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Aug 14

The lobby of the Advanced Manufacturing Center at Houston

Apple opens Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston, Mac mini production begins later this year

Apple has opened a free manufacturing training hub in Houston within the facility set to begin producing the Mac mini, marking Apple's first U.S. production run for a consumer product in recent years.

Bùi Giang, 14 Aug 2026 00:32

The Tensor G6

The 2nm Google Tensor G6 rumor on the Pixel 11 was wrong all along

Google has confirmed the Tensor G6 chip powering its new Pixel 11 series is built on TSMC's N3P process, a refined 3nm node, putting to rest weeks of speculation that the chip would debut on TSMC's 2nm process.

Bùi Giang, 14 Aug 2026 00:00

Aug 13

Asus ProArt PZ14

Review verdict for the Asus ProArt PZ14 - Stylish all-rounder with an excellent screen and powerful CPU

The Asus ProArt PZ14 is a very slim multimedia convertible with strong CPU performance and an amazing 144 Hz OLED touchscreen, which offers very accurate color profiles. The GPU performance on the other hand is not great, which is falling behind the current rivals from Intel and AMD.

Andreas Osthoff, 13 Aug 2026 23:38

Anker 4-port GaN fast-charger drops to just under $56.

Deal | Anker 140-watt fast charger gets biggest-ever discount

Courtesy of an online sale, the very capable Anker 140W 4-port fast charger is now available with a substantial 30% discount. The charger features a total of three USB-C ports and one USB-A port, which should be plenty for most power users.

Sambit Saha, 13 Aug 2026 23:21

An image showing a battle in Age of Wonders: Planetfall.

Deal | With 79% positive reviews, this sci-fi strategy game is 75% off on Steam

Developed by Triumph Studios, Age of Wonders: Planetfall is a strategy game set in a futuristic universe where the goal is to expand your colonies and defeat your opponents. But there are several ways to achieve victory.

Alexis Stegmann, 13 Aug 2026 23:00

iPhone 17 Pro Max and Pro. The iPhone 18 lineup is unlikely to see any significant changes in design.

iPhone manufacturer says base iPhone 18 won't launch until 2027

Apple's iPhone 18 launch could be split into two stages, with Pegatron saying the Pro models are still on track for September while the standard version may be delayed until early 2027. Memory and chip shortages are reportedly behind the unusual schedule.

Andrew Sozinov, 13 Aug 2026 22:58

Lenovo Lecoo Air 14 2026

Lenovo announces new 14-inch laptop with Core 3, Core 5 and 16.8-hour battery life

Lenovo has added two new configurations to its Lecoo Air 14 2026 lineup with Intel Core 3 304 and Core 5 320 processors. Both versions have 12 GB of LPDDR5-5600 memory, while storage ranges from 512 GB to 1 TB. The 14-inch laptop weighs around 990 grams and supports up to 100 W USB-C charging.

Shahadat Ali, 13 Aug 2026 22:44

Soul's Remnant

New free-to-play MMORPG tops Steam charts with a decade of solo development behind it

A full MMORPG with 19 bosses, 200+ maps and a player-run auction house that runs on 2 GB of RAM — Soul's Remnant hit Steam early access on 13 August, free, built by one developer who only gained a second pair of hands last year (2025).

Anubhav Sharma, 13 Aug 2026 22:09

Epic Games Store announces next week's free game

Epic Games Store has revealed the next title users will be able to claim without spending anything. Starting August 20, Cardpocalypse will be free for a limited time.

Abdul Haddi, 13 Aug 2026 22:06

The Apple iPhone 17 outperforms older flagship models in the DxOMark camera analysis.

Apple iPhone 17 is tied with Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra on DxOMark’s camera leaderboard

The Apple iPhone 17 has caught up with the older but more expensive iPhone 16 Pro as well as the current Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in the DxOMark camera analysis, and ranks 20 places ahead of the iPhone 16 on the leaderboard. The upgrade to the 48 MP ultra-wide-angle camera, in particular, is paying off.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 21:43

Banner for Marvel's Wolverine with Logan shown

Marvel's Wolverine won't need PS5 Pro for 60 fps and ray tracing performance mode

Previews suggest that Marvel’s Wolverine performance will exceed expectations. Insomniac Games has clarified that the base PS5 console supports a 60 fps mode and ray tracing by default. On the first-party game’s release date, PSSR upscaling may further improve the graphics.

