CES 2025, one of the biggest tech events of the year, has officially come to a close. Here are the biggest stories you might have missed this week, from CES and beyond.
There was a lot of exciting news coming out of CES, with some of the highlights being NVIDIA’s new RTX 5000-series graphics cards, the OnePlus 13 and 13R Android flagships, Dell’s revamped laptop product lines, and AMD’s new Ryzen CPUs and Radeon GPUs. You can check out our CES 2025 page for our complete coverage, but here are some of the highlights from the event and everything else from this week.
The Big News
These Are NVIDIA’s New RTX 5000-Series GPUs
The RTX 4000-series was unveiled more than two years ago, and while the lineup is still holding up pretty well, we’re already due to successors. NVIDIA has now unveiled its RTX 5000-series, and it’s one of the company’s biggest generational improvements ever. Continue reading…
AMD Just Revealed the Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GPUs
It’s been a couple of years since the last time we got a new generation of GPUs. Intel got the ball rolling with its second-gen Arc cards, which means it’s time for NVIDIA and AMD to make a move themselves. AMD is unveiling its range of RDNA 4 GPUs, starting with the Radeon RX 9070 and the RX 9070 XT. Continue reading…
AMD’s New Ryzen AI Max CPUs Are Built for MacBook Pro Competitors
Apple’s M Pro and M Max chips used in modern MacBook Pro, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro computers have proved difficult to beat, especially in the laptop space. Now, AMD wants to change that with the new Ryzen AI Max chips. Continue reading…
Raspberry Pi 5 Now Has a 16GB RAM Model
The Raspberry Pi Foundation has released a new model of the Raspberry Pi 5. This boosts memory to 16GB, and it’s priced at a fair $120. Continue reading…
Samsung Has Two More Galaxy Book5 Laptops on the Way
Samsung has revealed the Galaxy Book5 Pro and Galaxy Book5 360 at CES 2025. The new laptops have Intel’s latest processors, with the usual assortment of generative AI-powered features. Continue reading…
LEGO Is Making A Nintendo Game Boy
LEGO and Nintendo have announced that they will be releasing a LEGO version of the original Game Boy in October 2025. The announcement came as a surprise and confirms a long-rumored partnership. Continue reading…
Google Chrome Gives up on ‘Compact Mode’ Experiment
Google has ended development on a ‘Compact Mode’ for the Chrome web browser. It would have reduced the size of the browser’s toolbars and controls to fit better on smaller screens. Continue reading…
MSI’s New Tiny Desktop Is a Copilot+ PC
MSI has announced the Cubi NUC AI Series, which includes the Cubi NUC AI+ 2M and the Cubi NUC AI 1UM. These are small but powerful mini PCs that come with built-in AI features. Continue reading…
HMD OffGrid Gives Satellite Texting to Any Phone or Tablet
HMD, the manufacturer behind the Barbie Flip Phone and many Nokia-branded smartphones, just released the HMD OffGrid. It’s designed to add two-way satellite messaging capabilities to any phone or tablet. Continue reading…
The Jackery Solar Roof Blends Seamlessly With Shingles
Jackery is rolling out XBC curved solar shingles, which are meant for installation on residential rooftops. These shingles build solar power but blend in with the roof. Continue reading…
MSI’s New Gaming PC Has a Screen On The Case
Many gaming PC owners (or potential owners) would prefer to build their own systems, but MSI is hoping you’ll reconsider with a unique feature: a giant touchscreen on the front of its new prebuilt gaming PC. Continue reading…
ASUS’s New ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptops Have RTX 5000 GPUs
Few gaming laptops are as popular as the ASUS ROG Zephyrus range. They’re relatively inexpensive compared to other gaming laptops, they’re as no-frills as a gaming laptop can get, and they’re really, really good. Now, we’re in 2025, which means we’re due for yet another refresh, and that’s exactly what ASUS is giving us. Continue reading…
The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i Has 4K Dual Touch Screens
Lenovo has announced new additions to its Yoga line of laptops at CES 2025. These are the Yoga Book 9i and the Yoga Slim 9i, but the Book 9i comes with a touch dual screen. Continue reading…
Lenovo’s ThinkPad X9 Is a More Repairable Work Laptop
Lenovo announced new ThinkPad X9 14 and X9 15 Aura Edition laptops at CES 2025. They have a new ‘Engine Hub’ design that is supposed to improve repairability and performance. Continue reading…
