STACK #259 May 2026

TECH FEATURE

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Buying a new laptop for everyday use can be a big decision, but if you know what you're looking for in terms of features and functions, it's easier to find the right model. Here are six of the latest laptops worth considering. Words James O'Connor Hot new LAPTOPS OUT THIS MONTH

ASUS Vivobook 16 16" WUXGA Copilot+ AI PC Laptop (Intel Core Ultra 5-325)[512GB] A powerful all-rounder The Vivobook 16 is a fast, solid laptop, sporting a super-fast Intel Core Ultra 5 8-core processor and 16GB of RAM. It's versatile, supporting Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth v5.4, while also featuring two USB-C 4.0 ports and a USB-A 3.2 port for connectivity. A beautiful, extra-wide display This laptop’s big 16:10 (1920x1200) display is ideal for multitasking, working on projects, or unwinding with a movie during a break. This IPS 60Hz screen makes the laptop feel bigger, but it still weighs in at just 1.88kg with military-grade durability. Lasting performance Impressive battery life can be protected with the MyASUS Battery Health Management feature, which adjusts charging behaviour depending on your needs. You can charge from 0 to 60% in under 50 minutes, too. AI efficiency This Copilot+ PC gives you access to an AI companion for easier searches, scheduling, live captioning, brainstorming ideas, and more.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x 15.3" 2K Copilot+ AI PC Laptop

(Snapdragon X)[512GB] The power of Snapdragon X

The Snapdragon X processor driving this laptop is extremely powerful, allowing for fast operations and some advanced AI features like noise suppression, enhanced video editing, and improved multitasking. It's ideal for work or study. Light and versatile This powerful laptop won’t weigh you down despite its big suite of features. It comes in at just 1.5kg, while sporting multiple USB ports, an SD card reader, and Wi-Fi 6E support. It also includes a 512GB SSD, but you can expand its storage. Rapid charging This laptop sports an all-day 60Whr capacity battery, so it can keep going untethered for a long time. But when you do need to charge, it'll happen very quickly: the battery can charge back up to two hours of use within just 15 minutes. Enhanced security

You have multiple security options with this laptop, ranging from a physical shutter on the webcam to a fingerprint scanner login option, plus an Enhanced Security Suite to protect your data.

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