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Apr 1, 2025
This new Lenovo gaming tablet will likely launch globally as a Lenovo Legion Tab model. (Image Source: Lenovo)

New Lenovo Legion gaming tablet on the way as details emerge in new leak

Lenovo is set to launch a new gaming tablet shortly. This tablet will likely be a refresh of the Legion Y700 (2025) which debuted towards the end of last year, and is tipped to bring both performance and design upgrades.
Ricci Rox, 01 Apr 2025 11:32
The upcoming season of Warzone will offer better matchmaking (Image Source: Activision)

Warzone players can now turn off crossplay, season 3 comes with improved matchmaking

With the upcoming season 3 of Call of Duty: Warzone, players will be able to turn off crossplay matchmaking - something that players have been requesting for a while now. And of course, Verdansk is back.
Nitisha Upadhye, 01 Apr 2025 10:41
A screenshot from Runescape Dragonwilds that showcases the games unique and colorful visual style. (Image Source: Steam)

Jagex announces a new survival game set in the Runescape universe

Runescape: Dragonwilds is an entirely new open-world survival game set in the forgotten lands of Ashenfall. The game will be released on Steam Early Access later this year and will feature familiar monsters, skills, and activities from the classic MMO.
Rohith Bhaskar, 01 Apr 2025 10:26
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is one of the most beloved games in the Assassin's Creed franchise. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag remake: New screenshot surfaces online with dev build tag

A new screenshot leak is adding fuel to rumors of an Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake, showing improved graphics and a callback to a popular AC region. Fans are hopeful, but also cautious due to April Fools' timing. Update: The leaked screenshot has now been confirmed by the original poster to be an April Fools’ joke and not an actual image from Ubisoft’s development. No remake footage has surfaced yet.
Anubhav Sharma, 01 Apr 2025 10:00
The upcoming handheld seems to have a black color like the ROG Ally X. (Image source: Asus)

Asus teases its next (Xbox) ROG gaming handheld device

Asus has released the first teaser for what is believed to be the new handheld gaming PC it is developing in partnership with Xbox. The teaser reveals the device will have multiple upgrades in key areas compared to the current ROG Ally handhelds.
Habeeb Onawole, 01 Apr 2025 09:48
A Tesla Model 3. A new report reveals that EVs, including Teslas, depreciate faster than ICE (Image source: Charlie Deets on Unsplash)

Report: EVs, including Tesla, depreciate faster than ICEs

A report by iSeeCars has ranked vehicles according to their depreciation rates. Electric vehicles lose their value faster, with 58.8 percent in five years, compared to the industry average of 45.6 percent. The Jaguar i-Pace sheds the most, but Teslas feature prominently in the top ten.
David Odejide, 01 Apr 2025 09:47
"Small, powerful, and beautiful OnePlus 13T. See you this month." (Image Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 13T: OnePlus officially confirms existence of rumored Google Pixel-inspired compact flagship

The OnePlus 13T is coming. OnePlus has now officially confirmed the existence of the compact flagship in a series of posts on Weibo, with an adjacent leak indicating the phone will take inspiration from the design of Google's Pixel lineup.
Ricci Rox, 01 Apr 2025 08:31
Razer Blade 16 at GDC 2025 running Cyberpunk 2077 with DLSS 4 active (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Even the top-end 175 W GeForce RTX 5090 offers just minor performance benefits over the Razer Blade 16

The mobile GeForce RTX 5090 maxes out at 175 W compared to 500+ W on the desktop RTX 5090. Consequently, even the fastest mobile RTX 5090 is just barely better than the 150 W or 160 W versions based on our ongoing tests.
Allen Ngo, 01 Apr 2025 08:23
Some budget gaming laptops from MSI are shipping with just 8 GB of RAM and an anti-tamper sticker to dissuade end-users from upgrading the memory themselves (Image source: MSI)

It's 2025 and retailers are still selling gaming laptops with just 8 GB of RAM

8 GB of PC RAM was barely acceptable a decade ago and it remains true a decade later especially on gaming laptops. Unfortunately, models are *still* shipping with just 8 GB of RAM which can noticeably impact the user experience.
Allen Ngo, 01 Apr 2025 06:44
Denali's mobile food recycler unit tackles the problem of foods being dumped rather than recycled during emergency situations. (Image source: Denali on LinkedIn)

Denali Water Solutions unveils mobile food recycler to reduce organic waste and emissions during natural disasters

