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Mockup of GTA 6 physical version for PS5

GTA 6 release date will see physical version, despite rumor of delay to curtail leaks

Struggling retailers may see a much-needed boost in foot traffic on the GTA 6 release date. The Take-Two Interactive CEO has rejected the idea of delaying physical copies. A rumor had emerged about an exclusively digital release t...

Adam Corsetti, 04 Feb 2026 00:13

Deal | Latest Humble Choice bundle offers 8 Steam Deck games worth $220 for $15

Humble has updated the Choice library with a fresh set of games for February 2026, and this month's lineup is a strong one. All of them are Steam Deck-compatible, and you can score them for just $15.

Abdul Haddi, 03 Feb 2026 23:19

Keychron K3 HE wireless gaming keyboard in white

Keychron announces sleek wireless low-profile Hall effect and mechanical keyboards, both with clean wood aesthetics

With its latest announcement, Keychron has borrowed design elements from three different keyboards for two new wireless keyboards. The Keychron K3 HE is a low-profile Hall effect gaming keyboard with the rose wood accents of the K...

Julian van der Merwe, 03 Feb 2026 23:07

The first EU price leak reveals insanely high prices for the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra

Samsung Galaxy S26 (Plus) and S26 Ultra: Absolutely crazy euro prices leaked

Most insiders currently expect Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series to maintain the same price level as the predecessors, but the first comprehensive price leak from an EU country points to sharply higher MSRPs across the board. The leaker...

Alexander Fagot, 03 Feb 2026 23:04

The Ugreen Nexode Pro charging 5 devices.

Ugreen launches new compact 100W GaN charger with 5 ports and smart display

Ugreen is taking on Anker with a new compact 100W charger that features an integrated smart status display. Unlike Anker’s 3-port model, Ugreen’s charger offers five ports at the same price.

Elvis Shida, 03 Feb 2026 22:38

The Leica M11 doesn't sport a traditional baseplate

Leica M12: Leica hints at upgrades and Heritage Edition for new full-frame camera

According to rumors, the Leica M12 will get a stabilized full-frame sensor that's been developed by Leica itself rather than Sony. Leica has now provided new hints about design changes and new features for the Leica M12.

Hannes Brecher, 03 Feb 2026 22:35

Casio’s G-Shock GMA-P2100BA-1A watch is now available in the EU

Three new Casio G-Shock watches with compact design arrive in more countries

The Casio G-Shock GMA-P2100BA-1A, GMA-P2100BA-2A and GMA-P2100BA-7A watches are now available in EU countries. Also known as the Touch of Blue series, these are compact hybrid watches with minimalist designs. Features include supp...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 22:31

The Abxylute 3D One is a Windows-powered handheld with a 3D screen.

Abxylute 3D One handheld PC finally begins shipping after a 2-month delay

After failing to fulfill its promise to ship the 3D One handheld in December 2025, Abxylute has finally begun shipping the device to backers. However, the second batch of orders will not begin to ship until after the Chinese New Y...

Habeeb Onawole, 03 Feb 2026 21:52

The Poseidon M20 is a compact and cheap soundbar

Poseidon M20: 120-watt soundbar with subwoofer launches for $84

A new and particularly affordable soundbar promises noticeably better audio quality, at least compared to the underwhelming speakers that are built into most television sets. The Poseidon M20 also comes with an integrated subwoofe...

Silvio Werner, 03 Feb 2026 21:18

An image from the game Rage showing a mutant

Deal | This FPS taking place in a post-apocalyptic universe is 70% off on Steam

Rage plunges you into a post-apocalyptic universe where you must face various enemies such as bandits and mutants. You can also explore a vast world, which will allow you to discover new quests and new characters.

Alexis Stegmann, 03 Feb 2026 21:18

Nintendo could lose up to $50 per Switch 2 sale without price increase, as memory costs rise

Even if Switch 2 sales flourish throughout 2026, Nintendo may not profit from the console. An analyst explains how high memory costs could turn the $23 made on each unit into a $35-$50 loss. The Nintendo President downplayed the c...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Feb 2026 21:06

Chuwi AuBox X1: Copilot+ mini PC sports 97 TOPS and USB PD power adapter

A new mini PC purportedly combines high performance with compact dimensions and an NPU. The Chuwi AuBox X1 is powered by an Intel processor and supports two SSDs, but there are also certain limitations in terms of upgradeability....

