Gigabyte has released BIOS updates for its B760 and H610 motherboards, preparing them for new Intel desktop CPUs expected in early 2027. The upcoming processors are reportedly part of the Core 2000 series and will support both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving users a potential upgrade path without replacing their existing hardware.

Devsisters releases CookieRun: Kingdom's Mortal Flames update featuring Episode 11, Rajapendra Cookie of Mortality, and the Desert Raid Giant Sand Jelly Worm boss.

HP has released a new 16-inch laptop internationally. Configurable with up to 128 GB of RAM, the OmniBook Ultra 16 also contains a 99 Wh battery, a 1,100-nit OLED display and a choice between two Nvidia RTX Spark N1X chipsets.

The Amazfit September 2026 update has been officially announced. Already rolling out to many of the brand’s smartwatches, it brings new features related to navigation alongside other improvements.

HP has released a new 14-inch laptop containing a 1,100-nit OLED display. Also featuring an 80 Wh battery and up to 128 GB of RAM, the new OmniBook X is one of the first 14-inch laptops to feature Nvidia's RTX Spark platform, too.

OnLogic has introduced a new mini PC, the Helix 320. The fanless mini PC features a compact enclosure and can be equipped with up to an 8-core Intel CPU paired with 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM.

IBASE has introduced a new Intel Panther Lake-powered SBC with up to 128 GB RAM. The 3.5-inch SBC, dubbed the IB966, can be equipped with up to a 16-core CPU and a powerful Arc B390 iGPU.

Lenovo has started selling a new 14-inch laptop internationally. Equipped with an optional 120 Hz display, the IdeaPad Slim 5 Ultra 14IWC11 also boasts significantly longer battery life than Lenovo's original model thanks to its power-efficient Intel Wildcat Lake architecture.

OnePlus has confirmed the display specifications of its upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 16. As expected, the smartphone is all set to feature an impressive LTPO OLED panel with an extremely high refresh rate.

(Update: One of the artists involved has now spoken out on Reddit.) The release of GTA 6 is getting closer – and the signs are now appearing on the streets of New York. A huge mural featuring Jason and Lucia is currently taking shape in Brooklyn. For fans, this is more than just another piece of outdoor advertising: Rockstar appears to be reviving a tradition from the GTA 5 era, suggesting that the final promotional push may now be underway.

Seiko and Sanrio’s Hangyodon share a 2,000-piece collaboration watch, on sale now through Premico at 49,280 yen, roughly $311. The dial hides a narutomaki nod to his favourite hiyashi chuka, and the box is shaped like a house. Ships in late December.

Expensive memory, higher prices, subdued demand: According to Nikkei Asia, Apple reportedly reduced component orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max by 15 to 20 percent in October. However, the signal is not quite as clear-cut as it sounds.

Total War: Attila is a strategy game set in late antiquity in which you can choose from several factions, each with different units. You can conquer Roman territories, repel the Scourge of God, or take advantage of the situation to expand your own empire.

Volkswagen has filed a recall with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) covering more than 22,500 of ID.4 vehicles from model years 2023 through 2026. The high-voltage battery could fail and, under a combination of specific charging patterns and a state of charge above 80%, cause a vehicle fire.

A Reuters investigation has revealed that Tesla repeatedly urged the Dutch vehicle registration authority, RDW, to speed up the approval process for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) driver assistance system and make it less demanding. The findings raise questions not only about FSD’s actual safety, but also about the transparency and independence of Europe’s vehicle approval process.

Week 41 was all about local AI, new hardware, and the next generation of smart devices. Microsoft and Asus are pushing AI PCs forward with powerful hardware, while new flagship smartphones and tablets are beginning to emerge. At the same time, Meta and Google are working to integrate AI assistants more deeply into everyday digital life. Here’s our editorial roundup of the week’s most important developments.

Nvidia has never released a macOS driver for GeForce cards from the Turing generation onward. A developer named NullMoth has now provided a custom Metal driver for Hackintosh PCs running macOS 15, tested on an RTX 5060. It is not yet ready for everyday use.

Following the poll from earlier this week and the subsequent leaked gameplay footage, CyberLeek is back with another poll. This time, it seems like people are only interested in seeing Lucia.

Ugreen has launched the new Nexode Pro 45 charger in fresh Burgundy shade. Features-wise, it remains the same as the grey variant that debuted a few days back. The charger has a tiny footprint and comes with a foldable prong design, a built-in smart touch display, and multi-layer safety features. 

iBuyPower has launched a high-end mini-PC featuring 128 GB of RAM. Also equipped with AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 processor, the iBuyPower Pro AMD AI Halo Mini PC packs dual USB4, dual 10 GbE Ethernet and three M.2 slots into a housing that measures 200 x 198 x 70 mm.

Chinese automaker Zeekr is demonstrating the capabilities of high-end hybrid technology with the new 9X Ultra AWD. The 6,393-pound PHEV is heading to Europe with fast charging performance that surpasses even leading fully electric models.

