Apple today introduced the all-new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display, featuring breakthrough tandem OLED technology that delivers game-changing front-of-screen performance. Available in 14- and 16-inch models, MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display offers a visual experience unlike any other, transforming pro workflows with up to 2000 nits peak HDR and SDR brightness, an industry-leading 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio for exceptional detail, a 120 Hz variable refresh rate, and a wider color gamut covering both P3 and Adobe RGB for brilliant colors. The new MacBook Pro also introduces intuitive Touch capabilities on the Mac for the first time, opening up a whole new dimension for pros to interact with their content, from manipulating 3D models to playing musical instruments onscreen.

The Dynamic Island now comes to Mac, serving as the home for Spotlight, Live Activities, and Siri AI. And with up to 24 hours of battery life in thinner and much lighter 3- and 4-pound designs, MacBook Pro is more portable than ever, empowering pros to take their work wherever inspiration strikes. Featuring M5 Pro and M5 Max, Apple's most powerful chips ever built for a pro laptop, along with up to 128 GB of unified memory and now up to 16 TB of blazing-fast storage, the new MacBook Pro delivers speed and capability for the most demanding workflows. An enhanced six-speaker sound system now provides 50 percent deeper bass and remarkable sound clarity for even more immersive audio. And Thunderbolt 5 and a wide array of connectivity, a 12MP Center Stage camera, studio-quality mics, and the power of macOS 27 with Apple Intelligence and Siri AI complete the MacBook Pro experience. It is available to pre-order starting today, October 28, with availability beginning Friday, November 6.

Apple today announced the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6, delivering even more performance, powerful on-device AI capabilities, and faster connectivity for college students, business users, creators, and more. M6 features an advanced 12-core CPU with the world's fastest CPU core, so everything from productivity tasks to more demanding pro workflows feels incredibly fast and responsive. The 12-core GPU delivers up to 30 percent faster graphics and up to 25 percent faster AI workloads when compared to M5, making the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 a compelling value for users who need serious power.

For those upgrading from M1, the performance gains are even more significant, with up to 11x faster graphics and up to 13x faster AI performance. With additional Neural Accelerators in the GPU and a Dual 16-core Neural Engine, M6 turns MacBook Pro into an even more powerful platform for AI—from taking advantage of Siri AI and Apple Intelligence features across apps and macOS to running LLMs locally, all while preserving user privacy. In addition, the 14-inch MacBook Pro features Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, while superfast storage makes working with large files, exporting projects, and running demanding AI workflows fly. And with phenomenal battery life of up to 24 hours, it delivers the same remarkable performance whether plugged in or on battery, so users can work, create, and pursue their passions from anywhere.

Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions and a manufacturer with advanced in-house capabilities, today announced the launch of its next generation B360X and B360X Pro fully rugged notebooks.

Both new devices build on the proven heritage of Getac's popular B360 series, offering upgraded AI-powered processing, a larger 14-inch screen size, enhanced security, and comprehensive connectivity options, all in a compact and portable form factor. This makes them ideally suited to frontline professionals in industries such as public safety, utilities, manufacturing and defense, who need powerful yet versatile devices to accomplish complex tasks in a diverse range of field environments.

Given ASUS's recent history with warranty repairs, it's likely unsurprising to some to learn that the company has been embroiled in yet another RMA drama. This time, a Reddit user who goes by u/Thriceinabluemoon posted in r/ASUS about their experience sending a 2023 ASUS Zerphyrus G14 in for repair under an extended warranty and receiving the laptop back without its 16 GB SODIMM RAM stick. While this in itself would be a frustration, ASUS customer support in the Netherlands, where the laptop and extended warranty were purchased and serviced, "won't even recognize that the additional RAM came with the product," never mind correcting the issue.

The redditor explains in the comment thread on the original post that the laptop was purchased with 32 GB of RAM—16 GB soldered and 16 GB installed in a SODIMM slot—and it's that same SODIMM stick it was purchased with that has gone missing during the repair process. They have since contacted ASUS, providing the receipt as evidence that the laptop was purchased with 32 GB of RAM pre-installed and have yet to hear back from support with a resolution.

ASUS today announced the ExpertBook A7 (14" AMD) laptop, designed to set the new measure for the modern workday through refined aesthetics, effortless agility, and everyday assurance. Its seamless all-metal construction, clean lines, beautiful finish, and precision details create a sophisticated look that feels polished from every angle. With a compact design measuring just 1 cm thin and starting at 1.2 kg, ExpertBook A7 moves effortlessly from one workspace to the next, while smooth performance, advanced security, and dependable durability help professionals stay productive wherever work takes them.

