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Microsoft Surface Pro 11 weighs just 893 g (1.97 lbs). (Image source: Microsoft, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Microsoft Surface Pro 11 "Big Spring Deal" offers 32% savings to bring 120 Hz OLED tablet below $1,000

The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 2-in-1 Windows tablet is currently enjoying a discount of more than $400 on Amazon. The tablet packs a 12-core Snapdragon X Elite SoC alongside 16 GB of memory, 256 GB of storage, and a 13-inch OLED di...
Fawad Murtaza, 26 Mar 2025 19:27
Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 15 for Business (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Microsoft should let Surface Laptop 7 buyers choose between Intel and Qualcomm

Our review of the Surface Laptop with Intel’s Lunar Lake clearly shows that it's the better device overall. Instead of pushing Windows on ARM at the expense of customers, Microsoft should offer both versions and let buyers choose....
Andreas Osthoff, 26 Mar 2025 19:26
New details about the Windows 11 25H2 update have been revealed (Image source: Microsoft)

Windows 11 25H2: First details on upcoming update emerge

Microsoft is apparently working on a new Windows 11 update. According to internal documents, the company is focusing on bug fixes and new features. It remains to be seen how big of a role Copilot will play.
Andreas Jakobi, 26 Mar 2025 19:09
AMD Sound Wave ARM APU is going to target the entry-level unlike powerful Dragon Range chip pictured here. (Image source: AMD, Notebookcheck, edited)

AMD Sound Wave ARM APU for Windows laptops to bring 6 cores, novel MALL cache, and more

AMD Sound Wave ARM APU is reportedly arriving as Team Red's first Windows ARM chip next year. Specifications of the APU have now leaked, giving us our first look at things like the P-core, E-core, and iGPU configuration of the SoC...
Fawad Murtaza, 26 Mar 2025 11:06
Xbox logo in PlayStation Store (Image source: Sony PlayStation, Microsoft Xbox Gaming)

Xbox exclusives rank high on PlayStation Store pre-orders, as Microsoft's cross-platform strategy pays off

The PlayStation Store looks radically different than it did a year ago. Xbox exclusives are appearing on the pre-order sales charts in increasing numbers. Will gamers ever see Sony's PS5 titles on an Xbox console?
Adam Corsetti, 25 Mar 2025 22:58
HP EliteBook Ultra G1i 14 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

HP EliteBook Ultra G1i boasts quiet cooling but has to make compromises

The Lunar Lake-powered EliteBook Ultra G1i is an impressive high-quality business laptop, but compared to the more traditional EliteBook X notebooks, certain compromises had to be made.
Andreas Osthoff, 25 Mar 2025 22:08
Xbox handheld console with PS5 logo (Image source:, Asus, Microsoft Xbox Gaming, Sony PlayStation)

Sony may block PlayStation Steam games on new Xbox console, dashing hopes for a cross-platform system

A popular insider is arguing that Sony won't allow PC ports on future Xbox consoles. Many gamers disagree since any Windows-based system should support Steam. Microsoft may soon release an Xbox handheld that could act as a test ca...
Adam Corsetti, 25 Mar 2025 01:27
Nintendo Switch OLED vs. OneXplayer X1 Pro - The Smurfs 2. (Image source: Marc Herter/ Notebookcheck)

OneXplayer X1 Pro: Nintendo Switch on steroids

The OneXplayer X1 Pro redefines mobile gaming power. With its flexible 3-in-1 functionality as a handheld, tablet and laptop, it surpasses the limits of the Nintendo Switch, although the concept here is also somewhat reminiscent o...
Marc Herter, 25 Mar 2025 01:04
The latest version of shadPS4 emulator brings AMD FSR, HDR, input remapping, and other improvements to PS4 emulation. (Image source: shadPS4 on GitHub)

ShadPS4 PlayStation 4 emulator now supports AMD FSR, HDR, and more

PS4 emulation is progressing steadily and shadPS4 now has AMD FSR and HDR support, among other features. Games like Bloodborne, Dark Souls Remastered, Red Dead Redemption, and more can run successfully.
Vineet Washington, 24 Mar 2025 17:16
Dark Space shared on YouTube that his video about the GTA 6 map mod was taken down by a copyright claim from Take-Two Interactive. (Image source: Dark Space via YouTube)

Playable GTA 6 map faces inevitable demise as Take-Two lawyers get involved

It is possible that Dark Space created a fairly accurate GTA 6 map mod for GTA V, which is why lawyers from Take-Two took the video down. The download links for the mod are not available anymore.
Vineet Washington, 24 Mar 2025 16:23
Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 15 Lunar Lake review - A slap in the face for Windows on ARM

87% Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 15 Lunar Lake review - A slap in the face for Windows on ARM

The Surface laptop is better with Intel. Last year, Microsoft switched its Surface devices completely to ARM processors from Qualcomm. However, it doesn't seem that business customers want these devices, as the Surface Laptop 15 for Business is now available with Intel's Lunar Lake processors. The result is better in many areas.
Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 15.00" | 1.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 24 Mar 2025 14:53
On paper, the Legion Go could nicely fill a niche between work and play, but ultimately it fails at both (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

I swapped my Steam Deck for a Legion Go and ended up hating it in every way possible, and no, it wasn't Windows

CheckMag On paper, the Legion Go is a great compromise. The bigger than average screen and detachable controllers could feasibly pull double duty as a gaming and highly portable productivity machine, negating the need to carry a handheld f...
David Devey, 24 Mar 2025 12:51
Zoom unveils H5studio Handy Recorder with large microphones capable of capturing high-quality audio recordings on set. (Image source: Zoom)

Zoom unveils H5studio Handy Recorder capable of 32-bit float audio recordings for creators and filmmakers

The H5studio is a powerful 6-track, 32-bit float audio recorder offering a dynamic range of 123 dB and a 140 dB maximum SPL, making it ideal for use on any location. It accepts XLR microphone inputs and doubles as a USB-C audio in...
David Chien, 24 Mar 2025 05:22
HP EliteBook Ultra G1i 14 laptop review - HP's new business flagship is a great total package

90% HP EliteBook Ultra G1i 14 laptop review - HP's new business flagship is a great total package

2.8K OLED at 120 Hz. The EliteBook Ultra G1i 14 is HP's new business spearhead featuring a high-quality aluminum case. Its Lunar Lake processor delivers sufficient performance and its fans are barely audible during use, but what compromises do you have to make for its low weight of 1.2 kilograms?
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 23 Mar 2025 20:49
The HP EliteBook 6 G1 CoPilot+ laptops come preloaded with HP AI Companion. (Image source: HP)

HP EliteBook 6 G1 AI and Next-gen AI PCs launched with plenty of CPU options and three screen sizes

HP has launched the EliteBook 6 G1 laptops targeted at professionals. The laptops come in AI and Next-gen AI flavors with Intel/AMD CPU options for the former and AMD/Qualcomm chips for the latter.
Fawad Murtaza, 22 Mar 2025 17:00
New Xbox console backwards compatability with Xbox 360 disc (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming, Raindupon@LaunchBox)

New Xbox console rumors have gamers worried about backwards compatibility

Gamers are hoping that a new Xbox console doesn't leave past-generation titles behind. Functioning like a Windows gaming PC, it may not natively boot older Xbox games. Players could get a glimpse into the future with the upcoming ...
Adam Corsetti, 22 Mar 2025 01:54
Nintendo 3DS emulator Azahar logo on 3DS console screen

Update | Open-source free Nintendo 3DS emulator gets first stable release - available on Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows

A year after Citra closed up shop, Azahar has finally launched its first release candidate for Nintendo 3DS emulation. The new emulator provides methods to download Nintendo eShop games and applies different game-loading methods to avoid Nintendo's wrath. It is available for Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows. Update: It's now Stable rather than RC
Julian van der Merwe, 21 Mar 2025 18:18
Now with haptic Sensel touchpad: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 receives customization option (image source: Benjamin Herzig/Notebookcheck)

Now with haptic Sensel touchpad: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 receives customization option

The wait is over: Lenovo's premium business flagship, the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13, is finally available with more hardware options in the USA. The Lenovo US shops now allows buyers to customize the ThinkPad laptop, adding Ultra ...
Benjamin Herzig, 20 Mar 2025 23:51
Epic Games will return to giving away to games next week. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Epic Games Store announces new free Mystery Game giveaways to end March 2025

The Epic Games Store has revealed that it will be giving away two games next week. While the company has returned to running a Mystery Game promotion, fans believe there are meanings hidden within each teaser image.
Alex Alderson, 20 Mar 2025 17:44
Lenovo Yoga 9 14 2in1 G10 review - The high-end convertible suffers due to weak 4K OLED

89% Lenovo Yoga 9 14 2in1 G10 review - The high-end convertible suffers due to weak 4K OLED

