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The Summer Splash game collection will remain active until July 16. Pictured: Steam Deck running Abzu. (Image source: Steam and Humble Bundle - edited)

Deal | $164 worth of games playable on Steam Deck drop to $12 on Humble Bundle

There's a new game collection on Humble Bundle. Called Summer Splash, it has eight games that bring summer vibes. They have a total value of $164, but on the platform, the entire bundle can be bought for as low as $12.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jul 2025 08:37

Several retro titles and new indie games are also part of the monthly drop. (Image Source: Activision)

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 leads the Game Pass' July drop

Xbox Game Pass is rolling out a diverse lineup of games for July 2025, including the highly anticipated Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 remake. Other returning hits include Rise of the Tomb Raider, High On Life, and cyberpunk shooter T...

Nitisha Upadhye, 03 Jul 2025 08:06

Palworld screenshot showing characters fighting a floating eyeball with sharp teeth

Steam Summer Sale and a hyper-popular indie game collab boost Pokemon's controversial rival to 6-month high

Palworld's Terraria collaboration, along with a sizeable Steam Sale, has resulted in a massive spike in the game's concurrent player count, bringing it back up to a six-month player high. The new update added a wealth of content, ...

Julian van der Merwe, 03 Jul 2025 06:00

A combination of a new update and a limited-time discount makes the Logitech G Cloud worth buying now (Image source: Logitech)

Deal | New major update makes Logitech's PlayStation Portal alternative worth buying now that it's on sale

The Logitech G Cloud is nearing its third year anniversary, and a major update has made the cloud streaming handheld a much better device than it was at launch. Combine that with a discount on Amazon, and the G Cloud is worth cons...

Habeeb Onawole, 03 Jul 2025 03:20

Antank S3 Max TV Dock Station for Switch 2 (Image source: Antank)

USB-C port testing explains why a third-party Nintendo Switch 2 dock won't work with console

A new analysis suggests that the USB-C port on the Nintendo Switch 2 intentionally blocks third-party docks. Only one known accessory sends the correct coded message to enable power and video delivery. Some gamers seek a more affo...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Jul 2025 02:04

AMD's new 9000 series of Ryzen Threadripper chips ranges from a 12-core part to a 96-core monster. (PRO SKU pictured. Image source: AMD)

64-core AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X becomes fastest desktop CPU on PassMark

One of AMD’s new Shimada Peak Threadrippers has appeared on the PassMark benchmark, where it performed more than admirably in CPU Mark. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X desktop CPU utilized its 64 cores to churn out a multithread ...

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Jul 2025 02:02

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 16 vs Legion Pro 7i 16: We reviewed both

We've tested the 16-inch variant sof both the Legion Pro 5 and the Legion Pro 7. The Pro 7 is considerably more expensive, so what are the differences? We'll clarify and also take a look at our benchmark results.

Christian Hintze, 03 Jul 2025 00:39

Pictured - the Casio MTG-B4000B-1A2, the more expensive model out of the two watches being launched in the US. (Image source: Casio)

New Casio carbon-steel hybrid MTG-B4000 watches finally available for purchase in the US

Casio's MTGB4000 watches are now available in the US, featuring a carbon-metal frame, solar charging, Multi-Band 6, and Bluetooth. Two variants are launching at $1,250 and $1,350 on G-Shock’s site.

Anubhav Sharma, 02 Jul 2025 23:25

We review the camera kit for the Vivo X200 Ultra (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Vivo X200 Ultra: The ultimate smartphone camera kit with Zeiss teleconverter reviewed

With the PGYTECH Photography Kit, one of the best camera phones of 2025 can be transformed into a compact camera. We take a closer look at this accessory for the Vivo X200 Ultra. Read our hands-on review to find out if it's worth ...

