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Pixel users on Android 17 report yet another weird touchscreen bug

Android 17 touch recognition issues persist, as Pixel users report another bug affecting touchscreen input while a video is playing.

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Samsung’s Supergirl promotion lets you win a VIP tour of Warner Bros., 65-inch TV

Warner Bros. Pictures and DC Studios' latest superhero movie Supergirl is set to open on June 24. Samsung has announced a global partnership with these entertainment giants today to promote the theatrical release of this movie. Samsung will

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Netflix's new horror game taps into your phone for deeper immersion

Netflix's new horror game uses your smartphone to control stars Zoë Kravitz's hands.

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I built the same app with Claude Design and its open-source rival, and the winner wasn't close

Same prompt, same model too, but very different results

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The Next ‘Blair Witch’ Movie Gets a Spooky Season Release Date

Just when you thought the woods were safe again, Dylan Clark's new take on the horror franchise will arrive September 24, 2027.

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vivo X Fold6 price leak hints at a massive hike over the X Fold5

vivo's next-generation foldable smartphone is set to launch in China on June 26. Ahead of its debut, the company has already opened pre-orders for the vivo X Fold6 and confirmed several of its key specifications. Now, a fresh leak has surfa

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Sorry, Slackbot. Claude is taking your job

Anthropic has introduced @Claude for Slack.

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Anthropic’s Claude Tag is learning your company, one Slack message at a time

Anthropic’s new Claude Tag brings an always-on AI teammate to Slack. But beyond productivity, the feature is a strategic play to capture organizational context, institutional knowledge, and enterprise workflows.

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Chrome Autofill rolling out deeper Google Wallet integration

Google is introducing deeper integration between Google Wallet and Chrome Autofill to further streamline the experience of filling out forms on the web, like flight check-ins or parking payments.

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Huawei unveils smartwatch with 2,500-nit display, 10-day battery, and design inspired by Apple Watch

With the Qingyun H3550, Huawei is introducing a brand-new smartwatch whose design, featuring a rectangular display and a digital crown, is strongly reminiscent of the Apple Watch. The smartwatch is said to feature precise sensors, a 2,500-n

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Nothing designed this compact “Dream Phone” based on community ideas

In a world where phones keep getting bigger and more sealed-off, Nothing is apparently paying attention to what people keep complaining about. The company just dropped a fan-inspired “Dream Phone” concept based directly on community feedbac

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Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses already have hot competition from new Meta Glasses

Meta, the company behind Facebook, Instagram, etc, today unveiled a major shakeup for its smart glasses strategy. It has launched an in-house designed line simply called Meta Glasses that offer more styles and most importantly, are cheaper

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EcoFlow Stream 2: Successor to the decentralized plug-in solar solution delivers up to 5,000 W

EcoFlow has unveiled the Stream 2 series, the second generation of its decentralized plug-in solar solution, now offering up to 5,000 W of power. The company also introduced the OASIS 3.0 energy management platform alongside several other n

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YouTube Music may be working on support for offline downloads on Apple Watch

There are a ton of reasons why a smartwatch can be useful, but one option that’s proven very handy is the ability to pair your earbuds directly to your watch and use music apps while exercising, no phone needed. YouTube Music for Apple Watc

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Softbank CEO Shoots Down Musk’s Plan for Orbital Data Centers as SpaceX Stock Falls Back to Earth

Masayoshi Son says the AI race will be decided on Earth.

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I stopped opening Event Viewer after finding this buried Windows tool that actually makes sense

No more opening Event Viewer and immediately regretting it.

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Samsung Galaxy M47's key specs and launch date revealed

Last week, Samsung announced that the Galaxy M47 5G would soon launch in India. The company has now revealed several key specifications of the smartphone while also confirming its official launch date. The Samsung Galaxy M47 5G will be unve

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Steam Machine sold out in Asia despite high price, as Valve store skips reservations

Demand for Valve’s new Linux mini PC exceeds supply in Japan and Taiwan. This market may view the Steam Machine price as reasonable enough to invest in the console challenger. Lacking a reservation system before its release date, Komodo Sta

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This Famously Pink Planet Is Hiding

Astronomers have uncovered the chemical profile of a very pink planet, potentially solving a decade-old mystery about its faint appearance.

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5 Rare iPods You Probably Didn't Realize Existed

Apple released a surprising number of obscure iPod variants, with some tied to strange partnerships and others released so quietly they're nearly forgotten.

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These pre‑built gaming PCs beat Valve’s Steam Machine on price and performance, and it’s not even close

The Steam Machine's $1,049.99 starting price is a bummer, and I know a lot of PC gamers are looking for an affordable alternative. I found 5 pre-built gaming PCs with RTX and Arc discrete graphics starting at $849.

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These Google TV projectors are up to $1,000 off during Prime Day

There are a ton of projector options available, but some of the easiest models to use also happen to be the best performers. Laser TV projectors with Google TV from brands like Hisense and Xgimi are up to $1,000 off during Prime Day; here a

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Galaxy Watch LTE vs Wi-Fi: Which one should you actually buy?

If you've ever been tempted to buy a Samsung smartwatch, you probably noticed that most of them come in two flavors: Bluetooth+Wi-Fi and LTE. What's the difference between them? Which one should you pick? Here's how it works. First, a key c

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8 Of The Best Neck Fans You Can Buy

With summer bearing down in the Northern Hemisphere, it can be tough to stay cool. Here are some of the best neck fans you can buy to help beat the heat.

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The Seafaring Stars of ‘House of the Dragon’ on That Jaw-Dropping Season 3 Premiere

Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys Velaryon) and Abubakar Salim (Alyn of Hull) talk about fathers, sons, and fighting the Battle of the Gullet.

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The 5800X3D wasn't just another CPU — it kept AM4 alive and proved 3D V-Cache was the real deal

AMD struck gold with the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, and it kept going

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“Gaming is becoming unaffordable” — Xbox CEO says the industry has an accessibility crisis

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma believes gaming is becoming increasingly unaffordable due to rising hardware costs, subscriptions, and competition for consumer attention. Her comments offer insight into Xbox's broader strategy for accessibility and gr

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Casio launches new G-Shock watch in collaboration with Toyo Tires

Casio has released a new variant of its long-running DW5600 G-Shock series in the US. The DW5600TT25-1 is a $150 collaboration with Japanese tire manufacturer Toyo Tires, applying automotive design cues to the standard digital watch platfor

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New HoloSense robotic lawn mowers combine three technologies for highly precise and reliable navigation

Anthbot has introduced the new M5 Pro and M9 Pro robotic lawn mowers, which feature the HoloSense navigation system. By combining LiDAR, RTK/NetRTK positioning, and AI vision, the company promises highly accurate positioning and reliable na

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Frustrated Microsoft Researcher Uses Goats in ‘Age of Empires II’ to Demo the Absurdity of LLMs

Would you view a GoatGPT response differently to ChatGPT? Even if they worked the exact same way?

