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The Flexible Briefcase is the latest example of Samsung Display's large form-factor foldable display. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

MWC 2025 | The Samsung Flexible Briefcase is a foldable laptop disguised as a briefcase

The Flexible Briefcase is Samsung Display's latest concept to build on the fledgling foldable laptop form factor. Based around a huge 18.1-inch OLED display, the Foldable Briefcase also provides a respectable 184 PPI thanks to a QHD+ resolution.

Alex Alderson, 03 Mar 2025 17:35

Lenovo's Yoga 7 2-in-1 laptops will be powered by AMD Ryzen's AI processors (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo unveils Yoga 7 laptops with 2.8K OLED display and Ryzen AI processors

Lenovo's new Yoga 7 2-in-1 laptops combine powerful AMD Ryzen AI processors, vibrant 2.8K OLED displays, and the signature 360-degree hinge.

Nitisha Upadhye, 03 Mar 2025 17:19

Opera unveils its Browser Operator. (Image source: Opera)

MWC 2025 | Opera Browser Operator debuts with world-first AI agentics

Browsers that will be able to shop for and even buy things such as hotel rooms, event tickets or flights all by themselves are on the way, according to Opera. Its Browser Operator is a "native" AI agent that can complete tasks in response to natural-language requests. It is backed to uphold the user's privacy and control at all times.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Mar 2025 16:18

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 (pictured) comes with a 16-inch 3.2K display. (Image source: Lenovo - Edited)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 launches with Core Ultra HX-series CPUs and Wi-Fi 7

Lenovo's new ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 laptop features Intel Core Ultra HX processors and Nvidia RTX-series GPUs. A 16-inch 3.2K display, Wi-Fi 7, and enhanced cooling should make it ideal for professionals.

Anubhav Sharma, 03 Mar 2025 08:41

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura gets Arrow Lake-H and Blackwell upgrades. (Image Source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition announced featuring 3.2K PureSight Pro tandem OLED, Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, and Nvidia Blackwell GeForce RTX 5070

Lenovo has unveiled an upgraded 16-inch Yoga Pro 9i Aura at MWC 2025. The new Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition comes with a 3.2K PureSight Pro tandem OLED display, and its AI smarts are powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H Arrow Lake-H CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. Additionally, the laptop features a 5 MP webcam, 84 WHr battery, and Wi-Fi 7.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Mar 2025 03:47

Lenovo shows off solar-powered laptop at MWC 2025 (image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo Yoga Solar PC Proof of Concept and Yoga Solar PC kit shown off as sustainable alternatives to traditional laptop charging solutions

Lenovo's Yoga Solar PC Proof of Concept lets you use your laptop outdoors without a charger, thanks to an integrated solar panel that will keep your machine topped-up at all times. This is possible via a detachable kit that can also be charged when your laptop is not in use.

Anil Ganti, 03 Mar 2025 03:46

The IdeaPad Slim 3x is Lenovo's newest laptop with a Snapdragon X series chip (image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo unveils IdeaPad Slim 3x with Snapdragon X chip and 16:10 OLED screen

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x has been unveiled at MWC 2025. It features an unspecified Qualcomm Snapdragon X chip, up to 24 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, 1 TB SSD and a 60 Wh battery.

Anil Ganti, 03 Mar 2025 03:06

Affordable business laptops now with optional 120 Hz screen: Lenovo ThinkPad entry level models become even better (pictured: Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7, image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Affordable business laptops now with optional 120 Hz screen: Lenovo ThinkPad entry level models become even better

Up until now, the E series ThinkPads suffered from sub-par screens. With the new Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 and the ThinkPad E16 Gen 3, Lenovo invests into fixing this weakness. Plus, the battery capacity of the new office models is also increasing.

Benjamin Herzig, 03 Mar 2025 01:30

Lenovo Yoga Pro 7i Aura Edition features Intel Arrow Lake-H CPUs. (Image Source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 7i Aura Edition debuts with Intel Arrow Lake-H Core Ultra 9 285H and 3K PureSight Pro OLED

Lenovo is introducing the Yoga Pro 7i Aura Edition at MWC 2025. The Yoga Pro 7i Aura Edition is powered by the Intel Arrow Lake-H Core Ultra 9 285H CPU with integrated Arc graphics. The laptop features a 14.5-inch 3K PureSight Pro OLED panel and comes with a 5 MP webcam, USB4, and Wi-Fi 7.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Mar 2025 01:08

ThinkPad X now ultralight with AMD Ryzen AI: Weight reduced to below one kilogram on the new Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 (pictured: Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6, image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | ThinkPad X now ultralight with AMD Ryzen AI: Weight reduced to below one kilogram on the new Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6

For the start of the MWC, Lenovo releases a new generation of ThinkPad laptops out into the world. The compact Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 receives some of the biggest upgrades. The now smallest ThinkPad laptop weighs below one kilogram. As for the CPUs, AMD Ryzen AI 300 or Intel Arrow Lake are gonna be offered.