The Denali mobile food recycler separates expired and damaged foods from their packaging and produces organic output that can be used as feed or compost, diverting unsalable foods from supermarkets from going into landfills during natural disasters.
David Chien, 01 Apr 2025 04:34
Nintendo Switch 2 docked (Image source: Nintendo Switch 2 subreddit)

Nintendo Switch 2 leak about dev kits lacking a 4K output contradicts earlier reports on specs

There are new questions about whether Switch 2 specs will include a 4K video output. A popular insider reported that some dev kits are missing support for this resolution. On the other hand, Nintendo may be issuing multiple pre-release tools with varying capabilities.
Adam Corsetti, 01 Apr 2025 00:55
Mar 31, 2025
The Hisense U8QG ULED TV is set to launch later in 2025. (Image source: Hisense)

Hisense's new U8 ULED TV with Dolby Vision Gaming unveiled

The Hisense U8QG, a new mini LED TV, has been officially revealed alongside other models in the brand's 2025 range. Its features include a 165Hz native refresh rate, support for Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Vision Gaming. Plus, at least the US version of this TV will have Google TV.
Polly Allcock, 31 Mar 2025 23:23
What to do about identity theft(?). (Image source: via DallE 3)

First 48 hours following identity theft is crucial: New report

As digital threats and crimes become more and more sophisticated, the importance of remaining informed and proactive about how to respond to them rises to match. That includes knowing what to do if you find out your personal data has been stolen, which, according to those in the legal profession, includes taking action to protect yourself from the fallout as soon as possible.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2025 22:19
The Vivo Y300 Pro+ has an almost bezel-less curved display (Image source: Vivo)

7,300mAh battery and 5,000-nit AMOLED display at mid-range price: Vivo unveils the Y300 Pro+

The brand-new Y300 Pro+ packs a gigantic 7,300mAh battery into a sleek chassis that is just 0.31 inches thin. A Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 and an OLED display with an impressive peak HDR brightness of 5,000 nits round out the intriguing specifications of Vivo’s new mid-range smartphone.
Hannes Brecher, 31 Mar 2025 22:14
A Find X8 Ultra in the wild(?). (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Find X8 Ultra backed to be a thinner flagship Android smartphone with bigger battery

Oppo is slated to launch the Find X8 Ultra as its long-awaited Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered Android flagship with top-end Hasselblad-branded cameras. It has allegedly popped up in some new leaks, which purports to demonstrate that the upcoming super-smartphone will be a little more refined in terms of design compared to its predecessor.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2025 21:45
The Armor X32 Pro is a new rugged smartphone with a night vision camera (Image source: Ulefone)

Rugged smartphone with night vision for under $220: Ulefone Armor X32 Pro to launch soon

The Ulefone Armor X32 Pro is a new smartphone that offers a night vision camera and a rugged design. The phone is also relatively compact and has a relatively small display as a result.
Silvio Werner, 31 Mar 2025 21:25
The flagship configuration of the Zbook Ultra 14 is priced at a whopping $8,250 (Image source: HP)

Maxed-out HP Zbook Ultra 14 G1a with 128GB RAM, 4TB SSD and AMD Ryzen Strix Halo costs over $8,000

AMD’s Ryzen Strix Halo with 16 performance cores and the integrated Radeon 8060S GPU is incredibly powerful, but apparently very expensive, especially in business notebooks. For example, HP is officially asking over $8,000 for the new Zbook Ultra 14 with Ryzen AI Max Pro 395.
Hannes Brecher, 31 Mar 2025 20:50
Xiaomi Poco C71: New affordable phone teaser reveals differences vs the Redmi A5

Xiaomi Poco C71: New affordable phone teaser reveals differences vs the Redmi A5

Xiaomi is all ready to launch its latest affordable phone, named Poco C71 in just a few days, if the latest teaser is any indication. Thanks to previous leaks on the Redmi A5, we already know most of the model's specifications, although some them are yet to be confirmed.
Anton Avdyushkin, 31 Mar 2025 20:38
Nitecore's new Tini 3 flashlight (Image source: Andreas Sebayang/Notebookcheck.com)

Tini 3: Nitecore introduces keychain flashlight with OLED display and USB-C

Nitecore is launching a new keychain flashlight called the Tini 3. It can be charged via USB-C and features a small display, which is useful due to the many different settings including one for the light temperature that can be adjusted between 3000 and 6500 Kelvin.
Andreas Sebayang, 31 Mar 2025 20:25
Nintendo Switch 2 January reveal (Image source: screenshot, Nintendo of America)

Some Switch 2 developers may not have dev kits for months as Nintendo tries to minimize leaks