Adam Corsetti, 13 Aug 2026 21:43

The Steam Frame.

Game developer confirms Steam Frame's launch is "just around the corner"

Valve has yet to reveal the release date and price of the Steam Frame. However, the developer behind Gunman Contracts has claimed that the launch is now very close.

Abdul Haddi, 13 Aug 2026 21:12

The Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds are now available in Olive, matching the Pixel 11 series.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds get a new color but lose another

Google has released the Pixel Buds Pro 2 in a new color that matches the new Pixel 11 series. Unfortunately, the earbuds also lose one of the previously released colors. Google also announced a handful of new features are coming in a future update.

Habeeb Onawole, 13 Aug 2026 20:43

The DJI Osmo 360 II was officially unveiled in China and is available at the same price as its predecessor.

DJI Osmo 360 II officially launched with these 10 upgrades

After Insta360 unveiled the X6 worldwide just a few hours ago, DJI has now released its second rival in China, where the DJI Osmo 360 II is available starting today. A total of 10 new features compared to the first DJI Osmo 360 camera make the new DJI camera a thoroughly worthwhile upgrade.

Alexander Fagot, 13 Aug 2026 20:42

Amazon adds three new free games to Luna

Amazon has added three new games for Prime members to claim and download through Luna. The lineup includes Steelrising, Airship: Kingdoms Adrift, and Pyramids and Aliens: Escape Room.

Abdul Haddi, 13 Aug 2026 20:25

The Japanese variant of the Seiko Presage x Tradman's Bonsai HCC011J

Seiko's new Presage Classic "Bonsai" limited-edition: First hands-on images reveal 2 different casebacks

Hands-on images of Seiko's Presage x Tradman's Bonsai from Fratello and Hodinkee Japan show the Japanese HCC011J features collaboration branding across its sapphire caseback that the global HCC009J1 does not. The dial also shifts sharply with light.

Anubhav Sharma, 13 Aug 2026 20:24

The KTC M27P6S gaming monitor rocks a 4K IPS panel with 160 Hz refresh rate and 2,304 dimming zones.

This glossy mini LED gaming monitor with 2304 zones, 4K resolution rocks an exciting price tag

The KTC M27P6S gaming monitor sports a 4K IPS panel with 2,304 dimming zones and a peak 160 Hz refresh rate. The company also claims impressive color performance, with almost 99% coverage of the P3 color gamut.

Sambit Saha, 13 Aug 2026 20:11

Gemini 3.7 Flash arrives with faster coding, web development, and workflow automation.

Google launches Gemini 3.7 Flash, claims major leap in coding and AI agents

Google has launched Gemini 3.7 Flash, promising major gains in coding, web development, and AI agents. The new model also comes with significantly lower introductory pricing, making advanced AI workflows cheaper to run.

Andrew Sozinov, 13 Aug 2026 20:01

The Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra and F9 Pro are set to launch in Europe shortly.

Leak: Xiaomi Poco F9 Pro and Ultra start from €799 with 200 MP, 185 Hz, and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

With the Poco F9 Pro and the Poco F9 Ultra, Xiaomi is set to launch two affordable flagship models soon, which are expected to start at €799 in Europe. A comprehensive leak has already revealed the design, prices, and specifications in advance.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 19:52

RTX 5080 with a custom Gears of War: E-Day wrap.

Deal | Nvidia is giving away an RTX 5080

To celebrate the Gears of War: E-Day open beta, Nvidia has decided to host a special giveaway. The grand prize is an RTX 5080 Founders Edition with a custom wrap.

Abdul Haddi, 13 Aug 2026 19:51

The Lenovo ThinkPad X9-15p Gen 1 Aura Edition.

