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Sep 20
A screengrab from Marvel 1943 Rise of Hydra's story trailer (image source: Marvel Entertainment YT)

Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra sees early development footage surface online

Leaked assets of an earlier build of Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra have made their way to the internet that showcase development progress across multiple characters, including Black Panther.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 20 Sep 2025 10:16
Two free games worth $27.98 are now available. Pictured: edited screenshot from Residual. (Image source: Prime Gaming)

Deal | Prime Gaming September 2025 giveaway expands as more free games unlock

Amazon Prime Gaming has already given away a handful of free games in the first half of September 2025, and now, two more freebies have been added to the list. Eligible users can now grab Residual and Fate: The Cursed King for $0.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Sep 2025 10:08
The electric Lucid Air sedan (Image source: Lucid)

Deal | Top EV brands offering cash incentives to switch from Tesla

Tesla is still the undoubted leader in the EV space. However, some automakers are offering incentives worth up to $2,000 to Tesla owners to switch to their vehicles.
David Odejide, 20 Sep 2025 09:46
DIY projectors aren't anything new, but you don't need DIY Perks level skills to build this one (Image Source: Huy Vector via YouTube)

Pico projector from an old smartphone and the VapeServer - two of the week's best hardware hacks

CheckMag From building a pico projector that mere mortals might actually be able to achieve, to running a web server on a Vape battery, the hacker community never ceases to amaze. Here are two of the week's best hacks.
David Devey, 20 Sep 2025 09:46
Shape of Dreams features eight unique heroes and offers players plentiful customisation and progression options. (Image source: Lizard Smoothie on X)

Steam hidden gem rockets to popularity in launch week: Fast-paced co-op hack-and-slash game attracts 45,000 players, 4,000+ positive reviews in 1 week

Shape of Dreams, a new Steam hack-n-slash game that launched on September 10, is discounted to $19.99 as part of a new sale. The hack and slash roguelite features fast-paced combat, eight playable characters, and four-player co-op...
Julian van der Merwe, 20 Sep 2025 09:06
The electric 2025 Ioniq 5 SUV (Image source: Hyundai USA)

Deal | 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 lease deal: $149/month for 318-mile driving range

Hyundai is offering the rear-wheel drive 2025 Ioniq 5 for lease for as low as $149 per month. The deal is one of the best for an electric car that offers a driving range of more than 300 miles.
David Odejide, 20 Sep 2025 08:42
A Neuralink brain chip (Image source: Neuralink)

Elon Musk’s Neuralink launches human trials for thought-to-text brain implant this October

Elon Musk’s Neuralink will commence a clinical trial for its human brain implant in the US in October. The company will begin testing the thought-to-text capabilities of its embedded technology, giving hope to people with speech i...
David Odejide, 20 Sep 2025 08:26
The OnePlus 13T that launched earlier this year. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15: Tipster reveals hands-on experience and contradicts earlier design leaks

OnePlus is expected to introduce a new design language with its upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 15. A new leak describes the phone’s appearance. The tipster highlights details about its display, frame, and new colorway.
Huzefa Baloch, 20 Sep 2025 05:30
The Optical Communications Telescope Laboratory beaming its eight-laser beacon to the Deep Space Optical Communications flight laser transceiver (Image source: NASA and JPL-Caltech)

NASA successfully sends and receives data encoded with lasers from 218 million miles away

NASA’s Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) recently sent and received laser-encoded data from a location 218 million miles away from Earth. This technology demonstration project has opened up a future where deep space mission...
Chibuike Okpara, 20 Sep 2025 05:00
One of AMD's best mobile Zen 5 CPUs isn't found on most laptops, but instead can be found on several mini PCs (Image source: Notebookcheck)

AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is powering some of the fastest mini PCs available

The Zen 5 Strix Halo CPU is proving to be excellent for performance mini PCs. Not only is it fast, but its Radeon 8060S GPU blows every other integrated solution currently available out of the water.
Allen Ngo, 20 Sep 2025 04:27
Lenovo Legion Go 2 gaming handheld playing Monster Hunter World: Iceborne (Image source: screenshot, Lenovo Legion YouTube)

