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Oct 13

A screengrab from FBC: Firebreak (image source Steam Community)

FBC: Firebreak underperformance makes Remedy issue a profit warning and €14.9M impairment in 2025

Remedy Entertainment has issued a profit warning for 2025 and recorded a €14.9 million non‑cash impairment after its Control spinoff shooter FBC: Firebreak underperformed commercially despite a major post‑launch overhaul.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Oct 2025 21:31

Teraleak resurfaces to reveal new Pokémon games and removed Pokémon Legends: Z-A features

Recent Pokémon Legends: Z-A leaks seem trivial compared to new Teraleak revelations. The 2024 hack of Game Freak has returned with discoveries about old and new Pokémon games. Gamers can find out about removed content and what to ...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Oct 2025 21:30

An image of the YouTuber testing the headset in sim racing (Image source: CNCDan; cropped screenshot)

DIY YouTuber builds cheap VR headset and makes it open-source

DIY YouTuber CNCDan has uploaded a video of his latest project — a VR headset, which, besides the 3D-printed parts, cost him about $150. He also made all the resources needed for the project open source.

Chibuike Okpara, 13 Oct 2025 21:09

Vivo X300 and X300 Pro showing front and rear designs with Zeiss camera module (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 vs X300 Pro: Full specs comparison including display, performance, cameras, and battery

The Vivo X300 series marks the brand’s latest flagship lineup featuring Zeiss optics, advanced AI imaging, and MediaTek’s new Dimensity 9500 platform. Both the Vivo X300 and X300 Pro share a similar foundation but differ in severa...

Anmol Dubey, 13 Oct 2025 20:56

The October update is apparently causing app crashes on the Google Pixel 10 (Pro). (Image source: Samuel Angor)

Google Pixel 10 (Pro) users complain about app crashes following October update

The October update for the Google Pixel 10 (Pro) was supposed to fix an issue that temporarily rendered the display unusable. However, the update also introduces new problems. According to numerous user reports, many apps now cras...

Hannes Brecher, 13 Oct 2025 20:18

The Oscal Tank 1 features a 170-lumen dual-LED flashlight. (Image source: Oscal)

Oscal Tank 1 launches with huge 20,000 mAh battery, night vision camera and dual flashlight

The Oscal Tank 1 offers unusual features, including a gigantic 20,000 mAh battery, a second display on the back and a dual LED flashlight. The rugged outdoor smartphone is now available with a sizable launch discount.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Oct 2025 20:17

The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73 gaming laptop is a chunky customer at 3.5 kg (7.72 lbs.). (Image source: Acer, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | $1,000 off: Acer Predator Helios 18 AI with RTX 5090 and mini-LED display is now on sale

The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI (2025) is an extremely powerful gaming laptop with a superb 4K display. Armed with an RTX 5090 and a Core Ultra 9 275HX, the gaming laptop brings desktop-class power in a portable form. The laptop is...

Fawad Murtaza, 13 Oct 2025 20:14

The iQOO Watch GT 2 is apparently based on the new Vivo Watch GT 2 (Image source: Vivo)

iQOO Watch GT 2 to launch shortly with 33-day battery and 2,400-nit AMOLED screen

The brand-new iQOO Watch GT 2 smartwatch is launching soon and combines a design similar to the Apple Watch Series 11 with striking watch faces and an AMOLED display that can get particularly bright at up to 2,400 nits.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Oct 2025 20:09

A worker using an Apple Macbook Pro (Image source: Daniel Thomas/Unsplash)

Macs versus Windows: How companies decide who gets an Apple and why it still matters

Despite Apple’s growing presence in offices, Windows still dominates. New IDC data shows Macs make up just 5% of global enterprise PCs as companies weigh function, cost, and workflow before approving an Apple.

David Odejide, 13 Oct 2025 20:04

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (Image Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Samsung patents self-healing screen tech for foldable phones

Foldable phones have a persistent weak spot: the fragile display area around the camera and sensors. A new Samsung patent reveals a system using internal sensing wires and metal patterns to actively detect and self-heal micro-crac...

