The figure will be displayed at Sega Store Tokyo in Shibuya PARCO from June 23, 2026, as part of a broader anniversary campaign including merchandise, concerts, and brand collaborations.

8849 has launched the Tank 5 flagship smartphone with a built-in 2K DLP projector. The smartphone features a rugged design, a MediaTek Dimensity 9400e processor, a 3K AMOLED display, and a massive 17,600 mAh battery. It’s now available for purchase via 8849’s official website.

Relief for the PS5 price increase through discounts looks increasingly unlikely. A new financial statement from Sony reveals that deals on the system will be rare. The memory shortage has prompted the console maker to focus on generating revenue from existing owners.

Capcom opens Resident Evil Veronica wishlists on the Xbox Store as producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi confirms major narrative changes for the 2027 horror title.

A hobbyist's suitcase robot named Sparky gets visibly incoherent when exposed to smoke — not via scripted behavior, but by feeding MQ-2 gas sensor data directly into LLM sampling parameters like temperature and top_k in real time.

Deal | SpellForce: Conquest of Eo combines 4X strategy with role-playing elements in an atmospheric fantasy world and is currently back at its lowest price to date on Steam. Until June 25, the strategy game is 75% off and costs just $7.49.

GTA 6 fans are already analyzing every detail of the new promotional material and have spotted quite a few things in the short Vice City clip. One detail in particular is sparking plenty of discussion: the “vampire Ferris wheel” in the background.

Microsoft confirms parallel enterprise flaws in Windows 11 KB5095051, including broken OLE automation, a deployment media error, and a Recycle Bin glitch.

New import data shows around 70 tons of hardware declared as “Game Console” arriving at Valve between June 10 and 17. While the contents cannot be definitively verified, the shipments may actually contain the Steam Machine this time.

Deal | The current Steam free weekend should be especially appealing to strategy fans: Stellaris, one of the most important grand strategy games of recent years, can be played for free until June 22 and is available afterward at a 70% discount for just under $15.

Deal | Compared to typical theme park games, Two Point Museum offers a somewhat more original tycoon experience and is currently free to play on Steam. Anyone who enjoys it can then get the game at a 33% discount, making it cheaper than ever before.

The Lenovo ThinkTab X11 is a true all‑rounder among Android tablets. Thanks to its special rugged case, this 5G tablet with eSIM is likely to appeal not only to outdoor enthusiasts but also to families, doubling as a children’s tablet similar to Amazon’s Fire Kids Edition.

A new '"One Bike, One Battery, One Charger, One Code" policy cracks down on illegal EV battery disassembly shops that present an e-bike fire hazard. E-bike manufacturers are mandated to continue support for their current products and provide spare parts for at least five years.

What started as a DIY memory crunch is now hitting everyone. AI data centers are swallowing the world's DRAM, driving the cheapest 32 GB DDR5 kit to around $439 and pushing midrange laptops past $1,200. With memory now accounting for about 35 percent of a PC's component cost, relief isn't expected before late 2027.

Kuro Games locked in the Wuthering Waves version 3.5 livestream date, confirming an accelerated patch timeline right after the major version 3.4 drop.

Samsung has announced a new version of its The Frame TV that is made for hotels. This version of the TV comes in three sizes, lacks a One Connect Box, but packs software features tailored for guests and hotels.

If you own an Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, you can give it a more luxurious look with five new magnetic back covers. One version combines alligator leather with a fragment of a T-Rex tooth; all versions ensure that the cameras sit flush with the case.

Deal | Built to handle touring and daily commuting, the Haibike Trekking 8 is a well-equipped e-bike currently available at an attractive price. It features a high-performance Bosch mid-drive motor paired with a large battery, delivering strong pedal assist and an extended range.

Five years after the launch of the Ultrahuman M1 Live, the wearable technology specialist is introducing M2 Live, a brand-new glucose sensor that is significantly more affordable and is available not only as a subscription but also in packages ranging from one to twelve months.

Deal | From June 18 to 23, Ubisoft is inviting you to try out Ubisoft+ Premium for free. All the games included in the subscription service are playable during this trial period, including Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Star Wars: Outlaw, Anno 117: Pax Romana, Avatar, Rainbow Six Siege, Ghost Recon, and The Crew Motorfest.

Casio has launched its G-Shock Red Lantern series in the US, bringing the DW-6900AKA-4 and DW-5600AKA-4 to American buyers for $190. The series first launched in Japan in April. The launch arrives alongside a new four-model Bold Camo collection priced between $145 and $280.

Thanks to its transflective LCD, the Radiant Monitor 2 is designed to remain perfectly readable even in direct sunlight, while power consumption is expected to be very low when the backlight is turned off. This makes the 15.6-inch touchscreen particularly appealing for use on the go.

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n is one of the first laptops to use the brand-new Nvidia RTX Spark ARM chip, which offers 20 CPU cores and a Blackwell GPU featuring 6,144 CUDA cores. This chip is designed to compete with the Apple M5 Max. A leak reveals the laptop's design in detail.

Raleigh has unveiled the One electric bike with a step-through frame. The company’s new urban-focused e-bike features a Mivice rear hub motor and a 360 Wh removable battery, offering 35 Nm of torque and up to 50 miles of range (80 km).

OnePlus has launched the Pad 3 Pro in China. It's a significantly larger and more powerful sibling to the standard Pad 3. The tablet features a 13.2-inch LCD display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 540Hz touch sampling, paired with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, an eight-speaker setup, and a 13,380mAh battery.

Asus has finally released an ultra-premium gaming laptop globally. With up to 320 W of power under full load, the ROG Strix Scar 18 2026 also contains a 4K and 240 Hz Mini LED display that spans 18-inches with 1,600 nits peak brightness at its disposal.

The OnePlus 15T launched in China earlier this year. It was expected to arrive internationally as the OnePlus 15s. However, the device has yet to receive an official global launch announcement, and a new leak points to uncertainty around its release plans.

Lenovo has released a new 15-inch laptop internationally with a 165 Hz and 1,100 nit OLED display. Also equipped with an 84 Wh battery, the Yoga Pro 7 15ASH11 can assign up to 48 GB VRAM to its Radeon 8060S iGPU, too.

The Olight ArkPro Stars & Stripes flashlight is a special edition of the ArkPro created to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. Priced at $99, this patriotic EDC flashlight features a bold stars‑and‑stripes front design paired with a distressed metal finish for a rugged look.

The Maono PD500W AI hybrid microphone delivers high-quality 32-bit-float audio, internal audio recording, audio sweetening, and AI-powered dialog transcription, translation, and summarization. Live streamers can use it wirelessly with phones, laptops, and cameras.

Oppo has confirmed the Reno 16 series for the global market. The lineup is already available for pre-order in select Southeast Asian markets, with launches scheduled for Indonesia and Malaysia in early July 2026.

If the Steam Controller launch repeats, the upcoming SteamOS console will be in short supply for months. Valve has told new buyers not to expect the accessory to ship before 2027. High memory prices and a component shortage have already delayed the Steam Machine release date.

More than five years after it was released, the Arcade Stick for Windows PCs and Nintendo Switch systems can now be purchased in a new color. The new purple color is available now and retains the price of the original.

