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Xbox games can soon be streamed for free, and it’s even possible to stream Xbox Series X|S titles to an Xbox One, so you don’t necessarily have to buy a new console. The catch: Microsoft displays ads and limits playtime.

Analogue has released an updated version of 3DOS for the Analogue 3D. The software version 1.5 introduces numerous improvements for the N64-compatible FPGA console, including a new mode called "Internal Graphical Upscaling".

(Update: It is also available to buy in the UK) Ugreen has released a new pair of super affordable headphones that pack several features. However, the highlight of the new HiTune Max5s is the battery life which goes up to 112 hours on a single charge.

DJI has finally committed to releasing the Osmo Pocket 4 Pro globally. Launching before the start of August, DJI has also confirmed which countries will receive its first Pro-branded vlogging camera.

Xbox console and PC download speeds should get a long-awaited update soon, as indicated by the update release notes for the Alpha Skip-Ahead members from yesterday. Users should be able to reach the maximum ISP-allowed download speeds when downloading games from the Xbox Store.

The Point and Click Package is a new addition to Humble Bundle, and it has a total of nine story-rich adventure games that are playable on the Steam Deck. They have a combined retail value of over $200, but all of them can be scored for just $15.

Geekbench 7 is here with overhauled CPU and GPU tests, a new scoring baseline and several workloads designed around modern applications. These changes mean Geekbench 7 results aren't directly comparable with scores from older versions of the benchmark.

TerraMaster has officially unveiled the D8 Hybrid 2 DAS. Featuring support for up to four hard drives and four NVMe SSDs, the direct-attached storage system can be equipped with up to a whopping 152 TB of storage.

21700 batteries with high capacity might become more common. HPQ just announced a new cell that sports 23.4 Wh or 6,500 mAh at 3.6 Volts, which is slightly lower than most other 21700 cells. Still, the capacity is even higher than Acebeam's most recent model.

Xiaomi has launched the Power Bank 5i 20,000 67 W in India. This new model features a 20,000 mAh rated capacity and can charge up to three devices simultaneously via a built-in USB-C cable and USB-C and USB-A ports. On top of this, it has a smart digital display.

Dynabook has updated its ultra-light Portege X30L laptop with Intel's latest Panther Lake CPUs. The 13.3-inch 2-pound laptop will also be configurable with up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X memory and 2 TB of storage.

A new open-world action RPG is drawing obvious comparisons to Genshin Impact while earning a Very Positive reception on Steam. Its $30 price tag and lack of character gacha are only part of the story, with a sprawling open world, 19 playable characters, combo-heavy combat, and optional co-op also on offer.

Designed for renters and homeowners, Amazon is expanding its Ring lineup with two new 2K security cameras. The new Ring Peephole Camera 2K converts an existing door peephole into a smart security camera without drilling, while the second-generation Outdoor Cam monitors yards, driveways, and balconies. Here are the details on features, battery life, and pricing.

Sony has refused to tackle stick drift, but there are reasons for hope. A new patent showcases a DualSense successor with magnetic sensors to improve accuracy and reliability. Gamers could see a PS6 controller that offers the same benefits as existing Hall effect or TMR models.

Lenovo has two different brands for gaming: LOQ for the more budget conscious, and Legion. The Legion 5 is the most basic Lenovo Legion laptop, and we tested it as well as a comparable LOQ - time for a comparison!

Does It Play claims Sony has put out "a gagging order on its employees". The development comes after former Sony Santa Monica employee and video game journalists revealed that Sony has intstructed PlayStation employees against discussing or reacting to the demise of physical games on PlayStation.

A new leak claims Qualcomm is preparing a fourth Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 variant, the SM8850-1-AB, offering near-flagship benchmark performance at a lower cost aimed at phones priced under roughly $600.

Shortly after the start of mass production of the iPhone Ultra, Apple is said to have encountered a problem that could lead to delays. Apple’s supplier, Foxconn, is reportedly making final adjustments to mass production, and a September shipment is not yet guaranteed.

With just a few weeks to go before the launch, the Google Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL are already on display in four colors each, and for the first time, from multiple angles, revealing in detail the matte aluminum frame of the base model as well as the glossy frames of the Pro models.

Modos Flow aims to win over customers with a 13.3-inch E-Ink touchscreen that connects to a laptop via a USB-C cable and is designed to make working on the go more comfortable. The mobile monitor is now available for pre-order.

If you've always been hesitant to dive into 4X strategy games because of their intimidating complexity, Legion Gold might be the perfect place to start. The game is widely regarded as particularly beginner-friendly and is currently available on Steam with a 90% discount for just $0.99.

They are barely on the market yet and already people are looking three months into their future. In addition to a Samsung insider commenting on the crease on his Galaxy Z Fold 8 prototype after three months of use, an early adopter suggests that the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series possesses “self-healing powers.”

WarPlan Pacific is considered deep enough for experienced strategists while remaining approachable for newcomers to turn-based strategy games. It is currently available on Steam for its lowest-ever price of $9.99, down from $39.99.

Anyone looking to purchase a new PV system or expand an existing one often faces the problem of optimally sizing the battery storage. An AI tool from a German startup now aims to provide a solution.

The Apple Watch receives only updates for three years. Samsung is seizing the opportunity to give the Galaxy Watch9 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 an edge, as the manufacturer’s two latest smartwatches are expected to receive updates for even longer than last year’s models.

A new Citizen dress watch, the BJ6570-50E, has showed up early on Zales' website ahead of any official announcement. The Eco-Drive-powered piece features a black sunray dial and sapphire crystal, with two more colorways reportedly teased in product photos.

