Buffalo unveils 50th anniversary 'Skeleton Hard Disk'Buffalo has announced a limited-edition HD-SKL 'Skeleton Hard Disk' featuring a see-through window to commemorate its 50th anniversary. Only 50 units are available through a lottery.David Chien, 01 May 2025 21:28
Casio Edifice EFR-575CL-3A watch shows up on regional sites with gold-tone stainless steel caseCasio has quietly launched the Edifice EFR-575CL-3A, a new chronograph with a green sunburst dial, gold-tone case, and leather strap. Previously launched in Feb 2025, it's now listed on Casio India for ₹9,995 (roughly $120).Anubhav Sharma, 01 May 2025 20:15
Vivo X200 Ultra blows past the OnePlus 13T in latest performance benchmark rankingsVivo's new X200 Ultra is a camera champion and also delivers on the performance side. The flagship debuts at the very top of AnTuTu's latest leaderboard, zooming past the OnePlus 13T which sits way back in seventh place. Ricci Rox, 01 May 2025 19:26
Syntech Chronos 68 Rapid Trigger Magnetic keyboard launches with 8K Hz polling rate and aluminum buildSyntech has launched a new Chronos 68 Rapid Trigger Magnetic keyboard with durable PBT keycaps, an 8K polling rate, SnapTap technology, rapid trigger, key remapping, and programmable macros. It comes in multiple colorways and is n...Abhinav Fating, 01 May 2025 18:54
Epic Games Store: Next free game giveaways revealed ahead of scheduleThe Epic Games Store has just started giving away a game worth $14.99 on PC. However, it has already confirmed which titles this week's giveaway will be replaced by. Combining RPG elements, Deadtime Defenders and Touch Type Tale w...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 18:48
Fortnite will be back on iOS in the US next week as Epic Games gets big win in legal dispute with AppleiOS users rejoice as Fortnite is returning to the App Store in the US next week (May 5 to May 12). Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has promised to drop litigation if Apple removes its 30% tax worldwide. Vineet Washington, 01 May 2025 18:44
Gigabyte X870 motherboard shows Ryzen 7 9800X3D instability in Gamers Nexus RMA Rescue testCheckMag Gamers Nexus launches a new RMA investigation series, uncovering potential AM5 platform instability with Ryzen 9000X3D chips—though testing is halted by physical damage to the socket.Sebastian Jankowski, 01 May 2025 18:43
Hollow Knight: Silksong demo expected at Australian Museum in September, prompting release date speculationThe April 2nd Nintendo Direct confirmed Hollow Knight: Silksong as an anticipated Switch 2 game. Gamers on all platforms can play the Metroidvania title in person this September. Unfortunately, with the event at an Australian muse...Adam Corsetti, 01 May 2025 18:29
Epic Games Store reveals new free game giveaway on Android and iOS to start May 2025The Epic Games Store has refreshed its mobile game giveaway service with a new title. Worth a combined $7.98 across Android and iOS, Super Space Club will only be available at its discounted price for a short period.Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 18:12
Kingdel PHX18: Unusual modular mini-PC released with AMD APUs in a compact packageThe Kingdel PHX18 is a new AMD-powered mini-PC that is available with Zen 4 and RDNA 3-backed APUs. Available for under $450, the Kingdel PHX18 features an unusual modular design that keeps most of its ports in a detachable bottom...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 17:39
Half-Life 3 being playtested, likely nearing completion for winter releaseOnce more, Tyler McVicker has shared some information about Half-Life 3 stating that the game is playable end to end, and that it being widely playtested. He believes that it may be released this winter.Vineet Washington, 01 May 2025 17:20
Xiaomi releases opulent Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G refresh with early launch discountsXiaomi has given the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G a new lick of paint a few months after its initial launch. This time, the company has brought out a Sand Gold variant that adds a touch of class to the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G. Earl...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 17:11
World Rally Championship games and all Codemaster rally titles accept defeat in latest Electronic Arts cutsElectronic Arts has brought another of Codemasters' popular racing series to an end, just over four years after acquiring the company. This time, EA has 'reached the end of the road' working on WRC games and other rally titles. Th...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 17:01