Lenovo ThinkPad X9-15 vs X9-15p laptop comparison: Cheaper or faster

Lenovo has two almost identical looking 15.3-inch ThinkPads: The Lenovo ThinkPad X9-15 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X9-15p. While they almost look identical, there is a clear winner here - though the price may convince you to pick the lesser model all the same.

Benjamin Herzig, 13 Aug 2026 19:49

The Pova 8 Pro in arc white colorway

Tecno launches new midrange smartphone with graphic chip and matrix display

Tecno has officially launched the Pova 8 Pro smartphone in the global markets. Tecno’s new midrange smartphone features a Matrix display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate chipset, a dedicated P1 graphic chip, and a 144 Hz AMOLED display. Plus, it comes in three color options, including white, green, and black.

Abhinav Fating, 13 Aug 2026 19:48

Razer unveils three-headed snake as limited-edition keycap

Razer is launching a strictly limited-edition, hand-painted keycap in the shape of a three-headed snake – though this expensive collector’s keycap is likely to sell out quickly when it goes on sale in just over a week.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 19:25

Ps5 liquid metal reapplication.

PS5 liquid metal gate: Turns out, no orientation is safe

A console and controller technician has shared his recent discovery about the PS5 liquid metal gate. He believes that the problem exists regardless of the orientation and calls it the worst console generation ever released.

Vineet Washington, 13 Aug 2026 19:18

iFixit's findings largely overlap with those of JerryRigEverything, but reaches different conclusions.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 earns disappointing rating in iFixit teardown

iFixit’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 teardown reveals a problem with fine particles. Together with difficult disassembly, fragile parts and limited replacement availability, Samsung’s newest foldable has been found wanting.

Jacob Fisher, 13 Aug 2026 19:06

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 halves the photo resolution when the temperature gets too high.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Ultra) cuts photo resolution in half due to heat wave

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (Ultra) often takes photos at a resolution of only 12 megapixels, even when set to 24 MP. Samsung has now explained the reasons for this behavior, and, unsurprisingly, the heat wave is also partly to blame for this issue.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 18:58

The Asus Googlebook CX9406 is expected to arrive with up to an 8-core CPU and 64 GB RAM.

More specs emerge: Asus Googlebook CX9406 laptop with fancy "Glowbar" light

More details have emerged regarding the upcoming Asus Googlebook (CX9406) laptop. Powered by Intel's Panther Lake CPUs with up to 64 GB of RAM, the new laptop is expected to launch later this year alongside similar offerings from Lenovo and Acer.

Sambit Saha, 13 Aug 2026 18:57

Map of Hammerfell province from The Elder Scrolls universe.

Elder Scrolls 6: Full game title may have just been confirmed

Bethesda has been extremely secretive about the next Elder Scrolls game. It is known that the title has been in development at least since 2018, but no one knew what it would be called until now.

Vineet Washington, 13 Aug 2026 18:26

The Enduro 3 is one of several smartwatches eligible to receive Beta Version 23.24.

Garmin rolls out new update for high-end smartwatches with multiple changes and improvements

Garmin is now offering a new update to many of its latest high-end smartwatches. Available globally as a free download, the new update addresses several outstanding issues and includes improvements specific to the Fenix 8 Pro and Tactix 8.

Alex Alderson, 13 Aug 2026 18:12

The four-bay ME Pro 470 starts at about $741 in China. Pictured: a promo picture highlighting the rated storage support.

Beelink launches refreshed 132TB ME Pro NAS with powerful AMD Gorgon Point APU

The 4-bay Beelink ME Pro NAS has been refreshed, and the new variant comes with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, a powerful Gorgon Point APU. It has a max rated capacity of 132TB, and the launch price is CNY 4,995, about $741.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Aug 2026 18:02

The 2026 Dell XPS 13 is one of the first laptops shipping with Intel Wildcat Lake for well under $1000

Our first Intel Core 5 320 Wildcat Lake benchmarks are in and they're.. okay

The entry-level Intel CPU gives off Atom vibes when it comes to performance, efficiency, and affordability.

Allen Ngo, 13 Aug 2026 17:52

Banner for The Duskbloods Switch 2 game shown

The Duskbloods previews may go live before network test, with 2026 release confirmed

The silence surrounding The Duskbloods has concerned some Switch 2 owners. The closed network test on August 21st will allow players to experience gameplay for the first time. A new leak hints that preview embargoes could expire on August 20th, offering hands-on impressions.

