In the technology realm, the occasion that sets the tone for the year is frequently the one that shapes it, and this prestigious title consistently belongs to CES (previously known as the Consumer Electronics Show) — a showcase celebrated as everything from the largest gadget exhibition globally to the most influential tech event worldwide.
The Laptop Mag team is covering live from Las Vegas, Nevada throughout the show from January 7 to January 10. It’s from this location that we will provide coverage on the newest computing introductions and unveil the top consumer technology presented here, aiming to announce our fresh lineup of Laptop Laurels winners throughout the exhibit.
CES provides a platform for brands to shine and captivate, featuring everything from this year’s most significant chipset announcements to imaginative designs that expand the potential of what technology can offer in the future.
Welcome to Laptop Mag‘s CES 2025 special edition, your go-to source for all things consumer tech from this year’s exhibition. Save and revisit this page for updates and news straight from CES 2025, or follow us on X, Facebook, Threads, Instagram, Bluesky, Flipboard, and LinkedIn for the latest updates as they arrive, directly to your social platforms.
CES 2025: Recent updates
Upon wearing these smart glasses, I realized my laptop was destined for a transformation
Sightful reintroduces Spacetop as a solely software-driven product at CES, eliminating its display-free laptop in the process.
Nvidia GeForce NOW has just transformed the Steam Deck and Quest 3 headsets into gaming powerhouses
Nvidia’s cloud gaming service will deliver thousands of PC titles to Steam Deck handheld systems and Meta Quest headsets with graphics comparable to RTX 4080.
Razer’s latest Blade 16 is touted as its slimmest, most robust gaming laptop to date
Razer presents the slimmest and smallest Blade 16 gaming laptop ever at just 0.59 inches thick, making it even slimmer than the Apple MacBook Pro 16.
Asus unveils RTX 50-series ROG Strix and Strix Scar gaming laptops
Asus has introduced new ROG gaming notebooks at CES 2025, providing us with an initial glimpse at the latest ROG Strix and ROG Strix Scar series.
The latest ROG Flow Z13 gaming tablet from Asus can be combined with its new ROG XG Mobile GPU, totaling around $4,000.
The trend of portable gaming PCs continues to rise, making Asus’ advancement with the ROG Flow Z13 gaming tablet a compelling decision.
My preferred gaming laptop returns at CES 2025 — will the Asus Zephyrus G14 achieve a flawless rating?
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 was the initial gaming laptop that made my heart swell three times. Can Asus replicate that success at CES 2025? I believe so.
Alienware breathes new life into Area 51 gaming laptops and desktops in celebration of an early 30th anniversary
Alienware has introduced a fresh line of A-51 desktops and laptops, a brand revival that we are eagerly looking forward to.
The HP Victus 15 refresh introduces updated hardware, AI gaming, and a pink option.
HP has just revealed a refresh of the cost-effective HP Victus 15, one of their most sought-after gaming laptops — and rightly so.
This intelligent 10-port USB-C charger could be the last charging device you’ll ever require.
Plugable, a company specializing in accessories based in Washington, has unveiled the “world’s first” 10-port charger featuring smart power distribution.
Plugable’s robust docking station accommodates a multitude of 4K displays.
Plugable is already recognized forits sturdy add-ons, and its newly launched UD-7400PD docking station embodies that principle.
HP’s corporate laptop array transitions to Lunar Lake at CES 2025 with the introduction of the new EliteBook X and EliteBook Ultra — will they surpass the Snapdragon?
HP commenced CES 2025 with a trio of refreshed business laptops within its EliteBook series, all equipped with Intel’s latest Lunar Lake processors.
Our top budget laptop has just received a makeover at CES 2025 — will it retain its leading position in 2025?
Acer launched CES 2025 by introducing revamped versions of the Swift Go 14, Swift Go 16, Swift Go 14 AI, and Swift Go 16 AI.
Acer’s colossal CES 2025 gaming handheld appears utterly absurd
The Acer Nitro Blaze 11 features a gigantic 10.95-inch screen, making it the largest prominent Windows gaming handheld we have encountered.
