Valveβs console challenger costs significantly more than the PS5. Even so, a Steam Machine review confirms that the base PlayStation console produces higher frame rates in some games. Overall performance benchmarks are comparable, but the price difference may be too wide for many buyers.
Apple's first foldable iPhone still continues to have some issues ahead of its purported September unveiling. The Samsung-made bendy display, however, is not one of them.
The Nothing Dream Phone concept smartphone shows what a modern smartphone might look like if customer preferences were actually taken into account. With a compact 5.9-inch display and a body that does away with the camera bump entirely, the Nothing Dream Phone is certainly unusual.
According to Valve engineers Pierre-Loup Griffais and Yazan Aldehayyat, the price increase the Steam Machine is facing is similar to what happened with the Steam Deck.
Keychron has listed the V6 Ultra HE full-size keyboard on its website ahead of a Kickstarter campaign scheduled for July 22. The V6 Ultra HE introduces Nova Socket, a hybrid PCB design that accepts both conventional mechanical and TMR magnetic switches simultaneously, allowing users to assign different switch types by function.
Early testing suggests the Steam Machine can deliver solid 1440p AAA gaming performance, though some demanding titles still require upscaling and occasionally dip below 60 FPS during intensive scenes.
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Deal | Amazon is offering the Apple Watch 11, Watch Ultra 3, and Watch SE 3 at their lowest-ever sale prices for a limited time. Apple's best watches offer convenient health tracking, message notifications, and upcoming Siri AI.
We just reviewed the updated 2026 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 and it is an improvement, but also $600 more expensive than the comparable 2025 unit. As long as you can accept the disadvantages like the darker OLED screen or shorter batter life, we recommend you get the old model as long as it is available.
CATL just went from making the world's biggest lithium-ion energy storage container to putting out the most ambitious sodium-ion grid storage system announced yet. The Tener sodium-ion ESS offers up to 30 years lifespan.
Ayaneo has released a new teaser that reveals key details of the upcoming Pocket Micro 2. The handheld will feature upgraded thumbsticks, new buttons, and improved ergonomics.
After a long wait, Valve has finally announced the release date and price for the Steam Machine. The console-like PC starts at $1,049, and it will be released later this month.
Leaks and rumors about the Galaxy S27 Pro have been doing the rounds for the past few weeks, and it looks like, along with the same battery size and cameras, the smaller Pro phone could share more specs with the Galaxy S27 Ultra. The latest is that the Galaxy S27 Pro could come with the same privacy feature that came with the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
The new AE51 is an affordable drone available with an optional GPS module, offering up to 25 minutes of flight time and a Full HD camera. All versions include a controller with an integrated display, although range varies depending on the modelβnot only for video transmission.
The recent report from a big publisher caused a stir in the gaming industry. It claimed that Sony may postpone the PS6 launch given the high memory prices, but it seems like another insider has negated those claims.
A former Microsoft executive doesnβt envision the Xbox brand dying. Instead, with Project Helix, the company will encourage more supporters to embrace Windows PCs. The success of the new Xbox console may depend on whether it proves as gamer-friendly as the Steam Machine.
The Oura Ring 5 is 40 percent more compact than its predecessor and is said to offer greater comfort and a battery life of six to nine days. However, iFixitβs teardown video shows that the ring is essentially electronic waste once the battery reaches the end of its life.
Wolverine is releasing on September 15, while GTA 6 will come out two months later on November 19. As it turns out, both games have a character voiced by the same voice actor, but his role in GTA 6 is a mystery.
The world's largest battery maker is now more profitable than seven of the most popular EV automakers combined, including the biggest one, BYD. CATL has now announced a global expansion of its battery swapping network that is aimed at heavy trucks, too.
Capcom confirms its Gamescom 2026 lineup in Hall 9. Get details on playable demos for Dragon's Dogma 2 Dark Arisen, Mega Man Dual Override, and Onimusha.
With the Edge 70 Max, Motorola appears to be set to launch a brand-new smartphone soon, one that should offer near-flagship-level performance thanks to a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. What appear to be official product images now show the Motorola Edge 70 Max in three colors ahead of its release.
JunkFood Custom Arcades wants to solve the problem of purchasing multiple arcade controllers by offering one that is modular. Called the Slider, the controller lets buyers change its layout, switches, and even upgrade its features.
Honor has now officially launched the X80 Pro Max smartphone in China. The X80 Pro Max features a 120 Hz AMOLED screen, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset, a 50 MP main camera, and a large 11,000 mAh battery with 90 W wired and 27 W reverse wired charging support.
After Nothing put its affordable CMF Phones on hold, the company hints in a teaser video that an affordable Nothing Phone (4b) is in the works, featuring just a single rear camera. One of Nothingβs founders explains the reasoning behind the branding.
The Garmin Fenix 9 could be released in just a few months, as hints in the Garmin app at least indirectly suggest. Thereβs no shortage of speculation, so weβd like to put it all into perspective a bit.
Deal | One of the most influential indie shooters in gaming history is currently cheaper than ever on Steam: Hotline Miami is 90% off until June 25 and costs just $0.99.
A new leak from tipster Digital Chat Station suggests OnePlus is already testing a compact flagship successor, reportedly featuring a 6.3-inch flat display and Qualcomm's unreleased Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset. The device is believed to be the OnePlus 16T, with a likely Q1 2027 launch window, though whether it reaches global markets remains uncertain as OnePlus continues scaling back its international presence.
Deal | If Forza Horizon 6 feels a little too clean and restrained, Wreckfest offers the opposite experience. The spiritual successor to the FlatOut series is currently 90% off on Steam for the first time.
Deal | Codename Panzers β Phase One takes players to the battlefields of World War II and is currently back at its lowest price to date on Steam. The RTS classic is 75% off until June 25 and costs just $3.74.
Leaked images point to the Casio Pro Trek PRJ-01, reportedly the first fully analog watch in the Pro Trek lineup. Three variants have surfaced ahead of an expected July 2026 launch, with select models shipping with a fabric strap and carabiner attachment. Pricing is estimated to start around $175.
Gamers are currently sharing their wish lists for the upcoming Steam Summer Sale on Reddit. New Steam Deck owners in particular may find the discussion useful for discovering games they might not have had on their radar yet.
Retroid has announced a new handheld is coming soon that will launch as the Pocket Nova. Sporting a 4:3 OLED display, this device seems to be a successor to the discontinued Pocket Mini and Pocket Mini V2.
Fans are hoping that the third GTA 6 trailer could be released on the day pre-orders begin β June 25, 2026. The clue is a comment under the second trailer that appears to come directly from YouTube itself and is currently being discussed on Reddit.
While the Steam Machine is still a long time coming, dbrand is already offering a stylish case for the SteamOS console modeled after the Companion Cube from Valve's hit puzzle game Portal. For those put off by the high price of the Steam Machine, dbrand also offers a βPoverty Cube.β
Valve has apparently added a new AMD library to Steam, fueling speculation about possible FSR4 support through Proton. The discovery could be relevant not only for the Steam Machine but also for the Steam Deck and other SteamOS-based handhelds.
The performance version of Xiaomi's YU7 electric SUV was still much slower when driven by software compared to the record set by a human race driver. Still, it's a new racing category at NΓΌrburgring, that of autonomous vehicles.
Deal | The Asus TUF Gaming F16 might not be as high-end as the Asus Zephyrus G16 line of laptops, but for price-conscious buyers, the 16-inch machine might offer a better bang for the buck as long as gaming is the primary use case.
The performance version of Xiaomi's YU7 electric SUV was still much slower when driven by software compared to the record set by a human race driver. Still, it's a new racing category at NΓΌrburgring, that of autonomous vehicles.
Deal | SpellForce 3 Fallen God is 75% off on Steam at $4.99 until June 25. The standalone RTS-RPG hybrid needs no prior game ownership and offers 20+ hours of troll-tribe survival campaign gameplay.
As Garmin continues to focus more and more on smartwatches with AMOLED displays, smartwatches with MiP displays and solar cells could make a comeback. According to a leak, Amazfit is currently working on a watch that can be charged by sunlight.
LEGO has not confirmed the set; reports from established community leakers point to an OctoberβDecember launch window, positioning it as the next major retro-gaming model after LEGOβs NES, Atari 2600, Sega Genesis, and Game Boy sets.
It was expected that both AMD and Nvidia would hold off on their next-gen gaming GPU launches until 2028. However, it now appears that AMD has had a change of heart, as the company could launch the RDNA 5 graphics card in 2027.
The Microsoft 365 Copilot AI chatbot is once again being forcibly installed on millions of Windows 11 computers. For now, at least, Microsoft is sparing users in the EU, likely due to competition law.
Apple has already confirmed that prices for iPhones, iPads, and Macs will increase due to the DRAM crisis. According to the latest information from Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, these price increases are expected very soon.
ChatGPT told a user their generated images were permanently lost β then recovered them after an emotional appeal of sorts. Here's what actually happened, and why you should never trust an AI's "gone forever."
It appears gamers have not been too enthusiastic about the Radeon RX 9070 GRE, the newest Radeon GPU launch. The Radeon RX 9070 GRE launched at the same MSRP as the RX 9070 despite being noticeably weaker with less VRAM.
Phosgo has introduced what it claims is the worldβs first solar bike, the Go 5 Ultra. The company has integrated high-efficiency solar cells directly into the wheel rims of the new solar e-bike. Plus, it features a Bafang 750 W mid-drive motor and a large 720 Wh battery, delivering 150 Nm of torque and up to 120 miles (193 km) of range.
OpenAI's Codex CLI is quietly destroying SSDs. A misconfigured logging sink writes up to 640 TB/year to a local database, which is way more than a typical drive's lifetime endurance. The bug is still open on GitHub.
Deal | The Guild II: Renaissance is 80% off on Steam at $1.99 until June 25, matching its two-year low. The 15-year-old medieval sandbox holds an 82+ average rating with 4,000+ reviews. The game lets you choose from a range of playstyles: thief, trader, blacksmith, and more.
Deal | The Lenovo Legion 5i gaming laptop with an RTX 5070 laptop GPU and 32 GB of RAM has dropped by a substantial $500 at B&H Photo. Combined with a Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, the Legion 5 is perfectly equipped to play demanding PC games without compromising graphics.
Deal | The Acemagic Retro X3 mini PC, powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 225H CPU is officially discounted by 30% on Amazon until June 30. The mini PC is a great fit as a mid-range HTPC, with its retro NES styling, small form factor, and a high-performance Radeon 780M iGPU.
Deal | The Steam free game library has expanded again, with a bunch of newly released freebies from early June 2026. These games fall in different categories, and a handful of them already have good overall player ratings.
The RedMagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro has been revealed, and it's the company's answer to the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5. This Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 pad with OLED display is set to launch in China on June 30, 2026.
Apple's new CEO John Ternus will begin his tenure in September with a wave of new products that will bring Apple fans many exciting new releases. Well-known Bloomberg analyst Mark Gurman has listed the most important new products coming our way after the summer break, including the first ones potentially bearing the βUltraβ moniker.
The RedMagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro has been revealed, and it's the company's answer to the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5. This Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 pad with OLED display is set to launch in China on June 30, 2026.
Pixel owners are reporting touchscreen problems following the update to Android 17, including brief freezes and reversed scrolling gestures. Google has acknowledged the issue but has not yet released a fix, leaving users with unreliable workarounds and recommendations to delay updating where possible.
A 76-year-old woman was recently killed after a Tesla Model 3 using Autopilot crashed into her home. The incident adds to ongoing scrutiny of Teslaβs driver-assistance technology and concerns over whether its branding and monitoring safeguards overstate its capabilities.
Viewsonic has introduced a brand-new 24-inch gaming monitor aimed at folks who prefer smaller displays. Equipped with a 4K IPS panel with a refresh rate of 160 Hz, the latest addition to the VX lineup definitely appears quite enticing.
For fans of a popular Activision shooter, nostalgia is often expensive. The upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 PS5 ports may cost a total of $80. An Xbox Store update also hints that on their July release dates, the PlayStation Store will sell aging DLC separately.
Deal | Mass Effect Legendary Edition is now available with a record 92% discount, bringing the remastered trilogy down to $4.79. The bundle offers strong value, combining sharper visuals and gameplay refinements with one of gamingβs most acclaimed choice-driven sci-fi narratives.
Deal | Steam is now offering The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt at a 90% discount, bringing the acclaimed RPG down to $2.99. Released in 2015, the choice-driven fantasy epic remains popular to this day and is considered by some to be one of the best RPGs of all time.
Norway is pushing to enforce a near-complete ban on generative AI in schools, citing concerns over declining learning outcomes and falling test scores. The policy reflects a broader push to reduce classroom screen dependence and reassert teacher-led learning.
Deal | Mass Effect Legendary Edition is now available with a record 92% discount, bringing the remastered trilogy down to $4.79. The bundle offers strong value, combining sharper visuals and gameplay refinements with one of gamingβs most acclaimed choice-driven sci-fi narratives.
