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Yamaha launches two new soundbars with Alexa built in “Hey Alexa, turn the volume up” When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. If you’re in the market for asoundbarto add some oomph to your TV’s audio output, Yamaha has two new models for your consideration: the YAS-109 and YAS-209. The headline feature is their integrated Alexa voice control, so you can use your voice to adjust the volume, find out what the weather’s going to do, and queue up some tunes if your television is switched off....

You can now get a Google Stadia controller on its own ready for launch day Handy for friends and family When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. Google Stadiais launching in November and if you want access from the very first day you need to pre-order a “Founder’s Edition” package fromGoogle. On top of that, the Google Store just added the option to buy a Stadia controller on its own....

You’ll soon be able to ride electric bikes and scooters throughout New York A ticket to ride When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. Good news for New Yorkers tired of trekking around on foot or relying on the subway: the state is about to legalizeelectric bikesandelectric scooters. The new bill, which is expected to pass on June 19, would recognize three classes electric bikes: pedal-assisted models with a top speed of 20mph, throttle-controlled bikes with a top speed of 20mph, and throttle-controlled bikes that max out at 25mph (though the latter will only be legalized in New York City, not the entire state)....

A new Nest Cam Outdoor filing spotted going through US regulators Another revision on the cards When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. Brace yourselves for a brand newNest Cam Outdoor: a filing for just such a device has turned up at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the US, suggesting a launch is on the way in the near future....

A refreshed Nvidia Shield TV looks like it could be on the way But it might be a minor upgrade When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. Update: A 3rd-genNvidiaShield TV seems more likely than ever, withrumors of a November launchto coincide with theGoogle Stadiacloud gaming platform.] TheNvidia Shield TVhas long been one of the best Android TV boxes on the market, and indeed one of the best set-top boxes full stop, but it’s fair to say that it’s due a refresh – and according to code spotted inGoogle’s developer tools, that refresh could be imminent....

TechRadar Verdict If you’re looking for a portable gaming laptop that doesn’t pull any punches, the Acer Predator Triton 500 can keep up with the best of them. There are a couple of design flaws that hold it back from the upper end of the pantheon of gaming laptops, but it’s still worth your cash. Extremely powerful Solid RGB Beautiful display Surprisingly long battery life Kind of expensive Flimsy lid...

Why you can trust TechRadarWe spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you’re buying the best.Find out more about how we test. Here’s how the Acer Predator Triton 500 fared inour suite of benchmark tests:3DMark Sky Diver:31,654; Fire Strike: 13,119; Time Spy: 6,047Geekbench 4:5,113 (single-core); 19,876 (multi-core)Cinebench CPU:1,078 points; Graphics: 98 fpsPCMark 8 Home:3,850PCMark 8 Battery Life:3 hours and 33 minutesBattery Life (TechRadar movie test):5 hours and 35 minutesTotal War: Warhammer II(1080p, Ultra): 51 fps; (1080p, Low): 132 fpsShadow of the Tomb Raider(1080p, Ultra): 65 fps; (1080p, Low): 100 fps...