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Jun 8
The Lenovo SFF RTX Spark has a minimal dual-tone finish.

Mac-rivaling Nvidia RTX Spark Lenovo mini PC revealed: Surprise port selection, up to 128GB RAM

The new Lenovo SFF RTX Spark mini PC features a minimalist dual-tone design, but lacks the front-facing I/O found on Dell’s rival RTX Spark mini PC. The Nvidia RTX Spark on board promises up to 128 GB of RAM, 300GB/s of memory bandwidth, 12K video editing capabilities, and up to 1 petaflop of AI performance.
Martin Filipov, 08 Jun 2026 03:05
The RedMagic Wired Earphones with a USB-C connector.

RedMagic releases wired gaming earphones with the choice of a USB-C or 3.5mm connector

RedMagic has begun selling a pair of wired gaming earphones in China. Although the earphones already got an international release, the version sold in China come in two variants — a USB-C model and a 3.5mm model.
Habeeb Onawole, 08 Jun 2026 01:53
Jun 7
The GoPro Mission 1 Pro ILS camera with a Laowa 17mm T1.9 MFT Cine lens, mounted in a Small Rig cage with follow focus and matte box.

GoPro Mission 1 Pro ILS camera draws high interest from Hollywood filmmakers at Cine Gear LA

GoPro brought the Mission 1 Pro ILS 8K action camera to Cine Gear Los Angeles 2026 where Hollywood filmmakers had the opportunity to try out the highly anticipated model. The M1P ILS combines a 4:3 50 MP sensor with a Micro Four Thirds lens mount, opening the door to more creative lensing and anamorphic cinematography.
David Chien, 07 Jun 2026 23:51
Retail box shown for Gears of War: E-Day PS5 version

Gears of War: E-Day PS5 was reportedly finished before Xbox exclusive game shift

If Microsoft changes its mind about a Gears of War: E-Day PS5 version, the port may not need much work. An insider explained that a completed build for the PlayStation console exists. Stores revised pre-orders after learning that the game would be an Xbox exclusive on its October release date.
Adam Corsetti, 07 Jun 2026 23:49
Historically, Lenovo's ThinkPad L series has been cheaper than many other ThinkPads.

Lenovo releases new 14-inch ThinkPad internationally with cellular connectivity and up to 64 GB RAM

Lenovo has now released a new 14-inch ThinkPad internationally. Equipped with AMD Zen 5 processors and up to 64 GB of RAM, the ThinkPad L14 Gen 7 comes with optional cellular connectivity too.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2026 23:48
An image showing Senua and an environment in Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II.

Deal | Set in the Viking Age, this action-adventure game is now 75% off on Steam

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is an action-adventure game taking place in Iceland during the 9th century. You play as Senua, and you must face numerous threats while exploring the mysterious world that surrounds you.
Alexis Stegmann, 07 Jun 2026 23:19
The new OmniBook 7 in one of its three launch colours.

HP releases new 14-inch laptop with Arc B390 graphics and 120 Hz VRR OLED display

HP has now started selling one of its new 14-inch laptops with Intel Panther Lake processors. Equipped with up to Arc B390 graphics, the OmniBook 7 14 can also be configured with PCIe Gen 5 storage, 32 GB of RAM and an 1800p OLED display featuring 1,100 nits peak brightness.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2026 22:52
The Boox Go 6 (Gen II) is now available.

Next-gen Boox Go 6 launches: Android e-reader with more RAM and stylus support

A new, compact e-reader supports stylus input and handwriting recognition, and its built-in operating system makes it particularly versatile.
Silvio Werner, 07 Jun 2026 22:33
The M1D is a new printer for efficient multi-color printing.

For fast printing: 3D printer with two active nozzles and a swappable head system

The Sovol M1D is a new 3D printer that, according to its specifications, should be suitable for printing with multiple colors or filament types. The model comes with several tool heads and can deploy two of them simultaneously.
Silvio Werner, 07 Jun 2026 22:32
The T-Rex 3 is getting new features with a software update.

A powerful and significantly more affordable alternative to the Garmin Fenix gets new features

A previously reviewed smartwatch that is still available at a relatively low price has just received a new firmware update. We take another look at it and also revisit the significantly expanded range of functions offered by the Amazfit T-Rex 3.
Silvio Werner, 07 Jun 2026 22:29
Day-one games coming to Game Pass.

