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Fitbit launches redesigned app with new health coach in preview

The redesigned Fitbit app, which includes a new personal health coach feature, is about to start rolling out in beta. The Personal Health Coach Public Preview Program starts on October 28th, though it is only open to select users at this time. This AI functionality will provide users with personalized training programs and workouts, sleep analysis and health insights.

8 GB VRAM: still fine today, or already outdated? A look at the Legion Pro 5 16

Unlike the Ti version with 12 GB, Nvidia’s RTX 5070 (non-Ti) only comes with 8 GB of VRAM — a spec that’s sparked plenty of online debate about its future-proofing, and understandably, some concern. Our test unit, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16IAX10 with an RTX 5070, offers some useful insight into how much VRAM might actually be “enough.”

New Insta360 X4 Air 8K action camera launches with sleek design and 100 minutes of runtime

The Insta360 X4 Air is the company’s latest 8K 360° action camera that comes with a compact and lightweight form factor. Advertised as the brand’s lightest-ever action camera, the Insta360 X4 Air features dual 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensors and a 2,010 mAh battery, which is said to offer 100 minutes of runtime. On top of that, the action camera is compatible with most X5 accessories.

Wreckreation's gameplay leak reveals 40 minutes of Burnout-inspired racing on PS5 ahead of launch

A 40-minute unfiltered PS5 build of Wreckreation leaked a day before release, showcasing Burnout‑inspired high‑speed arcade racing with loops, big jumps, track‑building, and destructible elements, even as viewers pointed out inconsistent performance and bugs that could perhaps be attributed to an earlier build.

Randy Pitchford says Valve's Gabe Newell called him directly to pitch Half‑Life: Opposing Force

In the Shacknews documentary 24 ’Til Launch: The Making of Borderlands 4, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford recounts how EA’s cancellation of his Rebel Boat Rocker project Prax War and the subsequent founding of Gearbox led to an unexpected call from Valve’s Gabe Newell, who invited Pitchford to pitch an expanded Half‑Life storyline.

Former Halo CE dev talks Halo Campaign Evolved: "There's plenty of ways to improve Halo 1 without breaking it"

After Halo: Campaign Evolved’s 13‑minute Silent Cartographer demo at the Halo World Championship 2025, former Combat Evolved designer Jaime Griesemer took to X to criticize changes. He focused most of his ire on the ability to steamroll Hunters in a Warthog, movable obstacles, and added trees, all of which he says wreck the pacing in the game.

Retroid Pocket 6 released to redefine Android gaming handheld scene with 120 Hz AMOLED and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for just over $200

The Retroid Pocket 6 is now available to pre-order worldwide with hardware to rival recent popular Android gaming handhelds like the Ayn Odin 2. While the Retroid Pocket 6 combines a 120 Hz AMOLED display with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and 8 GB of RAM, the handheld starts for a mere $209 initially.

ARMSX2 version 1.0 released, promises improved PS2 emulation on ARM, Android devices

Version 1.0 of ARMSX2, an ARM-focused branch of the popular PCSX2 emulator, has landed on Android. The new version of the PlayStation 2 emulator uses a translation layer to run code from PCSX2 (with some additions) on ARM devices, including Android smartphones. This gives retro gamers another option to play PS2 titles on their smartphones.

Microsoft Xbox 'Magnus' launching with free online multiplayer plus Epic Games Store and Steam games support

A new report has shared more details about Microsoft's next Xbox 'Magnus' console. Not only is Microsoft now rumoured to be switching to free console multiplayer, but the move to running future Xbox consoles with a modified version of Windows will allow it to support PC games while retaining backwards compatibility with older Xbox generations.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 with Snapdragon X chipset and touchscreen drops below $450

Deal | The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 might be a great choice for people looking for a budget laptop with a touch-capable display. It comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon X SoC, 16 GB of soldered RAM, and a 256 GB SSD (that's thankfully user-upgradable). Port selection is decent too for the $450 price point, as it even has a full-sized SD card reader.

Rumor: iPhone 20 Pro will get Apple camera sensor for the first time, iPhone 18 Pro will get two camera upgrades

According to the latest rumors, Apple is planning at least two significant camera upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro (Max). The anniversary iPhone in 2027 will also be particularly exciting, as it is expected to be equipped with a camera sensor developed by Apple for the first time, which promises far better image quality thanks to new technology.

Data hoarders, here are the best free Docker containers to help you access, store and organise every type of media

CheckMag | If you are looking to step away from subscription services, reduce reliance on big tech, or simply have fun while learning, self-hosting is a great way to make your media collections available across all of your devices while keeping data under your control. Here are the best containers for managing almost every type of media.

Anker’s compact 737 3-port power bank with 24,000 mAh capacity drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

Deal | Anker’s 737 24,000 mAh power bank is currently available at its all-time low price on Amazon for a limited time. The Anker 737 power bank boasts a 24,000 mAh capacity and offers a maximum power output of 140 W across three ports. Plus, the flight-approved power bank has a small display for real-time charging information.

7,800 mAh silicon-carbon power: OnePlus releases Ace 6 smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite at mid-range starting price

The Ace 6 is OnePlus' latest attempt to entice people seeking a powerful yet affordable Android smartphone. Starting at CNY 2,599 (~$366) in China, the OnePlus Ace 6 combines a 165 Hz AMOLED display and a 7,800 mAh battery with the Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset from last year's OnePlus 13 flagship.