Marcus Herbrich, 02 Jul 2025 23:21

The Magic V5 should edge the Oppo Find N5 on performance thanks to its 8-core Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, former pictured. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic V5 foldable now available as direct import

The Magic V5 matches the new Vivo X Fold5 as the world's lightest foldable at just 217 g. Also slimmed down to 8.8 mm for its latest release, the new Magic V features a larger battery, upgraded cameras, brighter displays and Qualc...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 23:15

The electric R1T Limited Edition California Dune (Image source: Rivian)

Rivian July lease deal: $6500 down payment bonus plus $7,500 EV credit

Rivian has revealed its deal for July; the company is offering $6,500 in down payment for the new 2025 R1S or R1T Tri-Motor, including the California Dune. Buyers can combine the promo with the $7,500 federal EV credit in the Noth...

David Odejide, 02 Jul 2025 22:46

Die R11 Ultra ist ab sofort erhältlich (Bildquelle: Rollme)

R11 Ultra smart ring with display launches for just $50

The R11 Ultra is a new smart ring that can record various health metrics but also show certain information on a small display. The wearable is waterproof and advertised with various health features.

Silvio Werner, 02 Jul 2025 22:40

Bone Biologics files patent for novel bone regeneration technology

Bone Biologics, a developer of advanced orthobiologic products, has filed a U.S. patent application for its NELL-1 protein technology. This novel approach aims to improve the success rates of spinal fusion surgery and address sign...

Chibuike Okpara, 02 Jul 2025 22:39

Google reduces the battery life of some Pixel 6a units via software update (Image source: Google / iFixit)

"Battery update from hell" to hit Google Pixel 6a on July 8, Google offers compensation

Google is significantly reducing the battery life and charging performance of select Pixel 6a devices via a mandatory update for Android 16. Users who are affected by these "battery optimizations" may be entitled to compensation.

Hannes Brecher, 02 Jul 2025 22:02

The new Garmin Course Planner will join the existing Courses feature (pictured). (Image source: Garmin via YouTube)

Garmin could launch new Course Planner feature for smartwatch users

Rumors suggest that a new Course Planner feature could be released for users of the brand's smartwatches. Said to be coming to the Garmin Connect app, it could be useful for endurance athletes. A report indicates that it will allo...

Polly Allcock, 02 Jul 2025 22:02

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer standing in front of Xbox backdrop (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Update: Microsoft denies rumor that Phil Spencer is retiring as CEO after new Xbox console launches

(Update: Rumor refuted by Microsoft) Some fans think Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer deserves blame for the latest Xbox job cuts. While his role remains the same, he may exit the company following the next Xbox console launch. O...

Adam Corsetti, 02 Jul 2025 22:00

Moondrop is refreshing the particularly affordable Space Travel TWS (Image source: Moondrop)

Moondrop Space Travel 2 launch with beryllium drivers, ANC and Bluetooth 6.0 for $29

The Moondrop Space Travel 2 promise good sound through particularly large dynamic drivers, active noise cancellation and Bluetooth 6.0 at an exceptionally low price. Moondrop sells its latest truly wireless earbuds for just $29.99...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Jul 2025 21:40

CS: Legacy might get delayed (image source: @CSLegacyGame on X)

The Counter-Strike 1.6 remake, CS: Legacy, runs into legal troubles with Valve

The Counter-Strike 1.6 Source engine remake has run into a legal hurdle. Its developers promise they're working with Valve to resolve the issue, and that its early access window might have to be pushed to 2026 as a result.

Anil Ganti, 02 Jul 2025 21:30

The Xiaomi 15S Pro is one of the best smartphones of 2025. (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Verdict on the Xiaomi 15S Pro: One of the best smartphones in 2025

In our review, the Xiaomi 15S Pro proves to be one of the best smartphones currently available. We took the Xiaomi smartphone on a trip and shot some photos with the Leica cameras, revealing the high-end phone's potential in photo...

