It's official: Amazon Prime Day has entered its last day, but don't fear there are still great deals to be had on our top pick laptops at Amazon, and they are too good to ignore.

This 48-hour extravaganza will feature significant discounts on a wide range of photographic equipment, including cameras, lenses, tripods, and filters. Additionally, you’ll find some of the top laptops, camera phones, and tablets on sale too.

While there are some savings available for non-members, as the name suggests the sale primarily caters to Amazon's paying members. However, having a Prime subscription (which costs just $14.99 a month / £8.99 a month, not only gives you access to free expedited shipping but also additional Prime perks like exclusive discount codes and coupons. You can sign up using the buttons below to get a 30-day free trial if you haven't been a member before.

Editor's top picks

US:

🇺🇸 1. Acer Aspire 3 14" laptop | save $100 | now $349.99
🇺🇸 2. Apple 2023 MacBook Pro M3 Pro | save $300 | now $1,669
🇺🇸 3. Apple 2024 MacBook Air M3 | save $250 | now $849


UK:

🇬🇧 1. ASUS Vivobook 15 OLED 15.6" laptop | save £250 | now £499.99
🇬🇧 2. MSI Katana 17" laptop | save £70 | now £679
🇬🇧 3. Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 14" laptop | save £160 | now £839

🇺🇸 Top US retailers

🇺🇸 Amazon: Cheap prices on imaging gear

There are plenty of great offers outside of the Prime Day event: check out these popular retailers for the the latest deals!

🇺🇸 Adorama: Big discounts on cameras and tech
🇺🇸 B&H Photo Video: Deals on top imaging brands
🇺🇸 Best Buy: Save on TVs, laptops, appliances
🇺🇸 Canon USA: Buy direct to save money
🇺🇸 Dell:  Discounts on laptops and PCs
🇺🇸 Walmart: DSLR, mirrorless & action cameras

🇺🇸 US laptop deals

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🇬🇧 Top UK retailers

🇬🇧 Amazon: We expect big savings on cameras, binoculars, monoculars and more

There are plenty of great offers outside of the Prime Day event: check out these popular retailers for the the latest deals!

🇬🇧 Canon UK: Buy direct from the source and tap into Summer Savings
🇬🇧 John Lewis: The latest deals on binoculars and electrical equipment
🇬🇧 Clifton Cameras: Digiscoping and binocular specialists
🇬🇧 Park Cameras: £50 off selected Nikon binoculars
🇬🇧 Wex Photo Video: Save up to £750 on Zeiss optics

🇺🇸 UK Laptop deals

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Amazon Prime Day 2024: Key information

Amazon Prime Day 2024 dates

The official start date of this year's Prime Day sale is scheduled for July 16-17 2024. However, some deals are already live!

This 48-hour extravaganza will feature significant discounts on a wide range of photographic equipment, including cameras, lenses, tripods, and filters. Additionally, you’ll find some of the top laptops, camera phones, and tablets on sale too.

How to make the most of Amazon Prime Day

Despite the name, most of the deals offered during Amazon Prime Day are open to everyone, but if you really want to make the most of it and maximise your savings, it's best to be a Prime member. There are several offers that are only available to subscribers, so signing up means you won't miss out on the really juicy bargains.

However, you don't need to shell out for a monthly membership in order to make the most of the sales festivities. Instead, why not sign up for a 30-day free trial closer to the sale in order to take advantage of the discounts – and then simply cancel the membership when Prime Day is over.

If you do sign up now, you'll also be able to take advantage of the other free perks that come with a Prime subscription, namely full access to Prime Video, Prime Reading (a 'lite' version of Kindle Unlimited) and Prime Gaming (another version of Twitch). Plus, of course, the free-and-fast shipping promise is there for all eligible products.

How to find the best binocular deals during Prime Day

If you're shopping for a new kit – whether it's your first pair of binoculars, a gift for someone or an upgrade – it helps to keep a few things in mind when shopping during Prime Day.

1. Sign up for a free Amazon Prime subscription

This should give you full access to the sale, including Prime-exclusive offers. You can cancel at any time during the trial period.

2. Figure out what you want to buy beforehand

Shopping fany major sale can be overwhelming. So knowing exactly what you're after can save you both time and money. Take the time to do some research on price histories of the items you would like to buy. While camera prices don't necessarily fluctuate too much, it's still good to know whether a deal is worth your hard-earned money – after all, we don't upgrade our cameras as often as we do our phones, so the investment is best made with some thought.

3. Be flexible on what you want

Sometimes the specific model you want may not be discounted, but if you aren't faithful to a specific brand, you might get a better offer on binocualrs from a different brand – one with similar specs.  We also admit that this is easier for people looking for their first pair of binos and not already tied down with a specific system. 

4. Create a wish list

Once you've narrowed down what you're after, you can save them in a wish list on Amazon. This will also show you price fluctuations (if any) in the lead up to the sale and makes it really super quick and easy to then move the item to your shopping cart directly from there.

5. Check back through the event

We've noticed in the past that Amazon's prices change through the duration of the sale. Sometimes binoculars will be cheaper on day two of the sale. So while it might be worthwhile picking something up as soon as the offer has gone live on the shopping site (particularly if stock is limited), it could pay to wait too. If the stock hasn't run out, then you could save yourself a few more dollars.

6. Stick with us

Not to toot our own horn, but if you're willing to get some help, we'll be on hand to scour Amazon for the best deals on photography gear. We won't list them all, but we will hand-pick what might be the best options across the different categories of gear. This could make it quick and easy for you to find a specific deal rather than spend hours going through the shopping site to find a particular option.

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Amazon's two-day Prime Day sale is finishing tonight, so there isn’t much time left if you want to grab a drone bargain before they fly off the shelves! There are great deals on favorite brands including DJI and Potensic, as well as a terrific offer on the popular HoverAir X1.

As the drone expert, I'd especially point out the amazing deal on the still-very-new DJI Mini 4K, which brought a 4K camera to the drone I already recommend to most beginners. I'm honestly surprised there is a deal to be had so early in the drone's lie.

While there are some savings available for non-members, as the name suggests the sale primarily caters to Amazon's paying members. However, having a Prime subscription (which costs just $14.99 a month / £8.99 a month), not only gives you access to free expedited shipping but also additional Prime perks like exclusive discount codes and coupons. You can sign up using the buttons below to get a 30-day free trial if you haven't been a member before.

🇺🇸 Top US retailers

🇺🇸 Amazon: Cheap prices on imaging gear

There are plenty of great offers outside of the Prime Day event: check out these popular retailers for the the latest deals!

🇺🇸 Adorama: Big discounts on cameras and tech
🇺🇸 B&H Photo Video: Deals on top imaging brands
🇺🇸 Best Buy: Save on TVs, laptops, appliances
🇺🇸 Canon USA: Buy direct to save money
🇺🇸 Dell:  Discounts on laptops and PCs
🇺🇸 Walmart: DSLR, mirrorless & action cameras

🇺🇸 US Prime Day drone deals

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🇬🇧 Top UK retailers

Amazon: We expect big savings on cameras, drones, lenses and more

There are plenty of great offers outside of the Prime Day event: check out these popular retailers for the the latest deals!

Clifton Cameras: DJI and Autel specialists
Park Cameras: Price drop on DJI Air 3
Wex Photo Video: Free spare battery on selected DJI drones

🇬🇧 UK Prime Day drone deals

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Amazon Prime Day 2024: Key information

Amazon Prime Day 2024 dates

The official start date of this year's Prime Day sale is scheduled for July 16-17 2024. However, some deals are already live!

This 48-hour extravaganza will feature significant discounts on a wide range of photographic equipment, including cameras, lenses, tripods, and filters. Additionally, you’ll find some of the top laptops, camera phones, and tablets on sale too.

How to make the most of Amazon Prime Day

Despite the name, most of the deals offered during Amazon Prime Day are open to everyone, but if you really want to make the most of it and maximise your savings, it's best to be a Prime member. There are several offers that are only available to subscribers, so signing up means you won't miss out on the really juicy bargains.

However, you don't need to shell out for a monthly membership in order to make the most of the sales festivities. Instead, why not sign up for a 30-day free trial closer to the sale in order to take advantage of the discounts – and then simply cancel the membership when Prime Day is over.

If you do sign up now, you'll also be able to take advantage of the other free perks that come with a Prime subscription, namely full access to Prime Video, Prime Reading (a 'lite' version of Kindle Unlimited) and Prime Gaming (another version of Twitch). Plus, of course, the free-and-fast shipping promise is there for all eligible products.

How to find the best drone deals during Prime Day

If you're shopping for a new kit it helps to keep a few things in mind when shopping during Prime Day.

1. Try and sign up for a free Amazon Prime subscription

This should give you full access to the sale, including Prime-exclusive offers. You can cancel at any time.

2. Figure out what you want to buy beforehand

Shopping fany major sale can be overwhelming. So knowing exactly what you're after can save you both time and money. Take the time to do some research on price histories of the items you would like to buy. While camera prices don't necessarily fluctuate too much, it's still good to know whether a deal is worth your hard-earned money – after all, we don't upgrade our cameras as often as we do our phones, so the investment is best made with some thought.

3. Be flexible on what you want

Sometimes the specific model you want may not be discounted, but if you aren't faithful to a specific brand, you might get a better offer a different model brand – one with similar specs. 

4. Create a wish list

Once you've narrowed down what you're after, you can save them in a wish list on Amazon. This will also show you price fluctuations (if any) in the lead up to the sale and makes it really super quick and easy to then move the item to your shopping cart directly from there.

5. Check back through the event

We've noticed in the past that Amazon's prices change through the duration of the sale. Sometimes drones will be cheaper on day two of the sale. So while it might be worthwhile picking something up as soon as the offer has gone live on the shopping site (particularly if stock is limited), it could pay to wait too. If the stock hasn't run out, then you could save yourself a few more bucks.

6. Stick with us

Not to toot our own horn, but if you're willing to get some help, we'll be on hand to scour Amazon for the best deals on photography gear. We won't list them all, but we will hand-pick what might be the best options across the different categories of gear. This could make it quick and easy for you to find a specific deal rather than spend hours going through the shopping site to find a particular option.

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With only hours left of Amazon's two-day Prime Day sale, you still have a chance to grab a bargain pair of binoculars for an excellent price!

While there are some savings available for non-members, as the name suggests the sale primarily caters to Amazon's paying members. However, having a Prime subscription (which costs just $14.99 a month / £8.99 a month, not only gives you access to free expedited shipping but also additional Prime perks like exclusive discount codes and coupons. You can sign up using the buttons below to get a 30-day free trial if you haven't been a member before.

Editor's top picks

US:

🇺🇸 1. Canon 18x50 IS | save $74 | now $1,075
🇺🇸 2. Vortex Optics Crossfire HD 10x42 | save $100.06 | now $129.93
🇺🇸 3. Steiner Marine 7x50 Binoculars | save $64.99 | now $311

UK:

🇬🇧 1. Nikon ProStaff P3 8x30 | save £80 | now £89
🇬🇧 2. Celestron SkyMaster 25x70 | save £40 | now £99.99
🇬🇧 3. Canon PowerShot Zoom | save £70 | now £219.99

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🇺🇸 Top US retailers

🇺🇸 Amazon: Cheap prices on imaging gear

There are plenty of great offers outside of the Prime Day event: check out these popular retailers for the latest deals!