Lunar Lake brings longer runtimes. Lenovo's new Yoga 9 14 2in1 is the convertible flagship for consumers and, in addition to a high-resolution 4K OLED display, also features the latest Intel Lunar Lake processor, enabling longer battery life than before.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 20 Mar 2025 14:37
Epic Games has returned to giving away a high value game this week. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Epic Games Store: March's penultimate new free game giveaway now available but only for a short time

The Epic Games Store has updated its free game giveaway with a $60 title from the Jurassic Park universe. Available as March's penultimate free game, Jurassic World Evolution 2 throws you into the world of constructing and managin...
Alex Alderson, 20 Mar 2025 12:34
A promotional image for Windows 11. (Image source: Windows Blog)

Windows 11 could soon have a new FAQ section for PC hardware

A frequently asked questions (FAQ) has been discovered in the latest Dev channel build for Windows 11. It outlines what you need to know about your hardware and answers the most common questions - such as how RAM affects performan...
Rohith Bhaskar, 20 Mar 2025 12:28
Enhanced repairability: HP's "gold standard" business laptops with a new design, new name and new CPUs (image source: HP)

Enhanced repairability: HP's "gold standard" business laptops with a new design, new name and new CPUs

EliteBook 8 instead of EliteBook 800: HP's most important business laptop series launches in 2025 with a new name. HP also uses this opportunity to introduce a new design. Additionally, there are many new processor options, includ...
Benjamin Herzig, 20 Mar 2025 05:00
Crosswind is a new pirate survival MMO that makes ambitious gameplay promises with land and sea battles and supernatural villains.

Free Steam MMO Crosswind promises PvP pirate ship battles and open-world exploration

A new survival MMO set in the 1700s in an "alternate age of piracy" sets players on the path of revenge and pillaging, both on the high seas and on land. Crosswind boasts diverse combat, seafaring adventure, and a 30–40 hour story...
Julian van der Merwe, 20 Mar 2025 01:29
Samsung's new 9100 Pro series SSDs start at $200 for the 1TB variant and go up to 8TB capacity. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung's new 9100 Pro series PCIe 5.0 SSDs with up to 14,800 MB/s read speeds are now available

Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe SSDs boast up to 8TB of storage capacity and up to 14,800 MB/s sequential read speeds. These are apparently the fastest PCIe 5.0 SSDs on the market currently available.
Vineet Washington, 19 Mar 2025 18:31
Reddit user experienced a 100-hour BIOS update with a BioStar motherboard. (Image source: GoatWithAGun via Reddit)

Redditor's 100-hour BIOS update finally ends, leaves behind an unresponsive system

A BIOS update that went on for four days ended with an unresponsive PC. The complete incident was documented on Reddit, and fortunately, there were no major setbacks from the whole ordeal.
Vineet Washington, 19 Mar 2025 17:54
inZOI has 16 different types of deaths programmed in-game and ZOI's can come back as ghosts as well. (Image source: Steam)

You can slip and die in inZOI, and that’s just one of 16 different types of possible deaths

inZOI is a city-scale life simulator and your character can die in 16 different ways. Some of these include slipping, electrocution, getting hit by a car, or having drastically low acknowledgment.
Vineet Washington, 19 Mar 2025 16:44
Vivaldi 7.2 launches now with speed improvements and several interface tweaks (Image source: Vivaldi Browser)

Vivaldi 7.2 launches with speed improvements and multiple visual and functional tweaks

Now sporting page loading speed improvements, Vivaldi 7.2 also comes with a tweaked address bar, the ability to override keyboard shortcuts and to create events directly from email messages, a new currency widget, workspace access...
Codrut Nistor, 19 Mar 2025 11:00
The HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G1i (pictured) is pretty compact, weighing just 1.42kg. (Image source: HP)

HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G1i AI: New Mini PC announced with up to Intel Core Ultra 9 CPUs and comprehensive connectivity

HP has introduced the EliteDesk 8 Mini G1i, a new mini PC featuring Intel Core Ultra processors, integrated 13 TOPS NPU, compact design, extensive connectivity, and advanced Wolf Security suite.
Anubhav Sharma, 18 Mar 2025 17:00
Nanoleaf PC Screen Mirror Lightstrip (Image source: Nanoleaf PR)

The $50 Nanoleaf PC Screen Mirror Lightstrip monitor backlight kit is now up for pre-order

