Notebookcheck Logo

Latest Tech News

Breaking news, developing stories, insightful articles, and thought-provoking columns about laptops, smartphones, gaming, CPUs, GPUs, and anything related to tech. The latest tech news is also available via Notebookcheck's RSS feed.

    settings restrict
Page Type
Restrict articles to display by Page Type. Each article only falls under one Page Type category.
, , , , , , ,
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,    
Tags
Restrict articles to display by their associated tags. Articles can have multiple tags and can be further restricted with the "and" or search relation.
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,    
Search
Search by article title: 
additional restrictions: News, Columns
Jun 30
Four Citizen Promaster Marine dive watches in white, black, blue, and orange colorways displayed on rocks by the seaside.

Citizen debuts four new Promaster Marine divers with fresh colors and a new Eco-Drive Caliber E118

Citizen has refreshed its Promaster Marine lineup with four new dive watches that combine a compact 40.6mm case, updated Eco-Drive movement, and fresh color options. The collection is set to go on sale on July 16.
Kristen Spradlin, 30 Jun 2026 23:55
Dolphin's new update finally adds fixed HDR bloom effects at higher resolutions.

Dolphin Emulator fixes high-resolution Bloom effects

The latest Dolphin Progress Report discloses numerous improvements made to Dolphin Emulator, with the devs "working overtime" for a delayed but extensive reveal of new features.
Christopher Harper, 30 Jun 2026 23:40
An image showing a duel between two heroes in A Total War Saga: Troy.

Deal | Loved by 71% of players, this turn-based strategy game inspired by the Trojan War is 80% off on Steam

A Total War Saga: Troy is a turn-based strategy game set during the Trojan War, in which you must raise armies and face different factions. But you'll also need to expand your kingdom while managing your resources.
Alexis Stegmann, 30 Jun 2026 23:02
The Motorola Tag 2 is now available in the U.S.

Moto Tag 2 now available for purchase in the U.S. after global launch

Motorola has brought its Tag 2 tracker to the U.S. following a launch in the UK and markets in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and the Asia-Pacific in previous months.
Michael Allison, 30 Jun 2026 22:51
Sony is adding a gaming mode to the WH-1000X The ColleXion.

Sony WH-1000XM6 and 1000X The ColleXion receive gaming mode via update

Sony has released a major firmware update for the WH-1000XM6 and the WH-1000X The ColleXion. The update adds a gaming mode to both headphones, which is designed to significantly reduce latency.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2026 21:36
Warby Parker edition of Galaxy Glasses developed by Samsung and Google.

Major Samsung Galaxy Glasses leak shows gesture control, buttons, and more

Samsung is expected to unveil its Galaxy Glasses developed in partnership with Google, Warby Parker, and Gentle Monster this fall. Ahead of the reveal, a hands-on with the manager app has spilled the beans on the gestures, buttons, LEDs, and the charging case.
Vineet Washington, 30 Jun 2026 21:06
Despite having a keyboard, the Clicks Communicator is relatively compact.

Compact smartphone with keyboard: Clicks Communicator featured in hands-on video

The Clicks Communicator is one of the most unusual smartphones on the market, as the device combines an almost square 4-inch touchscreen with a keyboard that also functions as a touchpad. Clicks is now showcasing the BlackBerry-style smartphone for the first time in a hands-on video.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2026 21:06
HP's OmniBook 5 (model 14z-hm000) has a Full HD webcam with IR support

Deal | Budget-friendly HP OmniBook 5 with OLED, Ryzen AI 5 330 drops below $600

The OmniBook 5 features a 1,200p OLED screen, AMD's Ryzen AI 5 330, 16 GB of RAM, and a 256 GB SSD, with the latter thankfully being user-upgradable. It's also available in a range of colorways, including Glacier Silver and Sahara Silver at the base price, while Meteor Silver and Starlit Blue will set you back an additional $20.
Tudor Cibean, 30 Jun 2026 19:36
Steam Machine shown with dual channel DDR5 SODIMM RAM

Steam Machine performance benchmark shows 20% loss without dual-channel memory spec

Despite its lofty price, Steam Machine performance is not as optimized as expected. To address high DDR5 RAM costs, Valve installed one 16 GB module. New benchmarks confirm that lacking dual-channel memory, apps and games produce significantly lower scores and frame rates.
Adam Corsetti, 30 Jun 2026 19:32
WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging all for iOS and Android owned by Meta, and its getting usernames.

