eBay is offering a great deal on a well equipped RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop. Antonline (via eBay) has listed the Asus ROG Strix G16 RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop for $1,999.99 with free shipping. In addition to the powerful graphics card, this laptop features the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor, which is one of the most powerful AMD mobile CPU available right now.
Antonline is an authorized Asus reseller, so you'll be getting the same 1 year warranty as buying from Asus direct. Their official eBay store has over 300,000 reviews with a 98.9% positive feedback rating. This laptop is currently in stock and will be delivered to you within 2-4 days. Antonline also offers free returns within 30 days.
Asus ROG Strix G16 RTX 5070 Ti Gaming Laptop for $1,999.99
The Asus ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop features a 16" 2.5K 240Hz IPS display, AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. It measures 0.9" thin and weighs about 5.5 pounds. It's not the lightest laptop on the block, but that's because the Strix models put more emphasis on maximum performance and cooling. This is a pretty high-end model from Asus, sitting just under the Scar lineup and side by side with the Zephyrus lineup. The top lid boasts solid aluminum construction, but the base is made of plastic to keep the weight down and reduce heat transfer to the keyboard and palm area so that your hands don't get toasty while gaming.
The Strix G16 is equipped with a current generation AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor, which has a max turbo frequency of 5.4GHz with 16 cores, 32 threads, and 64MB total L3 cache. According to Passmark, this is the third most powerful AMD mobile CPU available right now and beats out Intel's Core Ultra 295HX. In fact, the only AMD processors that have a higher rating are the new X3D models which are very difficult to find in all but the highest end laptops.
The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti mobile GPU is better than the RTX 4080 mobile
The Asus ROG Strix G16 laptop offers a more substantial cooling design than thinner models like Asus' own ROG Zephyrus and is able to accomodate more powerful GPUs like the RTX 5070 Ti without any power throttling. That's important if you want to be able to play games comfortably on the display's enhanced 2560x1600 resolution. The RTX 5070 Ti mobile GPU is a substantial upgrade over the 4070 Ti. In fact, it offers gaming performance on par with the RTX 4080 and takes the lead in any games that support DLSS 4 with multi-frame generation. It's considerably more powerful than the RTX 5070 and the GPU I would recommend at the minimum for gaming at 2.5K resolution.
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Here's a great deal on a 3-in-1 power bank that you don't see every day. Amazon is currently offering an Iniu 10,000mAh 30W Power Bank with foldable plug and USB cable for just $16.79 after you apply 40% off coupon code "8LGHJN3V". It's available in six different colors, although the black one will get you the cheapest price by about $1. This power bank will more than double the total battery life for your Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Apple iPhone, or Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
Iniu 10,000mAh 45W Power Bank for $12.39
Normally you would need to take along at least three items with you to keep your Switch 2 charged up on the road: a power bank when there's no outlet available, a wall charger when there is one available (and also to charge the power bank), and a cable to link everything together. Instead, why not just bring along one device that carries out all three tasks?
The Iniu is first and foremost a power bank with a 10,000mAh (37Whr) battery capacity. It has three output ports: one built-in USB Type-C cable, one USB Type-C port, and one USB Type-A port. The 30W of Power Delivery is enough to fast charge the Nintendo Switch or Switch 2, which has a maximum charging rate of 18W-20W, and the Apple iPhone 16, which has a maximum charging rate of 30W even for the Pro Max model.
The Iniu power bank doesn't need a wall charger because it basically has one internally. It comes equipped with a built-in 2-prong plug that you can insert directly into any available two or three prong outlet. It also handily folds out of the way when not in use to minimize the chance of breakage while traveling.
Finally, the Iniup power bank includes a built-in USB Type-C cable so that you no longer need to bring along your own. It loops back and clips into itself when not in use so that you can use it as a handy lanyard.
Of course the best "feature" is the price. To get all three items would generally cost you over $20, even if you get everything on sale. At under $17, this 3-in-1 is a versatile bargain.
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I must admit, Magic: The Gathering’s new Edge of Eternities surprised me. I felt it was going to be a relatively soft follow-up to the game’s most popular set ever, Universes Beyond: Final Fantasy, and yet it feels like another home run.
A great new setting, unique designs, and some big chase cards have seen stock selling out fast, particularly when it comes to Collector Boosters. As a result, you can still find them, but you’ll need to brave the secondary market - and pay over the odds, sadly.
Where To Find Magic’s Edge of Eternities Collector Boosters
Because they contain a higher chance of opening chase cards worth hundreds (and maybe even thousands), Collector Boosters cost more than Play Boosters and are also unlikely to be reprinted. Once they’re gone, there’s a good chance they’re gone for good.
Thankfully, Play Boosters are looking much more likely to be found closer to MSRP for months. The set is standard legal for a long time yet, meaning you can reasonably expect Play Boosters (and the set’s pair of Commander Decks) to be reprinted pretty regularly.
Lloyd Coombes is an experienced freelancer in tech, gaming and fitness seen at Polygon, Eurogamer, Macworld, TechRadar and many more. He's a big fan of Magic: The Gathering and other collectible card games, much to his wife's dismay.
Last weekend, a number of gaming fans traveled to Tampa, Florida to attend the National Gaming Expo. The convention, in its first year, promised encounters with actors such as the casts of Grand Theft Auto V, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Mortal Kombat, as well as the former voices behind Nintendo's Peach and Bowser, Donkey Kong composer Grant Kirkhope, and a lot more.
Instead, convention attendees were treated to empty halls, missing talent, a no-show photographer, and...camels?
