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As Nintendo announced in an official announcement, almost all online services for the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U will be discontinued in April of this year.

Gamers currently have the opportunity to take part in a Capcom survey and tell the company which game they would like to see a sequel to in the future. Participants from Japan, Taiwan, England and Canada can look forward to exclusive prizes.

A week ago, HMD Global uploaded a new video on YouTube, which went over the brand's plans for the future. It only focused on new HMD-branded devices, making many believe there won't be Nokia-branded phones anymore. The Finnish manufacturer later clarified the matter, saying, "You will continue to see new Nokia phones!"

Following the launch of version 4.0.0.219 earlier in February, the software is now rolling out to another newer Huawei smartwatch. The most exciting element of the update is a tool that you can use to extend the battery life of the wearable. The software file is relatively large, bringing three tools to the watch.

The decentralised social network Bluesky can now be used without an invite code. Alongside Mastodon and Metas Threads, the public now has another alternative to X/Twitter.

According to new reports, Google has decided against selling a second-generation Pixel Fold with the Tensor G3 chipset that powers the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. Instead, the Pixel Fold 2 is now rumoured to join the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro on the Tensor G4, setting up a fall 2024 release with the Pixel Watch 3 in the process.

YASHICA has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for its Vision camera binoculars. The product has a 58 MP night vision camera with an f/1.0 aperture to help you capture footage in darkness. Other features include an infrared illuminator, digital zoom and a microSD card slot.

The Alienware m16 can now be had for a whopping $600 off the list price straight from Dell. With the discount in place, the 16-inch machine becomes an extremely enticing deal thanks to its strong performance, capable display, healthy port selection, and plenty of upgradability options.

Due to inconsistencies in the release cycle of Ubuntu 24.04 and Plasma 6, Kubuntu 24.04 LTS must be released with KDE Plasma 5 instead of the new Plasma 6 desktop. The switch to Plasma 6 for the Ubuntu flavour Kubuntu will not take place until the 24.10 release in October 2024.

The release of an Apple Watch Ultra with a microLED display has reportedly been delayed again due to problems with mass production. The wearable would be the first of its kind from the brand, with benefits including higher brightness and a longer lifetime. Plus, the model is expected to have a larger display than its predecessors.

The EarFun Air 2 are new and completely wireless headphones that should impress with their high playback quality and the ability to use them with multiple devices. A game mode is available, and they are also said to be waterproof - to a greater extent.

Microsoft could be developing its own Xbox handheld console for launch in 2026. The latest rumor suggests that the handheld console is being prepared alongside a traditional console mimicking the company’s approach of releasing a less powerful and more powerful console.

The latest PlayStation 5 beta firmware update is rolling out to a limited number of consoles in a few markets (Canada, Japan, Germany, France, the US, and the UK). Its highlights include enhanced noise cancellation and controller speaker audio, as well as the improved visual interaction with the host in Share Screen.

Two insiders familiar with Atlus revealed yesterday that Persona 4 and Persona 2 will return soon. The first will get a remake while the latter will be remastered for all consoles, including the next-gen Xbox and the Nintendo Switch 2. Sadly, there no release date was mentioned.

After weeks of rumours about popular Xbox exclusive titles being brought over to PlayStation and Nintendo, it seems Microsoft will finally be sharing its multi-platform plans next week in a “business update event”. Games rumoured to be made multi-platform include Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Hi-Fi Rush, Sea of Thieves and Starfield.

Industry insiders say that Elden Ring will soon be playable on smartphones. However, it is said to launch as a free-to-play title with microtransactions. There is no word about when it will launch, and sources say it'll be a while.

Twenty five years after the last model was launched, Suzuki has unveiled the latest Omnichord OM-108 to the delight of retro instrument collectors and musicians. These electronic auto harps have enjoyed a renaissance with today’s generation like vinyl albums and cassette tapes.

Snap Inc., the parent company of the popular social media app Snapchat, will be reducing its workforce by 10%. With this, Snap has become the latest tech company to initiate lay offs due to a dip in ad revenue, and other reasons.

Two sought-after size variants of the immensely bright Mini-LED TV from Hisense have dropped to their lowest price ever. While the 55-inch version of the Hisense U8K can now be ordered for just $649, the large 75-inch version can be had for $1,149 on Amazon.

A massive DDoS attack involving more than three million toothbrushes infected with malware highlights the dangers of internet-connection gadgets, as less powerful gadgets in particular are often not adequately protected against malware.

Google's Wear OS smartwatch operating system will soon receive the long-awaited Material You update and a new grid view. Prospective users can already see what this will look like in advance.

LG has announced that its smart displays come with complimentary access to Apple's TV Plus (or TV+) content for a limited time. The offer is open to all new and existing owners of eligible 4K or 8K TVs released over the past seven years, as well as the StanbyME series of "lifestyle screens".

With the new X100VI, Fujifilm looks to be addressing a major flaw of the X100V — availability. The new X100VI will allegedly be made in China and receive substantial upgrades to its capabilities, including 6.2K video at 30 fps and 4K 60 fps video.

It is about 50 percent of the oxygen on earth and 90 percent of our sunlight. This is no small task for a spectacularly expensive satellite that is supposed to investigate many unanswered questions about the global climate.

The Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 is now going for only $699.99 at Best Buy. With a touch-capable AMOLED display and a Core i7-1260P processor, the laptop is packed with capable hardware to ensure excellent media consumption and productivity. Additionally, the notebook is also a worthy travel companion owing to its low weight (2.29 lbs), slim profile, and long battery life.

The Samsung Galaxy A55 may be closer to launch than ever, with a device bearing its rumored identifiers gaining approval for sale in the US from the Federal Communications Commission. It seems the FCC might have had an easy time of it, as the device seems all but unchanged compared to its A54 5G predecessor in some potentially important ways.