Xbox announces 17 new day-one titles coming to Game Pass

The Xbox Games Showcase event was hosted today, where Microsoft announced 17 new day-one titles coming to Game Pass.
Abdul Haddi, 07 Jun 2026 21:29
The Xbox Series X25 is a special 25th anniversary edition of the Series X.

Xbox announces new console to celebrate 25th anniversary

Xbox has unveiled a limited edition Series X console in celebration of its 25th anniversary. The announcement also includes a special edition wireless controller in the same translucent green of the first Xbox console.
Habeeb Onawole, 07 Jun 2026 21:10
Xbox Games Showcase 2026 banner with Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day

Update | Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears: E-Day pre-orders and price leak before Xbox Games Showcase

The Halo: Campaign Evolved price has leaked, and it may be more affordable than expected. For the PC and Xbox, pre-orders will start during or after the June 7th Xbox Games Showcase. Fans now also know the cost of Gears of War: E-Day, but uncertainty continues over a PS5 port and Xbox exclusivity. Update (June 7th 7:42PM CEST): Microsoft has announced a Halo: Campaign Evolved release date on July 28th. Gears of War: E-Day will be an Xbox console exclusive and release on October 6th. Update (June 7th 9:07PM CEST): Halo: Campaign Evolved pre-orders are now live for the Xbox and PS5. Gears of War: E-Day pre-orders are up for Xbox.
Adam Corsetti, 07 Jun 2026 21:05
Banner for Gears of War: E-Day PS5 version shown

Update | Gears of War: E-Day PS5 pre-order leaks, despite calls for Xbox exclusive games

Walmart has leaked a Gears of War: E-Day PS5 version, casting doubt on its Xbox exclusivity. The Xbox Games Showcase Direct could announce the release date for the pre-order listing. Some fans want Microsoft to keep more first-party projects on its own consoles. Update (May 7th 7:00AM CEST): A reliable leaker now claims Microsoft has cancelled the Gears of War: E-Day PS5 port. Update (May 7th 7:30PM CEST): Microsoft has confirmed Gears of War: E-Day will be an Xbox console exclusive. Update (May 7th 9:00PM CEST): Gears of War: E-Day pre-orders for Xbox are now live.
Adam Corsetti, 07 Jun 2026 20:59
The OnePlus 15's display.

Deal | Flagship OnePlus phone gets $100 off with free Nord Buds 3 Pro

The OnePlus 15 is currently available with a $100 discount on its 12GB/256GB variant, bringing the price down to $799.99. The deal also includes the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro earbuds for free.
Huzefa Baloch, 07 Jun 2026 20:32
The KF100 Max 4K drone has launched on Amazon

KF100 Max: Affordable DJI drone alternative offers drop feature and 4K camera

A drone promises 4K image quality and even has one feature that DJI's competitors often lack. However, buyers of the KF100 Max should carefully check the legal situation in this regard.
Silvio Werner, 07 Jun 2026 19:12
The Nitecore P17iX offers the same features as the P27iX, only with a smaller head

Nitecore P17iX: Compact EDC flashlight launches

After the P27iX, Nitecore has now officially launched the smaller P17iX model with a slight delay. It is already in stock in some markets and costs less than the model with the larger lamp head.
Andreas Sebayang, 07 Jun 2026 18:32
A collection of Nintendo GameCube consoles

The team behind Nintendo 64 PC ports has moved to GameCube, and Twilight Princess is first in line

Harbour Masters, known for polished Nintendo 64 PC ports, is expanding its Libultraship tools to GameCube titles, with The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess leading the effort through the native PC port Twilight Princess: Courage Reborn.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 07 Jun 2026 17:33
A promotional image for Nvidia's upcoming Spark superchip

Microsoft and Nvidia are betting on AI to make old x86 Windows apps run better on next-gen RTX Spark PCs

Microsoft and Nvidia are positioning AI as a practical bridge for improving legacy x86 Windows app performance on emerging Arm-based PCs powered by RTX Spark and Snapdragon X hardware. While agentic AI and emulation tools may ease app conversion and compatibility, demanding legacy software, games, and security-heavy systems will still require developer intervention.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 07 Jun 2026 17:23
Mac Studio (top), Dell XPS RTX Spark Mini PC (bottom).

