Laptops
Best laptops for programming and coding in 2023![A female programmer working in front of a big monitor displaying code](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Best laptops for programming and coding in 2023
There are so many factors to consider when choosing the best laptop for programming – here are our top picks
29 Mar 2023
Best business laptops 2023![A photograph of the Dell XPS 15 overlaid with the IT Pro recommended award](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Best business laptops 2023
Looking for a business machine that won’t let you down? Here’s our pick of the best laptops in 2023
23 Mar 2023
Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED (2023) review: Incredible speed and one of the best OLED displays around![Th Gigabyte Aero laptop on the IT Pro background](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED (2023) review: Incredible speed and one of the best OLED displays around
Market-leading speed and a sensational OLED display - but the battery inside this robust, sleek notebook inevitably disappoints
10 Mar 2023
How to use Chromecast without Wi-Fi![A Google Chromecast device hanging from a USB port on a TV](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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How to use Chromecast without Wi-Fi
Google’s streaming stick is a great travelling companion, but how can you use Chromecast without Wi-Fi?
9 Mar 2023
E-ink is on-trend and I'm all for it![A patchwork of bright and vibrant colours](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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E-ink is on-trend and I'm all for it
Colour-changing cars and VR books aside, the E-Ink renaissance is sure to leave a lasting impression on the enterprise
2 Mar 2023
Lenovo to launch 24/7 business support service, new ThinkPads![Red Lenovo logo sign with a white backlight, attached to a black backboard](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Lenovo to launch 24/7 business support service, new ThinkPads
Lenovo Premier Support Plus aims to provide maintenance services at rapid speed, while device launches cater to the hybrid work crowd
28 Feb 2023
MWC 2023: Who is Lenovo's rollable display for exactly?![The Lenovo rollable Thinkpad laptop with an award next to it at MWC 2023](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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MWC 2023: Who is Lenovo's rollable display for exactly?
Lenovo turned heads at MWC with a shiny proof of concept, but all it did was steal away the limelight from some great business launches
27 Feb 2023
Acer Chromebook Vero 514 review: A fast, robust and eco-friendly notebook with a poor screen![The Acer Chromebook Vero](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Acer Chromebook Vero 514 review: A fast, robust and eco-friendly notebook with a poor screen
Solid design and ergonomics alongside a keen price and good eco credentials, but it's not ideal if you want a great screen or a slim, light rig
20 Feb 2023
MSI Stealth 15M review: A potent but somewhat flawed ultrabook![The MSI Stealth 15](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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MSI Stealth 15M review: A potent but somewhat flawed ultrabook
Great in parts, frustrating in others but this MSI is still a worthwhile choice if the price is right
16 Feb 2023
Best laptops for working from home and digital nomads in 2023![Abstract image of a laptop on a blue background](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Best laptops for working from home and digital nomads in 2023
Whether you’re travelling or staying at home, make sure you’re prepared with the one of these devices
15 Feb 2023
HP Envy 34 review: An incredible display undermined by underwhelming components![The HP Envy 34](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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HP Envy 34 review: An incredible display undermined by underwhelming components
The Envy's widescreen display makes light work of most creative tasks, and HP's chassis is packed with ports and features - but you'll find loads of f…
13 Feb 2023
MSI Z17 Creator review: A big-screen creative powerhouse![The MSI Z17 Creator flattened out](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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MSI Z17 Creator review: A big-screen creative powerhouse
A superior QHD touch display and a potent CPU/GPU combination make for a top-notch workstation
30 Jan 2023
Asus Zenbook 17 Fold review: Is there a place in the office for a foldable PC?![The Asus Zenbook 17 Fold on a workspace](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Asus Zenbook 17 Fold review: Is there a place in the office for a foldable PC?
A 17in display, a rattly keyboard, and a jaw-dropping price with very little business value
20 Jan 2023
New M2 MacBook Pro series boasts longest-ever battery life![Apple MacBook Pro M2 Pro and M2 Max](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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New M2 MacBook Pro series boasts longest-ever battery life
Apple’s new MacBook Pro offers power-efficient performance that “pushes workflows to the extreme”
17 Jan 2023
Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i review: a stunning OLED display inside one of the market's best-looking laptops![The Lenovo Yoga Slim i9](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i review: a stunning OLED display inside one of the market's best-looking laptops
Good looks, an incredible OLED display and decent in many departments, but the 9i is not blessed with great connectivity - and it's not always afforda…
16 Jan 2023
Asus ExpertBook B5 16in review: A superlight 16in with a stunning WQUXGA OLED screen![The Asus ExpertBook B5](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Asus ExpertBook B5 16in review: A superlight 16in with a stunning WQUXGA OLED screen
Tick the right boxes on the options list and the ExpertBook B5 is the best lightweight 16in laptop on the market
12 Jan 2023
Worldwide PC shipments suffer ‘biggest ever decline’![Laptops on a shop display](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Worldwide PC shipments suffer ‘biggest ever decline’
Gartner found that enterprises are extending PC lifecycles and delaying purchases due to a number of variables
12 Jan 2023
HP launches PCs for hybrid workers with 'world-first' dual-camera setups![A hybrid worker working from their home](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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HP launches PCs for hybrid workers with 'world-first' dual-camera setups
The new devices unveiled at CES 2023 come with a host of features intended to help hybrid workers perform better, no matter where they are
4 Jan 2023
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5in) review: An almost-great business machine![Surface Laptop 5 from behind](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5in) review: An almost-great business machine
Minor niggles here and there, but overall, an efficient and stylish business companion
22 Dec 2022
Lenovo ThinkPad X13s review: The suitcase superhero![The back cover/ lid on the Lenovo ThinkPad 13s](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Lenovo ThinkPad X13s review: The suitcase superhero
A powerful machine for any business use, with a dated but sturdy design
15 Dec 2022
Asus ExpertBook B5 Flip review: A well-connected compact convertible![The Asus ExpertBook B5 Flip](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Asus ExpertBook B5 Flip review: A well-connected compact convertible
With a high-quality display, ports galore and tablet-form controls the B5 Flip is one of the best compact enterprise 2-in-1s
12 Dec 2022
Dell Latitude 9330 2-in-1 Convertible Review: Standard setting for a 2-in-1 device![Dell Latitude 9330 2-in-1 Convertible front-view](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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Dell Latitude 9330 2-in-1 Convertible Review: Standard setting for a 2-in-1 device
A 2-in-1 with spectacular performance and a sleek design that puts it in the rare breed of a foldable that can go toe-to-toe with a conventional lapto…
9 Dec 2022
How to install Windows 11 on a Mac![The Windows (start menu) key on a keyboard](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=)
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How to install Windows 11 on a Mac
Installing Windows 11 on a Mac can present benefits for IT professionals and developers, but you must first check which type of machine you have
8 Dec 2022