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Latest Galaxy Watch 9 leaks show updated design and new features [Gallery]

More leaks of Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 9 have landed, revealing new features for the upcoming smartwatch series, as well as the first leaked images of the updated design.

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The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones are down to an all-time low for Prime Day

The discount we've been waiting for

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Scattered Spider members plead guilty to hacking Transport for London

Two members of the 'Scattered Spider' cybercrime group pleaded guilty to hacking the Transport for London (TfL) systems in 2024. [...]

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My Steam Deck is gathering dust because emulation handhelds got too good

I still love my Steam Deck but I have better options now

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Claude is back online after major outage affects most models

Claude is back online after being out of service due to a major outage affecting most users across most models.

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8BitDo's Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard and Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller get N64-themed colors

8BitDo is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Nintendo 64 console with new colors for the Retro 87 mechanical keyboard and the Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller. Both products pay homage to the classic console with their translucent blue s

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Tecno launches new entry-level smartphone with thin and lightweight design

The Tecno Camon Slim is now official in the global market, positioning itself as a thin budget-range smartphone powered by the entry-level MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate processor. Plus, it features a sleek design, measuring just 6.39 mm (0.2

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Never Do Any Of These 4 Things On Your Samsung Phone

There are a handful of common mistakes Samsung Galaxy owners make that can hurt security, battery life, or overall performance over time. Here's what to avoid.

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Why I abandoned LastPass after moving my passwords to this Bitwarden setup

I finally found a simpler way to access my passwords

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Prime Day mobile tech deals (Laptops, tablets, mini PCs, and accessories)

Amazon Prime Day is here again, and while the online retailer is promising big discounts on thousands of items, some deals are better than others… especially at a time when rising memory and storage costs are driving up prices for many cons

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Password manager maker LastPass says hackers stole customer support case data during Klue breach

This is the second data breach to affect LastPass customers in recent years, after one of the password manager's tech partners was recently breached.

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Now THIS is a great price for Samsung's overlooked and underrated Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE

You've probably never seriously considered buying the Galaxy Z Flip 7 Fan Edition... until today.

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Samsung just took yet another step towards the death of the S Pen

It’s been relatively clear that Samsung is slowly trying to phase out the S Pen in its smartphones and, recently, the company took another small step towards that end by ending sales of the stylus for the few foldables that support it.

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Radxa's Cubie A5E looked like the perfect Pi alternative — until I tried to actually use it

I was excited by the Radxa Cubie A5E's impressive hardware, but the lack of OS options and old, problematic software made it a frustrating experience.

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Don't let the Star Wars branding put you off Galactic Racer

Star Wars Galactic Racer is shaping up to be a lot of fun. Even if you're not a huge Star Wars fan.

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Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra gets a couple of unique colors as more details leak

It will be interesting to see what Samsung plans to offer to differentiate the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. The latest concrete difference comes in half of the color offerings Samsung plans to produce for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 s

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This new class for Warhammer 40,000's popular horde shooter was so fun to play it may convert me from a casual fan to a hardcore fanatic

Fatshark has graciously invited me to witness an exclusive preview of Warhammer 40,000: Darktide's new Skitarii class, along with details on its cosmetics, lore, and gameplay kit.

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Skip the cloud: this compact Ryzen AI 9 mini PC handles 8B local LLMs and it's at a special Prime Day price

Grab the GEEKOM A9 Max mini PC for $1,189.15 this Prime Day and get Ryzen AI power, 32GB RAM, and local 8B LLM potential.

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Nothing Phone (4b) will somehow be cheaper when it launches in July – this is what it might look like

Nothing just announced that it would be, at least for this year, killing off its bargain CMF Phone due to the increasing cost of components but, somehow, “Nothing Phone (4b)” is about to debut as a more affordable release.

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I fixed Jellyfin's metadata first, and it solved problems hardware transcoding never could

Hardware transcoding matters, but Jellyfin feels much better when the library is clean, predictable, and trustworthy first.

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The XBOX ROG Ally is the only gaming handheld actually getting cheaper in 2026 — so ditch the overpriced Steam Deck

The Xbox ROG Ally is the only gaming handheld getting cheaper. Grab this rare Prime Day deal for just £379.99 while you can.

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Nothing confirms the Phone (4b) date, and the visuals tease a budget redemption story

The design hits at who Nothing is really chasing.

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Galaxy S27 Ultra will steamroll competition with the tech Samsung just announced

Galaxy S27 Ultra will be a lot snappier.

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Dimensity 9600 Pro tipped to cost around $216, up to 20% more than D9500

Smartphone makers are gearing up for the next round of flagships, and right now chip pricing is becoming a pretty interesting battle. MediaTek looks like it’s getting ready to raise the cost of its upcoming flagship chip. The Dimensity 9600

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See the top 5 Samsung apps you should be using

Samsung's Galaxy devices come with a lot of the company's native apps. Some overlap with the default Google apps that ship with every device, but Samsung has built capabilities in them that make those apps genuinely useful. Our colleagues o

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Sony noise-canceling headphones for under $85? It is possible, no shady business involved

The Sony WH-CH720N are the lightest wireless noise-canceling headband-type headphones the company has to offer. They're half the AirPod Max's weight!

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iOS 27 beta 2 adds Write with Siri, inline reply support for RCS messages and more

Apple announced iOS 27 at its annual WWDC with a load of new features. However, the developers are still putting the finishing touches on it and iOS 27 beta 2 brings several new features. One of them is Write with Siri, which will replace t

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Meta debuts new, cheaper smart glasses under its own brand

The smart glasses are available in several countries starting today in a variety of color and lens combinations.

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Meta Glasses ditch the Ray-Ban name for a lower price, three styles now available

As the smart glasses era gets its proper start, Meta is expanding on its offering with a new lineup of “Meta Glasses” that ditch Ray-Ban branding and designs in pursuit of a more affordable price tag.

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The only PC controller you'll ever need from Razer is down to its lowest ever price for Prime Day

The only real negative with the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC controller is its steep asking price. But Prime Day just fixed that by knocking it down by a cool $50.

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AAWireless TWO series Android Auto & CarPlay adapters get a Prime Day discount

If you’ve been wanting to get an AAWireless TWO adapter for Android Auto and/or CarPlay, Prime Day is here with a discount on both.

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8 Common Smartwatch Myths You Should Stop Believing

Smartwatches are growing in their capabilities and popularity, but they are also misunderstood. Here are the common smartwatch myths you should stop believing.

