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Last updated: October 10, 2026, 2:50 AM ET
Gaming
Arc Raiders techpowerup.com has reached its highest player count in six months following the 2.0 update and a free weekend, a sign that Embark Studios' ongoing support is paying off.
Peripherals
Epomaker has launched the HE60 techpowerup.com, an affordable wireless magnetic gaming keyboard offering 8 kHz polling, extending the company's HE line after its recent HE65 V2 release.
Mobile News
Last updated: October 10, 2026, 2:40 AM ET
Upcoming Flagships
Oppo may be preparing a wide-screen phone with an unusual form factor, according to fresh leaks. Meanwhile, rumors suggest iQOO's next Neo model could debut a world-first 2K 185Hz OLED gsmarena.com panel, a potentially significant leap for high-refresh displays.
Battery Race
Xiaomi's Redmi lineup keeps pushing capacity higher. The Redmi Turbo 6 Max is reportedly tipped for a 10,000mAh battery and a 7-inch display, building on the Turbo 5 Max's 9,000mAh cell.
Apple News
Last updated: October 10, 2026, 2:40 AM ET
Apple Hardware & Displays
An OLED MacBook Pro 9to5mac.com is expected to lift premium display shipments, according to a new Counterpoint Research report.
Software & Carriers
Apple has released 9to5mac.com an AT&T carrier update for the iPhone 18 Pro Max on the iOS 27.2 beta.
Streaming
John Cena's Matchbox The Movie 9to5mac.com is now streaming on Apple TV for subscribers.