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Panther Lake to space: Intel's new Starfire processor is built to survive in space

Intel has announced Starfire, a space-grade processor built on its 18A node that combines eight CPU cores, a 64-execution-unit Xe GPU, and up to 75 TOPS of AI performance within a 35W power envelope. The chip comes in low-power and performance configurations and is rated for temperatures between -55Β°C and 125Β°C.

Lenovo teases new gaming tablet with 5G, possible OLED upgrade

Lenovo has released a teaser video for its next Legion gaming tablet, the Legion Y700 Ultimate, confirming 5G connectivity, dual-SIM dual-standby support, and a redesigned antenna layout. Lenovo has not confirmed full specifications and is expected to launch the tablet in August 2026.

Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra prices leak for the US, and they're not cheap

A new leak details how much Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra could cost in the US, with the Fold8 starting at $1,899 and the Fold8 Ultra priced at $2099. The report follows a European pricing leak from a few days ago. A separate leak also shows the devices already on display at a retailer in South Korea. Samsung has not confirmed final pricing for any market.

Vivo's ultra-premium foldable is one step closer to a global launch

The Vivo X Fold 6 has appeared on Indonesia's SDPPI certification database. This is the first global sighting of the foldable since its China launch last month. The listing confirms the device's international marketing name. Vivo has not announced an official release date or region for the global model.

Siri can now add time to your Apple Watch timer thanks to watchOS 27 beta 3

Apple has fixed a long-standing Siri limitation on the Apple Watch. In watchOS 27 beta 3, users can now ask Siri to add time to a timer that is already running. Previous versions required restating the full duration from scratch. The update also brings Apple's upgraded Siri AI experience and a dedicated Siri app to the watch for the first time.

Apple reportedly testing RAM chips from US-blocked Chinese company

Apple has started testing DRAM chips made by China's CXMT for devices sold in China. CXMT is on the Pentagon's 1260H list of companies linked to the Chinese military. Apple is still seeking US government clearance to use the chips. The move follows steep price hikes on Mac and iPad models tied to global memory shortage.

iPhone 18 Pro could be thicker than its predecessor, leak suggests

The iPhone 18 Pro could measure between 9.9mm and 10.9mm thick, up from 8.75mm on the iPhone 17 Pro, according to a new leak. Chinese certification filings also confirm the iPhone 18 Pro's battery will be bigger coming in at 4,056mAh, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max rises to 5,391mAh. Apple has not confirmed any of the details.

iFixit has a new toolkit for appliance repairs, furniture builds, and more

iFixit has launched the Megalodon Driver Kit, a $34.95 tool set built for home appliance and furniture repairs. It pairs a ratchet-free Swivel Grip Cap handle with 16 extended-reach bits and ties into iFixit's right-to-repair advocacy following its FTC-requested study on appliance service manual availability.

iPhone Air 2 rumored to get bigger battery

A new rumor points to the iPhone Air 2 shipping with a battery above 3,500mAh, which is slightly bigger than the 3,149mAh on the iPhone Air. The phone will also reportedly feature the 2nm A20 Pro chip and dual rear cameras. Separately, YouTuber John Prosser has shared render images and specifications suggesting a titanium build, a new Lavender color option and a smaller Face ID camera, with the phone expected in early 2027.

Insta360's next 360 camera just got one step closer to a US launch

The Insta360 X6 has passed FCC certification in the US after earlier approvals in China, the UAE and India. A launch is expected around late August or September 2026, following a year in which Insta360 released several X5 variants, including a limited MM93 2025 Championship Edition, instead of rushing the X6 to market.

Someone turned a reMarkable tablet into Tom Riddle's diary

A developer has turned the reMarkable Paper Pro into a working version of Tom Riddle's diary from Harry Potter. Handwriting fades from the page, then an AI system writes back in Riddle's style, recreating the book's disappearing ink effect using the tablet's e-ink display and software development kit.

Germany's largest game archive closes, leaving 60,000 game files unaccounted for

Germany's state-backed ICS archive is shutting down. It held more than 60,000 cataloged games. Its €1.5 million in public funding expired and was not renewed. The closure comes months after the fan-run Myrient archive, home to 390 TB of preserved games, also shut down over rising infrastructure costs.

16 inches and 1.64 kg: Thunderobot teases a bigger Zero Air with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070

Thunderobot has teased the Zero Air 16 on Weibo, a 16-inch gaming laptop weighing 1.64 kg that pairs an Intel Core Ultra 7 356H with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070. The company plans to show the Zero Air 16 publicly at Bilibili World 2026, with a full launch expected in August.

Anthropic in talks with Samsung over custom AI chip

Anthropic is discussing a potential custom AI chip collaboration with Samsung, according to The Information, building on earlier reports that the AI company was considering building its own hardware. Key details, including the chip's purpose and power specifications, remain undecided. The talks come days after OpenAI unveiled its own custom chip built with Broadcom.

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