The Ugreen GaN Charger 30W, also known as the 30W USB-C Wall Charger 3-Port, is now available in two new colorways in the US. Features include support for various charging protocols and a compact design.

Console owners may not have to wait long for multiplayer to come to Rockstar Games' next title. The latest leak points to a December arrival for GTA 6 Online. GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 both saw the additional mode appear shortly after their release dates.

Deal | No Man's Sky is an exploration game set in a galaxy. As a player, you must uncover the secret hidden at its center, but to do so, you'll need to explore numerous planets and gather resources while avoiding various dangers.

Oppo has finally revealed the Oppo Find X9 Ultra’s full, revolutionary camera system. With a massive light intake advantage over older Samsung phones with 10x zoom, and record-breaking 1x and 3x zoom camera, the Find X9 Ultra might just be the best camera phone of 2026 - potentially outclassing the likes of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Vivo X300 Ultra, iPhone 17 Pro, and Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Researchers have developed a low-cost, smartwatch-like device that uses optical sensors to non-invasively detect plastic particles inside the body, potentially eliminating the need for expensive blood tests.

Ahead of the release of 007 First Light on PS5, PlayStation has announced a limited edition DualSense controller based on the game. It will be available for pre-order in multiple regions and will be released on the same day as the video game.

The Apple MacBook, iMac and Mac mini suffer from a macOS bug that effectively acts like a time bomb. After a timer reaches a certain value, new TCP connections can effectively no longer be established, causing many apps and websites to stop working.

The latest DJI Osmo Pocket 4 leaks details new physical "zoom" and custom buttons for better, pro-grade controls. With a new magnetic mount point for modular fill lights and a bundled DJI Mic 3, the Osmo Pocket 4 could open the door to even more magnetic accessories compared to the Osmo Pocket 3.

Sony’s next major gaming event could unfold sooner than anticipated. A reliable leaker has heard that April 16th is a likely date for a PlayStation State of Play. Despite several major PS5 exclusives in development, third-party titles may take center stage instead.

Deal | Courtesy of an ongoing sale on Lenovo's official online store, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16 laptop is now available with a major $400 discount. The laptop packs 16 GB of RAM, as well as a modern 8-core AMD Ryzen 7 "Gorgon Point" APU.

Amazon is ending support for numerous Kindle e-readers and Kindle Fire tablets in May. After a deadline has passed, it will no longer be possible to load new e-books onto the affected Kindle models, effectively turning them into paperweights.

With a combination of Chinese hardware and German software, Tesvolt aims to impress with its recently introduced battery storage system. This is intended to ensure low prices and high safety standards while enabling a rapid payback period.

Tractive presents Cat 6 Mini and Dog 6 XL, two brand new pet trackers that not only record calories burned, active time spent and sleep, but also help to track a pet through a GPS module.

Deal | Courtesy of an ongoing sale on Lenovo's official online store, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16 laptop is now available with a major $400 discount. The laptop packs 16 GB of RAM, as well as a modern 8-core AMD Ryzen 7 "Gorgon Point" APU.

Two well-known leakers have provided more details on the next generation of Leica-branded cameras, which is already set to launch in China in a little over five months. It already seems fairly certain that it will use two 200MP sensors, but in the details as well, Xiaomi apparently is taking more cues from Oppo's and Vivo's current Ultra phones.

Keychron has officially made all of its keyboard and mouse designs open-source, including all of the wireless gaming keyboards and mice, making it significantly easier to design custom enclosures, mods, and add-ons for the relevant products. While these designs are not available for commercial use, the STEP files are free to download, and the community can suggest improvements in GitHub pull requests.

The Honor Win's sequel could keep the massive battery and fast charging of the original. Honor is also rumored to be adding a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processor along with a slightly bigger screen.

Sony's new pair of high-end wireless headphones should soon receive a global release. Rather than the WH-1000XM7, The ColleXion will be an even more premium alternative to the WH-1000XM6 that Sony is now said to be launching in two colours.

Corsair has confirmed new pricing for its first AMD Strix Halo mini-PC. Available with the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and up to 128 GB of RAM, the AI Workstation 300 previously ranged between $1,599 and $2,299.

Honor has announced it will be launching 2026 models of its MagicBook X14 Plus and MagicBook X16 Plus laptops. The two laptops will launch alongside new models under Honor's WIN and MagicBook Pro series on the same day.

Deal | The GMKtec K16 mini PC may not be the fastest system on the block, but manages to pack commendable performance in day-to-day tasks courtesy of its Ryzen 7 APU and 32 GB of LPDDR5 RAM. With a 34% discount, the mini PC is now even more affordable on Amazon Prime for a limited time.

Samsung discontinued the Galaxy Z TriFold after only three months of sales because it was an expensive product to produce. The company was believed to sell off the remaining stock in the pipeline and then halt sales altogether, and the final sale date has now been revealed.

The launch of Motorola's next premium clamshell foldable is almost upon us. While Motorola is focusing on the Razr Fold, a new leak has highlighted the Razr 70 Ultra in multiple finishes.

MetaMech is a relatively unknown laptop manufacturer outside of China. While we await the Legion 7a 15ASH11 with AMD Strix Halo, MetaMech has released the MetaMech 16 2026 with the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, up to 96 GB VRAM, a 99 Wh battery and even OCuLink connectivity.

A supplier of critical console components expects a dramatic increase in revenue. Chicony Electronics may be prepping for a surge in PSU manufacturing to support Project Helix. Amid the ongoing memory shortage, skeptics have questioned whether a new Xbox console release date in 2027 is realistic.

Even G2 comes closer to the original vision of Google Glass than most smart glasses, as a display shows navigation, notifications, a calendar or fitness tracking directly in the field of vision. The smart glasses are available now.

Astronomers have recently discovered a dwarf galaxy located near the Andromeda Galaxy. It has a unique composition, and further studies may help scientists better understand the early stages of the universe.

Morbid Metal is a new 3D hack-n-slash game from Screen Juice that combines the fast-paced, heavy-hitting combat from the likes of Warframe with traditional roguelite mechanics and challenging boss fights from games like Elden Ring. It has officially launched in Early Access, and it supports the Steam Deck on day one with very lightweight system requirements.

Deal | Whether you're a fan of arcade brawlers or games with emotionally rich storylines, Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut has players covered. With fans considering it the perfect entry point for beginners, curious players can snag it at an all-time low price.

The most affordable enterprise ThinkPads are the L series laptops. The new Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 7 and L16 Gen 3 are coming to the market with AMD Ryzen AI 400 and Intel Panther Lake.

The eufyMake E1 UV printer is a compact desktop machine that can print on over 300 different types of materials. It is now available in early access with two bundles and some perks for those who pre-order the machine.

As of April 2026, a huge chunk of new web pages are AI-generated, which is making finding authentic hardware benchmarks harder than ever. This flood of automated slop warrants a return to whitelist browsing and verified sources.

Firmware version 4.6.5.2 is currently rolling out to one of Amazfit’s smartwatches. This release brings several map related features and improvements to the T-Rex 3, as well as a new metric for some runners.

The increased frequencies would be possible via the N2P fabrication from TSMC. Still, even with the more efficient nodes, the Dimensity 9600 Pro chips are apparently overheating and require more complex cooling.

From vinyl records to compact cassettes and CDs to smartphones - Trettitre combines the most popular retro music formats with a MagSafe holder for smartphones, turning the record player and mobile cassette player into space-saving wall decorations while they are not in use.

The Honor Win's sequel could keep the massive battery and fast charging of the original. Honor is also rumored to be adding a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processor along with a slightly bigger screen.

Apple’s latest developer roundup points to WWDC26 prep, new sample code, design resources, and expanded App Store Connect analytics with more than 100 new metrics.

Lenovo Japan has announced the update of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 line. The new Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 7 laptop is a refresh of last year's X13 Gen 6, adopting Intel Panther Lake and AMD Ryzen 400.

Ugreen is now selling its new Nexode Pro 100W Charger with Smart Display in the EU. Already available in the US, the GaN accessory has a range of USB-C and USB-A ports with a folding design to make it easier to transport.

Insta360 is now selling a new MagSafe-compatible camera accessory. Available globally in two variants, the Insta360 Snap is available globally with an optional selfie light and a 3.5-inch viewfinder across both models.

Sony is apparently testing a new user interface for the PlayStation 5, with early users reporting a revised home screen that offers faster access to the Store, PS Plus and the games library – in some cases even outside the beta program.

Grand Seiko has shared a teaser video featuring its upcoming Spring Drive UFA diver’s watch on social media. This reveals some information about the timepiece’s design and appears to show a notable missing feature.

