Longer endurance is always a plus for a laptop, as long as it doesn’t come too much at the expense of weight and price. But what kind of battery life is currently appropriate for a business laptop? Using the Schenker Connect 15 as an example, we take a look at what 6.6 hours is still worth today.

Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball has reassured fans that more Xbox exclusive games will follow. A rumor suggested that given the company’s financial struggles, Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution were isolated cases. With slow console sales, there is skepticism that exclusivity can boost profits.

First unveiled at CES 2025, the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt finally has a launch date: June 29, 2026, arriving at $399 with Ultra Wideband hands-free unlocking via Apple Home Key, Matter over Thread smart home integration, Aliro certification for Android support, and WiFi remote access.

The iPhone Ultra, or whatever it ends up being called, is expected to arrive alongside the iPhone 18 Pro phones, but there could be a small delay. A known leaker, however, is confident that there won’t be one.

The RedMagic Tablet 5 Pro, which is set to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, finally has a launch date. This new flagship gaming tablet is set to launch in China on June 30, 2026, and the global debut should be announced soon.

Lenovo's ThinkPads offer support for Linux out of the box and some models can also be purchased with Linux. We tested the current ThinkPad T16 Gen 5 with Linux and checked the support of functions and features.

The Jaye Band is designed to help people disconnect from their smartphones, rather than serving as an extension of them. The Jaye Band focuses on life's important moments, while the daily flood of notifications is blocked by default.

Amazfit has launched a new hybrid-training system designed for athletes who combine strength and endurance work—including competitive Hyrox racers. The system helps users find the optimal balance between endurance and strength training.

A role-playing game that is more than 30 years old is currently available on Steam for under $2 for the first time in more than five years. Because of its unforgiving nature, the game is also known as the “Dark Souls of the early ’90s.”

Electronic Arts is expanding its advertising business. With “EA Advertising,” the publisher plans to integrate ads directly into gameplay in the future. What EA describes as authentic and dynamic brand integration is already drawing heavy criticism from the gaming community.

Microsoft has released a new Surface Pro powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 platform. Also equipped with up to 64 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz OLED display, the Surface Pro 12 is said to deliver 15% longer battery life than the older Surface Pro 11, too.

After a baby-related mishap, a Steam Deck user simply wanted to buy a replacement carrying case for their Steam Deck OLED from Valve. Instead, the company behind Steam is apparently sending them one free of charge, and the community is praising the gesture.

The Snap Key adds an extra convenience button to the Oppo Find N6 for quick actions and AI features. While practical for everyday use, it remains significantly more limited than the fully customizable button solutions offered by other manufacturers.

A Forza Horizon 6 player has publicly questioned on Reddit whether some players earned their enormous fortunes legitimately. Many Redditors agree and suspect exploits may be behind the wealth. Others point to a legitimate method that can indeed generate hundreds of millions of credits.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick is currently making the rounds on social media in a typical “How did you get so rich?” street interview, where he also talks about GTA 6. Hardly anyone in the community believes this was a spontaneous encounter. Instead, many fans suspect the interview could mark the start of the announced summer marketing push for GTA 6.

Valve's Steam Machine was once again spotted on Geekbench with two separate listings, suggesting that reviews may be underway.

The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is the first handheld gaming console to use the Intel Arc G3 Extreme SoC. This makes the Claw 8 EX AI+ the most powerful portable console on the market, as the Arc G3 Extreme features the impressive Arc B390 iGPU. However, it also makes the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ super expensive.

Microsoft is reportedly shutting down or selling Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion Games as new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma overhauls a gaming division that has shed roughly $500 million in annual revenue despite over $20 billion in studio spending.

For the first time, the iPhone 18 is not expected to be unveiled alongside the Pro models, but rather nearly six months later. The wait could be worth it, however, as the Apple is expected to give the base model 50 percent more RAM and new AI features, among other upgrades.

What started as a DIY memory crunch is now hitting everyone. AI data centers are swallowing the world's DRAM, driving the cheapest 32 GB DDR5 kit to around $439 and pushing midrange laptops past $1,200. With memory now accounting for about 35 percent of a PC's component cost, relief isn't expected before late 2027.

Microsoft has expanded the Xbox Game Pass Stream Your Own Game library with 51 new titles. The lineup includes Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Darksiders III, and more.

Oura is facing new competition, as Japanese tech giant Sharp enters the smart ring market with the Karada Mate Ring. With four sensors housed in a durable titanium case and an exceptionally long battery life, Sharp aims to outpace the competition.

Japanese tech giant Sharp is entering the highly competitive smartwatch market. The Karada Mate Watch automatically tracks calories when you eat, compares calorie intake with calories burned, and also alerts you if you aren't drinking enough.

