IFA, short for Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin, meaning “International Radio Exhibition Berlin” because it started in 1924 when radios were the hottest things in tech, doesn’t see as many major gadget announcements as CES. Still, it’s Europe’s largest tech show to close out summer, and this year the show doubled down on the stuff its Messe Berlin convention halls are typically known for: smart home gear and robots. That’s not to say there weren’t the usual new laptops, speakers, and wacky concepts—there were!
We’re still stomping through Berlin to bring you the best tech we can find from IFA 2025. For now, here’s our Best of IFA 2025 Awards for every gadget that the Gizmodo squad found innovative, well-designed, or just plain fun.
Best Gaming Handheld
Lenovo Legion Go 2 The Legion Go 2 will cost you an arm and a leg, and then Lenovo will still demand more than $1,050 for its revised handheld PC. And still, the device is enticing thanks to its 8.8-inch OLED screen and variable refresh rate (VRR) between 30Hz and 144Hz. The more ergonomic controls may make it easier to hold for longer—which may help considering the upgraded 74Wh battery should let you game for longer. Read more »
Best Robot Vacuum
Ecovacs Deebot X11 OmniCyclone The Deebot X11 OmniCyclone has a few things going for it that make it stand out from Roombas and the suddenly very competitive market of robovacs. There’s an onboard AI model that Ecovacs says helps the X11 better understand when to clean based on your habits; improved motors help it get over gaps where different floor materials meet; and there’s a built-in GaN fast-charging technology that supposedly lets it recharge while it’s rinsing its mop. The Deebot X11 should also clean corners and wall edges better. It seems to have it all. Read more »
Best Robot Vacuum Accessory
Eufy MarsWalker Eufy’s MarsWalker is straight out of a sci-fi movie. When a Eufy robot vacuum slips on the “mech suit,” it can then use the arms and legs to climb up and down stairs, eliminating the need to manually haul the bot between floors to vacuum. The MarsWalker is cute, a little creepy, but damn, come on, technology that levels up our laziness is too good to ignore! Read more »
Best Laptop
Acer Swift 16 Air When light is right, the Acer Swift 16 Air is your best choice for a laptop that has more screen real estate than any 13- or 14-inch notebook. It clocks in at 2.18 pounds for the version with an IPS LCD display, but the heavier AMOLED will barely weigh you down at 2.43 pounds. The major caveat here is the Swift 16 Air sacrifices battery life for the sake of a thin and light 16-inch device. If you can stomach being near a charger, the Swift 16 Air will barely register as anything in your backpack. Read more »
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