🇺🇸 Adorama: Big discounts on cameras and tech
🇺🇸 B&H Photo Video: Deals on top imaging brands
🇺🇸 Best Buy: Save on TVs, laptops, appliances
🇺🇸 Canon USA: Buy direct to save money
🇺🇸 Dell:  Discounts on laptops and PCs
🇺🇸 Walmart: DSLR, mirrorless & action cameras

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🇺🇸 US binocular deals

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🇬🇧 Top UK retailers

🇬🇧 Amazon: We expect big savings on cameras, binoculars, monoculars and more

There are plenty of great offers outside of the Prime Day event: check out these popular retailers for the latest deals!

🇬🇧 Canon UK: Buy direct from the source and tap into Summer Savings
🇬🇧 John Lewis: The latest deals on binoculars and electrical equipment
🇬🇧 Clifton Cameras: Digiscoping and binocular specialists
🇬🇧 Park Cameras: £50 off selected Nikon binoculars
🇬🇧 Wex Photo Video: Save up to £750 on Zeiss optics

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🇬🇧 UK binocular deals

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Amazon Prime Day 2024: Key information

Amazon Prime Day 2024 dates

The official start date of this year's Prime Day sale is scheduled for July 16-17 2024. However, some deals are already live!

This 48-hour extravaganza will feature significant discounts on a wide range of photographic equipment, including cameras, lenses, tripods, and filters. Additionally, you’ll find some of the top laptops, camera phones, and tablets on sale too.

How to make the most of Amazon Prime Day

Despite the name, most of the deals offered during Amazon Prime Day are open to everyone, but if you really want to make the most of it and maximise your savings, it's best to be a Prime member. There are several offers that are only available to subscribers, so signing up means you won't miss out on the really juicy bargains.

However, you don't need to shell out for a monthly membership in order to make the most of the sales festivities. Instead, why not sign up for a 30-day free trial closer to the sale in order to take advantage of the discounts – and then simply cancel the membership when Prime Day is over.

If you do sign up now, you'll also be able to take advantage of the other free perks that come with a Prime subscription, namely full access to Prime Video, Prime Reading (a 'lite' version of Kindle Unlimited) and Prime Gaming (another version of Twitch). Plus, of course, the free-and-fast shipping promise is there for all eligible products.

How to find the best binocular deals during Prime Day

If you're shopping for a new kit – whether it's your first pair of binoculars, a gift for someone or an upgrade – it helps to keep a few things in mind when shopping during Prime Day.

1. Sign up for a free Amazon Prime subscription

This should give you full access to the sale, including Prime-exclusive offers. You can cancel at any time during the trial period.

2. Figure out what you want to buy beforehand

Shopping fany major sale can be overwhelming. So knowing exactly what you're after can save you both time and money. Take the time to do some research on price histories of the items you would like to buy. While camera prices don't necessarily fluctuate too much, it's still good to know whether a deal is worth your hard-earned money – after all, we don't upgrade our cameras as often as we do our phones, so the investment is best made with some thought.

3. Be flexible on what you want

Sometimes the specific model you want may not be discounted, but if you aren't faithful to a specific brand, you might get a better offer on binocualrs from a different brand – one with similar specs.  We also admit that this is easier for people looking for their first pair of binos and not already tied down with a specific system. 

4. Create a wish list

Once you've narrowed down what you're after, you can save them in a wish list on Amazon. This will also show you price fluctuations (if any) in the lead up to the sale and makes it really super quick and easy to then move the item to your shopping cart directly from there.

5. Check back through the event

We've noticed in the past that Amazon's prices change through the duration of the sale. Sometimes binoculars will be cheaper on day two of the sale. So while it might be worthwhile picking something up as soon as the offer has gone live on the shopping site (particularly if stock is limited), it could pay to wait too. If the stock hasn't run out, then you could save yourself a few more dollars.

6. Stick with us

Not to toot our own horn, but if you're willing to get some help, we'll be on hand to scour Amazon for the best deals on photography gear. We won't list them all, but we will hand-pick what might be the best options across the different categories of gear. This could make it quick and easy for you to find a specific deal rather than spend hours going through the shopping site to find a particular option.

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Showcase your best photos in print with this selection of printers, all on sale for Cyber Monday. We're tempted by Canon’s Selphy mobile printer with dye-sub output – reduced to $99 at Amazon. 

Not sure which model is right for you? Check out our buying guide to the best photo printers. And stay tuned to our live blog to keep up with the latest bargains.

Cyber Monday printer deals in the US

Top US retailers:

Amazon: Inkjet printers from just $39
Adorama: Up to $240 off Canon and Epson printers!
Apple: Find Mac-compatible printers
Walmart: Printers from $39
B&H Photo Video: Deals on printers and supplies
Best Buy: Save up to 45% on inkjets and laser printers
Canon USA: Instant Savings of up to $250
Dell:  Up to half-price savings
HP: Up to 53% off in Black Friday printer deals
Lenovo: Huge savings of up to $398

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Cyber Monday printer deals in the UK

Top UK retailers:

Amazon: Big savings on camera, lenses, memory cards and more
Canon UK: Double cashback deals on Pixma & printers
eBuyer: Black Friday sale now on with up to 45% reductions
John Lewis: The latest deals on electrical equipment
Park Cameras: Amazing Cashback savings on cameras & lenses
Wex Photo Video: Up to £300 cashback on Epson & Canon printer
Very:  Telescopes, GoPros, Canon cameras

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Ugreen’s 12-in-1 docking station boasts quite the spec; 12 incredibly powerful ports that let you connect just about anything including up to 3 monitors. Ugreen has a substantial range of hubs and docking stations but this one stands above them all in both capacity and capability. One of the most notable inclusions is the triple display option all the way up to 8K.

Ugreen 12-in-1 Docking Station: Specifications

Ugreen 12-in-1 Docking Station: Key Features

Probably the most notable feature is its ability to extend your display to three further displays. This is achieved through two HDMI ports and one Display port. 8K functionality is supported at 30hz which is good but I would like to have seen this extended to 60hz. Users can easily work on multiple shots, edits, or projects thanks to this dock. 

Files can be transferred without any hassle at all. Video files, in particular, are getting larger all the time so to have a device that can get those onto your machine quickly is paramount. Cutting down the time between capture and editing is easily achieved with this docking station.

Alongside display extension and data transfer, there is a lightning-quick charging port which is perfect for getting your laptop, phone, or other compatible device charged up in a hurry.

Ugreen 12-in-1 Docking Station: Build & Handling

This dock is solid and well-built with nice beveled edges. The metal construction and matt finish means it looks great in any setup. The input cables and cards slot in well demonstrating the quality of the build. The bottom includes four rubber pads giving a soft contact between the dock and the desk. Due to the number of inputs it supports, this is a heavy item, weighing in at 748 grams. At this weight, and with the bulky power adapter, you’ll be fine using it in one location but it doesn’t lend itself to portability.

Ugreen 12-in-1 Docking Station: Performance

This device performs well on all fronts. Data speeds of 10Gbps can be achieved through USB 3.0 and USB-C with a LAN port supporting 1000Mbps. The dock is great but in reality, it opens up a whole world of possibilities for efficient and streamlined working. 

Ugreen 12-in-1 Docking Station: Verdict

If you want a dock that will do it all and you’re not concerned about how much money you’ll need to part with then this is the dock for you. Benefitting from triple display capability, lightning-quick data transfer, and a range of other connections, this dock has it all. The only downside is the significant cost but if you can stomach that then you won’t be disappointed with the results.

The likes of Satechi, Corsair, and Anker offer alternative solutions but Ugreen’s docking stations devoted to display extension are really pushing the market forward. Video editors or those working on demanding design projects will find this dock to be pretty unmatched.

Read more: find out more of our top picks for best laptop docking stations.

The best telescope deals are finally LIVE thanks to the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale, which runs from October 8-9 2024, so look no further in your search for a fantastic deal on your dream telescope!

So if you want to upgrade to one of the best mirrorless cameras, invest in a brand new camera phone or you're looking for a shiny new telephoto lens, we are rounding up the best camera deals to help you save some hard-earned cash in our main Best camera deals on Amazon Prime Big Deal Days hub.

However, suppose telescopes are your main priority and you're looking for a great deal to take your stargazing to the next level. In that case, our experts are constantly searching the internet for the best savings possible. While this is an Amazon Prime special event, many of the other big retailers will also offer great discounts during the sale period – and some will release daily deals, so check back here regularly to bag the best prices!

US: Best Prime Day Telescope deals

UK: Best Prime Day Telescope deals

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Top retailers

Prime Day is an Amazon-only affair, unlike Black Friday, other retailers are also likely to reduce prices over the Amazon Prime Dig Deal Days event - and some may have discounts on products not stocked or not discounted at Amazon. Key retailers to check out for deals and photo-related discounts are:

US Top Retailers:

Amazon: Cheap prices on camera gear
Adorama: Big discounts on cameras and tech
Apple: Save on your old iPhone or iPad
Walmart: DSLR, Mirrorless & action cameras
B&H Photo Video: Deals on camera brands
Best Buy: Save on TVs, laptops, appliances
Canon USA: Buy direct to save money
Dell:  Discounts on laptops and PCs
GoPro: Early deals on Hero 13 Black

UK Top Retailers:

Amazon: We expect big savings on camera, lenses, memory cards and more
Jessops: Deals from the iconic camera store
John Lewis: The latest deals on electrical equipment
Park Cameras: Amazing Cashback savings on cameras & lenses
Wex Photo Video: Great deals on Canon, Rotolight, Elinchrom & more

How to access Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Sale

Unlike Amazon Prime Day, which usually has a few deals available for non-members to shop, Big Deal Days will be a Prime-member exclusive sale. So if you want to take advantage of these pre-Black Friday deals you must be logged into or set up an Amazon Prime account in order to see and shop all the deals. 

Prime Day is nearly over and we have been keeping our eye out for the best prime day printer deals that are available in the US, and in the UK. One thing we have learned from previous Amazon sales, is there are often great deals on printers to suit all needs and budgets.

We are already finding great offers from Canon, HP, Epson, and others as the deals keep rolling in...We will keep looking, and updating this page through the 48 hours of the sale (which ends midnight on Wednesday). In the meantime, here are the best printer deals that we have found so far… 

US: Best Printer deals

UK: Best Printer deals

Top retailers

Prime Day is an Amazon only affair, unlike Black Friday, but other retailers are likely to reduce prices over the Prime Day even - and some may have discounts on products not stocked or not discounted at Amazon. Key retailers to check out for camera deals and photo-related discounts are:

Amazon: Cheap prices on camera gear
Adorama: Big discounts on cameras and tech
Apple: Save on your old iPhone or iPad
Walmart: DSLR, Mirrorless & action cameras
B&H Photo Video: Deals on camera brands
Best Buy: Save on TVs, laptops, appliances
Canon USA: Buy direct to save money
Dell:  Discounts on laptops and PCs
GoPro: Early deals on Hero 11 Black
HP: Save on laptops, desktops, monitors
Lenovo: Huge savings on laptops
Microsoft Store: Get powerful PCs & laptops
Mixbook: Cheap photo books & calendars
Samsung: Hard drives, SD cards, and more

What is Amazon Prime Day?

Prime Day is Amazon's biggest sale of the year. The annual two-day deals event is for Prime members only and is usually held in July. It features some of the best-ever deals on the retailer's own products and services, such as Fire TVs, Kindles, Echo devices, Audible, and more.

