An eagle-eyed gamer recently came across something on the Nintendo Accounts portal pertaining to the Switch 2 and what could be a new variant of the gaming handheld cum console. That is the speculation, at least. The discovery was posted on Bluesky by a user known as dootsky, who found an unused model code under [] The post A Posting On Nintendo's Account Page Hints At A Potential Switch 2 Lite appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Xiaomi has launched a brand new compact portable battery called the UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank. The name might not roll off the tongue, but at just 6mm thick and 98g in weight, it more than lives up to its promise. It is also the latest addition to the slowly growing thin power bank market. From [] The post Xiaomi Launches UltraThin Wireless Power Bank With 5,000mAh Battery appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Over the years, Windows 11 has had its fair share of bugs, with new ones emerging almost as soon as the old ones are squashed. One may recall the longstanding issue preventing some devices from powering off despite choosing the Update and shut down option, which Microsoft finally resolved back in November. Now, a somewhat [] The post Microsoft Rolls Out Emergency Fix For Windows 11 Shut Down Bug appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Capital A has officially completed the disposal of its aviation businesses to AirAsia X Berhad (AAX), marking the end of a six-year restructuring journey that began after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted global aviation. The group confirmed the completion in a Bursa Malaysia filing dated 16 January, positioning both companies for their next phase as separate [] The post Capital A Completes Aviation Disposal; Consolidates Airlines Under AirAsia X appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

The ASUS ROG Phone 9 was released locally on December of 2024. And while there have been variants and special editions in 2025, the ROG Phone 10 was not one of them. Since then though, it looks like the company has confirmed that it will be moving away from smartphones. Instead, as with almost every [] The post ASUS Confirms No New Smartphone Models; Goes All In On AI appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

OpenAI has confirmed that it will begin testing advertisements on ChatGPT in the coming weeks, marking a significant shift for a service that has so far remained ad-free across both free and paid tiers. The initial rollout will apply to free users and subscribers on the lower-priced ChatGPT Go plan, with ads first appearing in [] The post OpenAI To Test Ads On ChatGPT Free And Go appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

It seems that the consensus of the performance of Monster Hunter Wilds on PC is mixed at current. To some, it's smooth enough to not disrupt the gameplay experience. Others find it only slightly better than the technical mess that was its beta. And as I noted back then, things were especially bad in multiplayer [] The post Monster Hunter Wilds Seemingly Runs Better On PC With All DLC Installed appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

A PC Gamer recently shared a cock-up on PNY's part, and its level of quality control (QC). The case was simple: Redditor ExtraCrunchy had purchased an NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti from the brand and was getting some PCIe error messages on HWInfo. As they attempted to reseat the GPU, they found the problem: a sticker [] The post PC Gamer Discovers RTX 5070 Ti PCIe Pins Covered By Warranty Sticker appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

U Mobile is continuing to expand its 5G network coverage as part of its ongoing ULTRA5G rollout. This time, the expansion covers key areas in Bangsar, where the telco has also opened a new full-service retail store. The opening aligns with the companys growth strategy while also offering convenience for its users. With this latest [] The post U Mobile Expands ULTRA5G Coverage To Bangsar Shopping Malls appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

The Tesla Model Y has recently gotten an update, and now those updated models have been made available in Malaysia. It is available in two models, the Standard Range Rear-Wheel Drive and Long Range All-Wheel Drive. Starting from the inside, the refreshed Tesla Model Y features a 16-inch screen in the middle. Which is a [] The post Updated Tesla Model Y Now Available In Malaysia From RM195,450 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Sony has revealed via its official YouTube channel that it will host an audio- focused product launch event on 21 January 2026, but a recent leak has likely spoiled the surprise ahead of time. According to Dealabs, the device in question is very likely to be the LinkBuds Clip, also known by its model number WF-LC900. [] The post New Sony LinkBuds Clip Leak Ahead Of Official Debut Next Week appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

OpenAI is largely known for ChatGPT, but it is no secret that the AI startup has been looking to get into hardware as well. A while back, the company teamed up with former Apple designer Jony Ive to develop a range of AI-driven devices, including one without a screen. Now, recent leaks have offered some [] The post ChatGPT-Powered Sweetpea May Be OpenAIs Answer To Apple AirPods appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

It's being reported that Sony is planning on rolling out the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution 2.0, or PSSR 2.0 for the PlayStation 5 Pro (PS5 Pro) console early this year. And by early, the source of the leak says within Q1 2026. The leak serves as a reminder of an initial report from March last [] The post Sony Reportedly Planning On Rolling Out PS5 Pro PSSR 2.0 Update In Q1 2026 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

DJI has launched the new RS 5 camera gimbal in China and Hong Kong, introducing software and hardware enhancements, tracking accur

