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Mar 11, 2025
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
The gaming handheld portion spins around to reveal gamepad buttons. (Image source: Wistron via iF Design)

Wistron Dual Fusion: iF Design Award winner reimagines the dividing line between laptop and gaming handheld

The Wistron Dual Fusion is the latest concept to be awarded an iF Design Award. While the Dual Fusion resembles a laptop at first glance, it has a full-blown gaming handheld hidden within it.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 16:40
Rockstar could be less than a month away from revealing its second GTA VI trailer. (Image source: Rockstar Games)

GTA 6 Trailer 2: Possible release date discovery mirrors insider analysis

Rockstar Games released the first trailer for GTA 6 over a year ago. Based on new analyses, GTA 6 Trailer 2 could be right around the corner and with us in less than a month's time.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 16:30
Tesla will install or replace Superchargers faster with new stall foundation (Image source: Ondrej Bacina/X)

Tesla speeds Supercharger installations up with new foundation that skips concrete

Tesla has found an even quicker method to install or replace Superchargers than its Prefabricated Supercharger Unit concept that had them shipped wired on concrete foundation.
Daniel Zlatev, 11 Mar 2025 16:28
The Vivo X200 Ultra is expected to officially debut next month in China. (Image source: via Weibo)

Vivo X200 Ultra tipped to impress with 35 mm primary and improved telephoto cameras

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is the latest 'Ultra' smartphone to hit the market. The Vivo X200 Ultra will not be far behind it, though. According to a new report, not only will Vivo's next Ultra smartphone adopt a 35 mm primary camera, but it could also surpass the Xiaomi 15 Ultra with a more light-sensitive telephoto camera.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 16:19
The iQOO Neo 10R comes in Racing Blue and MoonKnight Titanium colorways (Image source: iQOO)

iQOO Neo 10R launches with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and a large 6,400 mAh battery

The iQOO Neo 10R has made its official debut in India. iQOO’s new midrange gaming smartphone arrives with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, a 144 Hz AMOLED display, a 50 MP primary camera, and a 6,400 mAh battery that supports 80 W wired charging. It’s now available for pre-order via Amazon in India.
Abhinav Fating, 11 Mar 2025 16:06
Acer Nitro 50 prebuilt gaming PC (Image source: Acer)

RTX 5060 with 8GB GDDR7 memory spotted in leaked Acer prebuilt gaming PC listing

As buyers await the Nvidia RTX 5060 debut, manufacturers are preparing gaming PCs using the GPU. A leak from a French online retailer gives insight into the value of the Blackwell card. Official confirmation of RTX 5060 specs and price could happen within the next week.
Adam Corsetti, 11 Mar 2025 16:02
The Tensor G5 could be limited to UFS 3.1 support. (Image Source: Google)

Tensor G5: Google Pixel 10 series chipset said to be yet another underwhelming performer

Google is set to launch the Pixel 10 series later in the year. The phones will be powered by the Tensor G5—the first chipset in the lineup to be built by TSMC instead of Samsung—and while some would expect that switch to come with massive performance upgrades, word on the grapevines indicates the contrary.
Ricci Rox, 11 Mar 2025 15:39
MSI Claw 8 AI+ (Image source: Notebookcheck)

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ gaming handheld's hardware is good, but its software still needs some fine-tuning

MSI's new Claw 8 AI+ is currently one of the best gaming handhelds on the market, but at $899.99, it also isn't cheap. Its hardware is good, but MSI really needs to improve its software.
Andreas Osthoff, 11 Mar 2025 15:30
Until March 13, Hotline Miami is available on Steam with an 80% discount for $2 instead of $9.99. (Image source: Steam)

Indie classic available for just $2 – nearly 90K "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews on Steam

With nearly 90,000 reviews and an impressive 97% positive rating, the message is clear – fans of fast-paced, brutal gameplay could get their money’s worth with this top-down shooter. Right now, Hotline Miami is available on Steam for just $2, thanks to an 80% discount.
Marius Müller, 11 Mar 2025 15:11
The Xiaomi 14T (pictured) will be getting a successor this year. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Official confirmation of Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 15T Pro surfaces

