Pocket-lint - Laptops

5 reasons I'm buying a Googlebook on day one

John Kanellakos — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:14:10 GMT

I’m incredibly excited for the launch of Google’s Googlebook initiative, which is set to bring the Android platform to the PC space in an official capacity sometime this fall. Googlebooks will be a unique proposition in that they’ll meld together Android’s mobile properties with the plumbing that makes Chromebooks viable in so many contexts.

I wish I liked this education-forward laptop more

Eli Becht — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:34:31 GMT

I've never been a big laptop guy, but I can't deny that it feels good to get work done on a couch sometimes. However, most of my casual browsing or scrolling is done on a tablet these days, so it takes a lot for a laptop to actually capture my attention. Coupled with increasing tech costs, it's hard for me to justify splurging for a laptop. Fortunately, Lenovo has been consistent in targeting laptops that come in under $1,000 and still pack a punch.

DisplayPort still beats HDMI in the one place it actually counts

John Kanellakos — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:57:57 GMT

When it comes to modern audiovisual (AV) technologies, nothing else has quite matched the ubiquity of the High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) port. Across television sets and creator-grade laptops like the MacBook Pro, HDMI is a mainstay for connecting peripherals like Blu-ray players and video game consoles, as well as for conveniently connecting to larger external displays.

This $800 mini PC handles anything you throw at it

Saeed Wazir — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:54:51 GMT

Mini PCs are always improving and now offer outstanding performance in a compact form. Geekom's mid-range A5 and A5 Pro offerings impressed me with their power and pricing, and I was excited to get hold of the top-of-the-range IT13 Max.

No one updates their Windows PC correctly - and I know an easy way to fix that

Roger Fingas — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:20 GMT

It goes without saying that keeping a Windows PC up-to-date is crucial. Windows is probably the most targeted platform for cyberattacks, for the simple reason that it's the most widespread. On top of that, though, Windows apps are some of the most advanced, and are frequently running on cutting-edge hardware. If you don't keep apps and drivers current, you may be missing out not just on bugfixes, but on added features and increased performance.

You're better off with a refurbished Mac than a MacBook Neo

Ian Carlos Campbell — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:01:21 GMT

Apple's MacBook Neo has been a smash hit for a reason. After years of selling comparatively expensive computers, Apple finally broke and sold a pretty good laptop for as little as $599. And it didn't even have to make too many compromises to make it happen. If anything, the company's attempts to differentiate the Neo have come with some real benefits, like bright, playful color options that the company doesn't offer on many of its other computers.

I finally found a cheap laptop that actually impressed me

Eli Becht — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:35:46 GMT

I want to preface this review by letting you know that I'm not typically a big fan of laptops. I use them here and there, but I get most of my work done on my desktop with a 3440x1440p ultrawide monitor. I love the real estate offered here, and nothing beats having a bunch of extra space so I can actually move my arm around while I move my mouse. With that said, I love the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5x Gen 11 laptop.

Asus hops on the Nvidia RTX Spark chip bandwagon with its ProArt P14 and P16

John Kanellakos — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:07:55 GMT

Computex 2026 has been a busy time for Asus, with the PC company unveiling a hearty selection of new products across its hardware portfolio. In addition to a wide variety of celebratory 20th anniversary ROG products, as well as new Strix, Zenbook, and Vivobook laptops, the company gave the public a sneak peek at a fancy new pair of notebook PCs at its show floor booth in Taipai, Taiwan: the ProArt P14 and the ProArt P16.

Asus just built its most powerful laptop PC ever

John Kanellakos — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:05:13 GMT

With the Computex 2026 trade show about to kick off in Taipei, Taiwan, Asus is starting things off in a big way by announcing its latest lineup of gaming-focused ROG laptop computers. The company has officially unveiled its flagship ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) to the public, as well as the ROG Strix G16 and the Strix G18.

The most common HDMI port mistakes you need to avoid on your TV

Roger Fingas — Mon, 25 May 2026 11:00:20 GMT

Cables can be confusing enough on a PC without bringing video into the picture, no pun intended. USB-C was supposed to help straighten things out, but on top of there being several different data rates, it can often be hard to tell if a port will charge at 5W, 100W, or 240W. On top of that, there are multiple varieties of Thunderbolt to consider, two of them riding on USB 4.