Xbox president says its competition is now Tiktok and movies, not PlayStation as Halo: Campaign Evolved comes to PS5

Xbox’s president of game content and studios, Matt Booty, told The New York Times that it is pursuing a multiplatform strategy and now views competitors as broader entertainment like TikTok and movies rather than rival consoles, as Halo: Campaign Evolved and other former exclusives head to PS5.

Xbox president says its competition is now Tiktok and Movies, not PlayStation as Halo: Campaign Evolved comes to PS5

Xbox’s president of game content and studios, Matt Booty, told The New York Times that it is pursuing a multiplatform strategy and now views competitors as broader entertainment like TikTok and movies rather than rival consoles, as Halo: Campaign Evolved and other former exclusives head to PS5.

Twitch CEO apologizes after Emiru assault at TwitchCon 2025: “We failed, both in allowing it and in our response”

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy publicly apologized on X for the company's handling of the situation, admitting the company had failed multiple times after his earlier comments describing the assault as a “challenge in today’s society” drew sharp criticism and renewed calls for stronger, proactive safety measures.

Halo community director wears PlayStation t-shirt during Halo: Campaign Evolved announcement for PS5: "It's a long time coming"

At the Halo World Championship 2025 Community Stage, Halo community director Brian Jarrard wore a PlayStation t‑shirt while announcing that Halo: Campaign Evolved, a complete Unreal Engine 5 remake of the 2001 Halo: Combat Evolved, will launch as a day‑one release on PlayStation 5 in 2026.

Launch bonuses of more than $650: Motorola confirms more details about ultra-thin Edge 70 with early benchmarks also revealed

Motorola has stepped up its launch discounts for its next ultra-thin smartphone. Now surpassing $650 across multiple launch deals, the offers coincide with Motorola revealing more details about the Edge 70 ahead of time as the same device also stops by a popular benchmarking platform before its official release.

Amazfit releases more versions of popular smartwatch with flashlight

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro 44 mm smartwatches are now available to order in countries worldwide. In some markets, they will ship immediately, while other customers can pre-order with deliveries scheduled for the near future. Offered in two color ways with titanium elements, these wearables are smaller than the existing 48 mm versions but share many of the same features.

Buff cleaning fairy vs. monster dirt – free twin-stick shooter launches with 100% positive reviews on Steam

In Dorothy's Job, you play as a tough housekeeper tasked with keeping a supervillain’s sprawling mansion spotless. The game combines twin-stick shooter action with procedurally generated levels to keep every run fresh and unpredictable. It launched on Steam on October 24 and has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from players.

Weekend gaming sale: Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 10 with AMD Ryzen 9 and RTX 5060 gets 23% off, now $1,384.99

Deal | Gamers can level up their battlestations this weekend with 23% off the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 10, featuring AMD Ryzen 9, RTX 5060 graphics, and a 165 Hz OLED display for elite gaming performance. Now just $1,384.99, this powerhouse also includes 3 months of Xbox PC Game Pass to jumpstart the next campaign.

Casio Pro Trek PRW6600Y-1A9 solar-powered outdoor watch now down to just $304 on Amazon from $420 on Casio US store

Deal | Casio’s Pro Trek PRW6600Y-1A9 is listed at $420 on the official US site, but Amazon currently offers it new for just $304, a 28% discount from retail. This solar-powered, sensor-equipped field watch features atomic timekeeping, altimeter/barometer/compass functions, and a rugged yet comfortable design built for outdoor adventures.

Google’s Willow chip runs quantum algorithm 13,000 times faster than supercomputers: here is how its superconducting design makes it possible

Google claims its new Willow quantum processor has achieved a verifiable “quantum advantage,” performing calculations 13,000 times faster than today’s most powerful supercomputers. The superconducting chip’s design could finally push quantum computing into practical use in AI, materials science, and medicine.

AMD-powered GMKtec K12 mini PC with 8-core Ryzen 7 H 255 APU and OCuLink support gets $220 discount

Deal | The GMKtec NucBox K12 mini PC packs the Ryzen 7 H 255 APU with eight cores and sixteen threads, allowing for respectable performance in daily tasks and moderately intensive workloads. The OCuLink port also allows for powerful eGPU setups. Thanks to an ongoing Amazon Prime sale, the capable mini PC can now be bought with an attractive 31% discount.

Microsoft’s executive-mandated 30% profit target reportedly drove Xbox layoffs, studio shutdowns, and canceled projects

A Bloomberg investigation reports that Microsoft finance chief Amy Hood had imposed a 30% profit-margin "accountability" target on Xbox in late 2023. The goal, which is nearly double the industry average, seems to have directly contributed to waves of subsequent layoffs and studio closures that have plagued its game divisions since

Casio’s WS-B1000-1AV digital watch with Bluetooth gets massive discount on Amazon

Deal | Casio’s WS-B1000-1AV, now at $39.88 on Amazon, is a fitness-focused digital watch with a resin case, a two-year battery life, Bluetooth connectivity, and 100 m (10 bar) water resistance. On top of that, it offers all the essential fitness features, including a built-in accelerometer for step tracking and a stopwatch with a 200-lap memory.

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