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Google NotebookLM adds improved audio overviews and background listening feature
Google adds new features to NotebookLM, including improved audio overviews. The AI-enhanced note-taking software is also getting a version focused on commercial use.
Lawrence Bonk10.18.2024
8310083100Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review (13-inch): A beautiful design that’s almost run its course
While the Surface Laptop 5 hasn’t gotten a lot of updates on the outside aside from a fresh sage green color option, support for faster 12th-gen Intel CPUs and a new Thunderbolt 4 port give it a big bump in speed and versatility.
Sam Rutherford11.07.2022
Surface Laptop 5 hands-on: A bare minimum update
While getting faster CPUs is nice, it feels like Microsoft is putting in the bare minimum effort when it comes to refreshing the Surface Laptop 5.
Sam Rutherford10.12.2022
Microsoft's (barely) refreshed Surface Laptop 5 starts at $1,000
For fall 2022, Microsoft is updating its mainstream notebook line with the new Surface Laptop 5, which features new 12th-gen Intel CPUs and support for Thunderbolt 4.
Sam Rutherford10.12.2022
Surface Laptop Go 2 review: Basic, but in a good way
Starting at just $600, while the Surface Laptop Go 2 isn't as flashy or luxurious as more expensive rivals, it does a great job at nailing all your basic laptop needs.
Sam Rutherford06.16.2022
Surface Laptop Go 2 hands-on: An upgrade that's worth the extra money
Microsoft's latest update to the Surface family is the new Surface Laptop Go 2, which features a range of refreshed specs, louder speakers and a new 720p webcam.
Sam Rutherford06.07.2022
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 leaks in retail listing
The latest model seems to have an 11th-gen Intel processor and could go on sale this week.
Kris Holt05.31.2022
HP’s premium laptop revamp: more OLED displays, 12th-gen Intel CPUs
This spring, HP is basically updating its entirely premium laptop portfolio with a range of new Spectre and Envy notebooks in a wide range of sizes and designs.
Sam Rutherford05.19.2022
Acer's Chromebook Spin 714 sports an upscale design and a built-in stylus
For spring 2022, Acer is announcing two new Chromebooks in the $750 Chromebook Spin 714 and the $400 Chromebook Tab 510.
Sam Rutherford05.18.2022
Intel's 12th-gen 'HX' chips bring 16 cores to laptops
Intel's 12th-gen HX chips are the first notebook 16-core notebook processors, and they're also completely unlocked and overclockable.
Devindra Hardawar05.10.2022
Razer Blade 15 review: A real treat if you've got the cash
Thanks to a refresh for 2022, the Razer Blade 15 offers excellent performance and build quality, tough its mediocre battery life and high price may be tough to swallow.
Sam Rutherford05.06.2022
Lenovo's latest ThinkPad update is bringing fresh CPUs and better connectivity
After trotting out a bunch of new ThinkPads at CES 2022, Lenovo is capping off its refresh cycle with updates to its ThinkPad X13 and ThinkPad L-series systems.
Sam Rutherford03.15.2022
ASUS Zephyrus G14 review: Still a solid 14-inch gaming laptop, but no longer a great deal
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is faster than ever, and it finally has a webcam. It's just a shame it's no longer a great deal.
Devindra Hardawar02.28.2022
HP Elite Folio review: A costly hodgepodge of mobile-centric features
The HP Elite Folio has a leather build, a pull-forward touchscreen, Snapdragon 8cx CPU, LTE and a stylus. But at $1,889, it's exorbitant.
Cherlynn Low06.21.2021
Razer upgrades its Blade 15 laptop with 11th-gen Intel H-series chips
Razer is launching an upgraded Blade Advanced 15-inch gaming laptop armed with Intel’s latest 11th Gen H-series chips.
Saqib Shah05.11.2021
HP boosts its ZBook laptops with new Intel chips and punchy displays
HP is releasing a new range of ZBook work-oriented laptops featuring Intel's latest processors and 4K displays.
Saqib Shah05.11.2021
Samsung’s Galaxy Book Pro is a series of super thin, light AMOLED laptops
Samsung's newest Galaxy Book Pro laptops are super thin and light, offer sumptuous AMOLED panels and intriguing software.
Cherlynn Low04.28.2021
Apple's 512GB MacBook Air M1 falls to an all-time low on Amazon
Amazon is currently offering the 512GB MacBook Air with Apple's latest M1 chipset for $1,149.
Saqib Shah04.12.2021
HP’s new Envy laptops feature larger, 4K displays
HP is launching two new Envy laptops with new Intel and AMD processors, NVIDIA graphics and up to 4K OLED resolution.
Saqib Shah03.22.2021
VAIO Z is a pricey laptop with a '3D molded' carbon fiber body
The new VAIO Z is allegedly the world's first laptop to sport a "3D molded full carbon fiber body," as in each carbon fiber piece is contoured around all sides on the lid, the palm rest and the base assembly. The result is a stronger structure while keeping the overall weight to a little under 2.3lbs or 1.04kg.
Richard Lai02.18.2021