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The U.S. spent $30 billion to ditch textbooks for laptops and tablets: The result is the first generation less cognitively capable than their parents

Neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath said older generations “screwed up” giving students access to so much technology: “I genuinely hope Gen Z quickly figures that out and gets mad.”

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Your next device will be an AI PC, if Intel has anything to do with it — chipmaker predicts more than half of PCs shipped this year will be AI-enabled

Intel forecasts more than half of PCs shipped in 2026 will include AI processing, impacting laptops, workstations, and mini PCs.

TechRadar

Acer and Asus have stopped support for laptops in German patent dispute — and I think this is a truly worrying situation for consumers

Needing a VPN to get support for your laptop is not an acceptable situation.

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Looking for a new PC? With RAM prices and shortages showing no sign of disappearing, is might be time to buy a secondhand laptop

Memory shortages and AI-driven chip demand are raising new PC prices, pushing European buyers toward refurbished laptops for affordability.

TechRadar

Two of the lightest-ever Windows laptops launch soon — here's how Lenovo and ASUS with Snapdragon and Intel CPUs compare

Lenovo's Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition wants to compete with the glorious ASUS Zenbook A14, also refreshed for 2026. I put together this comparison to help you pick the perfect laptop for your needs.

Windows Central

Windows 11 is getting AI-powered 5G connectivity — Microsoft and Ericsson have teamed up to improve 5G, and it's coming to Surface Copilot+ PCs first

Microsoft and Ericsson's new partnership will make 5G laptops more secure and reliable with AI. This enterprise feature is expected to arrive in Surface Copilot+ PCs first.

Windows Central

We tested the Dell XPS 14 vs MacBook Pro M5 battery life — this is a close one

In our latest battery life test, we pit the Dell XPS 14 against the MacBook Pro M5 to see which laptop lasts longer. The results might surprise you!

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The price of new laptops is officially out of control — here's 5 pre-owned laptops I actually recommend

With the RAM crisis inflating component costs, purchasing a pre-owned laptop to save money is a smart idea. Here are 5 pre-owned laptops I recommend.

Tom’s Guide

The Acer Nitro V 16 AI is a solid piece of kit, but it's chasing higher value elsewhere | Review

The Acer Nitro V 16 AI offers a solid alternative to premium work / play hybrid machines with its slimline design and RTX 5060 power.

GamesRadar

I used the Dynabook Tecra A65-M 16-inch business laptop for a week, and the display is its weak link

A powerful business-focused 16-inch laptop that provides plenty of direct connectivity options, making it ideal for use both in the office and out in the field.

TechRadar

Scared of PC price hikes? HP's latest brainwave is renting you a gaming laptop rather than selling it — but the pricing looks as painful as the RAM crisis

HP offers 'gaming laptop as a service' where you never own the notebook, and just pay monthly — but I'm far from convinced.

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Trying to dodge the 2026 tech price hikes? Here’s the gear I'd buy sooner rather than later, plus practical tips for finding the best deals

A practical guide to dodging 2026 tech price hikes by buying sooner where it counts, spotting shrinkflation, and knowing which costs are most likely to climb next.

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Apple could defy the RAM crisis with a rumored cheaper MacBook — which sounds like its biggest laptop launch for years

Apple could deploy its affordable MacBook with shipments of 5 to 8 million units – at a price that'll really shift these laptops.

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The Galaxy Book6 Ultra proves Samsung can make a MacBook killer - it's just a shame about the price

The Galaxy Book6 Ultra comes with Intel’s latest chips and Samsung’s increasingly-impressive ecosystem, but can it finally take on the MacBook?

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HP wants you to rent your next laptop — I did the math and it's actually terrifying

HP has launched a laptop subscription service that lets you pay a monthly fee to rent a machine, with the option to upgrade after one year. But there's no option to own it.

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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 26H1 update won't be coming to your current PC — here's why that's actually great news

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 26H1 is for Snapdragon X2 laptops only — but there's no mention of Nvidia's Arm CPU.

Tom’s Guide

Dell XPS 14 (2026) review: Call it a comeback

The Dell XPS 14 delivers thanks to its smart new design, zippy performance, strong battery life, and vivid OLED panel. It’s one of the best Windows laptops, period.

GamesRadar

Are gaming laptops worth it? The answer might change in the next few years

Intel, AMD and Nvidia are all moving in on integrated graphics, which could keep cheaper gaming laptops out of rotation in the years to come.

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Exclusive: Acer exec believes AI branding on laptops might ‘fade out’ by end of the year

In a recent interview we conducted with Acer, a company exec expressed his belief that AI branding on laptops and PCs might "fade out" by end of year.

Tom’s Guide

11 new Apple products tipped for 2026 — iPhone 17e, cheap MacBook, iOS 26.4 with new Siri and more

Apple is going to have a busy next few months releasing a slew products from new budget iPhones to iPads and laptops.

TechRadar

Striking a perfect balance between budget and performance, the Chuwi CoreBook Air impressed me with its work-focused features

The Chuwi CoreBook Air is a 14-inch mid-range Windows laptop designed for everyday work, students, and business professionals. It’s a powerful yet affordable workstation that will keep up with the demands of the modern office, from productivity to some light content creation.

After two weeks with a Panther Lake chip, I've seen enough –gaming laptops are in huge trouble

Integrated graphics are getting scary

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The GeekBook X14 Pro is one of the lightest laptops I’ve tested, and it packs plenty of power at a reasonable price

The GeekBook X14 Pro is an ultra-lightweight 14-inch display laptop featuring Windows 11 Pro and a premium build with a stylish magnesium alloy outer. Inside, an impressive CPU and GPU offer a powerful combination, making it a great option for business and creative use.

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HP coupon codes for {short_month} 2026 |

Our list of the latest HP coupon codes can help you save on the computing brand's laptops, desktops, printers, ink cartridges and more..

Tom’s Guide

Nvidia DLSS 4.5 is a cheat code for gaming laptops — here's what I found testing it on the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

I've been testing DLSS 4.5 on the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, and it the huge uplift in performance while not compromising too much detail is seriously impressive! Here are my numbers.

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