WhatsApp moves beyond phone numbers with new usernames

Meta will soon let WhatsApp users chat with usernames, not just phone numbers. The company now lets users reserve usernames ahead of the launch if they're on the latest version on WhatsApp on Android or iOS.
Michael Allison, 30 Jun 2026 19:31
The Surface Laptop Go 4 is said to be the last of its kind.

New smaller Microsoft Surface PC development plans detailed after recent releases

Fresh details about the state of Microsoft's Surface Go and Surface Laptop Go series have emerged. Having already launched numerous Surface PCs over the last few months, it seems that no new smaller alternatives are in the works.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2026 19:27
The Win Max 3 retains the built-in controller buttons and triggers of older Win Max models.

New GPD Win Max 3 handheld reveals itself with 128 GB RAM and 165 Hz AMOLED display

Early details about a new GPD Win Max have surfaced. Reportedly packing AMD Strix Halo chips, the GPD Win Max 3 is also said to combine a 97 Wh battery with a 165 Hz AMOLED display and an optional cooling module for keeping everything in check.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2026 18:54
After nine years, the Sony RX10 IV is finally set to get a successor.

Sony RX10 V compact camera with a 25x zoom rumored to launch soon

Sony is expected to announce a new compact camera in a few days that is said to feature a lens with 25x optical zoom – far more than even the highest-end smartphones. However, the camera's specs could be disappointing in some areas.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2026 18:27
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Switch 2 release date revealed

The next Elder Scrolls game to hit the Nintendo Switch 2 will be The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. The game has finally got a release date, but pricing information is currently unavailable.
Vineet Washington, 30 Jun 2026 18:23
The Chinese Astra 2 starts at $939 on Giztop. Pictured: a promo picture showing the display of the tablet.

New RedMagic gaming tablet with 185Hz OLED goes global but via import

The RedMagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro has just launched in China, and it's the company's answer to the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5. This flagship pad comes with an 185Hz OLED display, liquid cooling, and more, and it's already available globally, but via import.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Jun 2026 18:20
The very small AC adapter of the Schenker Connect 15

Schenker Connect 15: 48 W sustained power draw measured – is the 45 W power adapter too weak?

The power adapter included with the Schenker Connect 15 is remarkably small and lightweight. However, in Performance mode under sustained stress, we measured a steady power draw of around 48 W from the wall outlet. While that may sound like the adapter is being overloaded, there's actually a technical explanation that shows there's no cause for concern.
Christian Hintze, 30 Jun 2026 18:18
The new AB21CP6425 cylindrical battery offers a high capacity and a USB-C port

Acebeam unveils 6,400mAh 21700 battery with 22.4 Wh and USB-C charging

Acebeam's new AB21CP6425 is a cylindrical battery with 22.4 Wh, giving it more capacity than the company's previous 21700 cells. Despite the higher capacity, Acebeam has also integrated a USB-C port into the housing.
Andreas Sebayang, 30 Jun 2026 17:57
Diablo IV update adjusts seasonal mechanics and world event rewards.

Diablo IV overhauls seasonal Rupture activities

Blizzard updates Diablo IV, lowering Pandemonium Rupture difficulty for new characters while boosting loot rewards and adding dynamic rift movement.
Darryl Linington, 30 Jun 2026 17:42
Muse 300 Kickstarter funding status as of June 30 2026

Muse 300 goes beyond 100% funding on Kickstarter

With 24 days to go and thanks to 108 backers, the Muse 300 is now closer to becoming reality. The project is already at $39,189 pledged, which has left the small $6,375 goal in the dust. Sadly, the best deal, which came with a 20% price cut, is already gone. Fortunately, 15% and 10% discounts are still available.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Jun 2026 17:20
Nintendo Switch 2 on kickstand with Joy-Cons detached.

New Switch 2 model with upgraded LCD panel could address a glaring issue

There have been talks of a Switch 2 OLED and a Switch 2 Lite handheld, but a new discovery seems to point to a third option. It is likely a revised LCD panel for the Switch 2 and could address the ghosting issues some players have complained about.
Vineet Washington, 30 Jun 2026 17:17
The Apple Watch isn't expected to receive another major design upgrade until next year.