CheckMag | Samsung is defying its record $38 billion Q1 2026 profit by hiking prices across its US lineup. The Galaxy Book5 series sees a flat $300 jump, while Galaxy Tab prices have increased by up to $100. With a $599 MacBook Neo and new Asus Zenbooks here, Samsung’s aggressive price hikes on older hardware may drive loyalists toward the competition.

Evitania Online combines idle automation with MMO elements and is off to a remarkably strong Early Access start: just one day after release, the free-to-play game already has more than 140 reviews on Steam, 96% of them positive.

Ayaneo has raised the price of its cheapest Android handheld, the Pocket Air Mini. The new prices will take effect on April 9, but is currently limited to China.

Google is finally granting Google Photos users on Android a long-requested feature: videos can now be played faster or slower directly in the app. The rollout is already underway.

Most headphones now support active noise cancellation (ANC), which blocks out disturbing ambient noise but also muffles important sounds. Skoda DuoBell is designed to outwit ANC, as the bicycle bell can be heard through ANC headphones.

Oppo has confirmed that its next smartwatch is set to receive a global launch. Another luxurious model, the Watch X3 Mini will follow in its predecessor's footsteps with a much smaller display than the existing Watch X3.

Anthropic is keeping its new cyber AI, Claude Mythos, under wraps, even though the company says the model has found security vulnerabilities in major operating systems and browsers. The reason: Mythos may not only be able to detect vulnerabilities, but also help create dangerous exploits.

Gamers are already suffering from high memory prices driven by the AI boom and may even have to brace for further restrictions in the future. The strategy game Stormgate is losing its online features because its server host was acquired by an AI company. It is entirely possible that scenarios like this could become more common in the future.

The Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Eco has been listed on the brand’s global website and confirmed for a European launch. With four versions on the way, this model is described as energy-efficient, with app-based controls and a range of smart features.

Inexpensive, fast and ultra-wide - this is the combination with which the latest full-frame lens from Brightin Star aims to win over buyers. The lens costs just $249 and is delivered free of charge internationally.

Yarbo’s versatile M Series garden robot has been upgraded. Thanks to the new SAM module, the mower can now autonomously patrol the yard, follow a person, and perform other tasks.

Mammotion is now offering its iNavi service free of charge for life. This means that compatible Luba and Yuka series robotic mowers can navigate your garden using NetRTK completely free of charge, with no need for an RTK base station.

The Casio Standard MTP-B210, or MTP-B210D, watches have been spotted on several of the brand’s official websites. This model has a minimal design with a metal casing and strap, and four dial colors to choose from.

OnePlus has finally launched the Nord 6 smartphone after months of leaks and rumours. Available to order this week, the Nord 6 comes in three colours with a design that closely resembles the OnePlus 15.

Dell has now released a new Panther Lake mini-PC globally. Sold with up to 64 GB of DDR5 RAM, the Dell Pro 5 Micro can also be equipped with the Core Ultra 7 366H vPro while being powered off USB Type-C.

8BitDo has updated its 8BitDo 64 range with a new set of accessories. Designed to give its black and white versions a pop of colour, the Classic Button Set is relatively inexpensive too.

Leaked images and specs of the Oppo Pad Mini show a unique, smartphone-like punch-hole camera design. Rumored to launch on April 21, 2026, alongside the Oppo Find X9 Ultra, the "pocketable" powerhouse aims to redefine what a "small tablet" looks like. Watch out, iPad mini!

Anthropic just announced Project Glasswing - the company's newest initiative to secure critical software using the unreleased Claude Mythos Preview model. The project includes $100 million in usage credits and $4 million in donations.

In late March 2026, there were reports about OnePlus working on a gaming handheld that would go against the likes of AYN Odin 3 and Retroid Pocket 6. A sketchy leak has now given a glimpse of what the device may look like from the back.

Apple's inaugural foldable iPhone may not be delayed after all. A new, timely report by Bloomberg claims the flagship foldable is on track for a September launch, where it will debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.

Asus released five new laptops in the US on April 7. Now, the company has revealed higher pricing for all models, including the Zenbook 14. As a result, the larger Zenbook S16 is cheaper than its 14-inch counterpart. The Zenbook A14 and Zenbook A16 have received significant price increases, too.

The smart ring market leader Oura could soon solve one of the biggest problems with these wearables, as a patent shows how a smart ring could be equipped with an easily replaceable battery, which could give it a significantly longer service life.

Yarbo’s versatile M Series garden robot has been upgraded. Thanks to the new SAM module, the mower can now autonomously patrol the yard, follow a person, and perform other tasks.

Walmart's Onn series of Google TV streaming devices has a well-earned reputation for offering some of the best-value options on the market. The latest entry in the series, the Onn 4K Streaming Stick, continues that trend.

The Redmi K Pad 2 has been officially announced, and compared to the first-gen device, the new compact tablet features a minimalist rear design similar to the iPad mini. It's powered by the flagship Dimensity 9500 and sports a 165Hz display.

The Redmi K90 Max recently starred in official teasers, and now, Xiaomi has showcased the design of the gaming phone in new photos. These images show the back design and the slim form factor of the device. The launch is set for later in April 2026.

Sony has launched The Playerbase, a new community program that will select one fan to have their face scanned and appear as a limited-time character portrait in Gran Turismo 7, with additional PlayStation Studios titles reportedly under consideration. Eligible PSN users across multiple regions can apply by sharing their PlayStation experiences, after which finalists will be interviewed and the winner flown to Los Angeles for 3D scanning ahead of a planned summer 2026 announcement and a later in-game update.

Sony has launched The Playerbase, a new community program that will select one fan to have their face scanned and appear as a limited-time character portrait in Gran Turismo 7, with additional PlayStation Studios titles reportedly under consideration. Eligible PSN users across multiple regions can apply by sharing their PlayStation experiences, after which finalists will be interviewed and the winner flown to Los Angeles for 3D scanning ahead of a planned summer 2026 announcement and a later in-game update.

Intel says its 14th‑gen Raptor Lake Refresh CPUs and the LGA 1700/700‑series motherboard platform will remain in production, ensuring continued availability for desktop builders even as the company transitions to Arrow Lake. The move also keeps DDR4 support alive amid volatile memory pricing, giving users a lower‑cost entry point and a clearer upgrade path to DDR5 later.

With the Edge 70 Fusion, Motorola is bringing an unusual idea to the mid-range segment: two versions in different weight classes, depending on whether maximum battery life or an especially lightweight device matters more. In the summary of our review, we highlight each models' respective strengths and weaknesses.

Asus has introduced a new, high-performance router. It supports the latest WiFi 7 standard, though it is worth taking a very close look at the spec sheet in this regard. It comes with five separate antennas, which should help improve transmission quality.

Another PS5 Pro enhanced game has arrived on Sony’s pricey but increasingly potent console. Digital Foundry analyzed the new ray-traced focused Cyberpunk 2077 update. The performance review praised the lighting and influence of PSSR, but the upgrades excluded some reflections.

Seiko’s limited-edition Supercars GMT has officially gone on sale. The SSK057K stands out with a carbon-pattern dial and bold red accents, all backed by Seiko’s automatic GMT movement. With just 1,500 units available worldwide, it’s a niche release that, for now, remains exclusive to Australia.

Deal | The Asus ROG Xbox Ally has a lot going for it, especially its comfortable design, but the overall experience is marred by its weak processor. Now that it is on sale, its lower price makes it more appealing and worth considering.

Some new leaks have given us our first glimpse at Apple’s first foldable iPhone. It has a rather unconventional design and comes with two camera sensors at the back.

The first DJI Osmo Pocket 4 unboxing video has leaked, revealing new buttons, new case, new mic, and a smart fill light. However, the unboxing video doesn’t seem to mention the famous “Creator Combo”. The Osmo Pocket 4 should have 107GB internal storage and 14 stops of dynamic range, now potentially launching earlier than expected - on April 16.

A new leak has revealed key specifications of an upcoming OnePlus smartphone, which could launch as the Ace 6 Ultra. It is expected to be a performance-centric phone with a high-end chipset and up to 16GB of RAM.

Asus has now brought its lightweight 16-inch laptop to the US. Equipped with AMD Gorgon Point APUs and 32 GB of RAM, the new Zenbook S16 also features a larger battery than its predecessor.

Pebblebee has announced a new device that is the first of a new product category. Called the Halo, it is described as a safety device with a siren, strobe light, and live notification alert. It also doubles as an item finder.

