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The laptop highlights with Windows in 2020 - more than just performance

Microsoft (Schweiz)
17.11.2020
Translation: machine translated

The devices that support Windows are versatile. And their features such as Windows Hello, touchscreen, pen and 360° hinge are versatile. You can find an overview of the world of devices and which device suits you best here. You can also find out more about the device features that will help you decide on the right laptop and get the chance to win your favourite device.

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The right software goes with the laptop. Highlights can be found in the section "Software and hardware go hand in hand". At the end, you will also find the latest promotions from the world of Windows and the competition for your dream device.

HP Spectre 15 x360

With a distinctive design, Intel Core processor, all-day battery life and nVidia GeForce graphics solid, the HP Envy 15 x360 delivers performance and speed at a high level. This equipment makes the laptop a powerful device and provides optimal conditions for editing and creating complex digital files or for gaming.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Pen
  • Touchscreen
  • 360° hinge
  • Windows-Hello (camera and fingerprint)
  • Your phone app

HP Envy 15 x360

Whether for home, school or travelling - the HP Envy x360 Convertible PC is equipped for many situations. This is thanks to a range of modern security features, an ultra-slim design, rich sound and the correct position of the Full HD display thanks to the 360° hinge.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Pen
  • Touchscreen
  • 360° hinge
  • Windows-Hello (camera and fingerprint)
  • Your phone app

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5

The IdeaPad Flex 5 is perfect for entertainment on the go or at home thanks to speakers with Dolby Audio and a razor-sharp display with a resolution of up to UHD.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Pen
  • Touchscreen
  • 360° hinge
  • Windows-Hello (camera and fingerprint)
  • Your phone app

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 stands for premium performance in an extremely slim and light notebook. Powered by 10th generation Intel Core processors, with a battery life of up to 14 hours, displays with resolutions of up to 4K/UHD and Dolby Vision HDR, the Yoga Slim 7 is a complete package that will impress even the most demanding users.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Windows-Hello (camera with sensors for presence detection)
  • Your phone app

ASUS ZenBook 14

The ZenBook 14 is light, compact and, with a battery life of 14 hours, the ideal travelling companion. However, the Asus device does not compromise on connectivity. With HDMI, Thunderbolt 3 USB-C, USB Type-A ports and a MicroSD card reader, you have the most relevant ports available despite the device's slim design.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Pen
  • Touchscreen
  • 360° hinge
  • Windows-Hello (camera and fingerprint)
  • Your phone app

Acer Aspire 5

The AMD Ryzen 4000 Series mobile processor, plenty of high-speed storage space and memory make this device an affordable notebook for personal use.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Windows-Hello (camera)
  • Your phone app

Huawei MateBook X Pro

The Huawei MateBook X Pro is a true high performer. A powerful battery makes it the perfect companion for travelling. Plus a 3K FullView display that guarantees high resolution and precise colour reproduction. This allows you to experience images and videos almost as vividly as in real life.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Pen
  • Touchscreen
  • Windows Hello (camera and fingerprint)
  • Your phone app

Surface Pro 7

Microsoft's laptop-tablet hybrid is powerful and versatile in its latest version. With its laptop-class Intel Core processor, fast charging, all-day battery life and Instant On, you can get started anywhere, anytime. With its lightness and slimness, the Surface Pro 7 offers a solution for travelling and can also be converted into a full-fledged laptop at home thanks to its magnetic keyboard.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Pen
  • Touchscreen
  • Magnetic keyboard
  • Windows-Hello (camera)
  • Your phone app

Surface Laptop 3

The Surface Laptop 3 is an ideal work tool. The device supports you with powerful performance, fast charging, the latest processors, all-day battery life and Instant On for quick startup.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Pen
  • Touchscreen
  • Windows-Hello (camera)
  • Your phone app

Surface Book 3

The Surface Book 3 is a powerhouse with the 10th Gen Intel processor and up to 32GB RAM. The premium device of the Surface family offers you optimal conditions for coding, illustration, video editing and gaming.

To the product variants

Available features

  • Pen
  • Touchscreen
  • 360° hinge
  • Magnetic keyboard
  • Windows-Hello (camera)
  • Your phone app

Soft and hardware go hand in hand

Many of your laptop's features, such as touch and pen, really come into their own when combined with the right software. Microsoft 365 with the familiar Office applications, 1TB of cloud storage and the Microsoft Edge browser are two of the best examples. The new M365 helps you sketch ideas and edit documents with your digital pen. Create visual effects with 3D models and give your projects a professional finish with the help of intelligent features.

Thanks to the Your Phone app, you can directly access photos, text and other content on your Android phone and vice versa. Gone are the days of sending photos back and forth by email. Windows also has a solution for passwords: Windows Hello technology replaces password entry with facial or fingerprint recognition. With the right laptop and Windows tools, nothing stands in the way of carefree work and enjoyment.

And by the way: When you buy a new notebook on digitec, you will receive a 20 francs discount on Microsoft 365. Here's the offer.

Win one of three Windows Premium devices

Answer the question below and, with a bit of luck, win your favourite laptop. If you win, we will contact you by e-mail. The closing date for entries is 16 December 2020.

Which of the premium devices listed above would you like to win and why?

The competition has ended.

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