Silvio Werner, 03 Feb 2026 20:38

Deal | Dell 14 Plus with 32 GB RAM, long battery life enjoys record-low price on Amazon

The Dell 14 Plus thin-and-light Windows laptop has dropped to less than $800 on Amazon. The laptop is powered by an 8-core Core Ultra 7 258V APU, 32 GB of on-board memory, and 1 TB of storage. There is also a decent-sized 64 Wh ba...

Fawad Murtaza, 03 Feb 2026 19:52

36Wh of 39Wh are usable when the NB10000 Gen 4 power bank is set to eco mode

Nitecore NB10000 Gen 4: 10,000mAh power bank weighs just 5 oz, sports silicon-carbon cells and IPX7 rating

Nitecore has introduced a new power bank that is particularly light and is based on silicon-carbon battery cells. The NB10000 Gen 4 can also store more energy than many other 10,000mAh power banks, which is why Nitecore refers to ...

Andreas Sebayang, 03 Feb 2026 19:51

The Ugreen NeoDrive Go is card-sized and as light as AirPods Pro.

Ugreen NeoDrive Go: New compact USB4 SSD with up to 40 Gbps speeds and a built-in cable launches

The Ugreen NeoDrive Go is a new card-sized portable SSD that taps into USB4 for fast transfers of up to 3,800 MB/s. It packs 1TB of storage, a built-in USB cable that doubles as a lanyard, and 7-foot drop protection, but it comes ...

Elvis Shida, 03 Feb 2026 19:45

Mini PC deal hunters can now save 32% on the GMKtec NucBox M8 mini PC with OCuLink support.

Deal | AMD-powered GMKtec NucBox M8 mini PC with OCuLink and dual 2.5G Ethernet sees 32% price cut on Amazon

The GMKtec NucBox M8 is a well-equipped mini PC featuring an AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H APU paired with 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory. The mini PC also packs plenty of ports as well as dual M.2 storage, and is now available with an attractive...

Sambit Saha, 03 Feb 2026 19:18

RAM is supposed to get even more expansive due to massive demand from OpenAI and other companies

RAM crisis gets worse: Memory to get 110% more expensive in Q1 as SSD prices go up by 60%

While RAM prices in Germany have barely increased over the past two weeks, further price hikes are expected. Analysts anticipate that DRAM costs could be up to 110% higher in the first quarter of 2026.

Hannes Brecher, 03 Feb 2026 18:43

ARC Raiders has reportedly surpassed 15 million copies sold, generating over $500 million in revenue

In only a few months, ARC Raiders has managed to sell over 15 million copies across all platforms. The sales saw a big boost last month, which also helped it surpass the $500 million revenue mark.

Abdul Haddi, 03 Feb 2026 18:32

The Raspberry Pi CM5-powered Argon One UP laptop has started reaching customers.

Argon One UP: Raspberry Pi-powered laptop with 14-inch display starts reaching customers

The Argon One UP is a Raspberry Pi CM5-powered laptop, sporting a 14-inch 1080p screen and decent I/O. After nearly a month-long crowdfunding campaign last year, the product has finally started shipping out to backers.

Sambit Saha, 03 Feb 2026 18:28

The Galaxy Buds 4 miss out on silicone ear tips.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro's new designs leak

The design of Samsung's new Galaxy Buds has leaked. Showing a full redesign from the Galaxy Buds 3 series, the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro will launch later this month for less than $300 each.

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2026 18:11

The older Casio G-Shock GX-56BB-1 has been upgraded

Upgraded classic Casio G-Shock watch now available in Europe

The Casio G-Shock GX-56UBB-1 digital watch is now available in European countries like the Netherlands, Spain and Germany. This is an upgraded version of a 2016 model, described by the brand as a ‘classic’. Features include a newe...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 18:07

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could also launch in a stylish light blue color version

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra pictures show four color versions

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has shown up in new images in four colors, including "Sky Blue" and "Cobalt Violet". These images likely are not official product photos, but earlier leaks indicate that Samsung will indeed offer the G...

Hannes Brecher, 03 Feb 2026 18:06

Apple may unveil its first-ever MacBook Pro with an OLED screen later in 2026; pictured: 2024 MacBook Pro

MacBook Pro with OLED panel tipped to arrive in late 2026

The Elec states Samsung Display will start mass producing OLED panels for the MacBook Pro sometime in May. It will be available in 14-inch and 16-inch variants and launch sometime in Q4, 2026.

Anil Ganti, 03 Feb 2026 18:02

The Nintendo Switch 2 is selling better than Nintendo's expectations.