Prime Day originally started in 2015 as a celebration of Amazon's 20th anniversary. Designed to encourage people to spend outside of the October-December holiday season, the online retailer says its only goal was to "offer a volume of deals greater than Black Friday".

Since then, it's ballooned into one of the biggest sales in the global retail calendar, with many other large retailers launching promotions of their own to take advantage of the huge online audience around Prime Day - and particularly so in the US.

There was also the opt-in charity donation service called Amazon Smile that funnelled some of your spending on Prime Day deals to charitable causes. Unfortunately, Amazon shut down this program in Febrayr so it won't be possible to set it up in 2023.

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Sony has been recognized as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the fifth consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. The US leader in advancing ethical business practices selected 135 companies from 19 countries and regions across 46 industries, based on their dedication to governance, leadership and reputation, ethics and compliance, culture of ethics and environmental and societal impact.

While Sony is well known for making some of the best mirrorless cameras, it’s not just tech that it excels in. Consumers are increasingly demanding that the brands they support uphold high standards of integrity and responsibility. People want to know that companies care about their customers, their carbon footprint and their staff – not just that they make amazing products. 

• These are the best Sony cameras – including everything from mirrorless to compact cameras

By focusing on diversity and inclusion in the workplace, recognizing the importance of creating an environment where employees feel valued, and implementing inclusion programs around gender equality and unconscious bias, Sony has taken all the necessary steps to achieve a stronger, more engaged workforce. 

The company has also set ambitious goals to reduce its carbon footprint, increase its use of renewable energy sources, and has launched initiatives such as recycling used electronics in an attempt to reduce waste. 

"We are both pleased and proud that Ethisphere named Sony one of the world’s ,ost ethical companies for five consecutive years," said Kenichiro Yoshida, CEO of Sony Group Corporation. 

"Sony holds 'Integrity & Sincerity' as one of its important values across the group. Together, with our 110,000 employees who share these values, we will continue to manage Sony in an ethical manner with a long-term view and continue to spread Kando [emotion] to the world."

Other tech companies to be featured on the list include Dell Technologies, which makes some of the best monitors for photo editing, John Deere, which recently released an AI tractor, and Best Buy, a leading retailer of consumer electronics and cameras. 

Sony's recognition as one of the most ethical companies in 2023 is a testament to its commitment to doing business in a responsible and sustainable way. By prioritizing environmental sustainability, diversity, inclusion, transparency and accountability, it is setting an amazing example that we hope other companies will follow. 

If you enjoyed this article, you might like to read more about the best Sony lenses, from super sharp primes to telephoto zooms to wide-angles. Sony also makes some of the best cameras for video, the best cinema cameras and even the best camcorders. 

The latest Dell XPS 13 – it's the model number 9315 that we're reviewing here – comes with a lot of heritage as one of the best Dell laptops. The XPS 13 has topped lists of best photo-editing laptops and best student laptops for many years and with good reason. The most recent refresh has a very high standard to live up to.

This time around, the late-2022 version of the laptop has upgraded internals and an even thinner chassis. As is the norm for Dell, you can pick this up in a variety of configurations and colors, but we've explained the review model we were given in detail below as well as the other options available.

The price widgets embedded around this Dell XPS 13 review should give you some idea of the latest deals available on this particular laptop. The Dell XPS typically costs between $799-1349/£949-1849, but at the time of writing you can pick this particular configuration up for around $900/£1,000.

Dell XPS 13 Specifications

CPU: 12th Generation Intel Core i5-1230U, (Configurable to Intel Core i7-1250U)
Graphics: Intel Iris Xe
RAM: 16GB, (Configurable to 8GB, 32GB)
Screen: 13.4-inch, FHD+ 1920x1200, 16;10, touchscreen LED or 13.4-inch, (Configurable to UHD+ 3840x2400 pixel resolution, 16;10, touchscreen LED LCD)
Storage: 512GB SSD, (Configurable to 256GB, 1TB)
Ports: 2 x Thunderbolt 4 with USB-C
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
Camera: 720p
Weight: 1.17 kg
Size: 295 x 199 x 14 mm

Dell XPS 13 Key features

Every laptop is a compromise between power, portability, and price, and it's the middle item in that list that's the main concern of the Dell XPS 13. You're not exactly going to be gaming or chopping up 4K videos on a laptop of this size, but the specs under the hood are relatively respectable given the size constraints, led by that 12th-gen Intel Core i5-1230U processor.

Combine that with 16GB of RAM and you've got a machine that's going to be comfortable navigating around the web, running office applications, and doing some light photo editing. We certainly didn't notice any slowing down with several dozen browser tabs open at once, and if you're realistic about what the laptop is going to be able to do then you won't be disappointed.

If you go for a laptop that's this thin and this light then you do make compromises, as you can see with the port selection – you've got just a couple of USB-C Thunderbolt 4 ones. Dell being Dell, you can get this laptop in a variety of configurations, including a non-touchscreen display and less RAM if you want to save a bit of money.

We think if you're going to pick the Dell XPS 13 as your next laptop, it's going to be because of its compact size and its rather beautiful finish (a subjective call, of course – your mileage may vary). This is a super-compact, super-thin, super-light laptop you can take anywhere, and it's one that feels like a super-premium device as you use it. The typing and trackpad experience is top-notch, for example, and you can tell this costs more than the budget Windows laptops on the market.

The screen is worth a mention too: while it's not the highest resolution, that doesn't matter too much at a 13.4-inch size, and the 16:10 aspect ratio is perfect for working on documents or on the web (while less so for watching widescreen movies). You can get the display with or without touchscreen capabilities – our review unit did come with a touchscreen, which gives you a bit more flexibility in terms of input.

A couple of 2.5W speakers take care of audio duties, and they do better than you might expect – though they're not great, obviously, because of their size. They're fine for watching movies or listening to music as long as you're not too fussy about fidelity, and they impress in terms of keeping a good level of clarity at higher volumes. The integrated 720p webcam is about on the same level: fine for the basics, though if you spend a lot of time on video calls you might want to plug in an external webcam that gives you a higher resolution and some more features.

Dell XPS 13 Build and handling

There's certainly plenty of style and class about the look of the Dell XPS 13, and you can pick it up in the dark, purplish Umber (like our review unit) or a light, silvery Sky color. From the trackpad to the screen hinge to the subtle Dell logo on the back of the laptop lid, Dell has done a really good job in putting this computer together, and in getting it quite as thin and light as it is at the same time.

We like the small rubber rails underneath the laptop for it to sit on, the slightly recessed keyboard, and the minimalism of the aesthetic overall. You can easily pick it up and carry it with one hand, and the lightness of the Dell XPS 13 means that you'll barely notice it in a bag. The screen hinge feels solid and well put together, and even the power cable has a touch of elegance about it.

In use, the Dell XPS 13 really is great to use – although the keyboard is necessarily compact, it never feels cramped. There's also an integrated fingerprint sensor up in the top right corner of the keyboard, making it easier for you to log into Windows. There's also an adjustable backlight for the keys, which is nicely done in a subtle and refined way. We'd say the build, handling, and design are areas where the Dell XPS 13 really excels, and which might make you pick this over something else.

Dell XPS 13 Performance

As we mentioned along with the specs rundown earlier, the Dell XPS 13 comes with a respectable set of specs for everyday computing. Sure, you don't need this sort of power for just web browsing, emailing, and office work, but your life will be better and less frustrating – and you'll be able to wait longer until your next laptop upgrade. Unless you're putting a lot of demands on the Dell XPS 13, you won't notice any lag or sluggishness.

Where the laptop does fall down is in tasks such as gaming, and heavy photo and video editing: if those are important to you, either look elsewhere or get this laptop as a complement to another more powerful computer. In the commonly used PCMark 10 benchmark, we got a score of 4,136 (9,053 Essentials, 6,571 Productivity, 3,668 Digital Content Creation) – which backs up what we've already said. One notable plus point is that the Dell XPS 13 never gets particularly hot on the underside, or particularly loud (even with the fans whirring).

We ran a simple video streaming test on the laptop for one hour: with the audio volume set low and the display brightness set to the maximum, the battery level dropped by 11 percent. That suggests around 9-10 hours of movie watching between charges, with the screen brightness set high – you'll get more if the screen is dimmed. In general use, we were seeing around 5-6 hours of use on a single battery charge, so it'll just about get you through a working day away from the desk.

We did notice some erratic "battery time remaining" estimates in Windows, and an isolated occasion when the battery drained very quickly, which was a little worrying. However, looking around on the web we haven't noticed anyone else reporting this, so we're assuming it was a one-off glitch (and may have been down to something software-related, rather than the laptop itself).

Dell XPS 13 Verdict

We've mentioned the MacBook Air as a competitor for this laptop below, and many people have labeled this as the Windows version of Apple's lightest portable computer. It's an appropriate comparison: both laptops are really well designed, oozing quality in terms of their build and their aesthetics, and offering lightweight computing in a compact package that you can take just about everywhere.

We're not convinced by everything that the Dell XPS 13 offers. The battery life could certainly be better, as could the quality of the webcam and the resolution of the screen. Performance is decent enough for everyday tasks, but you're not going to be able to get through anything really demanding on this laptop, and gaming is out of the question.

Those are the negatives, but there are plenty of positives that in the end tip the balance. It's a laptop that looks gorgeous, that's smooth in operation, that's a pleasure to work on, and that can go to places other, heavier, larger laptops can't reach. In the end that's a pretty appealing deal, and it ensures that the Dell XPS 13 should be appearing on a lot of best laptop lists in the future.

Dell XPS 13 Competitors

Over in Apple land, the Macbook Air M2 is about the same size and price as the Dell XPS 13 – though it runs macOS rather than Windows of course. While the operating system is likely to determine your choice more than anything else, there's a lot to like about the Apple laptop: battery life and processing performance are both great for such a compact laptop, and it stays quiet and cool at all times.

If you're sure you want to stick with Windows, the Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is absolutely worth a look. It gives you the flexibility of a 2-in-1 form factor that can do double duty as a tablet as well as a laptop, it gives you more power than you might expect for something so thin and light, and it has the advantage of a digital stylus that's going to appeal to digital creatives wanting to be able to work anywhere and everywhere.

Find out more about the current laptops available with our guides to the best photo editing laptops, the best laptops for video editing, the best student laptops, and the best Chromebooks.

A monitor with a built-in webcam is a great thing to have if you regularly participate in video conference calls for work, or often make video calls with family and friends. It's just more convenient and elegant than balancing a separate webcam on top of a normal monitor.

In this guide, we've curated a selection of the best monitors with webcams available today, and at the best prices, ranging from budget bargains to high-end options filled with features.

(If you're not interested in a webcam, and just want a display that offers the best possible image quality, check out our guides to the best monitors for photo editing or best video editing monitors guides.)

Our top picks

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We reckon a 27-inch monitor is a great balance between a comfortable screen area, and a display that isn't overly imposing. This Dell video conferencing monitor hits that sweet spot, and its 2560 x 1440 resolution is also just right, as screen taskbars and icons will be perfectly sized without having to employ image scaling as you would for a 4K display of this size. The screen also uses an IPS LCD panel for more stable color and contrast - a must for photo or video editing, where image quality is paramount. In-keeping with its office-orientated design, you get plenty of display inputs, and even an RJ-45 networking port.

