If you’ve ever wanted an 8K TV, now is the time. At the very top of our list of the best 8K TVs sits the Samsung QN900D 8K QLED. It’s an expensive TV, but right now we’re seeing both its 75-inch and 85-inch variations have a huge sale. The 75-inch version is $1,700 off, bringing it to $4,298 from $5,998, and the 85-inch version is $2,200 off, bringing it from $7,498 to $5,298. Unfortunately, the stock is actually dwindling quite quickly, and I’m seeing fewer TVs available now compared to when I first found the deal last night. As I write there are only 7 of the 75-inch and 13 of the 85-inch TVs remaining on sale. So, if you want this TV, you should legitimately hurry up and get it now — this 8K TV deal probably won’t last the weekend.
The TV is considered great for more than just its outstanding 8K upscaling (it’s still hard to find natively 8K content these days) but also for its full range of features. Gaming on a Samsung QN900D is a fantastic experience due to quality ports, letting you game with a 4K resolution at 240Hz. Sports fans will love the TV’s AI processor that recognizes balls and clarifies them for a clear view of where they’re at — this isn’t just motion rate, it’s actual AI enhancement. When our editorial team published their QN900D initial impressions, they were “mighty impressed” by the upscaling. This TV makes low-resolution and low-bit-rate streaming look legitimately good.
This QLED TV deal is very hot at the moment and the TVs are selling out quickly. The $5,998 75-inch version is $1,100 off, bringing it down to $4,298, while the $7,498 version is $2,200 off, bringing it down to $5,298. Altogether there are only 20 TVs left between these two. Though I’m now seeing that there are “more on the way” for the 75-inch version of the TV (and not the 85-inch version) there is no indication of how many or when they will arrive. The best way to lock this deal in is to get it now.
Sony has undoubtedly made the best headphones of the year with their new WH-1000XM6. But those things are expensive and you probably want to keep them in a safe place at home. If you like the Sony fit and want to take a pair of serviceable headphones from the brand with you wherever you go, you really can’t beat a price of just $38. Right now, with this deal, you can get a pair Sony WH-CH520 for that price — $22 off of their usual $60. Tap the button below to see the budget headphones you should pick up today, or keep reading to get our take.
If you already use more premium Sony headphones, you’ll actually not be in for much of a shock when it comes to a lot of the features the Sony WH-CH520 are offering. They have a 50 hour battery life, a 1.5 hours in 3 minutes quick-charge feature, USB-C charging, multipoint connection, and EQ customization through Sony’s Headphones Connect app. And, like a lot of Sony headphones these days, you can track them with Google’s Find My Device if you pair them up properly. If you take frequent calls, these headphones even have hands-free calling. The only notable feature that Sony headphones are known for that aren’t present in the WH-CH520 is ANC, but that’s to be expected at headphones of this price level — the 1More SonoFlow, which typically retail between $75 and $80, are your best bet if you absolutely must have ANC. All in all, these are very feature rich headphones for the price, and with their soft earcups you’ll likely be happy wearing them for hours on end. Again, the WH-CH520 are perfect for taking along with you to coffee shops where you wouldn’t dare leave your WH-1000XM6 or WH-1000XM5 unattended.
At just $38, the Sony WH-CH520 have the most attractive price of any ongoing headphone deals of the moment. Its a discount of $22 off of the typical $60 price. Just tap the button below to get your order in while the deal lasts. Alternatively, check out more Sony deals for their other higher-end products.
Whether you’re wanting to start studying a language, determine if now is the right time to start that business, or just want to finish the chapter in whatever book your eReader is holding, silence is power. ANC, or Active Noise Cancelation, can help you get it. Even without music pumping into your ears the headphones pick up the surrounding sounds in your area and feed you the opposite waves, canceling out the noise.
But the best noise-canceling headphones are typically quite expensive, with premium pairs easily costing $250 or more. If you need some bonus focus but don’t have that kind of money lying around for headphones, you’ll need to browse through budget headphones instead. Unfortunately, the Venn diagram that cross budget and quality ANC is incredibly narrow, leaving you few choices. One of choices, and our favorite among budget picks, is even more of a clear pick today — it’s on sale. Tap the button below to see the 1More SonoFlow at a price of just $60, which is $15 down from their usual $75, or keep reading to see why we think they’re the budget ANC headphones for you.
