Pokemon Winds and Waves might not have turn-based battles as Game Freak veteran hints the combat system "could change" thanks to Pokemon Champions Winds and Waves are shaping up to be very different games GamesRadar · Aug 24
The Duskbloods closed network test had more applicants than Elden Ring Nightreign despite being a Switch 2 exclusive, FromSoftware lead reveals Nightreign being multi-platform didn't give it the edge here GamesRadar · Aug 24
Nintendo's Game Boy ads were outrageous in the nineties – here are three examples that would never get made today Is that a ferret down your trousers or are you just pleased to see these ads? Creative Bloq · Aug 24
Cyberpunk TCG feels like it's from the future, but it has a distinctly old-school secret weapon The Cyberpunk TCG complicates its win condition with everyone's favorite tabletop friend: dice GamesRadar · Aug 24
Google upgrades Gemini for Home with better Spotify, lighting and broadcast controls – but people still aren’t happy Google’s latest Gemini for Home updates just made it easier to use your smart speaker T3 · Aug 24
Foldable iPhone Ultra is apparently wowing early users — but the camera setup is the elephant in the room iPhone Ultra is set to be the most sophisticated iPhone ever made, but the missing telephoto lens could be a huge drawback. Tom’s Guide · Aug 24
Pokemon Halloween merch is super-effective, because it's already starting to sell out The Pokemon Center has revealed its Pokemon Halloween lineup for 2026, and some of its best items have already begun to sell out GamesRadar · Aug 24
Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching this week (August 24-30) There’s plenty to watch on Prime Video, but these are the three top 10 movies I’d stream first this week. Tom’s Guide · Aug 24
I miss playing these incredible and underrated Transformers games, and I (along with nearly 60,000 people) want to see some Xbox Backward Compatibility. The fan-run Xbox Preservation Website has listed The Transformers games as the highest third-party franchise fans want to see receive Backwards Compatibility on the modern Xbox console/PC ecosystem. Windows Central · Aug 24
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Pixel 9 Pro XL: Is it actually an upgrade? The Pixel 11 Pro XL is Google's latest phone, but how does it measure up against the Pixel 9 Pro XL? I used both phones, and I think the 9 Pro XL still has plenty to give. Android Central · Aug 24
DreamCloud Softer Mattress Topper review: Soothes hip and shoulder pain, even on the firmest mattresses I slept on the DreamCloud Softer Mattress topper — can it turn my firm bed into a mattress for side sleepers? Here's my honest review. Tom’s Guide · Aug 24
Tom’s Guide Computing Awards 2026: 22 game-changing laptops, desktops and peripherals The Tom’s Guide Computing Awards 2026 are here. Discover the 22 best laptops, desktops, components, and monitors tested and benchmarked by our editors. Tom’s Guide · Aug 24
A weekend with COD Modern Warfare 4 on PS5 Pro has confirmed most of my suspicions about the game A very interesting Open Beta T3 · Aug 24
As the Modern Warfare 4 beta goes on, Call of Duty devs reveal plans to ease pain points by tweaking weapons to "increase the minimum TTK" The fine-tuning is well underway GamesRadar · Aug 24
Tom’s Guide · Aug 24 I’m testing your ’70s movie knowledge with these 10 tricky questions — from ‘Star Wars’ to ‘Jaws’ Think you know your ’70s movies? Put your classic cinema knowledge to the test with 10 questions covering some of the decade’s biggest, most iconic films.
The Independent UK · Aug 24 iPhone Ultra: New details on Apple’s foldable phone – including its one downside Early testers are pleased with new device, apart from its camera, report claims
GamesRadar · Aug 24 I still can't afford the RetroTINK-6X CE, but given its 1440p abilities for $230, it's more likely to become my next retro upscaler than its siblings The RetroTINK-6X CE is a freshly revealed 1440p retro console upscaler with a cheaper $230 price tag than its top-end 4K siblings, but it packs a similar punch.
The Independent UK · Aug 24 More than a million people have complained about ‘AI slop’ on LinkedIn Workplace social network revealed a host of features attempting to stop rapid spread of artificially generated, low quality posts across the site
GamesRadar · Aug 24 As Hideo Kojima turns 63, the Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding creator says "I would like to remain focused on creating games" despite the interest in movies "I constantly need to reassess how I use my time and how I live my life"
Tom’s Hardware · Aug 24 Valve was founded 30 years ago today — changed PC gaming forever with Half-Life, then Steam Today marks Valve’s 30th birthday. The company was founded on August 24, 1996, by Gabe Newell and Mike Harrington, both Microsoft veterans.
Tom’s Hardware · Aug 24 Kyoto University builds transistor that survives 600C temperatures, compatible with standard fabs — Standard ion implantation and bottom-gate design fix leakage and voltage drift A research team at Kyoto University has built a silicon carbide transistor that operates at 600°C (873 K) using ion implantation.
Android Central · Aug 24 The Galaxy S27 Ultra looks like an outright iPhone copy in this latest leak Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra leak reveals iPhone-like redesign
GamesRadar · Aug 24 New GTA 6 leaks suggest Cyberleek has access to Lucia as fans become even more convinced they have Rockstar's full game in their hands Lucia is yet to be seen in the latest wave of leaks
T3 · Aug 24 Lidl's latest garden range starts at just £2.39 – but these £10 cordless secateurs are worth the trip alone Lidl Plus members get an extra 20% off the entire range
What Hi-Fi? · Aug 24 Fiio unveils its latest retro-inspired portable cassette player – but there's a catch Fiio has a change of plans