Right now, the best deal in laptops overall is the $999 (retail price) 13-inch MacBook Air with M4 processor. Apple reduced the starting price by $100, so the M4 Air is now priced the same as the M2. That's a considerable increase in value. However, the latest MacBook Air will have many rivals before the end of the year.

We certainly think so. Costco offers competitive pricing, and many of its laptops include a two-year warranty, technical support, and a hassle-free 90-day return policy.

Laptops and Chromebooks are both types of portable computers, but there are some noticeable differences. The main difference is their operating systems. Laptops typically run on Windows or macOS, while Chromebooks use Google's Chrome OS. Chrome OS is a user-friendly system that relies on internet access and Google apps like Drive, Docs, and Sheets. Chromebooks are suitable for basic tasks like browsing, streaming, and using these Google apps. They are often more budget-friendly and common in schools because they're easy to use and start up quickly. Laptops can have stronger hardware and run