While NBA 2K27 is the first game to officially utilize Nvidia's new DLSS 5, users have been experimenting with DLSS 5 for many days now. Some gamers have also added DLSS 5 to the RPCS3 PS3 emulator. The team behind RPCS3 is not too happy about it.

8BitDo has announced three new Designed-for-Xbox products with a cozy theme. The collection includes the Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard, the Retro R8 Mouse, and a new color for the Ultimate 3 Controller for Xbox.

The Google Pixel Watch 5 has just hit the market, and Google has already released a major software update for the smartwatch that significantly expands one-handed control, while Google Gemini now also works offline to control many features via voice commands.

Gameforge and Nordic Trolls open a worldwide Steam playtest for survival-adventure Under a Rock during the PVE Survival Crafting Fest. Here is how to request access.

Samsung has equipped its entry-level flagship phone with 25 W charging for the past six generations, and that doesn't seem likely to change with the Galaxy S27. According to a certification listing, the compact premium phone will launch next year with the slowest charging technology of all devices in its class.

Steal the phone number and the SMS codes come with it. Most people picture a forged ID at a shop counter. The route German investigators warn about runs through your online account at the carrier, a self-ordered eSIM and a phone call. What Telekom, Vodafone and O2 offer against it, and why one of those switches points the wrong way.

Anthropic has launched Claude Fable 5.1. Every paying customer sees it in the model picker, but not everyone is allowed to use it. On Pro it runs on paid usage credits, and on Max you hit a wall after half of your weekly limit. We checked the help pages against the announcement.

Seiko's Lukia Grow Liberty trio reaches Japanese retail on 9 October, capped at 2,000 pieces across three case shapes and three movements. The HEG004J and HEE007J each carry a flat ¥38,500 premium over the regular models they share a case with.

Dell has revealed the Dell 14S, a lightweight 14-inch laptop powered by Intel Core Series 3 Wildcat Lake processors. It comes with up to a 2.8K 120 Hz display, non-upgradable RAM, and a 61.2 Wh battery.

The number of OLED gaming monitors with RGB Stripe Tandem advantages keeps multiplying. At IFA 2026, Alienware is debuting a 32-inch 4K model that showcases the more efficient panel. The AW3226Q offers a 165 Hz refresh rate and connectivity that accommodates PC and console gamers.

Are you an iPhone user thinking about switching to Android? If so, the new, compact Oppo phone might be particularly interesting. Thanks to its interface for iOS data transfers, photos and videos can be transferred easily. However, our review of this compact premium smartphone reveals some shortcomings in its feature set.

Teclast has announced the T60 Mini for the Japanese market. The compact tablet offers 4G LTE connectivity and features a larger battery and a higher-resolution display than its predecessor.

Bluetti has launched the Elite 100 mini portable power station with a 10 ms switchover speed. It features a 1,004 Wh LiFePO₄ battery, a 700 W power output, AC + solar dual fast charging, and app-based controls. Plus, you can recharge the power station in four ways.

The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Detachable is now available in the US. Featuring a 13-inch 3:2 display with a 120Hz refresh rate, the new Surface Pro 12th Gen rival pairs Intel Panther Lake processors with 32GB RAM and weighs just 2.76 lbs, including its keyboard folio.

Promising to set new standards in urban mobility, a novel cargo e-bike pairs an innovative drive system with heavy-payload capability. Its manufacturer also touts a relatively high peak power output.

Timex has launched three Marlin Quartz references on steel bracelets, at $219 for the blue TW6A03800 and pink TW6A03900 and $239 for the gold-tone TW6A04000. All three are 34 mm with domed acrylic crystals and 30 m water resistance.

Android’s lock screen is supposed to keep your photos private, but WhatsApp’s video call screen can apparently get around that protection. There is no secret exploit or complicated hack involved, and the issue has already been reported to both Meta and Google.

Astell & Kern’s new PD5 digital audio player delivers ultra‑high‑resolution audio with eight Cirrus Logic DACs, supporting high-powered, balanced headphones with a wide 20 Hz–70 kHz frequency range, DSD256/PCM playback, Qobuz streaming, and 28‑hour battery life.

Seiko has announced four solar Speedtimer chronographs, the HBJ001 through HBJ004, running caliber V192 in a 41.4 mm steel case. They follow existing references a little too closely, with revised bezel markings and no pricing yet published.

Rixel’s compact titanium pry bar combines a six-bit rotating chamber with screwdrivers, wrenches, a box cutter, bottle opener, rulers and other everyday-carry functions. The Kickstarter campaign has already overshot its $3,000 goal by more than 1,000%, with shipping planned for December.

Polyend’s Keys prototype merges a mechanical computer keyboard with a MIDI controller, featuring dual-purpose piano keys, rotary controls, wireless connectivity and an aluminium design. However, it is still in development, so questions about its release date and complete feature set remain uncertain.

Outzac’s Beam Pump combines a 300 L/min electric inflator and a four-level LED lantern in a 78-g, USB-C rechargeable device designed for camping. Priced at $32, deliveries are planned for October 2026.

