I wanted to like this Lenovo laptop, but it's just too slow
…Personally, I prefer 15-inch laptops and 2-in-1s without a numpad, but it’s handy if you need it. Key travel is long and keys activate with a crisp, taut…
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Tested: Alienware's Area 51 blends absurd speed with serious outlet anxiety
…These are extremely capable ports and their inclusion means the laptop can handle a wide range of displays, storage devices, and other peripherals—it doesn’t get better than this. The Thunderbolt…
This Lenovo laptop does a lot right, but the graphics fall short
…Still, it’s comparable to most modern laptops and good enough for Zoom or Google Meet. Lenovo includes a physical privacy shutter, which is always good to see and may give the…
The Steam Controller is a reprieve for PC gamers—and a warning flare
…tariffs still in effect.) At half the cost of the Azeron and built to withstand more abuse, the Steam Controller seemed perfect for tossing into my luggage along with a gaming laptop…
Microsoft's Surface Laptop 8 changes very little, but costs a lot more
…Mark Hachman / Foundry Microsoft Surface Laptop 8: Configuration Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 8 is available with display sizes of both 13.8 inches and 15 inches, formally known as the Surface Laptop…
The remote work problem no productivity app can fix
…You probably know that I've reviewed laptop docking stations for years, and so one of my roundups has focused on the best Prime Day deals on Thunderbolt docks and more. And…
This innovative $90 webcam goes toe-to-toe with $300 rivals
…Rebooting and disconnecting the laptop from external displays seemed to solve the problem. The Studio app can’t be resized, and takes up a small window on your desktop. The UI could…
I used the Dell XPS 16, and it's a mixed bag
…With the extra resolution and wide field of view, you can leverage auto-framing and cropping tools more effectively though. The mics capture my voice well, offering a fullness many laptops don…
These Windows Hello-equipped webcams give desktop PCs laptop powers
…Using an infrared (IR) depth camera and advanced facial recognition, Windows Hello verifies your identity in seconds — securely and locally. While most modern laptops include integrated IR cameras for Windows Hello, the…
The best PC webcam doesn't have to bust your wallet
…I test how well it mounts to a laptop or monitor. Finally, I test the noise cancellation and other features. Who curated this article? My name is Mark Hachman, and I've…