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May 28
Persona 4 Golden banner (Image source: Fanatical)

Persona 4 remake referenced by Yosuke voice actor as rumors of June Xbox Games Showcase reveal swirl

A Persona 4 remake looks even more likely after a prominent voice actor's social media post. Yuri Lowenthal played a key Persona 4 character in the 2008 version but said he wouldn't participate in a remake. Some leaks suggest that...
Adam Corsetti, 28 May 2025 17:43
The Ayaneo Pocket S2 will maintain the bezel-less look of its predecessor. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Pocket S2: Ayaneo teases launch plans while confirming full specs for new high-end gaming handheld

Ayaneo has now shared full device specifications for the Pocket S2 and how it shapes up against other popular Android gaming handhelds. The company has also dropped a fresh hint about the device's availability too, over two months...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 17:34
The next Pokémon is set to arrive in October. (Image source: The Pokémon Company)

Pokémon Legends Z-A preorder starts next week, Nintendo confirms pricing for Switch 2 upgrade

Pokémon-Legends: Z-A now has a release date. Preorder starts on 5 June, coinciding with the launch day of the Nintendo Switch 2. Early screenshots reveal that the Switch 2 version boasts significantly better visuals, though it com...
Hannes Brecher, 28 May 2025 17:34
Oppo Find X8 Ultra smartphone review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

91% The camera monster degrades the Apple iPhone - Oppo Find X8 Ultra smartphone review

Huge battery, light weight. The Find X8 Ultra is a spectacular flagship phone with the Snapdragon 8 Elite and the best camera hardware. Oppo has installed a whopping five sensors into its premium phone to ensure perfect photos. Even so, there are more reasons why the Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro should fear this device.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 6.82" | 226 g
Marcus Herbrich, 28 May 2025 17:29
Asus has designed the ROG NUC 2025 to be used vertically just like its predecessor. (Image source: Asus)

Asus releases ROG NUC 2025 gaming mini-PC with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080

Asus has finally released the ROG NUC 2025 ahead of its full global launch later this year. Available for ~$3,475 at current exchange rates, the Asus ROG NUC 2025 should deliver massive performance gains over last year's model tha...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 17:27
The Nothing Phone is set to launch in July 2025. Pictured: the teased design. (Image source: Nothing - edited)

Phone (3): Nothing teases updated design of its new flagship smartphone

The Nothing Phone (3) is set to launch in July 2025, and the company has teased the updated design of its new flagship smartphone. Per the teaser, it seems that the device will sport a dual-tone finish with a Braille-like button.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 May 2025 16:56
The Motorola Razr 60 flip phone features a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X processor (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Razr 60 goes official in India with OLED foldable display and Dimensity 7400X processor

Motorola has unveiled its next-generation foldable smartphone, the Motorola Razr 60, in India. Priced at INR 49,999 ($585/€515), the foldable features two OLED displays, a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X processor, a 50 MP primary camera...
Abhinav Fating, 28 May 2025 16:53
Mindseye is scheduled for release on June 10 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles. (Image source: Steam)

Build a Rocket Boy co-CEO claims people are being paid to trash Mindseye

Mindseye released a new explainer video which sparked a debate on the official Discord with the co-CEO claiming someone is paying people to trash the game. Without naming any names, the co-CEO said it’s a concerted effort by those...
Vineet Washington, 28 May 2025 16:26
The NUC Performance 15 has been listed on Asus' website (image source: Asus)

Asus NUC 15 Performance mini PC announced with Arrow Lake-HX CPUs and RTX 50 series GPUs

Asus has shown off a new mini PC for power users who need top-shelf hardware. The Asus NUC 15 Performance is essentially a redesigned version of the ROG NUC announced earlier this year.
Anil Ganti, 28 May 2025 16:16
The iPhone 17 Air may offer MagSafe charging and an optional battery expansion accessory. (Image source: Majin Bu)

Apple iPhone 17 Air tipped to feature tiny battery even with silicon-carbon tech

According to a new leak, the iPhone 17 Air is still on track to be the first iPhone to launch with silicon-carbon battery technology. Unfortunately, it may not bring the competitive battery life that many would have hoped for. Ins...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 16:12
Chinese robot manufacturer Ubtech plans to launch a household robot by 2025. (Image source: Ubtech)