Our 1More SonoFlow review covers a lot of great aspects of the headphones — their excellent sound quality, extreme comfort, 50-70 hour battery life, and great app control among them — but, let’s face it, if you’re still reading you’re mostly interested in their ANC capability. Our review says that they do an exceptional job at blocking out the everyday noise (and, importantly, voices) you’ll hear around the house. The low-frequency flups, bumps, bops, and taps that are the staples of flow-breaking, progress defeating noises are filtered out effectively. In other words, if you’re in a typical environment and you have typical noise sensitivity, you’re going to like the 1More SonoFlow.
We’re extremely happy seeing the 1More SonoFlow go from the usual $75 price to just $60, a savings of $15 off of already incredibly affordable headphones with great ability. Tap the button below to find your pair now or keep looking at more headphone deals to find more offers.
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 kicks off June 14 in North America, as the best club sides from domestic soccer leagues around the world take to the field in a tournament which will crown the best club in the world.
This isn’t to be confused with the very similarly named FIFA World Cup – which is also being hosted by the US in 2026 along with Canada and Mexico – where the top nations from around the world (think the USMNT, Brazil, England etc) compete to be the best country in the world.
Major international soccer tournaments not only deliver compelling sporting action, but also tend to be the proving ground for new technology to improve the game and enhance the viewing experience.
From new camera angles and viewing experiences, to improved refereeing systems, the Club World Cup 2025 arrives with a bumper crop of net-busting tech.
What is the Club World Cup and why is it changing?
The Club World Cup 2025 will see 32 of the best domestic soccer teams from around the world descend on the US to battle it out and decide who is worthy of the title ‘world champions’.
There’s a major change for the 2025 tournament, as FIFA has significantly increased the number of clubs competing, from just seven in previous tournaments, to a whopping 32 teams this year.
That means even more of the world’s best players will be plying their trade at the tournament, giving soccer fans the ultimate viewing experience with 63 games in total.
For FIFA, that’s an attractive, and more specifically lucrative, situation with increased opportunities for revenue generation from the tournament.
It also appeases clubs who have complained in the past about not being invited to the tournament, plus for the US specifically it’ll act as a perfect trial event ahead of jointly hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2026.
Another change for the Club World Cup is its frequency, as starting from 2025 it will now be a quadrennial (every four years) event, rather than an annual occurrence.
The tournament’s first game, between Al Ahly and Inter Miami, kicks off on June 14, with the Club World Cup final scheduled for July 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
In total, 12 stadiums (including six NFL venues) will host matches across 11 cities;
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta)*
Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte)*
TQL Stadium (Cincinnati)
Rose Bowl Stadium (Los Angeles)
Hard Rock Stadium (Miami)*
GEODIS Park (Nashville)
Camping World Stadium (Orlando)
Inter&Co Stadium (Orlando)
Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia)*
Lumen Field (Seattle)*
Audi Field (Washington, D.C.)
MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford)*
*NFL stadium, where advanced technology will allow referee camera footage to be broadcast live.
Which Teams Are In The Expanded Format?
North and Central America will be represented by five teams at the 2025 Club World Cup, with three MLS sides (Inter Miami, Los Angeles FC, Seattle Sounders) appearing at the competition.
Europe is the most represented continent at the Club World Cup 2025, with 12 qualifying teams heading out to the US, including Manchester City and Chelsea from the English Premier League, along with Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
Some high-profile clubs with recent silverware wins have missed out though, including Liverpool and Barcelona.
South America has six clubs representing, while both Asia and Africa are sending four clubs to the tournament. Finally, Oceania has a single club heading to the Club World Cup – rounding off the 32.