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I spent $60 on Gemini, ChatGPT, and Claude for a month – only one made me productive

My month with the AI agents.

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The Exploit Doesn't Exist. You Can Still Prove It Works Against You

Attackers can now weaponize newly disclosed vulnerabilities far faster than most organizations can patch them. Picus Security explains how security teams can validate exploitability before a public exploit even exists. [...]

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Ribbie turns real-time baseball stats into arcade-like, pixel-art broadcasts

Ribbie lets you follow along live with MLB games with a delightful, arcade-inspired interface.

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LastPass confirms data breach in Klue supply chain attack

LastPass announced that hackers accessed customer data from its Salesforce environment after stealing the company's OAuth tokens in the Klue supply chain attack earlier this month. [...]

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What Are Grid Fins Used For On The SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket?

Grid fins play a crucial role in bringing the Falcon 9 booster back to Earth. These unique structures help make rocket reuse possible. Here's how it happens.

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Skip expensive mesh systems and grab this Wi-Fi 6 triple-pack at a price that's hard to ignore

It's what I use at home when I want reliable Wi-Fi coverage

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EMUI June 2026 update rolling for these two Huawei foldables

Huawei is rolling out the EMUI June 2026 update for two of its excellent foldables – the Mate X3 and Mate X7. The former is three years old, while the latter has made its debut globally this year and is performing extremely well in the sale

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Thinking about ditching your smartwatch? The Oura Ring 4 at its lowest price is hard to ignore

It's time for change

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Gemini Live gets contextual on Galaxy phones and tablets

Google recently showcased several advanced capabilities for Gemini. While many of those features have yet to arrive, Gemini Live has received a new capability that makes the AI assistant more contextual and helpful. The feature is rolling o

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Affordable HDR AR glasses with gaming perks: RayNeo Air 4 Pro review

HDR without the premium. | The RayNeo Air 4 Pro are affordable AR glasses that feature HDR10 OLED displays. They sport a 120Hz refresh rate for a smooth gaming experience, and the built-in Bang & Olufsen speakers are quite good. But there a

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Looking for a top Prime Day bargain? Do not disregard the Galaxy S26+ at $300 off!

The Galaxy S26 Plus is not as popular as the base S26 or the S26 Ultra, but at its newly reduced prices, the 6.7-inch powerhouse clearly deserves a chance.

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The Nothing Ear (3) earbuds come with a unique design and 28% discount this Prime Day

The Nothing Ear (3) is the fourth-generation flagship earbuds by Nothing. And they come with unique design and features.

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5 Things To Know Before Buying A Whoop Band

Buying a Whoop band means signing up for a lot more than just hardware. The subscription requirements and feature limitations matter a lot here.

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Huawei patent hints at more efficient AI assistant features for devices

Huawei has received approval for a new patent related to an AI solution that will improve communication with an assistant. The Chinese business information patent platform, Tianyancha, has granted the company’s new idea to enhance the devic

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Price shock: What fans think about the Steam Machine's pricing

The Steam Machine was eagerly anticipated for months. After the official price reveal, however, the mood in the community has become noticeably subdued. Among more than 2,700 Reddit comments, hardly anyone says they actually plans to buy on

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Grand Theft Auto 6 storefronts go live ahead of pre-orders

Global retailers Microsoft, PlayStation and MediaMarkt deploy placeholder pages for Grand Theft Auto VI ahead of the official June 25 pre-order date.

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Geekom's mini PCs enjoy massive savings during Prime Day — I handpicked the 7 top deals up to 15% off for a limited time

A wide range of Geekom's mini PCs are on sale during Prime Day, and I picked out the 7 highest-rated models that will suit plenty of different users. Prices start at just $371, and all PCs have at least 16GB of RAM. That's hard to pass up i

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Lenovo Legion Pro 7i OLED gaming laptop with RTX 5080, 32 GB RAM is 30% off

Deal | The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 gaming laptop is one of the most powerful gaming laptops currently on the market. Armed with an RTX 5080 laptop GPU and a 24-core Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, it is powerful enough to run AAA games at QHD/4

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Intel's Arc G3 Extreme changes the handheld game - MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Review

A new level of performance. | MSI's Claw 8 EX AI+ is the first device with Intel's first dedicated handheld SoC Arc G3 Extreme, which features the powerful Arc B390 iGPU. The result is a completely new level of performance, easily beating A

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MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review: Big money for big performance

Intel and MSI have teamed up to create what might be the most powerful handheld gaming PC on the market.

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Meta Glasses hands-on: Ray-Ban is out, Kylie Jenner is in

Here come the Meta Adventurer, Meta Fury and Meta Glasses by Kylie (Jenner).

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Fika Jobs raises $4M to build a video-first hiring platform where AI agents interview candidates

Stockholm-based startup Fika Jobs is building a video-first hiring platform that combines AI interview agents with short-form video profiles, creating something that feels like a cross between LinkedIn and TikTok.

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Microsoft knows its new Surface PCs are too expensive: Combats skyrocketing prices with new 8GB RAM models that start at $849

Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch have been updated with new 8GB RAM configurations that bring prices back down to earth.

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“This is the gaming handheld we’ve been waiting for” — MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review of a masterpiece priced for the few

Outstanding handheld gaming hardware thanks to Intel's new banger Arc G3 Extreme chip with real breakthrough performance, but unfortunate NAND/RAM pricing keeps the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ out of reach for many.

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Here’s how your phone is running after updating to Android 17

A week on from Google’s biggest update of the year so far, we have results on whether your performance has improved after updating a Pixel to Android 17 – here’s what you need to know.

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iOS 27 will be the end of this Apple-made app

Remember the AirPort Utility app?

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Command & Conquer alternative on a budget: Classic RTS for $1.20 on Steam

Deal | More than 20 years after its release, Act of War: Direct Action might still be worth a look for fans of classic real-time strategy in the style of Command & Conquer: Generals. On Steam, the RTS classic is 60% off until June 25 and cu

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Here's How Long Your Car Battery Could Power A TV

Using a car battery while camping for more than just starting your vehicle might be easier than you think. Here's what to know before plugging in a TV.

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No patience for Civilization? Compact 4X strategy game is under $2 on Steam

Deal | Hexarchy blends classic 4X strategy with deckbuilding and condenses an otherwise complex genre into a surprisingly compact format. The strategy game is 90% off on Steam until June 25 and currently costs just $1.99.

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Nothing Phone (4b) launches on July 7 as Nothing's next budget phone

A brand-new smartphone series will debut in about two weeks with the Nothing Phone (4b). This affordable alternative to the Nothing Phone (4a) might feature just a single rear camera, though new design sketches also show variants with a lar

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It's 2026, but the Moto G Power (2025) is somehow back in the limelight at a $100 Prime Day discount

Yes, a 2025-released Motorola mid-ranger can be a very smart Prime Day 2026 buy at this killer price.

