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The 2025 Steam Autumn Sale is now live, offering discounts on hundreds of games. We've selected a handful of titles that are worth picking up, and they're available for just under $10.

Grand Seiko has revealed a new limited edition model: the Spring Drive U.F.A SLGB005. This timepiece has a textured dial, protected by sapphire glass, and surrounded by Ever-Brilliant Steel casing. Plus, it is marketed as an Ultra Fine Accuracy (U.F.A.) model with 10 bar water resistance.

SwitchBot has introduced the Smart Video Doorbell for the CA, UK, and EU markets. The company’s new video doorbell is equipped with 2K resolution and offers color night vision as well as a 165° wide-angle view. On top of that, it comes with AI-powered detection, which is capable of identifying motion, people, pets, and vehicles.

Casio has released two new hybrid G-Shock watches in Japan. These smaller timepieces are radio-controlled with support for world time, and they also offer Tough Solar charging technology. Plus, the BGA-1100DC-1A and BGA-1100DC-5A watches have muted colors and a metal bezel.

The Open Printer features a modular and highly repairable design, and while it uses the popular HP 63 cartridges, it lacks DRM blocks that lock out third-party cartridges. It also allows printing on paper rolls, so you can either use the in-built cutter to make A4 sheets, or print longer items like banners. The Open Printer will be launched via a crowdfunding campaign soon.

OnePlus has announced that its next flagship, the OnePlus 15, will launch globally in a new dune-coloured “Sand Storm” edition. The model introduces aerospace-grade Micro-Arc Oxidation (MAO) coating on the middle frame and camera deco, paired with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 platform.

Copies of Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 are already out in the wild, with multiple gamers posting their loot even as the official launch date of Oct 2 holds for most physical and digital preorders alike.

Roborock has launched a new model in China: the P20 Living Water Edition (machine translated). This robot vacuum and mop is the first from the brand to feature a roller mop rather than rotating mop heads. It also offers relatively strong suction power and comes with a self-cleaning docking station.

In Title_Pending, you play a game tester trapped in an unfinished video game – and Steam players seem to love it. For the first time, it's available at a massive 90% discount until September 30, bringing the price to just about $1.

At the Los Angeles Comic Con, Dan Houser revealed the best games he's ever worked on. And against all odds, it wasn't GTA V, a title that has left its mark on millions of gamers around the world.

Apple has launched its Foundation Models framework with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26, enabling apps like SmartGym, Stoic, CellWalk, and VLLO to add new on-device AI features.

The plot twist, which brought into focus the 'Nazi leanings' of the emote, seems to have even caught game developer and publisher Epic Games by surprise.

A known leaker has shared specifications for the OnePlus 15, some of which are new while some have been reiterated. The phone is expected to be unveiled in China on October 27 at a lower price than its predecessor. Update: The leak actually refers to the OnePlus Ace 6 and not the OnePlus 15, but the former is expected to be rebranded as the OnePlus 15R for the global markets.

8BitDo has finally started offering the Pro 3 in a rumoured fourth colour option. Perhaps even more vibrant than expected, the new version ships with a colour-matched dock and 2.4 GHz USB connector too.

A new Amazfit software update, version 3.24.6.2, has been reported by users of the Balance 2 smartwatch. The release is said to bring support for a running accessory and improvements for those who also use the brand’s Helio Strap. Plus, the company has tackled an issue linked to the new BioCharge feature.

Philips Hue has released a new collection of smart lighting effects. Appearing after a recent app update, though not acknowledged in the change log, the range includes many new fall-themed color schemes. Plus, there is a 24-hour scene which will automatically adjust throughout the day.

After an announcement at CES 2025, Hyperkin has begun accepting pe-orders for its The Competitor wired controller for Xbox. Available in only two colors for now, the controller has a segmented D-pad and symmetrical Hall Effect thumbsticks like a PS5 DualSense controller.

The 37-second Borderlands 4 Vault Hunter teaser trailer offers a small glimpse at what Gearbox promises will be a content-loaded pipeline for Borderlands 4 in coming days.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro smartwatch is receiving another update. The software version 2.4.2.1 release brings improvements to integrations with two training-related apps. Plus, this update also includes two bug fixes alongside a change to the way in which users must end workouts going forward.

EA is set to leave Wall Street in a record-shattering $55 billion all-cash takeover by a global investor consortium. The landmark deal promises to reshape the gaming industry, keeping iconic franchises like FIFA, Battlefield, and The Sims under private control — and putting Electronic Arts at the center of the industry's biggest-ever buyout.

As many as 5 Lego titles have been potentially confirmed, thanks to a banner being displayed early last week at the Zurich Pop Con, even as an official statement has yet to be made on the matter.

The precursor to the Xiaomi Poco F8 has turned up on Geekbench across several early benchmark listings. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, the Xiaomi Redmi K90 outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra even at this early stage in part thanks to also containing 16 GB of RAM.

According to the Polish site PPE, a revised PS5 Pro model with improved power efficiency will soon reach stores. The same leak includes news about a new PS5 controller known as the DualSense V3. This accessory would allow gamers to extend playtime with replaceable battery packs.

Samsung is rolling out the stable One UI 8 update, based on Android 16, to the entire Galaxy S23 series, including the FE model. This major system overhaul brings a revamped DeX experience, enhanced security, and smarter productivity tools.

One year in a house. A computer, but no internet. Which three games would help a gamer get through it? That’s the question sparking a lively discussion on Reddit. The thread carries a touch of nostalgia, but it also reads like an unofficial list of Reddit’s most enduring games.