The National Gaming Expo took place from August 8 through 10 at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa. The official website claims it expected around 30,000 people in attendance, and promised talent signings, photograph opportunities, vendors, and a cosplay contest. On social media, accounts such as Celebrity Talent Booking and voice actors like Ned Luke (GTA V) and Rob Wiethoff (Red Dead Redemption) promoted their appearances at the convention. Wiethoff, who plays John Marston, whipped up a particular fervor with some initial teasing of "exciting news" that got fans excited for some kind of franchise news - but it turned out he was just talking about a reunion of the Red Dead Redemption 1 and 2 casts at the expo.
However, that reunion was...disorganized, to say the least. The entire convention was disorganized. Despite the National Gaming Expo's lofty promises, fans paid $40 for a single-day ticket, $90 for the weekend, and showed up to a pretty barren event, as revealed in various photos and videos on social media:
So this was my first con and didn’t what to expect but this was definitely not it. Don’t support Mike wittenberg, because I was at the national gaming expo and it was so awkward and unorganized 😬 pic.twitter.com/vgi2D7DWvD
The National Gaming Expo was a disaster. The con floor was empty, maybe 10 vendors. The only panel that even happened was such a mess, Ned Luke took the MCs job cause he was doing such a bad job. They screwed over the celebs. And now they’re deleting their social media. @ngeshowpic.twitter.com/3KjP8tBzci
Accounts on social media lament the dismal number and assortment of vendors and booths, as well as a lack of security. One Reddit comment complained there were health insurance and T-Mobile vendors and barely any to do with gaming. "It was the equivalent of walking into a Best Buy searching for a game, seeing the shelves filled with broccoli, dish soap, and various car parts. Then somewhere in the back of the store there’s an open box VCR for $600," said another commenter.
Inexplicably, one attraction that was present at the expo was...a petting zoo, featuring a camel and a few other farm animals:
The National gaming expo has gotta be the worst convention ever produced all they got is a camel and no games pic.twitter.com/WhOExks6Ha
The convention didn't just look barren. Apparently, a lot of talent that was supposed to be there either didn't show up at all, or showed up late or sporadically in a way that made it challenging for fans to encounter the actors they wanted to see. Several attendees who claim they went to the show on Friday said that the Red Dead Redemption cast wasn't there at all, and were told there was some mistake made with their agency. Others did report that they got to meet the Red Dead Redemption crew later, but complained that paid photo opportunities with them and other talent were canceled due to the one photographer allegedly hired by the convention not showing up.
As a result, attendees have been making their feelings known to the National Gaming Expo organizers in whatever way they can. The convention's official Instagram page has been deleted and its Facebook event page has been locked, but the Facebook comments on the Florida State Fairgrounds' post for the event are filled with upset attendees. Many posters are issuing warnings about the event's organizer: CEO of NGE Event Production Michael Wittenberg.
Wittenberg, who formerly ran the National Vape Expo before it was shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, started the National Gaming Expo this year just months after returning from a year-and-a-half-long stint in a Dominican Republic prison. He was arrested there in 2023 for international narcotics trafficking during a networking event at a resort, after signing to accept a "700-pound pallet filled with promotional items, but Dominican officials sniffed out pills, gummies, and cartridges containing THC, the active ingredient in marijuana," according to CBS News. Wittenberg says the items in it were all federally legal in the United States. "Did I know for sure that stuff was in the pallet? No. But i thought it was a possibility. Was I stupid or ignorant? Yeah. I wasn't guilty. There is a difference," Wittenberg said at the time. "I've done major conventions with these products for 10 years in major convention centers across the country."
The warnings shared by convention-goers, however, are less about the THC and more about Wittenberg's history with conventions. According to commenters, Wittenberg has run threadbare, scammy events before, with some people even popping in to allege he's failed to pay workers in the past. While it's difficult to find a useful record online of his past events, these claims are somewhat supported by at least one review of the National Vape Expo still floating around the internet. "During the weekend I had to come up with ways of passing the time such as counting the number of steps between stands and taking regular coffee breaks," reads the review from a staff reporter at Vapouround from 2017. "Never in my life have I made a large flat white latte last so long. Normally I am an espresso kind of guy but the five seconds they take to drink would not just cut it when I am running down the clock at such a vaping non-event as this."
A handful of involved parties have already publicly commented on the situation at National Gaming Expo. In a statement to IGN, GTA 5's Michael De Santa actor Ned Luke said simply, "It was a scam, the guy who ran it was a con artist. He put the con in comic-con."
Venture Authentics, which had advertised "send-ins" at the expo (letting people send in collectibles to be autographed by talent) has apologized and said it will issue refunds to customers, due to "James Burnes, Michael Antonakos, Grant Kirkhope, and others" not attending. In a Facebook comment, the company clarified: "this one is not the guests fault, it’s 100% on the convention. I’d rather not elaborate publicly, but do not blame the guests. They seem to be just as shocked."
Roger Clark, the voice of Arthur Morgan, similarly acknowledged his absence:
It is with my deepest apologies that I say I wasn’t able to attend the last day of National Gaming Expo today as was announced. My absence was due to circumstances outside of my control. Crazy shit man. Sorry.
A number of individuals on social media who say they attended the convention are now trying to get refunds. Some are reporting success disputing the card charges for the tickets or getting refunds through Eventbrite, while others say they are unsure how to get a refund at all on photo opportunities that never happened.
IGN has reached out to Celebrity Talent Booking (which seems to have coordinated many of the actors), Michael Wittenberg, the National Gaming Expo, the Florida State Fairgrounds, Kenny James, Michael Antonakos, Grant Kirkhope, James Burnes, Take-Two and Rockstar (for good measure), and the agencies representing Roger Clark, Rob Wiethoff, and Samantha Kelly for comment.
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Adorama is clearing out its inventory of older MacBook Pro laptops and offering some huge discounts on brand new, fully warrantied units. Right now you can pick up a Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M3 Pro laptop for just $1,499 after $700 off in instant savings. This is an excellent deal on a powerful MacBook that can handle heavy duty workstation tasks and it's equipped with a healthy dose of memory and storage to power through all of your back to school needs.
