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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?
The HP 255 G9 laptop against a white background.

This HP work-from-home laptop is discounted from $1,339 to $449

Razer Blade 14 2023 on desk with lighting in background

See Razer Blade 14 (2024) with GeForce RTX 40-Series Graphics: Plus more deals

The Acer Swift Go 14 2024 laptop placed on a wooden table.

Acer’s new superthin laptops are also highly affordable

The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 on a white background.

Normally $2039, this Lenovo laptop just had its price slashed to $599

A top down view of the keyboard of the Dell XPS 14.

Dell XPS 14 review: getting past the red flags

Dell XPS 17 9370 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell XPS 17 with an RTX 4060 is $700 off right now

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 front view showing display and keyboard.

The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 won’t win any new converts

The Dell XPS 13, open on a table in front of a window.

Dell Presidents’ Day deals: Dell XPS 13, XPS 15 and XPS 17

The Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition will be available between late November and early December for $1,000.

The 15 best Chromebook Presidents’ Day deals we’ve found

The Dell XPS 13 9315 on a table against a window.

The 25 best Presidents’ Day laptop deals we’ve found so far

The Lenovo IdeaPad 1i against a white background.

Usually $250, this Lenovo laptop is discounted to $120 today

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Using the Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook for a video chat.

This Surface-style 2-in-1 Chromebook is $150 off right now

Snap up this super stylish Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook and enjoy good looks and competent hardware for less thanks to Best Buy.
A person working on a Toshiba Chromebook.

The most common Chromebook problems and how to fix them

Facing annoying issues with your Chromebook? If you need help, try our Chromebook troubleshooting guide to see if we can figure out the root causes together.
Man using Chromebook touchscreen.

How to print from a Chromebook

Our complete guide shows how to print and scan from your Chromebook wirelessly or via USB, including setting up your printer and print options.
A top down view of the Alienware m16 R2.

Alienware m16 R2 review: a slow, fresh start

The Alienware m16 R2 is a complete redesign of the line, but fails to offer compelling value compared to the competition.
A HP ZBook Studio G8 sits on a table.

This HP business laptop just had its price slashed by 62%

Invest in a great business laptop for less with this awesome HP ZBook G10 mobile workstation deal at HP.
The Dell XPS 13 on a table with the Start Menu open.

Dell’s “final sale” on the XPS 13 could end at any time

The current version of the Dell XPS 13 is down to $599 in Dell's final sale for the popular laptop. You need to buy it now if you want the $200 in savings.
An Alienware m16 gaming laptop in use on a desk, playing Baldur's Gate III.

It’s the right time to buy an older gaming laptop

If you need a gaming laptop, now is the time to go for it and buy one. Here's why.
A man playing on the Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop.

Save $250 on this Acer gaming laptop with an RTX 3050 Ti

Get into the game with this deal on the Acer Nitro 5, which sees the gaming laptop's price dropped to just $700.
The Dell XPS 13

Dell Presidents’ Day sale: Get a Dell XPS 13 for $599 and more

The Dell Presidents' Day sale has already started, offering discounts on a wide range of devices. This may be your last chance to get the current Dell XPS 13.
The screen of the MacBook Air M2.

Avoid this MacBook Air and shop this discounted model instead

Instead of the Apple MacBook Air M1, go for the Apple MacBook Air M2 with a 13.6-inch screen, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD, as it's down to $949 from Best Buy.
The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 laptop, opened with a colorful wallpaper on the screen.

Best 14-inch laptops for 2024: tested and reviewed

Good 14-inch laptops offer a little more display space while still being lightweight and portable. These are the best 14-inch laptops for all sorts of needs.
Someone using the Dell Inspiron 15 on their lap.

This $190 mystery laptop deal prompts serious questions

What if there was a simple way to pick out a laptop? Get a used, but functionally okay, laptop with decent specs, picked at random from Woot for only $190!
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.
This MacBook has no bezels, thanks to Luke Miani's screen removal and Vision Pro replacement.

A YouTuber created a truly bezel-less MacBook

Are your MacBook bezels driving you mad? Never fear, there's an extravagant and silly way to upgrade to a bezel-free MacBook for just $3,500.
The Dell XPS Desktop on a desk placed next to a curved monitor.

Save $480 on this Dell XPS PC with an RTX 4070, 32GB of RAM

Want a sleek but subtle gaming rig for less? Dell has a great offer on the Dell XPS Desktop packed with great hardware. Here's why you need it.
Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 2023 top down view in tent mode.

This popular Dell 2-in-1 laptop is $250 off while stocks last

You can buy a great Dell 2-in-1 laptop for under $500 right now thanks to this killer Dell deal. Here's why you need it in your life.
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.
Three mini-LED laptops playing an HDR demo.

I tested 3 years of mini-LED gaming laptops, and I was shocked by the results

Mini-LED laptops are still relatively new, but comparing the last three years of mini-LED tech shows how far we've come.
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 Dell XPS 13, open on a table in front of a window.

I write about laptop deals for a living — don’t miss these four today

We've gathered our four favorite laptop deals today, including devices made by HP, Dell, and Apple. Take advantage of these offers while they're still online.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

Best laptop deals: Get a 17-inch laptop for $300 and more

We've gathered the best laptop deals, whether you want a 17-inch screen, a MacBook, a gaming machine, or a 2-in-1 device. Grab the offers before they expire..
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

Save $3,430 on this Lenovo laptop with an RTX 4090, 96GB of RAM

The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 Mobile Workstation, powered by the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card and 96GB of RAM, is available from Lenovo at $3,430 off.

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