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The Dell XPS 15 on a table outside.

LG Gram 16 vs. Dell XPS 15: The better large laptop?

Both the LG Gram 16 and Dell XPS 15 offer expansive displays, but which one is the more powerful?
A man using the ThinkPad Carbon X1.

ThinkPad X1 Carbon vs. ThinkPad T490

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is for users who want reliability as opposed to the thinner, light ThinkPad X1 Carbon. Here's what you need to know about both laptops.
The Dell XPS 13 has a powerful Intel processor.

Razer Book 13 vs. Dell XPS 13

The Dell XPS 13 has spent a few of years at the top of the 13-inch laptop heap. Can the Razer Book 13 take it down a notch?
HP Spectre x360 15 front view showing display and keyboard.

Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 vs. HP Spectre x360

The Samsung Galaxy Book 360 is a thin and light 15-inch 2-in-1, but the HP Spectre x360 15 is by far the more powerful. Is it worth the extra cost?
sus Chromebook Flip C536 sitting upright on desk.

Asus Chromebook Flip C536 review: Flawed, but the price wins out

The Asus Chromebook Flip C536 has its flaws, but its strengths and its low price make up for them.
Image of the ZenBook Pro Duo with a second display.

Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED review: Dual screens, if you need them

The Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED is a better dual-screen option in its second generation, and powerful to boot.
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The best laptops for video editing

Looking for a good laptop for editing videos? We've found and reviewed the top laptops for video editing you can buy right now.
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Dell Latitude 7320 Detachable review: Tablets are back in business

The Dell Latitude 7320 Detachable is the tablet made for business users.
HP Spectre x360 14 front view showing display and keyboard.

The HP Spectre x360 14 is my new favorite laptop. Here’s why

I've tested over 125 laptops, and The HP Spectre x360 14 is my favorite. It's a perfect size, it has an excellent keyboard, and the display is a dream.
Acer Chromebook Spin 713 in presentation mode.

Acer Chromebook Spin 713 2021 review: A supremely fast Chromebook

The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is a fast and long-lasting Chrome OS 2-in-1 that's well worth consideration.
HP 930 Creator Wireless Mouse

HP 930 Creator Wireless Mouse review: Made for creators

The HP 930 Creator Wireless Mouse is highly customizable and ergonomic with excellent battery life.
LG Gram 17 2021 laptop

LG Gram 17 (2021) review: Large and light on its feet

The LG Gram 17 offers a lovely and expansive display with outstanding battery life, all without weighing you down.
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HP Elite Dragonfly Max review: A work-from-home dream machine

If you're a businessperson who lives on Zoom and has a serious budget, then the HP Elite Dragonfly Max is for you.
Dell UltraSharp 4K webcam mounted on monitor.

Dell claims its UltraSharp 4K webcam is the world’s best for image quality

Dell's UltraSharp 4K webcam promises the world's best image quality,
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The best Asus Laptops

This guide takes a look at the best Asus laptops for you, from great budget machines and 2-in-1s to serious gaming laptops that can handle anything.
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Asus VivoBook Flip 14 (2021) review: A fast, cheap laptop

Buy the Asus VivoBook Flip 14 for its performance and price -- just don't pay too much attention to the display and build quality.
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HP Envy x360 15 (AMD) review: Creative performance for $1,000?

HP aimed at creators with the Envy x360 15 AMD but fell short on the display and ended up with a productivity powerhouse instead.
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HP Envy 14 (2021) review: Great laptop, but tread lightly

The HP Envy 14 is a great laptop for productivity users, but its display holds it back for creative types.
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The best product key finders

Are missing product keys getting you down? Finding keys for a specific piece of software can be hard. To help, here's our list of the best product key finders.
HP Elite Folio

HP Elite Folio Review: A new twist on the pull-forward 2-in-1

The Elite Folio is a different take on the 2-in-1, with a useful form factor and a comfortable vegan leather exterior.
The Microsoft surface Laptop 4 on a pedestal.

Major milestones in the past decade of laptop design

Laptops have undergone some significant changes in their design over the last decade. Here are the biggest ones.
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Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 review: Solid performer at a sound price

The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 makes improvements in all the right places to better appeal to its small-business target.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga sits open on a table.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga review: Old dog, meet new trick

The ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga stands out from the ThinkPad crowd with a unique look and feel, as well as solid 2-in-1 functionality.
Acer Aspire 5

Acer Aspire 5 (2021) review: Not easy on the eyes

The 2021 Acer Aspire 5 is slow, suffers from mediocre battery life, and has the worst display I've ever tested.
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Yes, even a dirt cheap webcam is probably way better than just your laptop

A cheap webcam really can greatly improve your videoconferencing experience compared to your laptop's webcam, with only a few exceptions.
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This $33 4K webcam from Amazon is shockingly good

The GoHZQ W8A is a 4K webcam for just $33 that provides excellent image quality and rock-solid reliability.
HP Elite C1030 Chromebook

HP Elite C1030 Chromebook review: Secure, manageable, and really expensive

The HP Elite C1030 Chromebook is one of the most secure and manageable Chrome OS laptops you can buy.
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Windows Update not working for your latest upgrade? Here’s how to fix it

Is Windows 10 refusing to update correctly? This problem can crop up during some updates. Here's what to know and how to get your PC updating properly again.
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I tested 5 popular webcams on Amazon. Here are which to buy and which to avoid

I tested six popular webcams on Amazon, pitting them against each other in terms of features and image quality.
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable

Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable review: The Surface Pro has met its match

The Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable competes strongly against the industry's leading 2-in-1.
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ThinkPad X1 Yoga vs. ThinkPad X1 Carbon

Levono's ThinkPad X1 Carbon and ThinkPad X1 Yoga are both 14-inch laptops targeting performance and portability. The only question: Which one should you get?
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. HP Spectre x360 13

HP has been staying the course with the x360 13, while Microsoft completely redesigned its Surface Laptop 3. Which approach is better?
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Dell XPS 15 vs. HP Spectre x360 15

HP's latest "gem-cut" Spectre x360 15 is among the fastest 2-in-1s we've tested. Can it take on the class-leading Dell XPS 15?
Asus ZenBook S13

Asus ZenBook S vs. Dell XPS 13

The Dell XPS 13 has been our favorite 13-inch laptop for years, but the Asus ZenBook S is a great alternative that puts the heat on Dell. We compare the two.