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The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 2025 will be available in Eclipse Gray and Platinum White colorways. (Image source: Asus)

CES 2025 | 2025 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 announced with up to RTX 5080 laptop GPU, ROG Nebula OLED display and thinner build

At CES 2025, Asus has unveiled the ROG Zephyrus G14 2025. Featuring up to a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU from AMD and up to an RTX 5080 laptop GPU from Nvidia, the latest ROG Zephyrus G14 iteration is bound to be considerably more powerf...
Fawad Murtaza, 07 Jan 2025 05:30
With efficient Lunar Lake: HP EliteBook X G1i is the successor of the HP EliteBook 1040 G11 (image source: HP)

CES 2025 | With efficient Lunar Lake: HP EliteBook X G1i is the successor of the HP EliteBook 1040 G11

HP has another Lunar Lake EliteBook in tow for CES, besides the EliteBook Ultra G1i. The new HP EliteBook X G1i and its 2-in-1 version HP EliteBook X Flip G1i are the successors of the EliteBook 1040 G11.
Benjamin Herzig, 06 Jan 2025 20:45
Acer Nitro Blaze 11 handheld gaming PC launch

CES 2025 | Acer Nitro Blaze gaming handhelds take on the Steam Deck with powerful AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS but questionable battery capacity

Better late than never, Acer has finally entered the handheld gaming fray, introducing the 8-inch Acer Nitro Blaze and Acer Nitro Blaze 11, which features a gargantuan 11-inch, 144 Hz IPS display. Both devices are powered by AMD's...
Julian van der Merwe, 06 Jan 2025 20:45
 Affordable laptops about to become more efficient: New Qualcomm Snapdragon X CPUs for sub $600 systems (image source: Qualcomm)

CES 2025 | Affordable laptops about to become more efficient: New Qualcomm Snapdragon X CPUs for sub $600 systems

While Intel and AMD seems to be content to serve their newest CPU technology only in the high-end part of the market, Qualcomm is attempting to capture the low end as well. The new Qualcomm Snapdragon X, with its eight Oryon CPU c...
Benjamin Herzig, 06 Jan 2025 17:00
The Xiaoxin SE 2025. (Image Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo debuts the Xiaoxin SE 2025 notebook lineup with AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS and Intel Core i5-13420H CPU options

Lenovo has unveiled its new entry-level notebooks, the Xiaoxin SE 2025 series, in China. The new lineup offers 14-inch, 15.3-inch, and 16-inch laptops, with the option of equipping each of those with either an Intel Core i5-13420H...
Ricci Rox, 06 Jan 2025 13:18
HP EliteBook 845 G11 Laptop Review - No major changes, but still one of the best business notebooks

89% HP EliteBook 845 G11 Laptop Review - No major changes, but still one of the best business notebooks

Minor update with Thunderbolt 4. HP does not change a lot for the EliteBook 845 G11 and only updates the processor to the Ryzen 7 Pro 8840HS (Zen4). You also get Thunderbolt 4 support now and the very good IPS screen as well as the excellent keyboard remain unchanged.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 05 Jan 2025 17:20
Incase unveils Compact Ergonomic Keyboard designed by Microsoft. (Image source: Incase)

Incase unveils Compact Ergonomic Keyboard with split design to help reduce injuries

Designed with the help of Microsoft, the Incase Compact Ergonomic Keyboard features a Copilot key for one-touch access to the Copilot AI in Windows 11, Office, and Edge. The split design helps reduce the incidence of repetitive st...
David Chien, 04 Jan 2025 08:08
Epomaker Shadow-X mechanical gaming keyboard gets biggest discount ever on Amazon. (Image source: Epomaker)

Deal | Amazon offers huge 50% savings on Epomaker Shadow-X mechanical gaming keyboard

The Epomaker Shadow-X keyboard connects to devices over Bluetooth and USB-C. A rotary dial switches connections while the 1.06-inch LCD display shows the battery status, time, and more. The gasket structure design reduces noise le...
David Chien, 04 Jan 2025 06:52
Monster Hunter game bundle deal

Deal | Monster Hunter game deal offers massive discount on hyper-popular ARPG series ahead of latest release

Ahead of the hotly anticipated launch of Monster Hunter Wilds, a game bundle is offering two Monster Hunter games for under $10 and four for as little as $17.99.
Julian van der Merwe, 04 Jan 2025 00:15
Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED in review

86% Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED Review: Affordable, quieter, and long lasting thanks to Lunar Lake

