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Lenovo ThinkPad X13s front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s review: not quite a MacBook Air

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s review: not quite a MacBook Air

The Lenovo ThinkPad X13s has long battery life and optional always-connected internet in a thin and light chassis. Its performance is a step behind, however.
Razer Blade 14 and 15 compared.

The best 14-inch gaming laptops

The best 14-inch gaming laptops

Not everyone wants to haul around a massive gaming laptop, and that's where 14-inch models come in. Reasonably sized, they provide serious gaming performance.
Dell Latitude 7330 UL rear view showing lid and logo.

Dell Latitude 7330 UL review: an ultra-light business laptop

Dell Latitude 7330 UL review: an ultra-light business laptop

The Dell Latitude 7330 Ultralight is one of the lightest laptops we've reviewed. It makes compromises, however, and ends up with too few compelling attributes.
The HP Spectre x360 13.5 open on a table.

HP Spectre x360 13.5 review: back on top

HP Spectre x360 13.5 review: back on top

The HP Spectre x360 13.5 replaces our once-favorite 2-in-1 that was eclipsed by the competition. It brings enough improvements to win back its place at the top.
VAIO FE 14.1 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Vaio FE 14.1 review: not the Vaio you remember

Vaio FE 14.1 review: not the Vaio you remember

The Vaio FE 14.1 looks like a laptop from a few years ago, with a 16:9 display and a few odd features. Mostly, though, its performance and build were lacking.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 review: all business

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 review: all business

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 refines one of the best business laptops, although its performance is lacking.
Universal Control on MacOS Monterey at Apple's WWDC event

How to use Notification Center on a Mac

How to use Notification Center on a Mac

The MacOS Notification Center provides an easy way to manage active notifications and access useful widgets. Here's how to use the Notification Center.
Lenovo Yoga 7i Gen 7 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 Gen 7 review: refinements galore

Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 Gen 7 review: refinements galore

The Lenovo Yoga 7i Gen 7 received a massive upgrade in its latest generation, with a stunning new design and excellent performance and build quality.
Acer Swift 3 2022 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Acer Swift 3 (2022) review: a solid system for the price

Acer Swift 3 (2022) review: a solid system for the price

The Acer Swift 3 offers fast-enough performance and long-enough battery life to stand out in a crowded field of 14-inch laptops.
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor stand view.

What is IPS Black? LG’s new monitor technology, explained

What is IPS Black? LG’s new monitor technology, explained

Dell and LG collaborated on IPS Black, new technology that aims to enhance the quality of IPS displays with deeper contrast and more vivid colors.
MSI Creator Z16P front view showing display and keyboard deck.

MSI Creator Z16P review: Creators yes, gamers no

MSI Creator Z16P review: Creators yes, gamers no

The MSI Creator Z16P is a creative powerhouse, with excellent performance for those who create content for a living. But its gaming chops are underwhelming.
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HP Pavilion Plus 14 review: 90Hz OLED on the cheap

HP Pavilion Plus 14 review: 90Hz OLED on the cheap

The HP Pavilion Plus 14 is a solid entry in the budget to mid-range 14-inch market, with good performance and a spectacular display at a great price.
The screen of the 2021 MacBook Pro.

Dell XPS 15 vs. Apple MacBook Pro 16

Dell XPS 15 vs. Apple MacBook Pro 16

Both the Dell XPS 15 and MacBook Pro 16 offer exceptional performance, lovely displays, and great build quality, but which of these laptops is the better value?
Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 laptop sits on a small desk folded like a tent.

Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7

Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7

Lenovo offers two excellent premium convertible 2-in-1s in the Yoga 9i Gen 7 and ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7. Only one can reign supreme.
HP Victus 15 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

HP Victus 15 review: As cheap as gaming laptops come

HP Victus 15 review: As cheap as gaming laptops come

The HP Victus 15 is the second model in the new gaming lineup, and it offers solid performance and good value as long as you do your research.
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How to use Microsoft Edge efficiency mode

How to use Microsoft Edge efficiency mode

Microsoft Edge efficiency mode reduces the browser's impact on system performance, saving battery life and CPU cycles. It's easy to turn on and off.
Dell XPS 17 9720 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell XPS 17 vs. Razer Blade 17: two big screen legends collide

Dell XPS 17 vs. Razer Blade 17: two big screen legends collide

The Dell XPS 17 and Razer Blade 17 are two of the best options in 17-inch laptops. The XPS 17, however, is the better mainstream option.
HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook front view showing display and keyboard deck.

