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Feb 27, 2025
The Surface Laptop 7 Intel series cuts a fine figure in early battery life tests. (Image source: Microsoft - edited)

New Microsoft Surface Laptop releases shown to match Qualcomm Snapdragon X laptops for battery life

One of the main selling points for Qualcomm Snapdragon X laptops is their excellent battery life. While that may be true, early tests of Microsoft's new Surface Laptop releases with Intel Lunar Lake processors have been shown to match or surpass their Qualcomm rivals in some cases.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 16:07
Raspberry Pi Pico 1 boards can benefit from this clock speed boost, too. (Image source: Raspberry Pi)

Raspberry Pi details speed boost for Raspberry Pi Pico boards via new update

Raspberry Pi has rolled out a speed boost to its RP2040 microcontroller. Rolling out via a new SDK, the improvement comes courtesy of an official overclock that takes the RP2040 beyond the newer RP2350 in this regard.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 15:59
The Kingbull Hunter 2.0 e-bike has a range of 55 miles (~88.5 km) (Image source: Kingbull)

Kingbull Hunter 2.0: New mountain fat-tire e-bike launches with 55-mile range and hydraulic braking system

Kingbull has introduced the new Hunter 2.0 e-bike in the US. The company’s latest mountain e-bike has a 720 Wh battery, enabling you to ride for up to 55 miles (~88.5 km) on a single charge. A 750 W motor provides a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph). It is now available for purchase directly from Kingbull’s official website.
Abhinav Fating, 27 Feb 2025 15:44
The PlayStation VR2 works with the PlayStation 5 and PC. (Image source: Sony)

Sony announces a permanent price cut for PSVR 2, undercutting the Meta Quest 3

Two years after its release, Sony has announced it is permanently slashing the price of the PSVR2 across all regions. The price cut should help the Japanese tech giant sell more units of the headset which has had poor sales since its launch in 2023.
Habeeb Onawole, 27 Feb 2025 15:40
XMG NEO 16 2025 lineup targeted at gamers and content creators (Image Source: XMG)

XMG starts pre-selling NEO 16 2025 laptops with up to an RTX 5090 GPU and Intel Arrow Lake / AMD Ryzen 9000X3D APUs

Initially announced only with Intel Arrow Lake mobile processors, the NEO 16 2025 laptops are now launching with additional AMD Ryzen 9000/X3D APU options. The E25 (Intel) and A25 (AMD) variants are available for pre-sale with RTX 5090 / 5080 / 5070 Ti GPU options, up to 96 GB RAM, up to dual 8 TB SSD storage and up to a 16-inch Mini LED 300 Hz 2560 x 1600 display.
Bogdan Solca, 27 Feb 2025 15:00
Xiaomi offers its new Photography Kit in two finishes this time. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi details overhauled Photography Kit for Xiaomi 15 Ultra release

Xiaomi has overhauled its Photography Kit accessory as part of today's launch event. Only compatible with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the new Photography Kit offers improvements like a larger battery and a new design, as well as a few hidden features.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 14:41
Stars Reach was able to reach its funding goal on Kickstarter in just one hour. (Image source: Stars Reach)

Blazing start: New MMO hits Kickstarter goal in just one hour

The ambitious MMORPG project Stars Reach, which is partly financed via crowdfunding, was able to reach its funding target of $200,000 on Kickstarter in just one hour. In the meantime, the first stretch goal has also already been reached.
Marius Müller, 27 Feb 2025 14:23
Amnesia: The Dark Descent is available on Steam until March 3 for around $3 instead of $19.50. (Image source: Steam)

Steam deal: Horror classic with 18K positive reviews now under $3

Right now, gamers can grab a true horror classic on Steam at a great price. With over 18,000 reviews and a 95% positive rating, Amnesia: The Dark Descent has more than earned its reputation.
Marius Müller, 27 Feb 2025 14:14
Alexa+ is set to launch in the USA in March 2025. (Image source: Amazon)

Alexa+ announced: Amazon's AI assistant gets more autonomy

Amazon has unveiled Alexa+, an upgraded version of its voice assistant. It promises more natural conversations and the ability to handle certain tasks autonomously.
Marius Müller, 27 Feb 2025 14:08
The Vivo X200 Ultra will be one of many 'Ultra' flagships released this year. (Image source: via Weibo)