An EU retailer posted new SKUs that seemed to correspond to GTA 6 pre-orders. The higher prices concerned some buyers, but a dependable retail insider has dismissed them as placeholders. Barring any earlier leaks, Rockstar should confirm the game's cost on June 25th.
AMD is reportedly preparing another GPU price increase in the second half of the year as AI-driven demand continues to squeeze consumer graphics card supply. Hence, Radeon buyers may face higher prices and delayed relief, with the broader memory crunch potentially lasting for years.
Deal | The Asus TUF Gaming F16 might not be as high-end as the Asus Zephyrus G16 line of laptops, but for price-conscious buyers, the 16-inch machine might offer a better bang for the buck as long as gaming is the primary use case.
Minimalist, lightweight, and easy to carry: Canyonβs latest e-bike is built for effortless city commuting with its silent belt drive. To achieve this ultra-clean look, however, riders will have to do without suspension, gear shifting, or pre-installed fenders.
Deal | The Acer Predator Helios Neo is a comparatively affordable mid-range gaming laptop with decent specs including an RTX 5070, a 1600p IPS screen and a respectable amount of memory and storage. Thanks to a $500 discount, this 16-inch laptop is now on sale for $1,499.
Deal | The Acer Predator Helios Neo is a comparatively affordable mid-range gaming laptop with decent specs including an RTX 5070, a 1600p IPS screen and a respectable amount of memory and storage. Thanks to a $500 discount, this 16-inch laptop is now on sale for $1,499.
Norway is pushing to enforce a near-complete ban on generative AI in schools, citing concerns over declining learning outcomes and falling test scores. The policy reflects a broader push to reduce classroom screen dependence and reassert teacher-led learning.
Video | Our individual configuration of Lenovo's 2026 upgrade for its bread-and-butter 14" business laptop might not seem particularly impressive, especially when it comes to performance, but it still proves that the overall platform of the T14 has a lot of potential.
Engineers have developed a wearable jacket that can harvest moisture from the air and produce up to 900 milliliters of clean drinking water per day, offering a potential lifeline for hikers, field workers and emergency responders in areas devoid of water.
Researchers have developed a novel process that converts wet spent coffee grounds into high-quality biochar in just 90 seconds. The method could turn millions of tons of coffee waste into renewable fuel and valuable carbon materials for decentralized waste-to-energy systems.
Seeing as Anbernic has been pushing out updates to its handhelds, AYN and Thor have now released OTA updates for their devices, the Odin 3 and Pocket 6, respectively. The updates bring a handful of bug fixes to both devices, but the Pocket 6 gets two new features, too.
With its smartwatches, Garmin clearly targets ambitious athletes who follow structured training plans. There's currently a lively discussion about the accuracy of race time predictions - with users sharing a wide range of experiences and practical tips.
Resident Evil: Veronica hits a massive 1 million wishlist milestone across Steam and PS5 in record time, proving immense demand for the 2027 survival horror title.
Thanks to its excellent repairability, the ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 is especially attractive to users who value longβterm durability. Lenovo supports the midβrange Android tablet with a selfβrepair manual, a full parts catalogue, and dedicated software.
A compact system with numerous possibilities: The ESP32-S3-Touch-LCD-1.85B features a round display that can showcase various types of data and, in principle, can also serve as a smart display. The device is not particularly expensive.
Deal | Kingdoms and Castles is a city builder set in the Middle Ages, where the goal is to develop your city and face numerous dangers. But to become the most powerful, you'll need to master several game mechanics.
Xiaomi is now launching new, affordable wireless earbuds in markets outside Asia. The Redmi Buds 8 feature ANC and are designed to support high-quality wireless audio transmission.
A leaker is providing some clues about the colors and design aspects of the next Samsung smartwatches, which are expected to be unveiled one month from now at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event. In addition to some render images hinting at a Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 redesign, the leaker also contradicts earlier rumors about a Galaxy Watch9 Classic.
Lenovo has started selling a new 16-inch ThinkPad internationally. equipped with Intel Panther Lake processors and a 90 Wh battery, the ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 also contains LPCAMM2 RAM, dual SSD slots and an optional Tandem OLED display that combines 1,500 nits peak brightness with a 120 Hz variable refresh rate.
A fan spotted an unfamiliar Xbox Handheld logo on official game sites, including Gears of War: E-Day. The graphic may signal that a title runs smoothly on a Windows gaming handheld. Or it will become essential to a rumored new mobile Xbox console arriving after Project Helix.
Deal | Thanks to an ongoing sale on Lenovo's official online store, the Yoga 7a 2-in-1 laptop is now available with a major 27% discount for a limited time. This specific unit sports a whopping 24 GB of LPDDR5X memory, 1 TB storage, and a potent AMD Ryzen 7 Gorgon Point APU.
If Valve unveils a new Half-Life game, it wonβt be a surprise to dataminers. In DOTA 2 source code, developers recently poked fun at these dedicated investigators. Despite regular mentions of HLX in existing Steam titles, the wait continues for Half-Life 3 news or a release date.
Ahead of Evo 2026, 8BitDo has released three limited edition controllers based on the fighting game tournament. The three controllers are available in very limited quantities and will be sold only at the tournament.
A new drone is affordable and comes with a controller, but potential buyers should take a closer look, as the X4KProβs manufacturer does make use of some marketing tricks.
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is the only compact gaming/multimedia laptop, which is available with the powerful Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. This is a noticeable advantage over rivals like the Razer Blade 14, which are limited to the RTX 5070.
The bike of the future? A new concept aims to redefine cycling safety through smart sensor technology, combining modern sensors, radar, and cameras. It can also be paired with a helmet featuring a head-up display. For now, the Canyon Predict remains a concept.
Thrustmaster has introduced a brand-new limited-edition steering wheel aimed directly at the Tifosi. Based on the three-time Le Mans winner Ferrari 499P hypercar, the 1:1 wheel will be limited to 499 units only while boasting an authentic racing experience.
The bike of the future? A new bicycle is set to redefine safety in cycling thanks to smart sensor technology, utilizing modern sensors, a radar system, and cameras. It will be possible to use it with a helmet equipped with a head-up display. The Canyon Predict is still just a concept at this point.
A new web app uses the Steam Controllerβs haptic motors to make the gamepad slide deliberately across a table through vibrations. Anyone who owns a Steam Controller can try it right away β no installation required.
A Reddit post shows all GTA covers from III to VI side by side β and fans have spotted one detail that appears on every single cover. The community is also discussing other recurring patterns and its favorite cover artworks.
Xiaomi is now officially offering a new, relatively affordable smartphone in additional markets. The Poco C81 Pro features a 6.9-inch display and supports dual-SIM use, but its entry-level positioning is clearly noticeable.
It may not be price but availability that becomes Valveβs biggest problem. In a Reddit thread, fans warn that the Steam Machine could stumble at launch if the long wait times seen with the Steam Controller are repeated.
BYD has released its Great Tang 3-row SUV with the longest range on a charge in its class from a battery larger than the Cybertruck's. The big family SUV offers 10-minute charging and rear-wheel steering that can crabwalk while parking.
A new E-Ink display requires neither a power connection nor an internal battery, fully leveraging the technologyβs strengths. The Waveshare display receives both image data and power wirelessly.
The Ugreen Nexode Air 65W Slim has been launched in China. It's essentially a slightly larger version of the 45W Slim that we recently reviewed, and it comes with three ports. The launch price in China is CNY 129, around $19.
A Bosch motor and sleek lines: A new electric bike is designed to offer more or less effortless mobility, especially in urban areas. The new Curb from Gazelle features a rather unobtrusive motor.
Lenovo is introducing its first Android Think tablet, the ThinkTab X11. Its removable battery allows the Lenovo Tab to run even with the battery taken out, enabling new deployment scenarios for the midβrange tablet.
The best time to buy a smartphone was yesterday. This is once again evident from early Vivo X Fold 6 listings by two dealers specialising in the import of Chinese smartphones. The price increases for the next Zeiss camera foldable doesnt bode well for the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra in July.
ReStory: Chill Electronic Repairs offers a hands-on, low-pressure repair sim set in mid-2000s Akihabara, letting players restore PSPs, Nintendo DS-style handhelds, flip phones, music players, and classic Atari hardware.
With the Fenix E06R Pro RG, the flashlight manufacturer has introduced a new version of its flat but long flashlight. Instead of the UV lamp, the RG version comes with a red light. It is also slightly more expensive than the regular model.
Last year, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro offered a 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP telephoto camera and a Dimensity 7300 Pro for $279. Due to the DRAM crisis, Nothing now has to remove this model from its lineup and put its successor on hold.
Flextail has introduced a new 2-oz light that works as both a flashlight and a lantern. The latter can also be dimmed and provides warm light. The flashlight mode, on the other hand, is very cool white. It can also be recharged via USB-C.
The GTA 6 price will influence how the Take-Two stock reacts to the opening of pre-orders. An investor forecasts that $80 is the most likely cost for the base version of the Rockstar game. Despite the studioβs unpredictability, shareholders are also anticipating a new trailer.
Samsung has confirmed the Galaxy M47 5G for India. The phone has appeared in an official teaser with a triple rear camera setup. Meanwhile, a Geekbench listing of the phone reveals a Snapdragon chipset with 8GB of RAM.
Lenovo has launched a new 13-inch laptop globally. Equipped with Intel Lunar Lake processors and a choice of battery sizes, the ThinkPad L13 Gen 7 is relatively lightweight and compact, too.
Multiplayer has long been one of the most requested features for Cyberpunk 2077. While CD Projekt Red abandoned plans for an official online mode, the CyberMP team is continuing development of a fan-made multiplayer framework that could eventually allow players to share Night City on custom servers.
OnePlus is finally bringing a feature that Apple and Samsung users have enjoyed for years. The latest OxygenOS update lets compatible OnePlus phones stream audio to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously, making it easier to share music, podcasts, and movies without splitting a pair of earbuds.
The DualSense PS5 controller or its follow-up may become an even more essential console companion. A Sony patent explains how the peripheral could be mandatory to sign in to PSN. Passkeys havenβt prevented some hackers from making unauthorized purchases on the PlayStation Network.
Deal | Expeditions: Rome is a tactical RPG published by THQ Nordic where you will have to discover the truth behind a family tragedy while shaping the future of the Roman Republic. And it is currently 80% off on Steam.
Amazfit's latest fitness wearable is already available for pre-order in the United States. Although the Helio Strap Pro is more expensive than the older Helio Strap, Amazfit is able to offer the package β which includes two sensor modules βΒ at a lower price than many mid-range smartwatches.
Deal | The almost maxed-out ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is now also available as a certified-refurbished laptop at Lenovo's official online store, which might result in a good deal for professional users or absolute enthusiats who can spend a big chunk of money on a new 16-inch workstation.
ReStory: Chill Electronic Repairs offers a hands-on, low-pressure repair sim set in mid-2000s Akihabara, letting players restore PSPs, Nintendo DS-style handhelds, flip phones, music players, and classic Atari hardware.
While watchOS 26 could still be installed on the Apple Watch Series 6, watchOS 27 doesn't even run on the Apple Watch Ultra. Apple explains the reasons behind this decision, and, unsurprisingly, AI is responsible for the shorter software support period.
The figure will be displayed at Sega Store Tokyo in Shibuya PARCO from June 23, 2026, as part of a broader anniversary campaign including merchandise, concerts, and brand collaborations.
8849 has launched the Tank 5 flagship smartphone with a built-in 2K DLP projector. The smartphone features a rugged design, a MediaTek Dimensity 9400e processor, a 3K AMOLED display, and a massive 17,600 mAh battery. Itβs now available for purchase via 8849βs official website.
Relief for the PS5 price increase through discounts looks increasingly unlikely. A new financial statement from Sony reveals that deals on the system will be rare. The memory shortage has prompted the console maker to focus on generating revenue from existing owners.
Capcom opens Resident Evil Veronica wishlists on the Xbox Store as producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi confirms major narrative changes for the 2027 horror title.
A hobbyist's suitcase robot named Sparky gets visibly incoherent when exposed to smoke β not via scripted behavior, but by feeding MQ-2 gas sensor data directly into LLM sampling parameters like temperature and top_k in real time.
Deal | SpellForce: Conquest of Eo combines 4X strategy with role-playing elements in an atmospheric fantasy world and is currently back at its lowest price to date on Steam. Until June 25, the strategy game is 75% off and costs just $7.49.
GTA 6 fans are already analyzing every detail of the new promotional material and have spotted quite a few things in the short Vice City clip. One detail in particular is sparking plenty of discussion: the βvampire Ferris wheelβ in the background.
Microsoft confirms parallel enterprise flaws in Windows 11 KB5095051, including broken OLE automation, a deployment media error, and a Recycle Bin glitch.
New import data shows around 70 tons of hardware declared as βGame Consoleβ arriving at Valve between June 10 and 17. While the contents cannot be definitively verified, the shipments may actually contain the Steam Machine this time.
