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Major God of War sequel from Cory Barlog said to come out later this year

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Following the God of War announcements at State of Play, an insider has shared information about another God of War title. This is said to be the mainline sequel that is being developed by Santa Monica Studios under Cory Barlog.

Astronomers observe a star turning into a black hole in the Andromeda galaxy

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Astronomers have detected a star turning into a black hole in the Andromeda galaxy. Although it is difficult to observe due to its size, this could lead to the discovery of new black holes in the universe.

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Cheaper Hisense 4K MiniLED TV now available in the US

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The Hisense M7 MiniLED TV has been launched in the US. This is a relatively cheap model, currently offered in sizes up to 60 inches. Features of this entry-level TV include Google TV, an integrated speaker with support for Dolby Atmos and…

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 is coming: These Kojima classics are included

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Konami has unveiled the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 with a corresponding announcement trailer. The collection includes two main entries and a Game Boy Color spinoff. The retro collection is set to launch this summer.

Garmin signals major new stable update release coming for high-end smartwatches

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Garmin has begun offering what appears to be the final update in its latest beta cycle for multiple high-end smartwatches. Rolling out with Aviation, Dive and ECG features enabled, the new beta should transition to stable System Software…

Intel Core Ultra 5 338H & Arc B370 Benchmarks - Almost as fast as the Acr B390

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We had the chance to test the performance of the new Intel Core Ultra 5 338H including the Arc B370 GPU with 10 Xe cores in some benchmarks. The results are very promising and the performance difference to the Arc B390 is small.

Leak reveals Apple iPhone 17e including refreshed design, price and four major upgrades

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According to these rumors, the Apple iPhone 17e will be officially unveiled in just a few days. A usually fairly reliable leaker has already revealed the design, price and key specs of the next-generation "budget iPhone" ahead of time.

Lenovo teases cross-ecosystem features for its new compact Legion gaming tablet

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The Legion Y700 Gen 5 is set to launch soon as a new flagship gaming tablet, and Lenovo is slowly revealing its core features. With a new teaser, the company shares that the device will come with Super Interconnect 3.0, enabling "smooth…

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New Huawei Band 11 Pro rear its head with brand new design

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Early evidence of a new Huawei fitness tracker has surfaced online. Featuring a redesigned exterior, the Huawei Band 11 Pro will be available in multiple colours and could debut globally before the end of February 2026.

OPT100 NeoFilm packs compact camera into a film roll format

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With the OPT100 NeoFilm, the popular Kodak Charmera gets another competitor. The tiny digital camera looks like a 35mm film roll but it sports a display, microSD card slot, and an 8MP CMOS sensor, all of which make the camera fully…

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro appears on Geekbench as leaker reveals colors and configurations

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The Nothing Phone (4a) and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro are expected to launch as early as March. A Geekbench listing is already providing clues about the flagship model’s processor, while a leaker has revealed details about the available…

New Xiaomi 4K Mini LED TVs with up to 144 Hz launching globally

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Xiaomi's new TV S Mini LED 2026 is on the way to markets worldwide. Recently spotted on the brand's global website, this 4K QD-Mini LED model will be offered in sizes from 55 to 98 inches. Features across all sizes include Google TV and…

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Microsoft Surface Pro but a ThinkPad: New Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Detachable leaks with Trackpoint

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An early leak has revealed Lenovo's next attempt at building a ThinkPad-branded 2-in-1. Tipped to feature Intel Panther Lake processors, the ThinkPad X13 Detachable Gen 1 could be more repairable than the Microsoft Surface Pro without…

High-tech plush: The Pokémon Company unveils its most realistic Pikachu yet

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The Pokémon Company has unveiled a new collector’s item designed to excite fans – an animatronic Pikachu described as the most lifelike version of the iconic Electric-type mascot to date.

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Asus launches Logitech MX Master 4 rival with swappable switches and long battery life

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The Asus ProArt Mouse MD301 has been launched in China. With the launch price being CNY 599, around $86.8, this wireless mouse stands as an affordable rival to the Logitech MX Master 4. The global launch timeline is still unclear.

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Renders show a Miyoo clamshell with a removable battery and TrimUI features

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Miyoo might be developing a new clamshell handheld with some interesting design choices. Leaked renders show the handheld not only has a removable battery, but also borrows some features from the TrimUI Brick.