Without dev kits, some developers remain unaware of key Switch 2 specs. Small and medium-sized studios may not receive these tools until June. Even with the next Nintendo Direct approaching, Nintendo still plans to contain inevitable Switch 2 leaks.
Adam Corsetti, 31 Mar 2025 20:11
The CRKD Neo S Linkin Park 5-Fret Fortnite Festival Edition wireless gaming controller features Hall effect thumbsticks (Image source: CRKD)

CRKD launches the Neo S Linkin Park 5-Fret Fortnite Festival Edition wireless gaming controller with Hall effect thumbsticks

CRKD’s new Neo S Linkin Park 5-Fret Fortnite Festival Edition wireless gaming controller is now available for pre-order via its official website. The wireless gaming controller features artwork inspired by the Linkin Park instruments in the Fortnite festival. Other features include hall effect thumbsticks, remappable back buttons, swappable stick tops, adjustable triggers, and wireless connectivity.
Abhinav Fating, 31 Mar 2025 20:01
The "Find X8s+". (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Find X8s+ leaks with same battery size as OnePlus 13

One of Oppo's next Android smartphones is thought to debut with the same premium 120Hz AMOLED display as the pre-existing Find X8. However, the two devices are far from identical, according to the latest leaks. The newer handset is now thought to be slightly thicker and heavier - but only due to its much larger battery.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2025 19:59
Quiet PC fits the Intel NUC 14 Pro+ components inside the Akasa Turing RC Pro case. (Image Source: Quiet PC)

Quiet PC launches UltraNUC Pro 14 silent mini PCs with up to an Intel Ultra 7 155H CPU

Intel's Meteor Lake CPUs up to an Ultra 7 155H are going silent now thanks to Quiet PC's small form-factor implementation that employs the efficient Akasa Turing RC Pro case.
Bogdan Solca, 31 Mar 2025 19:40
A new "Find X8s" render. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Find X8s tipped to have smaller battery than OnePlus 13T

The Oppo Find X8s is slated to launch as a premium Android smartphone with new flagship-grade silicon and an unusually small ~6.3-inch display. It is now tipped to be thinner and lighter than its 'normal' X8 counterpart, yet have a slightly larger battery, according to a new leak.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2025 19:24
Sometimes, a downgrade can fix things. (Image Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia 572.XX drivers are causing stability issues for RTX 4000 and RTX 3000 GPUs in new games

Game developers now openly acknowledge that the newer 572.XX drivers cause frame drops and stuttering in games like inZoi and The First Berserker: Khazan for RTX 4000 / 3000 cards. They recommend a downgrade to version 566.36 for the time being.
Bogdan Solca, 31 Mar 2025 19:13
Vivo has compared the X200 Ultra several times against the iPhone 16 Pro Max so far. (Image source: Vivo - edited)

Vivo X200 Ultra: New 35 mm camera flagship shines in official video sample against iPhone 16 Pro Max

Vivo continues to push the X200 Ultra on the strengths of its camera hardware ahead of its full launch next month. This time, the company has showcased video stabilisation against the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which is touted as the king of the hill when it comes to smartphone videography.
Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 19:08
The Vivoactive 6 is rumoured to be a 42 mm smartwatch just like its predecessor. (Image source: u/JinPingXi19890604 - edited)

Garmin Vivoactive 6: Specs and pricing for Vivoactive 5 successor emerge amid rumours of imminent launch

According to recent reports, Garmin will be replacing the Vivoactive 5 in April. Now, detailed specifications for the Vivoactive 6 have appeared online alongside a rumoured launch price.
Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 19:06
Razer Blade 16 2025 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

The 2025 Razer Blade 16 with the RTX 5090 Laptop looks like a downgrade

This year, Razer uses a significantly slimmer case in the Blade 16, even though this requires compromises in some places. The new model looks a bit like a downgrade overall.
Andreas Osthoff, 31 Mar 2025 19:02
The The 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller for Xbox can be purchased in Jade. (Image source: 8BitDo)

The 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller for Xbox gets a Jade colorway

The 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller for Xbox now comes in a new color reminiscent of the original translucent Xbox console. It is already available for pre-order but won't begin shipping until May 2025.
Habeeb Onawole, 31 Mar 2025 18:50
The Casio Pro Trek PRW-6900YL-5 has an octagonal Bio Mass resin case measuring 44.8mm wide. (Image source: Casio)

Deal | Casio Pro Trek PRW-6900YL-5 is down to one of its lowest prices in months, thanks to a 48% discount

