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Budget version of Asus ROG Xbox Ally X gaming handheld now at its lowest price to date

Deal | After a release date price hike, the ROG Xbox Ally wasn't tempting enough for some buyers. However, with a discount of over $100, it’s a better match for the Steam Deck OLED or Legion Go S. For much less than the ROG Xbox Ally X,…

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Lenovo Legion Go 2 Controllers now available to buy on Amazon, starting at $59.99

The Lenovo Legion Go 2's Truestrike controllers are compatible with the original Legion Go. Now, available to buy on Amazon, interested buyers can purchase them for their improved ergonomics and additional features they have over the…

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Garmin Fenix 8 Pro and other high-end smartwatches receive vibration fix with new update

Garmin has quietly introduced a new beta update for high-end smartwatches including the Fenix 8 Pro. Available globally as a free update, Beta Version 20.23 resolves a recent issue affecting vibration patterns when charging.

New OneXPlayer X1 reveals itself with Intel Panther Lake, Arc B370 and 32 GB RAM

Several leaks have highlighted specifications for the first Intel Panther Lake handheld. Equipped with a different processor and iGPU than expected, the new OneXPlayer X1 will feature more RAM than competing AMD and Intel gaming handhelds…

Sunday, Dec 7

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Topdon TC002C Duo review: A thermal camera for every smartphone

While newer iPhones have embraced USB-C, not all thermal cameras play nicely with Apple's devices. Often, you need specialized hardware that then becomes incompatible with Android smartphones. Topdon is putting an end to this frustrating…

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Tesla finally puts an end to forgetting iPhones in the car

Tesla's big 2025 Holiday Update will soon be rolling out to customers with a plethora of new features. Some of those are true Christmas miracles that owners have been wishing on for a long, long time.

The GPU war is over: Nadella says AI’s new ceiling is the power grid

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella confirms the GPU shortage is over. The new AI bottleneck is power: Microsoft has chips sitting in inventory it can't plug in. Why the race for data center grid capacity and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) is now…

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Snapdragon 8 Gen 5: CPU and GPU benchmarks showcase OnePlus Ace 6T performance

So far, Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 has only been featured on the OnePlus Ace 6T. That phone has now been put through the usual CPU and GPU benchmarks, to see how its chipset performs in comparison to last year's Snapdragon 8 Elite.

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Sega confirms it will use AI in game development ‘only in appropriate use cases’ as rising costs push studios toward efficiency

Sega Sammy Holdings has confirmed it will adopt AI to boost efficiency in game development amid rising costs, but pledges to limit its use to “appropriate” non-creative workflows to avoid fan and industry backlash. The move comes as Sega’s…

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Going All-AMD for a month - Is Strix Halo still good?

Video | With their Strix Halo APU, AMD released a serious contender for Apple's M-Series Chip in early 2025, and I wanted to see if devices powered with the monster APU would be daily driver material. In this video, I will walk you through…

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'Amazing' Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor drops to new record-low price

Deal | The Alienware AW3423DWF is currently enjoying a generous discount. This 34-inch curved QD-OLED gaming monitor, featuring a QHD resolution and 165Hz refresh rate, is now available for $499.99, which is a new record-low price on…

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New Jolla Phone arrives with SailfishOS 5; available to pre-order for €499

Jolla is back with a new smartphone with a new version of Sailfish OS. However, it won't be mass produced until next year, and with shipping expected to begin at the end of H1 2026.

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From Jony Ive to Johny Strouji: Apple iPhone and Mac chip designer set to leave for an AI company

Apple has lost a lot of talent to Meta and other Silicon Valley juggernauts lately, and the departures will keep coming. Its inability to craft a solid AI-centric approach may be to blame.