Jean Leon, 13 Oct 2025 19:53

A leak says Nothing plans to release a lite version of the Nothing Phone 3a (pictured). (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Leak reveals there's a Nothing Phone (3a) Lite, and it's launching this year

Contrary to an earlier statement from Nothing's CEO, Car Pei, that the Nothing Phone (3) completes the Phone 3 series, a leak has revealed there's a new model coming soon. The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite, as it is expected to be calle...

Habeeb Onawole, 13 Oct 2025 19:42

The Tab A9 Pro is a new budget-friendly Android tablet (Image source: Ulefone)

Tab A9 Pro: 8-inch Android tablet with 4G LTE launches for $128

The Tab A9 Pro is a new and relatively affordable Android tablet, which appears to be well-suited for media consumption and other basic tasks and use cases. It also features Widevine certification, but the low price also results i...

Silvio Werner, 13 Oct 2025 19:32

The top-end configuration of the phone goes for as low as $1,019. Pictured: a promo picture of the X300. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 with 200 MP Zeiss camera goes global for as low as $769 via import

The Vivo X300 has just been released in China, and right after the Chinese unveiling, the Dimensity 9500 phone went live on import sites Giztop and Wondamobile. This 200 MP Zeiss camera flagship can be imported for as low as $769.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Oct 2025 19:16

The Dell Pro Max mini-PC is now official (image source: Dell)

Dell Pro Max mini-PC announced for AI workloads with Nvidia GB10 SoC

Dell has unveiled its newest Pro Max mini-PC powered by Nvidia's GB10 chip. It comes with 128 GB of unified memory and 10 Gb/s Ethernet.

Anil Ganti, 13 Oct 2025 19:01

The Baseus Energeek GX11 4F MiFi power bank features a 20,000 mAh battery capacity (Image source: Baseus)

Baseus launches new EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi power bank with integrated cable and 4G connectivity

Baseus has unveiled a new EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi power bank with a detachable USB-C cable and integrated 4G connectivity. The portable charging accessory can be used to charge three devices simultaneously with 67 W fast-charging ca...

Abhinav Fating, 13 Oct 2025 18:48

Image showing a squad in Helldivers 2. (Image Source: Arrowhead)

Helldivers 2 Game Director admits they have "more issues" than before after the last major update, future content delayed to improve stability

Helldivers 2 Game Director Mikael Eriksson admitted the latest update caused more performance issues than expected. He said the team is now delaying future content to focus on fixing bugs and improving stability.

Abdul Haddi, 13 Oct 2025 18:29

The Vivo X300 Pro surpasses the X200 Pro in various areas. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 Pro: New camera flagship now official with global launch teased and imports already available from $939

Vivo has joined Xiaomi and other Android OEMs by announcing a new flagship smartphone. Packed with a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset and other top-tier hardware, the Vivo X300 Pro can already be picked up from importers before an ...

Alex Alderson, 13 Oct 2025 18:16

Steam player count record broken again, as Battlefield 6 helps platform cross 41 million mark

Steam remains the exclusive digital PC gaming marketplace for many buyers. Valve’s platform recently roared past a 41 million concurrent player count, growing rapidly over the past five years. Rivals like the Epic Games Store have...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Oct 2025 17:54

The Vivo Watch GT 2 supports over 100 sports modes. (Image source: Vivo)

Up to 33 days battery life: Vivo Watch GT 2 smartwatch launches with iOS compatibility

The Vivo Watch GT 2 is a new smartwatch available with optional eSIM connectivity. Equipped with a 2,400-nit display and a large battery, the Watch GT 2 can also pull through notifications from an iPhone and a Vivo smartphone simu...

Alex Alderson, 13 Oct 2025 17:40

Official image from the game Need For Speed: Underground 2. (Image source: EA)

This PS2 classic has been remade with Unreal Engine 5 — Fan demo now available

Need for Speed: Underground 2 is a game that has left its mark on millions of PS2 players around the world. And if you're a fan of this title, you can now play it again thanks to a demo created with Unreal Engine 5.

