Technology and Gadget Reporting for 2026-08-07
Today’s news coverage from our Technology and Gadget favorites. Today's edition includes 100 articles from 15 sites. We chose these from 1191 articles found on 56 sites.
Today's featured sites are:
Stuff, Discovering Cutting-Edge Gadgets and Tech | Electronics Weekly, Latest from Tom's Hardware , Gadget Salvation Blog, Gearfuse, Tech Digest, Scargill's Tech Blog, Gadget Gram, PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips, The Best gadgets on The Awesomer, News – CNET, The Gadgeteer, WIRED, Geeky Gadgets, Latest from Tom's Guide .
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is Samsung’s best yet – but can’t escape the shadow of its wider baby brother
Minor gains, a higher price, and a more tempting alternative puts the 2026 Ultra in a tough spot
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
Apple’s 20th anniversary iPhone is on the way, and you’ll want it for these key features. Could this be the best iPhone yet?
Apple is apparently planning its biggest iPhone redesign since the iPhone X, and its rumoured plans are suitably ambitious…
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
Get the Gadget Master newsletter!
Ensure you receive the latest and greatest Gadget Master posts, hot and fresh, straight into your inbox! The post Get the Gadget Master newsletter! appeared first on Electronics Weekly.
Discovering Cutting-Edge Gadgets and Tech | Electronics Weekly
Aug 4, 2026 - electronicsweekly.com
The best upcoming movies for August 2026 and beyond
All the top movies due to be released this year – and 2027. What are you looking forward to the most?
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
This 144-piece toolkit is a must-buy for hobbyists and PC builders for under $40 — pocket a 20% saving on this screwdriver set with two drivers, 120 magnetic bits, and 22 repair tools for your projects
Pick up this 144-in-1 repair toolkit from Strebito, with 120 bits and a number of other tools, for less than $40 right now, saving you 20%.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
China cracks down on copycat chip designs with new regulations and penalties — new guidelines enforce originality and independent development
China tightens legal protections for domestically developed chip layout designs by raising originality requirements and strengthening infringement penalties.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Your Apple Watch’s sleep scores are higher than other fitness trackers. Here’s why that’s not a problem
After testing countless sleep trackers, I can say with certainty the Apple Watch tracks high. But is that a bad thing? I’d argue no.
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
Three major PC makers now using Chinese memory to fight 'unprecedented memory shortage,' report claims — HP, Asus, and Acer using 'small amounts' of CXMT chips in limited number of notebooks for non-US market
A new report claims that HP, Asus, and Acer have started to use a small amount of CXMT memory chips in notebooks for non-US markets.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Best foldable phone in 2026 reviewed and rated
These sci-fi phones transform into tablets
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
16GB GPUs and 8-core CPUs officially become the most popular configs on Steam — Latest hardware survey shows modern gaming's growing hunger for more resources
For the first time in Steam history, 8-core CPUs have overtaken 6-core CPUs and GPUs with 16GB of VRAM have overtaken 8GB GPUs. Even though the hardware survey doesn't represent everyone, it still ind...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Grab a new Secretlab sit-to-stand desk for $699 — Save $50 as the Magnus Evo receives its first-ever discount
Secretlab has finally reduced the price of the Magnus Evo standing desk. In its first-ever discount, you can save $50 on a new sit-to-stand desk.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Worth the $2,100+ Price Tag?
Is the latest Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra actually worth the steep cost, or has mobile tech officially crossed into luxury absurdity? Find out here.
Gadget Salvation Blog
Aug 4, 2026 - gadgetsalvation.com
Key Considerations That Influence the Outcome of Your Appointment With Car Accident Lawyer Richard Hariis
When facing the aftermath of a car accident, navigating the legal landscape can be daunting. Selecting the right attorney is critical to ensuring that your case is handled with expertise and care. Car...
Gearfuse
Aug 4, 2026 - gearfuse.com
Retrofitting an Older Home with Modern Smart Tech
One to two months depending on availability and complexity The post Retrofitting an Older Home with Modern Smart Tech appeared first on Gearfuse.
Gearfuse
Aug 4, 2026 - gearfuse.com
Apple challenges UK Government demand for access to encrypted iCloud data
Apple has launched a fresh legal challenge against the UK government, escalating a long-running dispute over encrypted user data. The tech giant is pushing back against a new Home Office […] The post ...
