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Sep 11
The Nothing Ear (3) comes with a charging case made partly of metal. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Ear (3) revealed for the first time with brand new metal design and Talk button

Nothing's next-generation flagship earbuds feature a completely redesigned housing, which, like the charging case, is partially made of metal. The manufacturer has now unveiled the new design a few days ahead of the launch.
Hannes Brecher, 11 Sep 2025 21:22
Pitaka's latest iPhone cases. (Image source: Pitaka)

Pitaka unveils collection of stylish aramid-reinforced cases for iPhone 17 series

Apple's latest first-party cases are touted to have a woven effect; however, Pitaka could be said to have been doing that first with products such as its aramid fiber-imbued ProGuard cases. The new iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max accessories have been unveiled alongside UltraGuard variants with even more sophisticated aramid technology, while Pitaka's Ultra-Slim Case is backed to bring everyday minimalist protection to the iPhone Air and 17 as well. Their high-end look and construction come with premium prices, though.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Sep 2025 21:12
An alleged image of a Galaxy Tab A11 prototype from the rear. (Image source: via Mukul Sharma)

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus rears its head as smaller Galaxy Tab A11 pictured before release

Two of Samsung's next budget tablets have popped up in new leaks. Likely launching later this year, the Galaxy Tab A11 and Galaxy Tab A11 Plus will feature MediaTek chipsets while targeting different performance levels based on benchmark information.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 21:11
A screengrab of John Cena starring as Peacemaker in Peacemaker Season 2's official trailer (image source: DC YT)

Fortnite sees a new skin leak as John Cena's Peacemaker Season 2 builds on its success

Fortnite's leaked Peacemaker bundle includes the outfit for the titular character, along with 3 unique helmets, as well as a helmet-less look, making it one of the more expensive limited edition additions to the store this year.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 11 Sep 2025 20:48
The Miyoo Mini Flip in its four proposed launch colours. (Image source: u/TenLevels)

Miyoo Mini Flip: Pocket-friendly clamshell gaming handheld close to launching in four colours

The long-awaited Miyoo Mini Flip is moving closer to being released. First seen in the spring, the comparatively small clamshell gaming handheld has now been pictured in four launch colours before its impending global release.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 20:43
Image of the game The Tenants on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam: This city builder with 79% positive reviews is 90% off on the platform

This city builder, which has received over 79% positive reviews, is currently 90% off on Steam. But be warned, because this offer ends in just a few days.
Alexis Stegmann, 11 Sep 2025 20:41
The Borderlands 4-themed Xbox wireless controller from PowerA. (Image source: PowerA)

New Borderlands 4 Xbox controller launches tomorrow

PowerA is launching its Borderlands 4-themed Xbox Series X|S wireless controller tomorrow. The $99.99 pad features anti-drift Hall effect sticks and triggers, 3-way trigger stops, a built-in headset dial, and four mappable back buttons.
Elvis Shida, 11 Sep 2025 20:38
The Veazy is S&B's first portable device to be offered in these four colour options (Image source: S&B)

Storz & Bickel's Veazy dry herb vape debuts as its cheapest and most colourful model yet

Storz & Bickel, known for the iconic Volcano and Mighty cannabis vaporizers, has just introduced the more accessibly priced Veazy, a smaller portable unit that comes in four colours. It features a fast heat-up time of 40 seconds, and easy one-button operation with the option to control via the app.
Vishal Bhardwaj, 11 Sep 2025 20:33
The GameMT E5 Ultra is an unusual retro gaming handheld with a much wider and shorter housing than most. (Image source: GameMT)

E5 Ultra: Unusual retro gaming handheld launches with PlayStation 2 and Nintendo Gamecube emulation chops

The E5 Ultra improves upon the older E5 Plus in almost every area. Equipped with a Unisoc T620 chipset and 6 GB of RAM, the E5 Ultra runs Android 14 with a 720p display, Hall effect joysticks and a 5,000 mAh battery also at its disposal.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 20:17
The black variant of the Standard Edition Floatron F1 mATX case. (Image source: darkFlash)

This new PC case has ample GPU cooling thanks to its floating design

the darkFlash Floatron F1 is a unique looking m-ATX case that promises 5 to 7 degrees lower GPU temperatures. There is ample clearance for CPU coolers and GPUs but it seems like the radiator can be mounted only on top.
Vineet Washington, 11 Sep 2025 19:42
The Pico-Pal has been created to emulate 8-bit games like Pokémon Silver. (Image source: Peter Khouly)

