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Morefine has launched the IPC-200, a fanless mini PC built for industrial and embedded applications. It combines Intel's low-power N100 processor with plenty of connectivity, including a VGA port and 2 COM ports.

Lenovo has finally started selling one of its new budget-oriented gaming laptops. Equipped with a 165 Hz display, the LOQ Essential 15IPH11 combines Intel's Panther Lake architecture and Arc B390 graphics to balance gaming performance and battery life. Currently sold in Japan, the new 15-inch laptop will eventually receive a global release too.

Citizen has launched the EW1277-15A and the EW1273-08A watches in the UK. Both watches feature a small 23 mm stainless steel case, a white dial, and Citizen’s Eco-Drive technology. Plus, both models offer 30 m (3 bar) water resistance.

Twitter is back — at least in name — as a startup founded by a former Twitter lawyer launches Twitter.now. The new social network recreates the classic Twitter experience while adding an AI-powered fact-checking system, but Elon Musk’s X is already fighting the project in court.

GMKtec has launched the NucBox M5 Ultra, a new affordable mini PC powered by AMD's Ryzen 7 7730U. A separate M5S model uses the lower-end Ryzen 3 5400U.

Acer has listed the new A543 2-in-1 Windows tablet in China. It comes with a 14-inch touchscreen, Celeron J4105 processor, up to 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage, with prices starting at CNY 2,599 (about $387).

HMD has introduced a School Edition of its 105 4G feature phone aimed at students. Unlike the regular model, it removes the web browser, preloaded games and voice recorder, while adding PIN-protected controls for certain features.

With the Hisense A10 Ultra, the manufacturer is introducing one of the most interesting smartphones on the market, as the A10 combines an E-Ink touchscreen with a large secondary LCD display that attaches magnetically to the back. These magnets can also be used for chargers.

Bandai Namco releases Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 today, August 28, 2026, bundling Shadow of the Erdtree with fresh armor and steed attire.

Sony has launched the Bravia 6, a new entry-level 4K OLED TV series. Starting at $1,300 for the 48-inch model and scaling up to $4,000 for the 83-inch version, the TV features a Triluminos Pro engine, four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K 120Hz gaming support, and Google TV with Gemini integration.

Caviar has launched the "Geiger," a customized iPhone 17 Pro featuring a fully functional, built-in SIG-RM1208 Geiger-Müller radiation counter. Priced from $13,130, the device replaces Apple’s standard glass back with a rugged titanium shell that houses both a digital radiation monitor and an analog watch face driven by a Swiss Ronda 763 movement.

The gadget called "Plaud One Explorer Edition" launches with introductory discounts and wants to help professionals process conversations, meetings and more through automation and with the help of AI. 4G LTE cellular connectivity is also supported by this new device.

Axiomtek has introduced a new Zen 5-powered mini-ITX motherboard aimed particularly at gaming. The product is powered by up to a 12-core Ryzen AI Embedded P100 APU and can be equipped with 96 GB of DDR5 RAM.

Razer has revealed the successor to its Base Station V2 headphone stand. Dubbed the Base Station V3, the premium stand now features a pressure sensitive top and dual USB 3.1 ports.

Casio has launched its latest Master of G collection in Europe, featuring the rugged Mudmaster GG-B100XMH-5A, solar-powered Mudman GW-9500MH-5, and aviation-inspired Gravitymaster GR-B300H-5A. Prices range from €299 to €419, while UK availability is currently limited to the Mudmaster.

Xiaomi has released its first NAS, the Smart Storage, in China. It comes with 4 TB, 8 TB or 16 TB of storage and supports up to 60 TB. The NAS also has 2.5GbE, HDMI 1.4 and 4 GB of RAM. Prices start at CNY 2,699 (around $402).

(Availability updated) Noah and Timex are teaming up once again, this time giving the classic MK1 field watch a nautical-inspired makeover. The $248 MK1 Anchor is their sportiest collaboration yet, arriving August 27 with a 36mm case, striped fabric straps, and an anchor-themed dial.

Bandai has shrunk the Tamagotchi. The brand-new Tamagotchi Ring stays true to the iconic design with a color display and three buttons, but thanks to its new format, the virtual pet can now be worn on your finger.

Casio’s G-Shock GMA-P2110B-5A is now officially listed on the company’s German, Netherlands, and Spanish website. The digital-analog watch comes in an earthy all-brown finish, which Casio calls a stylish modern monochromatic color scheme. Plus, it features world time, an LED light, and 200 m (20 bar) water resistance.

The latest full-frame lens from 7Artisans captures a 185-degree field of view. Designed for Sony, Nikon, Panasonic, and Leica cameras, this fisheye lens is said to offer autofocus and high image quality at a relatively affordable price.

Gaming enthusiasts with a knack for sports cars will be pleased to note that Sennheiser has announced a multi-year partnership with Mercedes-AMG. The first product as a result of this collaborative effort has already been announced, and it definitely looks quite appealing.

A new Raspberry Pi alternative is now available. The compact 2.0 x 2.2-inch board from OrangePi supports lightweight AI workloads and features Gigabit Ethernet, among other connectivity options.

Samsung announced its 2027 Odyssey gaming monitor lineup at Gamescom, led by the 27-inch Odyssey G6 (G60H) featuring a world-first 1,100Hz refresh rate at 1080p and 600Hz at native 1440p with a 1ms response time. The expanded lineup includes the 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9, the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8, and the 42-inch 4K Odyssey OLED G7.

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pokémon, Google is introducing a Fitbit Air Special Edition that not only tracks sleep but is also designed to promote healthier sleep habits through the Pokémon Sleep app. This version of the Fitbit Air comes with a blue wristband featuring the Pikachu logo.