Intel Lunar Lake or AMD Zen 5? In addition to the AMD model, Asus is now also launching the compact Vivobook S 14 OLED with the latest Intel Lunar Lake processor. We focus on the performance and fan behavior of the two models in the review as other components, including the 60 Hz FHD OLED panel, are common in both variants.
Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 14.00" | 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 03 Jan 2025 17:53
u/MeguminShiro has once again got fans speculating about Epic Games' next free game. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Leaker returns with new cryptic hint about final free Epic Games Store game of 2024

A previously reliable source for all things free on the Epic Games Store has returned. This time, u/MeguminShiro has left a mysterious message about the storefront's final game giveaway of 2024, which will go live on December 31 a...
Alex Alderson, 31 Dec 2024 00:59
Redacted will be free to add to your Epic Games library until 16:00 UTC on December 31. (Image source: Epic Games)

New Epic Games Store free game giveaway arrives worth $25, but only until New Year's Eve

The Epic Games Store's latest mystery game is now available to download for free. Released earlier this year to rave reviews, the indie roguelike title will not be around for long at its discounted rate.
Alex Alderson, 30 Dec 2024 17:01
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 laptop review - The large OLED convertible benefits from Intel Lunar Lake

86% Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 laptop review - The large OLED convertible benefits from Intel Lunar Lake

Now a Copilot+ PC. Samsung has given its large 16-inch Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 convertible the latest Lunar Lake processor from Intel, which comes with lots of advantages. Apart from this, the device continues to boast a slim case as well as an impressive 120-Hz AMOLED display.
Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 16.00" | 1.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 28 Dec 2024 18:47
AMD much faster than Intel: Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 laptop review

86% AMD much faster than Intel: Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 laptop review

ThinkPad Hawk. AMD or Intel - Lenovo gives customers who buy the ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 the choice. The business laptop offers many great connectivity and security options, as well as plenty upgradeability, coupled with a good performance. This performance has a price, however.
AMD Ryzen 7 8840U | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 27 Dec 2024 13:53
HP OmniBook X AI 14 in review

84% HP OmniBook X AI 14 Review: Snapdragon laptop for everyday use with long battery life but weak display

Unbalanced. The HP OmniBook X AI 14 is a compact 14-inch laptop featuring a Snapdragon X Elite processor that enables very good battery runtimes. However, HP has cut some corners in key areas that raises eyebrows and affects the overall impression of the laptop.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-78-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | 14.00" | 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 27 Dec 2024 09:05
Jsaux 7-in-1 Docking Station upgrades to cooling for handheld consoles

Jsaux 7-in-1 Docking Station upgrades to cooling for handheld consoles

Jsaux has equipped its latest Docking Station for devices such as the ROG Ally and Steam Deck series with its own Magnetic RGB Fan Cooling System. The accessory is also rated to support Quick Frame Transport (QFT) as well as auto ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Dec 2024 15:37
Shocking redesign: ThinkPad laptop without a TrackPoint! Lenovo ThinkPad X9 leaks out (image source: WalkingCat on Twitter)

Shocking redesign: ThinkPad laptop without a TrackPoint! Lenovo ThinkPad X9 leaks out

Lenovo appears to be doing it: On the new Lenovo ThinkPad X9 series that leaked out on Twitter, the Chinese manufacturer is seemingly killing off the famous and iconic red TrackPoint. The new ThinkPad laptop lineup comes in two si...
Benjamin Herzig, 25 Dec 2024 12:54
Dredge typically retails for $24.99 on Steam. (Image source: Epic Games - edited)

New Epic Games Store free game giveaway worth $25 lands, but only during Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

The Epic Games Store has refreshed its Mystery Game giveaway with a new title for Christmas Eve. Available until 15:59 UTC on Christmas Day, the latest free game has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics and fans f...
Alex Alderson, 24 Dec 2024 17:03
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable G2 review: The versatile laptop-tablet hybrid for everyday business use

84% Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable G2 review: The versatile laptop-tablet hybrid for everyday business use

Never change a running system. The Lenovo ThinkPad X12 G2 business Windows detachable is designed to be particularly flexible. It allows users to work either in laptop mode or without a keyboard dock in tablet mode and offers long runtimes. A stylus for the touchscreen is also included. We put the flexibility promises to the test.
Intel Core Ultra 5 134U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake) | 12.30" | 1.1 kg
Christian Hintze, 24 Dec 2024 12:41
Terraria Meowmere sword in Palworld