Vivo X200 Ultra: Latest leak reveals camera specs of new flagship contender

Xiaomi has just delivered the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. However, other 'Ultra' branded smartphones are on the horizon. One future rival is the Vivo X200 Ultra, whose camera hardware has now been detailed by a new leak.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 13:57
The Galaxy M16 5G is the first example of Samsung's new Xperia-style camera housing. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy M16 5G: Samsung showcases new Sony Xperia-style camera design with the promise of 6 Android updates

Samsung has expanded its Galaxy M series with a new 5G model. Arriving with the promise of 6 Android updates, the Galaxy M16 5G is also the first outing for Samsung's new design language, which is expected to soon grace the Galaxy A26, Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 13:51
The Govee Square Ceiling light will follow the original Ceiling Light (above). (Image source: Govee)

New Govee Ceiling Light with Razer Chroma support spotted

Govee is expected to launch a new Square Ceiling Light in the near future. This model would follow the original round Ceiling Light and is said to share similarities with another product from the brand. Plus, one product listing indicates that it will support Razer Chroma RGB for an immersive gaming experience.
Polly Allcock, 27 Feb 2025 13:49
Xiaomi 15 Ultra is official in China (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi 15 Ultra launches with revamped Leica camera setup

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has made its official debut in China. One of its main highlights is the revamped camera setup, with the star of the show being the 200 MP periscope telephoto. It also sports a larger battery than its predecessor.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Feb 2025 13:48
A new Ugreen 20000mAh 22.5W Power Bank has been released in Europe. (Image source: Ugreen)

Ugreen 20000mAh 22.5W Power Bank with two cables now available

Ugreen has launched the 20000mAh 22.5W Power Bank with Built-in Cable in Europe. The accessory, sold via Amazon, has two USB-C cables attached and can be used to charge three devices simultaneously. Plus, there is a built-in display with emoji indicators and a low current mode.
Polly Allcock, 27 Feb 2025 13:47
Zepp Health is pushing the new 3.25.11.1 update to more Amazfit Balance smartwatch users. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Balance smartwatch update now rolling out to more users

A new Amazfit Balance smartwatch update, version 3.25.11.1, is now rolling out to all users worldwide. The release began a couple of weeks ago, though it was only available in some countries. Plus, a more detailed change log reveals that the update also brings support for remote DJI drone controls.
Polly Allcock, 27 Feb 2025 13:45
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 features a 1080p webcam with an IR blaster for secure facial login. (Image source: Andreas Osthoff for Notebookcheck)

Deal | Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 enjoys huge 44% price drop for Snapdragon X Elite SKU with 1 TB of storage

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 with a 13.8-inch IPS touch display is one of the premier Snapdragon-based Windows laptops. However, the machine can get quite expensive if equipped with 1 TB of storage. Thankfully, the notebook is now on sale at a big discount.
Fawad Murtaza, 27 Feb 2025 12:44
The Nothing Phone (3a) series will be unveiled on March 4. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Nothing Phone (3a) series will offer disappointing software support

The Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro's new design and features may be marred by its poor software support when compared to that of rivals. However, there's still a chance for Nothing to make amends.
Habeeb Onawole, 27 Feb 2025 12:28
The Galaxy S25 series is available globally with the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy S26: Conflicting reports emerge about Exynos and Snapdragon chipset usage

The launch of the Galaxy S26 series is almost a year away. Nonetheless, sources have already started offering insights into what to expect from Samsung's next flagships. The jury is out on whether Exynos will return for the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus, though.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 12:27
It's possible the GeForce RTX 5090D was overclocked for the PassMark benchmark run. (Image source: Nvidia/PassMark - edited)

Overpowered GeForce RTX 5090D takes huge lead over RTX 4090 in benchmark chart and doubles DirectX 12 test result

An Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090D graphics card has appeared on PassMark and delivered an incredible result despite having to overcome a couple of potential challenges. The RTX 5090D topped the high-end video card chart by an impressive margin while also managing to produce double the DirectX 12 test result of the RTX 4090.
Daniel R Deakin, 27 Feb 2025 12:27
The global version of the Xiaomi 15 should match its Chinese counterpart with 50 W wireless charging. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15: Global model leaks with worse battery capacity than expected

The Xiaomi 15 is on the verge of being released globally. Based on a new leak, Xiaomi plans to offer the device in fewer colours than it does in China. While that is hardly surprising, it also appears that Xiaomi has a surprise in store when it comes to battery life.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 12:23
Helegaly's new gaming handheld may launch in three colourways. (Image source: via Retro Handhelds)

