Leaks / Rumors

In a recent video, YouTuber eXtas1s has discussed a new x64 emulator that would allow Xbox games to run on Windows. It was also mentioned that the Xbox app might get a big picture mode, similar to the one found on Steam.

A pair of new OnePlus smartphones have leaked again online thanks to a high-profile leaker. While the company has not publicly commented on their release yet, Evan Blass has already obtained half a dozen promotional images showcasing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing Edition and OnePlus Ace 5 Extreme Edition ahead of schedule.

Early details about a new Anbernic gaming handheld have popped up online. An adjunct to the Xperia Play lookalike that emerged last week, the so-called Anbernic Slide takes elements of the PSP Go and Nintendo 3DS to deliver a unique-looking layout.

Epic Games will be giving away three games this week as part of its latest Mystery Game promotion. The penultimate giveaways of May 2025, this week's free games have already been subject to a fresh round of decoding by fans and leakers alike.

Casio's two new MR-G watches - the rubber-strap MRG-B2000RG-3AJR and the bracelet-equipped MRG-B2000BG-3AJR - have surfaced in Japanese listings at 385,000 yen (~$2,470) each, with a June 2025 release expected.

According to a new rumour, Samsung will be bringing across several thickness-saving innovations from the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition for this year's Galaxy Z Fold7. With a titanium backplate and the removal of a dedicated S Pen digitizer rumoured, the first alleged image of the future Oppo Find N5 rival has now turned up online, too.

The Neo10 Pro+ is thought to launch as iQoo's next Android smartphone with the brand's fastest 120W charging. It is now also slated to have the brand's latest high-capacity battery. The Neo10 Pro+ is also backed to launch with high-performance specs that include Qualcomm's top-of-the-line Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.

Even with recent remasters available, Lara Croft fans are anxious for a new Tomb Raider game. Crystal Dynamics may be searching for a strike team to work on a title revealed in 2022. These specialists commonly become involved after the bulk of game development is complete.

The up-to-date compact Android smartphone form factor is coming to the sub-flagship tier in the form of the Vivo S30 Pro Mini, according to the latest leaks. The device looks somewhat like the OnePlus 13s in its new alleged renders. Its display is also now projected to have some premium specs, while others fall behind somewhat.

Google's Android 16 is expected to adopt one of the more practical features of the Apple iPhone and also introduce a mode that effectively transforms Android smartphones on a Qi2 charger into a smart screen that can be used in many ways via widgets.

The iPhone 17 Air, focused on a slim design, is expected to launch later this year. A recent leak suggests the iPhone 17 Air may feature a battery capacity approximately 28% smaller than its direct competitor, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.

Infinix, the Chinese smartphone maker known for affordable phones, has reportedly mass produced the "thinnest curved screen phone" on the market per a known smartphone leaker. While we can't verify the claim, the Infinix Hot 60 Pro+ seems to be just as slim as the Galaxy S25 Edge.

iQoo is now thought to launch three new Android tablets at once later in 2025. Two of them might be intended to land as compelling alternatives to the latest Lenovo Legion Tab (or iPad Mini), while the third might be an even cheaper option with less premium Qualcomm silicon and a less compact display.

Casio’s summer G-Shock release for 2025, typically part of the "Love the Sea and the Earth" series, might be delayed. No official announcement has been made yet, but signs do point towards a shift.

Realme's next Android smartphone is now predicted to land as a challenger to the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro, with the name to match. The "Neo7 Turbo" is backed to have the newer MediaTek Dimensity 9400e chipset necessary to take the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 on, as well as faster charging than its putative Redmi rival.

According to a new leak, Xiaomi will launch a slew of new hardware later this month. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra with its 14-inch OLED and the Xiaomi 15S Pro will both star, alongside the company's all-new chipset and a new EV.

The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and Ace 5 Racing Edition are set to launch soon in China. Ahead of the release, a leak reveals the new design language of the phones.

MediaTek directly compared its latest premium chipset, the Dimensity 9400e, to both the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 at its launch event. Going by the revealed benchmark numbers, the Dimensity 9400e outperforms both chipsets handily, in both CPU and GPU tests.

Xiaomi's new self-developed chipset, XRing O1, has now seemingly made its first trip to Geekbench. The SoC stuns in the leaked benchmark listing, with scores not far away from Qualcomm's current-gen flagship, the Snapdragon 8 Elite.

A brand-new G-SHOCK model, GW-BX5600, has surfaced online with potential carbon fiber construction, Bluetooth, and Tough Solar. The square design likely means that the GW-B5600 is getting a modern successor.

OnePlus is set to launch two new Ace 5 models in China. A recent leak reveals key details of the Ultra model, highlighting its gaming-focused features.

Red Dead Redemption 2 might finally be coming to Nintendo's next console, Switch 2, according to multiple reports. A next-gen patch for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S could also be in the works.

Nothing Phone (3) will be the flagship following the Nothing Phone (3a)/(3a Pro) and the CMF Phone 2 Pro. It is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and come with a triple rear camera setup.

Anker appears to be rolling out a new version of the Prime 20,000mAh Power Bank (200W). It is identical to its predecessor, save for one upgrade, which would benefit users of some Samsung smartphones. The company has yet to officially announce the change, with the older specification still listed on its website.

A new leak has now provided further insight into Xiaomi's plans for its high-end tablets this year. Reportedly, two tablets are planned—one with a 14-inch screen, and the other a 12.5-inch model.

