Laptops

Samsung Galaxy Book Pro series now official

Samsung’s best notebooks to date

Published

April 28, 2021

Rodneil Quiteles

Samsung and its ever expanding Galaxy of devices are adding the Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360 to their portfolio.

This pair of notebooks holds features that make it seamless for Samsung Galaxy users to use their Galaxy smartphones and other Galaxy devices in tandem with each other.

A connected Galaxy

This connected Galaxy is possible thanks to Samsung’s close collaboration with Microsoft. This enables quick share and quick connect features also available in other notebooks. It’s made even more seamless among Galaxy devices.

Second screen lets users expand their display to a Galaxy tablet. Meanwhile, features like Link to Windows and Microsoft Your Phone lets users take calls, check notifications, access photos, messages, and run up to five apps on from their phone to their desktop. That’s about as close an integration as it’s going to get.

This is similar to the Huawei Share feature which took inspiration from and leveled up the iOS to MacOS connection. Speaking of such features, there’s also Quick Share which mimics AirDrop and works as the name suggests. Quickly share files by dragging and dropping them from one device to another. You also have Samsung Notes which syncs all your notes across different Galaxy devices.

It doesn’t stop there. With Easy bluetooth connection, accessories like the Galaxy Buds Pro will also instantly pair with the Galaxy Book Pro series notebooks. It can also act as your Smart Home hub as SmartThings is integrated within the notebooks. This means you can control smart lights and appliances directly on the notebook. SmartThings Find will also work which will help you locate any connected Galaxy device should you happen to misplace it.

Built for modern, mobile needs

The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro series is also part of the whole Intel EVO program. This means it’s a laptop specifically built with the user in mind. It enables overall enhanced performance along with quality of life features like quick to wake, Windows Hello, and many more.

Speaking of mobile, these notebooks won’t break your back as you carry them around. The Galaxy Book Pro weighs at just 0.87kg while only being 11.2mm thin. Meanwhile, the heaviest Galaxy Book Pro 360 tips the scales at just 1.39kg.

You can also choose to connect either via Wi-Fi as it is equipped with Wi-Fi 6, or rely on LTE or 5G should there be no Wi-Fi connection immediately available.

Naturally, these notebooks are powered by the latest 11th Gen Intel Core processors along with Intel Iris XE Graphics. This ensures the best level of Intel performance available today.

Video calling, creative needs

It also comes packed with Studio Mode. This lets you enjoy video call environments that help you look as you prefer wherever you are. Its built-in Intelligent Noise Cancelling, should only help bring audio clarity to the video conferencing reality we now all face.

If you’re feeling a little more creative, you can use the Screen Recorder and Samsung Studio Plus. These features aid in video production. They let you record yourself and your screen for quick tutorial videos that you can polish with built-in video editing tools.

The Galaxy Book Pro 360 takes creativity even further with the inclusion of an S Pen that’s 2.5x thicker than the usual. This means it feels more like a pen so whether you’re jotting down notes or making art with the pre-installed Clip Studio Paint app, you should have no trouble using the S Pen.

Price and availability

Both the Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360 are available for pre-order starting April 28 and will be available for purchase starting May 14.

Consumers who pre-order between April 28 and May 13 are eligible for the following deals:

Future credit if ordered through Amazon (US$ 150)
Gift certificate through Best Buy (US$ 150)
US$150 eCertificate or free Galaxy Buds Pro through Samsung.com and Samsung Experience
Stores.

Consumers who purchase Galaxy Book Pro at launch, between May 14 and May 30, are eligible for US$100 in future credit through Amazon, Best Buy, or Samsung.com, from wherever the purchase was made.

The Galaxy Book Pro which comes in Mystic Blue and Mystic Silver starts at US$ 999.99 for the 13″ model and US$ 1,099.99 for the 15″ model.

The Galaxy Book Pro 360 which comes in Mystic Navy and Mystic Bronze starts at US$ 1,199.99 for the 13″ model and US$ 1,299.99 for the 15″ model.

Laptops

Acer unveils Swift Air 14 and Swift Spin 14 AI with Intel’s latest processors

Thin, light, AI-powered laptops

Published

May 30, 2026

GadgetMatch

Acer has expanded its Swift laptop lineup with the launch of the new Swift Air 14 and Swift Spin 14 AI. The new Windows 11 laptops combine slim designs, dedicated AI hardware, and long battery life for users who want productivity on the go.