Pico-Pal: New Game Boy Color style retro gaming handheld launching soon

The Pico-Pal is a new retro gaming handheld based around a Raspberry Pi RP2350B microcontroller and an Espressif ESP32 with a 1:1 IPS display. Launching soon, the Pico-Pal does its best impression of a Game Boy Color with a transparent case.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 19:17
Anker’s latest Zolo Power Bank is now available in white (pictured) in the US. (Image source: Anker)

Anker releases new version of dual integrated cable power bank

Anker’s Zolo Power Bank (20K, 45W, Built-In Dual USB-C Cables) is available in a second colorway. Arriving shortly after the original black version, this variant offers the same two integrated USB-C cables and two USB ports. Plus, the accessory has also been spotted at another US retailer.
Polly Allcock, 11 Sep 2025 19:12
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 charger is a new charging solution for iPhones and more. (Image source: Twelve South)

Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 charger: Compact wireless charging solution for two devices

Twelve South has launched the ButterFly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 charger, a new and particularly compact charging solution for iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods, and other devices. Up to two devices can be charged wirelessly at the same time.
Marcus Schwarten, 11 Sep 2025 18:49
The upcoming giveaway is worth $14.98. Pictured: Project Winter cover picture. (Image source: Epic Games Store - edited)

Epic Games Store's penultimate September 2025 free games batch includes award-winning game

The free games selection on Epic Games Store has been refreshed, and alongside making another free game bundle live, the storefront has revealed the freebies that will go live on September 18. This penultimate batch has a multi-award-winning title.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Sep 2025 18:45
The Epic Games Store is offering two games for Android and iOS this week, logo pictured. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Deal | Epic Games Store is offering two free games for Android and iOS gamers this week

The Epic Games Store is offering another batch of games for Android and iOS gamers. Available from today for a short time, Monument Valley 2 joins The Battle of Polytopia as a free game on both platforms, but only for a short time.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 18:39
The electric Mercedes C-Class EV teaser photo (Image source: Mercedes-Benz)

Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV set for 2026 launch: AMG version coming in 2027

Mercedes-Benz is preparing to launch an all-electric version of its C-Class in 2026. The new luxury EV, set to debut next year, will rival BMW’s i3 with its spacious interior and ultra-fast charging capabilities, while an AMG performance model promising supercar-level horsepower is on the horizon.
David Odejide, 11 Sep 2025 18:36
Cuktech’s Magnetic Power Bank CP12 (pictured) is available in North America and Europe. (Image source: Cuktech)

Cuktech Magnetic Power Bank CP12 now available globally with discount

Cuktech has released its Magnetic Power Bank CP12 in various countries worldwide with a launch discount. This model combines a wireless charging pad, an integrated braided USB-C cable and a USB-C port, allowing users to charge multiple devices simultaneously. Plus, there are indicator lights linked to wireless charging and the remaining battery level.
Polly Allcock, 11 Sep 2025 18:29
Artistic representation of AirPods Pro 3 translating Spanish to English. (Image source: Apple)

AirPods Pro 3 bring live translations but not for all iPhone users

Live translations require iPhone models that support Apple Intelligence. This means only those who are using the fairly newer phones will be able to make use of this advanced feature.
Vineet Washington, 11 Sep 2025 18:29
Apple’s sleep score feature (pictured) will be available for users of third-party wearables. (Image source: Apple)

New Apple sleep score rolling out to Garmin and Amazfit smartwatch users

Apple’s new sleep score feature will be available for users of third-party devices from brands like Garmin and Amazfit. Currently in beta testing, the metric is designed to help you understand and improve your quality of sleep, based on a large data set and guidelines from multiple medical organisations.
Polly Allcock, 11 Sep 2025 17:50
Tomb Raider IV–VI Remastered banner is shown (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

Actress claims Tomb Raider IV–VI Remastered replaced French Lara Croft dialogue with AI voice-overs

Gamers suspect that an AI voice generator supplied Lara Croft's French dub in Tomb Raider IV–VI Remastered. The actress now wants publisher Aspyr Media to halt sales of the game. The use of AI has become a contentious issue, as companies look for cheaper and faster ways to re-record dialogue.
Adam Corsetti, 11 Sep 2025 17:48
The iQoo 13. (Image source: iQoo)

iQoo 15 backed to rival iPhone 17 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with class-leading display

iQoo's next flagship smartphone is projected to have the best display of its class on its allegedly impending launch. Its screen is now believed to be as good as that of the brand-new iPhone 17 Pro Max - so good in fact that Samsung is also allegedly thinking of using the same panel in its own upcoming Galaxy S-series flagship. Then again, the upgrade might pose a drawback for iQoo, if not for its potential customers.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Sep 2025 17:34
Cyberpunk 2077 protagonist 'V' on the left, Jackie in the middle, and Dexter DeShawn to the right. (Image source: CD Projekt Red)

