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The Casio A130WE-3A and the A130WE-9A vintage watches are now available in India. The company has advertised these watches as "retro-futuristic," a fusion of digital and analog. Both get a square resin case paired with a stainless steel band. Plus, both feature world time across 48 cities and an amber LED backlight.

Konami launches Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 on August 27, 2026. Play MGS4, Peace Walker, and Ghost Babel on PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC.

Lenovo has released a new 16-inch ThinkPad laptop globally. With up to 64 GB of RAM, the ThinkPad L16 Gen 3 also delivers over 30 hours of battery life in official tests, thanks to the power efficiency of Intel's Panther Lake architecture.

Xiaomi has launched a new budget smartwatch globally. Already officially sold in Europe, the Smart Band 11 Active combines a 1.47-inch display with up to 21 days of battery life. The new wearable will be available globally in three finishes, too.

Lenovo has started selling its first ThinkPad with Intel Wildcat Lake processors in the US. Configurable with up to a Core 7 350, 32 GB of RAM, and a 120 Hz touchscreen, the ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 costs less than its Panther Lake counterpart.

Asus has released the Pad (T3201) in China for CNY 3,999 (about $594), following its earlier launch in India. The Chinese version comes with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, while the rest of the hardware remains largely unchanged.

Xiaomi has expanded its smart home lineup on YouPin with the Mijia Robot Vacuum 7C. Priced at roughly $340 (€293), the new flagship refresh ditches traditional spinning pads for an active self-cleaning roller mop, combined with 30,000 Pa suction and anti-tangle hair cutting.

The Infinix Xpad 30 Pro has been launched in certain regions, and it's expected to reach more soon. It's essentially an affordable tablet with an 11-inch display featuring 2.5K resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The launch price in the Philippines is around $227 for the 12/128GB variant.

The Asus ROG USB-C10G is now available on Amazon US. While it's being offered as a UK import, the price is better than in the UK and China. Specifically, the USB-C dongle with 10GbE is being offered at $98.87.

Insta360 has launched the Luna Pro 8K gimbal camera soon after the recent release of the dual-camera Luna Ultra. The single-camera model outputs 8K30p Dolby Vision videos, 37MP photos, and spherical panoramas from a 1-inch sensor fitted with a f/1.8 20mm lens co-developed with Leica.

Philips has introduced a new 27-inch affordable gaming monitor in the UK under the Evnia branding. This FHD monitor sports a peak refresh rate of 260 Hz, making it ideal for fast-paced gaming and e-sports.

Lenovo has added a new configuration to the Yoga Air 14 Aura in China with Intel's Core Ultra 7 266V processor, priced at CNY 9,999 (around $1,487). The laptop comes with 16 GB of RAM, a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD and a 2.8K 120 Hz OLED touchscreen.

Lenovo has released a new 15-inch gaming laptop internationally. Combining Intel's Panther Lake platform with up to 32 GB of RAM and a 180 Hz display, the LOQ 15IPH11 also features Nvidia RTX GPUs with up to 115 W TGPs at their disposal.

Minisforum has opened orders for the M2 Pro-358H at $1,439 and €1,519, eight months after unveiling the M2 Pro at CES 2026. For now, one configuration is listed — it carries 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM at 7,467 MT/s rather than the announced 96 GB at 9,600 MT/s.

Timex’s new Peanuts x MK1 pairs a compact 36mm military-inspired field-watch design with a playful Snoopy motif and yellow-and-black checkered dial. Priced at $199/£175, the quartz-powered model offers vintage styling, a fabric strap, luminous details, and 30-meter water resistance.

Lenovo has released the Intel-powered ThinkPad L14 Gen 7 internationally. One of the company’s more affordable ThinkPads, it features Intel Panther Lake CPUs and can be configured with up to a Core Ultra 7 chip and 32GB RAM, though it starts at a higher price than last year's Gen 6 model.

