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Intel may lose billions of dollars once set aside by the US CHIPS Act, unless it can get its act together
By Sean Endicott published
More bad news Intel is set to receive $8 billion in funding from the US Chips Act and an additional $11 billion in loans. But that funding may be in jeopardy due to the chipmaker's struggles.
Best laptops with number pads 2024
By Zac Bowden last updated
Updated Looking for a new Windows laptop with a number pad? You've come to the right place. Using our expert reviews, we've rounded up the best laptops with a number pad you can buy right now.
What you need to know about AI PCs and how to choose one
By WC Staff published
Sponsored AI PCs are a diverse group, and they can come in all shapes and sizes. The latest thin and light designs add an NVIDIA GPU that delivers AI performance.
This Snapdragon X Elite laptop is basically the same price as a PC with a Snapdragon X Plus
By Sean Endicott last updated
no need to wait A massive discount on the ASUS VivoBook S 15 makes the version with a Snapdragon X Elite cost only $45 more than the new entry-level model with a Snapdragon X Plus (8-core).
The only Copilot+ PC I've really considered buying has never been cheaper
By Cale Hunt published
AI PC Deal The Galaxy Book4 Edge with X Elite hits a new low price with this Best Buy deal.
Did you miss out on a new laptop before going back to school? This awesome AI PC is STILL only $500.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Back to school The Envy x360 16 with AMD Ryzen AI Boost NPU is a good deal any day, but $350 off makes it a steal.
These are the MUST-SEE announcements for Windows PCs, laptops, and gaming at IFA 2024
By Cale Hunt published
Our faves While there were many PC announcements in Berlin, Germany, this year, these are the only ones you need to know about.
Samsung hops on the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 train with Galaxy Book5 Pro 360
By Sean Endicott published
order up! Samung just unveiled its Galaxy Book5 Pro 360. The convertible laptop runs on an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor and has a 3K AMOLED 2X display.
Look! No hands! Lenovo's new concept laptop can tilt and twist all on its own, thanks to the power of AI.
By Sean Endicott published
Look! No hands! You can swap Lenovo's latest concept PC with your voice or have its screen track you with AI.
Lenovo somehow made the lightest laptop I've ever reviewed even lighter, more powerful, and longer lasting
By Zachary Boddy published
Aura Edition Lenovo has announced two AI-powered "Aura Edition" laptops during IFA 2024, including the lightest ThinkPad X1 Carbon ever, all powered by Intel Core Ultra (Series 2).
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