With GTA 6 PS5 and Xbox pre-orders open, PC gamers are awaiting a release date. A former Rockstar Games producer explains why even the prosperous studio must budget its time and money. The company typically optimizes titles for consoles before focusing on PC ports.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple is preparing two new Apple Pencil models, codenamed B582 and B632, for release alongside updated iPads in the first half of 2027. The Apple Pencil Pro successor may gain improved repairability to meet new EU rules requiring replaceable batteries.

Acer has introduced the Sospiro A15 with entry-level specifications. Notably, the new smartphone stands out with a secondary display on its back.

Ugreen has launched the FineTrack Slim Duo in the UK. The new wallet tracker is said to work with both Apple's Find My and Google's Find Hub networks, while packing a louder buzzer and longer battery life than the previous models.

The Beelink ME Pro now has a more affordable 2-bay configuration. It's powered by the Intel Pentium Silver J5005, and it has two M.2 and two SATA slots. The launch price of the barebone NAS is CNY 999, around $147.

The Asus a14 Air 2026 is now available to purchase in China. It's a lightweight laptop that weighs 990g, and it measures 14.9mm thick. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945H powers the system, and it has a 120Hz OLED display. It starts at CNY 6,799, about $1,003.

Acer's 16-inch Nitro V gaming laptop is getting an affordable variant in the US. Listed on Amazon for $1,199.99, the new configuration pairs Intel's Core 5 210H CPU with a 95W RTX 5050 and comes with a 165Hz display.

Sons of Valhalla is a strategy game with roguelike mechanics in which you must explore England during the Viking Age to seek revenge. But to achieve this, you'll have to face numerous enemies and manage your army.

A study examined 281 free VPN apps from the Google Play Store, which collectively have over 2.4 billion installations. Many of them leak data, track their users, or use outdated encryption. Five of them can even be hijacked over Wi-Fi. Here's how to spot a trustworthy app.

The first ultra level camera flagship for 2027 is already dead in the water, if recent leaks are to be believed. While the Vivo X500 Ultra is potentially expected to feature a camera nearly three times as stable as that of the Vivo X300 Ultra, the future of the ultimate Leica, Hasselblad, and Zeiss smartphone camera appears rather uncertain.

The Pixorien Z01 is a newly launched projector designed for flexible use across a wide range of settings. It features an extendable design and supports battery-powered operation for enhanced portability. The device is also marketed as delivering high image quality.

Designed for distraction-free productivity, the PocketMage is a highly customizable PDA featuring a physical QWERTY keyboard alongside built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.

Xiaomi is now offering a new monitor in additional markets. According to the manufacturer, it delivers fairly accurate color reproduction, but it also comes with some limitations despite its high refresh rate.

More details are emerging about a hostile and dysfunctional Halo Studios. An insider revealed that studio lead Pierre Hintze allegedly verbally assaulted employees. His behavior, along with the ineptitude of other Xbox executives, jeopardized Halo: Campaign Evolved.

The fast RTX 5080 version of the Legion Pro 7i also sports an Intel Core Ultra 9, 32GB of memory and a 2TB SSD. Gamers can also look forward to an excellent 240Hz OLED display with 1600p resolution and perfect black levels.

California and New York are advancing legislation that would require 3D printers to detect and block firearm components, aiming to curb the spread of untraceable "ghost guns." Critics question the technology’s reliability, effectiveness and privacy implications.

An RTX 5090 owner has reported that ASRock’s TempGuard-equipped power supply failed to shut down when a properly seated 12V-2x6 connector overheated and melted.

Nio has begun deliveries of a five-seat ES8 in China, expanding its flagship electric SUV lineup with more cargo space and a lower price than the three-row model.

Microsoft once again only offers ARM versions of its Surface devices for private customers, while business customers have access to much more powerful hardware, 5G modules and additional display options.

Ubisoft plans to cut a number of jobs despite the successful launch of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, amid a broader wave of gaming-industry layoffs. Affected employees have launched a strike, citing mistreatment, weakened worker rights and an increasingly top-down management culture.

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced sold more than two million copies in its first 24 hours, prompting Ubisoft to reward players with exclusive in-game items. However, the remake’s commercial success has been tempered by layoffs at Ubisoft Barcelona, one of the studios involved in its development.

Following last year's GM-5600 collaboration, Casio and C2H4 are back with another retro-futuristic G-Shock. This time, the GA-2100 gets the Space Age treatment, complete with a custom collectible packaging inspired by vintage industrial design.

