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Xiaomi has confirmed that its latest compact tablet will launch globally. Running Android 16 out of the box and available with optional cellular connectivity, the Redmi Pad 2 9.7 also features a 120 Hz display and a 7,600 mAh battery within its small housing.

Nvidia has finally announced a new version of the GeForce RTX 5070. Equipped with 3 GB GDDR7 memory modules, the new laptop GPU bridges the gap between the existing RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti. XMG warns that the RTX 5070 12 GB will cost almost as much as existing RTX 5070 Ti options.

Lumia 2 is a new smart wearable designed to monitor blood flow to the head alongside sleep and temperature trends. The earrings are launching in the U.S. and Canada first, and are currently open for reservations.

DJI has released new wireless microphone hardware globally. Despite being approved for sale in the US, DJI states that it has no plans to release the Mic Mini 2 there to replace the Mic Mini.

Xiaomi has released a new budget-focused smartphone with a large display. The Poco C81 Pro features a Unisoc T7250 chipset, a 120 Hz LCD display, a dual rear camera setup, and a decent 6,000 mAh battery with 15 W wired charging. Plus, it is available in black, gold, and green color options.

Targeting home servers, umbrelOS 1.7.0 comes with home screen shortcuts, a built-in text editor, and advanced networking controls, as well as no less than 17 new language translations. Like previous versions, this new release also sports a web-based user interface and an online app store.

Updated: Xiaomi is now selling its new tablet in Malaysia. Xiaomi has quietly released a new affordable tablet internationally. Also relatively compact thanks to its 9.7-inch display, the Redmi Pad 2 9.7 comes with a large battery and optional cellular connectivity too.

Citizen has launched the $1,500 Attesa x The Mandalorian “Beskar” (AT8385-55E), a 42mm limited-edition chronograph that channels the franchise’s near-indestructible metal using Super Titanium. The watch is powered by Eco-Drive H800 movement and is limited to just 100 units worldwide.

Inllie has launched two elegantly designed smart bracelets, namely, the Luna Core and the Sense Core. Both fitness bands have a stainless steel build with a zinc alloy and epoxy resin case. The wearables feature advanced health tracking features such as heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen and stress tracking, and female cycle monitoring.

Govee has launched a smart ceiling light that can display pixel art. At launch, it is available with a $50 discount.

The Odyssey G8 (G80HF) is a new gaming monitor that delivers a 5K resolution across its 27-inch panel. Also boasting up to a 330 Hz refresh rate, Samsung's latest gaming monitor is already available to purchase in some markets, too.

The Odyssey G8 (G80HS) is a new 32-inch gaming monitor that makes use of Dual Mode technology to run at up to 330 Hz while still operating at 3K. Samsung's new release is also the first 6K gaming monitor, for which it has included a UHBR20-capable DisplayPort 2.1 connection.

Citizen has officially launched the Star Wars Duel 2.0 watch in the UK market. Priced at £249, the 42mm Eco-Drive timepiece features a Cloud City duel design and luminous lightsaber accents. It is expectedly slated for a mid-2026 release in other markets, like the US.

Vivo has released a new mid-range smartphone with a mammoth battery capacity. Priced from ~$305 in China, the Vivo Y600 Pro also features a 50 MP rear camera, up to 12 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz display.

Vivo has launched the new Y500s smartphone in China with a large 7,200 mAh battery. The smartphone has a dual-camera setup, an LCD panel, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, and IP68 and IP69 ingress protection. Plus, the company also unveiled the Y600 Pro smartphone with a massive 10,200 mAh battery.

A robot vacuum and mop that is virtually invisible as long as it is not cleaning floors - this is how Bosch, in collaboration with Ecovacs, wants to upgrade conventional kitchens in the future. With fresh and waste water connections, maintenance should be significantly simplified.

The Leica M-A rangefinder camera is being reissued as a strictly limited version with a hammertone finish. This finish gives the 35 mm camera, which has no battery at all, a particularly eye-catching look, but the camera is only available in Japan.

Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred launches tonight at 4:00 PM PDT / 7:00 PM EDT with the Skovos region, Paladin and Warlock classes, Horadric Cube, War Plans, and a level cap increase to 70.

CookieRun: OvenSmash adds Espresso Cookie, a new Wild Royale 2v2 Duo mode, Neo Seoul costumes, and a guaranteed Lucky Draw event in its latest update.

FIFA Heroes has slipped past its April 28 release date to May 2026. The 5v5 arcade football game remains in early access ahead of a full global rollout.

Microsoft is rolling out new Windows 11 update controls that let Insiders pause updates with no set limit and always choose to shut down without installing.

The Morefine G2 is a new eGPU that sports both Thunderbolt 5 and OCuLink interfaces. It features the desktop Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, which is paired with a capable cooler. The pre-order price is $1,099.

The LincStation E1 is a new NAS from LincPlus. Even though it features a compact form factor, it brings support for up to 76TB of storage. It runs on LicOS, is powered by a Rockchip SoC, and has a super early bird price of $129.

Axial’s new 1/24 scale Chevrolet C10 crawler launches May 6 for $149.99. The kit features a modular grill system covering 1967-1972 models alongside major suspension and drivetrain upgrades.

Genshin Impact Version 7.0 launches August 12, 2026, with Snezhnaya confirmed, new Elemental Reactions, a train network, NPC behavior overhaul, and a full visual upgrade.

