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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 8th Gen now available for pre-order in Singapore

More business-oriented features than ever

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Lenovo’s ThinkPad line is known for robust business laptops that can withstand the test of time. One of the popular laptops from the ThinkPad lineup is the X1 Carbon, which is now in its 8th generation. Now, Lenovo is bringing this latest iteration of the X1 Carbon to Singapore.

Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Carbon 8th-gen has more business-oriented features than ever. Performance gets a huge bump with the addition of 10th-gen Intel Core processors with Pro. Those who wanted high-speed Internet access can get it with the inclusion of WiFi 6 on this laptop.

Remote work is all the trend nowadays. Thankfully, the X1 Carbon has a one-touch video calling button. Those who always participate in a teleconference will appreciate this inclusion within the function button. The keyboard remains the same with this generation, featuring excellent key travel and feedback for professionals on the go. Meanwhile, the carbon fiber chassis keeps the laptop light and compact.

The selection of ports in ThinkPad X1 Carbon remains unchanged. Two Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports flank the left side along with 1 x USB-A 3.1, an HDMI 1.4 port, and an audio jack. Meanwhile, the right side only has a lone USB-A 3.1 port. All configurations also get a MicroSD card reader.

The battery life from this laptop remains at 51Wh, which is enough for a day’s usage. Business-minded professionals who are conscious of their privacy and security can also make use of the ThinkShutter webcam cover and ThinkShield solutions present on this laptop. It is also certified with MIL-STD spec rating, so it can survive moderate drops and liquid spills.

Pricing and availability

Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Carbon 8th-gen starts at SG$ 3,449 with a Core i5-10210U processor. Buyers can configure the laptop up to a six-core Core i7 processor. Display options range from touchscreen FHD to 4K IPS with HDR400. Memory maxes out at 16GB, while storage caps at 2TB of SSD. The laptop can be had on a 12-month installment plan for Citibank cardholders.

Pre-ordering the ThinkPad X1 Carbon also entitles the buyers to 75% discount on select accessories such as X1 Noise Cancelling headphones and 3-year Premier Support.

All Lenovo buyers who spend a minimum of SG$ 2,000 and above on the official online store are also entitled to an exclusive Lenovo-Tealive Bubble Tea Kit worth SG$ 80. This offer is available only for the first 150 buyers.

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Alienware celebrates 30th anniversary with new Area-51 laptops

The series features Alienware 30, an all-new design language.

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Despite the rise of more gaming brands, Alienware is still one of the most recognizable names for gamers who want dedicated hardware. This year, the brand is celebrating its 30th anniversary. To commemorate the milestone, Alienware has launched the new Area-51 and Aurora notebooks.

Alienware Area-51

Alienware’s Area-51 lineup is the brand’s flagship line of notebooks, packing in the best of the best from the industry. This time is no different.

First of all, the new series will rock Alienware 30, a new design philosophy made especially for the 30th anniversary. On the outside, the laptops have fluid contours, emphasizing curves opposed to the industry’s more angular contemporaries. It also has a Zero Hinge, which hides the laptop’s hinge from view. Finally, it has pillowed palm rests to make usage easy for long gaming sessions.

The 16-inch model can rock up to a WQXGA Anti-Glare OLED screen, featuring 240Hz refresh rate and 620 peak HDR nits. It will also have an LCD option. Alternatively, the 18-inch model has a WQXGA screen, featuring 300Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of brightness.

Inside, the Alienware Area-51 boasts up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GPU. For memory, gamers can enjoy up to 64GB Dual-Channel DDR5. Finally, for storage, the series can rock up to 2TB SSD natively but can support up to 3 slots, allowing for up to 12TB of internal storage.

The series will have a sizable 96Whr battery. This is complemented by a 280W adapter and the brand’s largest fans by volume to keep things cool.

Alienware 16X Aurora

For those who portability over raw power, the new Alienware 16X Aurora fits inside any day-to-day kit. For example, it ditches the thermal shelf typical of most gaming notebooks today to increase portability. It has rounded edges to make it easier to grasp and to create a slightly pillowed palm rest, similar to its flagship counterpart.

The 16-inch WQXGA OLED panel touts 240Hz refresh rate, 0.2ms response time, and 620 nits HDR peak brightness.

Inside, the notebook has up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU. These specs are paired with up to 64GB Dual-Channel DDR5 memory and up to 2TB SSD.

Finally, the Alienware 16X Aurora will have a 90Whr battery. This is supported by up to a 280W charger (for the RTX 5070 variant).

Price, availability

Both series are available starting today, March 17.

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Apple MacBook Neo Review

The Mac You’ve Been Waiting For!

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Apple disrupts the industry with their latest MacBook — an affordable to say the very least.

If you’re a student, a first-time Mac owner, someone who’s been priced out of this ecosystem their whole life, someone who just needs a laptop for basic tasks but one that looks great, without slowing them down, this is it!

Or maybe you’re torn choosing between the MacBook Neo and the more powerful M5 MacBook Air?

Well, that’s what we’re here for. Here’s our review with the all-new MacBook Neo.

Get the MacBook Neo here!

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Hands-on: NEW iPhone 17e, iPad Air, MacBooks, Studio Displays

What Apple has announced other than the MacBook Neo

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The MacBook Neo was the star of yesterday’s Apple event, and it has every right to be but it’s been a big week for Apple.

So as promised, we also went hands-on with every other device announced this week: iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Air, M5 MacBook Air, MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, and the new Studio Displays.

 

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