Swift Air 14 focuses on portability

Leading the announcement is the new Swift Air 14. Powered by Intel Core Series 3 processors, the laptop delivers up to 40 platform TOPS and up to 17 TOPS from its dedicated NPU for AI workloads. Acer says users can expect up to 19 hours of battery life, with fast charging capable of reaching 50 percent in around 30 minutes.

The Swift Air 14 weighs just 1.25kg and measures as thin as 12.9mm. Its all-aluminum chassis comes in Sage Green, Frost Blue, Blossom Pink, and Lilac Purple. A 180-degree hinge allows the laptop to lie flat when collaborating or sharing content.

For visuals, Acer equips the laptop with a 14-inch WUXGA display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and 100 percent sRGB color coverage. Quad speakers with DTS:X Ultra complete the entertainment package.

The Swift Air 14 also includes a 1080p IR webcam with a privacy shutter, Windows Hello facial recognition, Acer PurifiedVoice noise cancellation, Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, and a USB-A port.

Swift Spin 14 AI adds convertible flexibility

Acer also introduced the Swift Spin 14 AI. The new convertible features a 360-degree hinge that lets users switch between laptop, presentation, display, and tablet modes.

Inside is up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor. The system delivers up to 50 TOPS from its dedicated NPU and up to 100 platform TOPS overall. Acer claims battery life can reach up to 26 hours on a single charge.

The Swift Spin 14 AI features a 14-inch WUXGA IPS touch display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It also supports the optional Acer Active Stylus with Wacom AES 2.0 technology. The stylus supports shading and 4,096 pressure levels, making it useful for drawing, note-taking, and document signing.

Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, dual USB-A ports, and HDMI 2.1. Security features include a 5MP IR camera, fingerprint reader, human presence detection, and Acer User Sensing technology.

Acer brings AI features to both laptops

Both devices include a dedicated Copilot key for quick access to Microsoft’s AI assistant. Acer also bundles its own AI-powered software suite, including AcerSense and Acer Intelligence Space.

The suite includes tools such as Acer QR Capture, Acer AI Image Generator, and Acer Video Speed Controller. Acer says these features are designed to improve productivity, creativity, and day-to-day usability.

Acer has not yet announced local pricing or availability. The company says details will vary by market.

Laptops

MSI announces new Raider, Crosshair gaming laptops

Redesigned for better power

Published

May 19, 2026

GadgetMatch

MSI has unveiled its latest generation of high-performance gaming laptops, introducing comprehensive updates to the Raider, Crosshair, and Cyborg series.

The updated product lines include redesigns, as well as up to the latest Intel Core Ultra 200HX processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series laptop GPUs.

MSI Raider 16 HX: Flagship power

The premium tier is led by the redesigned MSI Raider 16 HX, which establishes a maximum total power delivery threshold of up to 300W of combined CPU and GPU output via MSI OverBoost technology.

This extreme performance is made possible by a newly designed Cooler Boost Trinity with Intra Flow thermal system. With up to three fans, six heat pipes, and an exclusive five-exhaust vent design, the laptop delivers exceptional cooling performance while keeping noise below 50 dBA.

It has a 16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS display with up to 240Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.

With two DDR5 memory slots, it can support up to 128GB of RAM, alongside dual M.2 slots for ample storage.

MSI Crosshair 16 HX: Mainstream performance realignment

Meanwhile, the mid-tier MSI Crosshair 16 HX receives a structural redesign that slims down the overall chassis depth while boosting overall thermal ceiling performance by 30W over the prior model.

It comes with a similar Cooler Boost thermal solution and quad-vent exhaust, while delivering up to 200W total system power.

Gamers can fully tap into that performance with a QHD+ 240Hz display. Connectivity gets an upgrade too, as the new I/O layout features three USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and repositioned HDMI and RJ-45 LAN ports.

The look is completed by the iconic RGB Crosshair aesthetic, with a more dynamic RGB backlit keyboard.

MSI Cyborg 15 Max: Major upgrades in performance, display

Lastly, the newly redesigned MSI Cyborg 15 series arrives with major upgrades. Particularly, the entry-level Cyborg 15 Max marks a substantial performance update for the budget tier.

It now has up to a 140W total system power, thanks to an Intel Core 200H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 GPU. This sets a new benchmark in the entry-level gaming segment.

The performance is likewise powered by a Cooler Boost thermal system. Overall, the Cyborg 15 Max achieves an impressive 122% increase in TGP.

The entire series is equipped with an FHD 144Hz display with 100% sRGB color gamut. Even connectivity is upgraded, with three USB-A ports and one USB-C port.