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Mark Coppock

Mark Coppock

Computing Writer

Mark has been a geek since MS-DOS gave way to Windows and the PalmPilot was a thing. He’s translated his love for technology into a marketing, consulting, and freelance writing career aimed at helping people use technology to enhance their lives. At Digital Trends, he reviews laptops and desktops, including the latest from HP, Dell, Lenovo, Apple, and more, and writes news and easy to understand how-to articles about the computing industry as a whole.

When he’s not writing, you’ll find him reading and watching science fiction, taking photos with his family, and obsessing over Indiana University basketball.

Laptop Reviews

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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 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is a well-built 14-inch laptop with good productivity performance. But it's expensive, making it a dubious proposition.
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Internet speed test on laptop.

The 6 best internet speed tests for desktop and mobile in 2024

Feel like your bandwidth is holding you back? We show you the best internet speed tests out there so you can solve your system problems.
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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.
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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.
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The ThinkPad X1 Fold unfolded on a couch, with the keyboard disconnected.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold (16-inch) review: a foldable flop

Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Fold is another folding PC with a slightly smaller display. It's fast enough with a few attractive features, but some flaws hold it back.
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Apple Mac Studio front view showing ports.

Mac desktops need a serious boost

Apple's Mac Studio is its most attractive and accessible desktop PC, offering tremendous power in a refined package. What will Apple do to keep it on top?
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Asus Zenbook 14 OLED front view showing display and keyboard.

Asus Zenbook 14 OLED (2024) review: still the value king?

The 2024 Asus Zenbook 14 OLED leverages Intel's Meteor Lake chipset for solid performance, with an excellent build and a quality OLED display.
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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?
Computing Guides
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.
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Dell XPS 16 sitting on desktop with flowers.

The XPS 16 is facing an uphill battle against the MacBook Pro

The Dell XPS 16 looks like it will be an excellent laptop, albeit with some controversial design elements. But the Apple MacBook Pro 16 is a formidable laptop.
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Close up of the Chrome logo on the top of a Chromebook.

7 best Chromebooks for 2024: the best for every budget

Looking to buy a new laptop on a budget? Here are all the best Chromebooks in 2024. They're affordable, powerful, and highly capable.
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The back of the Surface Pro 9, with the kickstand pulled out.

7 best 2-in-1 laptops in 2024: tested and reviewed

The Windows 2-in-1 market has exploded over the last several years, with convertible notebooks and tablets of all kinds. Here are the best models available.
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Dell XPS 16 sitting on desktop with flowers.

Here’s how two of the best Windows laptops compare to each other

The HP Spectre x360 16 and Dell XPS 16 are new for 2024, and both offer fast components with solid builds. The Dell will be faster and the HP more flexible.
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The keyboard and trackpad of the MacBook Pro.

Another excellent laptop challenges the MacBook Pro and falls short

HP's Spectre x360 16 is the latest in a long line of excellent 360-degree convertible 2-in-1 laptops. But the MacBook Pro 16 remains on top as the best around.
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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.
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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.
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Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 review: Where’s the update?

The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 is a solid follow-up to its groundbreaking predecessor, which broke the ThinkPad mold. But it's behind other 13-inch laptops.
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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.
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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.
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The HP Spectre x360 14 open on a table.

HP Spectre x360 14 review: they did it again

The HP Spectre x360 14 is a meaningful upgrade to an already excellent convertible 2-in-1. With Intel Meteor Lake and AI, it represents a new class of laptop.
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The Dell XPS 14 on a table.

Dell XPS 14 vs. HP Spectre x360 14: well, this is interesting

The Dell XPS 14 and HP Spectre x360 14 are two of the earliest laptops announced with Intel's new Meteor Lake chipset. Which is the better 14-inch laptop?
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best VPN services

The 18 best VPN services for 2024, reviewed by experts

It's scary knowing your data might not be private. VPNs help shield your online activities. To help you pick the right one, these are the best VPN services.
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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.
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Upgrading the Framework Laptop with the components on a table.

The best upgradeable laptops

Fewer laptops are upgradeable, meaning that most are permanently limited to what you get when you buy them. Here are the best laptops that you can upgrade.
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Asus ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED back view showing lid and logo.

Asus ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED review: a proper Windows MacBook Pro?

The Asus ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED is a well-built laptop with good creativity performance and some standout features, making it an attractive alternative.
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Apple Mac Studio top down view showing PC and keyboard.

How to configure a Mac Studio that’s right for you

The Apple Mac Studio is a powerful, compact, and elegant desktop PC. However, it's not expandable, so choose wisely when configuring yours.
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Apple Mac Studio front view showing ports.

Why the Mac Studio offers something Windows PCs can’t compete with

The Apple Mac Studio is its most powerful machine and offers a tiny, well-built, and fast PC for most users. But Windows desktop PCs have their advantages.
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Apple Mac Studio front view showing ports.

Have the M3 MacBook Pros made the Mac Studio irrelevant?

The Apple Mac Studio and MacBook Pro can serve as your desktop PC, with roughly identical performance and prices. Which is better comes down to finer points.
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The best business laptops from Apple, Lenovo, Dell, and more

The best business laptops keep up with you, offering excellent portability, usability, battery life, and power. Here are our top picks for good work laptops.
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A mother and daughter use the Surface Go 3 together.

The best laptops for kids, tested and selected by experts

Younger kids need great laptops just like older kids, and these are the best we could find that provide what those younger kids need.
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Working From Home

The best laptops for writers from Apple, Dell, HP, and more

The best laptops for writers are those with the best keyboards. These are the best you'll find.
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Apple Mac Studio front view showing ports.

Mac Studio review: can it replace my Windows PC?

Apple's Mac Studio is its most powerful desktop PC for almost all users. It's small, elegant, and fast. But the price is high when fully configured.
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The 14-inch MacBook Pro on a window sill.

After decades of Windows loyalty, I’m switching to Mac

After decades of being a Windows devotee, I've decided to make a transition to all-Apple computing. It's a big step, and here are the reasons why.
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The ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 on a table outside.

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 review: late to the game

The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 is an excellent laptop. But it's not quite the standout machine it was when its first generation hit the streets.
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