Tech Digest
Aug 4, 2026 - techdigest.tv
I mixed pizza dough like a pro with this brilliant spiral mixer – here’s why it’s a must-have
The new Ooni Halo Core Spiral Mixer will up your pizza game significantly…
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
The best upcoming TV shows for August 2026 and beyond
All the highlights coming to a small screen near you this year
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
Chinese ship spotted lurking over Taiwan-US undersea cables — 'research vessel' seen loitering above the 8,000-mile Pacific Light Cable Network fiber-optic system
A new video shows Taiwan’s Coast Guard warning a 200-ft long Chinese-flagged research vessel, spotted loitering over a fiber internet cable, to change course.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
‘Apple is getting this wrong,’ says OpenAI — startup blasts iPhone maker over lawsuit alleging it stole confidential information through ex-Apple employees
OpenAI denies Apple's allegations in a blog post. The company claims that it doesn't have and even doesn't want its rivals trade secrets.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Lenovo LOQ Essentials 15 Gen 11 Review: A good display meets a low-power RTX 5060
The Lenovo LOQ Essentials 15 Gen 11 pairs an RTX 5060, 144 Hz display, and excellent upgradeability with a comfortable keyboard, but its low-power GPU configuration and outdated CPU leave it strugglin...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
At least 37 people arrested in 2026 so far for protesting against data centers, most for breaking 'petty rules' — most taken into custody acted peacefully
Data center protesters are getting arrested for minor infractions, yet they continue pushing back against these projects. Aside from the arrests, there's also at least 12 instances (probably more) whe...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Chinese chipmaking tool roadmaps examined — Beijing's nascent lithography tools target DUV production at five machines a year, and an EUV prototype with no chips
Ultimately, three markers will indicate whether China’s domestic DUV program is a legitimate rival or yet more state-sanctioned hot air.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Apple TV 4K 2026: the upgrades we want from the next-gen box (and what we won’t get)
Shoving an A17 Pro inside an Apple TV won’t be enough to revive the fortunes of Apple’s little black box
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
PC cooling outfit Arctic reverses tariff-era price hikes after US government refund — lowers prices across lineup, including coolers and case fans
The company says it is honoring its earlier promise to reverse tariff-driven price increases, becoming one of the first PC hardware vendors to publicly roll back pricing after a major court ruling.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Sonoff Dongle Plus CC2674P10 – The New Zigbee Coordinator
I recently received the new Sonoff Zigbee Dongle Plus, primarily sold as a Zigbee coordinator. It’s a USB device – and you would plug it into a computer (Raspberry Pi for example) running for example ...
Scargill's Tech Blog
Aug 4, 2026 - tech.scargill.net
The 10 Best College Dorm Room Gadgets of 2026 (Student-Tested Gift Guide)
Looking for the best college dorm room gadgets? Our 2026 GadgetGram gift guide features the top technology upgrades to help students study smarter, stay organized, and enjoy dorm life. The post The 10...
Gadget Gram
Aug 4, 2026 - gadgetgram.com
New HBF spec outlines tech that can give GPUs terabytes of extra memory — Sandisk and SK hynix unveil spec with up to 16-Hi NAND stacks, 3 TB/s bandwidth, UCIe
Sandisk and SK hynix formally introduce HBF specification that promises up to 3 TB/s of bandwidth eventually, though only four companies are currently interested in the technology.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Time to Resubscribe? Get Big Walk, Dying Light 2, and Signalis With PlayStation Plus This Month
Is Sony's monthly gaming subscription worth the price in August? Here's how to decide if this month's game selection tips the scales in your favor.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
OpenAI: Here's What Apple's Trade Secret Theft Lawsuit Gets Wrong
The company is trying to win public support as Apple claims 11 additional OpenAI staffers may have also illegally used the iPhone maker's trade secrets.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
US water facilities targeted by ‘malicious cyber actors’, Spotify profits down
Late last week, federal authorities issued a stern warning saying “malicious cyber actors” were targeting water and wastewater facilities in at least seven states across the US. Minnesota appeared to ...