Switch 2 hits 17.37 million sales in seven months as Nintendo reveals top games

The Switch 2 has been an overwhelming success, surpassing even Nintendo’s own expectations. From June to December 2025, it sold more than 17 million units, helping Nintendo nearly double its revenue.

Hannes Brecher, 03 Feb 2026 18:00

New Shargeek 300 Power Beast accessory about to launch

Shargeek's new 300 power bank, described as “the next gen power beast”, will soon begin crowdfunding on Kickstarter. Announced in 2025, this new accessory has four outputs with support for PD3.1 fast charging. Other features inclu...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 17:47

Ugreen releases new 5-port charger with compact design

Ugreen has launched a new accessory, the 45W 5-Port GaN Charger, in various markets worldwide. The company describes its product as compact and portable. As its name indicates, the accessory has a maximum 45W output across five po...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 17:44

Sketchy GTA 6 reviews posted 9 months ahead of release date, despite Rockstar Games' leak prevention

Shocked gamers spotted GTA 6 reviews and ratings already live on HowLongToBeat.com. The website only has limited means to verify submissions, so it’s unlikely that any builds escaped Rockstar Games. The studio is paranoid about GT...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Feb 2026 17:42

The MacBook Pro is not expected to adopt TSMC's N2P nodes this year.

Apple rumoured to be leaving TSMC N2P nodes to Qualcomm and MediaTek in 2026

According to a new report, TSMC's latest and greatest nodes will not be used in Apple's upcoming chipsets. Instead, Apple is rumoured to be leaving TSMC N2P manufacturing processes to Qualcomm and MediaTek in 2026.

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2026 17:41

Deal | These classic square G-Shocks with Tough Solar and Multiband 6 radio are heavily discounted right now

Built on the iconic DW-5000C design, these square G-Shocks combine old-school looks with modern essentials like solar charging and atomic time sync. Both the positive-display GW-M5610U-1 and the negative-display GW-M5610U-1B are n...

Kristen Spradlin, 03 Feb 2026 17:10

The Dark Ages is now available on Steam at a 67% discount for the first time.

Deal | “Graphics, sound, gameplay – everything just fits”: 2025 first-person shooter now cheaper than ever on Steam

In 2025, DOOM: The Dark Ages took the iconic shooter series into dark fantasy territory for the first time and was met with praise from both players and critics. The first-person shooter is now available on Steam with a 67% discou...

Marius Müller, 03 Feb 2026 17:09

A close-up of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra global version.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Details of new global model shown in leaked image

The global version of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has been pictured in a new leak. Supporting the idea of a global release, the image appears to showcase a retail unit rather than a prototype.

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2026 16:52

A new speedrun guide allows players to complete GTA: San Andreas in under an hour.

31 steps: How to finish GTA: San Andreas in under an hour

A newly discovered strategy is shaking up the GTA: San Andreas speedrunning scene. Until now, runs were believed to require a full playthrough, but the new method allows players to complete the game in under an hour – at nearly do...

Marius Müller, 03 Feb 2026 16:37

Vivo may replace the X200 Ultra with two new smartphones rather than just a direct successor.

Vivo X300 Max tipped to launch next month alongside Vivo X300 Ultra

A renowned leaker has shared new details about Vivo's flagship smartphone release plans. Reportedly, the Vivo X300 Ultra is set to be joined by the Vivo X300 Max, which appears to be a rival to the rumoured Xiaomi 17 Max.

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2026 16:20

Dreame’s new Lightstrip P11 is now available in Europe

New Dreame smart strip light with multi-zone control now available

The Dreame Lightstrip P11 has been released in Europe. Unveiled last year, it appears that this could be a brighter alternative to the Philips Hue Flux. Other features include multi-zone control, a range of dynamic white and color...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 16:16

With Firefox 148, users can fully disable all AI features in the browser.

A big "off switch": Firefox update restores user control over AI features

With Firefox 148, Mozilla introduces a centralized AI control panel for the first time, allowing users to disable all AI features with a single switch or manage individual functions in detail.

Marius Müller, 03 Feb 2026 15:59

Samsung may not have integrated built-in Qi2 magnets. Pictured: Alleged promotional picture of the Galaxy S26 Ultra - edited.

New Galaxy S26 series leak suggests Samsung may have skipped built-in Qi2 magnets

The leak train for the Galaxy S26 series is still rolling, and with each, something new is being spotted. Now, a recent accessory leak for the lineup suggests that Samsung might have skipped built-in Qi2 magnets.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Feb 2026 15:51

An artist's illustration showing an exoplanet.