TerraMow has launched its X AWD robotic mower on Kickstarter, offering a 25% early-backer discount with deliveries planned for September 2026. Built for very large lawns, the mower combines AI vision, nRTK navigation, all-wheel drive, and a 50.2 cm cutting width.

Casio's G-Shock Bold Camo collection is now on sale in the US, comprising four models priced from $145 to $280. The DW6900CMG-3, GA700CMG-3A, GAV01CMG-3A, and GM6900CMG-3 all feature an original G-mark camo pattern with gold accents.

Deal | Black Book is a narrative RPG currently on sale on Steam, in which you must explore a mysterious world and complete various missions. But the dangers are everywhere, and every choice you make will have consequences.

The Sennheiser Accentum Clip deliver music using the high-resolution LDAC audio codec while providing users the ability to hear their surroundings at all times thanks to a clip-on design. The 12mm drivers reproduce Hi-Res Audio with a frequency range of 20Hz to 40kHz.

Midjourney is moving beyond AI image generation with a planned full-body ultrasonic scanner that promises MRI-like 3D imaging in under 60 seconds. Developed with Butterfly Network, the project aims to debut in a San Francisco spa before seeking FDA approval.

Deal | From June 18 to 23, Ubisoft is inviting you to try out Ubisoft+ Premium for free. All the games included in the subscription service are playable during this trial period, including Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Star Wars: Outlaw, Anno 117: Pax Romana, Avatar, Rainbow Six Siege, Ghost Recon, and The Crew Motorfest.

Deal | The Motorola Edge 2026 is now available to buy, and for Father's Day, Motorola is offering buyers free gifts with the purchase. The deal which runs until June 21, includes a free smartwatch and a pair of earbuds worth $400 combined.

Asus has finally released a more powerful version of its latest 16-inch gaming laptop in the US. Equipped with 64 GB of RAM and an Intel Panther Lake processor, the ROG Zephyrus G16 can boost its Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU to 160 W this year, too.

SIE leadership has addressed rumors about Sony preserving more console releases as PS5 exclusives. PlayStation CEO Hideaki Nishino stressed the importance of multi-platform live-service games. He was less clear about which single-player titles will remain locked to first-party hardware.

Bosch is launching its first in-house hub motor, designed to deliver agile handling and virtually no additional pedalling resistance above 25 km/h.

The N2521SQ is a new gaming monitor that Lenovo has introduced in China under its sub-brand Lecoo. It's an affordable QHD monitor with a 275Hz refresh rate, 99% DCI-P3 color coverage, and a 24.5-inch display. The launch price is around $131.41.

The FCC has eased import restrictions for a narrow class of Chinese-made “toy” drones, but its strict limits on weight, range, sensors, connectivity, navigation, and flight time exclude most consumer models. DJI remains effectively barred from the U.S. market, as even its smallest drones exceed the new criteria and the company remains on federal restriction lists.

Five years after the launch of the Ultrahuman M1 Live, the wearable technology specialist is introducing M2 Live, a brand-new blood glucose sensor that is significantly more affordable and is available not only as a subscription but also in packages ranging from one to twelve months.

Fortunately, most laptops now support Power Delivery, making it much more convenient not having to carry a different power brick for every device. Some laptops like the Schenker Connect 15, however, still include an additional barrel-style power connector alongside USB-C charging. At first glance this may feel outdated, but in practice it can still offer real advantages.

Anbernic has unveiled a new handheld called the RG 55G1. While it is still keeping the technical details under wraps, the device which looks like a Nintendo Switch Lite has symmetrical thumbsticks, RGB lights, and a cooling fan.

A publishing conglomerate is preparing for a PS6 release date delay to 2028 or later. The Embracer Group warns that the storage and memory shortage could impact the PlayStation console. The PS5 price increase has already limited hardware sales, with fears that its successor will be unaffordable.

GTA 6 marketing has kicked off, and Rockstar has announced a pre-order date. Along with the update comes a scene showing the bustling Vice City at night with a lot of active elements.

A leaker is currently hinting at what many have suspected for weeks: After a long absence from the European market, the Xiaomi 18 Pro series may be the first to turn an exclusive feature—an improved Leica camera—into a bestseller on the international stage.

Xiaomi’s Redmi Headphones Neo have expanded to Europe and the UK, offering budget over-ear headphones with ANC, Bluetooth 5.4, 40 mm drivers and USB-C charging. The model also promises up to 72 hours of battery life.

The global shortage, particularly on the RAM and storage market, is also impacting Samsung's next two flagship models, according to supply chain insiders. On the one hand, price increases appear inevitable; on the other hand, entry-level models appear to be offering increasingly few new features.

In our review, the Lenovo ThinkTab X11 proved to be a true all-rounder among mid-range tablets. With its rugged build, 5G connectivity, and eSIM support, it has the potential to be an exciting alternative to an Apple iPad — especially for tech enthusiasts, startups, or even coffee‑shop owners, thanks to its built‑in NFC chip.

Honor has revealed a new smartwatch in the global market, the Watch 6. With a subtle design, it features an AMOLED screen, an aluminum alloy veneer frame, 4 GB of internal storage, a built-in speaker, and an IP69 water and dust resistance rating. Plus, it’s available in shadow black and twilight brown colorways.

Grand Seiko's Daimaru-exclusive SBGA523 is a 200-piece Spring Drive limited edition with a teal peacock feather dial, 9R caliber, 72-hour power reserve, and ¥825,000 price tag, releasing in early October 2026.

The iPhone 18 Pro, the iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the iPhone Ultra could become significantly more expensive. After Apple CEO Tim Cook had already warned of higher prices, analysts expect that prices starting at $1,399 for the least expensive iPhone 18 Pro are realistic.

Xiaomi has several new TVs on offer, which are both quite affordable and promise impressive picture quality thanks to modern display technology. The models in the Xiaomi TV FX Mini LED series start at just €349.

Recent leaks about new Blizzard games may sound almost too good to be true for some fans. WoW Classic Plus, Warcraft 4 and a new ARPG featuring Arthas? This article explains where the current speculation is coming from.

OnePlus has quietly raised the price of the OnePlus 15 in India for the second time since its launch. The flagship now costs significantly more than it did at launch, and there's a chance the price increase might spread to other regions.

Although Forza Horizon 6 once again offers a wide selection of vehicles, one particular gap is frustrating fans: station wagons. Many players feel they are clearly underrepresented. On Reddit, users are currently discussing why wagons are so rare in the FH6 vehicle roster – and which models urgently need to be added.

With the Helio Strap Pro, Amazfit aims to offer more than just another alternative to the Polar Loop, Fitbit Air, and Whoop 5.0. That’s because Amazfit not only improves the sensors but also includes a waist-mounted motion sensor, while allowing data to be collected simultaneously with a smartwatch.

There is currently an interesting Steam Machine debate on Reddit: many gamers acknowledge that Valve’s living-room console could be an interesting alternative to a gaming PC, even if its performance may be significantly lower. Still, many apparently would not buy one anyway.

A new SteamDB update is keeping the rumor mill around Valve’s Steam Machine churning. Fans are hoping that a leaker’s claims are accurate and that the living-room PC will be officially unveiled on June 23, 2026.