87% Aorus Master 18 gaming laptop review: The RTX 5090 takes its tollIs the 18-inch device worth its premium price? Gigabyte has gone all out with its Aorus Master 18: A large mini LED display, a 24-core processor from the Arrow Lake generation, a GeForce RTX 5090 and a generous RAM and SSD configuration should all appeal to passionate gamers.Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop | 18.00" | 3.4 kgFlorian Glaser, 01 May 2025 16:53
Casio launches new skeleton G-Shock GBX-100S watches with metal bezelCasio has launched the G-Shock G-Lide GBX-100S-1, and GBX-100S-2 watches in Japan. These new skeleton wearables have a transparent resin casing with a choice of two strap colors. Features of the surfing watches include an integrat...Polly Allcock, 01 May 2025 16:37
Deal | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is $300 off with additional $500 credit at Google Fi, plan charges extraGoogle Fi has an interesting deal for those who want to own a Galaxy S25 Ultra. The phone is currently listed with a $300 instant discount and $500 in credit over 24 months for the price of the phone. Vineet Washington, 01 May 2025 16:37
BenQ releases new short throw projector with 3,200 lumens brightnessBenQ has revealed the LW600ST+ Short Throw LED Projector, which has launched in the US and is also on the way to Europe. This new model is designed for immersive experiences, delivering up to 3,200 ANSI lumens brightness. Other fe...Polly Allcock, 01 May 2025 16:29
Predator XB323QK V4: Acer seeks to challenge Asus ROG Strix XG32UCG with new 32-inch and 320 Hz gaming monitorThe Predator XB323QK V4 is Acer's answer to the ROG Strix XG32UCG that Asus has been teasing for a while. While global availability for Asus' 32-inch and 320 Hz gaming monitor remains unclear, Acer has confirmed when and for how m...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 16:14
Nitro XV240 F6: Acer updates pricing for 600 Hz gaming monitor before embarking on global releaseAcer has shared new details about the Nitro XV240 F6, eight months on from its initial debut. Now sporting new pricing that sees the monitor become cheaper in Europe but more expensive in the US, the Nitro XV240 F6 still retains i...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 16:11
Microsoft raising prices of the Xbox Series X, Series S, accessories, and first-party gamesAfter much speculation, Xbox consoles are more expensive across the globe. The 512 GB Series S now costs $379.99 instead of $299, while the 1 TB Series X is $599.99. Microsoft also adjusted the prices of other console models, firs...Adam Corsetti, 01 May 2025 16:06
Realism over Hollywood: Military sim with 200K+ positive reviews just $5 in Steam SaleIf you think Call of Duty is a bit too easy and you're up for a real challenge, Steam might have a deal worth checking out. As part of the Wargames Fest, Arma 3 – a fan favorite among military sim enthusiasts – is 84% off and goin...Marius Müller, 01 May 2025 15:38
Samsung teases possible Huawei Mate XT rival for release later this yearSamsung continues to drop hints about releasing its first tri-fold smartphone. In a new earnings call, the company suggested that it will be exploring 'new product segments' and will be 'strengthening the foldable lineup' in the s...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 15:24
Steam: Mutants, teddy bear grenades & Punk – bizarre RPG now just $4If you're in the mood for something different, this RPG might be worth a look. The end of the world didn’t come through bombs, but through poorly tested energy drinks. Grenades? Here, it’s teddy bears. Sunset Overdrive has solid r...Marius Müller, 01 May 2025 15:05
New all-black Casio G-Shock DW-5600BBR-1ER now available with limited stockThe Casio G-Shock DW-5600BBR-1ER is now available to buy in the UK for £99.90 (~$133). It features a matte black resin case, bright red display, LED backlight, 200m water resistance - all packed into Casio’s classic square design....Anubhav Sharma, 01 May 2025 14:49
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: Leaks reveal upcoming launch date and detailed specs for super slim flagshipA new leak suggests that the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is less than a fortnight away. Meanwhile, detailed specifications for Samsung's ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air rival have now turned up online too.Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 14:20