MacBook Pro 14.2" M3 Pro (18GB/1TB) for $1499
This late-2023 MacBook Pro features a 14.2" Liquid Retina XDR display, Apple M3 Pro chip with 11-core CPU and 14-core GPU, 18GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. The Apple M3 is one generation behind the current M4 model, however the M3 Pro is technically a superior processor to the M4. The M4 has a slightly higher clock speed so it's faster in single-core performance, but the M3 Pro has considerably more CPU and GPU cores, so it is better at multi-tasking performance and in apps that can take advantage of multi-core processing. If you're a creative professional who intends to use this laptop as a primary work rig, then the Pro chip is definitely the way to go.
The MacBook Pro boasts a gorgeous Liquid Retina XDR display.
The 14" MacBook Pro model weighs in at 3.5 pounds and 0.6" thin, which makes it a great portable machine for everyday toting. It's very slightly heavier and thicker than the MacBook Air, but the extra space allows for more powerful components and more aggressive cooling. The MacBook Pro features a gorgeous Liquid Retina XDR display, which is a Mini-LED panel with a 3,024x1965 resolution, Pro Motion (120Hz refresh rate), PS3 Wide Color and True Tone, and up to 1,000nits of peak brightness. It's a big step up from the MacBook Air, which can't achieve the same brightness levels and lacks the Mini-LED panel and Pro Motion refresh rate.
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Blizzard's Story and Franchise Development team (SFD) has voted in favor of unionization with the Communications Workers of America, according to a press release shared today.
SFD consists of Blizzard workers producing in-house cinematics, animation, trailers, promotional videos, in-game cutscenes, and other narrative content across Blizzard franchises, in addition to archival workers and historians.
“After more than a decade working at Blizzard, I’ve seen all the highs and lows," said organizing committee member and principal editor Bucky Fisk. "For years, Blizzard has been a place where people could build their careers and stay for decades, but that stability’s been fading. With a union, we’re able to preserve what makes this place special, secure real transparency in how decisions are made, and make sure policies are applied fairly to everyone.”
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A great wireless gaming mouse allows you to enjoy an untethered experience from your gaming PC. Many of them also feature wired connections, so you can continue to game while the mouse is charging. Wireless mice, however, are far more versatile – gone are the days of wireless lag, so you can continue to experience reliable, accurate clicks and consistent tracking without the wires.
TL;DR – These Are the Best Wireless Gaming Mice
Like many of the best gaming accessories, investing in a wireless gaming mouse doesn’t have to be expensive. Of course, there are premium options out there with high polling rates, high DPIs, RGB lighting, programmable keys, and so on. But, there are also some seriously good contenders if you’re looking for a budget gaming mouse too.
The Razer Deathadder V4 Pro is basically the perfect wireless competitive mouse, with long battery life to boot. As I found in my review, it's a blazing-fast gaming juggernaut: Razer's new Gen-2 HyperSpeed Wireless tracks every nudge of your mouse exactly and immediately. It's designed with pro players in mind and you can bump the polling rate all the way up to 8K – although you probably won't notice a difference. For most players, 4K or even 2K is more than enough.
Its weighty hemispheric USB dongle is brilliant: While it does make this a less portable mouse, it has three indicator lights that show you information at a glance, such as your battery status, current polling rate, and connection status. You can customize them to show, for example, your chosen DPI if you prefer. It looks sleek on your desk, and the grippy underside means it won't move from wherever you set it down. Most importantly, it connects instantly whenever you turn the mouse on, and it never dropped connection in all my testing.
It's admittedly pricey at $169.99, but you're paying for the best.
2. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
Best Budget Wireless Gaming Mouse
You don’t need to spend a lot to get a quality wireless option. There are plenty of budget gaming mice that can keep up with the action, and the flashy SteelSeries Aerox 3 is our top pick. The triangular cutouts at the palm and the bright RGB may seem over the top, but in actual use, its effects are quite nice (which you can customize through SteelSeries’ software). And if you’re worried about damaging the internals, they’re guarded so it's not actually exposed. None of that would matter if the Aerox 3 wasn’t fit for gaming, and thankfully it’s one of my favorite wireless mice you can get on sale for around $50 to $60. That makes it a great value for an all-rounder.
In our Aerox 3 gaming mouse review, it earned a 9 for holding its own in competitive shooters with SteelSeries’ TrueMove Air optical sensor (topping out at 18,000 DPI) while not having to eat up too much battery – although battery life has evolved in brand new wireless mice, the Aerox 3 still isn’t a slouch and charges fast, if anything. It’s a bit tough to find a flashy, high-performance wireless mouse at this price range, making the Aerox 3 my current recommendation for a budget wireless mouse.
3. Logitech G903
Best Ambidextrous Wireless Gaming Mouse
The Logitech G903 is a killer mouse ready to make you the victor, and it continues to be great with each new version’s release. The ambidextrous design is great – more comfortable than most, with the ability to add or remove thumb buttons from either side. You can also choose between having a clicky or free-spinning scroll wheel by hitting the button behind it. The aggressive-looking design is more comfortable than it appears, and it’s pretty light for a wireless mouse. But, if you want a heavier mouse, you can snap in the included 10g weight.
The latest model of the Logitech G903 has made a few upgrades, including a better sensor and longer battery life. You now get a 25K HERO optical sensor with a 25,600 max DPI for wildly precise gameplay, if you want it. The rechargeable battery lasts an impressive 140 hours with the flashy RGB lights on and 180 hours when the lights are off. You also have the option to purchase the PowerPlay mouse pad, an expensive but brilliant accessory. It recharges the wireless mouse as it moves around or rests on the mouse pad. With it, you’ll never have to worry about plugging in your G903 again.