Solo developer rick released Settler's Domain — a pixel-art city-builder on 21 August at $9.99, moving it four days earlier to dodge gamescom. It wants 4 GB of RAM and lists Snapdragon X Elite among supported processors.

Asus has added a new MacBook Pro alternative in China with AMD's Ryzen AI 9 H 465 processor and Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070 GPU. The 16-inch ProArt 16 also features a 2.8K 120 Hz OLED display, 64 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a 2 TB SSD.

The HP OmniBook 3 (14-hz0488nr) is available to order on Amazon and Best Buy. Like the MacBook Neo, the new 14-inch model comes with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, but it adds an OLED display, more ports, and a much larger battery for a much lower price.

AOC has revealed a new 27-inch budget-oriented gaming monitor. Featuring a QHD IPS panel with a peak 260 Hz refresh rate and 95% DCI-P3 coverage, the Q27G4ZRAD/01 offers a solid overall package at a digestible price point.

HP has added a new OmniBook 3 16 configuration with AMD's Ryzen 7 H 255 processor, 16 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD. The laptop also has a 16-inch 2.5K 240 Hz display, a 68 Wh battery and a 1.64 kg chassis. In China, it is priced at 6,399 yuan (about $952).

Lenovo has launched a new 15-inch gaming laptop globally. Equipped with a 165 Hz display, the LOQ Essential 15IPH11 dispenses with Nvidia graphics in favour of the Arc B390 found inside the Core Ultra X7 358H. Intel's Panther Lake platform promises to provide superior battery life than many competing gaming laptops, too.

Amazon is offering two 40mm Timex Expedition Scout field watches at notable discounts, including a black-dial model for $37, or 37% off. With a quartz movement, 50-meter water resistance, Indiglo backlighting, and a leather strap, the Scout is a practical, affordable everyday watch with classic military styling.

Acer has finally started selling one of its lightest 14-inch laptops internationally. Weighing just 990 g, the new Swift Edge 14 combines a 65 Wh battery with a 120 Hz OLED display, up to 32 GB of RAM, and a choice of Intel Panther Lake processors.

Seiko has launched a watch based on the Setouchi Blue One Piece Shinkansen. It is now open for order at ¥76,780 (~$482) including tax. The steel quartz chronograph has a Hardlex crystal and 10 bar rating, and ships from mid-January 2027.

The Baseus PicoGo Pro is a newly revealed charger in China, and with its compact form factor and smart display, it stands as a direct rival to the 45W Anker Nano. It can even recognize a predefined set ot devices. The launch price is CNY 129, about $19.

Xiaomi has launched the new Poco M8x smartphone in the Indian market. The new 5G-enabled smartphone features a Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset and a large 7,900 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging support. Interestingly, the device also supports 22.5 W reverse-wired charging.

Lenovo has finally released one of its Intel Wildcat Lake-based ThinkPads in the US. Also available in Canada and elsewhere as part of a global release, the ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 combines efficient processors with a 400-nit display and upgradeable memory for $1,399.

Xiaomi has launched the new affordable smartwatch, the Redmi Watch 6 Active, in China. The company’s new smartwatch now comes with a slim design, an AMOLED panel, and IP68 water resistance. Plus, it supports an always-on display and 140 sports modes.

Not all charging cables are created equal. Whether it's data transfer speed, charging power, or maximum video resolution: anyone buying a new USB cable today has to look out for more than just the right connector. A project on Kickstarter is now presenting a cable that can do even more thanks to its built-in display.

The AGM PAD P3 Compact is a rugged 8.68-inch Android tablet designed for one-handed use. It features a 120 Hz display, MediaTek Helio G99 processor, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, while the Global version also supports 4G and eSIM.

KLab Games and Wanda Cinemas Games kick off JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Spirit's first event with an SSR Jotaro Kujo banner, Rush combos, and an 11-panel tactical grid.

Lenovo has started selling the ThinkPad T1g Gen 9 in the US. Succeeding the Arrow Lake-powered Gen 8, it brings newer Intel Panther Lake processors with vPro support. Pricing starts at $4,109 with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU and 64GB of LPCAMM2 RAM.

