This week’s Reddit Gadget Highlights round up the biggest gadget discussions from July 14–20, 2025. We tracked the most-commented Reddit threads on Apple, Nintendo, and more so you can catch up fast.
This Week’s Most-Discussed SubReddit Gadget Stories
- Apple’s Foldable iPhone Leak (650 Comments): 650First-ever Apple foldable tipped for 2026 with $2,000 price.
- Nintendo Switch 2 EULA Debate (530 Comments): U.S. piracy lock sparks heated discussion; Europe unaffected.
- Analogue’s 4K Nintendo 64 Remake (302 Comments): Retro gaming revival ships August with cartridge support.
- ROG Ally X Pricing Leak(262 Comments): New ASUS handheld could be the priciest yet.
- 8BitDo Pro 3 Wireless Gamepad(155 Comments): Swappable buttons and tactile D-pad win fans.
- Samsung Triple-Fold Phone Tease(128 Comments): Foldable fans speculate on durability and cost.
- Self-Destructing SSD Security Drive(114 Comments): Spy-level hardware destruction tech captures attention.
Reddit Still Rules Gadget Talk
Reddit remains the go-to hub for unfiltered gadget discussions. Each week, thousands of users debate leaks, launches, and surprises. Here’s the roundup of July 14–20, 2025, featuring the week’s most-commented stories from r/gadgets and related subreddits.
Nintendo Switch 2 EULA Sparks Piracy Debate
503 comments
Nintendo’s new End User License Agreement for the Switch 2 raised eyebrows. In the U.S., Nintendo can remotely disable consoles linked to piracy. In Europe, consumer laws prevent this.
- Many called it a “kill switch” that punishes paying users.
- Others defended Nintendo, citing piracy losses.
- Heated talks about why regional EULAs differ.
Apple Foldable iPhone Rumors Light Up Reddit
650 comments
Leaks hint at Apple’s first foldable iPhone to challenge Samsung Z Fold 7.
- 7.8-inch display
- A20 Pro chip
- 48MP cameras
- Expected 2026 launch near $2,000
- Some hail it as Apple’s answer to Samsung’s foldables.
- Repair costs became a running joke.
- Foldable skeptics doubt Apple’s timing.
Analogue Revives the Nintendo 64 in 4K Glory
302 comments
Analogue’s 4K-ready remake of the Nintendo 64 ships this August. Cartridge gaming returns with modern performance.
- Nostalgia drove excitement.
- Pricing and availability were hot topics.
- Many praised Analogue for honoring retro gaming.
ROG Ally X Pricing Shocks Gamers
262 comments
Leaked pricing suggests the ROG Xbox Ally X might be the most expensive Xbox console yet
- €599 for ROG XBox Ally X
- €899 for ROG Ally X
- Some say it competes with gaming laptops.
- Steam Deck comparisons dominated the thread.
- Worries that handheld gaming is becoming too expensive.
Self-Destructing SSD Delivers Spy-Level Security
114 comments
Taiwanese company TeamGroup has unveiled a new internal SSD that can literally destroy itself at the press of a button, ensuring sensitive data never falls into the wrong hands.:
- Software wipe that preserves the drive
- Hardware destruction that renders it useless
- Perfect for protecting sensitive data.
- Plenty of jokes about “accidental destruction.”
- Some questioned its practicality over encryption.
8BitDo Pro 3 Gamepad: Swappable Buttons, Tactile Feel
155 comments
8BitDo’s Pro 3 wireless gamepad features swappable ABXY buttons. The Pro 3 wireless gamepad features:
- Swappable ABXY buttons
- TMR joysticks
- Tactile D-pad
- Loved for its customisation and price.
- Some doubt long-term durability.
- A hit with cross-console players.
Samsung Teases Triple-Folding Phone
128 comments
Samsung may launch a triple-fold smartphone this year. The name Galaxy Z Trifold has been trademarked by Samsung
- Durability and price are top concerns.
- Some hope it pushes foldable tech forward.
- Others joked about “folding into a laptop and toaster.”
Reddit Gadget Highlights Takeaway
This week’s Reddit gadget buzz circled around consoles, foldables, and high-security storage.
That’s it for this week’s Reddit Gadget Highlights. Which story got your attention? Join the discussion and share your pick.