Marcus Herbrich, 02 Jul 2025 21:13

North Korea is said to have operated numerous laptop farms in the US. (Image source: Micha Brändli)

Over 100 US companies infiltrated by North Korean workers, raids seize 29 "laptop farms"

The U.S. Department of Justice has confirmed that raids were recently carried out at a total of 29 North Korean "laptop farms" operating in 16 US states. As part of the operation, 29 bank accounts and 21 fraudulent websites have b...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Jul 2025 21:11

E Ink has developed a laptop trackpad with an integrated E Ink touchscreen. (Image source: E Ink)

E Ink touchpad for laptops changes design at the touch of a button

E Ink has developed an innovative laptop trackpad with an integrated E Ink touchscreen. E Ink's extremely low power consumption allows design of the trackpad to be customized without reducing battery life. The display can also sho...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Jul 2025 21:10

Aito M6 tipped to launch as EV with next-gen Sodium New Energy battery

The Aito M9 is an electric vehicle with an advanced silicon-carbon (SiC) battery rated to have an energy density of up to 200 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg). Its successor might be even more powerful thanks to cutting-edge sodium...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2025 20:48

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver version 567.88 is the first to officially support the RTX 5050 GPU (image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia's latest driver update adds RTX 5050 Support & DLSS 4 for Mecha BREAK, Diablo IV

Nvidia's latest driver update offers a mix of bug fixes, DLSS4 support for certain titles and is also the first to support its recently unveiled RTX 5050 GPU

Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jul 2025 20:34

Artist render of AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU. (Image source: AMD)

Radeon RX 9070 XT now beats RTX 5070 Ti thanks to latest driver update

The latest Adrenalin driver update has brought some performance improvements for the RX 9070 XT, now giving it an edge over the RTX 5070 Ti. Perfect timing as the GPU is now starting to come back down to its actual MSRP of $600.

Vineet Washington, 02 Jul 2025 20:29

The MagicX Zero 40 is still available for $75 globally. (Image source: MagicX)

MagicX Zero 40 impresses in initial reviews after surprise early release

The MagicX Zero 40 is one of the only retro gaming handhelds designed to emulate Nintendo DS and vertical arcade games. Available for $75, the new Android-based handheld has earned praise from reviewers thanks to its comfortable d...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 20:09

Jmgo has launched the PicoPlay and PicoPlay+ projectors (pictured) worldwide. (Image source: Jmgo, edited)

Jmgo launches new PicoPlay portable projectors globally with discount

Jmgo has released two new portable projectors worldwide: the PicoPlay and the PicoPlay+. These are said to offer up to 450 ISO lumens brightness, throwing images with a 1080p resolution. Features include Google TV, an integrated b...

Polly Allcock, 02 Jul 2025 20:04

The XF35H is Game Console's attempt to capture some of the success of the Anbernic RG35XX H. (Image source: Game Console)

Game Console XF35H: New budget retro gaming handheld released to undercut Anbernic RG35XX H

The Anbernic RG35XX H remains a popular option for retro gamers. In response, Game Console has started selling the XF35H with broadly the same features as Anbernic's 3.5-inch gaming handheld but at a significantly cheaper price.

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 20:04

The Redmi Note 15, Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 16 series are tipped to all arrive during the second half of this year, Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Leaker delivers insights into Redmi Note 15, Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 16 release schedules

A reliable leaker has offered a few insights into the state of Xiaomi's Redmi Note 15, Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 16 smartphone series. While the likes of the Redmi Note 15 Pro and Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus are expected to land first, the ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 19:59

TCL's new Real RGB OLED. (Image source: TCL)

Real RGB OLED backed to redefine 2K resolutions for smartphones

Real RGB OLED is thought to become the latest display buzzword for next-gen Android flagships such as the Xiaomi 16 Pro, Redmi K90 Pro and Vivo X300 Pro. It is now backed to deliver improved sharpness and clarity at 2K to these de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2025 19:59

Counter-Strike 2, game teaser pictured, continues to be home to a thriving Steam Marketplace economy (image source: Valve)

