Launch

Huawei starts taking reservations for the Pura X View, a candy-bar take on the wide foldable design with a 96.1% screen-to-body ratio and a 7,000 mAh battery.

Lenovo has opened JD.com reservations for the ThinkPad E13 AI 2026, its entry-level ThinkPad for the year. The Lunar Lake laptop pairs a 180° hinge with a display spec sheet that leaves one notable box unchecked.

Rogbid's Loop V is a $69.99 screen-free band with a GH3228T ECG sensor, Bosch six-axis fall detection, 220 mAh battery for 10 days and 3 ATM rating. It undercuts the Fitbit Air and Amazfit Helio Strap by $30, but has no FDA clearance.

AOC has released the Agon Pro AGP497UCZD, a 49-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor with 5,120 x 1,440 resolution and 240 Hz refresh rate. It features DisplayPort 2.1, 90 W USB-C power delivery and 1,000-nit HDR, and costs 6,999 yuan (around $1,040) in China.

Mechrevo joins the crowd of Wildcat Lake laptops chasing the MacBook Neo, with its Wujie 14S 2026 undercutting the Neo's pricing in China by a substantial amount.

Asobo Studio releases Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy on August 27, 2026. Play as Sophia in this action-focused prequel coming Day One to Xbox Game Pass.

Cuktech has launched a new charger in China, the CP6 Mini. It's a small power adapter that supports 67W fast charging. The launch price is CNY 79, about $12, and it sports a dual-port design with two Type-C ports.

The Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active is now available for purchase. While not a full-fledged smartwatch replacement, the compact fitness tracker monitors key health metrics such as heart rate and blood oxygen saturation, offering up to 21 days of battery life.

The OneOdio Fusion A70 Gen 2 over-ear headphones improve upon the original with enhanced audio reproduction, a wider soundstage, wireless multi-headphone audio sharing, and dual 3.5/6.35 mm wired inputs. They can use the Hi-Res Audio LDAC codec for high-resolution music playback over wireless connections.

Samsung has now officially announced that its next smartphone unveiling event is set to be held on the 27th of August. Given the onslaught of leaks and rumors, the product in question is more than likely to be the new Galaxy S26 FE.

Lenovo has released a new 15-inch gaming laptop internationally. Launching globally too, the LOQ Essential 15ARP11 combines a 144 Hz display with up to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU, a battery rated for over 12 hours of usage and a choice of AMD Ryzen processors.

A new 20,000mAh power bank with a compact design is now available to buy in Europe. Capable of charging three devices at the same time, the new Ugreen model sports a smart battery health monitoring display and an integrated USB-C cable.

Citizen has introduced four Classic Eco-Drive chronographs featuring 44mm cases, multifunction dials, and either a tachymeter or 60-minute bezel. Available exclusively in Canada for now, the light-powered models come in silver, gold, and two-tone finishes.

Dell has released a new 15-inch laptop internationally featuring AMD Ryzen 200 processors. Also equipped with a 400-nit display and up to 32 GB of RAM, the Dell 15 D15266 contains upgradeable RAM and storage within a housing that weighs just over 1.5 kg.

Lenovo has finally released one of its long-awaited 14-inch laptops internationally. Equipped with an unusual motorised display hinge, the ThinkBook Plus G7 Auto Twist also packs Intel Arc B390 graphics and a 1,100-nit OLED display in a housing with a 75 Wh battery rated for over 21 hours of battery life in official tests.

Dell has released a new 14-inch laptop internationally. Equipped with a 120 Hz display and up to 32 GB of dual-channel RAM, the Dell 14 D14265 should surpass its Intel-based counterpart with superior performance. Dell includes a 31% larger battery in its new AMD model, too.

Prominent OEM Peladn has revealed the new WO5 304 mini PC powered by Intel's entry-level Core 3 304 Wildcat Lake CPU. The mini PC is impressively compact, and weighs in at just 310 grams or around 11 ounces.

