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Qualcomm has confirmed what leaked customer letters already hinted at. During its Q3 2026 earnings call, CEO Cristiano Amon addressed the chipmaker's pricing plans directly, tying the move to broader cost pressures across the industry.

PlayStation is not wavering in the plan to transition physical games to digital. Sony has commented on its support for retailers in the years to come. Instead of offering another disc-less solution, the company will encourage more code-in-box titles like GTA 6.

Lenovo's business flagship ThinkPad X1 Carbon is now available in its 14th generation. We compare the current model with the X1 Carbon from 2019 (G7) and check the progress, which is sometimes smaller than you might expect, especially regarding the chassis.

Anthropic went back through 141,006 test runs and found three cases where Claude reached out of the test environment and broke into real company systems. One model built a malicious Python package and uploaded it to PyPI. Why the models thought they were still in a simulation, and what it means if you use Claude.

EA CEO Andrew Wilson received $38.6 million in fiscal 2026 compensation (305 times the median employee’s pay) as the company laid off staff across several Battlefield studios. An SEC filing also details his personal access to EA’s private jet and a potential exit package worth up to $125 million.

OpenAI has cut pricing across its GPT-5.6 lineup and introduced a new Fast mode for the API. The changes affect Luna and Terra, OpenAI's lower-cost tiers, and come alongside benchmark data comparing Luna's price-performance against models from Google, Anthropic, and other competitors.

More than 1,290 employees of OpenAI, Anthropic, Google DeepMind and Meta signed the open letter Pacing the Frontier on July 28. They want the US government to help build tools for a verifiable brake on AI development. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, OpenAI chief scientist Jakub Pachocki and Ilya Sutskever are among the signatories.

Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 uses a new chassis as well as efficient Panther Lake processors. An efficient IPS touchscreen enables impressive battery runtimes while excellent input devices and optional 5G connectivity ensure a great mobile working experience.

The chassis changes alone make the Laptop 13 Pro so much better than the older Laptop 13.5. Not only does it look more professional, but it feels stronger and of much higher quality.

Sony is reportedly planning to acquire a Japanese lens manufacturer for over $1.2 billion, which would allow the Japanese tech giant to expand its lens portfolio primarily with particularly fast zoom lenses, but also with several prime lenses.

Apple Upgrade is now live in the US. Users can now use the service to lease an iPhone, Mac, Apple Watch, or iPad for a monthly fee for a set term. At the end of the term, users can return the device they've leased and upgrade to something new. Framework apparently hates this system.

Former Nintendo of America employees Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang praised the integrity of leaders including Satoru Iwata and Shuntaro Furukawa, as well as the company’s emphasis on job security. However, they criticized Nintendo’s demanding pace, poor work-life balance, limited opportunities for advancement, and repetitive roles.

Apple has replaced the iPhone Upgrade Program with Apple Upgrade, a new US leasing service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. The Klarna-backed program offers flexible lease terms, upgrade options, and lower monthly payments starting at $11.99.

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.

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.

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.

LG has turned E Ink's Spectra 6 e-paper panel into a digital signage solution. Thanks to a large battery, the device can operate without an external power supply for weeks or even months. It runs webOS.

(Update: Zhan X is likely EliteBook X in China) The HP ZBook X 16 G2ig has been launched in China. It's available with Intel Panther Lake processors, with all SKUs featuring Nvidia RTX professional graphics. This sleek laptop also has 128GB RAM support and starts at CNY 12,999, which converts to about $1,920.

Lenovo offers its high-end business laptop ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 with IPS as well as OLED panels. This does not only change the image quality, but also battery runtimes, the thickness of the chassis as well as the weight. This is a bit of an issue, because the differences are not small.

Elon Musk is not the only one developing advanced humanoid robots for mass production. EV giant BYD is reportedly preparing to unveil its own bipedal AI robot. Called Xiao Di, the humanoid robot is expected to make its public debut in August and could soon serve as a sales assistant, presenting EVs at the Tesla rival's dealerships.

The new processor is largely a rebrand of last year's Ryzen AI 9 HX Pro 370 with no significant gains when it comes to CPU, GPU, or NPU performance.

The Lenovo Legion 5 has many attributes of a good gaming laptop, but also a good work laptop. However, one aspect of this device keeps it from ranking higher for a work device.

Ahead of the possible battery-powered Starlink Mini 2, SpaceX has dropped the price of the current Mini kit to its lowest ever. Not only that, but the dish is available on a cheap payment plan.

Apple is launching a new hardware subscription model for the iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and more. Kepler_L2 thinks that we can see the same model debut for the next-gen Xbox Project Helix and the Sony PlayStation 6.

Microsoft’s gaming systems experienced their best month for console sales in 2026. U.S. Circana data for June provides a glimpse at how consumers responded to the comeback for Xbox exclusive games. Buyers may also have acted before the August Series X|S price increase takes effect.