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Before Google forces you to pay, here's how to reclaim gigabytes of wasted storage

Google's 15GB fills up fast

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Amazon's Alexa+ AI chatbot is on its way to India

Amazon's Alexa+ AI chatbot became available to everyone in the US in February, and now it's on its way to India it seems, with support for Hindi no less. The company is inviting users in the country to test out the Hindi language version. A

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BenQ launches Mac-focused 32-inch monitor with 120Hz refresh rate, Thunderbolt 4

BenQ has introduced the MA320UG in India, expanding its Mac-focused monitor lineup with a display aimed at creators and professionals. Designed for users who spend hours editing videos, creating graphics, and managing multiple applications,

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Apple improves RCS messaging between iPhones and Android phones with iOS 27

A couple of years ago, Apple and Google worked together to improve texting between iPhones and Android phones through the adoption of RCS. However, the experience still wasn’t as seamless as it could have been, as several RCS features were

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4 Older Devices Every Homeowner Should Try To Repurpose

Don't just throw out all your old tech because you upgraded. Some of it can be repurposed in new and exciting ways to make your home a little better.

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I finally audited my monthly cash flow with this Android app and cut hidden streaming fees

I've successfully plugged the leaks

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Webinar: Why email security teams are drowning in alerts

Phishing, BEC, and account takeover attacks continue to overwhelm security teams with alerts and investigations. This webinar explores how behavioral AI can help automate detection and response workflows, reducing alert fatigue and improvin

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OnePlus Nord 6 vs Poco X8 Pro: Which Mid-Range Phone Should You Buy in 2026?

OnePlus Nord 6 and Poco X8 Pro bring flagship-inspired features to the upper mid-range segment. From powerful processors and AMOLED displays to massive batteries and fast charging, both phones offer plenty for their price. This comparison b

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RedMagic’s water-cooled gaming tablet gets a release date, official images, and superb hardware

RedMagic shows off its upcoming water-cooled gaming tablet, which might just be the best of its kind in the world.

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Garmin Enduro 4: Certification hints at new flagship smartwatch

The launch of the Garmin Enduro 4 is approaching, as Garmin has already had a smartwatch, which could be the Enduro 4, certified by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The certification confirms initial details about the devic

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Huawei Mate 80 series shows strong sales performance, hits 7 million

Huawei is one of the leading smartphone companies in China and every new Mate phone series gets a lot of attention – the current example is the Mate 80 lineup with sales hitting the 7 million mark. Looks like the flagship is trying to reach

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Samsung’s HBM4 revenue surpasses $1 billion amid booming AI demand

On February 12, 2026, Samsung started mass producing its sixth-generation high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chip, HBM4, a feat no other company in the industry had accomplished at the time. Since then, the brand's HBM4 chip has been in immense de

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Fans can breathe a sigh of relief: Valve will let users build their own Steam Machine

Valve is opening SteamOS to traditional gaming PCs. Starting with SteamOS 3.8, users will be able to build their own Steam Machine from the PC components of their choice. This should be especially interesting for those who are not convinced

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Instagram for TV expanding to a major TV brand in the US

Instagram introduced the Instagram for TV app last December, initially available on Amazon Fire TV devices in the US, and expanded to Google TV devices in February. Now, Instagram has expanded the app to Samsung TVs in the US for 2020 model

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Steam Machine: Fans praise new reservation system – but one group is left out

Valve’s new reservation system is designed to make the Steam Machine launch more orderly and fair. The approach has gone down well with the community – but the account requirements completely exclude one group of potential buyers.

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Finland Has A New Plan To Protect The Internet, And It Starts Underwater

As threats to underwater internet cable connections continue to increase, Finland has a plan for keeping its internet protected with cutting-edge tech.

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Why this top NAS release makes it easier to ditch your paid cloud services

Ugreen is doing some things

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One of the best foldable smartphones for 2026 is rumored to arrive with a $400 price hike!

Time to smash that piggy bank, folks!

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Top 5 Alternatives to the iPhone 17 Pro: More Value for the Same Price

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro is a highly capable device. The transition to an aerospace-grade aluminum unibody makes it lighter, the A19 Pro chip delivers reliable performance, and the new 48MP telephoto lens is a practical upgrade for mobile phot

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"The 'AI Stigma' is real and severely punishes developers": A new study shows how much using AI in games hurts sales, and the numbers are hard to believe

A new study from Game Oracle demonstrates the negative effects the use of AI can have on sales (and reputation). There's a lot to unpack here, but the main message is resounding: we're not yet ready for the future of gaming.

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This Prime Day deal finally brings the Surface Pro 11 back to a sensible price

The Surface Pro 11 is discounted for Prime Day, bringing the OLED model with 16GB of RAM and Snapdragon X Elite down to $869. This configuration hits the key specs without the usual premium pricing.

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SteelSeries' best gaming headsets, mice, and keyboards are enjoying a Prime Day sale if your battlestation needs upgrades

SteelSeries, one of the world's leading providers of high-quality accessories, is selling a bunch of its headsets, keyboards, and mice at massive discounts for Amazon Prime Day.

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This powerful Windows 11 mini PC from Beelink is just $626 for Amazon Prime Day, but only while stocks last

The Beelink SER9 Pro features great performance in a small and affordable package, and has support for a clever dock

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Galaxy S25 Ultra to be available with massive discount during Amazon Prime Day sale 2026

Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 Ultra in India with a starting price of INR 1,29,999. On a few occasions, the phone was on sale in the country for under INR 1,00,000. If you somehow missed those opportunities, you will soon get one more cha

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Nothing Phone (4b) will be unveiled on July 7

Nothing has confirmed that its upcoming "(b)" series smartphone will indeed launch as the Phone (4b), putting recent speculation to rest. The company has also announced the handset's launch date. The Nothing Phone (4b) will debut in India a

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China takes back top spot in latest supercomputer ranking

China took the supercomputer crown by relying on CPUs and not GPUs like other models.

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Retroid shows off color lineup for Pocket Nova

Retroid has revealed the color options, its upcoming handheld, the Pocket Nova will be available in. All of the colors should be familiar to Retroid fans as they have been borrowed from existing handhelds.

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5 TV Shows Like Widow's Bay You Need To Watch

After you finish up with Apple TV's acclaimed new horror-comedy series "Widow's Bay," check out these five shows likely to satisfy in a similar way.

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Oracle laid off 21,000 employees over the past year, citing AI as one of the reasons

Oracle's latest filings say it employs 141,000 people, down from 162,000 last year.

