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Everything Apple Announced at Its 'Pro and Tell' Event: Touch-Screen MacBook Pro, M6 Macs, More

Joe Osborne — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:56:37 +0000
We've got all the details on Apple's week of MacBook, iMac, and iPad mini product announcements, including a MacBook Pro with an OLED touch screen.
Apple wrapped up a trio of big fall reveals at its "Pro and Tell" event in Los Angeles on Wednesday, including the launch of its first-ever touch-screen MacBook.
Things kicked off on Monday with an iPad mini refresh, followed by the M6 iMac and MacBook Pro on Tuesday. Everything's available for …

First Look: I Uncovered Everything New About the M6 iMac So You Don't Have To

Joe Osborne — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:39:29 +0000
The 2026 iMac update is purely an internal-components upgrade, so here's what you need to know about its guts if you're considering Apple's latest all-in-one.
LOS ANGELES—The iMac is back, but you wouldn't know it just by looking at it. Yes, this is the same iMac all-in-one (AIO) design that debuted back in 2021 and was later updated with M4 silicon …

Apple Releases Mac Studio With 512GB of RAM, But It Costs As Much As a Small Car

Michael Kan — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:22:25 +0000
If you upgrade the storage to 16TB, the Mac Studio's price approaches $30,000.
If you already thought Apple’s Mac Studio was expensive, it turns out the desktop PC can cost a whole lot more.
In August, the company mentioned it was preparing a Mac Studio configuration with a whopping 512GB of unified RAM, doubling the memory. On Wednesday, it …

Apple 'Pro and Tell' Event Live: New M6 Macs, and Everything Else Announced So Far

Joe Osborne — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:26:22 +0000
Join us live from Los Angeles on Wednesday at 10 a.m. (PT), as Apple wraps up a week of new MacBook, iMac, and iPad mini product announcements. We've got all the details.
LOS ANGELES—On Wednesday, Oct. 28, Apple is holding a special event in Los Angeles that it has dubbed "Pro and Tell." However, much of the "tell" has already been told: The company has been busy since the start of the week teasing out a host of new core Apple hardware. …

Apple's 'Pro and Tell' Oct. 28 Event: All the Macs and iPads Revealed So Far

Joe Osborne — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:22:23 +0000
A new iPad mini, MacBook Pro, and iMac headline Cupertino's freshly revealed hardware. But is there more in store?
For the past few weeks, the Apple rumor mill has worked overtime in the run-up to the company's Los Angeles product showcase on October 28—and it turns out that the speculation contained many truths. In fact, before I boarded my flight to Los Angeles, Apple announced a thinner iPad mini on Monday, Cupertino announced the M6 iMac and M6 MacBook Pros today.
For its all-in-one, Apple has retained its distinct design, colors, and price, while giving its internals …

Asus Ascent QN10 Review: This Climber Gets Grounded by the Mac mini

Michael Justin Allen Sexton — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000

AI is everywhere now, but make no mistake, we are still deep in the early days of the AI age. While people are using and testing AI across various use cases, developers and vibe-coders race to build new AI tools and technologies that may radically alter how we use computers …

The Best Mini Desktops for 2026

Matthew Buzzi, Michael Justin Allen Sexton — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000
Looking to save space without sacrificing power? Our experts tested the latest mini desktops—Windows and macOS alike—to find the most capable, customizable, and cost-effective tiny PCs for every user.
The Mini Desktop Basics
Size is the name of the game when it comes to mini desktops; after all, why else consider this category? Modern systems can pack more performance into compact frames than ever, some even surpassing full-size machines from the past.
Most of these desktops are simple squares or …

The Best All-in-One Computers for 2026

Matthew Buzzi, John Burek — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:39:40 +0000
If you want space savings, power, and flexibility—all from a single desktop computer—you need an all-in-one (AIO) PC. We've got the advice, backed by our lab-based reviews, to help you find the right AIO.
So, you just started shopping for an AIO? The first thing to look at (no pun intended) is the display—the centerpiece of any AIO. While some less expensive AIO PCs come with panels smaller than 23 inches, they are better suited to exceedingly cramped spaces such as classroom labs or …

Don't Miss Out on Last-Chance Gaming PC Deals From Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days

K. Thor Jensen — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:14:27 +0000
The 48-hour sale passed by in an instant, but we've managed to hold on to laptops and desktops that deliver peak performance at low prices.
Amazon's annual Prime Big Deal Days sale wrapped up at midnight, and shoppers looking to upgrade their PC gaming capabilities made out like bandits, with some of the year's best discounts on top-rated laptops and desktops tricked out with the latest Nvidia graphics cards, lightning-fast …