Adam Corsetti, 13 Aug 2026 17:31

The Legion Y700 Infinite will launch on August 25, 2026, in China. Pictured: a promo picture showing the back of the tablet.

Lenovo reveals more specs of new OLED Legion tablet ahead of imminent launch

The Legion Y700 Infinite will launch in China on August 25, 2026, which is around the corner. Right ahead of the event, Lenovo has revealed more specs of its new OLED gaming tablet.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Aug 2026 16:46

Matte black Razer Blade 16 gaming laptop open on a wooden desk displaying a high-contrast wallpaper, with a desk setup in the background.

Video | Is This the Ultimate Thin & Light Gaming Laptop? (Razer Blade 16 2026 Review)

Razer’s redesigned Blade 16 makes the jump to Intel’s Panther Lake Core Ultra 9 386H while squeezing up to 160W out of NVIDIA’s flagship RTX 5090 mobile GPU. In our video review, Alex tests how the ultra-compact 16-inch rig handles 1440p gaming, 4K DaVinci Resolve editing, and daily use with its upgraded 1,000-nit 240Hz OLED screen and Thunderbolt 5 support.

Alexander Wätzel, 13 Aug 2026 16:30

Video: Is This the Ultimate Thin & Light Gaming Laptop? (Razer Blade 16 2026 Review)

Video: Is This the Ultimate Thin & Light Gaming Laptop? (Razer Blade 16 2026 Review)

Notebookcheck’s review of the Razer Blade 16 (2026)! Alex tests Razer’s redesigned 16-inch ultraportable gaming laptop powered by Intel’s Panther Lake Core Ultra 9 386H CPU and NVIDIA’s flagship mobile RTX 5090 (160W TGP). We evaluate its 240Hz 1000-Nit QHD OLED display, Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, ...

Samsung is reportedly developing over-ear headphones with Galaxy branding.

Leak reveals Samsung Galaxy H1 over-ear headphones

The Apple AirPods Max 2 and the Sony WH-1000XM6 are set to face new competition soon, as Samsung is reportedly developing over-ear headphones called the Galaxy H1. The code in the official Samsung Galaxy Wearable app already provides clues about the design.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 16:19

The Snapdragon C

Qualcomm dusts off a 5 year old die for the new Snapdragon C

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon C repurposes the five year old Snapdragon 778G design with higher CPU and GPU clock speeds, but its projected performance remains far behind Apple’s MacBook Neo.

Bùi Giang, 13 Aug 2026 16:18

Casio, Seiko, and Citizen logos

Every Casio, Seiko, and Citizen watch launched in August so far: The ultimate roundup

Casio, Seiko and Citizen released more than 30 watch references in the first half of August. Casio's August 7 batch moved five lines to general sale in Japan, Seiko's 145th anniversary wave reached seven pieces plus three new Presage Classics, and Citizen brought new models, plus confirmed Western pricing on two Tsuyosa models.

Anubhav Sharma, 13 Aug 2026 16:13

The Apple iPhone Ultra may only be available in the U.S. at launch.

Apple iPhone Ultra said to be delayed by months, at least in some regions

The Apple iPhone Ultra might hit the market later than expected, at least in Europe and China. According to the latest rumors, supply chain issues are forcing Apple to stagger the launch of its first foldable iPhone.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 15:44

The Samsung Galaxy S26 doesn’t quite impress in DxOMark’s camera review.

Samsung Galaxy S26 trails Apple iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 8 in DxOMark camera analysis

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is marketed as a compact flagship smartphone. However, the device’s cameras cannot even keep up with significantly older competitors such as the Google Pixel 8 or the Apple iPhone 16, as shown by DxOMark’s in-depth analysis.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 15:14

Xiaomi 17T Review

One of the best mid-range camera smartphones of 2026 | Xiaomi 17T in review

In our review, the Xiaomi 17T impresses with strong photo quality. However, the real hidden star among the Leica‑branded cameras isn’t the Light Hunter 800 sensor. We took the Xiaomi phone on a field trip and compared its 50‑MP camera shots with those from the flagship Oppo Find X9 Ultra, using the latter as our reference point.