4. Logitech G502 X Lightspeed
Best Ergonomic Wireless Gaming Mouse
The Logitech G502 series is a beloved line of gaming mice, and the latest versions, the X Plus and the X Lightspeed, improve on their predecessors in basically every way. They look more refined and their curvy shape fits your hand no matter what grip you prefer.
This is a mouse built for comfort and utility. It has three programmable thumb buttons, two extra buttons next to the left click, and a scroll wheel that switches between free-spinning and incremental whenever you want. But, as I found in my upcoming review, it's also ideal for competitive gaming: Logitech's wireless tech and sensors have been fantastic for years, and give you low-latency clicks and accurate tracking. And on top of all that, you can pop the small USB dongle into a hatch in the base of the mouse, which makes it a surprisingly portable wireless mouse.
We recommend the Lightspeed over the X Plus because it's slightly cheaper, has a slightly better battery – an impressive 140 hours – and it's slightly lighter at 102g, dropping weight while still feeling solid in your hand. The X Plus has RGB, if that's important to you.
If you need an alternative, the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro that we reviewed is a brilliant wireless mouse that's just as comfortable, but it's edged out of this list by the cheaper Lightspeed.
5. Corsair Ironclaw RGB Wireless
Best Large Wireless Gaming Mouse
There are a lot of great mice out there, but if you have bigger hands, sometimes even the best mouse can start to feel a little cramped. When it comes to an enjoyable gaming session, especially a longer one, comfort is essential, and that applies to your mouse too. If you want a wireless mouse that's going to be a great fit for your bigger hands, the Corsair Ironclaw RGB Wireless is it. It has a large profile, letting you spread your fingers out a bit, and the thumb grip is nice and spacious. Its 130g of heft give it a substantial feel.
You won't miss out on the capable experience of other mice with the Ironclaw RGB Wireless. It has a highly accurate PixArt sensor and connects to your PC over Corsair's latency-free Slipstream wireless or over Bluetooth when you don't need maximum performance. You'll get 10 programmable buttons for tons of control at short notice in games. It features three RGB lighting zones if you want a bit of flair, though you can also opt for longer battery life by turning the lights off.
6. SteelSeries Prime Mini Edition
Best Small Wireless Gaming Mouse
Smaller gaming mice often mean a loss of features and sacrificing build quality, but that's not the case for the SteelSeries Prime Mini Edition. You’re getting a solidly built, lightweight mouse that glides with ease. And, if you’re worried about its “mini” size fitting your grip, you should be fine unless you’ve got extra-large hands. Once you’ve found a comfortable hold, you can get into your game’s action quickly, as it will easily connect to your computer via a USB receiver. There is also a wired version available for a lower cost.
Performance-wise, the SteelSeries Prime Mini Edition can stand up against the best of them. Its optical magnetic switches provide faster and more consistent clicks and should hold up better than their mechanical counterparts. Plus, with the TruMove Air sensor, you’ll have accurate movements, even if you lift the mouse up in the air during a heated moment in your game. And, the software it comes with allows you to make most of the setting customizations you could want. If you decide to go small, this is the mouse for you.
7. Logitech G Pro Wireless
Best Wireless Gaming Mouse for Esports
The Logitech G Pro is a great wireless mouse from Logitech designed for esports, or people who just want a mouse with great battery life and swappable side buttons. Like the G903 you add magnetic side buttons to whichever side you like.
It uses the company's newest sensor, the Hero 25K, so it's got plenty of range to fit anyone's needs, and you can also drop the USB transceiver into the bottom of the mouse too, so you won't lose it when you travel. The best part is it's also compatible with the company's wireless charging system, but it's an optional add-on.
8. Logitech G604 Lightspeed
Best Wireless MMO/MOBA Gaming Mouse
Whether you want all the buttons you could need readily available at your fingertips to conquer in MMOs and MOBAs or you just want one of the best gaming mice you can get your hands on, the Logitech G604 Lightspeed is well worth your time. It offers a dazzlingly long battery life even in its high-performance mode, but can last months at a time if you're using it in Bluetooth mode.
In addition to six thumb buttons that are super easy to use, the mouse has two extra buttons by the edge of the primary mouse button, as well as a clickable scroll wheel that can also click to either side. It may not have any fancy RGB lighting like many other mice on this list, but that brings the price so much lower. Better still, its price didn't prevent the G604 Lightspeed from getting the HERO sensor, which is a performance champ.
Wireless gaming mice vs. Wired gaming mice
Can’t decide between a wired and wireless gaming mouse? Below, we discuss their differences:
Lag and latency are major factors that make people stray from wireless options. Though wired mice aren’t always perfect, they often deliver a speedy, reliable connection without worry of signal interference. With that said, most modern wireless mice come with a 2.4GHz dongle or other technology, which helps greatly limit lag, latency, and signal interference. Most users won’t even notice a difference when comparing it to a wired mouse.
The cord is the most noticeable difference between the two mice types. With wired options, your movements will be slightly more limited, and there’s slight resistance and the potential for the cable to catch on equipment when anchored to your gaming PC. Wireless mice deliver much more freedom in your movements, as there’s no wire to drag you down. That does mean you need to worry about battery life, but with many options offering 70+ hours on a single charge and 100+ hours with AA or AAA batteries, it should not be an issue.
The biggest advantage wired mice have over their wireless counterparts is price. You’ll find wired options are cheaper than wireless even when offering almost all the same features because wireless technology is more expensive than a simple cable.
Wireless Gaming Mouse FAQ
What are the disadvantages of wireless mice?
Though the freedom of movement that a wireless mouse brings is great, there are a few disadvantages. The most obvious is the reliance on a battery. Whether it's rechargeable or runs on a AA or AAA battery, at some point, it will run out of juice. So, staying on top of charging or replacements ensures that doesn’t happen at the worst possible moment. Wireless connectivity also introduces latency and signal interference, especially when connected via Bluetooth. Luckily, the 2.4GHz dongle many gaming mice include is excellent at combating those issues but is still not as reliable as a wired connection. Finally, due to the extra technology baked into wireless mice, they’re pricier than their comparable wired counterparts.
