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Windows Central's Best of CES 2026 awards: Our favorite devices announced this year

These are the very best devices shown at CES 2026 this year, from laptops and desktops to innovative new hardware.

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Lenovo's engineers said they couldn't make ThinkPad X1 lighter, so they went all in on repairability

At CES 2026, Lenovo unveiled the latest ThinkPad X1 Carbon and ThinkPad X1 2-in-1, debuting Lenovo's new "Space Frame" design for maximum repairability.

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Dell Ultrasharp 52 review: a 52‑inch 6K, 120Hz productivity monster that redefines the single‑monitor workstation

A world‑first 6K ultrawide that replaces multi‑monitor setups with one seamless, glare‑free, eye‑friendly canvas.

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HP put a mini PC inside a keyboard, and I love it — a Windows-based approach to the Raspberry Pi 500 with self-repairable parts

HP just unveiled its EliteBoard G1a "Next Gen AI PC" at CES 2026, a Copilot+ PC cleverly disguised as a keyboard with upgradeable RAM and storage, and I'm obsessed.

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Dell’s great undoing: XPS returns in 2026 after a year of missteps — and the all-new XPS 14 and XPS 16 might be the company’s smartest move yet

After admitting it “underperformed” and “didn’t listen,” Dell reintroduces XPS with thinner hardware, smarter power management, and a broader portfolio.

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Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon X2 Plus could be the most important Windows chip of 2026, bringing Elite‑class power to affordable laptops

Qualcomm’s newest chip targets the mid‑range Windows segment with the same NPU found in the X2 Elite, offering a huge boost for Copilot+ PCs heading into 2026.

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HP didn’t just announce a laptop — it refreshed the entire OmniBook lineup with new designs, OLED options, and next‑gen chips

At CES 2026, HP announced a complete refresh of its OmniBook consumer laptops with all-new Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm options — but one stands apart.

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People are paying $650 over MSRP for the Lenovo Legion Go 2 because it’s nearly impossible to find — and honestly, I get it, it’s the best handheld gaming PC of 2025

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has officially become the handheld gaming device of 2025 — and the market proves it. It’s so hard to find right now that people are paying $650 over MSRP just to get one.

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We own the hardware, but not the experience anymore — Big Tech keeps building smarter, more connected devices, but the user experience feels more intrusive, more confusing, and less human

It seems like people aren't as devoted to their tech as much as they were a few years ago. But it's hard to love a device when it keeps changing and treating you like a consumer.

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Windows is 40 years old today — but its future has never been less certain

With Windows turning 40, we take a look at how it got here, the current state of the platform, and whether or not it will even be here in another 40 years.

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Qualcomm claims 90 percent of top Windows games will run on Snapdragon X2 laptops, raising hopes that gaming for Windows on Arm is finally ready for prime time

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite chips promise major gaming improvements on Windows, with better GPU performance, anti-cheat support, and improved app compatibility.

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You could get a Steam Deck — or you could put SteamOS on a more powerful handheld for the ultimate portable gaming machine

The Steam Deck's interface is amazing, but its hardware is relatively weak. You can have the best of both worlds by putting SteamOS on a Windows handheld.

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Oprah just endorsed a Windows laptop for the first time in more than a decade — Why we agree with the pick and where to buy it on sale

The annual list of "Oprah's Favorite Things" for 2025 includes something unlike the others — a laptop. It's the first time since 2012 that a laptop has been included in the list, and it's one that we've been raving about all year.

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HP OmniBook 5 14 (G1q) vs. ASUS Zenbook A14: Budget OLED laptops face off

The ASUS Zenbook A14 and the HP OmniBook 5 14 are two PCs we tested that do a lot of great things at an affordable price. This comparison aims to help you make the right decision at checkout.

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This heavily-discounted Surface Pro 11 is a fan favorite — which says a lot in a year where nothing else deserves the word favorite

Black Friday discounts are flying early, as Best Buy has secured a 22% discount for the critically-acclaimed Surface Pro 11 laptop (Snapdragon X Plus) to help consumers find a new, affordable PC for work and casual activities.

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Transform your Android phone into a Windows XP nostalgia machine with this free launcher

A free launcher for Android is bringing Windows XP back to life — complete with the Start menu, taskbar, and retro icons. It’s a nostalgic trip that shouldn’t work this well, yet somehow does, turning your phone into a pocket‑sized throwback to 2001. But what about the risk?

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Is Windows about to get interesting again?

Dan & Zac discuss Microsoft's new "Windows 2030 Vision" series, the first of which hints at a potential future "Agentic OS" from Microsoft. What might that look like?

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Windows 10 support has ended: Here's what you need to do going forward

Windows 10 support ended on Tuesday, October 14. That means Windows 10 PCs will no longer receive security updates automatically, and you must take action to ensure these devices remain secure when connected to the internet.

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Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme vs. Apple M4: Does Qualcomm's next-gen chip give the M4 series proper competition?

Qualcomm recently announced its next-gen flagship Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme SoC, and you might be wondering how it compares to the Apple M4 series. Here's what we know so far.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme: the new king of laptop processors dominates Apple, Intel, and AMD

Qualcomm has revealed benchmarks from its new, top-tier flagship PC processor dubbed the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme, announced at its annual Snapdragon Summit on September 24, 2025. Here's how it compares to Apple, AMD, and Intel's most popular laptop chips.

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Windows 10's End of Life is just 2 weeks away — here's what you need to know to keep your PC safe

Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, and PCs still running the decade old OS will be left without security updates unless they take action now. Here's everything you need to know and what to do to stay secure.

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Why Lenovo’s latest prototypes have us both impressed and puzzled

A rotating‑screen ThinkBook and a motorized laptop stand headline Lenovo’s IFA 2025 showcase.

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Lenovo Legion Go 2 specs unveiled: The handheld gaming device to watch this October

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 is a powerful handheld gaming PC with premium specs that outshine the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally.

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Surface Pro 12th Gen: Everything we know so far about Microsoft's next flagship Windows 11 tablet 2-in-1

Microsoft's next flagship Surface Pro is in development. Here's everything we think we know, and what we want to see from the 12th generation Surface Pro.

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Another Microsoft app is shutting down — but you won't miss the Mobile Plans app

Microsoft confirms the Mobile Plans app will shut down in 2026, replaced by easier eSIM setup and carrier websites on Windows 11.

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