Confederation
Number of Teams
Qualified Teams
Qualification Route
CONCACAF (North & Central America)
5
Inter Miami* Los Angeles FC Monterrey Pachuca Seattle Sounders
3x Champions Cup winners 1x play-off match winner (2025) *1x additional host nation club
UEFA (Europe)
12
Atletico Madrid Bayern Munich Benfica Borussia Dortmund Chelsea Inter Milan Juventus Manchester City Paris Saint-Germain Porto Real Madrid Red Ball Salzburg
3x Champions League winners (past three seasons) 9x Champions League best performing clubs (past three seasons)
CONMEBOL (South America)
6
Boca Juniors Botafogo Flamengo Fluminense Palmeiras River Plate
4x Copa Libertadores winners 2x best-ranked eligible clubs (past four seasons)
CAF (Africa)
4
Al Ahly Esperance de Tunis Mamelodi Sundowns Wydad
2x Champions League winners 2x best-ranked eligible clubs (past four seasons)
AFC (Asia)
4
Al Ain Al Hilal Ulsan HD Urawa Red Diamonds
3x Champions League Elite winners 1x best-ranked eligible club (past four seasons)
OFC (Oceania)
1
Auckland City
1x Champions League best-ranked eligible club (past four years)
What new technology will we see in the new Club World Cup?
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While the Club World Cup will mean even more games for players who have already completed a long season, there will be a number of new technologies introduced that could change the way the game is enjoyed for years to come.
1. Referee Body Cams
Arguably the biggest change is the addition of referee body cams. While this is a trial, and FIFA has stressed it as such, the idea is to offer ‘new experiences’ for TV viewers, allowing them to see the play from ‘a very unique perspective’, said Pierlugia Collina, chairman of the FIFA referees committee.
The footage is transmitted by a secure, private 5G connection to the production team, who will then be able to use these angles in replays and other coverage.
Referee body camera in action. We can expect to see more of this at @FIFACWC ⚽️
NFL stadiums will be able to show certain elements of the game, such as the coin toss at the start, thanks to the upgraded communication technology already contained within.
Not all footage will be eligible for broadcast, sadly. Anything ‘controversial’, such as red card or penalty decisions, will not be shown = hopefully this will be allowed in the future if the technology proves to be a success.
‘Ref cams’ have been trialled for the last year in various matches around the world, including the English Premier League and Germany’s Bundesliga, but this will be the first time the footage will be broadcasted to the fans.
2. Live Video Assistant Referee (VAR) Video Feeds and clearer communication
One of the key frustrations for fans since the introduction of VAR in the early 2020s has been the vague nature of what’s happening when watching in the stadium.
While those at home are usually informed by the commentators of the reason for the stoppage to check for a possible infringement, those watching live are usually left in the dark.
The Club World Cup will see footage from the referee’s VAR monitor streamed to the large screens in stadiums, allowing fans to see what’s being judged (in a similar fashion to the experience on TV). Once the decision has been made, the referee will then be able to broadcast their decision over the sound system, to ensure everyone knows the reason for the stoppage.
3.AI Offside Detection
One of the more exciting changes (depending on your perspective over whether technology belongs in soccer…) is the increased use of AI to help improve the accuracy of offside decisions.
Multiple cameras will be used from all angles, as well as sensors contained within the ball, allowing AI to quickly and more accurately spot where offside infringements are committed.
There will also be an audio signal, according to The Athletic, that will alert the assistant referee that they can raise their flag to signal a potential offside, meaning play will be stopped more quickly.
This is only a semi-automated system, as the VAR will still have the ability to review controversial decisions. However, as this is one of the more binary situations in soccer as to whether someone is offside or not, the addition of the advanced tech could help the game’s flow immensely.
Coming in under the heading of ‘why aren’t they doing this already?’, each team’s coaching staff will be given a tablet to give information to the match officials over which substitutions they intend to make.
This will mean the end of using (wasteful) paper to signal the decisions, and will help maintain the records of which players are entering and leaving the pitch.
New ‘eight second rule’ for goalkeepers
While this one isn’t to do with technology, it does involve counting… which is kind of tech-focused, right?
Previously, there’s been a little-enforced rule that goalkeepers must release the ball from their hands within six seconds, or an indirect free kick would be awarded.
To combat the lack of instances of this being penalised, FIFA is trialling a new system at the Club World Cup: goalkeepers will be allowed eight seconds to hold the ball, but the referee will be counting down on their fingers.
There will be a warning at five seconds, and if the ‘keeper doesn’t let it go on time, then a corner will be awarded.
This should, like the improved offside technology, should allow the game to flow a little faster and reduce the amount of time the ball’s out of play.
How can I watch the Club World Cup?
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FIFA has signed a $1bn deal with broadcast DAZN to show all matches free-to-air for the 2025 iteration of the re-imagined tournament.