Designed for professionals whose work moves with them, ExpertBook A7 brings together style and mobility without compromising the essentials of everyday productivity. From its precision-milled aluminium alloy construction and immersive 3K OLED display to its intuitive haptic touchpad, responsive performance, and layered protection, every element is carefully considered creating an experience that feels refined, effortless, and dependable throughout the day.

Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) announces two new rugged laptops, Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme and Dell Pro Rugged 14, purpose-built for field workers who need technology that performs in the harshest conditions. From utility technicians troubleshooting infrastructure in extreme weather to public safety officers coordinating response efforts in the field, both devices are designed to keep workers productive when conditions are most demanding.

Why It Matters
Managing a fleet of devices across distributed field operations demands technology that won't let workers down. Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme and Dell Pro Rugged 14 give IT teams a standardized, manageable platform that combines field-grade durability, AI-ready performance and advanced connectivity for large-scale field deployments.

Today, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) announced the new HP OmniBook 5, a premium consumer Windows laptop designed for people who want more from their everyday device: more screen, more battery life, more connectivity and more freedom to create, connect and be entertained without compromise.

Samuel Chang, Senior Vice President and Division President, Consumer Personal Systems at HP Inc."Today's consumers expect technology that fits naturally into their lives - beautifully designed, easy to use, and powerful enough to support everything from collaboration and content creation to entertainment and everyday productivity. The new HP OmniBook 5 delivers exactly that, bringing together premium design and immersive experiences with a colorful OLED display in an incredibly portable package for work, study, and entertainment."

Durabook, the global rugged mobile solutions brand owned by Twinhead International Corporation, announced today the Z14I-DX3 Rugged Mobile Laptop with three full HD displays integrated in a workstation-class, edge AI computing platform. The Z14I-DX3's three 14-inch full HD displays keep maps, video, and operational data visible at the same time, providing a clear, comprehensive view of situational awareness and enabling better informed decision-making for professionals

The Z14I-DX3 workstation-class, edge AI computing platform is powered by Intel Core Ultra CPUs with an integrated Intel AI Boost NPU. A significant option for the Z14I-DX3 is a dedicated NVIDIA graphics card delivering up to 682 TOPS that enables high-end visualization performance such as real-time image recognition, sensor data fusion, and edge computing. Equipped with modern computing performance and formidable acceleration for demanding AI workloads and next-generation AI applications at the edge, the Z14I-DX3 functions as a mission command center.

ASUS today announced ASUS Googlebook 14 (CX9406CAA), a 14-inch ultraportable laptop that's the first ever ASUS laptop designed for Gemini Intelligence. Built for users who want a more connected experience with their Android phone, ASUS Googlebook 14 combines effortless portability, strong performance, and a premium-crafted design that keeps productivity moving seamlessly throughout the day.

ASUS Googlebook 14 comes with 12 months of Google AI Pro. Users can get expanded access to powerful features in Gemini, Flow, and Gemini Notebook as well as Gemini directly in the Google apps they know and use. Plus, they get 5 TB of cloud storage to keep photos and files backed up.

Today, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) announced the HP Googlebook 14, a premium laptop designed to bring the best of HP craftsmanship and the performance and efficiency of the Snapdragon X Elite processor to the new Googlebook experience. Built for people who move fluidly between their phones, laptops, work, creativity and life, the HP Googlebook 14 combines Google Gemini, seamless Android phone synchronization and the premium performance and mobility needed to keep up with demanding days.

Designed to work seamlessly with supported Android devices, the HP Googlebook 14 helps bring phone and laptop together in a more connected experience. With features like Quick Access and Cast my Apps, users can move tasks from phone to laptop, access phone files directly from their laptop's file browser, open supported phone apps without additional installs, and move naturally between devices throughout the day.

Acer today debuted the Acer Googlebook 14, designed for Gemini Intelligence and the first from the company in a brand-new category of flagship laptops bringing together premium materials, powerful performance, intelligence features, and seamless syncing with Android phones.

Designed for the new Googlebook OS, the device works seamlessly with Android-based workflows and supports touch, keyboard, stylus, voice, and traditional laptop interaction methods within a unified user experience and help from Gemini at every step. The Acer Googlebook 14 is the industry's first convertible Googlebook and provides users with groundbreaking new features designed to boost productivity and creativity by enabling context-aware actions for personalized, proactive help and a more intuitive, streamlined workflow.

