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"They've taken about $250,000 of your money for a product that's not finished" - Unico's faux CRT TV commits retro gaming cardinal sins during early testing
A prototype of the Unico Traveller ULW10, a faux CRT retro gaming monitor, has been reviewed and found to have significant lag issues, with over 100ms of delay reported. Despite the product's appealing concept and design, reviewers like Robert Neal from RetroRGB state it is not ready for release and has taken substantial funds from backers without proper testing.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro has an A20 Pro chip and smaller Dynamic Island
The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to feature the A20 Pro chip and a smaller Dynamic Island. It will also be available in a new burgundy color option.
This Fake CRT TV Is A Brilliant Idea That Fails In The Most Essential Way
The Unico Traveller ULW10, a portable display designed to emulate the look of a classic Sony PVM CRT, fails to satisfy either casual or enthusiast retro gamers. While its nostalgic shell is appealing, its limited input options (lacking composite and component) and standard LCD screen without CRT-like post-processing effects make it a disappointing middle-ground product.
China: Improved Nintendo Switch 2 display seemingly hits mass production
An improved display for the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2, reportedly from Sharp, has seemingly entered mass production. This new screen, which addresses some concerns raised by Digital Foundry regarding the original Nintendo Switch's display, has appeared on Chinese reselling websites.
POCO F9 Pro Review: Maxed-Out Benchmarks and a 185Hz Gaming Display
The POCO F9 Pro is a powerful flagship smartphone that excels in mobile gaming performance, boasting a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V-series platform and a 185Hz AMOLED display. It delivers excellent benchmark results and smooth real-world gaming, complemented by responsive touch controls and Bose-tuned audio. While video stabilization could be improved, its capable cameras, flexible charging, and competitive early-bird pricing make it a strong contender for performance-focused users.
LG Drops the Metal Mask: FLiPP Promises Brighter, Longer-Lasting OLED at Any Size
LG has unveiled a new OLED manufacturing technique called FLiPP (FMM-less Innovative Pixel Patterning), which eliminates the need for metal masks. This new process promises 1.6 times the brightness and 2.4 times the lifespan of current OLED panels, with a 13 percent reduction in power consumption. LG plans to implement FLiPP in tablets and monitors first, with potential applications ranging from 1-inch wearable devices to ultra-large televisions.
LG's new OLED manufacturing tech can make panels bigger and brighter
LG has unveiled a new OLED manufacturing breakthrough that will enable the production of brighter, sharper, and longer-lasting panels of virtually any size. This advancement in display technology promises significant improvements in visual quality and panel durability.
Tests show newer OLED TVs can still experience significant burn-in because they're much brighter, proving that you…
New tests from RTings indicate that newer, brighter OLED TVs manufactured between 2020 and 2023 do not show significant improvements in burn-in resistance compared to a 2017 LG model. The increased brightness appears to offset any advancements in mitigation technology. While this represents a worst-case scenario, users with static-heavy content can reduce brightness to mitigate burn-in.
OLED monitors more popular than ever says analyst firm, which makes sense as one of the few good deals left in PC gaming
Analyst firm TrendForce reports a significant surge in OLED monitor shipments, with a 26.1% increase in the last three months and a 98% rise year-over-year, largely driven by the PC gaming market. Adoption is particularly strong for 27-inch QHD monitors, with brands like Asus, Samsung, and MSI leading the market share, indicating a healthy and competitive display sector benefiting consumers.
Pixel 11 Pro vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Comparing their cameras, display, battery and specs
This article compares the Pixel 11 Pro and the Galaxy S26 Ultra, focusing on their camera capabilities, display quality, battery life, and overall specifications. Google's flagship devices are positioned as direct competitors to Samsung's offerings.
MSI unveils its first 4K OLED monitor using a promising inkjet-printed panel, and it's not made by Samsung or LG
MSI has unveiled its new 27-inch 4K inkjet-printed OLED monitor, the Pro Max OLED 271UPJW12, featuring a 120 Hz refresh rate and 1,000 nits peak brightness. This monitor utilizes TCL's inkjet printing technology, offering a potentially cheaper alternative to traditional OLED panels from LG and Samsung, with a focus on color precision for professional use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 hands-on: Wider is better
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 features reworked aspect ratios for both its internal and external displays, with the hands-on preview suggesting that a wider form factor is an improvement. This iteration focuses on display enhancements for a better user experience.
Morning Mobilization
FATE: Reawakened has launched its Prometheus DLC and controller support for mobile devices. Separately, rumors suggest the iPhone 18 Pro may feature new display upgrades.
Are OLED TVs still worth the premium in 2026?
This article analyzes the continued value of OLED televisions in 2026, considering their premium price point against other display technologies. It explores scenarios where 'lesser' technologies might offer competitive advantages despite OLED's overall superiority.
LG Ultragear Evo GX9 review: "In some ways, it's the best gaming monitor I've ever seen."
The LG UltraGear Evo GX9 39GX950B is a 39-inch ultrawide gaming monitor featuring LG's Tandem OLED panel technology with a 5K2K resolution, offering impressive immersion and pixel density. While it boasts excellent brightness, response times, and features like G-Sync and DisplayPort 2.1, its stingy two-year warranty and the upcoming Alienware AW3926QW with a superior RGB-stripe subpixel structure make it a cautious purchase despite its high price.
The Razer Blade 18 steps up to some of the most powerful gaming laptops I've tested and nearly steals the win
The 2026 Razer Blade 18 offers powerful performance comparable to top-tier gaming laptops, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus CPU and up to an RTX 5090 GPU. While its slimline design, dual-mode 4K display, and impressive battery life are notable, its high price and incremental CPU update make it a difficult recommendation, especially compared to the older model or competitors like the MSI Raider A18 HX.
Evening Mobilization
Samsung's new Titanium Flex technology, which is only 30% the width of a human hair, is the key to the creaseless display on the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8. Google is also offering its Pixel Care+ service.
Switch 2 Lite still MIA but OLED model could be sooner than you think
Nintendo is reportedly considering an OLED model for the Nintendo Switch 2, with mass production possibly starting in late 2027 or early 2028. This potential revision would feature an upgraded resolution and address current screen ghosting issues. Samsung is reportedly pushing Nintendo to prioritize this OLED model over a potential Switch 2 Lite.
New rumours suggest Nintendo could be looking into upgrading the Switch 2 with an OLED screen
New rumors suggest Nintendo is considering an OLED screen upgrade for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, potentially launching in 2028. Samsung Display may supply the OLED panels, similar to the original Nintendo Switch OLED model. This upgrade could also address issues like screen delay and ghosting.
Nintendo is Looking Into an OLED Version of the Switch 2 – Rumor
Nintendo is reportedly considering a future OLED version of the Nintendo Switch 2, potentially launching as early as 2028. The company is evaluating the cost of OLED displays compared to the current LCD panels, with Samsung being a potential supplier. This follows a similar hardware refresh cycle seen with the original Nintendo Switch.
