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Oct 21
The Acer Nitro V 16 AI (ANV16-42) weighs 2.44 kg (5.38 lbs.). (Image source: Acer)

Deal | Acer Nitro V 16 AI with RTX 5050 is more affordable than ever after dropping 30% to record-low price

The Acer Nitro V 16 AI (ANV16-42) gaming laptop has now dropped by 30% to its lowest price ever at Walmart. The laptop is an FHD gamer with a Ryzen 5 240 processor, an RTX 5050 laptop GPU, and a 16-inch 180 Hz IPS display.
Fawad Murtaza, 21 Oct 2025 14:41
Realme offers the GT 8 in multiple colours. (Image source: Realme)

Realme GT 8: New affordable mid-range smartphone now official with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 7,000 mAh battery

The Realme GT 8 is a new mid-range smartphone packing plenty of high-end hardware. Starting at CNY 2,899 (~$407) in China, the Realme GT 8 features a 144 Hz AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 7,000 mAh battery and even a 3.5x telephoto camera.
Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 14:39
The Redmi K90 Pro Max will feature two linear speakers and one woofer. Pictured: a promo picture of the phone. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi officially details Bose-tuned 2.1 stereo audio setup of Redmi K90 Pro Max

The Redmi K90 Pro Max is set to be fully unveiled in China on October 23. Xiaomi has already showcased the design of this upcoming flagship phone, revealing the Bose audio setup. Now, the company has detailed the 2.1 stereo speaker system.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Oct 2025 14:29
A Reddit post by user u/neda6117 has sparked a heated debate within the Battlefield community. (Image source: Steam)

"I'm out" – player says he's "just too old" for Battlefield 6

A Reddit post titled “Well, I’m out… I’m just too old for this fast-paced shooter. My honest short opinion” is currently making waves in the Battlefield community. Published on Sunday, it has since gained nearly 12,000 upvotes and around 3,900 comments, sparking a heated debate about the game’s pace and the evolving identity of the series – a topic that’s clearly dividing the community.
Marius Müller, 21 Oct 2025 14:20
The Xbox wireless controller offers 49 hours of playtime (Image source: Xbox)

Deal | Xbox’s highly rated wireless gaming controller (2025) with 40 hours of playtime gets steep discount on Amazon

The Xbox wireless gaming controller has received a significant price cut on Amazon. The controller is available for 23% off its original list price for a limited time in the US. The wireless controller features textured triggers, button mapping, a hybrid D-pad, a dedicated sharing button, and up to 40 hours of playtime.
Abhinav Fating, 21 Oct 2025 14:19
The LG Magnit Active Micro LED Smart TV runs webOS with AirPlay 2 support. (Image source: LG)

Magnit Active Micro LED: LG reveals new Micro LED Smart TV with international release planned

The Magnit Active Micro LED is a new 136-inch Smart TV. Equipped with Active Micro LEDs that deliver up to a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, the Smart TV also delivers a native 4K output with a 144 Hz refresh rate at its disposal, too.
Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 14:08
Lenovo’s 140W Laptop Power Bank (pictured) has been spotted at Amazon US. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo 20K 140W power bank launching in the US

Lenovo is releasing the 140W Laptop Power Bank in the US. This accessory shares similarities with a model launched in China earlier in 2025. It can be used to charge up to three devices simultaneously. Other features include a digital display and a transparent section of the casing.
Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 14:06
Image of the game Fallout 4 on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

This free horror mod for Fallout 4 adds a new dungeon and new enemies inspired by Alien

A free mod for Fallout 4 offers new horror content to all players. But be careful, because it is quite difficult and you will need to pay attention to compatibility.
Alexis Stegmann, 21 Oct 2025 14:04
Elite ER939-AI: Compact PC with powerful APU (Image source: Minix)

Minix Elite ER939-AI: High-performance mini-workstation powered by AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395

The Minix Elite ER939-AI is a new, relatively compact desktop PC equipped with a powerful APU, making it well suited to running AI applications. The system also features a variety of video output options and fingerprint sensor for biometric authentication.
Silvio Werner, 21 Oct 2025 13:57
The first images of Diagon Alley from HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series have been leaked. (Image source: HarryPotter.com)

First images of Diagon Alley from HBO’s Harry Potter series leaked – and they look very different from the original

Three new images have recently surfaced on X, allegedly showing the Diagon Alley set for HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series. While the location is clearly meant to represent the iconic shopping street for wizards, it looks noticeably different from the original.
Marius Müller, 21 Oct 2025 13:40
Garmin’s vivoactive 6 smartwatch (pictured) is receiving the Health Status feature in beta. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin pushes new feature to smartwatches in beta update