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Google Sheets gets a Gemini upgrade you’ll actually use

Fix your broken formulas for good

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At its Prime Day discount, Samsung's Galaxy A37 might be the best budget 5G phone around

Released at an arguably excessive price just a few months back, the Galaxy A37 5G is a killer Prime Day bargain all of a sudden.

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Amazon US Prime Day deals: Galaxy S26 Ultra for $950, refurbished iPhone 17 Pro for $935

Amazon’s Prime Day starts today and will go for four days (ends on June 26). We will be picking out all the best tech deals – starting with smartphones, of course. As usual, an active Prime subscription is required, but you can use a free t

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OLED fans have been waiting more than a decade for this tablet

Fans of compact and lightweight Android tablets have had to wait a long time for a new model with an OLED screen. Now, with its Pad Mini, Oppo has launched the best tablet of its kind on the market - one that showed virtually no weaknesses

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"It's something that no one has ever seen before — a new game system": Hideo Kojima teases more of his mysterious horror

Hideo Kojima has shared new details on OD, describing the project as something "no one has ever seen before." The Xbox-backed title will feature a new game system, an ambitious horror concept, and a cast that includes Sophia Lillis, Hunter

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This Fitbit Air Trick Lets You Wear An Analog Watch On The Same Band

Fitbit Air owners have found a way to attach an analog watch to the same band. It's a simple hack that's making the rounds online, and it works quite well.

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iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max prices: what a potential $300 hike means for every storage option

Tim Cook warned that price hikes are coming – and analysts think the iPhone 18 Pro Max could push boundaries like never before.

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Samsung updates Galaxy M07 with One UI 8.5

Samsung has released a new software update for the Galaxy M07. It brings One UI 8.5, which the phone’s users have been waiting for a long time. It brings a new user interface as well as many new features, which we will discuss in a moment.

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Nothing announces the Phone (4b) launch on July 7

London-based smartphone maker Nothing has confirmed the Nothing Phone (4b) will launch on July 7th. Announced on X, “b” is a new line of affordable phones that might focus on doing the basics brilliantly. The company subtly teased the desig

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With this discounted wireless mechanical gaming keyboard, you won't have any more excuses for wiping in World of Warcraft

SteelSeries' Apex Pro Mini keyboard is enjoying a 40% Amazon Prime Day discount for hardcore PC gamers looking for a high-quality gaming keyboard with fast responsiveness and lag-free wireless connectivity.

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BenQ ZOWIE XL2566X+ Review: Built for Competitive Gaming

The BenQ ZOWIE XL2566X+ is a monitor designed with a very specific audience in mind. Unlike many premium gaming displays that attempt to balance gaming, content creation, and entertainment, this monitor focuses almost entirely on competitiv

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Honor testing Samsung-like privacy screen technology for next flagship

After Samsung, Honor has started preparing new privacy screen technology for its next flagship. The company has already pushed the software-level feature to its top-end smartphones. Although it is now seemingly working on a hardware-level s

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"Folks at Arkane are doing a really, really great job": Todd Howard offers a promising update on Marvel's Blade

Todd Howard has offered an encouraging update on Marvel's Blade, praising Arkane Lyon's work on the project and adding to recent signs that development is progressing well despite wider uncertainty surrounding Xbox.

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Forget AirPods, these Gamebuds are the perfect micro-sized headset for listening to games, music, and movies on the go

Amazon Prime Day has provided a 20% discount for the SteelSeries Arctis Gamebuds, which we gave a glowing 4/5 star review for its satisfying sound, comforting build, active noise cancellation, and more rich features.

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5 Clever Ways To Use Alexa On Your Fire TV Remote

Alexa on a Fire TV remote can do a lot more than search for shows. Smart lighting, security cameras, and shopping lists are all part of the equation.

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"The origin story of Delta Squad": Netflix's Gears of War plans are finally revealed, and I'm feeling cautiously optimistic

Netflix has revealed the first major story details for its live-action Gears of War adaptation, confirming it will tell the origin story of Delta Squad as humanity battles the Locust Horde.

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One of SteelSeries' best noise-canceling gaming headsets has compatibility with practically everything, and it's 34% off

Amazon's June Prime Day sale has arrived, and it's brought a 34% discount on the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro gaming headset, which we gave a near-perfect score for its excellent sound, sturdy build quality, and a plethora of features.

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Amazon's Galaxy Z Flip 7 Prime Day deal is weird (in a good way) and unlikely to last long

You probably only have a limited time to save up to an unusual $332 on Samsung's latest high-end flip phone.

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"Halo, first and foremost, is one of our biggest franchises": Halo's TV and movie future may not be over after all

Matt Booty says Halo remains one of Xbox's biggest franchises, offering fans a small reason to believe the series could eventually return to television or film despite the cancellation of the Paramount+ show.

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New leak lists every Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 color option

Samsung will release at least two new smartwatch models this year. In fact, recent rumors suggest there will be no Classic model. Samsung's 2026 lineup could consist solely of the Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2. Those two wearables have now surf

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Samsung announces UFS 5.0 storage, and it may be in your next phone

Samsung has announced the development of its next-generation UFS 5.0 storage standard, claiming it delivers up to twice the performance of the current UFS 4.1 solution. According to the company, the new storage technology will help reduce l

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The Oversight Board says Meta needs to do more to protect regular people from sexualized deepfakes

Meta's Oversight Board has made several suggestions to make reporting sexualized AI deepfakes easier and more effective for ordinary people.

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Prepare for some swashbuckling adventures, Sea of Thieves is weirdly getting a movie

Sea of Thieves is officially getting a live-action movie, with Marvel filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton attached as a producer. The adaptation is part of Microsoft's growing push into film and television, with Xbox teasing multiple entertainm

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What Owners Say Is The Biggest Problem With Foldable Phones

Foldable phones harken back to the old days of flip phones, which can be nostalgic, but as nice as they are, they're not without their faults.

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Realme P4x 4G goes official with an 8,000mAh battery and a refreshed design

Realme has quietly launched the Realme P4x 4G in select markets. Compared to the 5G Realme P4x, which was unveiled in December last year, the new 4G variant brings a larger battery, a refreshed rear panel, and several other hardware changes

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OpenAI's new Daybreak⁠ initiative will help open-source projects fend off bugs

OpenAI has launched Patch the Planet, a new initiative part of its Daybreak cybersecurity program.

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Samsung's compact Galaxy S26 drops to an irresistible price after $200 Prime Day discount

Do you like small phones (by 2026 standards) with a lot of horsepower? Then you're going to love Amazon's latest Galaxy S26 deal!

