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Oct 8
The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is also available in blue.

RedMagic 12 Pro+ appears with under-display camera and liquid cooling, days before launch

Nubia reveals the brand-new RedMagic 12 Pro+ flagship smartphone in images for the first time, just days before launch. The device not only does away with a notch or punch-hole entirely, but also features liquid cooling with RGB lighting.
Hannes Brecher, 08 Oct 2026 11:10
The 2K pan-tilt model rotates fully and tilts 175 degrees to keep moving subjects in view.

Amazon Ring launches new 4K security cameras with battery power for the first time

Ring has unveiled the Outdoor Cam 4K Plus, the Spotlight Cam 4K Plus with a 550-lumen spotlight, the Floodlight Cam 4K Plus and the Indoor Cam 4K, alongside a Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam 2K offering 360-degree pan and 175-degree tilt. The outdoor models support battery, solar, plug-in, hardwired, and PoE power depending on the variant.
Antony Muchiri, 08 Oct 2026 11:03
Casio BA-110MC

Casio unveils three new analog-digital watches with 100 m WR, metallic indexes

Casio has listed three new Baby-G BA-110MC watches in the US at $145 each, in navy, lilac and white. Glossy resin and metallic indexes dress a 45 g case 27 g lighter than a GA-110, with 100-meter water resistance, world time and a 2099 calendar.
Anubhav Sharma, 08 Oct 2026 10:34
A bug can drastically shorten the battery life of the Garmin Fenix 8.

Garmin Fenix 8: Garmin confirms display and battery bug, promises fix

For weeks now, more and more Garmin Fenix 8 users have been reporting a software issue that can cause excessively high screen brightness and reduced battery life. Garmin is now finally promising a fix.
Hannes Brecher, 08 Oct 2026 10:27
The Lemmo 3 is also designed for off-road use - within limits

90 Nm & 900 Wh battery: Lemmo 3 combines off-road comfort, child transport and automatic shifting

Lemmo has officially unveiled its next-generation Lemmo 3, a versatile e-bike that combines longtail cargo capabilities with full-suspension SUV ruggedness. Designed to handle rough terrain while accommodating child seats or heavy luggage, the new model pairs a high-torque motor with advanced safety features and a semi-solid-state battery.
Silvio Werner, 08 Oct 2026 10:06
The Lenovo Pro 9n starts at $2,999.99 with the 18-core RTX Spark and 32GB RAM.

Lenovo releases powerful MacBook Pro rival with up to 20-core RTX Spark and 128 GB RAM

The Lenovo Pro 9n is now available to preorder from $2,999.99, with Nvidia RTX Spark configurations offering up to a 20-core Grace CPU and 128 GB of RAM. The new MacBook Pro rival also features a 2.5K 165 Hz OLED display, a 92.5 Wh battery, and a slim aluminum chassis.
Elvis Shida, 08 Oct 2026 10:06
Hand holding a smartphone with the ChatGPT app open above a patterned table

ChatGPT Free and Go users start getting GPT-6 Luna in Chat

OpenAI is rolling out GPT-6 in the regular ChatGPT Chat tab, and Free and Go users start getting it on October 8. They get GPT-6 Luna, while paid plans get GPT-6 Sol. The update also adds Intelligent UI, with diagrams, buttons and small calculators inside answers. Here is what older desktop apps miss, how to reduce the visuals and where OpenAI contradicts itself.
Steffen Zahn, 08 Oct 2026 08:47
The Vivo X300 FE.

New Vivo sub-flagship phone heads for global release

The Vivo X300 FE launched earlier this year as a more affordable alternative to the higher-end X300 series models. Its expected successor, the Vivo X500 FE, has now appeared in multiple certification databases.
Huzefa Baloch, 08 Oct 2026 08:44
The Trek Rail+ 9.8 Gen 5 is a full-suspension eMTB

Trek launches new full-suspension e-bike with impressive 105 km of range

Trek has unveiled the Rail+ 9.8 Gen 5, a full-suspension eMTB in Europe. The electric mountain bike features Bosch’s Performance Line CX mid-drive motor, which is the same motor found on Trek’s recently announced Allant+ FS e-bike. Plus, it is powered by a Bosch PowerTube 800 Wh battery pack, providing up to 105 km (65 miles) of range on a single charge. 
Abhinav Fating, 08 Oct 2026 08:20
Lenovo Yoga Tab Gen 2 review

