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Deal | Metro 2033 Redux is free for Xbox gamers for a limited time

Xbox gamers can claim Metro 2033 Redux free on Xbox One and Series X/S through May 27, keeping it forever once added. The Redux edition boasts enhanced visuals, reworked gameplay and permanent ownership with no download required a...

Nitisha Upadhye, 26 May 2025 08:22

A 60 fps cap and no RTX requirement mean most rigs from 2022 can dive straight into Nightreign. (Image Source: FromSoftware)

Elden Ring: Nightreign’s PC system requirements are here, and they’re quite modest

Elden Ring Nightreign requires only a slight CPU boost over the original, with 30 GB of storage and identical GPU and RAM demands. Players take on eight Nightfarers in a three-day cycle of evolving maps, split-second choices, and ...

Nitisha Upadhye, 26 May 2025 07:45

Closed-loop spinal cord interface enables paraplegic patient in China to walk independently (Image source: Dall-E 3)

China’s first closed-loop spinal implant helps paraplegic stand and walk in two weeks

Surgeons in Hangzhou performed China’s first closed-loop spinal cord neural interface implantation, enabling a 61-year-old paraplegic to stand and walk unaided within two weeks. The adaptive system uses real-time electromyography ...

Nathan Ali, 26 May 2025 05:09

Microsoft’s Smart App Control blocks malware before it runs (Image source: Dall-E 3)

Windows 11 Smart App Control blocks unknown executables before launch

Windows 11’s Smart App Control stops unknown executables before they launch, shifting to a “guilty until proven innocent” stance. By leveraging cloud reputation, digital signatures, and machine-learning models, it aims to cut off ...

Nathan Ali, 26 May 2025 02:30

Gabe Newell-backed Starfish reveals tiny, wireless BCI chip for next-gen brain interfaces. Pictured: Neuralink's implant (Image source: Neuralink)

Gabe Newell–backed Starfish BCI chip to ship in late 2025

Starfish Neuroscience unveiled a 2 x 4 mm brain-computer interface chip on TSMC’s 55 nm node, consuming just 1.1 milliwatts. Its inductively powered, battery-free design and on-chip preprocessing pave the way for minimally invasiv...

Nathan Ali, 26 May 2025 01:56

The Vivo S30 series. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo T4 Ultra: Mid-range phone tipped to feature Vivo X200’s flagship-grade main camera

Vivo is expected to release a new mid-range phone: the Vivo T4 Ultra. Ahead of official confirmation, a leak has revealed the key specifications of the device.

Huzefa Baloch, 26 May 2025 01:56

Anthropic launches Claude 4 series AI while activating stricter safety measures against misuse in weapons development. (Image source: Anthropic)

Anthropic unveils Claude 4 AI models: Smarter and potentially more dangerous

Anthropic has launched smarter Claude Opus 4 and Sonnet 4 AI models with enhanced coding and data analysis capabilities. Stronger safety measures have been implemented on its smartest model, Opus 4, to prevent its misuse in creati...

David Chien, 26 May 2025 01:13

Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS and Windows compared (Image source: screenshot, Dave2D YouTube)

Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS and Windows benchmarks show limitations of a rumored new Xbox handheld

SteamOS may transform the Lenovo Legion Go S into the most desirable gaming handheld. A popular YouTuber compared it to the Windows version and shared surprising benchmarks. A new portable Xbox console will likely encounter the sa...

Adam Corsetti, 26 May 2025 01:07

MagicX has confirmed that the Zero 40 will initially be sold in black and white colour options. (Image source: MagicX)

MagicX: Launch date revealed for Nintendo DS-focused gaming handheld

MagicX has now confirmed the launch date for its Zero 40 gaming handheld, having teased the device in full earlier this month. Arriving next month, the unusual device should be available for under $100 with a display perfect for e...

Alex Alderson, 26 May 2025 00:56

The Honor Pad 10 has an optional stylus and Bluetooth keyboard case. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Pad 10 launched: 12.1-inch screen, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, and a 10,100mAh battery

The Honor Pad 10 has been quietly announced in parts of Europe and Asia. The new tablet has a more powerful Snapdragon processor and a bigger battery despite being thinner than its predecessor.

