Laptop articles

  • ACCC whips HP cashback into shape

    03 Jul 2009 5:03 PM

    HP Australia has changed its claims processing and complaints handling procedures, following numerous complaints received by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission about the manufacturer's cashback and gift promotions.

  • Laptops with long battery life

    02 Jul 2009 11:45 AM

    Unless you're buying a desktop replacement, battery life is arguably the key consideration in any notebook purchase. CNET.com.au gives you our top long-lasting models.

  • Fujitsu M2010

    30 Jun 2009 9:52 AM

    With a thick chassis and features that don't rise above the pack, the Fujitsu M2010 will have a hard time breaking through the netbook clutter.

    Specs: 160 GB, 1GB , Intel Atom , 2.15 hours, 1.6 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 , 10.1 inch

  • Five things still missing from Apple MacBooks

    23 Jun 2009 4:26 PM

    We like the new MacBook Pro range, but that doesn't stop us from asking for more. Here are some items still on our MacBook wish list.

  • Intel rebranding bids farewell to Centrino

    19 Jun 2009 2:24 PM

    New labels aim to simplify consumer choice by grouping the various chips according to their performance brackets.

  • Toshiba NB200

    18 Jun 2009 11:58 AM

    The Toshiba NB200 is an excellent netbook — we just wish someone would evolve the platform already, but with Microsoft and Intel holding the reigns it doesn't seem set to happen soon.

    Specs: 160 GB, 1GB , Intel Atom , 3.5 hours, 1.66 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 , 10.1 inch

  • Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (June 2009)

    18 Jun 2009 10:34 AM

    Apple's 15-inch MacBook Pro makes only minor tweaks to the previous version, but cutting prices and swapping the ExpressCard slot for an SD card slot are enough to make it a solid improvement over its predecessor.

    Specs: 500 GB, 4GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 7 hours, 2.8 GHz, GeForce 9600M GT + 9400M , 15 inch

  • Acer Aspire Timeline 4810T

    15 Jun 2009 4:20 PM

    Since when did vendor battery claims actually represent the truth? Acer's Timeline notebook just keeps going and going and going, but it's a pity that it's otherwise underpowered and hampered by Windows Vista.

    Specs: 4GB , 8 hours, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD , 14 inch

  • HP Pavilion dv6-1128tx

    11 Jun 2009 3:34 PM

    The dv6 is a gorgeous laptop for quite an affordable price. If you're looking in the 16-inch space, definitely check this one out.

    Specs: 320 GB, 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.2 GHz, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3450 , 16 inch

  • Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, June 2009)

    11 Jun 2009 3:12 PM

    Previously known as the MacBook, Apple's basic 13-inch aluminium unibody laptop has been promoted to the "Pro" series, all while adding features and cutting the base price.

    Specs: 250 GB, 4GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 7 hours, 2.53 GHz, GeForce 9400M , 13.3 inch

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  • HP Pavilion dm3

    With a feature set that is aimed at maximising battery life and portability, the dm3-1011tu is a stylish and competent ultraportable for those constantly on the go.

    Specs: 320 GB, 4GB , Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD , 13.3 inch

  • Fujitsu LifeBook P3110

    Fujitsu has perfectly positioned the LifeBook P3110, from the AU$1099 price, to its size and specs. If you have modest needs but have been hesitant about picking up a netbook, you'll be pleasantly surprised by what this laptop can offer.

    Specs: 320 GB, 2GB , Intel Pentium , 1.3 GHz

  • Dell Adamo XPS

    Dell's Adamo brand of notebooks emphasise design as well as mobility, and its latest offering seems to have an abundance of both. But will breaking tradition help the Adamo XPS trump the MacBook Air?

    Specs: 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 1.4 GHz