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HP announced the OmniDesk Mini Desktop PC, claimed as the world’s first AI mini PC, built around Intel Core Ultra Series 3 with a dedicated NPU and Thunderbolt Share for seamless multi‑PC control; the compact workstation supports up to four 4K displays and has two Thunderbolt 4 ports, targeting creators and AI developers, with a launch set for August 2026 and pricing to be announced.
Microsoft unveiled Surface Pro for Business and Surface Laptop for Business powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 on the 18A node, with an upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 to enable on-device AI, signaling a push toward local AI inference for enterprise workloads, while IDC notes a volatile PC market that could pressure pricing and demand.
ASUS announced the ExpertBook Ultra (B9406CAA) is now available in the U.S. The ultralight business laptop weighs about 2.43 pounds, is 0.43 inches thick, and packs an Intel Core Ultra Series CPU with up to 50 TOPS NPU AI performance, ASUS ExpertCool Pro cooling, a 3K OLED touchscreen up to 1400 nits, a six-speaker Dolby Atmos setup, and enterprise security features (ASUS ExpertGuardian with PQC). It includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a 70Wh battery. Priced at $3599.99 in Jet Fog; Morn Grey will launch late Q2, with X9-series configurations coming in Q3.
Samsung will begin US reservations for the Galaxy Book 6 lineup—Book 6, Book 6 Pro, and Book 6 Ultra—on March 11, with prices starting at $1,050 for the base model and up to $2,450 for the Ultra. The series uses Intel Core Ultra processors, Intel Arc graphics, and RTX 50 GPUs, and offers 14- or 16-inch AMOLED 2X displays, up to 30 hours of playback, and AI features like AI Select and Search; availability began after their CES debut.
Samsung announced the European launch of the Galaxy Book6 lineup—Ultra, Pro and standard—featuring Intel Core Ultra 3 processors, Nvidia GeForce RTX GPUs on the Ultra, improved cooling, slim design and AI-powered productivity tools. The lineup includes a Galaxy Book6 Enterprise Edition and will start pre-orders Feb 25 in the UK & Ireland, with in-store availability from March 11 and an Enterprise Edition arriving in April; prices range from £949 to £2,999 across models.
Early Notebookcheck benchmarks show the Dell XPS 14 with Core Ultra 7 355 is noticeably slower and less power-efficient than the Core Ultra X7 358H, by roughly 30–50% in multi-threaded workloads. The Panther Lake-U variant also lags behind Panther Lake-H, narrowing the architectural edge of the X7. Overall, the 355’s performance is more comparable to Lunar Lake 258V than to the X7, with similar power draw under heavy load; more benchmark data is available in the XPS 14 review.
Phoronix says Linux benchmarks for Intel Panther Lake laptops and Arc B390 GPUs are still coming ahead of official availability. The author plans to publish preliminary Linux data by week’s end once hardware ships (he’s awaiting a Panther Lake laptop) after Windows reviews have already appeared, with ongoing retesting of other Linux systems.
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Book 6 Pro (14"/16") and Galaxy Book 6 Ultra (16") in South Korea, marking Samsung’s first laptops with 18A (1.8nm) processors. The line features QD-OLED 3K displays up to 1,000 nits HDR with 120Hz, enhanced cooling, and GPUs ranging from integrated Intel Arc to RTX 5060/5070 in Ultra. Prices start at KRW 2.6M for the Pro and KRW 4.62M for the Ultra, with bundles and promotions running Jan 27–Mar 31 via Samsung stores and partners.
Microsoft has launched the Surface Laptop 7 with 5G, available for pre-order starting at $1,799, featuring a reengineered design optimized for 5G connectivity, but it comes with a high price tag and is only available through business channels. The device includes advanced antenna placement and a new multi-layered laminate for better signal performance, and is part of Microsoft's broader push into business-focused Surface devices.
Dell has rebranded its XPS line as 'Premium' laptops, launching the Dell 14 Premium and Dell 16 Premium with updated Intel processors, new Nvidia RTX GPU options, and similar designs to their XPS predecessors, now available in the US and Canada starting at $1,649.99 and $2,699.99 respectively.
Framework has introduced a new version of its modular Laptop 13 featuring Intel's Core Ultra Series 1 CPUs, a 2.8K 120Hz VRR display, and an improved webcam. Existing users can upgrade their current models with these new components. The new laptops start at $899, while upgrades for older models begin at $449. The company has also reduced prices on earlier models and components.
Framework has introduced new upgrades for its Laptop 13, including a 120Hz display, improved webcam, and Intel Core Ultra chips, all of which can be retrofitted into existing laptops. The company is also offering new expansion modules and reduced prices for its AMD Ryzen 7040 series laptops. Preorders are now open, with shipping starting in August.
Framework has announced a new Framework Laptop 13 powered by Intel Core Ultra with a 2.8K display option, shipping this summer. The new model features a 13.5-inch 2880 x 1920 120Hz display, a 9.2MP web camera, and improved thermal management. The existing AMD Ryzen 7040 series model will also get the 2.8K display and a high capacity 61Wh battery. Prices for pre-built systems start at $949 USD, with a DIY edition at $799 USD. Framework also introduced new SD and USB-C Expansion Cards and an English International Keyboard for Linux users. The laptops will be available in Finland, Denmark, and Sweden next month.
The MSI Claw, a handheld gaming device powered by Intel Core Ultra processors, is now available for $699, with higher-specced models set to release soon. It features a seven-inch, 1080p, 48–120Hz variable refresh rate (VRR) LCD display, Intel Arc graphics chip, 53Wh battery, and Hall effect triggers and joysticks. Preorders come with freebies and availability starts on March 15th. The device joins the growing portable PC market alongside competitors like the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally.
The most anticipated laptops of 2024, announced at CES, include models from Asus, Acer, HP, Lenovo, Alienware, MSI, Razer, and Dell, featuring the latest Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen 8000 series CPUs, 14th-gen Intel HX series, and upgraded screens such as 240Hz OLED panels. Notable designs incorporate new features like compact cooling systems, Wi-Fi 7, and dual-screen setups. Prices range from $1,500 to $5,400, with features catering to both work and play, and some models offering Thunderbolt 5 support and swappable mechanical switches for gamers.