87% Compact tablet with plenty of power, AI and long battery life – Lenovo Yoga Tab Gen 2 review

Take me with you. The Lenovo Yoga Tab Gen 2 is a premium tablet that no longer wants to live in the shadow of the iPads and Galaxy S tablets of this world. That's why it offers innovative features such as eye tracking, a stylus, a keyboard cover, and a fast processor. But is that enough?
Mediatek Dimensity 9500s, ARM Immortalis-G925 MC11, 11.1", 480 g
Florian Schmitt, 08 Oct 2026 08:03
Timex's latest Pan Am collaboration includes quartz and automatic Waterbury GMT models

Timex expands Pan Am collection with new quartz and automatic GMT watches

Timex has introduced two new Pan Am x Waterbury GMT watches, offering buyers a choice between quartz and automatic movements. The TW2Y94600 starts at £290, while the larger automatic TW2Y94300 is priced at £550.
Anil Ganti, 08 Oct 2026 07:53
Seiko

Seiko debuts new compact rectangular solar watches thinner than a Cartier Tank

Seiko has four new rectangular solar watches arriving in November. At 27.4 x 18 mm and 5.9 mm thick, the HFJ series undercuts a Cartier Tank Must in every dimension, runs a year per charge and starts at 35,200 yen, roughly $223. Shop-only, though.
Anubhav Sharma, 08 Oct 2026 07:33
The Banana Pi BPI CM7 is a compact single-board computer

Competition for the Raspberry Pi CM: Banana Pi BPI-CM7 unveiled

Banana Pi has officially announced the BPI-CM7, offering a new single-board system that could serve as a compact alternative to Raspberry Pi setups. However, its form factor means it is not a drop-in replacement for standard single-board computers.
Silvio Werner, 08 Oct 2026 07:10
The new Lego leaks span Harry Potter, Pokémon, and Lego Icons.

Massive Lego leak points to 2027 Pokémon sets, Harry Potter Collectors' Edition, and huge 8,060-piece build

Instagram account @unibricks has posted set numbers, piece counts, prices and release months for three Pokémon sets, a Harry Potter collector's set and nine Lego Icons products spanning February to September 2027. None of it is confirmed by Lego.
Anubhav Sharma, 08 Oct 2026 06:59
Pavan Davuluri introducing the magnetic USB-C charger shipping with each Surface Ultra laptop

Microsoft sure are proud of their patent-pending magnetic USB-C Surface Laptop charger

The live Microsoft event in San Francisco this week focused on the Surface Ultra powered by the Nvidia Spark platform. However, a good chunk of it was devoted to a feature that both the Surface and MacBook series have had for years.
Allen Ngo, 08 Oct 2026 05:46
The Citizen Blue Angels AT8020-03L

Deal | Citizen's atomic Blue Angels chronograph scores huge 48% discount in new Amazon Prime deal

Citizen's Blue Angels World Chronograph A-T has fallen to $375.23 on Amazon for Prime members, 48% below its Amazon list price. The radio-controlled Eco-Drive brings a perpetual calendar, 200 m water resistance and sapphire, and costs less new than used.
Anubhav Sharma, 08 Oct 2026 04:01
GTA 6 YouTube ad showing Lucia and Jason

GTA 6 trailer #3 anticipation rises after YouTube ad features Lucia and Jason

YouTube marketing is hinting at more content celebrating Rockstar's latest project. An ad featuring Lucia and Jason may foreshadow a new GTA 6 trailer debuting on the site. With album updates leaked, viewers could also see music videos from participating artists.
Adam Corsetti, 08 Oct 2026 03:58
The HP OmniBook 3 with Snapdragon X is now $399.99 on Best Buy.

Deal | HP's latest MacBook Neo rival with 14-inch OLED display and 41 hours battery life drops to $399.99

The HP OmniBook 3 is down to $399.99 in Best Buy’s Techtober sale, with a Snapdragon X processor, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. It undercuts the MacBook Neo while offering an OLED display, plenty of ports, and longer battery life. Upgrading to 16GB RAM and 512 costs $599.99, still less than the base Neo.
Elvis Shida, 08 Oct 2026 02:53
 Marvel's Wolverine as it looks on PlayStation 5. An emulator is already running the game on PC, though nowhere near as smoothly... yet.

