So, here’s the lowdown:
CNET did a survey and—surprise, surprise—laptops are still king for most American adults.
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83% of people said they’d pick a laptop over a smartphone or tablet for work or school.
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Even though everyone’s glued to their phones, when it’s time to actually get stuff done, the laptop wins.
Why Laptops Win
Phones and tablets are fun, sure. But try writing a 10-page paper on your phone—good luck.
Laptops have:
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Bigger screens
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Real keyboards (that don’t make your thumbs cry)
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More processing power
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The ability to handle “50 open tabs” chaos without instantly crashing
Respondents basically said, “Yeah, I need something that works under pressure.” Can you blame them?
The Complaints
It’s not all perfect. People want:
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More speed
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Better battery life (because dying halfway through a Zoom call is tragic)
Fancy colors like rose gold? Meh. Most folks would rather have a laptop that lasts more than four hours without charging.
Generational Divide
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Younger users (Millennials & Gen Z): Care more about design and style—gotta have that Instagram-worthy tech shot.
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Older users: As long as it works, they’re happy.
AI Is Coming for Your Laptop
Tech companies aren’t missing the memo—AI features are becoming the hot selling point.
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Laptops with built-in AI tools are popping up everywhere.
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The Acer Aspire 14 AI is getting attention for balancing price and performance.
The Bottom Line
Laptops aren’t going anywhere. They’re practical, powerful, and irreplaceable for serious work.
Phones might rule for TikTok scrolling, but when there’s a deadline? You’re grabbing the laptop.
And with AI getting baked in, the reign of the laptop might just get stronger.
Long live the laptop.
