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Acer Predator Triton AI 14 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Battle of the compact powerhouses - Acer Predator Triton vs. Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 & Razer Blade 14

Acer's Predator Triton AI 14 wants to compete with the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 and the Razer Blade 14. Our review of the Triton revealed some drawbacks, so can the overall package actually compete with the established rivals?

Andreas Osthoff, 13 Jan 2026 00:42

The Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition features a centred 'Force Pad' and keys with 1.5 mm of travel. (Image source: Lenovo)

Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition: Lenovo releases new laptop with 1,100 nit OLED display

Lenovo has started selling the Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition with Intel Panther Lake, 32 GB of RAM and a 75 Wh battery. Also packing a 1,110 nit OLED display, the new 14-inch laptop is missing its top-end Core Ultra X9 388H proc...

Alex Alderson, 13 Jan 2026 00:29

"Trying to help consumers" - Micron VP attempts to justify abandoning gamers for AI gold rush, says enterprise demand too lucrative to ignore

In a recent interview, a VP at Micron has shed light on the company's decision of withdrawing from the consumer storage and memory market by pulling the plug on its Crucial brand. While the AI gold rush is undeniably lucrative for...

Sambit Saha, 12 Jan 2026 23:45

The Arcadeboy turns a Game Boy into an arcade machine with 12-inch screen (Image source: Chris Fletcher)

Arcadeboy turns Nintendo Game Boy into arcade machine with 12.1-inch display

What if the Nintendo Game Boy hadn’t been designed as a gaming handheld, but as a compact arcade machine? The engineer Christopher Fletcher now answers this question with the so-called Arcadeboy, an arcade machine that’s based on ...

Hannes Brecher, 12 Jan 2026 23:20

The Fujifilm X half might soon launch in a white color version (Image source: Fujifilm)

Leak unveils white Fujifilm X half compact camera with 1-inch sensor and film camera mode

The Fujifilm X half compact camera with a 1-inch sensor, portrait format display, optical viewfinder, and unusual film camera mode is reportedly launching in a white color variant. Initial images now reveal the design of the lates...

Hannes Brecher, 12 Jan 2026 23:08

The Milk-V Titan is an interesting RISC-V board for dedicated graphics cards (Image source: Milk-V)

Milk-V Titan: New RISC-V Mini-ITX board offers support for dGPU and 64GB ECC RAM

The Milk-V Titan is a pretty unusual motherboard that is intended to impress with high computing power and also supports PCIe expansion cards. The RISC-V board is already available for purchase.

Silvio Werner, 12 Jan 2026 22:54

85-inch Sony Bravia 7 Mini LED TV front shown (Image source: Sony with edits)

Deal | The huge 85-inch Sony Bravia 7 Mini LED QLED TV is incredibly bright for a record low sale price

Mini LED TVs are a sensible choice for buyers without the perfect setup for an OLED panel. The 85-inch Sony Bravia 7 is a large flat-panel option that doesn’t compromise picture quality. Along with ample brightness, the Sony TV on...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Jan 2026 22:54

GOG's new owner says Steam is winning due to ease of use, not quality, while criticizing the platform for releasing hundreds of games daily that are "not super high quality"

Steam continues to dominate the PC gaming market in both players and revenue, but GOG’s new owner believes its success comes down to convenience, not content quality. He says GOG plans to compete by focusing on a curated library o...

Abdul Haddi, 12 Jan 2026 22:45

The Nomad N1 is a flat solid-state power bank with AC outlet (Image source: Nomad)

Nomad N1: World's thinnest solid-state power bank with AC outlet launches

The Nomad N1 is a new power bank that comes in a rather unusual form factor. This specific design should be particularly practical for travelers.

Silvio Werner, 12 Jan 2026 22:39

Key visual for My Hero Academia: All’s Justice showing Izuku Midoriya reaching forward with glowing energy effects and the release date 02 June 2026. (Source: YouTube)

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice fighting game gets cinematic trailer ahead of PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC launch

Bandai Namco has released a new cinematic trailer for My Hero Academia: All’s Justice, a 3v3 fighting game based on the manga’s final arc. Developed by Byking, the game launches in February 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S,...

