Gaming

Lenovo Legion 7i Hands-On: Power with reservations

The company’s flagship has its upside, for now

Published

August 19, 2020

Gab Orlina

What’s it like to receive a big crate one day, while working from home? I opened it with the expectation that it’s something big, powerful, and expensive. Otherwise, it wouldn’t have been sent to me via crate, right?

Lo and behold, Lenovo sent me one of their new flagship gaming devices. This time around, they’ve decided to go for a simpler way of naming things. Meet the Lenovo Legion 7i in all its fame and glory, which was announced back in April.

What exactly does this entire package bring to the table? Well, here are some initial thoughts I have on the Lenovo Legion 7i.

A pretty straightforward unboxing

For what it’s worth, unboxing the Legion 7i was as straightforward as it could ever be. The big Legion box came with two other boxes inside it: one for the laptop itself, the other for the 230W charging brick. One thing that immediately jumps ahead here is that, well it doesn’t come with any other peripherals.

If there was anything I could give Lenovo props on, it’s the black cloth-like sleeve that covered the device. I get it, it’s not that much since you’re more interested in getting the laptop out of the box. But, I acknowledge that some consideration was given even to that level.

Out of the box, it’s a pretty well-designed device

I felt that the Lenovo Legion 7i was built quite nicely. It’s not a device that just screams in its size or color choice, but it adds some subtlety to it. The near-Space Gray aluminum chassis just looks sexy to me, along with the metallic Legion logo on the lid. Although, these are fingerprint magnets so you should definitely wash your hands first.

L to R: HDMI, USB-A, RJ45 LAN, USB-A, charging port, Kensington lock

I applaud Lenovo Legion for actually putting the more important I/O ports at the back. I didn’t mind that it added just a few more inches to the overall length of the device. Honestly, placing the charging, USB-A, and HDMI ports at the back lessens any obstruction while playing. This also comes with two USB-C ports, with only one of them having Thunderbolt 3 support.

A 720p webcam with its own physical privacy shutter

Upon opening the lid, it’s what I expect out of most Legion laptops: full-size RGB-backlit keyboard, FHD display with the webcam placed above. At least they incorporated the physical webcam shutter, so no need for those sticky notes. Although, there was a portion of the keyboard, near the power button that felt loose or hollow.

Initial performance run seems promising

The unit that was sent to me actually comes with the 10th-generation Intel Core i7-10750H processor. It also came with an NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super Max-Q, a 240Hz FHD display, and 16GB of DDR4 RAM. It’s not the most powerful configuration out there, but I felt that it could still get the job done.

And so far, it actually has lived up to expectations. Most work applications run smoothly with the hardware this device is rocking. Gaming on it also feels like a breeze, as even more modern AAA titles look fantastic. I mean, it hasn’t won me a full game of Fall Guys yet but we’re getting there.

A 240Hz FHD display fit for both streaming content and gaming

Although, I will need to look into several more things before anything else. The thermal situation is one of them, but so far it hasn’t reached boiling hot levels. Of course, there’s the laptop’s battery life but I’m already experiencing a fast-draining battery.

Pricing and availability

So far, the Lenovo Legion 7i works like the true flagship that it is. It’s all compressed in one simple package, but with incredibly beefy hardware. Also, its build quality is honestly one of the more well-thought off ones I’ve seen in a while. Let’s just see if it fully stacks up to the competition. Keep in mind that this is priced at PhP 134,995, and will come with the Legion Recon backpack.

If you want to be the first to get this device, Lenovo Legion is opening pre-orders from August 19-23, 2020. As a bonus, all pre-orders of the Legion 7i will come with a set of peripherals worth PhP 12,980. Those who wish to pre-order the device may do so in the following participating stores:

Legion SM North EDSA
Legion SM City Cebu
Complink SM Mall of Asia
PC Corner Gilmore
PC Express SM Megamall
Thinking Tools SM Davao

Events

Capcom to hold Resident Evil Requiem launch event in Jakarta

Cosplays, demos, meet-and-greet, prizes, more

Published

February 21, 2026

GadgetMatch

Capcom will hold a special two-day Resident Evil Requiem launch event in Jakarta, Indonesia next week.

Throughout the event, there will be a booth open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM from February 28 to March 1 at the Mini Atrium (LG) of Gandaria City Mall.

Visitors will have multiple ways to experience the world of survival horror through the latest title. There will be cosplays, demos, lots of exciting prizes, and more themed activities inspired by the iconic video game franchise.

