- So, 2018 is coming to a close.
And today I'm gonna share with you the top five
most exciting laptops that I got to use.
What are they?
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Alright, let's get to that list.
Okay, number five.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Two.
So, I'm a huge fan of the Qualcomm
Snapdragon initiative with Windows 10.
I think it's the future for a lot of us
on these new mobile, ultra thin devices.
And, well, this is the Surface Pro with
a Qualcomm processor that I've been waiting for
that Microsoft has not given us yet.
Between an excellent design, awesome audio
and, yeah, that AMOLED display
this is just a really good, always connected PC
that many of us get to use for traveling and on the go.
It also has a really good S Pen.
Which in my opinion, rivals a Surface Pen.
So, Samsung knocked it out of the park with this device.
I would like to see eight gigs of RAM, but still.
Otherwise, I think this is a solid entry
for the most exciting laptop of this year.
Number four, the Lenovo Yoga Book C930.
So, this was a weird device.
This is the dual screen, 10 inch device that came out.
It's the sequel to the original Yoga Book.
Now, this is not the best of
or a practical device for many of you.
But it's the most interesting device that I got to use
because it really makes you wonder
what the future of PC and computer is gonna look like.
And I think for some of us, at least,
the dual screen route will be an option.
Sure, there are a lot of compromises
right now including typing.
But, I've said before, those problems can be solved
through AI and machine learning.
And you're starting to see that already now
with cameras like the Pixel Three.
There's no reason why that can't be applied
to typing as well.
But, overall, I think this is a really interesting
and exciting device.
And I'm glad that Lenovo had the guts to release it
knowing probably it wasn't going to sell very well.
But it got a lot of us to question
what the future of these devices are gonna be.
So, I think it's super exciting.
I'm glad that Lenovo had the guts to release it.
Number three.
The Microsoft Surface Go.
It's the sequel to the Surface Three,
although Microsoft won't call it that.
And it's clear from user feedback that a lot of people
are really happy with this little device.
Doing all sorts of cool things whether it's for school
or home or connecting up to larger displays.
It's just a fun personal device
that I think a lot of people have been wanting.
Sure the processor is underwhelming
as well as the battery life.
But it's clear Microsoft is onto a smart idea here.
They just need a better processor and better battery life
to make it the real killer device that many of us want.
But it's great that Microsoft released it this year.
And I can't wait to see what Surface Go Two will look like.
Number two.
The Lenovo Yoga C930.
Not to be confused with the Yoga Book C930.
We'll forgive Lenovo for their new terrible naming scheme.
The Yoga C930 though is one of the most
exciting devices because, well, it's kind of
the two in one that's perfected.
Everything about this device is just really good.
It's got a great display, excellent typing, great keyboard.
Also amazing build quality.
But it's really that speaker system that's just ingenious.
Who would have thought about replacing the hinge system
with high a quality Dolby Atmos speaker
plus throwing in two subwoofers into it?
It's just a smart usage of space.
And, well, it's basically a perfect laptop
in every way, so, kudos to Lenovo.
Alright, and drum roll.
The number one most interesting device this year,
for me, the HP Spectre Folio.
Sure, I panned the track pad as
being a deal breaker for myself.
But I can't take away from the awesome design
and engineering that HP did on this device.
They were clearly thinking outside the box.
While we've seen some of these ideas executed
by other companies, including Sony, in the past,
I think HP actually nailed it.
And the two in one category's been around
for a few years now.
But between HP's attempt and Lenovo's attempt here,
I think these companies are really finally nailing
what a two in one is supposed to be without compromise.
But the folio is just really great
'cause you never have to take it off your lap.
And I just love everything about this
including using leather.
Which I thought was really smart.
Throwing in new technology like an ultra
low wattage one watt display.
Or having available Intel LTE on board.
Plus that new core i7 Y series processor.
Which is actually really good, giving this thing
exceptional battery life, excellent performance
and, well, it's just fun to use.
So, HP, keep it up with your excellent work.
I think you're actually now, not catching up
to Microsoft but you're starting to surpass them.
Alright, so those are the top five most exciting
and interesting devices I've seen for 2018.
Now, I should give a shout out here
to the Huawei MateBook X Pro.
I think that's actually an excellent laptop.
I just don't like that design too much.
It's too much milking of Apple's design language.
But still, it's an excellent performer.
Just some issues with that track pad
from some users who have bought it.
I'd also like to give a shout out to the HP Specter 13t.
Sure, it's not a two in one laptop but it's probably
one of the most elegant laptops I've ever used.
With that excellent hinge.
That great display.
And really good keyboard.
I just think it's a stunner.
Okay, so that wraps it up for my favorite devices
of 2018, at least the most exciting ones.
But I'm sure you had some opinions.
And you'll tell me why I'm wrong on some of them.
So, make sure to leave me a comment below
and maybe I'll get to respond.
Now, for 2019.
Well, I think these trends are going to continue.
There's a lot of exciting innovation going on.
Companies like HP, Lenovo and Dell are just creating
some of the best laptops I've ever seen.
And we're only getting started.
Word on the street has it, Windows Core OS
may actually appear in 2019.
And with it, we may see some new devices as well,
including that new Qualcomm Eight CX processor.
Which I think is gonna be super interesting.
But tell me what you expect and are excited about.
If you want more information about all this
make sure you stay tuned to this channel
as we're gonna be having a very exciting year for 2019.
Thanks for watching, take care, everyone.