Habeeb Onawole, 25 May 2025 23:02

Deal | RTX 5070-powered Lenovo Legion 5 with AMD Ryzen AI 7 gets first-ever price cut

The new Legion 5 (2025) has been downsized to 15.1 inches and can now be grabbed for its lowest price to date, as a smaller online retailer grants a discount of almost 10% on the sought-after RTX 5070, which unfortunately only com...

Enrico Frahn, 25 May 2025 22:29

MC1 Pro: New headphones with LDAC. (Image source: Baseus)

Baseus MC1 Pro: New titanium earbuds with AI support unveiled

Baseus is now offering new wireless earbuds that not only offer particularly high playback quality, but are also made of a durable titanium alloy. An AI assistant is on board to simplify use and improve hearing quality.

Silvio Werner, 25 May 2025 22:24

OnePlus Pad 2 Pro: High-end tablet now available as a direct import. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Pad 2 Pro: High-end tablet with Snapdragon 8 Elite now available as direct import

The OnePlus Pad 2 Pro is now available globally as a direct import. A high-performance tablet with a high-quality display, the tablet has something for everyone. But some customers may prefer to wait for the official release.

Silvio Werner, 25 May 2025 22:07

Switch 2 Nintendo Store Japan banner (Image source: My Nintendo Store Japan)

Switch 2 looks posed to smash launch day console sales record in Japan with massive pre-order supply

Nintendo has amassed an enormous supply of consoles before the Switch 2 release date. After pre-order lotteries in Japan, around 1.2 million handhelds are waiting for buyers. Sales on or before the Switch 2 release date could easi...

Adam Corsetti, 25 May 2025 21:57

Tecno Pova Curve slated to launch in late May 2025

Tecno has announced that its next Android smartphone will be introduced as the Pova Curve 5G. It will be unleashed on the Indian market at the end of May 2025 with the latest in the brand's sci-fi-inspired design and dual rear cam...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 May 2025 21:22

Soft contact lenses unlock direct near-infrared vision. Pictured: A human eye - stock image. (Image source: Adrian Gordon, Unsplash)

Contact lenses enable humans to perceive infrared light in color

Soft contact lenses embedding upconversion nanoparticles convert near-infrared photons into visible light with over 85 percent transparency, granting direct near-infrared vision without surgery.

Nathan Ali, 25 May 2025 20:29

Liquid carbon created by intense lasers offers new path for fusion ablators. Pictured: ITER's tokamak pit (Image source: ITER)

High-power lasers produce liquid carbon for first time, advancing fusion ablator design

X-ray snapshots of liquid carbon at million-atmosphere pressures reveal its melt behavior and structure, directly informing fusion-ablator shell design. These benchmarks aims for tougher, more efficient ablator materials for inert...

Nathan Ali, 25 May 2025 20:29

A "Xiaomi 16" render. (Image source: Majin Bu)

Xiaomi 16 tipped to launch with HyperOS 3

Xiaomi's next major iteration of its software for smartphones will be called HyperOS 3, according to a new leak. It might be based on Android 16, and debut on the OEM's upcoming 16 and 16 Pro flagships. The upgrade is projected to...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 May 2025 20:22

The Baseus PowerCombo mini 100-watt GaN charging station is currently available for an all-time low price on Amazon. (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | Baseus 100-watt PowerCombo mini charging station with detachable extension cord discounted to lowest-ever price on Amazon

Folks nowadays have multiple gadgets that may require varying charging methods and speeds. The Baseus 100-watt GaN charging station with detachable extension cord boasts 3-in-1 functionality, combining the portability of a GaN fas...

