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Asus has announced the launch of two powerful gaming monitors. Each features a 4K tandem RGB OLED display and supports an even higher refresh rate. The PG27UCWM and PG32UCWM are already available for order in Germany.

Meta has unveiled Muse Code, a new AI coding agent designed to help developers manage large and complex codebases more efficiently. The tool can automate software engineering tasks, debug code, and handle long-running workflows, marking Meta's latest push into AI-powered developer tools.

Samsung has become the first TV manufacturer to launch HDR10+ Advanced, rolling out across its 2026 TV lineup this month. Prime Video is the first streaming service supporting the format, delivering compatible titles globally starting August 2026.

Seiko has added blue (HBC008J) and black (HBC009J) dial options to its Alpinist Mechanical GMT line, sold only through Japan's core shop network. Same 6R54 movement and case as the global HBC007, releasing September 11 at 155,100 yen (~$983) each.

The Viture Pro 2 have been officially unveiled, and they stand as affordable XR glasses with a relatively lightweight design. Retailing for $299, the pair can be combined with the newly introduced Mobile Dock Mini, which costs $99.

Flyer presents a new premium e-bike crafted from modern materials, featuring a powerful mid-drive motor with an integrated gearbox and automatic shifting capabilities.

The Edo purple Seiko Selection HFL001P1 is the fourth colorway in Seiko's Rotocall digital lineup, back in production since October 2025. It's the line's priciest release yet at 83,600 yen for 4,000 pieces, releasing in Japan on October 9.

Dynabook has announced a new lineup of laptops launching in Japan this August. Powered by Intel Panther Lake processors, the lineup includes 13.3-inch and 14-inch models with user-replaceable batteries, with the lightest weighing just 899 g (1.98 lb).

Seiko's new wave of 145th anniversary limited editions trades gold and blue for Edo purple. Six watches are launching across Prospex, Presage, Astron, 5 Sports, and the Rotocall, with edition sizes running from 2,000 to 9,999 pieces. All arrive in October, priced from 63,800 JPY to 330,000 JPY.

The Aulumu aramid fiber cases for the Samsung Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra, and S26 Ultra smartphones offer protection against lens damage thanks to integrated, raised aluminum camera frames. A color-changing stripe indicates whether the phone is overheating.

BMX has unveiled the GaNsta Pixel 140W and 100W USB power supplies capable of powering up to four USB devices simultaneously. The power delivery status is displayed on the side pixel display. They come with AC plug adapters for travel use.

Lenovo has finally released one of its latest 14-inch laptops globally. Built around the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 platform, the IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14Q8Y11 boasts dual SSD slots and over 33 hours of battery life in a package that weighs around 1.4 kg.

One heat wave follows another, and chances are good that 2026 will be the hottest year on record. A Japanese fashion label is now adapting to this hot reality by equipping a classic shirt with two fans to prevent heat buildup and sweat stains.

MSI has unveiled the MAG 271KPD7, a new 27-inch gaming monitor that switches between a 5K 75 Hz mode and a WQHD 300 Hz mode. The Rapid IPS display also offers DisplayHDR 400, AI gaming features, and a built-in KVM switch.

Seiko’s 5 Sports Field GMT HDB001 and HDB002 are receiving a global release after debuting in Japan, with the duo now available in the UK, Europe, Australia, and Singapore. The automatic watches pair a 39.4mm case with a fixed 24-hour bezel, second-time-zone tracking, a 41-hour power reserve, and 100-meter water resistance.

Huawei has officially introduced the new MatePad Pro 12-inch in China. The tablet comes in standard and Enjoyment Edition models, featuring an OLED display, multiple color options, and a slim 4.7mm chassis.

The Huawei MateBook Pro S Privacy Screen Edition adds a Lingdun dual-pixel OLED panel that maintains full brightness in privacy mode—a claim Huawei directly contrasts with Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra implementation, which it says halves pixel output when privacy mode is active.