Valve has released SteamOS 3.8, one of the most substantial updates to its operating system in recent years. Alongside a new Linux kernel, updated graphics drivers and a modernized desktop mode, one detail in particular is fueling speculation: SteamOS 3.8 includes initial support for upcoming Steam Machine hardware.

Rockstar has officially revealed the pre-order date for GTA 6. As confirmed earlier, it will initially be playable only on current-gen consoles, with a PC launch to follow.

Casio's recently unveiled G-Shock GBX-H5600 series has finally arrived in the US at $330. The first G-LIDE watch to feature an optical heart rate monitor, the GBXH5600-1 and GBXH5600-2 feature Polar-powered fitness tracking and a MIP LCD.

Deal | From June 18 to 23, Ubisoft is inviting you to try out Ubisoft+ Premium for free. All the games included in the subscription service are playable during this trial period, including Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Star Wars: Outlaw, Anno 117: Pax Romana, Avatar, Rainbow Six Siege, Ghost Recon, and The Crew Motorfest.

It seems like every PC gamer is currently playing digital hide-and-seek. The culprit is Meccha Chameleon, which went viral shortly after its release and simultaneously amassed over 231,000 players. Meanwhile, the Japanese one-man developer behind it is enjoying millions in revenue.

Apple claims it is being forced to raise prices due to the DRAM crisis. And this is despite the fact that Apple still enjoys very high profit margins on RAM and SSDs, as a comparison of Apple’s upgrade prices with current market prices shows.

The GMKtec EVO-X3 is now set to launch globally on June 29, 2026. GMK will open "early access registration" on June 22, which will offer a $20 discount coupon. The company has also confirmed all the core specs of this high-end AMD mini PC.

The OnePlus N6 is the first smartphone in the company’s new N series. Ahead of launch, OnePlus has confirmed a major battery detail, while a Geekbench listing reveals early performance figures.

Porsche built its legacy around the sounds and feel of an air-cooled flat-six engine and couldn’t resist releasing a 2027 electric Taycan with an E-Shift feature. Its electric supercar can pipe synthetic engine noises through the speakers and jolt with simulated gear changes on demand.

As arguably the most exciting ultra-tier foldable this year, the Vivo X Fold 6 drops the “Ultra” moniker and will be available in four colors – one more than previously known. Alongside official images showcasing all its colorways, a promotional video shows the Vivo X Fold 6 enduring several extreme durable tests, including a skydive from an altitude of 4,100 m and a water stream blasted from a ten-ton water cannon.

Casio has listed four new MTP-B185 series watches on its US website as June 2026 releases. The MTPB185D-2A1V, 2A2V, and 7AV are priced at $100 each, while the gold-tone MTPB185G-9AV comes in at $120. All share a 40 mm square stainless steel case.

Lenovo has packed an ARM chip with twelve CPU cores and ten GPU cores into a mini PC that measures just 0.48 liters in volume. Thanks to the efficient ARM chip, which is not made by Qualcomm or MediaTek, the Lenovo AI Host Mini is said to be ideally suited for AI applications.

The OnePlus N6 is the first smartphone in the company’s new N series. Ahead of launch, OnePlus has confirmed a major battery detail, while a Geekbench listing reveals early performance figures.

The Dell XPS 13 (2026) is now available to buy. From our early impressions, the new XPS 13 offers an outstanding value thanks to its high-res and colorful 120 Hz display, good performance, and excellent build quality, all for just $699. The MacBook Neo finally has a worthy competitor.

Rockstar Games has announced The Kortz Center Heist for GTA Online, a major art gallery heist update dropping July 14, 2026, with free platform upgrades and GTA+ bonuses in tow, likely the game's last big content push before GTA 6 launches in November.

SunEnergyXT is expanding its PV solutions portfolio not only with the new PowerBox, but also with an 11 kW wallbox and an AC-coupled home battery storage system.

Amazfit's latest Cheetah 2 Ultra update adds Hyrox Workout Library, Virtual Pace, and race simulation modes, alongside the new HybridCharge Energy Intelligence system and navigation tweaks including route preview and improved map scales.

Citizen has announced a new monochromatic take on its Nighthawk chronograph with the CA0890-54H. It's powered by the company's Eco-Drive solar-powered movement and comes with a gray dial, matching rotating bezel, and tachymeter scale.

Learn how to check if your PC is ready for Microsoft's Secure Boot certificate update using official built-in tools like the Windows Security app.

Bosch is refreshing its mid-drive motor lineup. The next-generation Active Line Plus delivers up to 600 watts of support and can amplify rider input by more than threefold. Bosch also promises improved responsiveness.

SunEnergyXT is expanding its PV solutions portfolio not only with the new PowerBox, but also with an 11 kW wallbox and an AC-coupled home battery storage system.

SunEnergyXT is expanding its PV solutions portfolio not only with the new PowerBox, but also with an 11 kW wallbox and an AC-coupled home battery storage system.

Jackery has released its latest HomePower series in the global market. The lineup consists of a total of three models, the HomePower 3600 Pro Max, the HomePower 2000 Plus v2, and the HomePower 1000 v2. All three models are now available for purchase via Jackery’s official website.

The Acemagic Kron K5 has been announced as an affordable mini PC that's powered by the Intel Core 5 320. This Wildcat Lake system will sport 16GB of RAM, have support for triple 4K display output, and feature two M.2 slots for SSDs.

Deal | Lost Ruins, Altari Games' anime-styled survival action game, is at its all-time low on Steam at $5.99 — 70% off until June 24. Gorgeous pixel art, inventory-based combat, and multiple endings make it worth picking up.

Seiko has announced four new Presage Classic Series models inspired by Japanese silk, launching in July 2026. The HCC001J, HCC002J, HCC003J, and limited-edition HCC008 all run the 6R51 caliber with a 72-hour power reserve and are exclusive to Seiko Global Brand Core Shops.

Samsung has opened UK pre-orders for the Galaxy XR headset, priced at £1,699 with shipping starting July 8. The device, previously exclusive to South Korea and the US since its October launch, is available in a single Silver Shadow colorway. Samsung is running several launch promotions.

Deal | Bandai Namco's Tales of Series 30th Anniversary Sale on Steam brings Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition to $9.99 (-80%) and Tales of Symphonia to $4.99 (-75%) — both confirmed all-time Steam lows per SteamDB data. Sale ends June 24.

OnePlus has quietly released a new variant of the OnePlus 15R in India. This new version of the Android smartphone is more powerful than the earlier version as it has more RAM, although the color options are limited.

ChatGPT’s share of the AI assistant market has fallen below 50% for the first time, as rivals Google Gemini and Anthropic Claude gain ground. The report suggests users are increasingly willing to switch platforms based on trust, integration and productivity strengths.

Apple CEO Tim Cook has admitted in an exclusive Wall Street Journal interview that price hikes for Apple products are coming due to the severe shortage of memory components as AI data centers continue to demand more of these. Impacted products and timing were not revealed.

Update | PS5 games with adult content are appearing on the console’s recently played list. A hacker may have gained access to the PSN backend, adding titles not even available on the PlayStation Store. Criticized for failing to address security flaws, Sony has now disabled this dashboard feature. Update (May 18th 2:56PM CEST): Some users are reporting that their recently played lists are returning to normal.

