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Garmin is rolling out a new software update for a wide range of smartwatches. Designed to resolve numerous bugs, the patch aims to significantly improve overall system stability and user experience. The beta firmware, version 23.185, is currently available for the Fenix 8 model series.
Xiaomi has teased a "major new product" that will be unveiled at ChinaJoy 2026. Although its identity remains unconfirmed, it is expected to be a next-generation Redmi K100 series smartphone.
Anthropic's Claude AI assistant has come under renewed scrutiny after users discovered that some publicly shared conversations were appearing in Google search results. The incident has reignited concerns over how AI platforms communicate the extent of privacy and security of AI generated content.
Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser says studios should offer physical releases when players demand them, even as the industry increasingly shifts toward digital distribution. While acknowledging the convenience of downloads and updates, Houser maintains an affection for physical media and the sense of ownership it provides.
Lenovo has released a new 15-inch laptop. Launching globally, the Lenovo V15 Gen 7 features up to 32 GB of RAM, upgradeable storage and a choice of Intel Wildcat Lake processors.
Halo: Campaign Evolved player counts during early access may signal an unexceptional launch. New Xbox numbers show how far it trails Forza Horizon 6 ahead of its release date. Steam data is also middling, but account and connectivity issues have slowed Microsoft’s remake.
Lenovo has finally launched its long-awaited Surface Pro rival globally. Confirming all regional SKUs in the process, the listing also reveals previously unknown details about the ThinkPad X13 Detachable Gen 1, too.
As with the Mario franchise, Nintendo may soon unveil a logo to honor the Zelda 40th Anniversary. An insider expects the graphic to surface with Zelda-inspired hardware. Rumors suggest The Ocarina of Time remake, alongside a Switch 2 Pro controller and console, could ship in 2026.
Wallhack has been known primarily for its high-quality mouse pads and gaming accessories, but now the manufacturer is entering the highly competitive market for gaming mice and mechanical keyboards. The Wallhack K-001 and M-001 offer several interesting features.
Insomniac Games' latest Marvel's Wolverine story trailer was supposed to get fans talking about Logan's brutal journey, Lady Deathstrike, and the game's September release. Instead, much of the conversation has shifted toward Sony's controversial move away from physical media, with perhaps their last physical disc release becoming the centerpiece of the debate.
Itel has launched two new power banks, the Zeno 10,000 mAh and the Zeno 20,000 mAh, in the Indian market. The former offers 22.5 W fast charging, while the latter supports 45 W. Both come with a built-in display, USB-C cable, and enhanced battery safety features.
Rockstar Games has confirmed that retail download codes for Grand Theft Auto VI will be strictly region-locked on PlayStation 5, a restriction that Xbox Series X|S players will entirely avoid. This limitation requires PS5 owners to perfectly match their PlayStation Network account region to the country where the code was purchased.
CXMT's entry was hailed by many in the gaming and server community as a savior and a stabilizing force in a market reeling from rising memory costs. It may prove to be neither of those things if current prices are a clue about its intentions.
Moonshot AI has released its Kimi K3 AI model weights for free. The 2.8T parameter model gives businesses, researchers, and AI enthusiasts access to a leading-edge AI model that eliminates the need to pay costly API fees that other top-ranked AI models require.
One ring to rule them all. In the world of smart rings, that’s the new RingConn Gen 3, which – thanks to a partnership with Warner Bros. – is now being marketed in conjunction with the cult fantasy series. The smart ring is said to stand out with a battery life of two weeks and a vibration motor.
A new leak has provided extensive details about the Surface Laptop Ultra. Due to launch later this year, the MacBook Pro rival is due to arrive with an Nvidia RTX Spark chipset, up to 128 GB of RAM, and a 2,000-nit Mini LED display.
PocketByte is an unusual gadget that combines a base module with a 2.8-inch display and an input module that can be swapped out. This allows PocketByte to be transformed into a retro handheld or a music player, among other things.
Sony’s preference for costly AAA games resulted in the downfall of Japan Studio. Former Sony Interactive Entertainment head Shuhei Yoshida has shed new light on the closure. Despite producing more affordable, highly rated titles, the company leaned on God of War to sell PS5 consoles.
Deal | Thanks to an ongoing deal on the PlayStation Direct Store, you can save $100 on the PlayStation VR2, bringing its price down to $299. The discount, however, is available until August 10.
LG has turned E Ink's Spectra 6 e-paper panel into a digital signage solution. Thanks to a large battery, the device can operate without an external power supply for weeks or even months. It runs webOS.