Should you buy a PC controller instead?
It’s a matter of personal preference more than anything else as to whether you stick with the classic gaming keyboard and mouse setup or go for a PC controller.
A controller is perfect when you want to kick back, keeping things casual and comfortable while you game. Controllers are especially great when lounging on a couch and using the big screen of the best TVs for gaming as your display; all the inputs are directly in your hand, with analog sticks offering smoother control over movements.
With a keyboard and mouse pairing, you get an excess of inputs spread throughout the two peripherals. They’re often more precise and reliable, but are better for playing at a gaming desk. A lap desk can bring a keyboard and mouse to your living room, though most won’t find it as relaxing as the controller experience.
FromSoftware has just released Title Update 1.02.1 for Elden Ring: Nightreign and shared its full patch notes. So, let’s see what this new update brings to the table. Patch 1.02.1 comes with some balance tweaks. To be more precise, it increases the performance of the skill “Storm Ruler”. It reduces the time to charge the … Continue reading Elden Ring Nightreign Patch 1.02.1 Released – Full Patch Notes→
If your workstation or gaming desk requires more USB ports and AC outlets for charging, here's an inexpensive solution to your problem. Amazon is offering a Baseus 4-Port 6-Outlet Desktop Charging Station for just $29.99 after a 40% off instant discount. Even better, get a 3.3ft 100W PD USB Type-C cable for free simply by adding it to the same order and checking out (discount should be applied during checkout). This tabletop charger features both USB Type-A and Type-C ports as well as AC outlets for the ultimate versatility.
Baseus 4-Port 6-Outlet Desktop Charger for $29.99
Get a free 6ft 100W USB Type-C cable as well
The Baseus charging station is shaped like a cuboid with ports on all four sides. There are a total of ten ports: three USB Type-C ports, one USB Type-A ports, and six AC outlets. The USB ports combine for a total of 67W of total power output. A single USB Type-C port can also deliver this much output. That's enough output to fast charge the Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 (up to 20W), Steam Deck (39W), and Asus ROG Ally (65W). The Asus Rog Ally X and Legion Go support up to 100W, but it's better for the battery to charge at a reduced 65W rate. In fact, they ship with a 65W charger. The Baseus can also fast charge the Apple iPhone 16 (30W) and Samsung Galaxy S25 (up to 45W).
The six AC outlets are ideal for plugging in your printer, desk lamp, monitor, speakers, or anything else that uses a standard two or three prong plug. They're widely spaced apart and positioned on different sides so bulky power bricks won't block every outlet, and the charging station is rated for 1200J of surge protection.
Other practical features include GaN technology (smaller footprint and increased energy efficiency), included sticky adhesive pads so that it won't slide around on your desk, and multiple protection protocols.
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
GameSir has released the G7 Pro, a new wired and wireless pro-style controller for Xbox, PC, and Android that comes with battery-sipping, drift-resistant "Tunneling Magnetoresistance" (TMR) sticks and four customizable macro buttons – two on the back and two mini bumper buttons. The controller is available in two colors, a white and a black-and-red gradient, for $79.99 from Amazon, Best Buy, and GameSir’s website.
Before you rush out to grab a crispy new D7 Pro, some awkward caveats: It’s wired-only for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, wired or 2.4GHz-only for PC, and Bluetooth-only for Android. There’s a switch on the back for toggling between these modes, and it comes with a 3-meter USB-C cable for wired mode, a generous length. Also, its gyro control feature only works on PC games. The controller sports a 1,200mAh battery, rechargeable via USB-C or using an included charging cradle that uses the same design as the one that came with my 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth controller.
If you can get past the connectivity limitations, there are things to like about the G7 Pro. Its use of TMR sticks should mean more battery efficiency and better precision, and its hall effect triggers come with micro switch trigger stops, so you can tweak how far they travel before registering a button press. The circular D-pad uses mechanical micro switches and is swappable for a more traditional style four-way cross option that’s included in the package. Its three-piece magnetic faceplate is removable, so you can customize that, too, including by reusing the one-piece options from previous G7s. Or, heck, leave the faceplate off if you like the slick translucent plastic underneath.
At $79.99, the G7 Pro is pricier than GameSir’s G7 controller and its followups, which range from $44.99 to $49.99, but a lot of these features – like customizable trigger stops, TMR sticks, and mini bumper buttons – are new to the G7 Pro. It’s a shame about its lack of Xbox wireless support, though.
Wes is a freelance writer (Freelance Wes, they call him) who has covered technology, gaming, and entertainment steadily since 2020 at Gizmodo, Tom's Hardware, Hardcore Gamer, and most recently, The Verge. Inside of him there are two wolves: one that thinks it wouldn't be so bad to start collecting game consoles again, and the other who also thinks this, but more strongly.
Alienware's new for 2025 Aurora laptop replaces the m16 models from last year and comes in two models: the 16 and 16X. The 16X is the superior of the two and is on sale right now during the Dell Back to School Sale. You can pick up an Alienware 16X Aurora gaming laptop equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU and GeForce RTX 5070 mobile GPU for $1,599.99 after a $300 instant discount. This is the best price I've seen for an Aurora 16X RTX 5070 laptop by $200.