Challenging Tesla: Ubtech plans to launch humanoid home robot in 2025

Chinese robotics company Ubtech plans to launch a humanoid household robot in late 2025, targeting both private homes and elder care. The move positions Ubtech as a direct competitor to Tesla’s Optimus.
Marius Müller, 28 May 2025 16:11
It's unclear how much the game will cost after the switch. Pictured: an edited screenshot from Dark Riddle. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Dark Riddle: Well-rated free game on Steam transitions to paid soon

Dark Riddle, an action-adventure title that launched on Steam as a free game on December 2023, will not remain a freebie anymore. Per the latest announcement, the devs have decided to switch to a paid model for the game's long-ter...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 May 2025 15:59
MIMESIS will enter its first public playtest from June 4 to 6.(Image source: Steam)

Free test phase: New co-op horror game uses AI to mimic real players and turns mistrust into a survival strategy

MIMESIS places artificial intelligence at the heart of its gameplay. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the game features AI-driven creatures that mimic the behavior of real players, copying their voice and movement patterns. In thi...
Marius Müller, 28 May 2025 15:47
The Instinct E and Instinct 3 should no longer crash when GPS-led activities are active. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update to various smartwatches with GPS activity crash fix

Garmin has now started rolling out a new stable update for many of its recent smartwatches. Available globally, the update for Instinct E and Instinct 3 smartwatches should resolve a bug that has been causing activity crashes on s...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 15:37
The Shargeek power bank features a 20,000 mAh battery and offers up to 140 W fast charging speed at a time (Image source: Sharge)

Deal | Sharge’s transparent 20,000 mAh Shargeek power bank with 140 W fast charging drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

Sharge’s 20,000 mAh Shargeek power bank is currently available for its record-low price on Amazon in the US. The power bank has a decent 20,000 mAh capacity and provides a total output of 140 W via two ports. Plus, it also has a s...
Abhinav Fating, 28 May 2025 15:35
Govee’s new Pendant Light will support the Matter protocol. (Image source: Govee)

New Govee Pendant Light now CSA-certified

Govee’s upcoming Pendant Light has been certified by the Connectivity Standards Alliance. This Matter compatible smart light was on show at CES 2025, where it was shown to deliver various white and colored lighting effects. Plus, ...
Polly Allcock, 28 May 2025 15:34
The TCL QM8K TV (pictured) is now available in the US. (Image source: TCL)

TCL launches new QM8K premium QD-Mini LED TV with gaming features

The TCL QM8K QD-Mini LED 4K smart TV series is now available in the US. Offered in four sizes up to 98”, this premium model is a more powerful successor to the 2024 QM851G. It features TCL’s new Halo Control System, CrystGlow WHVA...
Polly Allcock, 28 May 2025 15:32
The Casio LF-30W watch series (above) can be pre-ordered at Amazon US. (Image source: Casio)

Four new Casio LF-30W watches released in UK and listed at US retailer

Casio has released the LF-30W-1A, LF-30W-2A, LF-30W-3A, and LF-30W-8A watches in the UK. These wearables support world time with a built-in indicator map and other features such as daily alarms and a stopwatch. Plus, these product...
Polly Allcock, 28 May 2025 15:29
Anker has launched the Nano Desktop Charger Mini in China. (Image source: Anker)

New Anker Nano Desktop Charger Mini with 130W output launches

Anker has released the new Nano Desktop Charger Mini in China. Also known as the Anker Nano 6-Port 130W Desktop Charger, a recent report suggests that it will also be released in the US. The JD.com product listing reveals some new...
Polly Allcock, 28 May 2025 15:28
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus gaming phone tipped to launch with shoulder buttons and around 30% larger battery than OnePlus 13

The OnePlus Ace 6 series is expected to launch in the last quarter of the year. A new leak suggests that the lineup may include OnePlus’s first gaming phone featuring shoulder buttons.
Huzefa Baloch, 28 May 2025 15:25
One UI 8 should start reaching current and last-generation flagships this summer, too. (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Samsung opens One UI 8 Beta program for current flagships as it reveals foldable release plans ahead of schedule

