Whether Garmin Fenix 8 Pro, Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro or Pebble Round 2 - third-party smartwatches are finally better supported by Apple iPhone after the update to iOS 26.5, at least in the EU. Wireless earphones also benefit from the new features.

With the Era Lite, PocketBook reveals an affordable e-reader with a frontlit E Ink Carta 1300 display with a pixel density of 300 PPI. The e-reader is as lightweight as a smartphone and supports e-books from a wide variety of sources.

The Apple iPhone receives two new features with the update to iOS 26.5, led by RCS support. This finally makes it possible to send encrypted messages to friends with Android smartphones without having to switch to a third-party platform.

Although the next-generation Apple Watch is set to receive a larger battery and more advanced sensors, a long-awaited upgrade is still a long way off as Apple seeks to cut costs in the face of the DRAM crisis.

Apple's "Liquid Glass" design was already controversial on the iPhone. On the Mac the new user interface sometimes looks out of place. Apple is set to make improvements in just a few months with macOS 27, as a reliable source has now been able to find out.

Windows 11 is finally getting an update that will actually benefit users, as the user interface responds much faster with Low Latency Mode and apps also start more quickly. A video now demonstrates the effects of this mode, while Microsoft wants to appease critics.

The Trump T1 Phone has been available to pre-order for almost a year. Anyone who paid the deposit of 100 US dollars was supposed to receive the smartphone last September. Now Trump Mobile is suggesting that the smartphone does not even exist and will never be delivered to customers.

Garmin could be launching a brand new smartwatch in the next few days, as the Forerunner 170 is already listed in an online store, while there are several references to the watch's imminent launch on the web.

Game consoles usually become cheaper in the years following their launch. Not so the PlayStation 5, which was launched in November 2020 for $399, but five and a half years later costs $599. This obviously has a drastic effect on sales.

After the Sony PlayStation 5 already supports a power-saving mode that is supposed to simulate the performance of the next PlayStation handheld, Microsoft is reportedly also working on a similar mode for the next-generation Xbox, not least to improve the battery life of Windows handhelds.

Compact cameras with large sensors are coveted but rare - the Leica Q3 and the Sony RX1R III dominate the market, but both cameras are extremely expensive. Rumors now suggest that Nikon is also developing a compact camera with a full-frame sensor that could be offered at a lower price.

Sony will be launching a flagship camera with a brand new full-frame sensor in just a few days. The Sony A7r VI can now be reserved at a first retailer in Germany, while rumors have revealed details of the most important new features.

The next-generation Apple AirPods Pro are said to be almost ready for the market, as Apple is already finalizing the design. A report from Bloomberg reveals details of the new features in advance.

With a 120 Hz 4K display, a 16-core processor, up to 64 GB of RAM and open source firmware, StarFighter is one of the most powerful Linux laptops on the market. More than three years after its announcement, the laptop is now finally available at short notice.

Windows PCs and laptops could soon feel much snappier, as Microsoft is said to be developing a new feature that optimizes the processor's boost behavior, which should make apps open much faster and menus respond more quickly.

Google's Whoop competitor is here, promising first-class comfort and numerous health and fitness features for just $99. Fitibt Air is also compatible with the Apple iPhone and can be used without a subscription, even if a subscription is required for AI features.

The MacBook Neo has sold even better than Apple would have expected. The notebook with iPhone processor, which competes directly with Chromebooks and inexpensive Windows laptops, could soon become more expensive - but also get new colors.

With a giant 8,500 mAh battery, a programmable X button and a 4,000 nits bright OLED display, the brand new Huawei Nova 15 Max offers interesting features for a mid-range smartphone.

The brand new OnePlus Nord CE6 is said to achieve a battery life of up to 2.5 days thanks to a gigantic 8,000 mAh battery. With a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, a 144 Hz AMOLED display and a waterproof casing starting at the equivalent of $318, the device should offer great value for money.

Leica is said to reissue three cameras and one lens as a limited edition. From the Leica D-Lux 8 compact camera with a large sensor to the Leica M11-P - according to the latest rumors, Leica is planning a whole series of products that will be offered as a "Metal Grey" Limited Edition.

The Apple MacBook Neo is apparently making Microsoft nervous, because the Windows manufacturer has now paid for a study to "prove" that Windows laptops are both better and cheaper. The results are as revealing as they are misleading.

From the Samsung Galaxy A07 to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, from the Galaxy Z Fold5 to the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra - Samsung is starting the rollout of One UI 8.5, bringing numerous new features to over 40 smartphone and tablet models.

