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Mar 12
Despite simple graphics and a silly look, Schedule I has "Overwhelmingly Positive" ratings on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Steam: This game looks like trash but gets "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews

Although only a free demo is available, this drug dealer simulation has already amassed over 4,000 Steam reviews with an impressive 98% positive rating – and the full release of Schedule I is just days away.
Marius Müller, 12 Mar 2025 14:53
Baseus EnerGeek GR11 can charge three devices at once (Image source: Baseus - edited)

Baseus launches new power bank with built-in cable and 100 W fast charging

The Baseus EnerGeek GR11 has been launched in China. This new power bank features an integrated cable, has 100 W fast charging support, and sports a capacity of 10,000 mAh. The launch price in China is CNY 199, around $27.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Mar 2025 14:46
The Whoop app now offers a VO2 Max estimate. (Image source: Whoop)

Whoop releases new VO₂ Max tracking feature for wearables

Whoop’s fitness and health tracking wearables can now estimate your VO₂ Max. The algorithm draws on a wide range of data points, including tracked activity and recovery. The VO₂ Max estimate is updated weekly in the Whoop app, where users are also able to view trends over time.
Polly Allcock, 12 Mar 2025 14:34
Garmin has announced software version 22.24 for Forerunner smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new Forerunner smartwatch update fixing workout-related issues

A new Garmin software update is rolling out to all users of the Forerunner 165, Forerunner 255, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965 smartwatches. This is the second live release in the 22.xx cycle, tackling a range of problems relating to workouts, smart notifications and Connect IQ apps faced by users after installing version 22.22.
Polly Allcock, 12 Mar 2025 14:26
The Xiaomi Walkie Talkie 3 Chat Edition has launched in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Walkie Talkie 3 Chat Edition new entry-level model arrives

Xiaomi has launched a pre-sale event for the Walkie Talkie 3 Chat Edition. This amateur radio is currently only available in China and is said to offer up to 5 m (~3.1 miles range). Plus, Xiaomi claims that the device is quick to set up thanks to an accompanying app, where you can also adjust various settings.
Polly Allcock, 12 Mar 2025 14:18
Ryzen 9950X3D and Ryzen 9900X3D are the latest additions to the 9000 series CPU family (Image source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 9950X3D and Ryzen 9900X3D released, available for purchase

AMD’s latest gaming processors, the AMD Ryzen 9950X3D and the Ryzen 9900X3D, featuring the next generation of the proprietary 3D V-Cache, have finally arrived on the market.
Nitisha Upadhye, 12 Mar 2025 13:44
BlizzCon is an annual gaming convention organized by Blizzard. (Image source: Blizzard)

Blizzard announces dates for BlizzCon 2026

BlizzCon, the annual gaming convention organized by Blizzard Entertainment is returning in 2026 after taking a break for a few years. The dates have been announced but ticket prices and the program of events remain a mystery.
Habeeb Onawole, 12 Mar 2025 13:20
The Vivo X200 Pro has been selling so well in India that the company’s executives are now pushing for a global model of the Vivo X200 Ultra (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200 Pro's massive success could lead to global version of the ultimate Zeiss camera flagship

Things are looking up for Vivo, even on the global stage. According to a business magazine, the Vivo X200 Pro has been selling so well in a huge Asian country that company executives are now pushing for a global version of the Vivo X200 Ultra, set to launch in April. Could Zeiss camera fans worldwide be in for an unexpected treat?
Alexander Fagot, 12 Mar 2025 13:14
Topton M1 starts at $179.99 (Image source: Topton - edited)

Topton launches affordable, palm-sized mini PC with AMD Ryzen APU

The Topton M1 is a palm-sized mini PC that's an AMD APU. To be specific, it packs the Ryzen 3 5425U, which brings a good amount of power for the system's size. It sits in the affordable price range as well, starting from $179.99.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Mar 2025 12:58
The Samsung Galaxy F16 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G: Samsung’s new midrange smartphone debuts with Dimensity 6300 processor and six years of updates

The Galaxy F16 5G is Samsung’s latest mid-range smartphone, which is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. Samsung equips the Galaxy F16 5G smartphone with a 90 Hz Super AMOLED display, a 50 MP primary camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery, among other features. It’s available in vibing blue, glam green, and bling black colorways.
Abhinav Fating, 12 Mar 2025 12:53
Nvidia is slated to officially reveal details about the GeForce RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti tomorrow. (Image source: Nvidia - edited)