Deal | The current Steam free weekend should be especially appealing to strategy fans: Stellaris, one of the most important grand strategy games of recent years, can be played for free until June 22 and is available afterward at a 70% discount for just under $15.
Deal | Compared to typical theme park games, Two Point Museum offers a somewhat more original tycoon experience and is currently free to play on Steam. Anyone who enjoys it can then get the game at a 33% discount, making it cheaper than ever before.
The Lenovo ThinkTab X11 is a true allβrounder among Android tablets. Thanks to its special rugged case, this 5G tablet with eSIM is likely to appeal not only to outdoor enthusiasts but also to families, doubling as a childrenβs tablet similar to Amazonβs Fire Kids Edition.
A new '"One Bike, One Battery, One Charger, One Code" policy cracks down on illegal EV battery disassembly shops that present an e-bike fire hazard. E-bike manufacturers are mandated to continue support for their current products and provide spare parts for at least five years.
What started as a DIY memory crunch is now hitting everyone. AI data centers are swallowing the world's DRAM, driving the cheapest 32 GB DDR5 kit to around $439 and pushing midrange laptops past $1,200. With memory now accounting for about 35 percent of a PC's component cost, relief isn't expected before late 2027.
Samsung has announced a new version of its The Frame TV that is made for hotels. This version of the TV comes in three sizes, lacks a One Connect Box, but packs software features tailored for guests and hotels.
If you own an Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, you can give it a more luxurious look with five new magnetic back covers. One version combines alligator leather with a fragment of a T-Rex tooth; all versions ensure that the cameras sit flush with the case.
Deal | Built to handle touring and daily commuting, the Haibike Trekking 8 is a well-equipped e-bike currently available at an attractive price. It features a high-performance Bosch mid-drive motor paired with a large battery, delivering strong pedal assist and an extended range.
Five years after the launch of the Ultrahuman M1 Live, the wearable technology specialist is introducing M2 Live, a brand-new glucose sensor that is significantly more affordable and is available not only as a subscription but also in packages ranging from one to twelve months.
Deal | From June 18 to 23, Ubisoft is inviting you to try out Ubisoft+ Premium for free. All the games included in the subscription service are playable during this trial period, including Assassinβs Creed Shadows, Star Wars: Outlaw, Anno 117: Pax Romana, Avatar, Rainbow Six Siege, Ghost Recon, and The Crew Motorfest.
Thanks to its transflective LCD, the Radiant Monitor 2 is designed to remain perfectly readable even in direct sunlight, while power consumption is expected to be very low when the backlight is turned off. This makes the 15.6-inch touchscreen particularly appealing for use on the go.
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n is one of the first laptops to use the brand-new Nvidia RTX Spark ARM chip, which offers 20 CPU cores and a Blackwell GPU featuring 6,144 CUDA cores. This chip is designed to compete with the Apple M5 Max. A leak reveals the laptop's design in detail.
Raleigh has unveiled the One electric bike with a step-through frame. The companyβs new urban-focused e-bike features a Mivice rear hub motor and a 360 Wh removable battery, offering 35 Nm of torque and up to 50 miles of range (80 km).
OnePlus has launched the Pad 3 Pro in China. It's a significantly larger and more powerful sibling to the standard Pad 3. The tablet features a 13.2-inch LCD display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 540Hz touch sampling, paired with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, an eight-speaker setup, and a 13,380mAh battery.
Asus has finally released an ultra-premium gaming laptop globally. With up to 320 W of power under full load, the ROG Strix Scar 18 2026 also contains a 4K and 240 Hz Mini LED display that spans 18-inches with 1,600 nits peak brightness at its disposal.
The OnePlus 15T launched in China earlier this year. It was expected to arrive internationally as the OnePlus 15s. However, the device has yet to receive an official global launch announcement, and a new leak points to uncertainty around its release plans.
Lenovo has released a new 15-inch laptop internationally with a 165 Hz and 1,100 nit OLED display. Also equipped with an 84 Wh battery, the Yoga Pro 7 15ASH11 can assign up to 48 GB VRAM to its Radeon 8060S iGPU, too.
The Olight ArkPro Stars & Stripes flashlight is a special edition of the ArkPro created to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Americaβs founding. Priced at $99, this patriotic EDC flashlight features a bold starsβandβstripes front design paired with a distressed metal finish for a rugged look.
The Maono PD500W AI hybrid microphone delivers high-quality 32-bit-float audio, internal audio recording, audio sweetening, and AI-powered dialog transcription, translation, and summarization. Live streamers can use it wirelessly with phones, laptops, and cameras.
Oppo has confirmed the Reno 16 series for the global market. The lineup is already available for pre-order in select Southeast Asian markets, with launches scheduled for Indonesia and Malaysia in early July 2026.
If the Steam Controller launch repeats, the upcoming SteamOS console will be in short supply for months. Valve has told new buyers not to expect the accessory to ship before 2027. High memory prices and a component shortage have already delayed the Steam Machine release date.
More than five years after it was released, the Arcade Stick for Windows PCs and Nintendo Switch systems can now be purchased in a new color. The new purple color is available now and retains the price of the original.
TerraMow has launched its X AWD robotic mower on Kickstarter, offering a 25% early-backer discount with deliveries planned for September 2026. Built for very large lawns, the mower combines AI vision, nRTK navigation, all-wheel drive, and a 50.2 cm cutting width.
Casio's G-Shock Bold Camo collection is now on sale in the US, comprising four models priced from $145 to $280. The DW6900CMG-3, GA700CMG-3A, GAV01CMG-3A, and GM6900CMG-3 all feature an original G-mark camo pattern with gold accents.
Deal | Black Book is a narrative RPG currently on sale on Steam, in which you must explore a mysterious world and complete various missions. But the dangers are everywhere, and every choice you make will have consequences.
The Sennheiser Accentum Clip deliver music using the high-resolution LDAC audio codec while providing users the ability to hear their surroundings at all times thanks to a clip-on design. The 12mm drivers reproduce Hi-Res Audio with a frequency range of 20Hz to 40kHz.
Midjourney is moving beyond AI image generation with a planned full-body ultrasonic scanner that promises MRI-like 3D imaging in under 60 seconds. Developed with Butterfly Network, the project aims to debut in a San Francisco spa before seeking FDA approval.
Deal | The Motorola Edge 2026 is now available to buy, and for Father's Day, Motorola is offering buyers free gifts with the purchase. The deal which runs until June 21, includes a free smartwatch and a pair of earbuds worth $400 combined.
Asus has finally released a more powerful version of its latest 16-inch gaming laptop in the US. Equipped with 64 GB of RAM and an Intel Panther Lake processor, the ROG Zephyrus G16 can boost its Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU to 160 W this year, too.
SIE leadership has addressed rumors about Sony preserving more console releases as PS5 exclusives. PlayStation CEO Hideaki Nishino stressed the importance of multi-platform live-service games. He was less clear about which single-player titles will remain locked to first-party hardware.
The N2521SQ is a new gaming monitor that Lenovo has introduced in China under its sub-brand Lecoo. It's an affordable QHD monitor with a 275Hz refresh rate, 99% DCI-P3 color coverage, and a 24.5-inch display. The launch price is around $131.41.
The FCC has eased import restrictions for a narrow class of Chinese-made βtoyβ drones, but its strict limits on weight, range, sensors, connectivity, navigation, and flight time exclude most consumer models. DJI remains effectively barred from the U.S. market, as even its smallest drones exceed the new criteria and the company remains on federal restriction lists.
Fortunately, most laptops now support Power Delivery, making it much more convenient not having to carry a different power brick for every device. Some laptops like the Schenker Connect 15, however, still include an additional barrel-style power connector alongside USB-C charging. At first glance this may feel outdated, but in practice it can still offer real advantages.
Anbernic has unveiled a new handheld called the RG 55G1. While it is still keeping the technical details under wraps, the device which looks like a Nintendo Switch Lite has symmetrical thumbsticks, RGB lights, and a cooling fan.
A publishing conglomerate is preparing for a PS6 release date delay to 2028 or later. The Embracer Group warns that the storage and memory shortage could impact the PlayStation console. The PS5 price increase has already limited hardware sales, with fears that its successor will be unaffordable.
GTA 6 marketing has kicked off, and Rockstar has announced a pre-order date. Along with the update comes a scene showing the bustling Vice City at night with a lot of active elements.
A leaker is currently hinting at what many have suspected for weeks: After a long absence from the European market, the Xiaomi 18 Pro series may be the first to turn an exclusive featureβan improved Leica cameraβinto a bestseller on the international stage.
Xiaomiβs Redmi Headphones Neo have expanded to Europe and the UK, offering budget over-ear headphones with ANC, Bluetooth 5.4, 40 mm drivers and USB-C charging. The model also promises up to 72 hours of battery life.
The global shortage, particularly on the RAM and storage market, is also impacting Samsung's next two flagship models, according to supply chain insiders. On the one hand, price increases appear inevitable; on the other hand, entry-level models appear to be offering increasingly few new features.
In our review, the Lenovo ThinkTab X11 proved to be a true all-rounder among mid-range tablets. With its rugged build, 5G connectivity, and eSIM support, it has the potential to be an exciting alternative to an Apple iPad β especially for tech enthusiasts, startups, or even coffeeβshop owners, thanks to its builtβin NFC chip.
Honor has revealed a new smartwatch in the global market, the Watch 6. With a subtle design, it features an AMOLED screen, an aluminum alloy veneer frame, 4 GB of internal storage, a built-in speaker, and an IP69 water and dust resistance rating. Plus, itβs available in shadow black and twilight brown colorways.
Grand Seiko's Daimaru-exclusive SBGA523 is a 200-piece Spring Drive limited edition with a teal peacock feather dial, 9R caliber, 72-hour power reserve, and Β₯825,000 price tag, releasing in early October 2026.
The iPhone 18 Pro, the iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the iPhone Ultra could become significantly more expensive. After Apple CEO Tim Cook had already warned of higher prices, analysts expect that prices starting at $1,399 for the least expensive iPhone 18 Pro are realistic.
Xiaomi has several new TVs on offer, which are both quite affordable and promise impressive picture quality thanks to modern display technology. The models in the Xiaomi TV FX Mini LED series start at just β¬349.
Recent leaks about new Blizzard games may sound almost too good to be true for some fans. WoW Classic Plus, Warcraft 4 and a new ARPG featuring Arthas? This article explains where the current speculation is coming from.
OnePlus has quietly raised the price of the OnePlus 15 in India for the second time since its launch. The flagship now costs significantly more than it did at launch, and there's a chance the price increase might spread to other regions.
Although Forza Horizon 6 once again offers a wide selection of vehicles, one particular gap is frustrating fans: station wagons. Many players feel they are clearly underrepresented. On Reddit, users are currently discussing why wagons are so rare in the FH6 vehicle roster β and which models urgently need to be added.
With the Helio Strap Pro, Amazfit aims to offer more than just another alternative to the Polar Loop, Fitbit Air, and Whoop 5.0. Thatβs because Amazfit not only improves the sensors but also includes a waist-mounted motion sensor, while allowing data to be collected simultaneously with a smartwatch.
There is currently an interesting Steam Machine debate on Reddit: many gamers acknowledge that Valveβs living-room console could be an interesting alternative to a gaming PC, even if its performance may be significantly lower. Still, many apparently would not buy one anyway.
A new SteamDB update is keeping the rumor mill around Valveβs Steam Machine churning. Fans are hoping that a leakerβs claims are accurate and that the living-room PC will be officially unveiled on June 23, 2026.
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8, one of the most substantial updates to its operating system in recent years. Alongside a new Linux kernel, updated graphics drivers and a modernized desktop mode, one detail in particular is fueling speculation: SteamOS 3.8 includes initial support for upcoming Steam Machine hardware.
Rockstar has officially revealed the pre-order date for GTA 6. As confirmed earlier, it will initially be playable only on current-gen consoles, with a PC launch to follow.
Casio's recently unveiled G-Shock GBX-H5600 series has finally arrived in the US at $330. The first G-LIDE watch to feature an optical heart rate monitor, the GBXH5600-1 and GBXH5600-2 feature Polar-powered fitness tracking and a MIP LCD.
It seems like every PC gamer is currently playing digital hide-and-seek. The culprit is Meccha Chameleon, which went viral shortly after its release and simultaneously amassed over 231,000 players. Meanwhile, the Japanese one-man developer behind it is enjoying millions in revenue.
The GMKtec EVO-X3 is now set to launch globally on June 29, 2026. GMK will open "early access registration" on June 22, which will offer a $20 discount coupon. The company has also confirmed all the core specs of this high-end AMD mini PC.
The OnePlus N6 is the first smartphone in the companyβs new N series. Ahead of launch, OnePlus has confirmed a major battery detail, while a Geekbench listing reveals early performance figures.
