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"An unmatched upgrade opportunity": Intel's new Core Series 3 mobile CPUs target "value buyers" as PC prices rise

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
Intel has unveiled its new Core Series 3 "Wildcat Lake" mobile CPUs designed to be more affordable, and I'm optimistic that they'll be a decent antidote to rising PC prices.

Intel Core Series 3 Gemini

Intel Core Series 3 Gemini

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"There are over 5,700 combinations.": I attended Panasonic's USS Intrepid press conference and saw 10Gbps, Wi‑Fi 7 and on‑device AI in the new Toughbook 56, but should you swap out your Toughbook 55?

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Par : [email protected] (Daniel Rubino)
The Panasonic Toughbook 56 tightens up what made the 55 MK3 useful and adds faster networking, newer Intel Series 2 CPUs, Wi‑Fi 7, and a stronger security stack — all in a highly modular package built for long field deployments.

A rugged laptop with a seashore wallpaper is placed on thick, coiled ropes, suggesting durability and adventure. Sunlight casts soft shadows on the scene.

A rugged laptop with a seashore wallpaper is placed on thick, coiled ropes, suggesting durability and adventure. Sunlight casts soft shadows on the scene.

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"Another all-round excellent mini PC:" Beelink's discounted desktop is fantastic for intensive work and even some PC gaming

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The Beelink SER9 Pro+ is a well-made, premium mini-PC built with strong performance rates for productivity (and a little bit for medium-level PC gaming) and a compact form-factor that will preserve space on your desk.

Beelink SER9 PRo

The Beelink SER9 Pro+ on display with its sold seperate dock accessory called the Mate Mini.

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Microsoft prepares display upgrades and two stage launch for new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Intel and Snapdragon chips this year

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)
New PCs from Microsoft will consist of new chips, display upgrades, and higher starting prices this spring and summer.

First images of Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch tablet PC.

First images of Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch tablet PC.

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Someone discovered Seagate's Xbox Storage Expansion cards can be used on PC — which has made their value more meaningful with these discounts

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Several discounts have been discovered for the Seagate Storage Expansion Cards for Xbox, giving people a chance to increase the storage space of their Xbox's (and PC's via a special peripheral) for less.

Photograph of an Seagate Expansion Card being used on a Xbox Series S

A Seagate Expansion Card being used on a Xbox Series S

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ASUS Zenbook A16 vs. Zenbook S 16: Lots of similarities don't necessarily make for an easy choice, and it might come down to pricing and performance hardware

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
ASUS now has Zenbook A16 and Zenbook S 16 models on the market, and at first glance, they seem quite similar. But once you get inside, differences begin to appear. I've put together this comparison based on our reviews of both laptops to help you make the right decision.

ASUS Zenbook A16 vs Zenbook S 16

I'm comparing the Zenbook A16 to the Zenbook S 16.

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"One of the better laptops I’ve encountered and one I’d happily use daily": This high-end ThinkPad is a solid bet for professionals — especially after this generous discount

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The Lenovo ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition laptop is having a Doorstopper discount at Lenovo, giving business professionals a chance to own its powerful specs for office work for 18% less.

Photograph of the Lenovo ThinkPad X9 14 Aura Edition Laptop's keyboard

The Lenovo ThinkPad X9 14 Aura Edition.

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Surface Laptop prices are skyrocketing — this deal might be your last chance to own one without taking out a mortgage

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Microsoft's 7th Edition Surface, one of the best AI laptops we use daily for its supreme workflow performance and perfected clamshell, is now 38% off to defy the recently announced price hikes.

AI-Generated image of a Microsoft Surface Laptop 7th Edition

AI-Generated image of a Microsoft Surface Laptop (7th Edition)

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“Still one of my favorites”: This dependable 2‑in‑1 is discounted again while modern laptops remain scarce

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The Lenovo Yoga 7 is a laptop from 2024 built with advanced AI-empowered hardware for powering through office work and creative productivity tasks that still hold in 2026, and it's now on sale for 27%

Lenovo Yoga 7 tent display.

The Lenovo Yoga 7 in its "Tent" mode.

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Dell is scrubbing its failed Premium brand from existence, but who cares when you can save almost $900 on an XPS 14?

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Par : [email protected] (Sean Endicott)
Dell is quietly turning its "Premium" laptops back into XPS machines to fix a naming mess, and you can save nearly $900 on the hardware formerly known as the Dell 14 Premium.

The all-new 2025 Dell 14 Premium replaces last year's Dell XPS 14. Though it looks the same, it has updated internal hardware.

Once an XPS in everything but name, the laptop formerly known as the Dell 14 Premium is now called the Dell XPS 14 (2025).

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"Raptor Lake will continue to be abundantly available": Intel exec makes a case for its older chips as RAM prices soar, but are they actually worth buying in 2026?