Casio's rugged PRW-6900YL-5 Pro Trek watch is now down to $262.50 on Amazon, hitting one of its best prices recently. With solar charging, atomic timekeeping, and outdoor sensors, it's a solid deal for fans of the outdoors.
Anubhav Sharma, 31 Mar 2025 18:40
The Keychron Q13 Max is one of the wireless keyboards that received new firmware with updated wireless and RGB options

Keychron mechanical keyboard firmware update adds true per-key RGB and SOCD across entire Max line-up

In our Keychron keyboard reviews, we've always praised Keychron Launcher as a strong point for its ease-of-use, broad customisation, and support for macros. A new sweeping update makes Keychron Launcher even more powerful, thanks to the addition of SOCD, individual per-key RGB customisation, and debounce control options.
Julian van der Merwe, 31 Mar 2025 18:17
Google appears to have made next to no visual changes with its new foldable. (Image source: Android Headlines & OnLeaks)

Update | Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Leaked images reveal design of Google's next foldable smartphone

Updated: Device dimensions now revealed. The first render images of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold have been published online. Supposedly based on leaked CADs, the images suggest that it will be difficult, if not impossible, to tell Google's next-generation foldable from the current Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 18:16
The Fenix 6 and its peers rarely receive stable software updates these days. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases first new update in almost a year for older flagship smartwatches

Garmin has quietly started rolling out a new major new update to many of its older smartwatches. Available across the Fenix 6 and Fenix 6 Pro series, among others, the update brings plenty of bug fixes to the table without any new features to speak of.
Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 17:44
Microsoft is tipped to release new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop products later this season. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Surface: Evidence of new Surface Pro or Surface Laptop surfaces after rumours of spring release

Early evidence of Microsoft's rumoured new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop releases has emerged online. The new options appear set to be less powerful than Microsoft's existing Qualcomm and Intel models, though.
Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 17:37
The Last of Us Remastered cover art (Image source: Sony PlayStation)

A new The Last of Us PS5 Special Edition physical game release is drawing mixed reactions

Sony is apparently not finished re-releasing the first two The Last of Us titles. A reliable leaker spotted a new Special Edition The Last of Us PS5 game. The version could be available for pre-order within two months at a price of $109.99.
Adam Corsetti, 31 Mar 2025 17:14
The MGP01 comes in a single finish with RGB lighting. (Image source: Minisforum)

MGP01: Minisforum releases new wireless game controller with launch discount

The MGP01 is a new wireless controller produced by Minisforum. Available for less than its MSRP for the time being, the Minisforum MGP01 boasts almost a day's battery life with Hall effect triggers and joysticks, plus RGB lighting galore.
Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 16:25
The Razr 60 Ultra will run Android 15 when it launches later this year. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra surfaces in new leak with battery and camera upgrades revealed

The next Motorola Razr appears on track for a spring release. Now, a respected leaker has shared fresh information about the so-called Razr 60 Ultra that suggests battery and camera upgrades are also in store compared to last year's model.
Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 16:22
Hisense will launch the U7QG TV in the US and Europe in the next few weeks. (Image source: Hisense)

New Hisense U7 mid-premium Mini LED TV launching soon

Hisense has officially announced the U7QG Mini LED TV, which is launching in various markets in the coming weeks. This ULED model has a native 165Hz refresh rate and an anti-reflection screen. Plus, there is a wide range of gaming features, including support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro.
Polly Allcock, 31 Mar 2025 15:27
Samsung's HW-Q910D is a capable mid-range Dolby Atmos soundbar (Image source: Samsung / Kristen Spradlin / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Samsung HW-Q910D Dolby Atmos soundbar gets a whopping 54% discount

Samsung's HW-Q910D Dolby Atmos soundbar system, usually a hefty $1,300 investment, is currently seeing a massive price cut that makes it much more accessible. This is a capable system, packing 15 drivers arranged in a 9.1.2 channel configuration and support for Dolby Atmos content.
Kristen Spradlin, 31 Mar 2025 15:10
The 1.5 MW pile allows 2,400 A current and full 0-100% charge in 15 minutes. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei one-ups the competition with 1.5 MW Supercharger with robotic arm

The new Huawei Supercharger system beats Tesla's V4 station output, which maxes out at 1.2 MW when plugged into a Semi truck. Huawei's 1.5 MW charger can restore 20 kWh of battery capacity in just a minute.
Daniel Zlatev, 31 Mar 2025 15:06
Lenovo’s 100M projector is now available via third-party retailers. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo 100M cheaper projector with integrated stand now available globally