Porsche built its legacy around the sounds and feel of an air-cooled flat-six engine and couldnβt resist releasing a 2027 electric Taycan with an E-Shift feature. Its electric supercar can pipe synthetic engine noises through the speakers and jolt with simulated gear changes on demand.
As arguably the most exciting ultra-tier foldable this year, the Vivo X Fold 6 drops the βUltraβ moniker and will be available in four colors β one more than previously known. Alongside official images showcasing all its colorways, a promotional video shows the Vivo X Fold 6 enduring several extreme durable tests, including a skydive from an altitude of 4,100 m and a water stream blasted from a ten-ton water cannon.
Casio has listed four new MTP-B185 series watches on its US website as June 2026 releases. The MTPB185D-2A1V, 2A2V, and 7AV are priced at $100 each, while the gold-tone MTPB185G-9AV comes in at $120. All share a 40 mm square stainless steel case.
Lenovo has packed an ARM chip with twelve CPU cores and ten GPU cores into a mini PC that measures just 0.48 liters in volume. Thanks to the efficient ARM chip, which is not made by Qualcomm or MediaTek, the Lenovo AI Host Mini is said to be ideally suited for AI applications.
The Dell XPS 13 (2026) is now available to buy. From our early impressions, the new XPS 13 offers an outstanding value thanks to its high-res and colorful 120 Hz display, good performance, and excellent build quality, all for just $699. The MacBook Neo finally has a worthy competitor.
Rockstar Games has announced The Kortz Center Heist for GTA Online, a major art gallery heist update dropping July 14, 2026, with free platform upgrades and GTA+ bonuses in tow, likely the game's last big content push before GTA 6 launches in November.
SunEnergyXT is expanding its PV solutions portfolio not only with the new PowerBox, but also with an 11 kW wallbox and an AC-coupled home battery storage system.
Amazfit's latest Cheetah 2 Ultra update adds Hyrox Workout Library, Virtual Pace, and race simulation modes, alongside the new HybridCharge Energy Intelligence system and navigation tweaks including route preview and improved map scales.
Citizen has announced a new monochromatic take on its Nighthawk chronograph with the CA0890-54H. It's powered by the company's Eco-Drive solar-powered movement and comes with a gray dial, matching rotating bezel, and tachymeter scale.
Bosch is refreshing its mid-drive motor lineup. The next-generation Active Line Plus delivers up to 600 watts of support and can amplify rider input by more than threefold. Bosch also promises improved responsiveness.
Jackery has released its latest HomePower series in the global market. The lineup consists of a total of three models, the HomePower 3600 Pro Max, the HomePower 2000 Plus v2, and the HomePower 1000 v2. All three models are now available for purchase via Jackeryβs official website.
The Acemagic Kron K5 has been announced as an affordable mini PC that's powered by the Intel Core 5 320. This Wildcat Lake system will sport 16GB of RAM, have support for triple 4K display output, and feature two M.2 slots for SSDs.
Deal | Lost Ruins, Altari Games' anime-styled survival action game, is at its all-time low on Steam at $5.99 β 70% off until June 24. Gorgeous pixel art, inventory-based combat, and multiple endings make it worth picking up.
Seiko has announced four new Presage Classic Series models inspired by Japanese silk, launching in July 2026. The HCC001J, HCC002J, HCC003J, and limited-edition HCC008 all run the 6R51 caliber with a 72-hour power reserve and are exclusive to Seiko Global Brand Core Shops.
Samsung has opened UK pre-orders for the Galaxy XR headset, priced at Β£1,699 with shipping starting July 8. The device, previously exclusive to South Korea and the US since its October launch, is available in a single Silver Shadow colorway. Samsung is running several launch promotions.
Deal | Bandai Namco's Tales of Series 30th Anniversary Sale on Steam brings Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition to $9.99 (-80%) and Tales of Symphonia to $4.99 (-75%) β both confirmed all-time Steam lows per SteamDB data. Sale ends June 24.
OnePlus has quietly released a new variant of the OnePlus 15R in India. This new version of the Android smartphone is more powerful than the earlier version as it has more RAM, although the color options are limited.
ChatGPTβs share of the AI assistant market has fallen below 50% for the first time, as rivals Google Gemini and Anthropic Claude gain ground. The report suggests users are increasingly willing to switch platforms based on trust, integration and productivity strengths.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has admitted in an exclusive Wall Street Journal interview that price hikes for Apple products are coming due to the severe shortage of memory components as AI data centers continue to demand more of these. Impacted products and timing were not revealed.
Update | PS5 games with adult content are appearing on the consoleβs recently played list. A hacker may have gained access to the PSN backend, adding titles not even available on the PlayStation Store. Criticized for failing to address security flaws, Sony has now disabled this dashboard feature. Update (May 18th 2:56PM CEST): Some users are reporting that their recently played lists are returning to normal.
Deal | Medieval Dynasty is a survival RPG developed by Render Cube in which you must manage a community and help it grow. However, you'll need to meet the needs of your citizens while exploring a vast open world.
Development of the second-generation Apple iPhone Air is in full swing. Bloomberg has now uncovered details about the planned upgrades, with which the ultra-thin smartphone is set to hit the market in the first half of 2027.
Seiko has quietly built a repeatable anime collab formula in 2026, and the new Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood watch is the clearest proof yet that it's working (and that the brand is choosing its IP partners very deliberately).
Through FCC documents, gamers are learning more about the Steam Frame. The company is likely to offer an accessory kit for the VR headset that includes a swappable battery. Even as their release dates grow closer, Valve has yet to confirm the price of the Index successor or Steam Machine.
A high-performance Amazfit smartwatch is receiving a new software update that introduces several significant new features. Golfers in particular stand to benefit from the latest version for the Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro, which we have already tested.
After nearly four years, the Fujifilm X-T5 is finally set to get a successor. The latest rumors suggest at least two new features for the Fujifilm X-T6, following earlier rumors that had already pointed to a new 40-megapixel X-Trans sensor and a more modern processor.
Despite the ongoing legal battle, leaker Jon Prosser has been active in sharing leaks and renders for upcoming iPhone models. His latest could very well be the final version of the iPhone Ultra.
Following a recent update to the Shelly Control platform, the company has introduced a new feature for managing multiple homes. This can be highly practical in everyday life, considering that users previously had to rely on external platforms for similar features.
With high performance: The Orange Pi 6 is a new mini PC that should clearly outperform the Raspberry Pi in several areas. It uses an SoC with 12 CPU cores. There are two fast Ethernet ports, along with two PCIe 4.0 ports.
Switching from an Apple iPhone to an Android smartphone is much easier with Android 17. More data than ever can be transferred automatically and wirelessly, including passwords and passkeys, as well as data from some third-party apps.
Avowed 2 could escape the fallout from anticipated Xbox Game Studios closures and layoffs. The Obsidian Entertainment co-founder previously confirmed the game was in development. An insider has rejected a rumor about the RPG's cancellation, even with the original notching lackluster sales.
Deal | SEGA's popular hospital management sim, Two Point Hospital, has hit its all-time Steam low of $4.49 (-85%) in a special promotion ending June 25. SteamDB confirms the game has never sold for less on Steam, which basically makes this a rare buy-now moment.
Deal | The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is an 8-inch Android tablet with high-end specs including Qualcomm's current flagship chipset as well as 12GB RAM, 256GB UFS 4.1 storage and a very smooth 165Hz screen with a 3K resolution.
Well before Appleβs first launches its foldable and Samsung unveils its first ultra-class foldable phone, the Vivo X Fold6 is sure to catch the eye of fans of the renowned Zeiss cameras. A brand-new promotional video in 4K quality and high-quality promotional images showcase it in its best light prior to its launch.
Huawei's new folding patent reveals the next stage of smartphone development. Horizontally folding tri-fold smartphones are already a reality, but Huawei now hopes to introduce a vertically folding tri-fold device. Basically, a Galaxy Z Flip that folds twice instead of just in the middle.
In collaboration with Google, the University of San Diego plans to build a data center using 2,000 old Pixel smartphones. This is intended to demonstrate that old cell phones can be put to good use instead of being stored in drawers.
GTA 5 and GTA Online have had an active community since their launch in 2013. Rockstar has now announced a free upgrade for the game as we move closer to the launch of GTA 6.
Chinese smartphone manufacturers have enriched the European flagship camera smartphone landscape this year with the Xiaomi 18 Ultra, Vivo X300 Ultra, and Oppo Find X9 Ultra, but the development of at least one of the three successors remains uncertain. A leaker has now revealed the rough timeline and pricing plans for the Vivo X500 Ultra and Oppo Find X10 Ultra.
Jackery has launched the FridgeGuard globally. Itβs advertised as the worldβs slimmest refrigerator backup battery. With a plug-and-play design, the FridgeGuard features a 1,024 Wh LiFePOβ battery, a 1,600 W peak output, a 10 ms UPS switchover, and a 15-hour off-grid runtime. Plus, it is also expandable up to 2,048 Wh through a battery pack.
The GMKtec EVO-X3 has now been formally announced in China, and it's essentially a reshaped EVO-X2 with some notable upgrades. It's powered by the same AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, and has an OCuLink port.
A credible leaker has stated that the OnePlus 16 will come with almost a bezel-less display that will be even cleaner than the OnePlus 15. The phone is going to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC and have a 185Hz refresh rate.
The Intel Wildcat Lake Dell XPS 13 is now available to purchase. It's a new MacBook Neo rival with a 120Hz touchscreen, sleek and lightweight build, and quad-speaker setup. The starting price is $599.99 for students and $699.99 for the rest.
Deal | Call to Arms is an unusual hybrid that first lets players command units in tried-and-tested RTS fashion, then pick up a rifle themselves. The title is currently available again on Steam at its all-time low price of under $4.
The crease on the Oppo Find N6 is not only significantly less visible but also barely perceptible to the touch. This is made possible by a new generation of hinges featuring optimized display support and a special glass structure.
The latest docking station for the Nintendo Switch (OLED) and the Nintendo Switch 2 weighs less than a third of the original dock; thanks to its compact design with a dust-proof flap, the GuliKit Dock is said to be ideal for travel.
After announcing that the Pocket Micro 2 will be getting a battery life improvement, Ayaneo has revealed the battery capacity. The bigger battery alongside the new Snapdragon processor should translate to longer playtime for users.
After previous rumors, Peeves the Poltergeistβs live-action debut has now finally been confirmed. He will be played by Peter Serafinowicz. Early community reactions have been mostly positive.
TBH: Task Bar Hero is a free idle RPG that runs directly in the taskbar and lets players earn Steam Wallet credit through the Steam Marketplace. Currently, only 50% of its Steam reviews are positive.
In Forza Horizon 6, it is apparently not only users of the Eliminator exploit who are facing credit rollbacks. Players using Auto Drive for AFK farming may also be affected. Playground Games appears to have confirmed this unofficially in a response to a support ticket.
Casio has unveiled a new limited-edition G-Shock DW-5600 created in collaboration with Seoul-based streetwear label "thisisneverthat." The watch pairs a translucent resin exterior with a black case and inverted display. It will go on sale on June 19 in select markets, including the US, Europe, Japan, and South Korea.
Deal | HeistGeist is a cyberpunk-themed RPG deck-builder that appears to be very well received by players, judging by its 96% positive Steam reviews. The game is currently available on Steam with a 60% discount for $7.96 instead of $19.90.
After a six-year hiatus, Google is finally launching a smart speaker again. The brand-new Google Home Speaker features 360-degree sound, Google's Gemini Live AI assistant, and the ability to control smart home devices.
Charging Tesla's robotaxi two-seater wirelessly will take about two hours, according to the leaked Cybercab specs. Its range has also been pegged at longer-than-expected 418 miles on a charge by the EPA.
Is the rugged and extremely enduring Lenovo tablet with its stylus, a good alternative to Galaxy tablets with Samsung's S Pen? In this review conclusion, we take a closer look at the Lenovo Tab Pen XE for the ThinkTab X11 Gen 1.
Despite its compact dimensions, Jonsboβs latest Micro-ATX case offers space for up to nine fans, two hard drives, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090. The Jonsbo D33 aims to win over customers with a large side window and a wooden front panel at an attractive price.
Casio's Japan-inspired G-Shock DW5600AKA-4 and DW6900AKA-4, themed around the traditional Akachochin red lantern, are now available in the US at $190 each via Casio's website, up from their Japanese launch price of Β₯22,000.
Anbernic has released a new Linux update for the RG Vita Pro. The update brings visual changes as well as under-the-hood improvements to the PS Vita-styled handheld.
Nvidia is reportedly gearing up to launch the RTX 50 Super series GPUs as a refresh of the RTX 50 series boards. While AMD has officially revealed no new GPU plans, Moore's Law Is Dead leaked new RDNA 4 cards that could be in the works. The leaker now thinks that the plan might get changed.
The first Sony sensor based on LOFIC, a technology already available in the Xiaomi 18 Ultra, was officially launched today. It significantly improves dynamic range and is expected to benefit Oppo's and Vivo's next Hasselblad and Zeiss flagship cameras this fall. A launch video demonstrates the impressive HDR advantage.