You can't deny that gaming handhelds saw a resurgence after the launch of Valve's Steam Deck, and with that, the floodgates the console camera rushing out major PC brands like ASUS, MSI, and even Zotac. The one name missing from this list is, as you've no doubt guessed, Gigabyte. This isn't because the company isn't [] The post Gigabyte Won't Build An AORUS Handheld Just For The Sake Of Making One appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

It looks like Netflix is expanding its longstanding partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment. In a joint statement, the two firms announced a multi- year agreement granting Netflix global streaming rights to Sonys film catalogue. This Pay-1 licensing deal enables the streaming service to host these films following their theatrical releases. This new agreement expands on an [] The post Netflix Secures Global Streaming Rights For Sony Films In US$7 Billion Pay-1 Deal appeared first on ..

Do you use ShopeePay when you buy games off of the PlayStation Store? If you do, then this is definitely something you'll want to know. The Sony videogames subsidiary has informed gamers that ShopeePay users will have to complete the eKYC verification process to continue using it. This comes via TechNave, which shows the email [] The post PlayStation Store Payment With ShopeePay Will Require eKYC Completion appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

ASUS has found itself in the spotlight again, and in a not-so-favourable one at that, after one of its staff allegedly told the Australian Techtuber, Hardware Unboxed, that it had halted the production of its GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB models. Supposedly, the PC brand says that it has effectively shifted both [] The post ASUS Denies Claim It Is Discontinuing Production Of RTX 5070 Ti appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Enthusiasts of personal audio devices will likely be familiar with the Fast Pair tech by Google. Unfortunately, it has been discovered that the tech has a flaw that allows hackers to hijack the feature. With that done, they can then not only listen in on you via said devices' mic, they can also push audio [] The post Flaw In Google Fast Pair Audio Devices That Could Give Hackers Access appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

MediaTek has announced two new additions to its lineup of mobile chipsets. The first of the two is the Dimensity 9500s, which is meant to power premium smartphones. Meanwhile, the Dimensity 8500 is a more modest SoC for mid-range devices. Either way, the company emphasises performance, efficiency, as well as gaming capabilities as highlights for [] The post MediaTek Officially Unveils Dimensity 9500s And Dimensity 8500 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Spotify has announced a price increase for its Premium subscription in several markets, raising the monthly fee from US$11.99 (~RM48.71) to US$12.99 (~RM52.77) per month in the United States, Estonia and Latvia. The streaming platform confirmed that the new pricing will take effect starting February, aligned with each subscribers billing date, and affected users will [] The post Spotify Raises Premium Prices In Select Markets; Malaysia Unaffected For Now appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

In addition to the Redmi Note 15 lineup, Xiaomi launched the Redmi Buds 8 Lite under its Redmi sub-brand. According to the company, the entry-level earbuds offer practicality, with fast charging and durability as some of the highlights. The buds are equipped with 12.4mm titanium-diaphragm drivers to deliver a balanced and detailed sound. Moreover, they [] The post Redmi Buds 8 Lite Lands In Malaysia For RM79 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

It has been some time since we last heard about the Mijia Smart Audio Glasses, Xiaomis audio-focused eyewear accessory. As such, it comes as a pleasant surprise that the company is now bringing the latest incarnation of wearable to the Malaysian market, alongside the Redmi Note 15 series. For those unaware, the original Smart Audio [] The post Xiaomi Launches Mijia Smart Audio Glasses In Malaysia; Priced From RM799 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

When it was first introduced last year, the Kodak Charmera took the world by storm, attracting photography enthusiasts and casual users alike. What's more, it was sold out almost immediately, prompting most to wait for a restock or, god forbid, cave to scalper prices. Adding to the intrigue is the fact that its a blind [] The post The Kodak Charmera Is A Reminder To Just Enjoy The Little Things appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

The REDMI Note 15 Pro 5G has just landed in Malaysia, and with its arrival comes the new robust standard for smartphones. It may look like your everyday smartphone, but in actuality it is a hardy partner designed to withstand everyday challenges. Featuring a heavily reinforced body with quadruple waterproofing certifications, this smartphone is designed [] The post REDMI Note 15 Pro 5G: Titan Durability Thats Made To Last appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Xiaomis sub-brand Redmi has officially unveiled the new Redmi Note 15 series of smartphones in Malaysia. As the name suggests, this lineup of devices serves as the sequel to last years Redmi Note 14 series. However, unlike the previous generation that only had two devices, the Redmi Note 15 features a total of four devices. [] The post Redmi Note 15 Series Now Official In Malaysia; Starts From RM799 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

BMW Group Malaysia has announced that it is working on research and developing second-life applications for EV batteries. Or more specifically, such use cases for rural and community electrification initiatives.To that end, it has signeda Memorandum of Understanding with University Malaysia for the endeavour. From the announcement, the partnership will include the research and development [] The post BMW Malaysia, Universiti Malaya Partner For Research On EV Battery Reuse appeared first ..