A new Geekbench listing effectively confirms which SoC the Galaxy S25 FE will launch with. It's the same chip that powered the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ variants globally.

The OnePlus 15 is expected to arrive later this year as the successor to the OnePlus 13. A recent leak reveals a potential camera configuration for the device.

New leaks propose that the curious winder lever on the upcoming Fujifilm X Half compact camera will be tied to one of the new camera's main selling points and the reason for its vertical sensor orientation.

According to a Qualcomm job listing, Microsoft may consider using Arm-based chips in a new Xbox console. While the hardware allows for more efficient performance, an insider thinks the change is unrealistic. Microsoft prefers the x86 architecture for a new handheld to ensure backward compatibility.

Noctua has once again teased a thermosiphon AIO CPU cooler that the company has been working on for a while. There are still questions about when the cooler will enter production, but it will seemingly launch in 2026.

The Galaxy S23 series of premium smartphones is now 2 years out of date; however, Samsung is already working on a major software update for the line, according to a new leak. It asserts that devices from the range have been spotted running an upcoming version of the OEM's One UI based on Android 16.

Apple's first foldable could be smaller than previously thought based on new leaked information. Citing a new engineering sample, Digital Chat Station reports that the future Galaxy Z Fold rival will mark the return of Touch ID to iPhones, too.

The Garmin Forerunner 970 has taken a step closer to being released. Having appeared last month on a Garmin support page, the long-awaited Forerunner 965 replacement has now surfaced on a retailer that reveals launch pricing, specs and a potential release window, too.

A new wave of clamshell gaming handhelds is on the horizon. With new details about the Powkiddy V90S having emerged earlier this week, there is now evidence that Miyoo has developed a smaller alternative called the Miyoo Mini Flip.

In just a few days, Huawei plans to unveil one of its most exciting foldable laptops to date. A teaser image offers a sneak peek at the design, while rumors indicate a powerful spec sheet for the MateBook Fold Ultimate.

It looks like Garmin has more up its sleeve for the Forerunner series this year than just the Forerunner 970 or Forerunner 975. Based on a a substantial set of leaks, Garmin is preparing to release the Forerunner 570 too, which has already been pictured in its retail box.

It seems that Xiaomi is not done with the Redmi Pad series just yet. Having introduced the Redmi Pad Pro and a more compact option last year, early evidence suggests that two versions are being developed with global releases in mind.

Sony is expected to introduce the WH-1000XM6 later today after releasing the Xperia 1 VII earlier this week. The long-awaited successor to the popular WF-1000XM5 has now been spotted too, thanks to none other than Sony itself.

After teasing some exciting details about Zen 7's new 3D Core, Moore's Law Is Dead has now revealed a plethora of new details. We now know the Zen 7's proposed CPU core variations, release date, IPC, and more. The leaker has also shared more about the new 3D Core.

South Korean media outlet Chosun reports Nintendo initially considered using Samsung's 5 nm node for the Switch 2, but ultimately settled for 8 nm. But, the console maker could still use the 5 nm node for a mid-cycle refresh later.

A new report from a South Korean media outlet states Nvidia might partner with Samsung Foundry in the coming weeks. Its 2 nm node could use used to manufacture an unnamed GPU.

Sony has accidentally revealed the colours, pricing and shipment dates for its long-awaited WH-1000XM5 successors ahead of time. While the Sony WH-1000XM6 will cost significantly more in Europe and the UK than its predecessor, Sony should start shipping its latest pair of over-ear wireless headphones by the end of the week.

Word on the grapevine claims Xiaomi is set to present an in-house chipset soon. According to a new leak, however, that chipset, "Xring", can be expected to deliver significantly worse performance than current-gen flagship silicon from Qualcomm and MediaTek.

TCL's China Star Optoelectronics Technology (CSOT) division asserts that its latest panel type can help make the more color-accurate screens to date, as it made from cutting-edge printed OLED. It is said to be available by mid-2025, and might debut in smartphones of various sizes later in the year.

Apple's iPhone design has not changed significantly since the iPhone 12 from 2020, and design adjustments for the iPhone 17 and iPhone 18 are expected to be minor. On the other hand, Apple is expected to develop a brand new design for the 20th anniversary of the iPhone.

RedMagic's next top-end Android gaming tablet is currently believed to be smaller than its last - however, that might not matter as it is also backed to be first of its line to debut with an OLED display. The Nova's successor is now also tipped to beat its Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 4 rival in terms of battery life.

Digital Foundry has provided the most complete list of Nintendo Switch 2 specs to date. Powered by a custom Nvidia T239 chip, CPU and GPU performance should dramatically improve over the previous handheld. Still, stingy memory allocation for gaming is raising some concerns.

Nvidia could release the RTX 5080 Super or RTX 5080 Ti at the end of this year, and the GPU could be the RTX 5090D replacement. The latter was banned in China and is said to be a downgraded version compared its original spec.

According to early reports, AMD is designing its 'Sound Wave' APUs specifically for Microsoft's 2026 Surface lineup. Likely replacing the Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 early next year, the so-called Surface Pro 12 and Surface Laptop 8 could be preceded by an upgraded version of the Surface Laptop Studio before the end of 2025, too.

It seems that Anbernic could soon be entering a new segment within the gaming handheld market. If an early rumour is accurate, then one of Anbernic's next gaming handhelds could return to the form factor forged by Sony Ericsson and the Xperia Play in the early 2010s.