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Pokémon x Uniqlo: From Pikachu to Charizard - 17 TCG Tshirts to drop this Summer

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Uniqlo’s latest collaboration with Pokémon TCG debuts 17 adult and kids shirt designs featuring both classic and card art. The collection launches in Japan mid-August, with a global rollout expected soon after.

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FU03: New mini PC features AMD Ryzen 7, up to 64GB RAM and 4TB SSD

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The FU03 is a new and quite powerful mini PC, which should be well-suited for more demanding use cases and settings. The device is further offered in different configurations and mostly designed for industrial settings.

Fairphone 4 will skip Android 14 update and jump to Android 15

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Fairphone has issued a statement announcing that the planned Android 14 update for the Fairphone 4 has been cancelled after missing its release date by months. Instead, owners should look forward to an update to Android 15.

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iReader Tango: New e-book reader with 30Hz and smartphone form factor revealed

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The iReader Tango is a new and compact e-reader that's practically the size of a smartphone. This e-ink device also has a fast refresh rate and an adjustable backlight.

Switch 2 leak claims Nintendo Direct may happen near console's release date with focus on games

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A Nintendo Direct could answer many remaining questions about upcoming Switch 2 games. In his latest Switch 2 leak, PH Brazil expects an event close to the console's June 5th debut. The showcase may feature Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Kirby…

High-speed e-scooter for off-road thrills — Ausom L2 Max reviewed

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The Ausom L2 Max is not street-legal in Germany, and also not street legal in most U.S. states due to its high top speed, but off public roads, it delivers impressive performance and plenty of excitement. We tested the e-scooter…

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NetherRealm confirms no more DLCs and story expansions for Mortal Kombat 1

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Despite fans clamoring for more DLCs and a new story expansion for Mortal Kombat 1, the developers have reiterated that the popular fighting game will not receive any new content. The studio says it is turning its focus on its next game…

Razer Blade 16 RTX 5080 laptop review: Almost as fast but so much cheaper

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$1000 savings over the RTX 5090 option. | We all prefer to have the GeForce RTX 5090 configuration, of course, but when the RTX 5080 option is $1000 less expensive, the slower SKU suddenly becomes so much more attractive. The performance…

Killer Steam deal: Brutal multiplayer shooter with 160K+ reviews gets biggest-ever 40% discount

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Deal | Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 is now 40% off on Steam at $35.99, hitting its lowest price to date. With very strong reviews, co-op gameplay, and an active player base, this may be the best time to jump in.

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Brutal skills-based Doom-like hack-n-slash roguelike with highly stylised visuals and Overwhelmingly Positive Steam reviews hits record-low price in new deal

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Deal | Mortal Sin is a first-person hack-n-slash roguelike with a strong emphasis on skills-based melee combat with a bit of spectacle fighter DNA added to the mix. Players carve through endless hordes of monsters in this heavily stylised…

Costco confirms launch day Nintendo Switch 2 price and discounts on games and Pro Controller

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Deal | Costco is providing rare chances for lower Switch 2 prices on the console's release date. The Mario Kart World Bundle and the Pro Controller are a better value than at other retailers. Costco members can also pre-order a discounted…

Dell 16 Plus with Core Ultra 7 256V and 2.5K screen discounted below $700

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Deal | The Dell 16 Plus comes with an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor, 16 GB of soldered RAM, a 1 TB M.2 solid-state drive, and a 16-inch IPS panel. Additionally, it features modern connectivity, including a Thunderbolt 4 port, Wi-Fi 7…

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Ugreen announces new NAS with Thunderbolt 4, OCuLink and up to 64GB DDR5

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Ugreen continues to expand its network storage lineup. At Computex 2025, the Chinese manufacturer showcased the iDX6011 Pro, which is a new high-performance NAS with an Intel processor and AI features.

Valve hints more third-party SteamOS devices are on the way

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Lenovo's Legion Go S won't be the only Powered by SteamOS device for long. Valve has revealed it is working with more partners and is open to more OEMs licensing SteamOS.

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New Steam co-op open-world RPG that blends cosy gaming, monster hunting, and city builder mechanics attracts nearly 50,000 players in under 3 days after launch

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Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is "life sim" game that drops players into a fantasy world. After that, the world is your oyster, with plenty of activities to engage in, from fishing and farming to monster hunting, questing, and…

Casio's new affordable AQS820 watches with Tough Solar arrive in the US

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Casio’s AQS820W hybrid solar-powered watches are now available in the US for $55.95. With 100m water resistance and solid basics, all three color options are listed as in stock - but with limited availability.