Praneeta, 12 Jan 2026 22:35

The limited edition Red Bull and Tetris gaming handheld by My Arcade (image source: eBay)

This Red Bull can that plays Tetris is already worth nearly triple its original asking price

Red Bull’s quietly released, limited-edition Tetris handheld, disguised as an energy drink can and capped at 10,000 units, has already tripled in value on resale sites after selling out within days. With its quirky 1.55-inch scree...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Jan 2026 22:16

The latest Zenbook Duo still features a built-in stand for an elaborate dual-screen mode. (Image source: Asus)

Zenbook Duo: Asus releases new dual-screen laptop with 1,000 nit OLED displays

Asus has quietly released the Zenbook Duo UX8407 after showcasing the dual-screen laptop last week during CES 2026. Equipped with 1,000 nit OLED displays, 32 GB of RAM and a 99 Wh battery, the new Zenbook Duo also surpasses its 20...

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2026 21:33

The Titan 2 Elite doesn't look quite as bulky as the Titan 2. (Image source: Unihertz)

Titan 2 Elite: New BlackBerry alternative is curved and less beefy

New hope for BlackBerry fans: Unihertz is launching a new Android smartphone with a physical keyboard, making it potentially suitable for quickly typing longer texts. However, Unihertz is no longer the only manufacturer addressing...

Silvio Werner, 12 Jan 2026 21:27

The Pixel 9a. (Image Source: Daniel Schmidt via Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel January 2026 update is now rolling out with bug fixes and improvements

Google has begun rolling out the January 2026 update for Pixel devices running Android 16. The update focuses on bug fixes and stability improvements, including display, battery, and performance-related fixes across several Pixel ...

Abdul Haddi, 12 Jan 2026 21:23

It remains to be seen how much the DJI Avata 360 weighs for now. (Image source: via Igor Bogdanov)

DJI Avata 360 showcasing in new leak with Antigravity A1 surpassing feature

The DJI Avata 360 is fast approaching. The long-rumoured rival to the Antigravity A1, the Avata 360 has now been pictured with a key feature that the Antigravity A1 lacks. Consequently, the DJI Avata 360 should be usable as both a...

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2026 20:57

A screengrab from Super Mario 64's Dreamcast port (image source: Video Game Esoterica)

New Super Mario 64 Dreamcast port outshines original N64 version with sharper 480p visuals

A new homebrew port of Super Mario 64 brings Nintendo’s classic platformer natively to the Sega Dreamcast, running at full speed in crisp 480p thanks to extensive decompilation and optimization work. Developed over several years b...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Jan 2026 20:21

The controversial Menaslide Goddess Soldier artwork for Lords of the Fallen 2 (image source: CI Games)

Lords of the Fallen 2 devs deny copying Elden Ring: Nightreign’s Wylder

Developers of Lords of the Fallen 2 have rejected accusations that their new Menaslide Soldier enemy plagiarizes Elden Ring: Nightreign’s Wylder, presenting internal Slack logs and production timelines to argue the design predates...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Jan 2026 19:55

The Galaxy S27 Ultra could be the first of its kind to feature a new primary camera since the Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Ultra pictured. (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Leaker announces new Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra camera hardware with major upgrade planned

Samsung is set to release the Galaxy S27 Ultra with a significant camera upgrade to help it surpass the Galaxy S25 Ultra and this year's Galaxy S26 Ultra. The first change of its kind in four years, the new camera sensor may still...

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2026 19:39

AEKE K1 Smart Home Gym: A Gift That Replaces Guesswork With Real Progress

Finding a fitness gift that actually gets used is difficult. Most home workout equipment promises results but delivers confusion. The AEKE home gym takes a different approach.