Prime Day Desktop Deals From Apple, Dell, HP, and Lenovo Are Still Hanging On

K. Thor Jensen — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:58:10 +0000
If you missed out on Prime Big Deal Days, we found a few desktop deals you can still grab.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days wrapped up at midnight, but there are a few holdout offers still available for procrastinating PCMag readers. I've still got top-rated desktops from some of our favorite brands at deep discounts, including price cuts on …

These Prime Day Gaming PC Deals From Acer, Alienware, and Asus Are Going Fast

K. Thor Jensen — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:58:21 +0000
There are only a few hours left in Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, and if you want a powerhouse gaming laptop or desktop from top brands, get to clicking.
Amazon's annual Prime Big Deal Days sale ends at midnight tonight, and if you haven't checked it out yet, you risk missing some of the year's deepest discounts on top-rated tech. Want to up your game with a new PC? I've found 12 …

Desktop Deals for Prime Day From Apple, Dell, HP, and Lenovo Are Still Going Strong

K. Thor Jensen — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:51:23 +0000
We're PCMag, so you know we've got the scoop on all the best PCs discounted for Amazon's two-day sale. Everything ends at midnight tonight, so get shopping ASAP.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days come to a close at midnight tonight, and even though we've delivered hundreds of price drops on the best tech in the world, we're still not done. I've got 11 top-rated desktops from some of …

Snag the Brand-New M6 Apple Mac mini for the Lowest Price You Might See All Year During Prime Day

Michael Justin Allen Sexton — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:56:14 +0000
One of the best sales during Amazon's Big Deal Days is this relatively massive $120 discount on the Apple Mac mini that just dropped weeks ago. You'll be hard-pressed to find this price or lower after Prime Day.
Here’s your chance to get a cutting-edge piece of computing without paying full price. Apple’s most recent Mac mini desktop computer is a surprisingly powerful piece of hardware that is packed into an impressively small space. It just launched at $899, but you can snag …

Desktop PC Prime Day Deal Prices You Might Never See Again; Take It From a Pro

Joe Osborne — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:06:42 +0000
With the ongoing memory shortage, computer prices will continue to spike. Save big on an excellent midrange Corsair desktop, a cool Geekom mini PC, and a 4K Lenovo all-in-one, thanks to Amazon's Big Deal Days.
Amazon's last big Prime Day push before Black Friday is here, and it couldn't be more welcome for computer users, from everyday mainstream folks to power-hungry enthusiasts. After all, the memory shortage is in full swing, having driven up prices over …

Lenovo Yoga AIO i Aura Edition (32-Inch, Intel): A High-Style, High-Power All-In-One

Michael Justin Allen Sexton — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Few tower-style desktops can match the sleek and fashionable design of a modern all-in-one desktop. While it all comes down to taste, the Lenovo Yoga AIO i Aura Edition (32-inch, Intel) is one of the most fashion-forward AIOs that we've seen come through …

Facing Memory Crunch, Nvidia Creates 64GB RTX Spark. It Still Costs $4,999

Michael Kan — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:35:42 +0000
Despite lowering the memory, the 64GB DGX Spark models will start at $4,999, or $1,000 more than the 128GB version at launch.
The ongoing memory shortage has prompted Nvidia to create a 64GB version of its DGX Spark mini PC, which runs AI models locally. The only problem? The upcoming product costs even more than the original 128GB model did when it launched a year ago.
The …

Trade In Your Old Tech, Get a Discount on Maingear PCs

Jon Martindale — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000
With RAM and other component prices still out of control, Maingear teams up with trade-in firm SELLIT9 to provide gift cards for old hardware.
Custom PC manufacturer Maingear has a new trade-in scheme that lets you swap your old phone, laptop, tablet, and other high-end electronics for a discount on your next PC upgrade, and every trade-in before Oct. 14 earns you an extra 5%.
With RAM and other component prices still out of control, …

Apple Mac Studio M5 Ultra vs. M3 Ultra: Should You Upgrade, or Hold the Line?

Brian Westover — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0000
Does your workflow merit splurging for Apple's compact M5 Ultra power machine? I tested the latest Ultra-level Mac Studios to see how they stack up on performance.
Design: Did Apple Change the Mac Studio's Chassis?
The first thing you'll notice about the new Mac Studio is that, in true Apple fashion, the external design remains almost exactly the same. That squared-off form factor remains identical across the old and new generations, with an all-aluminum unibody chassis measuring 3.7 …

Apple Mac mini M6 vs. M5 Pro: Which Compact Mac Is Best for You?

