Razer Blade 16 Review: Powerful Specs; First Alert Launches Google Home-Compatible Smoke Alarm
Key Takeaways
- Razer Blade 16 features AMD Strix CPU, Nvidia Blackwell 5000 GPU, and 240Hz OLED display.
- First Alert launched a Google Home-compatible smart smoke alarm for $129.99.
- Kidde launched a Ring-compatible smart smoke alarm starting at $54.97 at Home Depot.
- Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS ships May 25, starting at $549.99.
- Firefox and Chrome patched actively exploited security vulnerabilities that allowed code execution.
Gadget Mania
Razer Blade 16 review: RTX 5090, AI-centric, thinner design.
On March 28, 2025, reviews of the Razer Blade 16 highlighted its powerful components, including an AMD Strix Point CPU and Nvidia Blackwell 5000 series GPU, making it AI-centric. The laptop features a 16-inch, 2560 x 1600 OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate, six speakers, and a smart AMP, though the speakers lack volume. Battery life lasted 3 hours and 36 minutes in the PCMark 10 Modern Office test and 1 hour and 24 minutes in the gaming test.
First Alert launches Google Home-compatible smart smoke alarm.
Kidde launches Ring-compatible smart smoke alarm at CES.
On March 28, 2025, Kidde launched a smart smoke alarm compatible with Ring at CES. The Kidde Smart Smoke Alarm with Ring ($54.97) and the Kidde Smart Smoke and CO Alarm with Ring ($74.97) are hardwired alarms with battery backup, launching this April at The Home Depot and connecting exclusively to the Ring app via Wi-Fi.
CNET publishes guides: phones, TVs, routers, Switch 2, speakers.
Engadget recommends TP-Link, Netgear Wi-Fi extenders.
On 2025-03-28, Valentina Palladino, Deputy Editor at Engadget, published an article recommending Wi-Fi extenders. The TP-Link AX3000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Range Extender (RE705X) is considered the best overall, the TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi Extender (RE315) is the best budget option, and the Netgear Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range Extender (EAX80) is the best premium Wi-Fi extender.
Gaming Zone
Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS ships May 25.
Android Auto 14.1 to include parked-only games.
Cyber Watch
Firefox, Chrome patch actively exploited security vulnerabilities.
On 2025-03-28, Mozilla released updates for Firefox (versions 136.0.4, Firefox ESR 115.21.1, and Firefox ESR 128.8.1) to address a critical security vulnerability on Windows that allows malicious actors to escape the sandbox and execute harmful code. Google released a security update for Chrome on 2025-03-27 to patch a vulnerability in the Mojo component that was being actively exploited, allowing attackers to escape the sandbox and execute malicious code; Kaspersky discovered the attacks.
AI Breakthroughs
Apple considers integrating camera data into Siri's AI.
CoreWeave IPO opens at $39, below expectations.
Mobile World
Google introduces user choice billing in the UK.
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G launched with trade-in savings.
On 2025-03-28, Samsung launched the Galaxy A36 5G, offering up to $150 savings with a trade-in, bringing the price down to $249 from $399, and up to 60% off on Galaxy Fit3, Galaxy BudsFE, or Galaxy Watch FE. The Galaxy A36 5G features a 5,000mAh battery and supports 45W charging but lacks wireless charging.
Software Central
Microsoft tests Quick Machine Recovery for Windows 11.
Microsoft is testing Quick Machine Recovery, a feature designed to prevent widespread outages, rolling out in the latest Windows Insider Preview build (6120.3653) as reported on March 28, 2025. This feature allows IT professionals to remotely recover Windows 11 devices that won't boot, prompting devices to enter the Windows Recovery Environment and enabling network access for remote fixes via Windows Update; it's enabled by default for home users.
Microsoft launches public Windows roadmap.
Microsoft removes bypass script for Windows 11 setup.
Microsoft is removing the bypass script (bypassnro.cmd) from the Windows 11 Insider Preview build, which allowed users to skip the internet connection and Microsoft account requirement during initial setup, according to a report on March 28, 2025. Microsoft cites security and user experience as the reasons for this change.
YouTube tests turning off notifications for unwatched channels.
Deals & Savings
Amazon Spring Sale: Deals on Anker, Sonos, Beats, Sony, Bose.
On 2025-03-28, Engadget reported that the Amazon Spring Sale is ongoing, focusing on tech deals and running through March 31. Some deals include: Anker 321 MagGo Battery Pack for $20, Sonos Ray for $179, Beats Studio Pro for $180, Beats Fit Pro for $169, Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones for $318, Bose QuietComfort headphones for $249, and Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones for $349.