Advertoria‏l, 12 Jan 2026 19:30

Govee’s Outdoor Filament String Lights (pictured) are on the way. (Image source: Govee)

Govee announces new smart outdoor string lights with four-color filament

The Govee Outdoor Filament String Lights are on the way to markets like the US and the EU. This new smart lighting product features transparent, globe-shaped bulbs, each with a four-color filament. Plus, the company has confirme...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jan 2026 19:22

The Samsung Music Studio 5 in white (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung's Music Studio 5 and Music Studio 7 will support Alexa+ and a smarter Bixby

Samsung’s Music Studio 5 and Music Studio 7 speakers will support Alexa+, Google Assistant, and Samsung’s Bixby, giving you more control over how you play and manage music at home. The speakers will also let you choose your prefer...

Antony Muchiri, 12 Jan 2026 19:18

A look at the Acemagic Board 3 Dual-C Retro Style on show during CES 2026 in Las Vegas. (Image source: Acemagic)

Retro Style: New AMD Gorgon Point mini-PC launching with Dreamcast and PlayStation 1 vibes

The Retro Style is one of the first mini-PCs to leverage AMD's Gorgon Point architecture. Also featuring up to 64 GB of RAM and a 4 TB SSD, the Retro Style wears its design inspirations on its sleeve too.

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2026 18:33

Acemagic has showcased two Intel Panther Lake-based mini-PCs so far, including the 'Performance Unleashed' pictured here. (Image source: TechPowerUp)

New Intel Panther Lake mini-PCs hope to surpass Apple Mac Studio with 120 W power and OCuLink eGPU support

Two Intel Panther Lake mini-PCs manufactured by Acemagic are on the horizon. Delivering up to a 120 W TDP with OCuLink expansion, one closely resembles the design of Apple's Mac Studio, too.

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2026 18:29

The Asus ROG Strix XG27UCG gaming monitor can hit a whopping 320 Hz refresh rate at 1080p. (Image source: Asus, edited)

Deal | ROG Strix XG27UCG: 27-inch IPS gaming monitor with 320 Hz refresh rate scores 24% price cut on Amazon

The Asus ROG Strix XG27UCG is a 27-inch 4K IPS gaming monitor with dual-mode functionality. This allows the monitor to switch between a high-resolution, and a high-speed setting. Thanks to an ongoing sale, the monitor can now be b...

Sambit Saha, 12 Jan 2026 18:18

Govee’s new Outdoor Cylinder Pathway Lights (pictured) have been listed on its Coming Soon page. (Image source: Govee)

High-brightness Govee outdoor pathway lights on the way

Govee has teased the upcoming Outdoor Cylinder Pathway Lights on its US website. This new smart lighting solution is said to offer a high level of brightness, with a range of white and colored lighting effects. Images of the unrel...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jan 2026 17:44

LPDDR5X memory shown above Switch 2 (Image source: Samsung, Nintendo of America with edits)

Nintendo President asked about Switch 2 price increase amid rising memory costs

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa provided clues about how the company will respond to higher memory prices. In the interview, he claims Nintendo is not immediately affected by changes in component costs. Nevertheless, the exec...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Jan 2026 17:37

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy S26 Ultra surpasses S25 Ultra on Geekbench despite underclocked Snapdragon chipset

The US model of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has surfaced on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Early benchmark results reveal the device outperforming the Galaxy S25 Ultra despite running at an underclocked freq...

Huzefa Baloch, 12 Jan 2026 17:30

A hacking forum got hacked. (Image source: AI generated by GPT-4o)

Hacker database gets hacked, leaks 324,000 accounts

In an ironic turn of events, a notorious hacking forum was hacked, resulting in a breach compromising roughly 324,000 accounts. Some of these accounts had public IP addresses tied to them, meaning that law enforcement could use th...

Sam Medley, 12 Jan 2026 17:28

NIO ET7 with 150 kWh solid-liquid battery. (Image source: NIO)

Solid‑state battery standardization initiative spurs first dedicated factory for 360 Wh/kg cells with 95% solid electrolyte

The first solid-state battery categorization and certification program now distinguishes between the levels of liquid remaining in the electrolyte. Solid-state batteries in the golden middle are now getting their first dedicated p...