Mac-inspired Nvidia RTX Spark Dell XPS mini PC revealed: Unmatched port selection, up to 128GB RAM

The XPS RTX Spark Mini PC is Dell's Mac Studio-inspired mini PC with an SD card reader, a feature missing from other RTX Spark-based rivals. Built on the scalable Nvidia RTX Spark platform, the PC supports up to 128 GB of unified memory, 20 Arm-based Grace cores, and 1 petaflop of AI compute.
Martin Filipov, 07 Jun 2026 17:10
Suffers from a weak AMD processor: HP OmniBook 3 17

Not worthy of the name: HP OmniBook 3 suffers from sluggish AMD chip

AMD recently released the Ryzen 5 40, a CPU based on the aging Zen 2 architecture. We find out what this means for performance in 2026 via the HP OmniBook 3.
Florian Glaser, 07 Jun 2026 17:08
Logo for Hitman Classic trilogy Remastered

Hitman: Saber Interactive announces original trilogy remaster, but it won't come to a major platform

Saber Interactive has announced that a remaster of the original Hitman Trilogy of games is on the way. However, the announcement doesn't mention the game's release for a major platform.
Habeeb Onawole, 07 Jun 2026 15:36
The Galaxy S26 FE's new camera strip goes all the way to the edge.

Samsung’s new affordable flagship revealed early with new design compared to Galaxy S25 FE

Here is your first look at the new Galaxy S26 FE. Leaked hands-on images of Samsung’s most affordable flagship have revealed a unique, albeit slightly off-center, camera bump design. Expected to launch in July or September 2026, the device is rumored to feature the Exynos 2500, 8GB of RAM, and native Android 17 support.
Martin Filipov, 07 Jun 2026 14:38
A design model of the foldable iPhone Ultra in white.

This is our best look at Apple's first foldable iPhone (Ultra); Android-style selfie camera tipped

Hours before WWDC 2026, freshly leaked design models of the iPhone Ultra have shed light on the design language of Apple’s first book-style foldable. The latest info says we can expect only one color variant, while the dummy models show what looks like Apple’s first perfectly round punch-hole selfie cutout on the inside.
Martin Filipov, 07 Jun 2026 14:11
The ProBook 4 G2ah 14-inch starts at almost $2k in the US, unless you opt for FreeDOS.

Update | HP releases new 14-inch laptop with 8 GB RAM and 300 nit display for over $1,900

Update: Laptop now costs over $2,100. HP has released a new 14-inch laptop in the US. Featuring AMD Ryzen 200 processors, the ProBook 4 G2ah 14-inch starts at over $1,900 despite shipping with 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage and a 300 nit display.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2026 13:57
The X200 Ultra is one of many Vivo smartphones that will receive new camera features this summer.

Vivo announces major new camera upgrades for X200 Ultra and other modern flagships

Vivo has announced a major set of camera upgrades for multiple flagship phones. Rolling out this summer, the updates will be available across the X200, X300 and Vivo's X Fold series, including the X200 Ultra and X300 Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2026 13:11
The Microsoft campus in Redmond, Washington.

Microsoft forced into policy retreat over rogue zero-day researcher Nightmare Eclipse

Microsoft backtracks on legal threats against hacker Nightmare Eclipse following intense industry backlash over unpatched Windows Defender zero-days.
Darryl Linington, 07 Jun 2026 12:33
Lenovo's latest Legion 5 is smaller than its Gen 10 predecessor.

Lenovo releases new 15-inch compact gaming laptop with 1,000 nit OLED display in the US

Lenovo has finally started selling its latest 15-inch Legion gaming laptop in the US. Equipped with powerful Intel Arrow Lake HX processors, the Legion 5i 15IAX11 combines an 80 Wh battery with a 165 Hz and 1,000-nit OLED display in a package that is smaller than its Gen 10 counterpart, too.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2026 12:31
The official key art for the Wuthering Waves Version 3.4 preview, titled "The Dream Not Dreamed."