Deal | Medieval Dynasty is a survival RPG developed by Render Cube in which you must manage a community and help it grow. However, you'll need to meet the needs of your citizens while exploring a vast open world.

Development of the second-generation Apple iPhone Air is in full swing. Bloomberg has now uncovered details about the planned upgrades, with which the ultra-thin smartphone is set to hit the market in the first half of 2027.

Seiko has quietly built a repeatable anime collab formula in 2026, and the new Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood watch is the clearest proof yet that it's working (and that the brand is choosing its IP partners very deliberately).

Through FCC documents, gamers are learning more about the Steam Frame. The company is likely to offer an accessory kit for the VR headset that includes a swappable battery. Even as their release dates grow closer, Valve has yet to confirm the price of the Index successor or Steam Machine.

A high-performance Amazfit smartwatch is receiving a new software update that introduces several significant new features. Golfers in particular stand to benefit from the latest version for the Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro, which we have already tested.

After nearly four years, the Fujifilm X-T5 is finally set to get a successor. The latest rumors suggest at least two new features for the Fujifilm X-T6, following earlier rumors that had already pointed to a new 40-megapixel X-Trans sensor and a more modern processor.

Despite the ongoing legal battle, leaker Jon Prosser has been active in sharing leaks and renders for upcoming iPhone models. His latest could very well be the final version of the iPhone Ultra.

Following a recent update to the Shelly Control platform, the company has introduced a new feature for managing multiple homes. This can be highly practical in everyday life, considering that users previously had to rely on external platforms for similar features.

With high performance: The Orange Pi 6 is a new mini PC that should clearly outperform the Raspberry Pi in several areas. It uses an SoC with 12 CPU cores. There are two fast Ethernet ports, along with two PCIe 4.0 ports.

Switching from an Apple iPhone to an Android smartphone is much easier with Android 17. More data than ever can be transferred automatically and wirelessly, including passwords and passkeys, as well as data from some third-party apps.

Avowed 2 could escape the fallout from anticipated Xbox Game Studios closures and layoffs. The Obsidian Entertainment co-founder previously confirmed the game was in development. An insider has rejected a rumor about the RPG's cancellation, even with the original notching lackluster sales.

Deal | SEGA's popular hospital management sim, Two Point Hospital, has hit its all-time Steam low of $4.49 (-85%) in a special promotion ending June 25. SteamDB confirms the game has never sold for less on Steam, which basically makes this a rare buy-now moment.

Deal | The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is an 8-inch Android tablet with high-end specs including Qualcomm's current flagship chipset as well as 12GB RAM, 256GB UFS 4.1 storage and a very smooth 165Hz screen with a 3K resolution.

Well before Apple’s first launches its foldable and Samsung unveils its first ultra-class foldable phone, the Vivo X Fold6 is sure to catch the eye of fans of the renowned Zeiss cameras. A brand-new promotional video in 4K quality and high-quality promotional images showcase it in its best light prior to its launch.

Huawei's new folding patent reveals the next stage of smartphone development. Horizontally folding tri-fold smartphones are already a reality, but Huawei now hopes to introduce a vertically folding tri-fold device. Basically, a Galaxy Z Flip that folds twice instead of just in the middle.

In collaboration with Google, the University of San Diego plans to build a data center using 2,000 old Pixel smartphones. This is intended to demonstrate that old cell phones can be put to good use instead of being stored in drawers.

GTA 5 and GTA Online have had an active community since their launch in 2013. Rockstar has now announced a free upgrade for the game as we move closer to the launch of GTA 6.

Chinese smartphone manufacturers have enriched the European flagship camera smartphone landscape this year with the Xiaomi 18 Ultra, Vivo X300 Ultra, and Oppo Find X9 Ultra, but the development of at least one of the three successors remains uncertain. A leaker has now revealed the rough timeline and pricing plans for the Vivo X500 Ultra and Oppo Find X10 Ultra.

Jackery has launched the FridgeGuard globally. It’s advertised as the world’s slimmest refrigerator backup battery. With a plug-and-play design, the FridgeGuard features a 1,024 Wh LiFePO₄ battery, a 1,600 W peak output, a 10 ms UPS switchover, and a 15-hour off-grid runtime. Plus, it is also expandable up to 2,048 Wh through a battery pack.

The GMKtec EVO-X3 has now been formally announced in China, and it's essentially a reshaped EVO-X2 with some notable upgrades. It's powered by the same AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, and has an OCuLink port.

A credible leaker has stated that the OnePlus 16 will come with almost a bezel-less display that will be even cleaner than the OnePlus 15. The phone is going to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC and have a 185Hz refresh rate.

CheckMag | Lexar celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026. For the celebrations, the storage manufacturer gave us a closer look at its manufacturing capabilities and vision.

Deal | Bandai Namco's Tales of Series 30th Anniversary Sale on Steam brings Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition to $9.99 (-80%) and Tales of Symphonia to $4.99 (-75%) — both confirmed all-time Steam lows per SteamDB data. Sale ends June 24.

The Intel Wildcat Lake Dell XPS 13 is now available to purchase. It's a new MacBook Neo rival with a 120Hz touchscreen, sleek and lightweight build, and quad-speaker setup. The starting price is $599.99 for students and $699.99 for the rest.

Deal | Call to Arms is an unusual hybrid that first lets players command units in tried-and-tested RTS fashion, then pick up a rifle themselves. The title is currently available again on Steam at its all-time low price of under $4.

The crease on the Oppo Find N6 is not only significantly less visible but also barely perceptible to the touch. This is made possible by a new generation of hinges featuring optimized display support and a special glass structure.

The latest docking station for the Nintendo Switch (OLED) and the Nintendo Switch 2 weighs less than a third of the original dock; thanks to its compact design with a dust-proof flap, the GuliKit Dock is said to be ideal for travel.

After announcing that the Pocket Micro 2 will be getting a battery life improvement, Ayaneo has revealed the battery capacity. The bigger battery alongside the new Snapdragon processor should translate to longer playtime for users.

After previous rumors, Peeves the Poltergeist’s live-action debut has now finally been confirmed. He will be played by Peter Serafinowicz. Early community reactions have been mostly positive.

TBH: Task Bar Hero is a free idle RPG that runs directly in the taskbar and lets players earn Steam Wallet credit through the Steam Marketplace. Currently, only 50% of its Steam reviews are positive.

In Forza Horizon 6, it is apparently not only users of the Eliminator exploit who are facing credit rollbacks. Players using Auto Drive for AFK farming may also be affected. Playground Games appears to have confirmed this unofficially in a response to a support ticket.

Casio has unveiled a new limited-edition G-Shock DW-5600 created in collaboration with Seoul-based streetwear label "thisisneverthat." The watch pairs a translucent resin exterior with a black case and inverted display. It will go on sale on June 19 in select markets, including the US, Europe, Japan, and South Korea.

Deal | HeistGeist is a cyberpunk-themed RPG deck-builder that appears to be very well received by players, judging by its 96% positive Steam reviews. The game is currently available on Steam with a 60% discount for $7.96 instead of $19.90.

After a six-year hiatus, Google is finally launching a smart speaker again. The brand-new Google Home Speaker features 360-degree sound, Google's Gemini Live AI assistant, and the ability to control smart home devices.