The New ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is A Killer Convertible Gaming Laptop
There are tons of ways you can play PC games these days, including gaming desktops, gaming laptops, and even handhelds now. The ASUS ROG Flow range is one of the best convertable gaming laptops, and the 2025 model looks better than ever. Continue reading…
This Is the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R
OnePlus has revealed its flagship smartphone lineup for 2025, the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R. They will probably be some of the best Android phones we’ll get this year, with great screens and up to a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Continue reading…
Anker’s New Solix Smart Coolers Are Also Power Stations
Anker revealed three electric coolers under its SOLIX brand. The EverFrost models have capacities of 23 liters, 40 liters, and 58 liters, and can also function as a power station. Continue reading…
The ASUS Zenbook A14 Has Qualcomm’s Best Snapdragon Chips
While Apple has seen a lot of success with Apple silicon-powered ARM Macs, ARM on the Windows side is still rough with software compatibility. This new computer by ASUS might be as good as an ARM Windows laptop can get in 2025. Continue reading…
The New Alienware 16 and 18 Area-51 Gaming Laptops Have Dolby Vision and Atmos
Dell has unveiled the Alienware 16 Area-51 and 18 Area-51 gaming laptops, featuring advanced cooling systems and premium designs. Both models boast improved sound and visuals with Dolby Vision and Atmos support, as well as customizable lighting and power settings through the Alienware Command Center software. Continue reading…
Razer’s Latest Blade 16 Laptop is Here, And It Looks Great
Razer sells a lot of PC gaming computers and accessories, and the Razer Blade series has been one of the best gaming laptops for years, especially for anyone wanting a sleek computer. Now, Razer has announced the latest iteration of the Razer Blade 16, and it looks great. Continue reading…
HP’s New Small Form Factor Gaming PC Boasts Big Specs
HP announced the OMEN 16L, its smallest OMEN gaming desktop to date. It appears to be a very competent pre-assembled PC, with configurations for RTX 40-series GPUs and Intel Core Ultra CPUs. Continue reading…
The Anker Power Bank 25K Shows the Charging Status on a Screen
A new power bank, designated Anker Power Bank 25K, has been announced. It has a 25,000mAh capacity and 165W fast charging capabilities, but also comes with a display that shows you its current battery status. Continue reading…
Anker Charger 140W With Display Helps Stop Overcharging
Anker has announced a new 140W charger with a built-in screen for the current charging status. This charger has three USB-C ports and one USB-A port, letting you charge multiple devices at the same time. Continue reading…
Anker Made a Solar-Powered Umbrella to Charge Power Stations
Anker sells a few portable power stations that can be charged with solar panels. Now, it has created a more elegant way to charge them up: a solar-powered umbrella. Continue reading…
Acer Revo Box AI Is a Great Tiny PC for Work
Acer has announced the Revo Box AI. This compact desktop computer is a very powerful PC for being so small, but mostly for work. Continue reading…
HP’s EliteBook X Ultra G1i Wants to Be a MacBook Air Killer
Few thin and light computers are as powerful as the MacBook Air, which also means that everyone wants to replicate its success and compete with it. The new HP EliteBook X Ultra G1a is certainly no MacBook Air, but it looks a heck of a lot like one. Continue reading…
The Dell Pro 14 and Pro 16 Are a Fresh Start
Dell has announced a new series of laptops designed for productivity use: the Dell Pro 14 and Dell Pro 16. This is a whole new line for Dell, and you can choose between a sleek platinum silver or a textured dark gray finish. Continue reading…
This Dell Monitor Comes With Invisible Headphones
Need a monitor that does it all? Dell is preparing to launch the 32 Plus 4K QD-OLED Monitor, a compelling product for laptop owners who want a simple yet powerful desktop experience. Continue reading…
Acer’s New Swift Go Laptops Come In Intel and AMD Versions
Acer has announced new models in its Swift Go laptop line. This includes the standard and AI-powered versions, which will be released in 2025. Continue reading…
HP’s New Thunderbolt Docks Have So Many Ports