Dell is aiming for Apple with its new Dell, Dell Pro, and Dell Pro Max laptops (yes, really that)
Dell is undergoing a complete rebranding of its laptop range, discontinuing its XPS, Inspiron, Latitude, and Precision lines in favor of a new line-up.
Beware MacBook Pro! HP’s ZBook Ultra could be the most portable powerhouse workstation ever
The ZBook series provides remarkable performance, outstanding displays, and exceptional portability that cater to professional demands at notably premium prices.
Acer launches enhanced Windows gaming handheld at CES 2025, but does it address our issues?
Acer is broadening its gaming handheld selection with the Nitro Blaze 8, providing a more spacious build for those who favor a more captivating display.
AMD revamps its CPU portfolio for AI PCs, portable gaming, and beyond
AMD has introduced innovative processors for AI PCs, gaming systems, portable gaming devices, and workstations at CES 2025 in Las Vegas.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X is set to realize the $600 Copilot+ PC in 2025
Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon X chipset at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, marking its entry into the affordable laptop market with Snapdragon X devices.
Intel’s Arrow Lake Core Ultra 200H and HX processors boast up to a 20% performance boost compared to the previous generation
Intel’s “Arrow Lake” design has made its comeback on laptops with the launch of Intel Core Ultra 200H and Intel Core Ultra 200HX chipsets.
These AI smart glasses just surpassed my cherished Ray-Ban Meta frames at CES 2025
Halliday smart glasses are pushing the limits of wearable AI and smart eyewear technology and are expected to launch early this year.
CES 2025: Laptop Accolades
Throughout this year’s exhibition, we will be recognizing products that genuinely distinguish themselves with our Laptop Accolades — Laptop Mag’s own stamp of approval for the finest technology showcased at CES 2025.
With an on-ground presence in Las Vegas, Nevada, Laptop Mag‘s collective expertise spans a wide array of technology fields, including laptops, mobile devices, processors, artificial intelligence, and more. Their coverage will deliver you up-to-date news, practical reviews, and consumer tech highlights from CES 2025.
This year’s reporting team comprises Laptop Mag Editor-in-Chief Nick Lucchesi, Managing Editor Sean Riley, Senior News Editor James Pero, Staff Writer Madeline Ricchiuto, and Contributing Writer Joanna Nelius.
Nick Lucchesi is a journalist and editor who serves as editor-in-chief for Laptop Magazine. He has experience in content marketing for tech firms and has held several leadership positions, including Editor-in-Chief for Inverse. He began his career as a daily newspaper reporter before traveling the nation as a web editor for alternative weekly publications.
Sean Riley has been reporting on technology professionally for over ten years now. Much of that duration was spent as a freelancer covering diverse subjects such as smartphones, wearables, tablets, smart home technology, laptops, AR, VR, mobile payments, fintech, and more. Sean is the in-house mobile specialist at Laptop Mag, focusing on phones and wearables, and you will come across numerous news articles, reviews, how-to guides, and opinion columns on these topics from him here.
James is the Senior News Editor for Laptop Mag. Previously he covered technology at Inverse and Input. His writing spans topics from AI to smartphones and electric mobility, and in his spare time, he enjoys creating unlistenable rock music with GarageBand. Outside of his professional life, you can catch him exploring New York City on an endless quest to discover the least expensive dive bar.
A former lab assistant for Tom’s Guide, Laptop Mag, Tom’s Hardware, and Tech Radar; Madeline has fled the labs to become a Staff Writer at Laptop Mag. With over ten years of expertise writing about technology and gaming, she might actually know a thing or two. Sometimes. When she is not covering the newest laptops and AI programs, Madeline enjoys diving into the sea as a PADI scuba diving instructor and passionate underwater photography fan.
Joanna Nelius serves as a contributing writer at Laptop Mag. She has covered and assessed laptops for The Verge, Gizmodo, PC Gamer, and USA Today.