Wuthering Waves unleashes Cyberpunk collab and Adam Smasher

Kuro Games reveals the final Wuthering Waves 3.4 trailer at Summer Game Fest 2026, showcasing the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners crossover, free Rebecca rewards, and Night City.
Darryl Linington, 07 Jun 2026 10:53
A screengrab from Control Resonant

Control Resonant: Remedy began sequel work right after Control

Remedy began work on Control: Resonant soon after Control’s 2019 release, using years of prototyping, engine changes, and cross-discipline planning to shape its open-world, melee-focused sequel starring Dylan Faden.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 07 Jun 2026 09:00
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Series.

Galaxy Watch9 series leak shows no charging speed upgrade from Watch8

Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 at a rumored July 22 event alongside new folding phones. Two smartwatches with model codes SM-L3550 and SM-L7150 have appeared in China's 3C certification database, both rated for 10W charging, unchanged from the Watch8 series.
Antony Muchiri, 07 Jun 2026 09:00
A limited edition Steam Deck OLED

Deal | New game bundle offers 7 well-rated racing games for $10

Humble Bundle has introduced a new game bundle called the Redline Racing Bundle. This bundle contains seven racing games, most of which are Steam Deck-compatible, and it will expire on June 27, 2026.
Chibuike Okpara, 07 Jun 2026 03:29
City shown in Stellar Blade: Blood Rain

Generative AI in Stellar Blade: Blood Rain trailer could alienate Chinese players

The Summer Game Fest Stellar Blade: Blood Rain trailer shows evidence of generative AI tools. One gamer worries about the response to nonsensical Chinese characters in the video. After the Stellar Blade PC release date, data confirms that a majority of its Steam players were from China.
Adam Corsetti, 07 Jun 2026 03:02
Lenovo Yoga Pro 7i 15 Aura Edition

Lenovo charges more than $2600 for the Yoga Pro 7i 15, is this the new reality?

Lenovo's new Yoga Pro 7i 15 Aura Edition is a very good multimedia laptop, but the price of more than $2600 for the model with the GeForce RTX 5060 is steep. Is this the new reality or is the new Yoga simply too expensive?
Andreas Osthoff, 07 Jun 2026 00:56
Jun 6
An image showing a city in Age of Mythology: Retold.

Deal | Loved by 90% of players, this real-time strategy game is 50% off on Steam

Age of Mythology: Retold is a real-time strategy game where you have to face monsters and gods from various mythologies. But you’ll also need to manage your resources in order to defeat your opponents.
Alexis Stegmann, 06 Jun 2026 22:33
New Awesome Mint colourway has surfaced for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A27.

New Galaxy A27 leak reveals new color option

Samsung's Galaxy A27 has surfaced in an Awesome Mint colourway via a retail listing, expanding beyond the three shades previously revealed in leaked renders. The mid-range phone is expected in the second half of 2026 running Snapdragon 6 Gen 3.
Antony Muchiri, 06 Jun 2026 21:52
Banner showing Rockfort Island in Resident Evil Veronica

Resident Evil Veronica may be a semi-open world game after Steam tag justifies leak

In Resident Evil Veronica, players could have the option to cross Rockfort Island on a motorcycle. An insider who leaked the Code Veronica remake believes the game will include open-world elements. Past entries in the Capcom series have limited driving to scripted travel.
Adam Corsetti, 06 Jun 2026 21:41
The same Core Ultra 9 386H CPU in the MSI Cubi 3MG can run up to 25 percent faster on certain laptops

MSI Cubi AI+ 3MG is over 60 percent faster than before, but it could have been even better

Its Panther Lake-H CPU is impressive for the size and a huge upgrade over the CPU in the Cubi AI+ 2MG, but the super-small form factor has compromised performance somewhat.
Allen Ngo, 06 Jun 2026 20:29
A picture of the ModRetro M64 with its controllers

ModRetro M64: AMD Artix UltraScale+ FPGA powers N64 revival

ModRetro’s M64 is a new FPGA-based Nintendo 64 console built around AMD’s Artix UltraScale+ FPGA, aiming to reproduce original cartridge hardware behavior with tighter timing, input response, and accuracy than conventional emulation. Launching July 28, 2026, the system will start at $199 for early backers, alongside a $90 Bluetooth Pro Controller and a lineup of new N64-compatible titles.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 06 Jun 2026 19:34
The iPhone Ultra rival that could launch as the Xiaomi 18 Fold or Xiaomi Mix Fold 5 is slowly taking shape

Xiaomi 18 Fold or Mix Fold 5: HyperOS leak all but confirms iPhone Ultra competitor