The included webcam is capable of Full HD 30fps recording, boasts a wide 178-degree viewing angle, and is assisted by a noise-cancelling microphone. Microsoft Teams certification means you can launch Teams, join meetings and respond to notifications with a simple button press. In short, if you're after a monitor with webcam that covers pretty much every base, the Dell P2724DEB is hard to beat.

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Best monitor with webcam for gamers

The HP E27m G4 offers pretty much everything the Dell C2722DE (number one on our list) does. They're both 27-inch, QHD monitors. Both have an integrated 5-megapixel webcam and 5-watt stereo speakers. Both offer excellent connectivity. So really, choosing between them comes down to very small differences.

For example, the HP's IPS panel is brighter, and the color coverage is very slightly wider. Conversely, though, the HP E27m G4 offers a refresh rate of 75Hz, which makes for smoother motion, while the Dell C2722DE is limited to 60Hz. So if you're a keen gamer, that's probably a good enough reason to choose this one over the Dell.

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Best cheap monitor with webcam

Looking to keep your costs down? Despite its low cost, this 24-inch 1080p IPS monitor manages to pack in an impressive array of features. The IPS panel at its heart should provide top-notch color and contrast consistency, regardless of your viewing angle.

Then there's the built-in 2MP webcam which can be rotated through 315 degrees and tilted up or down by 10 degrees. Audio is taken care of by stereo speakers, while the beam-forming microphone array separates speech from background noise. There's also an echo cancellation feature to further enhance speech clarity.

Connectivity options are plentiful with HDMI, DisplayPort, and analog video inputs, so connecting to your desktop or laptop computer should be a cinch.

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Best cheap monitor with webcam for Mac

There's no shortage of monitors with webcams that you could use alongside a MacBook or Mac mini, but the most fitting choice has to be the Apple Studio Display. Just be warned: it's very expensive.

If you can afford it, though, you'll be rewarded with a very lovely 27-inch 5K display. It has true and consistent colors, up to 600 nits of brightness, and an extremely wide viewing angle. The screen's nano-textured glass option reduces glare. Connectivity is excellent, too, with three USB-C ports and one Thunderbolt port.

Not only is the display impressive, but so is the webcam. Where most monitors with a webcam make do with a 2MP camera, the Studio Display rocks a 12MP ultra-wide camera with Apple's Center Stage feature, which uses machine learning to keep you in the center of the frame, even if you move around. A 3-mic array is on hand for premium voice capture, and don't forget about the SIX built-in speakers!

Naturally, all this doesn't come cheap - far from it - but if you've got the cash to splash, this is the ultimate monitor with webcam.

Read our full Apple Studio Display review

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Want a monitor with a webcam that can do even more besides? The Samsung M8 can do much more than any other monitor on this list.

For starters, there's the magnetic 1080p SlimFit webcam that attaches neatly to the back, with only the small camera lens poking out over the top. Its tilt ability keeps you in the center of the frame, and there's a camera cover for privacy. The built-in microphone doesn't just record sound, it also works in conjunction with smart assistants like Alexa, enabling you to voice command the monitor.

Other smart features abound as well. It boasts adaptive picture and adaptive sound for a better visual and audio experience catered to you and your surroundings. It supports both Bixby and Amazon Alexa. And it comes with Samsung’s Automatic Source Switch+, making it more seamless for you to switch from one video source to another.

Dozens of video call apps are built in, as are numerous entertainment and productivity apps. In fact, there are so many app options that if you add a keyboard and mouse, you can use the M8 Smart Monitor as its own self-contained computer - no PC or Mac required!

The only downside is that this is a monitor designed for entertainment and productivity, not image or video editing. Consequently, the LCD panel at its heart uses VA screen technology, which can't match the color and contrast consistency of the IPS LCD screens on this list.

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Best ultrawide monitor with webcam

Proof that you really can have it all: this monitor not only has a built-in webcam, it's also an ultrawide 21:9 display, and it's curved for an even more immersive viewing experience. What's more, unlike most curved displays, this one is based around an IPS LCD panel, so color and contrast accuracy won't fluctuate depending on your viewing angle. You also get USB-C connectivity with Power Delivery to connect and power a laptop with a single cable.

The EV3450XC's webcam is neatly integrated into the top bezel of the screen - no tacked-on camera module here. It does a reasonable job, coping well if you're heavily back-lit, but don't expect the video quality of a decent standalone webcam. The isn't much fine detail to see, and if you're in low light color accuracy and saturation take a noticeable hit.

Read our full Eizo EV3450XC review

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How to choose the best monitor with webcam

First, focus on the webcam. Resolution is crucial – aim for at least 1080p for the clearest picture. Don't forget a built-in microphone for easy two-way communication. And a pop-up camera adds a nice touch for privacy.

Next, consider your workspace. Measure the available space to ensure a comfortable fit. Popular monitor sizes for video conferencing are 24 to 27 inches. Also think about screen resolution: 1080p is great for everyday tasks, while 1440p or 4K offers sharper details for professionals who work with intricate visuals. For optimal viewing angles during calls, an IPS panel is ideal - this "In-plane Switching" technology tends to give the best color quality too.

Built-in speakers can eliminate the need for a headset, simplifying your setup. A USB-C port is a game-changer, charging your laptop while transferring data and minimizing cable clutter. And finally, don't underestimate the importance of adjustability! A monitor that tilts, swivels, and adjusts in height allows you to find the perfect viewing position for long calls, ensuring comfort and focus.

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How we test monitors

We evaluate a monitor with particular attention given to its core image quality, including brightness, contrast, color vibrancy and accuracy. While this can - and will - be assessed by the experienced eye of our professional reviewer, some manufacturer screen specs can only be definitively judged by an 'electronic eye' - a monitor calibrator. Where possible, a calibration device will be placed on the screen to verify its advertised color space coverage, brightness output and consistency, and factory color calibration accuracy. Beyond image quality, we'll also scrutinise the monitor's display and data ports to ensure acceptable connectivity, and will give a thorough assessment of build quality, including the range of ergonomic adjustment in its stand. Only then will we determine if a screen is worthy of use by a discerning imaging or video enthusiast.

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Dell has a long and illustrious history with XPS laptops, started in 1993, the XPS series offers the best performance possible in the most attractively designed and portable form factor from a Dell machine.

In 2012 Dell completely revamped its XPS line of laptops, adding an all metal chassis, with elements of carbon fiber weaving, but also included a premium near bezelless screen. This proved to be a massive hit both critically and commercially, and launched Dell's XPS range of laptops as the ones to beat.

In 2018 Dell expanded the XPS lineup from traditional clamshell laptops to include a new hybrid 2-in-1 laptop and tablet device that still runs full Windows OS. There have been 3 generations of XPS 2-in-1s so far, with previous generations of the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1s having a 360º hinge, however now, Dell has decided to take the keyboard off altogether. 

Dell has stiff competition for the best 2-in-1 laptop, with most manufacturers offering compelling devices, none more so than the latest iteration of the device that started it all, the Microsoft Surface Pro 9.

So how does Dell stack up in an increasingly popular field of computing?

Specifications

Processor: 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1230U or 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1250U
Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
RAM: 8GB or 16GB, 4267MHz LPDDR4x
SSD: 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB
Display: 13inch touch display, 3:2, 3K (2880x1920), GorillaGlass Victus, active pen support, 500-Nit peak brightness
Cameras: Rear camera 2160p at 30 fps, front facing camera 1080p at 30fps
Ports: 2 Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) with DisplayPort and Power Delivery
Battery: 49.5 Wh with 44W charger
Size (HxWxD): 7.4mm x 292.5mm x 201.2mm
Weight: 736g (1.3kg with keyboard folio)

Key features

The Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 comes with Windows 11, the latest update for Windows improving on a lot of what went wrong in the previous couple of generations and making a lot of very welcome visual changes to bring it up to date. Dell gives the option of an Intel i5 or i7 processor, both of these come with Intel Xe Graphics. If you plan to use your device for photo or video editing, then the i7 should be the minimum processor you aim for. 

The XPS 13 2-in-1 has a stunning 13-inch 3K screen with vivid balanced colors that cover 100% sRGB color gamut. The Dell comes with an XPS stylus that has 4096 points of pressure for an accurate drawing experience. The stylus can snap magnetically onto the top of the tablet to charge wirelessly. 

The 2-in-1 packs in WiFi 6E for faster downloads and uploads for those editing and working on large files on the go. Although this does require compatible 6E WiFi routers which are not yet widely implemented by a lot of ISPs. And for wired connections, the Dell packs two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4 for lightning-fast file transfers.

The Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 comes with the XPS Folio, which is Dell's detachable keyboard cover case, that also functions as a tent-like stand that props the tablet up in its laptop form factor. The keyboard has larger keys than previous Dell keyboards, and the keys are even backlit for typing in low light. The XPS Folio has what Dell calls a spacious touchpad, which is still nothing like the space you get on an Apple laptop, but it is good for a hybrid device of this nature.

Build and handling

The tablet portion of this 2-in-1 is beautiful, made of premium aluminium it looks classy and expensive. The edges of the tablet are very square, which might not be to everyone's taste, but it gives the tablet a very symmetrical appearance and works very nicely with its four perfectly balanced and small screen bezels.

The tablet without the keyboard doesn't feel too heavy to carry around and work with on the go. When the keyboard and back cover are added, this does make the device noticeably heavier, with the XPS Folio around two-thirds of the weight of the tablet. The whole package is slightly heavier than a Macbook Air.

Dell is known for its stunning screens, and the XPS 2-in-1 doesn't let it down. The screen is sharp and saturated, with deep rich colour, but maintaining a good colour balance, this is a beautiful screen to watch movies and edit photos on.

The main issues the Dell XPS 2-in-1 has are with its detachable keyboard Folio, which leaves a mostly frustrating experience. The main fault being with its stand that keeps the device upright. The stand folds in two places, forming a sort of tent that the tablet is rested against, and is supported with magnets that are meant to lock the stand into place, with two different viewing angles.

These magnets are simply not reliable enough to hold the tablet, and I found after thinking I had locked the tablet in place, it just came crashing down onto the table due to it being slightly misaligned. The stand is fiddly and frustrating, still, no manufacturers have come close to touching the Surface Pro hinge and kickstand.

The whole XPS Folio, both keyboard and stand are also one piece, so the keyboard cannot be disconnected independently while leaving the stand portion. The keyboard can fold back under the tablet, but this is an inelegant solution that exposes the keys to debris and marks from the surface it is on.

A very confusing quirk is when the keyboard is folded back 360°, it turns off the tablet (maybe due to its magnets) so if you want to walk around using the Dell XPS 2-in-1, you will need to pull it off the folio first, or just let the keyboard section dangle.

The saving grace of the keyboard is that it does look fantastic, I really like the minimalist uniform design, but is keys are very flat with no separation between them, the key travel is fine, but as someone who types a lot for a living, I made a lot more mistakes typing on this keyboard, although this might be a keyboard you eventually get used to.

The Dell has a rear-facing camera, which is a nice if probably unnecessary feature for most people, but it produces some decent-quality video if you want to share quick clips in a chat. The front-facing camera is clear and sharp with good lighting for video calls. The speakers are a little muddled, lacking a huge amount of range, but they are fine for watching videos on the move or clearly hearing participants in a video call. 

