Laptops and hybrids

News, reviews and guides on laptops and 2-in-1 computers.

HP Elite X2 1012 review: not just another Surface Pro clone

HP Elite X2 1012 review: not just another Surface Pro clone

This hybrid laptop hits the mark with business-friendly features.
Oct 12 2017, 6:41PM
Low-cost Windows 10 S laptops for business announced

Low-cost Windows 10 S laptops for business announced

New HP, Acer and Lenovo devices are designed to maximise security and minimise the cost of ownership.
Sep 29 2017, 10:54AM
Gigabyte Aero 15 review: a powerhouse laptop

Gigabyte Aero 15 review: a powerhouse laptop

Looking for a high-performance 15.6-inch laptop for under $3,000? This is well worth considering.
Sep 21 2017, 4:54PM
Panasonic launches first detachable Toughbook

Panasonic launches first detachable Toughbook

The new CF-33 has a detachable keyboard, making useful as a ruggedised laptop or tablet.
Sep 8 2017, 11:45AM
Best laptops and hybrids of 2017

Best laptops and hybrids of 2017

From budget convertibles to high-performance portables, we've selected the best laptops for a wide range of needs.
Aug 25 2017, 1:05PM
Dell XPS 15 review: the perfect Windows laptop?

Dell XPS 15 review: the perfect Windows laptop?

Dell's 15in flagship takes the fight to Apple with a superb and relatively affordable high-performance laptop.
Aug 20 2017, 8:36PM
HP Elitebook X360 review: a classy, business-grade hybrid

HP Elitebook X360 review: a classy, business-grade hybrid

Looking for a powerful convertible laptop with enterprise-grade security? HP's latest 2-in-1 should be on your shortlist.
Aug 11 2017, 2:47PM
Toshiba Portégé X20 review: a hybrid that means business

Toshiba Portégé X20 review: a hybrid that means business

The market in business-grade convertible laptops is hotting up, as Toshiba enters the fray with a powerful new 2-in-1.
Aug 11 2017, 1:39PM
XPS 13 2-in-1 review: Dell's convertible flagship

XPS 13 2-in-1 review: Dell's convertible flagship

Dell's popular laptop is now available as a hybrid, but as our review reveals, there are compromises.
Aug 8 2017, 7:01PM
MacBook Pro 13in review: even slimmer and more powerful

MacBook Pro 13in review: even slimmer and more powerful

Apple gives the 2017 version of its performance laptop a speed boost, but there is a trade-off.
Aug 8 2017, 7:58AM
iPad Pro vs Surface Pro: 2017 showdown

iPad Pro vs Surface Pro: 2017 showdown

Both devices aim to be laptop killers, but which one is worthy of the title?
Jul 6 2017, 1:26PM
15in MacBook Pro vs Dell XPS 15

15in MacBook Pro vs Dell XPS 15

Looking for a high-performance laptop? Our new comparison of the latest Apple and Dell flagships reveals which is best.
Jul 4 2017, 9:00AM
Microsoft Surface Pro (2017) review: now with all-day battery life

Microsoft Surface Pro (2017) review: now with all-day battery life

It may not be a huge upgrade over the Surface Pro 4, but our benchmark tests revealed one very pleasant surprise.
Jun 16 2017, 2:14PM
Microsoft Surface Laptop review: ultra-portable or ultra-pointless?

Microsoft Surface Laptop review: ultra-portable or ultra-pointless?

What's the deal with Windows 10 S? And how good is Microsoft's first traditional laptop? Our review will answer your questions.
Jun 16 2017, 12:49PM
First looks at Apple's new iMacs

First looks at Apple's new iMacs

We check out Apple's new desktop computers and give the lowdown on the latest MacBooks and next MacOS update.
Jun 6 2017, 3:36PM
New Surface Pro gets boost to speed and battery life

New Surface Pro gets boost to speed and battery life

Microsoft has added the latest Intel processors, longer battery life and improved accessories to its new hybrid laptop.
May 24 2017, 12:03PM
Microsoft unveils Surface Laptop and Windows 10S

Microsoft unveils Surface Laptop and Windows 10S

The stunning new Surface Laptop and locked-down version of Windows 10 may be suitable for business, as well as education.
May 3 2017, 6:54AM
Swift 7 review: Acer's new ultra-slim ultrabook

Swift 7 review: Acer's new ultra-slim ultrabook

The Acer Swift 7 is an incredibly thin laptop that you'll want to buy at first sight – just make sure you can live with its compromises.
Apr 7 2017, 10:21AM
Ten ways to speed up your laptop

Ten ways to speed up your laptop

Does your ageing laptop need a boost? We reveal the tweaks and upgrades that will give your Windows portable a new lease of life.
Mar 16 2017, 6:10AM
Yoga 720 hands-on: Lenovo's ultra-thin 2-in-1 laptop with 4K screen

Yoga 720 hands-on: Lenovo's ultra-thin 2-in-1 laptop with 4K screen

Lenovo's latest 13in and 15in hybrid laptops offer options for 4K displays, 1TB SSDs and dedicated graphics, but at what price?
Mar 2 2017, 10:36PM

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