Steam game "Plumbers Legacy" faked CS2 skins to scam unsuspecting traders, collectors

Counter-Strike 2 players have recently had to contend with one of the most convincing scams ever to target traders and collectors alike.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jul 2025 19:58

Honor has opted for Intel's Arrow Lake platform rather than the company's more efficient Lunar Lake architecture with this new laptop, pictured. (Image source: Honor)

MagicBook Art 14: Honor releases new 14-inch laptop with three major upgrades from last year's model

Honor has refreshed the MagicBook Art 14 for 2025. Appropriately called the MagicBook Art 14 2025, the new 14-inch laptop replaces last year's x86-based model with upgrades in three major areas.

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 19:54

8BitDo has announced some of its controllers now have SteamOS compatibility. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo announces its controllers now have Steam (SteamOS) compatibility

8BitDo says its controllers are now compatible with Steam/SteamOS. The announcement specifically mentions three models and advises users to update their controllers and Steam client to the latest version.

Habeeb Onawole, 02 Jul 2025 19:37

The Nintendo Switch 2 uses Game Key Cards as physical licenses for games that then need to be downloaded over the internet (image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa skirts Switch 2 game key card query at AGM

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa recently avoided providing exact figures about the Nintendo Switch 2’s Game Key Card sales and did not respond to user feedback about them at an AGM while highlighting them as an option for pub...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jul 2025 19:34

Microsoft lays off 9000 employees, Xbox division hit hard

Microsoft is cutting 9000 more jobs as part of a major restructuring, with its Xbox and gaming divisions among the hardest hit. The layoffs mark another major workforce reduction as the company seeks to streamline operations despi...

Andrew Sozinov, 02 Jul 2025 19:33

Galaxy S25 Ultra (Pictured) features a 5,000 mAh battery with 45W wired charging. (Image source: Amazon)

Galaxy S26 series may get improved battery protection tech, theoretically allowing larger capacity and faster charging

While Samsung may not hit the 6,000 mAh battery capacity number enabled by Silicon-Carbon tech, some key upgrades may be coming to the Galaxy S26 series. Theoretically, these upgrades should allow for larger capacity and faster ch...

Vineet Washington, 02 Jul 2025 19:28

Artist's impression of Starlink satellites. (Image source: SpaceX)

Starlink satellites appear to be threatened by the Sun's activity cycles

Starlink satellites appear to be affected by the Sun's cycles, causing them to wear out and fall into the atmosphere at an increased rate.

Alexis Stegmann, 02 Jul 2025 19:09

Casio is expected to produce only 500 units of the MRG-B5000HT. (Image credit: @geesgshock on Instagram)

New limited-edition Casio G-Shock MR-G "Hammer Tone" watch spotted in Europe

Casio’s upcoming MRG-B5000HT-1 has been spotted in Europe, giving us our first real look at the watch. The new MRG-B5000HT-1 brings traditional Japanese hammering technique, tsuiki, to the iconic square MR-G design for the very fi...

Kristen Spradlin, 02 Jul 2025 19:00

The Anker Nano 100 W USB-C GaN charger has foldable prongs (Image source: Anker)

Deal | Anker’s 100 W USB-C Nano GaN charger with 6-ft cable gets limited-time 33% discount on Amazon

Anker’s Nano USB-C 100 W GaN charger is currently reduced by 33% at Amazon. Consumers in the US can take advantage of this limited-time Amazon deal. The wall charger has a single USB-C port and delivers a maximum output of 100 W....

