The HP Spectre 13 x2 hybrid ultrabook/tablet gets the distinction of being the first fanless, ventless Haswell convertible, which is an achievement considering how thin it is. It will be available for ...

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There are a lot of laptops in this world, far too many in fact. Very rarely are they even remotely exciting things, with only a few premium exceptions detracting from that distinctly 'back to school' ...

Convertibles and detachables are ideal for people who need versatility but only want one device. Microsoft’s Surface Pro ran on that idea and became a convenient multi-use product for many. However, ...

The Spectre 13 x2’s performance doesn’t measure up to that of dedicated notebooks and tablets, but it can be useful in some scenarios. HP’s latest 2-in-1 detachable hybrid breaks some new ground: It’s ...

Like HP's recent Spectre laptop, the X2 is almost in love with its bold style. Its black-and-copper, all-aluminum aesthetic evokes something like a high-end wristwatch more than it does a PC. It's a ...

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HP announced a slew of updates to its Envy laptop line today, in addition to a mildly revamped Spectre x2. Many of these changes focus on elevating overall design, but in a practical way that doesn't ...