It has now been over a decade since Hideo Kojima parted ways with Konami and established himself as an independent developer with Kojima Productions. Since then, the studio has primarily developed Death Stranding and Death Stranding 2. To celebrate the tenth anniversary, Anicorn is now releasing a limited-edition watch.

Ayaneo has finally launched its Game Boy Advance-inspired handheld, the Konkr Pocket Advance. The horizontal handheld has a MediaTek chip, PS2 emulation capability, and can be pre-ordered now at a discounted price.

Sega is launching three stylish watches inspired by retro game consoles, ranging from the Sega Mega Drive to the Sega Saturn and the Sega Dreamcast. The watches, with their lovingly designed dials and metal bracelets, are now available for pre-order.

The Qidi Plus5 is a new enclosed 3D printer featuring a large build volume and multi-filament support. Designed to process engineering-grade materials, the model is built for producing particularly robust parts.

The latest full-frame lens from Light Lens Lab isn’t a copy of some retro lens, but rather of the Leica APO-Summicron-M 2/35 ASPH. The Chinese manufacturer aims to surpass the quality of the original – and at a significantly lower price.

The Seeed Studio reComputer Mini J5011 is a compact industrial PC featuring an NVIDIA Jetson module, extensive connectivity, and ultra-fast 10 GbE networking designed for edge AI workloads.

Huawei has expanded its smartphone lineup with the release of the Nova 16 SE during its summer product launch event in China. The device is powered by the Kirin 8020 chipset and features a highly durable IP69K rated build alongside a 6.84-inch 120Hz OLED display.

The Anbernic RG SP is a new, compact retro handheld available at an even lower price point. While it closely mirrors its classic design inspiration, several key hardware changes aim to enhance overall usability.

The Huawei Watch GT 7 is here, promising a battery life of up to 21 days, a 3,000-nit AMOLED display, and a wide range of features. With an NFC chip, a GPS module, and more than 110 sport modes, the smartwatch is marketed as a true all-rounder.

The Huawei Watch GT series is getting a new flagship model. With a titanium case, a 3,000-nit AMOLED display with sapphire glass, and comprehensive health features, including an ECG, the Huawei Watch GT 7 Pro offers impressive specifications.

The Huawei MateBook Pro S is one of the most exciting laptops of the year for frequent travelers, because despite its exceptionally bright 14.2-inch 3:2 display and decent battery capacity, the laptop weighs only 798 grams – one-third less than the Apple MacBook Air.

(Pricing, availability updated) The new Casio MTP-E740 proves budget-friendly watches don't have to play it safe. Its translucent dial, vibrant colors, and vintage-inspired design make it one of Casio's most eye-catching releases in recent months.

(Update: UK pricing has been added.) Casio's new G-Shock GD-350S is now official ahead of its global release later this month. The rugged digital watch stands out by offering vibration and flash alerts, a feature set that's becoming increasingly rare among modern G-Shocks.

HP has released a new 14-inch laptop. Available in the US, the new OmniBook 5 14 (AMD) combines modern Gorgon Point and Krackan Point 2 processors with up to 32 GB of RAM and a 1,100-nit OLED display that also supports a 120 Hz variable refresh rate.

Lenovo has released a new 17-inch laptop. Launching globally, the Lenovo V17 Gen 7 combines a choice of Intel Wildcat Lake processors with upgradeable RAM, upgradeable storage and a battery that lasts more than 14 hours in official tests.

Seiko’s new 5 Sports Field x Honda Motocompo Limited Edition pairs a compact 36.4mm case and vivid yellow, scooter-inspired dial with the reliable automatic 4R36 caliber. Limited to 8,000 numbered pieces, the HDB010 launches globally in September.

G-Shock x Undermycar's DW-5600UMC26-1DR has been announced for an August 6 drop in Seoul via Casio Dosan, Undermycar's store/site, and KREAM. Stealth all-black DW-5600, minimalist branding, leather presentation box. Standard 200 m WR case; price and quantity are undisclosed.

