GOG acquired by CD PROJEKT co‑founder, DRM‑free future
On Dec 29, 2025, CD PROJEKT RED co‑founder Michał Kiciński acquired GOG for $25M. DRM‑free access remains; libraries intact; Galaxy optional. Store independent.
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vivo X300 Ultra leak: 200MP cameras, 7000 mAh, 2K LTPO
A fresh vivo X300 Ultra leak details a 2K LTPO display, dual 200MP + 50MP cameras, variable zoom, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 7000 mAh battery, spring 2026 launch.
TrendForce cuts 2026 global laptop shipments outlook
TrendForce cuts its 2026 outlook for global laptop shipments to 172.9M (-5.4%) as memory costs surge, risking 10.1% drop; OLED panels remain a bright spot.
Bluetooth headphone flaw in Airoha chips puts phones at risk
Researchers found Airoha-based Bluetooth headphones expose the RACE service, letting attackers read memory, steal pairing keys, and control your phone.
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AYANEO Pocket PLAY: modern Xperia Play-style gaming phone
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Samsung bets on 2 nm GAA in Texas to challenge TSMC
Samsung drops 4 nm and ramps 2 nm GAA at its Taylor, Texas fab, scaling to 50–100k wafers, with Exynos 2600 and a $16.5B Tesla AI6 deal to rival TSMC.
HKC 27-inch gaming monitor: 4K 200Hz or 1080p 800Hz
HKC reveals a 27-inch gaming monitor with dual-mode switching: crisp 4K at 200 Hz or esports-ready 1080p at 800 Hz. Specs and pricing are coming soon.
Motorola Signature flagship debuts Jan 7, 2026 in India
Motorola unveils the Signature flagship on Jan 7, 2026, with a design-first focus. India launch confirmed; Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and a curved display are teased.
Honor Power 2 debuts with 10,080 mAh battery, bold design
Discover the Honor Power 2 with a record 10,080 mAh battery, 80 W fast charging, Dimensity 8500 Elite, and a premium redesign. Preorders open before Jan 5 2026.
Motorized mousepad auto-aim: computer vision in action
YouTuber Basically Homeless built a motorized mousepad that auto-aims using a YOLO model and GRBL control, delivering subtle aim assist that evades anti-cheat.
New Ayaneo Pocket VERT: retro vertical Android handheld
Discover Ayaneo Pocket VERT, a retro-inspired vertical Android handheld with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 3.5-inch 1600×1440 display and AYASpace customization.
Xiaomi 17 flat-screen flagship leak Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
A leak teases a new Xiaomi 17-series flagship with a 6.8–6.9-inch flat display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and periscope zoom, tipped for a 2026 debut in China.
Samsung brings Google Photos to smart TVs first, with AI
Samsung adds Google Photos to smart TVs in 2026, debuting Memories, AI editing, and Vision AI Companion integration for tailored, themed slideshows at home.
Smartphone market shift: design over specs in 2025–2026
Analysts say the smartphone market is moving past specs: with performance parity, brands win on design and identity as 2025–2026 phones compete on style.
Gaming PC Built Into a Victorian Radiator by Billet Labs
Billet Labs turns a cast-iron Victorian radiator into a fully fledged gaming PC with a giant liquid-cooling loop. See the steampunk build, components and design
TSMC’s 2‑nm crunch: AI-fueled shortage and rising prices
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Apple iOS 26.2 emergency update fixes WebKit zero-days
Emergency iOS 26.2 patches two WebKit zero-days used in targeted attacks. Apple urges urgent updates on iPhone, iPad, macOS, watchOS and Safari. Update now.
iQOO Z11 Turbo on Geekbench: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 16GB RAM
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