Articles by Sarah Chaney, Contributing Writer

Sarah Chaney is a freelance tech writer with five years of experience across multiple outlets, including Mashable, How-To Geek, MakeUseOf, Tom’s Guide, and of course, Laptop Mag. She loves reviewing the latest gadgets, from inventive robot vacuums to new laptops, wearables, and anything PC-related. When she's not writing, she's probably playing a video game, exploring the outdoors, or listening to her current favorite song or album on repeat.

Articles by: Sarah Chaney

New Snapdragon X chips leak just as the first Copilot+ PCs arrive — should you wait?

By Sarah Chaney published 21 June 24

According to a recent leak, Qualcomm has more than just 4 Snapdragon X variants planned. But with the recent arrival of Copilot+ PCs, are these leaked chips worth the wait?

Our favorite budget laptop for students dips to a new all-time low — save $300 today

By Sarah Chaney published 20 June 24

Grab the 2024 Asus Zenbook 14 OLED with Intel Core Ultra 7 processor at its lowest price ever of $749.

How to format a USB drive

By Sarah Chaney published 20 June 24

Formatting a USB drive is an easy way to wipe your data from it, and it's not as complicated to do as it might sound.

Who needs an AI MacBook? 9 Copilot+ Laptop AI PCs you can buy right now

By Sarah Chaney published 19 June 24

Copilot+ PCs are finally here, with powerful AI-capable processors, more RAM, and longer battery life. Check out these 9 Copilot+ PCs you can snag right now.

Apple Vision Pro reportedly takes a backseat to a cheaper spatial computing headset

By Sarah Chaney published 19 June 24

The Vision Pro hasn't sold as well as Apple thought it would, so the company plans to pivot and focus more on a cheaper VR headset instead.

Microsoft Copilot+ PC: I love some of these AI features, but a few feel unfinished

By Sarah Chaney published 18 June 24

All these neat features show off Microsoft's new AI tools

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Why wait for Prime Day? Unlocked Google Pixel 8 Pro just hit a new all-time low price

By Sarah Chaney published 18 June 24

Google's popular Pixel 8 Pro falls to a new low price of $749 for the unlocked version. This is a limited time deal on Amazon, so act fast if you want this premium phone!

Your Android phone can read websites aloud to you, here's how to make it work

By Sarah Chaney published 17 June 24

Rather than read through website articles yourself, why not let Chrome read it to you? Here's how to use the 'Listen to this page' mode feature on your Android phone.

How to mirror your phone to Windows 11 — why wait for macOS Sequoia?

By Sarah Chaney published 15 June 24

iPhone Mirroring is one of the most exciting features Apple talked about at WWDC 2024, but it already exists between iPhones and Windows 11 PCs. Here's how to use the feature.

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Beats Solo 4 reach new all-time low — every color is just $129 this weekend

By Sarah Chaney published 15 June 24

Snag the newly released Beats Solo 4 headphones, highly reviewed by our sister sites, for just $129 this weekend at Best Buy.

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iPad mini 7 rumors: Expected price, release date, specs, and more

By Sarah Chaney published 14 June 24

Rumors are sparse for Apple's next-gen iPad mini 7, but here's what we know so far about this little tablet's possible specs, price, release date, and more.

Copilot+ PC leak triggers Snapdragon X Elite performance concerns

By Sarah Chaney published 13 June 24

Someone received their Snapdragon X Elite-powered Galaxy Book Edge a week early, and they took to Reddit to share early feedback.

Illustrate a foot race between an email icon, a tv, and a game controller. Each character should have legs, arms, and a face, depicted in a political cartoon art style. The video camera is in first place, about to cross the finish line with a triumphant expression. The email envelope is in second place, struggling but determined, while the video game controller is in third place, looking frustrated and exhausted. The finish line is clearly marked, and the background should include cheering spectators with exaggerated features to match the cartoon style.

How many MBPS do you need? 3 factors to consider before choosing an internet plan

By Sarah Chaney published 13 June 24

How fast does your internet actually need to be? Let's take a look at 3 big factors you should consider before deciding on a plan with a local ISP.

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"We’ve never been more excited about the future of ChromeOS.": Here's how Google plans to rapidly deploy Google AI updates to Chromebooks

By Sarah Chaney published 13 June 24

A recent Chromium blog post outlines Google's plan to bring foundational components of Android OS to ChromeOS in an effort to boost future AI updates.

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Looking for ChatGPT alternatives? Try these 5 services that might be better for your needs

By Sarah Chaney published 12 June 24

ChatGPT is the most popular AI chatbot, but is it the best? Check out these 5 alternatives to ChatGPT that work just as well, if not better.

watchOS 11: Supported Apple Watches and expected release date

By Sarah Chaney published 11 June 24

Here's everything we know about when you might expect the watchOS 11 release, along with which Apple Watches are expected to get the update.

iPadOS 18: Supported iPads and expected release date

By Sarah Chaney published 11 June 24

Here's everything we know about when iPadOS 18 might release, as well as which iPads are expected to get the update.

This iPad will be the cheapest way to experience Apple Intelligence

By Sarah Chaney published 11 June 24

Apple Intelligence is all the rage right now, but it'll be reserved for Apple's latest and greatest devices. This upcoming iPad will be the cheapest way to get these cool AI features.

Siri may leapfrog Google Assistant with new ChatGPT integration — here's how

By Sarah Chaney published 10 June 24

Apple's been doing major work on Siri

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra ANC headphones hit all-time low price — if you want them in black

By Sarah Chaney last updated 10 June 24

Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones hit their all-time lowest price at $339 — a savings of $90!

Samsung Galaxy S24 ultra in titanium gray colorway against green wooden background

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra hits new low price in short-term Best Buy deal

By Sarah Chaney last updated 10 June 24

Samsung's top premium phone — the Galaxy S24 Ultra — is discounted $250 right now, the best discount we've seen so far for this phone. Take an extra $100 off if you activate it through Best Buy.

Google Pixel 8 Pro arrives at its all-time low — save $350 on Google's AI phone

By Sarah Chaney published 8 June 24

Save up to $350 on the Pixel 8 Pro from Google when you activate your phone carrier through Best Buy — here's how to grab the deal.

Best Buy is having a big Apple sale this weekend — here are 11 of the best deals I recommend

By Sarah Chaney published 7 June 24

If you've been on the market for a new laptop, tablet, watch, or pair of headphones from Apple, you'll love these stellar Apple deals at Best Buy right now.