Hamilton has added blue and green dial colors to its Khaki Field Power Reserve 40 mm collection. The field watch features a 40 mm stainless steel case, an H-23 mechanical movement, and 80 hours of power reserve. Plus, it ships with 100 m (10 bar) water resistance. 

HoYoverse brings Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, Zenless Zone Zero, and Gamescom debuts of Honkai: Nexus Anima and Petit Planet to Cologne, August 26-30.

Tears of Metal has only just entered Early Access on Steam, yet within a day of release it had already amassed more than 300 Very Positive reviews and secured a spot in Steam's Top 10. Much of that success appears to come down to its compelling blend of genres.

Phanteks has introduced the XT M5, XT V5, and XT V5-LCD PC cases with support for 430 mm graphics cards and 360 mm top radiators. The XT V5-LCD also features a built-in 7-inch display, with prices starting at $79.99.

Lenovo has started selling the Intel Lunar Lake-powered IdeaPad Slim 5i Ultra in the US. Starting at $899.99 with a Core Ultra 5 226V and 256GB storage, the new slim laptop can be optioned with a Core Ultra 7 256V, OLED screen, and up to 1TB storage.

The $80 price tag for GTA 6 has fueled concerns that it could become the new standard for AAA games. However, a recent announcement from Take-Two offers gamers some cautious relief – at least for now.

Citizen's new Tsuyosa Shore (NJ0238-57E) is a limited-edition automatic watch with a textured gradient-black dial, gold accents, sapphire crystal, and 10 BAR water resistance. Capped at 12,000 pieces, it launches August 2026 at roughly $462.5.

Frogwares launches The Sinking City 2 on August 18. Explore flooded 1920s Arkham, resource-lean combat, pre-order editions, and the free Steam demo.

An AI model from OpenAI was supposed to resolve vulnerabilities in an internal security test. Instead, it escaped the test environment, gained access to the internet, and hacked into Hugging Face to retrieve the solutions. OpenAI acknowledged the incident on July 21.

Shanling has unveiled the EC Zero T Max portable CD player for fans of CDs and high-resolution audio. The player can be used as a USB DAC, CD ripper, and Bluetooth transmitter. Its twin-tube amplifier supports high-power headphones.

Former Rockstar producer John Ricchio has cast doubt on GTA 6 hitting 60 FPS on PS5 and Xbox Series consoles without cutting visual fidelity. Rockstar has a history of shipping major titles at 30 FPS on consoles, and Ricchio suggests the studio will likely prioritize graphical detail and object density over frame rate when GTA 6 launches in November.

The NaviX Ultra is Nubia's upcoming AI smartphone, and a leak has revealed some of its key specs. From a high refresh rate display to a flagship processor, and hi-res cameras, Nubia is going all out with its new smartphone.

The Xiaomi Smart Solar Camera 4 Pro Dual-Camera Edition has been launched in China. Retailing at CNY 649, about $96, this affordable outdoor smart camera has 4G connectivity, and it packs a built-in 9,900mAh battery.

A Korean tech community leak suggests the Galaxy Z Fold9 Ultra could match the Galaxy S27 Ultra’s camera setup, featuring a new 200MP HP6 main sensor and a 50MP 5x periscope telephoto lens. While the rumored upgrade would narrow the camera gap between Samsung’s foldable and slab-style Ultra phones, the specifications remain unconfirmed and could change before launch.

The OnePlus Pad 3 is the latest device to gain dual Bluetooth audio support. With the new OxygenOS update, users can stream audio to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously.

The Tessan Aero 5000 magnetic power bank offers 5,000 mAh of power for recharging phones in a slim 6.9 mm (0.27 in.) thick profile for easy everyday carry with smartphones. It uses a pure cobalt semi-solid-state battery for reduced fire risks.

OnePlus has shared another teaser for the upcoming OnePlus N6x in India. The company has also teased a documentary addressing recent shutdown rumors in the country.

The Sony FX5 cinema camera delivers 15+ stop latitude with a full-frame 5K60p sensor capable of open-gate recording with anamorphic lenses. Designed for professional filmmakers, the FX5 comes with 5-axis stabilization, triple base ISO, compressed RAW video, 32-bit float audio, and an optional OLED viewfinder.

Lenovo is now selling a new 14-inch laptop in the US. Also available in Canada, the ThinkBook 14x is exceptionally lightweight. Despite weighing 990 g, the laptop boasts dual M.2 SSD slots, a haptic touchpad and a 120 Hz display.

The Oppo Find X10 series is expected to launch in Q4 2026. Ahead of its release, devices believed to belong to the lineup have appeared in spy shots, offering an early look at the camera layout of Oppo’s next-generation flagships.

HP has released another 14-inch laptop globally. built around Intel's Panther Lake platform. Available with up to the Core Ultra 7 355, the ProBook 4 G2i 14 also comes with up to 32 GB of RAM and a comparatively large battery given its 1.39 kg weight and 14-inch form factor.

Nitecore has offered 18650 batteries with a 14.4Wh capacity, rated at 4,000mAh, for some time. The new NL1840R adds an integrated USB Type-C port, although using it is optional because the battery is also compatible with suitable external chargers.

A new 14-inch ThinkPad has received a wider international release. Equipped with up to a 120 Hz VRR display and 32 GB of upgradeable RAM, the ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 AMD also has enough space for two SSDs and a 64 Wh battery.

A former writer for a first-party PlayStation studio claims that employees face strict social media guidelines. The company has ignored critics mourning the death of physical games and PS5 discs. Sony predicted the outrage and considers the transition to digital inevitable.