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook review: The new standard-bearer

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook review: The new standard-bearer

The HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook advances the Chrome OS platform in a number of key areas. It's the best business Chromebook you can buy.
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MSI Prestige 14 review: A fast but flawed laptop

MSI Prestige 14 review: A fast but flawed laptop

The MSI Prestige 14 is a mixed bag, offering class-leading performance and an excellent keyboard but with less than stellar battery life.
Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 7420 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7420) review: A compromised experience

Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7420) review: A compromised experience

The Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 provides decent productivity performance, but its display is subpar and its battery life is below-average.
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 top down view showing keyboard and touchpad.

Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 vs. HP Chromebook x2 11

Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 vs. HP Chromebook x2 11

The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 and HP Chromebook x2 11 are both small Chrome OS tablets that compete well with the Apple iPad. Which is the better option for you?
Dell XPS 17 9720 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell XPS 17 vs. MSI Creator Z17

Dell XPS 17 vs. MSI Creator Z17

The Dell XPS 17 and MSI Creator Z17 are two fast laptops with large displays that are aimed at creators. But which is the better laptop overall?
Acer Aspire 5 2022 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Acer Aspire 5 (2022) review: Squeaking by with just enough

Acer Aspire 5 (2022) review: Squeaking by with just enough

The 2022 Acer Aspire 5 improves on the previous generation in a few key areas while raising the entry-level price. It's still a better overall value.
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 review: $300 well spent

Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 review: $300 well spent

The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 is an excellent value, providing a surprisingly useful detachable tablet at a very affordable price.
Acer Chromebook Spin 513 top down view showing display and keyboard deck.

Acer Chromebook Spin 513 review: Another solid Chromebook 2-in-1

Acer Chromebook Spin 513 review: Another solid Chromebook 2-in-1

The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 is yet another solid Chromebook 2-in-1 option, with good performance and battery life and an excellent display.
Asus Vivobook S 14X front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Asus Vivobook S 14X review: Beautiful display, disappointing performance

Asus Vivobook S 14X review: Beautiful display, disappointing performance

The Asus Vivobook S 14X is an affordable mid-range 14-inch laptop with a luscious 120Hz OLED display, but its performance and battery life disappoint.
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 lifestyle image showing tablet, Folio keyboard, and pen on a table.

Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 vs. Surface Pro 8: New competition

Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 vs. Surface Pro 8: New competition

Microsoft's Surface Pro 8 has been at the top of a couple of best-of lists since its introduction. But the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 represents a new challenger.
Dell XPS 17 9720 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell XPS 17 (9720) review: Almost all the right improvements

Dell XPS 17 (9720) review: Almost all the right improvements

The Dell XPS 17 9720 retains all the best qualities of its predecessor while upgrading to 12th-gen Intel CPUs. It's the 17-inch laptop to beat.
Dell XPS 15 9520 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell XPS 15 (9520) review: Still the best, only faster

Dell XPS 15 (9520) review: Still the best, only faster

The Dell XPS 15 (9520) picks up where the previous model left off, retaining its best quality and improving performance and battery life.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 review: 7th time’s a charm?

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 review: 7th time’s a charm?

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 updates to Intel's 12th-gen CPUs. It's a solid laptop for businesspeople, but mainstream users might want to look elsewhere.

How to split your screen in Windows 10

How to split your screen in Windows 10

To fully take advantage of Windows 10, you need to learn how to split your screen. Follow these instructions, and you'll be splitting your screen in no time.
MSI Summit E14 Flip top angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

MSI Summit E14 Flip review: Speed, battery life hold it back

MSI Summit E14 Flip review: Speed, battery life hold it back

The MSI Summit E14 Flip is a solid laptop with inconsistent performance and below-average battery life. It struggles to compete with the best 14-inch laptops.
Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED UM5302 front angle view showing display and keyboard deck.

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED review: Tiny laptop, tons of power

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED review: Tiny laptop, tons of power

The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED UM5302 is a powerful little laptop with an outstanding display and great keyboard and touchpad at an attractive price.
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor front angled view.

Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor review: Deep blacks, more power

Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor review: Deep blacks, more power

Dell's updated UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor uses LG's IPS Black technology for higher contrast and pushes more power to laptops, with an excellent image.