I have a fraught relationship with the Apple Genius Bar. Between 2019 and 2021, I spent over $1,400 on repairs for my Intel-era MacBook Pro — thrice to replace a cracked display and once to fix five ...

As Framework has demonstrated, it’s possible to do that. But Framework is a company that’s built its entire business model ...

Intel’s reference laptop design aims to cut e-waste and make computers you can easily repair. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

Ahead of CES 2026, I got to try the latest version of Lenovo's iconic ThinkPad X1 Carbon—and dug inside to see how this ...

For tinkerers, the Framework Laptop 16 is one of few good laptop options. It delivers a lot of the DIY experience of building your own desktop PC in a laptop form factor. Its modular design means ...

These experimental accessories add 'sidekick' panels to the powerful ThinkBook 16p laptop. We got our hands and eyes on this prototype future tech. Plus: How about some glasses-free 3D? I have been a ...

While components in most desktop computers can be easily — well, relatively easily — replaced, laptops tend to be far more difficult to upgrade or replace. Intel is pushing a modular concept that ...

Why it matters: A few companies are trying to make laptops as customizable as desktops, allowing users to swap individual components without replacing the entire system. Intel recently signaled its ...

Summary: Intel is working on a system to make laptop motherboards more modular. Rather than being focused on customers, the company is focused on OEMs. This will help cut costs for laptop makers in ...

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