Charging Tesla's robotaxi two-seater wirelessly will take about two hours, according to the leaked Cybercab specs. Its range has also been pegged at longer-than-expected 418 miles on a charge by the EPA.

Is the rugged and extremely enduring Lenovo tablet with its stylus, a good alternative to Galaxy tablets with Samsung's S Pen? In this review conclusion, we take a closer look at the Lenovo Tab Pen XE for the ThinkTab X11 Gen 1.

Despite its compact dimensions, Jonsbo’s latest Micro-ATX case offers space for up to nine fans, two hard drives, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090. The Jonsbo D33 aims to win over customers with a large side window and a wooden front panel at an attractive price.

Casio's Japan-inspired G-Shock DW5600AKA-4 and DW6900AKA-4, themed around the traditional Akachochin red lantern, are now available in the US at $190 each via Casio's website, up from their Japanese launch price of ¥22,000.

Anbernic has released a new Linux update for the RG Vita Pro. The update brings visual changes as well as under-the-hood improvements to the PS Vita-styled handheld.

Deal | Bandai Namco's Tales of Series 30th Anniversary Sale on Steam brings Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition to $9.99 (-80%) and Tales of Symphonia to $4.99 (-75%) — both confirmed all-time Steam lows per SteamDB data. Sale ends June 24.

Nvidia is reportedly gearing up to launch the RTX 50 Super series GPUs as a refresh of the RTX 50 series boards. While AMD has officially revealed no new GPU plans, Moore's Law Is Dead leaked new RDNA 4 cards that could be in the works. The leaker now thinks that the plan might get changed.

The first Sony sensor based on LOFIC, a technology already available in the Xiaomi 18 Ultra, was officially launched today. It significantly improves dynamic range and is expected to benefit Oppo's and Vivo's next Hasselblad and Zeiss flagship cameras this fall. A launch video demonstrates the impressive HDR advantage.

Amazon Prime is live in South Africa, bundling free shipping with streaming to directly undercut TakealotMore Premium and Netflix.

A developer on X has reverse-engineered Apple's M4 Neural Engine to unlock 15.8 TFLOPS of hidden AI training capability, bypassing Apple's software restrictions through a custom Model Intermediate Language built entirely outside the official CoreML and Metal development ecosystem.

A direct comparison between an iPhone 17 Pro Max and its successor in form of a plastic model reinforces rumors of a thicker camera module, suggesting a camera upgrade is very likely. Otherwise though, little has changed, as a test with iPhone 17 Pro Max cases shows.

Deal | 8bitdo is now running the AliExpress Super Sale on its official AliExpress storefront. The sale brings good discounts on controllers like the 8bitdo Ultimate 2 wireless controller, 8bitdo Pro 3 wireless controller, 8bitdo Ultimate 2C, and more.

Priced at $34.99, the Kodak Charmera is one of the most affordable digital compact cameras on the market. This tiny camera is being released in a Millennium Edition featuring seven new color options inspired by designs from the turn of the millennium.

Asus has launched the Dawn 7S Ryzen Edition in China at 6,999 Yuan (around $965), a business-focused laptop powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 with a 50 TOPS NPU, 16GB DDR5 RAM expandable to 96GB, a 1TB SSD, WiFi 7, and a 70Wh battery with 65W fast charging, with global availability yet to be confirmed.

The Rollme Hero D5 aims to bring dual-band GPS and offline maps to the budget smartwatch segment. It features a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, 5 ATM water resistance, 170+ sports modes, and a 600 mAh battery, priced at $69.99.

Deal | Amazon has dropped the Apple AirPods Pro 3 to their lowest price ever, slashing $80 off before Prime Day starts. This makes it one of the steepest discounts yet on Apple’s top in‑ear earbuds, which offer Personalized Spatial Audio, heart rate monitoring, and highly-rated ANC.

Deal | Two Point Campus, Two Point Studios' acclaimed university management sim, is 85% off on Steam at $4.49 until June 25. The all-time low is $2.99 — but at $1.50 more for a Very Positive-rated game, the wait isn't exactly worth it.

Viltrox has launched the AF 28 mm F4.5 Chip L. It's a full-frame autofocus pancake lens for L-Mount cameras at only $99. It weighs just 60 g, measures 13.2 mm thick, features VCM autofocus, a built-in slide-lever lens cover, and a 0.32 m minimum focusing distance.

The GPD Box mini PC is now available to purchase via Indiegogo. Its Core Ultra 7 356H configuration is among the first commercial PCs to feature the OCuLink-beating MCIO 8i port. The starting price is $1,452.

The first Sony sensor based on LOFIC, a technology already available in the Xiaomi 18 Ultra, was officially launched today. It significantly improves dynamic range and is expected to benefit Oppo's and Vivo's next Hasselblad and Zeiss flagship cameras this fall. A launch video demonstrates the impressive HDR advantage.

A Sony patent filed in November 2024 and published in May 2026 describes a PlayStation controller with buttons that physically harden or soften using fluid-filled membranes or magneto-viscoelastic elastomers, offering a glimpse at how the company is reimagining haptic feedback ahead of a potential next-generation console around 2028 or 2029.

The Lenovo Legion PB9 is a new power bank introduced in China. It features an advertised capacity of 24,000mAh and has support for up to 170W fast charging. The retail price is CNY 549, around $82.

Garmin has explicitly referenced a new smartwatch for the first time within its own app, strongly indicating an imminent launch of a new wearable.

Bluetti’s new FridgePower ultra-slim portable power station is now officially available for purchase via the company’s official website. The power station features a 2,016 Wh capacity, delivering 1,800 W of maximum output. Plus, it’s expandable up to 8,064 Wh via three BlueCell 200 expansion batteries.

While Samsung is rumored to stick with the camera from the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for another model year, the Vivo X Fold 6 is delivering a significantly upgraded camera experience in a foldable format. A first official teaser video once again summarizes the benefits of the 9x zoom foldable, along with a first look at all color options and the launch date in China.

With the new Leapmotor B05, a major budget contender is entering the German EV market. In the first drive report, the compact C-segment model stands out with generous equipment and rear-wheel drive at an aggressive price, but it also has some software shortcomings.

A recent Nintendo hack provided rare insight into the mindset of its employees. The workers resented the introduction of Microsoft Copilot, a generative AI assistant. However, there is no evidence that AI tools have created assets for first-party Switch 2 games.

Deal | The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is an 8-inch Android tablet with high-end specs including Qualcomm's current flagship chipset as well as 12GB RAM, 256GB UFS 4.1 storage and a very smooth 165Hz screen with a 3K resolution.

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 has appeared in an FCC listing under model number SM-F971U, confirming a book-style foldable design. The filing points to a Snapdragon-powered device with Wi-Fi 7, UWB, NFC, wireless and reverse wireless charging, DisplayPort and satellite connectivity.

Physical copies of Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 have reportedly surfaced at retailers, reinforcing earlier leaks about an enhanced release with all updates, DLC, bonus content, and performance improvements. While the packaging suggests a Game Key Card requiring a large download and points to a possible June 23, 2026 launch, Sega has not officially announced the title or its release date.

Super Mario Eclipse, the definitive Super Mario Sunshine mod, just received its 1.1 update that (among other fixes & improvements) makes it fully playable on original hardware.