Marcus Herbrich, 13 Aug 2026 15:12

The Nuride Hybrid One11 is a new SUV e-bike

Carbon frame, 120 Nm and 800 Wh: Cube unveils versatile e-bike

Cube is offering a new and particularly versatile e-bike. It features front and rear suspension and comes fully equipped. The Nuride Hybrid One11 is also available in a variety of colors.

Silvio Werner, 13 Aug 2026 15:00

Victoria II is 75% off on Steam until August 17.

Deal | This 92% positive economic grand strategy classic is under $5 on Steam right now

Those who enjoy managing more than just armies in strategy games will find plenty to keep them busy in Victoria II. Economics, politics, population, diplomacy and industrialization are closely intertwined, making the grand strategy classic interesting even 16 years after its release. The game is currently 75% off on Steam for $4.99.

Marius Müller, 13 Aug 2026 14:44

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is said to be a success, despite its controversial AI features.

Xperia 1 VIII said to be a success, Sony comments on controversial AI feature and price

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII was not without controversy, as the flagship smartphone not only became significantly more expensive, but features such as the AI camera assistant were also sharply criticized by fans. The smartphone is nonetheless a success, as Sony reveals in an interview, in which it also defends the controversial AI feature.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 14:30

Hogwarts Legacy is officially getting a sequel. Among other things, fans are hoping for more classes, meaningful choices and Quidditch.

Hogwarts Legacy 2 is finally official – and fans know exactly what they want

Warner Bros. Discovery has finally officially confirmed that a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy is planned. While concrete details about the game are still missing, fans on Reddit are already actively discussing what they want from the sequel.

Marius Müller, 13 Aug 2026 14:28

Promotional image for Mafia Definitive Edition.

Mafia Definitive Edition reportedly coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S as official ESRB rating surfaces

While Hangar 13 and 2K Games have not officially announced a PS5 and Xbox Series X|S version of Mafia Definitive Edition, a new rating for the game has appeared on the ESRB website.

Abdul Haddi, 13 Aug 2026 14:13

Steam Machine has an RX 7600M-adjacent GPU.

Steam Machine GPU mod supercharges console's gaming performance

YouTuber ETA Prime managed to considerably increase the performance of the Valve Steam Machine by connecting a desktop AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT to the console. The result of the mod was that the Steam Machine could play AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 at 4K.

Fawad Murtaza, 13 Aug 2026 14:01

HyperOS 4 beta program will start on August 14, 2026, in China. Pictured: a promo picture for the update.

Xiaomi reveals first batch of devices eligible for HyperOS 4 beta update

HyperOS 4 is now official, and as usual, Xiaomi will carry out beta testing with the firmware first. Among all, eight devices are set to receive the Android 17 update on August 14, 2026, and the company has also revealed the other eligible models for the first batch.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Aug 2026 13:55

The Pixel Watch 4 will receive one of the new Emergency SOS features from the Pixel Watch 5.

Google Pixel Watch 4 gets potentially life-saving feature from the Pixel Watch 5

The Google Pixel Watch 5 offers only a few hardware updates, but along with the smartwatch, Google has introduced a new health feature that has the potential to save lives. This feature is now also available on the older Pixel Watch 4.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Aug 2026 13:49

An artwork released alongside the Extended Look announcement could contain clues about a mission in GTA 6.

GTA 6: Fans believe they know what the big Netflix special will reveal

Fans suspect that the artwork released alongside the announcement may already offer a clue as to what Rockstar will show during the Extended Look on Netflix.

Marius Müller, 13 Aug 2026 13:43

Illustrative image: This is probably not what Zepp Health’s solar-powered smartwatch will look like

Garmin-style solar smartwatch: Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar with two displays or solar cells?

Zepp Health is working on a solar-powered smartwatch - a development that can now be considered virtually confirmed. Early details already reveal several clues about the upcoming wearable.

Silvio Werner, 13 Aug 2026 13:36

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