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Huawei tops in tablet shipment market with 31% share: Q1 2026

Huawei MatePad devices have developed strong momentum in China’s Q1 2026 tablet market and achieved the first spot in the shipment ranking. The company has also recorded the highest annual growth among all other top rivals like Apple. Omdia

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Samsung Galaxy A15 4G and Galaxy A24 4G receive One UI 8.5 stable update

After rolling out the stable One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy A15 5G, Samsung has now released it for the Galaxy A15 4G. [#InlinePriceWidget,12637,1#] The stable One UI 8.5 for the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G is rolling out in South Korea for mod

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Alleged Redmi Note 17 series phone with 9,000mAh battery to launch next month

Earlier today, Redmi silently unveiled the Redmi 17C, an entry-level 4G smartphone, in China. The brand is expected to unveil a couple of Note series mid-range offerings before it introduces the Redmi K100 series in September or October. A

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Vivo X500 Pro Mini specs leak again, 85mm periscope lens and Dimensity 9600 Pro in cards

A fresh leak adds new detail to the Vivo X500 Pro, one of four models tipped for the upcoming X500 series. According to tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the device will be powered by the 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro chip and feature a 6.37-

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Samsung Galaxy M47 5G is launching next week, read all the key specs here

Samsung has confirmed the arrival of the Galaxy M47 5G in India, with the smartphone set to launch on June 29. The launch date has been revealed through the device’s Amazon microsite, which has also shed light on several hardware and softwa

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Steam Machine finally goes on sale at an expectedly eye-watering price

Valve has finally decided to put a launch date and sale price on its Steam Machine gaming PC. The 512GB version is priced at $1049, and the 2TB version is $1349. However, those are the prices without a controller. If you want Valve’s Steam

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Google Store Prime Day: Big deals on Pixel 10, Watch 4, Fitbit, & more

The Google Store is kicking off nearly a week of deals that coincide with Amazon Prime Day 2026. There are notable deals on Pixel phones, Watch, and Fitbit.

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Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro teaser confirms 185Hz refresh rate, higher than Tablet 3 Pro

Gaming tablets have come a long way from niche gadgets to legit portable powerhouses, and Red Magic is stepping up the game once again. The company just teased its newest flagship, the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro, and it’s packing an insa

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Honor small flagship phone could bring ARRI-based camera features

Honor seemingly has a small model for its Magic 9 flagship phone series and just like other siblings, the mini handset is expected to bring ARRI-based camera features. The latest piece of information reveals what this new model will bring o

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Vivo X Fold 6 price leak reveals a major jump in cost

Vivo is all set to announce the Vivo X Fold 6 foldable phone on June 26 in China. The official pre-order listings of the device have revealed that it will be available in multiple configurations. A leaked image that is now doing the rounds

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The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has been spotted on Geekbench once again

The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has surfaced on Geekbench once again. The smartphone was first spotted on the benchmarking platform in April, but the latest listing appears to be for the global variant. A Samsung smartphone carrying the model num

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Motorola Edge 70 Max leak reveals renders, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, magnetic wireless charging

Motorola’s Edge 70 series could soon gain another member. Leaked renders and details of the Motorola Edge 70 Max have surfaced online, offering an early look at what appears to be a new high-end addition to the lineup. The images reveal the

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Redmi brings back 4/64GB configuration with the new Redmi 17C

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 17C in China, and the timing says a lot about where budget smartphones are heading. The phone succeeds the Redmi 15C, skipping a generation entirely, and arrives with a RAM configuration that would have seemed

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Realme P4x’s new variant launches with 8,000mAh battery, attractive design

Realme already offers the Realme P4x 5G in select markets with a large 7,000mAh battery. The company has now introduced a new 4G variant of the smartphone, trading 5G connectivity for an even bigger 8,000mAh battery. However, battery capaci

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Huawei launches new enterprise smartwatch with notable health upgrades

Huawei today launched a new enterprise smartwatch – Qingyun H3550 with significant health and fitness upgrades. It is a commercial wearable and looks quite similar to the Apple Watch series. However, its internal specifications and capabili

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Samsung Display reportedly kicks off OLED panel production for foldable iPhone

Apple's first foldable iPhone, which is rumored to launch as the iPhone Ultra, is expected to debut in September. Back in April, a report claimed that Apple had selected Samsung Display as the exclusive supplier of foldable OLED panels for

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Galaxy Watch Ultra 2’s latest leak reveals design changes

Samsung’s next-generation smartwatches are once again in the spotlight ahead of their expected debut next month. Leaked renders and details related to the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch 9 have surfaced online, giving an early look at

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Faster AI, quicker apps: Samsung reveals its first UFS 5.0 storage solution

Samsung has unveiled its next-generation UFS 5.0 storage technology, marking a major step forward for mobile memory. The new solution is designed with future AI-powered devices in mind and aims to improve how smartphones, wearables and othe

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Is Verizon's New $30 Simplicity Plan Too Good To Be True?

Verizon's new $30 Simplicity plan sounds great on paper, but the price comes with a few caveats worth understanding before you switch carriers.

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5 Useful Kindle Features You're Probably Not Using

If you're only using your Kindle to read, you're leaving some genuinely useful features on the table. Here's a look at the big ones most people miss.

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The running list: major tech layoffs in 2026 where employers cited AI

A running look — in reverse chronological order — at the bigger tech companies that have announced significant layoffs this year with AI as a stated factor.

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A new affordable smartphone brand is coming to India

According to a new rumor, a new smartphone brand will be launched in India in the near future. This won't be a new company, but instead it's actually Fire-Boltt expanding into the smartphone market. Fire-Boltt held 9.7% of the Indian smartw

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What’s new in Android’s June 2026 Google System Updates [U]

The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while othe

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OpenAI launches new initiative to help find and patch open source bugs

OpenAI is using AI to help the open source community better protect itself.

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WhatsApp phishing attack uses fake business docs to hack PCs

An ongoing malware campaign is targeting WhatsApp users in multiple countries with deceptive messages that push VBScript files, leading to remote system access. [...]

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Meta is 'pausing' employee tracking program after it let the whole company see sensitive data

This won't make the already-controversial AI training endeavor any more popular.

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iPhone 18 Pro camera upgrade 'confirmed' by another rumor

According to one of the most prolific and well-known tipsters on Weibo, the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro will get the much-rumored main camera upgrade. Actually, he says it's "confirmed". This upgrade basically means the main camera module will b

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Honor launches Earbuds 5e with adaptive 52dB ANC, LHDC 5.0, AI features & 45h battery life

Honor announced the Earbuds 5e in China today, launching the new audio hardware alongside its X80 Pro Max smartphone. Honor Earbuds 5e Specifications The earbuds use a standard semi-in-ear design with a stem. They weigh 4 grams each and hav

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JaredFromSubway MEV bot hacked in $15 million crypto theft

The JaredFromSubway Ethereum MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) bot suffered a $15 million loss after an attacker manipulated the opportunity-detection logic by creating fake cryptocurrency trading opportunities. [...]

