The X260 comes with a standard one-year "depot" warranty on parts and labor, which includes free shipping if you need to send your laptop in for service. You can also pay between $39 and $579 extra to extend the term up to five years or add on-site service and accidental-damage protection.The ThinkPad X260 starts at $764, but we wouldn't recommend getting the base configuration, which comes with the bland 1366 x 768 display, a slow-paced Core i3-6100U CPU, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive. If you buy from Lenovo, you can pick up a Core i3/Core i5/Core i7 CPU, a high- or low-res display, up to 16GB of RAM, and a hard drive or SSD. Our $1,160 review configuration had the base-level 1366 x 768 display, a Core i5-6300U CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD.For the best experience, we strongly recommend purchasing the X260 with the 1920 x 1080 display, a $150 option and the high-capacity battery, which adds only $15 to the price. We wouldn't even consider purchasing it without these options.

The ThinkPad X260 is a fantastic choice for people who need to be productive on the go, because it's an ideal size for small tables (or your lap), but provides epic battery life, a comfortable keyboard and strong mainstream performance. If you want a slightly better typing experience or larger display, consider the ThinkPad T460, which is a bit bulkier but offers similar features and more than 13 hours of endurance. However, if you need a laptop that provides the best mix between portability and usability, the X260 should be at the top of your list. Just make sure you get it with the 1920 x 1080 screen.

The results clearly put Google Chrome at the bottom of the pack, with the laptop's battery only lasting 4 hours and 19 minutes.MicrosoftMicrosoft Edge ExperimentMozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera and Microsoft Edge were all tested against each other in the experiment This was followed by Mozilla Firefox which drained the laptop's battery in 5 hours and 9 minutes.Opera, a browser with a specific power saving mode , came in second place, lasting 6 hours and 18 minutes. Opera recognises when your laptop is no longer plugged in and reduces background activity, pausing unused plug-ins and hidden animations.Unsurprisingly Microsoft's own browser, Edge, came out on top. Edge managed to stream the video for a total of 7 hours and 22 minutes - 70% longer than Google Chrome.

GettyWoman using a computerIs your battery always running out of juice?
It's worth pointing out that Microsoft Edge doesn't have all the features that Google Chrome has, and browser extensions are not currently available.However this is set to change when the company launches its Anniversary Update to Windows 10 this summer.Microsoft is hoping to counteract the amount of battery life consumed by these extra features with even more power-saving enhancements, like more efficient processor management and controls on background activity.

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It's not the first time that Google Chrome has been singled out as as a browser that guzzles power. While it may be the world's most popular browser, it is notoriously tough on laptop batteries - especially MacBooks.Google has previously said it is working on solving this problem, but these latest tests show that no substantial improvements have been made yet.That's what some experts are saying, with Microsoft chiefs warning the internet browser could be eating up the amount of time you can spend on your device without it being plugged in.The tech giant ran a series of tests, with the experiment seeing the rival of Google stream the same video on four laptops.The devices were all identical - and unplugged - with the only difference between them being the browser the video was being played on.

Microsoft pitted Google Chrome against Opera, Microsoft Edge and Mozilla Firefax in its testing laboratory, and the result ranks the former as the worst performer.Dave Thompson/PA WireLaptop. Keyboard. Computer. Broadband. Internet. Fibre optic. Google Chrome emerged bottom of the pack in the test, with the laptop's battery only lasting 4 hours and 19 minutes.Mozilla Firefox saw the laptop's battery drained in 5 hours and 9 minutes, making it second worst.Opera took the silver medal, clocking up a more impressive time of 6 hours and 18 minutes.This will come as no surprise to tech savvy consumers, though, with Opera boasting a specific power saving mode and the ability to reduce background activity.