Garmin has shared the new Health Status feature with more smartwatches users in beta software version 15.10. This update also tackles a range of problems linked to smart notifications and the Evening Report. Plus, it should now be easier for users to switch off the vivoactive 6 smartwatch.
Polly Allcock, 21 Oct 2025 13:37
The three Seiko Prospex models teased for October 22, pictured. (Image source: Seiko Singapore on Instagram)

New Seiko Prospex automatic watches officially teased for October 22

Seiko has teased three new Prospex Asia-Pacific limited editions on its Singapore Instagram account - SPB539, SPB541, and SPB543. Each uses the 6R35 automatic movement with 70-hour reserve and 200 m depth rating.
Anubhav Sharma, 21 Oct 2025 13:34
Garmin is working towards bringing a slew of bug fixes to the Fenix 7 Pro and its peers. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin: New stable release looms for older high-end smartwatches as fresh update introduced

Garmin is preparing to introduce a new update for older high-end smartwatches. To be distributed across the Fenix 7 Pro and associated smartwatches, the update will be the result of recent beta development that has now reached Beta Version 23.24 with a fresh round of bug fixes.
Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 13:30
A recent Reddit thread highlights why Valve enjoys such a strong reputation among gamers. (Image source: Steam / Pixabay)

Gamers "can't believe this worked" – why Valve remains so popular

A recent Reddit thread suggests that a simple "pretty please?" might be all it takes for Valve to bend its own rules – and that’s part of what makes Steam so beloved among gamers.
Marius Müller, 21 Oct 2025 13:27
Custom water-cooled PlayStation 3 with a red SysCooling pump and large black fan mounted inside the case, placed on a wooden desk. (Image source: Zac Builds via YouTube)

This liquid-cooled, modded “PS3 Pro” with an overclocked GPU runs Gran Turismo 6 at 60 FPS

YouTuber Zac Builds transformed a classic PlayStation 3 into a fully water-cooled, overclocked console. Using a hackable model and custom-made cooling parts, he pushed the system’s limits to reveal just how much performance the 2006 hardware can still deliver.
Anmol Dubey, 21 Oct 2025 13:17
Intel Panther Lake features up to four Cougar Cove P-cores, eight Darkmont E-cores, and four Darkmont LP E-cores in the highest end SKU. (Image source: Alex Waetzel)

Intel Panther Lake iGPU inside ROG Zephyrus G14 appears insane 70% faster vs Arc 140V in valid Geekbench results

An Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 laptop, equipped with an Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra X7 358H, has stopped by Geekbench for a set of valid OpenCL benchmark results. The resulting scores show that the Intel Panther Lake's Arc Celestial iGPU is indeed 50% better than the Arc 140V.
Fawad Murtaza, 21 Oct 2025 12:53
The new Casio CA-500WEBF-1A "Back to the Future" collab watch (pictured) has the "OUTATIME" license plate on the front. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio CA-500WEBF-1A "Back to the Future" collab watch now available to buy

Casio’s Back to the Future CA-500WEBF-1A calculator watch is now on sale at Casio UK. One per customer, no voucher codes. It’s packed with multiple film references, alongside classic calculator features, and priced at £114.90 (~$154).
Anubhav Sharma, 21 Oct 2025 12:22
Apple's new toggle that lets you control Liquid Glass transparency (Image Source: MacRumors)

iOS 26.1 beta lets you adjust the Liquid Glass transparency with a new toggle

Apple's "Liquid Glass UI" in iOS 26 has been divisive, with many users complaining that its heavy transparency hurts usability, drawing comparisons to Windows Vista's old Aero look. In response to the feedback, Apple is testing a new fix in the iOS 26.1 beta. This update introduces a "Tinted" option found in Display & Brightness settings, allowing users to increase opacity and contrast for better readability.
Antony Muchiri, 21 Oct 2025 11:43
The Boox Note Air5 C has a color display and an optional keyboard accessory. (Image source: Boox)

Boox Note Air5 C launches with color display and physical keyboard support for $529.99

Boox has refreshed its Note line of E Ink tablets with a new model. The Boox Note Air5 C looks like its predecessor, the Note Air4 C, but now has support for a keyboard cover for more productive work.
Habeeb Onawole, 21 Oct 2025 11:15
Tesla Model Y and Model 3 in Ultra Red color. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla drops Model Y lease payment before a price hike in November

