Laptops

Laptops, netbooks, Chromebooks, gaming laptops and portable computing accessories.

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Latest news

Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022) on a white desk in a studio

M2 MacBook Air ‘scratchgate’ could be the next controversy to hit Apple

By Darren Allan last updated

Bought a midnight color M2 MacBook Air? Early feedback suggests you might want to handle it with care.

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MacBook Air (M2, 2022) in Apple Park, Cupertino

M2 MacBook Air teardown casts doubt on cooling, and reveals a mysterious component

By Darren Allan published

This is one of the more interesting laptop teardowns of recent times, for sure.

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Image of the Alienware x17-R2

Alienware launches gaming laptops with fast 480Hz displays, and we have questions

By Cesar Cadenas published

Currently available for purchase, the new m17 R5 and X17 R2 laptops seem better suited for the e-sports crowd.

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Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022) on a white desk in a studio

This risky $15 hack could stop your M2 MacBook Air from overheating

By Matt Hanson published

Some new MacBook Airs are overheating – but there could be a cheap (yet risky) fix.

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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2022) front-on view

Forget the new Macbook Pro 13-inch: M2 Pro and M2 Max chips are coming soon

By Jess Weatherbed published

Apple analyst Mark Gurman predicts that M2 Pro and M2 Max-powered MacBook Pro models are just months away.

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Latest reviews

An Acer Predator Helios 300 (2022) sitting on a wooden table in a commissary

Acer Predator Helios 300 (2022) review

By Allisa James last updated

The Acer Predator Helios 300 (2022) is a premium gaming laptop that boasts fantastic performance with an equally impressive display. Its battery life is trash, though.

Laptops & portable PCs
A Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 (2022) on a wooden desk

Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 (2022) review

By Allisa James published

Editor's Choice

For those looking for an affordable and well-balanced 2-in-1 laptop, the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 (2022) is one of the best choices out there.

Laptops & portable PCs
Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop on a wooden desk

Razer Blade 14 (2022) review

By Christian Guyton published

Best in Class

It’s not cheap, but Razer’s new Blade 14 is its best yet, with amazing gaming performance crammed into a bite-sized chassis.

Laptops and netbooks
A Dell XPS 17 (2022) on a table

Dell XPS 17 (2022) review

By Jeremy Laird published

Recommended

The Dell XPS 17 (2022) gets an update to Intel’s latest internals while keeping the excellent design of its predecessor intact.

Laptops & portable PCs
Alienware M15 R7 gaming laptop

Alienware M15 R7 (2022) review

By Christian Guyton published

Recommended

A stylish and powerful 1080p gaming laptop that boasts a display with a crazy refresh rate - and a very clunky charger.

Laptops & portable PCs

Latest trbc

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Zamzar review

By Steve Paris published

TechRadar Pro

Convert files from one format to another, online or on your desktop

The Canon EOS R camera on a black background

Canon’s next camera could finally make full-frame affordable again

By Mark Wilson published

Rumored EOS R successor sounds like a long-awaited sweet spot

Cameras
Park Ji-Sung as a superhero in FIFA 23

FIFA 23 will turn footballers into Marvel superheroes

By Callum Bains published

EA is collaborating with Marvel to bring new superhero illustrations to FIFA 23.

Gaming
Tatiana Maslany's Jennifer Walters stands in a court room with her clothes ripped after turning into She-Hulk

Exclusive: How She-Hulk was influenced by Better Call Saul

By Tom Power published

Exclusive She-Hulk showrunner Jessica Gao reveals why the hit Netflix show was such a bit inspiration for the new MCU TV series.

TV
Man in love with his PC

Windows 10 will finally make switching to Chrome much easier

By Matt Hanson published

Microsoft finally realizes forcing Edge on people sucks – but the damage is already done.

Software

Latest How Tos

How to buy a gaming laptop

How to buy a gaming laptop

By John Loeffler published

If you've never bought one before, it might be tough to tell a good gaming laptop from the bad. Don't worry, we'll show you how to buy a gaming laptop so you get the best deal possible.

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Dell XPS 13

Should I buy a refurbished laptop this Black Friday?

By Desire Athow published

TechRadar Pro

Know how to shop refurbished and you might save yourself a big wad of cash.

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A Chromebook on a desk showing Google Maps

How to set up Chromebook parental controls

By Neil Mohr last updated

Back to School 2022 Making Chromebooks safe for your kids to use online.

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How to buy a business laptop: 5 things to consider when buying a B2B notebook

By Desire Athow published

TechRadar Pro

Purchasing a business laptop can be a far more complicated process than you can imagine.

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How do I connect my laptop to my TV?

How do I connect my laptop to my TV?

By Nick Peers published

Updated Use your TV to mirror or stream content from your laptop, phone or tablet.

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