The system does this by pausing unused plug-ins and hidden animations while a laptop isn't charging.Microsoft Edge emerged victorious, managing to stream the video for a total of 7 hours and 22 minutes - an eye-popping 70 per cent longer than Google Chrome.Which browser do you use?
While, the hard and software components of any device is very important for a smooth experience, in this internet age, browser performance is another important aspect which contributes to the user experience of any device. Reports were already rife that Google Chrome browser affects the laptop's battery and the search engine giant also promised to come up with a solution to address this issue very soon. However, no such major update has been released by Google so far, apart from minor fixes.
One of the reasons we get laptops is because they are portable, making it entirely useful to use on the go. Unlike with a desktop computer that you can’t haul around, with a laptop you can work from a coffee shop, then take it back to work, then take it back home. Look, with a laptop you can take it virtually anywhere.

There is only one problem. Laptops have a limited battery life and more often than not batteries don’t last for an entire working day, especially when you are using multiple applications and web browsing on the device.According to Computer Hope a laptop battery should last between two to four years before its replaced and the total lifetime of the unit is dependent on the type of battery. For example if it is a Lithium-ion which are more expensive batteries they function better and for longer. As for battery life, Computer Hope says, the average life of laptop battery can be anywhere between 1 and 6 hours. The time is dependent on the type of battery and well as its capacity. It is also important to note that as the battery ages the capacity of the laptop battery also decreases.

Here are some tips to maximise your battery life according to Computer Hope.When purchasing a new laptop before using it, make sure you charge it for at least 24 hours. Once fully charged try to not discharge it fully.
If you are using the Laptop whilst it is plugged in, remove the battery.
If you are planning to not use your computer for an extended period of time, remove the battery during that period.
If your battery is not a Lithium-ion battery, use until flat before charging it again.
As is with most batteries, it’s best for their health to keep them out of extreme temperatures.
Use these tips to prolong battery life and the capacity of the battery, but don’t fret, some laptops have a much longer battery life than others. Here is a list of three laptops with a long battery life.

Lenovo Laptops are known for their long battery lives, last from anywhere from 6 hours to a whopping 17 hours. According to Laptop Mag which continuously surfed the web until the battery was drained, the Lenovo ThinkPad x260 lasted the longest coming in at 17 hours and 14 minutes. The Lenovo ThinkPad T460 lasted 13:12 hours and the Lenovo 100S Chromebook lasted for over 11 hours.
The Acer 1 Cloudbook an inexpensive laptop came in second lasting 14 hours and 43 minutes. While being the only Acer on the list, the laptop is described as an online orientated Windows laptop that is productive, has a fast wireless connection along with many other features.

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Yes! Yes, all you Apple fans will be happy to know that the MacBook Air 13 inch also made it onto the list of Laptops with the longest battery life span, coming it at number 3 lasting for 14 hours.
So when buying a laptop, make sure that you know how long the battery lasts for, the last thing you want is for a laptop to die on you whilst you are about to finish really important work with a looming deadline whilst at your favourite restaurant.

NEW DELHI: Asus has stirred the PC gaming market ever since it unleashed the ROG or Republic of Gamers laptop series. These powerful gaming machines over the years have not only witnessed improvement under-the-hood but have also been enhanced overall to deliver top-notch experience for gamers as well as non-gaming heavy users.

The Taiwanese-based tech company recently launched its ROG GL552VW gaming laptop priced at Rs 82,490. Being one of the newest in the line up, the laptop packs all the possible features one can expect from a high-end laptop. We spent few days with the Asus ROG GL552VW, playing some graphic-intensive video games along with some heavy software and endless hours of content streaming.
So, does the new gaming laptop makes the cut and is worthy enough for the gaming PC market? Read our review to find out.

If you are familiar with gaming laptops, then Asus ROG GL552VW's 15.6-inch display and a spread-out full-size keyboard is something you would've already expected. It measures 385 x 255 x 32.4 mm and is available in two different finishes -- grey metal and black coloured model with plastic chassis. Our review unit was the one with metallic finish, which mixed well with the company's iconic Red and Black colour combination seen on the keyboard, exhaust grilles and the glowing company logo at the back.

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