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Microsoft slays 'glue-filled' monster,' makes Surface Laptop 7 and Surface Pro 11 easier to repair
By Sean Endicott published
Can we fix it?! Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 usher in the first wave of Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X processors. They also set a high bar for repairability, according to iFixit.
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Tech-loving Brits shouldn't wait for Prime Day — this is the ONLY thing worth buying now that makes summer working bearable
By Ben Wilson published
Heatwave proof A portable air conditioner can be the difference between an unbearable UK heatwave and a relaxing day working from home. Those in the US can benefit, too; there's no gatekeeping with staying cool.
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Best Windows on ARM laptops 2024
By Zac Bowden, Rebecca Spear last updated
ARM Looking for a new Windows laptop with an ARM processor? We've got you covered with our in-depth roundup of the best on the market!
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Best CPU coolers for AMD Ryzen 7 5800X in 2024: Air-powered recommendations and AIO alternatives
By Ben Wilson, Cale Hunt last updated
5800X The best CPU cooler for AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X will keep the 8-core processor cool without blaring its fans. Here are my top picks for your next AM4 build.
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Lenovo Slim 7i 14 (Gen 9) review: The best travel companion for my recent trip around the globe (and it's under $1,000)
By Ben Wilson published
Review Updating its 14-inch Slim 7i laptop for a 9th Gen, Lenovo offers a fantastic all-rounder with all-day battery life and a gorgeous OLED screen for a fair price.
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Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 recovery images are here to help your broken PC
By Sean Endicott published
Recover Microsoft just started shipping its Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7. Now, the company has made recovery images available for the PCs in case your system won't start.
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Plan on buying a Copilot+ PC? You need to check out this deal at Best Buy first.
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Best Buy is one of the best places to shop for a new Copilot+ PC, and it's now offering a $150 gift card with the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge.
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Best CPU cooler for AMD Ryzen 9 7950X in 2024
By Ben Wilson, Cale Hunt last updated
Keep it cool The Ryzen 9 7950X offers incredible gaming performance offset by high power draw causing raised temperatures, so we've found the best CPU cooler to match.
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HP EliteBook Ultra G1q hands-on review: An impressive first offering for enterprise
By Zachary Boddy published
Not yet ratedHands-on HP has jumped on the Snapdragon X series and Copilot+ bandwagon with the EliteBook Ultra G1q, an impressively slim and fast laptop. Here are my first impressions.
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