Tech Digest
Aug 4, 2026 - techdigest.tv
August's Best Smart Thermostat Deals Bring Hot Savings on Cool Brands Like Google, Ecobee, and More
Ready to make your heating and AC bills drop every month? A smart thermostat uses science to perfectly manage your home, and you can get one for cheap.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Lenovo Googlebook 15 Renders Give First Look at Style and Substance
The laptop features a clean aesthetic with a slimline keyboard and Android-style software.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
A Sparkling Clean Deal: Wipe Almost 50% Off This iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum
This intelligent, LiDAR-guided iRobot Roomba 105 robot vacuum delivers 70X more power-lifting suction and custom room targeting, while saving over $140 right now at Walmart.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Apple to Face $32.5 Billion Lawsuit Over Facial Recognition in Photos App
Apple is accused of violating Illinois law by collecting users' biometric information without consent. After several efforts to get the case thrown out, a judge ruled that it must go ahead.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Kioxia and Sandisk demonstrate the world's highest-density 3D NAND flash — 332 active layers and up to 4,800 MT/s interface
Kioxia and Sandisk introduce BiCS10 3D QLC NAND device with a record areal density of over 37 Gbit/mm^2.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Cinematic Saves: Take $170 Off With This Anker Nebula Portable Projector Deal
The pocket-sized Nebula Capsule 3 throws a massive 120-inch 1080p display with licensed Google TV streaming straight onto any wall or ceiling, and it's over 30% off right now on Amazon.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
What Happens When AI Clones Your Face? Inside the Terrifying Rise of Digital Doppelgängers
When AI copycats steal real creators' faces and content, social platforms do little to help. I spoke with victimized creators and legal experts to figure out how we can actually protect ourselves, and...
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
The best Lego games ever – scratch your brick-building itch without needing acres of storage
From Star Wars to Batman, these are the brick-built adventures that deserve a place in your collection
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
The 7 Best Back-To-School Desktop PC Discounts You Can Get Right Now
Save big bucks on top-performing PCs for the dorm room or the family room, featuring deals on Dell, HP, Lenovo, and other top brands.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Texas slams on the brakes for 1,800 data centers, power grid requirements are five times higher than peak record demand — 474 gigawatts of power requests are now subject to new moratorium
Gov. Greg Abbott (R) instructed PUCT and ERCOT to pause all data center applications until they complete an audit on all the information that data center developers must submit. The move reportedly ca...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
This PC Cooling Vendor Is Using Its Tariff Refund to Slash Prices
German vendor Arctic is looking to pass on tariff-related savings via a sales promotion on Amazon and eBay that reduces the price of its various liquid coolers and cases.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
US mulling ban on key Chinese networking tech in data center component crackdown — White House wants to impose restrictions in 2026, China says it will respond if necessary
Sources say that the FCC is drafting a ban on optical transceivers for data centers. These components, which convert electrical signals into light signals, are said to pose a risk as they can be used ...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Nimble Sharepower Portable Charger
Sharing is caring, especially when your devices run out of juice at the same time as your buddy’s. Now you both can recharge with one portable power bank: Sharepower, the world’s first sharable batter...
The Best gadgets on The Awesomer
Aug 4, 2026 - theawesomer.com
Need a New Laptop? Prepare to Pay Double Your Budget
The surging costs of memory and storage make for bad news for back-to-school laptop shoppers and tech consumers as a whole. Our recent survey shows a disconnect between expectations and actual prices....
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
More GPU price hikes loom for Asia as Japanese distributor warns of new increases — CFD Sales signals 20% to 40% higher prices on Gigabyte graphics card orders starting this month
Japanese technology supplier and distributor confirms that the Gigabyte graphics card will cost between 20% and 40% more due to a new price increase.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Telegram: Extortionist Duped Apple Into Delisting Our App
Telegram's CEO warns that the same tactic could be used on other iOS developers.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Stop Deleting Photos To Free Up Space When 1TB of Storage Is Only $160 for Life
Koofr's lifetime plan gives you a private, encrypted place to offload the photos and videos clogging up your phone. And right now, a special code makes it 80% off!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
The Best External SSDs for 2026
Dump that poky portable hard drive! External solid-state drives are faster than ever. Check out our top-rated SSDs, plus detailed advice on how to buy the right one for you.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Best Laptop Deal of the Day: Go Ahead and Deduct $430 From the Dell 16
In the market for a bigger-screened laptop that gets the job done without shelling out more than $1,000? The Dell 16 does it all, and for $800 right now, too.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Shop Dell's Back-To-School Sale For Huge PC Hardware Discounts
Need a new laptop or desktop for the student in your life? Dell has exclusive discounts on top-rated machines for every class.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Snag Some Ink-Redible Back-to-School Deals on Printers From Canon, Epson, and HP
It's BTS season, and we've gathered some of the best deals on printers to make sure you don't ever miss out on an assignment. Score large discounts on the biggest names out there!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
You Gotta Hear About This Deal: Take 51% Off the Beats Studio Pro Headphones
With solid ANC, great sound, and stellar style, the Beats Studio Pro headphones are a perfect pick for your next over-ear headphones. And right now, they're over $180 off!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Can Play the Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta Now
You can play the Gears of War: E-Day beta, Ball x Pit and more this month.