Benjamin Herzig, 03 Mar 2025 00:00

The 10th Gen Lenovo Yoga 2-in-1 14” convertible laptop weighs just 1.38 kg or 3.04 lbs (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo Yoga 2-in-1 (14” 10th Gen) launches with AMD Ryzen AI 300-series CPUs and 120 Hz OLED display

Lenovo has introduced a new 14-inch Yoga 2-in-1 at MWC 2025 in Barcelona. Lenovo's new convertible laptop is available with up to an AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, a 14-inch OLED display, the AMD Radeon 860M GPU, a 70 Whr battery, and up to 32 GB of RAM.

Abhinav Fating, 03 Mar 2025 00:00

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14” 10th Gen laptop will be available in a single Tidal Teal colorway (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Radeon 880M-powered Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 (14” 10th Gen) debuts with OLED display and sleek form factor

Lenovo has unveiled the 10th generation Yoga Pro 7 (14”) at MWC 2025, featuring a 14.5-inch OLED display, up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 processor, an AMD Radeon 880M GPU, a large 84 Whr battery, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. It will be available for purchase from April 2025.

Abhinav Fating, 03 Mar 2025 00:00

Jump to AMD Strix Point, Intel Lunar Lake and Arrow Lake: Lenovo updates upgradeable ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 and T16 Gen 4 office laptops (pictured: Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6, image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Jump to AMD Strix Point, Intel Lunar Lake and Arrow Lake: Lenovo updates upgradeable ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 and T16 Gen 4

The well known office ThinkPads have been updated to the newest CPUs - with the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 and the ThinkPad T16 Gen 4, Lenovo releases updates of its most popular business laptops. The center of the stage is taken by the many new CPU options.

Benjamin Herzig, 03 Mar 2025 00:00

The Lenovo ThinkBook Concept Flip with its fully extended foldable display. (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo unveils ThinkBook Codename Flip with a foldable OLED panel offering five work modes

Lenovo introduced several innovative products at MWC 2025, including the ThinkBook Codename Flip. This concept laptop features a foldable 18.1-inch OLED display, offering professionals flexible work modes and AI-powered productivity tools to enhance multitasking and collaboration.

Huzefa Baloch, 03 Mar 2025 00:00

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 14 Gen 10 now features an AMD Krackan Point APU. (Image Source: Lenovo)

MWC 2025 | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 14 Gen 10 hops on the AMD Krackan Point bandwagon with a better OLED panel this time

Lenovo is introducing an upgraded Yoga Slim 7 at MWC 2025. The Yoga Slim 7 Gen 10 gets upgraded to the AMD Krackan Point Ryzen AI 7 350 APU and now features a brighter and higher resolution OLED panel compared to its predecessor. Also onboard are the customary upgrades to USB4 and Wi-Fi 7 networking.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Mar 2025 00:00

AMD's next-gen laptop chips could be stuck with a last-gen GPU (image source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen AI 400 Medusa Point laptop chips rumoured to stick with an RDNA 3-based GPU

A new leak from Weibo says AMD has no plans to upgrade the GPU on its upcoming Medusa Point series of laptop chips. While their desktop counterparts (Medusa Ridge) will get an upgraded RDNA 5 iGPU, the Ryzen AI 400 SKUs have to make do with an RDNA 3-based solution.

Anil Ganti, 02 Mar 2025 15:08

An HP EliteBook's cooling solution. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

How to fix a noisy laptop fan

CheckMag Is your Windows laptop fan driving you crazy with its constant whirring or rattling? This guide walks you through simple steps that may help you fix your noisy cooling solution, from cleaning out dust to replacing worn-out parts.

Antony Muchiri, 02 Mar 2025 08:57

Monster Hunter Wilds peak Steam player count already ranks 6th all-time

Monster Hunter Wilds is exceeding expectations for Steam player counts. Even with a large console fanbase, the Capcom game has dethroned PC exclusives like Dota 2. However, complaints about optimization have led to less impressive Steam ratings.

