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The last giveaway of April 2025 from Epic Games Store is now live, which will run from now to May 1, 2025. With this refresh, the storefront has also revealed the second free game that will become available soon.

Xiaomi has now released the Redmi Monitor G Pro 27U. Built around 1,152 Mini LED local dimming zones, the 27-inch gaming monitor delivers up to 1,600 nits peak brightness, fast response times and a choice between 4K visuals or a 320 Hz refresh rate.

Samsung is said to hold an Unpacked event on May 13 where it will unveil the Galaxy S25 Edge in its home country. The phone will first be available in South Korea and China starting May 23.

The Dimensity Auto Cockpit Platform C-X1 is MediaTek's first SoC for cars to launch with Blackwell graphics. The GPU is backed to confer enhanced in-car navigation, voice assistance and safety as well as gaming through the integration of large language models (LLMs). It should also make a next-gen vehicle compatible with Nvidia's Drive AGX autonomous driving solution.

The Vivo Watch 5 boasts over three weeks of battery life despite weighing less than 35 g. The Vivo Watch 5 features an ultra-bright display too, and can even detect potential blood pressure problems.

The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 4 is set to launch soon, which will be a small 8.8-inch gaming tablet with the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite. Per a reliable tipster, iQOO is working on an even smaller flagship tab.

The demand for the Switch 2 in the US and Canada has been overwhelming for Nintendo and it states that those who registered their interest in purchasing the console might not get a delivery on launch day. The first wave of invites will go out on May 8.

Even facing criticism, the Switch 2 price may be low enough to set console sales records. Analysts in a Bloomberg report predict that the handheld will sell more in its first two weeks than the PS4 or PS5. Supply could threaten that record as Nintendo struggles to meet Switch 2 pre-order demand.

The eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 and Robot Vacuum Omni E25 have been officially launched. These new models offer a longer roller mop, up to 20,000 Pa suction power and come with a self-cleaning docking station. Plus, the E28 has a detachable deep cleaner, which can be used to clean stains on your carpets or upholstery.

Oppo has unleashed the A5 Pro 5G with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor of a mid-range smartphone, albeit with the durability ratings of a flagship. It also packs a large battery for its "Ultra Bright" display, although other devices deliver similar experiences for a better price.

The Acer Swift Go 14 (SFG14-73T) with a Core Ultra 7 155H Meteor Lake APU, 16 GB of RAM, 512 GB of storage, and a 14-inch 1,920x1,200 IPS display is now on sale at a massive discount. Thanks to the touch-capable 100% sRGB display, fast performance, and stable construction, the Acer Swift Go 14 is a solid machine for daily use.

The Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical Edition smartwatches are now available globally. These new wearables have a built-in flashlight and a range of exclusive features such as a night vision mode and a rucking activity. Plus, two of the three watches offer solar charging for an unlimited battery life.

Garmin has started rolling out a new update to Instinct E and Instinct 3 beta testers. Available as Beta Version 9.13, the update focuses on resolving bugs that could cause smartwatches to crash when using Garmin Share, plugging them into a computer or when using Body Battery functionality.

Anbernic has finally revealed all there is to know about its first gaming handheld release of 2025. The Anbernic RG557 builds on the existing RG556 with faster performance, refined joysticks and wired fast charging support, among other improvements. Anbernic has confirmed that the RG557 will be available for people living in the US, too.

The Nubia Z70S Ultra aims to stand out with its premium 35 mm main camera. Nubia has introduced a set of accessories to transform the flagship phone into a stylish compact camera with a filter adapter, interchangeable lenses, a grip, and a dedicated shutter button.

Rather than using the terms interchangeably as before, Tesla now makes a distinction between the Cybercab two-seater and a Robotaxi that can be any of its HW4 vehicles. The Model Y used for Tesla's upcoming robotaxi rideshare service won't differ from what customers can currently buy off the lot.

The Redmi Turbo 4 Pro is now official, packing the new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and a massive 7,550mAh battery. The device is now available in China, with a starting price of CNY 2,199 (~$301).

The HyperOS 2.2 beta is already available to the select Xiaomi 15 series users. As for the stable update, XiaomiTime reports that it will roll out to the newly launched devices between mid-May and mid-June 2025.

OnePlus has now officially unveiled the OnePlus 13T with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 120 Hz display and a 6,260 mAh battery capacity. Although OnePlus has not revealed global availability yet, the OnePlus 12T is already available worldwide from importers for as little as $599.

The Epic Games Store is rounding off April 2025 with a new round of free game giveaways. Available for a short time, Chuchel can be added to your Epic Games library alongside a slew of in-game items for Albion Online, a free-to-play sandbox MMORPG.

Anker has launched the Prime TB5 Docking Station (14-in-1, 8K, Thunderbolt 5) in the US and the EU. This new accessory is designed for gamers and creators, with a cooling system and ambient lighting. Features include multiple Thunderbolt 5 ports, support for an 8K output, and data transfer speeds up to 120 Gbps.

Samsung is beginning to push out the latest April 2025 security update to the Galaxy S25 series in the US. The new firmware also integrates the Media Player widget into the notification panel and improves the camera experience.

Whether you take out enemies with the Silverballer or drop a chandelier for a silent kill, few stealth shooters offer the same level of creative freedom as Hitman: Blood Money. Right now, it's available on Steam for less than $1, thanks to a 90% discount.

The reimagination of the Pebble 2 is set to start shipping in July. Core Devices, the company behind the project, has unveiled the box contents of this retro-inspired smartwatch. Besides the watch itself, the box includes a clever adapter that allows the device to charge via a standard USB-C cable.

Alongside the OnePlus 13T, the company has introduced a new power bank, the OnePlus SuperVOOC 150 W. It features a built-in cable, 20,000 mAh capacity, and two more ports. The launch price is CNY 349, around $48.