Compact smartphone with fantastic battery life: Motorola Edge 60 Neo verdict

Despite its compact size, the Motorola Edge 60 Neo delivers excellent battery life, even though the stylish Android phone doesn't have a silicon-carbon battery. Beyond its battery capacity, this budget-friendly smartphone has a lot to…

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TrustKernel intros PlugOS for PlugMate, allowing Android to run on iPhone, Mac, and more

PlugOS has made a formal debut as an Android-based secure operating system that PlugMate runs on. This combination offers the ability to run Android on different devices, including Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos unleashed as robotic, picture-pooping dogs

Robots are capable of many things: they can be used as household helpers, factory workers or in the healthcare sector. However, one of the most amusing uses of current robot dogs is probably to impersonate prominent figures such as Elon…

Anbernic rolls out an update to fix the RG DS ahead of shipping

The Anbernic RG DS will begin shipping very soon to those who pre-ordered it. However, when it arrives to the owners, it should run a new software version that has fixed issues that were discovered by early testers.

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Flagship camera phone could be set to debut even sooner than expected

According to a new leak, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra could be much closer to launch than expected. The flagship phone has now been rumored to be set to debut this month in China, potentially before Christmas, even.

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OnePlus Pad Go 2: More details of upcoming mid-range tablet surface

After releasing the Ace 6 and Ace 6T in China, OnePlus seemingly has a new tablet in the works as well. This tablet is said to be a mid-range offering based on an Oppo model, and is expected to launch globally as the OnePlus Pad Go 2.

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Humble Bundle discounts $203 worth of Steam Deck-compatible games to $20

Deal | Humble Bundle has introduced a new game bundle to its current collection — Team 17 - Chains of Command Encore. This bundle is worth $203 and is selling for $20. It will expire on December 9, 2025.

Windows 11 Full Screen Experience (FSE) tested on an RTX 5050 laptop shows Quick Resume–like behaviour seen on Xbox Series X/S consoles and reduced RAM usage

Microsoft’s Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) is now accessible on standard Windows 11 desktops and laptops through the Insider programme, offering a console-style launcher, streamlined navigation and reduced background overhead. Early…

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Steam expands its free games collection with more new additions

Deal | The free games collection on Steam has expanded once again. These newly spotted freebies were mostly released in late November 2025, and so far, a good number of them already have good player ratings.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 at lowest price ever on Amazon

Deal | Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 smartwatches, available in 40 mm and 44 mm sizes, have dropped to their lowest prices ever on Amazon for the holidays. Both models arrived in July 2025 with brighter displays and thinner bodies compared to the…

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Phantom Blade Zero release date reveal announced for The Game Awards, launching on PC and PS5

The stylistic action-RPG Phantom Blade Zero will play a role at The Game Awards 2025. Developed by the Chinese S-Game studio, it aims to turn all combatants into skilled martial artists. After a release date announcement at the show,…

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Suitable for expeditions and incredibly bright - Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 smartwatch review

Radio under water. | Huawei introduces a new flagship with the Watch Ultimate 2, a smartwatch built with premium materials, excellent craftsmanship and rare features such as a dedicated dive mode with underwater communication. The AMOLED…

Saturday, Dec 6

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An affordable and large tablet with an Android 20 guarantee – Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 Pro review

A metal case and long battery life. | Xiaomi's Redmi series is known for affordable and high-quality tablets, and the 12.1-inch Redmi Pad 2 Pro stays true to this tradition. With prices starting at £249, it boasts a very solid feature set…

Samsung Galaxy S26: First render images found in One UI 8.5 beta

Rather bland render images of the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra have now appeared in a beta version of One UI 8.5. Additionally, Samsung is finally expected to catch up with Apple and Google by equipping the Galaxy S26…

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Engineers convert lobster shells into robot parts that lift, grip, and swim; could usher in more sustainable robots

A group of engineers has converted discarded lobster shells into robot parts that can lift, grip, and even swim. The feat could help repurpose crustacean waste into useful and sustainable robotic components.

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“Celebrated on Steam, and rightly so” – popular tactical RPG finally available again for under $10

Deal | Currently available again for around $9, this tactical RPG puts you in charge of a band of mercenaries hunting down a notorious outlaw. Well-reviewed and praised for its depth, Battle Brothers offers a demanding and highly rewarding…

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Tesla FSD now allows phone usage while driving, and gift subscription to HW3 vehicle owners

Tesla is not offering to admit any liability in case something goes wrong when the driver is using their phone while on FSD, though. Those who'd like to give the gift of FSD to others can now do so in the form of a subscription card.