Leak points to imminent Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti official announcement

The official arrival of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 and GeForce RTX 5060 Ti could almost be upon us. According to a new leak, Nvidia plans to lift the lid on all desktop variants later this week, including a 16 GB version of the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti.
Alex Alderson, 12 Mar 2025 12:34
A promotional image for Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip being held in a human palm. (Image Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft promises more proof amidst scrutiny over its Quantum claims

Microsoft is facing criticism from the scientific community over Majorana 1, with many researchers unconvinced about the company's breakthroughs. The Redmond technology giant previously retracted a similar paper published in 2018.
Rohith Bhaskar, 12 Mar 2025 11:15
Tesla is ramping up 2026 Model Y Juniper production at four global factories at once (Image source: OmeadAfshar/X)

Elon Musk pledges to double US production banking on cheapest Tesla launch and Model Y Juniper ramp

Tesla is preparing to ramp up vehicle production in the US significantly, spearheaded by an expansion of the Gigafactory in Texas and upgrades in Fremont to prepare for the Model 2 launch and Model Y Juniper ramp, as well as for the release of the cheapest RWD Cybertruck later this year.
Daniel Zlatev, 12 Mar 2025 11:02
Manus AI's general AI agent is here to tackle complex tasks like a human assistant. (Image source: Manus AI)

Manus AI launches a general AI agent capable of handling complex real-world tasks, including creating video games

The Manus AI agent combines the capabilities of multiple AI models into a powerful assistant for work and personal tasks. Its ability to research information across the Internet, control computers like a human, and synthesize information supposedly allows it to answer complex prompts that many common chatbots cannot.
David Chien, 12 Mar 2025 11:00
The latest Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro come in at $379 and $459, respectively. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing CEO claims hearing rumors that big smartphone makers are financing propaganda against Nothing

Nothing CEO Carl Pei had some pretty interesting things to say about some no-name smartphone competitors that are supposedly engaged in propaganda against the company. The remarks are part of a video that Carl Pei has done in which he looks at some of the reviews of the newly launched Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro.
Fawad Murtaza, 12 Mar 2025 10:57
Casio’s Fire Package 2025 watches, the AWG-M100FP-1A2 (left) and the GW-2320FP-1A2 (right). (Image source: Casio)

Casio Fire Package 2025 radio-controlled watches now available to pre-order in the US

In an unexpected move, Casio is now accepting pre-orders for the Casio Fire Package 2025 watches at Amazon US. The AWG-M100FP-1A2 and the GW-2320FP-1A2 watches have also been spotted at Casio Canada, having recently launched in Japan. These are radio-controlled watches with tough solar charging and 200 m water resistance.
Polly Allcock, 12 Mar 2025 10:38
Maintenance-focused FreeBSD 13.5 now available (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

FreeBSD 13.5 launches with multiple tweaks, fixes, and updated packages

Unleashed as the sixth and final release of the stable/13 branch, FreeBSD 13.5 focuses on maintenance once again. In addition to the usual list of tweaks and fixes, this update also comes with refreshed third-party apps, including Inkscape 1.4, VLC 3.0.21, GTK 4.16.12, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Mar 2025 10:13
The fingerprint bug seems to be extremely rare (Image source: Google)

March update reportedly breaks fingerprint sensor on some Google Pixel phones

Google has pushed a new monthly Android update to its Pixel line. While it brings a handful of quality-of-life changes, some users report that the update makes the fingerprint sensor glitchy. Fortunately, the fix is easy.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Mar 2025 09:33
A promotional image for Katamari Damacy Rolling Live on Apple Arcade. (Image Source: Apple)

There's a new Katamari game coming to Apple Arcade

Katamari Damacy Rolling Live is the first new entry into the franchise in almost eight years. The game will be exclusive to Apple Arcade. You still play as the five-centimeter-tall prince, rolling up enough material to please the King of All Cosmos.
Rohith Bhaskar, 12 Mar 2025 09:00
Developers can create powerful AI agents with the new tools and API from OpenAI. (Image source: AI-generated, Dall-E 3)