If Game Freak has its way, the Pokémon Winds and Waves price may stretch budgets. A Teraleak document exposes how long the studio has been pushing for price hikes. Earlier, Amazon Germany leaked the cost of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game at €79.99.

A new rumour outlines alleged specifications, performance targets and pricing for AMD's next-generation RDNA 5-based Radeon RX 10000 series. It makes some interesting claims, such as the use of LPDDR5X memory modules on lower-end models.

Humble is back with another solid bundle called the Narrative. It includes 12 Steam Deck-compatible games, and you can score them for just $10.

Japan's Chūō Shinkansen high-speed maglev project has cleared a major hurdle. Construction near Shizuoka had been delayed due to environmental concerns, but an agreement has now been announced.

Nio’s European expansion is faltering, with just 45 vehicles shipped across eight markets in February 2026 and only 15 registered in Germany during the first half of the year. High battery-swapping infrastructure costs, outdated models, import duties and stronger competition have forced the Chinese EV maker to scale back its once-ambitious regional strategy.

Polestar’s U.S. exit, driven by federal connected-vehicle restrictions and weak profitability, has left owners and dealers concerned about resale values, parts availability, and long-term support. The Swedish EV maker says it will honor warranties and continue servicing existing vehicles while discounting remaining Polestar 3 and 4 inventory.

The Xiaoxin Air 15 is one of the recently released Intel Wildcat Lake laptops from Lenovo. It has launched in China as a new MacBook Neo rival with a 54.7Wh battery rated for 23.8 hours of video playback.

Modder Brendan “Game of Tobi” Tobias has demonstrated an early native Nintendo 3DS port of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, with basic exploration already functional but significant optimization and bug fixes still required.

PlayStation-owned Santa Monica Studio has revealed that its upcoming God of War game will get a physical disc release. The game doesn't have a release date yet, so this is a hint at its arrival before Sony's no-disc policy takes effect.

Lenovo has quietly updated one of our favourite gaming laptops. Previously sold with up to the Core Ultra 9 275HX, the Legion Pro 7i or Legion Pro 7 16IAX10H can now be configured with the more powerful Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus to complement its 240 Hz OLED display, GeForce RTX 5080 GPU and 64 GB of RAM.

Hisense teased the A10 in early June 2026, and now, the company has revealed the e-ink phone. A major highlight of the e-ink smartphone is its dual-display design, but unlike the Bigme Hibreak Dual 2, the secondary display is detachable.

Samsung has increased Galaxy S26 production yet again as promotions and concerns over future price hikes fuel stronger-than-expected demand. The Galaxy S26 Ultra remains the top seller, with surging sales delaying availability in South Korea.

The Lecoo Air 14 powered by Intel Wildcat Lake is now available in China. Lenovo introduced it in May 2026, and this affordable MacBook Neo rival has 12GB of RAM, weighs 990g, and is 12.95mm thick. Its initial price is CNY 4,088, around $603.

After launching two horizontal handhelds, Mangmi has announced that its first product launch for 2026 will be the Air Y series. The new series will arrive as its first vertical handhelds and will be available in standard and pro models.

Samsung may unveil the rumored SmartTag 3 alongside the Galaxy S26 FE, three years after launching its predecessor. While details remain scarce, the new tracker could address SmartTag 2’s aging Bluetooth standard and limited crowdsourced network.

Sony recently announced its exit from the physical games market, which has sparked significant backlash from the gaming community. And it seems that following the announcement, multiple Sony executives have sold their shares.

Anyone who is easily distracted while working at a PC can currently try an unusual solution on Steam for free. gogh: Focus with Your Avatar is a cozy coworking sandbox featuring anime avatars, lo-fi music and virtual workspaces. It is free to play this weekend and will then remain available at a 40% discount.

Third-party developers are expanding the functionality of Garmin smartwatches with a new lineup of versatile apps and custom watch faces. From real-time astronomy tracking to data-rich dashboards, these additions deliver tailored features for both tech enthusiasts and stargazers.

Anyone looking for an unconventional alternative to Cities: Skylines or SimCity may want to give Urbek City Builder a closer look. Compared with more traditional genre entries, the game takes a different approach in several key areas and is currently available on Steam for just $2.84 instead of $18.99.

A new smart display that should be well suited for integration into a smart home, where it can serve as a control center. It also features a touchscreen.