MSI has launched a global 40th anniversary giveaway. Eligible MSI Members can enter for a chance to win an RTX 5080 Vanguard Launch Edition GPU, a Modern 14S AI+ laptop, and limited-edition merchandise before August 31.

Lenovo is releasing a new 16-inch gaming laptop in China. The Lecoo Fighter 7000P pairs AMD's flagship Ryzen 9 8940HX Dragon Range Refresh CPU with an RTX 5060 GPU and 16 GB DDR5 RAM, a combination that should offer enough horsepower to handle modern games for just under $1,500.

The Ugreen Nexode Pro lineup is about to see another addition, and this time, it will be a 160W fast charger with a retractable cable. This new power adapter is set to launch on July 30, 2026, but ahead of the unveiling, its promo materials have leaked.

To combat scalpers, The Pokémon Company is introducing facial recognition at five Pokémon Card Stores in Japan. While many fans support the effort to curb scalping, the use of facial scans has also raised concerns about privacy.

Vivo has unveiled the T5e smartphone in India with an iPhone 17e-inspired design. It has a single 13 MP camera at the rear, which is complemented by an LED flash. The device features a 90 Hz LCD display, a 5 MP front camera, and a Unisoc T7227 chipset.

Initial reviews of the Framework Laptop 13 Pro are now online. Many outlets report that the Framework Laptop 13 Pro manages to improve upon the battery life of the non-Pro Framework Laptop 13 which, in some configurations, is rather weak by modern standards.

Asus has started selling the ROG Strix XG27UCMG gaming monitor in China. The 27-inch Fast IPS display costs CNY 3,499 (around $515) and features Asus' Triple Mode technology with refresh rates of up to 488 Hz.

The launch of the Apple MacBook Ultra is rapidly approaching. The first MacBook with an OLED touchscreen is expected to rely exclusively on panels from Samsung Display, with Apple planning to order 2.5 million units. LG Display and BOE are not expected to supply panels for the most expensive MacBook for the time being.

BYD is entering a 122 million strong market with a new form factor that is a first for its electric vehicles. The world's biggest EV maker is trying to crack the Japanese customer with the microcars they know and love.

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls hits PS5 and PC on August 6, 2026, bringing a shared-health 4v4 tag system, a 20-character roster, and a story mode written by comic veteran Kieron Gillen.

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is set to feature the largest world in the franchise's history. Rather than generating excitement, however, the record-breaking map size has left many fans feeling uneasy.

HKC is testing a prototype gaming monitor that can hit a staggering 1,300Hz refresh rate, taking the esports display race to a new extreme. It does that with triple-mode support, but pricing and release are still unknown.

The Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL are expected to feature even smaller batteries than their immediate predecessors, further widening the gap with their Chinese competitors, which continue to be equipped with ever-larger batteries. A new price leak reveals that one model in particular will be significantly more expensive.

With a user score that briefly reached 9.4, Splatoon Raiders even outperformed beloved Zelda and Pokémon classics on Metacritic. While players are praising its addictive gameplay loop, critics have been considerably less enthusiastic.

Kadokawa has announced a new free-to-play Konosuba 3D RPG coming to PC and mobile in 2026, featuring an all-new original story overseen by Natsume Akatsuki.

Recent leaks suggest that Nothing is developing its first smartwatch under its main brand. Expected to cost under $300, the wearable will reportedly feature the company's signature transparent design and target a more premium market segment than its existing CMF sub-brand devices.

Lenovo has confirmed the display specifications of its upcoming 5G-enabled Legion Y700 Infinite via its official Weibo account, highlighting a robust eye-protection suite and a high refresh rate.

ASRock has listed a Radeon RX 9050 Challenger with 4GB of GDDR6 memory and a 64-bit bus, cutting bandwidth and capacity in half compared with the already limited 8GB model. Aimed at cost-sensitive markets amid tighter memory supplies, the card’s pricing, availability, and power specifications remain unconfirmed.

Leaker Dusk Golem claims Capcom is planning a major story expansion for the Resident Evil Veronica remake, arriving around 2028 after Requiem's own DLC.

Microsoft is linking Windows volume activation to the TPM chip. This led to reports over the weekend that pirated versions of Windows 11 would soon stop working. The blog post from July 22 does not say that. KMS servers in companies are affected, not individual computers. What was actually announced and when it takes effect.

Honor has detailed the camera specs for its upcoming Robot Phone, which launches on August 12. The device features a 200MP main sensor on a miniaturized three-axis gimbal, paired with a 50MP ultra-wide and a 200MP periscope telephoto lens.

The OnePlus Pad 4 completely lacks a fingerprint sensor. There would be plenty of room for one in a 13.2-inch device weighing 675 grams, yet OnePlus has deliberately made this trade-off. And there are other shortcomings as well when it comes to features and security.

Leaked images reveal the Huawei nova 16 SE with an Honor Power 2-inspired design; the mid-range phone could debut at Huawei’s August 5 event.

