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Even the best budget laptop has to make some tradeoffs, whether the display, performance or build quality. But there's one spec that matters most to most people.

I love a good budget laptop, so here are 4 that I recommend with one critical feature in common

Dell's XPS 14 is seeing some big discounts at Best Buy right now for the higher-end configurations. The laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and Intel Arc GPU is on sale for $1,799, which is $300 off the regular price. Even better: the configuration with the upgraded Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card -- a solid GPU in its own right -- is marked down to $2,099 for a savings of $400.

Dell's XPS 14 is one of my favorite laptops of 2024 - and it's currently up to $400 off

At PCMag, we know products—our experts review and recommend thousands of them. Our deals team works tirelessly to find the lowest prices on the technology you want most. Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer, and even though the days get shorter, there's still something to celebrate: big sales from almost every major retailer and manufacturer. Right now, HP is rolling out some of the most impressive prices we've ever seen on a bevy of products, from one of the best productivity mice we've seen at 75% off to an affordable gaming desktop with nice customization options and a powerhouse laptop with surprisingly lightweight. We'll be monitoring this sale through the week and the weekend to add new products and remove ones that sold out.

HP Labor Day Sale: Big Deals and Discounts on Laptops, Printers, and More

If you're looking for the best laptop to take to class and need to stay on a budget, these are the three laptops we recommend.

The three best back-to-school laptops under $1,000

The AGM X6 Phantom is available for just $182. The clear back panel is interesting, the phone boasts a high level of durability, and the large capacity battery keeps it going for nearly two days. The single rear camera isn't going to help you win contests, and the LCD isn't...

This sleek rugged smartphone has a Nothing-esque design, and it's less than $200

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Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

October Prime Day might be coming soon, but Labor Day weekend also has great deals to supplement your shopping needs for the time being. Amazon is the tried and true home of internet discounts and has no shortage of savings, especially if you have a membership. Thankfully, Amazon offers exclusive...

The best Amazon Labor Day deals we've found

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If you've been anxiously awaiting a new and better performing Microsoft Xbox game console, your wait is almost over. Best Buy has just opened up pre-orders for three new Xbox Series X and Series S gaming systems, including the Xbox Series X 2TB console in galaxy black ($600), the Xbox Series X 1TB all-digital console in robot white ($450), and the Xbox Series S 1TB all-digital in robot white ($350).Pre-order inventory is very limited, so if you want to be among the first to get your hands on one of these new systems, reserve your spot on Best Buy's pre-order list right...

Pre-order the new Xbox Series X and S consoles

If you're anticipating the rollout of Android 15, it looks like you'll have to wait a little longer. While most people hoped that the newest Pixel phone series, the 9, would launch with the newest software, that wasn't the case, as the phones launched earlier than usual. Because of that, new owners have to wait a little to take advantage of their phone's full power.

Google reveals Android 15 rollout timing, and it's not good news

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"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

You might have seen “Extended RAM” in your Android phone’s settings or spec sheet. Some companies call it RAM Plus, Virtual RAM, Memory Fusion, Dynamic Memory, or Expanded RAM. The feature supposedly “adds” extra memory to your phone. Let’s find out how (and if) it actually works.

What Is Extended RAM in Your Android Phone, and Is It Just a Gimmick

Cooking With Maryann

Chinese food is one of my favorites! Sometimes, all I want is a heaping bowl of beef broccoli and rice. Don't let the ingredient list scare you, it's quite simple to make, the most time consuming part is ingredient preparation. Sometimes, I will get the ingredients together the day prior or combine the parts that I can ahead of time so this meal preps in a snap! Here's what you'll need for 6 servings:

A Knockout Restaurant-Style Beef Broccoli

If you're looking to upgrade your home entertainment setup with a large screen but have limitations where a television simply won't work, there are several new options you'll want to pay attention to. Samsung has announced the addition of two new ultra short throw projectors to its lineup – the...

Samsung's new projectors bring a 130-inch display into your home - no big TV needed

Meta's annual Connect conference is almost here, and if you're interested in new hardware, you're in luck. While a large portion of the conference will likely focus on the company's AI efforts, at least two devices should debut: a new Quest headset and new smart glasses. Also: Why Meta's Ray-Ban...

What to expect from Meta Connect 2024: A more affordable Quest, AR glasses, and more

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According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Upgrading components in a desktop can lead to an "upgrade death spiral" of replacing multiple parts. Only cheap components, like chassis and power supply, are future-proof through multiple upgrades. Performance increases for CPUs and GPUs are too small to justify upgrading every generation. One of the key benefits touted for...

The Upgrade Argument for Desktops Doesn't Stand Up Anymore

The Cuktech P-series 25,000mAh power bank is on sale now on Amazon for $89. It looks good, works well, and has a build quality that makes it a truly high-end product. It's rather bulky for carrying in a pocket, and the device's finish tends to pick up dust. It's hard...

I've tested dozens of power banks, but I haven't seen one quite like this

Windows Central

Microsoft 365 users have flagged an issue affecting classic Outlook, which is crashing. The issue is caused by corrupted server-based rules for the M365 email account, but the company has offered a temporary workaround.

Do you hate the new Outlook for Windows? An annoying bug causes the classic version to crash at launch, but Microsoft has issued a workaround

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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Big news from Coral Gables: a stunning waterfront property has just been sold for a jaw-dropping $17.45 million. If you’re into real estate or just love a good mansion story, you’ll want to hear this.

Billionaire Family Snaps Up Florida Mansion for $17.5 Million

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This HP Copilot+ laptop is a remote worker's secret weapon, and I proved it

The OmniBook X 14, HP's new Copilot+ AI PC, is available now for $1,149. It's extremely portable and has perhaps one of the longest-lasting batteries on...

This HP Copilot+ laptop is a remote worker's secret weapon, and I proved it

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