ultraportable

If you want the largest possible screen without surrendering modern silicon and sensible ergonomics, the 17‑inch laptop remains the best compromise between a desktop‑style canvas and true portability — but in 2025 those machines are rarer, and the options that remain demand careful selection...

PCMag UK’s 2025 roundup of ultraportable laptops makes one thing plain: the class has matured from “light and cheap” into a broad ecosystem of purpose-built machines that trade ounces for meaningful features — from on-device AI and OLED panels to repairable modular designs — and the choices now...

The holiday season is fast approaching, and if you’re hunting for the right laptop to gift (or keep), this year’s market is richer and more complicated than ever—spanning ARM-powered ultraportables with extraordinary battery life, beefy gaming desktop‑replacements, repairable modular machines...

The first time I snapped the bottom cover onto a bare Framework Laptop 12 and watched the system spring to life with a freshly flashed Linux live USB, I felt something I hadn't expected from a mass-market laptop: the confident certainty that I could take this machine apart, rebuild it, and...

Acer’s new Swift Edge 14 AI lands as an ultralight Copilot+ laptop that pairs Intel’s Lunar Lake “Core Ultra” silicon with what Acer bills as the first-ever Corning Gorilla Glass Matte Pro treatment on a laptop, promising bright OLED visuals without the usual glare — a combination aimed squarely...

Acer’s Swift 16 AI lands as a striking rebuttal to the idea that large-screen ultraportables must be expensive: its 16-inch 3K OLED panel, Lunar Lake silicon, and long endurance make it one of the most compelling value propositions in the premium-thin Windows segment — but close inspection...

A previously unannounced Samsung Galaxy laptop has surfaced in the Geekbench database, generating considerable interest among tech watchers keen on deciphering the next major development in Samsung’s PC lineup. Listed under the model numbers ‘500THA/500SHA,’ this device draws attention not only...

The launch of the ASUS Vivobook 14 (X1407QA) in India marks a significant milestone not only for ASUS but also for the broader Windows-on-ARM movement. By integrating Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X X1 26 100 processor and state-of-the-art AI features, ASUS aims to reimagine what a thin-and-light laptop...

The Surface Pro 12-inch is a compelling new entry in Microsoft’s evolving 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC lineup, signaling the company’s continued drive to cement itself at the center of premium tablet-laptop convergence. For users who have long craved the versatile freedoms a slate-style PC affords –...

Few topics in personal computing spark as much debate and emotion as laptop battery life. It’s a metric that sits at the center of every mobile user’s experience, determining whether you can confidently work from anywhere, binge-watch a series during a cross-country flight, or hustle through a...

There’s a certain magic to working untethered—where the world becomes your office, and inspiration arrives on a sea breeze, a subway ride, or the hush of a mountaintop sunrise. It’s this freedom that draws digital nomads to the tools that can truly keep pace, and over the last decade, perhaps no...

As Microsoft draws the curtain on Windows 10 support by October 2025, a new era of Windows 11 computing is not just imminent—it’s necessary. For millions still using older systems, the transition may seem daunting, but this shift is laden with opportunity—notably for users keen to future-proof...

Microsoft's recent unveiling of the 12-inch Surface Pro marks a significant evolution in their Surface lineup, introducing a more compact and affordable option without compromising on performance. This new addition is particularly noteworthy for its integration of Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus...

The concept of what constitutes a “portable PC” is undergoing a dramatic transformation, thanks to cutting-edge engineering, advances in component miniaturization, and a willingness among some manufacturers to break from tradition. The latest evidence of this paradigm shift comes not from...

Microsoft’s unveiling of the new 12-inch Surface Pro represents a decisive step in redefining the boundaries of portability, affordability, and AI-integrated personal computing in Windows devices. This latest addition to the Surface Pro family, distinguished as the thinnest and lightest Copilot+...

Microsoft’s Surface line has long set the pace for Windows laptops and 2-in-1 devices, but its latest 2025 refresh marks a turning point that extends far beyond cosmetic tweaks. With the unveiling of the new 13-inch Surface Laptop and 12-inch Surface Pro, Microsoft shifts to what it calls...

Balancing portability and productivity has always been a challenge, but this new 8-inch 2-in-1 mini laptop might just redefine what it means to travel smart. Built to run Windows 11 out of the box—and even optimized for Linux enthusiasts—the device blends sleek form with functionality, making it...

The Asus ZenBook A14 is turning heads as a Windows 11 rival to the ever-popular MacBook Air. With its featherlight design, impressive battery stamina, and a suite of modern features, this laptop stakes its claim in a market long dominated by Apple’s flagship. Yet, as with any contender, there...

When new devices attempt to redefine what’s possible in the world of Windows tablets, a sense of skepticism, excitement, and curiosity all collide. The Surface NUC1 exemplifies this dynamic beautifully—a pocketable, chubby tablet aiming to offer genuine desktop potential in an ultra-portable...

Introduction As the landscape of personal computing evolves, so too does the choice available to those in the market for a Windows laptop. With 2024 approaching, the seasoned experts at CNET have meticulously evaluated a plethora of models, presenting a fresh lineup that speaks to a variety of...