An Earth-like exoplanet located about 146 light-years away has been discovered by astronomers

Astronomers have discovered an Earth-like exoplanet that could be located in the habitable zone of its star. But while this discovery is fascinating, many mysteries remain to be solved, and further studies will need to be conducte...

Alexis Stegmann, 03 Feb 2026 15:40

The Garmin Varia RearVue 820 is IPX7 certified.

Varia RearVue 820: Garmin releases new radar tail light for cyclists

Garmin has released a new radar-enabled tail light for cyclists. Visible from up to 2 km (1.24 miles) away with 24 hours of battery life, the Varia RearVue 820 also works with Garmin Edge cycling computers to provide advanced vehi...

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2026 15:27

Xbox announces 11 new games coming to Game Pass this month

Microsoft has revealed another big list of games that will be joining the Xbox Game Pass library soon. The lineup includes some popular hits such as Kingdom Come Deliverance and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.

Abdul Haddi, 03 Feb 2026 15:23

Casio’s G-Shock x Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto Body GWG-B1000TLC-1A watch

Casio releases new G-Shock watch with compass in the UK as EU pricing revealed

Casio is now selling the G-Shock x Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto Body GWG-B1000TLC-1A watch at its online store in the UK. This collaboration model is also available to pre-order at an EU retailer, confirming its price in this mar...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 15:22

A close up showing the Legion Y700 Gen 5 from the back.

Legion Y700 Gen 5: New gaming tablet teased in official Lenovo promotional video

Lenovo has teased that its next gaming tablet is 'coming soon'. Another compact affair, the Legion Y700 Gen 5 may lean heavily on AI, given Lenovo's current marketing.

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2026 15:19

Motorola released the Razr 60 series in April 2025.

Motorola Razr 70 and Razr 70 Ultra confirmed to receive global releases

Motorola's next Razr clamshell foldables have appeared in fresh leaks before their official releases later this year. Certified within days of each other, the Razr 70 and Razr 70 Ultra should serve as the main rivals to the forthc...

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2026 15:14

A concept of the iPhone Fold based on current expectations.

iPhone Fold: Leakers describe battery and design decisions for Apple's first foldable

According to multiple reports, Apple has made some unusual design decisions to maximise the battery life on its first foldable. Eclipsing even the Pixel 10 Pro Fold in this regard, the iPhone Fold may feature a two-tone design too...

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2026 15:08

Subnautica: Below Zero is coming to iOS and Android

Subnautica: Below Zero releasing on Android and iOS with preorder discount

Subnautica: Below Zero is coming to smartphones and tablets, giving mobile gamers a new title to enjoy. Despite its accessible launch price, the game delivers many hours of gameplay set in a frosty underwater world.

Silvio Werner, 03 Feb 2026 15:00

New Govee outdoor pathway lights with S-shaped effects coming soon

The Govee Outdoor Pathway Lights 2 Lite have been officially announced. Set for release in North America and Europe in the coming weeks, these smart lights create S-shaped colored lighting effects on the ground. Plus, Matter compa...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 14:54

Amazfit’s Balance 2 smartwatch is receiving firmware version 3.39.0.4

More Amazfit smartwatch users get Route Planning feature in new update

Firmware version 3.39.0.4 is rolling out to users of the Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch. The release brings several new features to users of the wearable, including a Route Planning tool and an Exercise Sound Cue function. There is ...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 14:35

The external monitor can be positioned in multiple ways on a desk.

Vuelim 18.5-inch wireless monitor smashes its funding goal

Featuring a large 18.5-inch BOE panel, the Vuelim is a true-wireless monitor designed to boost productivity through its versatility. It surpassed its Kickstarter funding goal within 24 hours of its launch.

Bernhard Rotter, 03 Feb 2026 14:19

AI agents are having their own conversations...

Moltbook goes viral as researchers flag security gaps

Moltbook, a Reddit-style forum for AI agents, is going viral as researchers report exposed emails, DMs, and agent tokens... raising authenticity concerns.

Darryl Linington, 03 Feb 2026 14:13

New four-wheel drive Segway Navimow robotic lawn mower on the way

Segway has revealed the powerful Navimow X4 robot lawn mower. Already available to pre-order in the US and confirmed for release in Europe, this model is designed for areas measuring up to 5,000 m² (1.5 acres). Plus, its four-whee...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2026 14:00

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