News – CNET
Aug 4, 2026 - cnet.com
This Deal is a Breath of Fresh Air: Take 25% Off the GermGuardian Air Purifier
Clean out the pathogens and smells in your room with the GermGuardian Airsafe+ air purifier. It's now on sale for $27 off.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
How to Watch the 2026 Leagues Cup Live Without Cable (Even for Free)
Missing the World Cup? Don't worry, there's more competitive football madness as Major League Soccer and Liga MX clubs collide in the 2026 Leagues Cup. Here's how to watch every match.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Is the Google Pixel 11 HiLight this year’s most important new feature? We just learned exactly what it does
It's not a Pixel Glow, it's a HiLight and it'll reportedly be revealed on August 12 at the Pixel 11 Made By Google event.
Stuff
Aug 4, 2026 - stuff.tv
Microsoft to Engineers: Don't Go Crazy With the AI Use. It's Not Cheap
'Tokenmaxxing is not what we are optimizing for,' EVP Jay Parikh tells employees in an email.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
An Odyssey of a Deal: This Samsung Gaming Monitor Is an Epic 33% Off
The 27-inch Samsung Odyssey G6 is a gaming monitor that packs a punch with a gorgeous OLED screen, a zippy 240Hz refresh rate, and a blistering 0.03ms response time. All for less than $400!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
The Best Robot Vacuums for 2026
Want to keep your floors clean without lifting a finger? The top robot vacuums we've tested are more capable and affordable than ever.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Upgrade Your Dev Setup With Visual Studio Pro 2026 for Just $29.97
Built-in AI features, CodeLens, and GitHub integration help streamline coding without changing the way you work. Take 94% off this professional IDE while you can!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Starlink Hits 12 Million Subscribers, V3 Satellites Headed to Operational Orbit
Despite recent price changes, the satellite internet service added 1.7 million more paid subscriptions during Q2, according to SpaceX's earnings report.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
AMD doubles data center revenue year over year, but gaming revenue plunged by 31% — CEO Lisa Su says prices have 'weighed on' consumer demand but is 'optimistic' about client market
AMD reported record revenue in Q2 2026, including doubling its data center business year-over-year, but gaming revenue dived 31%.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 4, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Starlink Mobile Won't Just Be Satellites, But a Ground Network Too
The company plans to use tech from Starlink dishes to develop low-cost cellular equipment, creating a hybrid terrestrial/satellite network with Starlink Mobile.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 4, 2026 - pcmag.com
Huawei MatePad Air 2026 Review: This Thin Tablet Makes a Strong Laptop Replacement Case
The HUAWEI MatePad Air earns its name. The display feels smooth and easy on the eyes, the edges feel sleek in my hands, and the tablet stays remarkably portable even with the case and Smart Magnetic K...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 4, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
How Well Are You Protected? Rate Your Antivirus or Security Suite Solutions Today
Tell us all about the anti-malware brands you use to defend your PCs, phones, and more against threats. Then, enter to win a $250 Amazon card.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 5, 2026 - pcmag.com
The New iPod Question: Is Owning Music Worth the Friction?
A phone makes music effortless, then fills the same screen with messages, feeds, and alerts. The FiiO SNOWSKY ECHO NANO takes the opposite approach: it gives local music its own tiny device, a physica...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 5, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
PopHaus Collective Bacon Lettuce Throwdown: The Ultimate Food Fight Card Game
Bacon Lettuce Throwdown is a fast-paced, sandwich-making party game where you race to collect ingredient cards and complete recipes before anyone else. Everyone plays at the same time, creating nonsto...
