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Image from the game Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

This cult video game license is back in 2D, more than 30 years after the previous title

More than 30 years after the release of the license's last 2D game, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound makes a stunning comeback on various platforms. Fans of retro games will be thrilled to relive their childhood memories.

Alexis Stegmann, 04 Aug 2025 18:12

The Ryzen Z2 Extreme-equipped MSI Claw A8 has yet to be available outside China. Pictured: the two gaming handhelds. (Image source: MSI - edited)

Ryzen Z2 Extreme takes on Intel Core Ultra 7 258V in gaming handheld performance showdown

Golden Pig Upgrade, a China-based reviewer, has put the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme version of the new MSI Claw against the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V variant of the gaming handheld. The former appears to be the winner in terms of performan...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Aug 2025 18:08

AOC's 10W1D e-ink tablet is targeted at students and professionals and costs around $250 in China (Image source: AOC)

AOC relaunches its 10W1D e-ink tablet for students and professionals at a lower price in China

The 10W1D with its 10.1-inch Carta e-paper display is positioned as an academic and professional productivity tool and was originally launched in March 2024. Featuring a rather modest Rockchip processor, it integrates AI-powered t...

Sovan Mandal, 04 Aug 2025 18:07

The Tank 4 is a rugged smartphone with a built-in projector (Image source: 8849)

This rugged smartphone comes equipped with a projector, night-vision camera and massive torchlight

The Tank 4 is a new rugged smartphone that promises both durability and entertainment – thanks to its built-in projector. It also features a night-vision camera, ideal for capturing images in low-light conditions.

Silvio Werner, 04 Aug 2025 18:02

Anthropic revokes OpenAI developer access to Claude models for contract breach (Image source: Anthropic)

Anthropic cuts OpenAI’s Claude API access over alleged terms-of-service breach

Anthropic has suspended OpenAI’s developer-level access to its Claude family of LLMs, alleging a breach of commercial terms after OpenAI engineers used Claude tools ahead of the GPT-5 launch.

Nathan Ali, 04 Aug 2025 18:02

Ugreen’s new Nexode 100W Charger (pictured) is now available. (Image source: Ugreen)

New Ugreen Nexode 100W Charger with retractable cable launches

Ugreen has released the Nexode 100W Charger with Retractable USB-C Cable in various markets globally. The accessory features three ports as well as an integrated USB-C cable, with a maximum combined power output of 90W. Plus, it i...

Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 17:03

Battlefield 6 soldier aiming an RPG at an attack helicopter. (Image source: EA)

Battlefield 6 frame rates, cross-play, MnK support for consoles explained

Battlefield 6 is bringing 60 FPS gameplay for all consoles, cross-play between consoles and PC, as well as mouse and keyboard support for console players. The game will release on October 10 with the open beta starting August 9, 1...

Vineet Washington, 04 Aug 2025 16:32

EcoFlow’s Trail 300 DC power station (pictured) is now available. (Image source: EcoFlow)

EcoFlow Trail 300 DC compact power station now available

The EcoFlow Trail 300 DC (288Wh) Portable Power Station has been released in the US. It is currently available at a discounted price, with a free GaN charger. Plus, there are several bundles also on offer. This compact accessory o...

Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 16:11

The Casio MW-620H-1AV analog watch has an attractive sunray black dial (Image source: Casio)

Deal | Casio MW-620H-1AV watch with 100 m water resistance gets a substantial price cut on Amazon

Casio’s rugged MW-620H-1AV watch is now available at just $26.92, thanks to a significant 25% discount on its list price. The analog watch has a metallic-finished bezel, a sunray black dial, an LED light with afterglow, a 3-year b...

Abhinav Fating, 04 Aug 2025 16:08

LG’s CineBeam S projector (pictured) can be pre-ordered in some countries. (Image source: LG)

LG launches new CineBeam S Mini Ultra Short Throw Projector

LG has launched the CineBeam S Mini UST 4K Projector in markets worldwide. Currently available to pre-order in countries like the UK and Australia, this compact model features an RGB laser light source and an ultra short throw rat...

Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 16:03

Figure founder Brett Adock shows the 02 loading the washing machine. (Image source: Brett Adcock via X / formerly Twitter)

Humanoid robot that helps around the house: Figure 02 demonstrates laundry skills

When it comes to the mundane tasks humanoid robots might handle for us soon, the possibilities are broad. Doing laundry is probably high on many people's wish lists. Figure 02 shows a glimpse of how this could look in a video shar...

Marius Müller, 04 Aug 2025 15:59

Cyber extortion powered by AI: New ransomware uses chatbots to autonomously negotiate with victims (Image source: Mohamed Hassan on Pixabay)

AI-powered cyber extortion: New ransomware uses chatbots to negotiate with victims

The Global Group, an emerging ransomware platform, employs AI chatbots to automate extortion negotiations with targeted companies, marking a new era in AI-driven cybercrime. The spotlight is now on the rise of AI chatbot ransomwar...

Ulrich Mathey, 04 Aug 2025 15:59

Apple quietly builds its own generative-AI search engine

Apple has formed the Answers, Knowledge and Information (AKI) team to build a proprietary conversational search engine that crawls the web and delivers chat-based results.

Nathan Ali, 04 Aug 2025 15:54

The Nubia Z70S Ultra. (Image source: Nubia)

Nubia Z80 Ultra: Leak reveals key highlights including under-display camera and Snapdragon 8 Elite 2

Nubia is expected to launch a new flagship phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset. A new leak reveals key details about the upcoming device.

Huzefa Baloch, 04 Aug 2025 15:43

A confined cancer cell (pictured) - the magenta-colored mitochondria can be seen accumulating at the cyan-colored nuclear periphery and within nuclear indentations. (Image/caption source: Rito Ghose and Fabio Pezzano/Centro de Regulación Genómica)

How cancer cells find a way to stay alive when pushed to the limit

New research validates that cancer cells under compression trigger mitochondria near the nucleus to rapidly release ATP, helping DNA repair; observed in HeLa cells and linked to invasive tumor behavior in breast cancer patients.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Aug 2025 15:35

The Apple iPad is nearly impossible to repair, and expensive replacement parts make repairs less attractive. (Image source: iFixit)

Apple iPad: Overpriced spare parts intended to pressure customers into upgrading instead of repairing

Apple has been offering replacement parts for the iPad, iPad Air and iPad Pro for a few months now. However, independent repair providers claim that the parts are deliberately overpriced so that customers are forced to upgrade to ...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Aug 2025 15:29

AMD has two new Ryzen 9000 X3D CPUs lined up. Retail box of a 9000X3D CPU pictured (image source: AMD)

Upcoming AMD Ryzen 9000 CPU with dual 3D V-cache highlighted by new leak

A reliable X leaker has revealed some information about some new AMD Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs. One will have 8 CPU cores and 92 MB of L3 cache, while the other will come with 16 cores and 192 MB of L3 cache.

Anil Ganti, 04 Aug 2025 15:15

Watches of Switzerland store in Melbourne. Reference image (Image source: Watches of Switzerland)

Prices of Swiss watches could face a rise after the imposition of higher tariffs

The Trump administration announced a new change in tariff rates for certain countries, Switzerland included. From August 7, if no agreement is reached, the Central European nation would face a 39% tariff on exports, affecting indu...

Daniela Morales Soler, 04 Aug 2025 15:14

OnePlus is expected to move on from the 144 Hz displays offered in recent devices like the Ace 5 Ultra or Racing Edition. (Image source: OnePlus)

Xiaomi rumoured to join OnePlus in adopting 165 Hz OLED displays for future high-end smartphones

According to a new report, OnePlus is not the only Android OEM that will be adopting 165 Hz displays soon. Potentially rivalling the OnePlus Ace 6 and OnePlus 15R, Xiaomi is also now rumoured to be considering the same refresh rat...

Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 14:45

Tencent has open-sourced its Hunyuan AI model, releasing four compact open-source language models (Image source: Tencent)

Tencent unveils four compact open-source Hunyuan models with 0.5B, 1.8B, 4B and 7B parameters

Tencent has open-sourced its Hunyuan AI model, releasing four compact language models with 0.5 billion, 1.8 billion, 4 billion, and 7 billion parameters that can run on a single consumer GPU.

Nathan Ali, 04 Aug 2025 14:41

The HoverAir Aqua appears to offer much better waterproofing than its rivals. (Image source: HoverAir)

HoverAir: New DJI Neo drone rival teased with special waterproofing capabilities and built-in display

HoverAir has started teasing its next drone release. Seemingly arriving later this month, the HoverAir Aqua looks to be about the size of the DJI Neo but with a few tricks up its sleeve, including support for a new compact remote ...

Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 14:40

The Mix Flip 2 is one of two clamshell foldables to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mix Flip 3 could launch sooner than expected with special limited edition model

An early report suggests that Xiaomi is already working on the Mix Flip 3 as a future clamshell flagship smartphone. Not only is a special limited edition model rumoured, but an earlier than expected release is also on the cards.

Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 14:35

The Lenovo Legion R7000 has been unveiled in China (image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Legion R7000 (2025) gaming laptop launched in China with RTX 50 series GPU and Ryzen 7 H 255 CPU

Lenovo has released a new budget gaming laptop in China. The Legion R7000 comes with a 15.3-inch 1440p 165 Hz screen, 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage.

Anil Ganti, 04 Aug 2025 14:31

Sony is expected to replace the WF-1000XM5 before the year is out. (Image source: Sony - edited)

Sony trademarks mysterious 1000X series branding amid WF-1000XM6 rumours

Sony is expected to introduce two new 1000X devices this year. While it has released one as the WH-1000XM6, it is also believed to have the WF-1000XM6 for an official launch before the end of the year. In the meantime, curious new...

Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 14:31

Samsung does not offer the Desktop DM500THZ-AD9A globally. (Image source: Samsung)

Rumoured Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra benchmark sightings are possibly red herrings

Samsung is expected to return to its Galaxy Book series later this year with the release of the Galaxy Book6 Ultra. With that in mind, recent benchmark sightings were interpreted as early evidence of Samsung's next high-end laptop...

Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 14:26

The L90 hints at the six-seat configuration of the 3-row Model Y L (Image source: NIO)

Model Y L six-seater made redundant by NIO with cheaper 3-row Onvo L90 offering swappable battery

Tesla may have a hard time competing with the upcoming six-seat Model Y L version that offers longer wheelbase for the first time. While a new concept for Tesla, 3-row SUVs with six seats like the new NIO Onvo L90 will give the Mo...

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Aug 2025 14:21

Image of the game Starfield on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Starfield: Leaks claim certain players may get penalized

New information about the porting of Starfield to the PS5 has been leaked online. However, this does not bode well for players on this platform, who will have to wait several more months before they can play it.

Alexis Stegmann, 04 Aug 2025 14:14

iQOO claims that the Z10 Turbo Plus can achieve a score of 3,262,390 on AnTuTu. Pictured: a promo picture of the gaming phone. (Image source: iQOO - edited)

iQOO claims its new flagship gaming phone can deliver record-high AnTuTu score

The iQOO Z10 Turbo+ will launch in China on August 7, 2025, as a new flagship gaming phone with the Dimensity 9400+. Ahead of this imminent release, the company has teased that the device can offer a record-breaking AnTuTu score.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Aug 2025 14:12

The TRMNL X (pictured) is a larger smart e-ink display. (Image source: TRMNL)

New TRMNL X larger waterproof smart e-ink display launches

TRMNL has released a new smart e-ink display. The TRMNL X is a larger version of the original device, with a faster refresh rate and waterproof enclosure. It is designed to be used at home or in the office, with support for 2.4/5 ...

Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 12:55

Casio’s Edifice EFR-539DE-3A (pictured) and two other EFR-539DE models have been launched. (Image source: Casio)

Casio releases new Edifice 3D metal bezel watches in Europe

The Casio Edifice EFR-539DE-2AV, EFR-539DE-3AV and EFR-539DE-8AV watches have been released in several European countries. Each colorway features a prominent ion-plated aluminum bezel, with stainless steel casing and strap. Plus, ...

Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 12:55

The Asus TUF A15 gaming laptop is easier to carry than many of its peers thanks to 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs.) of weight. (Image source: Notebookcheck, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | RTX 4060-powered Asus TUF A15 is super affordable following 27% price cut

The Asus TUF A15 gaming laptop powered by an RTX 4060 laptop GPU, an 8-core Ryzen 7 7735HS CPU, 16 GB of DDR5 memory, and 512 GB of storage is currently enjoying a big $250 price cut at Staples. The laptop is a worthy entry-level ...

Fawad Murtaza, 04 Aug 2025 12:53

The new Mission to Earthphase - Moonshine Gold watch (pictured) has a moonphase indicator at the 2 o’clock subdial and an earthphase indicator at 10 o’clock. (Image source: Swatch)

New 'Mission to Earthphase' fuses Moonshine Gold and Snoopy in Swatch x Omega's latest watch

Swatch and Omega’s latest MoonSwatch, the Mission to Earthphase - Moonshine Gold, launches August 9 for one day only. It sports earth and moonphase indicators, Snoopy references, and a $380 price tag.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Aug 2025 12:44

The Casio Edifice EFS-S650DC-3A (pictured) is one of three watches in the new range. (Image source: Casio)

Casio Edifice ceramic bezel EFS-S650 watches now available in more countries

Casio has released the Edifice S650D watches in countries like the Netherlands and France. Already available in the UK, these analog timepieces feature a colored ceramic bezel as well as stainless steel casing and strap. Features ...

Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 12:18

The Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a Tensor chip and support for Find My Device. (Image source: Google)

Deal | Pixel Buds Pro 2 get slashed to $189 ahead of new color debut

For a limited time, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are down to under $200 on the Google Store and Amazon. The earbuds are also expected to get a new color when the Pixel 10 series launches.

Habeeb Onawole, 04 Aug 2025 12:15

Apple is reportedly developing a tandem OLED display for iPhones. (Image source: Apple, edited)

Apple iPhone may feature tandem OLED display in future, offering two major advantages

Following in the footsteps of the Apple iPad, the iPhone may also feature an advanced tandem OLED display, which would enable significantly higher screen brightness and lower power consumption. Apple is reportedly already in negot...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Aug 2025 12:14

Ugreen’s Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 67W (pictured) has arrived. (Image source: Ugreen, edited)

Ugreen launches more powerful Nexode Power Bank with integrated cable

Ugreen has released the Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 67W with integrated USB-C cable in some European countries. It arrives as a more powerful version of the Nexode Power Bank 45W. Features of the triple output accessory include a b...

Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 12:12

Circular Ring 2 now requires microtransactions, at least for select features. (Image source: Circular)

Circular Ring 2: Blood pressure and blood sugar analysis cost extra despite promises to do away with subscription fee

From the outset, Circular Ring 2 was heavily advertised as not requiring a subscription, which was intended to give it an edge over market leader Oura. Now it turns out that the ring's most exciting features are locked behind a pa...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Aug 2025 12:11

The Oukitel WP210 houses an 8,800 mAh battery in a relatively robust body. (Image source: GSMArena)

Robust smartphone with 8,800 mAh battery, Dimensity 8200 and 108 MP camera: Leak reveals Oukitel WP210

The Oukitel WP210 is expected to offer excellent value for money, combining a fast MediaTek Dimensity chip with a 108-MP main camera, a particularly large battery and a robust housing. The device is expected to launch soon for the...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Aug 2025 12:08

The Star Core Super AI Computer is available on Xiaomi Youpin at around $1,941. Pictured: a promo image of the mini PC. (Image source: Linglong)