OLED gaming monitors are becoming increasingly popular, with dozens of new examples having been showcased last month at CES 2024. While WOLED and QD-OLED panels feature various technical advantages over their IPS and VA counterparts, two major gaming monitor manufacturers have now increased their respective warranties and guarantees for OLED panels, including if OLED burn-in occurs.

The Vivo X100 has now reached Europe, albeit as an import through a third-party retailer. Surprisingly, the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 touting handset is available for less than a Google Pixel 8 or a Samsung Galaxy S24.

Contrary to earlier suggestions, Apple's upcoming iPad Pro OLED refresh is now expected to start at below $1,000. With apparent even price rises across the board, this would make the entry-level option approximately 20% more expensive than its immediate predecessor.

The Google Pixel 7a saw a $50 price bump from its predecessor, making it barely sit at the “affordable” price range. But frequent deals do make it offer more value than at launch. A good example would be this deal, which has brought the mid-range smartphone back to its all-time low price of $374.

A reliable leaker has shared new images of the Zenfone 11 Ultra, Asus' next flagship smartphone. As expected, the Zenfone 11 Ultra is effectively a re-branded ROG Phone 8, albeit with Zenfone design elements.

According to Nintendo's recently published financial reports, the Nintendo Switch is continuing to sell like hot cakes. The total number of Switch units (across all models) hit 139.36 million as of the end of December 2023. However, console sales have declined by roughly 7.8% year-over-year.

Other highlights for this configuration include a 5 MP webcam with IR sensor, fingerprint reader integrated in the power button, 2x USB4 ports and a total weight of only 2.51 lbs.

The Google Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 wearables are receiving a February 2024 update. The Wear OS 4 software is rolling out in phases, with the first users reporting they have successfully downloaded and installed the latest version. Google suggests that all users should be able to see the update within the next week.

SpaceX is finally releasing its new, more powerful Starlink Residential tier hardware, and is making it available for purchase at places like Best Buy. The new Starlink Standard Kit comes with a larger antenna.

The Rock 5A Pink Edition is an affordable version of the Rock 5A that comes pre-configured with 16 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. Sold for just over $100, the Rock 5A Pink Edition is billed as being powerful enough to surpass the Raspberry Pi 5, the most potent option in the Raspberry Pi ecosystem.

Sugar Cubes has presented the Sugar Cubes X Jelly, a project that transforms a popular Android smartphone into a choice of two gaming handhelds. While one serves as more of a Unihertz Jelly Star controller, another overhauls the compact smartphone into a conventional-looking gaming handheld.

Users can raise the TDP of the APU up to 65 W via a BIOS option in order to boost CPU and iGPU performance. GMKtec offers the new NucBox K8 in barbone form, but there is also a 32 GB RAM +1 TB SSD option, and both can be bundled with a pair of AR glasses.

Banana Pi has shared initial details about the BPI-F3, another single-board computer that will be sold under its 'BPI' brand. Unlike recent entries like the BPI-M6 and BPI-M7, the BPI-F3 features a RISC-V chipset that contains eight CPU cores and delivers 2 TOPS of AI computing performance, among other features.

A European retailer leak has confirmed the impending global release of the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro. While a previous report suggested that the wearable would carry an €89 MSRP, the new leak outlines that this will not be the case.

In an interview with Tom’s Guide, OnePlus president and COO Kinder Liu explained why the company chose four to five years of software support for the OnePlus 12 and 12R. Liu says the seven-year update policy of Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy S24 devices “misses the point” because the hardware may not keep up.

A viral video shows a Tesla Cybertruck driver wearing an Apple Vision Pro headset while driving and interacting hands-free with an app. The reckless behaviour has raised eyebrows and prompted a response from the US government.

Three new features are rumored to be on the way to Garmin smartwatches. One is related to workouts for extra data analysis, while the other two are related to the environment. As the company has yet to announce the features offically, their exact beta or public launch date remains unclear.

The launch date of the Rivian R2 has been officially announced following a recent leak. The unveiling event is expected to take place in Laguna Beach at the new Rivian Theatre. Plus, the brand has topped a recent Consumer Reports survey with the highest customer satisfaction score.

Ulefone has announced that its new Note 17 Pro Android smartphone has the most premium screen of its line to date. It is available for just under $280 with its introductory discounts right now - then again, the OEM could have chosen a less indifferent platform for its relatively high-end display.

Xiaomi has finally confirmed an official launch date for its camera-focused flagship series, the Xiaomi 14 series. The Galaxy S24 series rival will make its debut globally on February 25 and is expected to feature devices including the Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Back in 2019, Elon Musk caused an uncomfortable surprise at a Tesla Cybertruck presentation when the e-pickup's "armoured" glass was destroyed by steel balls in an endurance test. In a new video, YouTuber TechRax, known for his destructive testing of electronics, takes on the Cybertruck and tests the resistance of the windows with a baseball and a steel ball.

MediaTek is reportedly offering Samsung exclusive prices for its SoCs according to a new rumor posted on X. The rumor claims the “special” pricing is meant for Samsung to increase its utilization of MediaTek chips in the company’s budget devices.

Garmin could soon make its Connect Home Page Beta Program available to the wider public, according to a recent report. The new look app is currently only offered to a few customers as part of a closed beta. The updated Connect home page is widely customizable, with several sections to help you prioritize various metrics and analyses.

Details of a new budget Samsung tablet have leaked online. Likely a new version of the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, the unreleased tablet is set to launch running Android 14, a Samsung Exynos chipset and a choice between Wi-Fi or LTE connectivity.