Sambit Saha, 25 May 2025 19:58

The ECS Liva One PRO600 mini PC boasts 35-watt and 65-watt Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 CPUs. (Image source: Liliputing)

Liva One PRO600: Mini PC with up to Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs and 96 GB memory announced by ECS

Mini PCs are abundant nowadays, and ECS has no intention of sitting on the sidelines. At Computex 2025, the brand has announced a plethora of new offerings, among which is the Liva One PRO600 powered by AMD's desktop processors pa...

Sambit Saha, 25 May 2025 19:57

The Signium 14 S1 is a new 14-inch OLED laptop that could compete against the MacBook Air (Image source: Medion)

Signium 14 S1: New 14-inch laptop is a MacBook Air alternative with 120Hz OLED display

Medion has introduced a new 14-inch laptop. It is a relatively compact notebook with an OLED screen, which has a pretty high resolution and refresh rate. An Intel chipset is onboard as well.

Silvio Werner, 25 May 2025 19:18

The Galaxy Buds...Core(?). (Image source: @TheGalox_ via X)

Samsung Galaxy Buds "Core" leak with potentially enhanced battery life

Samsung is about to unleash a new pair of wireless earbuds which, based on their alleged name, might be a follow-up to the budget-grade Galaxy Buds FE. They are also now linked to a nice round panel of battery specs that, if valid...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 May 2025 18:43

Modified RTX 5090 laptop Time Spy benchmark result: 27,343 points overall and 28,923 for the GPU (Image source: Reddit/u/Pristine_Wing5716)

Modified RTX 5090 laptop beats RTX 4080 desktop in 3DMark thanks to 225W shunt mod

A Reddit user has managed to push the RTX 5090 laptop GPU to 225W with a mod, allowing it to outperform a desktop RTX 4080 in 3DMark’s TimeSpy benchmark - all while staying under 75°C or 167°F.

Anmol Dubey, 25 May 2025 18:35

Huawei's new MateBook Pro might be running a 5 nm chip from SMIC (image source: Huawei)

Huawei's newest Kirin X90 chip allegedly manufactured on new SMIC 5 nm node

A Chinese TV channel stated that the Kirin X90 powering Huawei’s new MateBook Pro is a 5 nm chip. If true, this is very likely manufactured on SMIC’s latest N+3 node.

Anil Ganti, 25 May 2025 17:17

Anthropic’s Opus 4 resorts to blackmail under self-preservation pressure (Image source: Anthropic)

Anthropic’s Opus 4 model resorts to blackmail in 84 percent of self-preservation tests

Anthropic’s system card shows Claude Opus 4, when trapped in a self-preservation dilemma, blackmails engineers 84 percent of the time—far more than earlier versions.

Nathan Ali, 25 May 2025 16:59

Amazon's free $50 gift card can be used to purchase an accessory for the Galaxy S25 Edge. (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | Amazon pre-orders for the Galaxy S25 Edge include free storage upgrade and a $50 gift card

Amazon one-ups Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge pre-order offer with a $50 gift card. The retail giant is also offering a free storage upgrade for those who pre-order the phone from now until May 29.

Habeeb Onawole, 25 May 2025 16:46

The new Redmi G27 has a 27-inch FHD display with 200 Hz refresh rate. Pictured: the gaming monitor. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Refreshed Redmi G27 launches as affordable gaming monitor with 200 Hz refresh rate

Xiaomi has refreshed the Redmi G27. The brand-new model amps up the refresh rate to 200 Hz, but the resolution sees a downgrade. This affordable gaming monitor launched in China at CNY 669, which is around $93.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 May 2025 16:30

The launch price of the OnePlus Buds 4 in China is around $62. Pictured: the two colorways of the earbuds. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Buds 4: New affordable earbuds launch with 55 dB noise cancellation

The Buds 4 have officially launched in China, and OnePlus is positioning them as affordable earbuds with 55 dB noise cancellation and a dual-unit driver setup. These new wireless buds have a launch price of CNY 449, around $62.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 May 2025 15:36

The Motorola Edge 2025 might be announced soon in the US. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Leaked Motorola Edge 2025 renders leave nothing to the imagination

Popular leaker, Evan Blass, has provided official images of the upcoming Motorola Edge 2025. The new Edge smartphone for North America will have more cameras than its predecessor but retain the curved display and Quick Button.