Alexis Stegmann, 13 Oct 2025 17:31

OnePlus has detailed the BOE X3 display of the OnePlus 15. Pictured: the screen of the phone. (Image source: OnePlus - edited)

BOE X3 display of OnePlus 15 detailed ahead of the phone's imminent launch

The OnePlus 15 is rumored to launch on October 27, 2025. Just a few days ahead of the Chinese debut, the company has shared the display highlights of its new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Oct 2025 17:22

Samsung's One UI update includes visual changes and performance improvements. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung rolls out One UI 8 update to Galaxy XCover7 and Galaxy M54 mid-range devices

Samsung has released the stable One UI 8 update based on Android 16 for the Galaxy XCover7 and Galaxy M54 smartphones across multiple Asian and Pacific regions. The update brings enhanced performance, security patches, and refined...

Nitisha Upadhye, 13 Oct 2025 16:08

Vivo X300 smartphone in pink gradient finish showcasing the circular Zeiss-branded triple camera module (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 officially launches in China at $605 with Zeiss 200-MP camera, Dimensity 9500 chip, and Apple-ecosystem support

Vivo has officially launched its X300 series in China. The new flagship duo brings Zeiss-calibrated cameras, upgraded imaging hardware powered by the V3+ chip, and expanded cross-platform connectivity with Apple devices — building...

Anmol Dubey, 13 Oct 2025 15:48

Black Myth: Wukong is getting a new software update that will be available on PS5 and PC. (Image source: Game Science)

Black Myth: Wukong gets a new update that's over 90GB for the PS5

Game Science has released a new update for its 2024 video game, Black Myth: Wukong. The update will be coming to PC and PS5, but owners of the latter will need more than 90GB of free space to install the update.

Habeeb Onawole, 13 Oct 2025 15:42

The Casio Pro Trek PRW-6900YB-3CR (pictured) comes with a flame-resistant band. (Image source: Casio)

Deal | Casio Pro Trek PRW-6900YB-3CR gets $110 slashed off its MSRP in new Amazon deal

The Casio Pro Trek PRW-6900YB-3CR, now at $409.80 on Amazon, is a rugged sensor-packed watch with solar power, radio sync, and flame-resistant Cordura band - great for outdoor adventures and precision use.

Anubhav Sharma, 13 Oct 2025 15:28

The 2026 electric Sierra pickup truck. (Image source: GMC)

GM teases affordable 400-mile electric trucks with manganese battery and rare-earth magnet US production bets

Now that China has banned their export, General Motors has been vindicated in its efforts to build a rare-earth magnet supply chain in the US. Its other localized EV bet, a high-density manganese battery, has now won Detroit's "Ba...

Daniel Zlatev, 13 Oct 2025 14:57

The Honor Magic8 Pro will also be launched in green. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic8 Pro: Teaser reveals details about gigantic battery and 200 MP periscope telephoto camera

The Magic8 Pro, one of the most exciting flagship devices based on the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, will be launched in just a few days. Honor has already confirmed many details about the device's features, ranging from ...

Hannes Brecher, 13 Oct 2025 13:54

The Leica M EV1 is essentially a Leica Q3 with interchangeable lenses. (Image source: Leica)

Leica M EV1: Rumors reveal more details about extremely compact full-frame camera days before launch

The Leica M EV1, or rather the Leica M11-V, is set to be officially unveiled in a few days. The latest rumors have just revealed some more details about the features of the particularly compact full-frame camera, which apparently ...

Hannes Brecher, 13 Oct 2025 13:52

The Nubia Z80 Ultra features an 18 mm ultra-wide-angle camera with a larger sensor. (Image source: Nubia)

Nubia Z80 Ultra with 35 mm, 18 mm and 70 mm triple camera: Nubia confirms specs and unveils sample photos

The Nubia Z80 Ultra, one of the world's most unusual flagship camera phones, will launch in just a few days. The device features a selfie camera invisibly integrated into the display and a triple camera with focal lengths of 35 mm...

Hannes Brecher, 13 Oct 2025 13:50

The process of actin degradation involves a precise interplay between three proteins, which the researchers describe as a “molecular dance”. (Image source: TyliJura via Pexels)

"Molecular dance" – key mechanism of cell movement finally decoded, offering new insights into cancer research

How do cells move – for instance, during wound healing or when immune cells track down bacteria? Scientists have been investigating this question for years. Now, a team from the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology in Dort...