Joe Osborne — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:38:31 +0000
I've tested both of Apple's 2026 Mac mini models, so I know exactly who should buy Apple's smallest desktops. Here's how the M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini compare on performance, price, and other key traits.
Design: This Chassis Still 'Just Works'
Don't expect a new look or feel from the latest Mac minis. Apple thinks this design ID still has legs, and I agree.
The Mac mini's enclosure is still incredibly compact, measuring just 5 by 5 inches, but the two models differ slightly in weight: …

Geekom A9 Max 2026 Edition Review: An Outpaced and Out-Priced Mini PC

Michael Justin Allen Sexton — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Geekom is a competitive, prolific, and value-minded maker of mini PCs, but no one bats 1.000 on every model. The A9 Max 2026 Edition, one of Geekom's newest efforts, comes equipped with a cutting-edge AMD Ryzen processor and starts at $1,299. (Our slightly upticked test …

The Best PCs (Desktop Computers) for 2026

Joe Osborne — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:14:29 +0000
Classic towers, sleek all-in-ones, space-saving mini PCs: Today's desktops pack neater designs and more value than ever. See our recent favorites based on our deep-dive reviews, plus all the shopping advice you need.
To help you make the right decision in your search for the best desktop, we've compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions on the topic, as well as a few additional helpful facts to inform your choice.
How Do I Choose a Good Desktop Computer?
Based on our pick list, …

Apple Mac mini 2024 vs. 2026: Yes, It's Already Time to Upgrade Your Mac Desktop

Tom Brant — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:58:38 +0000
What a difference two years can make! We tested the new Mac mini models, and can confirm: For certain users, the performance increases will justify Apple's 2026 price hikes.
Ports and Connectivity: The Upgrades Are on the Small Side
Let's get the easy stuff out of the way first. From the outside, the 2026 Mac mini is physically identical to the 2024 Mac mini. Both have three Thunderbolt ports (Thunderbolt 4 for the M6,

The Best Desktop Workstations for 2026

Eric Grevstad, Charles Jefferies — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:11:19 +0000
Meet the most serious PCs on the planet: desktop workstations, certified to crunch through the most demanding design and rendering jobs and process the most intimidating datasets. Here's what you need to know as you shop for a genuine heavyweight (even if it's small in size).
How to Choose the Right Workstation Processor
The central processing unit (CPU) is the powerhouse of any computer—and for a workstation, you're going to need maximum oomph to power through complex workloads. Some workstations even come packed with more than one CPU. To estimate a CPU's processing power, reference its core …

Apple Mac Studio (2026, M5 Ultra) Review: Quad-Die Processing Power to Die For

Brian Westover — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:01:09 +0000

Apple's going through some big changes of late: for starters, a new CEO, and a new folding iPhone. But beyond that, the classic Mac Studio has seen a surprising evolution, finding a special niche among the AI faithful. That crowd has embraced the Studio's …

Apple Mac mini (2026, M6) Review: Making Mincemeat of Midpriced Mini-Desktops

Joe Osborne — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:01:01 +0000

The budget Mac mini is dead; long live a new midrange marvel, the M6 Mac mini. Apple's latest mini desktop now has a considerably steeper starting price at $899, but it also bulked up big-time with the move to M6 processing. While the system still …

Apple Mac mini (2026, M5 Pro) Review: Same Small Frame, New Benchmarking Powerlifts

Joe Osborne — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:00:51 +0000

Nowadays, Apple's midrange workstation desktop is an unassuming little guy: the classic Mac mini, but outfitted with a "Pro"-level processor instead of a base M-series chip. That little beast has returned—and it's rearmed and ready to dominate performance charts. And that's exactly what the M5 Pro …

Asus NUC 16 Pro Mini Review: A Powerhouse Mini PC for Work and Play

Michael Justin Allen Sexton — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:44:12 +0000

This isn't your father's NUC—or even the NUC you may remember from five or 10 years ago. The PC industry keeps finding ways to pack beefier silicon into ever-tinier machines. Case in point: the Asus NUC 16 Pro Mini. Our punchy test model (expected to sell for around $3,000), kitted …