The Xiaomi T-series will be getting new models this year. Expected to launch as the Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 15T Pro, evidence of the phones' existence has been found in a software's codebase.
Habeeb Onawole, 11 Mar 2025 15:05
OnePlus 13R review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Test verdict on the OnePlus 13R: The attractive smartphone partly fails its objectives

If you're on the hunt for an upper-class phone with very long battery life and a well-rounded overall package, then the OnePlus 13R may be the perfect companion for you. However, our test of the OnePlus phone also revealed some shortcomings that you should consider before making a purchase.
Marcus Herbrich, 11 Mar 2025 14:55
The single-player MMO Erenshor will enter Early Access on April 14. (Image source: Steam)

Steam: New MMO is actually a single-player game – demo rated 98% positive

MMORPG fans who enjoy solo play might find this title intriguing. Erenshor offers an MMO world populated entirely by AI-driven players and is set to launch in Early Access soon.
Marius Müller, 11 Mar 2025 14:54
EA introduces some significant changes with Battlefield 6 that should contribute to more precise gunplay and smoother movement. (YouTube / Punish)

Battlefield 6: New gameplay footage reveals big gunplay and movement tweaks

EA appears to have taken lessons from Battlefield 2042’s missteps and is making major gameplay improvements in Battlefield 6. A leaked video from the Battlefield Labs test reveals the first footage, showcasing tighter gunplay and smoother movement.
Marius Müller, 11 Mar 2025 14:46
The Cybertruck's gigacast aluminum frame deforms easier than a RAM 2500 steel one (Image source: JerryRig/YT)

Cybertruck vs RAM 2500 towing hitch load test breaks Tesla's gigacast aluminum rear

Tesla uses aluminum gigacasts for the front and rear of its Cybertruck electric pickup, and the material was put to the test with a trailer towing hitch downforce against the steel frame of an old RAM 2500 pickup.
Daniel Zlatev, 11 Mar 2025 14:44
This new kickstarter project aims to bridge the gap between laptops and desktops (image source: Kickstarter)

Liquid-cooled laptop chassis with support for desktop motherboard, CPU and graphics card appears on Kickstarter

A new kickstarter project aims to fit desktop-grade parts (even a RTX 5090) in side a laptop chassis. It will use an elaborate water cooling loop to keep thermals in check.
Anil Ganti, 11 Mar 2025 13:54
The Decathlon Stilus Off Road 29-inch hardtail e-bike is now available in the Netherlands, France, Spain and Ireland. (Image source: Decathlon)

Decathlon Stilus Off Road hardtail e-bike now available in more countries

The Decathlon Stilus Off Road 29-inch hardtail e-bike has arrived in more European countries following its launch at the start of the month. This off-road model is designed for beginners, offering a strong feature set at an attractive price. For example, the 29-inch semi-rigid electric mountain bike is powered by a Star Union engine with up to 110Nm torque.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2025 13:24
The Anker Nano Travel Adapter (5-in-1, 20W) is now available in the US. (Image source: Anker)

Anker 5-in-1 Nano Travel Adapter now available in the US

The Anker Nano Travel Adapter (5-in-1, 20W) has been released in the US following its launch in one European country earlier this year. It can be used in over 200 countries thanks to folding and retracting pins; the latter has a slide and push design. The accessory allows you to power five devices simultaneously and has various safety features.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2025 13:22
TCL's Q10L QD-Mini LED TV has been unveiled in China. (Image source: TCL)

TCL's new Q10L QD-Mini LED TV with DeepSeek integration arrives

The TCL Q10L QD-Mini LED TV has been unveiled in China, in sizes ranging from 65-inch to 98-inch. This 4K model offers up to 5,000 nits peak brightness, with an HVA panel for an enhanced contrast ratio and a ZeroBorder design. Plus, it is said to offer an integration with DeepSeek.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2025 13:20
Casio will launch the new GA-V01 watch in the UK in the near future. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio G-Shock GA-V01 watches coming soon to the UK