Lenovo cancels Legion Go 2 pre-orders, quoting high demand despite gaming handheld's steep price

Even after delaying the Legion Go 2 release date, the company is still voiding pre-orders. Lenovo is prioritizing third-party retailers, leaving less stock for its own store. Competing AMD Ryzen Z2 and Z2 Extreme gaming handhelds ...
Adam Corsetti, 20 Sep 2025 04:24
The best Windows tablets tested and ranked by Notebookcheck

Ranking: Best Windows tablets and detachables reviewed by Notebookcheck

Q4 2025 update. Current Windows tablets almost always come in combination with a keyboard, either as a cover or as a dockable housing part that can be used to transform the Windows tablet into a classic notebook. The advantage over laptop convertibles is that the detachable display allows much more convenient use as a tablet than would be the case with a notebook with a 360-degree hinge. Find the favorites from our tests here.
Sebastian Bade, 20 Sep 2025 02:05
The successor to the Leica M11 could receive multiple significant upgrades (Image source: Leica)

Leica M12 with IBIS: Rumors point to major upgrades for full-frame rangefinder camera

For the first time in over 70 years, the Leica M-series is rumored to get image stabilization. In combination with a revised operating concept and a hybrid viewfinder, the Leica M12 could be one of the most significant upgrades in...
Hannes Brecher, 20 Sep 2025 01:06
The battery life of the iPhone Air can be extended with an official MagSafe power bank (Image source: Apple, edited)

Apple iPhone Air: Teardown shows Apple's expensive MagSafe power bank in detail

The ultrathin Apple iPhone Air has only a tiny 3,149mAh battery. In order to improve its battery life, Apple is offering a very expensive power bank that is thicker than the iPhone Air itself and houses a surprising battery, as iF...
Hannes Brecher, 20 Sep 2025 00:56
Magix releases Vegas Pro 23 video editing software with GPU-accelerated Vegas Core Engine. (Image source: Magix)

Magix unveils Vegas Pro 23 with GPU-accelerated video editing

Magix has launched Vegas Pro 23, a Windows video editor that introduces GPU-acceleration to speed color grading, enable real-time previews, and power smoother playback, with support for ARM-based Snapdragon X systems. The update a...
David Chien, 20 Sep 2025 00:28
Remedy 30th Anniversary Humble Bundle deal banner (Image source: Humble Bundle with edits)

Deal | Humble Bundle deal sells 9 games worth $238 for $27, including Steam AAA horror and shooter titles

Paying tribute to Remedy Entertainment, Alan Wake and Max Payne headline the latest Humble Bundle. Both titles have gameplay that appeals to fans of horror games and third-person shooters. The package valued at $238 also offers hi...
Adam Corsetti, 20 Sep 2025 00:16
Sep 19
The BenQ EX271UZ with a 4th-Gen QD-OLED panel, HDR400, 240Hz refresh rate, and optimized color modes for over 120 AAA games. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ launches two 4K QD-OLED gaming monitors with 240Hz, DisplayPort 2.1, and USB-C

BenQ has expanded its MOBIUZ line with two new QD-OLED gaming monitors, both featuring 4K resolution, 240Hz refresh rates, and the Color Shuttle feature with optimized color modes for over 120 AAA games. Leading the lineup is the ...
Elvis Shida, 19 Sep 2025 23:47
Xbox consoles will be even more pricier in the US (image source: Microsoft)

Xbox consoles get another price hike in the US

The Xbox Series S and Series X will be even more expensive in the US. Microsoft has announced another price hike ranging between $20 and $70.
Anil Ganti, 19 Sep 2025 21:54
Valve will discontinue Steam client updates on 32-bit systems in 2026. Users urged to upgrade to 64-bit systems. (Image source: Valve, edited)

Valve's Steam to drop support for Windows 10 (32-bit)

Valve confirms its gaming platform will stop updating on 32-bit Windows 10 starting January 1, 2026, marking the end of Steam support for legacy systems.
Santiago Nino, 19 Sep 2025 21:18
Image showing Comet Neowise. (Image source: TheOtherKev - Pixabay)