Lenovo’s disputed G02 retro handheld has resurfaced on AliExpress as the SUNYAO G02, marketed as “invested by Lenovo” and offered with up to 30,000 preloaded games. The relisting renews scrutiny over Lenovo’s links to a China-only white-label device previously criticized for shipping internationally with allegedly illegal ROMs.

Chipolo has released its Loop Bluetooth tracker for Android and Apple devices in two limited edition colors. Co-developed with members of its community, the new colors arrive a few weeks after the release of a Mercedes edition.

Microsoft is reportedly exploring restructuring options for Xbox, including a possible spin-off or joint venture, while approving larger budgets for major franchises such as Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, and Halo.

The XPS 14 may be the more popular option, but this year's OmniBook Ultra 14 is twice as bright for superior HDR support than the Dell alternative.

Microsoft has released a new 15-inch laptop globally. Sold with a higher resolution display than its predecessor, the new Surface Laptop 8 15-inch also features up to 64 GB of RAM and a 12-core Snapdragon X2 Elite chipset with up to 19 hours of battery life in official tests.

Sources cited by Bloomberg have once again provided an interesting look at Apple's future, this time focused on the 2027 anniversary year. In addition to a jump from the iPhone 18 Pro to the iPhone 20 Pro, the insiders also mention a second foldable iPhone, smart AirPods with cameras, and wide-ranging plans for Apple's A-series chips.

Deal | Blasphemous 2 is a 2D Metroidvania published by Team17, in which you will have to explore a mysterious and dangerous world to put an end to a new threat. And currently, it is available for less than $8 on Steam.

SanDisk has unveiled one of the most expensive PS5 storage upgrades yet. The $2960 Optimus GX Pro 850P adds 8TB of space to the console, enough for hundreds of games. The company is receiving blowback after pricing the PlayStation licensed NVMe SSD well above comparable PCIe 4.0 drives.

Microsoft has released a new 13-inch laptop globally. Packing Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 platform, the Surface Laptop 8 13.8 also combines a 120 Hz display with up to 64 GB of RAM, a Snapdragon X2 Elite chipset and 20 hours of battery life on a single charge.

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n is one of the first laptops to use the brand-new Nvidia RTX Spark ARM chip, which offers 20 CPU cores and a Blackwell GPU featuring 6,144 CUDA cores. This chip is designed to compete with the Apple M5 Max. A leak reveals the laptop in detail.

Google has launched a browser-based version of Google Earth’s Flight Simulator, allowing users to explore the planet from the air. The feature also adds 3D visuals and expanded web functionality, though mastering virtual flight may take some practice.

Google has released Android 17, as well as the latest Feature Drop for smartphones starting with the Google Pixel 6. The biggest update of the year includes, among other things, a gaming mode for foldable phones, Screen Reactions, and Gemini Omni AI video features.

With strong performance and Windows compatibility: A new and particularly compact computing board could also be a powerful alternative to the Raspberry Pi. The UP WCL also supports Windows as an operating system.

Google has just released Wear OS 7, the biggest operating system update of the year for the Google Pixel Watch. Among other things, the update is expected to give the smartwatch longer battery life, new Gemini Intelligence AI features, and notifications with live updates.

Bambu Lab is now offering a new type of filament in Europe as well. PLA Pure is designed to meet various regulatory requirements, making it safe to use in certain applications. Even so, there are several things to keep in mind.

Sony has added a bunch of new titles to its Game Catalog for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers. It includes eight games, one of which is a PS2-era title exclusive to the Premium tier.

Xreal has finally made the Aura smart glasses official, with reservations open for early adopters. The glasses feature OLED displays and require a Computing Puck to run Android XR.

In our review, the ThinkTab X11 deliveres an impressive battery life. This mid-range tablet lasts nearly three times as long as an Apple iPad and comes with features that are unmatched in the Android segment. However, not everything in our review is record-breaking.

With CG Deck, a startup is developing a handheld PC that, thanks to an Intel processor and modular input devices, can be used both as a gaming handheld and as a Linux server. With a battery life of eight hours and open-source firmware, CG Deck is said to be extremely versatile.

The Redmi K90 Ultra has now been officially teased. Xiaomi has confirmed that it will be geared for gaming, but didn't share much about the flagship phone. However, past reports have suggested that it will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite and active cooling.

With Snap Specs, the company behind Snapchat is introducing one of the most advanced pairs of AR glasses in the world. The built-in display is said to have a latency of just seven milliseconds, the battery is said to last up to 20 hours with a charging case, and the software is said to offer more than just an AI assistant.

Solar power surpassed coal in the US electricity mix for the first time in May 2026, generating 12.8% of national electricity compared with coal’s 12.2%. The milestone underscores clean energy’s expanding role despite continued political and policy divisions over climate action.

Jackery has launched the HomePower Emergency Pro series power stations in collaboration with the American Red Cross. The lineup consists of a total of three models, including the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus Red Cross Edition, the Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 Red Cross Edition, and the Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 Red Cross Edition.

Deal | Retroid has announced a limited-time sale on its handhelds in celebration of the 618 shopping festival. However, a particular model wouldn't be discounted throughout the period.

The G-Shock x Coca-Cola GA2100CC-3A is now listed on the US Casio website at $200. The limited-edition collab features a translucent green bio-based resin case and strap inspired by the classic Coca-Cola contour bottle, marking the beverage brand's 140th anniversary.

The Maono P1 and P2 hybrid audio interfaces allow creators and performers to capture 24-bit, 192 kHz audio from microphones and musical instruments for live streaming and music production from phones and laptops. Both can be connected to DSLRs, enabling live mixing of recorded performances.

Siri AI will be coming to a wide range of Apple devices with iOS 27, macOS 27, and iPadOS 27. The updated animation currently has a pill shape, but with the iPhone 18 series, that might change.

Xbox is adding seven new games to Game Pass for the second half of June and early July. These titles include a Call of Duty game, a popular RV game, and a couple of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater titles.

Longer endurance is always a plus for a laptop, as long as it doesn’t come too much at the expense of weight and price. But what kind of battery life is currently appropriate for a business laptop? Using the Schenker Connect 15 as an example, we take a look at what 6.6 hours is still worth today.

Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball has reassured fans that more Xbox exclusive games will follow. A rumor suggested that given the company’s financial struggles, Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution were isolated cases. With slow console sales, there is skepticism that exclusivity can boost profits.

First unveiled at CES 2025, the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt finally has a launch date: June 29, 2026, arriving at $399 with Ultra Wideband hands-free unlocking via Apple Home Key, Matter over Thread smart home integration, Aliro certification for Android support, and WiFi remote access.

The iPhone Ultra, or whatever it ends up being called, is expected to arrive alongside the iPhone 18 Pro phones, but there could be a small delay. A known leaker, however, is confident that there won’t be one.

The RedMagic Tablet 5 Pro, which is set to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, finally has a launch date. This new flagship gaming tablet is set to launch in China on June 30, 2026, and the global debut should be announced soon.

Lenovo's ThinkPads offer support for Linux out of the box and some models can also be purchased with Linux. We tested the current ThinkPad T16 Gen 5 with Linux and checked the support of functions and features.