Asus is now selling a new Intel Panther Lake-based laptop in the US. Equipped with a 120 Hz OLED display, the new Zenbook S14 retains the compact and lightweight 14-inch form factor of its predecessor with a larger battery capacity too.

Xiaomi has launched the new Mi Robot Vacuum and Mop 6 Pro in China. This model offers a high level of suction power and a roller mopping system. Plus, it has a slim body and a retractable LiDAR sensor to fit under low-lying furniture.

Casio has released the new G-Shock GMH5600-1 and GMH5600-9 watches in the US. Each has a negative MIP LCD, surrounded by a stainless steel bezel, with features like Bluetooth connectivity, heart rate monitoring and step counting.

Newly leaked images of the Insta360 Luna suggest it might have unique selling points compared to the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 and Pocket 4. The "Luna" is sporting a handle featuring a joystick, zoom lever, record button and two mysterious buttons. Combined with its confirmed dual-camera system, the Insta360 Luna looks ready to offer the manual precision pro creators have been waiting for.

Deal | Frostpunk is a city builder taking place on a frozen Earth, where you must build the last city. Establish laws and develop technologies to maintain the confidence of your people. And don’t forget to explore this hostile world to better understand its history.

RPCS3 developers release a simplified set of 2026 system requirements, broken into "Minimum", "Recommended", "Optimal", and "Max Performance" tiers. All told, these requirements look pretty reasonable, as they should following years of optimization efforts.

Exclusive | Veteran artist Mark Linington says Nvidia’s DLSS 5 demos have pushed AI-assisted rendering beyond simple enhancement and into reinterpretation territory, creating new concerns about creative control, authorship, and whether the final image still belongs to the artists who built it.

Nintendo is again facing the prospect of an anticipated game leaking early. There are reports of a bootable Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Switch ROM already in the wild. A retailer displaying physical copies may be the source of the Switch emulator compatible file.

The latest robot from CircuitMess was inspired by NASA's Mars Perseverance Rover. With a swiveling camera, a robotic arm and six wheels, the programmable robot is designed to give teenagers and adults alike an understanding of electronics and robotics.

Intel has officially confirmed it is a part of Elon Musk’s chipmaking initiative called Terafab. It will help xAI, SpaceX and Tesla manufacture “1 TW” worth of chips at full capacity.

Now that the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Galaxy S26+ are already being delivered with a slower Exynos chip in Europe, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 could face a similar fate. A leak suggests that Samsung will not be offering the flagship smartwatch in Europe with the Snapdragon Wear Elite.

Xiaomi will launch its sub-premium smartphone, the Redmi K90 Max, shortly. This phone will be a performance-focused model sitting beneath the Redmi K90 Pro Max. On the way, however, is what could be the Redmi K90 Ultra.

A particularly powerful desktop system is now available with a pre-order discount. It is intended not only for accelerating AI models but also for gaming and productivity applications. It also includes significantly faster networking.

Apple has reportedly sold more MacBook Neo than it expected. This has given rise to a unique problem for the company, as Apple seemingly doesn't have the A18 Pro SoCs on hand to produce more MacBook Neo units. Interestingly, the A18 Pro used in the MacBook Neo are being classified as "effectively free".

The comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) will not be visible in the sky in the coming days. Indeed, it did not survive its passage near the Sun. However, other celestial objects may meet a different fate, and new observations could be made.

With a fast Dimensity 8200, a gigantic 23,400 mAh battery and an integrated 1,080p DLP projector, the brand new Tank Pad Ultra should work just as well when camping as it does on a construction site.

Asus has now released a new set of 14-inch laptops. Based around AMD Gorgon Point APUs, the Zenbook 14 also features a 75 Wh battery, a 1200p OLED display and up to 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM.

Sony is hunting for a server-side engineer to revamp the PlayStation Network. The job listing mentions voice chat across multiple platforms, likely for live-service PS5 PC games. Rumors had suggested that the company planned to keep more titles confined to the PlayStation Store and consoles.

Amazfit is rolling out firmware version 4.6.5.2 to one of its recently released smartwatches. This brings a new Golf Mode to the T-Rex Ultra 2, as well as new running metrics and a sleep-related improvement.

Xiaomi's next Redmi Note smartphones have taken their first step on the road to being released. Spotted globally, the new series will be receiving a global release with the Redmi Note 17, Redmi Note 17 Pro, and Redmi Note 17 Pro Max currently rumoured.

WhatsApp is testing a new noise cancellation feature for its mobile app. Currently available in beta to a few Android users, the feature allows users to enable noise cancellation during voice and video calls.

Take-Two Interactive, publisher of Grand Theft Auto VI, has reportedly shut down its AI team and terminated its head of AI, Luke Dicken, along with other AI staff, according to multiple LinkedIn posts from affected employees. The move appears to reflect a shift in upper management priorities and contrasts with CEO Strauss Zelnick’s recent investor comments, which touted “hundreds” of AI initiatives while emphasizing that GTA 6 uses no generative AI.

Intel or AMD: The age old question of the PC market. In case of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6, both are available. Which one is best for you depends on your priorities.

Garmin has delivered a major new update to several of its mid-range smartwatches. The first public v17.xx update, Beta 17.16 is rolling out globally with over two dozen improvements for both the Venu 4 and the Vivoactive 6.

The Moto G Stylus 2026 is a new mid-range smartphone from Motorola. Its main highlight is the built-in active pen, which is backed by AI-powered features. The starting price is $499.99, a $100 bump from the predecessor.

Apple’s first foldable smartphone might be delayed due to challenges with its manufacturing process. It was initially rumoured to launch in September 2026, but it might not surface until December.

Mammotion is now offering its iNavi service free of charge for life. This means that compatible Luba and Yuka series robotic mowers can navigate your garden using NetRTK completely free of charge, with no need for an RTK base station.

Vivo is reportedly planning to launch the X300 FE in India soon, following its launch in Russia. Now a leak has revealed it will be available in a new color that is not sold in Russia.

Video | With the original Snapdragon X Elite, Qualcomm promised a laptop revolution ... with moderate success in 2024. This year, we see a lot fewer devices with Windows on ARM, but the second-generation X2 Elite is so much better, so it will be very interesting what this means for the future!

The Motorola Moto Pad 2026 has been formally announced. This affordable tablet is powered by the Dimensity 6300, a lower mid-range SoC, which is paired with an 11-inch display with a 90 Hz refresh rate and a 7,040 mAh battery.

LG has now released a new gaming monitor with 2,304 Mini LED backlight zones. Also featuring Dual Mode technology with support for 165 Hz and 330 Hz refresh rates, the LG UltraGear Evo 27GM950B delivers up to 750 nits SDR and 1,250 nits HDR peak brightness.

Samson, an open-world action game reminiscent of genre heavyweights such as GTA and Sleeping Dogs, launches on Steam on April 8. Despite the clearly recognizable parallels, developer Liquid Swords wants to give the title its own identity.

Xiaomi has started selling an affordable new 120 Hz monitor in Europe. Available across the EU and the UK, the Xiaomi 2K Monitor A27Qi 2026 surpasses its 2025 predecessor in several areas with a faster refresh rate and higher peak brightness, among other improvements.

Google is apparently continuing work on AluminiumOS: A new leak shows eye-catching wallpapers with neon colors, abstract shapes, and both light and dark variants. The images could offer an early indication of how the new laptop platform is meant to stand out visually from ChromeOS.

Sony is rumoured to have developed two new pairs of over-ear headphones. At the same time, the company is said to be preparing a new version of the WH-1000XM6. The same leaker has revealed when this Sandstone variant is set to arrive, too.

A new version of the Home Assistant app for iOS, version 2026.4.0, is now available. This release brings three new features to users, two of which are currently in testing, as well as an improvement linked to CarPlay.

YAR: Forgotten Throne, an open-world RPG with strong Slavic influences, has climbed into the top ranks of SteamDB. The indie title from Honor Games launched on April 3, 2026 and appears to be going down well with the community: 93% of Steam reviews are positive.

LG has finally released its latest 39-inch OLED gaming monitor. Available in the US before other markets, the UltraGear OLED 39GX950B combines a 5K2K resolution with a 165 Hz refresh rate and 335 nits full panel brightness.

The Xiaomi Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine is coming to countries worldwide. This new device appears to be simple to use, with features like a 19 Bar ULKA pump, two cup sizes and a relatively low operating noise.

Nvidia’s own promotional video for DLSS 5 was blocked on YouTube because of a third-party copyright claim. Although the clip is now back online, the case is still causing frustration in the community – and raises questions about the reliability of YouTube’s copyright system.

