Poco X8s makes a smaller phone without surrendering the battery
A 6.35-inch display, 6,330mAh cell and separate telephoto camera make this a more interesting compromise than size alone suggests.
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vivo Y600 puts a 10,000mAh battery in a phone. The record needs context
China gets the new handset first. Battery chemistry, capacity and a controlled endurance record explain more than the headline number alone.
QSSR on PS5, explained: sharper games, frame-time costs and the limits of AI upscaling
A detailed guide to Sony’s standard-PS5 upscaler, with original comparison frames, independent measurements and practical advice on resolution, graphics modes and PSSR.
Rocket League’s latest update, explained: v2.78, Honor Duels and Halloween
A detailed guide to the new shop previews, Black Market conversions, replay fixes and current Season 24 events—including what remains unresolved.
Thermaltake CAPO X fits two PCs in one case. The heat still has to go somewhere
The dual-Micro-ATX layout consolidates space, not computing resources. A sponsored build review illustrates why simultaneous load changes the cooling plan.
Civilization VII’s hardest revision was giving players their history back
A new developer interview explains the decision behind May’s Test of Time update. Continuity and mechanical variety need not be the same choice.
Xbox changed your Home background? Check the event setting, not just the wallpaper
Event artwork and selected-game art have separate controls. Microsoft documents how to keep temporary launch backgrounds from taking over.
Huawei Pura 90 Plus reservations reveal the options, not the full price
The Chinese store lists three storage tiers and four finishes ahead of October 28. Its ¥200 payment is a deposit, and global availability remains a separate question.
HyperOS 4 explained: the interface, features and limits behind Xiaomi’s update
A detailed visual guide to Soft Light Glass, Notes, Recorder, Smart Hub and HyperCore, with official screenshots, explained performance claims and regional release distinctions.