This asteroid, measuring several hundred metres, passed close to the Earth

Many cosmic events occur every year. And recently, an asteroid measuring several hundred meters passed close to the Earth, enabling scientists to study its composition.
Alexis Stegmann, 19 Sep 2025 21:16
Apple has referenced a study on the optical measurement of blood pressure (Image source: Apple)

New Apple Watch blood pressure feature can give users a false sense of security

Apple has shared quite a bit of information about the blood pressure "measurement" on the Apple Watch. The company has explained how the feature works but also referred to corresponding studies.
Silvio Werner, 19 Sep 2025 21:09
The MatePad 12 X 2025 is relatively thin and lightweight considering its size. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei releases MatePad 12 X 2025 globally with notable changes over older model

Huawei has refreshed the MatePad 12 X, which it is now selling as the MatePad 12 X 2025. Upgraded in some areas and not in others, the MatePad 12 X 2025 even contains a curious downgrade from last year's model too.
Alex Alderson, 19 Sep 2025 20:44
The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller is available in four colors including purple. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Deal | Amazon slashes the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller to $47.69 (22% off) for a limited time

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless controller is available for an even lower price than it sold for during Prime Day. The flagship controller features TMR joysticks, Hall Effect triggers, motion control, a charging dock, and offers co...
Habeeb Onawole, 19 Sep 2025 20:41
Subnautica 2 underwater promotional image. (Image source: Subnautica)

Subnautica 2 lawsuit takes a bizarre turn as Krafton seemingly changes its tune

Krafton has now claimed that the readiness of the game was not the reason for termination of the co-founders. It states that they had abandoned their posts and deceived Krafton, which is why they were let go.
Vineet Washington, 19 Sep 2025 20:29
Anker’s new Nano Charger (pictured) is now available in the US. (Image source: Anker)

Compact Anker 35W charger with retractable cable now available in the US

Anker has released its Nano Charger (35W, Built-In Retractable USB-C Cable) in the US. Already available in Europe, this compact accessory is the first of its kind from the brand to have a built-in cable. Its features include dual...
Polly Allcock, 19 Sep 2025 20:17
The Osmo Nano will support a magnetically detachable display module like the Action 2 before it. (Image source: via DroneXL)

DJI Osmo Nano to surpass Insta360 Go Ultra with Osmo Action 5 Pro camera hardware

Detailed specifications about the DJI Osmo Nano have finally emerged, shortly before the action camera's official launch. Sporting the 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor from the Osmo Action 5 Pro, the DJI Osmo Nano should surpass Insta360 ri...
Alex Alderson, 19 Sep 2025 20:10
The Pocket AIR Mini in two of its three launch colours. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Pocket AIR Mini: Ayaneo confirms global launch for new compact gaming handheld with affordable pricing

Ayaneo has finally revealed how much its tiny Android gaming handheld will cost globally. Starting for under $70 with a 960p display and Hall effect controls, the Ayaneo Pocket AIR Mini will support fast wired charging too unlike ...
Alex Alderson, 19 Sep 2025 19:54
The Google Home Speaker (pictured) has been spotted in the Google Home app APK. (Image source: Google)

New Google Nest Mini replacement appears again with major upgrade

A new Google smart speaker, the Google Home Speaker, has been named in the code behind a recent version of the brand’s app. This device appears to be a successor to the brand’s older Nest Mini and Nest Audio products. Plus, the AP...
Polly Allcock, 19 Sep 2025 19:49
iPhone Air: Apple's thinnest phone ever doesn't seem so thin compared to the iPhone 6, but it's likely much more robust. (Image source: Reddit)

Apple iPhone Air seems virtually indestructible: Viral TikTok video dares to do more than JerryRigEverything

The entire (Apple) world is waiting for one man: When will Zack Nelson finally publish the official iPhone Air durability test and dispel all fears of a Bendgate revival for the thinnest iPhone ever? In the meantime, however, a fe...
Alexander Fagot, 19 Sep 2025 19:34
The Tineco Floor One S7 Stretch Steam floor washer boasts 22,000 Pa suction power (Image source: Tineco)