According to Bloomberg, Apple is planning a major Siri upgrade: in the future, the voice assistant could execute multiple commands within a single request. Apple’s Shortcuts app is also said to become much smarter.

Microsoft has announced the next lineup of games that Xbox Game Pass members will be able to download and play this month. The lineup includes Hades II, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, and more.

A new version of the Decathlon Rockrider E-ACTV 900 low-frame electric all-terrain bicycle has launched in Europe. Features include a continuously variable transmission (CVT), front suspension and support for Decathlon’s app. Plus, this model arrives with a lower RRP than its predecessors.

Deal | Although it takes a different path than its predecessor, Frostpunk 2 remains a very good city-building game. Anyone who has not yet had the chance to see that for themselves can now pick up the title on Steam with a 50% discount for the first time.

Pokémon Champions is about to launch, and experienced players have already prepared their teams in Pokémon Home. However, anyone who is not bringing their own Pokémon and does not want to spend money on the game may have to brace for a rather slow start.

Nitecore has further reduced the size and weight of its USB-C air pump. The new AP01 is the manufacturer's lightest model to date, weighing only 22 grams. The pump is also small enough to be tucked away in a small accessory bag.

Xiaomi is adding a gaming-focused model to its Redmi K90 lineup. The company has begun revealing details about the Redmi K90 Max ahead of its launch in China.

Intel or AMD: The age old question of the PC market. In case of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6, both are available. Which one is best for you depends on your priorities.

The RedMagic 11 Pro series has been delisted from the 3DMark benchmark because the gaming phone line was caught "cheating" to achieve high scores. As it turns out, the phones can actually score high, but by ignoring safe thermal limits.

The Zenbook A14 model features 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD and a 2K OLED screen, while the A16 model comes with the more powerful Extreme-series processor, 48 GB LPDDR5X-9600 RAM, 1 TB SSD and a 3K OLED display. HP's OmniBook Ultra 14 is also available now, but at a considerably higher price of $2,049.99

Casio has officially launched the new G-Shock BGA-15K watch. Available to order in Japan and on the way to other countries globally, this model has a playful date display and comes with two swappable accessories.

Anker has released its new soundcore Nebula P1i smart projector in more European countries. Already available in the US and the UK, this Google TV model has rotating speakers for optimized audio.

Govee has launched smart RGBIC interior car lights, allowing for personalized vehicle lighting in countless colors. Additionally, the system supports special lighting effects.

Airseekers has launched a new robotic lawn mower: the Tron SE. This is an entry-level model with the same mulching capability as the original Tron mower. Other features include NetRTK positioning, a rugged chassis and a swappable battery system.

Garmin has delivered a new update for two of its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out as Beta Version 17.16, the update brings over two dozen changes for both smartwatches, with another five dedicated to the Forerunner 970.

Nitecore has further reduced the size and weight of its USB-C air pump. The new AP01 is the manufacturer's lightest model to date, weighing only 22 grams. The pump is also small enough to be tucked away in a small accessory bag.

Releasing the Edge 70 Fusion in two different battery capacities is a brilliant move from Motorola. It lets consumers choose between longer battery life and a slimmer design. In this article, we’ll summarize the pros and cons of each option based on our review.

With I'm Back Roll, an analog camera can be converted into a digital camera in just a few simple steps. Thanks to a 26 megapixel APS-C sensor, popular cameras such as the Leica M6 or the Nikon F4 can be digitized.

Xiaomi appears to be about to launch a new version of the Mijia Air Conditioner Natural Wind Vertical 3HP (New Level 1 Energy Efficiency). Set for release in China, this model is said to deliver a natural feeling breeze across two zones, and it supports HyperOS Connect.

Garmin has released a new update for multiple high-end smartwatches. Available worldwide, Beta Version 22.21 features almost three dozen changes, including over half a dozen new features.

A new pair of Sony wireless over-ear headphones has leaked. Previously thought of as a new 1000X device, The ColleXion is now rumoured to be a standalone pair of headphones. Pricing and a release date have emerged, too.

Casio has released three new G-Shock watches in Europe. These digital watches have a sparkling finish, and one model has a colorful display. Features of this Baby-G include 100 m water resistance and a precise stopwatch.

The Razer Blade 16 2026 starts at $3,500. However, even at this price, the Razer Blade 16 2026 seemingly features a disappointing webcam that fails in comparison against the MacBook Pro 16.

The Pixel 10a in Isai Blue is only available with only 256GB of stoarge and is availablefor pre-order now and ships on May 20. It also looks like there’s a custom software theme that comes with the exclusive ‘Isai Blue’ color.

According to leaks, one version of the WIN laptop is expected to feature an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor paired with an RTX 5060 GPU, along with 16GB DDR5 RAM and up to 1TB SSD storage. Another higher-end variant could include an Ultra 9 290HX processor combined with an RTX 5070 GPU.

After eschewing the release of a Mix Fold 5 in 2025, Xiaomi looks set to return with a proper book-style foldable phone this year. It's unclear what the foldable will be branded as, but a new leak has now provided some clarity on when it will launch.

At launch, AYN marketed the Odin 3 as a Snapdragon 8 Elite gaming handheld, but it turns out that the device isn't actually powered by that SoC. Instead, it packs a modified version, without the camera processing and 5G modem, and the chip is called Dragonwing Q8.

Digital Chat Station, a reliable leaker, previously shared that the OnePlus 16 is set to feature a 200 MP camera. Now, another notable tipster, Smart Pikachu, hints that it could be the Samsung HP5, which is the same sensor found in camera flagships like the Find X9 Pro.

Xiaomi is adding a gaming-focused model to its Redmi K90 lineup. The company has begun revealing details about the Redmi K90 Max ahead of its launch in China.

Vivo is rumored to launch a new Pro Max model in the next-generation X500 series. A previous leak revealed the Vivo X500 Pro Max may use the Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset. Now, a new leak sheds light on the camera specifications of the device.

Programming a save and load system is often a fundamental part of game development. Yet, a gossip site claimed that issues with the feature would postpone the GTA 6 release date. A reporter who has covered Rockstar Games extensively refuted the rumor, but fears over a delay persist.

Shortly after an accidental source code leak, a critical vulnerability was discovered in the AI coding agent called Claude Code. It potentially allows attackers to bypass security safeguards and steal sensitive data from developers.

Not every Counter-Strike update is good, and not every video essay is worthy of an essay—but Counter-Strike 2's new animgraph overhaul ported and overhauled from Half-Life: Alyx may be worth revisiting the game.

Digital Extremes says it will not use AI-generated content in either Warframe or its upcoming fantasy title, Soulframe, drawing a clear line as more studios adopt generative AI to speed development. Community director Megan Everett told GameSpot at PAX East 2026 that the company is “very non-AI,” citing growing distrust of online art after mistakenly featuring AI-made fanwork and vowing, “Nothing in our games will be AI-generated. Ever.”

Even Samsung’s 2026 foldables pale in comparison. If LG had not decided to exit the smartphone business, we could have seen a first rollable smartphone as early as 2021, one that was already more innovative five years ago than anything the foldable phone segment has produced recently, as a teardown shows.

The era of DJI’s "Pocket" monopoly is over. With the Insta360 Luna teasing a dual-camera system and 3x optical zoom, the stakes have never been higher. As leaks point to a DJI Osmo Pocket 4 launch on April 20, the question is whether a dual-lens "Osmo Pocket 4 Pro" variant arrives to save DJI's crown, or is Insta360 ready to steal the show?

A hardware modder on Overclock.net reports successfully booting Windows 11 on Intel’s OEM-only Core 9 273PQE “Bartlett Lake” CPU using a standard Asus Z790 LGA1700 motherboard after crafting custom BIOS microcode and patches that spoof early initialization as Raptor Lake. The proof-of-concept highlights both the platform’s latent compatibility and the limits of accessibility, since Bartlett Lake chips remain unavailable to typical consumers despite interest in an all–performance-core desktop release.

Deal | The Nintendo eShop has just launched a massive sale, with many titles marked down to just a couple of bucks. What’s better is that even some more expensive games are marked down as much as 96%.

An indie deckbuilder unexpectedly topped the Steam sales charts for March. Slay the Spire 2 notched more than twice the total of any rival, including a popular Pearl Abyss open-world game. Following patches, Crimson Desert Steam reviews continue to improve, hinting at a successful April.

Deal | Amazon has discounted the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air variants a month after Apple officially showed them off. They come with Apple’s newest M5 chip and Wi-Fi 7—something that has been notably absent from Apple laptops until last year.