Palworld fails to impress Terraria fans with first crossover update featuring cat-shooting swords

Palworld has finally released the content update for its infamous Terraria collaboration, and, aside from adding a brand new weapon class straight from the indie survival RPG, the update also brings plenty of new pals, a new islan...
Julian van der Merwe, 24 Dec 2024 09:12
Asus ROG Strix gaming laptop teased

Asus teases launch date for new Nvidia RTX 5000 ROG Strix laptops with RGB overload

Asus has added an official launch date for its previously-revealed RGB-laden ROG gaming laptops coming to CES 2025. The new ROG laptop will apparently feature an RGB strip all around the lower casing, along with large ROG Strix br...
Julian van der Merwe, 23 Dec 2024 20:59
Wizard of Legend will be free to add to your Epic Games library until 16:00 UTC on December 23. (Image source: Epic Games)

Fresh Epic Games Store free game giveaway now available, but not for long

Epic Games is now offering a new free game as part of this year's Mystery Game giveaway. Well received by fans and critics alike, the rogue-like title also integrates local multiplayer with full gamepad and controller support.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2024 23:44
Xbox is expected to adopt an all platform-embracing strategy in the coming years. (Image Source: AI generated on Grok 2)

Microsoft on the verge of giving up on exclusives as upcoming Xbox console could run Windows and Epic, GOG, Steam game stores

CheckMag Microsoft may see itself adopting a radically new approach with Xbox in the coming months and years. Xbox is likely to become more and more platform agnostic as more first-party titles are expected to grace competing platforms lik...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 22 Dec 2024 19:03
It seems that another rogue-like game will be given away during this year's Epic Games Holiday Sale. (Image source: Epic Games)

New mysterious Epic Games Store free game leak revealed ahead of schedule for December 22 giveaway

A seemingly reliable source has posted a new cryptic message about the Epic Games Store's next free game giveaway. If correct, it would see the storefront give another popular rogue-like title its free game treatment, but not for ...
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2024 00:16
Epic Games' latest deal is for another game that retails for $24.99. (Image source: Epic Games)

New Epic Games Store free game giveaway lands with $25 face value, but only for 24 hours

The Epic Games Store has updated its Mystery Game giveaway with a new title. Available until 15:59 UTC on December 22, the game is playable not only on various Windows machines but also pretty much any Mac released within the last...
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2024 23:39
Image source: Kinguin.net, Microsoft with edits

Buying "used" Windows keys on Kinguin: Yes, it works (with a caveat)

CheckMag Buying Windows keys directly from Microsoft is expensive but more importantly, it's just not an option for older operating systems such as Windows 8.1 or Windows 7. This is where platforms like G2A and Kinguin come in as they allo...
Sergey Tarasov, 21 Dec 2024 15:46
Epic Games' latest deal typically runs to $24.99. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Latest Epic Games Store free game giveaway goes live worth $25, but only for a short time

The Epic Games Store has now revealed which game in its extensive library is now free to download and keep indefinitely. Worth roughly $25, the well-regarded title will not be available to pick up at its discounted price for long.
Alex Alderson, 20 Dec 2024 17:32
Schenker Key 14 review - 100 W RTX 4060 in a compact multimedia laptop

83% Schenker Key 14 review - 100 W RTX 4060 in a compact multimedia laptop

Small but powerful. With the Key 14, Schenker has a compact 14-inch notebook in its range that features a pre-calibrated 120 Hz display and a choice of fast dedicated graphics cards from Nvidia. We tested the SKU built around the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop with a TGP of 100 watts.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 14.00" | 1.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 20 Dec 2024 12:28
ThinkPad X1 Nano successor: With a sub 1 kg weight, the Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 is the X1 Nano replacement (image source: Benjamin Herzig)

ThinkPad X1 Nano successor: With a sub 1 kg weight, the Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 13 is the X1 Nano replacement

When Lenovo did not announce a ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 4 this year, people wondered what would happen with the most compact and lightweight ThinkPad laptop. With the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 on the market now, it is clear that the s...
Benjamin Herzig, 19 Dec 2024 16:06
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Gen 9 has a spare M.2 slot for storage upgrades. (Image source: Lenovo, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Gen 9 with beautiful 3K OLED display and long battery life drops to record-low price