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
Intel's aging Raptor Lake desktop CPUs are "not going anywhere," according to an Intel exec, as RAM prices soar and PC gamers search for DDR4 alternatives. Are these chips worth buying in 2026? Let's explore.

Intel Core i7-13700K

Intel's "Raptor Lake" 13th and 14th Gen desktop processors remain a solid option for DDR4 gaming PCs.

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"I hope NVIDIA's legal team lets this slide": I dive into OpenNOW, an open-source GeForce Now alternative that's trending in cloud gaming — for good reason

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
OpenNOW is quickly gaining popularity as a quality GeForce Now app alternative, all thanks to its open-source nature. It still has some limitations compared to the official software, but it's on the right path ... assuming NVIDIA's legal team doesn't get involved.

Xbox Ally with OpenNOW app displayed edited in Gemini

Xbox Ally with OpenNOW app displayed edited in Gemini

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"An error was made": We asked ASUS why Zenbook prices are suddenly soaring, and we have bad news

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Par : [email protected] (Sean Endicott)
Just hours after our 5-star review dropped, ASUS and Best Buy hiked the price of the Zenbook A16.

Studio photos of the 2026 ASUS Zenbook A16 laptop featuring the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor.

The ASUS Zenbook A16 earned a perfect score in our review, but it confusingly went up in price hours after launch.

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This incredible new Zenbook is a warning that Microsoft needs to stop obsessing over Copilot+ PCs for Surface: "I would probably leave with more questions than answers."

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Par : [email protected] (Sean Endicott)
The ASUS Zenbook A16 is a Copilot+ PC by definition, but its 5-star success proves no one cares. Major reviews are hailing its 18-core Snapdragon power, lightweight build, and MacBook-beating performance while completely ignoring Microsoft's "Copilot+ PC" label.

Studio photos of the 2026 ASUS Zenbook A16 laptop featuring the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor.

The ASUS Zenbook A16 is technically a Copilot+ PC, but you wouldn’t know it from reading reviews of the laptop.

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"The MacBook Air is no longer the best lightweight laptop": I compare the new ASUS Zenbook A16 to show how it dominates Apple's sleek notebook in key areas

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
We got our hands on the new ASUS Zenbook A16 for in-depth testing, and it's clear that the new Windows laptop is gunning for Apple's lightweight MacBook Air 15. Here's how the two devices compare in terms of design, features, displays, performance, efficiency, and pricing.

ASUS Zenbook A16 vs. MacBook Air 15 (M5)

I'm putting the new ASUS Zenbook A16 up against the MacBook Air 15 with M5.

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I tested ASUS' Zenbook A16 with Qualcomm's incredible Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme CPU, and I'm convinced: This is everything a flagship Windows laptop should be

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Par : [email protected] (Ben Wilson)
A combination of Qualcomm's phenomenal generational performance gains and refinements to ASUS' already stellar Zenbook design has crafted a practically perfect Windows laptop.

Studio photos of the 2026 ASUS Zenbook A16 laptop featuring the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor.

Studio photos of the 2026 ASUS Zenbook A16 laptop featuring the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor.

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A rare price drop hits the budget Xbox Ally, and it changes the value equation in a big way: A true Windows-based answer to the Steam Deck

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The Xbox Ally is currently one of the most affordable ways to play Xbox PC games on the go, with an above-average display and additional gameplay-enhancing features, all for 17% off.

AI-Generated image of the Xbox Ally visualized

The Xbox Ally is currently one of the most affordable ways to play Xbox PC games on the go.

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“This pricing changes the conversation”: HP’s first Snapdragon X2 Elite laptop arrives for hundreds less — and I’m wondering if Intel should be worried

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
HP's first laptop featuring the new Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite X2 SoC is now available to buy, and it should be the right choice for anyone who wants an ultra-thin, ultra-light PC with outstanding performance and efficiency.

Image of the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 (G2) at CES 2026.

HP's new OmniBook Ultra 14 (G2) with Snapdragon X2 Elite chip is now available to buy.

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One of HP's most powerful gaming laptops with a scarce RTX 5070, 165Hz display, and 16GB RAM — is suddenly way cheaper than it should be with $900 off

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The HP Omen MAX 16" configuration with an RTX 5070 graphics card, Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and more is now on sale at a whopping 32% discount.

Image of the HP OMEN MAX 16 (2025) gaming laptop.

The HP Omen MAX on display.

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You don’t need a $1,500 laptop — Dell’s 14 Plus proves the smarter buy is the simple one

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Par : [email protected] (Sean Endicott)
The Dell 14 Plus was already a top pick for value. Now, massive discounts bring this reliable laptop down to just $699.

A silver Dell 14 Plus laptop is open on a wooden desk. Nearby are a potted plant, wireless earbud case, smart speaker, and stacked books, creating a cozy workspace.

The Dell 14 Plus is a plain laptop, but it's great for getting work done.

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