Laptop Mag Is Shutting Down

Laptop Mag, a tech publication, is shutting down after nearly 35 years in operation. The magazine was first launched in 1991 as a print publication called Laptop Buyers Guide and Handbook by Bedford Communications. In 2011, it was acquired by TechMedia Network, which later transitioned to digital-only content in 2013. The publication was then acquired by Future PLC, the publisher of brands like PC Gamer, Tom's Guide, and TechRadar. Despite its evolution over the years, Laptop Mag is now ceasing operations. The shutdown follows the closure of another long-running tech site, AnandTech, which was also owned by Future PLC. The future of Laptop Mag's archives is currently unclear. Faisal Alani, global brand director at Future PLC, expressed gratitude to the publication's staff and committed to supporting them through the transition. Laptop Mag's closure marks the end of an era for the tech publication, which has been a staple in the industry for decades. The shutdown is a significant loss for the tech community, which has relied on Laptop Mag for news and reviews over the years.