. (Image source: Casio)

Casio releases new slim hybrid watch in the US

The Casio AQ-230A-1DM, a Vintage series watch, has been released in the US. This hybrid timepiece has a black and silver design, similar to an older product, with a stainless steel bracelet and a slim casing. Features include support for world time, a stopwatch and a daily alarm.
Polly Allcock, 15 Oct 2025 23:46
A well-known Redditor has already revealed the Epic Games Store's mobile giveaway plans for this week on Android and iOS. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Editors' Choice Award: Last-minute leak reveals Epic Games Store acclaimed free game giveaway before official announcement

The Epic Games Store is poised to announce a new freebie for mobile gamers tomorrow. In the meantime, a well-regarded source has revealed the company's plans hours ahead of schedule.
Alex Alderson, 15 Oct 2025 23:35
The Shadow Ember GameSir G7 Pro arrives months after it was announced. (Image source: GameSir)

The GameSir G7 Pro is now available to buy in Shadow Ember

Months after the GameSir G7 Pro was released, the controller is now available to buy in Shadow Ember, its second color option. The new color is available to buy directly from GameSir or from its stores on Amazon and AliExpress.
Habeeb Onawole, 15 Oct 2025 23:34
Amazfit’s Balance 2 XT smartwatch (pictured) is now available in Spain. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit brings affordable smartwatch to more customers

Amazfit is now selling its Balance 2 XT smartwatch in another European country. This model arrived in August 2025 as a cheaper alternative to the original Balance 2 wearable, also released in 2025. Features include an AMOLED display, the new BioCharge function and GPS tracking.
Polly Allcock, 15 Oct 2025 23:20
Artificial Intelligence is now responsible for just over half of all written content on the Internet. (Image source: DeepAI Image Generator)

More than half of online written content is AI-generated, new study says

A new report finds that 52% of all content on the Internet has been generated by AI. The results from Graphite, a company built around optimizing search engines, show that while AI has skyrocketed in use over the past few years, it hasn't quite dominated the Internet (yet).
Sam Medley, 15 Oct 2025 23:06
Google Pixel 10 Pro (Image Source: Google's Blog)

Google releases final Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 before December launch

The December countdown is officially on for Pixel owners. Google has released the third and final beta of Android 16 QPR2, signaling that the next major feature drop is polished and ready. This last testing phase for the Pixel 6 and newer models means the stable update—packed with new capabilities—is just weeks away from landing on your device.
Jean Leon, 15 Oct 2025 22:40
Removable 128 GB CAMM2 RAM module for the Dell Pro Max 16 Plus (Image source: Notebookcheck)

CAMM2 RAM makes a comeback on the Dell Pro Max 16 Plus with impressive performance to boot

The new JEDEC-approved standard is making its way onto flagship workstations with both capacity and performance benefits over traditional DDR5 and LPDDR5 solutions.
Allen Ngo, 15 Oct 2025 22:27
A laptop running Microsoft Windows 11 OS (Image source: Sunrise King/Unsplash)

Microsoft teases something big for Windows 11: Copilot and Voice Access upgrades suggest it is voice-powered computing

Microsoft is hinting at a major Windows 11 update that could make PCs fully voice-controlled. Recent Insider builds point to hands-free interaction through Copilot and Voice Access, signaling the next step toward AI-powered computing.
David Odejide, 15 Oct 2025 22:17
The Vertu Agent Q features leather on the back (Image source: MT Today)

Luxurious Vertu Agent Q smartphone launching soon with cameras from Nubia Z70 Ultra

The Vertu Agent Q is a brand-new flagship smartphone that’s expected to launch soon. It will reportedly combine an unusual leather design with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and a 35mm main camera.
Hannes Brecher, 15 Oct 2025 22:12
You can grab Chained Echoes for 9.99 right now (image source: Steam)

Deal | You can grab a critically acclaimed JRPG for 60% off on Steam for a limited time

Chained Echoes, the critically acclaimed indie JRPG from Matthias Linda and Deck13, is on sale on Steam for 60% off its original $25 price tag.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 15 Oct 2025 22:06
The Sharp Poketomo chat robot is a daily AI companion that gets to know you and responds with personalized conversations. (Image source: Sharp)

Sharp starts preorders for Poketomo, a hand-sized AI chat robot

Preorders have begun for the Sharp Poketomo, an OpenAI-powered, palm-sized robot designed to be a daily conversational companion. The robot can create diary entries from its chat history and 5 MP camera images.
David Chien, 15 Oct 2025 22:05
The Honor MagicPad 3 is available as a smaller 12.5-inch version (Image source: Honor)

Honor MagicPad 3 12.5 packs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 165Hz display into a mid-range tablet

With the MagicPad 12.5, Honor is launching a mid-range tablet with a 12.5-inch display with 165Hz. It’s powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and should offer decent value thanks to prices starting around $380.
Hannes Brecher, 15 Oct 2025 21:49
The Casio G-Shock GW-5000U-1 (pictured) is one of the most faithful modern descendants of the original DW-5000C. (Image source: Casio)

Casio's iconic G-Shock GW-5000U-1 may get discontinued soon, price hike could follow

The GW-5000U-1, Casio’s legendary G-Shock "square" with a feature-rich, rugged build, is rumored to be headed for discontinuation. Scarcity is driving demand, and there's a high chance we'll get to see its status as a modern classic among collectors.
Anubhav Sharma, 15 Oct 2025 21:36

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