Performance

The main competitor for the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 is the Surface Pro 9, and you can see a comparison of their benchmarks in the table below. Just on the benchmarks alone, there is not much to separate these two hybrids, both devices have Intel i7 processors and Intel Iris graphics. The Dell comes out on top on both Geekbench and Cinebench single-core tasks, but loses out to the Surface Pro 9 at multicore tasks and in graphical prowess, but only marginally. 

In truth, with similar benchmarks like these, you are unlikely to see any real-world differences, and in my testing, both devices performed admirably. The Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 is very quick and agile, opening programs and files in a flash, and flying through web browsing and video streaming. The processor handles productivity tasks like Microsoft Word and Powerpoint with no issues at all. This would make an absolutely fantastic device for remote working or for students.

When it comes to photo and video editing, the Dell XPS 2-in-1 is surprisingly efficient. When tested using Adobe Photoshop, the Dell handled a lot of complex tasks well including working on files with multiple layers or using the liquify tool with only a few minor pauses. In Adobe Lightroom, applying auto-masking was very fast and gradients were almost instantaneous. Exporting large batches of RAW files to JPEGs did push the processor to its limits slowing down the device and limiting its use temporarily, although this is not uncommon for devices in this category.

When using Adobe Premiere Pro, the Dell found this a little more of a challenge, with frequent pauses scrubbing through videos or applying transitions or layers. Without a dedicated graphics card, this is really no surprise, but it is very welcome that video editing can be done on this device while on the go, even if a little more slowly.

The Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 is not a worthy replacement for any dedicated editing computer, but it is the perfect companion for editing as you travel.

Verdict

My willingness to recommend the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 is as fluctuating as its form factor. The Dell is a 2-in-1, but only 1-in-1 is a real winner. On one hand, Dell has managed to produce a fantastic-looking device, with a beautiful sharp, saturated, and balanced screen, that also packs in enough power to be an excellent productivity machine and even cope with photo and video editing. 

On the other hand, the keyboard folio is a huge frustration. The keyboard is a lot of style over some questionable substance, with the flat borderless keys being more difficult to type on quickly. Propped up with occasionally temperamental magnets, it is finicky to get open and set up, and often just gets in the way.

However, the design and substance of the tablet win out, as well as its price being very competitive for the quality of the device. If you are looking for a remote working or remote editing 2-in-1 hybrid device, you will find a lot to love with the Dell XPS 2-in-1.

For more on the best computing devices for editing, you can check out our guides to the best photo editing laptops and the best laptops for video editing. Or if you are looking for a more powerful editing machine, you can see our guide for the best desktop computer for photo editing.

The Pro Webcam from Dell sits below the company’s flagship Ultrasharp Webcam, which we reviewed in 2022 and gave a score of 4.5/5 stars. At around $110/£110, the new model is around half the price of the Ultrasharp, but for that price the Pro still delivers a premium design and 2K video quality.

It also includes some features missing from the more expensive model, such as an integrated tripod screw fixing and a built-in microphone. Despite it lacking the 4K resolution of the Ultrasharp, the Dell Pro Webcam still promises to deliver a serious upgrade over the webcam built into your laptop.

In a world where daily video calls have become a normal part of life for millions of us, Dell hopes the Pro Webcam’s 2K resolution, HDR capabilities and AI-powered automatic framing system will be enough to tempt you into upgrading the quality of your Zoom calls.

Dell Pro Webcam specifications

Dell model number: WB5023

Resolution: 2K QHD at 24 or 30fps / Full HD at 24, 30 or 60 fps

Field of view: 65 or 78 degrees

Digital zoom: Up to 4x

Inbuilt microphone: Yes, with a range of three metres

Autofocus: Yes

Privacy cover: Yes, magnetic

Connection: USB-A, fixed cable

Key features

Among this webcam’s key features are its 2K resolution, also somewhat confusingly known as Quad HD and which can also be expressed as 2560 x 1440. This resolution can be used at 24 or 30 frames per second, while Full HD (1920 x 1080) also works at the quicker 60 fps, making for smoother but less detailed footage.

We shouldn’t need to highlight a noise-reduction microphone as a key feature, but since the pricier Dell Ultrasharp Webcam misses out, it’s worth a mention. You could still use your own external mic if you truly value audio quality, but for most users the Pro Webcam’s audio quality is perfectly decent while not outstanding.

Annoyingly, you need to enable the mic in the Dell Peripheral Manager application before it’ll work in any app. We were accused of being muted in a Zoom call before realising this.

Lastly, the Dell has AI-powered automatic framing. When enabled (again via the DPM app), this zooms in slightly then pans to keep you in the centre of the frame. It isn’t a patch on the gimbal-equipped Insta360 Link, and is fairly slow but gets the job done.

Build and handling

This is where the Dell Pro Webcam shines brightest. It has an attractive cylindrical design that looks and feels high quality, with a universal monitor mount that grips onto the top of your screen and a white status light at the three o’clock position to show when the camera is active.

There’s also a magnetic lens cover that snaps to the front for privacy, then to the rear for easy storage while the camera is in use. I quite like this approach, but can see why some users would prefer an integrated lens cover that can’t be detached and lost.

The monitor mount has an integrated tripod screw hole, which is a good thing, while the USB-A power cable is also integrated, which is less good. We’d prefer USB-C, for a start, and the option to swap the cable for a longer or shorter one.

Performance

Now to what really matters, and we’re mostly struck by indifference. The Dell’s video quality is…fine. The HDR function does a decent job of balancing highlights and shadows (when enabled, again via the app), but there just isn’t the amount of detail buyers would expect when using “2K” on the spec sheet.

Colors are mostly good, albeit with a white balance that edges slightly towards the green end of the spectrum. But there’s a fair bit of noise unless you’re sitting in a particularly bright room. This is fine for a professional office space, but today’s webcams need to make you look good in the darkest corners of your home office on a grey winter’s day.

Even with decent lighting, there’s a softness and graininess to its video capabilities that undermines the ‘Pro’ bit of the Dell’s name.

Dell Pro Webcam: Verdict

The Dell Pro Webcam gives with one hand and takes away with the other. The design and built quality are great, so long as you don’t mind a webcam that’s a bit bigger than most others, and the free software makes it easy for novice users to adjust basic settings. It’s also a nice plug-and-play option with minimal setup requirements.

However, those expecting professional video quality from this so-called Pro Webcam may well be left disappointed. It is baffling as to why manufacturers insist in using such names when this is clearly aimed at casual consumers and not video professionals. Footage captured by the Dell is mostly fine, with decent HDR capabilities and acceptable white balance. But those expecting an experience beyond Full HD may be disappointed.

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The video-focussed Panasonic S1H is a beast of a camera and we've found a beast of a Black Friday deal when you purchase through B&H. Full price the S1H is £3997 (certainly not cheap) but a saving of $500 makes this camera a lot more tempting. 

Bridging the gap between conventional camera systems and cine cameras, the S1H features a 24.2MP CMOS sensor which suits both video and stills. It has 14-stops of dynamic range which is perfect for recording fine details, an ISO range of 100 - 51,200 as well as Dual Native ISO which helps to improve color fidelity and reduce noise. 

It can shoot  6K 24p video using almost the entire sensor as well as 5.9K30p and UHD 4K60p 4:2:2 internally or record raw externally with a compatible external recorder. A vari-angle display you can flip out is really useful when shooting at the hip, overhead or if you're shooting a vlog and need to see yourself. 

One of the biggest advantages of the S1H over other cameras is its unlimited recording times thanks to a powerful cooling system. It was the first time a fan was ever used in a mirrorless camera but it's a regular feature in broadcast and cinema cameras. This does mean the camera itself is a lot chunkier than the Panasonic S1 but you get a lot of pro video features that make it worth it. V-Log comes preinstalled and a free LUT can be downloaded to preview the final footage using the camera's LUT view assistant so you don't even have to wait til the editing stage to get an idea of what your footage will look like. 

We can't imagine this offer will be around for long so if you're after a camera that can shoot high-quality, broadcast standard video as well as sharp, high-quality photos and don't mind a slightly larger body, we don't expect to see it this cheap again anytime soon. 

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Amazon: Cheap prices on camera gear
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Adobe: Save $180 on Creative Cloud complete suite
Apple: Save on your old iPhone or iPad
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B&H Photo Video: Deals on camera brands
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GoPro: Early deals on Hero 11 Black
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The best photo-editing laptops won't just be the perfect tool for photographers needing to do some photo editing. A machine with a fast processor, plenty of RAM, and a large storage drive will give you a computer ideal for home-working too. And the addition of a quality screen with consistent color and contrast will not only bring images to life, but can also help reduce eye strain and fatigue.

So which are the best? The latest MacBook models are still a force to be reckoned with, but don't ignore the latest crop of Windows laptops. The market is fierce right now, producing some excellent all-rounders like the Asus ProArt P16 and Microsoft Surface Laptop 5.

To help you make the right choice, our experts have reviewed and tested thousands of laptops. And in the article below, we present the very best laptops for photo editing on the market today.

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The best photo-editing laptops

Most powerful laptop for photo editing

The MacBook Pro equipped with Apple's M5 Max chip is quite simply the most powerful laptop you can buy today. That makes it a good option if you edit a lot of large image files, and especially if you also do a lot of video editing.

Performance-wise, the M5 Max chip delivers impressive results in photo editing applications. However, you do pay a premium for this performance, so if you don't need a massive amount of power, you may be better off with one of the cheaper laptops featured below.

It's not just about power, though. Another top feature of the latest MacBook Pro is the optional nano-texture display. This could be a revelation for anyone who edits photos in a variety of lighting conditions; virtually eliminating glare while maintaining high color accuracy. Meanwhile the peak HDR brightness of 1,600 nits ensure your photos look spectacular.

Another plus point is the MacBook Pro's 17-hour battery life, which means you can edit all day without hunting for a power outlet. We're also big fans of the 12MP Center Stage webcam, which will make your remote client meetings more professional. Finally, the inclusion of an SD card slot, three Thunderbolt 5 ports, and the ability to drive multiple external displays makes this a versatile mobile editing station for photographers.

The MacBook Pro M5 Max is also available as a 16-inch model. That'll give you a more comfortable editing workspace, but the price you pay goes up significantly. We'd prefer to spend the difference on one of the best monitors for MacBook Pros, which you can use as a large second screen when editing at home.

See our full Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) review

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Best photo editing laptop for most people

The Apple MacBook Air 15 M4 is probably the best laptop currently on the market for most people, who don't need the huge amount of performance offered by the MacBook Pro.

That makes it a superb choice for any photographer, videographer, or creative who wants a larger gorgeous screen, combined with enough power to comfortably run the latest editing software, and all wrapped up in a lightweight package that can easily slip into a backpack.

There are more powerful Apple options for really demanding editing situations, but for most people, the M4 chip inside the 'Air 15 will provide more than enough oomph to edit comfortably. Best of all, Apple recently upgraded the base RAM from 16GB to 32GB, without increasing the price.

The lack of abundant ports, and the absence of an SD card slot, holds this laptop back from being the ultimate laptop for content creators though. So the MacBook Pro is a slightly better all-rounder, if you're happy to pay more and carry more bulk.

Read our full MacBook Air 15-inch M3 (2024) review

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Best Windows photo editing laptop

Portable power like this is ideal for anyone shooting photos or videos in the field. The ProArt P16 has everything you need in one package, including enough storage to empty your memory cards.