Ride1Up has launched the new Portola 02 folding e-bike with two battery pack options. Available in four colorways, the e-bike features a 750 W AKM hub motor, which offers 90 Nm of torque and a 28 mph (45 km/h) top speed with pedal assist. Plus, the Class 3 e-bike ships with a 3.5-inch color display and Intui-Drive torque sensor system.

Lenovo has expanded the availability of its new Apple iMac rival to more countries. Now sold across the Eurozone, the ThinkCentre Neo 50a Gen 6 combines a 100 Hz touchscreen display with up to Arc 140V graphics and over half a dozen ports.

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (Max) normally only offers 4x optical zoom. Users who need a longer reach can expand the flagship smartphone’s zoom capability to 32x with a new telephoto converter. The Sandmarc lens is also compatible with older iPhone models.

Xiaomi has launched the Smart Camera Video Call Version 2 on Youpin, with crowdfunding opening on August 26 at ¥429, roughly $60. The camera adds a 3.97-inch laminated screen at 480 by 800, an 8MP sensor recording at 4K, a 360 degree horizontal pan and tilt head with 0 to 30 degrees of manual tilt.

The glasses feature a Sony 12MP camera with electronic image stabilization and a 0.6 second capture time, a dual chip setup running an AI assistant, visual recognition and live translation, dual speakers with noise reduction, and a 280mAh battery.

The speaker magnetically attaches to the back of a wireless charging phone and doubles as a stand, using a Hall effect sensor to switch on automatically. It features a 1.5-inch full-range driver rated at 3W, a 650mAh battery, Bluetooth 6.0, USB-C charging and an IP67 rating.

Motorola’s new Moto Pad 70 is now officially available in the Indian market for ₹34,000 (~$355) for the 8 GB + 256 GB model. The tablet has a slim yet lightweight design, measuring just 6.29 mm (0.24 inches) in thickness and weighing 530 grams (1.16 lbs). Plus, it boasts a metal chassis and a large 10,200 mAh battery.

Mortal Shell II removes the stamina bar and adds ranged sidearms, now live in Advanced Access ahead of its worldwide August 20 launch on PC, PS5, and Xbox.

The Minisforum 895D7 is a new compact PC that's powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX. Its barebone configuration costs $495, and the option with the Radeon RX 9060 XT starts at $1,119. The company also has a config with 32GB of DDR5 RAM.

Lenovo has confirmed pricing for the ThinkBook Plus G7 Auto Twist via a JD.com reservation listing, revealing the first confirmed price for the laptop with a motorised hinge ahead of a wider release.

Lexar has introduced its latest Thor Ultra lineup of M.2 SSDs. The PCIe Gen 5.0 x4 drives are impressively fast, featuring read speeds of up to 11 GB/s and write speeds of up to 10 GB/s.

Dell has released a new 15-inch laptop globally. Equipped with power-efficient Intel Wildcat Lake processors, the new Dell 15 also contains up to 32 GB of RAM and a 400-nit display in a 1.54 kg housing. Prices start at $699 too, or £649 in the UK.

A relatively fast full-frame lens that protrudes just 9.9 millimeters from the camera and weighs 125 grams – the Brightin Star 28 mm f/2.8 pancake lens makes compact mirrorless cameras small enough to fit in a jacket pocket.

The two-in-one Hoverair Versa gimbal has launched on Indiegogo. The 4K 60p 3-axis gimbal can be attached to its Flight Kit for use as a self-flying drone, enabling hands-free tracking and filming.

Starsand Island has left early access with a full 1.0 launch on August 18. As of writing, it is topping Steam's new releases. The anime life sim holds an 88% positive rating and offers a 20% launch discount at $31.99 down from $39.99.

Dell has released a new alternative to the MacBook Neo. Available internationally, the new Dell 14 is even cheaper than the XPS 13 while featuring the same Intel Wildcat Lake processors, up to 32 GB of RAM and a 400-nit display.

