Apple duo, sennheiser HDB 630, Lenovo Legion Go 2 and more

Techtober may be over, but our review team is busy with these new device pulls. In the past two weeks, we’ve tested two new Apple products, a powerful gaming console, some impressive headphones and some smart meta glasses – and that’s just the beginning. Read on for everything you can’t miss, including our best picks for 2025.

Apple MacCook Pro M5 (14-INCH)

When it comes to the M5-Powered MacBook Pro, the question isn’t whether it’s a capable machine or not. The real issue is whether to buy it now or wait for more muscle from the upcoming M5 Pro Chips and M5 Max. “If you absolutely need a Worthetherse Macoot Pro today, you’ll have to settle for the M4 Pro and M4 max (which are still faster than the base m5 chip) “But for most seniors, the M5 MacBook Pro offers a balance of power and portability.”

Sennheiser HDB 630

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SenNheiser moves closer to open performance in a set of wireless headphones with the HDB 630, but they look more mid-range than high-end.

Delightful

• Outstanding sound quality
• A high-end dongle is included
• Audio without USB-C
• Very long battery life

For example

• -Very expensive
• Basic design with lots of plastic
• Optimum audio performance requires additional steps

$500 at Sennheiser

SenNheiser uses a USB-C DOMPLE to bridge the gap between ease of use and audiophile quality of the HDB 630. The problem is that it doesn’t look as good as a set of high-end headphones and the $500 asking price. “As good as the HDB 630 is, I also appreciate that these aren’t the best headphones for everyone,” “If you want the best sound quality that wireless headphones can offer – and you’re ready for a few extra steps – the HDB 630 is a worthy investment.”

Lenovo Legion Go 2

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While not too expensive starting at $1,100, the Lenovo Legion Go 2 is like an SUV for gaming handhelds due to its combination of solid performance and unparalleled adaptability.

Delightful

• Good performance
• Large 8.8-inch display
• Fixed controls and built-in touchpad
• It comes with a case

For example

• It’s expensive, especially the more expensive Z2 model
• Great and many
• Finecky Fingerprint

$1,100 is a good buy

Sometimes it is better to have a state player instead of a professional. According to Selior Reviews reporter Sam Rutherford, that’s exactly what you get with Lenovo’s Legion Go 2. You get great performance from a device with a large inch display, but the handset is expensive and bulky. “As an SUV that might be on the road once or twice a year, you might not use the full 2 ​​Go power all the time, but if you do it all, you’ll see all of that use on the show,” he said. “While the Rogue Xbox Ally X is a better value, I appreciate Lenovo’s poor handling of how it handles a variety of combat situations.”

Apple IPAD Pro M5 (13-INCH)

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The iPad Pro remains perhaps Apple’s most impressive piece of hardware, and it’s more powerful and capable than ever. Too bad it’s too expensive.

Delightful

• The M5 chip is a significant upgrade for some GPU-powered tasks
• Probably the best screen I’ve ever seen
• Very small and light
• The first iPad with fast charging
• iPados 26 is a huge improvement

For example

• It is expensive to prevent
• Accessories like the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro make it more expensive

$1,249 at Amazon

The M5 iPad Pro is amazing, but it’s also totally expensive. While the new chip offers subtle improvements, the screen is excellent and fast charging has finally hit the iPad, this model also requires you to spend more on hardware. “Unless you are going to use it as your main computer – all day, every day – and you know exactly what benefits you will get from a traditional IPADOP, you will save a lot of money, he wrote.

Oakley Meta Vanguard

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Wraparound Frames aren’t for everyone, but the new look enables some unique capabilities that will appeal to casual athletes.

Delightful

• Better battery life, speakers and durability than other meta glasses
• The redesigned camera makes photos and videos more usable
• The action button means you can do more than just “hey meta”

For example

• Hyperlapse clips are kind of jittery
• Please, third-party app integration, please

$499 at meta

The Meta’s Sportiier colker that communicates with Oakley is here, packed with features that will convince you to replace your cam cam with a smart camera. “If you are a dedicated cyclist, runner, walker or [insert outdoor activity of your choice]There’s a lot to like, “says Rouder’s will karissa Bell.” The camera makes a lot of sense for Action Cam-like pop footage, and the better video quality means you’re more likely to get the shot you actually want. “

Some recent updates

In other reviews, the Deputy Buying Advice Editor Valentina Palladino put the slightly updated powerbeats in their slots and the senior reporter Igor Bonifacic continued with the playing scarf. Igor also spent some time with the Galaxy S25 FE and I tested the echo studio completely renewed echoon completely mature. Senior writer Sam Chapman compiled a list of the best VPNs and published an in-depth review of private internet access.

Engadget’s Best 2025

In case you missed it, we announced everything we could in 2025 earlier this week. We have created our curtains based only on the highest schools of reviews in various categories, so there is a wide range of devices that make the cut. Our editors also explain why each was the best in its category, so this is a great opportunity to catch up on this year’s crop of gadgets and services.