Apple Watch 13 said to finally get new design, but battery upgrade remains uncertain

The Apple Watch Series 11 uses an outdated processor and has not received any design updates. While Apple is expected to focus primarily on the Apple Watch Ultra 4 this year, a leaker suggests that a comprehensive design upgrade is on the horizon.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2026 16:47
This model features the Akasa Pascal water and dust proof case with fanless cooling.

SilentPC launches waterproof fanless mini PC powered by AMD's Ryzen 9000X CPUs

The Akasa Pascal case offering complete water and dust proofing with fanless cooling houses an ASRock X600TM-ITX motherboard and may be equipped with Ryzen 5 9600X or Ryzen 7 9700X APU options. The motherboard supports up to 96 GB DDR5-6400 RAM and 16 TB NVMe storage plus 16 TB SATA storage.
Bogdan Solca, 30 Jun 2026 15:07
A screengrab from Dead or Alive 6 Last Round

Dead or Alive 6: Last Round slammed on Steam with 78% negative reviews

Dead or Alive 6: Last Round has launched to heavy criticism on Steam, with players citing a costly DLC structure, limited upgrade options, delisting of the original release, and missing features such as rollback netcode and cross-play. While reviewers acknowledge the underlying fighting mechanics remain strong, many argue the re-release is undermined by aggressive monetization and insufficient value for returning players.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 30 Jun 2026 14:58
The RedMagic Astra 2 maintains its predecessor's compact form factor.

RedMagic confirms global launch date for new compact gaming tablet with 185 Hz OLED display

RedMagic has confirmed plans to launch a new compact gaming tablet globally. Arriving in July, the RedMagic Astra 2 will combine a 185 Hz OLED display with liquid cooling, a large battery and Qualcomm's high-end Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2026 14:48
The Punkt. MC03 comes with AphyOS, an operating system based on GrapheneOS.

Smartphone made in Germany: Punkt. MC03 with AphyOS is now available

Made in Germany, with an operating system from Switzerland and a focus on data protection and repairable hardware – that’s how the Punkt. MC03 aims to set itself apart from the competition. However, the smartphone is relatively expensive given its specs.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2026 14:46
A major Apple leak offers a first alleged look at the iPhone 18 Pro. Images of the device's interior have also been leaked.

Massive Apple leak shows iPhone 18 Pro drop-test video, new Dynamic Island and more

(Update: Evan Blass is not Evan Blass) Arguably the biggest leak in the Apple universe in years led to exciting insights into the near future of the iPhone 18 and other Apple products. The focus is currently on leaked drop test videos, which are said to show the iPhone 18 Pro design already. Teardown images, such as X-rays of the internal components also provide exciting insights into the new features of the next iPhone generation.
Alexander Fagot, 30 Jun 2026 11:26
The Galaxy Z Fold8 has a distinctly 'passport' look to it.

Samsung's new ultra-premium foldable designs teased with fresh Galaxy Z Fold form factor

Samsung is less than a month away from presenting new foldables. In the meantime, the Wireless Power Consortium appears to have confirmed the designs of the Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra ahead of time.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2026 14:24
OnePlus N6 colors.

New budget OnePlus phone launched with 8,000mAh battery, single usable rear camera

After a series of leaks, OnePlus has officially launched the N6 in India at a starting price of roughly $240, packing an 8,000mAh battery, a Dimensity 6360 Apex chipset, and a single functional rear camera behind a dual-lens design.
Antony Muchiri, 30 Jun 2026 14:18
The Ugreen x Honkai: Star Rail collection has officially launched in the US

Ugreen and Honkai: Star Rail collaborate to bring Yao Guang-themed accessories for fans

The Ugreen x Honkai Star Rail collaboration has been officially announced in the US. The Yao Guang-inspired Ugreen gear includes a retractable USB-C cable, a tracker, two power banks, and a charger. Plus, the company is also offering a Ugreen x Honkai Star Rail collectible gift box with exclusive Honkai Star Rail merchandise that is not listed for retail.
Abhinav Fating, 30 Jun 2026 14:00
A number of Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 8 renders that look quite official have been leaked, along with cases and plenty of specs.