A developer on X has reverse-engineered Apple's M4 Neural Engine to unlock 15.8 TFLOPS of hidden AI training capability, bypassing Apple's software restrictions through a custom Model Intermediate Language built entirely outside the official CoreML and Metal development ecosystem.
A direct comparison between an iPhone 17 Pro Max and its successor in form of a plastic model reinforces rumors of a thicker camera module, suggesting a camera upgrade is very likely. Otherwise though, little has changed, as a test with iPhone 17 Pro Max cases shows.
Deal | 8bitdo is now running the AliExpress Super Sale on its official AliExpress storefront. The sale brings good discounts on controllers like the 8bitdo Ultimate 2 wireless controller, 8bitdo Pro 3 wireless controller, 8bitdo Ultimate 2C, and more.
Priced at $34.99, the Kodak Charmera is one of the most affordable digital compact cameras on the market. This tiny camera is being released in a Millennium Edition featuring seven new color options inspired by designs from the turn of the millennium.
Asus has launched the Dawn 7S Ryzen Edition in China at 6,999 Yuan (around $965), a business-focused laptop powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 with a 50 TOPS NPU, 16GB DDR5 RAM expandable to 96GB, a 1TB SSD, WiFi 7, and a 70Wh battery with 65W fast charging, with global availability yet to be confirmed.
The Rollme Hero D5 aims to bring dual-band GPS and offline maps to the budget smartwatch segment. It features a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, 5 ATM water resistance, 170+ sports modes, and a 600 mAh battery, priced at $69.99.
Deal | Amazon has dropped the Apple AirPods Pro 3 to their lowest price ever, slashing $80 off before Prime Day starts. This makes it one of the steepest discounts yet on Appleβs top inβear earbuds, which offer Personalized Spatial Audio, heart rate monitoring, and highly-rated ANC.
Deal | Two Point Campus, Two Point Studios' acclaimed university management sim, is 85% off on Steam at $4.49 until June 25. The all-time low is $2.99 β but at $1.50 more for a Very Positive-rated game, the wait isn't exactly worth it.
Viltrox has launched the AF 28 mm F4.5 Chip L. It's a full-frame autofocus pancake lens for L-Mount cameras at only $99. It weighs just 60 g, measures 13.2 mm thick, features VCM autofocus, a built-in slide-lever lens cover, and a 0.32 m minimum focusing distance.
The GPD Box mini PC is now available to purchase via Indiegogo. Its Core Ultra 7 356H configuration is among the first commercial PCs to feature the OCuLink-beating MCIO 8i port. The starting price is $1,452.
A Sony patent filed in November 2024 and published in May 2026 describes a PlayStation controller with buttons that physically harden or soften using fluid-filled membranes or magneto-viscoelastic elastomers, offering a glimpse at how the company is reimagining haptic feedback ahead of a potential next-generation console around 2028 or 2029.
The Lenovo Legion PB9 is a new power bank introduced in China. It features an advertised capacity of 24,000mAh and has support for up to 170W fast charging. The retail price is CNY 549, around $82.
Bluettiβs new FridgePower ultra-slim portable power station is now officially available for purchase via the companyβs official website. The power station features a 2,016 Wh capacity, delivering 1,800 W of maximum output. Plus, itβs expandable up to 8,064 Wh via three BlueCell 200 expansion batteries.
While Samsung is rumored to stick with the camera from the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for another model year, the Vivo X Fold 6 is delivering a significantly upgraded camera experience in a foldable format. A first official teaser video once again summarizes the benefits of the 9x zoom foldable, along with a first look at all color options and the launch date in China.
With the new Leapmotor B05, a major budget contender is entering the German EV market. In the first drive report, the compact C-segment model stands out with generous equipment and rear-wheel drive at an aggressive price, but it also has some software shortcomings.
A recent Nintendo hack provided rare insight into the mindset of its employees. The workers resented the introduction of Microsoft Copilot, a generative AI assistant. However, there is no evidence that AI tools have created assets for first-party Switch 2 games.
Samsungβs Galaxy Z Fold 8 has appeared in an FCC listing under model number SM-F971U, confirming a book-style foldable design. The filing points to a Snapdragon-powered device with Wi-Fi 7, UWB, NFC, wireless and reverse wireless charging, DisplayPort and satellite connectivity.
Physical copies of Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 have reportedly surfaced at retailers, reinforcing earlier leaks about an enhanced release with all updates, DLC, bonus content, and performance improvements. While the packaging suggests a Game Key Card requiring a large download and points to a possible June 23, 2026 launch, Sega has not officially announced the title or its release date.
Lenovoβs disputed G02 retro handheld has resurfaced on AliExpress as the SUNYAO G02, marketed as βinvested by Lenovoβ and offered with up to 30,000 preloaded games. The relisting renews scrutiny over Lenovoβs links to a China-only white-label device previously criticized for shipping internationally with allegedly illegal ROMs.
Chipolo has released its Loop Bluetooth tracker for Android and Apple devices in two limited edition colors. Co-developed with members of its community, the new colors arrive a few weeks after the release of a Mercedes edition.
Microsoft is reportedly exploring restructuring options for Xbox, including a possible spin-off or joint venture, while approving larger budgets for major franchises such as Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, and Halo.
Microsoft has released a new 15-inch laptop globally. Sold with a higher resolution display than its predecessor, the new Surface Laptop 8 15-inch also features up to 64 GB of RAM and a 12-core Snapdragon X2 Elite chipset with up to 19 hours of battery life in official tests.
Sources cited by Bloomberg have once again provided an interesting look at Apple's future, this time focused on the 2027 anniversary year. In addition to a jump from the iPhone 18 Pro to the iPhone 20 Pro, the insiders also mention a second foldable iPhone, smart AirPods with cameras, and wide-ranging plans for Apple's A-series chips.
Deal | Blasphemous 2 is a 2D Metroidvania published by Team17, in which you will have to explore a mysterious and dangerous world to put an end to a new threat. And currently, it is available for less than $8 on Steam.
SanDisk has unveiled one of the most expensive PS5 storage upgrades yet. The $2960 Optimus GX Pro 850P adds 8TB of space to the console, enough for hundreds of games. The company is receiving blowback after pricing the PlayStation licensed NVMe SSD well above comparable PCIe 4.0 drives.
Microsoft has released a new 13-inch laptop globally. Packing Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 platform, the Surface Laptop 8 13.8 also combines a 120 Hz display with up to 64 GB of RAM, a Snapdragon X2 Elite chipset and 20 hours of battery life on a single charge.
Google has launched a browser-based version of Google Earthβs Flight Simulator, allowing users to explore the planet from the air. The feature also adds 3D visuals and expanded web functionality, though mastering virtual flight may take some practice.
Google has released Android 17, as well as the latest Feature Drop for smartphones starting with the Google Pixel 6. The biggest update of the year includes, among other things, a gaming mode for foldable phones, Screen Reactions, and Gemini Omni AI video features.
With strong performance and Windows compatibility: A new and particularly compact computing board could also be a powerful alternative to the Raspberry Pi. The UP WCL also supports Windows as an operating system.
Google has just released Wear OS 7, the biggest operating system update of the year for the Google Pixel Watch. Among other things, the update is expected to give the smartwatch longer battery life, new Gemini Intelligence AI features, and notifications with live updates.
Bambu Lab is now offering a new type of filament in Europe as well. PLA Pure is designed to meet various regulatory requirements, making it safe to use in certain applications. Even so, there are several things to keep in mind.
Sony has added a bunch of new titles to its Game Catalog for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers. It includes eight games, one of which is a PS2-era title exclusive to the Premium tier.
Xreal has finally made the Aura smart glasses official, with reservations open for early adopters. The glasses feature OLED displays and require a Computing Puck to run Android XR.
In our review, the ThinkTab X11 deliveres an impressive battery life. This mid-range tablet lasts nearly three times as long as an Apple iPad and comes with features that are unmatched in the Android segment. However, not everything in our review is record-breaking.
With CG Deck, a startup is developing a handheld PC that, thanks to an Intel processor and modular input devices, can be used both as a gaming handheld and as a Linux server. With a battery life of eight hours and open-source firmware, CG Deck is said to be extremely versatile.
The Redmi K90 Ultra has now been officially teased. Xiaomi has confirmed that it will be geared for gaming, but didn't share much about the flagship phone. However, past reports have suggested that it will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite and active cooling.
With Snap Specs, the company behind Snapchat is introducing one of the most advanced pairs of AR glasses in the world. The built-in display is said to have a latency of just seven milliseconds, the battery is said to last up to 20 hours with a charging case, and the software is said to offer more than just an AI assistant.
Solar power surpassed coal in the US electricity mix for the first time in May 2026, generating 12.8% of national electricity compared with coalβs 12.2%. The milestone underscores clean energyβs expanding role despite continued political and policy divisions over climate action.
Jackery has launched the HomePower Emergency Pro series power stations in collaboration with the American Red Cross. The lineup consists of a total of three models, including the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus Red Cross Edition, the Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 Red Cross Edition, and the Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 Red Cross Edition.
Deal | Retroid has announced a limited-time sale on its handhelds in celebration of the 618 shopping festival. However, a particular model wouldn't be discounted throughout the period.
The G-Shock x Coca-Cola GA2100CC-3A is now listed on the US Casio website at $200. The limited-edition collab features a translucent green bio-based resin case and strap inspired by the classic Coca-Cola contour bottle, marking the beverage brand's 140th anniversary.
The Maono P1 and P2 hybrid audio interfaces allow creators and performers to capture 24-bit, 192 kHz audio from microphones and musical instruments for live streaming and music production from phones and laptops. Both can be connected to DSLRs, enabling live mixing of recorded performances.
Siri AI will be coming to a wide range of Apple devices with iOS 27, macOS 27, and iPadOS 27. The updated animation currently has a pill shape, but with the iPhone 18 series, that might change.
Xbox is adding seven new games to Game Pass for the second half of June and early July. These titles include a Call of Duty game, a popular RV game, and a couple of Tony Hawkβs Pro Skater titles.
Longer endurance is always a plus for a laptop, as long as it doesnβt come too much at the expense of weight and price. But what kind of battery life is currently appropriate for a business laptop? Using the Schenker Connect 15 as an example, we take a look at what 6.6 hours is still worth today.
Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball has reassured fans that more Xbox exclusive games will follow. A rumor suggested that given the companyβs financial struggles, Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution were isolated cases. With slow console sales, there is skepticism that exclusivity can boost profits.
First unveiled at CES 2025, the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt finally has a launch date: June 29, 2026, arriving at $399 with Ultra Wideband hands-free unlocking via Apple Home Key, Matter over Thread smart home integration, Aliro certification for Android support, and WiFi remote access.
The iPhone Ultra, or whatever it ends up being called, is expected to arrive alongside the iPhone 18 Pro phones, but there could be a small delay. A known leaker, however, is confident that there wonβt be one.
The RedMagic Tablet 5 Pro, which is set to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, finally has a launch date. This new flagship gaming tablet is set to launch in China on June 30, 2026, and the global debut should be announced soon.
Lenovo's ThinkPads offer support for Linux out of the box and some models can also be purchased with Linux. We tested the current ThinkPad T16 Gen 5 with Linux and checked the support of functions and features.
The Jaye Band is designed to help people disconnect from their smartphones, rather than serving as an extension of them. The Jaye Band focuses on life's important moments, while the daily flood of notifications is blocked by default.
Amazfit has launched a new hybrid-training system designed for athletes who combine strength and endurance workβincluding competitive Hyrox racers. The system helps users find the optimal balance between endurance and strength training.
Deal | A role-playing game that is more than 30 years old is currently available on Steam for under $2 for the first time in more than five years. Because of its unforgiving nature, the game is also known as the βDark Souls of the early β90s.β
Electronic Arts is expanding its advertising business. With βEA Advertising,β the publisher plans to integrate ads directly into gameplay in the future. What EA describes as authentic and dynamic brand integration is already drawing heavy criticism from the gaming community.
Microsoft has released a new Surface Pro powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 platform. Also equipped with up to 64 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz OLED display, the Surface Pro 12 is said to deliver 15% longer battery life than the older Surface Pro 11, too.
After a baby-related mishap, a Steam Deck user simply wanted to buy a replacement carrying case for their Steam Deck OLED from Valve. Instead, the company behind Steam is apparently sending them one free of charge, and the community is praising the gesture.
The Snap Key adds an extra convenience button to the Oppo Find N6 for quick actions and AI features. While practical for everyday use, it remains significantly more limited than the fully customizable button solutions offered by other manufacturers.
Video | After the successful comeback of the XPS 14 and XPS 16 earlier this year, Dell is also staying true to their promise to make the XPS family more affordable with the all-new XPS 13.
And the small, lightweight laptop might actually redefine what you can expect from a budget-friendly laptop in 2026. (Ad)
A Forza Horizon 6 player has publicly questioned on Reddit whether some players earned their enormous fortunes legitimately. Many Redditors agree and suspect exploits may be behind the wealth. Others point to a legitimate method that can indeed generate hundreds of millions of credits.
