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Lenovo Legion Go 2

Lenovo Legion Go 2 confirmed — when will it launch?

Claire Tabari last updated 3 February 25

The next generation of Legion Go is on its way

Microsoft Surface Event Oct 12, 2022

Windows 11 may have just kickstarted 2025's biggest comeback story

Rael Hornby published 3 February 25

After months of decline to Windows 10, Windows 11 is on the up-and-up once more.

Project Moohan

One crucial feature could give Samsung an early victory over Apple in the headset wars

James Pero published 2 February 25

A firsthand look at Android XR from YouTuber MKBHD shows how AI could give Samsung's headset an edge

The DeepSeek mania proves it's finally — finally! — time to talk about AI privacy

James Pero published 2 February 25

DeepSeek isn't the only AI company that can abuse user data

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Two undeniable reasons to upgrade to Windows 11 now (or buy a new Windows laptop)

Rael Hornby published 1 February 25

Windows 10 support ends in October, but now may be the best time to upgrade to Windows 11 or buy a new laptop.

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Surface Laptop 7 Intel vs. Qualcomm: Which model is better for you?

Sarah Chaney published 1 February 25

Both the Intel-based and Qualcomm-based Surface Laptop 7 machines are great picks, but there are a few key differences worth considering before you buy.

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Animation of two greyscale hands reaching toward a spinning Intel Lunar Lake mobile SoC on a vibrant yellow background with a circuit board line art design - Image is a part of the Laptop Mag Silicon Survey 2025 special issue. — Is Moore's Law dead? We spoke to Intel, AMD, Nvidia, and Qualcomm, and both sides of the debate agree: The only constant is progress Moore’s law is both alive and dead.

AMD Vice President and General Manager of the Client OEM group Jason Banta. — “Boring stuff changes the world”: AMD’s Jason Banta offers a glimpse into the future for AI and AMD Team Red had a clear lead over Intel in 2024, but can AMD maintain the momentum?

Microsoft Surface Event Oct 12, 2022 — Windows 11 may have just kickstarted 2025's biggest comeback story After months of decline to Windows 10, Windows 11 is on the up-and-up once more

Project Moohan — One crucial feature could give Samsung an early victory over Apple in the headset wars A firsthand look at Android XR from YouTuber MKBHD shows how AI could give Samsung's headset an edge

windows 11 vs windows 10 — Two undeniable reasons to upgrade to Windows 11 now (or buy a new Windows laptop) Act now and beat Windows 10's end-of-support date and upcoming tariffs on tech

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Buying Guides

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Best 16-inch laptops in 2025: 7 top picks I recommend based on testing and reviews

By Joanna Nelius last updated 4 February 25

The best 16-inch laptops offer a balance between affordability and quality, without compromising graphics or power. Here's our selection of the best you can buy.

Best laptops for computer science students in 2025: 3 top picks based on testing and reviews

By Claire Tabari last updated 31 January 25

The best laptops for computer science students in 2025 will help you succeed in your courses, as you need a solid machine that can handle Visual Studio, Python, CLion, and more.

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Best Asus laptops in 2025: 6 top picks from Asus based on testing and reviews

By Rami Tabari last updated 31 January 25

Asus has a vast catalog of tip-top laptops, from pricey ultrabooks to sub-$1,000 notebooks.

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Best AI PCs in 2025: 6 laptops optimized for the latest AI features

By Madeline Ricchiuto last updated 31 January 25

When it comes to AI PCs, you have more and more options every day, so to make buying your new AI laptop easier, here's a guide to the best of the best.

Apple MacBook Pro M4

Best laptops for graphic design in 2025

By Joanna Nelius last updated 20 January 25

These are the best laptops for graphic design in 2025, whether you’re a student learning the craft or a professional using the laptop for work

Business Laptops

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Best gaming keyboards in 2025

By Stevie Bonifield last updated 20 January 25

We tested dozens of keyboards to find the best gaming keyboards of the year for every budget and playstyle. Here are our top picks.

Gaming Keyboards & Mice

Reviews by Brand

Best MacBook in 2025: Which Apple laptop should you buy?

By Sean Riley last updated 19 November 24

Picking the best MacBook is a tough call, but we've tested and reviewed every model to make sure that you know which Apple laptop you should buy.

Best Lenovo laptops in 2024: Our 6 favorites tested and reviewed

By Stevie Bonifield last updated 15 November 24

These are the best Lenovo laptops, from ThinkPad laptops with industry-leading keyboards to slick Yoga 2-in-1s, powerful Legion gaming laptops, and affordable Ideapads.

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Get a free 50-inch 4K TV when you preorder a Copilot+ AI laptop from Best Buy

By Hilda Scott published 10 June 24

You can get a free 4K TV from Best Buy when you preorder a Snapdragon X series AI laptop with My Best Buy Plus

Latest Reviews

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition review: Sleek and refined, but one flaw vexes me

By Joanna Nelius published 31 January 25

The latest ThinkPad X1 Carbon suffers from a common problem with the series, and it has nothing to do with what’s inside

Business Laptops

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SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds review: I’ll never go back to bulky over-ear gaming headsets

By Stevie Bonifield published 18 January 25

Tired of bulky, RGB-covered gaming headsets? The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds are for you

Gaming Headsets

Latest News

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"Buckle up": Meta's Mark Zuckerberg warns of "intense" year filled with AI

By Sarah Chaney published 31 January 25

From rolling back DEI programs to more government work and a heavy focus on AI, here's what Meta's up to in 2025.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-series

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang: "Our ability to have a digital twin of the human is plausible."

By Sarah Chaney last updated 31 January 25

In a recent interview with Cleo Abram, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang suggests there could be digital twins of actual humans in the future.

Latest Features

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Lenovo ThinkPad’s TrackPoint isn’t history, and history tells us why

By Joanna Nelius published 2 February 25

Even though TrackPoint might now seem like an endangered laptop feature, history tells us it might not go extinct because of three things.

Windows Laptops

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Adobe is too expensive, so I switched to these alternative art apps

By Gabriel Morgan published 2 February 25

Why pay so much when you can use great open-source alternatives?

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I’m never flying without these gaming earbuds again — bye-bye motion sickness

By Stevie Bonifield published 1 February 25

Could the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds be the best headphones for travelling? My experience flying with them might win you over.

Gaming Headsets

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