The Jaye Band is designed to help people disconnect from their smartphones, rather than serving as an extension of them. The Jaye Band focuses on life's important moments, while the daily flood of notifications is blocked by default.

Amazfit has launched a new hybrid-training system designed for athletes who combine strength and endurance work—including competitive Hyrox racers. The system helps users find the optimal balance between endurance and strength training.

Deal | A role-playing game that is more than 30 years old is currently available on Steam for under $2 for the first time in more than five years. Because of its unforgiving nature, the game is also known as the “Dark Souls of the early ’90s.”

Electronic Arts is expanding its advertising business. With “EA Advertising,” the publisher plans to integrate ads directly into gameplay in the future. What EA describes as authentic and dynamic brand integration is already drawing heavy criticism from the gaming community.

Microsoft has released a new Surface Pro powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 platform. Also equipped with up to 64 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz OLED display, the Surface Pro 12 is said to deliver 15% longer battery life than the older Surface Pro 11, too.

After a baby-related mishap, a Steam Deck user simply wanted to buy a replacement carrying case for their Steam Deck OLED from Valve. Instead, the company behind Steam is apparently sending them one free of charge, and the community is praising the gesture.

The Snap Key adds an extra convenience button to the Oppo Find N6 for quick actions and AI features. While practical for everyday use, it remains significantly more limited than the fully customizable button solutions offered by other manufacturers.

Video | After the successful comeback of the XPS 14 and XPS 16 earlier this year, Dell is also staying true to their promise to make the XPS family more affordable with the all-new XPS 13. And the small, lightweight laptop might actually redefine what you can expect from a budget-friendly laptop in 2026. (Ad)

A Forza Horizon 6 player has publicly questioned on Reddit whether some players earned their enormous fortunes legitimately. Many Redditors agree and suspect exploits may be behind the wealth. Others point to a legitimate method that can indeed generate hundreds of millions of credits.

The Pokémon Company International confirms the mobile release date for Pokémon Champions on iOS and Android, featuring cross-save support and an exclusive Mega Raichu distribution.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick is currently making the rounds on social media in a typical “How did you get so rich?” street interview, where he also talks about GTA 6. Hardly anyone in the community believes this was a spontaneous encounter. Instead, many fans suspect the interview could mark the start of the announced summer marketing push for GTA 6.

Valve's Steam Machine was once again spotted on Geekbench with two separate listings, suggesting that reviews may be underway.

The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is the first handheld gaming console to use the Intel Arc G3 Extreme SoC. This makes the Claw 8 EX AI+ the most powerful portable console on the market, as the Arc G3 Extreme features the impressive Arc B390 iGPU. However, it also makes the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ super expensive.

Microsoft is reportedly shutting down or selling Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion Games as new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma overhauls a gaming division that has shed roughly $500 million in annual revenue despite over $20 billion in studio spending.

For the first time, the iPhone 18 is not expected to be unveiled alongside the Pro models, but rather nearly six months later. The wait could be worth it, however, as the Apple is expected to give the base model 50 percent more RAM and new AI features, among other upgrades.

What started as a DIY memory crunch is now hitting everyone. AI data centers are swallowing the world's DRAM, driving the cheapest 32 GB DDR5 kit to around $439 and pushing midrange laptops past $1,200. With memory now accounting for about 35 percent of a PC's component cost, relief isn't expected before late 2027.

Microsoft has expanded the Xbox Game Pass Stream Your Own Game library with 51 new titles. The lineup includes Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Darksiders III, and more.

Oura is facing new competition, as Japanese tech giant Sharp enters the smart ring market with the Karada Mate Ring. With four sensors housed in a durable titanium case and an exceptionally long battery life, Sharp aims to outpace the competition.

Japanese tech giant Sharp is entering the highly competitive smartwatch market. The Karada Mate Watch automatically tracks calories when you eat, compares calorie intake with calories burned, and also alerts you if you aren't drinking enough.

Amazon has expanded this month's Luna lineup with four more games, taking the total number of new additions in June to 19 so far.

An engineering sample of the Ninkear M8_226V has surfaced, packing Intel's Lunar Lake Core Ultra 5 226V, front-mounted OCuLink, and USB4 in a 128×128 mm chassis — directly addressing the USB4 and OCuLink gaps flagged in our AMD M8 review.

Perhaps the most surprising cell phone of the year comes from Commodore, as the Callback 8020 exudes full-on retro charm with its transparent case, wired headphones, and T9 keyboard. Since most Android apps run on it, the Callback 8020 could theoretically replace a regular smartphone.

Windows 11 users can now log directly into a new "Xbox mode". Xbox mode replaces Windows 11's normal UI with a controller-friendly UI that can integrate multiple game stores like Steam and Epic. Xbox mode also frees up some resources to improve gaming performance. However, the end result is rather disappointing.

With the Aquos R11, Sharp has unveiled one of the most unusual smartphones on the market; not only does the device feature a unique RGB LED strip on the back, but it also boasts a Pro IGZO OLED panel manufactured by Sharp itself, which achieves an impressive refresh rate of 240 Hz.

Ayaneo has shared more details of the upcoming Pocket Micro 2. The Android handheld will feature upgrades in key areas including performance which will be handled by a Qualcomm processor.

Casio has listed the AQ230A-7DMQY on its US website for $59.95. The new variant of the long-running AQ230 ana-digi series features a white dial with silver-tone stainless steel bracelet, dual time, stopwatch, and a three-year battery life.

Citizen has expanded its vintage-inspired Rolan collection with the new AW2110-14Z. Featuring a salmon dial, a 41mm stainless-steel case, and the brand's Eco-Drive solar-powered movement, the latest model delivers classic dress-watch styling for $395.

The 150W Multi-port GaN Power Adapter is a new fast charger from Lenovo, and it's now available in China. It has a launch price of CNY 339, around $50, and the charging brick comes with a three-port design.

The Logitech G316 X wired gaming keyboard aims to virtually eliminate latency. Buyers can customize the accessory’s mechanical switches, as well as its RGB light bar and keys. The 98% Logitech keyboard debuts on June 30th as a key component of the G3 series.

A popular wireless gaming mouse is finally seeing a long-awaited refresh. The 60-gram Logitech G305 X Superlight is now rechargeable and more versatile with Bluetooth connectivity. Its design is largely unchanged, but a Hero 44K optical sensor targets competitive gamers.

Honor has revealed the design of the upcoming X80 Pro Max battery behemoth smartphone, confirming it will be available in four color options. The reveal comes alongside a leak that has disclosed the phone's key specifications.

The 6.78-inch Tecno Spark 50 Pro is designed to be thin, with a 7.8 mm profile, and last all day thanks to a 6,000 mAh battery. The mid-range phone is drop, dust and water resistant and comes with a 50MP Sony Lytia camera.

A relatively affordable smartwatch is gaining powerful new features with a free firmware update. It introduces enhanced navigation options and a normalised pace metric for athletes, while the Amazfit Balance 2 also benefits from additional refinements.

The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 was silently announced through iF Design in February 2026. Now, the company has listed the tablet for sale. This 12.1-inch pad with a large JBL speaker starts at €429.01 in the EU.

Seiko has unveiled two limited-edition 5 Sports SKX watches in collaboration with San Francisco skate brand FTC. The HDB011J8 and HDB012J8 arrive in July 2026 with tight production runs of 860 and 663 pieces respectively, available only in Japan and the US.