People are already playing Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine on PC

Marvel's Wolverine arrived on PlayStation 5 on September 15, and despite Sony's recent console-only mandate, the game is running on a Windows desktop anyway, claws and all.
Santiago Nino, 08 Oct 2026 01:42
Banner for Atomfall Denuvo game shown

Voices38 cracks another AAA Denuvo game despite piracy lawsuit from DRM maker

An infamous pirate has returned by removing Denuvo from Rebellion’s Atomfall. Confronted with a lawsuit, voices38 continues to overcome the anti-tamper protection. The DRM’s developer is now seeking a subpoena from Discord, Reddit, and Steam to locate the hacker.
Adam Corsetti, 08 Oct 2026 00:29
Two games from the lineup are already available.

Amazon announces 10 new free games coming to Luna this month

Amazon has announced a new lineup of games that Prime members will be able to download and play through Luna in October 2026. The list includes WarBreeds, Ad Infinitum, and more.
Abdul Haddi, 08 Oct 2026 00:03
Oct 7
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15 Gen 8

Microsoft needs to act - Challenges that must be addressed for the next Surface Laptop

In our review, the current Surface Laptop 15 proves to be a solid multimedia device. However, it still reveals significant weaknesses that Microsoft urgently needs to address in the successor to avoid falling behind strong competitors in a fiercely contested market.
Andreas Osthoff, 07 Oct 2026 23:35
An image showing a city in Stranded: Alien Dawn, currently 50% off.

Deal | This survival game, with 83% positive reviews, is 50% off on Steam

Rated "Very Positive" on Steam, Stranded: Alien Dawn is a survival game in which you must help a small group of survivors on a hostile planet. Gather resources, build your base, and explore this world while overcoming various challenges. Update: Its price is back to normal.
Alexis Stegmann, 07 Oct 2026 23:15
Apple and LG collaborate for smart home devices

Leaked images reveal Apple and LG’s smart door lock, thermostat and temperature sensor

Apple’s upcoming home hub is reportedly getting company from LG. Leaked images and FCC filings reveal a smart lock with automatic unlocking, a thermostat with built-in radar and a separate temperature sensor. LG would sell and support the products, with Apple reportedly helping develop them.
Yuval Goel, 07 Oct 2026 22:47
SuperStation One Transparent Collection FPGA console with translucent Frost shell.

PS1-inspired FPGA console starts selling out despite losing Wi-Fi, NFC and 75% of bundled storage

Two SuperStation One Transparent Collection colours were reported sold out shortly after pre-orders opened, even though the new $249 FPGA console configuration drops built-in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth and NFC and reduces its bundled microSD card from 64 GB to 16 GB.
Louise Burke, 07 Oct 2026 22:46
The GMTs take inspiration from the Daiquiri and Corcovado cocktails

Seiko’s colorful Presage Cocktail Time GMT watches finally go on sale globally

Seiko’s latest Presage Cocktail Time models are finally making their way to retailers worldwide. The lineup includes two colorful GMTs inspired by the Daiquiri and Corcovado cocktails, plus a limited-edition purple-dial model celebrating Seiko’s 145th anniversary.
Kristen Spradlin, 07 Oct 2026 22:04
The Hasselblad X2D can now also play Doom thanks to firmware modifications.

Hasselblad X2D medium format camera can now play Doom

The Hasselblad X2D gains faster autofocus, a new feature from the more modern X2D II, and even access to the classic game Doom through unofficial firmware modifications. These firmware modifications show that Hasselblad is nowhere near tapping the full potential of the expensive medium-format camera.
Hannes Brecher, 07 Oct 2026 21:22
The Casio Baby-G BGA-20K-1A

Casio releases three new watches with unusual face feature

The Casio BGA-20K watches have been launched in Japan. This model has an unusual face detail on the dial and comes with interchangeable accessories.
Polly Allcock, 07 Oct 2026 21:06
Microsoft has launched a new mini-PC for local AI models