Early official look and lots of specs for all three Samsung Galaxy Z foldables ahead of launch

The details that have recently surfaced regarding Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 8 range from camera specs of all three upcoming Samsung foldables to hints about charging speeds, accompanied by numerous official render images of the new Samsung devices in matching protective cases.
Alexander Fagot, 30 Jun 2026 13:59
The RedMagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro showcases its liquid cooling system with RGB LEDs.

RedMagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro launches with Steam support and liquid cooling

With a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor featuring liquid cooling, a 185 Hz OLED display, and a PC emulator with Steam support, the RedMagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro is one of the most exciting mini-tablets of the year.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2026 13:41
Illustration of an ad blocker that secretly records AI chat messages

Malicious ad-blocker extensions caught secretly reading users' AI chats

Two browser extensions posing as ad blockers have been caught secretly reading the AI chats of nearly 90,000 users, including conversations in ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Security researchers have dubbed this campaign PromptSnatcher. Here’s how to identify the extensions involved and protect your chats.
Steffen Zahn, 30 Jun 2026 12:49
GTA 6 takes places in Vice City

GTA 6 won't have physical edition at launch and actual reason might not be bad at all

The folks at Digital Foundry have now chimed in with their take on GTA 6 not having a physical edition at launch. Unfortunately, gamers who buy GTA 6 in retail stores will only get a download code in the game box and not the actual game. This sparked an intense debate online about the nature of game ownership.
Fawad Murtaza, 30 Jun 2026 12:35
The Apple MacBook Pro could feature a much more vibrant display in the future.

Apple MacBook Ultra said to display far more colors than just DCI-P3

Apple's MacBook Pro has supported the DCI-P3 color space for a decade. The switch to a tandem OLED panel is expected to usher in a new era of vibrant displays, replacing DCI-P3 with the much larger BT.2020 color space.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2026 12:01
The Oppo Bubble adds a magnetic screen to iPhones

Cute secondary screen for iPhones: Oppo reveals upgraded Bubble selfie screen

Oppo's quirky Bubble magnetic selfie screen is no longer exclusive to its own phones. The updated accessory now supports iPhones and can be used to preview selfies with the rear camera or double as a decorative pendant.
Elvis Shida, 30 Jun 2026 11:44
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is expected to feature a modern design with a flat metal frame.

Leak: Motorola Edge 70 Max brings more magnets to premium mid-range market

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is likely to be one of the most exciting mid-range smartphones of the year, as Motorola finally supports Qi2, including magnets for accessories such as camera grips, as well as wireless fast charging.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2026 11:24
A Chinese mini PC styled after the Steam Machine is sparking discussion on Reddit. Many users, however, are skeptical of the advertised specifications.

"There's no way this can work": Steam Machine clone from China baffles fans

No sooner had Valve opened SteamOS to more hardware than what appears to be the first Steam Machine clone surfaced in China. The listing is currently fueling heated debate in the Steam Machine subreddit – but not because everyone is eager to buy one.
Marius Müller, 30 Jun 2026 10:39
Transport Fever is available on Steam at a 90% discount through July 9.

Deal | First-ever 90% discount: Management sim lets players build a transport empire for $3

For the first time ever, Transport Fever costs just $3 on Steam. For that, management-sim fans get a deep transport tycoon experience with trains, ships, aircraft, supply chains and 150 years of transport history.
Marius Müller, 30 Jun 2026 10:39
Huawei MatePad Pro Max

Huawei MatePad Pro Max arrives in Germany as the world's thinnest 13-inch tablet with 3K 144 Hz OLED

The Huawei MatePad Pro Max, the world's thinnest 13-inch tablet at 4.7 mm, is now on sale in Germany starting at €1,099. It features a 3K 144 Hz OLED display, Wi-Fi 7, and HarmonyOS 4.3, with launch bundles including FreeBuds Pro 4 and M-Pencil Pro.
Anubhav Sharma, 30 Jun 2026 10:00
The Xiaomi 18 launch date is practically confirmed now that Qualcomm has officially announced their dates for the Snapdragon Summit.

