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Best chargers for the MacBook Air (M2)
Apple's M2 MacBook Air comes with a charger in the box, but if you need a replacement, there are some great chargers you can buy today.
The M2 MacBook Air is a fantastic laptop, featuring an all-new design, new colors to choose from, and the M2 processor promising even more performance than before. Starting in 2023, it also comes in a new 15-inch model, for those that prefer a larger display. We're not yet at the point where laptops don't come with chargers anymore, so the included power adapter and cable should be enough to keep you going for a long time. But accidents happen, and if you happen to lose or break the charger that comes with the MacBook Air, you're going to need a replacement.
What ports does the MacBook Air (M2) have? Does it have MagSafe?
The latest MacBook Air comes with an array of ports that's not too far from the last model, but it has one big change: MagSafe is back.
Apple recently introduced a 15-inch version of the M2-based MacBook Air, which had originally made its debut in 2022. In addition to being the debut device for the Apple M2 chip, the 2022 MacBook Air was the first major redesign for the lineup since 2018, meaning it has a whole new chassis, and it comes in new colors, all of which apply to the 15-inch model as well. Of course, with any change to the chassis, you might wonder if the ports have also changed on the M2 MacBook Air, and they have, albeit not a lot.
Best laptops under $600 in 2024
Looking for a new laptop but don't want to go beyond $600? We have some of the best options for you available for purchase right now!
Buying a new laptop can be an exciting time, especially if you have a keen interest in computers in general. It's the feeling of having a brand-new machine that does exactly what you want, faster than your old laptop did. But for as exciting as it can be, many of the best laptops are not cheap, so finding the right one isn't always easy if you have a tight budget. That's why we have lists focusing on the best cheap laptops you can buy today, and in this particular one, we're going even lower to focus on laptops that cost under $600.
How to upgrade the storage on the Dell XPS 17 (2023)
The 2023 Dell XPS 17 can be configured with up to 8TB of storage out of the box, but you can save some money by upgrading it yourself.
If you take a look at the 2023 Dell XPS 17 on the company's website, you'd be hard-pressed to argue that it doesn't have enough storage. With options to go up to a massive 8TB of SSD capacity, you can definitely get more storage than most people will ever need. The problem is this massive amount of storage is extremely expensive, and even if you do want it, this kind of configuration isn't available at every retailer. It's very likely you got just 1TB or 2TB if you bought it somewhere else.
Vivaldi 6.1 adds support for Bing chat by pretending to be Microsoft Edge
Vivaldi is rolling out a big new update, and it's now the first browser outside of Microsoft Edge to officially support Bing chat.
Up until now, the new Bing chat experience powered by GPT-4 has been exclusively available through the Microsoft Edge browser, as the company tries to push more users to use its products. However, Vivaldi is joining the fray today as the first third-party browser to officially support Bing chat, and it's all thanks to some trickery to fool Bing.
Best monitors for the MacBook Air (M2)
Want to add a second monitor to your MacBook Air? Here are some great options you can choose from if you need more space to work.
Apple's latest MacBook Air is a fantastic laptop, featuring an all-new design, an upgraded M2 processor, and other welcome improvements. There's also a new 15-inch model Apple announced at WWDC 2023, which is that much better for productivity and multitasking thanks to the larger screen. Even then, though, having a second screen can go a long way in making you more productive. We're here to help with that, and we've rounded up some of the best monitors you can buy for the 2022 MacBook Air across a few different price points.
How to enable the new File Explorer UI in Windows 11 if you're an Insider
Microsoft has finally rolled out a new look for the Windows 11 File Explorer, and you can try it right now if you're a Dev channel Insider.
Microsoft recently rolled out a new Windows 11 build that enables a brand-new look for File Explorer. This new design has a more streamlined UI for the address bar, and it also improves the Home page, especially for users with an Azure Active Directory.
What colors does the MacBook Air (M2) come in?
The latest MacBook Air has an all-new design that's slimmer and lighter, but it also comes with a couple of new colors to choose from.
Apple introduced the M2-based MacBook Air during its WWDC 2022 keynote as a redesigned 13-inch laptop, which was followed up with a 15-inch version one-year later. Both models with a new Apple M2 processor and a taller display, but one of the biggest news is the new chassis design. The 2022 MacBook Air model has a flat unibody design, it brings back MagSafe and perhaps most importantly - it comes in new color options to choose from.
Windows 11 finally brings the redesigned File Explorer to Insiders
Microsoft is rolling out two new builds of Windows 11, bringing a modernized File Explorer UI to Insiders, along with dynamic lighting settings.
Windows Insiders are being treated to a couple of new Windows 11 builds today, one for the Canary channel and one for the Dev channel. While there's no changelog for build 25387 in the Canary channel, Dev channel Insiders can look forward to the new File Explorer redesign, which had been reported on earlier this year and teased officially during the Build developer event. Microsoft is also adding a Dynamic lighting page to the Settings app.
macOS Sonoma brings widgets to the desktop and promises gaming improvements
Apple has introduced the next version of macOS, called Sonoma, bringing Widgets to the desktop among other productivity features.
Apple has introduced macOS Sonoma at WWDC 2023, the next version of macOS that will come to existing Mac models. macOS Sonoma will add new features like animated screensavers and widgets on the desktop, along with gaming and productivity improvements.
