BenQ expands Mac-focused MA Series with two new 4K monitors

BenQ has expanded its MA Series lineup with the launch of the MA270UP and MA320UP, two 4K monitors designed specifically for MacBook users seeking consistent color and simplified connectivity . The new models, sized at 27 inches and 32 inches, use IPS Nano Gloss panels aimed at matching the look and color characteristics of native Mac displays on a larger screen.

Both monitors offer 4K UHD resolution and are optimized for macOS through features such as iDevice Color Sync, M-book Mode, and ICCsync, which automatically align color profiles between MacBooks and external displays. BenQ positions this as a way to reduce manual calibration when switching between devices or workflows.

A single USB-C connection supports video, data, and power delivery, allowing MacBooks to be charged while driving the display. The monitors also include HDMI and DisplayPort options, along with fully adjustable ergonomic stands.

The MA270UP and MA320UP are now available in India at prices of Rs 46,998 and Rs 56,998 respectively, through online and offline retail channels.

Xiaomi’s SU7 Ultra joins Gran Turismo 7 in franchise first for Chinese automakers

Xiaomi’s push beyond consumer electronics has reached the virtual racetrack. The company’s flagship electric vehicle, the SU7 Ultra, has been added to Gran Turismo 7, marking the first time a Chinese-branded car has appeared in Sony’s long-running racing franchise.

The inclusion places Xiaomi alongside established global automakers featured in the game, which is known for its focus on realistic vehicle dynamics and performance modeling. Xiaomi founder Lei Jun said the move is intended to give players worldwide a hands-on feel for the performance of China’s premium smart vehicles.

The SU7 Ultra is powered by a tri-motor electric setup producing 1,548 horsepower and is capable of accelerating from zero to 100 km/h in under two seconds. Xiaomi has previously highlighted the car’s real-world performance credentials, including a production-car lap record at the Shanghai International Circuit.

The debut reflects growing recognition of Chinese electric vehicles in global automotive and gaming ecosystems.

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iPhone 18 Pro camera leak points to variable aperture and new optical experiments

Apple may be testing more fundamental camera hardware changes for the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. A new report suggests the company has advanced a variable-aperture main camera into a late engineering phase, indicating active hardware validation rather than early concept work.

According to MacRumors, citing a China-based source on Weibo, the variable-aperture system is now being stress-tested for performance and production feasibility. If implemented, it would allow the camera to physically adjust how much light enters the lens, offering greater control over exposure and depth, especially during video recording.

The same source claims Apple is also evaluating an optical teleconverter-like component, though this remains speculative. Such systems are common in traditional cameras but are difficult to adapt to smartphones due to size, light loss, and optical complexity. The report suggests Apple has not yet decided whether the approach is viable.

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has previously said Apple plans to introduce variable aperture on the iPhone 18 Pro. The devices are expected to launch in September 2026, following Apple’s usual release cycle.

PlayStation Plus February 2026 lineup brings boxing, jets, and deep-sea survival

Sony has confirmed the PlayStation Plus monthly games for February 2026, locking in a varied lineup that spans sports, survival, indie action, and aerial combat. Four titles will be available to subscribers from February 3 through March 2: Undisputed, Subnautica: Below Zero, Ultros, and Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.

Headlining the list is Undisputed, the first major licensed boxing game in more than a decade. Developed by Steel City Interactive, the title launched in 2024 and marked boxing’s return after a long absence following Fight Night Champion. It is joined by Ace Combat 7, Bandai Namco’s arcade-style fighter jet game that blends large-scale air combat with a story-driven campaign.

The lineup also includes Subnautica: Below Zero, a standalone follow-up to the popular underwater survival game, and Ultros, a visually striking Metroidvania with roots in indie action design.

Sony also reminded subscribers that January’s games, including Need for Speed Unbound, remain claimable until February 2, making this a busy crossover period for PlayStation Plus members.