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Gen 9 laptop with a 3K OLED touch panel and a Snapdragon X Elite SoC can now be yours for less than $800. With decent performance, a beautiful display, and long battery life, the Yoga Slim 7x is a solid opt...
Fawad Murtaza, 18 Dec 2024 14:27
Gaijin launches War Thunder 2.43 (Image source: Own)

War Thunder ends 2024 with a storm warning

This year's last major update, labeled 2.43 "Storm Warning" by Gaijin, brings quite a few exciting pieces of military hardware to War Thunder. Alongside the Eurofighter Typhoon and the Rafale jets, this refresh also brings the M44...
Codrut Nistor, 17 Dec 2024 12:52
Finally good battery life with Intel: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 shows off Intel's efficiency progress (image source: Benjamin Herzig)

Finally good battery life with Intel: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 shows off Intel's efficiency progress

Intel laptops of the last few years had bad battery life. At long last though, it seems there is a light at the end of the tunnel: Intel Lunar Lake improves the power efficiency and thus battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon...
Benjamin Herzig, 16 Dec 2024 22:59
Chuwi Hi10 X1: Tablet with Windows support (Image source: Chuwi)

Chuwi Hi10 X1: Budget tablet features Intel Processor, Windows and also works as a laptop

The Chuwi Hi10 X1 is a highly affordable tablet that supports Windows, making it well suited to productivity purposes. The model is also fairly compact and can be used together with a keyboard.
Silvio Werner, 15 Dec 2024 13:44
The Legion Go S may be one of several SteamOS gaming handhelds from traditional Windows OEMs. (Image source: Evan Blass - edited)

Possible Valve Steam Deck rival to launch running SteamOS and AMD Ryzen Z2 GO chipset

It seems that the Steam Deck may soon have a rival in the form of a new Legion Go running SteamOS. Based on recent evidence, the Legion Go S will combine an 8-inch and 1200p display with an AMD Ryzen Z2 GO chipset to serve as more...
Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2024 16:48
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition laptop review: The X1 Carbon is finally back

90% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition laptop review: The X1 Carbon is finally back

Ultralight business warrior. Intel Lunar Lake and the X1 Carbon seems to be a match made in heaven. For years, this flagship ThinkPad suffered from heat and endurance issues due to inefficient Intel CPUs. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition finally solves those issues.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 982 g
Benjamin Herzig, 13 Dec 2024 21:02
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 laptop review: The high-performance Yoga convertible successor

85% Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 laptop review: The high-performance Yoga convertible successor

2-in-1 Yoga. Lenovo has changed the naming scheme. The company's convertible laptops are now supposed to have "2-in-1" in their names, meaning the ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4's successor is called ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5. The system is based on the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U; this review explores if that's the right choice and what else has changed apart from the naming structure.
Intel Core Ultra 7 165U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake) | 13.30" | 1.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 12 Dec 2024 16:33
Users of Adobe software, including Adobe Reader and Experience Manager, should apply software updates to protect against recently discovered vulnerabilities. (Image source: Adobe)

Adobe Patchday: More than 150 security fixes for Illustrator, Acrobat Reader and other applications

Software giant Adobe is patching a number of vulnerabilities in products including Acrobat and Acrobat Reader, InDesign, Illustrator, and Substance 3D Modeler. The most affected product, it turns out, is Experience Manager.
Alexander Pensler, 11 Dec 2024 14:43
Vulnerabilities in several versions of Windows mandate the installation of security updates from Windows Update. (Image source: Microsoft)

Critical security updates: Attackers can obtain system privileges on Windows devices

A security vulnerability in Windows 10 and 11, as well as Windows Server 2008 and 2022, is currently being actively exploited by attackers, making it urgent to install the latest security updates through Windows Update. Otherwise,...
Alexander Pensler, 11 Dec 2024 12:37
The CS2150. (Image source: PNY)

PNY CS2150 SSD debuts with up to 10GB/s read speed thanks to PCIe Gen5 upgrade

PNY touts its latest solid-state drive (SSD) as capable of "Next-Gen Speeds" thanks to its new NVMe PCIe Gen5 x4 interface. The OEM asserts that it is the ideal new PC upgrade for professionals with its TCG Opal 2.0 spec. The CS21...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Dec 2024 17:39
Microsoft Copilot Vision AI sees what users are doing in Microsoft Edge to assist them. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft opens Copilot Vision beta test to select Copilot Pro subscribers

The Copilot Vision AI can see everything users do in the Microsoft Edge web browser and provide verbal recommendations, information, planning help, and gaming tips when prompted. All data processed by Copilot Vision will be delete...
David Chien, 09 Dec 2024 22:28
A well-known leaker from the Windows universe names a few key details about Microsoft's planned Surface lineup in 2025. (Image source: Notebookcheck).