HP has revealed three Thunderbolt 4 docks at CES 2025, intended to turn laptops into full multi-monitor desktop setups with just one cable. Two of the docks have 13 ports each. Continue reading…
Acer’s New PC Handhelds Have Larger Screens and Better Hardware
Acer has announced two new handheld gaming devices, the Nitro Blaze 8 and Nitro Blaze 11. Both models use powerful AMD Ryzen 8040 processors, which provide impressive performance. They’re also coming before the previously-announced Nitro Blaze 7. Continue reading…
Dell’s XPS Laptops Get a Reboot: Meet the Dell Pro 13 & 14 Premium
Dell has announced the new Dell Pro 13 Premium and Pro 14 Premium laptops. This is an entirely new product line, similar to last year’s Dell XPS laptops and Apple’s MacBook Pro series. Continue reading…
Dell’s New UltraSharp Monitors Double Down on Contrast and USB Ports
Dell unveiled two new UltraSharp 4K monitors, both with IPS Black displays and integrated Thunderbolt 4 hubs. Continue reading…
Microsoft’s Bing Made a Fake Google-Like Web Search
Microsoft is trying a new strategy to get people to use its Bing search engine. When someone who isn’t logged into a Microsoft account searches for “Google” on Bing, the results page changes to look a lot like Google’s. Continue reading…
JBL’s Tour One M3 Has a New Audio Transmitter, Better ANC
JBL is one of the best known names in the audio space, for good reason. If you’ve been looking for premium over-the-ear headphones, they have some solid options, and now the JBL Tour One M3 is here to raise the bar even higher. Continue reading…
Nanoleaf Unveils New Bias Lighting for Your Desk
At CES 2025, Smart lighting maker Nanoleaf announced its new new PC Screen Mirror Lightstrip. The accessory is a great way to add impressive background lights to your desk setup. Continue reading…
JBL Reveals More Party-Sized Portable Speakers
JBL has announced its new PartyBox speaker lineup at CES 2025. This lineup includes the PartyBox 520, PartyBox Encore 2, and PartyBox Encore Essential 2. Continue reading…
JBL’s New Smart Clock Wants to Take Over Your Nightstand
JBL has announced the JBL Horizon 3, a new smart alarm clock. It combines a phone charging station, alarm clock, Bluetooth speaker, and FM radio in one device. Continue reading…
JBL Has New Affordable ‘Tune’ Earbuds on the Way
When you’re on a tight budget, JBL Tune earbuds and headphones are often a safe bet. Now, JBL is preparing to roll out the second generation of its affordable Tune lineup. Just don’t expect any earth-shattering upgrades. Continue reading…
UGREEN’s Powerful New NAS Gives People Something to Argue About
An overpowered home server with an integrated LLM. That’s the basic idea behind UGREEN’s new NASync iDX6011, a device that’s sure to generate vicious arguments among NAS enthusiasts. Continue reading…
Venu Sports Streaming Service Has Been Cancelled
Venu Sports, the sports streaming service being developed by Disney, Fox Corp, and Warner Bros. Discovery, has officially been cancelled. The announcement comes a few days after Disney revealed changes to its own TV services. Continue reading…
The Switchbot S20 Pro Is a Smarter Robot Mop
SwitchBot has announced the S20 Pro Floor Cleaning Robot at CES 2025. This latest model is an upgrade from the S10, with improved debris cleaning and mopping abilities. Continue reading…
SwitchBot’s K20+ Pro Is a Robot Vac With Modular Hats
SwitchBot announced a new home robot that can handle multiple tasks. Its main feature is the FusionPlatform, which uses ClawLock technology to connect and control different smart devices. Continue reading…
UGREEN Just Revealed a Sleek Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station
UGREEN announced the Revodok Max 2131 at CES 2025, a Thunderbolt 5 docking station sporting more ports and better video output features than its Thunderbolt 4 counterparts. Continue reading…
UGREEN’s New Multi-Device Charger Pushes 500W of Power
UGREEN revealed a new multi-port desktop charging station that can power up as many as five laptops or similar high-powered devices simultaneously. Continue reading…
Withings Omnia Is Your Health Screening Mirror
Withings showed off an ambitious mirror-like accessory dubbed Omnia, designed to paint a comprehensive picture of one’s overall health. Continue reading…
Belkin’s Novel New Power Bank Has Analog Photography Vibes
Belkin unveiled Stage PowerGrip: an unusual power bank that doubles as a phone grip resembling an old-school analog camera. Continue reading…