In our comprehensive testing, the P16 performed incredibly well in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom and Davinci Resolve. We also noted that the 24 addressable CPU threads of this laptop allow parallel tasks in Lightroom, such as exporting and generating smart previews, are given an extra speed boost.

However, all this power comes at a price, with the laptop, especially at higher spec models troubling most bank balances. Although as a laptop that’s versatile, portable, powerful, and with the Dial and touchscreen, it ranks as one of the best laptops for photo and video editing right now.

Read our full Asus ProArt P16 H7606WX review

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Best budget laptop

A laptop that can handle serious photo editing will never be really cheap, but we reckon the Asus TUF A16 strikes a great balance of offering fast performance at an accessible price. Firepower comes from a potent 8-core AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processor, teamed with 16GB of RAM.

Screen specs haven't been skimped on, either. There's an excellent 16-inch IPS display with a healthy 2560 x 1600 resolution, plus it covers a hugely impressive 100% of the demanding DCI-P3 color space. That resolution may be lower than 4K, but it's already more than sharp enough to give you a super-crisp viewing experience.

During our time reviewing the TUF A16 we found it to also have a surprisingly good battery life for a laptop this powerful. Expect around 10 hours of light use and video playback, though inevitably if you work those 8 CPU cores hard, you'll need to plug in much sooner.

If you're after a laptop that gives you maximum bang per buck, the Asus TUF A16 is just that: exceptional value for money.

Read more: Asus TUF A16 full review

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Best for photo editing on the move

The latest MacBook Air (above) is already a great choice if you want a thin and light laptop for photo editing on the go. However, you'll pay a premium for that Apple logo, and not everyone is familiar with macOS. Fortunately there are plenty of Windows laptops that are just as travel-friendly and cost less, with the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Aura being one of the best.

It's based around a modern Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor - a CPU that's been designed for AI workflows, and which provides ample speed while running cool and preseving battery power. It's not going to break any speed records, but we found it to easily cope with some heavy-duty image editing in Photoshop, while still managing almost 22 hours of continuous video playback on a single charge. Screen quality is also excellent, with incredible color accuracy and impressive color space coverage.

You will have to make some compromises to have such a svelte machine, however. There are only two USB-C ports, and one of those will be used by the power cord when you need to recharge. Graphical processing is handled by the CPU, so this is no gaming powerhouse.

Read our full Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Aura review for more details

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Best MacBook alternative for photo editing

Microsoft's Surface Laptop 5 is a fantastic option for anyone design-conscious, who wants a traditional clamshell design Windows laptop that is oozing with style.

With a big, sharp, and colorful screen, a fantastic keyboard, and a large trackpad, the Surface Laptop 5 is a joy to use. Although a design overhaul wouldn't go amiss, with its chunky bezels needing reducing and a couple more ports squeezed in.

The Surface Laptop 5 performs very well at productivity tasks, easily handling Office apps for work or school, intensive web browsing, and video streaming, and photographers can be confident in performing light photo editing in Lightroom or Photoshop.

When it comes to video, the Surface Laptop struggles and keen filmmakers might want to look at options with a dedicated graphics card - or that sport an Apple logo.

Read our full Surface Laptop 5 review

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The Acer Predator Helios 300 represents an awful lot of laptop for a relatively affordable price. Despite its accessible cost, we found during our testing that you still get respectable photo-editing performance, courtesy of Intel Core i7 power paired with up to 32GB of RAM. In fact, there's enough speed here to rival laptops costing much, much more. Factor the healthy amount of built-in storage (up to a 1TB SSD, or a SSD+hard drive combo) and you can store thousands of high-res raw files without running out of space.

The Predator Helios 300 is marketed as a gaming laptop, so there are extras like a Turbo button that'll give you an overclocked boost for intense editing bouts, plus there’s custom control over the cooling fan, so you can balance cooling performance with fan noise. Granted, they're not essential features for photo editing, but this laptop is great value regardless.

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How to choose the best photo-editing laptop

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How we test the best photo-editing laptops

When reviewing a laptop, we assess its internal hardware features, build quality, ergonomics, performance in a variety of usage scenarios, value for money, and its overall suitability for its target buyer. Although we'll evaluate a laptop with a typical user in mind, we will also pay particular attention to the perspective of photo and video enthusiasts, with special focus given to screen quality and color space coverage. Where possible, a monitor calibrator will be used to measure a laptop's display performance to assess whether it matches a manufacturer's claims, and software benchmarks like Geekbench and Cinebench are used to measure a laptop's processor and graphics card capabilities.

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We love a good portable monitor. Thanks to the wonders of USB-C, you can extend the display area of your laptop with a second screen and just a single cable. This transfers both the video signal and power from your laptop, providing you have a USB-C port with Power Delivery.

There are plenty of portable monitors to choose from, but if you're after a screen from a respected brand, Dell is an obvious choice. Despite the company's vast range of conventional computer monitors, the C1422H is its only portable monitor offering. Let's see how it shapes up...

Specifications

Display area: 14 inches
Aspect: 16:9
Panel type: IPS
Display colors: 16.7 million
Resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Pixel density: 158 ppi
Response time: 6ms
Brightness: 300 cd/m2
Contrast ratio: 700:1
Color space coverage (measured): 100% sRGB, 76% DCI-P3
Video inputs: 2x USB-C

Features

The C1422H is a 14-inch, 16:9 widescreen display that sports a generous Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution. That's high enough to produce a 158ppi pixel density on a screen this small - almost as crisp a 27-inch monitor running at 4K. The C1422H is based around an IPS LCD panel, which is ideal for discerning image or video editors: IPS LCD tech provides much more consistent color and contrast, regardless of viewing angle, than TN or even VA-based LCD units.

Build & handling

A portable monitor needs to be just that: portable. Thankfully the C1422H weighs only 590g and is also super-slim at just 1.43cm - plus, that figure only applies when the stand is folded closed and the device is at its thickest. The display panel itself is much slimmer, making the screen look and feel incredibly svelte. At 32.2cm wide and 20.3cm tall, this is a monitor that can comfortably slot in a bag alongside your laptop, and Dell provides a nice soft sleeve for transportation.

Unlike some portable monitors which use a kickstand-type stand to 'prop' up the monitor when in use, the C1422H has a simple one-piece base, hinged along the bottom bezel of the display. The friction of this hinge is high enough to support the display when tilted at any angle in its +10/+90 degree tilt range.

On the right-hand edge of the base you'll find the power button and a USB-C port, while the left edge contains a second USB-C port, along with tiny buttons to control screen brightness, and another button to activate Dell's ComfortView feature for reducing blue light and possible resulting eye strain. A USB port on each side of the monitor means you can use the screen on either side of your laptop with minimal cable clutter. Both ports also have Power Pass Through, so you could have the display connected on one side, and your phone charging on the other.

Performance

The Dell C1422H isn't just convenient to carry, it's also super-easy to use. Simply power up your laptop, plug the supplied USB-C lead into a Type-C port on your laptop that has Power Delivery, connect the monitor and hey presto, the display springs into life. All you then need to do is configure Windows/MacOS to duplicate or extend your laptop's desktop onto the second screen. And that's really all there is to it. If you've never used a multi-monitor set-up before, you need only drag your mouse cursor off the side of your laptop's screen and it'll then transfer seamlessly onto the portable monitor's display.

With only on-board brightness adjustment, you can forget about advanced settings like picture or game modes, color balance, etc. But that's not what this screen's designed for - it's supposed to be as hassle-free as possible. And it's not as if you'll feel any need to mess with the image quality, as it's pretty darned good right out of the box.

The 1920 x 1080 resolution is super sharp on a screen of this size, and while the default color balance is unlikely to be an exact match to your laptop's display, it looks good in its own right, if slightly muted compared to the ultra-vibrant displays used on laptops like the MacBook and Surface. True to its IPS LCD screen tech, viewing angles are excellent, meaning that even when viewed from well off centre, color and contrast stay stable and don't wash out - essential for accurate image or video editing. A 300-nit max brightness is about average - bright enough for use outside, though not for displaying any HDR content.

While a portable monitor like this really isn't intended for exacting color-critical work, we still performed some basic lab tests on it with our trusty Datacolor Spyder X Elite colorimeter to check the screen's brightness level, color gamut coverage and default color accuracy. After all, this is fairly pricey for a portable monitor, so you should expect decent image quality:

Lab results

Color gamut:

Dell only advertises 72% NTSC color space coverage for the C1422H - no mention of any other color gamut. Our testing revealed the C1422H can actually display 100% sRGB, 76% Adobe RGB, and 76% of the demanding DCI-P3 video color space. These are decent enough scores for a portable monitor.

Brightness and contrast:

Dell claims 300cd/m2 maximum brightness for the C1422H, and our measured brightness figure of 271.3cd/m2 is close enough.

Color accuracy:

The C1422H is all about portability, not being the ultimate reference display for color-critical work. Even so, we thought we'd test it for color accuracy, and measured a Delta-E deviance from ideal color of 2.01 - not brilliant, but still very respectable for a monitor of this type.

Verdict

If you're in the market for a simple, effortlessly portable and high quality portable monitor, the Dell C1422H is easy to recommend. It's a true 'plug-and-play' screen (providing your laptop has a compatible USB-C port with Power Delivery), and once connected, you're rewarded with great image quality. Whether you simply want more screen real estate for multi-tasking, or to duplicate your laptop's display for work collaboration and presentations, you really can't go wrong with this monitor.

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The Dell U2723QE comes from Dell's established UltraSharp range of displays which prioritise image quality and color accuracy in order to satisfy demanding creatives. The U2723QE itself is a 27-inch display with headline specs like 98% DCI-P3 color space coverage, 4K resolution, USB-C connectivity with Power Delivery, and even IPS Black technology to boost contrast and give deeper black depth. However, competition in this sector and at this price point is fierce, so let's see if the Dell U2723QE can hold its own.

Specifications

Display area: 27 inches
Aspect: 16:9
Panel type: IPS
Panel bit depth: 10-bit
Display colors: 1.07 billion
Resolution: 4K (3840 x 3160)
Pixel density: 163.18 ppi
Refresh rate: 60Hz
Response time: 8ms
Brightness: 400 cd/m2
Contrast ratio: 2000:1 (static)
Color space coverage: 100% sRGB, 100% Rec 709, 98% DCI-P3
Video inputs: HDMI, USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode), DisplayPort 1.4

Key features

The stand-out feature of the Dell U2723QE is its IPS Black technology, which Dell claims to be an industry-first. The aim of this screen tech is to create deeper blacks and a higher contrast ratio (2000:1) than you'd normally get from a conventional IPS display. Indeed, any LCD-based display relies on some form of lighting behind the pixel layer in order to make the pixels themselves easily visible. This in turn entails that even when a totally black image is displayed, the blacklighting in a regular LCD monitor means a completely black image is never truly black, with a slight shimmer still visible. Dell's IPS Black tech is designed to at least reduce this effect, though don't expect the kind of true black depth you'd get from an OLED display.

Elsewhere, 98% DCI-P3 coverage is pretty impressive and is good news for videographers who shoot using this color space. A 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution also provides very crisp image quality when squeezed onto a 27-inch display size, equating to 163.18 pixels per inch. A maximum 400 cd/m2 brightness is enough for VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, while Dell's ComfortView Plus low blue light mode promises reduced eye strain without compromising color accuracy.