Gadget Gram
Aug 5, 2026 - gadgetgram.com
xTool WonderPress: The complete 5-in-1 creator kit has arrived
An initial look at the complete xTool WonderPress 5-in-1 creator kit before hands-on testing.
The Gadgeteer
Aug 5, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
Growing Gadgets: Pressed Grass Could Change Tech Housing
Plantd's pressed grass panels offer a test of how sustainable materials could enter familiar gadget manufacturing workflows.
The Gadgeteer
Aug 5, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
Privacy Phone Choices: GrapheneOS, Fairphone, or Convenience?
I wouldn’t choose a privacy phone until I listed the banking, transit, authentication, and government apps I can’t lose. That list turns a vague privacy upgrade into a buying decision, because Graphen...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 5, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
Sony’s Disc-Free PlayStation Tests Whether You Still Own Your Games
A game disc is still one of the few pieces of tech you can lend, resell, or run without asking an account server for permission. Sony just put a date on that version of ownership. The company announce...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 5, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
Which New Samsung Foldable Phone Should You Buy? Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, or Flip8?
Samsung’s folding phone family has a new middle child with a fresh form factor, but which of its eighth-gen foldables is right for you?
WIRED
Aug 5, 2026 - wired.com
The Ontario RAT 3 Is Still a Practical Fixed Blade, but the Sheath Matters
Most fixed blades under four inches try to stay out of the way until the moment you need them. That is the appeal of the Ontario Knife Company RAT 3: it gives you a real fixed blade without crossing i...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 5, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
HoverAir VERSA Merges a Drone with a Pocket Gimbal Camera
The HOVERAir VERSA is a compact device that merges the capabilities of a drone with a pocket-sized gimbal camera, designed to support versatile content creation. According to TechAvid, one notable fea...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
A New Device Eases One of the Most Annoying Parts of Routine Physicals
Nobody likes getting a swab shoved up their nose. A startup in Japan has developed a much less intrusive system.
WIRED
Aug 5, 2026 - wired.com
Smart Glasses Need Invisible Cooling Before All-Day Wear
Smart glasses have spent years promising a computer you can wear all day. Heat is the part of that promise that keeps getting left out. Put a processor, cameras, wireless radios, translation tools, an...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 5, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
Breaking: Google Pixel Watch 5 Design Just Leaked
The Google Pixel Watch 5 is set to expand upon the foundation laid by its predecessor, emphasizing practical enhancements over dramatic changes. Leaked renders reveal that Google is focusing on improv...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Iron Nitride Magnets Could End China’s 80% Rare Earth Grip
China’s dominance over rare earth magnets has long posed challenges for industries reliant on these critical materials, from electric vehicles to renewable energy systems. Rare earth elements like neo...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Crazed modder turns NAS into a gaming PC with RTX 5060 hanging from the side, boosts frame rate by 828% — Frankenstein rig hides dedicated PSU in drive bay, breaks Time Spy world record for the onboard CPU
A modder has attached a full-sized RTX 5060 graphics card to a ZimaCube 2 NAS server and achieved up to 8x faster performance in games. The jerry-rigged setup doesn't look the most polished, and the C...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 5, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Surprising Twist for the Rumored $2,000 iPhone Fold Ultra
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch its first foldable iPhone, potentially named the iPhone Ultra, later this year. This highly anticipated device is expected to debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro ...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
NVIDIA RTX 4060 Runs Cyberpunk 2077 on Snapdragon X2 Elite
Pairing an NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU with an ARM-based ASUS ZenBook 16 laptop powered by the Snapdragon X2 Elite CPU showcases the growing possibilities of external GPU (eGPU) setups on ARM platforms. In a ...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Glorious Wireless InfinitePlay Gaming Headset Review
The Glorious Wireless InfinitePlay offers solid sound, quality comms, and never-ending uptime at a reduced price. There’s a handful of trade-offs, but this headset has more wins than losses and is def...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 5, 2026 - tomshardware.com
7 easy vegetables to plant in August that thrive as summer fades
August is the secret to a longer growing season — 7 vegetables to plant now.
Latest from Tom's Guide
Aug 5, 2026 - tomsguide.com
3 Best Tracking Devices for Your Keys, Wallet, and More (2026)
Lose something? Here are the best Bluetooth trackers to avoid pocket-patting panic.