Coin cell batteries swallowed by children can cause life-threatening burns to the esophagus. The latest batteries from Energizer are designed to prevent such injuries and protect children through a whole range of mechanisms.

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are said to receive an improved LTPO+ AMOLED panel, which should offer users two major advantages in particular. The panels are to be supplied by Samsung Display and LG Display, but not by Chinese panel manufacturer BOE.

The modding season for the Steam Controller is officially open. Valve has published CAD files for the innovative gamepad and the controller puck to help modders customize the design of the controller to their liking.

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is said to get rid of one of the most unique features of the Xperia 1 VII - the telephoto camera with true optical zoom. Thanks to a drastic sensor upgrade, this is (almost) always an upgrade for users, but this change in strategy is a loss for the smartphone market.

With I'm Back Roll, analog cameras such as the Leica M6, the Canon AE-1 or the Nikon F4 can be transformed into digital cameras. Shortly before the Kickstarter campaign ends, I'm Back Roll fixes one of its biggest weaknesses with an optional accessory product.

With the reMarkable Paper Pure, the manufacturer will soon be launching a more affordable e-ink tablet with stylus. The e-note is now listed in advance by a retailer, who reveals the most important details about the Paper Pure.

The Samsung Galaxy Ring was unveiled in July 2024, but a successor is not expected to launch until 2027. Rumors suggest that Samsung's next-generation smart ring will be significantly improved in three areas.

GTA 6 could raise the price level of new triple-A games, but still not be quite as expensive as some customers had feared. An analyst from Bank of America has now commented specifically on the price of the game. Meanwhile, the CEO of Take-Two speaks of "terrifying" expectations.

A typewriter with an e-ink display and mechanical keyboard – Auteur aims to make writing texts without distractions more comfortable. With an integrated battery and a USB-C port for charging, the typewriter should also be suitable for on the go.

Smartphones without a notch or punch-hole that still offer secure 3D facial recognition - this is exactly what Metalenz Polar ID is designed to make possible, and at an affordable price. The manufacturer is demonstrating the technology publicly for the first time.

The Apple iPhone is apparently getting a practical new feature with iOS 27, as a report from Bloomberg reveals. The Wallet app is set to support significantly more tickets than before, with a "Create a Pass" feature allowing any QR code to be turned into a digital card.

The Steam Machine could support 4K monitors with 120 Hz, HDR, VRR and ALLM after all, because contrary to previous expectations, AMD is now working on Linux drivers that fully support the more modern HDMI standard.

GameStop wants to take over one of the largest online marketplaces in the world. With a purchase price of $55.5 billion, GameStop would pay around 15 times as much for ebay as the company generated in turnover in 2025, but synergies between the companies are supposed to justify the takeover.

Plex is one of the most popular options for turning a NAS into your own streaming service for music, photos, movies and TV shows. However, the cheapest Plex subscription soon will be 50% more expensive, making Jellyfin a more attractive alternative for some users.

The Apple iPhone Air was supposed to be more expensive than the iPhone 17, but is in some regions on sale for less than the base model - a clear indication of weak demand. Although the iPhone Air is certainly a success compared to the iPhone 16 Plus, sales are not enough to make ultra-thin Android flagships feasible.

Perhaps the largest gaming PC in the world makes people look like miniatures, because the latest PC from a modder is so big that people can walk inside. The project also scales the fan, mainboard, graphics card and RAM.

The Garmin Connect app is said to receive a range of new features, from functions inspired by social networks such as Instagram, to improved privacy protection and workout enhancements.

The Mega Man: My Play Watch combines an eye-catching retro design with unusual watch faces and a version of Mega Man 2 that can be played directly on the wrist. With a heart rate sensor and a pedometer, the watch offers simple health features.

The Volla Phone Plinius (Plus) combines a modern design with a particularly robust body and a Google-free Android version. With a 120 Hz OLED display, a 64 MP main camera and a replaceable 5,300 mAh battery, the smartphone offers a reasonable range of features.

The latest gaming handheld from Anbernic goes on sale in a few days. The innovative handheld with a rotating display will be available at prices starting at $88 and is designed to handle retro games that were developed for systems like the Game Boy Advance, the PlayStation 2 or the Nintendo Wii.

Anyone waiting for the prices of gaming PCs, laptops, smartphones and SSDs to fall again will probably have to wait years. Samsung, one of the world's largest memory manufacturers, expects the crisis to worsen in 2027.

The next-generation Samsung Galaxy Book could not only leave Intel and AMD behind, but also Windows. According to the latest rumors, Samsung is planning three brand new laptops that will be delivered with One UI based on Android, from an affordable entry-level notebook to a flagship laptop.