Just in time for the World Cup, Lenovo has quietly made the FIFA World Cup 26™ Edition of the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 available for sale on their US website. But based on the retail unboxing videos I’ve reviewed and a rather confusing product page on Lenovo's own website, it isn't entirely … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Legion Tab Gen 3 FIFA World Cup 2026 Edition is now available, but it’s a tough sell
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Lenovo’s powerful 8.8-inch Legion Tab Gen 5 Android gaming tablet is now $150 off
The compact Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 has officially received its first major discount. Launched recently in the US with a steep $849.99 MSRP, the 8.8-inch Android gaming powerhouse is currently available directly from Lenovo's website for 17% off, bringing the price down to $699.99. While the … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s powerful 8.8-inch Legion Tab Gen 5 Android gaming tablet is now $150 off
Lenovo’s powerful 8.8″ Legion Tab Gen 5 gaming tablet is officially available, but it comes at a premium
Following right on the heels of the teaser landing page we covered recently, Lenovo’s latest Android gaming tablet is officially here. The new Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is now available for purchase in the US, but getting your hands on one will require a pretty significant investment. You can grab the … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s powerful 8.8″ Legion Tab Gen 5 gaming tablet is officially available, but it comes at a premium
Lenovo executive teases a larger version of the Legion Tab Gen 5
We've spent some time recently talking about the upcoming Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5. The compact, 8.8-inch Android gaming tablet was officially unveiled at MWC last month and brings a massive 9,000 mAh battery alongside the new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. But that highly anticipated $849 tablet … [Read more...] about Lenovo executive teases a larger version of the Legion Tab Gen 5
The Stadia Controller Bluetooth conversion deadline is here for real this time around
As we approach the third anniversary of Stadia’s shutdown, the final "active" remnant of Google’s cloud gaming experiment is about to go dark. For years, the official Stadia Controller Bluetooth conversion tool has lived on borrowed time, receiving multiple last-minute extensions from Google. … [Read more...] about The Stadia Controller Bluetooth conversion deadline is here for real this time around
GameChat on the go: Pixel phones now work as webcams for Switch 2
One of the coolest features of the new Switch 2 is GameChat. It allows you to join group video calls where everyone shares their game screen and camera feed, letting you see your friends' reactions in real-time while you play Mario Kart or Smash Bros. There is just one problem: the Switch 2 … [Read more...] about GameChat on the go: Pixel phones now work as webcams for Switch 2
Google and NVIDIA launch ‘GeForce NOW Fast Pass’ exclusively for Chromebooks
We talk a lot about how cloud gaming has fundamentally changed the value proposition of Chromebooks. You no longer need a $2,000 rig to play AAA titles; you just need a solid internet connection. Now, Google is sweetening the deal even more by partnering with NVIDIA to launch a brand new, exclusive … [Read more...] about Google and NVIDIA launch ‘GeForce NOW Fast Pass’ exclusively for Chromebooks
Cloud gaming levels up as GeForce NOW begins RTX 5080-class streaming next week
This week's GeForce NOW Thursday showed up today packed with big news. While we have a great list of new games arriving this week and throughout the month, that's completely overshadowed by the main event: NVIDIA has just announced that it is beginning the roll-out of its NVIDIA Blackwell RTX … [Read more...] about Cloud gaming levels up as GeForce NOW begins RTX 5080-class streaming next week
‘Squid Game: Unleashed’ is coming to Chromebooks, and that’s pretty cool
We're always on the lookout for signs that gaming on Chromebooks is being taken more seriously, and today we have a fantastic one. It's not just another Android game that will run on ChromeOS; it's a popular, exclusive title from Netflix that is being specifically optimized for large screens, … [Read more...] about ‘Squid Game: Unleashed’ is coming to Chromebooks, and that’s pretty cool
GeForce NOW is offering 40% off Performance memberships this summer
Get ready to "Sale Into Summer," as NVIDIA is turning up the heat with a fantastic new deal for GeForce NOW and a fresh batch of 11 games hitting the cloud streaming service this week. If you've been waiting for the right moment to try out premium cloud gaming or extend your existing subscription, … [Read more...] about GeForce NOW is offering 40% off Performance memberships this summer
Roblox gets a 2X speed boost on Chromebooks and some exclusive swag
Roblox has solidified its position as a go-to platform for immersive gaming and creation on Chromebooks. The platform's developers are consistently working to enhance the user experience on ChromeOS, and their latest efforts are quite impressive. In a collaborative effort, Roblox and the ChromeOS … [Read more...] about Roblox gets a 2X speed boost on Chromebooks and some exclusive swag
The impressive Lenovo Legion Tab 3 is legitimately back in stock and I want one
Back at CES 2025, a small-ish tablet from Lenovo really seemed to capture the imagination of a wide audience that is clearly still interested in an easy-to-hold yet still-powerful tablets. The initial announcement of the Legion Tab 3 was met with tons of excitement, and shortly after it made a … [Read more...] about The impressive Lenovo Legion Tab 3 is legitimately back in stock and I want one