A rugged smartphone with a flagship processor, night vision and thermal imaging cameras, a built-in 220-lumen DLP projector, and a massive 17,600 mAh battery – the 8849 Tank 5 Pro is designed to be extremely versatile. The specs are impressive, but the price is correspondingly high.

HP has launched an updated 18-inch mobile workstation globally. Equipped with new Intel Arrow Lake HX Plus processors, the refreshed ZBook Fury G1i 18 still features up to 192 GB RAM, a 165 Hz display and 24 GB VRAM via the RTX Pro 5000 Blackwell Generation laptop GPU.

iQoo has unveiled the Neo 11 Ultra, a new flagship gaming smartphone with the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M processor. The smartphone features a matte metal frame, a 50 MP main camera, a 144 Hz screen, and a large 9,100 mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100 W wired charging.

Polaroid and The Pokémon Company have announced a nine piece limited edition collection for the 30th anniversary of Pokémon. The range covers three cameras, three film packs and three accessories. Pre-orders open on August 25 at polaroid.com and Pokémon Center in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada.

The Fairphone 6 Plus has finally launched, and while it keeps several features from its predecessor, it upgrades two major areas for a better performance. It is also the first Fairphone model that will be officially sold in the US.

Frogwares releases The Sinking City 2 on August 18, 2026. Explore flooded 1920s Arkham in this Unreal Engine 5 survival horror sequel for PC, PS5, and Xbox.

Segway has introduced the C2 Go and C2 SE electric scooters along with the S2 Kids self-balancing scooter for children. All are designed for local rides, with a range of about eight miles and a maximum speed of 10 mph or less.

MSI is re-releasing the Prestige 14 Flip AI+ in two limited editions. With a blue aluminum chassis and a Vincent van Gogh artwork on the display lid, the laptop could hardly look more eye-catching, but its technical specifications are also impressive.

Ninkear has launched a new mini PC dubbed the L20. This compact 0.66 L Mini PC sports a healthy array of ports and a relatively powerful Intel Core Ultra 5 "Lunar Lake" CPU with 16 GB of RAM.

Pixio has launched a new gaming monitor with four color options. The affordable 32-inch 4K IPS panel features dual-mode functionality, allowing customers to switch between 160 Hz and 320 Hz at 1080p and 4K, respectively.

The latest Garmin smart trainer is directly compatible with standard bicycles, transforming them into indoor trainers. The Garmin Tacx Neo 2T Smart Trainer with Zwift Cog and Click is said to offer an extremely realistic riding experience and comprehensive data tracking.

The printer weighs around 320 grams, connects over Bluetooth with NFC tap-to-pair, and prints through the Godox Cam app at 300 dpi with automatic lamination for water and fingerprint resistance. The photo printer is priced at 699 yuan (about $104) in China and comes bundled with a 10-sheet paper cartridge.

Creality has officially announced the Sparkx i7 Nano desktop 3D printer in Europe. The company’s new 3D printer has a compact design, a built-in 720p AI camera, and an integrated spool holder. Plus, it offers a print volume of 260 x 260 x 255 mm and a maximum printing speed of up to 500 mm/s.

LG has launched three new xboom party speakers. The Power 9000, Power 7000 and Power 5000 offer 440W, 340W and 260W of continuous output, respectively. They also come with AI karaoke, multicolor lighting, DJ effects, and Auracast support.

Ugreen recently launched the four-port Nexode Pro 100W fast charger in the UK, and now, the brand has quietly introduced it in the US. Available through Amazon, the charging brick has a discounted launch price of $54.99.

NerveLabs' Morrowind-inspired RPG The Lantern of the Laughless Saint is now in Steam Early Access, with a full open world, co-op support, and a completable main quest already in place.

Tamadenco has launched six semi-solid-state power banks in Japan, from 10,000 to 20,000 mAh. The gel-electrolyte cells promise lower fire risk and 2,000 cycles, though the 67 W output claim comes with a catch buried in the spec table.