Marius Müller, 13 Oct 2025 13:49

The Poco F7 Ultra. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Poco F8 Ultra: Outlined features of the Redmi K90 Pro suggest parity with the Xiaomi 17 series

Xiaomi's upcoming Redmi K90 Pro has now been tipped to be the most ambitious offering in the series so far, making it potentially on par with the Xiaomi 17 series. That is, of course, good news for fans looking forward to the Poco...

Ricci Rox, 13 Oct 2025 13:42

At the time of writing, the Xbox Series S is available online at Walmart. (Image source: Microsoft, Unsplash, edited)

Retailers are still selling Xbox consoles as Microsoft clarifies Walmart and Target situation

After several reports emerged online of retailers apparently scaling back Xbox console and game sales, Microsoft has now responded to these rumors. As cited by Windows Central, the company has denied that retailers like Walmart ha...

Fawad Murtaza, 13 Oct 2025 13:38

Fellowship launches in Early Access on Steam on October 16. (Image source: Steam)

Jump straight to the endgame – new concept MMO launches on Steam this week

For anyone who finds questing and leveling in MMOs more frustrating than fun, Fellowship could be a refreshing change. Here, you jump straight into dungeons without spending days preparing your character. On October 16, the so-cal...

Marius Müller, 13 Oct 2025 13:38

Lenovo Yoga Tab in review (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

How good is the Lenovo Tab Pen Pro compared to the new Samsung S Pen | review verdict

Thanks to its stylus, the Lenovo Yoga Tab is an interesting choice for school or university. But how performs the Lenovo stylus in everyday use and how good is the Tab Pen Pro compared to Samsung's S Pens? We take a closer look at...

Marcus Herbrich, 13 Oct 2025 13:30

Internal view of the Beelink GTR9 Pro mini PC showing the vapor-chamber dual-fan cooling system and motherboard layout (Image source: ServeTheHome via YouTube)

Strix Halo Beelink GTR9 Pro teardown reveals a vapor-chamber dual-fan design filling most of the chassis, delivering silent 120B LLM performance at 120 W

A recent teardown by Patrick Kennedy of the ServeTheHome YouTube channel offers an inside look at the Beelink GTR9 Pro powered by AMD’s new Strix Halo APU. The findings highlight a surprising focus on cooling and performance balan...

Anmol Dubey, 13 Oct 2025 13:29

The camera kit could make a global debut with the international Find X9 series. Pictured: contents of the kit. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo unveils Find X9 series Hasselblad camera kit with partial OnePlus 15 compatibility

The Oppo Find X9 series is only days away from being launched in China. Ahead of the imminent release, the company has revealed the Hasselblad camera kit for this flagship lineup. Some accessories included should even work with th...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Oct 2025 12:44

The racy SU7 Ultra. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi SU7 Ultra crash prompts renewed scrutiny of flush door handles and first responder access

A second deadly incident with the SU7 electric sedan has sent Xiaomi's shares tumbling. A fast SU7 Ultra supercar has crashed, and bystanders couldn't pull the driver out.

Daniel Zlatev, 13 Oct 2025 12:41

The Realme GT 8 Pro features 28 mm and 40 mm focal lengths akin to classic Ricoh GR cameras and offers an anti-glare lens. (Image source: Realme, edited)

Ricoh GR-inspired phone with 24/40 mm focal lengths: New Realme GT 8 Pro teasers and sample photos

In a video about their newly announced partnership ahead of the Real GT8 Pro’s launch, representatives from Ricoh GR and Realme discussed what they tout as the “deepest collaboration” yet between a legendary camera company and a r...

Alexander Fagot, 13 Oct 2025 12:02

Image from the game Everwild. (Image source: Xbox Game Studios)

Images from the Everwild game cancelled by Microsoft surface

Cancelled by Microsoft, Everwild was a promising Xbox game for many players. And recently, several images of the title were unveiled, revealing its full potential.