Rockstar’s marketing approach for GTA 6 is, to say the least, minimalistic. For over a year, no official updates have been released. Still, the community's excitement remains strong – so much so that the first trailer alone set two new records.

Cuktech has introduced its latest, the Cuktech 15 GaN wall charger, in the US. The wall charger boasts a total of four ports—three USB-C and one USB-A— and delivers a maximum output of 140 W at once. Plus, it also uses GaN technology to provide faster charging speeds while minimizing heat. The charger is now available for purchase via Amazon.

The TCL QM7 65-inch Mini LED QLED 4K TV is on sale at an enticing price. The TV boasts high HDR/SDR brightness and excellent contrast thanks to Full-Array Local Dimming. Additionally, gamers get to enjoy 4K output at @144Hz alongside VRR.

SpaceX is dropping the Starlink satellite Internet residential subscription waitlists in busy areas where it previously had people queue up until a slot appears. The tradeoff now is a higher price for hooking up to the Starlink satellites.

A Reddit modder turned a broken Steam Deck into a Joy-Con-powered "Steam Switch 2" with Bluetooth controls, 3D-printed housing, and plans for internal Joy-Con charging. It's wild, but it works.

At the Japan IT Week Tokyo Spring Show, Minisforum unveiled a couple of new systems, and the PCs within the G1 gaming mini PC series are among them. The lineup has two additions, and the G1 Pro features a desktop GeForce RTX 5060.

Anker's Nebula sub-brand has announced a new high-end projector that provides a cinema-grade experience outdoors. The new projector is packed with features such as liquid cooling, optical zoom, a micro-gimbal, and the ability to automatically detect the room or space it's placed in and adjust its settings to fit said space.

Amazon has dropped the price of the JBL Bar 700 soundbar with a 33% discount. The soundbar can reproduce immersive 5.1 Dolby Atmos surround sound with enhanced dialogue clarity and stream audio via Apple AirPlay and Amazon Alexa.

LG HDTVs and monitors runninng webOS 24 or higher now support the Xbox app, enabling users to stream top game titles without an Xbox console or high-end gaming PC at home.

Budget-conscious home cinema fans can once again take advantage of huge discounts on both the LG C4 and G4 OLED, whose 77-inch variants are back on sale for some of their lowest prices ever.

The entry-level model of the M4 MacBook Air is currently on sale for its lowest price ever at Amazon. The M4 MacBook Air has been hailed by many as the best value laptop on the market right now, making today's deal even more enticing.

iRobot has unveiled the Romba Max 705 Vac robot vacuum. The top-of-the-line model is capable of mapping homes in 3D, navigating around toys and objects with AI vision, and cleaning autonomously for up to 75 days with its AutoEmpty dock.

Thanks to a special coupon code for Easter, the Ryzen 9-powered Geekom mini PC has now dropped 34% below its official list price and becomes a noteworthy option for users who are in the market for a well-performing and compact desktop computer.

Alleviating fears of delays, the Razer Blade 16 is finally available. US buyers can choose from several configurations with RTX 50-series GPUs. Notebookcheck's review concluded that the slimmer gaming laptop doesn't sacrifice performance.

HMD will be announcing follow-ups to two of its major devices released in 2024, according to information revealed in a new leak. The Finnish company will announce two successors to the HMD Skyline and a second generation HMD Fusion modular phone.

Fujifilm has started discontinuing the X-S20, indicating that an X-S30 may be on the horizon to replace the nearly two-year-old compact hybrid interchangeable-lens camera, although when exactly this will happen is a mystery.

The Runk2.0 is a new and compact power bank that supports location tracking as well as NFC. It sports a carrying loop that can also be used as a charging cable.

Ever since the Game Boy Advance SP and Nintendo DS, clamshell handhelds have been quite popular with gamers. New retro handhelds like Anbernic's RG35XXSP are no exception. That’s why the streamer Bob Wulff has now created a clamshell version of the Lenovo Legion Go.

An X user has managed to get their hands on a Nintendo Switch 2 motherboard. As previously rumoured, it is confirmed to use an Nvidia Tegra chip and memory modules from SK Hynix. Update: The X post got removed which may or may not be due to Nintendo submitting a complaint to the platform.

With the Nintendo Switch 2 release date approaching, less buyers are investing in new consoles. New March figures show slowing PS5, Xbox, and Switch console sales in the US. Fewer gamers purchased video games, but the decline isn't as severe.

The Motorola Edge 60 is almost here as the latest representative in the Edge 60 series. According to new reports, the device will borrow from the Edge 60 Pro in various areas. However, the Edge 60 will save in other areas to hit a much lower price point that could see it landing for ~$250 less than the Edge 60 Pro.

Casio has confirmed that the new G-Shock MRG-BF1000RG-3A Goliath Frogman watch will be released in the UK with a high price tag. This model leaked earlier this year and is already confirmed to be launching in Japan in the near future. Features include Dive Mode, Bluetooth connectivity and Tough Solar charging.

The Honor Pad GT is a new gaming-focused tablet built around an 11.5-inch display. Packing eight speakers and a 144 Hz refresh rate, the Honor Pad GT appears to share all its hardware with last year's Honor Pad V9.

Garmin’s popular ECG app has been released to various smartwatch users in the UK and Switzerland. It arrived in other European countries earlier in 2025 and is compatible with models like the Fenix 7 Pro, Fenix 8 and Tactix 8. The ECG app can be used to track your heart rate and rhythm and can detect early signs of AFib.

It looks like Motorola is almost ready to expand the Edge 60 series with another two models. Ahead of the Edge 60 Pro's official arrival, two leakers have shared almost all there is to know about the device including its reported launch pricing.