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Sep 28
FiiO has launched the Snowsky Tiny, an external USB-C headphone DAC, in three colors and two versions. (Image source: FiiO)

FiiO unveils Snowsky Tiny external USB-C headphone DAC

FiiO has unveiled the Snowsky Tiny, a compact USB-C headphone DAC supporting 32-bit/384 kHz PCM and DSD256 playback with Hi-Res Audio certification. Available in two models with UAC 1.0 and 2.0 support, they are also compatible with game consoles.
David Chien, 28 Sep 2025 23:06
The TASCAM FR-AV4 provides creators with four channels of 32-bit, 192 kHz float audio and accurate timecode generation in a rugged field recorder. (Image source: TASCAM)

TASCAM unveils FR-AV4 audio recorder for filmmakers

TASCAM has introduced the FR-AV4, a rugged 4-channel field recorder with 32-bit float audio and 133 dB dynamic range, without needing gain adjustment to prevent clipping. Designed for filmmakers, it features timecode sync for multi-camera shoots.
David Chien, 28 Sep 2025 22:06
An aggravated Donkey Kong stands behind Switch 2 console (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Nintendo Switch 2 boycott launched by activists over high game prices and Game-Key Cards

A new initiative takes aim at Nintendo for anti-consumer behavior. Gaming Consumer Rights calls the price of its latest handheld and Switch 2 games unreasonable. It also believes that Nintendo uses deceptive marketing practices when promoting Game-Key Cards.
Adam Corsetti, 28 Sep 2025 21:42
Oppo has unpacked the Hasselblad teleconverter for the first time for the Oppo Find X9 series and summarized many camera specs. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find X9 Pro: Hasselblad teleconverter lens unboxed and official camera specs revealed

After Vivo unveiled its new generation of Zeiss teleconverters for the Vivo X300 series, it was Oppo's turn this weekend with a special unboxing of the first Hasselblad telephoto lens for the upcoming Find X9 flagship camera generation. Here's a recap of some of the previously teased camera specs for the Oppo Find X9 and Oppo Find X9 Pro.
Alexander Fagot, 28 Sep 2025 21:19
A Blood Raven Space Marine Dreadnought fires its weapon at Ork units in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV’s in-engine trailer. (Image source: Warhammer via YouTube)

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV first in-engine trailer revealed and fans are already asking for one thing

A new in-engine trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV debuted at the PC Gaming Show: Tokyo Direct, showcasing the series’ return to classic RTS gameplay and setting the stage for its 2026 launch.
Anmol Dubey, 28 Sep 2025 21:14
Image showing a lunar eclipse. (Image source: ulrikebohr570 - Pixabay)

NASA wants to blow up this asteroid with a nuclear charge before it reaches the Moon

Faced with the threat posed by asteroid 2024 YR4, NASA wants to blow it up with nuclear charges. But this is a colossal challenge, and space agencies must embark on a race against time.
Alexis Stegmann, 28 Sep 2025 20:31
Anime visual for Hikari ga Shinda Natsu (The Summer Hikaru Died), showing two characters walking along a glowing shoreline at dusk. (Image source: @hikanatsu_anime via X, formerly Twitter)

The Summer Hikaru Died anime gets Season 2, cast shares heartfelt messages

The Summer Hikaru Died anime is officially getting a second season, with a new teaser video and cast comments now available. The announcement comes via the official Twitter account, with further updates on release details promised soon.
Praneeta, 28 Sep 2025 20:25
The Garmin Fenix E (pictured) meets military standards for shock, thermal, and water resistance. (Image source: Garmin)

Deal | Garmin Fenix E with 16-day battery life gets its biggest-ever Amazon discount

The Garmin Fenix E 47mm AMOLED smartwatch is now priced at $499.99, down from $799.99. It comes equipped with a 16-day battery life, multi-GNSS navigation, health tracking, and smart features, making it a solid value proposition if you're in the market for a capable smartwatch.
Anubhav Sharma, 28 Sep 2025 19:44
OnePlus 15 is claimed to feature 1.15 mm bezels on all four sides. Pictured: the front of the phone. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15 to feature slimmer bezels than Xiaomi 17 and tougher build than iPhone 17 Pro

