laptops

When Is The Best Time To Buy A New Laptop? (And What’s Next From Intel)

So your trusty laptop is starting to show its age. No one can blame you for wanting a new one, but when should you pull the trigger and buy?


Sony’s New Cheap Laptops Are Actually Kind Of Beautiful

We’ve sort of gotten used to having to spend a disproportionate amount of money on nice-looking computers. Cheap laptops are not the same as premium laptops. We understand that. For once, though, inexpensive doesn’t mean “junky plastic mess”.


Acer Aspire R7: The First True Convertible Ultrabook / Tablet?

This is either brilliant or absolutely insane. Acer’s new R7 ultrabook is the weirdest change to laptop design in years. It’s great that Acer’s doing this weird new thing that doesn’t exactly make sense, just to see if it works.


Laser-Cut MacBook Lids Are More Stunning Than Stickers

Visit any tech-heavy conference and you’re bound to find a sea of MacBooks covered in clever decals playing up the glowing Apple logo on the lid. But a sticker only offers so much customisation; if you really want your hardware to stand out you need to take things to the next level with a custom-cut Uncover replacement lid.


HP ENVY x2 Gizmodo Reader Review: Melissa Lawton, Not-For-Profit Sector Executive Officer

Melissa Lawton is a Queensland professional working with The Fitzroy Basin Elders Committee Inc., a voluntary coalition of Aboriginal Elders and Traditional Owners collectively committed to improving the natural and cultural environment of Central Queensland. She’s one of three winners in our recent HP ENVY x2 competition and has enjoyed her new HP Windows 8 convertible for a week now. This is her road test experience…


HP ENVY x2 Gizmodo Reader Review: Michael Fletcher, Grad Law Student

Michael Fletcher is a Melbourne graduate student and one of three winners in our recent HP ENVY x2 competition. He’s had his new HP Windows 8 convertible for a week now — and already used it for University. This is his road test experience…


HP ENVY x2 Gizmodo Reader Review: Judd Hingerty, Pro Photographer

Judd Hingerty is a Sydney photographer and one of three winners in our recent HP ENVY x2 competition. He’s had his new HP Windows 8 convertible for a week now — and already used it in the field. This is his road test experience…


Best Laptops Under $500

There are some great laptops out there these days, but who says you need to spend big bucks to get a great device? Is it possible to buy a great laptop on a budget and still get everything you need? Let us show you the best laptops on a budget.


This Glowing Orb Keeps Your Laptop Running Cool In Extreme Conditions

The easiest way to keep your laptop running at peak efficiency is to just keep it cool and comfortable. Its processor can get pretty toasty crammed in that ultra-thin housing, so Thermaltake’s created a miniature portable air conditioner called the GOrb II that promises to keep your system comfortably cool, even if you’re not.


Win! Gizmodo Has 10x $100 Acer Store Vouchers To Give Away!

$100 can actually go a long way. And you can spend it on anything you like in Acer’s online store – made risk free by Acer’s free delivery and 14-day replacement or refund guarantee. $100 would be 20% off the 10.1-inch Iconia A700 tablet (currently on sale for $499) or 10% off the Iconia W510 convertible Windows 8 touchscreen tablet / laptop. Bundled with Microsoft Office 2010 Home & Student, the W510 is perfect for University or high-school. Here’s all you need to do to enter…


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