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick is currently making the rounds on social media in a typical βHow did you get so rich?β street interview, where he also talks about GTA 6. Hardly anyone in the community believes this was a spontaneous encounter. Instead, many fans suspect the interview could mark the start of the announced summer marketing push for GTA 6.
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is the first handheld gaming console to use the Intel Arc G3 Extreme SoC. This makes the Claw 8 EX AI+ the most powerful portable console on the market, as the Arc G3 Extreme features the impressive Arc B390 iGPU. However, it also makes the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ super expensive.
Microsoft is reportedly shutting down or selling Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion Games as new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma overhauls a gaming division that has shed roughly $500 million in annual revenue despite over $20 billion in studio spending.
For the first time, the iPhone 18 is not expected to be unveiled alongside the Pro models, but rather nearly six months later. The wait could be worth it, however, as the Apple is expected to give the base model 50 percent more RAM and new AI features, among other upgrades.
Microsoft has expanded the Xbox Game Pass Stream Your Own Game library with 51 new titles. The lineup includes Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Darksiders III, and more.
Oura is facing new competition, as Japanese tech giant Sharp enters the smart ring market with the Karada Mate Ring. With four sensors housed in a durable titanium case and an exceptionally long battery life, Sharp aims to outpace the competition.
Japanese tech giant Sharp is entering the highly competitive smartwatch market. The Karada Mate Watch automatically tracks calories when you eat, compares calorie intake with calories burned, and also alerts you if you aren't drinking enough.
An engineering sample of the Ninkear M8_226V has surfaced, packing Intel's Lunar Lake Core Ultra 5 226V, front-mounted OCuLink, and USB4 in a 128Γ128 mm chassis β directly addressing the USB4 and OCuLink gaps flagged in our AMD M8 review.
Perhaps the most surprising cell phone of the year comes from Commodore, as the Callback 8020 exudes full-on retro charm with its transparent case, wired headphones, and T9 keyboard. Since most Android apps run on it, the Callback 8020 could theoretically replace a regular smartphone.
Windows 11 users can now log directly into a new "Xbox mode". Xbox mode replaces Windows 11's normal UI with a controller-friendly UI that can integrate multiple game stores like Steam and Epic. Xbox mode also frees up some resources to improve gaming performance. However, the end result is rather disappointing.
With the Aquos R11, Sharp has unveiled one of the most unusual smartphones on the market; not only does the device feature a unique RGB LED strip on the back, but it also boasts a Pro IGZO OLED panel manufactured by Sharp itself, which achieves an impressive refresh rate of 240 Hz.
Ayaneo has shared more details of the upcoming Pocket Micro 2. The Android handheld will feature upgrades in key areas including performance which will be handled by a Qualcomm processor.
Casio has listed the AQ230A-7DMQY on its US website for $59.95. The new variant of the long-running AQ230 ana-digi series features a white dial with silver-tone stainless steel bracelet, dual time, stopwatch, and a three-year battery life.
Citizen has expanded its vintage-inspired Rolan collection with the new AW2110-14Z. Featuring a salmon dial, a 41mm stainless-steel case, and the brand's Eco-Drive solar-powered movement, the latest model delivers classic dress-watch styling for $395.
The 150W Multi-port GaN Power Adapter is a new fast charger from Lenovo, and it's now available in China. It has a launch price of CNY 339, around $50, and the charging brick comes with a three-port design.
The Logitech G316 X wired gaming keyboard aims to virtually eliminate latency. Buyers can customize the accessoryβs mechanical switches, as well as its RGB light bar and keys. The 98% Logitech keyboard debuts on June 30th as a key component of the G3 series.
A popular wireless gaming mouse is finally seeing a long-awaited refresh. The 60-gram Logitech G305 X Superlight is now rechargeable and more versatile with Bluetooth connectivity. Its design is largely unchanged, but a Hero 44K optical sensor targets competitive gamers.
Honor has revealed the design of the upcoming X80 Pro Max battery behemoth smartphone, confirming it will be available in four color options. The reveal comes alongside a leak that has disclosed the phone's key specifications.
The 6.78-inch Tecno Spark 50 Pro is designed to be thin, with a 7.8 mm profile, and last all day thanks to a 6,000 mAh battery. The mid-range phone is drop, dust and water resistant and comes with a 50MP Sony Lytia camera.
A relatively affordable smartwatch is gaining powerful new features with a free firmware update. It introduces enhanced navigation options and a normalised pace metric for athletes, while the Amazfit Balance 2 also benefits from additional refinements.
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 was silently announced through iF Design in February 2026. Now, the company has listed the tablet for sale. This 12.1-inch pad with a large JBL speaker starts at β¬429.01 in the EU.
Seiko has unveiled two limited-edition 5 Sports SKX watches in collaboration with San Francisco skate brand FTC. The HDB011J8 and HDB012J8 arrive in July 2026 with tight production runs of 860 and 663 pieces respectively, available only in Japan and the US.
Several Samsung foldable phones and smartwatches have just surfaced on FCC certification records. The listings point to the expected Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Watch 9 models, and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, though the rumored Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide has not yet appeared.
Googleβs next Pixel Drop is expected to introduce Screen Reactions, a feature that lets creators record themselves alongside on-screen activity without having to use separate editing tools. The update may also bring Gemini Omni video tools and AI-generated music features, though Google is yet to confirm a release date.
Digital Foundry studied The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake teaser. With 1440p/60fps performance, Nintendo may struggle to offer open-world gameplay on the Switch 2. Itβs more likely that developers will prioritize quality-of-life tweaks and substantial graphical upgrades.
Vivo has revealed new camera and display details for the upcoming X Fold 6. The foldable phone is confirmed to feature a Zeiss-tuned camera system and an 8.02-inch inner display.
DJI has finally released its latest vlogging camera after months of teasers. Equipped with a new 3x zoom lens, the Osmo Pocket 4P also boasts higher dynamic range than the Osmo Pocket 4, among other differences from existing Osmo Pocket cameras.
The Intel Panther Lake series is turning everyday office and business subnotebooks into capable gaming machines powerful enough to run the latest demanding titles at decent 1080p settings.
Deal | Google's Pixel 9a is back on sale, dropping to $399 for a limited time. With nearly identical specs to the newer Pixel 10a, a bright OLED display, capable cameras, and seven years of software support, it remains one of the best mid-range smartphone deals around.
Deal | Released on August 18, 2022, Thymesia is a third-person action RPG in which you must free the kingdom of Hermes from terrifying creatures in Souls-like combat. And it is currently 75% off on Steam for a limited time.
With the memory shortage impacting budgets, some buyers are seeing unexpected relief. Microsoft has listed new Xbox games for less than what Europeans typically pay. The first-party Fable and Gears of War: E-Day pre-orders are available for β¬69.99 rather than β¬79.99.
Nimble's new Sharepower portable battery pack can be split into separate units, allowing users to literally share the power bank with a friend. Each half has a 5,000mAh battery capacity and USB-C ports for charging.
With the ExpertCenter Pro ET900N G3, Asus aims to offer a "desktop AI supercomputer." The workstation features an Nvidia processor with 72 ARM cores and an Nvidia Grace Blackwell Ultra GPU with a memory bandwidth of 7.1 TB/s.
Once again, the partnership with Elon Musk has allowed Samsung to broaden its portfolio further. The company has been working with Neuralink to develop the next generation of brain chips, and production is expected to start early next year.
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge packs a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite processor, and two USB 4 ports into a 12.3-millimeter-thin laptop. The Galaxy Book6 Edge is now available in stores.
The Honor X70 Pro Max has launched in China just a week before the release of the Honor X80 Pro Max. The new phone packs a 120Hz OLED display, a pretty big battery, and an advanced network antenna design.
Many notebook manufacturers talk about sustainability and long product lifespans. At the same time, one feature that could significantly improve both has all but disappearedβexcept on a single current business laptop.
An insider has shared thoughts on what Microsoft could do with Project Helix to keep costs down. The next-generation Xbox could become an industry first to ship without a controller.
Update | Square Enix releases a free progress-carrying demo for The Adventures of Elliot, ditching turn-based combat for real-time action ahead of its June 18 launch. Update: The first review has dropped.
The Oppo Find N6 noticeably improves the foldable concept: an almost invisible fold, powerful hardware and long battery life meet minor weaknesses in cooling and camera equipment.
Astronomers have discovered a super-Neptune with one of the lowest densities ever found. But while this discovery is important, further studies will need to be conducted to better understand this celestial object.
The first tablet of the ThinkTab series and the ThinkPadβs βAndroidβ counterpart is a real hidden gem. The mid-range tablet was launched quietly with almost no coverage. Given its excellent specs, the Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 is certainly not just for business user.
Baseus has launched a successor to the RD1 11-in-1 docking station from a couple of years ago. The Pro model offers 15 connectivity options for a heftier price tag.
In June 2026, RAM in Germany already costs more than four times as much as it did a year ago. While prices are no longer rising as quickly as they did over the winter, the DRAM crisis continues to worsen, with 32 GB of RAM already costing well over β¬300.
Although some reviews have called Dragon's Dogma 2 an "unforgettable adventure," its DLC policy and performance have been criticized by some fans. Capcom is now making amends by permanently lowering the game's price, likely not least to fuel the hype for the upcoming expansion.
Xbox strategy chief Matthew Ball clarified that his recent comments were misinterpreted and did not signal plans to introduce intrusive in-game ads, stressing that βinterrupting the gameplay experience would be bad.β
Citizen has just unveiled its first Disney Moana watch, and it's timed to the upcoming film release (July 10). The limited-edition Eco-Drive model features wave motifs, a mother-of-pearl dial, and a teal leather strap, and ships in a collectible box set with a commemorative pin.
The Oppo AI Pen complements the Find N6 ecosystem with a smart stylus for writing, highlighting, and AI-powered note-taking. It is particularly useful for productive work on the large inner display.
Microsoft may be considering financing to make Xbox console prices more palatable. A Better xCloud datamine revealed a buy now, pay later option through PayPal or Klarna. Payments for games or the Series X, S, or upcoming Project Helix would be split into interest-free, monthly installments.
The UK government plans to ban under-16s from major social media platforms from 2027. However, there are doubts surrounding the enforcement and effectiveness of such a ban in view of the mixed results in Australia.
Deal | The GMKtec K16, which launched earlier in 2026, is currently enjoying an early Prime Day discount. This AMD mini PC with OCuLink and 32GB of RAM is currently down to $639.98, which is its lowest price on Amazon
Action cameras are featuring increasingly larger sensors and, in some cases, even features like a variable aperture or a flip-out display. The Movmax Vintage camera cage is designed to transform high-end action cameras like the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 or the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro into compact cameras.
The brand-new Vezerlezer WK2 EDC flashlight isnβt just magnetic and equipped with a USB-C port for charging; this compact, rain-resistant gadget also features a UV light, a laser, and a larger floodlight in white and red.
Contrary to what many expected, the iPhone Ultra will not launch in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, but rather many months later. A report from Taiwan, based on information from Apple's supply chain, also reveals the expected starting prices of the most expensive iPhone ever.
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, equipped with the brand-new Intel Arc G3 Extreme, 32 GB of RAM, an 80 Wh battery, and an 8-inch, 120 Hz 1080p touchscreen, is one of the most powerful gaming handhelds on the market. MSI has now confirmed the price of the handheld.
Deal | Drone Perspective is a tactical game played from an unusual perspective β namely, that of a drone. The current 20% Steam discount brings the gameβs price down to around $10 for the first time.
While SpaceX is earning new business for its Starlink satellite constellation with the State Department signing it up as their default disaster communications service provider, it also now has shareholders to report to. It has therefore removed several freebies and perks it offered prior to the IPO.
The OneXPlayer X2 and Apex Air have been showcased in an event held in China. These are new gaming handhelds powered by Intel Arc G3 Extreme, Intel's top-end handheld APU that's positioned against the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme.
HBO is apparently looking for an actor to play Colin Creevey β a character many probably only remember as one of the students petrified by the Basilisk in the second film. For some fans, this is fueling further hopes for a more faithful Harry Potter series.
OnePlus has confirmed the first model in its new smartphone series. The OnePlus N6 is set to launch in India, and its first teaser image shows the device in multiple color options.
The Legion Tab Gen 5 is Lenovo's latest Android gaming tablet. It packs the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 alongside 12 GB of RAM. This combination results in impressive performance, as the Legion Tab Gen 5 is shown to emulate console and PC games quite well.
Forza players on Reddit are frustrated with the current online meta, which appears to be dominated above all by one vehicle: the Honda Beat. However, its strength is not only down to its specs, but also to the carβs tuning potential.
Given the expected price of the Steam Machine, some fans now want Valve to bring back an accessory it once offered: the Steam Link β but in a modernized form.