The Garmin Fenix 9 is set to usher in a new era for Garmin smartwatches. Not only will there be variants such as the Fenix 9 Pro with satellite connectivity and the Enduro 4 with a power-efficient MiP display and solar cells, but the MARQ Gen 3 is also expected to be based on the Fenix 9, and be offered in at least five variants.
A new solution to doomscrolling – Autonomous Key locks apps like TikTok or Instagram until they are unlocked with a plastic key, helping users develop healthier habits. An app tracks how often this key is used.
European car buyers are increasingly going electric. BEVs and PHEVs now command a combined market share of more than 30%, surpassing gasoline- and diesel-only vehicles. Tesla and Chinese automakers such as BYD and Leapmotor are leading the surge, while German carmakers continue to lose significant market share.
The launch of the Suunto Race 3 and the more compact Suunto Race 3 S could be just around the corner, as the first hints about the next-generation running smartwatch have already been spotted on the official Suunto website.
A rare qualification sample of Intel’s unreleased Core i9-14901KE reveals an unlocked, all-P-core embedded chip that performs much like a Core i9-14900K with its E-cores disabled. Testing found modest overclocking gains and no special silicon advantage, making the abandoned processor more of a Raptor Lake curiosity than a lost flagship.
The Honor Band 11 series is now official, and the company has offered some initial details of the fitness tracker lineup. At launch, there will be two options available, and the Pro model is set to have a 26-day battery life.
Xiaomi has confirmed that the Poco M8 Power 5G will launch in India on August 4. The company has also revealed that the smartphone will feature an 8,000 mAh battery and an AMOLED display ahead of its debut.
Making laptops affordable in the year 2026 is very difficult. Even more difficult is to make an affordable gaming laptop, as higher performance devices are more impacted by the RAM crisis. The Lenovo Legion 5 15AGP11 we tested tries to lower the costs in several ways.
With the HeyGears G1, the manufacturer aims to combine three distinct functions in a single device, making the system particularly appealing to makers who want to go beyond standard 3D or UV printing.
The Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro and Galaxy S27 Ultra are expected to follow the trend toward ever-larger batteries. A leak reveals the battery capacity of the two next-generation Galaxy S flagship smartphones, which, however, cannot quite keep pace with flagship models from China.
Latest information from an industry insider about the next Far Cry games suggests the extraction shooter is dead, and a new ambitious mainline title is in the works. That’s in parallel with Far Cry 7, which is supposedly making progress as well.
Lenovo has released the Headphone Yoga PC Edition in the US. The Bose-tuned headphones offer ANC, up to 38 hours of battery life, and Bluetooth and 3.5mm wired connectivity for Yoga PCs and other compatible devices, starting at a reasonable $199.99.
The Borrego+ is the new electric bike from Trek, which comes with a 750 W Hyena rear-hub motor. The fat-tire electric bike boasts a large 720 Wh battery, allowing riders to ride up to 70 miles (112.6 km) on a single charge. Plus, the e-bike supports a companion app for motor tuning, ride tracking, bike lock functions, and more.
TCL has officially launched its new flagship Q95K soundbar, an 11.1.4 channel powerhouse developed in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen. Delivering 1420W of peak power across 22 independent speaker units, the system features a dual-engine subwoofer and 360-degree omnidirectional sound field technology.
The DRAM crisis is affecting Fujifilm, as the manufacturer is raising the list prices of select cameras by up to €500. The Fujifilm X100 VI compact camera, the X-T50 mirrorless camera, the GFX100 II medium-format camera, and several other models will become more expensive on September 1.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 series is set to launch globally soon. A leak has now revealed the prices for the European market in advance, ranging from the affordable Redmi Note 17 4G with a 108-megapixel camera to the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max with a massive battery.
The TCL X3B OLED+ lineup has been launched in China, and it brings two rivals to the Apple Studio Display. With a starting price of around $546, both the 27-inch and 32-inch monitors come with Tandem WOLED panels, and the latter has a 480Hz refresh rate mode.
The Apple Watch Series 12 and the Apple Watch Ultra 4 are expected to launch in September. Bloomberg discusses the new features expected for both smartwatches and hints that the first Apple Watch with a blood sugar sensor is on the horizon.
Lenovo has released the Headphone Yoga PC Edition in the US. The Bose-tuned headphones offer ANC, up to 38 hours of battery life, and Bluetooth and 3.5mm wired connectivity for Yoga PCs and other compatible devices, starting at a reasonable $199.99.
Thousands of Xbox players are reporting problems with the Xbox Network today. The affected services include Accounts & Profile, Store & Subscriptions, and Apps & Mobile.