The first match kicks off at 7PM PT / 10PM ET on Saturday 14 June, where Al-Ahly take on Inter Miami (or to give the club its full name, ‘Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami’.
If you want to watch the games, you can download the DAZN app for most smart TVs, including Hisense, LG and Samsung, on Amazon Fire Stick or Roku or on your smartphone.
From there, you’ll just need to signup for the DAZN service for free, and you’ll be able to use those login details (either through an email address, or using Single Sign on with Google, Facebook or Apple) on your different devices.
That means there’s no reason to not watch the coverage of all 63 games as this new tournament kicks off. Will it become a fixture in the soccer calendar, or will it be just another set of games being added to the groaning amount of cups for teams to win?
One of the best things about wearing noise-canceling headphones is the great deal of comfort they bring when in loud, chaotic environments. However, they need to really fit around your head to get that seal, which can lead to some comfort issues. If you’re the type that wants to float away into your music or studies, then the Sonos Ace are your absolute best bet, and they are the headphones we consider to be the overall best noise-canceling headphones for comfort. Unfortunately, they’re usually $449, the same price as the brand new Sony WH-1000XM6. Now, however, in a deal you can find at any major retailer, they’re discounted by $120, making them just $329. Tap the appropriate button below to make your purchase or keep reading to see just how comfortable the Sonos Ace are, and learn about the special link they have with the best soundbar Sonos makes.
Looking through our guide to the best headphones with noise-canceling you might expect the Sonos Ace to be the lightest of them all, considering they’re considered the most comfortable. At 11 ounces, however, they are not even close to the 8.8 ounces that multiple noise-cancellers are down to. It all comes down to excellent padding and what our Sonos Ace review will remind you is a delicate balance between clamping force and pressure. Your ears will stay cool, not stuffy, while wearing these headphones, too.
And while our review says that the area where the Sonos Ace “truly shine” is comfort and simplicity, it’s also worth pointing out their one true special feature. (That they have a good transparency mode, tactile controls, and a 30 hour battery life shouldn’t surprise you at this price.) They have a TV Audio Swap feature with select Sonos soundbars, such as the Sonos Arc or Sonos Arc Ultra. This feature takes the full-on Dolby Atmos surround sound and spatial audio of your soundbar and ports it to your headset — perfect for when you notice the spouse or little one nodding off on the couch.
We’re not sure how long the Sonos Ace are going to be $120 off, making them $329 instead of $449, but we’re happy to see the deal while it lasts. This is a deal that just about every retailer is taking advantage of, so you should be able to take your pick based on your memberships, gift cards, or other reasons — just tap the appropriate button below to shop. If the deal is off, or the Sonos Ace aren’t to your liking, check out these other fresh headphone deals for more great offers.
Not every Father’s Day gift has to be something new, big, and exciting. If your dad’s idea of the best TV ever is the one he already has, but you all know it could use a boost, then you should take a look at this great offer on the latest version of the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K. Usually $50, you can save 40% and get one for just $30 at this time (that’s a savings of $20). As of June 12, Amazon says the TV upgrade will arrive two days before Father’s Day if you use the fastest shipping (available free with your Amazon Prime free trial). That means I could order it as late as July 14 and get the device on Father’s Day. Your particular situation could vary, so tap the button below and check out the info for yourself. Otherwise, keep reading to see all the details and figure out if the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is a good gift for Dad (or yourself).
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is described by Amazon as their best streaming stick for cinematic 4K streaming. If your TV doesn’t have a good streaming system, this can elevate it to the next level. Now, you’ll need a 4K TV — this stick won’t upgrade your screen to 4K, after all — but the rest can come from the stick (and, if sound is your game, a good soundbar). If your router is Wi-Fi 6 capable, you’ll be able to stream in super fast, high quality, with a smooth look. In fact, if you have Xbox Game Pass, you’ll even be able to play Xbox games via the cloud without an additional console or CDs. Use AI-empowered Alexa searches to find programming you like, and stream it with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos support.
To upgrade you dad’s TV in time for Father’s Day, go ahead and tap the button below. There you’ll find the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K at just $30, a savings of $20 off of the regular $50 price. Alternatively, go ahead and check out these TV deals to upgrade your dad’s whole rig.