While Google has yet to unveil the Pixel 10a, much has already been spilled about the smartphone. The newest member of the Pixel 10 family was the subject of some leaks not too long ago, and now more details have emerged, including a possible launch date. This new set of leaks comes from @MysteryLupin, who [] The post Google Pixel 10a May Launch On 17 February, Claims Leak appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

BMW Malaysia has officially introduced the BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport Pro assembled at its Kulim plant in Kedah, marking the brands first locally assembled electric vehicle in Malaysia and the Asia-Pacific region. The move also positions the Kulim facility as a regional hub, with BMW marketing the locally built i5 across Asia-Pacific markets. Compared [] The post BMW Launches Locally Assembled BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport Pro; Starts From RM368,800 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Staff at a design office in South Korea became victims when a thief broke into their office. The highlight of this story is that the thief specifically targeted their PCs for their DDR5 memory. In a post on the South Korean forum, Zod, the victims described the incident as a smash-and-grab job; the thief literally [] The post Thief In South Korea Broke Into Office To Steal DDR5 RAM From PCs appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) says that it has reached out to the Elon Musk-owned social media platform, X. The government body says that it wishes to discuss the temporary suspension of its AI chatbot, Grok, on the platform. Fahmi Fadzil, Communications Minister, said that he wishes to have a meeting with the [] The post MCMC Wants To Meet With X To Talk About Temporary Suspension Of Grok appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

One of the main reasons to buy a Tesla EV was its Full Self-Driving feature, even if it has failed to live up to its name. Though in a month's time, you won't even be able to buy the feature any more. This is because company owner Elon Musk has announced that the feature will [] The post Elon Musk: Tesla To Make Full Self Driving Subscription Only After 14 February appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

TNG Digital has partnered with Ant International to launch EPOS360 and EPOS360 BlueTap in Malaysia. Tailored to support the digitalisation of local SMEs, the technologies offer AI-driven tools, plus payment and marketing capabilities. EPOS360 launches within TNG eWallet as a mini-programme, allowing business owners to manage their operations in one place. With the app, users [] The post TNG Digital, Ant International Launch EPOS360 And EPOS360 BlueTap For Malaysian SMEs appeared first on ..

Since 16 December 2025, Hong Leong Bank (HLB) Visa cards have officially received support on Apple Pay. This in turn allows iPhone users to link their HLB Cards to Apple Wallet and use its NFC-based cashless payment feature for both in-store and online transactions. According to the bank, the rollout aligns with its goal of [] The post Hong Leong Bank Introduces RM30 Cashback For Apple Pay Users appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Travellers heading out or coming into Malaysia need not download and use the National Integrated Immigration System (MyNIISe), as it is not yet mandatory. At this time, they may continue using other existing methods for immigration clearance at any of the country's entry points. "At present, the use of MyNIISe is not mandatory, and travellers [] The post Immigration DG: MyNIISe Not Mandatory For Now appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Soon, Putrajaya will be relying on an AI-based traffic management system. Putrajaya Corporation recently shared an update on its social media platforms informing road users that work to upgrade the system is underway. According to the post, the transition to the new system is split into three phases. The second stage is currently taking place. [] The post Putrajaya To Implement AI-Based Traffic Light System appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Malaysian fans of the Yakuza game franchise will be happy to know that Sega is officially launching Yakuza 3 Kiwami (also known as Like a Dragon) and Dark Ties in Kuala Lumpur. The event will take place on 12 February, coinciding with the franchises latest release. Incidentally, this will also be the first time the [] The post Sega To Host Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Launch Event In KL appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

The government has announced the expansion of its FLYsiswa initiative to include four new student categories. Previously exclusive to students of national public universities, it is now accessible to students of other government-linked institutions of higher learning. According to The Sun, one of these categories involve students of the National Academy of Arts, Culture and [] The post Govt Adds Four New Student Categories To FLYsiswa Eligibility appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has officially previewed the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA, revealing the model as a fully electric vehicle and the first EV to wear the CLA badge. The actual market launch is scheduled for the second quarter of 2026. Built from the ground up as an EV, the new CLA rides on the Mercedes- Benz Modular Architecture [] The post Mercedes-Benz Previews 2026 CLA EV In Malaysia; Price Estimated At RM295,888 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Insta360 has officially launched the Link 2 Pro and the Link 2c Pro, the latest additions to the companys webcam lineup. In addition to improving on the previously released Link 2, these webcams offer scene presets, AI beautify, green screen support, background bok