Garmin releases major new update to current flagship smartwatches with another dozen improvementsGarmin is not slowing up in its pursuit of squashing bugs on its latest high-end smartwatches. While the company recently delivered a rather sparse new stable build for the Fenix 8 and other devices, its latest beta update brings ...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 13:25
Sony Xperia 1 VII outperforms Xiaomi Poco F7 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite in early benchmarkAccording to recent reports, Sony is set to officially unveil its next-generation camera flagship later this month. An early benchmark leak has indicated that the Xperia 1 VII will be over 30% more powerful than the Xperia 1 VI an...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 13:20
WoW: New optional one button spell rotation to simplify combat announcedWhen enabled, the feature will highlight the next optimal ability in your rotation. Optionally, players can also turn on a one-button mode that will automate the process at a cost. The functionality is similar to the popular WoW a...Rohith Bhaskar, 01 May 2025 12:45
Sony WH-1000XM6: Early pricing details revealed for rumoured wireless over-ear headphonesAll signs point toward Sony releasing the WH-1000XM6 later this month. To that end, a reliable leaker has revealed early pricing details for Sony's long-awaited WH-1000XM5 successors while also reiterating plans to offer the wirel...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 12:21
Deal | Steam Square Enix Golden Week Sale: Up to 60% off on Nier, Final Fantasy, and moreTo celebrate Golden Week, Square Enix is running a special event on digital storefronts with massive discounts on popular franchises like Final Fantasy, Nier, Kingdom Hearts, and more.Rohith Bhaskar, 01 May 2025 11:44
Deal | Epic Games Store: New free game giveaway starts May 2025 but only for a limited timeThe Epic Games Store has started May 2025 with a fresh free game giveaway. Available to add to your Epic Games library for free in a limited-time deal, Super Space Club builds on the arcade classic space shooter genre with eye-cat...Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 11:39
Tesla board chair denies trying to oust Elon Musk as the CEO leaves the West WingRobyn Denholm, the chairwoman presiding Tesla’s board of directors, expressed her confidence in the embattled CEO. 'The chief executive of Tesla is Elon Musk and the board is highly confident in his ability to continue executing…,...Daniel Zlatev, 01 May 2025 10:07
LG Display manufactures blue phosphorescent OLED panel prototypes: Lower-power panels coming to smartphonesLG Display has successfully manufactured prototypes of its hybrid tandem OLED panels using phosphorescent blue OLED technology. The panels are more efficient than conventional OLED panels, reducing power consumption by 15%.David Chien, 01 May 2025 09:21
Deal | Steam sale slashes price on puzzle-platformer that blends social sim, magical combat, and Alpine explorationDungeons of Hinterburg is a puzzle platformer that takes place in the Alps, featuring charming cel-shaded art style and a "social twist to RPG progression." Players are tasked with exploring the world with their trusty snowboard, ...Julian van der Merwe, 01 May 2025 07:13
Deal | Dark Souls meets Diablo: Challenging isometric ARPG gets discounted on Steam following major content updateNo Rest for the Wicked is an early access title from Moon Studios. It is a unique blend of ARPG and Souls-like elements. Anil Ganti, 01 May 2025 05:18
Deal | GMKtec NucBox G5 micro PC receives 20% Prime discountThe GMKtec NucBox G5 PC is on sale for Amazon Prime members and can turn any television into a computer, adding more features than the Roku, Fire, or Apple TV since it runs Windows 11 Pro.David Chien, 01 May 2025 02:04
Earnings report shows rising Microsoft Gaming revenue despite declining Xbox console salesMicrosoft Gaming is earning more than a year ago, even with falling console sales. Profits from subscription services and multi-platform titles led to a positive financial report. Microsoft may change strategies again, with severa...Adam Corsetti, 01 May 2025 01:02
Shokz launches OpenDots ONE clip-on earbuds for intense workouts and sports, featuring Dolby Audio and active noise-leakage suppressionShokz has unveiled the OpenDots ONE clip-on sports earbuds with an open-ear design, dual-driver Dolby Audio, active noise-leakage suppression, and nickel-titanium bands for a secure fit.David Chien, 01 May 2025 00:29