Deal | Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga is a 2D tactical RPG in which you must lead armies through a war-torn empire. You’ll also need to upgrade your soldiers and unlock new abilities to defeat every enemy that stands in your way.

Nothing has removed the CMF Watch app from the iPhone App Store and the Google Play Store. The app, which received rather mixed reviews from users, is being replaced by the Nothing X app, which is already used for products such as the Nothing Headphone (1).

Three YouTube channels, including the popular h3h3 Productions, filed suit against Apple for using content to train the Cupertino company's AI models. The lawsuit alleges that Apple unlawfully skirted around YouTube's copyright protection systems to "harvest content creators' protected and copyrighted videos for commercial use."

A new leak has revealed key details about the Oppo Pad Mini, an upcoming compact Android tablet. It is expected to feature an 8.8-inch OLED display and a high-end Snapdragon chipset.

Apple has reportedly entered the trial production phase for its first foldable iPhone. Moving past the rumor stage, the device is expected to launch in December, following the iPhone 18 Pro series release this fall. In other words, the iPhone Fold might be Apple’s first “Christmas present” launch.

A multitude of Google Pixel smartphones have been unable to boot into Android after installing the March 2026 update. Google has acknowledged the issue and says it is working on a fix.

Deal | Samsung if offering a limited time discount on the Galaxy S26 lineup and it’s an instant discount at checkout. Those who chose the trade-in option can save even more, up to $720, depending on the model.

With a high-resolution 3.2K E Ink panel, Modos Flow is one of the most interesting mobile monitors on the market. This is because E Ink guarantees first-class readability in the sun and low power consumption. With stylus support, color display and a frame rate of 60 Hz, the display is nevertheless extremely versatile.

Among all the AI fakes currently circulating around Hasselblad’s flagship camera phone, there are still a few highlights that appear to be real after all. That includes a first short hands-on video of an apparently powered-on Oppo Find X9 Ultra in a phone store.

A new developer board offers numerous connectors and supports not only power delivery via a battery but also wireless connectivity on two different frequency bands. The SparkFun Thing Plus board supports Bluetooth and is available now.

Deal | The MSI Vector 16 HX AI gaming laptop with an RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU, 16 GB of RAM, and a 20-core Core Ultra 7 255HX CPU is on sale on Woot with 90-day Woot Warranty. Based on the specifications, the MSI Vector 16 HX AI is designed for QHD and high-refresh-rate FHD gaming.

For the Raspberry Pi: A new motherboard is intended to significantly expand the capabilities of the single-board computer and give makers a very wide range of options for experimentation. It makes it possible to use a Raspberry Pi with standard components. PCIe can also be used. The Sentinel Core is now available for pre-order via a crowdfunding campaign.

Digital cameras such as the Fujifilm X100 VI or the Leica M11 have long had useful smartphone apps. Pellica now complements analog cameras with a corresponding app, allowing analog photos to be supplemented with digital metadata, while the app is also intended to help with film development.

A compact new computer system and, depending on the definition, a single-board computer or barebone system uses Intel SoCs and should offer quite solid computing performance. The Advantech MIO-5356 is also compatible with various operating systems.

Thanks to the TESS satellite, astronomers have discovered a hot Jupiter orbiting a rare star in the universe. And further studies will need to be conducted in the future to better understand this stellar system, which remains largely unknown.

The Q01 is a new pair of smart glasses. It is intended to be particularly useful for athletes and also supports video recording. The gadget can even be used with voice assistants, although it is not necessarily an AR headset.

A new and particularly compact board can be used to connect various sensors and actuators, and it comes with an SoC based on the RISC-V architecture. As usual, the WeAct CH32V006F8U6 is programmed via USB Type-C and can also be powered over USB.

The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to launch in September this year alongside a couple other new devices, one of them being the iPhone Air 2, at least that’s what it seems for now. The iPhone 18, on the other hand, will come out next year.

In our review, Vivo’s gaming flagship performs well in many areas. We are somewhat more critical of the iQOO 15 Ultra’s actual standout feature, however, since its practical benefit in everyday use is limited.

Vivo is not only capable of making flagship phones with fantastic photo quality. Even a gaming phone beats the camera systems of rivals from Apple and Samsung, which now feel dated. Our iQOO 15 Ultra review makes clear why the company currently leads our best-of list.

The Arduino UNO Media Carrier is a new expansion board that is relatively affordable and is intended to significantly expand the capabilities of compatible developer boards and single-board computers. As the name suggests, the focus is primarily on media functions.

The Crimson Desert platinum trophy demands an enormous time commitment. Even so, PS5 players are gradually becoming Pywel Legends after devoting hundreds of hours to the game. The size of the maps and the variety of side activities make the 35 achievements more intimidating.

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 will be available in the market starting April 22, but it looks like pricing for the CPU has already leaked. The chip touts 13% performance uplift in some tasks compared to the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, but the leaked price tag seems a bit exorbitant.

Former Rockstar Games audio designer Robb Carr says Grand Theft Auto VI is likely to reuse and expand systems from Red Dead Redemption 2, citing how GTA V adapted RDR’s Dead Eye into character abilities. He suggests GTA VI could similarly incorporate RDR2-style realism and reactive world mechanics, such as reputation-driven NPC behavior, while emphasizing he has no insider details and is only speculating.

The Murena project has just pushed the /e/OS mobile platform to version 3.6. This update is the first one with Android 16 as its base and comes with improved search capabilities, multiple tweaks and fixes, as well as a much better software center.

GameMT's latest gaming handheld relies on a modular gamepad that can be magnetically attached to a display module or smartphone, making the E5 ModX more versatile than most of its competitors.

According to insiders, a new Star Fox game for Switch 2 could launch as early as summer 2026 – and apparently turn out quite differently than expected. Rumors from last year were revisited on the VGC podcast, including hints at a more humorous tone, which could point to a noticeable shift in direction for Star Fox.

Deal | Anyone in the mood for some uncomplicated co-op shooting can currently pick up Killing Floor, one of the best-known survival shooters, at its best price on Steam. The game also includes a single-player mode and still feels almost tailor-made for a quick shooter session on the go.

Artemis II breaks the historic record of Apollo 13: After more than half a century, the NASA crew in the Orion spacecraft is traveling further from Earth than any crewed mission in history.

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion shows how flexible a mid-range smartphone can be today, as color, battery size, and storage configuration can all be chosen based on individual needs. Our summary of the test results explains which version is worth considering and where the limitations are.

Sony’s latest PlayStation Store charts for Southeast Asia show Crimson Desert leading Asia’s PS5 downloads in March 2026, with Red Dead Redemption 2 topping PS4.

The maiden flight of China’s Tianlong-3 has ended in failure. The rocket from private space company Space Pioneer lifted off successfully on April 3, 2026, but did not reach its planned orbit. The debut mission therefore marks a technical setback for one of China’s most ambitious private space projects.

Pokémon Champions launches on April 8, and anyone who wants to stay competitive from day one should start preparing now. One useful starting point is an unofficial list of available Pokémon compiled by Bulbagarden.

Not only is Garmin soon to launch a rival product to Whoop 5.0, Polar Loop and the Amazfit Helio Strap, but Google's subsidiary brand Fitbit is also planning a fitness wearable without a display. This can now be seen in advance in several videos.

Deal | Nova Roma launched in Early Access on Steam on March 26 and is available with a 20% introductory discount until April 9. The city builder takes players to antiquity, where they build a Roman island settlement as the empire falls into decline.

At GTC 2026, Nvidia presented a possible answer to the VRAM crisis in modern games: with Neural Texture Compression, memory usage in a demo drops from 6.5 GB to 970 MB while maintaining nearly identical image quality. The technology is giving the community hope, but it is also fueling criticism of Nvidia’s past VRAM strategy.

The NASA Artemis Watch 2.0 looks like a futuristic version of the Fallout Pip-Boy, but is a fully functional smartwatch with activity tracking. The watch is programmable and can therefore be expanded with new watch faces and apps.

OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar has reportedly raised concerns about Sam Altman’s 2026 IPO target and the scale of the company’s planned spending, according to Reuters citing The Information.

In Turkey, McDonald’s is offering a quirky “Pro Gamer Menu” that includes a Big Mac, fries, Coke, onion rings and the anti-AFK tool “Archie.” While Reddit users see the promotion as a funny marketing gimmick, many think the price of around $12 is too high.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Galaxy S26+ are significantly slower in Europe than their US counterparts, as the Exynos 2600 is in some cases significantly slower than the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and consumes even more power.