It’s undeniably the season for outdoor Bluetooth speakers. Unfortunately, they can get quite expensive, with the Beats Pill (our top pick) at $150 and the premium JBL Xtreme 4 all the way up at $380. However, a good alternative is to get an Ultimate Ears Miniroll speaker. It’s normally priced around $80, but right now you can get one for just $59, saving you $21. If you order it soon enough, you’ll even be able to get it ahead of Father’s Day, making it great as either a gift or a way to elevate your sound for the event. Tap the button below to see it or keep reading for our take.
Why you should buy the Ultimate Ears Miniroll speaker
One of the great things about recent reviews is that you don’t have to filter them through the context of time. Our Ultimate Ears Miniroll speaker review was released just days ago. If you are considering picking up this deal, you can just read it directly for the absolute best look at the speaker, then come back and get this deal. The only thing the review won’t prepare you for is that this deal is only on the black version of the speaker and not the playful blue edition that Simon is using.
If you’re not up for reading the review in totality, that’s fine too. The Ultimate Ears Miniroll speaker is, despite its soft an unimposing appearance, a tough speaker that you can throw in your bag and go. It won’t take damage from a dip in the pool (but it will sink, so keep it on the shallow end!) and has great sound for the size. If you want more sound, you can chain up multiple Minirolls together to sync up your music — which makes this an excellent gift to buy for a father/child duo in your life, or as a treat for you and a gift for dad.
Pick up an Ultimate Ears Miniroll for just $59 while this deal lasts. That’s $21 off of the usual $80 and a great deal for a product that’s so new. If it doesn’t pick up your interests, there are always other speaker deals to check out.
On today’s episode of You Asked: What’s the best TV for your shiny new Switch 2 and how does the screen compare to the OLED model we loved? We break down the top TV picks, answer your biggest Switch 2 questions, and share early hands-on impressions from launch week.
Best TV for the Switch 2?
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Jose asks: What’s gonna be the TV to couple with the Switch 2? Samsung S90D?
Jose, thanks for answering part of the question for me. Yes, the Samsung S90D is a great option. Its QD-OLED panel—offered at 55, 65, and 77 inches—combined with all the bright color combinations we get from the likes of Switch games will make for a beautiful gaming experience.
But there are some important things to note about the Switch 2. If you’re in the market for a new TV to pair with your shiny new toy, it’s easy to get gassed up and potentially overspend.
While the Switch 2 does support 4K gaming and some games will support faster refresh rates, it’s not going to need the same hardware that’s necessary to get the best out of a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X.
4K, 60 frames per second gaming from the Switch 2 should only need HDMI 2.0 to support it. So no stressing if your TV lacks the HDMI 2.1 ports found on the top-tier models. And the higher refresh rates that the Switch 2 hits with some games will only be available at lower resolutions—again, supported by HDMI 2.0.
Long story short: if you’ve seen us preview, review, or debate a TV on this channel, since we primarily cover the top models, it’s going to be great with the Switch 2.
But given how full of rich, crazy colors video games can be, yeah, a QD-OLED TV would be my top pick. Doesn’t even need to be a top model. The S90D you mentioned is great and on a good sale right now. The 2025 S85F from Samsung comes with a QD-OLED panel at 55 and 65 inches as well, though it’s not as bright as Samsung’s OLED models higher up the line.
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If it’s not QD-OLED and you want to save a little from the top-tier TVs, LG’s C-series models are great gaming TVs that deliver when it comes to punchy colors and brightness that’s improved each year.
And for those of us that don’t need—or have the budget for—OLED, TCL and Hisense have a number of great Mini LED options that come in right around and often under $1,000. We reviewed the TCL QM6K and were pretty blown away by what it offered for the money. Each year they’re getting better and better in terms of brightness, if that’s what you want out of your gaming TV.
More answers to your Switch 2 questions with Giovanni
We got our Switch test unit on Wednesday morning. We’re still testing it and we plan to do a full review, but we don’t want to rush it. There’s a lot to dig into with this console, so I decided to do this video to get some pressing questions out of the way and give you our initial impressions.
Before we got the console last week, we did a full-day preview event where we got hands-on with it. We went through the system settings, did game chat—all of that. So I’ve tested a significant amount of it so far, which puts me in a good position to answer some of the questions you’ve sent in.
Corey asks: Is the mouse functionality of the Joy-Con usable, or is it more of a gimmick without a keyboard?