Anker has released another new accessory in the US: the Prime Wireless Car Charger (MagGo, AirCool, Pad). It is a Qi2 certified charger, with TEC active cooling technology, and is designed to fix to your car’s air vents. Plus, the charging accessory launches with an introductory offer.

The BatleXP Flip is a clamshell handheld aimed at playing retro games up to and including titles from the Nintendo 64 and Sony PlayStation Portable catalogues. Available for under $75 in a choice of two colours, the BatleXP Flip is a dead-ringer for an Anbernic handheld, just like the BatleXP G350 before it.

Qualcomm has revealed some benchmarks for the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E-96-100. It can match Apple's M4 series in CPU performance but falls off when it comes to GPU performance.

New rumours suggest that Apple is sticking working towards introducing almost a dozen iPhones between the start of 2026 and the end of 2027. The iPhone 19 series may make way for iPhone 20 models though, mirroring Xiaomi's recent naming scheme change.

The Casio G-Shock GW-BX5600, expected to release soon, is now leaked to be priced at ¥30,800 in Japan. It will come with a new MIP display and Bluetooth, making this a major upgrade over the classic GW-M5610U.

The BenQ TK705i and TK705STi Home Entertainment projectors have been launched in Europe. They both offer 4K images up to 150 inches wide, at a relatively high brightness level. The only difference is the throw ratio, with the TK705STi short throw model suited to smaller spaces.

The Baseus BP1 have launched in China as new affordable wireless earbuds with ANC and long battery life. With the case, the total runtime is rated at 41 hours, and the noise-cancelling buds cost CNY 142, around $20.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 Super GPUs were initially expected to land sometime in Q4 2025. However, subsequent leaks have continued to push the release window back. According to information revealed by Benchlife, the GeForce RTX 50 cards aren't expected at CES 2026.

Apple is expected to launch a whole range of new Macs in the coming months. The M5-based MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, as well as two new Apple Studio Displays, are set to enter mass production soon, according to a highly reliable source.

Oppo Find X9 Pro vs Hasselblad X2D II 100C. A fair comparison? Certainly not, but this did not stop an Oppo executive from comparing it to a full-fledged medium-format mirrorless Hasselblad camera. Can the Oppo Find X9 Pro's 200-MP telephoto sensor even come close to the 100-MP original?

The Anker Prime Charger (160W, 3 Ports, Smart Display) is now available in the US. Also on the way to markets like Europe, this portable accessory has been launched with a discount. It offers various charging modes, with different power distribution, and further controls are available through the brand’s app.

MagicX has updated the Zero 40 with a fresh colour option. Offered as Emerald Green, the new MagicX Zero 40 variant comes in two memory options with a $71 starting price at launch.

CMF's first pair of headphones stands out from the competition with a modular design that allows for colorful customization. The Headphone Pro also have an impressive battery life, hybrid ANC, and an affordable price tag that the brand is known for.

Asus has introduced the ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDNG, a new 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor that replaces the ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG in many areas. Sporting a 1440p resolution and a 360 Hz refresh rate, the ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDNG sadly misses out on the versatile USB Type-C port found in the ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG.

The Moto X70 Air has been officially teased in China. This new teaser image shows a slim phone, and Lenovo notes that it will be "as light as Air." It's expected to launch globally as the Motorola Edge 70, which has recently leaked.

The Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W) has been released in the US, and it will reach more countries in the next few weeks. The device arrives with a launch discount at the brand’s online store and Amazon. Features of the device include 140W USB-C outputs and 250W fast recharging.

The first Apple MacBook Pro with OLED display and fast M6 processor family will see Samsung as an exclusive screen supplier. Samsung has now disclosed when its 8.6th-gen OLED line for laptop displays is expected to start mass production of such panels.

Asus is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a special giveaway, and the prize is Nvidia's RTX 5090. To win the card, you'll have to participate in the DreamCraft challenge, and the entries will close on October 31.

The Boox InkSense Plus Stylus arrives as a replacement for the discontinued InkSense Stylus. The new stylus has a larger battery, smaller pen tip, and a g-sensor that automatically wakes it when picked up.

Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Air M4 is currently discounted on Amazon, offering a notable price drop. The deal makes it cheaper than buying directly from Apple, and the laptop itself has earned strong reviews for its performance and battery life.

Footage showing what could be Anbernic's next retro gaming handheld has surfaced online. Rumoured to be the Anbernic RG DS, the device is the spitting image of the Nintendo DS Lite and Nintendo DSi.

While GTA 6 is eagerly awaited by gamers around the world, it could be completely different from other titles in the franchise. And that doesn't seem to please some fans.

The Xiaomi 17 series appears quite impressive on paper with considerable hardware improvements. However, despite these hardware upgrades, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has claimed that the Xiaomi 17 series will sell less than the Xiaomi 15 due to weak demand for the base Xiaomi 17.

A new rechargeable zinc battery developed by Monash University delivers stable performance over 74 days and reaches an energy density of 997 Wh/kg. This advance marks a milestone for zinc-air technology and practical applications.

Lenovo's Yoga 7 14 Gen 10 convertible arrives with an AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, 16 GB of RAM, a 1 TB SSD, and a bright 1,200p OLED panel. Unfortunately, the USB-C ports are limited to 10 Gbps transfer speeds, but they both support Power Delivery and video output, with one even having DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR10.