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One Windows “evolution” excites me about laptops in 2025

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chips have proven performance and battery life capabilities, but the software isn't quite there yet. In 2025, perhaps it could be.

Laptop · Dec 31, 2024

Microsoft stacks Copilot+ PCs powered by Intel and AMD chips against (last year's) MacBooks in updated benchmarks

Microsoft shared benchmarks and comparisons of Copilot+ PCs powered by Intel and AMD processors this week. Here's how they stack up against MacBooks and other systems.

Windows Central · Dec 31, 2024

It debuted this year, but Apple Intelligence has 2 giant advantages to triumph in 2025

Apple arrived midway through a heated AI arms race, but It had two huge advantages over its rivals. One is a "secret weapon," and the second is evident to iPhone users.

Laptop · Dec 31, 2024

Trust me, don't watch Apple TV+ for free this weekend

Apple's unusual move is an ingenious marketing strategy.

Creative Bloq · Dec 31, 2024

Chuwi Hi10 X1 tablet PC review

The Chuwi Hi10 X1 is a fully featured Windows tablet PC with a full version of Windows 11 Home pre-installed, alongside entry-level CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage. This combination makes it powerful enough to run standard Windows apps, Microsoft Office, handle web browsing, and manage a little bit of light…

TechRadar · Dec 31, 2024

I review laptops for a living — here's my honest thoughts on Windows Recall

Windows Recall should have been a game-changing feature for Copilot+ PCs, but a lack of security and privacy precautions from Microsoft has seen it fall from grace.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 31, 2024

3 critical tips and tricks for maximizing performance on your gaming laptop

Here are some tips and tricks to get the best performance from your new gaming laptop or handheld gaming PC.

Laptop · Dec 30, 2024

This is EVERYTHING Microsoft killed in 2024 — from handy apps to failed devices

Every year, Microsoft deprecates, removes, and kills various apps, services, and devices. Here's what hit the chopping block in 2024.

Windows Central · Dec 30, 2024

Qualcomm transformed the AI PC market in 2024 with Snapdragon X Elite. Can it do it again?

Qualcomm was the star of the AI PC show this year with its Snapdragon X Elite chip. Is it enough to stay ahead of Intel and AMD in 2025?

Laptop · Dec 30, 2024

Microsoft in 2024: year in review

Microsoft launched some truly excellent Surface devices, but Windows 11 24H2 ran into serious problems with bugs.

TechRadar · Dec 30, 2024