Alienware 16X Aurora RTX 5070 Gaming Laptop for $1,599.99
Gamers should go with the Alienware 16X Aurora model
The Alienware 16X Aurora is the model that serious gamers should consider over the 16 Aurora, especially right now when the Aurora 16 RTX 4070 laptop is more expensive. There's little argument here; just look at the list of upgrades below:
Better display (2560x1600 240Hz G-Sync vs 2560x1600 120Hz)
More powerful CPU (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX vs Intel Core 9 270H)
Higher RTX 5070 TGP rating and thus better performance (115W TGP vs 85W TGP)
More premium materials (metal alloy lid and chassis vs lid only)
RGB keyboard vs white-only backlighting
Thunderbolt 4.0 port
Compared to other Alienware laptops, the 16X Aurora is designed to look less like a gamer's laptop. It boasts a sleek, understated design with the absence of extraneous visual-only embellishments or unnecessary RGB lighting outside of the keyboard illumination. This is a solidly built machine with a metal (magnesium alloy) chassis and anodized aluminum lid and bottom shell. Under the hood, the 16X Aurora still packs a punch with powerful gaming components and a robust Cryo Chamber cooling system. It's much more affordably than an equivalent Alienware 16 Area-51 laptop, which costs $600 more. The Alienware 16X Aurora also weighs 1.6 pounds less and has a 30% thinner profile.
The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX is a top performing CPU
The Alienware 16X Aurora laptop is also equipped with a very powerful CPU as well. The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX boasts a max turbo frequency of 5.4GHz with a whopping 24 cores and 40MB total L2 cache. According to Passmark, this is the second most powerful Intel mobile CPU available right now and goes head to head with AMD's Ryzen 9 7945HX3D.
The GeForce RTX 5070 is 5%-10% better than the RTX 4070
The mobile RTX 5070 GPU performs about 5%-10% better than the RTX 4070 that it replaces. That's not a very big generational improvement, but the RTX 5070 also supports multi-frame generation, which means the margin will widen in games that support DLSS 4.0. If you want a significantly better performing Nvidia GPU, you'll have to pick up an RTX 5070 Ti or RTX 5080 laptop. Currently the Alienware 16X Aurora doesn't have an option to equip these GPUs, so you would have to pony up $900 more for the Area-51.
Check out more of the best Alienware deals
Check out our Best Alienware Deals article with all of Dell's currently ongoing deals on gaming laptops and desktop PCs. Not everyone is the DIY type. If you're in the market for a prebuilt gaming PC, Dell is one of the best brands we'd recommend. Alienware desktops and laptops feature solid build quality, top-of-the-line gaming performance, excellent cooling (further improved on the newer models), aggressive styling, and pricing that is very competitive with other pre-built options. Best of all, there are plenty of sales that happen throughout the year, so it's not difficult to grab one of these computers at considerably less than their retail price.
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
The Pixel 9a is currently at a new low price ahead of the imminent release of the Pixel 10, with many retailers chopping a full 20% off Google's most budget smartphone.
With the Pixel 10 set to be revealed at the Made by Google event on August 20, Google seems eager to get more Pixel 9a units sold by offering an enticing $100 discount. The device normally retails for $499, but you can currently pick it up for only $399 on the Google Store or from retailers like Amazon and Best Buy. This is the lowest price we've seen on this phone so far.
Google Pixel 9a Sale at Amazon
The Pixel 9a was first launched back in April of this year, with most folks appreciating its AI features, solid battery life, and surprisingly good cameras. However, many didn't find it to be as aesthetically successful as the flagship Pixel 9, and some weren't entirely convinced that it would have the longevity to make full use of Google's promised 7 years of software support.
At $399, the Pixel 9a is a much more attractive buy, especially since not everyone needs a high-end Android phone in their pocket. So, if you're looking to upgrade from an older phone but aren't the type to dish out $800 or more for one of Google's flagship devices like the upcoming Pixel 10, there's never been a better time to pick up a Pixel 9a. At the very least, it will do a great job of holding you over until the next iteration of the A-series, which is likely still a year or so away.
I’ve been going down a gaming handheld rabbit hole for the last few years, spurred on by the Steam Deck back in 2022. While these PC handhelds definitely existed before that – usually with laptop chips not really designed for this kind of device – they really didn’t capture my attention until this modern crop of streamlined versions. Even after reviewing basically every major handheld that’s launched in the last couple of years, I still find myself bundling up in blankets and playing games on the ROG Ally X or Legion Go S.
There is a downside to these machines. Because of the amount of cooling and power required to run a chip like the Z1 Extreme, most gaming handhelds are inherently bulkier than something like the Nintendo Switch 2. And while that might make the obvious answer “just play the Switch,” I’m just not going to do that. I mean, I already own hundreds of games on Steam, and Nintendo games have largely never appealed to me.
Because I spend so much time reading, writing, and talking about PC gaming handhelds, the algorithms have caught on to my little obsession. I started getting ads for the Mechanism Gaming Pillow – a silly little accessory that’ll hold your handheld up for extended gaming sessions. Then, of course, I reached out and got a sample just to see if it was a) real and b) actually as cozy as it looked. The answer to both was yes.
What Is the Gaming Pillow?
The Mechanism Gaming Pillow is more of a bean bag/monitor arm hybrid than what I would typically call a pillow, but the “pillow” portion is soft and holds its shape. More importantly, it’s flexible and will conform to basically anywhere you put it. That’s tucked into a plastic base, which is then latched down to keep it secure. The top of this plastic base has a nice, soft fake-leather fabric attached to it, so it doesn’t feel hard or uncomfortable – softness is the name of the game here.
A little plastic pillar rises from the base with a connector at the end of it, which doesn’t connect directly to anything but is compatible with Mechanism’s vast array of accessories. The company sells attachments for pretty much every handheld under the sun, which are essentially custom-molded braces that fit snugly on the device. The brace has a slot that you can lock into the stand to keep it secure. And the company even offers files that'll let you 3D print your own attachments.