Nanoleaf lights now illuminate nearly every nook and cranny of a home. The new Nanoleaf PC Mirror Lightstrip targets monitors, previously ignored parts of gaming rooms. Using a USB-C connection to reduce latency, the monitor backl...
Adam Corsetti, 18 Mar 2025 16:37
PUBG developers will share more updates about the US5 transition within this year. (Image source: PUBG)

PUBG: 2025 roadmap shared with updates on Unreal Engine 5 transition, user-generated content, and more

There are some promising updates coming to PUBG in 2025, including user-generated content and the transition to Unreal Engine 5. The developers are expected to share more information on the latter within this year.
Vineet Washington, 18 Mar 2025 16:20
The Haply Robotics MinVerse 3D mouse allows gamers, 3D designers, and and others to control and craft 3D objects with haptic feedback. (Image source: Haply Robotics)

Haply Robotics kickstarting $1,500 MinVerse 3D haptic mouse

Haply Robotics has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its MinVerse 3D haptic mouse, which enables gamers and creators to control and craft 3D objects with force feedback.
David Chien, 18 Mar 2025 07:36
Steam logo (Image source: Valve)

Game demo linked from Steam page contained malware, raising more security concerns for Valve

Hackers continue to find vulnerabilities in the Steam platform. A gamer noticed a generic-looking FPS title linking to a suspicious external website. Any user who installed the Sniper: Phantom's Resolution demo should immediately ...
Adam Corsetti, 17 Mar 2025 23:32
Roblox Corporation has released its new open source 3D model generation tool called Cube 3D with more features coming in the following months. (Image source: Roblox Corporation)

Roblox launches open source AI model ‘Cube’ allowing creators to generate 3D objects

Cube 3D lets creators on the Roblox platform and elsewhere use generative AI to create 3D models with text prompts. The developers also plan on adding more complex and functional object creation down the line.
Vineet Washington, 17 Mar 2025 15:20
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 G5 review - A business 2-in-1 with a matte touchscreen

86% Lenovo ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 G5 review - A business 2-in-1 with a matte touchscreen

Better battery life. With the ThinkPad L13 2-in-1, Lenovo is offering a compact business 2-in-1 equipped with a matte touchscreen. The accompanying stylus is easily stored inside the case.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake) | 13.30" | 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 15 Mar 2025 13:49
Vaio's latest 13.3-inch laptops offer lightweight portability, MIL-STD-810H durability, and 5G connectivity. (Image source: Vaio)

Vaio launches 13.3-inch S13 and Pro PG laptops with Intel Core 7 CPUs, 5G connectivity, Dolby Atmos, and AI microphones

Vaio has launched its latest 13.3-inch notebooks featuring the latest Intel Core processors, MIL-STD-810H durability, and 5G connectivity. With a broad range of ports, quiet keyboards, and all-day battery life, business users can ...
David Chien, 13 Mar 2025 21:48
Epic Games will return to giving away a game worth $59.99 next week. (Image source: Epic Games & Frontier Developments - edited)

Epic Games Store reveals penultimate free game giveaway of March 2025

The Epic Games Store has lifted the lid on its next free game giveaway of this month. While recent deals have been for cheaper titles, March's penultimate free game concerns a popular construction and management simulation from th...
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2025 19:17
Epic Games has also thrown in DLC with this week's free game giveaway. (Image source: Epic Games & Playstack - edited)

Epic Games Store throws in DLC soundtrack after starting new free game giveaway

The Epic Games Store is now giving away Mortal Shell, a $30 action RPG game available to pick up for free until next week. The storefront has also quietly thrown in a free DLC soundtrack too that adds a heavy metal flavour to the ...
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2025 18:21
Epic Games is also offering a World of Warships bundle with its latest free game giveaway. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Epic Games Store: New free game giveaway now available globally but only for a short time

The Epic Games Store is refreshing its free game giveaway program on PC with a new title. Next up is an action role-playing game, which has arrived across Windows, Amazon Luna, PlayStation, Xbox and the Nintendo Switch in recent y...
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2025 14:18
Comparing RAM usage figures of 11 - no, 14 Web browsers popular in various regions. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Checking how much RAM popular Web browsers use

CheckMag Chrome, Cốc Cốc, Edge, Firefox, Maxthon, Opera, Opera Air, Opera GX, Sleipnir, Whale, Yandex: Which one of these Windows Web browsers is a memory hog? This little article is designed to help those of us stuck with low-RAM systems pick the best browser. Update: 3 more browsers tested
Sergey Tarasov, 13 Mar 2025 13:36
inZOI Studios has shared the system requirements for the upcoming life simulation game based on Unreal Engine 5. (Image source: inZOI Studios)

inZOI requires a powerful PC for optimal experience at High settings, Ryzen 7 9800X3D recommended

inZOI is going to be a heavy game and the developer has shared the recommended requirements for it. Those with a Ryzen 7 9800X3D and an RTX 4080 will be able be able to enjoy the game at the High preset.
Vineet Washington, 12 Mar 2025 17:18
MSI Claw 8 AI+ (Image source: Notebookcheck)