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New supply chain report claims the iPhone Ultra will be unveiled as scheduled

Last week, a report from Apple's supply chain indicated that the iPhone Ultra would be delayed. This was quickly shot down by a leaker over on Weibo, and today there's a new supply chain report that backs that up. According to an unnamed so

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Google Health 5.02 rolls out: Expanded stats view, Hourly activity, & more [U]

Google Health’s work to address issues and make improvements to the redesigned Android and iOS app continues today with version 5.02.

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FFmpeg fixes PixelSmash flaw in widely used video decoder

A newly disclosed FFmpeg flaw dubbed 'PixelSmash' could be exploited for remote code execution on Jellyfin servers under certain conditions, and can also trigger a denial-of-service condition in applications like Kodi, Emby, Nextcloud, Phot

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Microsoft and Chevron plan one of the largest gas-powered data center projects in US

Microsoft inked a 20-year power purchase agreement with Chevron, locking in decades of carbon emissions from a new natural gas power plant.

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iOS 27 beta 2 is out now, here's what's new

Spoiler: It's more Siri stuff.

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AI chipmaker Groq confirms $650M raise, re-staffs after Nvidia’s $20B not-acqui-hire deal

What does an AI company do after one of those not-acqui-hire deals? Groq raised money, is leaning into its neocloud business, and is hiring new execs.

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Nvidia wants to cut data center water use, but that’s not the same as fixing AI’s water problem

Nvidia announced a new cooling system that cuts water use inside the data center. But it does nothing to address AI's biggest water use — fossil fuel power plants.

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FortiBleed campaign used custom FortiGate sniffer to steal credentials

Security firm SOCRadar says the large-scale FortiBleed campaign targeting Fortinet FortiGate devices used custom sniffers to harvest authentication secrets from compromised firewalls and steal credentials. [...]

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OpenAI signs one of its largest enterprise deals with Samsung Electronics

Samsung and OpenAI have formed a partnership around semiconductor manufacturing - Samsung is one of OpenAI's AI chip suppliers. But their most recent partnership goes beyond that. Samsung signed a deal with OpenAI and is making ChatGPT Ente

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Zotac ZBOX CI471 nano is a fanless mini PC with Intel Wildcat Lake

Zotac quietly unveiled a new fanless desktop computer with an Intel Wildcat Lake processor inside during Computex earlier this month. The ZOTAC ZBOX CI471 nano has a body that looks virtually identical to the ZBOX CI600 nano series that Zot

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Gmktec launches Evo-X3 Mini PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB LPDDR5X RAM & OCuLink

Gmktec has released the Evo-X3 in China, a new mini PC that focuses heavily on local AI processing and high-capacity memory. The system is also scheduled for a global release on July 6th, pushed back slightly from an initially planned June

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Tata Electronics, a major tech supplier to Apple and Tesla, confirms data breach

The incident comes as Tata Electronics expands its role in global technology supply chains.

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Consumer Cellular's SpeakEasy launches for those over 75 with two special phones

Today, US MVNO Consumer Cellular announced the launch of SpeakEasy, which it bills as a standalone brand within its portfolio that is created specifically for seniors over the age of 75. SpeakEasy is built around the idea that "staying conn

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A new unpatchable flaw in Apple chips opens the door to an iPhone jailbreak

European offensive cybersecurity company Paradigm Shift released details of a flaw and a technique to exploit it that opens the door for hackers to unlock and break into older iPhones.

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Google DeepMind bets $75M on AI’s future in Hollywood with A24 deal

Google DeepMind and A24 are teaming up to build AI filmmaking tools.

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Ray-Ban Meta Optics review: A better fit comes with a higher price

The Ray-Ban Meta Optics lineup adds a premium fit and a few extra features, but comes with a higher price.

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Valve’s Steam Machine launches for $1049 and up (in limited quantities)

Valve’s Steam Deck is probably the most successful handheld gaming PC to date. Now Valve is expanding its hardware ambitions with the launch of a mini PC made for gaming. But there are a bunch of reasons to expect that the company’s first d

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Anthropic says Claude may want to see your ID

Claude's chatbot may ask to verify your age and identity "in certain circumstances," such as with a passport or driver's license, according to a privacy policy change.

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Uber's board sued for alleged poor oversight that led to sexual abuse of its passengers

Uber's shareholders have filed a lawsuit against the ride-sharing giant.

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Valve's Steam Machine starts at $1,049 with 512GB storage and no controller

Valve's Steam Machine will cost well over $1,000, and that's without a controller.

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Microsoft says Windows 11 26H2 is coming soon, details upgrade process

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 version 26H2 will be the next feature update and that devices running Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 will be able to upgrade using a small enablement package. [...]

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Amazon is testing Alexa+ in India with Hindi support

Amazon is planning to increase the footprint of its new conversational AI assistant Alexa+ to India and is inviting users in the country to test out a Hindi-language version.

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Microsoft fixes AutoGen Studio flaw that enabled code execution

A vulnerability chain dubbed AutoJack in Microsoft's AutoGen Studio interface for prototyping AI agents could let attackers manipulate an agent into executing arbitrary commands on its host system simply by visiting a malicious webpage. [..

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A24 takes on Google money to build AI tools

A24 is taking $75 million in Google money to help build AI tools for movie production.

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Tesla in autopilot crashed into Texas home, killing one

One woman is dead after a Tesla with "an automated driving assistance system" engaged crashed into a home in Katy, Texas.

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'Fungalpunk' RPG Signet City isn't afraid to be weird and political

Gareth Damian Martin drew on diverse inspirations for Signet City, from horror manga to a musical from Sting.

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Instagram for TV is now available on Samsung TVs in the US

Instagram's TV app is expanding to Samsung TVs in the US, half a year after it launched for Amazon Fire TV devices.

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A Glimpse into the “Search Your Target” Market for Stolen Credentials

Attackers no longer need to sift through massive credential dumps. They can pay others to do it for them. Flare explores how an emerging underground market searches stolen credential databases for specific companies, domains, and accounts.