New Xiaomi Portable Photo Printer 1S launching globallyXiaomi has listed the Portable Photo Printer 1S on its global website, pointing to an upcoming launch in markets worldwide. This pocket-sized gadget allows you to quickly print photos from your phone via Bluetooth. Plus, there are...Polly Allcock, 01 May 2025 00:07
Video: Lenovo ThinkPad T14s - boring in all the right ways with AMD, Qualcomm or Intel!Contrary to the ThinkPad X9 we just recently reviewed, the T14S is a "true" business, offering everything Lenovo's ThinkPad is known for. A stellar keyboard experience? Check! Unassuming yet high-quality chassis? Check! All the ports you could ask for when being out and about? Check! In addition, the T14S can be yours with either Qualcomm's Snapdragon silicon, AMD's Strixpoint CPUS, or the tried-and-true Intel flavour. We tested them all, and will tell you which is the best. Alexander Wätzel, 30 Apr 2025 23:28
New Nanoleaf Solar Garden Lights with unusual design spottedNanoleaf appears to be about to launch a new product: the Solar Garden Lights. These outdoor smart lights were recently spotted in an FCC filing, suggesting they could be launching soon. Features of this height adjustable and bend...Polly Allcock, 30 Apr 2025 22:38
Casio LF-30W watch: UK pricing and features of new watch confirmedCasio has listed the LF-30W-1A at its online store in the UK, revealing the price of the upcoming model in this market. The product page also confirms the features of this watch, such as support for multiple world time zones with ...Polly Allcock, 30 Apr 2025 22:26
Android 16 leak reveals fresh design for Google Pixel 9 Pro and other smartphonesGoogle is apparently working on a rather extensive redesign for Android 16, which is evidenced by a bunch of leaked screenshots. Aside from a new shape for app icons on the home screen, a revised status bar and improved quick sett...Hannes Brecher, 30 Apr 2025 22:25
Desktop and laptop sales spike in North America over US tariff concernsNew statistical evidence suggests that consumers are panic buying to avoid the effects of tariffs. The IDC released North American data confirming significant rises in desktop and laptop sales. Manufacturers are warning buyers abo...Adam Corsetti, 30 Apr 2025 22:22
78% The affordable mini PC with an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 that costs less than $700 - Detailed review of the Acemagic F3ACompact powerhouse with Ryzen AI. The Acemagic F3A unites AMD-Ryzen-AI-9-HX-370 power with a compact size—at a fair price. We analyzed how well the mini PC performed against the competition in our detailed review.AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Radeon 890M | 1 kgSebastian Bade, 30 Apr 2025 22:19
RTX 5090, 128GB DDR5 and Core Ultra 9 285K: Gigabyte launches the AI TOP 10 Z890Gigabyte is offering a new high-end desktop PC that's designed for demanding games and can also run AI applications locally. It’s equipped with a powerful Intel processor and Nvidia’s latest flagship graphics card.Silvio Werner, 30 Apr 2025 22:02
Deal | This budget Acer gaming laptop deal offers a balanced performer with a $150 discount in towFinding the right gaming laptop for your needs is a challenging affair in today's world. The sheer number of choices coupled with the limited upgrade potential in play makes users look for both, deeper discounts and a computer tha...Rahim Amir Noorali, 30 Apr 2025 21:34
Boox Tab X C Android tablet with color e-ink screen now orderableBoox has launched a new tablet called the Tab X C, which is now available and sports an e-ink display with colors. The panel supposedly has a pretty quick refresh rate as well.Silvio Werner, 30 Apr 2025 21:25
Intel unveils revolutionary ultra-thin cooling solution for 1000W chipsIntel has showcased an innovative approach to tackle the growing thermal challenges of modern processors with a cutting-edge package-level liquid cooling solution. The experimental technology promises to efficiently dissipate up t...Andrew Sozinov, 30 Apr 2025 21:09
Asus ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 gets a Doom: The Dark Ages editionAsus is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its graphics cards with a limited edition GeForce RTX 5080 based on Bethesda's upcoming game, Doom: The Dark Ages. The special edition graphics card is decked in colors reminiscent of th...Habeeb Onawole, 30 Apr 2025 21:00