It took me some trial and error to get it right though. Attaching the brace to the ROG Ally X in a way that it didn’t snap off when I put any pressure on it took a few tries. The brace has two little forks at the top that go into the edge of the vents on the top of the Ally, as well as a piece on the bottom that snaps into place across the bottom of the device. The only problem was that it’s an extremely tight fit, and you have to pretty firmly slide that bottom lock into place on the device.
Once that was done, I didn’t experience many issues with the actual mounting solution, but getting the device at an angle that was comfortable playing with was, well, another adventure. The stand has three points of articulation: one at the bottom, one at the top, and one little knob where the device is mounted. The last of those is easy enough to manipulate – you just adjust a small latch that screws onto it, and you can rotate your device in almost any direction. However, the other two control the tilt of the device and the height of the stand. Both of these require an Allen key to adjust.
That means trying to find the perfect angle and then locking it into place is something that you have to do a minor ritual to complete. However, it does make the stand feel extremely secure, which is probably what Mechanism was going for. I just tend to move around a lot when I’m relaxing, which is the only reason this is an issue.
But once I dialed in my perfect position for the ROG Ally X, I spent several hours over multiple days cuddling up to this silly gaming pillow playing Final Fantasy X. It made a device that’s best in short bursts into one of the most comfortable gaming experiences I’ve had in years. It was so comfy that it made grinding out Wakka’s Celestial Weapon into a pleasant and relaxing experience – if you know, you know.
Modularity Is Key for Gaming Accessories
Perhaps the most interesting thing about this Pillow is how flexible it is. Mechanism has dozens of different attachments for sale, which’ll mount anything from a Steam Deck to an iPad. It means that even if you swap to a different device, you don’t have to buy an all-new gaming pillow – though you’d have to fork over an extra $20 for a new grip.
But those grips are also compatible with Mechanism’s other mounts. I haven’t tested any of those, so I can’t speak to their quality, but the company seems to be building an entire ecosystem of different mounts for your hardware.
I do like the wide compatibility inherent to this kind of system. It reduces waste and stops you from having to waste money buying a different mount whenever you make an upgrade. However, it does kind of lock you into Mechanism’s products, and these grips don’t exactly play nice with third-party cases. I generally don’t put cases on anything – a mistake given how clumsy I am – but I know a lot of folks do, and incorporating this kind of system on top of a case might end up being more of a hassle than it’s worth.
OK, But Why Is This Actually Necessary?
Let’s talk about dimensions. You see, even the relatively small Steam Deck measures nearly a foot long and is 2 inches thick. That’s a lot of plastic to hold, and while its weight of 1.41 lbs doesn’t sound like a lot, it can definitely start to weigh you down over long gaming sessions. For comparison, the new Switch 2 – which is significantly larger than the original – weighs just 1.18 lbs with the Joy-Cons attached.
The Steam Deck is on the lighter side of all the PC handhelds out there. Some are much bulkier than the Steam Deck, like the Lenovo Legion Go at 1.88lbs with its controllers attached. And while I love the larger screen offered by that handheld, I’ve settled into the Ally X, which actually has a smaller footprint than the Steam Deck, but is a bit heavier at 1.48lbs. (I don’t know how Asus did it, but I frequently find that the Ally X lasts far longer than any other handheld, which makes it a mainstay in my little arsenal of gadgets.) But it does start to weigh me down after a little bit.
In the past I solved this by basically propping the Ally up against a pillow when I’m laying in bed playing games. This largely solves the issue, except for when I inevitably doze off and drop the handheld on the ground, or worse, on my forehead. The Mechanism Gaming Pillow largely solves that – even if it has a few issues.
At the end of the day, the Mechanism Gaming Pillow probably isn’t for everyone, especially if you don’t spend a lot of time playing your Steam Deck – or other handheld – at home. But, the combination of gaming handheld and gaming pillow is quickly becoming one of my favorite ways to play games. Now, I just need more companies to come out with their takes on this idea, because while it seemed silly at first, it’s probably one of my favorite Steam Deck accessories now.
Jackie Thomas is the Hardware and Buying Guides Editor at IGN and the PC components queen. You can follow her @Jackiecobra
Razer just recently released the newest version of its flagship gaming headset. The BlackShark V3 Pro is now available at Best Buy for $249.99 with free delivery. This headset is compatible with the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC and is available in black or white variants.
New Release: Razer BlackShark V3 Pro Now at Best Buy
You can choose either Razer HyperSpeed Gen-2 WiFi or Bluetooth 5.3... or both
As Razer's highest-end gaming headset, the BlackShark V3 Pro brings just about every feature to the table. For starters, the BlackShark Pro can wirelessly connect in two different ways. The faster method is its Razer HyperSpeed Gen-2 2.4GHz WiFi, which boasts ultra-low latencies as low as 10ms. The second method is Bluetooth 5.3. You can also pair and use both wireless connections simultaneously. There are two wired connections available as well, USB Type-C and 3.5mm audio, although only the USB Type-C port will charge up your battery while you play.
The V3 Pro has better 3D positional audio with new height channels
The BlackShark V3 Pro ups the ante with THX-certified 7.1.4ch surround sound thanks to two simulated height channels for better 3D positional audio. That means you'll be better able to differentiate footsteps and noises above and below you for greater immersion (and potentially a better advantage in competitive shooters like Battlefield 6). Razer offers game-specific EQ profiles, but you're also free to customize and save your own EQ profiles.
The new Gen 2 earcups offer passive noise isolation AND breathability
On the hardware front, Razer has updated the earcups with TriForce Bio-Cellulose Gen 2 50mm drivers that feature a new diaphragm design and increased magnet size, which in turn produces big sound (including a powerful low end) without distortion even at high volumes. The earcups are upholstered in dual-layered FlowKnit memory foam cushions. Razer claims this dual layer design offers the sound isolation qualities of leatherette, the plush comfort of memory foam, and the moisture-wicking breathable comfort of ventilated fabric. Other design perks include a steel reinforced headband and 15-degree swiveling earcups to conform to your ears for a tighter, sound isolating fit.