The Lenovo 100M, or Lenovo Xiaoxin 100M, projector can now be purchased globally through multiple third-party retailers. This is a cheaper 1080p model with an integrated stand for an adjustable projection angle. Other features include built-in speakers, an operating system based on Android 12 and a range of ports.
Polly Allcock, 31 Mar 2025 15:01
Mini Royale has claimed the number 1 spot in Steam’s 'Trending Free' category. (Image source: Steam)

Steam charts #1: Free battle royale with toy soldiers turns playroom into a warzone

In this game, Toy Story collides with Fortnite as you step into the boots of a green plastic soldier battling for survival in a child's bedroom. Despite mixed reviews, it claimed a top spot on the Steam charts.
Marius Müller, 31 Mar 2025 15:00
Amazfit offers the Bip 6 in four colour options, all for $79.99. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Bip 6 now officially available with huge upgrades over Bip 5 for under $80

The Amazfit Bip 6 is now here with various upgrades over the older Bip 5. Available for less than $80, the new smartwatch switches to a brighter AMOLED display and an aluminium frame among other changes.
Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 14:59
According to the leaker eXtas1s, Elden Ring could be released for the Nintendo Switch 2. (Image source: Nintendo / YouTube)

Insider leak: The Switch 2 might launch with one of the greatest RPGs of all time

Few topics are stirring as much buzz among gamers right now as the potential lineup for the Nintendo Switch 2. According to a well-known leaker, one of the rumored titles is none other than Elden Ring – a game many fans of action RPGs consider one of the greatest of all time.
Marius Müller, 31 Mar 2025 14:58
Battlefield 4 is available in the Epic Games Store until April 9 with a 95% discount for $2. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Epic Games Store sale: Explosive AAA shooter now just $2 instead of $40

If you're into explosive action and multiplayer shooters, it could be worth checking out the Epic Games Store right now. Battlefield 4, known for its blockbuster-style gameplay, is available for just $2 until April 9.
Marius Müller, 31 Mar 2025 14:40
The Casio AE1400WH-3AV watch offers 10 years of battery life (Image source: Casio)

Deal | Casio AE1400WH-3AV watch with 100 m water resistance and 10-year battery life drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

The Casio AE1400WH-3AV watch is now 33% off on Amazon. With an LC analog display, a durable resin case, and 200 m water resistance, it’s a rugged watch built for outdoor enthusiasts. The watch also features a 10-year battery life and world time across 31 time zones.
Abhinav Fating, 31 Mar 2025 14:33
The Xiaomi Redmi G27Q 240 Hz has a launch price of ~$165 (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Refreshed Redmi G27Q launches as affordable gaming monitor with 240 Hz refresh rate

The Redmi G27Q has been refreshed, and one key difference from the previous version is the refresh rate. The newer gaming monitor sports a 240 Hz refresh rate instead of 180 Hz but retains the QHD resolution and 1 ms GTG response time.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 31 Mar 2025 13:24
The Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch is receiving software version 6.0.12.3. (Image source: Amazfit)

New Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch update brings smarter Readiness score

Zepp Health is rolling out a new update for the Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch, version 6.0.12.3. This phased release brings four new features and improvements to the wearables, including an enhanced Readiness score metric and a new app. Plus, users have reported another unannounced benefit of this update.
Polly Allcock, 31 Mar 2025 13:04
The Blindsight BCI will start human trials to restore vision in 2025. (Image source: Neuralink)

Elon Musk touts human brain implant trial for the blind in 2025 as Neuralink patents Blindsight and Telekinesis

After its first brain-computer interface implant dubbed Telepathy, Neuralink has now patented the term, alongside two new ones. According to Elon Musk, the Blindsight patent refers to a new implant that will allow blind people to see in low resolution by the end of 2025.
Daniel Zlatev, 31 Mar 2025 12:38
Poster for Zeekr's new 1.2 MW charger. It is faster than BYD's 1 MW Super e-Platform tech and Tesla's 500 kW Superchargers (Image source: Zeekr)

Zeekr's new 1.2 MW charger challenges BYD's 5-minute charging tech and Tesla's Superchargers

Zeekr has announced an EV charger that can supply up to 1.2 MW, beating BYD's Super e-Platform and Tesla's Superchargers. The new liquid-cooled charging tech will debut at the Shanghai auto show in April, with plans for installation starting in Q2 2025.
David Odejide, 31 Mar 2025 10:08

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