#laptop-design

#laptop-design

Laptop cooling pads have been around for decades, and the idea has always been simple: provide extra air to blow through a laptop that's otherwise restricted by its own cooling system. In theory, more air means lower temperatures-and, ultimately, better performance. This is the whole idea of the power modes that exist in Windows, which ramp up the RPMs (rotations per minute) of the fans to add more air to both improve performance.

Back in early 2025, Dell made a bold move. The company announced that it was going to rebrand its entire portfolio. Classic names like "XPS" and "Inspiron" were thrown out to be replaced with more generic-sounding titles. These include "Dell," "Dell Pro," and "Dell Premium." I've been anxious to try out this generation to see if it introduces a new era for Dell or if it's more of the same. I recently had that opportunity with the .

Chinese brand Honor, originally launched by Huawei as a smartphone sub-brand, then spun off in 2020, certainly isn't the biggest name in laptops. But here at Creative Bloq, we like to ignore the marketing hype and focus on what devices are actually like to use. So I've been objectively putting the Honor MagicBook Pro 14 through its paces... and it's been quite a revelation.

The Dynabook Tecra A60-M is a solid business laptop with a sturdy build, great battery life, and low failure rates, making it a worthy candidate for enterprise use.

E Ink has introduced a touchpad that doubles as a customizable display, ensuring functionality and interactivity are always at your fingertips, changing laptop design.

The a_77 laptop designed by Braz de Pina showcases a fresh approach that begins with the keyboard, leading to a unique, compact design.