Samsung is reportedly preparing a fourth member of the Galaxy S27 series. The new Galaxy S27 Pro is rumored to slot between the Galaxy S27 Plus and the Galaxy S27 Ultra. With four new Galaxy S27 smartphones, Samsung will have the same number of smartphones in their premier lineup as the Apple iPhone lineup.

A reliable leaker has compared the clock speed and IPC uplift of Intel Nova Lake and AMD Zen 6 CPU architectures. If the leaker's report is correct, Intel might finally be able to take the performance crown from AMD in all workloads, including gaming.

ZTE has released a smart display in China that is similar to the LG StanbyME. However, ZTE's FreeScreen F10 has a SIM card slot for a 5G SIM and a built-in battery that offers up to 12 hours of use.

The RedMagic has a new flagship Android gaming tablet on the way, and now there's a window for its release. In addition, it has been confirmed that the tablet will get an international version that will be released later.

Lower DDR5 prices at some retailers aren’t rattling the DRAM giant Samsung. A Korean report discusses how customers are paying more than in Q1 2026 for long-term contracts. If demand from AI data centers remains steady, smartphones, laptops, and consoles may stretch budgets further.

The Oppo Find X9 series is a flagship camera-focused smartphone lineup. The company will soon launch two new models, including the Find X9 Ultra and the Find X9s Pro. A recent leak has detailed the Find X9s Pro's camera specifications.

Samsung has announced it is winding up its Messages app. The announcement also informs users to switch to Google Messages which has a handful of upgrades.

Deal | Dreamscaper is an action RPG that offers two different gameplay modes, allowing you to face numerous enemies and discover Cassidy’s story. Improve your skills and unlock upgrades to become stronger and overcome your nightmares.

Deal | Whether you're a fan of arcade brawlers or games with emotionally rich storylines, Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut has players covered. With fans considering it the perfect entry point for beginners, curious players can snag it at an all-time low price.

Deal | Amazon has dropped the price of the top-rated Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones to their near-historical low price. The headphones offer adaptive 8-microphone noise cancellation, Hi-Res Audio music playback, and DSEE Extreme AI music enhancement.

CheckMag | When HP invited me to New York for their HP Imagine 2026, I expected to hear about AI and see some new business laptops. I did not expect the HP Dimension with Google Beam, which blew me away.

Nixxes Software could be dramatically impacted if Sony released fewer titles on Steam. The studio, which develops PlayStation PC ports, recently updated its company description. Despite the rumors, it emphasizes success in making PS5 exclusives multiplatform games.

200MP photos from what is currently probably the best camera flagship phone on the market go up against 24MP shots from a Sony Alpha A7 III setup with a Sony 24-70 lens. Which one comes out ahead in which areas can be judged by anyone based on the available original images.

A PSP enthusiast has submitted a 333-piece LEGO Ideas recreation of Sony’s original PSP-1000, accurately capturing its distinctive curves, controls, and screen, using legal building techniques and detailed parts such as the power slider and charging port. The model also includes a retractable UMD tray with a demo disc and must reach 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas after surpassing 700 votes since its April 1, 2026 launch to be considered for an official release.

The Baseus PicoGo Air is a new slim power bank that the company has launched in China. It measures 6.9mm thick and supports 15W magnetic wireless charging and 22.5W wired fast charging. The launch price is CNY 299, around $43.44

Capcom has brought the original Resident Evil trilogy alongside Breath of Fire IV to Steam for $4.99 each, using the same enhanced versions previously sold on GOG with upgraded audio, controls, and display options. The release, however, is drawing criticism for adding Capcom’s Enigma DRM, which users link to past performance problems and current Steam Deck compatibility issues, including input glitches, video playback inconsistencies, and missing cloud saves.

Astronomers have revealed an image taken by the Hubble Space Telescope showing the evolution of the Crab Nebula over 25 years. And this allows scientists to better understand these structures, which remain very mysterious.

Apple’s developer releases page now lists iOS 26.5 beta 1 (v2) and iPadOS 26.5 beta 1 (v2) as build 23F5043k, replacing the original March 30 beta 1 seed.

The Intel Core Ultra X9 378H is now official, and essentially, it's a comparable processor to the X9 388H, but with a slightly lowered Max Turbo Frequency. It even retains the capable Arc B390 iGPU but strips enterprise features.

Claude AI is giving away free credits as a likely gesture of goodwill following recent issues. Depending on their subscription tier, customers can receive $20 (approx. €17), $100 (approx. €85), or $200 (approx. €170) at no extra cost. Additionally, a discount of up to 30% for purchasing extra usage is also available.

Major tech corporations are calling for illegal content to be automatically detected in private chats. However, the European Parliament has declined to extend the e-Privacy Directive exemption that permitted the identification of abusive material in private messages.

Deal | Fight 4 Your Friends is one of the new bundles on Humble Bundle. It has a total of six games that are playable on the Steam Deck, and all are designed for co-op play. The entire collection is worth over $278 at retail, but it can be purchased for $10.

Microsoft is establishing Copilot as its primary AI brand for Windows, Microsoft 365 and GitHub. However, the terms of use, warnings, and disclaimers for each Copilot differ. By doing this, the Redmond-based tech giant is undermining trust in its own AI tool.

Deal | Evergreen Valley: The Parkour Game is now free on the Epic Games Store until April 8, down from $2.99. The single-player platformer features casual exploration elements with punishing resets and low system requirements.

A first look at the new LEGO Fortnite 'Rave Cave' set has been revealed. Although the image is blurry, several key components can already be identified. Additionally, pricing information has surfaced. The set is expected to be released on June 1, 2026.

The Acemagic N3A is now available to purchase. It was initially announced in February 2026, and the company has switched the processor. This mini PC and NAS hybrid with 136TB storage support is powered by the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2544. The launch price is $299.

Grell has released the OAE2 open-ear headphones to the worldwide market. They utilize angled drivers that simulate the effect of sound coming from in front of the listener to deliver the missing je ne sais quoi that other headphones lack.

The Xiaomi Bluetooth Remote 2 Pro is now official in China, and one of the interesting features is the NFC casting. It allows users to cast their phone's content to a connected TV through the remote. The launch price is CNY 99, around $14.38.

The Xiaomi 18 series is set to challenge the iPhone 18 with (another) innovative AI "Smart Window" rear display. While dual 200 MP cameras promise elite photography, surging RAM costs mean fans should brace for a possible price jump this September.

The Xiaomi 18 will take over sometime in the future, but one final model in the Xiaomi 17 lineup is still on the schedule, and it is not one of the Xiaomi 17T variants. Instead, the huge Xiaomi 17 Max is expected to launch soon with Leica camera upgrades in tow.

Retro gamers are often frustrated when titles disappear from the Microsoft Store. Happenings in the xCloud backend may be a prelude to Xbox 360 games and other favorites returning. The company has promised to implement backward compatibility on PCs and existing and new Xbox consoles.

Deal | The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is a high-end Android tablet featuring an 11-inch display, S Pen support, and an aluminum body. Amazon is currently offering the 256GB and 512GB variants at 15% off.

Some video enthusiasts might be upset as a major audio upgrade/downgrade is coming to the Creator Combo version of the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 - depending on your priorities. The new transmitter, likely the DJI Mic 3, offers a smaller footprint and better sound than the Mic 2 but removes the 3.5mm lav mic input.

Deal | Smalland: Survive the Wilds is an open-world survival game in which your character is a small fairy-like creature. You must venture into a dangerous world, build shelters, and upgrade your equipment in order to complete your mission.

Pearl Abyss found another way to improve the graphics in its immersive open-world adventure. A new Crimson Desert PS5 Pro patch makes PSSR upscaling available in quality mode. While anti-aliasing sharpens scenery in the PS5 Pro enhanced game, frame rates dip more frequently below 30 fps.

A new expansion board essentially turns the Raspberry Pi 5 into a NAS. It comes with two Ethernet ports and support for multiple storage drives. Both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch hard drives are supported.

Garmin is continuing to improve its own products, as patents that have now become public illustrate. Specifically, an improved technology could presumably lead to better positioning accuracy or stronger connection quality of smartwatches like the Garmin Fenix 9.

This year's Easter surprise is not coming from Oppo itself, but from various leakers in China who have published several hands-on images in the past few hours of what is supposed to be the ultimate Hasselblad camera flagship phone of the year. That said, we have doubts about the authenticity of at least some of them.

Glenn Israel, a former art director at Halo Studios, has published a detailed account of alleged harassment, HR failures, and project mismanagement during his final years at the company. These claims come a few months after his departure in late 2025.