Several Samsung foldable phones and smartwatches have just surfaced on FCC certification records. The listings point to the expected Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Watch 9 models, and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, though the rumored Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide has not yet appeared.

Google’s next Pixel Drop is expected to introduce Screen Reactions, a feature that lets creators record themselves alongside on-screen activity without having to use separate editing tools. The update may also bring Gemini Omni video tools and AI-generated music features, though Google is yet to confirm a release date.

Digital Foundry studied The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake teaser. With 1440p/60fps performance, Nintendo may struggle to offer open-world gameplay on the Switch 2. It’s more likely that developers will prioritize quality-of-life tweaks and substantial graphical upgrades.

Vivo has revealed new camera and display details for the upcoming X Fold 6. The foldable phone is confirmed to feature a Zeiss-tuned camera system and an 8.02-inch inner display.

DJI has finally released its latest vlogging camera after months of teasers. Equipped with a new 3x zoom lens, the Osmo Pocket 4P also boasts higher dynamic range than the Osmo Pocket 4, among other differences from existing Osmo Pocket cameras.

The Intel Panther Lake series is turning everyday office and business subnotebooks into capable gaming machines powerful enough to run the latest demanding titles at decent 1080p settings.

Deal | Google's Pixel 9a is back on sale, dropping to $399 for a limited time. With nearly identical specs to the newer Pixel 10a, a bright OLED display, capable cameras, and seven years of software support, it remains one of the best mid-range smartphone deals around.

Deal | Released on August 18, 2022, Thymesia is a third-person action RPG in which you must free the kingdom of Hermes from terrifying creatures in Souls-like combat. And it is currently 75% off on Steam for a limited time.

With the memory shortage impacting budgets, some buyers are seeing unexpected relief. Microsoft has listed new Xbox games for less than what Europeans typically pay. The first-party Fable and Gears of War: E-Day pre-orders are available for €69.99 rather than €79.99.

Nimble's new Sharepower portable battery pack can be split into separate units, allowing users to literally share the power bank with a friend. Each half has a 5,000mAh battery capacity and USB-C ports for charging.

The Apple MacBook Neo seems to be giving AMD a headache, as the manufacturer's latest advertising campaign aims to show that laptops with AMD Ryzen are far superior to the budget MacBook. However, this marketing is misleading in many respects.

With the ExpertCenter Pro ET900N G3, Asus aims to offer a "desktop AI supercomputer." The workstation features an Nvidia processor with 72 ARM cores and an Nvidia Grace Blackwell Ultra GPU with a memory bandwidth of 7.1 TB/s.

Once again, the partnership with Elon Musk has allowed Samsung to broaden its portfolio further. The company has been working with Neuralink to develop the next generation of brain chips, and production is expected to start early next year.

The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge packs a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite processor, and two USB 4 ports into a 12.3-millimeter-thin laptop. The Galaxy Book6 Edge is now available in stores.

The Honor X70 Pro Max has launched in China just a week before the release of the Honor X80 Pro Max. The new phone packs a 120Hz OLED display, a pretty big battery, and an advanced network antenna design.

Many notebook manufacturers talk about sustainability and long product lifespans. At the same time, one feature that could significantly improve both has all but disappeared—except on a single current business laptop.

An insider has shared thoughts on what Microsoft could do with Project Helix to keep costs down. The next-generation Xbox could become an industry first to ship without a controller.

In this big "Best of", we present the absolute frontrunners from Notebookcheck's latest test wave. Having put a total of 46 new notebooks through their paces in the last few months, we have now picked the most exciting ones. So, with your permission, allow us to bring the best laptops into the limelight.

Update | Square Enix releases a free progress-carrying demo for The Adventures of Elliot, ditching turn-based combat for real-time action ahead of its June 18 launch. Update: The first review has dropped.

The Oppo Find N6 noticeably improves the foldable concept: an almost invisible fold, powerful hardware and long battery life meet minor weaknesses in cooling and camera equipment.

Astronomers have discovered a super-Neptune with one of the lowest densities ever found. But while this discovery is important, further studies will need to be conducted to better understand this celestial object.

The first tablet of the ThinkTab series and the ThinkPad’s “Android” counterpart is a real hidden gem. The mid-range tablet was launched quietly with almost no coverage. Given its excellent specs, the Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 is certainly not just for business user.

Baseus has launched a successor to the RD1 11-in-1 docking station from a couple of years ago. The Pro model offers 15 connectivity options for a heftier price tag.

In June 2026, RAM in Germany already costs more than four times as much as it did a year ago. While prices are no longer rising as quickly as they did over the winter, the DRAM crisis continues to worsen, with 32 GB of RAM already costing well over €300.

Although some reviews have called Dragon's Dogma 2 an "unforgettable adventure," its DLC policy and performance have been criticized by some fans. Capcom is now making amends by permanently lowering the game's price, likely not least to fuel the hype for the upcoming expansion.

Xbox strategy chief Matthew Ball clarified that his recent comments were misinterpreted and did not signal plans to introduce intrusive in-game ads, stressing that “interrupting the gameplay experience would be bad.”

Citizen has just unveiled its first Disney Moana watch, and it's timed to the upcoming film release (July 10). The limited-edition Eco-Drive model features wave motifs, a mother-of-pearl dial, and a teal leather strap, and ships in a collectible box set with a commemorative pin.

The Oppo AI Pen complements the Find N6 ecosystem with a smart stylus for writing, highlighting, and AI-powered note-taking. It is particularly useful for productive work on the large inner display.

Microsoft may be considering financing to make Xbox console prices more palatable. A Better xCloud datamine revealed a buy now, pay later option through PayPal or Klarna. Payments for games or the Series X, S, or upcoming Project Helix would be split into interest-free, monthly installments.

The UK government plans to ban under-16s from major social media platforms from 2027. However, there are doubts surrounding the enforcement and effectiveness of such a ban in view of the mixed results in Australia.

Deal | The GMKtec K16, which launched earlier in 2026, is currently enjoying an early Prime Day discount. This AMD mini PC with OCuLink and 32GB of RAM is currently down to $639.98, which is its lowest price on Amazon

Action cameras are featuring increasingly larger sensors and, in some cases, even features like a variable aperture or a flip-out display. The Movmax Vintage camera cage is designed to transform high-end action cameras like the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 or the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro into compact cameras.

The brand-new Vezerlezer WK2 EDC flashlight isn’t just magnetic and equipped with a USB-C port for charging; this compact, rain-resistant gadget also features a UV light, a laser, and a larger floodlight in white and red.

Contrary to what many expected, the iPhone Ultra will not launch in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, but rather many months later. A report from Taiwan, based on information from Apple's supply chain, also reveals the expected starting prices of the most expensive iPhone ever.

The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, equipped with the brand-new Intel Arc G3 Extreme, 32 GB of RAM, an 80 Wh battery, and an 8-inch, 120 Hz 1080p touchscreen, is one of the most powerful gaming handhelds on the market. MSI has now confirmed the price of the handheld.

Deal | Drone Perspective is a tactical game played from an unusual perspective – namely, that of a drone. The current 20% Steam discount brings the game’s price down to around $10 for the first time.