Gaming
Acer unveils its refreshed Predator Helios, Triton, & Nitro gaming laptops
More powerful hardware in, still the same form factor with some additional tweaking
Acer did not want to be left behind when it came to their gaming laptops. As such, at the Next At Acer livestream event, they did exactly that: reveal more gaming technologies for everyone. For now, let’s focus on their improved gaming laptops — with the improvement mostly coming from the hardware.
Hardware-enhanced yet still bulky: the Predator Helios
First up is the Acer Predator Helios 700, known for its iconic sliding HyperDrift keyboard and bulky frame. The bulk is a result of a ton of hardware and its cooling jammed into the machine.
This time around, however, the Predator Helios 700 will come with the latest Intel Core H-series processors and up to an NVIDIA RTX 2080 SUPER GPU inside. Compared to the previous generation, this device now boasts more gaming power fit for the competitive gamer.
Apart from these, the Predator Helios 700 maintains its 17.3-inch, 144Hz display with NVIDIA G-Sync support. It also comes with 64GB of DDR4 RAM, but is now using a much faster frequency at 2933 Hz, keeping applications running fast and smooth.
One of the bigger changes done is the addition of Acer’s new thermal solution called Predator PowerGem. This nifty new set of cooling hardware allows for greater efficiency when heat is released.
Next on this list is the Acer Predator Helios 300, which was one of their more affordably-priced gaming laptops.
This time, the Helios 300 also comes with the latest Intel Core H-series processors, but only up to an NVIDIA RTX 2070 Max-Q unlike the Helios 700. Also, the Helios 300 comes with a 240Hz refresh rate display and only 32GB of DDR4 RAM.
Gaming-on-the-go, with content creation too: the Predator Triton and Nitro 7
Much like its family members in the Predator laptop series, the Acer Predator Triton 300 also gets the improved hardware.
It will also come with the latest Intel Core H-series processors, up to an NVIDIA RTX 2070 Max-Q GPU, and a 15.6-inch FHD, 240Hz refresh rate display. The display goes up to 300 nits in brightness and supports a 100% sRGB color gamut, making this a great content-creating machine.
Acer also gave some improvements to its Acer Nitro 7, designed for the on-the-go gamer. The customary latest generation Intel H-series processors are there, along with an NVIDIA RTX 2060 inside. Apart from these, they’ve also managed to cram in up to three M.2 SSD slots for more storage and faster load times. Of course, it’s not complete without the 15.6-inch FHD display with a 144Hz refresh rate, and 32GB of DDR4 RAM.
All of these laptops will be available starting Q3 2020, leading into October 2020. Initial pricing for these machines are as follows:
- Acer Predator Helios 700 – US$ 2,399.99
- Acer Predator Helios 300 – US$ 1,199.99
- Acer Predator Triton 300 – US$ 1,299.99
- Acer Nitro 7 – US$ 999.99
Gaming
Grand Theft Auto VI delayed to November 2026
Back in September, Hollow Knight: Silksong finally launched, ending an almost seven-year wait. Now, the next holy grail of gaming that’s set to launch is Grand Theft Auto VI. However, the wait is now a tiny bit longer. Rockstar Games has delayed the launch of its upcoming game to November 2026.
It’s been over 12 years since the launch of Grand Theft Auto V. In that time, the title has gone through three generations of the Xbox and the PlayStation. It even has an enhanced edition already. That said, the highly anticipated sixth outing is a long time coming.
In the tail end of 2023, Rockstar Games released the first trailer for the anticipated sequel, teasing a launch in 2025. Further reports pinpointed a fall 2025 window. Since then, the studio delayed the game to May 2026 for extra polishing.
Today, Rockstar Games has announced another delay. This time, Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026. The studio is once again citing the need to polish the final product a bit more.
Hi everyone,
Grand Theft Auto VI will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and… pic.twitter.com/yLX9KIiDzX
— Rockstar Games (@RockstarGames) November 6, 2025
Besides the game itself, there is a lot riding on its launch. For one, other game developers are notorious for patterning their games’ release windows away from Grand Theft Auto VI (or other major games). They naturally don’t want their games to be the one known for being overshadowed by Rockstar’s surefire hit.
Secondly, publishers are patiently waiting for how much the game will go for. There’s speculation that the title might push the boundaries of videogame pricing. If the game is a hit while going for 90 to 100 bucks, then other publishers might follow suit.
Gaming
The Nintendo Switch is nearing the end of its lifecycle
Nintendo will focus more on the Switch 2 going forward.
It’s the beginning of the end for the Nintendo Switch. After almost nine years of the original console, Nintendo is just about ready to move on to the next generation.
According to a recent earnings report, Nintendo has announced that the company will start focusing on the Switch 2. “Going forward, we will shift our primary development focus to Nintendo Switch 2 and expand our business around this new platform,” the report said.
Since it was launched earlier this year, the Switch 2 exceeded the company’s expectations. The new console has already surpassed 10 million units sold worldwide, making it Nintendo’s fastest-selling console so far. In fact, the company is already worried about shortages in some parts of the world.
As pointed out by the report, 84 percent of current Switch 2 users transitioned from the original console generation. Owners of the first console are transitioning at a uniform rate.
Currently, there is no explicit plan to fully move away from the first generation yet. The issued statement, however, heralds the end. This will likely start off on a subtler note: fewer games coming out and fewer consoles available in the market.
So, there is no pressing need to switch over to the newer console immediately. However, this should be a warning for users that the end is nearing.
For what it’s worth, the Switch 2 offers backwards compatibility. If you have a shapely catalog of games from the first generation, you can still use them on the newer one. Also, there is a growing number of exclusive games that make use of the more powerful hardware, so it’s a worthy upgrade.
SEE ALSO: Assassin’s Creed Shadows is coming to the Switch 2
Gaming
Razer, JOOLA partner for limited-edition pickleball paddle
1st-ever crossover between gaming, pickleball
Razer has ventured into the world of pickleball, partnering with JOOLA for a limited-edition JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm paddle.
The paddle will officially be available on December 9. It is co-branded with Razer’s triple-headed snake trademark, as well as signature green accents.
The paddle already made its competitive debut at the 2025 Pickleball World Championships in Dallas. There, it was wielded by Ben Johns, who is widely regarded as the world’s top pickleball pro.
He also happens to spend his free time gaming, making the partnership very apt for him on a personal scale.
This groundbreaking crossover bridges the energy of esports with the fast-growing sport of pickleball. It unites two elite forces in competitive performance: JOOLA for pickleball pros and Razer for the gaming community.
And as part of the launch celebration, fans will have the chance to win a paddle signed by both JOOLA CEO Richard Lee and Razer CEO Min-Liang Tan.
The raffle will be done through a social media giveaway hosted by both JOOLA and Razer.
Game on with the JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm
The JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm is crafted for high-stakes rallies and fast-paced exchanges. Its raw carbon surface enhances spin control and dwell time. This allows players to shape their shots with precision and finesse.
A balanced swing weight also supports quick transitions and reactive play, making it ideal for competitive athletes.
Bringing smart tech to the court, each paddle is also embedded with an NFC chip that connects to the JOOLA Infinity App, unlocking exclusive content, pro tips, and extended warranty.
Only a total of 1,337 units of the limited-edition paddle will be made. The number 1,337 is a nod to gaming culture, where “1337” or “LEET” means short for elite and is used to signify top-tier skill and mastery.
The pickleball paddle will retail officially for US$ 299.95 and will be available exclusively via JOOLA.com.
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