Helegaly: New Powkiddy X35H gaming handheld clone revealed with unusual Allwinner A527 chipset

Early details about a new Helegaly gaming handheld have emerged online. Sporting a design that leans heavily into the recent Powkiddy X35H, the device is said to get close to the Anbernic RG405V and RG405M in terms of performance.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 12:21
Unlike Oppo's Find N5, the Magic V4 could sport the 8-core Snapdragon 8 Elite. Pictured: Honor Magic V3. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Honor exec suggests Magic V4 will beat Find N5 in terms of performance

The Honor Magic V4 is expected to go against the Oppo Find N5 in terms of thickness, and it seems the foldable will beat Oppo's latest offering in terms of performance. At least, that's what one of the company officials has suggested.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Feb 2025 12:02
Epic Games' latest deal is worth $19.99. (Image source: Epic Games)

The Epic Games Store is now giving away a new free game, but only for a short time

The Epic Games Store has refreshed its free game giveaway program with a new title. Running alongside two surprise Android and iOS giveaways, this week's free PC game is another indie game that has been well-received across its Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch releases.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 11:14
The Logitech G Pro X SE wired gaming headset with Pro G-series 50 mm drivers is now $30 off on Amazon (Image source: Logitech)

Deal | Logitech G Pro X SE gaming headset with 50 mm drivers drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

Logitech’s G Pro X SE gaming headphone is currently available on Amazon for just $69.99, after a 30% discount. The gaming headphones feature the company’s 50 mm Pro-G series drivers and weigh 320 grams (0.7 lbs) for maximum comfort over extended gaming sessions.
Abhinav Fating, 27 Feb 2025 11:11
Lenovo's MWC 2025 lineup just got a whole lot more exciting (image source: Evan Blass on X)

New leak shows off Lenovo's solar-powered laptop concept and multi-monitor arm

Lenovo's already stacked MWC 2025 lineup might get supplemented by two more intriguing products. The first one is a monitor arm that lets you seamlessly add extra displays, and the other concept envisions a laptop that charges itself with an integrated solar panel.
Anil Ganti, 27 Feb 2025 10:47
The successor to the Galaxy Tab S9 FE series will get display and RAM upgrades. (Image source: Samsung)

Leak reveals bigger screen and more RAM for Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10 FE series

Samsung is expected to refresh its Galaxy Tab FE series tablets with new models, but while it is keeping the details to itself, there are already leaks floating around. The latest reveals details about the display sizes, RAM, and storage configuration for the upcoming Galaxy Tab S10 FE series.
Habeeb Onawole, 27 Feb 2025 10:16
The Galaxy S25 Edge. (Image Source: Mishaal Rahman)

Alleged Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch date emerges in new leak

A new leak from Korea has now revealed an exact launch date for the fourth model in the Galaxy S25 series—the Galaxy S25 Edge. The phone is reportedly set to be launched in mid-April, with wide availability tipped for May.
Ricci Rox, 27 Feb 2025 10:07
We finally might get a new Half-Life game this year (image source: generated with Grok)

Half-Life 3 rumours pick up steam thanks to data mined from new DOTA 2 update

A recent data mine of the recent DOTA 2 update has revealed a treasure trove of information about Valve's upcoming project. HLX, supposedly a codename for Half-Life 3, got a ton of optimizations within the Source 2 engine, meaning it is close to launch.
Anil Ganti, 27 Feb 2025 09:43
The Razr+ 2024 came equipped with a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. (Image Source: Motorola)

Motorola Razr+ 2025 geared for launch with a Snapdragon 8 Elite series chipset onboard

A new leak has now revealed Motorola's plans for its next foldable. The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra—or Razr+ 2025—is tipped to launch in the coming months and will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite series chipset.
Ricci Rox, 27 Feb 2025 08:56
First Radeon 840M OpenCL benchmark shows promising results (Image source: AMD - edited)

RDNA 3.5 AMD Radeon 840M surpasses Radeon 740M in early OpenCL benchmark

The affordable AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 has made its debut in Geekbench, and with that, the first OpenCL benchmark score of the Radeon 840M is here. Per the test, the iGPU can beat the Radeon 740M.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Feb 2025 08:17
Apple iPhone 16e apparently has a 3,961 mAh battery (Image source: Apple - edited)