After a previous leak revealed the possible embargo date for the Steam Machine, more concrete details have now emerged regarding the planned unveiling and the start of reservations. According to the new information, Valve could officially present its living room PC in less than two weeks.
The Vivo Watch GT 2 is finally available in Europe. The smartwatch looks similar to the Apple Watch, but Vivo touts a battery life of up to 25 days and impressive features, including a bright 2,400-nit AMOLED display.
The next generation of Starlink hardware that SpaceX has been producing for launch after its IPO seems to be focused on design improvements aiming at portability. The Standard dish may fit in a backpack, while the Mini kit could be more rugged and have its own battery.
Ayaneo has revealed that its smallest horizontal handheld, the Pocket Micro will be getting a successor. It hasn't revealed any technical details nor has it shared any images of the device, but that might happen soon.
Deal | Nvidia launched the GeForce RTX 5090 at a starting price of $1,999. However, due to the AI craze, the RTX 5090 price shot up quite quickly. Currently, buying an RTX 5090 at MSRP is practically impossible. Newegg is now selling an ABS Kaze gaming PC, which brings an RTX 5090 at a reasonable price.
Garmin has released Garmin Express 7.29.0, a new update for its smartwatch companion software. The update addresses multiple bugs and improves device management, including syncing, map updates, and content handling.
The Minix N304-AI has been introduced as a new affordable mini PC with an Intel Wildcat Lake processor. It's powered by the Core 3 304, which is paired with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM. Launch and pricing details are yet to be officially shared.
Deal | Geekom has officially discounted its A8 mini PC, whose AMD Ryzen 7 APU and Radeon 780M iGPU provide excellent performance for office, productivity, and even lightweight gaming use cases. With the discount code, you can get the Geekom A8 for 20% off, or just $519, until July 2.
Deal | The Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar is now at its lowest price ever again on Amazon after a 30% discount. The soundbar utilizes nine speakers, Dolby Atmos and Bose TrueSpace technologies to deliver the company's best surround sound experience. It can be connected to wireless Bose subwoofers for additional bass.
The competition is not sleeping, and in 2026, one rival in particular appears ready to take on Samsung's first Ultra foldable: The Vivo X Fold 6 will not only use a chipset specifically optimized for foldables, but its software is also expected to offer features that make the foldable pocket tablet an even better full PC replacement, as recent teasers show. Meanwhile, a leaker has reiterated additional specs.
Garmin has finalised a new software update for many of its high-end smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new firmware promises to improve battery life on some models with golfing activity improvements for others.
Lenovo has launched a new 15-inch laptop globally. Equipped with a 165 Hz OLED display and AMD's Strix Halo platform, the Yoga Pro 7 15ASH11 supports up to 96 GB VRAM with dual SSD slots and an 84 Wh battery, too.
The redesigned OmniBook Ultra 14 this year gets everything right in terms of looks and performance, but the new keyboard layout takes some getting used to.
An industry report from South Korea suggests a significant difference between the more compact and wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 on the one hand, and the "Ultra" version of the classic foldable form factor on the other. According to the report, the wider iPhone Ultra competitor from South Korea appears to be significantly less prone to creases than the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.
Asus has launched a portable Bluetooth speaker in China with a similar form factor as the JBL Go 5. It also costs significantly less than JBL's speaker while having some identical features such as Bluetooth 6.0 and Auracast support.
CD Projekt Red looks intent on expanding its presence on smartphones. A report about a new free-to-play multiplayer The Witcher game has emerged. The PC and mobile title would offer an alternative to the story-driven The Witcher 3, with a focus on combat.
Deal | Disciples: Liberation is an RPG where your mission is to explore a world that is as dangerous as it is mysterious. Every choice you make will have consequences, and youβll need to use the right strategies.
The new Keychron K2 Ultra 8K and K8 Ultra 8K wireless mechanical keyboards feature popular 75% and TKL layouts, aluminium frames for added rigidity, and new key switches, in addition to the massive battery life leaps that come by way of the new ZMK firmware.
A new, free watch face provides World Cup 2026 score tracking with real-time match updates, standings, rankings and headlines. Available solely for Wear OS 6 devices, the watch face lets users customize it around a favorite national teamβs colors and flag.
The Nintendo Direct trailer failed to explain how developers will reimagine a classic Zelda game. A Google search result provides hints ahead of the The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake release date. The metadata may suggest that Nintendo will take a conservative approach, as with Star Fox.
Deal | The Acer Predator Helios AI is a flagship gaming laptop with expensive but future-proof components such as the RTX 5090 and an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX. Thanks to a markdown of 14% or $500, the 16-inch notebook is now on sale for its lowest price in a while.
Months before launch, early traces of two of next year's likely most important camera flagship rivals have appeared in databases. Model numbers have been discovered for both the Samsung Galaxy S27 and an initial Xiaomi 18 model, with major changes to the lineup becoming apparent for the latter in particular.
A new pendant aims to introduce the next health metric for wearable-style tracking, monitoring real-time sun exposure while offering sunscreen reminders, shade alerts, vitamin D targets and after-sun guidance.
The Asus a-bean 100W is a new GaN charger that has been launched in China. Priced at CNY 179, around $27, this power adapter has a four-port configuration, featuring three USB-C ports. It also sports a slim form factor.
After releasing Xring O1 about a year ago, Xiaomi is set to return with a direct successor. This new chipset is expected to be branded as Xring O3 and will power several devices with wider adoption tipped, compared to last year's SoC at least.
According to a South Korean blogger, supply chain insiders not only affirm previous rumours about the omission of the 3x telefoto camera, they also highlight the benefits this will bring to the camera, battery, and body of the Galaxy S27 Ultra.
Anbernic has launched a dedicated replacement parts program for nearly all of its retro handhelds, allowing users to buy shells, screens, batteries, buttons, rubber pads, and motherboards directly, rather than relying on support requests or third-party sellers.
Video | MSI already unveiled their next-gen thin & light gaming laptop, the Stealth 16, during CES earlier this year, and finally got the chance to get our hands on a sample to run some benchmarks.
So let us see if the sleek 16-incher can compete with the ROG Zephyrus G16, Lenovo Legion 7/7a, or the Yoga Pro 9
PowerA and Meridian GMT are working together on an Xbox wireless controller made for flight simulation. Called Project X-Ray, the controller has a swappable faceplate with markings for aircraft and helicopter controls.
Peladn has launched the HO5 mini PC with AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 processor, a Zen 5 chip with 12 cores, 24 threads, and Radeon 890M graphics delivering up to 80 TOPS of AI performance, set for global release in late June 2026 at $1,299.
Xiaomi appears to be ramping up marketing for its EV business, with the company recently agreeing a deal with English midfielder Declan Rice to be an ambassador for its YU7 SUV. Xiaomi is expected to begin selling its EVs globally next year.
An unconfirmed report has revealed Anbernic is developing two new handhelds that can be described as a modern take on the Nintendo 2DS and Nintendo 3DS. Both handhelds will feature custom displays larger than those on Nintendo's discontinued models.
Alien: Isolation 2 reemerges with a tense Summer Game Fest 2026 demo, shifting the series from Sevastopolβs corridors to a storm-ravaged colony where a smarter, adaptive Xenomorph tracks player behavior across enclosed and open environments.
S-Game has delayed Phantom Blade Zero from September 9 to October 29, with director Qiewi βSoulframeβ Liang saying the decision is driven almost entirely by polish, bug fixing, and optimization rather than concerns over GTA 6. Liang says the studio is focused on making the Unreal Engine 5 action RPG run well across a wide range of hardware, including Steam Deck, while avoiding the need for a large day-one patch.
SK hynix says it will accelerate its Yongin fabrication expansion and triple DRAM wafer capacity by 2034, a decade ahead of its earlier roadmap, as AI-driven demand reshapes the memory market. Despite the faster buildout, the company warns supply will remain tight for years, with DRAM and HBM shortages continuing to pressure data centers and push consumer memory prices higher.
A new leak reveals alleged screen protectors for Samsungβs Galaxy Z Flip 8, Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, suggesting a wider, shorter Fold 8 design and clearer differentiation across the foldable lineup. While expectations are high that the Fold models will bring some significant changes, the same cannot be said for the Flip.
Nothing products are now more widely available in the US as the brand now offers its products in Best Buy stores across the country. The move should help improve sales and increase awareness of the London-based tech brand.
The new HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is available with the Core Ultra X9 but with no X7 option even though the X9 costs more and might offer no performance advantages over the X7.
We compare and contrast all the confusing power profiles available on the latest MSI gaming laptop. You'll want to know the differences between them if you intend to play any games on the system.
Deal | Dungeons of Sundaria is a game that takes place in a fantasy world, where it will be necessary to develop numerous strategies to defeat several enemies. And right now, it is on sale on Steam with an 85% discount.
With DSX v3.2 Beta 01, the DualSense PS5 controller forces fewer compromises on PC users. Advanced haptic feedback is now possible over Bluetooth for more immersive gameplay. Despite Sony supporting the PC with new accessories, third-party software is necessary to activate the feature.
Update | OneXPlayer has unveiled the pricing of the X2 Mini Pro, its latest 8.8" OLED handheld PC capable of running OpenClaw and AI chatbots locally thanks to an 8C/16T AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 CPU coupled with up to 64GB RAM and optional external liquid-cooling. Update: Indiegogo pricing and specs updated.
Lenovo has begun selling the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition of the Legion Tab Gen 3 in the US. However, with the standard version available for significantly less, there's no compelling reason to buy the FIFA edition.
A since-removed McFarlane Toys listing for Fallout: New Vegas-themed figures has renewed speculation that Bethesda may be preparing a remaster of Obsidianβs 2010 RPG. While the merchandise links follow similar Fallout 3 Remastered rumors, the report stresses that no official announcement exists and technical doubts remain over whether Bethesda can produce a New Vegas remaster.
Deal | The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition is a good-looking laptop for multimedia users who are looking for a sleek 16-inch machine with a dedicated Nvidia graphics card and a vibrant OLED screen with a 3.2K resolution, very high peak brightness and complete DCI-P3 color space coverage.
A comparison of the MSI Prestige 13 AI+ and Asus ZenBook A14 finds Intelβs Core Ultra 9 386H to be outmatched by Qualcommβs Snapdragon X2 Elite in CPU, graphics and battery tests. Despite differing battery capacities, the cheaper ZenBook A14 delivers stronger overall value.
Acebeam has introduced a new, very large and heavy flashlight. For improved carrying comfort, it has an optional handle, can be magnetically attached, and is very bright. Thanks to its side light, it is also suitable as a camping light.
FriendlyElecβs NanoPi M6V2 is a Raspberry Pi alternative built around Rockchipβs RK3588S SoC, offering 8GB LPDDR5 RAM, up to 6 TOPS of AI acceleration, HDMI 2.1 output up to 8K/60Hz, and multiple camera/display interfaces.
Citizenβs limited-edition Attesa CC4107-80H Satellite Wave GPS watch has arrived early in the US and UK. Limited to 1,800 units worldwide, the βSpaceship Blackβ model combines DLC-coated Super Titanium, recrystallized titanium detailing, solar-powered GPS timekeeping, and premium travel-focused features in a bold 43 mm design.
Kenwood has introduced its new Glass Core and Glass Core Pro ANC wireless earbuds in Japan, featuring glass diaphragms and a MEMS driver. The launch coincides with the companyβs 80th anniversary, positioning the earbuds as premium audio products with a unique material design.
Deal | The Hozo NeoSander reciprocating cordless detail sander allows 3D model hobbyists and crafters to sand, shape, and polish their creations. The tiny heads allow users to reach into tight spaces with ease.
Nintendo is tightening Switch 2 sales in Japan by requiring buyers of the multi-language model to have at least 50 hours of eligible playtime on the original Switch and limiting purchases to one console per Nintendo Account. The policy, aimed at blocking scalpers exploiting regional pricing, follows canceled suspicious orders and comes ahead of a planned U.S. price increase for the console.
Deal | Siege Survival: Gloria Victis is not about glorious battles, but about sheer survival behind the walls of a besieged city. The brutally challenging medieval survival strategy game is currently available on Steam at a record-low price of around $2.50 instead of $25.
Deal | If you're in the mood for an unusual survival adventure, you can currently grab The Red Lantern for free on Steam. The game puts players in the role of a female musher in Alaska and combines survival and roguelite elements.
Deal | EA recently released βThe Worldβs Gameβ update for EA Sports FC 26 (formerly FIFA). Now, just in time for the FIFA World Cup, the soccer sim is available on Steam at its lowest price yet β with an 80% discount, bringing it down to around $14 instead of $70.
The Poco X8 Pro Max offers significantly higher peak performance than the X8 Pro, particularly in CPU, GPU, and AI tasks. Under continuous load, however, the advantage is diminished by strong throttling, while the X8 Pro operates more consistently but more slowly. Is the Max actually worth it, then?