Xiaomi has opened pre-orders for its Bluetooth Speaker Magnetic Edition, a compact speaker that doubles as a magnetic phone stand and can automatically turn on when attached to a phone thanks to a Hall sensor.

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S26 FE with minimal upgrades over the Galaxy S25 FE. All you really get is a newer SoC, with virtually no other changes.

Astropad has launched Rock Paper Pencil 4.0, adding a graphite Apple Pencil tip modelled on a 2B pencil alongside the existing ballpoint tip. The kit now ships with four tips, two of each type, paired with the same reusable NanoCling screen protector as before.

Xiaomi has officially introduced the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max in the global market, and the EU version comes with a whopping 9,210mAh rated battery capacity. It's claimed to offer up to 3 days of "worry-free" use, and the 8/256GB variant retails for €599.90.

Xiaomi has officially released the Redmi Note 17 5G smartphone in Europe. The smartphone features an AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, and a large 7,700 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging support. Plus, Xiaomi promises 4 major Android OS updates and 6 years of security patches for the device.

The Redmi Note 17 Pro has been launched in the global market alongside the other three phones of the series. It has a large 8,340mAh battery, and Xiaomi claims that it can offer over 2 days of runtime. There’s a 6.83-inch AMOLED display, and the phone has support for 67W fast charging.

The Ricoh GR IV packs a massive APS-C sensor into a compact camera small enough to fit in your pocket. Ricoh has now announced a brand-new GR IVx, which combines this sensor with a new lens, giving customers a choice of two focal lengths.

Scuf Gaming has announced the Nemesis Pro 8K PC controller family, made up of a wired model starting at $119.99 and a wireless model starting at $199.99. Both hit up to 8,000Hz polling, use TMR thumbsticks to resist stick drift, and carry mechanical ABXY switches, four rear paddles and triggers that switch between a short click and full analog travel.

The Whoop 5.0 Meridian is here, and it’s designed to make this display-less health and fitness wearable much more stylish. The wristband is available in four colors, but the metal mesh with a magnetic clasp has a major drawback in terms of comfort when charging.

NDEV Games and Com2uS Holdings released the full version of Fatal Claw on Steam on 26 August at $19.99, nine months after early access. It sits "Very Positive" lifetime, though reviews have cooled down a little since launch.

Get ready to hide the body in We Are So Cooked from Dwarven Brothers and 1312 Interactive. The 1-4 player co-op physics-stealth game hits Steam on October 15.

Cherry is offering a new and particularly affordable gaming mouse. The XTRFY M42V2 aims to impress not only with its low price but also with a certain degree of modularity and a lightweight design.

Casio’s resin-strap G-Steel GST-B1000-1A and GST-B1000-2A are expanding across Europe, offering lighter 58g builds and a lower €349 price than their full-metal counterparts. Both models retain G-Shock durability while retaining Tough Solar charging, Bluetooth, and 200-meter water resistance.

Shadow Dungeon launched on 26 August for $8.99, promising no seasonal resets, no item nerfs and no microtransactions. OO Cat's retro loot RPG packs seven chapters, 370-plus skills and over 100 million generated items.

The VZMore iX9 Max and iX9 Ultra are Intel-powered mini PCs set to be revealed at IFA 2026. While the Ultra variant is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 378H "Panther Lake" CPU, its sibling only packs a 3-year-old Core Ultra 9 185H "Meteor Lake" CPU.

Casio’s new F-91WF series, which swaps the classic resin strap for a recycled-fiber fabric band, is finally expanding beyond Asia. The watches are now available in several European countries, but the upgrade comes at a significant premium, costing roughly twice as much as the resin F-91W.

Asus has released the Zenbook 14 Snapdragon Edition in China with a Snapdragon X processor, 2.8K 120 Hz OLED display, 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. It is priced at CNY 7,999 (around $1,189).

JVC Kenwood has launched three new wireless earbuds in Japan, the HA‑A4T, HA‑NP80T, and HA‑FW5000T, spanning budget, mid‑range, and premium segments with designs ranging from in‑ear to open‑ear, with targeted features handy to each segment.

The Audio-Technica ATH-CKD30C USB-C earbuds are now available in the US from major retailers including Amazon. The in-ear model offers an in-line remote with microphone, high quality DAQ with dual EQ modes, and zero-latency audio reproduction.

Casio's LK-550WE and LK-550BK arrive on September 4 with brain-activity BGM and karaoke functions drawn from University of Tokyo research. Thirty years into the lighted-key line, the launch also shows where Casio's watch profits are being spent.

A new mini PC brand has seemingly entered the chat - VZMore. The German-based player has already announced four new mini PCs, two of which are powered by powerful high-end AMD Ryzen AI 9 and Ryzen Max+ APUs with commendable iGPU firepower.

Asus has just started selling its latest gaming handheld in the US. At the same time, the ROG Xbox Ally X20 has received a global release. Some regional caveats apply though, including in Canada.

Once Human has just landed for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S users, introducing more than 300 hours of content and a new first-person option. The release also supports cross-play and cross-progression across console, PC and mobile platforms.

GoPro has finally released the Mission 1 Pro ILS camera globally. More of a cinema camera than a conventional action camera, the Mission 1 Pro ILS combines a 1-inch style sensor with support for interchangeable Micro Four Thirds (MFT) lenses.

Citizen has launched the Red Arrows Limited Edition Promaster Skyhawk, a 43mm hybrid analogue-digital chronograph featuring atomic timekeeping, a perpetual calendar and multiple aviation-focused functions. The model is imited to 9,999 pieces worldwide.