Hybrid active noise canceling is new to the V3 Pro
New to the BlackShark Pro series is hybrid active noise cancelation. Whereas the V2 Pro only offered passive noise isolation (which literally just means earcups that are designed to seal off your ear canal), the V3 Pro adds on active noise cancelation, which digitally filters out unwanted noise. I currently use a noise canceling gaming headset and it makes a huge difference, especially if your gaming PC is like mine and sounds like a wind turbine whenever a game is running. Active noise cancelation is especially effective at filtering out consistent, predictable noise sources like that. The detachable 12mm microphone also utilizes noise cancelation so that your teammates will hear your voice and nothing else.
You still get up to 70 hours of battery life on a single charge
The V3 Pro continues the Blackshark legacy of offering up to 70 hours of playtime from a single charge. And even if that's just not enough for your gaming ultra marathons, then the fast charge capability will get you 6 hours of playtime from just 15 minutes of charging over USB Type-C. Note that the 70 hour estimate is with 2.4GHz wireless connection and, presumably, with noise cancelation disabled.
The V3 Pro is priced favorably compared to the competition
At $250, the BlackShark V3 Pro isn't the cheapest headphone on the block, but it's actually quite reasonably priced when you look at other top-end gaming headsets on the market. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro, one of the few other gaming headsets with noise canceling, retails for $380, or $130 higher. The Logitech G Astro A50 X retails for $400, or $150 higher. If you're looking to pick up one of the best gaming headsets on the market and you're looking not to spend north of $300, you'd be hard pressed to find something better.
We reviewed the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro and loved it
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
Google is set to reveal new devices next week, with the Pixel 10 family of smartphones confirmed to be among them. Much like last year's Pixel 9, this new release of Google's popular Android phone looks like its going to be iterative rather than substantially different from what fans have come to expect. Still, users can expect some small but meaningful improvements that may make it worth the upgrade.
The Pixel 10 lineup will be shown off at the Made by Google event on August 20 alongside new versions of the Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds. Until then, here's what we know about the Pixel 10.
Pixel 10 Release Date
Google has confirmed the preorder date for Pixel 10 phones is August 20, 2025. The phones will be officially revealed at the Made by Google event that same day, where the company will share all of the details about the full family of devices and their upgrades over previous models. It's worth noting, though, that a report from Winfuture states that supply chain problems could delay the release of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold to October 9.
You can visit the Pixel 10's Google Store page now, which shows an image of the back of the standard Pixel 10 phone. There's also a button there to sign up for emails to receive an "exclusive offer" for new subscribers, offering a single-use discount for an eligible device from August 20 - September 4 when buying the phone via the Google Store.
Pixel 10 Models and Prices
The Pixel 10 will come in four models: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. This is pretty standard stuff in terms of historical Pixel releases, so it shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone already invested in the Google ecosystem.
For those who want the best of the best, the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL will sport better cameras with up to 8K video support and a whopping 16GB of RAM compared to the Pixel 10's 12GB. The Pro will maintain the 6.3" screen of the standard Pixel 10, while the XL is expected to be handful with its 6.8" screen.
Meanwhile, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will come out swinging with a 6.4" one-handed screen that can be opened into an 8" Super Actua Flex interior screen, which is considered the phone's main display. It also sports 16GB of RAM, which should help to make it a multi-tasking powerhouse.
Expected pricing
While Google won't reveal the official pricing for the Pixel 10 family until August 20, here's the expected pricing for each of these devices:
Pixel 10 - $799
Pixel 10 Pro - $999
Pixel 10 Pro XL - $1,199
Pixel 10 Pro Fold - $1,799
Of course, it's worth pointing out that these prices are for the base models of each device. If you need more storage than what comes standard, you'll be looking at increasingly higher prices.
Pixel 10 New Features
The Pixel 10 family isn't looking to diverge too dramatically from what's been working for it, but leaks have revealed a handful of notable upgrades.
Perhaps the most notable change is that the standard Pixel 10 appears set to receive a triple rear camera, which has historically been reserved for the Pro models. This telephoto 5x optical zoom lens joins the usual main and ultrawide lenses—but it comes at a cost.
It appears that the standard Pixel 10's main lens has been reduced from 50MP to 48MP, while the ultrawide sensor has been reduced from 48MP to 13MP. Google is allegedly using the same sensors for these two cameras as the Pixel 9A, so the hope is that improvements to the AI software will offset the downgrades.
Elsewhere, the Pixel 10 will also introduce Google's Tensor G5 processor, which should provide a reasonable improvement to processing power. So, it's a good thing that a larger battery is also expected for each version of Google's new lineup. The standard Pixel 10 should receive a 4,970 mAh battery, while the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL will score 4,870mAh and 5,200mAh batteries, respectively. In addition to 27W wired charging, leaks have indicated that the Pixel 10 is likely to support 25W Qi2 wireless charging.
Pixel 10 Colors
As for what colors will be available at launch, known tipster Evan Blass has shared renders of every Pixel 10 device's colors on Monday. These renders included the long-rumored Jade option that adds a nice, natural green to the mix. Additionally, back in July, Android Headlines claimed that the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will be ditching the black and white models and replacing them with Moonstone and Jade versions.
Here are all of the alleged colors for each device:
Pixel 10 - Obsidian, Indigo, Frost, Limoncello
Pixel 10 Pro - Obsidian, Porcelain, Moonstone
Pixel 10 Pro XL - Obsidian, Porcelain, Moonstone, Jade
Pixel 10 Pro Fold - Moonstone, Jade
It's worth noting that rumors have stated that the base Pixel 10 Pro is also expected to receive the Jade colorway, but the renders from Blass didn't include that combination. It seems we'll have to stand by for Google's confirmation on August 20.
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