OpenAI releases tools and API for developers to build AI agents for businesses

OpenAI's new Responses API and tools for creating agents supposedly allow businesses to quickly create customized AI agents to tackle complex customer requests, such as identifying the most suitable products for individual needs.
David Chien, 12 Mar 2025 07:16
The new Ubiquiti access points have a slightly revised design (Image source: Ubiquiti)

Ubiquiti U7 Pro XG and XGS: New tri-band WiFi 7 access points unveiled

Ubiquiti has introduced two new access points, namely the U7 Pro XG and the U7 Pro XGS. These devices support WiFi 7 (802.11be) on three frequency bands. The XGS variant is particularly strong in the 5GHz band due to an 8-stream design, and does not have to pause after radar activity.
Andreas Sebayang, 12 Mar 2025 03:00
XFX Quicksilver GPUs with custom 3D printed shrouds

XFX publishes free STL files for 3D printed AMD RX 9070 XT mods — even allows commercial use

3D printing enthusiasts can now print custom magnetic accent panels for their XFX AMD Radeon RX 9070 Quicksilver GPUs. XFX has also taken a surprisingly liberal stance when it comes to its designs.
Julian van der Merwe, 12 Mar 2025 02:11
Core Ultra 7 155H exhibiting throttling behavior by up to 25 percent on smaller laptop models (Image source: Intel)

Core Ultra 7 155H exhibiting throttling behavior by up to 25 percent on smaller laptop models

A 16-inch model can run the Core Ultra 7 155H processor up to 50 percent faster than on the 13-inch MSI Summit E13 AI Evo equipped with the same CPU option.
Allen Ngo, 12 Mar 2025 01:58
After testing over a dozen Arc 140V laptops, we now know which are the slowest and fastest models for gaming

After testing over a dozen Arc 140V laptops, we now know which are the slowest and fastest models for gaming

The slowest option can be between 15 to 30 percent slower than the fastest option currently in the market. The performance gap is nonetheless smaller than expected especially when compared to machines running on the older Iris Xe 96 EUs.
Allen Ngo, 12 Mar 2025 00:09
Mar 11
The Redmi K80 Pro. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi K90 series leaks highlight planned upgrades for upcoming sub-premium phones

New leaks have now revealed early information on Xiaomi's upcoming sub-premium Redmi K90 series. Significant camera upgrades are expected—including a potential periscope zoom lens—as well as larger displays and batteries.
Ricci Rox, 11 Mar 2025 23:47
Canon retro-styled camera AE-1 inspiration

Canon teases cheaper PowerShot compact cameras, new APS-C models, and retro EOS camera coming soon

Canon executives at Japan's CP+ show have hinted that new Canon compact cameras are on the way, confirming that the PowerShot V1 will be the flagship of the lot. They also dropped subtle hints that recent leaks of a new compact APS-C camera were credible.
Julian van der Merwe, 11 Mar 2025 23:15
The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro. (Image source: OnePlus)

Upcoming OnePlus phone tipped to feature a 6.83-inch display, Dimensity 9400+, and large battery

A new leak reveals details of an upcoming OnePlus phone, possibly a performance-focused device featuring the Dimensity 9400+ chipset. The leak also highlights its display and other key specifications.
Huzefa Baloch, 11 Mar 2025 22:52
Dino Crisis logo (Image source: Capcom)

Renewed hopes for new Dino Crisis game after Capcom files a trademark in Japan

Capcom followers are anxious to hear the roar of dinosaurs again. A trademark filing is keeping hopes alive for a Dino Crisis remake or new game. Unfortunately, the publisher seems more focused on the prehistoric beasts in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Adam Corsetti, 11 Mar 2025 22:44
The Prime charger has foldable prongs for better portability (Image source: Anker)

Deal | Anker Prime 100W GaN charger gets limited-time 37% discount on Amazon

Anker's compact wall plug offers two USB-C and one USB-A port. Thanks to an output of up to 100 watts, the Anker Prime is also suitable for larger devices such as tablets or some laptops.
Enrico Frahn, 11 Mar 2025 22:38
The Flip 7 is a new Bluetooth speaker (Image source: JBL)

JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth speaker with IP68 and Auracast now available for preorder

The JBL Flip 7 is a new Bluetooth speaker that should be very easy to transport. The American manufacturer advertises decent audio quality and long battery life.
Silvio Werner, 11 Mar 2025 21:47
Chrono Trigger is 30 years old, and Square Enix is working on related projects to celebrate. (Image source: Chrono Trigger wiki)