Lava Yuva Star 3: Budget phone debuts with Android 15 Go and 90 Hz display

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Lava’s Yuva Star 3 brings Android 15 Go Edition, IP64 protection, and a 6.75-inch 90 Hz display to the ultra-budget segment, with retail reporting pointing to ₹7,499 pricing in India.

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Now free on the Epic Games Store: Nobody Wants to Die (only until February 19)

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Deal | From February 12 through February 19, the cyberpunk detective game Nobody Wants to Die is available for free on the Epic Games Store. If you claim the title within that time frame, it will remain in your library permanently. Here’s…

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Colorful EVOL P15 launches with RTX 5060, RTX 5050 and 165Hz QHD screens

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Colorful has officially listed new product pages for its 2026 EVOL P15 gaming laptops, featuring Nvidia's latest-generation RTX 5060 and RTX 5050 Blackwell GPUs.

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OnePlus releases new February 2026 OxygenOS update with improved AI Eraser, new video editing tools, updated AI Writer, and more

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OnePlus is rolling out a massive February 2026 OxygenOS update, bringing powerful new video editing tools and an enhanced AI Eraser to its smartphone lineup. The update rollout has already begun for eligible devices ranging from the new…

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New Citizen Promaster Navihawk chronograph launched with B620 Eco-Drive caliber and sapphire crystal

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Citizen USA has launched a new Promaster Navihawk timepiece - the CA4664-60E - a 40 mm black sunray pilot chronograph. Powered by the B620 Eco-Drive caliber, it features a sapphire crystal, 200 m WR, and an MSRP of $595.00.

High on Life 2 studio says PS5 was always "lead platform", after dropping Xbox exclusivity

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The Squanch Games CEO reveals why High on Life 2 isn't releasing as an Xbox exclusive. Despite the first shooter debuting on Microsoft’s consoles, it was most successful on PlayStation. The executive also suggests that Xbox Game Pass has…

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PlayStation Plus February 2026 Game Catalogue officially revealed: 10 new games coming to Extra and Premium

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Sony has officially announced the PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup for February 2026. This month appears to be a strong one for members, as a total of 10 games are being added.

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Wanbo Cube 2 Pro: Compact smart projector can produce 120-inch image

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The Cube 2 Pro is a projector that features a fairly stylish design and an integrated stand. The stand allows flexible placement, including projecting onto a ceiling. Image adjustments are handled automatically.

Haru Mini retro camera takes on Kodak Charmera with a 20MP sensor in tiny retro SLR body

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The Kodak Charmera is getting competition from Japan in the form of the Haru Mini retro camera, which is modeled after a classic SLR camera. Despite its tiny size and low weight of 2.4 oz, the camera is fully functional and even sports a…

Honor Magic 8 Pro gets camera grip with zoom control and 200mm telephoto lens

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The Honor Magic8 Pro is one of the more interesting camera flagships thanks to a 200MP periscope telephoto camera and a 50MP f/1.6 main camera with a large sensor. Telesin has now introduced a camera kit that is intended to turn the…

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Epic Game Store announces new mobile free game of the week

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Deal | The Epic Games Store is continuing this month's spout of giveaways with a new freebie for mobile gamers. Available between February 12 and February 19, A Fumble in the Dark is the second game in The Darkside Detective series. The…

Official: New QD-OLED Penta Tandem monitors launching globally in 2026

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Samsung Display has announced plans to release new high-end OLED monitors this year. Falling under new QD-OLED Penta Tandem branding, the new monitors will join recent 27-inch and 32-inch examples that already benefit from its five-stack…

Amazfit app update brings new feature to more smartwatch users

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The new version of the Zepp app for Amazfit smartwatches is now available for Android. Version 10.0 was recently added to the Google Play Store. It brings these users a new Badges feature, designed to add another level of motivation to…

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Sony relaunches WH-1000XM6 over-ear wireless headphones with new version

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Sony has kicked off 2026 by refreshing one of its popular pairs of over-ear wireless headphones. Arriving without a price increase over its original MSRP, the new model adopts a Sank Pink finish to distinguish itself from Sony's initial…