Apple’s first affordable MacBook could arrive as soon as next year, and I’m excited

Apple is reportedly developing a budget-friendly MacBook to rival Chromebooks, expected in 2026, priced around $600–$900.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     November 4

Why I wouldn’t install Windows on a Chromebook

Windows can run on a Chromebook, but that doesn’t mean it should as performance and support trade-offs are too steep.

Computing     Kunal Khullar     October 30

MediaTek launches Kompanio 540 chipset with 35% longer battery life for chromebooks

MediaTek has unveiled its Kompanio 540 chipset for Chromebooks, delivering 35% longer battery life and silent, fanless performance.

Computing     Moinak Pal     October 29

Save $500 if you buy this Alienware gaming laptop with RTX 5070, 64GB of RAM today

The Alienware 16X Aurora gaming laptop with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card and 64GB of RAM is available from Dell with a $500 discount, but probably not for long.

Computing     Aaron Mamiit     October 29

Microsoft Surface Pro 11 with keyboard is $350 off – make it your Copilot+ laptop

The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 with Surface Pro Keyboard is available from Best Buy with a $350 discount. It's an excellent choice for a Copilot+ laptop, so hurry!

Computing     Aaron Mamiit     October 29

Apple is readying a long-overdue display upgrade for MacBook Air

Apple plans OLED screens for the MacBook Air by 2028, delivering richer colors, deeper contrast, and improved HDR, bringing the notebook closer to iPhone-level visuals.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     October 28

Intel Panther Lake: the latest news and rumors you need to know

Intel's Panther Lake mobile processors are coming this year. Here's what we know about them so far.

Computing     Jon Martindale     October 28

This Dell laptop with 32GB of RAM could be your best option at a $1,000 budget

This Dell 15 Laptop with 32GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD could be the best laptop that you can get for $1,000, while it's on sale from Best Buy at $430 off.

Computing     Aaron Mamiit     October 28

MacBook Pro M5 finally makes battery replacement easier, but not perfect yet

In its latest teardown the repair experts at iFixit found the MacBook Pro M5 finally lets you access battery pull-tabs without removing the trackpad — a subtle yet meaningful win for repairability. Apple still sells only a “top-case with battery and keyboard” kit, but this shift signals change. Just don’t ignore reports of thermal throttling under heavy loads.

Computing     Varun Mirchandani     October 25

Can you believe this solid Lenovo gaming laptop is on sale for only $200? No joke!

The Lenovo LOQ gaming laptop with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card and 12GB of RAM is on sale for a very affordable $207 from Best Buy in a clearance sale. Don't miss this bargain!

Computing     Aaron Mamiit     October 23

The Dell 16 Plus, a Copilot+ laptop that will boost your productivity, is $400 off

The Dell 16 Plus is a Copilot+ laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor and 16GB of RAM. Get it while it's $400 off from Dell!

Computing     Aaron Mamiit     October 21

Apple’s Liquid Glass gets a makeover with new toggle on iOS 26.1 beta 4

Apple’s new iOS 26.1 update adds a Liquid Glass toggle, letting users choose between a clear, transparent design or a bold, high-contrast look, improving customization and accessibility across devices.

Computing     Moinak Pal     October 21

If your laptop can’t upgrade to Windows 11, buy this Lenovo for only $129

If your current laptop can no longer support Windows 11, we highly recommend buying a new device for your security. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1i is an affordable option for just $129 from Walmart.

Computing     Aaron Mamiit     October 20

I can’t believe this $800 HP Laptop is only $279 on Amazon

Save 65% on the HP Touchscreen Laptop — now just $279.99 on Amazon. A sleek, fast, and reliable laptop for everyday use.

Computing     DT Staff     October 17

I’m liking Apple’s M5 update because it favors smaller fixes over flashy upgrades

The M5 is faster and ready for AI, but beyond the familiar looks of the hardware it drives, there are plenty of meaningful upgrades.

Computing     Nadeem Sarwar     October 17

Apple might soon ditch the MacBook’s notch, and I’m glad it never became a trend

According to Bloomberg, Apple will ditch the notch on its next MacBook Pro. I am glad that the idea never inspired a design trend in the laptop segment.

Computing     Nadeem Sarwar     October 16

OLED MacBook Pro leak predicts Apple taking an unthinkable turn

Apple is finally making a touch-screen MacBook Pro. According to Bloomberg, the company is developing a high-end MacBook Pro with a slimmer, lighter body, OLED display, and a hole-punch camera cutout and dropping the infamous notch. Slated for late 2026 or early 2027, the new lineup could mark Apple’s biggest laptop redesign since 2021, though it may come with a higher price tag.

Computing     Varun Mirchandani     October 16

MacBook Pro M5: a familiar form with a significant under-the-hood upgrade

Apple is claiming some major performance increases for the M5 chip, but the new MacBook Pro M5 isn’t exactly what I expected.

Computing     Rami Tabari     October 16

This Acer Nitro gaming laptop is perfect for work and play – on sale for $699

The Acer Nitro V 16 AI gaming laptop is not just for video games. With its specifications, it's also a great productivity tool -- get it while it's on sale at $200 off from Walmart.

Computing     Aaron Mamiit     October 16

The new M5 MacBook Pro offers a serious performance boost at no extra cost

Apple’s new 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip brings major performance gains, better battery life, and AI-focused enhancements.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     October 15

Buy the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop with RTX 5070, 32GB RAM while it’s $600 off

The Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card and 32GB of RAM is on sale from Best Buy at $600 off, but only for a limited time.

Computing     Aaron Mamiit     October 15

Apple confirms a new MacBook, and the M5 chip might be its biggest flex

Apple teases a powerful new MacBook launch, and it could very well be a new Pro with the M5 chip.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     October 15

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