The Segway Ninebot Max G3 Plus electric scooter debuts with a 56‑mile range, 2,200W peak output, hydraulic suspension, and self‑sealing tires. The model offers integrated navigation, traction control, water resistance, and hands‑free unlocking.

Casio has officially launched the G-Steel GST-B1000 series watches in the UK. The G-Steel GST-B1000-1A and the GST-B1000-2A models come with practical features such as a stopwatch, countdown timer, Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, and Tough Solar charging. Plus, both models are now paired with a lightweight resin band.

Sony demonstrates that full-frame zoom lenses with long focal lengths don’t have to be heavy or expensive. While the brand-new FE 100–400 mm f/5.6–8 isn’t particularly fast, it is comparatively compact and affordable. Sony nevertheless promises fast autofocus, optical image stabilization, and sharp photos.

The Poco M8 Power joins the Poco M8 family sporting a large display and the biggest battery capacity of the series. With an advertised battery life of up to 3-days, it is also expected to receive four OS updates and security updates for 6 years.

Casio's compact Baby-G BG-169GD watches are now live for preorders in two colorways: black (-1JF) and white (-7JF), both ¥12,650 (roughly $80). They feature grunge-inspired matte finish, 200 m WR, world time, stopwatch, and day-counter tool. They ship in August 2026.

The MapFour Roam (ST) is a full-suspension SUV e-bike engineered for high-comfort touring. Available in both classic diamond and low-step-through frame variants, it combines front and rear air suspension with heavy-duty components to deliver maximum stability across diverse terrains.

Acer has introduced a new Predator Helios 10 Neo variant with Intel's Core Ultra 7 255HX processor and Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU. While it uses a lower-end CPU than the earlier model, the display, and cooling system stay the same.

With a clock and integrated ambient light, the ChargeUltra G4 multi-device charging station is designed primarily for bedside use. In addition to serving as an alarm clock, it can charge multiple devices simultaneously, including wirelessly.

Edifier's Airpulse A80V refines the year-old A80 with a redesigned mid-bass driver, an added 3.5mm AUX input and Savitech Hi-Fi USB decoding, while keeping the same ribbon tweeter and dual TAS5754M amplifier setup.

KLab and gumi have set August 6, 2026 as the worldwide launch date for My Hero Academia United Survival, moving the rogue-lite action game up from its original November window.

Asus has listed a new ROG Swift gaming monitor on its website. The 26.5-inch display pairs a QHD 500 Hz QD-OLED panel with a redesigned stand, a built-in tripod mount, and the latest OLED Care Pro features.

Oppo has officially launched the A7 Pro Max 5G, its first smartphone to pack a 10,000mAh battery, alongside the world's first Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset. The phone starts at 2,199 Yuan, or around $325, for the 8GB+128GB model, rising to 2,999 Yuan, or around $445, for the 12GB+512GB variant.

Casio's "Master in Horizon Gold" trio has been listed on Casio Intl. The Mudmaster GG-B100XMH-5A (¥60,500), Mudman GW-9500MH-5 (¥63,800), GravityMaster GR-B300H-5A (¥49,500) are now all official. Brown-and-gold cases confirm July's leak, pricing slightly lower than estimated.

TCL has launched the new Tab A1 Plus NxtPaper tablet in the US with a larger 10,000 mAh battery. The new entry-level tablet features a 12.2-inch screen, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, and a metal unibody design with IP54-rated splash and dust resistance.

Casio's G-Shock GMA-P2110B is officially listed on the company's international webste, with two monochrome black (-1A) and brown (-5A) octagonal watches. Bio-based resin, 200 m WR, 5730 module with world time, hand-shift feature. No price has been listed yet.

Seiko's new Initial D collab launches with a Keisuke Takahashi RX-7 FD3S chronograph, limited to 1,995 serialized pieces. Yellow dial, rotary-engine index, RedSuns branding. Priced at ¥65,780 via Premico, on sale now.