Apple iPhone 16e: Test reveals larger battery capacity than iPhone 16 Pro

In true Apple fashion, the battery capacity of the iPhone 16e hasn't been publicly advertised in the official press release. However, according to a test carried out by Dave2D, the current affordable Apple flagship has a larger capacity than the Pro.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Feb 2025 06:47
Samsung is bringing three new mid-range phones to Europe on March 2: Everything about the Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A26 has been leaked in advance. (Image source: Winfuture)

Samsung Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36, Galaxy A26: All specs leaked and launch date officially confirmed

Samsung's three most important blockbusters are set to be unveiled in a few days. In addition to all the specs, all colors and other official press images, the expected euro prices have just been leaked and the launch date officially confirmed. The differences between the Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A26 are in the details.
Alexander Fagot, 26 Feb 2025 13:32
Apple shipped more than half of PCs with dedicated AI hardware in 2024, according to a new market analysis. (Image source: Apple Intelligence logo)

Apple shipped over half of all AI-capable PCs in 2024

Canalys, a market analysis company, released a report stating that 17% of all PCs shipped in 2024 were "AI-capable," which are computers with hardware dedicated for AI features. Of that 17%, Apple shipped over half, largely thanks to its M4 CPU.
Sam Medley, 27 Feb 2025 03:13
Valve's latest Deadlock update moves to a three-lane map

Deadlock Map Rework update: Valve switches up new MOBA hero shooter with fast-paced changes in patch

Valve's latest hero shooter, Deadlock, has just received a new major update with several updates to the core gameplay. The biggest change that most players will notice is the shift from a four-lane map system to the more traditional three-lane map meta. Valve also introduced a new mode to help players train their movement, and movement has become considerably faster, to boot.
Julian van der Merwe, 27 Feb 2025 02:41
The Sony Xperia 1 VII could turn up in May or June of this year. (Image source: Sony (Xperia 1 VI) - edited)

New Sony Xperia 1 VII rumor staves off line expiration odds

The Sony Xperia 1 VII name has turned up on X via a source that should offer the many fans of the line a little bit of relief. While nothing has been shared in relation to the potential specifications of the Mark 7 variant of the Xperia 1, the relevant post does at least state there will be a 2025 flagship from Sony.
Daniel R Deakin, 27 Feb 2025 02:25
The Gigabyte Aorus 17X is an attractive 17-inch gaming laptop with RTX 4090 and Core i9 (Image source: Sebastian Bade)

Deal | RTX 4090-powered Gigabyte Aorus 17X discounted by almost $1,000

The large 17-inch machine from Gigabyte also comes with the Intel Core i9-13980HX, 32GB of memory and a quick 240Hz QHD screen. Thanks to a 29% markdown, the RTX 4090 gaming laptop has now dropped to $2,410.
Enrico Frahn, 27 Feb 2025 01:32
The new MagicBook Pro 14 has a good-looking display (Image source: Honor)

Honor launches MagicBook Pro 14 laptop with color-accurate OLED display and Core Ultra 200

Honor has officially unveiled a new notebook. The MagicBook Pro 14 comes with a high-resolution display and is powered by one of two different Intel processors. The laptop further is offered in various configurations, although its eventual launch in North America and Europe is still up in the air.
Silvio Werner, 27 Feb 2025 01:11
Lego Batman: The Videogame (Image source: Epic Games)

New Lego game from TT Games confirmed, as fans hope for a Batman connection

Facing tough financial times, Warner Bros. Games is banking on another successful Lego title from TT Games. In a new podcast, Jason Schreier added more fuel to rumors that a new Lego game is in development. Fans are now left to wonder if Batman or another major IP is involved.
Adam Corsetti, 27 Feb 2025 00:53
The S7 is a new mini PC with very fast 10Gb Ethernet (Image source: CWWK)

CWWK S7 mini PC with superfast 10 Gigabit Ethernet launches

The new CWWK mini PC is available with different processors but always comes with very fast network connectivity. The versatile S7 is now orderable on Amazon UK and relies on Intel chipsets.
Silvio Werner, 27 Feb 2025 00:36
Realme may have a big suprise in store for the Mobile World Congress 2025. The first specs of the new camera flagship. (Image source: Realme)

Ultra-camera flagship surprise: Realme shows first sample photos and confirms impressive specs

Realme, of all companies, may just pull off the ultimate surprise at Mobile World Congress 2025. In view of the latest teasers and initial photos of the mysterious Ultra camera at "DSLR level", the camera flagship potentially launching as the Realme GT 7 Ultra seems to offer top specs that put it on par with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra.
Alexander Fagot, 27 Feb 2025 00:35
The Apple iPhone 16e may get a successor as early as next year. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 17e to be launched in just one year, affordable iPhones to be released annually in future