Connectivity includes the ususual HDMI and DisplayPort options, along with a USB-C port capable of 90W Power Delivery, and even an extra quick-access USB-C port with a 15W charging ability. An RJ45 Ethernet port is another unusual but welcome addition, and there are four USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10gbps) Type-A ports.

Build & handling

The design of the Dell U2723QE is fairly typical of Dell's UltraSharp monitors, being understated but functional and ergonomic. The included stand is a high quality, predominantly metal item with a generous 150mm of height adjustment range, plus 60 degrees of swivel angle and -5/+21 degrees of tilt angle. A cord passthrough opening in the stand's upright support gives some basic cable management, too.

On the rear of the display is a simple but effective joystick control system to navigate the on-screen display menu. This needs to be easy to navigate, as Dell includes numerous options for productivity features like KVM (keyboard, video & mouse) sharing to control two PCs via a single monitor, keyboard and mouse. Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture options then give you easy viewing of both PCs.

The Dell U2723QE is also compatible with Dell's Display Manager software. This lets you tile apps in 38 possible layouts for optimal multitasking convenience. An auto restore feature will restore your last-used app layout, while configurable shortcut keys let you set your preferred display config with maximum ease.

Performance

As we'd expect from a premium IPS-based monitor, the U2723QE's image quality impresses right out of the box, with excellent color vibrancy, contrast intensity and uniformity, none of which shifts if you change your viewing angle. A 4K resolution on a screen this size guarantees extremely sharp images, though be prepared to set Windows' display scaling to at least 150% for text, icons and toolbars to be comfortably visible.

Dell's new IPS Black screen tech does indeed provide an appreciable boost to black depth, though to our eyes it's still a modest improvement over the contrast provided by a similarly premium 'regular' IPS display. The U2723QE's LED backlighting means blacks still aren't completely black, however for the vast majority of users used to viewing LCD monitors, this phenomenon is likely to go almost unnoticed.

Backlight uniformity also appears very consistent to the naked eye, with no obvious 'bleed' or brightness hotspots when viewing a dark image. However to really assess a monitor's image quality, you need more than a subjective human viewpoint. So we broke out our DataColor Spyder X Elite monitor calibrator to really put the U2723QE through its paces.

Lab results

Color gamut:

True to Dell's claims, the U2723QE does indeed provide 100% sRGB and 98% DCI-P3 color space coverage, as well as 89% AdobeRGB coverage.

Brightness and contrast:

We measured 379.1 cd/m2 maximum brightness and a 1570:1 peak contrast - an excellent result on both counts. It's worth noting that while a monitor may be capable of high outright brightness, you generally wouldn't want to set brightness anywhere near this high for everyday use. For typical image editing, 200cd/m2 brightness is still more than enough.

Color accuracy (before calibration):

Dell claims the U2723QE comes pre-calibrated to a Delta E color accuracy of <2. We found this to be entirely accurate, recording an accuracy of 1.64 with the screen set to the Standard color preset.

Color accuracy (after calibration):

Calibration with the SpyderX Elite was able to further improve color accuracy to a highly impressive 0.74.

Luminance uniformity:

The luminance uniformity test measures the consistency of the display's backlighting. In the case of the Dell UltraSharp U2723QE, at 100% screen brightness there's an 11% difference in brightness across the screen between the brightest and dimmest regions. This increases slightly to a 12% deviation when brightness is reduced to 67%.

Color uniformity:

Adjusting screen brightness can also affect color consistency across a display. But here the U2723QE performs very well, recording only a maximum Delta-E 3.6 color deviance with brightness set to 100%, and even better color consistency when brightness is reduced to a more usable 67%.

Verdict

Whether or not the Dell UltraSharp U2723QE makes sense for you really depends on how much you need extensive DCI-P3 color space coverage, and how much you value USB-C connectivity with Power Delivery. If you're willing to sacrifice a few percentage points of P3 coverage, similarly color-accurate 27-inch 4K displays can be had for noticeably less cash. But with its superb image quality, excellent versatility and solid build quality, the UltraSharp U2723QE offers very good value for money. It's definitely worthy of serious consideration if you're in the market for a high-performing display for image or video editing.

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The latest version of the Dell XPS 15 – like many of the versions before it – is an easy pick for our lists of best laptops for video editing and best laptops for photo editing out there at the moment. It's powerful, it looks great, it has a bright and crisp screen, and more besides... but is it the best laptop for your needs?

If the Dell XPS 15 has found its way on to your shortlist of potential purchases, we're here to tell you everything you need to know about it. By the time you've finished our guide to the laptop, you should be in a position to make an informed decision about upgrading.

What are the specs of the Dell XPS 15?

When you go shopping for a Dell laptop, you know there are going to be multiple configurations available, and that's the case with the Dell XPS 15. These configurations are refreshed on a fairly regular basis as well, so we'd recommend you going to the Dell website and having a look at what's available right now. You can often also pick up laptops with slightly different specs from third-party retailers too.

At the time of writing, you can get the latest Dell XPS 15 with a choice of 12th-gen Intel processors: an Intel Core i5-12500H (12 cores, up to 4.5GHz, 18MB cache), an Intel Core i7-12700H (14 cores, up to 4.7GHz, 24MB cache), or an Intel Core i9-12900HK (14 cores, up to 5.0GHz, 24MB cache). Those chipsets can be paired with 16GB, 32GB or 64GB of RAM. Obviously that covers a wide range in terms of power, performance, and what the laptop can cope with – from everyday computing to high-end tasks – so pick your budget and your choice of components accordingly.

• CPU: 12th-gen Intel Core i5-12500H / i7-12700H / i9-12900HK
• Graphics: Intel Iris Xe / Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 / Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti
• RAM: 16GB / 32GB / 64GB
• Screen: 15.6-inch, 1920 x 1200 / 3456 x 2160 / 3840 x 2400 pixels
• Storage: 512GB / 1TB / 2TB
• Ports: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C), 1 x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone jack, 1 x SD card
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
• Camera: 720p
• Weight: up to 2.1 kg (4.62 lbs)
• Size: 344.4 mm x 230.1 mm x 18.54 mm (13.56 inches x 9.06 inches x 0.73 inches)

One area the Dell XPS 15 can't really stretch to is top-level gaming and creative tasks: the GPU choices top out at an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti. That's a decent mid-ranger when it comes to graphics performance, but you're not going to get the very best frame rates on the very latest games. For the Dell XPS 15, the slimline looks and relatively low weight are more important than gaming grunt.

Storage starts from a very respectable 512GB and goes up to a rather impressive 2TB, with a 1TB option in between. That gives you scope for storing large media files and libraries on the Dell XPS 15, though bear in mind that the price of the laptop can start to rise quite quickly as you add more NVMe SSD storage. You get the best Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity on board, as well as Wi-Fi 6 – that's not quite as good as Wi-Fi 6E, but you're nevertheless going to be well covered for wireless internet for years to come.

What are the key features of the Dell XPS 15?

The Dell XPS 15 comes in two halves: the 15.6-inch screen on the top and then the keyboard and the rest of the laptop attached to it. Part of the appeal of this laptop is how good those two halves look at how well they complement each other – in terms of aesthetics it's one of the best Windows laptops around, and it has a keyboard and trackpad that are comfortable and responsive in use.

As with the internal components, there are several screen configurations available here, so you're going to have to figure out what your budget is and which one you want to go for. The resolutions start at 1920 x 1200 and go up from there, with a maximum brightness of 500 nits on offer, and a refresh rate stuck at 60Hz no matter what panel you choose (gamers take note). There are touchscreen and OLED upgrades available for the display, which is surrounded by ultra-thin bezels on all sides.

The dual 2.5W stereo woofer and 1.5W stereo tweeter speakers (so 8W total peak) give you plenty of audio goodness, whether that's from movies or music or podcasts. We wouldn't say the sound system is one of the most outstanding reasons to buy this particular laptop, but then it's by no means a reason not to buy it either. The speakers perform a little better than you might expect from their size and configuration, and you can't really ask for much more than that.

When it comes to the key features of the Dell XPS 15 and what makes it such an appealing buy, it's really just the basics done very well: the quality of the screen, the overall look and style of the laptop, the typing and the trackpad experience, and the amount of power you can set up under the hood. There's no flashy innovation here, but then again there doesn't really need to be one – it's just an all-round, premium-level laptop.

What else do I need to know about the Dell XPS 15?

We've touched on the aesthetics of the Dell XPS 15 already, but it's important to emphasize that the lightweight aluminum and carbon fiber finish makes this one of the most well built and portable laptops you can get your hands on at the moment. Of course there are smaller models available too – not least the Dell XPS 13 – but you're then going to have to put up with less screen room and a lower resolution. The laptop comes with a platinum silver exterior and a black interior.

The 720p webcam has Windows Hello support and there is a fingerprint button built into the keyboard too, giving you a choice of different ways of logging into Windows that are easier than typing out your password every time. Windows 11 itself is another reason why you may or may not want to make the Dell XPS 15 your next upgrade: by this stage you've no doubt decided whether you prefer Windows or macOS when it comes to your workflow and the applications you rely on.

As with every Dell machine you get a smattering of Dell software on board, including a utility called Dell Performance that aims to optimize and enhance your computing experience. It gives you a choice of four different modes – quiet, performance, cool and optimized – depending on what sort of balance you need between power, fan speed (and fan noise), and battery life. If you've had previous experience with a Dell laptop then you'll know what to expect in this regard.

Note that the 86Wh battery fitted inside the Dell XPS 15 isn't the biggest, and so this isn't the sort of workhorse laptop that you can be confident of taking away from a power source for an entire day or two – and battery life of course gets worse as you pick a brighter, higher resolution screen. We haven't tested the battery life of the Dell XPS 15 for ourselves, but this is perhaps not the laptop to get if you're away from your desk all of the time – although Dell reckons you can get up to 13 hours of video streaming from the lowest spec model in the range.

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No doubt spurred on by a pandemic that caused many millions of office workers to log in from home, the webcam market is more diverse than ever. Those wishing to log into a once-weekly call as cheaply as possible can spend just $20 on a webcam, while those wanting a flawless, near-DSLR like experience can spend ten times that on a premium webcam with build quality to match.

That’s the area of the market occupied by the Dell UltraSharp Webcam reviewed here. Costing around $200 / £175, the UltraSharp is a serious piece of kit for those who want the very best picture quality - making it one of the best 4K webcams money can buy.

Perhaps you are a C-suite member who needs to look their best when addressing dozens of staff, or a journalist who makes regular appearances on television from your home office. Either way, the Dell serves up the kind of video quality you’ll be looking for – and it marries that to market-leading hardware too.

Dell UltraSharp Webcam specifications

Resolution: 4K Ultra HD

Field of view: 65, 78, 90 degrees

Frame rate: 30fps at 4K, 60fps at Full HD

Digital zoom: Up to 5x

Inbuilt microphone: No

Autofocus: Yes

Privacy cover: Yes

Connection: USB-C

Key features

Physical design and excellent video quality are the main features of the Dell UltraSharp Webcam. The former is detailed in the next section, while the latter includes the use of a large, 1/2.8-inch Sony Starvis CMOS sensor with an 8.2-megapixel resolution, F2.7 aperture and HDR.

Other features include a proximity sensor for automatically locking your computer when you step away, then using Windows Hello to log you back in using facial recognition. There is also an auto-framing function, which uses artificial intelligence to digitally zoom and pan to keep your face in frame. Move backwards and the camera zooms in; come too close and it’ll zoom out again.