Tineco unveils new Floor One S7 Stretch Steam multifunctional floor washer with 80 minutes of run time

Tineco has launched a new floor cleaning device, the Floor One S7 Stretch Steam. The company’s new floor washer can vacuum and steam mop floors, thanks to 320 °F (160 °C) HyperSteam technology. Plus, the gadget delivers up to 80 m...
Abhinav Fating, 19 Sep 2025 19:21
The best smartphones tested and ranked by Notebookcheck, Autumn 2025 edition

The best smartphones to buy in Fall 2025 - 28 models compared

Lots of attractive options, with several Chinese contenders and an occasional clamshell - the smartphones tested this past summer vary greatly. Let us take a closer look at the best phones currently available including our personal favorites.
Florian Schmitt, 19 Sep 2025 19:06
Promotional image of the Pixel 10 Pro XL from the front, back and side. (Image source: Google)

Pixel 10 Pro XL users facing audio recording issues, here's the reason

Pixel 10 Pro XL has a minor design change compared to the Pixel 9 Pro XL. Turns out, the speaker and the mic at the bottom have been swapped to enable a more audibly clear gaming experience in landscape mode, but that introduced a...
Vineet Washington, 19 Sep 2025 19:02
A promotional image from Light of Motiram (image source: SteamDB)

Tencent pushes back on Sony's Horizon clone lawsuit claiming the latter seeks a 'genre monopoly'

Tencent has responded forcefully to Sony's accusations of Light of Motiram being a "slavish clone" of its Horizon IP, even as it claims Sony is aiming to 'monopolize' a certain segment of the gaming market by trying to nail down a...
Rahim Amir Noorali, 19 Sep 2025 18:20
Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd sodium-ion battery cells. (Image source: CATL)

CATL sodium-ion battery brings 300-mile range and first mass electric vehicle certification

The world's biggest battery maker CATL has crafted the first sodium-ion battery for electric vehicles that has been certified under the new national EV safety standard in China. Not only that, but CATL's second generation Na-ion b...
Daniel Zlatev, 19 Sep 2025 18:08
Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, and PS5 consoles are shown (Image source: Microsoft Gaming, Sony PlayStation with edits)

Console sales fall further behind last generation, as PS5 and Xbox struggle with higher prices

Contending with rising Xbox and PS5 prices, retailers are selling fewer consoles compared to previous eras. Data firms show how console owners are becoming older and more affluent. With an abundance of cross-platform titles, buyer...
Adam Corsetti, 19 Sep 2025 17:58
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 AMD (image source: Benjamin Herzig)

AMD or Intel, which is better for this affordable office laptop: Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 comparison

AMD or Intel: Lenovo sells its affordable Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 with in two different flavors. We tested both, and we definitely have a favorite.
Benjamin Herzig, 19 Sep 2025 17:56
iPhone Air Space Black display unit with scratches around the MagSafe area. (Image source: Consomac)

iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air are prone to scratches, especially the dark colors

The iPhone 17 Pro and Air come in a combination of light and dark colors. It has been observed that the darker shades are susceptible to scratches as display units in China, France, and London showed visible scuffs after a few hou...
Vineet Washington, 19 Sep 2025 17:55
PlayStation and Xbox versions remain unannounced, following the original game's timed exclusivity pattern. (Image Source: Nintendo)

Hades II to exit early access, full launch coming soon

Supergiant Games confirms Hades II exits early access on September 25, 2025, launching v1.0 across PC, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2 with the complete story and all content. The sequel follows Princess Melinoë's battle against Chr...
Nitisha Upadhye, 19 Sep 2025 17:54
Image of the game Valheim on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Valheim will be released on PS5 in 2026

Players with a PS5 will be able to play Valheim in 2026. And since its release, the game has welcomed many new features that improve gameplay while presenting numerous challenges.
Alexis Stegmann, 19 Sep 2025 17:40
Loop Hero is available until September 26 with an 80% discount for around $3. (Image source: Four Quarters via X)

Deal | Innovative genre mix with addictive gameplay "rightfully" conquered Steam – now just around $3, cheaper than ever