Adam Corsetti, 28 Feb 2025 16:42

The HP Envy x360 14, here in the Atmospheric Blue colorway, features a 5-megapixel webcam with IR (Image source: Vaidyanathan Subramaniam / Notebookcheck)

Deal | HP Envy x360 14 convertible with 2.8K OLED and Core Ultra 7 155U slashed to just $800

HP's Envy x360 14 2-in-1 laptop features a high refresh rate 2.8K OLED screen, a 12-core Intel Core Ultra 7 155U processor, 16 GB of RAM, as well as a 1 TB SSD. A sleek aluminum chassis and Thunderbolt 4 complete the package, and it all comes in at just under $800.

Tudor Cibean, 28 Feb 2025 15:29

Premium features for sub-$1,000 (image Source: Acer)

Deal | Certified-refurbished Acer Predator Triton 14 with i7-13700H, RTX 4070 and Mini LED display drops under $1,000

This 2023 model packs premium features like the 14-inch Mini LED 2560 x 1600 125 - 250 Hz display with ~100% DCI-P3 color gamut, a Thunderbolt 4 port, micro SD card reader and fingerprint reader. Apart from the i7-13700H and the RTX 4070, it also comes equipped with 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD and 16 GB LPDDR5-6400 RAM.

Bogdan Solca, 28 Feb 2025 15:02

The Acer Swift Edge 16 incorporates a fingerprint reader into the keyboard. (Image source: Acer, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Acer Swift Edge 16 OLED laptop records hefty 53% discount on list price for limited time

The Acer Swift Edge 16 based on the Ryzen 7 7840U APU with 8 Zen 4 cores and a Radeon 780M iGPU can now be yours for under $800. The notebook is hardware-packed with a 16-inch OLED display around the front and 16 GB/1 TB RAM/SSD under the hood.

Fawad Murtaza, 28 Feb 2025 14:32

Acer's Swift X 16, shown here in the Iron colorway, comes with a 1,080p webcam (Image source: Acer)

Deal | Acer Swift X 16 with 120 Hz 3.2K OLED and RTX 4050 discounted to under $800

The Acer Swift X 16 ships with a 3,200 × 2,000 OLED panel, a Ryzen 9 7940HS CPU, 16 GB of RAM, a 1 TB SSD, and an RTX 4050 Laptop GPU. A couple of USB4 ports are also included, and it all comes in at only $799.99.

Tudor Cibean, 28 Feb 2025 00:03

FSR 4 support for Radeon RX 9070 GPUs includes Monster Hunter Wilds and Marvel Rivals

Like DLSS 4, AMD's FSR 4 uses AI to maximize framerates with minimal quality loss. Games must also be updated to use the new upscaling features. What popular titles might see a generational leap in performance?

Adam Corsetti, 27 Feb 2025 20:24

The Redmi Book Pro 14 2025 contains a larger battery than many equivalent 14-inch laptops. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Book Pro 14: Xiaomi releases new MacBook Pro 14 contender with Intel Arrow Lake processors

The Redmi Book Pro 14 2025 is Xiaomi's latest high-end 14-inch laptop. Available with Intel Arrow Lake processors, the new model also utilises an 80 Wh battery and a 120 Hz display, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 18:39

Xiaomi's new 16-inch laptop challenges rivals with a 165 Hz display and Intel Arrow Lake processors. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi Redmi Book Pro 16 released with massive 99 Wh battery and ultra-fast 3K display

Xiaomi has overhauled the Redmi Book 16 Pro, which it now sells as the Redmi Book Pro 16 2025. Not only does the 16-inch laptop now come with a choice of Intel Arrow Lake processors, but it also utilises a huge 99 Wh battery and a 165 Hz display running at 3.1K.

Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 16:50

The Surface Laptop 7 Intel series cuts a fine figure in early battery life tests. (Image source: Microsoft - edited)

New Microsoft Surface Laptop releases shown to match Qualcomm Snapdragon X laptops for battery life

One of the main selling points for Qualcomm Snapdragon X laptops is their excellent battery life. While that may be true, early tests of Microsoft's new Surface Laptop releases with Intel Lunar Lake processors have been shown to match or surpass their Qualcomm rivals in some cases.

Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2025 16:07

XMG NEO 16 2025 lineup targeted at gamers and content creators (Image Source: XMG)

XMG starts pre-selling NEO 16 2025 laptops with up to an RTX 5090 GPU and Intel Arrow Lake / AMD Ryzen 9000X3D APUs

Initially announced only with Intel Arrow Lake mobile processors, the NEO 16 2025 laptops are now launching with additional AMD Ryzen 9000/X3D APU options. The E25 (Intel) and A25 (AMD) variants are available for pre-sale with RTX 5090 / 5080 / 5070 Ti GPU options, up to 96 GB RAM, up to dual 8 TB SSD storage and up to a 16-inch Mini LED 300 Hz 2560 x 1600 display.

Bogdan Solca, 27 Feb 2025 15:00

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 features a 1080p webcam with an IR blaster for secure facial login. (Image source: Andreas Osthoff for Notebookcheck)

Deal | Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 enjoys huge 44% price drop for Snapdragon X Elite SKU with 1 TB of storage

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 with a 13.8-inch IPS touch display is one of the premier Snapdragon-based Windows laptops. However, the machine can get quite expensive if equipped with 1 TB of storage. Thankfully, the notebook is now on sale at a big discount.

Fawad Murtaza, 27 Feb 2025 12:44

Lenovo's MWC 2025 lineup just got a whole lot more exciting (image source: Evan Blass on X)

New leak shows off Lenovo's solar-powered laptop concept and multi-monitor arm

Lenovo's already stacked MWC 2025 lineup might get supplemented by two more intriguing products. The first one is a monitor arm that lets you seamlessly add extra displays, and the other concept envisions a laptop that charges itself with an integrated solar panel.

Anil Ganti, 27 Feb 2025 10:47

Valve's latest Deadlock update moves to a three-lane map

Deadlock Map Rework update: Valve switches up new MOBA hero shooter with fast-paced changes in patch

Valve's latest hero shooter, Deadlock, has just received a new major update with several updates to the core gameplay. The biggest change that most players will notice is the shift from a four-lane map system to the more traditional three-lane map meta. Valve also introduced a new mode to help players train their movement, and movement has become considerably faster, to boot.

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Feb 2025 02:41

The Gigabyte Aorus 17X is an attractive 17-inch gaming laptop with RTX 4090 and Core i9 (Image source: Sebastian Bade)

Deal | RTX 4090-powered Gigabyte Aorus 17X discounted by almost $1,000

The large 17-inch machine from Gigabyte also comes with the Intel Core i9-13980HX, 32GB of memory and a quick 240Hz QHD screen. Thanks to a 29% markdown, the RTX 4090 gaming laptop has now dropped to $2,410.

Enrico Frahn, 27 Feb 2025 01:32

The new MagicBook Pro 14 has a good-looking display (Image source: Honor)

Honor launches MagicBook Pro 14 laptop with color-accurate OLED display and Core Ultra 200

Honor has officially unveiled a new notebook. The MagicBook Pro 14 comes with a high-resolution display and is powered by one of two different Intel processors. The laptop further is offered in various configurations, although its eventual launch in North America and Europe is still up in the air.

Silvio Werner, 27 Feb 2025 01:11

Micron unveils its 1γ node DDR5 memory with 9200MT/s speeds and improved power efficiency. (Image source: Micron)

Micron's DDR5 modules hit 9200MT/s using EUV lithography

Micron becomes first to ship DDR5 modules built using EUV lithography on its new 1-gamma node. The breakthrough delivers 15 percent faster speeds up to 9200MT/s while cutting power consumption by 20 percent and increasing density by 30 percent.

Nathan Ali, 26 Feb 2025 16:03

Opera One's latest sidebar functions. (Image source: Opera)

Opera One integrates Bluesky, Discord and Slack into sidebar

Opera asserts that its latest browser innovation will appeal to professionals, gamers and social media users alike. It eliminates the need to switch between multiple taskbar icons throughout the day by conferring access to a select number of apps within its own window. The integration is touted to make Opera One more convenient, flexible and versatile.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Feb 2025 15:35

The Acer Swift 14 AI is pretty lightweight at only 1.26 kg (2.78 lbs). (Image source: Acer, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Acer Swift 14 AI Lunar Lake laptop with long battery life and 32 GB RAM is now $300 cheaper

The Acer Swift 14 AI laptop featuring an Intel Lunar Lake APU and 32 GB of RAM is currently enjoying a respectable 23% discount at Walmart. The laptop rocks a thin design that is both sturdy and light. Moreover, thanks to the efficiency of Intel Lunar Lake, the notebook lasts a long time.