Cyberpunk 2077's latest patch makes AutoDrive smarter and photo mode better

The team at CD Projekt Red is listening to player feedback and still improving things. With the latest update, optimizations have been made to AutoDrive and photo mode features that were introduced in the previous major update.
Vineet Washington, 11 Sep 2025 17:15
Nothing OS 4 is about to be unleashed. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (1) officially slated to miss out on Android 16 upgrade

Nothing has announced that its uniquely-designed smartphones are headed for an upgrade to the fourth generation of their equally distinctive version of Android - except for one. The brand's inaugural flagship has been cut loose in terms of official software support, although its maker now hints that its fate has yet to be sealed outright.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Sep 2025 16:41
Watch Dogs 2 is currently down to $4.99. Pictured: an edited screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam deal: GTA-styled open-world game with hacking tactics drops to all-time low price

Watch Dogs 2, a 2016 action-adventure game with GTA-like gameplay, has dropped to its lowest price on Steam. Thanks to this deal, it can be scored at $4.99, a 90% discount from what it usually goes for.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Sep 2025 16:35
The BYD Seagull is sold under the name Dolphin Surf in Europe. (Image source: BYD)

Europe wants its own Tesla Model 2 for €15,000 to take on the €20,000 BYD Seagull

While Tesla ditched its affordable electric car project, Europe set out to build a cheap electric car for the masses profitably. Its automakers are facing an onslaught of Chinese electric cars, and the European Commission is taking action.
Daniel Zlatev, 11 Sep 2025 16:27
The Asus ROG Strix (XG27ACDNG) QD-OLED gaming monitor features a built-in heatsink to protect against the display from overheating. (Image source: Asus, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Asus ROG Strix QD-OLED monitor with rich colors and 360 Hz refresh rate enjoys notable price cut on Amazon

The Asus ROG Strix (XG27ACDNG) QD-OLED gaming monitor, featuring a 26.5-inch screen diagonal, a blazing-fast 360 Hz refresh rate, and QHD resolution, is now enjoying a notable price cut on Amazon. The OLED gaming monitor also brings Nvidia G-Sync support and a 0.03 ms response time.
Fawad Murtaza, 11 Sep 2025 16:27
The Legion Go slim docking solution lacks any additional batteries. (Image source: u/MysteriousAlarm897)

Lenovo Legion Go: Modder transforms popular gaming handheld into Cyberdeck with optional 190 Wh battery expansion

A modder has showcased two Cyberdeck or mini laptop docks designed for the Lenovo Legion Go. Apparently with a view to sharing or selling the files, u/MysteriousAlarm897 has new dock complements an earlier version they revealed with 190 Wh of batteries crammed inside.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 16:15
The Nintendo Switch 2 with a third-party 8,000 mAh battery installed. (Image source: Naga)

Nintendo Switch 2 receives massive battery boost with new mod

Battery life is often cited as a shortcoming with the Nintendo Switch 2. In response, a modder has expanded the console's battery capacity by over 50% with no apparent downsides.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 16:08
The Casio GST-B1000 (pictured) with a blue dial. (Image source: Casioblog)

New stunning hi-res Casio G-Steel GST-B1000 images spotted ahead of official reveal

Brand new high-definition images solidify the Casio G-Shock GST-B1000 as a soon-to-release premium G-Steel flagship with a slim, fully analog design, carbon core guard case, red shock dampers, and Bluetooth.
Anubhav Sharma, 11 Sep 2025 16:01
The Samsung Galaxy F17 5G in violet pop colorway (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung’s new affordable phone launches with modern design and 6 OS updates

Samsung has launched a new Galaxy F17 smartphone in the Indian market. The company’s new budget-range smartphone comes with a 50 MP primary camera, an Exynos 1330 processor, a 90 Hz AMOLED display, and a 5,000 mAh battery, among other features. On top of that, the device will get six major Android OS updates.
Abhinav Fating, 11 Sep 2025 15:52
The Vivo X200 Pro. (Image Source: Vivo)

MediaTek Dimensity 9500 shows off 40% performance upgrade aboard the Vivo X300 Pro in early benchmark