Deal | The OnePlus 15R launched in the US for $799.99 for the 512GB variant. The company is currently offering a $100 discount on the device. The phone features an AMOLED display, a large battery, and a 50MP main camera.
Many players are struggling with drifting in Forza Horizon 6, but a simple exploit makes it easy to get a 3-star rating. However, not everyone is happy about the trick.
Deal | David OReilly's Everything β the award-winning philosophical simulation where you play as literally anything from bacteria to galaxies β is 80% off on Steam at $2.99 until June 19. It's also the first video game to qualify for an Academy Award.
According to a new leak, the first Steam Machine review units may already have been shipped to reviewers and content creators. The rumored review embargo date and possible package contents have also surfaced.
Segaβs newly titled Virtua Fighter Crossroads marks the franchiseβs first original mainline entry in nearly two decades, with producer-director Riichiro Yamada saying the team avoided the Virtua Fighter 6 name to signal a broader creative reset.
Deal | Currently on sale on Steam, Frozenheim is a city builder where you must expand your city and gather resources. But be careful, because the world around you is dangerous, and youβll have to face various threats.
Deal | Amazon has just slashed the 70mai 4K A810 Lite dashcam bundle to $90. Including a 4K front lens, 1080p rear camera, and a 64 GB card, this 40 percent means you get a high-value option for $60 off its MSRP.
Wuthering Waves nears 50,000 concurrent Steam players following its Cyberpunk update as the mobile industry prepares for a major D2C webshop shift ahead of PGC Barcelona.
Insta360 has fired back at DJI with two countersuits in the US, hours after DJI filed launch-day patent infringement claims targeting the newly released Luna Ultra. Insta360 alleges DJI violates five of its utility patents covering gimbal stabilization, directional controls, smooth stabilization, telemetry overlays, and panoramic video stabilization.
A new Neo Geo AES DOOM effort has emerged after Modern Vintage Gamer demonstrated a basic raycasting engine on SNKβs famously 2D-focused hardware. The DoomGeo project has since expanded the concept with DOOM-style gameplay elements, including a HUD, weapons, enemies, and visual features that bring the console closer than ever to running the classic shooter.
A former PlayStation executive expects that Microsoft will dramatically rethink its hardware strategy. Already optimizing Windows for gaming, it could abandon conventional Xbox consoles. Project Helix looks like another step toward this transition, but the memory shortage may spell doom for the hybrid.
iFi has unveiled the iDSD GR 2 portable DAC for high-resolution music enthusiasts who use high-impedance balanced headphones as well as high-resolution Bluetooth headphones. The DAC can restore high-frequency elements to lossy audio sources and supports lossless PCM 768kHz and DSD512 streams.
Vivo has revealed new details about its upcoming flagship foldable phone. Unlike the X Fold 5, which used a Qualcomm chipset, the X Fold 6 will be powered by the Dimensity 9500 Super Edition.
A social media post from PlayStation Japan caused panic among Xbox, Switch 2, and PC gamers. An apparent Grok translation error suggested that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation was a PS5 exclusive. The wording contradicts Square Enixβs announcement of a simultaneous multi-platform release date.
Deal | The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth Headphones (2nd Gen) in five colors are on sale at Amazon at 16% off the MSRP. It delivers powerful noise cancelling with Bose Immersive Audio and comes with plush ear cushions.
Hideo Kojima's comments mark a more nuanced position after criticism of an AI-driven Prada promotional film, underscoring his belief that human creativity must remain central to game development.
While an official announcement is yet to happen, Samsung Czechia has put up the product page for the Galaxy A27 5G. The new Android smartphone has a new display, a new processor, but a lower ingress protection (IP) rating compared to its predecessor.
Deal | Thereβs a huge list of games and add-ons that have been discounted as part of the PlayStation mid-year sale. Some of these are new titles like MotoGP 26 that came out in April, along with some older but popular games like Hunt: Showdown 1896 and ARK: Survival Ascended.
Xbox strategy chief Matthew Ball says in-game advertising could become a key tool to offset rising development costs and ease pressure on hardware, software, and microtransaction prices. Drawing comparisons to ad-supported streaming tiers, Ball argues that carefully placed ads could broaden access to major gaming franchises without eliminating premium, ad-free experiences.
Thanks to the Chandra X-ray Observatory, astronomers may have found the remnant of a supernova in our galaxy. However, another hypothesis has also been put forward to explain the origin of this structure.
Valve has had to pivot and adapt to the ongoing market disruptions from DRAM pricing. Things seem to be moving forward now as another large shipment of virtual reality devices has reached its US warehouse.
Every console purchase is reportedly negatively impacting Microsoftβs bottom line. Even after Xbox price increases, the memory shortage has limited any chance for hardware profits. An insider explains how missteps with first-party games and Game Pass have also failed to offset the losses.
HoYoverse confirms Zenless Zone Zero version 3.0 arrives June 17, breaking PC ecosystem exclusivity with a native day-one Steam launch and ray-tracing upgrades.
A new app for Garmin smartwatches allows users to log their alcohol intake and estimate their blood alcohol content. While it can offer useful insights into drinking habits, the calculated values should be treated with caution as they are only approximations.
Juno Computers has refreshed its Linux tablet line with two new models. There's a 10.5-inch version with an LTE modem and a larger 13'' variant that has a more powerful processor and cooling fans. However, both are powered by Intel chips.
DJI has filed two patent infringement lawsuits against Insta360 in the Eastern District of Texas, targeting the newly launched Luna Pro and Luna Ultra gimbal cameras. The company is seeking a permanent injunction, damages, profit disgorgement, and willful infringement penalties, escalating an already heated rivalry that includes a separate earlier suit over drone image processing technology.
Specialized has unveiled a new electric mountain bike, the Levo 4 X, globally. The companyβs new high-performance e-MTB is equipped with Specializedβs 3.1 S-Works 850 W motor and a massive 840 Wh battery, providing 111 Nm of torque and up to 4.4 hours of riding time.
Retroid has announced the return of a 12GB RAM version of the Pocket 6 Android handheld. The new variant arrives with less storage, fewer colors, but the same price as the discontinued version.
During our visit to Acebeam's headquarters in Shenzhen, we were able to examine the Acebeam UC3A in detail. It's a practical flashlight with many functions. We were particularly interested in the battery.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI+ is among the lightest and most compact notebooks in the world. The manufacturer impressively demonstrates that this doesn't mean sacrificing much in terms of features.
Deal | Hearts of Iron IV lets players rewrite history and is free to play on Steam until June 15. Those who want to continue after the free weekend can pick up the World War II grand strategy game for $9.99 with an 80% discount until June 25.
Anyone who needs fast, UHS-II-capable microSD cardsβfor instance, due to new gaming handheldsβwill have to pay a lot of money, as our look at the current market shows. However, the significantly faster microSD Express cards are not an alternative either, as they are slower when running in compatibility mode.
A simple question about GTA 6 has gone viral on Reddit: Would fans rather get the game on time at 30 FPS, or six months later at 60 FPS? For many, the answer appears clear: above all, Rockstar should not delay the release again.
Deal | Dice With Death sends players into a dice duel against Death himself and is currently cheaper than ever on Steam. The roguelike is discounted by 60% until June 22 and now costs around $5.60.
Deal | Settlement Survival is clearly inspired by the survival-strategy classic Banished, but offers significantly more options. The game is currently available on Steam for under $5 for the first time.
The Ugreen AP16 portable monitor is now available in the US. While it's priced above some competitors, it makes up for it with a sharp 2.5K 165Hz display, remarkable 500 nits brightness, and a premium all-metal build.
In Forza Horizon 6, players are gradually discovering cars with unique driving modes or visual features. Some models have a dedicated Track Mode, while others can open their convertible roofs. A list of these vehicles is currently being compiled on Reddit.
An unusual gaming pillow is designed to make handheld gaming in bed more comfortable and help prevent numb arms and hands. A Reddit user tested the accessory for two weeks and gave it a cautious recommendation.
Deal | The Acer Swift Go 16 AI, which was launched earlier this year, is enjoying a big 30% discount at Best Buy. The laptop weighs only 1.4 kg (3 lbs.), carries a 16-inch OLED panel with touch input, and is built around the Core Ultra 5 322 SoC.
Xbox is preparing a major βNext 100 Daysβ reset, with CEO Asha Sharma and chief content officer Matt Booty acknowledging overexpansion, weak profitability, and declining annual revenue despite heavy investment.
Citizen has added the EO2029-54A to its compact Promaster Diver lineup β a 36 mm, gold-tone stainless steel bracelet watch with Eco-Drive solar movement and 200 m water resistance. Available in four colorways from Citizen UK at Β£379.
Motorola has announced the Moto G Max smartphone in Brazil with Moto G87 specifications. The phone is said to be a rebranded version of the Moto G87, featuring a 200 MP main camera, a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 processor, and a 5,200 mAh battery with 33 W wired charging support.
Deal | Garmin's latest flagship smartwatch originally retailed for $1,200, but increasing discounts on Amazon have now resulted in a record-low price for the 47mm and 51mm versions thanks to a considerable markdown of almost 30% or $350 each.
After this year's Ultra phones from various manufacturers completed our tests, we can now crown a new leader in our ranking of the best smartphones for photos and videos. However, the successor to the Vivo X300 Pro is not a major surprise in our ranking.
The service hatch on the bottom panel makes it so much faster and easier for end users to add more storage or RAM without needing to worry about voiding warranties or accidentally breaking components.
Citizen has introduced the limited-edition Eco-Drive One AR5065-54W in the US, pairing an ultra-thin 3.88 mm stainless steel case with a distinctive emerald-green and black dial accented by rose-gold tones. Priced at $3,395 and limited to 250 pieces worldwide, the solar-powered dress watch combines refined finishing, 5 ATM water resistance, and Citizenβs 1.0 mm Eco-Drive 8826 movement.
Deal | Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a tactical game in which you must complete various missions with the help of different characters. But be careful, because strategy will be your best ally to defeat your enemies.
The Xbox Series X may be a reasonably cost-effective way to enjoy Microsoftβs Combat Evolved remake. A Halo: Campaign Evolved performance preview shows the console maintaining 60 fps with ray tracing. Meanwhile, only a high-end PC avoided frame rate drops and CPU throttling.
Most mini PCs are sealed appliances whose processor dies with the board. The Youyeetoo K1 takes a different route: its Intel N100 brain sits on a small compute module that slots into a carrier board like a stick of RAM, paired with an unusually long list of I/O including dual Gigabit Ethernet, eDP, MIPI and GPIO headers.
33 Immortals hits Steam at 1.0 with all three Dante-inspired worlds, a hidden final boss, and cross-play matchmaking. Thunder Lotus's 33-player co-op roguelike is $9.97 currently (33% launch discount), and is also included with Xbox Game Pass.
Honor is reportedly working on a new tablet, possibly the Win Pad Mini. The device is expected to be a gaming-focused model with a compact form factor and OLED display.
Anyone looking to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 outdoors now has new waterproof outdoor TVs from WeMoove with sizes up to 86 inches, Google TV, and peak brightness of 4,000 nits.
It has already been 15 years since the release of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. The Elder Scrolls VI was announced at E3 2018, and eight years later, the long-awaited open-world title is reportedly already playable at Bethesda. Xbox Head of Content Matt Booty discussed the progress of development in an interview.
Toys for Bobβs split from Activision Blizzard restored the studioβs creative independence after years spent supporting major live-service franchises under shifting corporate priorities. Microsoft and Activision backed the move on the condition that Xbox publish the studioβs next project, resulting in Spyro: A Realm Beyond, a new multiplatform entry that gives Microsoft a strategic win without retaining full control.
Google has finally shared an update on the new Google Home Speaker. Looks like it will not miss its Spring 2026 deadline as initially promised in October 2025.
Evidence pointing to a MacBook Pro or MacBook Ultra with a touchscreen is mounting. The first beta version of macOS 27 offers several clues about the first touchscreen Mac, while a reliable leaker claims it is "100% certain" that the laptop will feature a touchscreen.
The Baseus EnerGeek GR12 power bank has been released in the US. This new model features a 20,800mAh capacity and can charge a laptop plus three devices on the side with a combined output of 145W. It's listed on Amazon for $99.99.
TrimUI has revealed that it has two new handhelds on the way. The two devices, which will arrive as the Brick Hammer Pro U and Brick Pro, are the successors to the Brick and Brick Hammer vertical handhelds released in 2024 and 2025 respectively.
The compact Oppo Find X9s Pro impresses in our review with its premium design and powerful hardware. Despite a strong first impression, test results reveal unexpected weaknesses in the mini flagship smartphone.
With the Connect 15, Schenker is clearly targeting business customers β and loads the classic 15-inch notebook with an unusual amount of hardware. Wi-Fi 7, an LTE option, and SmartCard support sound like modern enterprise-grade specifications. However, the test also reveals the downsides of this feature-heavy machine.
Xbox leadership believes going back to Xbox exclusives is a good idea. While some fans may disagree, the team is moving forward with the strategy with more exclusives every year.