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The screen of the MacBook Air M2.

The MacBook Air M3 has one change that fixes its biggest flaw

Apple made a surprise announcement, introducing updated M3 MacBook Air 13-inch and 15-inch laptops. The M2 13-inch model is now Apple's entry-level offering.
Dell XPS 14 lifestyle view showing laptop on coffee table.

Our 5 favorite laptop deals in Best Buy’s ‘3-Day Sale’ — from $159

The Best Buy 3-Day sale is here, goes through Sunday, and its been making us take a huge interest in Best Buy's laptop deals. It has Chromebooks, gaming, more!
The HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook rear view showing lid and logo.

How to install Windows on a Chromebook

Own a Chromebook but miss the Windows OS? Luckily, you’ll be able to install Windows 11 and 10 on your Google machine by following this step-by-step guide.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus on a table outside.

6 laptops you should buy instead of the MacBook Air

The MacBook Air is undoubtedly one of the best laptops you can buy. But if you prefer or are required to stay on Windows, these are the best options.
HP Spectre x360 14 2023 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

Why one of my favorite laptops still struggles against the MacBook Pro

The HP Spectre x360 14 is an excellent convertible 2-in-1 laptop and the Apple MacBook Pro 14 is an excellent clamshell. Which is the better laptop for you?
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14.

The new ROG G14 completely upends the Razer Blade 14

Asus' radical new Zephyrus G14 takes aim at the Razer Blade 14, and it comes out on top in a messy battle.
The side of the open Dell XPS 14 on a white table.

5 laptops you should buy instead of the MacBook Pro

There's no laptop quite like the MacBook Pro right now, but here are 5 alternatives that come very close.
The XPS 14 and MacBook Pro side by side on a desk.

I reviewed both the XPS 14 and MacBook Pro. They’re closer than you think

Dell's XPS 14 brings an ultramodern design, cutting-edge components, and more to the 14-inch laptop. But can it compete with Apple's MacBook Pro 14?
Halo running on a MacBook Pro.

The MacBook Pro is a good enough gaming laptop for me

The MacBook Pro will never be a proper gaming laptop, but as a dabbler, I was surprised by how good it is.
A laptop and a camera on a table with a Qualcomm logo on the screen.

I’m a laptop reviewer, and I can’t wait for the new Windows on ARM laptops

Windows on ARM hopes to become a viable platform with the release of the Snapdragon X Elite. And I'm hoping that Microsoft and Qualcomm hit one out of the park.
The 2024 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 sitting on a table.

We just learned two critical details about the 2024 Zephyrus G14

After the debut of the 2024 Zephyrus G14 and G16 earlier this year, listings have gone live for the laptops, revealing two critical details.
The keyboard and trackpad of the MacBook Pro.

How to choose between a MacBook and a Windows laptop

The MacBooks versus Windows laptops debate has been raging for decades, but never has it been this intense or important.
The XPS 13, XPS 14, and XPS 16 on a table.

The new Dell XPS 13 has an ace up its sleeve against the MacBook Air

The new Dell XPS 13 design looks excellent, but it's going up against the outstanding Apple MacBook Air M2. On paper, the Dell a competitive laptop.
Dell XPS 15 9520 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

The best 15-inch laptops for 2024

Today's 15-inch laptops are slimmer and quicker than their aging counterparts. Here are the top models for working, gaming, streaming, and any other task.
The ROG Strix G16 open on a table.

The best 17-inch laptops you can buy in 2024

Looking for the best 17-inch laptop to buy in 2024? We've gathered the best large laptop models for those who need a larger display for work or play.
Apple iPad Pro 11 with Apple Magic Keyboard.

When the iPad is a better computer than my PC

Is that iPad a real computer? That's a valid question with a few different answers. And for me, the iPad is a real computer that lets me get real work done.
A rendering of the two color options for the Asus Zephyrus G14.

This one surprising laptop could actually challenge the MacBook Pro

The 14-inch MacBook Pro has lacked a serious rival for a while, but it may have just found one in the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14. Here’s why I’m excited about it.

Spilled water on your laptop? Here’s how to fix it

You've just spilled water on your laptop. What now? Turn your system off right away, and then follow these steps. If you're lucky, you might be able to save it.
Apple Continuity image showing iPhone use as MacBook webcam.

The one unbeatable benefit I’ve enjoyed by going all-in on Apple

Apple's Continuity features and functionality add a ton of value. But is Continuity enough to sway a decision to select all Apple products? That depends.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro laptop with an open screen.

The 4 best Samsung laptops for work and play in 2024

Samsung has a growing and increasingly impressive stable of laptops. Here, we highlight a handful of the best Samsung laptop options.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 front view showing display and keyboard.

As a recent Mac convert, here’s what has surprised me most

Transitioning from Windows and Android to all-Apple products has required some changes in my computing habits. But so far, those changes have been worth it.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 front view showing display and keyboard.

Why I finally gave up and embraced Apple’s walled garden

Switching from Windows and Android to all Apple has dramatically changed my computing. Here's a quick overview of why the investment has been worth it so far.
best laptops for college

The 5 best laptops for college in 2024

The best laptops for college students deliver snappy performance in thin and light form factors. Here are the top machines to keep your eye on.
The Dell XPS 13 in front of a window.

The 7 best Dell laptops for students in 2024

Looking to take a laptop to school? We've picked out all the best options no matter what your budget or needs are.
HP Omen Transcend 14 sitting next to a window.

The best gaming laptops we saw at CES 2024

It was a lighter year for gaming laptops at CES 2024, but these are the ones that really popped.
The Dell XPS 14 on a table.

The best and most exciting laptops I saw at CES 2024

CES 2024 brought a host of new laptops across a variety of categories -- but these were the absolute best.
The two screens of the Zenbook Duo on a white table.

Dual-screen laptops is the idea that just won’t die

Asus has announced the Zenbook Duo, yet another attempt at nailing the dual-screen laptop design.
The 2024 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 sitting on a table.

This is how Asus defeats the Razer Blade 14

A striking redesign on the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 means that we finally have a proper competitor for the Razer Blade 14.
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid.

This is the Windows/Android hybrid device I’ve always wanted

Lenovo's new ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 hybrid is half Android tablet, half Windows PC.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio on a table.

MSI just went hard

MSI brought some serious contenders to CES 2024 against the MacBook Pro in the creator space.
The back of the Alienware m16 R2 on a table.

This is a first for Alienware gaming laptops

Dell has brought new Alienware gaming laptops and peripherals to CES 2024, with a number of updates.
The color e-ink screen on the back of the ThinkBook laptop.

This laptop has a customizable, color e-ink screen right on its lid

Lenovo's experiments with e-ink continue, this time in full color on a laptop launched at CES 2024.
The Razer Blade 14 and 18 on a table.

The Razer Blade is losing its edge

Razer brought some updates to its Blade gaming laptops at CES 2024, but was it enough?
Apple MacBook Pro 16 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

Why I went with the MacBook Pro over the Mac Studio

After a meaningful analysis, I decided to go with a MacBook Pro 16 over a Mac Studio. It wasn't an easy decision, and here's why I made that choice.