Of course, there will be a playable demo of the game at dedicated kiosks so mallgoers can experience the survival horror up close. Those who complete a session will also receive a sticker set.

On the other hand, the booth will also have a themed fun shooting range inspired by the Resident Evil Requiem universe. Here, visitors will take down zombies to win exclusive prizes, including:

Umbrella Corporation Enamel Pin
Raccoon City Welcome Sign Acrylic Keychain
Resident Evil Requiem Edition Lanyard

Moreover, there will be a recreated corner of Raccoon City which is perfect for taking photos and videos.

Sharing it on social media with the hashtag #RE9LaunchJakarta2026 and taging @capcomsg will also entitle fans to a sticker set.

For those who want to take home more memorabilia, the event will likewise feature these merchandise:

Resident Evil Requiem Physical Standard Edition (PS5)
Resident Evil Requiem Standard Edition with Steelbook Code in Box (PC)
30th Anniversary Tote Bag
30th Anniversary Character Acrylic Stand Collection
30th Anniversary Character Metallic Bookmark
RER Sticker Pack

Stage highlights

The programs on both days will be hosted by Aldo from The Lazy Monday and Yudha (a.k.a. RESILOREID).

Fans who are unable to attend in person can still catch part of the Saturday stage segment via Capcom Asia’s and The Lazy Monday’s official YouTube channels.

Other highlights include a Live Quiz and Cosplay Walk on both days. Specifically, Larissa Rochefort will grace March 1’s festivities with a meet-and-greet session.

Resident Evil Requiem is launching on February 27 on modern consoles and PC.

Gaming

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are coming to the Switch

Both games will be available starting February 27.

Published

February 20, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Millennials, prepare to have your nostalgia get hit right in the feels. Nintendo has officially announced that Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are coming to the Switch.

This year, the Pokémon franchise is celebrating its 30^th anniversary. Naturally, with Pokémon Day coming up, it’s only right to celebrate the event with something huge. Finally, two of the most prolific titles in the series are coming to a modern console.

Originally released in 2004, Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen were remakes of the original Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue. At the time, the two titles reimagined the older games for the Game Boy Advance. Additionally, they introduced new post-game content set in the Sevii Islands, where Ho-Oh, Lugia, and Deoxys reside in the Kanto region.

Based on the short teaser trailer, the upcoming Switch versions will feature all of both games’ content. It will likely be remastered for the Switch’s larger screen.

To showcase more of the Switch version, Nintendo is hosting a Pokémon Presents on February 27. The brand has not mentioned anything about a potential physical version yet. However, they do promise that both games will be available on the Nintendo eShop as soon as next week’s Pokémon Presents concludes. Each game will cost US$ 19.99.

Gaming

LG unveils UltraGear evo, redefines 5K gaming with AI Upscaling

Next-gen gaming displays

Published

February 18, 2026

GadgetMatch

LG Electronics has introduced the UltraGear evo, a new premium gaming monitor brand. It was first debuted at CES 2026.

The UltraGear evo line includes 5K-and-above resolution gaming displays in OLED, MiniLED, and ultra-wide formats. They are designed to deliver high definition, speed, and immersive gameplay.

To make things work, LG developed the world’s first 5K AI Upscaling technology. This on-device AI solution enhances content in real time without requiring GPU upgrades.

The three primary offerings are the 39GX950B, 27GM950B, and 52G930B. Here’s a quick breakdown for each:

39GX950B

39-inch 5K2K OLED gaming monitor
AI Scene Optimization
AI Sound
Dual Mode
Allows users to switch between high-res 165Hz and ultra-fast 330Hz

27GM950B

World’s first 5K New MiniLED gaming monitor
Significantly reduces blooming using 2,304 local dimming zones
Zero Optical Distance technology
Supports 5K AI Upscaling, Dual Mode up to 330Hz

52G930B

Massive 52-inch display
240Hz refresh rate
Panoramic 12:9 viewing experience
1000R curvature

LG positions the new UltraGear evo lineup as a major leap forward in gaming displays. They eliminate trade-offs between brightness, contrast, speed, and screen size.

The lineup will again be showcased at CES 2026, including a “Dream Setup” installation and racing simulation using the 39-inch model.

An additional UltraGear GX7 (27GX790B) will be launched globally. It is a 27-inch QHD Tandem OLED gaming monitor with 540Hz refresh rate and Dual Mode support.