WIRED
Aug 5, 2026 - wired.com
The Citizen Watches Flying Under the Radar This Year
Most watch roundups reward the loudest launch, not the one people may actually remember six months later. Citizen’s first half of 2026 was easy to miss if you were tracking Seiko’s anniversary divers ...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 5, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
Apple Glasses May Finally Arrive with an Unexpected Approach
Apple is preparing to make a significant impact on the wearable technology market with its upcoming AI-powered smart glasses, expected to debut at WWDC 2027. These glasses take a bold departure from t...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Scale to Fit Shrinks Large Excel Tables for A4 Printing
Printing Excel tables onto A4 paper can be challenging, particularly when dealing with large datasets or detailed layouts. My Online Training Hub explains how features like Page Break Preview can help...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Prime Video top 10 shows — here’s the 3 worth binge-watching this week (August 5-11)
Our weekly guide on the three shows currently dominating Prime Video’s top 10 list, including the first season of a tense action-thriller.
Latest from Tom's Guide
Aug 5, 2026 - tomsguide.com
SpaceX shares fall over AI spending concerns
Shares in Elon Musk’s SpaceX tumbled nearly 9% in after-hours trading following the release of the company’s first-ever earnings report as a publicly traded entity. The sharp decline was driven […] Th...
Tech Digest
Aug 5, 2026 - techdigest.tv
I found the 11 best back to school laptop deals at Best Buy — starting at just $199
Most of these laptops are between 40% and 50% off, so if you're in need of a laptop for school, now's the time to buy.
Latest from Tom's Guide
Aug 5, 2026 - tomsguide.com
Viral Mugshot Accounts Are Humiliating Women Years After Their Arrests
Mugshawtys and similar pages often frame mugshots as thirst traps. The women featured are mocked and are sometimes sexually harassed in a form of public shaming.
WIRED
Aug 5, 2026 - wired.com
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra or Standard Fold 8? Here’s Which One Is Built for You
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra represent two distinct approaches to foldable smartphone design, each catering to different user needs and preferences. While the Fold 8 Ultra emphasizes f...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Homeowners urged to mosquito-proof their yards this summer with one simple garden lighting trick
Stop mosquitoes from ruining your summer — use this one garden trick to reclaim your patio.
Latest from Tom's Guide
Aug 5, 2026 - tomsguide.com
Best Buy has slashed $900 off this MacBook laden with memory — 14-inch M4 Pro with 48GB of memory and 2TB of storage now only $2,999
In a time of extreme memory and storage pricing, this Apple MacBook Pro deal from Best Buy slashes $900 off the 48GB M4 Pro machine.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 5, 2026 - tomshardware.com
The DJI Mic Mini 2S Delivers 11 Hours of Continuous Battery
The DJI Mic Mini 2S offers a compact and accessible solution for creators seeking high-quality audio recording without the complexity of advanced setups. As highlighted by Mark McGee, this microphone ...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 5, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
No One Can Afford to Make ‘Myst’ Games Anymore
“Myst” sold over 6 million copies in the ’90s. Its latest spinoff couldn’t shore up any funding, pointing to an existential crisis among double-A games.
WIRED
Aug 5, 2026 - wired.com
I’ve been using Apple’s MacBook Neo long-term – here are my honest thoughts on how it performs day-to-day
I’ve been using the MacBook Neo laptop quite a bit over recent months since its March reveal and here’s how I’ve found using it over that time
Stuff
Aug 5, 2026 - stuff.tv
Montech TG3 Panoramic Mid-tower case review: a fantastic value, with four included RGB fans and panoramic views
Montech's TG3 is a marvelous value in the budget mid-tower space, with ample room for components and four included fans. It also offers solid noise-normalized cooling for the CPU and a good all-around...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 5, 2026 - tomshardware.com
How to watch 'How to Catch a Dirtbag' online — stream the Tizzy Ent investigative series from anywhere
Tizzy Ent cracks down on crime and bad behavior in this investigative series - here's how to watch "How To Catch A Dirtbag" online and from anywhere.
Latest from Tom's Guide
Aug 5, 2026 - tomsguide.com
I ditched my MacBook Pro for the Dell XPS 13 — here's why I returned to Windows
After switching from Windows to macOS, I've now returned to Microsoft's platform thanks to the new Dell XPS 13. Here's how it happened.