The 15-inch MacBook Air is the world's thinnest 15-inch laptop
Apple has introduced the long-rumored MacBook Air 15-inch model, powered by the efficient M2 processor and featuring a Liquid Retina display.
Apple has formally introduced the 15-inch MacBook Air, powered by the Apple M2 processor. This new model brings the spirit of a lightweight MacBook to a larger screen, while keeping the benefits of Apple Silicon. The 15-inch MacBook Air comes in at just 11.5mm of thickness, and Apple claims it's the thinnest 15-inch laptop on the market. It also comes in at just over 3.3 pounds, which is very light for an aluminum-based 15-inch laptop. Apple says this is 40% thinner and half a pound lighter than the best-selling comparable laptop.
How to upgrade the RAM in the Dell XPS 17 (2023)
You can configure the Dell XPS 17 (2023) with plenty of RAM, but if you want to save some money upfront, you can upgrade it later. Here's how.
Out of the box, the 2023 Dell XPS 17 is already a very powerful laptop. It comes with 13th-generation Intel Core H-series processors with up to 14 cores and 20 threads, up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU, and it can even be configured with up to a whopping 64GB of RAM. You can't really ask for much more, but the thing with laptops like this is that those high-end configurations get pretty expensive. What if you don't want to spend over $3,000 to get 64GB of RAM right now? Thankfully, you can upgrade the RAM in the Dell XPS 17 (2023) later.
How to replace the battery in the Dell XPS 17 (2023)
Has the battery in your Dell XPS 17 started dying too quickly? Here's how to swap it out for a fresh one.
The 2023 Dell XPS 17 is a fairly powerful laptop for creators, just like its predecessors. It comes with 13th-generation Intel Core processors and up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU, so you have plenty of power for demanding workloads. Of course, that kind of power requires a big battery, and the XPS 17 comes with a huge 97Wh unit, which is nearly the maximum allowed on a plane, so you should be in good hands.
Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra review: The best webcam sensor, but at what cost?
The Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra is a webcam with a huge sensor that delivers the best quality on a webcam. But is that enough to justify its price tag?
Razer introduced the Kiyo Pro Ultra back at CES touting the largest sensor ever in a webcam, which immediately got my interest. There's definitely a need for better webcams in this day and age. Laptops have been getting better, but they're not quite there yet, especially with some brands like Dell XPS still using 720p sensors.
InWin's PC cases offer a different take on building your own PC
InWin lets you build your own PC case with a variety of customization concepts.
Walking around Computex was a great way to get to know some of the coolest PC cases and mods I've ever seen, and it really showed me how deep PC building goes. But as much as custom builds are really cool, I really appreciate it when a company goes out to do something cool and unique in their space, and InWin really blindsided me with some of the coolest ideas I've seen.
Hands-on: The Asus ExpertBook B9 OLED and B5 OLED are super light laptops for business
Asus' latest ExpertBook B9 and B5 come with OLED displays and a lightweight design, plus all the features you'd want in a business laptop.
Asus may be best known for its gaming hardware, and while I've given the ROG Ally and other ROG products their time to shine, the company had a whole separate booth for its home and business-oriented products at Computex 2023. The company had two of its latest laptops at the show, the ExpertBook B9 OLED and ExpertBook B5 OLED, so I took the opportunity to check them out on the show floor. I also got to see the recently-launched Zenbook S 13 OLED, which looks fantastic.
The Asus ROG Matrix RTX 4090 GPU looks like a piece of art
At Computex 2023, Asus ROG showed off its brand-new liquid metal-cooled Matrix RTX 4090 GPU, and it looks fantastic.
Asus had one of the biggest presences of any company at Computex, with dedicated booths for both its ROG division and its more home and business oriented products. Both of them were huge, too, and I've already gone over my thoughts on the ROG Ally, which is just one of the many things I got to check out at the ROG booth. But there's a lot more, and I wanted to talk about some of my favorite things here.
Hands-on: The Asus ROG Ally is a versatile gaming handheld
Asus is set to launch the ROG Ally later this month, and it had plenty of demo units at Computex so we could take it for a spin.
Asus announced the ROG Ally, a Steam Deck alternative, earlier this year, but it's only set to be available on June 13 in some markets around the world, so most of us really haven't had the chance to experience it yet. Thankfully, at Computex 2023, Asus had plenty of units for us to try, so, of course, we had to do exactly that.
How to use Windows Package Manager (winget) on Windows 11
Windows Package Manager gives you an easier way to install and manage your apps on WIndows 11 and 10. Here's how to use it.
If you're a power user or somebody who's used Linux-based operating systems at some point, you're probably familiar with the concept of a package manager. This is a tool that gives you a centralized way to install and update your apps, while also potentially being faster if you prefer to work with your keyboard. Plus, it can make it easier to restore multiple apps in one go. Microsoft gives Windows 11 (and 10) users its own official package manager, simply called Windows Package Manager, but also known as winget.
Gigabyte brought new top-tier motherboards and more to Computex 2023
We got to meet with Gigabyte at Computex 2023 and check out some of the products the company has been working on.
Computex 2023 is the time many companies choose to highlight some of their coolest PC products. Gigabyte is one such company, and I was invited over to check out some of the stuff the company has been working on. Most of the newest announcements were focused on components, especially motherboards, but there was a lot I liked about what Gigabyte showed me at this event.