Deal | House Flipper is currently available as a free game on Steam. This is a limited-time offer, and it will last until April 06, 2026. After this deal expires, the title will return to its regular price tag, which is $24.99.

The SpectraSlideOut is an additional display that attaches to a notebook in a somewhat unusual way. That means the extra display can essentially remain attached to the notebook at all times and be carried along with it.

The new LOVX wireless HDMI transmitter and receiver kit supports 4K resolution at 30 Hz with a 165-foot range. Early bird pricing starts at $59, and the company expects to begin shipping units globally by June 2026.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance has received the Sega Villains Stage DLC on PS5 and PS4, plus a free update that adds Hardcore Mode and new combat settings.

Bigme has unveiled a new mobile device with two displays. The smartphone features an e-ink display on one side and an LCD on the other. That could make it possible to combine the advantages of both technologies.

At first glance, the Lenovo Tab K12 looks like the twin of the Idea Tab Plus, but it sets itself apart with 5G, 12GB of RAM, and a business focus. We discuss the real differences in terms of features, box contents, updates, and target group, and which model makes more sense for which type of user.

With 5G and gaming ambitions: A new tablet is expected to stand out with modern cellular connectivity and a powerful SoC, and it comes with a faster display. The iPlay 80 Mini Ultra is still relatively compact and, paired with a suitable controller, could be an alternative to a gaming handheld.

For the Raspberry Pi 5: A new add-on board looks well suited to a range of specific use cases and enables both backup power in the event of a power outage and the storage of larger amounts of data on an SSD.

Jackery has introduced the successor to the SolarSaga 40 Mini. The new version, the SolarSaga Air, features a different folded footprint, likely making it better suited for backpacks. A solar-angle indicator has been added, and the weight has been further reduced.

Microsoft says unmanaged Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro PCs will receive 25H2 automatically through Windows Update, though its release health page still shows a conflicting status date.

The GMKtec NucBox K17 was recently introduced in China, and now, the company has brought it to the global market. It's powered by an entry-level Intel Lunar Lake processor, and the starting price is $559.99.

Anthropic’s fight over the leaked 'Claude Code' source code was conducted so aggressively that even official repositories were deleted via DMCA requests. Analysis of the code reveals that the issue involves more than just protected algorithms; it concerns the monitoring of user emotions and concealment.

For about four hours, Nicholas Carlini worked on FreeBSD supported by Anthropic’s Claude. Carlini states that Claude performed a large part of the work autonomously, from identifying the vulnerability to the finished exploit.

Casio has officially listed the MRW-230H-1E4V and 2EV after recent retailer leaks. The watches feature a rotating bezel, 100m water resistance, quartz movement, and lightweight resin build. Official pricing is still unknown, while expected pricing is close to $50-$60.

The new LEGO sets based on Netflix’s One Piece have been unveiled. They will feature various elements, such as a ship, a castle, and a battle scene. In addition, more details should be revealed in the future.

A viral clip showing ruins and a statue resembling Queen Marika is spreading online. The location looks to be real, but it’s unclear if filming for the Elden Ring movie is underway or if this is a staged setup.

Hands-on images of Casio’s GMW-BZ5000RC-1 show a layered full-metal case with a shifting rainbow ion-plated center. The new MIP display and refined construction imply a clear design shift from older GMW-B5000 models.

The RedMagic 11 Pro Golden Saga Edition has been put to the test by running PC games on it. ETA Prime tested the gaming phone with GameHub, a Windows game emulator, and the device averaged over 40 FPS across titles like Red Dead Redemption, GTA 5, and Cyberpunk 2077.

Samsung's next Fan Edition smartphone appears to be on the way. The Galaxy S26 FE is expected to debut later in the year and has now surfaced on Geekbench with worse performance numbers than other Galaxy S26 series phones, thanks to its last-gen chipset.

Gigabyte takes the A16, drops in a refresh CPU and swaps the RTX 5070 for an RTX 5070 Ti—then calls the result the A16 Pro. Is that justified? How much “Pro” is really in this relatively affordable gaming laptop?

External, expandable batteries have not been a thing on laptops for a while now. Maybe this feature could come back though: As our recent interview with a ThinkPad product manager about the new ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 revealed, Lenovo is thinking about this feature again.

It is almost time: Lenovo's next generation ThinkPads are being prepared for the market. The new Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 AMD should hit the store shelves in May. But for many customers, waiting is a bad idea: The older ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 AMD is still really good, and it will be much less expensive.

A resurfaced account from Portal 2 lead designer Josh Weier says Valve co-founder Gabe Newell stepped back from hands-on game development after Portal 2 because his seniority made it difficult for developers to challenge his ideas with honest disagreement. Weier described Newell as eager to collaborate but often met with deference, citing Portal 2 design debates as an example of why Newell ultimately chose to give teams more autonomy while offering periodic check-ins and feedback.

Mojang’s Minecraft “Tiny Takeover” update, released March 24, refreshes baby mobs with fluffier designs and new vocalizations recorded from “real animal voice actors,” including a specialist “cow whisperer” brought in to capture authentic mooing. The patch also adds golden dandelions to prevent baby mobs from growing up, simplifies name tag crafting, and expands music-building options with copper-based note blocks that produce trumpet tones that vary with oxidation.

Samsung has announced the 2026 edition of its The Frame and The Frame Pro Art TVs. Both TVs bring new features and improvements, while the pro model gets a new size.

It can be frustrating when a Steam game doesn’t run as well as developers promise. New code in the store’s client hints that listings will display user-generated performance data. Valve also started anonymously tracking FPS counts on SteamOS devices, which will soon include the Steam Machine.

Amazon has announced a release date and pricing for the Kindle Scribe and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft for the UK and Germany. The two Kindles were announced in late 2025, and have been available to buy in the US for a few months now.

Ahead of its April 21 launch, the Oppo Find X9s Pro has surfaced in a new leak revealing its key details. It is expected to be a camera-centric flagship with a 6.32-inch display and a large battery.

Honor has unveiled a new phone it calls the Honor X70 Refresh Edition. However, it is just a relaunch of the Honor X70 announced in July 2025, albeit with a new color option and the latest software.

More information about the Steam Controller has leaked, revealing the initial setup. The datamine is the latest sign that Valve is preparing to launch its trio of new hardware. Not slowed by the memory shortage, the company could ship the PC controller ahead of the Steam Machine release date.

Casio has now listed its AQ-240E hybrid Vintage watches in the US, putting a rest to earlier leaks. The new models feature pastel dials and a slim digital display, with unchanged specs and expected pricing around $60.

Deal | Achilles: Legends Untold is an action RPG that immerses you in Greek mythology. You embody the legendary warrior Achilles and must face numerous enemies while uncovering secrets about your second life.

During a mission status press conference, an Outlook glitch provided some lighthearted moments for journalists. Houston confirmed they managed to resolve the issue on the Commander's Surface Pro via remote access—likely marking the longest-distance Remote Desktop session ever established.

The refreshed Xiaomi S Mini LED TV 2026 series has been introduced in China, and it differs from the lineup that was recently launched in the EU. This Chinese series is available in five sizes, from 55-inch to 100-inch, with up to 1920 dimming zones and 288Hz refresh rate.

The Raspberry Pi CM5 TV Stick Lite is a new carrier board available for the Compute Module 5. It retails for $35 and plugs directly to an external display or TV through the HDMI connector.

Serial leaker Moore's Law Is Dead is advising people who are seriously considering buying the PS5 Pro to hold on. The leaker's reasoning is based on the leaker's knowledge of Sony's design goals for the PS6 consoles. MLID alleges that Sony is designing the PS6 to be affordable.

Xiaomi has listed the Mijia Robot Vacuum and Mop 4, pricing it at about a $210 equivalent. Despite its budget positioning, it offers specs that could undercut similarly equipped rivals from Roborock and Dreame.

Sony is reportedly wanting to create a more unified development system for efficient scalability for future console generations. A new leak has hinted that the transition is about to begin and that the next console is not too far.

Thanks to the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, astronomers have discovered more than 11,000 new asteroids in our solar system and studied 80,000 already known. These discoveries could help identify potential future threats to Earth.

More than 20 years after Deus Ex: Invisible War split fans over its streamlined design, audio director Alexander Brandon said the game had “room for improvement” but argued the team delivered strong work under tight deadlines and technical constraints.

Support studios for Sony Interactive Entertainment are adopting a new philosophy. XDev and Valkyrie Entertainment stress PlayStation exclusivity, while omitting multiplatform references. Rumors hint that Sony is cutting back on PS5 PC ports to incentivize buyers to purchase its consoles.