The interval between Gen 9 and Gen 10 Pokémon games may test the patience of Nintendo supporters. An insider has shared the Pokémon Winds and Waves release date month. Anticipated for fall 2027, fans have been waiting for an update on Game Freak's Switch 2 title.

The iPhone Ultra is just over a week away, and a lot of information about the foldable has been circulating, either through leaks or rumors. The latest is that the phone will come with MagSafe.

Citizen has unveiled the limited-edition Promaster Tsuno Chrono Racer AV0104-06W, a retro-inspired bullhead chronograph featuring a 44.5mm two-tone case, British-racing-green dial and solar-powered Caliber E210 with a 1/5-second flyback function.

The chances of 60 fps GTA 6 performance on current-gen consoles look bleak. Still, Moore’s Law Is Dead cited a report that Rockstar developers aren’t content with 30 fps. The podcaster expects the studio to optimize visuals enough to hit higher frame rates on the Xbox Series X, PS5, or PS5 Pro.

Available on Steam since April 10, 2024, The Planet Crafter is a survival crafting game featuring an open world, varied environments, and numerous gameplay mechanics. As a player, you’ll have to do everything you can to make these different worlds habitable for humans.

Citizen’s limited-edition Promaster Skyhawk A-T JY8144-50E pairs a bold 46mm cockpit-inspired design with an information-dense dial, aviation calculation scales and 200 meters of water resistance. The $995 watch is limited to 5,200 pieces worldwide and offers radio-controlled atomic timekeeping.

An Xbox Insider has revealed that the new disc-to-digital feature also supports digital games that have been delisted. The news has been well-received by Xbox fans who are looking forward to when the feature will finally be available to everyone.

Xiaomi has confirmed that one of its new budget smartwatches is set to receive a global release. Simultaneously, the company has released the Redmi Watch 6 Active in multiple markets. The new wearable has arrived in Europe with cheaper-than-expected pricing, too.

Lenovo is now selling a new desktop PC in the US. Built around Intel's Panther Lake architecture, the ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition also contains a strange display aimed at maximising vertical multitasking.

Sony’s latest speaker is designed to provide sound for a large party all on its own, as Sony has built three subwoofers and amplifiers with an output power of 2,150 watts into a speaker that is one meter tall and weighs 56 kilograms.

Sonos has just unveiled its next-gen Beam Ultra soundbar, Ace Ultra headphones and Sonos 27 operating system, marking its largest product push in years after a troubled app redesign. The new devices come with upgraded hardware, improved audio quality and tighter multi-room integration.

Razer has unveiled the Prio, a foldable USB-C gaming controller that packs a full-size control layout into a credit-card-sized design. It supports iPhone and Android devices and requires no pairing or separate battery.

Anker has released a new 20K Zolo Power Bank in China, designed to meet the 2026 safety standard. It has two built-in USB-C cables and supports up to 55W charging. For iPhone users, it can identify the connected model to optimize charging and even display updates in the Dynamic Island.

The Sonos Ace Ultra is official, and not only is it priced lower than the older Sonos Ace, but it’s also said to offer better sound, longer battery life, and a range of new features. The headphones can stream audio directly from a Sonos speaker via Wi-Fi.

Timex and Fender have launched a new three-model collection celebrating Fender’s 80th anniversary. The lineup includes a 41 mm automatic watch and two 37 mm quartz models, with design details inspired by the Telecaster and Stratocaster guitars.

Two new software updates have arrived for several Garmin smartwatches. The releases, known as version 9.08 and version 9.15, bring a range of bug fixes and improvements to users of three of the brand’s Approach golfing wearables.

Homey Portal controls lights, speakers, and even the air conditioner, and offers practical widgets, such as a timer or a weather app. The small, round gadget is designed to integrate seamlessly into a smart home controlled by a Homey Hub.

Anthbot’s R7 and R5 are brand-new robotic lawn mowers that come equipped with impressive features, including LiDAR and all-wheel drive. An optional trimmer arm is also available, designed to enable edge-to-edge cutting.

Sony has seemingly doubled down on its digital games license ownership discourse. In an ongoing court case, it has reportedly presented an interesting argument to defend its stance.

Lucid is recalling 27,185 Air electric sedans over faulty software-controlled fuses that may leave circuits energized and increase fire risk. An over-the-air update has repaired more than 20,000 vehicles, but owners are advised to park outside until their cars receive the fix.

After struggling to keep pace with Insta360 and others over the past few years, GoPro is now shifting its focus. Following an acquisition, the company plans to focus on military technology and AI data centers rather than action cameras.

Xbox Game Pass subscribers have until September 15 to play these 10 games before they leave the service. The outgoing batch includes several high-profile titles, including Cyberpunk 2077, Dead Cells, Frostpunk 2, and Deep Rock Galactic Survivor.

The Anker SafeCharge Pro+ has been released in China. This new charging accessory, designed primarily for Apple products, is compatible with the AVS protocol for dynamic fast charging. Plus, it has a compact design with folding pins.

Xbox has revealed the first wave of Game Pass additions for September 2026. Eight games are either joining or receiving major updates through September 15, including the day-one release of SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed.

Huawei sells high-quality hardware, but its tablets inevitably still lack Google services. For many users, this is a deal-breaker. But how much of a limitation is this really in everyday use?