Microsoft launches compact local AI monster with 128 GB unified memory

Microsoft has launched the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, a compact developer workstation built around Nvidia's RTX Spark platform. It packs 128 GB of unified memory and 2 TB of storage.
Anil Ganti, 07 Oct 2026 21:02
Garmin’s Instinct 3 smartwatch is getting beta v16.06

New Garmin beta update arrives for popular smartwatches

A new Garmin smartwatch update, beta version 16.06, is currently rolling out. This release brings a bug fix to the Instinct 3 and related wearables, with a new feature also listed in the change log.
Polly Allcock, 07 Oct 2026 21:00
New Windows 11 Search showing recent files, apps, settings and inline actions.

Windows 11 Search gets a big makeover — it can now control your PC with simple commands

Microsoft is turning Windows 11 Search into a system control hub, allowing users to perform thousands of actions with simple commands. The redesigned Search also brings deeper Copilot integration, smarter results and a faster interface, with testing now as part of the Windows Insiders.
Andrew Sozinov, 07 Oct 2026 20:47
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra debuts with RTX Spark, 128 GB unified memory and $2,599 starting price

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra debuts with RTX Spark, 128 GB unified memory and $2,599 starting price

Microsoft has launched the Surface Laptop Ultra, a 15-inch flagship powered by Nvidia's RTX Spark N1X platform. It starts at $2,599 and offers up to 128 GB of unified memory and Microsoft's magnetic USB-C charging port.
Anil Ganti, 07 Oct 2026 20:14
ROG Xbox Ally X20 is powered by the Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme APU.

FSR 4 special version to boost gaming performance on handhelds, coming this year

AMD is working on bringing official FSR 4 support to current APUs as well as new APUs by the end of the year. The report cites AMD’s Jack Huynh and states that this will be a special version of FSR 4.
Vineet Washington, 07 Oct 2026 20:02
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15 Gen 8

Another blow for Windows on ARM - The Intel Surface Laptop 15 is once again better than the Snapdragon model

Microsoft once again offers its Surface Laptop 15 for business customers with Intel processors - including the powerful Core Ultra X chips, which outperform their ARM rivals in graphics performance as well as battery life.
Andreas Osthoff, 07 Oct 2026 19:51
Picture comparison of original and AI-reconstructed picture

“Mind-reading” AI reconstructs images from brain activity data

Researchers have created an AI system called Brain-IT that analyzes fMRI scans and uses them to reconstruct images the test subject was looking at. A comparison of the images shows just how surprisingly well it works.
Christian Hintze, 07 Oct 2026 19:39
Ninebot Max G3 Pro in an AI-generated city landscape

2,200 W motor and 899 Wh battery: Segway unveils two new flagship electric scooters

Segway unveiled two new electric scooter models on October 7: the off-road-capable Segway E-Kickscooter ZT3 MAX and the long-range Segway E-Kickscooter Ninebot MAX G3 Pro. At the same time, the manufacturer is aiming for greater transparency and has tightened its “range at top speed” testing mode.
Christian Hintze, 07 Oct 2026 19:27
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G review

Record-breaking battery life? Affordable Xiaomi smartphone with an 8,340 mAh battery in review

With its large silicon-carbon battery, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G promises tremendous endurance on paper. But how efficiently does Xiaomi’s Android phone perform in everyday use? Our Wi-Fi battery test provides the answer.
Marcus Herbrich, 07 Oct 2026 19:26
Mate 90 Pro Max with Building Block case

Ascend AI chips surpass Nvidia in China as Huawei weans off American tech

Huawei has bragged that it was able to wean off American technology, from chips to software. The process is gradual, though, and Huawei acknowledges challenges before the global export of its processors and operating system.
Daniel Zlatev, 07 Oct 2026 19:17
Jaguar Type 01 EV in the evening sun in front of a high wall

Jaguar Type 01 EV officially unveiled: The EV for Bond villains

Jaguar yesterday celebrated the world premiere of its Type 01 EV in New York. The new electric flagship is the first model following an aggressive brand relaunch and boldly pushes the design envelope with an extremely radical look. It is intended to usher Jaguar into its “all-electric future.”
Christian Hintze, 07 Oct 2026 18:55
Lucia and Jason, the two protagonists of GTA 6.