Fawad Murtaza, 26 Feb 2025 12:52

The RTX 5090 will feature in laptops like the Razer Blade 16 and Razer Blade 18. (Image source: Nvidia - edited)

GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop becomes best mobile GPU on PassMark despite GPU Compute obstacle

The first Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU sample has landed on PassMark and delivered a healthy, but unfortunately compromised, benchmark result. The RTX 5090 Laptop managed to become the best-performing mobile GPU on the site, but it is currently stuck at RTX 4060 Laptop levels in the GPU Compute test, likely because of software support issues.

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Feb 2025 07:12

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 is currently on sale for 33% off. (Image source: Asus via Best Buy)

Deal | Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 with RTX 4070 discounted over $500

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 is a solid gaming laptop, boasting a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 CPU and an Nvidia RTX 4070. Currently, you can grab the laptop at a steep $520 discount at Best Buy.

Sam Medley, 26 Feb 2025 03:16

Framework 12 launches as repairable convertible laptop

Framework 12 announced as repairable 'entry-level' 2-in-1 laptop with rugged design

Framework today announced the latest in its repairable, upgradeable laptop line-up. The Framework 12 is a 12-inch convertible laptop with a touch screen and 360-degree hinge. Despite the convertible nature, the Framework 12 will feature a rugged design, with TPU overmoulding for shock absorption.

Julian van der Merwe, 25 Feb 2025 21:59

The Strix Scar (2025). (Image source: Asus)

Asus announces ROG Strix Scar 16 and 18 (2025) pricing and availability

Asus has opened pre-orders for the 16- and 18-inch variants of its 2025 ROG Strix Scar series, both of which have up to RTX 5090 graphics. The laptops feature advanced cooling for their Intel Core Ultra 9 silicon, which drives a mini LED versions of their 240Hz ROG Nebula display. The Strix Scar (2025) line starts at ~$2,700, but to say it doesn't stay there is an understatement.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Feb 2025 21:17

A new Framework Laptop 13 variant has been announced (image source: Framework)

Framework Laptop 13 upgraded with AMD Strix Point motherboard, Wi-Fi 7 and new keyboard

Framework has upgraded its iconic Framework Laptop 13 with AMD's newest Ryzen AI 300 chips. It also comes with a new keyboard, Honeywell PTM7958 thermal material and supports up to 96 GB of RAM.

Anil Ganti, 25 Feb 2025 20:11

An 8 TB version of the Samsung 9100 PRO will not be available until later this year. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung 9100 PRO now official with 8 TB variant following later this year

Samsung has now officially presented 9100 PRO series SSDs in 1 TB, 2 TB and 4 TB capacities. All sporting PCIe 5.0 speeds, the fastest 8 TB variant will not be available until at some point this year.

Alex Alderson, 25 Feb 2025 20:11

The ROG Strix G18 (2025). (Image source: Asus)

Asus ROG Strix G18 (2025) goes to pre-order with 240Hz display and RTX 5080 graphics

The 2025 version of the ROG Strix G18 laptop has descended on North America with RTX 5080 graphics, an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX platform and a 500-nit 240Hz 2.5K display. It is backed for productivity as well as gaming, yet has a decent amount of RGB that includes underlighting. The G18 (2025) features advanced reparability as well as cooling, thanks to a design that is amenable to a tear-down with simple tool-free entry.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Feb 2025 19:44

The MSI Vector GP69HX has a per-key RGB backlit keyboard. (Image source: MSI. Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Factory-refurbished MSI Vector GP68HX RTX 4080 gaming laptop with warranty is now less than $1,400

The MSI Vector GP68HX with an RTX 4080 laptop GPU and a Core i9-13950HX has become an enticing option for cash-strapped gamers in search of a performant QHD gaming laptop. The laptop, which is "Factory Reconditioned" with a 6-month warranty, is now on sale for less than $1,400. Update: The product appears to be sold out as of Feb 26, 3:00 GMT.

Fawad Murtaza, 25 Feb 2025 19:34

Iqunix MQ80 launches on Kickstarter with early bird discounts

Iqunix MQ80 low-profile mechanical keyboard gets massive early Kickstarter discounts: Full aluminium build, 350-hour battery life, and gasket mount design for $119

The Iqunix MQ80 is a hotly anticipated wireless, low-profile mechanical keyboard with a soft gasket-mount design and impressive battery life claims. The compact 80% keyboard has officially launched on Kickstarter with massive discounts for early backers.

Julian van der Merwe, 25 Feb 2025 19:09