There haven't been many Tesla Model 3 and Model Y deals since the federal tax credit expiration, besides grants offered by individual states. Tesla is now introducing new Model 3 and Model Y lease payments discount that drops monthly payments significantly.
Daniel Zlatev, 21 Oct 2025 11:06
From left to right (pictured), Casio G-Shock GM-5600M-1, and the GM-2100M-1A. (Image source: Casioblog)

Casio G-Shock GM-5600M-1 and GM-2100M-1A: High-definition renders for metal bezel watches spotted online

High-res renders of Casio’s G-Shock "Modern Industrial" series (GM-5600M-1, GM-2100M-1A) confirm bold, textured steel cases, unique vent cutouts, and gunmetal options - signaling a genuinely upgraded, utility-focused design direction for the G-Shock line.
Anubhav Sharma, 21 Oct 2025 10:54
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro is expected to feature a round camera module. (Image source: Director Shi Guan, Weibo)

The Huawei Mate 80 Series is expected to launch in November with a new Kirin chip

Huawei's Mate 80 series is shaping up for a potential November launch, bringing with it a next-generation Kirin processor and a couple of hardware improvements. Rumors suggest a redesigned camera system with new sensors, upgraded dual-layer OLED displays, and fast 100W charging.
Antony Muchiri, 21 Oct 2025 10:05
The Boox Palma 2 Pro arrives with a color display and 5G dual SIM support. (Image source: Boox)

Boox launches Palma 2 Pro e-reader with a color display, 5G connectivity, and stylus support

Onyx-owned Boox has brought its new phone-sized e-reader with a color display to global markets. Sold as the Boox Palma 2 Pro, it also has 5G dual-SIM support and stylus support, which pits it against rivals such as the HiBreak Pro Color and the reMarkable Paper Pro Move.
Habeeb Onawole, 21 Oct 2025 09:21
A screengrab from Arc Raiders (image source: SteamDB)

Arc Raiders dev comments on parallel Marathon playtest, calling it an “Unplanned A/B test”

Embark Studios’ Arc Raiders drew impressive player numbers during its recent Server Slam playtest, with design director Virgil Watkins calling the limited-access playtests of Bungie’s Marathon an inadvertent “A/B test” that allowed teams to compare player reactions to markedly different designs across multiple platforms.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Oct 2025 07:05
The Nintendo Museum in Kyoto, Japan (image source: Nintendo)

Mario and Zelda creator says Nintendo turned to films to preserve its legacy: “Games become obsolete, but movies last forever”

Shigeru Miyamoto told Nintendo Dream Web that because games can become obsolete as new versions replace them, Nintendo has expanded into film production to preserve and "immortalize" its IPs after the $1.36 billion success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie showed it that it was both financially and culturally viable.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Oct 2025 06:53
The logo for Futurama Hit and Run (image source: Slurm Team YT)

Modders reimagine The Simpsons: Hit and Run as a full Futurama game after 20 years

A nine-member volunteer collective called Slurm Team has released a playable demo of Futurama: Hit and Run, a total-conversion mod that transplants The Simpsons: Hit and Run into a meticulously recreated New New York with four story missions, a bonus mission, ten side gags, and a full custom soundtrack.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Oct 2025 06:42
The ROG Xbox Ally X in black and white. (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

New Blood Interactive is giving away two ROG Xbox Ally handhelds

New Blood Interactive is celebrating its Xbox debut with a special giveaway, offering two ROG Xbox Ally handhelds and other prizes through Gleam.
Abdul Haddi, 21 Oct 2025 05:55
A soldier with a weapon in Black Ops 7. (Image Source: Activision)

Call of Duty insider claims Black Ops 7 might release a week early

A known insider claims Black Ops 7 could arrive a week ahead of its November 14 release date, though nothing has been confirmed yet.
Abdul Haddi, 21 Oct 2025 04:17
The Artist 12 3rd supports many pressure levels and comes with USB Type-C (Image source: XPPen)

XPPen Artist 12 3rd: Drawing tablet with pen offers 16,384 pressure levels and 99% sRGB for $216

The XPPen Artist 12 3rd is a relatively compact graphics tablet that should allow users to create high quality drawings. Several physical buttons are available and should make it easier to use the 12-inch tablet.
Silvio Werner, 21 Oct 2025 03:00
The Apple iPhone Air does not appear to be very popular (Image source: Thai Nguyen)

Apple iPhone 17 (Pro) selling much better than iPhone 16 (Pro) as iPhone Air struggles

The Apple iPhone 17 series seems to be a success according to the latest sales analysis based on sales numbers from the US and China. That said, the iPhone Air is not doing so well compared to the other three models, as the small battery might deters some prospective buyers.
Hannes Brecher, 21 Oct 2025 02:33
Virtual Console and Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack banner is shown (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