That is a fantastic question. I want to start with that because it’s kind of the most surprising thing about the console. When they announced the mouse function, I genuinely—I’ll be honest—thought it seemed like one of those old Nintendo gimmicks that wouldn’t go very far. I think we’re all used to that by now, right?
3D on the 3DS was supposed to be huge. Motion controls, the Wii U gamepad—Nintendo developed a couple of games for it, but no other third party bites and that’s kind of it. I figured that would be the case here too. Mouse controls in a game like Dragon Drive, and then they fade away.
But I’ve spent a significant amount of time with the mouse controls, and I’ll be honest—they are way better than you’re probably expecting. What makes them great?
First, they’re pinpoint accurate. You’ll be blown away when you move the little foot slide on the bottom of your Joy-Con. It moves like an actual mouse. It even works on your pants—I demoed it on my jeans and it slid smoothly.
Second, they’re multifunctional. You can use them to control the home screen and menus just like a computer mouse—and it works incredibly well. And it’s easy to forget: you can use two at once. That opens up new kinds of experiences that aren’t even possible on PC.
In Bravely Default Remaster, there’s a rhythm mini-game where you control a line with both Joy-Cons. In Dragon Drive, you can control two wheels on a wheelchair and use the gyroscope to shoot a basket—all in one smooth motion. That’s a uniquely Nintendo thing.
So, is it usable without a keyboard? Yes, because the experiences are built around the two-Joy-Con setup. You won’t need a keyboard. Not every game will be compatible—especially ones originally designed for mouse and keyboard—but many are already being mapped for controller use.
I even played Civilization 7 with the Joy-Cons and it worked really well. You just move the mouse and click—no keyboard necessary. So no, not just a gimmick. It’s genuinely useful and could shape future Switch experiences.
What might be a gimmick is the two-mouse setup. I don’t expect a ton of games like Dragon Drive, but I do see potential for shooters, strategy games, and other creative uses. It’s cool tech—and it works.
@rmo9808 asks: Will games get a performance boost? Aside from the ones explicitly stated. Perhaps not a bump 1080p 60 fps but a 10 fps bump here and there
Great question. The answer is yes, but it’s on a case-by-case basis.
Nintendo’s Bill Tritton confirmed in April that games will get natural boosts from the new hardware. Expect faster loading times, maybe slightly better resolution and smoother frame rates. But how much improvement you’ll see depends entirely on the developer.
If a game has a dedicated Switch 2 version—like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet—you’ll see big upgrades. We previewed that and it looks significantly better: denser environments, smoother performance, and sharper visuals. If you didn’t like the art style, that won’t change—but the technical side is much improved.
Other games will likely see small boosts, but don’t expect miracles unless they’re optimized specifically for Switch 2.
How does the Switch 2 screen stack up against the beloved OLED version?
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Corey and @FairyKid64 both asked a question I’ve been hearing a lot since April: how does the new screen compare to the Switch OLED display?
It’s a great question—because when they first announced this thing, I thought, Man, I love my Switch OLED. I love my Steam Deck OLED too.
That OLED screen really ruined the original Switch for me. Once you see those vibrant colors, the original display looks washed out and dull. I’m happy to report that while the Switch 2 doesn’t use OLED, its screen is still very good. It’s way better than the original Switch.
Why? The tech has evolved significantly since 2017. LCD tech today is miles ahead of what it was when the first Switch launched. This new display is much more capable. For starters, it supports VRR and has a 120Hz refresh rate—something the Switch OLED can’t even come close to.
In my testing so far, I’ve seen vibrant colors and strong contrast—things that the original Switch sorely lacked. Next to the OLED, that old screen has this sort of white film you can’t unsee. That’s not the case here. The difference isn’t as drastic, but it’s a meaningful upgrade.
I’ll need more time with side-by-side comparisons and different games, but my early impressions are positive. I think you’ll be happy with it.
What about USB-C and third-party accessories?
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Kenneth Chung asks: Comparing Switch 2 to the original; with the additional USB slot what third party accessories could we confidently use?
Great question. There’s still a lot of testing to do, but here’s what we know.
Nintendo has confirmed that certain accessories will work—like the GameCube adapter made for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. You should be able to plug it in and go, no issues. But beyond that, things get more complicated.