Google's collective effort to introduce a new generation of Gemini-powered laptops, called "Googlebook," has officially launched today. Now available on the Google storefront, Googlebooks are being produced by some of the biggest laptop OEMs, including ASUS, Acer, Dell, HP, and Lenovo. Starting with ASUS, the company has prepared a 14-inch Googlebook 14, powered by the Intel "Panther Lake" Core Ultra Series 3, with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. Acer offers a similarly named Googlebook 14 with comparable specifications, while Lenovo uses the same base but delivers a 15-inch screen. Dell and HP provide Googlebooks in a 14-inch body, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite processors, with 16 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage. Pricing ranges from $899 to $1,299, depending on the manufacturer and specifications.

Generally, Googlebooks follow a consistent philosophy across all models, featuring premium materials like aluminium, magnesium, and carbon fiber instead of traditional plastic. The screens on these models are also higher resolution. A key feature of these laptops is the integration of Android applications and Glowbar, along with Gemini intelligence throughout the operating system experience. Powered by Googlebook OS, the operating system is essentially a desktop version of Android that runs Android applications through the Google Play Store. The OS can run a Linux terminal, and since Android is a heavily modified version of Linux, Linux applications are also supported.

We're on the ground at IFA in Berlin this week, and one of the more interesting machines we walked past on the show floor was the Acer Swift Blade 14. It's a new sub-brand under Acer's Swift lineup, and the first thing you notice picking it up is just how little of it there is to hold. Acer built the Swift Blade 14 to weigh just 799 grams (1.76 pounds), making it one of the lightest 14-inch Windows laptops we've come across. The chassis pairs carbon fiber on the top and bottom covers with a magnesium-aluminum alloy keyboard deck, keeping the weight down without the machine feeling flimsy in hand. It measures 12.9mm thin on the base configuration and 13.5mm on OLED models. That's not quite as thin as a 13-inch MacBook Air, but it is significantly lighter.

Inside, the laptop runs on Intel's Wildcat Lake platform, scaling up to a Core 7 350 CPU alongside 12GB of onboard LPDDR5-6400 memory and up to 1TB of PCIe Gen 4 NVMe storage. The display comes in three tiers, topping out at a 3K OLED WQXGA+ panel running at 90Hz with 400 nits and full DCI-P3 coverage, packed into a 90% screen-to-body ratio with 4.3mm bezels. A 50Wh battery, three USB Type-C ports, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.3 round out the spec sheet. Of course, thermal performance will be a concern in a chassis this thin, so we'll have to wait for independent testing to comment on that. Acer confirmed the Swift Blade 14 launches across EMEA in December, though pricing hasn't been announced yet.

Samsung Electronics today announced a new 14-inch Galaxy Book6, expanding the Galaxy Book6 lineup with a more accessible model designed for everyday computing. Starting at $799, Galaxy Book6 combines up to 25 hours of battery life, Intel Core 3 and Core 5 performance, Galaxy AI-enabled features, and the design language of the Galaxy Book6 family.

"With the new Galaxy Book6, we wanted to make the Galaxy Book experience available for more people," said Mincheol Lee, EVP, Head of Galaxy Ecosystems Business Team at Samsung Electronics. "At a more accessible price, it brings together the everyday essentials users value, including dependable performance, long-lasting battery life, connected Galaxy experiences, and Galaxy Book6's design DNA, giving users confidence that lasts beyond the purchase."

ASUS today announced the new ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2, a configurable laptop designed for business, available in 14-inch (B3406CMA) and 16-inch (B3606CMA) models and featuring a durable, lightweight design starting from just 1.45 kg that offers a 180° lay-flat hinge, AI capabilities. enterprise-grade security, and seamless collaboration.

Powered by up to the latest Intel Core 7 Series 3 processors with integrated GPU and NPU acceleration, ASUS ExpertBook B3 G2's advanced AI features—including Microsoft Copilot, and AI noise-canceling technology—enhance business productivity. The lightweight, easy-maintenance design offers extensive I/O options and support for high-speed WiFi 6E connectivity. Security is strengthened by ASUS ExpertGuardian, delivering NIST SP 800-193 compliance, dual ROM recovery, and TPM 2.0 protection for robust data resilience.

System76 has updated its Lemur Pro laptop series with 14-inch and 16-inch new variants both built around the Intel Panther Lake platform. The 14-inch model measures 31.2 x 22.3 x 1.7 cm, features a 1920 x 1200 FHD+ panel and weighs just 0.998 kg. The 16-inch model uses a 2560 x 1600 QHD+ display, weighs 1.34 kg and measures 35.8 x 25.3 x 1.96 cm. Both laptops use 16:10 matte panels with 100% sRGB coverage. For power and charging the laptops use a 65 W USB-C external charger. System76 says that the 73 Wh battery can provide up to 18 hours of battery life, a step ahead of the previous Lemur Pro generation. For CPUs, users can choose from the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H 16-core (4P+8E+4LPE), 4.8 GHz, 50 TOPS chip with Intel Arc B390 integrated graphics or the Core Ultra 5 325, an 8-core (4P+4LPE), 4.5 GHz, 47 TOPS processor and standard Intel Graphics.