Habeeb Onawole, 25 May 2025 15:29

Unlike the Redmi Pad Pro pictured here, Redmi's gaming tablet is rumored to have a single rear camera. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

More Redmi gaming tablet info surfaces with pricing tipped to be surprising

Solid information on Xiaomi's plans for its upcoming tablet has now surfaced. This tablet, a compact performance-focused one with the Redmi badge, is reportedly set to launch in a matter of weeks, and will be joined by the Redmi K...

Ricci Rox, 25 May 2025 15:11

Deal | Steam expands free game library with new launches

Another wave of free games has been spotted on Steam. These newly spotted freebies launched on the platform between early May and mid-May 2025 fall into different categories, including RPG, action, and adventure.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 May 2025 13:19

Beelink Mate mini connects to the Mac mini through a Thunderbolt 5 port. Pictured: the dock. (Image source: Beelink - edited)

Beelink Mate mini dock for Mac mini debuts with support for up to 16 TB storage

Mini PC maker Beelink has introduced a new expansion dock for the Apple Mac mini, the Mate mini. The accessory connects through a Thunderbolt 5 port and brings support for up to 16 TB of expanded storage.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 May 2025 12:11

The electric Mazda EZ-60 SUV specs revealed (Image source: Mazda)

Mazda EZ-60 electric SUV specs finally out; Tesla Model Y challenger's 2025 launch likely

Mazda has revealed the key specs of the EZ-60 electric SUV in China. The Tesla Model Y challenger will likely launch in August with a 255-hp electric motor. Mazda will sell a hybrid version that can go up to 100 miles on battery p...

David Odejide, 25 May 2025 10:45

When to sleep, hibernate, or shut down your Windows laptop

CheckMag Not sure if you should put to sleep, engage hibernation, or shut down your Windows laptop? This guide breaks down what each option does, when to use it, and how to enable hidden features like hibernation in Windows 11.

Antony Muchiri, 25 May 2025 10:03

Hogwarts Legacy has been discounted on Steam (image source: Steam)

Deal | Hogwarts Legacy gets a substantial price cut on Steam

Hogwarts Legacy has received a 75% price cut on Steam. The 2023 game lets you explore Hogwarts and its surrounding areas. It is set in the early 19th century.

Anil Ganti, 25 May 2025 09:57

The Casio OCW-S6000PB-7AJF (pictured) features a sapphire bezel, cut with 24 facets on top and 48 on the sides. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio OCW-S6000PB-7A Oceanus Manta watch unveiled with titanium build and sapphire-cut bezel

Casio’s OCW-S6000PB-7AJF Oceanus Manta watch launches in June 2025 with a sapphire-cut bezel, silver-blue dial, Tough Solar, and Bluetooth sync. Limited to 600 units, priced at ¥385,000 (~$2,700).

Anubhav Sharma, 25 May 2025 09:16

Interior of a Volkswagen ID.Buzz with captain's chair (Image source: Kirsten Alana)

Volkswagen ID.Buzz is fixing one pain point in June: Cupholders

Volkswagen has confirmed that the ID.Buzz will get cupholders in June. The accessory, which is currently not available for the second row of seats, will cost owners less than $100. It will be available online or at a dealership.

David Odejide, 25 May 2025 09:06

The Onn 4K Plus is available across the US for $29.98. (Image Source: Walmart)

Onn 4K Plus blows past the Google TV Streamer 4K and Onn 4K Pro in benchmark tests

Walmart's new Onn 4K Plus costs just $30 but is a bonafide performance champion. The streaming box has been benchmarked and soundly outperforms devices like the Google TV Streamer 4K which costs over thrice as much.