Daniel Zlatev, 12 Jan 2026 17:21

Apple sold more smartphones than all its competitors in 2025. (Image source: Thai Nguyen)

Smartphone market 2025: Apple iPhone surpasses Samsung Galaxy as Nothing and Google see strong growth

In 2023 and 2024, Apple’s iPhone and Samsung’s Galaxy smartphones sold roughly the same number of units worldwide. However, according to the latest analysis by Counterpoint Research, Apple outperformed its South Korean rival in 20...

Hannes Brecher, 12 Jan 2026 17:16

The MSI MPG 271QR X50 offers lossless 500Hz gaming at 1440p with DisplayPort 2.1. (Image source: MSI)

MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 with 500Hz and DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20) now available in the US

MSI has begun selling its 500Hz 1440p QD-OLED gaming monitor with DisplayPort 2.1 in the US. Available via Amazon, the MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 pairs a 0.03ms response time with G-Sync VRR, DisplayHDR True Black 500, USB-C with up to...

Elvis Shida, 12 Jan 2026 17:07

The OnePlus 15T will reportedly available in three colors with up to 1 TB of storage and 16 GB of RAM. Pictured: a promo shot of the 13T in black. (Image source: OnePlus)

Leaker shares more details on compact OnePlus 15T ahead of official announcement

While OnePlus has yet to officially announce the 15T, reports surrounding it have already shared the possible core specs of the upcoming flagship phone. A new leak has now shared the RAM and storage configurations and the possible...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Jan 2026 16:28

Masters of Anima is 85% off on Steam until January 19. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam: Strategy RPG back at its lowest price of around $1

If you're interested in unusual genre combinations, Masters of Anima might be worth a look. The RPG–strategy hybrid is currently discounted by 85% on Steam, reducing the price to around $1. The offer is valid until January 19.

Marius Müller, 12 Jan 2026 16:26

Oppo has released a limited edition Year of the Horse version (pictured) of its 100W power bank. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo launches new special edition 100W power bank

A limited edition Year of the Horse version of the Oppo 100W SuperVOOC Flash Charge Power Bank has been unveiled in China. This portable accessory has a red and white design with images of the lucky horse. Features include two USB...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jan 2026 16:05

A Reddit user switched Arc Raiders to a first-person perspective using the in-game console. (Image source: Steam)

“So terrifying”: Player showcases Arc Raiders from a first-person perspective

A player used an exploit to experience Arc Raiders from a first-person perspective and shared a three-minute video on Reddit. While this viewpoint reportedly introduces some gameplay drawbacks, it offers a noticeably more immersiv...

Marius Müller, 12 Jan 2026 16:01

Orbital Bullet is available on Steam with a 90% discount until January 20. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam: 360-degree roguelike returns to its all-time low of $1.70

If you're into roguelikes but looking for a fresh twist, Orbital Bullet might be worth checking out. The game combines classic roguelike elements with a distinctive 360-degree perspective and is currently available on Steam for ar...

Marius Müller, 12 Jan 2026 15:53

Asus will sell the ROG Zephyrus G14 in two colour options, just like last year. (Image source: Asus)

ROG Zephyrus G14: New leak reveals whereabouts of long-rumoured Intel Arc B390 gaming laptop

Asus has reportedly cancelled its first Arc B390 gaming laptop. Originally part of this year's ROG Zephyrus G14 refresh, the Intel Panther Lake-only variant was allegedly showcased by Intel as a success of its new architecture bef...

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2026 15:48

The next-gen Samsung Galaxy Z Flip isn't expected to receive major camera upgrades. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leak hints at underwhelming camera specs

Samsung’s flagship flip phones have made significant strides in recent years, especially in terms of performance, battery capacity, and the size of their secondary display. However, their cameras have often been overlooked – and t...

Hannes Brecher, 12 Jan 2026 15:48

LavaLamp was on early access before the full release. Pictured: an edited screenshot from the free game. (Image source: Steam)

Free indie game with trippy visuals goes trending on Steam shortly after full release

LavaLamp launched on Steam as a new free game on January 10, 2026. Shortly after its full release, this indie freebie has made it to the "New & Trending" list, with the current position being second in the charts.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Jan 2026 15:40

Pictured - an official ingame screenshot from Gamblers Table. (Image source: Steam)

Steam launch: New addictive automation game lands on Steam with 8,968-player peak and 30% launch discount

Gamblers Table hit Steam on Jan 11, 2026, peaking at 7,906 players on launch day. Despite a 78% positive rating, launch day was bumpy with cloud save bugs and a heated community debate over a rival "clone" that beat them to market...

