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The MacBook Pro with the default wallpaper, which hides the notch.

I’m a laptop reviewer, and these are the only laptops creatives should buy in 2023

Buying a laptop for creative work can be a daunting challenge, and so we've broken things down by listing the best machines you can find at various prices.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 front view showing display and keyboard.

Why the Dell XPS 13 Plus still beats the latest competition in little laptops

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 is incredibly light and reasonably thin. But it looks stale compared to the ultra-modern Dell XPS 13 Plus.
The Legion Slim 5 14 on a desk with peripherals on it.

Lenovo’s new 14-inch gaming laptop beats the ROG G14 in one key way

Lenovo's new Legion Slim 5 14 Gen 8 has the upper hand on the fan-favorite ROG G14 with its OLED screen.
Lenovo Slim Pro 9i front view showing display and keyboard.

This powerhouse laptop gives the MacBook Pro an honest run for its money

The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i performs well and costs a lot less than the Apple MacBook Pro 16. But you can't argue with the latter's refinement and battery life.
Asus ROG Ally with the Windows lock screen.

A major Asus ROG Ally challenger could be in the works

A new report suggests Lenovo is working on a handheld similar to the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally.
The ThinkPad X1 Nano on a table.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 review: tiny — and a little stale

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 is largely unchanged, with just an update to Intel 13th-gen CPUs. It retains its lightweight chassis, which is feeling dated.
Dell XPS 15 9530 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

The one other Windows laptop that could dethrone the Dell XPS 15

The Dell XPS 15 is a better overall laptop than the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i, but the latter is less expensive. If pure performance is the measure, either works.
Lenovo Tab Extreme showing Chrome.

I made myself try a 14.5-inch tablet — and it didn’t go very well

I spent the past few weeks using one of the largest tablets ever, and I've come to the conclusion that no one really needs tablets this big.
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Lenovo Slim Pro 9i review: upsized and powered up

The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i takes what's best about the Slim 9i and beefs it up, with a superfast CPU, a competent GPU, and a Mini-LED display great for creators.
Different types of Lenovo boxes made of 100% recycled material.

An inside look at Lenovo’s goal of filling the world with more sustainable computers

Lenovo has been focused on sustainability for years now, but its recent innovations are going continuing to push forward.
Back of a Lenovo Tab Extreme with Precision Pen 3.

I used a giant $950 Android tablet for a month. Should you buy it?

Are you in the market for a behemoth of a tablet? Then you'll want to consider Lenovo's Tab Extreme, which goes extreme on the size with a 14.5-inch display.
The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 laptop, opened with a colorful wallpaper on the screen.

Don’t just buy the latest version of a laptop. It’s not always worth it

Buying the latest generation of a laptop isn't always the best idea. Sometimes the changes are minimal, while the price on older models can be much lower.
The IdeaPad 14 on a table with the screen on.

The Lenovo Flex 5i falls into the common cheap laptop pitfalls

The Lenovo Flex 5i 14 has an attractive entry-level price when on sale. But in the reviewed configuration, its battery life, display, and build hold it back.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 front view.

The premium ThinkPad that outdoes the X1 Carbon in almost every way

The ThinkPad X1 Carbon is in its 11th generation and is close to being perfected. Can the upstart ThinkPad Z13 compete?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 is both faster and longer-lasting

The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 received low-power CPUs that increase battery life, as expected. But the added and unexpected benefit is faster performance.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 front angled view showing display.

Why the latest ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 isn’t worth the upgrade

Lenovo's business-oriented 2-in-1, the ThinkPad X1 Yoga, is now in its 8th generation. The newest model is only a modest improvement over the 7th-gen.
Lenovo Legion Pro 5 on table

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is the next-gen gaming laptop I’ve been waiting for

Next-gen gaming laptops up to this point have been expensive behemoths, but the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 bucks that trend by packing in the value.
Lenovo Yoga Book 9i front view showing dual displays.

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i review: dual-screen experiment succeeds

The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i takes the dual-display concept and makes it work. There are a few glitches, but for the most part, there's a ton of useful flexibility.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Lenovo Y32p-30.

The Lenovo Legion Y32p-30 is (almost) the perfect 4K gaming monitor

The Lenovo Y32p-30 doesn't stand out with OLED, mini-LED, or an insane refresh rate. But it has the right balance of features most gamers a looking for.
A woman checks the time on the Lenovo Smart Clock Essential.

Flash sale drops the price of the Lenovo Smart Alarm Clock to $12

The Lenovo Smart Clock Essential is a cute and stylish smart display for your home. It's on sale at an incredibly low price at Walmart now.
Lenovo Slim 7 14 2023 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo Slim Pro 7 review: a fast and affordable thin and light laptop

The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 manages to pack a lot of power into a thin and light chassis, at a price that's closer to midrange than premium. It's well worth a look.
The Lenovo Smart Display on a table.

Google stops updating third-party smart displays

Smart displays from LG, JBL, and Lenovo running Google Assistant will no longer see updates, as Google pivots to focus efforts on AI.
Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 sitting on a table.

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i vs. Asus Strix Scar 17: gaming laptop showdown

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i and Asus Strix Scar 17 are both extremely fast gaming machines. It's an Intel versus AMD shootout, but which is the best gaming laptop?
The Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2.

Lenovo just killed its Legion gaming phones, and that’s a shame

Legion gaming phones have always been solid devices, but Lenovo says that it won't be making any more of them.
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 playing Cyberpunk 2077.

Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 vs. Lenovo Legion Pro 7i: which is best?

The Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 offers a superior display, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i trumps it in CPU performance, Which is the better gaming laptop?
A press photo of the Slim Pro 9i on a white background.

The Lenovo Slim Pro is the best answer to the MacBook Pro I’ve seen yet

Lenovo has announced a new flagship creative laptop, the Slim Pro, and it provides some much-needed competition to the MacBook Pro.
Lenovo Legion Tower 7i gaming PC sitting on a table.

The Lenovo Legion Tower 7i is a great gaming PC with one big mistake

The Lenovo Legion Tower 7i ticks all the boxes with flagship performance, great design, and room for upgrades, but it makes a critical mistake with RAM speed.
The new Lenovo LOQ 15 and 16-inch gaming laptops from the top down.

Meet LOQ, Lenovo’s new, aggressively priced PC gaming brand

Lenovo is announcing new budget gaming laptops desktops as part of the LOQ brand.
Lenovo Yoga 9i Gen 8 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo Yoga 9i Gen 8 review: a delightful OLED laptop

The Lenovo Yoga 9i Gen 8 is fast and well-built, and it sports a spectacular OLED display. It's expensive, but as Lenovo's 2-in-1 flagship, it's worth a look.
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Today’s Best Deals: Get a 50-inch 4K TV for $300 and more

Looking for some of today's best deals? This roundup -- always up-to-date -- is a great place to go. It covers all the daily deals you could ever want.
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Digital Trends’ Top Tech of MWC 2023 Awards

These are our picks for the best announcements of MWC 2023.
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 2-in-1 Chromebook.

One of Lenovo’s best Chromebooks is turning to Windows

Lenovo is showcasing the affordable IdeaPad Duet 3i and IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook at Mobile World Congress.
The side profile of the ThinkPad Z13.

Lenovo’s latest ThinkPad Z13 includes a lid made entirely of flaxseeds

Lenovo debuted its redesigned range of ThinkPad laptops at Mobile World Congress 2023, including a new Z13 covered in flaxseeds.
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i review: workhorse with a wild streak

The reasonably priced Lenovo Legion Pro 7i packs in a fast CPU and GPU for excellent productivity, creative, and gaming performance, with a conservative look.