The Apple iPhone 16e has assumed the place of the iPhone SE as the cheapest iPhone in Apple's line-up. According to the latest information from an analyst, Apple has changed the name not least because the company is planning to launch a new "iPhone SE" every year in the future.
Hannes Brecher, 27 Feb 2025 00:26
Feb 26, 2025
The Game Console RX6H owe a lot to the RGB20S. (Image source: Game Console)

Game Console RX6H released as new ultra budget gaming handheld with ArkOS support

The RX6H by Game Console is a new cheap retro gaming handheld built around a 3.5-inch display. Considered relatively comfortable by early reviewers, the Game Console RX6H also already supports ArkOS thanks to its usage of a Rockchip RK3326 chipset and 1 GB of RAM.
Alex Alderson, 26 Feb 2025 23:53
The Thinker X400 3D printer offers a large build volume (Image source: Eryone)

Eryone Thinker X400: Large 3D printer promises high productivity and sports a camera

The Thinker X400 is a new 3D printer that can create large prints and comes with an enclosure. The device is supposedly well-suited for professional use cases with high throughput.
Silvio Werner, 26 Feb 2025 22:41
The Nothing Phone (3a) will have an extra physical button that sits below the power button. (Image source: Nothing)

Leak reveals how the Nothing Phone (3a) series' new physical button works

Images have shown the Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro will launch with an extra physical button on the right. Now a leak has revealed it is called the Essential Key and also explained how it works.
Habeeb Onawole, 26 Feb 2025 22:01
A total of 3.2 million users were affected by the compromised Google Chrome extensions. (Image source: Google - Edited)

16 popular Chrome extensions including 'Adblock for Chrome' hijacked in massive cyber attack

Popular Chrome extensions like 'Adblock for Chrome' and 'WAToolkit' were among 16 hijacked in a large-scale attack, compromising 3.2 million users by injecting malicious scripts for fraud and redirecting affiliate traffic.
Anubhav Sharma, 26 Feb 2025 21:39
The Nanoleaf app version 11.3.3 for iOS has been released. (Image source: Nanoleaf)

Nanoleaf app updates bring new tool and bug fixes for smart lighting products

The Nanoleaf app version 11.3.3 is now available for some users. This latest update resolves an issue for one of the brand’s smart lighting products. Other updates in the 11.3.x series bring a new option in the Control View and bug fixes for connectivity and configuration problems.
Polly Allcock, 26 Feb 2025 21:34
Version 5.1.6 of the Aqara Home app is now available for iOS. (Image source: Aqara)

Aqara app update brings new features for smart security cameras

Aqara has released an update for its smart home app for some users. The release notes for  Aqara Home version 5.1.6 state that there are new features and improvements relating to its smart security cameras, including the new Camera Hub G5 Pro. Plus, there is an enhancement for HomeGuardian subscribers.
Polly Allcock, 26 Feb 2025 21:26
Rendering of a modified Tesla Cybertruck. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has been gifted 10 units of the electric pickup truck (Image source: Sheriff_LVMPD on X)

Las Vegas police receives 10 Tesla Cybertrucks from anonymous donor

The Las Vegas Metropolitan is adding 10 Tesla Cybertrucks to its patrol and SWAT fleets at no cost after an anonymous supporter donated the EVs.
David Odejide, 26 Feb 2025 21:01
Razer Minecraft Collection (Image source: Razer)

Razer has built a Minecraft Collection with green-themed keyboard, mouse, and headset

Considering Minecraft's impressive sales record, this new Razer collection was overdue. Razer's arsenal of green gaming gear is instantly recognizable to Minecraft fans. The wired BlackWidow V4 X, Kraken V4 X, and Cobra mouse are available for order now.
Adam Corsetti, 26 Feb 2025 20:45
The Galaxy G Fold is reputed to follow the form factor shown here and exhibited by Samsung Display numerous times over the last few years. (Image source: Samsung Display)

Sources disagree on release of Samsung's first tri-fold smartphone

Huawei has now brought its tri-fold smartphone to global audiences. Samsung is said to have readied an alternative in response, although recent reports are in disagreement about when the so-called Galaxy G Fold will officially arrive.
Alex Alderson, 26 Feb 2025 20:30

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