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SCORE PRICE From £833 (£999 inc VAT) from dell.com Dell pitches the 14 Plus as a lightweight AI laptop for small businesses and creatives, and in most respects it’s right on the mark. With a choice of

We all like value for money, and when it comes to laptops that often means exploring the budget and mid-range options: these markets are both huge and incredibly competitive. However, build quality, s

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