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Lenovo announced the ThinkPad X9 15p Aura Edition. It's a performance-focused laptop packing an Intel Core Ultra X9 Series processor running at a hefty 45W TDP, great for heavy workloads like video editing and complex modeling.

What if the iMac was a PC and had ambient light effects? Lenovo has answered that question with the new Yoga AIO i Aura Edition, announced at CES 2026 with a large 32-inch screen and Intel Core Ultra processor.

Lenovo has announced the ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist, a notebook with a motorized hinge that automatically rotates the screen. It is moving from a proof-of-concept design to a real commercial product, which means it is ready for the demands of daily professional use.

If you want a Mac Mini-sized computer, but not a Mac, Lenovo might just have the tiny PC for you. The new 'Lenovo Yoga Mini i' was just revealed at CES 2026, with a compact cylindrical build and up to an Intel Core X7 Series 3 processor.

There are many factors to consider when buying a computer: performance, battery life, portability, screen quality, and ports, to name a few. If the FIFA World Cup logo is one of those critical features for you, you'll be happy to know that Lenovo is slapping it on several ThinkPad and ThinkBook laptops.

All-in-one desktop PCs are not incredibly popular outside of Apple's iMac lineup, but there are still people who don't want a separate desktop box. Lenovo just announced a new one at CES 2026 with a twist: it has a nearly square display.

Lenovo is showing off many new laptops at CES 2026, including the Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition aimed at creative work. Besides the usual high-end hardware, the laptop has something you don't see every day: a Wacom drawing tablet hiding in the touchpad.

The handheld gaming PC market is still split between Windows 11 and Valve's SteamOS, and if you prefer the latter software experience, Lenovo has revealed a new Legion Go handheld at CES 2026. It has the same operating system as the Steam Deck, but with a higher-performing Ryzen processor and larger 8.8-inch OLED screen.

You hear declarations every year about the long-told "year of the Linux desktop" arriving this year, having arrived years ago, or maybe not ever arriving. I think it's easier to predict, though, that inside the Linux world, 2026 is definitely KDE's year to take.

Spotify's podcast settings hide a few options that can enhance how you listen. With switches for saving data, automatically downloading episodes, and more, they help to give Spotify some of the strengths of a traditional podcast app.

Small desktop PCs can often be a compromised experience compared to full-size desktops, but they don't have to be. MSI just revealed its new AI Edge desktop, and the Ryzen Max+ chipset under the hood should deliver excellent performance.

Toyota’s popularity in the U.S. has been steadily climbing, with recent years setting new sales records. Rising gas prices and shrinking demand for big engines that aren’t built for reliability are pushing buyers toward more efficient options, while Toyota’s investment in drivetrains keeps their cars competitively priced compared with rivals.

While many of us attempt to justify purchases as a means of saving money down the line, how often this plan comes to fruition is debatable. But one area where saving money is absolutely possible with the right gear is in the home, thanks to smart home gadgets that add safeguards, better awareness, and useful data you can use to make smarter decisions.

For most apps, the addition of AI tends to be considered unwanted bloat rather than a useful feature. But when properly implemented, it can be a lifesaver in some of the apps we use daily. Google is adding Gemini everywhere, and I don't love it—except in these four apps.

The Audi S3 and Volkswagen Golf GTI occupy similar territory on paper: compact, sporty hatchbacks that deliver engaging performance and everyday usability. But when you start comparing price tags, the S3’s premium badge and added features raise a common question for buyers: is it truly worth the extra money over a more affordable rival? With both cars offering turbocharged power and sharp handling, understanding the real differences in refinement, tech, and driving dynamics becomes key to making a smart choice.

CES 2026 is proving to be another great showcase for PC hardware. In addition to new processors from Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm, we're seeing plenty of fun accessories and components. One such example the CyberPowerPC MA-01 case, which looks more like an art piece than a container for your gaming PC.

The KDE development team promoted last week that it was making several small but meaningful changes and fixes for KDE Plasma 6.6.0 and 6.5.5. One of those fixes will address a thorn in my side I've had for over a year: power management changes during sleep.

There’s a lot to be excited about where HBO Max’s January lineup of new content is concerned. For starters, the streamer is kicking off the New Year with the major anniversary celebration that is the release of The Pitt, season two, exactly one year to the day after season one premiered. Also, the new Game of Thrones prequel is in store for us, as are two new HBO Original documentaries, season 4 of Industry, and season 24 of Real Time with Bill Maher. We’ll also see the debut of two big A24 films.

A new, fully local voice control application called EasySpeak has arrived on the Linux desktop, with accessibility and hands-free control for users running modern GNOME environments. Developed by Matt Hartley, EasySpeak is free, open source, and designed to turn voice commands into action.

Are you still buying those cheap throw-away printers every time you need to print a book report? Yes, they’re cheap, but they end up costing you way more money than you think they do.