Anubhav Sharma, 12 Jan 2026 15:16

New TCL RGB Mini-LED TV with up to 288Hz launching globally

The TCL RM9L, the brand’s first RGB Mini-LED TV for the international market, has been announced. Similar to a recently released model for the Chinese market, this TV will be available in three sizes up to 115 inches. Features inc...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jan 2026 15:02

Casio has revealed the 2026 G-Shock x Hiroshima Toyo Carp watch (pictured) in Japan. (Image source: Hiroshima Toyo Carp store)

Limited edition Casio skeleton watch from collab appears

Casio is releasing another collaboration watch designed in partnership with Hiroshima Toyo Carp in Japan. This hybrid model has a transparent resin bezel surrounding a metallic blue dial, with bright red accents. Features include ...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jan 2026 14:58

The TP-Link Tapo H110 Smart Hub (pictured) is now available in the US. (Image source: TP-Link)

Tapo H110 smart universal remote and hub now available in the US

TP-Link has finally released the Tapo H110, a universal IR remote control and smart hub, in the US. This Matter compatible device can be used to control various household appliances, such as AC, as well as smart home products. Usi...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jan 2026 14:53

The Vivo Y500i comes in phoenix gold, obsidian black, and galaxy silver colorways (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Y500i launches as entry-level smartphone with 50 MP camera and large 7,200 mAh battery

Vivo has unveiled a new entry-level smartphone, the Y500i. The newest sibling in the Y500 series features a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, up to 12 GB of RAM, 512 GB of internal storage, a 50 MP primary camera, and a large 7,200 mAh ...

Abhinav Fating, 12 Jan 2026 14:41

Official Nvidia G-Sync Pulsar comparison (Image Source: Nvidia)

G-Sync Pulsar crowned biggest leap in gaming monitors since CRT by 3rd party benchmarks

Digital Foundry, Hardware Unboxed, and other reputable sources are singing the praises of Nvidia's latest & greatest gaming monitor advancement and its elimination of sample-and-hold blur. It's not perfect, but motion has reported...

Christopher Harper, 12 Jan 2026 14:40

The GameSir G7 Pro carrying case comes with three pairs of thumbsticks. (Image source: GameSir)

GameSir G7 Pro gets an official carrying case with a charging port and thumbstick set

GameSir has released a carrying case for its G7 Pro controller. The carrying case has a nifty feature and also comes with a gift.

Habeeb Onawole, 12 Jan 2026 14:34

Payload view of SpaceX’s Transporter-14 rideshare mission showing multiple small satellites, including Space Forge’s ForgeStar-1, mounted on the launch vehicle in orbit. (Image source: Space Forge)

Space Forge launches first-ever semiconductor factory in space, potentially paving the way for more energy-efficient chips for electronics and EVs

UK-based startup Space Forge has successfully generated plasma in low Earth orbit aboard its ForgeStar-1 satellite, marking a key technical milestone for commercial in-space manufacturing. The plasma test validates the satellite’s...

Praneeta, 12 Jan 2026 14:09

The RedMagic 11 Air will soon launch in China. Pictured: a promo picture of the phone showing the side. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic confirms imminent launch for its new thin and light gaming phone

The RedMagic 11 series is set to see a new addition soon. As the brand has just announced, the 11 Air will launch in China on January 20, 2026, and this upcoming gaming phone is teased to sport 9 "cutting-edge" technologies.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Jan 2026 14:06

An alleged look at the Osmo Pocket 4 Pro. (Image source: via Xdrones Studio)

DJI Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4 Pro surface in new leaks as uncertainty over release date remains

DJI's long-rumoured Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4 Pro have reappeared in new leaks. While the latter has been pictured once again and the former spotted on Amazon, other rumours indicate that DJI may have pushed global launches ...

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2026 14:04

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