Xiaomi intros new AMD Strix Halo mini PC through Youpin with discounted initial pricing

The "Star Core Super AI Computer" is a new mini PC offered by Xiaomi, and it features the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, a top-end option from the Strix Halo lineup. It's paired with 128 GB of RAM, and the crowdfunding price is around $1,...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Aug 2025 12:06

The Dimensity 9500 is expected to launch sometime in Septmeber 2025 (image source: MediaTek)

Dimensity 9500 GPU tipped to arrive with significant ray tracing performance improvements

A new leak from Weibo says the Dimensity 9500's GPU will offer notable ray tracing performance gains. Some unspecified titles will run at 100+ FPS as a result.

Anil Ganti, 04 Aug 2025 11:47

The Rogbid K1 smarwatch comes in three colors - pink, blue and black (pictured). (Image source: Rogbid)

Rogbid launches a kid-oriented 4G AMOLED smartwatch with 7-day battery, camera, and GPS for $69.99

Rogbid is entering the kids' smartwatch market with the K1, which comes with GPS tracking, 4G calls, an AMOLED display, and SOS support - priced at $69.99 for a limited time via the official store.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Aug 2025 11:45

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 10 weighs 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs.). (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 10 gaming laptop with RTX 5070 Ti and 165 Hz OLED display enjoys 31% price cut

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 10 gaming laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, and a 2.5K OLED display is now on sale for under $2,000. The discounted price is courtesy of massive savings afforded by stacking ...

Fawad Murtaza, 04 Aug 2025 10:57

8BitDo Rare 40th Anniversary controller with Xbox Series X and Series S consoles in the background. (Image Source: Official 8BitDo promotional poster)

8BitDo’s Xbox Rare 40th anniversary controller leaks early on Amazon

8BitDo’s upcoming Xbox controller, designed in collaboration with Rare, has leaked ahead of its official launch via an Amazon listing. Priced at $90, it includes features like hall effect joysticks, a golden metal D-pad, and an in...

Anmol Dubey, 04 Aug 2025 10:46

BMW sets out to beat Tesla Model Y as benchmark iX3 SUV offers longer range and Neue Klasse comforts

BMW is releasing a 2026 iX3 SUV with longer range and faster charging than the Tesla Model Y, but at comparable pricing. The new iX3 has an automated driving computer with 20x the processing power of its predecessor, too.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Aug 2025 10:14

Pictured: Scientist John Sandusky amid heliostats at the National Solar Thermal Test Facility, New Mexico. (Image source: Craig Fritz)

This researcher wants to use solar thermal mirrors to track space objects in the night sky

A Sandia Labs researcher has proposed using idle heliostat mirrors at night to detect asteroids and lost spacecraft by tracking frequency shifts in reflected starlight instead of using traditional imaging.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Aug 2025 09:30

Lip-Bu Tan (Image source: Intel corporation)

Cadence export violations cast shadow over Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan’s tenure

Cadence Design Systems has admitted to violating U.S. export control laws by selling chip design tools to Chinese military-linked entities during Lip-Bu Tan’s time as CEO. With Tan now leading Intel—and with no personal consequenc...

Sebastian Jankowski, 04 Aug 2025 09:23

The electric Volkswagen e-Transporter DoKa pickup truck (Image source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen’s Ford-based electric DoKa pickup truck is available for order

Volkswagen’s electric e-Transporter DoKa pickup truck is now available for order in Europe. The workhorse is based on Ford’s e-Transit chassis and starts at €52,208 (about $60,500).

David Odejide, 04 Aug 2025 08:57

Samsung has unveiled a new Odyssey G7 gaming monitor (image source: Samsung)

Odyssey G7 G75F: Samsung unveils 37-inch curved 4K gaming monitor

Samsung has listed the Odyssey G7 G75F gaming monitor on its Malaysian website. It has a curved 37-inch 4K VA panel with a refresh rate of 165 Hz.

Anil Ganti, 04 Aug 2025 08:51