Citizen is launching KEI. It's a fresh mechanical line, shipping to customers on November 5. Five watches start at 68,200 yen, around $431, with updated caliber 8310 and its 60-hour reserve in a 38 mm steel case with sapphire, a display caseback and JIS class 1 magnetic resistance.

The French automaker Citroen has opened orders for an unconventional EV designed for city driving. The new Ami Outdoor special edition is a two-seater measuring just 8.1 feet long. It can be driven from age 15 in some countries, with lease payments of under $80 a month.

BMW has revealed details of the upcoming flagship model in its all-electric midsize SUV lineup. The new BMW iX3 M60 xDrive combines rapid acceleration with a long driving range and 400 kW DC fast charging.

Anbernic has showcased its latest gaming handheld of 2026. A throwback to the Nintendo 3DS, the RG DDS features a high-end Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, a 6,000 mAh battery and 500-nit displays to achieve what Anbernic describes as a flagship and seamless dual-screen gaming experience.

Courtesy of an ongoing sale on Best Buy, the Lenovo LOQ Essential gaming laptop with a 15.6-inch 144 Hz display and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU is now available with a sizeable $650 discount.

Xiaomi unveiled its first ergonomic monitor arm for workspace management. As can be expected from the Redmi brand, it is a very affordable alternative to much more expensive desk-mounted solutions.

reMarkable has released a new sleeve folio for the Paper Pure. While the E Ink tablet originally launched with three sleeve folios, this new variant is made of genuine leather.

A new analyst roadmap suggests Intel could attract several major technology companies to its advanced packaging business over the next three years. Amazon, Google, Qualcomm, Microsoft and Nvidia are among the potential customers, with Apple being notably absent.

BYD has published its National Day travel charging report, and the turnover numbers are staggering. With the Blade Battery 2 capable of a 5-minute charging spree, a single flash charging station managed 160 cars in a day.

Core Keeper feels like a mix of Minecraft and Stardew Valley – and players seem to love it: 92% of Steam reviews are positive. The survival sandbox is free to try on Steam until October 12.

Squad 44 takes players to the battlefields of World War II, focusing on uncompromising realism rather than fast-paced arcade action. The tactical multiplayer shooter is free to try on Steam until October 13. At the same time, a 70% discount brings the price down to $5.99.

A month after the change at the top of Apple, Tim Cook speaks at length for the first time about his new role. The executive chairman handles governments and politics, while John Ternus runs day-to-day operations. His most important advice to his successor: don’t copy him.

The ModRetro Chromatic gaming handheld is now available in four brand-new colors, all featuring a transparent shell. The handheld can play original Game Boy cartridges and promises an authentic gaming experience thanks to an FPGA chip.

ARC Raiders has just received its biggest update yet and is preparing to test a new PvE mode. To mark the occasion, the extraction shooter is free to try on Steam and is available at a 50% discount for the first time.

Anthropic has released Claude Haiku 5.5. According to the company, the fast model is also available on the free Claude plan, alongside Sonnet 5.5. In Anthropic's benchmarks, it beats GPT-6 Luna from ChatGPT Free, and API pricing is up to 90% lower than Haiku 4.5. Max and Team subscribers also get a monthly API credit.

For many fans, Need for Speed: Most Wanted ranks among the best racing games of all time. More than 20 years after the original release, a fan project is now giving the classic another chance to hit the road on modern hardware.

Three years separate the first GTA 6 trailer from the latest screenshots, and the visual differences are hard to miss. But not all fans are convinced that Rockstar's graphical upgrades are an improvement.

The RPCS3 team has now resolved a major graphical bug in Gran Turismo 6, one of the best PlayStation 3-exclusive racing games. With the bug fixed, Gran Turismo 6 has moved one step closer to being fully playable on PC using RPCS3.

Just over three weeks after launch, Apple is moving iOS 27 to the top of Software Update: iPhones running iOS 26 now show iOS 27.0.1 as the main update, while iOS 26.7.1 moves down. No one is being forced to upgrade, but those who want to stay will need to look more closely.

Matchbox The Movie, starring John Cena and directed by Extraction director Sam Hargrave, has been streaming on Apple TV since October 9. Critics have received the toy-based film poorly: it has a 25% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, lower than any Fast & Furious film.

Starlink is expanding its referral program, making it all the more enticing for subscribers, local installers, and dish dealers. It works globally, too, and the amount of cash payments depends on the country.

Lenovo has a new mid-range tablet in its lineup that has evolved significantly compared to its predecessor: the Lenovo Yoga Tab Gen 2. It competes directly with the compact iPad Air or the Galaxy Tab S12. Can it hold its own against such big names?

What sounds like a simple parking simulator turns out to be an extensive racing sandbox with an open world and plenty of things to do. Steam players have been largely enthusiastic about the game's Early Access launch.

New rumors about the Steam Deck 2 have sparked a heated discussion. It turns out that players have very different expectations for the successor – leaving Valve with a difficult challenge.

The AMD Gainsborough APU that could power the Valve Steam Deck 2 recently leaked online. AMD Gainsborough's potentially small iGPU with its low TDP doesn't inspire much confidence in its ability to run AAA games. However, Moore's Law Is Dead thinks people are underestimating the performance of the Steam Deck 2.