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ gaming handheld's hardware is good, but its software still needs some fine-tuning

MSI's new Claw 8 AI+ is currently one of the best gaming handhelds on the market, but at $899.99, it also isn't cheap. Its hardware is good, but MSI really needs to improve its software.
Andreas Osthoff, 11 Mar 2025 15:30
The Asus Vivobook S 14 features Windows Hello facial recognition. (Image source: Asus, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Portable Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED laptop is phenomenal value as it is now 47% cheaper than list price

The Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED laptop has, once again, dropped in price. The latest discount brings the final price of laptop to an astounding 47% less than the list MSRP. So, with a Core Ultra 5 226V, 16 GB of RAM, and an OLED displ...
Fawad Murtaza, 11 Mar 2025 12:19
Microsoft Xbox 2025 logo (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming)

Insider expects PC-like new Xbox console but doubts Call of Duty 2026 dev kit rumors

Xbox fans expecting an innovative concept for a new console might feel disappointed. Jez Corden thinks that the creation will take the form of a gaming PC. Call of Duty 2026 developers may already have the specs of Microsoft's nex...
Adam Corsetti, 09 Mar 2025 19:13
Windows 11 support page about preventing unwanted software gets updated (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft continues to urge users to install Windows 11 through support page updates

While Windows 11 had a rocky start, the latest OS by Microsoft is slowly picking up its pace by winning over users from Windows 10. However, the company appears to be trying a little hard to make users switch to the latest operati...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 09 Mar 2025 14:08
Forza Horizon 5 PS5 artwork (Image source: Sony PlayStation Store)

Forza Horizon 5 PS5 gamers will need a Microsoft Xbox account despite no cross-progression

Microsoft is not going to let Forza Horizon PS5 players forget they are playing an Xbox title. A FAQ on the game's official site confirms that the game will require a Microsoft account. Already disappointed about the lack of a phy...
Adam Corsetti, 08 Mar 2025 20:34
Hands-on: From small to big - Lenovo releases first T ThinkPad with pen and tablet features and axes the X13 2-in-1 in return (pictured: ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1, image source: Benjamin Herzig/Notebookcheck.com)

MWC 2025 | Hands-on: From small to big - Lenovo releases first T ThinkPad with pen and tablet features and axes the X13 2-in-1 in return

For many years, the Lenovo ThinkPad X series was the convertible ThinkPad line - no matter if it was during the 2000s with the X Tablets or the 2010s with the ThinkPad Yoga. This is now the past. At MWC, we looked at the predecess...
Benjamin Herzig, 07 Mar 2025 21:42
The Asus ROG Ally gets a bigger battery, albeit unofficially. (Image source: Asus)

Jsaux's battery mod kit gives the ROG Ally a 65Wh battery upgrade and up to 50% more playtime

Jsaux's latest product is a battery mod kit that replaces the battery of the Asus ROG Ally with a much bigger one. The kit also comes with an aluminum heatsink and a bigger back cover for the handheld gaming PC.
Habeeb Onawole, 07 Mar 2025 01:10
MSI Claw 8 AI+ review - The best gaming handheld thanks to Intel Lunar Lake?

85% MSI Claw 8 AI+ review - The best gaming handheld thanks to Intel Lunar Lake?

Massive improvement. MSI's new Claw 8 AI+ is a massive improvement of the manufacturer's first gaming handheld. Adding to this is its more efficient Lunar Lake processor from Intel, as well as a larger 8-inch display with a 120-Hz refresh rate and VRR, and a big 80-Wh battery.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 8.00" | 793 g
Andreas Osthoff, 06 Mar 2025 19:40
This week's Epic Games giveaway is another $19.99 indie title. (Image source: Epic Games)

New Epic Games Store free game giveaway now available worldwide but only for a short time

The Epic Games Store has updated its free games program on PC. This time, the storefront has decided to giveaway an indie fighting game worth $20 that has also been released on Linux, macOS, PlayStation, Xbox and the Nintendo Swit...
Alex Alderson, 06 Mar 2025 13:13
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