Casio has announced that its G-Shock GA-V01 watch will be launched in the UK. Four versions of this new model are listed at the G-Shock UK store as “Coming Soon”, where the price has also been unveiled. Features include up to 10 years battery life, new Shock Release Hand technology and a range of modes.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2025 13:16
The Asus Vivobook S 14 features Windows Hello facial recognition. (Image source: Asus, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Portable Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED laptop is phenomenal value as it is now 47% cheaper than list price

The Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED laptop has, once again, dropped in price. The latest discount brings the final price of laptop to an astounding 47% less than the list MSRP. So, with a Core Ultra 5 226V, 16 GB of RAM, and an OLED display, the Asus Vivobook S 14 present a mouth-watering value.
Fawad Murtaza, 11 Mar 2025 12:19
The Retroid Pocket Classic will support 27 W wired fast charging. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket Classic specs revealed with Qualcomm 4 nm chipset teased

Retroid has now revealed more technical specifications for its next vertical gaming handheld. While plenty more is known about the Retroid Pocket Classic, the company has left the device's chipset up to speculation for the time being.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 12:04
An Xbox-branded handheld is reportedly due to launch sometime in 2025 (image source: Leonardo.ai)

Xbox-branded handheld rumoured to arrive later this year

Microsoft is reportedly working with a well-known PC OEM to develop what could be the world's first Xbox-certified handheld code-named Project Keenan. It will run Windows 11 and likely be powered by a Ryzen Z2 chip.
Anil Ganti, 11 Mar 2025 12:01
The Edge 60 Stylus will sport an integrated stylus just like the latest Moto G Stylus 5G, pictured. (Image source: Motorola)

New leak reveals Motorola Edge 60 Stylus variant

Integrated stylus support will be returning to the Motorola Edge line later this year after a three-year absence. While a previous leak only hinted at a special stylus variant of the Edge 60, a fresh image appears to have confirmed the device's existence.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 11:20
A landscape shot from Ghost of Tsushima showcasing Jin standing on a mountain overlooking the island. (Image Source: Steam)

Ghost of Tsushima is now 33% off on Steam for a limited time

The critically acclaimed open-world action-adventure game is 33% off as part of a special midweek deal on Steam. The Director's Cut edition features all the content released for the game, including the Iki Island DLC and Legends, the multiplayer co-op mode.
Rohith Bhaskar, 11 Mar 2025 11:12
The RTX 5060 is allegedly launching much sooner than the RTX 4060 pictured above. (Image source: Asus, Unsplash, edited)

RTX 5060 specs leak: Potential $299 RTX 50 GPU could be impressive value vs RTX 4060 with 25% more CUDA cores

Specs of the RTX 5060 have leaked online, giving us a look at the card's Blackwell GPU, CUDA cores, TDP, and more. Per the information, the RTX 5060 features around 25% more CUDA cores and a 30% higher TDP.
Fawad Murtaza, 11 Mar 2025 10:01
An EV6 with V2L. Electric vehicles kept homes powered during Cyclone Alfred blackouts in Australia (Image source: Kia)

Electric vehicles shine as home power solutions during Cyclone Alfred blackouts in Australia

Australia is counting its losses after Cyclone Alfred, with more than 450,000 homes affected by blackouts. However, electric cars have risen to the occasion by keeping homes powered with their batteries.
David Odejide, 11 Mar 2025 09:03
The 70mai 4K Omni dash cam can capture up to 4k/60 fps footage (Image source: 70mai)

70mai unveils new 360° rotating 4K Omni dash cam with Sony Starvis 2 night vision

70mai has launched a new dash cam, the 4K Omni. With a list price of $329.99, the 4K Omni dash cam features a 340° rotating design, night vision, 70mai’s Lumi Vision, HDR, AI motion detection 2.0, built-in GPS, collision detection, and WiFi 6 connectivity for high-speed transfers. It’s now available in the US via Amazon.
Abhinav Fating, 11 Mar 2025 08:00

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