Both Lemur Pro laptops are equipped with 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory at 7467 MT/s and an M.2 PCIe Gen 4 x4 slot supporting up to 4 TB. Connectivity features include Thunderbolt 4 with power delivery, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (one Type-C, one Type-A), a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, microSD, HDMI, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. Users can also choose from Linux-based OS such as Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS with the COSMIC desktop, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and Ubuntu 26.04 LTS. Pricing starts at $1,999, and it is worth noting that the previous-generation System76 Lemur Pro 14-inch could be configured with up to 56 GB of DDR5 RAM and 8 TB of NVMe storage for $1,699. However, the previous series featured a 14th Gen Intel Core Ultra processor and up to "just" 14 hours of battery life.

ASUS and MEWC today announced the Landmark Battle, a special Excel Esports event that combines high-pressure spreadsheet competition with challenges inspired by notable global landmarks. The livestream will take place July 10, 5PM (London Time) on the Excel Esports YouTube channel. The event showcases how ASUS ExpertBook Ultra laptops and ASUS ZenScreen OLED portable monitors enable flexible, high-performance workflows in demanding real-world environments—empowering professionals to stay productive anytime, anywhere.

What was once considered a routine workplace skill has rapidly evolved into a global competitive phenomenon: Excel Esports has turned spreadsheet problem-solving into entertainment for millions of audiences online.

NVIDIA today announced what is arguably its most important product of the year, one that—if done right—could help it break into the consumer PC processor market. NVIDIA envisions a change in the PC user interface paradigm. For over 40 years, the PC human interface contract involved you interacting with software through their toolbars, dialog boxes, and work areas, to get work done. NVIDIA sees AI agents fundamentally change the way consumers interact with PCs. Imagine you opened up Photoshop, and instead of manually running a complex workflow, simply prompted it your agent, and it did the rest. NVIDIA thinks the processor of the future should be able to not just run your applications, perform its core function as a general purpose CPU, but also run large AI models and agents entirely locally, while also fulfilling consumer-segment needs as an entertainment and gaming powerhouse. Enter, the NVIDIA RTX Spark.

Acer today announced four new TravelMate business laptops designed to bring the latest performance and AI capabilities to enterprises and small and medium businesses (SMBs). The flagship model is the premium TravelMate P6 14 AI, an ultra-lightweight Windows 11 Copilot+ PC powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors with Intel vPro. The new lineup also debuts Acer's first commercial laptops powered by the latest Intel Core Series 3 processors—TravelMate P2 Spin 14, TravelMate X2 15, and TravelMate X2 14—designed to deliver dependable performance, built-in security, broad compatibility, and accessible AI acceleration, helping reduce fleet downtime, simplify support, and maximize employee productivity.

Acer TravelMate P6 14 AI: Limitless Productivity in an Ultra-Lightweight Windows 11 Copilot+ PC
The ultralight-weight TravelMate P6 14 AI (TMP614-55-TCO, TMP614-55T-TCO, TMP614-55, TMP614-55T, TMP614-74-TCO, TMP614-74T-TCO, TMP614-74, TMP614-74T) is Acer's flagship commercial laptop for enterprises seeking the highest level of security and AI-powered performance in a portable, premium package. The device is a Windows 11 Copilot+ PC powered by the new Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors with Intel vPro, delivering up to 150 TOPS of platform AI power for supercharging a variety of workflows.

Acer today introduced two new Swift laptops—the Acer Swift Air 14 and the Acer Swift Spin 14 AI. Both Windows 11 PCs with dedicated NPUs, the thin-and-light devices feature the latest technology and powerful on-device capabilities to run AI workloads and offer exclusive AI experiences.

James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, Acer Inc., remarked: "In addition to a new high-powered convertible laptop, we are delighted to be launching the thin-and-light Acer Swift Air 14 powered by the latest Intel Core Series 3 processors. With robust performance housed in a sophisticated design, this new laptop caters to the value the market needs, delivering advanced capabilities and AI features in an accessible laptop that is as refined as it is powerful. The Swift Air 14 represents Acer's commitment to making cutting-edge technology more broadly available, wrapped in the elegant chassis the Swift family is known for."

Acer today introduced the Swift Spin 14 AI and the Aspire Go 15, broadening the company's laptop portfolio with a greater range of devices powered by Snapdragon. A premium ultraportable AI laptop, Swift Spin 14 AI features a Snapdragon X2 Elite or Snapdragon X2 Plus processor.