The OnePlus 15 is set to be among the first batch of flagship phones that are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Just weeks ahead of the expected launch, the company has highlighted the slim bezels and tough build of its new smartphone.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Sep 2025 19:25
Asus TUF Gaming A16 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Asus equips the new TUF Gaming A16 with an improved 165 Hz display and replaceable RAM

Asus equips its new mainstream gamer TUF Gaming A16 with replaceable RAM as well as a much better 165 Hz display and therefore fixes two big issues we had with the previous model. The performance of the RTX 5070 Laptop is often sufficient for the native WQHD resolution.
Andreas Osthoff, 28 Sep 2025 19:10
T-Rex 3: Trying out the smartwatch's new feature. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit T-Rex 3: A closer look at a new feature

Zepp Health recently rolled out a new update for the relatively inexpensive T-Rex 3, which has already been the subject of review at Notebookcheck. We've just tried out the feature and are providing a first look.
Silvio Werner, 28 Sep 2025 19:08
We don't yet know whether Xiaomi will also include the secondary display in the Xiaomi 18 Pro, but the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 seems to be a given. (Image source: Weibo)

Xiaomi 17 successor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 in Xiaomi 18 and next-gen modems discovered in HyperOS 3

HyperOS 3 offers a glimpse into the future. A code analysis of the latest Xiaomi operating system has uncovered the first clues to the successor to the brand-new Xiaomi 17 and the 2nm Qualcomm hardware it will likely feature.
Alexander Fagot, 28 Sep 2025 19:07
New display glasses now crowdfunding. (Image source: Vision Mini)

Vision Mini: Ultra-light 4K glasses with loudspeakers for immersive entertainment on the go

The Vision Mini is a new display in the form of glasses. It is designed to offer impressive display quality even when on the go and is compatible with a wide range of playback devices. The model can also be used by people with visual impairments.
Silvio Werner, 28 Sep 2025 19:03
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max appears to be a better gaming device than the iPhone 17 Pro Max. (Image Source: AnRan0420 on Weibo)

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 dominates Apple's A19 Pro in gaming tests aboard the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max are the two most powerful smartphones on the market at the moment. Gaming tests show, however, that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered phone holds consistent advantages in gaming performance, efficiency, and thermal management.
Ricci Rox, 28 Sep 2025 18:27
The Apex 4 is basically already official. (Image source: Coros, via manudi19)

Coros Apex 4: New smartwatch launches with technology no longer used by Garmin

The Coros Apex 4 is a new GPS smartwatch which may give Garmin a run for its money in some aspects and is likely to appeal to demanding athletes. The watch also supports a color display, but uses rather specialized display technology.
Silvio Werner, 28 Sep 2025 18:13
The Dimensity 9500. (Image Source: Vivo)

MediaTek Dimensity 9500 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: Early CPU and GPU benchmarks indicate a win for Qualcomm

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Mediatek Dimensity 9500 will power most flagship Android smartphones released over the next twelve months. Both chipsets have now been tested on both CPU and GPU benchmarks.
Ricci Rox, 28 Sep 2025 18:06
A screengrab from Bully: Scholarship Edition (image source: Steam Community)

Rockstar Co-Founder: Bully 2 never happened because of "bandwidth issues"

Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser had a nuanced take on why Bully 2 never became a reality for the prolific game development company.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Sep 2025 17:57
The Xiaomi 15T. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 17 series camera hardware detailed post-launch

Xiaomi released the 15T and 17 lineups within days of each other. Both lineups are positioned towards the top of the company's model hierarchy, but information on their camera hardware now highlights the difference between them.
Ricci Rox, 28 Sep 2025 17:11
Pragmata's logo from the Pragmata Shelter trailer (image source: Capcom)

Capcom's Pragmata: director reveals why the game was 'indefinitely delayed' two years ago

Pragmata's delay may have been due to a mix of experimentation at the development end, as well as an earlier reveal than most of its peers when it was first announced in 2020.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Sep 2025 16:00
A picture of the Silent Hill f steelbook (image source r/gamecollecting)

GameStop accused of 'misleading' Silent Hill f players over botched steelbook pre-orders

Brick-and-mortar video game retailer GameStop might have found itself in a different kind of PR horror story as disgruntled players accuse it of mismanaging the launch of the Silent Hill f steelbooks despite having orders that were months in the making.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Sep 2025 15:48
A screengrab from Dying Light: The Beast (image source: Steam Community)