The Best Windows Mini PCs for 2026

Matthew Buzzi, John Burek — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:14:34 +0000
Some are bare-bones kits. Others are ready to go out of the box, complete with an operating system, RAM, and memory installed. Whatever the form, these expert-tested Windows micro desktops all deliver surprising features, value, and pep for their size.
We're seeing clear stratification in the market for tiny Windows desktop PCs. The very smallest PCs might be termed the "stick class," pioneered by the Intel Atom-CPU-powered Intel Compute Stick we first reviewed more than a decade ago, followed by similar sticks from Asus, …

HP Celebrates Labor Day With Deep Discounts on Laptops and Desktops

K. Thor Jensen — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:08:30 +0000
Enjoy your day off from work by browsing these incredible discounts on highly rated HP hardware for home and office use.
Monday is here, and if you're celebrating a day off, take some time to explore the Labor Day deals we've found across the world of tech. All the major manufacturers and retailers are unleashing incredible end-of-summer discounts on well-reviewed products, and I'm clocking in …

Cash In With Dell's Massive Labor Day Sale on Laptops and Desktops

K. Thor Jensen — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 22:45:07 +0000
Need a new PC? Take a minute out of your holiday weekend and dig all of these deep discounts from Dell on an array of their top-rated machines.
It's a lovely Labor Day weekend, and no matter what your plans are, set some time aside for shopping. Holiday deals are here on a wide variety of tech, and Dell's online store is leading the way with some seriously …

AMD Creates a Threadripper Desktop PC for AI Models

Michael Kan — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:12:31 +0000
AMD’s Threadripper Halo Station is poised to compete with Nvidia’s DGX Station tower PCs. Expect exorbitant pricing.
At IFA in Berlin this week, AMD introduced a new powerhouse desktop PC line, Threadripper Halo Station, designed to run AI models locally.
"This is the most powerful workstation in the world," says AMD SVP and General Manager Jack Huynh. "Designed and engineered …

Lenovo Refreshes the Desktop for the AI Era, From Living Rooms to Offices

Brian Westover — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Lenovo’s IFA 2026 desktop lineup spans Pantone-curated lifestyle fashions and AI-ready ThinkCentre machines built for agentic workloads.
At IFA 2026 in Berlin, Lenovo unveiled a revamped desktop portfolio engineered for the agentic AI era. The new lineup spans high-performance modular mini-clusters for enterprise power users to lifestyle-driven PCs for the modern home, headlined by three …

Mac mini 2024 vs. Mac mini 2026: Apple's Littlest PC Muscles Up for AI. Should You Upgrade?

Tom Brant — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:01:10 +0000
What a difference two years makes: Apple says its forthcoming 2026 Mac mini will be up to four times better at running AI workflows, thanks to its new M6 processor. Can that justify spending $900?
Ports and Connectivity: Nothing Much Has Changed
Let’s get the easy stuff out of the way first. From the outside, the 2026 Mac mini is physically identical to the 2024 Mac mini. Both have three Thunderbolt ports (version 4 or 5, depending on the processor you choose), two USB Type-C ports, …

Refreshed Mac Studio Comes With New M5 Chips, Possible $18,299 Price Tag

Michael Kan — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:04:28 +0000
Apple is pitching the high-end Mac desktop for users interested in running AI locally. But expect to pay exorbitant prices; an M5 Ultra version starts at $5,499 and goes up from there.
As part of today's Mac refresh, Apple is updating its higher-end Mac Studio with new M5 Max and M5 Ultra processors. It promises a "monumental leap in AI performance," but buyers should brace for sky-high pricing.
The company is …

Apple Updates Mac mini With M6, M5 Pro Processors and a Price Hike

Jibin Joseph — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:57:11 +0000
Apple tips up to four times faster AI performance on its compact desktop PCs.
Ahead of its annual fall event, Apple has refreshed the Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro processors.
With the upgrade, Apple retains the size of the M4 Mac mini but packs a new M6 processor to deliver four times better AI performance, two times …

Surprise, Surprise: Apple May Launch New Mac mini Before iPhone 18 Pro

Jibin Joseph — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:06:57 +0000
Apple has tested the new Mac mini with both M5 and M6 processors and could launch the device before the end of this month, Bloomberg reports.
With Apple’s fall event just weeks away, everyone is eager to find out what the iPhone 18 Pro and the foldable iPhone offer. Before all the attention turns toward those flagship phones, Apple may surprisingly launch a new compact …