Xgimi Japan has opened its Makuake crowdfunding campaign for the Elfin Flip 4K and Flip Laser projectors. The slim projectors measure less than 8 cm (~3 in.) when folded, enabling convenient storage in bookshelves when space is at a premium. Both offer 1,600 ISO lumens of brightness and 7W Harman Kardon speakers.

OpenAI GPT 5.5 and 5.5 Pro have launched with enhanced intelligence and greater cybersecurity threats, requiring enhanced safeguards. Versus Claude Opus 4.7, GPT 5.5 / 5.5 Pro demonstrates better tool use, hacking skills, academic problem solving, and abstract reasoning.

A new and compact board is designed for IoT projects and supports external sensors and actuators. There is even a GNSS module, allowing the position to be recorded accordingly.

The D35Pro is a new drone that is now available on Amazon in some countries. It also comes with GPS and, depending on the version, ships with a controller with a screen. Its low price should also make the model well suited for beginners in particular.

A new docking solution promises to drive up to three high-resolution monitors while also offering fast data transfers. Memory cards are supported as well, and the 12-in-1 docking station is still available at a discount for anyone who is not a risk-averse customer.

A new smartwatch supposedly offers a fairly innovative approach to controls. The wearable also features lighting and a comparatively high-capacity battery.

Lenovo has started selling a new lightweight 14-inch in the US. Fully redesigned from last year, the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition combines Intel Panther Lake with a modular chassis, a haptic trackpad and a 120 Hz VRR OLED display.

A new projector series is now available at a substantial discount, aiming to stand out with exceptionally high-contrast visuals. The 4K projectors also feature a flexible projection ratio for versatile setup options.

Vivo has introduced the Y6 5G smartphone in China. The budget-range smartphone features a 120 Hz LCD screen, a 50 MP rear camera, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset and a large 7,200 mAh battery with 44 W wired charging support. The device is now available in China via Vivo’s official website.

The Sennheiser HD 480 Pro closed-back headphones are designed for accuracy in audio reproduction, with high clarity of sonic details, making them suitable for music production, tracking, and monitoring. They are designed for hours of comfortable wear, and the cables and cushions can be replaced.

Honor has announced a pair of affordable over-ear headphones packed with features. The Honor Choice Codeler Headphones 2 have ANC, spatial audio, LDAC support, up to 3 days of battery life, and a price tag equivalent to $58.

Casio’s new G-Lide GBX-H5600-1 and GBX-H5600-2 surf watches add an optical heart-rate sensor with blood-oxygen readings while retaining the square, translucent GBX-100-inspired design and sunlight-readable MIP display. The pair launches in Japan in May for ¥44,000, with global availability yet to be announced.

Xiaomi has released its new Mijia Air Conditioner Eco in one European country. This new smart home appliance comes in four versions, each offering an energy-saving feature. Remote control options include the brand’s app and Google Assistant voice commands.

The Honor MagicPad 3 Pro 12.3 has been launched in China. Compared to the 13.3-inch version, it's compact, but that comes with notable compromises. The OLED display, however, can make up for those. Its starting launch price is CNY 3,999, around $586.

The latest gaming laptop from Honor cools an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU with six fans, which means that the notebook should run extremely quietly even when gaming.

Solar lights can avoid excess cabling while reducing electrical bills. The Govee Outdoor Solar String Lights produce 50 lumens per bulb and shine for up to 13 hours without recharging. RGBICW technology allows them to mirror the multi-color patterns of the brand’s other products.

DJI has introduced a new drone series. The two models, the Lito X1 and Lito 1, are specifically designed for beginners and feature obstacle detection. While the camera systems differ, both drones are capable of recording 4K video.

MSI has finally released its latest 34-inch OLED monitor internationally. Featuring a 5th Gen Tandem QD-OLED panel, the MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 combines DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1 and USB Type-C ports with up to 1,300 nits peak brightness in HDR mode.

Lenovo has expanded the availability of a new 14-inch ThinkPad to North America. Available with up to 64 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz VRR OLED display, the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition also features a haptic touchpad and a 360-degree hinge with a choice of four Intel Panther Lake processors.

Ubisoft Montreal reassigns Alterra development team as the company shifts focus to the worldwide reveal of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced.

Although a minor update, Mauna Linux 25.2 comes with quite a few changes. The list includes updated firmware packages, OnlyOffice 9.3.1, GIMP 3.2.2, and Calamares 3.4.2, as well as updated system apps, all on top of an up-to-date Debian 13.4 Trixie base with the 6.12.73/6.17.8 AHE kernels.

MSI has released another 32-inch gaming monitor based on 4th Gen QD-OLED panel technology. Capable of up to 300 nits SDR peak brightness, the MPG 322UR X24 also features an 80 Gbps DisplayPort connection and a USB Type-C port capable of recharging devices at up to 98 W.

Infinity Nikki Version 2.5 Where All Souls Return is live today on iOS, Android, PC, and PS5, adding the Boneyard region, new Ability Outfits, and PS5 Pro visual enhancements.

Vaio has released updated Vaio SX14-R (VJS4R2) ultralight laptops, with Intel Ultra Series 3 processors. The sub-1kg laptops feature faster CPUs and SSDs, enhanced CoPilot+ AI performance, and carbon fiber bodies.