Why are ‘premium’ laptops so afraid of ports?
I’ve reviewed a lot of laptops for PCWorld and I’ve been noticing something I don’t like: the more expensive the laptop, the fewer ports it tends to have. It’s been trending this way for a…
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You can finally play Fortnite on Snapdragon laptops
Epic Games recently added support for Arm64 to its Epic Online Services (EOS) developer kit, which means that more games can now be played on computers with Arm-based chips. For example, Fortnite can finally be…
When laptops stop feeling like machines
Have you noticed how modern laptops seem more approachable than ever? Gone are the sharp, angular edges and industrial plastic of the past. Today’s machines feel sleek, tactile, and… almost inviting! As a very tactile…
We tested the battery life on hundreds of laptops. These 5 refused to die
There’s nothing more frustrating than hearing the familiar ding of a dying battery. This scenario always seems to happen when there’s zero outlets in sight. Bummer, man. Nowadays, laptops are lasting longer than ever thanks…
Laptops with Blu-ray and DVD drives? Yup, Fujitsu is doing it
When’s the last time you saw a laptop with a spinning disc drive on a store shelf? Outside of a pawn shop, I don’t think I’ve seen one in almost 10 years. But Japanese manufacturer…
The future of laptops is already here: 6 trends making 2025 a breakout year
Generally speaking, every laptop generation is faster and more capable than the one that came before it. But something’s different this year. Between higher performance hardware, more efficient components, a trend towards eco-friendly materials, and…
I was wrong about 5G laptops. Here’s how HP Go changed my mind
I always thought the idea of a 5G laptop was little more than a gimmick. Public Wi-Fi is everywhere these days, plus you can always tether your laptop to your phone’s 5G hotspot in a…
Can the M5 MacBook Pro’s boosted graphics challenge PC gaming laptops?
In my review of the M5 MacBook Pro, the laptop’s graphics performance stood out. It offers a 35 percent boost in Metal performance over the M4, which is significant. It’s also good for Apple’s Mac…
Interview: Talking laptops and GPUs with Framework’s CEO
Framework is, if you ask me, making the coolest laptops (and now desktops) on the market. The company is now several generations into its completely modular, upgradeable PC designs, available in 12-, 13-, and 16-inch…
This super-fast power bank was made for laptops. It’s now 33% off
What’s the one thing you can do to ensure you can take your laptop anywhere without worrying about battery life? No, not your charger—you still need to find an outlet for that. I’m talking about…