Techland promises hotfix after Dying Light: The Beast racks up player complaints over forced QTEs

The hotfix was promised amidst growing user frustration about interactions with biters in Dying Light: The Beast, which involved unskippable quick time events (QTEs)
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Sep 2025 15:25
The 45W fast charger offers adaptive charging feature for multiple Apple devices. Pictured: a promo picture of the adapter. (Image source: Anker)

Anker details new compact fast charger with digital display and smart charging feature

A new Anker 45W charging adapter was recently teased by the company, and now, the charger has been detailed in a teaser video. As the brand reveals, the fast charger will support adaptive charging, which works for multiple Apple devices.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Sep 2025 13:36
HydroBuckler in action (Image source: the researchers)

New technique lets robots walk on water using heat-powered motions

Drawing inspiration from water-strider insects, researchers at the University of Virginia have developed a novel fabrication method that lets tiny robots form directly on water surfaces and move using heat-powered motions.
Chibuike Okpara, 28 Sep 2025 12:11
Sodium-ion batteries are set to move from microcars like the E10X to mass market EVs. (Image source: JAC)

Sodium-ion batteries set to go mainstream as they hit LFP price and energy density parity

After the world's largest battery maker managed to craft a sodium-ion battery with high energy density ready for mass production, the future of the technology looks bright. Sodium-ion batteries are slated to proliferate as soon as 2026 now.
Daniel Zlatev, 28 Sep 2025 11:58
The Evolve MVMT (pictured) is designed to be worn on the ankle. (Image source: Evolve)

Evolve's new fitness wearable reaches funding target in just 4 minutes, featuring real-time shock absorption tracking

Evolve MVMT, a new ankle-worn fitness wearable, hit its Kickstarter goal in merely 4 minutes. The MVMT comes with real-time shock absorption, fatigue, and performance tracking for runners.
Anubhav Sharma, 28 Sep 2025 11:55
Image from the game Silent Hill f on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Silent Hill f: A free mod completely transforms the game

Although Silent Hill f was released on September 25, several mods already exist for this game. And this is particularly true of this one, which completely transforms the game's universe.
Alexis Stegmann, 28 Sep 2025 11:29
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G comes with a number of features that you might not expect in this price range.

Affordable smartphones: Samsung demonstrates what is possible

Even for under $200, you can now get smartphones that offer enough performance and features for everyday use. We take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and show you what it can do—and what it can't.
Florian Schmitt, 28 Sep 2025 11:03
The Casio Pro Trek PRJ-B001B-1 (pictured) uses a paracord-style band. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio Pro Trek PRJ-B001B-1 watch goes on sale with rotary guard bezel and Tough Solar

Casio's PRJ-B001B-1 has officially launched with a rotary guard bezel, solar power, Bluetooth syncing, 10-bar water resistance, and a paracord-style band. Case: 50.3 × 46 × 13.6 mm, weight: 37 g. It's priced at ¥25,300 (~$169).
Anubhav Sharma, 28 Sep 2025 10:30
A person holding the Intel Arc Pro B50 low-profile workstation GPU with a blower-style cooler, shown against its packaging box. (Image source: ETA Prime via YouTube)

This $349 16 GB AI workstation card runs Cyberpunk 2077 at 85 FPS with just 50 W power draw

Intel’s Arc Pro B50 is sold as a workstation GPU, but recent testing explores how it performs in gaming and AI tasks. With its compact design, low power draw, and 16 GB of VRAM, the Intel Arc Pro B50 may hold more potential than expected, as demonstrated in recent tests by a creator.
Anmol Dubey, 28 Sep 2025 09:07
The Magic 8 series is set to launch in October 2025. Pictured: the back of the non-Pro phone. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic 8 edges past Xiaomi 17 Pro in early Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 benchmarks

Ahead of the release, the AnTuTu benchmark result from the Honor Magic 8 has surfaced. As shown in the screenshot reshared by the product manager, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship has managed to get a higher overall score than the Xiaomi 17 Pro.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Sep 2025 08:50
The Abxylute One Pro is an Android-powered handheld for cloud gaming, remote streaming, and local gaming. (Image source: Abxylute)