Roguelike, base building, deck building and autobattler – four genres combined in one game. Loop Hero shows just how well that mix can work. The game has earned glowing reviews and is now available on Steam at its lowest price yet...
Marius Müller, 19 Sep 2025 17:32
6 phones will receive the stable update in China by October 15, 2025. Pictured: the file sharing feature of HyperOS 3. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi confirms stable HyperOS 3 update rollout in October 2025 for over 20 devices

Xiaomi is currently testing HyperOS 3 beta on many of its products, and the company has just announced the imminent rollout of the stable update. To be specific, six phones are set to get the non-beta version by October 15, 2025.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Sep 2025 16:35
A screengrab from Hollow Knight Silksong (image source: SteamDB)

Hollow Knight: Silksong devs address the game's "steep difficulty" as an important part of the game

The somewhat punishing difficulty of Hollow Knight: Silksong, which has some players criticizing it, is intended as part of the experience to encourage players to seek alternative ways to achieve the same goal.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 19 Sep 2025 16:35
Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka beta now available (Image source: Generated using OpenAI)

Ubuntu 25.10 beta comes with the Linux 6.17 kernel and more

Ubuntu 25.10 "Questing Quokka" is one step closer to the masses thanks to a new beta release. Targeting multiple platforms and available in quite a few versions, as usual, this release includes the 6.17 Linux kernel and most featu...
Codrut Nistor, 19 Sep 2025 16:20
Razer Blade 14 is now priced much more competitively against its closest rival the Asus Zephyrus G14 (Image source: Razer)

Deal | Razer Blade 14 is now cheaper than the Asus Zephyrus G14 in latest sale

Starting today, the new prices represent a sizable 25 percent off the original launch prices of all three Blade 14 configurations.
Allen Ngo, 19 Sep 2025 16:00
The Watch GT 6 series starts at €249. Pictured: a promo picture of the Pro smartwatch. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei launches Watch GT 6 series smartwatches with improved battery and GPS

The Huawei Watch GT 6 series is now official, and the new smartwatches come with improved battery and GPS performance over their predecessors. Among the two, the non-Pro model starts at €249, while the Pro model starts at €379 in ...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Sep 2025 15:00
Available in pink, white, and black, the FreeBuds 7i deliver up to 35 hours of music playback. (Image Source: Huawei)

Huawei FreeBuds 7i look to set new ANC standard with 3D audio

Huawei has unveiled the FreeBuds 7i, next-generation true wireless earbuds featuring advanced active noise cancellation (ANC 4.0), immersive 3D spatial audio, and a host of smart calling features.
Nitisha Upadhye, 19 Sep 2025 15:00
Microsoft is adding four new titles to Xbox Game Pass in the week of September 22 to 28. (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Xbox Game Pass: Four new games – including a day one release

Xbox Game Pass subscribers can look forward to a strategy game, a roguelike, an action RPG and a family-friendly adventure arriving next week – with one of them launching directly into Microsoft’s service as a Day One release.
Marius Müller, 19 Sep 2025 14:55
The NucBox M5 Ultra starts at $249.99. Pictured: a promo picture of the mini PC. (Image source: GMK)

GMKtec intros affordable NucBox M5 Ultra mini PC with launch discounts

The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra is now available in the global market. This new affordable mini PC comes with the Ryzen 7 7730U, which can be paired with up to 64 GB of RAM and 8 TB of storage.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Sep 2025 14:30
An Image of the Plato (Image source: ESTEC; cropped)

ESA’s Plato to observe 200,000 stars with 26 ultra-sensitive cameras

Not one. Not two. But 26 ultra-sensitive cameras. ESA’s Plato is equipped with 26 ultra-sensitive cameras to carry out a search for other habitable worlds like Earth.
Chibuike Okpara, 19 Sep 2025 14:24
One of the year’s biggest blockbusters, Tron: Ares, returns on October 10, 2025 (Image source: YouTube trailer)

Must-watch upcoming movies in 2025

Must-watch upcoming movies in 2025: From Tron: Ares to Bollywood blockbusters, explore the year’s top releases in sci-fi, action, fantasy, and horror.
Darryl Linington, 19 Sep 2025 14:18

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