Abhinav Fating, 02 Jul 2025 18:40

Intel Nova Lake generation could offer sweet performance gains over Arrow Lake-S. (Image Source: Intel)

Intel Nova Lake Core Ultra 400 tipped to offer 10% higher single-thread and 60% gains in multi-thread, will be the first desktop part to feature new low-power island cores

A recent leak suggests that Intel's upcoming Nova Lake Core Ultra 400 series processors could offer up to 10% higher single-thread and 60% higher multi-threaded performance purportedly in comparison with Arrow Lake-S. Nova Lake-S ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Jul 2025 18:38

The PS6 release date is still years away, according to Sony PlayStation console architect

The lead designer of popular PlayStation consoles isn't in a rush to debut the PS6. In a new interview, Mark Cerny explains that PS5 Pro software enhancements, like FSR 4 upscaling, are his priority. Many analysts have projected a...

Adam Corsetti, 02 Jul 2025 18:20

A PlayStation 5 console and DualSense controller. (Image source: Pexels / Pascal)

PlayStation user claims permanent suspension despite zero moderation history, sparks outrage on Reddit

A PSN user says they were permanently banned despite a clean record, fueling fresh outrage over sudden account suspensions and how little recourse players really have.

Anmol Dubey, 02 Jul 2025 17:50

Tesla announces delivery of 384,000 vehicles in Q2 2025, a 13.5% YoY drop in sales

Tesla just announced on X that it produced 410,244 vehicles in the second quarter of 2025 and sold 384,122. This marks a significant drop in sales compared to the second quarter of 2024.

Chibuike Okpara, 02 Jul 2025 17:49

MSI GeForce RTX 5060 Ti Ventus 2x OC Plus 16 GB (Left) and 8 GB (Right) variants. (Image source: Mindfactory, edited)

AMD and Nvidia GPUs with 16 GB VRAM significantly outselling 8 GB SKUs

Despite what AMD and Nvidia claim, most gamers prefer higher VRAM GPUs. A German retailer is seeing significantly higher sales for 16 GB VRAM cards compared to their 8 GB VRAM counterparts.

Vineet Washington, 02 Jul 2025 17:48

Baseus has released the EnerCore CJ21 Retractable Charger 67W USB-C (pictured) in Europe. (Image source: Baseus)

Baseus releases new 67W Fast Charger with dual retractable cables

Baseus has launched a new accessory, the EnerCore CJ21 Retractable Charger 67W USB-C, in Europe. Also listed at the brand’s online store in the US, this device allows you to charge three devices via two integrated cables and a USB...

Polly Allcock, 02 Jul 2025 17:35

Xiaomi’s 65W Power Dock is expected to launch in more markets. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 65W Power Dock on the way to more countries

Xiaomi has listed the 65W Power Dock on its global website, pointing to a wider rollout of this accessory. It is already available in Taiwan, where it is known as the 5W GaN extension cable. Features include multiple AC outputs, t...

Polly Allcock, 02 Jul 2025 17:32

Upcoming Epic Games Store free games revealed ahead of schedule

Epic Games Store will officially unveil the third giveaway for July 2025 soon. Ahead of the official reveal, MeguminShiro, a reliable leaker, has revealed two of the upcoming free games that are set to be available from July 10 to...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Jul 2025 17:11

The Casio GW-5000HS-1 (left), the Seiko Prospex SRPL53K1 (top right), and the Citizen Promaster Mechanical GMT watch (bottom right). (Image source: Casio, Seiko, Citizen)

Casio vs Seiko vs Citizen: Which Japanese timepiece is right for you, and why?

CheckMag Casio, Seiko, and Citizen define Japan’s watch scene. Casio gives you rugged value, Seiko blends heritage with mechanical craft, and Citizen delivers solar-powered precision. Learn what sets each apart and which brand fits your ne...

Anubhav Sharma, 02 Jul 2025 17:03

Tesla Autopilot safety statistics. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla reveals how it trains FSD for edge cases as Xiaomi CEO praises the self-driving system

Tesla is planning to release an FSD version with 5x the parameters of its current FSD 12 generation later this year. It has now revealed how it trained FSD for edge cases before delivering the unsupervised robotaxi version.

Daniel Zlatev, 02 Jul 2025 16:57

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