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Honor X80 Pro Max sets Guinness World Record in battery life – 26+ hours

Guinness World Listing today revealed that the Honor X80 Pro Max has set a record in battery life by running for 26 hours, 8 minutes, and 34 seconds straight away. All the credit goes to the Chinese tech giant’s ultimate battery technology

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Honor Earbuds 5e debuts with deep noise cancellation, 45-hour battery

Honor today introduced the most affordable earphones for its consumers in China – Earbuds 5e. The newly launched audio wearable promises deep noise cancellation at the in-ear level and 45 hours of battery life, offering an iconic experience

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Honor X80 Pro Max is first phone to offer 2-year free screen replacement

Honor X80 Pro Max comes with various amazing features though the most fascinating one is the screen replacement, which is absolutely free for two years. The all-new PRO MAX is the first smartphone in the industry to offer such a service. Mo

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AryStinger botnet infected thousands of D-Link routers worldwide

A previously undocumented malware botnet named AryStinger has compromised more than 4,000 outdated routers to turn them into proxies for malicious traffic. [...]

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New Prinz Eugen ransomware prioritizes recent files for encryption

A new ransomware operation named 'Prinz Eugen' prioritizes recently modified files for encryption and leaves no ransom note on the system. [...]

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Microsoft links Mastra AI supply chain attack to North Korean hackers

Microsoft has attributed a recent Mastra AI supply chain attack that compromised more than 140 npm packages to the North Korean hacking group Sapphire Sleet, also known as BlueNoroff. [...]

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Klue OAuth breach victim list grows as Icarus hackers claim attack

Market intelligence platform Klue has publicly confirmed a recent security incident that allowed threat actors to steal OAuth tokens used to connect to customers' Salesforce environments, as the new "Icarus" extortion group publicly claims

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PineVoice smart speaker is now available for $50 (Home Assistant speaker with RISC-V processor and mic kill switch)

More than two years after introducing a hacker-friendly smart speaker, Pine64 is now taking orders for its answer to the Amazon Echo, Google Home, and Apple HomePod line of devices. The PineVoice* smart speaker has a lot of the features you

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8849 Tank 5 smartphone has a 220 lumen projector, MTK 9400e processor, and a massive battery

The 8849 Tank line of smartphones are rugged devices meant for outdoor use. But that doesn’t just mean they have thick, sturdy bodies that help protect against dust, water, and drops. They also tend to have massive batteries for multiple da

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Radiant Monitor 2 is a sunlight-visible portable monitor with a transflective LCD display

The Radiant Monitor 2 is a portable monitor with a 15.6 inch, 1920 x 1080 pixel, 60 Hz LED backlit touchscreen display. But what sets it apart from most portable monitors is that it has a transflective LCD display. That means that you can u

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GMK EVO-X3 mini PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and up to 128GB RAM launches this month

The GMK EVO-X3 is a compact workstation with a 16-core, 32-thread processor, discrete-class integrated graphics, and plenty of I/O including an OCuLink port for an external PCIe 4.0 connection to a graphics dock or other add-ons. First reve

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Orange Pi 6 single-board PC has a 12-core CIX P1 processor and two 2.5 GbE LAN ports

The Orange Pi 6 is a single-board computer that measures 90 x 90mm (3.54″ x 3.54″) and features a high-performance 12-core Arm-based processor that delivers up to 45 TOPS of on-device AI processing performance. Launching more than half a ye

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Gigabyte introduces BRIX mini PCs with Intel Panther Lake

Gigabyte is introducing three new mini PCs with Intel Core Ultra (Series 3) Panther Lake chips inside. Available with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H 16-core mobile processor, the little computers may not have the discrete-class graphics y

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GPD Box mini PC with Intel Panther Lake (and MCIO 8i) hits Indiegogo for $1500 and up (crowdfunding)

The GPD Box is a mini PC with an Intel Panther Lake processor and two options for delivering discrete-class graphics performance. One model has an MCIO 8i port that provides a high-speed PCIe 5.0 x8 connection for external graphics docks li

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Lilbits: Android 17 released, Microsoft Surface with Snapdragon X2, and a phone-like LoRa dev kit

Google is now rolling out Android 17 to select Pixel phones, and the operating system will be available for additional devices soon. Some of the more noticeable changes include a new system for multitasking that will let you run apps in flo

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Dell XPS 13 now available for $700 and up

The new Dell XPS 13 may be one of the most interesting Windows laptops introduced so far this year, because it’s not only an affordable laptop that’s positioned as Dell’s answer to Apple’s MacBook Neo, but it’s also a thin and light noteboo

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Commodore Callback 8020 is a distraction-free flip phone that runs Linux-based Sailfish OS with support for (some) Android apps

The Commodore Callback 8020 is a new phone that’s up for pre-order for $500 and which is expected to ship before the end of 2026. But it looks like a flip-phone from the early 2000s, and that’s intentional. Positioned as a distraction-free

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MSI Cubi NUC TWG is an Intel Twin Lake mini PC with active and passive cooling options

The MSI Cubi NUC TWG is a small, low-power desktop computer that measures 135.6 x 112.6 x 40.1mm (5.34″ x 4.43″ x 1.58″), features dual Ethernet ports and support for up to three displays, and come with Intel N150 and Intel N250 Twin Lake p

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UP WCL is a Raspberry Pi-sized PC with up to Intel Core 7 350 Wildcat Lake

The UP WCL is a credit card-sized computer from AAEON that’s about the same size and shape as a Raspberry Pi Model B. But this model has an Intel Wildcat Lake processor instead of an Arm chip, support for up to 24GB of onboard LPDDR5 memory

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Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a $400 Android tablet with a 12.1 inch screen and a BIG speaker

The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is an Android tablet that’s clearly made for media consumption. It has a 12.1 inch, 2560 x 1600 pixel, 120 Hz display with up to 800 nits brightness and support for Dolby Vision and HDR 10. And there’s also a massi

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MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is a gaming handheld with Intel Arc G3 Extreme

When Intel introduced its new Arc G3 and G3 Extreme chips for handheld gaming PCs this week, the company said we could expect to see devices from Acer, ONEXPLAYER and MSI powered by those processors. Sure enough, Acer and ONEXPLAYER have bo

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MINIX introduces a budget mini PC with Intel Wildcat Lake inside

The MINIX N304-AI is a compact desktop computer with 16GB of LPDDR5x-6400 onboard memory, a 512GB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD, support for up to three displays, and dual Gigabit Ethernet ports. MINIX hasn’t announced how much the new system will c

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ONEXPLAYER X2 Mini Pro handheld gaming PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 388 hits Indiegogo for $2466 and up

The ONEXPLAYER X2 Mini Pro is a handheld game console with an 8.8 inch, 1920 x 1200 pixel, 30 -144 Hz AMOLED display, detachable controllers, and the most powerful graphics currently available for a device this size. But with an AMD Strix H

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Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge is a thin, light, (and expensive) laptop with Snapdragon X2 Elite

The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge is a laptop with a 16 inch, 2880 x 1800 pixel, 120 Hz AMOLED touchscreen display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite (X2E-88-100) processor. It’s also the lightest weight of Samsung’s Galaxy Book6 series laptops, c

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