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 with Ryzen Z2 Extreme was launched with a $1,349 price tag, but it now costs $650 more than its MSRP after multiple price hikes.

The QD-OLED / WOLED panel lottery was reserved only for markets outside the US and Korea previously, but with the latest S90H OLED TV series, Samsung seemingly decided to eliminate this issue by completely ditching QD-OLED panels for WOLEDs globally. No more lottery and no more QD-OLEDs at a more affordable price point either.

The Xiaomi Redmi K90 Ultra is the company's next expected sub-flagship smartphone. It has now cleared 3C certification in China, hinting that a release is in the pipeline.

LG has finally confirmed release details for its long-awaited Tandem OLED gaming monitor. Pricing for the UltraGear OLED 39GX950B has emerged, too. LG's new monitor combines a 5K2K panel with up to 1,500 nits and a 330 Hz refresh rate as needed.

Deal | Just in time for Easter, Subnautica is free: the acclaimed underwater survival game with 97% positive Steam reviews can be played for free until April 6 and will then be available at a 75% discount.

Valve is overhauling Steam: the new homepage brings a more modern design, personalized offers and infinite scrolling for the first time. Users can already try out the new design in the beta client.

With the free Pokopia Garden, Berlin has had a new Pokémon-themed photo spot featuring plants, terrariums, PokéStops and a Gym for Pokémon GO since March 31, 2026. For local Pokémon fans, it should be a real must-visit. A longer trip just to see the Pokopia Garden is probably not worth it, but similar themed areas are also planned for other parts of Germany and for Paris.

The Alldocube iWork GT Ultra is an attractively priced Windows convertible with solid hardware. For less than 800 euros (approximately US$920), it combines the latest Intel Core Ultra performance with a flexible 2-in-1 design and a high-resolution display. The device is therefore aimed at users who want to be productive on the move without spending a lot of money, but the concept does not come without compromises.

The launch of the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 is fast approaching. Rumoured to be receiving a global release later this month, the new vlogging camera appears set to launch with a variety of camera upgrades, as well as improved subject tracking and built-in storage to boot.

Casio has officially listed its A159WEVJ-2 and A159WEVJ-7 Vintage watches with Seigaiha wave-pattern dials. Specs are unchanged from the past pre-release leak. This update, instead, focuses more on design, packaging, and a likely higher price near $100.

As spring signals a season of renewal, personal wellness brand Bluvol is rolling out a new lineup of tech-driven grooming and recovery products designed for busy, on-the-go consumers. The April launch introduces three flagship devices—a neck massager, curling tool, and compact hair dryer—targeting urban professionals, travelers, and remote workers seeking spa-level performance at home or on the move.

Xiaomi has released a trio of new gaming monitors. All aimed at budget-conscious gamers, the new monitors output at up to 1440p with a 300 Hz refresh rate for the Redmi G25 2026 300Hz. The new 300 Hz monitor is joined by the Redmi G25 2026 and the Redmi G27q 2026 too.

A brand-new robotic mower is available starting today. Among other features, the Goalker H3 Pro promises a nearly perfect edge cut with a clearance of just 1 cm, thanks to a shifting mower deck secured by side sensors.

A new leak has confirmed fresh information about Anbernic's next gaming handheld. With the Anbernic RG Rotate name now locked in, the leak has also confirmed battery and charging information ahead of schedule.

The Xiaomi Mijia Washing Machine 10 kg (Ultra-Slim, Fully Built-in) has been released in a second version in China. This appliance supports HyperOS Connect and voice commands, with a one-touch smart cycle.

The Artemis II crew has reached a decisive milestone and is now on a direct course to the Moon. Despite a worrying computer alarm shortly before engine ignition, the manoeuvre was successfully completed thanks to the ESA Service Module.

Activision just renewed web domains for Blur through 2027. Also, similar past updates on Steam regarding Prototype could mean that remasters for these two games could be in development for modern consoles this year.

At first glance, the brand new Honor Watch X5i could easily be mistaken for an Apple Watch. However, the smartwatch costs the equivalent of just $33 and still offers an AMOLED display, heart rate and SpO2 sensors and a battery life of up to three weeks.

Xiaomi has just released the Book Pro 14, the company's first Panther Lake laptop, and per Digital Chat Station, a reliable leaker, it's already working on two RedmiBook laptops. These will also be powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors.

Citizen will end support for select Bluetooth watch apps by December 31, 2027. Affected models using W770, W410, and W510 calibers will lose app-linked features. However, basic timekeeping features will stay beyond 2028.

The GMKtec K17 mini PC is now available to pre-order in China. It’s powered by the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V, a lower-end processor from the Lunar Lake lineup, which is paired with 16 GB of RAM. The starting price is CNY 3,799, around $551.

For the first time, Xiaomi has commented specifically on the impact of the DRAM crisis, revealing the extent to which the rising costs of RAM and flash memory are affecting the production costs of a smartphone.

Arch-based and systemd-free distro Artix Linux is back with update 20260402, a refresh that comes with two major changes. First, it replaces Xorg Server with XLibre as the default display server. Second, it moves from PulseAudio to PipeWire when it comes to the default audio system.

The latest episode of Invincible, Season 4 Episode 5: Give Us A Moment, may be the most-balanced episode of television the show can ever give us. This is thanks to a 50-50 split between some of the best slow character work and most savage action the series has to offer. Warning for minor spoilers ahead.

The Neuro N6 is a new compact board designed for applications such as image recognition, including the use of AI and neural networks. It is advertised as having low power consumption, which could make it suitable for mobile applications.

CheckMag | A full-frame sensor, an OLED viewfinder, and a flip-out display for €799, including a zoom lens. With this aggressive price, the Panasonic Lumix S5D makes entry into the world of full-frame cameras more affordable than ever.

A second price leak points to a slightly different euro price for the global Vivo X300 Ultra with 1TB of storage, suggesting Vivo may have changed its plans at the last minute. An initial euro price has also surfaced for the bundle with the 400mm Zeiss tele extender.

Amazon has announced the next lineup of free games that Prime members can download and play this month. A total of 12 games are being added, and two of them are already available to claim.

Samsung's new Galaxy Book6 Pro is a good 16-inch multimedia laptop with Intel's Panther Lake mobile processors, but the manufacturer charges $2100 for the SKU with the slow iGPU, which is way too expensive.

The March Steam survey highlights how more gamers are settling for lower-end PCs and laptops. With DDR4 and DDR5 RAM prices skyrocketing due to the memory shortage, buyers are opting for 16 GB capacities. Modules totaling 32 GB lost the top spot in the report, but GPUs with ample VRAM are rising.

Casio has released the G-Shock DW5600MBC series watches in North America and Europe. The three digital watches have cloth straps with magnetic buckles and features including a multifunctional alarm and 200 m water resistance.

Google releases Gemma 4: The new model family (E2B to 31B) brings reasoning capabilities and multimodality directly to laptops and smartphones. With a huge context window of up to 256K tokens and Apache 2.0 license, Google is setting an example for free local AI.

Deal | The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 16 Gen 10 laptop is on sale on Woot at a pretty good price. The laptop is now retailing for less than $1,000, which makes it an excellent value creator and multimedia notebook. The IdeaPad Pro 5 16 Gen 10 packs an 8-core Ryzen AI 7 350, a 120 Hz OLED display, and an RTX 5050 mobile GPU.

Casio has officially listed the AE-1600HX series after recent retailer leaks. The watches bring a 10-year battery, 100 m water resistance, large case design, and an extra-long strap. Pricing is unknown for now, but they will be available to buy soon enough.

More than a month after it was supposed to revert to its full price, AYN still has the Odin 2 Portal available at a discount. Pricing starts at $249 for the 7-inch Android handheld and goes up to $449 for the highest configuration.

Update | Gamers in the United States with dwindling budgets can save up to $50 on Sony’s marketplace. Cash App has introduced a 50% off deal for any PS4 or PS5 game or games listed on the PlayStation Store. The discount comes immediately after the criticized PS5 price increase on consoles. Update: Shoppers are reporting that the offer is no longer is available.

The AceMagic Retro X5 flaunts 32GB of DDR5 RAM, a 1TB NVMe SSD, and most importantly, a high-end AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU proven fully capable of both modern PC gaming and high-end emulation.

Gaming handhelds are mainly used for action games and relaxed indie adventures. However, the Steam Deck is surprisingly well suited to real-time strategy games such as Stronghold - so well, in fact, that I have already played over 600 hours of RTS games on the Steam Deck.