Handhelds and Laptops
Lenovo’s Legion Go Gen 2 grabbed attention with a larger OLED display, higher refresh rate, bigger battery, and Hall-effect sticks. Laptop refreshes and colorful finishes signaled a year of iterative gains rather than radical form-factor leaps.

Tablets and Smart Home
Android slates added brighter panels and longer support windows. Across smart-home gear, brands leaned into easier setup and cloud-optional modes—an answer to privacy-conscious buyers and travel users who need offline reliability.

The Broader Signal
This year’s IFA felt practical: fewer wild prototypes, more shipping-soon devices with clear price points. For creators and gamers, USB4 bandwidth, faster NVMe options, and better thermals matter as much as flashy designs.

What Buyers Should Note
If you skipped a refresh last cycle, 2025’s upgrades—displays, battery life, input feel—justify a look. Expect brisk holiday promos, but check firmware roadmaps and warranty support before jumping in