Samsung Galaxy A smartphones in 2025: Galaxy A56, A36, A26 and A16 in comparison

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CheckMag | While Samsung has streamlined its mid-range smartphone lineup in recent years, the company still offers many different devices in that price range. Therefore, we take a closer look at the differences by comparing the Galaxy A06,…

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Oppo A5x 5G: Oppo’s new budget range smartphone debuts with Dimensity 6300 SoC

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Oppo has introduced its latest affordable 5G smartphone, the A5x, in India. Oppo’s new budget-range smartphone features a 120 Hz display, a Dimensity 6300 processor, 4GB of RAM, up to 128 GB internal storage, and a large 6,000 mAh battery…

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Microsoft's bold move: Expensive Surface Laptop 13 now ships without a charger

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It’s a well known fact that many smartphones don’t come with a charger included in the box. Microsoft is now following suit and ships the new Surface Laptop 13 and Surface Pro 12 without a suitable power adapter, at least in Europe.

The PL4800 Audi Sport Edition is a $700 gaming chair from Vertagear

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Vertagear is collaborating with Audi to design a collection of high-end gaming chairs featuring design components from the German automaker. The chairs are already available for preorder although shipping doesn't start till mid-July.

DJI Mini 5 Pro: New sub-250 g drone revealed ahead of schedule with huge battery gains

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The DJI Mini 5 Pro has taken a step closer to release after being spotted in test flights earlier this month. Now, the new sub-250 g drone has appeared at a US regulatory body with a significantly larger battery than the current Mini 4 Pro.

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Battlefield 6 leak: Free-to-play battle royale mode allows eliminated players to help teammates with drones, turrets, cameras

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Dataminers have found that Battlefield 6 will have a battle royale mode with some interesting and unique features. It is said to be the remaster of “Operation Firestorm” from Battlefield V.

Sharge releases new unusual Dot Matrix Screen Charger

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Sharge has launched two new accessories in China, 100W and 140W versions of the Dot Matrix Screen Charger. As indicated by the name, the product has a dot matrix display on one side, showing charging information. Each variant offers a…

New Casio G-Shock color-changing watches coming to more countries

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Casio has listed four new G-Shock BGA-10 watches at its online stores in European countries, such as the Netherlands, Spain, and Germany. These Baby-G watches have an unusual color-changing design feature and are water resistant to 10 bars…

SwitchBot's new vision keypad brings face ID to the Lock Ultra

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The SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision combo is a retrofit smartlock with "iPhone-grade" facial recognition. The home automation company has also launched the 3rd-gen SwitchBot Hub which now features a programmable dial.

TAG Heuer launches new limited edition Monaco Chronograph Stopwatch

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The TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Stopwatch, a limited edition timepiece, is now available worldwide. This model has a vintage-inspired design with the signature left-sided crown and various sub-dials. It is a premium watch with a titanium…

4,000 nits and 540 Hz: Asus shares details about future gaming monitor sporting new Tandem RGB OLED panel

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Asus has shared early details about a new ultra-fast OLED gaming monitor. Scheduled for release before the end of the year, the new ROG Strix or ROG Swift model will be an early example of LG Display's Tandem RGB OLED panel technology,…

Vivo Pad 5 primed to launch soon as premium Android tablet

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Vivo asserts that its next new Android tablet will launch with "really fast, really cool, real flagship" specs - even if some of those are slightly less than up to date. The Pad 5 may indeed make for a more cost-effective alternative to…

Arc Raiders may release early next month, or at least have a release date announcement

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Arc Raiders fans have something to look forward to as June 6 marks an important date for the game. Coinciding with Summer Game Fest, the developers may share a release date for the game or even better, release the game.

HackberryPi_CM5: New Raspberry Pi project transforms popular SBC into Cyberdeck and retro handheld

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The HackberryPi_CM5 is a new project builds on the older HackberryPi that debuted last year. Replacing the Raspberry Pi Zero 2W with the more powerful Compute Module 5, the HackberryPi_CM5 creates a portable Linux computer thanks to…