Amazon has expanded this month's Luna lineup with four more games, taking the total number of new additions in June to 19 so far.

An engineering sample of the Ninkear M8_226V has surfaced, packing Intel's Lunar Lake Core Ultra 5 226V, front-mounted OCuLink, and USB4 in a 128×128 mm chassis — directly addressing the USB4 and OCuLink gaps flagged in our AMD M8 review.

Perhaps the most surprising cell phone of the year comes from Commodore, as the Callback 8020 exudes full-on retro charm with its transparent case, wired headphones, and T9 keyboard. Since most Android apps run on it, the Callback 8020 could theoretically replace a regular smartphone.

Windows 11 users can now log directly into a new "Xbox mode". Xbox mode replaces Windows 11's normal UI with a controller-friendly UI that can integrate multiple game stores like Steam and Epic. Xbox mode also frees up some resources to improve gaming performance. However, the end result is rather disappointing.

Ayaneo has shared more details of the upcoming Pocket Micro 2. The Android handheld will feature upgrades in key areas including performance which will be handled by a Qualcomm processor.

With the Aquos R11, Sharp has unveiled one of the most unusual smartphones on the market; not only does the device feature a unique RGB LED strip on the back, but it also boasts a Pro IGZO OLED panel manufactured by Sharp itself, which achieves an impressive refresh rate of 240 Hz.

Casio has listed the AQ230A-7DMQY on its US website for $59.95. The new variant of the long-running AQ230 ana-digi series features a white dial with silver-tone stainless steel bracelet, dual time, stopwatch, and a three-year battery life.

Citizen has expanded its vintage-inspired Rolan collection with the new AW2110-14Z. Featuring a salmon dial, a 41mm stainless steel case, and the brand's Eco-Drive solar-powered movement, the latest model delivers classic dress-watch styling for $395.

The 150W Multi-port GaN Power Adapter is a new fast charger from Lenovo, and it's now available in China. It has a launch price of CNY 339, around $50, and the charging brick comes with a three-port design.

A popular wireless gaming mouse is finally seeing a long-awaited refresh. The 60-gram Logitech G305 X Superlight is now rechargeable and more versatile with Bluetooth connectivity. Its design is largely unchanged, but a Hero 44K optical sensor targets competitive gamers.

The Logitech G316 X wired gaming keyboard aims to virtually eliminate latency. Buyers can customize the accessory’s mechanical switches, as well as its RGB light bar and keys. The 98% Logitech keyboard debuts on June 30th as a key component of the G3 series.

Honor has revealed the design of the upcoming X80 Pro Max battery behemoth smartphone, confirming it will be available in four color options. The reveal comes alongside a leak that has disclosed the phone's key specifications.

The 6.78-inch Tecno Spark 50 Pro is designed to be thin, with a 7.8 mm profile, and last all day thanks to a 6,000 mAh battery. The mid-range phone is drop, dust and water resistant and comes with a 50MP Sony Lytia camera.

A relatively affordable smartwatch is gaining powerful new features with a free firmware update. It introduces enhanced navigation options and a normalised pace metric for athletes, while the Amazfit Balance 2 also benefits from additional refinements.

The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 was silently announced through iF Design in February 2026. Now, the company has listed the tablet for sale. This 12.1-inch pad with a large JBL speaker starts at €429.01 in the EU.

Seiko has unveiled two limited-edition 5 Sports SKX watches in collaboration with San Francisco skate brand FTC. The HDB011J8 and HDB012J8 arrive in July 2026 with tight production runs of 860 and 663 pieces respectively, available only in Japan and the US.

Several Samsung foldable phones and smartwatches have just surfaced on FCC certification records. The listings point to the expected Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Watch 9 models, and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, though the rumored Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide has not yet appeared.

Google’s next Pixel Drop is expected to introduce Screen Reactions, a feature that lets creators record themselves alongside on-screen activity without having to use separate editing tools. The update may also bring Gemini Omni video tools and AI-generated music features, though Google is yet to confirm a release date.

Digital Foundry studied The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake teaser. With 1440p/60fps performance, Nintendo may struggle to offer open-world gameplay on the Switch 2. It’s more likely that developers will prioritize quality-of-life tweaks and substantial graphical upgrades.

Vivo has revealed new camera and display details for the upcoming X Fold 6. The foldable phone is confirmed to feature a Zeiss-tuned camera system and an 8.02-inch inner display.

The Intel Panther Lake series is turning everyday office and business subnotebooks into capable gaming machines powerful enough to run the latest demanding titles at decent 1080p settings.

Google's Pixel 9a is back on sale, dropping to $399 for a limited time. With nearly identical specs to the newer Pixel 10a, a bright OLED display, capable cameras, and seven years of software support, it remains one of the best mid-range smartphone deals around.