Square Enix celebrates 30th anniversary of Chrono Trigger, hints at "variety of projects" to come

Chrono Trigger, deemed by many as the best JRPG ever made, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. To honor the title, Square Enix will livestream music from the game and announced it plans to release a "variety of new projects" related to the title.
Sam Medley, 11 Mar 2025 21:08
Known overclocker Alva Jonathan shows the Radeon RX 9070 can outperform the RTX 4070 Ti Super even with reduced power consumption. (Image source: Microcenter)

Radeon RX 9070 undervolting yields surprising performance, still beats RTX 4070 Ti Super

Team Red has released highly capable GPUs at the mid-range that offer impressive performance numbers at stock settings, and even more so with some tweaking. The Radeon RX 9070 clearly offers better value than its Nvidia counterpart.
Vineet Washington, 11 Mar 2025 19:27
Battlefield Labs logo (Image source: EA)

Producer wants Battlefield 6 leaks removed and NDA preserved for playtest

The Battlefield 6 playtest is by invitation only, but leaks are making all gamers feel part of the experience. Despite glowing reactions to social media posts, the game's lead producer wants to keep the NDA in place.
Adam Corsetti, 11 Mar 2025 19:27
FragPunk AI generated splash screen

New hit FPS FragPunk criticised for using AI art in game assets

Despite topping Steam charts, FragPunk has received some scrutiny for its use of AI-generated in-game assets. NetEase and Bad Guitar have not commented on the allegations, and there is currently no mandatory disclosure of AI art on the game's Steam page.
Julian van der Merwe, 11 Mar 2025 19:21
From top to bottom, the Casio G-Shock Gravitymaster GRB300RY-1A9, Mudman GW9500MRY-1A9, and the Rangeman GPRH1000RY-1A9. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock Master of G watches with step counter and solar charging launched in the US

Casio’s Master of G series, including new Rangeman, Mudman, and Gravitymaster models, is now available in the US. The lineup, previously launched in Japan, features GPS tracking, sensor tech, and solar charging. Starts at $300.
Anubhav Sharma, 11 Mar 2025 18:57
The Ugreen Nexode 20000-mAh, 130-watt laptop power bank is currently on sale for its lowest-ever price on Amazon. (Image source: Ugreen)

Deal | Ugreen Nexode 130-watt laptop power bank discounted to lowest-ever price on Amazon

Capable power banks are a borderline necessity in the modern age. Thanks to an ongoing sale on Amazon, the Ugreen Nexode laptop power bank with a capacity of 20,000 mAh and a maximum output of 130 watts can now be purchased for a lucrative all-time low price once again on the platform.
Sambit Saha, 11 Mar 2025 18:55
The Apple M3 Ultra SoC shines in early GFXBench results, trading blows with high-end desktop GPUs from Nvidia and AMD. (Image source: Apple, Nvidia, edited)

Apple M3 Ultra crushes Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti in GPU benchmark, but falls short of RTX 5080

Apple's M3 Ultra SoC is a massive ARM chip that packs a powerful 32-core CPU and an 80-core GPU, allowing for performance that trades blows with high-end workstations. If the early GPU benchmark scores are anything to go by, it sure does seem that the M3 Ultra is ready to take on RDNA 4 and Nvidia RTX 50 GPUs in most if not all workloads.
Sambit Saha, 11 Mar 2025 18:50
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is essentially a larger Pixel 10 Pro (image source: Android Headline)

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL renders confirm no major design change over Pixel 9 Pro XL

New Google Pixel 10 Pro XL renders have been posted online. The smartphone retains its iconic design, and based on what we know so far, will just be a larger Pixel 10 Pro.
Anil Ganti, 11 Mar 2025 18:40
Powkiddy has shown its new V90 clamshell gaming handheld in multiple finishes so far. (Image source: Jdewitz via Retro Handhelds)

Powkiddy V90 returning to take its crown from Anbernic RG35XX SP and Miyoo Flip

In recent months, the Anbernic RG35XX SP and Miyoo Flip have sought to redefine the clamshell gaming handheld scene. Now, Powkiddy has teased the return of the V90 in the form of a Powkiddy V90 V2.0 variant.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 18:28
The Pixel 10 will have an almost identical design to the Pixel 9. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Pixel 10 renders show Google's base model is getting a telephoto camera this year