New update brings Nvidia GeForce Now app to the Abxylute One Pro

A new software update has been released for the Abxylute One Pro handheld gaming device. The changelog mentions it brings the Nvidia GeForce app alongside fixes and security updates.
Habeeb Onawole, 28 Sep 2025 07:53
The Apollo A6000 is an Amiga-compatible computer with updated hardware for faster performance. (Image source: Apollo Computer)

Apollo Computer announces sale date for the second batch of Apollo A6000 Amiga-compatible computers

Apollo Computer will release a second batch of Apollo A6000 Amiga-compatible systems on October 13. An additional twenty units will be sold at the Amiga 40 event in Germany. The all-in-one computer is modeled after the original Amiga A600.
David Chien, 28 Sep 2025 06:43
A picture of the 2020 Calwood Fire (Image source: Malachi Brooks via Unsplash)

HydroFlame: New online tool to prevent the disastrous aftermath of wildfires

NASA is supporting the development of an online tool called HydroFlame. The tool is designed to help predict mudslides, flash flooding, and contaminated water supplies — possible effects of wildfires.
Chibuike Okpara, 28 Sep 2025 06:01
A screengrab of Baldur's Gate 3 on PC (image source: Steam Community)

Baldur's Gate 3: Despite over 15 million copies sold, only 23% of players actually played it to completion

Baldur's Gate 3's impressive showing as a title in both commercial and critical terms may not be completely reflected in player game completion rates, with only 23.4% of buyers actually finishing the game without accounting for reruns on Steam.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Sep 2025 05:02
A screengrab from Silent Hill f on PC (image source: Steam Community)

Deal | Silent Hill f is already 25% off US MSRP less than a week after launch thanks to a UK-based retailer

PC Gamers still considering hopping on Silent Hill f's bandwagon can benefit from an impressive 25% discount for a Steam key, an offer that has been available to users since preorders kick in.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Sep 2025 04:27
A screengrab from Hades II on PC (image source: Steam Community)

Supergiant Games director says Hades 3 isn't a sure thing despite the success of Hades 2

Supergiant Games’ Studio Director Amir Rao said that Hades 3 is not "preordained" for the developer, even as Hades 2 continues to rack up multiple commercial and critical wins in the background.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Sep 2025 04:04
A limited edition Steam Deck OLED (Image source: Valve; edited)

Deal | Over $180 worth of Steam Deck-compatible indie games drop to $20 on Humble Bundle

The latest Humble Deal — Stories From Latin America — is here with 10 games and 1 game coupon in tow. This bundle is packed with indie games and all the games have Latin American themes. Except for Dreamcore, all the games in this bundle have Steam Deck support.
Chibuike Okpara, 28 Sep 2025 03:59
A screengrab from the Forza Horizon 6 teaser trailer (image source: Forza YouTube)

Forza Horizon 6 finally heads to Japan but Microsoft says PS5 players will have to wait

PlayStation 5 players might have to wait a considerable amount of time to be able to play, unlike PC and Xbox players who will have day one access to the title.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Sep 2025 03:33
Mockup of rumored new PS6 handheld (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

Insider thinks new PS6 handheld price may be closer to Switch 2 console than ROG Xbox Ally

Thanks to more efficient components, the new PlayStation handheld may avoid an astronomical price tag. Perilous economic conditions threaten to make other consoles too expensive for mainstream gamers. A popular insider predicts the PS6 handheld price on its rumored 2027-28 release date.
Adam Corsetti, 28 Sep 2025 03:17
The M3 MacBook Air 15 (pictured) is now on sale for its lowest-ever price at Amazon. (Image source: Notebookcheck.net)

Deal | Fully-loaded M3 Macbook Air 15 on sale for lowest price ever on Amazon

Apple's last-generation MacBook Air 15, sporting an M3 SoC alongside 24 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, is on sale for its lowest-ever price over at Amazon. At 35% off, going with the previous-gen Apple silicon can save buyers $300.
Sam Medley, 28 Sep 2025 01:30
GMK NucBox K12 features the Ryzen 7 H 255 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

New Ryzen 7 H 255 performs almost identically to the 3-year old Ryzen 7 7840HS

The recently released Ryzen 7 H 255 may have the naming convention of a new Zen 5 CPU, but it's an old Zen 4 processor at heart with last generation performance and features.
Allen Ngo, 28 Sep 2025 00:22
Xiaomi sells the Redmi Note 15 Pro in four colours within its home market. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G launching globally with major change from existing model