The Minisforum MS-03, which was introduced in the global market earlier in July 2026, is now available to purchase. This Intel Panther Lake-powered mini PC has a discounted starting price of $759, and it's possible to equip it with 128GB of RAM.

Xiaomi has teased a "major new product" that will be unveiled at ChinaJoy 2026. Although its identity remains unconfirmed, it is expected to be a next-generation Redmi K100 series smartphone.

Garmin is rolling out a new software update for a wide range of smartwatches. Designed to resolve numerous bugs, the patch aims to significantly improve overall system stability and user experience. The beta firmware, version 23.185, is currently available for the Fenix 8 model series.

Lenovo has released a new 15-inch laptop. Launching globally, the Lenovo V15 Gen 7 features up to 32 GB of RAM, upgradeable storage and a choice of Intel Wildcat Lake processors. Lenovo has confirmed configurations and SKUs for dozens of countries, too.

Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser says studios should offer physical releases when players demand them, even as the industry increasingly shifts toward digital distribution. While acknowledging the convenience of downloads and updates, Houser maintains an affection for physical media and the sense of ownership it provides.

Anthropic's Claude AI assistant has come under renewed scrutiny after users discovered that some publicly shared conversations were appearing in Google search results. The incident has reignited concerns over how AI platforms communicate the extent of privacy and security of AI generated content.

Lenovo has finally launched its long-awaited Surface Pro rival globally. Confirming all regional SKUs in the process, the listing also reveals previously unknown details about the ThinkPad X13 Detachable Gen 1, too.

Halo: Campaign Evolved player counts during early access may signal an unexceptional launch. New Xbox numbers show how far it trails Forza Horizon 6 ahead of its release date. Steam data is also middling, but account and connectivity issues have slowed Microsoft’s remake.

Wallhack has been known primarily for its high-quality mouse pads and gaming accessories, but now the manufacturer is entering the highly competitive market for gaming mice and mechanical keyboards. The Wallhack K-001 and M-001 offer several interesting features.

As with the Mario franchise, Nintendo may soon unveil a logo to honor the Zelda 40th Anniversary. An insider expects the graphic to surface with Zelda-inspired hardware. Rumors suggest The Ocarina of Time remake, alongside a Switch 2 Pro controller and console, could ship in 2026.

PocketByte is an unusual gadget that combines a base module with a 2.8-inch display and an input module that can be swapped out. This allows PocketByte to be transformed into a retro handheld or a music player, among other things.

A new leak has provided extensive details about the Surface Laptop Ultra. Due to launch later this year, the MacBook Pro rival is due to arrive with an Nvidia RTX Spark chipset, up to 128 GB of RAM, and a 2,000-nit Mini LED display.

One ring to rule them all. In the world of smart rings, that’s the new RingConn Gen 3, which – thanks to a partnership with Warner Bros. – is now being marketed in conjunction with the cult fantasy series. The smart ring is said to stand out with a battery life of two weeks and a vibration motor.

Moonshot AI has released its Kimi K3 AI model weights for free. The 2.8T parameter model gives businesses, researchers, and AI enthusiasts access to a leading-edge AI model that eliminates the need to pay costly API fees that other top-ranked AI models require.

CXMT's entry was hailed by many in the gaming and server community as a savior and a stabilizing force in a market reeling from rising memory costs. It may prove to be neither of those things if current prices are a clue about its intentions.

Itel has launched two new power banks, the Zeno 10,000 mAh and the Zeno 20,000 mAh, in the Indian market. The former offers 22.5 W fast charging, while the latter supports 45 W. Both come with a built-in display, USB-C cable, and enhanced battery safety features.

Rockstar Games has confirmed that retail download codes for Grand Theft Auto VI will be strictly region-locked on PlayStation 5, a restriction that Xbox Series X|S players will entirely avoid. This limitation requires PS5 owners to perfectly match their PlayStation Network account region to the country where the code was purchased.

Insomniac Games' latest Marvel's Wolverine story trailer was supposed to get fans talking about Logan's brutal journey, Lady Deathstrike, and the game's September release. Instead, much of the conversation has shifted toward Sony's controversial move away from physical media, with perhaps their last physical disc release becoming the centerpiece of the debate.

The launch of the Suunto Race 3 and the more compact Suunto Race 3 S could be just around the corner, as the first hints about the next-generation running smartwatch have already been spotted on the official Suunto website.

European car buyers are increasingly going electric. BEVs and PHEVs now command a combined market share of more than 30%, surpassing gasoline- and diesel-only vehicles. Tesla and Chinese automakers such as BYD and Leapmotor are leading the surge, while German carmakers continue to lose significant market share.

A new solution to doomscrolling – Autonomous Key locks apps like TikTok or Instagram until they are unlocked with a plastic key, helping users develop healthier habits. An app tracks how often this key is used.