The Pixel 10 may look like its predecessor but an additional rear camera is Google's way of distinguishing it from the Pixel 9. It will also help set the base Pixel apart from the Pixel A series which has blurred the line between both series in recent years.
Habeeb Onawole, 11 Mar 2025 18:15
Huawei's Watch series tends to be its most expensive smartwatches, Watch 4 Pro Space Exploration edition pictured. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch 5 surfaces with eSIM support in early leak

The launch of the Huawei Watch 5 could be right around the corner. A recent certification indicates that Huawei plans to offer its next high-end smartwatch globally too, unlike some of its cheaper models.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 18:03
OptiScaler mod allows replacing DLSS2, FSR2, or XeSS upscalers with any other upscalers including FSR 4. (Image source: cdozdil/GitHub)

OptiScaler mod brings FSR4 to any game that supports DLSS2/XeSS

Modders bring FSR 4 support to games that already support other upscaling technologies. The implementation is in experimental stage, but it shows impressive performance in Cyberpunk 2077.
Vineet Washington, 11 Mar 2025 17:43
Home Assistant has received Matter certification from the CSA. (Image source: Home Assistant)

Home Assistant smart home automation software now Matter certified

Home Assistant has announced that it has received Matter certification from the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA). The Home Assistant interface and Open Home Foundation Matter Server have been certified under different classifications. The company hopes that this will attract new users and brands to its platform.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2025 17:35
From left to right, Casio MTD-125D-2A3V, MTD-125D-1A3V, and MTD-125D-7AV. (Image source: Casio)

3 new Casio MTD-125D watch colorways spotted online ahead of launch

Casio’s MTD-125D series is getting three new colorways - black, blue, and white - spotted on the official website. Expected in March 2025, they retain the 100m water resistance and sporty dive-style design.
Anubhav Sharma, 11 Mar 2025 17:33
Garmin is testing out new Voice Assistant functionality on the Vivoactive 5 and Venu 3 with the pair's latest beta update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin begins testing improved Voice Assistant interactions for Android smartphones on Vivoactive 5 and Venu 3 smartwatches

Garmin has started testing new improvements for the Vivoactive 5 and Venu 3 on its Beta Program. Available to download for free globally, Beta 13.18 is the first opportunity to test improved Voice Assistant interactions on numerous Android smartphones.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 17:24
Retroid's solution for Pocket Mini display issues has not been well received. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid shares new solutions for Pocket Mini display shader woes

Retroid may be busy teasing its forthcoming Pocket Flip 2 and Pocket Mini gaming handhelds. However, it has been caught up in the fallout from its initial attempt to resolve a hardware issue affecting all Retroid Pocket Mini units. Now, it has revealed plans for a future hardware revision while also providing updates for existing compensation packages.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 17:15
Somehow, the Orange Pi RV2 is available before its predecessor. (Image source: Orange Pi)

Orange Pi RV2 released as new RISC-V single-board computer with PCIe 2.0 and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity

Orange Pi has released a new RISC-V based single-board computer. Arriving less than six months after the Orange Pi RV, the Orange Pi RV2 contains upgrades in various areas and is already available to purchase globally.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 17:03
An update for the Zepp app appears to be causing issues with Exertion Score. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit smartwatch users flag Exertion score issue after new update

A recent update for the Zepp app appears to be causing issues with the Exertion score metric. Several users have discussed the problem on Reddit, flagging that recent activities are not improving their scores as expected. Plus, it appears that this bug could affect other workout-related metrics.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2025 16:52
The Nuki Smart Lock Pro (5th Gen) is now available. (Image source: Nuki)

Nuki Smart Lock Pro: New cheaper model arrives with upgrades

The Nuki Smart Lock Pro (5th Gen) has been released in countries across Europe. It features various upgrades over its predecessor, including a new brushless motor with multiple locking speeds. On top of this, the most recent version is cheaper and more compact than the fourth-generation device.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2025 16:48
Here's our first look at the Google Pixel 10 Pro (image source: Android Headlines)

New Google Pixel 10 Pro leak reveals minimal design changes

OnLeaks and Android Headlines have shown off what Google's upcoming Pixel 10 Pro could look like. Design-wise, it will look similar to the Pixel 9 Pro, complete with a horizontal camera housing at the back.
Anil Ganti, 11 Mar 2025 16:40

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