Ricci Rox, 25 May 2025 09:02

The cheapest option for the Minisforum AI X1 Pro in China costs around $535. Pictured: the mini PC. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Minisforum debuts more affordable configs of AI X1 Pro mini PC

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro launched in early March 2025, and at launch, there was only one configuration of the mini PC, which came with the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. Now, the company has introduced three additional options which are more ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 May 2025 08:55

The OnePlus 13T. (Image Source: Han Sir on Weibo)

OnePlus 13s: Compact flagship to arrive with a hardware trade-off versus the OnePlus 13T

The OnePlus 13s is scheduled to make its debut in India on June 5. While it's strongly identical to the OnePlus 13T, the 13s will arrive with two significant hardware changes. One positive, the other not so much.

Ricci Rox, 25 May 2025 08:38

The Segway Ninebot Max G30LP e-scooter offers up to 25 miles (40.2 km) range on a single charge (Image source: Segway)

Deal | Segway Ninebot Max G30LP e-scooter with 40 km range drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

Segway’s Ninebot Max G30LP electric scooter has dropped to its lowest-ever price on Amazon in the US. With a 367 Wh battery and a powerful 350 W motor, the Segway Ninebot Max G30LP e-scooter delivers up to 25 miles (~40.2 km) of r...

Abhinav Fating, 25 May 2025 05:16

Official key art for The Precinct, featuring Officer Nick Cordell Jr. and core visual themes (Image source: Fallen Tree Games via Games Press)

The Precinct becomes Steam Deck Verified days after release

The Precinct, a sandbox cop sim set in 1983, was granted Steam Deck Verified status just days after launch. It blends dynamic crime patrols with full handheld support.

Louise Burke, 25 May 2025 03:45

Seagate warns AI workloads could increase data-center power use up to 165 percent by 2030

Seagate warns AI-driven data growth will outpace hard-drive manufacturing capacity and drive data-center emissions sharply higher.

Nathan Ali, 25 May 2025 01:46

Oracle commits $40 billion to Nvidia chips for OpenAI’s first U.S. “Stargate” data center (Image source: Nvidia)

Oracle signs $40 billion deal for 400,000 Nvidia GB200 chips to power OpenAI’s Texas super-hub

Oracle will lease a vast new data center in Texas equipped with 400,000 Nvidia GB200 chips, forming the core of OpenAI’s Stargate program.

Nathan Ali, 25 May 2025 01:08

Walmart canceled Switch 2 pre-order (Image source: screenshot, Walmart with edits)

Walmart continues to cancel Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order sales for asking support questions

Walmart support is proving that it can hurt to ask a question. Requests for updates or changing addresses have led to canceled Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order sales. Some gamers suspect that Walmart oversold the console, and the store...

Adam Corsetti, 25 May 2025 01:01

Official data shows collapsing CPU imports, while Russian firms report record orders. Pictured: A BE-S1000 processor by Baikal Electronics (Image source: Fritzchens Fritz)

Intel and AMD CPU imports into Russia plunge on paper, but local companies tell a different story

Official customs data shows Intel and AMD processor imports to Russia collapsing by over 90 percent. Yet, local manufacturers report record purchases.

Nathan Ali, 25 May 2025 00:08

Despite the warning, there have been no specific actions taken. (Image source: Pexels)

Apple, Samsung and other companies could face a 25% tariff on imported phones to the US

The Trump administration threatened to impose a 25% tariff on phones not manufactured in the US. The president has tried to re-shore manufacturing back to the country.

Daniela Morales Soler, 24 May 2025 22:40

SZBox N1: New and compact PC with Intel processor. (Image source: SZBox)

N6: Compact mini PC with unusual design and support for magnetic HDD

The SZBox N6 is a new and compact computer system that, in principle, is quite versatile and comes with a rather unusual appearance. It supports up to two mass storage devices.

Silvio Werner, 24 May 2025 21:53

Titan 2: New smartphone with keyboard. (Image source: Unihertz)

Unihertz Titan 2: New Android smartphone with BlackBerry-like keyboard

Unihertz is once again pitching to BlackBerry fans. Accordingly, this smartphone features a keyboard, which should make it easier to type long texts, depending on your preferences. The model comes with a somewhat unusual aspect ra...

Silvio Werner, 24 May 2025 21:37