Vivo has now officially released a benchmark listing for its imminent X300 Pro flagship phone. The phone blows past the impressive RedMagic 10S Pro, and records an overall score about 40% higher than the Dimensity 9400-powered Vivo X200 Pro.
Ricci Rox, 11 Sep 2025 15:27
Xiaomi’s Outdoor Camera CW100 Dual (pictured) has arrived in the UK. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Affordable Xiaomi Smart Camera CW100 Dual now available in Europe

The Xiaomi Smart Camera CW100 Dual has been released in one European country and will soon arrive in several others. This 2K dual lens model is said to offer an ultra-wide viewing angle, with AI human and vehicle detection features. Plus, the smart security camera supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Ethernet, and there are various storage options.
Polly Allcock, 11 Sep 2025 15:25
The Galaxy S26 Pro is tipped to be the replacement for the Galaxy S25. (Image source: Android Headlines & OnLeaks)

Galaxy S26: Even slower charging times rumoured for two of Samsung's next high-end smartphone releases

Samsung is not expected to unleash a new batch of flagship smartphones until early next year. Nonetheless, early reports indicate that two of the company's next high-end smartphones will charge more slowly than the current Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 15:05
Image of the game Delta Force on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

A new operator will appear in Delta Force from September 23

A new operator will appear in Delta Force on September 23. And that’s not all, because many new features have also been announced, allowing to meet the expectations of the players.
Alexis Stegmann, 11 Sep 2025 14:59
Nvidia has belatedly confirmed that unexpected performance slowdowns should no longer occur on laptops running with Optimus enabled. (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia releases fix for Nvidia Optimus gaming laptop performance issues

Nvidia has now confirmed that its latest Game Ready Driver package includes more than just the usual optimisations for new games. Apparently, Game Ready Driver 581.29 finally resolves the reason behind performance degradations occurring over time on Nvidia Optimus-enabled gaming laptops.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 14:59
EA has announced the first test phase of Battlefield 6’s battle royale mode. (Image source: EA via X (formerly Twitter)

"This is going to be great!": Battlefield 6 unveils battle royale mode and new content

Electronic Arts announced the first test phase of the Battlefield 6 battle royale mode in an X post on September 10, revealing more details about the upcoming trial. The test is set to take place this week through Battlefield Labs.
Marius Müller, 11 Sep 2025 14:55
Decent specs and impressive port selection, despite its lightness. (Image Source: Dynabook)

Dynabook announces 13.3-inch G-series ultrabooks powered by Intel Meteor Lake-U CPUs weighing only 849 g

Even though these are some of Dynabook's lightest models to date, the new G-series ultrabooks offer MIL grade chassis sturdiness and an impressive port selection that includes 2x Thunderbolt 4 and a microSD card reader. The more expensive variants are powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 155U, while the affordable ones feature the Core Ultra 5 125U processor. All models come with 16 GB LPDDR5X-6400 RAM.
Bogdan Solca, 11 Sep 2025 14:47
The Moaan InkPalm Mini Plus 2 costs around $196 in China. Pictured: a promo picture of the e-reader. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

New pocket-sized Xiaomi e-reader launches with Android 14 and 512 GB storage

Moaan, a company that's part of the Xiaomi ecosystem, has launched a new pocket-sized e-reader. Called the InkPalm Mini Plus 2, the Amazon Kindle competitor runs on Android, features 512 GB of storage, and has an affordable launch price in China.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Sep 2025 14:42
Ship Graveyard Simulator is free on Steam until September 15. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Chopping up ships is "incredibly satisfying": Unusual simulation free on Steam for a short time

Gamers can now dive into a unique simulation on Steam that lets them dismantle massive ships piece by piece. Ship Graveyard Simulator is free to play until September 15, after which it will be available for just $1 at a 93% discount.
Marius Müller, 11 Sep 2025 14:38
Pictured: 3D render of the China Academy of Sciences building (Image source: CAS)

China unveils SpikingBrain 1.0, a brain-inspired LLM running on domestic MetaX chips

The Chinese Academy of Sciences has introduced SpikingBrain 1.0, the first "brain-like" large language model designed for energy efficiency. Running entirely on Chinese-made MetaX chips, it promises up to 100x faster performance than conventional systems.
Nathan Ali, 11 Sep 2025 14:33
For the first time, genetically modified pig kidneys can be evaluated in a clinical trial. (Image source: OpenAI)

Hope in the fight against global organ shortage: Pig kidneys cleared for clinical trials