New Virtual Console trademark reminds retro gaming fans of Nintendo Switch Online limitations

Nintendo’s frequent trademark and patent filings sometimes give glimpses into the future. The latest submission has excited supporters of the defunct Virtual Console. Unlike the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, gamers purchased titles and stored them in a permanent library.
Adam Corsetti, 21 Oct 2025 02:03
The Oura Ring 4 comes in multiple colours and styles. (Image source: Oura)

Oura details new blood pressure monitoring feature for Oura Ring 3 and Oura Ring 4

Oura has announced plans to bring blood pressure monitoring to its Gen 3 and Gen 4 smart rings. The feature will be available to test before its full rollout too, albeit with some caveats at this stage.
Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2025 01:27
Oct 20
Vivo pre-installs OriginOS 5 on the iQOO Pad 5e. (Image source: Vivo)

iQOO Pad 5e: New gaming-focused tablet launches with powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset

The iQOO Pad 5e is a new Android tablet focused on gaming. Combining a 144 Hz display with a 10,000 mAh battery, the tablet also integrates a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset with up to 16 GB of RAM.
Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 23:48
The Agon Pro AG327UXM takes advantage of 2,304 Mini LED backlight zones to exceed 1,500 nits peak brightness. (Image source: AOC - edited)

Agon Pro AG327UXM: AOC reveals new 2304 zone Mini LED gaming monitor before global release

The Agon Pro AG327UXM is a new 32-inch gaming monitor backed by 2,304 Mini LED backlight zones. Peaking at 1,650 nits in HDR mode, the Agon Pro AG327UXM also features a USB hub and provides a fast refresh rate at 4K.
Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 23:25
The iPhone 17 Pro front camera is based on a square 18MP sensor (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 17 Pro's innovative front camera beats all competitors in DxOMark review

The entire Apple iPhone 17 series, from the base model to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, uses a brand-new 18MP selfie camera with a square sensor. This unusual approach is paying off because the iPhone 17 Pro is able to surpass all competitors in DxOMark’s latest analysis.
Hannes Brecher, 20 Oct 2025 23:17
The Airline Zenith is the most expensive of Caviar's latest custom iPhone Air models at almost $40k. (Image source: Caviar)

Apple iPhone Air with gold and crocodile leather: Caviar presents new limited editions

The iPhone Air comes in relatively restrained colour options by default. Smartphone customiser Caviar has sought to rectify that with the Airline collection, which wraps the iPhone Air in gold or titanium with crocodile leather too.
Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 23:13
Why, for example, does the OnePlus Pad Lite have a rather wide plastic strip on its metal casing? (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Why many tablets forgo a chassis purely made of metal

Top-of-the-line tablets impress with their stylish, one-piece aluminum bodies. But this harbors a problem. Using an example, we'll look at why not all tablets follow suit.
Florian Schmitt, 20 Oct 2025 23:00
Honor is set to replace the Honor 400 Pro before the end of the year. (Image source: Honor)

Honor 500 Pro tipped to disrupt mid-range smartphones soon with Snapdragon 8 Elite, 200 MP primary and 64 MP telephoto cameras

A reliable leaker has delivered an early insight into the state of Honor's mid-range smartphone series. Tipped to be the Honor 500 Pro, the device is rumoured to feature high-end hardware like a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a 200 MP camera with a 1/1.4-inch optical format.
Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 22:56
PlayStation Store banner (Image source: Sony PlayStation)

PlayStation Store now compares PS5 sale prices, but lawsuits over monopolistic practices continue

PlayStation Store sales on PS5 games are often difficult to predict. A new feature rolling out on the marketplace reveals discounts on titles in the last 30 days. Nevertheless, with digital games only sold at the PS Store, some consumers feel that third parties could offer better deals.
Adam Corsetti, 20 Oct 2025 22:40
Hardware Unboxed used the ASRock Steel Legend RX 9070 and MSI Vanguard RTX 5070 for comparison. (Image source: ASRock, MSI, Pixabay, edited)

RX 9070 vs RTX 5070 with FSR 4 and DLSS 4: RX 9070 is reportedly even faster now than at launch

Hardware Unboxed has compared the performance of the RX 9070 and the RTX 5070 in 23 games, using FSR 4 for the Radeon card and DLSS 4 for the GeForce GPU. The results are quite interesting, as the RX 9070 is now even faster than it was at launch, with and without image upscaling.
Fawad Murtaza, 20 Oct 2025 22:13
With its chic marble look and high-quality casing, the OnePlus Nord CE 5 immediately makes a good impression. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