Surface Laptop Mini and more: Microsoft's plans for the Surface lineup in 2025

2024 saw the introduction of quite a few new Surface products. The second half of the year in particular was packed with new CoPilot+ PCs and convertibles with the Snapdragon X Elite chip. In addition to a Surface Laptop with Inte...
Alexander Fagot, 08 Dec 2024 14:46
The HyperOS ecosystem in action. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi mulls expanding HyperOS ecosystem to Apple devices

Xiaomi has designed its latest version of Android to act as much of a hub for with the rest of its smart devices as possible. Now, the OEM is reportedly trying to find a way to make that "interconnectivity" compatible with hardwar...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 18:18
Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 566.36 details (Image source: Own)

Delta Force and Path of Exile 2 receive optimizations in the latest GeForce Game Ready Driver package

In addition to day-one support for several titles launching this month, including Delta Force, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Path of Exile 2, Nvidia's driver package with version number 566.36 also packs one-click optima...
Codrut Nistor, 07 Dec 2024 15:44
Logitech Pop Icon Keys review - Compact keyboard with customizable action keys

Logitech Pop Icon Keys review - Compact keyboard with customizable action keys

Compact, stylish, affordable. The Logitech Pop Icon Keys is a wireless keyboard available in various colors, that impressed us in the test with its quiet touch, long battery life and smart functions. However, there are still a few compromises to be made.
Daniel Schmidt, 06 Dec 2024 03:13
Acer Swift Go 14 AI laptop review: 24-hour runtime for the MacBook Air competitor with Snapdragon

85% Acer Swift Go 14 AI laptop review: 24-hour runtime for the MacBook Air competitor with Snapdragon

Extreme binge-watching potential. ARM processors for Windows laptops are here to stay for the third time. In the new Acer Swift Go 14 AI, the ARM CPU makes room for a large battery, resulting in outstanding runtime. But what about the performance of the Snapdragon laptop? We take a closer look!
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS | 14.50" | 1.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 06 Dec 2024 02:57
Epic Games will begin its Holiday Sale 2024 with a new mystery game giveaway. (Image source: Epic Games)

Epic Games Store mystery free game giveaway to return for the holiday season

Epic Games has just giving away $85 worth of games. However, it turns out these titles will be the last regular giveaways of the year as the storefront marks the return of its free mystery game promotion period.
Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2024 19:06
The Fortis G1i 14-inch Chromebook. (Image source: HP)

HP Fortis G1-series Chromebooks and laptop debut as new school-proof lightweight PCs

HP asserts that its latest education-friendly PCs have the stamina students need to get through the school day in terms of both performance and battery life while remaining as light and thin as possible. The series consists of new...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2024 15:00
Asus ROG Ally powered by SteamOS logo

'Powered by SteamOS' gaming handheld validation leaks in Valve documentation, Asus ROG Ally may be among first handhelds with official SteamOS support

Updated SteamOS partner guidelines seem to point to an imminent full-scale launch of SteamOS on other gaming handhelds out of the box, nevermind simply as an ISO for gamers to install on their own machines. Previous work suggests ...
Julian van der Merwe, 05 Dec 2024 06:53
The Flexbar should be compatible with professional applications and even games. (Image source: Eniac Technology)

This new crowdfunding campaign aims to bring back Apple's Touch Bar but for Windows and Mac

The Flexbar is a rather unusual accessory designed for Windows and Mac. Built around an ESP32 microcontroller, the Flexbar features a 2K AMOLED touchscreen and supports software that allows it to mimic Apple's infamous Touch Bar.
Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2024 17:25
Ayaneo Flip KB

77% Ayaneo Flip KB review - handheld console with great functionality powered by the less efficient AMD Ryzen 7 8840U

This is Ayaneo's first attempt at a clamshell design inspired by the classic Nintendo DS. The KB variant is powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U and comes with a bright 7-inch angle-adjustable touchscreen and mini keyboard instead of the second touchscreen. Additionally, it features excellent game controllers, future-proof port selection with USB4 and OCuLink, as well as a highly-configurable AYASpace 2.0 control center.
AMD Ryzen 7 8840U | AMD Radeon 780M | 7.00" | 650 g
Bogdan Solca, 02 Dec 2024 13:21
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