Samsung has now opened its Android 16 beta program for its latest flagships, which it is distributing as One UI 8 Beta. In the same breath, the company has outlined its 'new foldable' launch plans amid rumours of the Galaxy Z Fold...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 14:54
Motorola Razr Ultra

83% The best flip smartphone thanks to retro charm and a large battery? – Motorola Razr Ultra review

Full flip-power. Motorola's latest flip phone comes with Alcantara or wood on the back, a fully-fledged high-end processor and a larger battery. The Razr Ultra could be a good choice for style-conscious individualists and creative users thanks to its unconventional options.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 7.00" | 199 g
Florian Schmitt, 28 May 2025 14:27
Garmin swiftly removed any mention of LTE connectivity options from its Connect app after last month's leak. (Image source: Garmin - edited)

Garmin Fenix 8 Pro rumours start with LTE connectivity planned

A new rumour has revealed more details about Garmin's alleged plans to bring LTE connectivity to the Fenix 8 series. Arriving after the releases of the Forerunner 570, Forerunner 970 and Instinct 3 Tactical, the Fenix 8 Pro could ...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 14:26
Solar energy from space: Japan's OHISAMA project aims to beam solar power to Earth

Space-based solar power: Japan's OHISAMA project aims to beam solar energy to Earth

Japan Space Systems is working on a project to transmit solar energy wirelessly from space to earth. If the mission called "OHISAMA" is successful, it could be a historic breakthrough and change the energy landscape forever by ena...
Nicole Dominikowski, 28 May 2025 14:14
The Vivo S30 Pro Mini will come in four colors. (Image source: Vivo)

Compact Vivo S30 Pro Mini to launch this week with colorful design and 6,500 mAh battery

The Vivo S30 Pro Mini, a brand-new flagship with a relatively compact body, is set to be announced on Thursday, May 29. Vivo has now showcased the S30 Pro Mini's colorful design in a series of images and confirmed some of its key ...
Hannes Brecher, 28 May 2025 13:37
Kids playing arcade games at the back of a Tesla Model Y. (Image source: Tesla)

Teslas will flash lights and sound off for kids forgotten in the car starting with the Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 has earned the highest safety score in the New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP) tests. One of the new features that get rated by NCAP in 2025 is a warning for children left alone in the car.
Daniel Zlatev, 28 May 2025 13:33
The Dyson Cool CF1 bladeless fan is said to be extremely quiet. (Image source: Dyson)

Dyson Cool CF1 promises cool nights with particularly quiet airflow

Dyson's latest cooling fan is advertised as extremely quiet and energy-efficient, allowing the Cool CF1 to be left on at night while you sleep without disturbing others. Dyson has opted for a bladeless design, making the device sa...
Hannes Brecher, 28 May 2025 13:11
The Rogbid SR10 launches at a discounted price of $99.99 (Image source: Rogbid)

Rogbid SR10: Smart ring featuring haptics and touch functionality launched with hefty discount

Available in three colourways, the Rogbid SR10 smart ring launches with a 50% discount. Besides standard health and fitness features, it offers seven days of battery life, a vibration function for notifications, and a touch-sensit...
Marcus Schwarten, 28 May 2025 12:53
Opera Neon: Browser not only displays, but works for the user. (icon image, image source: Opera)

Opera Neon: 'Browser of the future' can carry out complex background tasks

Opera has introduced a new browser, Opera Neon, which is intended to shake up the already saturated browser market and is designed to fulfill tasks for users: it supports complex research tasks and bookings, for example. The brows...
Silvio Werner, 28 May 2025 12:18
The Alcatel V3 Ultra is also designed to display e-books. (Image source: Alcatel)

Alcatel V3 Ultra launches with stylus support and e-reader mode

The Alcatel V3 Ultra is a new 5G smartphone equipped with a special display and can also be operated with a stylus. Various display modes are advertised, including a mode designed for the easy reading of e-books.
Silvio Werner, 28 May 2025 12:16
The Galaxy Z Fold6. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 hits Geekbench with 12 GB of RAM and Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy

The Galaxy Z Fold7 has now made another Geekbench appearance ahead of its July debut. The foldable is listed with 12 GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy.
Ricci Rox, 28 May 2025 12:14
After years of waiting, WhatsApp is finally coming to the Apple iPad. (Image source: WhatsApp)

WhatsApp now finally available on the iPad

Popular messaging app WhatsApp is now available on the Apple iPad and, in addition to the multitasking features of the tablet, also supports the most important features of the smartphone app, including video calls with up to 32 pe...
Hannes Brecher, 28 May 2025 12:14
Not every Switch game runs on the Nintendo Switch 2. (Image source: Nintendo)

Over 100 games and apps don't work on Nintendo Switch 2, including YouTube, Wolfenstein II and Final Fantasy

Nintendo has finally confirmed which games and apps from the original Switch aren’t compatible with the Switch 2 at launch. Whilst the updated compatibility list shows some improvements, it also comes with a few drawbacks.
Hannes Brecher, 28 May 2025 11:05
Hybrid sodium-lithium battery energy storage station. (Image source: Xinhua)

First mixed sodium-ion battery station at grid level used to balance wind and solar energy peaks

The energy storage system combines lithium- and sodium-ion batteries to supply 270,000 households with 98% renewable electricity throughout the year. It is the first such hybrid battery project set into operation at grid level.
Daniel Zlatev, 28 May 2025 10:24
The Soundcore P41i launches with a £89.99 MSRP. (Image Source: Soundcore)

Soundcore P41i: Novel ANC earbuds debut with built-in powerbank and reverse wired charging

Anker's audio sub-brand Soundcore has now quietly debuted its latest earbuds. The Soundcore P41i launches as a set of mid-range earbuds with a case designed to moonlight as a powerbank, with a sizable battery and integrated Type-C...
Ricci Rox, 28 May 2025 09:57
Panasonic unveils the SC and QR: Two A4-sized laptops for corporate users. (Image source: Panasonic)

Panasonic announces SC and QR 12.4-inch business notebooks

Panasonic Japan has announced the SC laptop and QR 2-in-1, a pair of rugged business notebooks launching June 20, featuring long battery runtimes, MIL-STD-810H durability, and AI-powered features.
David Chien, 28 May 2025 09:29
Adidas logo on a company wall (Image source: H&CO/Pexels)

Adidas suffers data breach after customer support provider is hacked, user information compromised

Adidas confirms a data breach via a third-party vendor, exposing user contact details. No payment or login data was affected, but the incident raises concerns about vendor-related security risks.
Anmol Dubey, 28 May 2025 09:19
Apple Arcade game Limbo showcasing the gaming experience on an iPhone, highlighting Apple's expanding gaming ecosystem (Image source: Apple Newsroom)

Apple set to replace Game Center with unified gaming app across devices

Apple is reportedly set to replace Game Center with a new gaming app across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV.
Louise Burke, 28 May 2025 08:26
BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 computer desk lamp outputs glare-free lighting with highly accurate colors. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ unveils ScreenBar Halo 2 monitor-mounted lamp with zero glare for hours of computer use with reduced eye strain

BenQ has unveiled the ScreenBar Halo 2, a glare-free lamp with full-spectrum, high CRI LEDs and automatic brightness adjustment for hours of comfortable computer use with less eye strain.
David Chien, 28 May 2025 08:05
The Viture x 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller is available to buy from Amazon and Viture. (Image source: Viture)

Viture and 8BitDo's Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller with XR glasses support is now available to buy for $79

The Viture x 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller is the world's first mobile controller with support for XR glasses. It is now available to buy two months after it was first announced.
Habeeb Onawole, 28 May 2025 06:39
HP's OmniBook 5 AI 16, here in the Glacier Silver colorway, ships with a FHD IR webcam (Image source: HP)

Deal | HP OmniBook 5 AI 16 with OLED touchscreen and Core Ultra 7 255U slips under $630