OnePlus revives popular smartphone model with impressive results

For years, no OnePlus Nord CE came without the suffix "Lite". Now, with the Nord CE 5, there is finally a full-fledged representative of the series again. Here, we reveal what difference this makes and why we like the model so much.
Florian Schmitt, 20 Oct 2025 22:00
Lenovo Legion Go 2 handheld gaming PC running God of War: Ragnarok, paired with an Adlink Pocket AI GPU enclosure and power bank in a fully portable battery-powered setup. (Image source: ETA Prime via YouTube)

This $250 pocket-sized eGPU boosts Cyberpunk 2077 from 45 FPS to 80 FPS at 1080p while consuming only 25 W

ETA Prime is experimenting with a fully battery-powered dual-GPU setup using the Lenovo Legion Go 2 and an external RTX A500 GPU. By combining it with Lossless Scaling, the YouTuber achieves surprising performance gains, proving that true portable dual-GPU gaming might just be possible.
Anmol Dubey, 20 Oct 2025 21:51
The Lenovo LOQ 17 is one of the more affordable RTX 5070 gaming laptops

Lenovo LOQ 17 squeezes everything out of the RTX 5070

If you want to get the most performance out of a current Blackwell-powered gaming laptop in the price range of up to $1,500, you might want to take a look at the Lenovo LOQ 17. Thanks to an RTX 5070 with GPU overclocking, the 17-inch notebook showed above-average performance in our in-depth review.
Florian Glaser, 20 Oct 2025 21:43
Image from the game The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. (Image source: Steam)

CD Projekt RED may be working on a game inspired by The Witcher

CD Projekt RED already seems to have new plans for The Witcher license. Indeed, a job offer for a lead writer provides further information on the subject.
Alexis Stegmann, 20 Oct 2025 20:41
Red Dead Redemption 2 protagonist Arthur Morgan fighting an NPC in Mortal Kombat style. (Image source: Blurbs on YouTube, screenshot)

Red Dead Redemption 2 meets Mortal Kombat with train fatalities

A modder has added Mortal Kombat style fighting and fatalities to Red Dead Redemption 2. The system works surprisingly well and with any NPC, along with health bars, special abilities, and fixed camera perspective.
Vineet Washington, 20 Oct 2025 20:38
Xgimi’s Vibe One projector (pictured) is rolling out across markets worldwide. (Image source: Xgimi)

Xgimi releases new cheaper portable projector with Google TV

The Xgimi Vibe One is now available in Europe, and can also be pre-ordered in the US. Features include Google TV, automatic focus, an adjustable angle stand and a built-in battery, making it truly portable. Plus, this entry-level model is relatively affordable, with customers offered a choice of two colorways.
Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 20:25
The Odyssey OLED G50SF is the first monitor to sport a 27-inch, 1440p and 180 Hz QD-OLED panel. (Image source: Samsung)

Odyssey OLED G50SF: Samsung releases affordable OLED gaming monitor with unusual panel

Samsung has provided a first look at a new 180 Hz QD-OLED panel. Sporting a 1440p resolution and a 27-inch panel size, the Odyssey OLED G50SF represents a relatively affordable way to get into OLED desktop gaming.
Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 19:18
Xiaomi’s Self-Install Smart Lock has appeared on the brand’s global website. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi Self-Install Smart Lock launching globally

Xiaomi has listed the Self-Install Smart Lock on its global website, pointing to an upcoming release in markets worldwide. Designed to fit over an existing door lock, the smart home device allows you to unlock your door in many ways, including using a fingerprint scanner. Plus, it is Matter compatible, meaning it will integrate with many smart home ecosystems.
Polly Allcock, 20 Oct 2025 19:18
New rumours about the Exynos 2600 have emerged online (image source: Samsung, edited)

Exynos 2600 tipped to power some Galaxy S26 Ultra variants with lofty GPU and NPU performance gains

A new rumour predicts the Exynos 2600 will come with a potent GPU and NPU. Apparently, the latter will be up to six times faster than Apple's A16 Pro. Plus, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will use an Exynos 2600 in at least one region.
Anil Ganti, 20 Oct 2025 19:11
The T10 costs $189. Pictured: a promo picture of the translator. (Image source: InnAIO)

InnAIO T10 launches as 'world's first' AI translator with voice cloning feature

The InnAIO T10 has made its formal debut as an AI translator that's powered by the GPT-5 and the company's own language model. It's also claimed to be the "world's first" translation device that can clone the user's voice.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Oct 2025 19:05

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