GTA 6 details: Red Dead Redemption 2 systems taken to the next level, physical intimacy, and more

A newly published interview with Rob Nelson has shed light on some of the systems in GTA 6 that will make the world feel real. A lot of the mechanics were inspired by Red Dead Redemption 2, including NPC interactions, appearance changes, and more.
Vineet Washington, 07 Oct 2026 18:55
An artist's illustration showing a star devouring a brown dwarf.

A star consuming a brown dwarf has been spotted by astronomers

Located in our Milky Way, a star is consuming a companion brown dwarf and accreting matter from it. And according to estimates made by astronomers, this phenomenon could still last for several billion years.
Alexis Stegmann, 07 Oct 2026 18:30
These games will be added to the service in the coming weeks.

Xbox announces 9 new games coming to Game Pass this month

Microsoft has announced the first Xbox Game Pass lineup for October 2026. The list includes Battlefield 6, Beyond These Stars, Forever Ago, and more.
Abdul Haddi, 07 Oct 2026 18:27
Marcus from Gears of War: E-Day shown

Gears of War: E-Day Steam player count reaches 31K, topping sales charts on release date

Interest in Gears of War: E-Day built as its release date unfolded. Peak concurrent Steam player counts reached over 31,000, easily beating earlier entries in the series. Sales of the Xbox console exclusive also impress both on Valve’s marketplace and physical storefronts.
Adam Corsetti, 07 Oct 2026 18:09
Tesla interconnected with the home

Finally, bidirectional charging: Tesla Model 3 and Model Y can now power your home

Tesla is now enabling Powershare Home Backup for the Model 3 and Model Y as well. This allows these vehicles to supply power from their batteries to a home during a power outage—similar to a stationary home energy storage system. However, there are some important limitations.
Christian Hintze, 07 Oct 2026 18:09
Grace Ashcroft, the protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem.

Resident Evil Requiem DLC info accidentally leaked by writer

Capcom had previously stated that they were focusing on Resident Evil Veronica, which meant that the story DLC for Resident Evil Requiem was on the back burner. Now, a writer for the game has shared some details about the upcoming DLC, but a release date is still unclear.
Vineet Washington, 07 Oct 2026 17:37
iPhone Duo: Developers can now submit optimized apps

Apple iPhone Duo: Developers can now submit optimized apps

Apple is now accepting apps for the iPhone Duo in the App Store. Apps that have not been adapted will appear with black borders on the large folding display, and screenshots for the foldable will be mandatory starting in April 2027. Here's what developers need to do now and what this means for buyers.
Jan Gruber, 07 Oct 2026 17:36
Apple vs. OpenAI: Preparations for the October 14 court hearing

Apple vs. OpenAI: Dispute over evidence ahead of October 14 hearing

Apple has accused OpenAI of violating court rules in a dispute over allegedly leaked trade secrets. Ahead of the October 14 preliminary injunction hearing, the dispute centers on deleted data, expert reports and what evidence the court will consider.
Jan Gruber, 07 Oct 2026 17:32
iPhone Duo dual PDF view

iPhone Duo takes on iPad tablets with dual page layout for reading PDF books

The upcoming iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable, apparently mimics a lot of the functionality that Apple had heretofore reserved for its iPad tablet line. While the iPhone Duo is not cheap, this could cannibalize some iPad sales.
Daniel Zlatev, 07 Oct 2026 17:25
Apple Watch front and back view

Apple Watch: Masimo patent dispute now costs Apple $818 million

A US federal judge has ordered Apple to pay an additional $184 million in interest in its patent dispute with Masimo. Combined with the jury's $634 million damages award, the total rises to roughly $818 million for a patent that expired in 2022.
Jan Gruber, 07 Oct 2026 17:16
Google graphic introducing EmbeddingGemma 2

Google AI Edge Foresight: Offline AI for meeting notes on Mac

Google is showcasing its new AI model called EmbeddingGemma 2 in an experimental Mac app. AI Edge Foresight listens to meetings, turns bullet points into complete notes and answers questions, with all data staying on the device. The model is available under the Apache 2.0 license and can be freely integrated into other apps.
Jan Gruber, 07 Oct 2026 17:09

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