According to a new report, Xiaomi is plotting to separate the global version of the Redmi Note 15 Pro from its Chinese counterpart in at least one key area. Launching as the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G, the device will be one of several that adopt Samsung's new 200 MP camera sensors.
Alex Alderson, 28 Sep 2025 00:18
The ROG Zephyrus M16 2023 is one the laptops to which Asus has started rolling out a new beta BIOS update. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Asus releases major updates to ROG gaming laptops with stuttering and performance interruption fixes

Asus has moved quickly to begin resolving ROG gaming laptop performance issues following the publication of a recent independent investigation. Starting with 2023 laptops, the list of affected units is thought to stretch from 2021 onwards.
Alex Alderson, 28 Sep 2025 00:14
The global version of the Redmi Note 15 may have an additional camera over the current Redmi Note 15, pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 to launch globally with battery capacity downgrade

Early firmware details have revealed initial information about the hardware changes that Xiaomi plans to make between the Chinese and global versions of the Redmi Note 15. From battery to camera tweaks, the global Redmi Note 15 will be quite different to the one that Xiaomi has announced so far.
Alex Alderson, 28 Sep 2025 00:09
Sep 27
The Sony Xperia 1 VII runs on Android 16. Sony promises 4 OS updates and 6 years of security patches

Unique features and a paywall: Sony Xperia 1 VII stands out from the crowd

Sony is setting priorities with its new smartphone flagship, the Xperia 1 VII. With an MSRP of almost €1500, it’s not a mainstream device, but designed for camera enthusiasts. That said, users who choose the Xperia 1 VII also have to live with a few quirks.
Manuel Masiero, 27 Sep 2025 23:14
Xiaomi is said to be restricting some HyperOS 3 features for higher-end smartphones. (Image source: Xiaomi)

No Hyper Island: Xiaomi reportedly prevents new HyperOS 3 feature from working on multiple Redmi Note smartphones

It seems that not all versions of HyperOS 3 are created equal. Based on early findings, some HyperOS 3 may not offer Xiaomi's new Hyper Island functionality on Redmi Note and cheaper models, which borrows heavily from Apple's Dynamic Island implementation.
Alex Alderson, 27 Sep 2025 23:09
The electric Tesla Model Y (Image source: Tesla UK)

Tesla UK revenue dropped £500 million in 2024 financial year as profits fell

Tesla’s UK division saw revenues fall by over £500 million in the 2024 financial year, with profits also declining. Despite weaker results, the company paid a dividend to its US parent and is preparing for expansion into the UK energy market.
David Odejide, 27 Sep 2025 22:52
Promotional poster of the anime One Punch Man, featuring Saitama, Genos, and other heroes on the right side facing off against powerful villains and monsters on the left side, with dramatic sky background. (Image source: One Punch Man)

One Punch Man season 3 all set for release as trailer nowhere to be seen

With less than two weeks until the premiere of One Punch Man Season 3, fans are growing increasingly restless over the lack of a full trailer. Despite concerns, the official Japanese site has confirmed that the new season will stream starting in October across major platforms.
Praneeta, 27 Sep 2025 22:41
Illuminated oil refinery at night with bright lights. (Image source: Selim Şengül via Pexels)

Gneuton's waste heat-powered water purification technology for AI data centers to come online in Q1 2026

Gneuton, a US-based company, has launched a patented thermal distillation system that repurposes waste heat from gas turbine-powered AI data centers into purified water, aiming to cut water costs and boost sustainability worldwide. The company plans pilot deployments in global AI hubs.
Praneeta, 27 Sep 2025 22:21
Asus ROG Xbox Ally X pre-order teaser image (Image source: screenshot, Xbox YouTube with edits)

Scalpers list ROG Xbox Ally X prices of $2500 after pre-orders for gaming handheld sell out

Some gamers scoff at the ROG Xbox Ally X price, but the Windows 11 handheld is selling out at retailers. The model with AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor is out of stock on Asus and Microsoft stores. eBay scalpers are conducting ROG Xbox Ally X pre-orders with asking prices more than double MSRP.
Adam Corsetti, 27 Sep 2025 21:51

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