Robots that can do laundry and more, plus unrolling laptops: the standout tech from CES 2026
Robot vacuums that can climb stairs and device for BlackBerry lovers also on display at annual Las Vegas tech show
November 2025
The Filter
The best Black Friday and Cyber Monday laptop deals in the UK – and how to avoid a bad one
Here’s how to spot a genuinely good laptop deal, plus the best discounts we’ve seen so far on everything from MacBooks to gaming laptops
August 2025
Parents, don’t panic – healthy screen time for children is possible, if you follow these few simple tips
Kaitlyn Regehr
Yes, the huge firms pushing unsuitable content must be regulated. But until they are, adults can model the positive use of tech, says digital humanities academic Dr Kaitlyn Regehr
July 2025
Framework Laptop 12 review: fun, flexible and repairable
Smallest and most affordable Framework still has brilliant modular ports, is upgradable and designed to last
June 2025
Surface Laptop 13in review: Microsoft’s cheaper, more compact Windows 11 machine
Cut-down version of top Windows 11 AI notebook offers premium experience in smaller and less expensive package
May 2025
Lost or stolen
What to do if your laptop is lost or stolen – tips for when the worst happens
From remotely locking it using a locator, to backing up a replacement, steps to help you secure your data
April 2025
The Filter
The best power banks and battery packs for reliable charging on the go, tested
Apple MacBook Air M4 review: the laptop to beat, now cheaper
March 2025
Loud Zoom calls, hogging space, spending a pittance: no wonder laptoppers’ antics irk cafe owners
Emily Watkins
Laughter not laptops: cafe culture fights back against keyboard invaders
November 2024
Apple MacBook Pro M4 review: faster, better and cheaper
Chip, memory, battery and power upgrades add to laptop’s appeal along with new webcam and Apple Intelligence
July 2024
Galaxy Book 4 Edge review: Samsung laptop delivers power but not battery life
Latest Copilot+ PC is thin, light and speedy with a stunning screen, but can’t live up to AI and battery life hype
June 2024
Zenbook Duo review: are two laptop screens better than one?
Consumer champions
Is my Samsung laptop not all it’s cracked up to be?
April 2024
Apple MacBook Air M3 review: the laptop to beat
Faster chip, tremendous battery life, premium touch points and a price cut make the best even better
February 2024
Framework Laptop 16 review: the ultimate in modular PCs
Packed with swappable parts including the keyboard, ports and graphics card, this machine is unique
December 2023
Apple MacBook Pro M3 review: beloved laptop is back in black
Do you really need shiny new tech for Christmas? The answer is ‘no’
November 2023
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 review: still unique but should be better
Big chip and graphics upgrades come at great cost to wallet and battery life for difficult second act
July 2023
Say hello to longlife tech that can challenge our throwaway culture
We’ve got used to dumping old devices. But a new breed of firms is making products that they hope you will hang on to
