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The side of the keyboard on the Dell XPS 13 Plus.

Dell XPS 13 Plus buying guide: How to configure before you buy

Which processor do you need? What screen is better? What on earth is Windows 11 Pro? Here's how to buy the best Dell XPS 13 Plus laptop.
An Alienware monitor with a headset holder.

Alienware’s new gaming monitors come with a retractable headset stand

The Alienware 25 and Alienware 27 are the newest monitors on the block from Dell's Alienware gaming division.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus on a table outside.

The Dell XPS 13 Plus has the M2 MacBook Air beat in this one important way

The Dell XPS 13 Plus is an amazing laptop, but when put up against the MacBook Air, it beats it in a critical way relating to external displays.
A Dell XPS 13 Plus viewed from the side.

Dell could be working on the same charging tech Apple has been developing

Dell is working on a wireless phone charger for your laptop and it is similar to technology Apple has been working on for years.
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor stand view.

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.
An open Dell G16 laptop with its lid open.

Dell’s new G16 is a larger, more powerful budget gaming laptop

The new Dell G16 gaming laptop is a beast of a machine that takes on Dell's own Alienware line in features.
Dell XPS 17 9720 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

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.
Dell XPS 17 9720 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

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?
The XPS 13 2-in-1 on a desk.

Dell’s new XPS 13 2-in-1 rivals the Surface Pro, minus the headphone jack

Dell has launched a redesigned XPS 13 2-in-1 that takes some inspiration from the Surface Pro line.
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

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.
The internals of the old XPS 13 compared to the new one.

How the new Dell XPS 13 borrows phone tech for its radical redesign

The new Dell XPS 13 takes a radical approach to design, but most of the noticeable changes are under the surface.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus keyboard and haptic feedback buttons.

You can now buy the experimental & sleek Dell XPS 13 Plus

The Dell XPS 13 Plus features both welcome and controversial design choices. You should know what you're getting yourself into before buying.
Apple MacBook Pro front view showing display and keyboard..

The best alternatives to the MacBook Pro 16-inch

The MacBook Pro 16 is arguably the best laptop you can buy for creators, but it's not the only excellent option. Here are some Windows machines that compete.
Alienware m17 R5 laptop sitting on a table.

Alienware’s first AMD Ryzen 6000 laptops are finally here

Alienware's first gaming laptops with AMD's Ryzen 6000 processors are available to purchase, alongside a new AMD-powered desktop.
Dell XPS 13 9310 Featured Image showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Carbon vs. Dell XPS 13

The Dell XPS 13 has held onto the top spot in a few of our best-of lists for several years now. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Carbon aims to dethrone it.
Fortnite running on a Macbook M1.

Apple MacBook Pro 13 M1 vs. Dell XPS 13

The Apple MacBook Pro 13 M1 might be getting a little long in the tooth, but it still gives the excellent Dell XPS 13 a run for its money.
Dell's new 4K monitor can connect to two PCs with an auto KVM feature.

Dell UltraSharp 30 is a more modular Apple Studio Display

Dell's latest UltraSharp ecosystem is a modular videoconferencing monitor designed to compete with Apple's Studio Display.
Woman on couch with XPS 17 on her lap.

Dell powers up XPS 15 and 17 with Intel 12th-gen chips

The latest Dell XPS 15 and XPS 17 models feature new Intel and Nvidia hardware for power and creativity.
The back of the new Fast IPS Dell gaming monitor.

Dell’s new Fast IPS gaming monitors have 1ms response time

Dell's new 32-inch gaming monitors feature anti-tearing technologies and DisplayHDR certification.
The Surface Laptop Studio pulled forward in Stage Mode.

Surface Laptop Studio vs. XPS 13: Laptops face off

The Surface Laptop Studio is an intriguing laptop with some real 2-in-1 flexibility, but the XPS 13's accessibility and refinement wins out.
Alienware QD-OLED gaming monitor.

Price of first Alienware QD-OLED monitor may surprise you

Alienware was announced the price and availability of the first QD-OLED gaming monitor, and it's less than you might think.
Alienware x14 gaming laptop with an Alienware logo.

You can now buy the Alienware x14, starting at $1,650

The Alienware x14 is Dell's entry into the popular 14-inch gaming laptop space. It's now finally available for purchase.
Two Dell Ultrasharp monitors next to an XPS laptop.

IPS Black debuts on Dell monitors to greatly improve contrast

Dell's latest 4K monitors feature the latest display technology from LG, which greatly improves contrast and black levels.
Intel announces Intel Arc dGPU for Alienware x17 laptop.

Alienware x15 R2 debuts 12th-gen Intel on laptops today

Announced at CES 2022, the Alienware x15 R2 and x17 R2 are among the first laptops with Intel 12th-gen processors, and they're available now.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus keyboard and haptic feedback buttons.

In defense of the Dell XPS 13 Plus

The Dell XPS 13 Plus has some controversial and potentially divisive new features, but it points the way toward a more innovative future for the XPS line.
Close up of keyboard and trackpad on a Dell XPS 13 Plus.

A Dell XPS Chromebook could once again be in the works

A listing from Google's Chromium Gerrit tool suggests that a Dell-branded XPS Chromebook might be in the works.
Apple MacBook Air M1 front view showing bottom of display and keyboard.

Mac continued to grow faster in 2021 than any Windows brand

Apple had a big year in 2021 for the Mac, with sales up 28% in a single year. That’s largely thanks to the M1 and its freshly overhauled desktops and laptops.
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CES 2022: The biggest news and announcements so far

We rounded up all the biggest announcements and news that have surfaced so far at CES 2022. Enjoy!
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Dell’s new UltraSharp display comes with a huge top bezel for 4K video calls

Dell's latest UltraSharp 4K monitor is a color accurate monitor that comes with a webcam and speaker bar designed for video calls.
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Alienware’s Concept Polaris is the most beautiful GPU enclosure I’ve ever seen

At CES 2022, Alienware announced a project called Concept Polaris, which is an undeniably cool-looking GPU enclosure.
Alienware mouse.

Alienware’s white wireless gaming peripherals look simple and ultra-clean

Alienware has announced updated PC gaming peripherals with a fresh new design at CES 2022.
The back of the Alienware m17 AMD Advantage.

The Alienware m17 looks like the most premium all-AMD gaming laptop yet

CES 2022 is finally here and Dell announced a new all-AMD Alienware m17 gaming laptop.
Alienware Aurora R8

Beware: The latest BIOS updates might wreck your Dell, Alienware, or Inspiron PC

Dell Latitude 5320 and 5520 laptops, Inspiron 5680 desktop, and the Alienware Aurora R8 owners are reporting a BIOS update that wrecks their PC.
Dell XPS 13 9310 Featured Image showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell XPS 13 vs. Apple MacBook Pro 14: Which is better?

The Dell XPS 13 has been our favorite laptop for some time, but the Apple MacBook Pro 14 is its equivalent -- albeit at a huge cost.