Build and handling

The Dell UltraSharp is a beautiful piece of industrial design. Reminding us of the similarly-cylindrical Apple iSight webcam from almost 20 years ago (feeling old yet?), the Dell is an anodized aluminum device with a glass lens and magnetic cover that smartly attaches to the back when not shielding the front.

The camera also uses magnets to attach to a pair of stands included in the box. The first is designed to clamp to the top of your monitor, while the second gives the webcam a tripod mount – this is best for laptop users, as the Dell’s weight may cause the lids of some laptops to move when placed on top. Also included is a high-quality, two-metre USB-A to USB-C cable.

We love the looks and feel of the Dell UltraSharp Webcam, but it’s certainly much larger than most of its rivals. This means a large imaging sensor lurks beneath – more on that later – but the size means it stands a fair bit above the top of your monitor. Your audience will likely notice your eye line is lower with this camera, owing to it being further away from the screen.

The monitor mount allows for a lot of vertical adjustment, so you can point the camera up by 10 degrees and down by 20 degrees – handy if it’s placed on top of a wall-mounted screen in an office, where it can look down at a meeting table and get everyone in shot.

Performance

Thanks to the large sensor and high resolution, video quality is absolutely superb. It produces a picture that is among the best of any webcam we have ever used and, when viewed from the other end of a video call, isn’t too far behind that of a DSLR hooked up to a PC.

The auto-framing function works well to keep your face in frame no matter how you move, but it is fairly slow to react. We found the Jabra PanCast 20 locked onto our face and zoomed/panned more quickly to keep us neatly in view. But this is a pretty small complaint against the Dell webcam, as the rest of the experience is fantastic.

However, one major negative is the webcam’s lack of a microphone. Instead, you will have to plug in a USB microphone, or use your computer’s integrated mic, which probably won’t be all that good. To ensure your audio quality matches the slick video of the UltraSharp webcam, we recommend you plug in a decent USB microphone too.

It is worth noting that, while this camera works with PC and Mac, Dell’s Peripheral Manage app, which is used to control the camera and adjust its settings, is Windows-only. That said, we found the Dell Display Manager app for Mac works with the webcam, and allows you to adjust the field of view, and enable or disable the AI-powered auto framing feature. It’s a really clunky piece of software compared to Peripheral Manager, but it at least gets the job done, and any changes made there are retained when the webcam is used in video conferencing apps, like Zoom.

Dell UltraSharp Webcam: Verdict

There’s no getting away from the high price. But a smart, attractive design, excellent build quality and superb video all work together to justify the high cost. The software for Mac users is mediocre to say the least, but at least it’s there (once you’ve managed to find it), while PC users benefit from a better app and extra features like Windows Hello.

The lack of a microphone is frustrating, but if you are willing to spend $200 on a webcam, then you clearly value your online appearance and will likely already have a USB microphone to ensure your audio is equally on-point. Ultimately, this is a very high-quality webcam for those who demand the best and are happy to pay a premium for it.

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CES 2022: Dell has announced a new variant of its acclaimed XPS 13 performance laptop series. Named XPS 13 Plus, the new range sports a distinctive new design along with revamped OLED displays and the latest 12th-generation Intel Core processors.

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The 13.4-inch OLED can be specced in FHD+ (1920 x 1080) resolution with an impressive claimed brightness of 500 nits, with or without touch sensitivity. If you need even greater sharpness, 3.5K and 4K resolutions are also available, both with touch sensitivity, and capable of 400- and 500-nit max brightness, respectively.

And it's not just the screen that's touch-sensitive. New to the XPS 13 Plus is what Dell is calling the ‘capacitive touch function row’. These touch buttons replace traditional function (Fn) physical keys, helping to minimise the overall size of the laptop as much as possible. That seems to be the only significant benefit, however, as unlike the old TouchBar on MacBooks, Dell's touch button implementation isn't customisable. The physical keyboard itself has also been given a revamp, with larger yet flatter keys, though key travel remains at 1mm. The keyboard has also been set flush with the surrounding chassis for a sleeker look.

Directly below the keyboard is where you'd expect to find the trackpad, but here Dell has taken a leaf out of Apple's book and fitted the XPS 13 Plus with a new haptic 'ForcePad': a trackpad with a haptic motor that gives the feel of mechanical click feedback without the pad actually depressing.

Processing power comes from Intel's newest 12th-gen Core processors, supporting Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, though the microSD slot and 3.5mm audio jack have been ditched. The payoff for these omissions is a laptop that's just 15.2mm thick and 1.24kg light, making it an ideal candidate for one of the best ultrabooks. It's also worth noting that, according to Dell, this is the firsty XPS model to be manufactured using renewable energy sources, while also being 100% recyclable at end of life.

Expect to pay $1,199 for an entry-level XPS 13 Plus equipped with an Intel Core i5–1240P processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD storage and the 13.4-inch FHD+ display (non-touch). The XPS 13 Plus can also be specced with higher-res screens, a Core i7 processor, up to 32GB of RAM, and up to a 2TB SSD, though we're still awaiting pricing for upgraded XPS 13 Plus configurations.

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Dell has announced a myriad of new monitors ahead of the upcoming virtual CES 2021 Consumer Electronics Show. Headlining the new line-up is a no-compromise 40-inch ultrawide beast that pulls out all the stops in the quest for sublime image quality.

Dell UltraSharp 40 Curved WUHD Monitor (U4021QW)

The Dell UltraSharp 40 Curved WUHD Monitor (U4021QW) might just become the best monitor for photo editing. Its a gargantuan 40-inch 21:9 curved ultrawide display with an equally huge 5120 x 2160 resolution - that specs combo makes this monitor a world-first, according to Dell.

The 2500R screen curvature radius (2,500mm) means that even though the U4021QW has an immense 929mm viewable screen width, the corners of the display will still be comfortably visible.

The trouble with many 21:9 ultrawide screens is resolution is often compromised compared to a conventional 16:9, 4K (3840 x 2160) screen - 3840 x 1600 and 3440 x 1440 resolutions are the norm. Not so with Dell's new ultrawide beast. Its 5120 x 2160 (WUHD) resolution equates to a genuine 4K/UHD vertical resolution with additional pixels on the horizontal axis over and above 4K to fill the 21:9 aspect ratio.

Another compromise curved monitors often make is in the core LCD screen technology being used. This is often VA (Vertical Alignment) LCD tech, which can't provide the color, contrast and viewing angle consistency of an IPS (In-Plane Switching) LCD display. But again, Dell has pulled out all the stops and equipped the U4021QW with a 10-bit curved IPS LCD panel with 178/178 viewing angles. This should ensure image quality is perfectly consistent across the entire panel, regardless of your viewing position.

The screen also boasts a 300 cd/m² max brightness - not enough for previewing HDR content, but more than sufficient for serious image editing, where a 120 cd/m² brightness is generally considered optimal. Dell has also paid particular attention to color accuracy, as the U4021QW can display 100% sRGB, 100% Rec.709 and a very respectable 98% of the DC-P3 color space. What's more, Dell claims a Delta-E <2 color accuracy right out of the box thanks to factory color calibration.

As you'd expect for such a high-end display, connectivity is first-class, headlined by a Thunderbolt 3 port comprising DisplayPort 1.4, 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen2 and Power Delivery up to 90W. An additional DisplayPort 1.4 connection, dual HDMI 2.0 ports, plus four USB-A ports (one with charging capability), and even and Ethernet socket make up the extensive I/O selection.

The monitor also comes with a built-in KVM (keyboard video and mouse) switch so you can connect two computers to the same screen and have them share a single keyboard and mouse. The monitor's Intelligent Auto KVM feature can even detect the latest connected PC and seamlessly switch controls over. Dell's Picture-by-Picture and Picture-in-Picture features make the best of the screen's width when using it to view content from two PCs simultaneously.

A pair of internal 9w speakers and a fully adjustable stand with tilt, swivel and 120mm of height adjustment round off this compelling package.

The Dell UltraSharp 40 Curved WUHD Monitor (U4021QW) will be available January 28th, starting at $2,099.99.

Dell UltraSharp 38 Curved USB-C Hub Monitor (U3821DW)

Don't fancy dropping $2100 on a monitor? Dell has also announced the UltraSharp 38" Curved USB-C Hub Monitor (U3821DW), priced at $1500. Like its 40-inch sibling, this also uses IPS LCD tech for top-notch color and contrast accuracy, regardless of your viewing angle.

Color space coverage is almost as impressive, with 100% sRGB, 100% Rec 709, and 95% DCI-P3 coverage along with Delta-E <2 accuracy out of the box.

You get almost the same extensive selection of display and data connections, but minus the Thunderbolt 3 port featured on the 40" U4021QW. You'll also have to sacrifice some resolution, as the U3821DW 'only' displays at 3840 X 1600, though its 2300R curvature radius is slightly more pronounced than the 2500R U4021QW, so the 38" display will wrap around you slightly more tightly.

Dell UltraSharp 24 and UltraSharp 27 USB-C Hub monitors

If a 38" screen is still too big, then there's always the new 24-inch UltraSharp 24 USB-C Hub Monitor and 27-inch UltraSharp 27 USB-C Hub Monitor (U2422HE and U2722DE, respectively).

Both these monitors offer a highly respectable 100% AdobeRGB color space coverage, along with USB-C connectivity with 90W Power Delivery. The 24" U2422HE is a FullHD (1920 x 1080) monitor, whereas the 27" U2722DE displays at 2560 x 2440.

Expect to pay $680 for the 27" screen, and $460 for the 24" model.

Dell Video Conferencing Monitors

With video conferencing now an integral part of many peoples lives, Dell is also launching three new monitors with videoconferencing at the forefront of their design.

Certified for use with Microsoft Teams, three screen sizes are available - 24", 27", and a curved 34" display. All three displays boast a dedicated button enabling one-touch joining of a Teams meeting, and they all feature an integrated pop-up IR video camera, a noise-cancelling microphone and dual 5W internal speakers. Logging into Windows via Windows Hello facial recognition is also possible, as are hands-free commands in conjunction with Microsoft Cortana.

The Dell 24 Video Conferencing Monitor (C2422HE), Dell 27 Video Conferencing Monitor (C2722DE) and Dell 34 Curved Video Conferencing Monitor (C3422WE) will be all available February 16th, starting at $519.99 (C2422HE), $719.99 (C2722DE) and $1,149.99 (C3422WE).

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With many of us now stuck working from home, suddenly the old monitor that's been heroically limping on for the past few years isn't quite up to scratch anymore. If you're in the market for a new monitor then you might just be in luck. This Dell monitor has received a fantastic $120 discount – and it'll be the perfect update for your new home office.

Down from its original price of $369.99, the Dell U2419HX UltraSharp 24" 16:9 IPS Monitor is now only $249.99. This is a great discount – and one that's sure to catch the attention of anyone looking for a good monitor deal. However, if you're interested then don't delay. There's only a limited supply at this price, so act quickly to avoid disappointment.

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The Dell U2419HX UltraSharp 24" 16:9 IPS Monitor has Full HD resolution on a 23.8" screen. The monitor is factory calibrated at 99% sRGB coverage to an accuracy of Delta-E less than 2, which means you'll get precise hues straight out of the box. In addition, the In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology means that you'll see consistent, vibrant colors across wide viewing angles of 178º. 

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