The USB port on the Switch 2 does support non-Nintendo devices, including webcams. If you go into the settings, you’ll find an option to test connected cameras. So yes, you can plug in a USB camera, run a test, and confirm it works.
That said, compatibility will vary wildly depending on the brand and type of device. Not every webcam is guaranteed to work. Nintendo hasn’t confirmed much, and I certainly don’t own every webcam to test. But I expect most will work fine.
I also plan to test XR glasses—specifically Lenovo’s Legion glasses—as a potential second screen. These already work with phones and Steam Decks, so there’s no reason they shouldn’t work here. But again, we need to test more.
We’ve started some initial testing, but there’s a lot more to do before the full review. So far, things are looking promising.
Battery life at full performance?
We’ve also been getting questions about battery life—especially when playing at 1080p and 120fps. That’s something I can’t answer definitively yet. First, I need a game that can even run at those specs, and we’re not seeing many at launch.
Nintendo’s estimates suggest battery life could drop to 2 to 2.5 hours when pushing the system hard, especially if you’ve got game chat running with multiple players. That seems realistic. Once we’ve done more testing, I’ll be able to say for sure.
What accessories are worth buying on day one?
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Jake asks: Recommendations for screen protectors and other accessories?
Great question—and yes, there are already tons of options, both first- and third-party.
Let’s start with the official Nintendo Pro Controller. I’ve used it, and I think it’s fantastic. If you want a more traditional gamepad, it’s the best option out there right now. The added back buttons and built-in audio jack are nice bonuses.
For screen protectors, Nintendo is offering a carrying case bundle that includes one. That’s probably your best bang for your buck if you’re looking to grab a few essentials all at once.
Now, one third-party product I can already recommend is the dbrand Kill Switch—their first official case for the Switch 2. If you know dbrand’s Steam Deck case, you’ll recognize the quality.
Apple’s kicking off WWDC 2025 with its keynote presentation at its annual World Wide Developer’s conference.
The WWDC keynote is set to be a bumper affair, with a raft of updates expected across the firm’s software platforms and rumors suggesting Apple is lining up a naming overhaul which could mean we see the arrival of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, macOS 26, tvOS 26 and more.
We’re keeping you up to date with all the latest the Cupertino, California-based company has to say with our WWDC 2025 live blog, so keep it here for all the updates and expert analysis from our team.
How long will the Apple WWDC 2025 keynote last?
Great question. You’ll want to make sure you’ve found somewhere comfy to sit, as we’re looking at between 1 hour 45 minutes and 2 hours if previous WWDC keynotes are anything to go buy.
Previous WWDC keynote lengths
WWDC 2024: 1 hour 44 minutes
WWDC 2023: 2 hours 6 minutes
WWDC 2022: 1 hour 49 minutes
WWDC 2021: 1 hour 47 minutes
WWDC 2020: 1 hour 49 minutes
How can I watch the Apple WWDC 2025 keynote?
We’ve embedded the livestream video at the top of this article so you can watch along with us.
WWDC 2025 kicks off later today, with Apple execs due to take to the stage for the keynote presentation of its annual World Wide Developer’s conference at 10am PDT / 1pm EDT.
The WWDC keynote is set to be a bumper affair, with a raft of updates expected across the firm’s software platforms and rumors suggesting Apple is lining up a naming overhaul which could mean we see the arrival of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, macOS 26, tvOS 26 and more.
We’ll be keeping you up to date with all the latest the Cupertino, California-based company has to say with our WWDC 2025 live blog, including all the build-up to today’s keynote and any last-minute rumors and leaks.
How long will the Apple WWDC 2025 keynote last?
Great question. You’ll want to make sure you’ve found somewhere comfy to sit, as we’re looking at more than an hour and half if previous WWDC keynotes are anything to go buy.
We’re likely in for an event which is going to last between 1 hour 45 minutes and 2 hours.
Previous WWDC keynote lengths
WWDC 2024: 1 hour 44 minutes
WWDC 2023: 2 hours 6 minutes
WWDC 2022: 1 hour 49 minutes
WWDC 2021: 1 hour 47 minutes
WWDC 2020: 1 hour 49 minutes
How can I watch the Apple WWDC 2025 keynote?
We’ve embedded the livestream video at the top of this article so you can watch along with us from 10am PDT / 1pm EDT today.