The HP OmniBook 5 AI 16 features a 2K OLED touch display, an Arrow Lake-U processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 512 GB M.2 SSD. However, buyers will unfortunately miss out on any Thunderbolt connectivity, with the notebook's USB-C ports ...
Tudor Cibean, 28 May 2025 06:38
Nvidia's new gaming APU might launch next year. A supposed die shot and overview of features. (Image source: Moore's Law is Dead on YouTube)

Nvidia’s 120 Watt gaming laptop APU shown off by new leak

A new leak from Moore's Law is Dead shows off an upcoming Nvidia APU for gaming laptops. It is tipped to arrive sometime between Q4, 2025 and Q1, 2026.
Anil Ganti, 28 May 2025 06:04
Nick Gillard builds the pico-mac-nano, a 62mm tall Mac Classic powered by a WaveShare Pico Zero. (Image source: Nick Gillard)

Nick Gillard unveils pico-mac-nano: A 62mm tall Macintosh Classic built using a WaveShare Pico Zero Raspberry Pi board

Nick Gillard has created one of the world's smallest working Macintosh Classics, using the WaveShare Pico Zero Raspberry Pi board running a modified pico-mac emulator and clever engineering, all housed within a 62 mm-tall 3D-print...
David Chien, 28 May 2025 05:56
F1 25 launches across all platforms on May 30 (image source: EA)

My F1 25 experience as a racing game newbie

F1 25 is the first racing game I've played in a while, and while it initially seemed overwhelming, there are some parts that could stick with players new to the franchise.
Anil Ganti, 28 May 2025 03:58
The T-Embed gets a radio refresh (Image Source: Lilygo -edits)

Lilygo's latest gadget is a lean, green little radio machine

Featuring Lilygo’s modular T-Embed platform, the T-Embed SI4732 merges the ESP32-S3 and a SI4732 radio receiver into a small and budget-friendly device. Although limited to being a radio receiver, this combo still offers AM, FM, S...
Stephen Pereyra, 28 May 2025 03:08
Researchers create 13-inch pixel-based sound-emitting OLED display (Image source: Liam Briese, Unsplash)

Researchers create world’s first pixel-based sound-emitting OLED display

POSTECH researchers developed a 13-inch OLED panel where every pixel doubles as a speaker, delivering precise multichannel audio without external drivers.
Nathan Ali, 28 May 2025 02:15
China’s Tianwen-2 readies for launch on ambitious asteroid sampling and comet mission. Pictured: NASA's GRACE-FO satellite (Image source: NASA)

Tianwen-2: China’s dual-target mission to collect primordial debris and probe comet dust

Tianwen-2 lifts off May 29 from Xichang, targeting two distant small bodies to collect and return primordial samples. Its dust analysis and sample-return will shed new light on early Solar System evolution.
Nathan Ali, 28 May 2025 01:34
There are new rumors about the Casio EFK-100XPB-1A (above) and four other upcoming mechanical watches. (Image source: geesgshock via Instagram)

Casio EFK-100 mechanical watch: New pricing information and specs rumored

There are new rumors about the upcoming Casio EFK-100 mechanical watches. A recent report indicates the European pricing of the five models and also points to a later than expected release date. On top of this, there is new inform...
Polly Allcock, 28 May 2025 01:30
The Neo 2 could be one of several consumer drones that DJI releases this year. (Image source: Igor Bogdanov - edited)

DJI Neo 2 revealed in early footage following Avata 3 and Mini 5 Pro rumours

Recent evidence suggests that DJI is actively developing successors to its popular Avata 2 and Mini 4 Pro drones. Now, early footage has seemingly provided a first look at the successor to the DJI Neo, which appears set to land la...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 01:07
Apple now offers a trio of 48 MP rear-facing sensors across its Pro and Pro Max iPhones. (Image source: Samuel Angor - Unsplash)

Leaker reveals future Apple iPhone upgrade plans with talk of 200 MP camera

In recent years, Apple has been gradually upgrading its Pro iPhones to the point where they feature a trio of 48 MP sensors. According to a reliable leaker, Apple may eventually follow Samsung and others by offering a 200 MP camer...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 01:00

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