Garmin has announced not just one, but two acquisitions. Both platforms bring athletes and fitness trainers together and are funded by paid subscriptions, so these acquisitions could signal an expansion of Garmin Connect+.

Nvidia’s new Synthetic Video Detector helps media organizations identify AI-generated footage in real time, achieving up to 94% accuracy in internal testing, essentially helping solve a problem it has played a huge role in enabling.

The top-selling PlayStation Store titles demand more than $60. With the $100 GTA 6 Ultimate Edition ranking first, buyers are finding bonus content too tempting. Digital games are more profitable for publishers than PS5 discs, and Deluxe versions are particularly cost-effective.

The DRAM crisis is leading to disputes between memory and smartphone manufacturers. Oppo and Vivo are reported to have rejected Samsung’s latest price increase, while Xiaomi expects to be able to purchase memory at lower prices again before the end of the year.

A sobering forecast for market leader Samsung: Apple's expected entry into the foldable smartphone market is set to put significant pressure on the South Korean company. According to new market projections, Apple's first foldable iPhone could capture a 25% market share in 2026 in its very first year on sale. Samsung is expected to remain the market leader with its upcoming Galaxy Z8 series, but its lead is projected to shrink dramatically.

New sales data won’t cause Sony to second-guess reducing PS5 disc production in 2028. Including numbers after its announcement, U.S. buyers are not rallying to save physical games. Objectors hope to disrupt PlayStation marketing until the company reverses course.

Xpeng plans to begin the international rollout of its new AI-powered Next Generation Pilot (NGP) driver assistance system as early as 2027. The Chinese EV maker has now demonstrated the technology under real-world conditions in Munich's city traffic, showcasing its vision for the future of autonomous driving. Despite the advanced capabilities, it remains a Level 2 driver assistance system, meaning the driver must stay attentive at all times and retain full control of the vehicle.

With a nearly 100 Wh battery, an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, and a price of under $900, the GeekBook M16 offers plenty of features at an attractive price. Our review highlights where the 16-inch laptop excels, what its weaknesses are, and why its battery life, in particular, stands out.

GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen dismissed Sony’s planned 2028 exit from PlayStation disc production as irrelevant, noting that software now accounts for less than 12% of the retailer’s business. The company is increasingly relying on collectibles, retro hardware and resale products, a strategy Cohen says helped deliver record operating earnings in the first quarter of 2026.

The PlayStation Store is finally embracing local pricing in Latin America. Yet, the Sony marketplace will use higher-than-average exchange rates for digital games. Consequently, the GTA 6 pre-order price for the physical boxed version could be more affordable.

Trump Media will soon charge Wall Street firms up to $100,000 a month for millisecond-faster access to Truth Social posts via a new Truth API launching August 1, 2026, targeted towards algorithmic trading desks.

The Take-Two boss told shareholders that the planned GTA 6 release date is still November 19th. Even though the Rockstar title may produce record sales, GTA Online remains extremely profitable. GTA 6 pre-order estimates or a third trailer could appear before or during the August 7th earnings call.

Apple has raised iPhone prices in Japan by 8% to 11% across several models, likely in response to the yen’s sharp depreciation. The move follows recent Mac and iPad price increases but is not expected to extend to other markets unless Apple announces broader changes.

Official OnePlus blog posts now confirm it will end new product launches in Europe and North America, reaffirming continued investment in India and detailing a voluntary shift from OxygenOS to ColorOS for eligible existing devices.

OnePlus' exit from Europe and the U.S. is official, and OxygenOS is also being phased out. Existing OnePlus smartphones will still receive the software updates that have already been announced, but they will be switched over to ColorOS.

Global smartphone shipments have just recorded their weakest second-quarter showing since 2013, as memory shortages drive up prices and weaken demand for budget devices. Analysts expect component constraints and higher retail prices to weigh on the market through the rest of the year.

Prices for upcoming Xbox and PlayStation hardware may be more affordable than anticipated. One analysis believes that RAM costs will improve in time for the Project Helix and PS6 release dates. The new gaming systems will be vital to turn around the decline in console sales.

US electric vehicle sales are rebounding as gasoline prices soar to nearly $5 per gallon, though demand remains below last year’s levels. California is bolstering the recovery with rebates of up to $3,500 for eligible first-time EV buyers, including smaller incentives for qualifying used vehicles.

New York City will introduce “Click-to-Cancel” protections on October 1, requiring businesses to simplify subscription cancellations, disclose recurring-payment terms and outline all hidden fees upfront.

For photographers and videographers, an SD card reader is an essential feature. For most business users, however, it is no longer a deciding factor when buying a laptop. Using the Schenker Connect 15 as an example, we take a look at the transfer speeds you can typically expect from integrated card readers today and whether they are still fast enough for users who actually depend on them.

Global smartphone shipments dropped by 11% in the second quarter of 2026. Smartphone memory prices have surged as chip makers increasingly prioritize the lucrative AI data-center segment. Samsung and Apple are both handling the crisis remarkably well. By contrast, their Chinese competitors are heading downhill fast.