The FDA has authorized the first clinical trial involving genetically engineered pig kidneys, signaling a move from isolated cases to structured patient testing. Developed by biotech company eGenesis, the organs have already demonstrated encouraging early outcomes in transplants at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Marius Müller, 11 Sep 2025 14:03
The SM8735 Pro may well be just an overclocked Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. (Image source: Qualcomm - edited)

Qualcomm tipped to deliver new sub-flagship processor as possible overclocked Snapdragon 8s Gen 4

According to a new rumour, Qualcomm has multiple chipsets up its sleeve that will sit just below the next Snapdragon 8 Elite in its lineup. Reportedly, Qualcomm is considering offering something called the SM8735 Pro to OEMs like OnePlus after releasing the SM8735 as the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 earlier this year.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 14:02
Anker’s Prime Wireless Car Charger (pictured) is launching this fall. (Image source: Anker)

New Anker Prime Wireless Car Charger (MagGo, AirCool, Pad) appears

The Anker Prime Wireless Car Charger (MagGo, AirCool, Pad) has been spotted on one of the brand’s websites. This confirms the name of the previously rumored accessory, as well as many of its features. Plus, the page indicates when this new Qi2.2 certified wireless car charger will be released.
Polly Allcock, 11 Sep 2025 13:19
This week's Epic Games giveaway is worth over $60, logo pictured. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Deal | Epic Games Store: Three highly rated games are now free to claim

Last week's Epic Games Store giveaway proved to be a bit of a bust with only one puzzle game discounted. This week though, the storefront is offering three games including one that was only released last year. Ghostunner 2, Monument Valley 2 and The Battle of Polytopia will be free to claim until next Thursday.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 13:10
Amazfit's T-Rex 3 smartwatch (pictured) should get the new BioCharge feature. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit T-Rex 3: BioCharge and other new features on the way

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch will receive the new BioCharge feature. In a recent comment on Reddit, a representative for the company addressed customer concerns following the release of the T-Rex 3 Pro, which has various upgrades. Amazfit has also suggested that other functions could be pushed to the older wearable in the future.
Polly Allcock, 11 Sep 2025 13:03
A side profile of the Vivo X300 showing its slim camera housing. (Image source: Vivo)

No X300 Pro mini: Vivo confirms new compact flagship is replacement for popular X200 Pro mini

The X200 Pro mini is far and away the smallest flagship smartphone that Vivo has offered lately. Repackaged as the X200 FE globally, Vivo has now confirmed that there will be no X300 Pro mini. Instead, its iPhone 17 Pro challenger will replace both the X200 and X200 Pro mini.
Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 13:01
Citizen’s Attesa H800 Full Sapphire Bezel watch (pictured) will be released in October 2025. (Image source: Citizen)

Citizen announces new Attesa H800 Full Sapphire Bezel watch

The limited edition Citizen Attesa H800 Full Sapphire Bezel watch (AT8314-53L) is on the way. Set for a global release in the next few weeks, only 1,800 units of the Eco-Drive radio-controlled watch will be available. This model has a blue-green design with a sapphire crystal covered bezel and titanium casing and strap.
Polly Allcock, 11 Sep 2025 12:58
The Twelve South PowerBug enables wireless charging right at a wall outlet. (Image source: Twelve South)

Twelve South PowerBug brings Qi2 wireless charging to power sockets

Twelve South recently unveiled the PowerBug – an ultra-compact Qi2 wireless charger that plugs directly into wall outlets. The device also features a USB-C port capable of delivering up to 35 watts of power to devices over a wired connection.
Marcus Schwarten, 11 Sep 2025 12:53
Engine Pro 3.0 Boost: A foldable e-bike that is also suitable for off-road use. (Image source: Engwe)

Engine Pro 3.0 Boost launches as foldable, all-terrain e-bike with powerful motor and torque sensor

The Engine Pro 3.0 Boost is a new foldable electric bike that promises exceptional performance. It features extra-wide tires, making it ideal for off-road use.
Silvio Werner, 11 Sep 2025 12:48
The Asus ROG Strix XG258QMG gaming monitor (pictured). (Image source: Asus)

Asus ROG Strix XG258QMG: New FHD TN gaming monitor launches with 280Hz refresh rate and 120% sRGB coverage

ASUS ROG Strix XG258QMG is a new 24.5-inch Full HD TN gaming monitor featuring 280Hz refresh rate, 0.2ms response, 120% sRGB coverage, FreeSync, and HDR, designed for competitive low-latency gaming environments.
Anubhav Sharma, 11 Sep 2025 12:44

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