Extending laptop life reduces cost and environmental impact. This playbook explains part selection, repair workflows, and governance to keep fleets running longer in 2026.
Developer laptops in 2026 must support multi-arch builds, local containerized environments, and uninterrupted uptime. This guide explains hardware choices, tooling expectations, and purchasing strategies for engineering teams.
A consortium of vendors announced interoperable docking and battery module standards in January 2026. This policy shift could change procurement and repairability across the laptop market.
Thermals determine real-world performance. This deep methodological guide explains how to measure, reproduce, and compare laptop thermal behavior in 2026.
Chromebooks remain a cost-effective and manageable option for schools in 2026. This update focuses on devices that balance classroom-long battery life, manageability, and repairability.
ARM laptops moved from curiosity to sensible choice in enterprise fleets by 2026. This deep dive explains architectural tradeoffs, migration strategies, and procurement tips.
In 2026, gaming laptops must juggle realistic ray tracing, efficient power envelopes, and portable chassis. Here’s how to pick the right machine for competitive play, streaming, and mobile gaming.
Short-form video exploded in 2026 and workflows shifted towards faster edit loops and cloud-enabled proxies. Here are the laptops that win for creators balancing color fidelity and edit responsiveness.
We spent two weeks with the Zephyr Ultrabook X1 to test whether its promises of long battery life and slim chassis hold up under sustained real-world workloads.
In 2026, lightweight laptops have matured from niche ultraportables into full-featured workstations for traveling professionals. Here’s how the category evolved and what to prioritize when buying for the next five years.