The Beelink EQi13 now has a new and affordable configuration, and it features the Intel Core i5 13420H instead of the 13500H that the mini PC initially released with. All the other specs remain pretty much the same, and the launch price is $499.

Casio has brought the Baby-G BGD10KG-2 and BGD10KG-4 to the US at $99 each, well above the ¥11,550 Japanese price. The compact digital detaches from its band into a silicone holder, turning the watch into a wearable charm.

Sennheiser's new premium earbuds feature a brand new design, improved sound, adaptive active noise cancellation, and up to 40 hours of battery life. They also feature user-replaceable batteries for both the earbuds and charging case.

Bigme has launched the F7 and F7 Pro color E Ink photo frames in China, both with 1,300 mAh batteries, Wi-Fi and no backlight. Bigme claims the F7 can support 365 daily image updates on a single charge.

Brightin Star’s latest APO lens is 92 percent cheaper than its Leica counterpart. The compact, fast 35 mm f/1.7 full-frame lens weighs only 260 grams and is designed to deliver first-class performance thanks to six aspherical lens surfaces.

Lenovo has finally released one of its cheaper 14-inch ThinkPad laptops in the US. Available for just over $1,100, the ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 (AMD) comes with dual SSD slots, an AMD Zen 5 processor, upgradeable RAM and a 400-nit display.

Asus has finally given one of its latest gaming laptops a global release. Combining Intel's Panther Lake platform with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU and 64 GB of RAM, the ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) GX651 also contains dual 1,100-nit OLED displays.

The Casio GBX-H5600KI-5 Kanoa Igarashi model is now available for purchase in the US. The GBX-H5600KI-5 features Polar-powered training analysis, blood-oxygen measurement, heart rate monitor, sleep tracking, and MIP LCD. Plus, the watch comes with Tough Solar charging and 200 m (20 bar) water resistance.

Timex’s new Peanuts-themed Marlin Chronograph blends 1960s racing-watch styling with playful Snoopy and Woodstock details, including a “50” tribute to the comic strip’s 1950 debut. Priced at $279, the quartz-powered watch features a 40mm stainless steel case and tachymeter scale.

Timex’s latest Expedition Field Post Titanium offers a more premium take on the brand’s rugged field-watch formula without the price tag you’d typically expect from a titanium mechanical watch.

Lenovo has finally released one of its cheaper 16-inch ThinkPad laptops globally. Equipped with up to 32 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz VRR display, the ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 is also said to last over 24 hours in official battery life tests thanks to its efficient AMD Zen 5 processors.

Asus has announced the ExpertBook P3 G2 in 14- and 16-inch versions with up to an Intel Core 7 Series 3 processor, 64 GB of DDR5 RAM and PCIe 4.0 storage. The business laptops also feature MIL-STD-810H durability and Asus ExpertGuardian security.

Lenovo has launched a new 14-inch laptop globally. Said to last over 19 hours in official battery life tests, the V14 Gen 6 AMN weighs in at just 1.3 kg and will be available with a range of AMD processors.

Casio has officially listed its new Pro Trek PRJ-01AE-8J watch on its US website. The analog watch features 100-meter (10 bar) water resistance, a bio-based resin case, a carabiner strap, and Tough Solar with a low battery alert. Plus, the model now comes with a straightforward three-hand analog design.

A fast portrait lens for full-frame cameras that costs just $99 – TTArtisan offers an exciting option for customers who want to take portraits with a shallow depth of field at an affordable price.

CFM's new earbuds have an in-ear design and are packed with features such as ANC, low-latency mode, spatial audio and more. They also have a two-tone design with a matching case that doubles as a fidget spinner.

Xiaomi has opened pre-orders on JD.com for its first NAS, the Xiaomi Smart Storage, ahead of its August 27 sale date. The compact two-bay unit also doubles as a smart home hub and supports direct camera recording and backups of Xiaomi phones.