Alexis Stegmann, 13 Oct 2025 11:59

The best budget gamer? HP Omen 16 laptop review

83% The best budget gamer? HP Omen 16 laptop review

From Max to budget. With the introduction of the Omen Max in early 2025, HP has split its gaming lineup: the Max models are thicker but faster, while the regular Omen series now targets the budget segment. As a result, HP made several adjustments to the new Omen 16. But does this “budgetification” come with any real advantages? Let’s find out.
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop | 16.00" | 2.4 kg

Christian Hintze, 13 Oct 2025 11:53

The Starlink monthly fee discount deal. (Image source: Starlink)

Starlink offers $60 monthly Residential plan fee to select customers

After the free Starlink Mini dish to go with a Residential plan subscription in the US, Starlink is now introducing a new deal. This time around, the fee is for the monthly subscription fee itself that is offered up to 75% off in ...

Daniel Zlatev, 13 Oct 2025 10:56

The Jolene oak tree on Old Stagecoach Road in Kyle Texas (Image source: Maya Fawa/KUT News)

Texas city spends $1 million to relocate 400-year-old oak tree using rare high-tech system: here is how it works

A Texas city is investing nearly $1 million to save a 400-year-old oak tree using a rare engineering system known as ArborLift. The high-tech pneumatic lifting method will allow the million-pound tree to be moved safely without da...

David Odejide, 13 Oct 2025 09:31

The RedMagic 11 Pro and Pro+ are confirmed to feature two 50 MP cameras on the back. Pictured: the non-transparent versions of the gaming phone. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic highlights camera prowess of its water-cooled gaming phone

The RedMagic 11 Pro Chinese launch is around the corner. Days before the event, the company has now showcased the camera capabilities of its water-cooled Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 gaming phone.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Oct 2025 09:28

An illustrative image of a chip with a high clock speed (Image source: AI-generated image)

Atomic-thin chip breakthrough promises faster, thinner, and more power-efficient devices

A research team at Fudan University has successfully combined an atomically thin 2D memory module with a conventional silicon chip. The result — a fully functional hybrid chip that could lead to smaller, faster, and more powerful ...

Chibuike Okpara, 13 Oct 2025 08:09

In Cyberpunk 2077, the USB4 v2 had around 25% lead over its predecessor. Pictured: the OneXGPU Lite eGPU. (Image source: ETA Prime)

USB4 v2 shows clear gaming performance gains over 40 Gbps USB4 in OneXGPU Lite tests

USB4 v2 offers a noticeable leap over its predecessor, bringing up to 80 Gbps bi-directional bandwidth. This improved speed should result in better performance from compatible eGPUs, which ETA Prime has just showcased.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Oct 2025 07:53

The Honor Watch 5 Pro will launch in multiple striking colors (Image source: Honor)

Smartwatch with blood pressure monitor and 15-day battery: Honor Watch 5 Pro appears in new pictures

The Honor Watch 5 Pro is one of the more interesting smartwatches of the year thanks to blood pressure measurement, ECG, an AMOLED display and 15 days of battery life. Just a few days before its launch, the smartwatch has now appe...

Hannes Brecher, 13 Oct 2025 07:13

Image showing the custom DOOM: The Dark Ages gaming PC. (Image Source: Blue Horse Studios)

MSI is giving away two high-end gaming PCs, including a custom DOOM: The Dark Ages RTX 5090 rig worth over $10,000

MSI is hosting a new giveaway with two powerful gaming PCs as grand prizes. There are also 50 Amazon gift cards worth $100 each for other winners. The entries will close on October 15, and winners will be announced shortly after.

Abdul Haddi, 13 Oct 2025 05:54

A screengrab of MindsEye's Protagonist Jacob Diaz (image source: Steam Community)

MindsEye developers slam Build a Rocket Boy leadership: "Is this how you treat your own?"

Ninety-three current and former developers at Build A Rocket Boy have signed an open letter via the IWGB accusing co-founders Leslie Benzies and Mark Gerhard of systemic mistreatment. This includes mandatory pre-launch overtime an...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Oct 2025 05:44

A screengrab of Fallout: New Vegas' Zion Park (image source: Steam Community)

Fallout: New Vegas and Pillars of Eternity director admits lack of job security despite 26 years in the games industry

Veteran game director Josh Sawyer, known for Fallout: New Vegas and the Pillars of Eternity series, told a GCAP keynote in Melbourne that after 26 years of game development, he has still never felt secure in his job, highlighting ...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Oct 2025 05:29

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