Xiaomi is expected to take on Apple’s iPhone Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 this year with a compact and wide foldable in the same form factor, as images from a HyperOS leak now also support. They fit quite well with a display like that of a Huawei Pura X Max.
Alexander Fagot, 06 Jun 2026 19:03
The second display on the back of the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Pro Max could become significantly larger on the Xiaomi 18 Pro

Xiaomi 18 Pro: Big upgrade for unique feature of the Leica camera flagship phone rumored

Similar to stylish small flip phones, the practical secondary display on the back of the next Leica camera flagships could receive noticeable upgrades. According to the leaker, not only is a larger OLED panel expected, but quality is also said to improve noticeably.
Alexander Fagot, 06 Jun 2026 18:58
A new and affordable display could also work as a smart home control hub

3.5-inch display with microphone: This cheap screen can be a smart home hub

A new, affordable and relatively compact display could be particularly well suited for smart home use, as it comes with speakers and a microphone and can also process touch inputs. The new ESP32-S3 display also supports wireless connectivity.
Silvio Werner, 06 Jun 2026 18:54
Anbernic's latest software update arrives for several handhelds under the RG XX series.

Anbernic pushes new UI update to its RG XX handhelds

Anbernic has begun rolling out a new software update that brings a redesigned user interface to several handhelds. The update, which needs to be manually downloaded, is available for models under the RG XX series.
Habeeb Onawole, 06 Jun 2026 16:48
Acer @Computex2026 - cheap laptops, exciting handhelds

Video | Acer @Computex2026 - cheap laptops, exciting handhelds Computex

During Computex 2026, Acer unveiled their very own, completely new handheld based on Intel's custom silicon for mobile game consoles, refreshed a few of their gaming laptops, and took the wraps off their MacBook Neo competitor. Please enjoy our hands-on first impressions video directly from Taipei!
Alexander Wätzel, 06 Jun 2026 16:17
Age of Empires IV is available on Steam with a 65% discount until June 16, 2026.

Deal | Rare Steam discount: One of the most popular real-time strategy games returns to its lowest-ever price

Age of Empires IV is once again heavily discounted on Steam. With 65% off, the Anniversary Edition of the medieval RTS currently costs around $14 instead of $40, bringing it back to its lowest-ever price for the first time since December 2025.
Marius Müller, 06 Jun 2026 15:46
Guild Wars 3 was announced at Summer Game Fest 2026.

One of WoW’s biggest rivals is getting a sequel, but fans are already criticizing one detail

Guild Wars 3 was unexpectedly announced at Summer Game Fest 2026. The MMO sequel is planned for PC, Steam and PlayStation 5, but one detail is already causing concern among fans.
Marius Müller, 06 Jun 2026 14:55
Forza Horizon 6 players are calling for more consistent ghosting.

Forza Horizon 6: Bounty placed on reckless rammer – players call for ghosting

Frustration with rammers is growing in the Forza Horizon 6 community. A player on Reddit has now jokingly put a bounty on a reckless driver who sent him into the barriers with an unfair maneuver just as he was about to overtake. Many fans are now calling for more consistent ghosting – or a dedicated matchmaking system for aggressive drivers.
Marius Müller, 06 Jun 2026 14:41
The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E5 Formula 1 Edition.

TAG Heuer Calibre E5 gets F1 tracking as Monaco approaches

TAG Heuer updates the Connected Calibre E5 with live F1 tracking and iOS optimization while debuting the handless, 12-piston mechanical Monaco Speed 12.
Darryl Linington, 06 Jun 2026 14:37
The OnePlus Ace 6T.

OnePlus 10,000mAh phone with new Snapdragon chipset leaked

OnePlus is tipped to be working on a new performance-focused smartphone, possibly the OnePlus Ace 7T. A leak suggests that the device could feature a 10,000mAh battery and a new Snapdragon chipset.
Huzefa Baloch, 06 Jun 2026 11:05
Merlin looking appropriately smug in The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin.

Seven Deadly Sins Origin update adds Merlin and Sealed Sanctuary map

The latest Seven Deadly Sins Origin update introduces SSR Mage of Infinity Merlin alongside the new Sealed Sanctuary region and Taranis raid dungeon.
Darryl Linington, 06 Jun 2026 10:46

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