Don’t Buy an iMac Right Now: Apple May Be Readying a New M6 Version

James Peckham — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:31:13 +0000
A new rumor says Apple plans to refresh its iMac desktop later this year with a major processor upgrade.
A refreshed iMac joins the long list of rumored upcoming Apple products, according to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The new rumor included in Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter says a new model is imminent and may be on sale before …

The Best Desktop Computers for Business in 2026

Matthew Buzzi — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:25:24 +0000
Not all employees need or want laptops. If you're looking for desktop PCs for your company—whether just a few or a whole fleet—start with our buying advice and top-rated recommendations. We'll help you maximize your PC-buying ROI.
Assessing CPUs: Intel Core, Xeon, or AMD Ryzen?
Multi-core processors, particularly in the Intel Core i3, Core i5, and Core i7 lines, and the newer Core Ultra 5 and 7, are the norm in business PCs. (A Celeron or Pentium CPU is a sign of an aged, low-end model to …

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Everything Apple Announced at Its 'Pro and Tell' Event: Touch-Screen MacBook Pro, M6 Macs, More

First Look: I Uncovered Everything New About the M6 iMac So You Don't Have To

Apple Releases Mac Studio With 512GB of RAM, But It Costs As Much As a Small Car

Apple 'Pro and Tell' Event Live: New M6 Macs, and Everything Else Announced So Far

Apple's 'Pro and Tell' Oct. 28 Event: All the Macs and iPads Revealed So Far

Asus Ascent QN10 Review: This Climber Gets Grounded by the Mac mini

The Best Mini Desktops for 2026

The Mini Desktop Basics

The Best All-in-One Computers for 2026

Don't Miss Out on Last-Chance Gaming PC Deals From Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days

Prime Day Desktop Deals From Apple, Dell, HP, and Lenovo Are Still Hanging On

These Prime Day Gaming PC Deals From Acer, Alienware, and Asus Are Going Fast

Desktop Deals for Prime Day From Apple, Dell, HP, and Lenovo Are Still Going Strong

Snag the Brand-New M6 Apple Mac mini for the Lowest Price You Might See All Year During Prime Day

Desktop PC Prime Day Deal Prices You Might Never See Again; Take It From a Pro

Lenovo Yoga AIO i Aura Edition (32-Inch, Intel): A High-Style, High-Power All-In-One

Facing Memory Crunch, Nvidia Creates 64GB RTX Spark. It Still Costs $4,999

Trade In Your Old Tech, Get a Discount on Maingear PCs

Apple Mac Studio M5 Ultra vs. M3 Ultra: Should You Upgrade, or Hold the Line?

Design: Did Apple Change the Mac Studio's Chassis?

Apple Mac mini M6 vs. M5 Pro: Which Compact Mac Is Best for You?

Design: This Chassis Still 'Just Works'

Geekom A9 Max 2026 Edition Review: An Outpaced and Out-Priced Mini PC

The Best PCs (Desktop Computers) for 2026

How Do I Choose a Good Desktop Computer?

Apple Mac mini 2024 vs. 2026: Yes, It's Already Time to Upgrade Your Mac Desktop

Ports and Connectivity: The Upgrades Are on the Small Side

The Best Desktop Workstations for 2026

How to Choose the Right Workstation Processor

Apple Mac Studio (2026, M5 Ultra) Review: Quad-Die Processing Power to Die For

Apple Mac mini (2026, M6) Review: Making Mincemeat of Midpriced Mini-Desktops

Apple Mac mini (2026, M5 Pro) Review: Same Small Frame, New Benchmarking Powerlifts

Asus NUC 16 Pro Mini Review: A Powerhouse Mini PC for Work and Play

The Best Windows Mini PCs for 2026

HP Celebrates Labor Day With Deep Discounts on Laptops and Desktops

Cash In With Dell's Massive Labor Day Sale on Laptops and Desktops

AMD Creates a Threadripper Desktop PC for AI Models

Lenovo Refreshes the Desktop for the AI Era, From Living Rooms to Offices

Mac mini 2024 vs. Mac mini 2026: Apple's Littlest PC Muscles Up for AI. Should You Upgrade?

Ports and Connectivity: Nothing Much Has Changed

Refreshed Mac Studio Comes With New M5 Chips, Possible $18,299 Price Tag

Apple Updates Mac mini With M6, M5 Pro Processors and a Price Hike

Surprise, Surprise: Apple May Launch New Mac mini Before iPhone 18 Pro

Don’t Buy an iMac Right Now: Apple May Be Readying a New M6 Version

The Best Desktop Computers for Business in 2026

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