"Snapdragon X2 Series processors deliver leading performance combined with a highly portable, convertible design, coalescing to result in more than the sum of their parts in Acer Swift Spin 14 AI," said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, Acer Inc. "With these synergies, this laptop powered by Snapdragon is the ultimate engine for high-output achievers who demand uncompromising speed, AI integrated processing, and multi-day battery life."

Dell has silently expanded its mainstream laptop portfolio with the new Dell 14S and 16S mid-range, productivity-focused notebooks positioned below the XPS lineup. The new models combine slim aluminium chassis designs with Intel's latest Core Ultra Series 3 processors and Copilot+ AI functionality. The Dell 14S is available in configurations equipped with up to a Core Ultra 9 386H, 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory, and a 14-inch FHD+ OLED touchscreen. The system measures 313.7 x 224 x 15.4 mm and weighs between 1.49 kg and 1.54 kg depending on configuration. Worth noting that Dell also offers the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H configuration, which upgrades several key specifications, including switching from standard Intel Graphics to Intel Arc graphics, doubling memory to 32 GB LPDDR5X, and increasing storage capacity to a 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD. The higher-end configuration also changes the chassis color from Frost Blue to Celestial Blue and replaces the non-touch OLED display with a touch-enabled FHD+ OLED panel. However, this also raises the price to $2,169. Meanwhile, the larger Dell 16S starts with similar hardware but expands to a 16-inch chassis and optional 2.8K OLED touch display variants. The 16S laptops measure 356.8 x 251.4 x 15.4 mm, with the weight ranging from 1.79 kg to 1.86 kg.

Connectivity is largely identical across both models, including dual Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1 and Power Delivery support, HDMI 2.1, dual USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, and a 70 Wh battery paired with a 65 W USB-C charger. Dell also equips both laptops with 2 MP RGB-IR cameras, dual-array microphones, stereo speakers using Cirrus Logic SmartAmps, and integrated Copilot+ AI capabilities via the Intel onboard NPU hardware. As we mentioned, both systems can be configured with processors up to the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, paired with up to 32 GB LPDDR5X memory and OLED display options. Base configurations start at $1,319 and include an Intel Core Ultra 5 322 six-core processor, 16 GB RAM, a 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD, and FHD+ touch displays.

Lenovo today announced the latest additions to its 2026 ThinkPad portfolio, completing the rollout of its next-generation business devices with new ThinkPad X13 Gen 7 and ThinkPad L Series models. Designed to meet the evolving needs of enterprise customers, the expanded portfolio brings AI-enabled performance, enhanced mobility, and flexible deployment options to organizations of all sizes.

Building on its 2026 portfolio momentum, Lenovo continues to advance its vision of Smarter AI for All through a portfolio of devices designed to support more intelligent and efficient ways of working. Across the latest ThinkPad systems, users benefit from advanced performance alongside the reliability, security, and manageability required in enterprise environments.

ASUS today announced the latest version of the ASUS Chromebook CM14 (CM1406), a powerful yet budget-friendly 14-inch laptop featuring a stylish and premium design. This laptop is built for everyday productivity, with support for up to 8 GB of LPDDR5x-6400 MT/s RAM and 128 GB of eMMC storage. The FHD display with a wide viewing angle and 86% screen-to-body ratio enhances the viewing experience There's also full connectivity via an HDMI port and two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C full-function ports.

The series features an exciting range of three colors—Platinum Silver, Forest Blue, and Blue Aura. The keyboard matches the chassis for a cohesive look, while the polished diamond-cut finish gives the device an elegant and premium appearance. Effortless power is delivered by the MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor—using an efficient Arm-based architecture—and easy portability is assured with a starting weight of just 1.32 kg. A 180° lay-flat hinge allows the expansive FHD display to be easily shared, and HDMI support—a rare feature for this price point—enables enhanced learning, entertainment, and work experiences. Up to 23 hours of battery life ensures maximum on-the-go convenience.

LG Electronics USA today announced U.S. availability for its 2026 LG gram laptop lineup. All four new series of laptops—LG gram Pro, LG gram Pro 2-in-1, LG gram and LG gram Book—are now available at LG.com and LG-authorized retailers. To celebrate the 2026 lineup launch, LG is offering a 1-year Premium Care service plan on select LG gram laptops for only $1 until May 10, 2026.

Powered by next-generation Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen AI processors, the 2026 gram lineup combines ultra-light portability, military-grade durability and Dual AI capabilities for professionals, creators, students and everyday users.