As you know, support for Windows 10 ends on 14 October 2025, and Microsoft planned to issue extended security updates (ESUs) only to those users who enable Windows Backup (and therefore subscribe to OneDrive). But pressure from Euroconsumers changed the game: in the European Economic Area, the updates will now be free for everyone.
Today, 26 September 2025, Asus has started taking pre-orders for the new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X portable gaming consoles, created in partnership with Xbox. Pre-orders are accepted at the Microsoft Store, Asus eStore, and authorised Asus partner stores.
Mercedes-Benz will only produce already ordered EQB vehicles until the model's generation change. From the beginning of 2026, it will be replaced by a successor - the new GLB with EQ technology on the MMA platform.
The novelty received an advanced laser navigation system and support for voice control
Xiaomi has introduced a new 5000mAh magnetic power bank with the Xiaomi 17 and 17 Pro series. The product, called the Jinshajiang Power Bank, costs $45 and can charge both Xiaomi and Apple smartphones. Xiaomi has confirmed full compatibility with the iPhone 17 lineup, including the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air.
Toyota has unveiled the local version of the 2026 model year Highlander SUV in China and it's quite different from the US version.
Oppo has officially unveiled two mid-range models - A6 Pro 5G and A6 Pro 4G. Traditionally, the company paid attention to battery capacity and enhanced body protection. In most markets, only one version will be available - 5G in countries where fifth-generation networks have already been launched, and 4G only in the rest. The models differ in processor and RAM capacity.
Xiaomi has introduced two new tablets - the Pad 8 and Pad 8 Pro - focused on multimedia, education and productivity. Both models have the same 11.2-inch display but differ in processors, cameras and memory configurations.
The Chinese tech giant has unveiled a car personalisation programme.
Xiaomi held an event to announce its 17th line of flagships: Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. All models received powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processors and huge batteries, while the Pro and Pro Max received an additional screen on the back and a good telephoto camera. The cameras of all models feature Leica technology.
Dreame Technology, a well-known Chinese manufacturer of home appliances, has published official images of its upcoming car. It is a large SUV strongly resembling the Rolls-Royce Cullinan.
The FAW-Volkswagen joint venture has produced the first batch of vehicles to be exported from China. 554 sedans of the Magotan and Sagitar models will be shipped to the Middle East.
Samsung has updated the colour palette for two mid-range models - Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G. The new variants are already available to order.