Xiaomi 18 launch date practically confirmed thanks to official Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 start time

Qualcomm has confirmed when the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro and the highly anticipated variants of the new 2nm flagship chips will be officially unveiled. As usual the annual Snapdragon Summit will take place in sunny Hawaii while Xiaomi is expected to unveil their new Xiaomi 18 Pro generation at roughly the same time.
Alexander Fagot, 30 Jun 2026 09:30
The upcoming tablet is expected to feature an OLED display. Pictured: a picture showing the back of the tab.

Lenovo announces new small-sized Legion gaming tablet with 5G connectivity

The Lenovo Legion Y700 is getting another refresh, and this time, it's going to be more compact than the Gen 5 model. It's expected to feature an OLED display, and the company has just confirmed support for 5G connectivity.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Jun 2026 08:23
The PS5.

PS6 could cost over $1,000 as Sony has no plans to "sell hardware at significant losses"

Sony recently increased the prices of the PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal due to the ongoing memory crisis. And it seems like things are only going to get worse for gamers.
Abdul Haddi, 30 Jun 2026 04:14
The 47mm Fenix 8 smartwatch has dropped back to a record-low Amazon price

Deal | Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatch has never been cheaper on Amazon

Although Amazon's Prime Day shopping event is officially over, one of the most coveted smartwatches in Garmin's current wearable lineup is now on sale with a respectable discount of 25% or $250.
Enrico Frahn, 30 Jun 2026 04:04
Amazon Luna's logo.

Amazon adds four new games to Luna

Amazon has added four new titles to Luna, which Prime members can download and play now. Each game has a deadline, and you must claim it before it expires.
Abdul Haddi, 30 Jun 2026 03:05
LG's Gram Book 16 (model 16U55U-H.AU77U3) has a Full HD webcam with IR and a privacy shutter

Deal | LG Gram Book 16 with 120 Hz touchscreen, Ryzen AI 7 445 slides below $900

The Gram Book 16 comes equipped with a 16:10 IPS touchscreen, AMD's Ryzen AI 7 445, 16 GB of soldered RAM, and 1 TB of user-expandable storage. While there's a decent number of ports, Thunderbolt 4 support would've been welcome.
Tudor Cibean, 30 Jun 2026 02:46
GTA 6 PS5 Standard Edition shown at GameStop

GameStop sees dismal GTA 6 pre-order sales, with disc-free Ultimate Edition preferred

Crowds aren’t flocking to GameStop to secure their GTA 6 PS5 and Xbox copies. Employees also report angry customers upset that the Standard Edition is missing a disc. Many buyers are opting to pre-order the digital Ultimate Edition for a price of $100, which isn’t sold in physical storefronts.
Adam Corsetti, 30 Jun 2026 02:37
The iQoo Pad 6 Pro.

iQoo tablet with next-gen flagship Snapdragon chipset leaked

iQoo is reportedly working on a new gaming-focused tablet. The leak has not revealed an exact name for the device, though the tipster refers to it as a "mini" gaming tablet. It is also tipped to feature Qualcomm’s next-generation flagship Snapdragon chipset.
Huzefa Baloch, 30 Jun 2026 01:57
Jun 29
An image showing a shipwreck in Project Castaway.

Deal | This open world survival game, with 66% positive reviews, is 65% off on Steam

Project Castaway is an open world survival game where you explore different environments, gather resources, and build shelters to survive. And right now, this game is available for less than $7 on Steam.
Alexis Stegmann, 29 Jun 2026 23:47
The skinny design of the active pen may look nice, but it isn't the best from an ergonomic perspective

ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 pen charging is neat, but the drawbacks are evident

The on-board magnetic garage is more reliable than having the pen hang along the edges of the chassis, but the overall smaller diameter is an unfortunate trade-off.
Allen Ngo, 29 Jun 2026 23:17
Project Helix and PS6 console mockups shown

Ex-Naughty Dog dev wants PS6 and Project Helix release date delay to 2030+

The storage and memory shortage threaten to inflate PS6 and Project Helix prices. Developers like Del Walker also aren’t anxious for the new PlayStation and Xbox consoles to debut. The ex-Naughty Dog artist cautions that they will balloon budgets, resulting in more layoffs.
Adam Corsetti, 29 Jun 2026 22:57

All news articles from Sept. 2010 on are located in our News Archive.

Google LogoAdd as a preferred source on Google
Mail Logo
Notebookcheck, 2021-10-10 (Update: 2026-01-16)