Laptops - Reviews

Fujitsu LifeBook T1010

Fujitsu LifeBook T1010

The Fujitsu T1010 has tablet features and a somewhat striking price point, but the rest of the package feels a bit lifeless.

13/10/2008 11:37 AM

HP Pavilion dv7-1005tx

HP Pavilion dv7-1005tx

While everyone scrambles for the latest low-spec netbook, the DV7 takes the opposite route, promoting itself as the ultimate entertainment notebook. It's almost right, too.

10/10/2008 04:03 PM

Intel X-25M solid-state drive (80GB)

Intel X-25M solid-state drive (80GB)

Intel's X-25M solid-state drive enjoys several advantages over both conventional disk drives and other SSDs, including improvements to data throughput, boot time and notebook battery life. If you can forget about the cost, this is by far the fastest data drive available.

10/10/2008 03:10 PM

Asus Eee PC S101

Asus Eee PC S101

A premium netbook may sound like an oxymoron, but that is precisely what the Asus Eee PC S101 delivers with its stunning design and relative affordability.

08/10/2008 03:56 PM

HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx

HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx

The sleek design and good performance of the HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx makes it a solid contender, but don't plan on removing the power cord any time soon.

30/09/2008 05:05 PM

Asus F8Va

Asus F8Va

It may not be the sexiest notebook in town, but Asus' 14.1-inch laptop is Centrino 2 certified, and sports some excellent multimedia capabilities.

30/09/2008 12:40 PM

Dell Studio 17

Dell Studio 17

The Dell Studio 1735 is a decent laptop which is best for multimedia and casual gaming, but the glossy, hi-res screen isn't suited to general usage.

30/09/2008 11:13 AM

Dell Inspiron Mini 9

Dell Inspiron Mini 9   Editors’ Choice

The Dell Inspiron Mini 9 is a prime example of the netbook form factor, and the best 8.9-inch one available.

26/09/2008 04:20 PM

Microsoft Arc Mouse

Microsoft Arc Mouse   Editors’ Choice

Microsoft's Arc is one of the best mouse concepts we've seen, combining the benefits of portability and a full-sized mouse into the one unit.

25/09/2008 04:14 PM

Vaio CS series

Vaio CS series

Sony's fashion-conscious CS series offers a range of bright colours and an LED panel that lights up when you stroke the cover.

25/09/2008 09:29 AM

Sony Vaio TT

Sony Vaio TT

The Vaio TT is billed by Sony as the world's smallest Blu-ray laptop. With noise-cancelling energy-saving technologies, it's designed for business users who want to watch their own movies after the work's done on long international flights.

24/09/2008 02:33 PM

Asus M50Vm

Asus M50Vm

The M50Vm is a great mid-weight laptop, with a few years of longevity in it as well. And at AU$1,999, it's definitely worth a look.

11/09/2008 05:10 PM

Logitech MX 1100 Cordless Laser Mouse

Logitech MX 1100 Cordless Laser Mouse   Editors’ Choice

Logitech's MX 1100 wireless laser mouse is the best in its class, thanks to a wide array of features that make navigation easier.

09/09/2008 05:13 PM

Western Digital My Book Mirror Edition (2TB)

Western Digital My Book Mirror Edition (2TB)

Western Digital's My Book Mirror Edition is good value, and if the lack of transfer speed doesn't deter, then short of an NAS it's one of the better ways consumers can keep their data safe.

09/09/2008 03:44 PM

Belkin Flip DVI-D

Belkin Flip DVI-D

As long as you're not using Vista on one of your machines, Belkin's Flip DVI-D is a well featured KVM switch that offers support for up to 30-inch monitors.

29/08/2008 10:13 AM

Vodafone Internet Stick

Vodafone Internet Stick

For those blessed with excellent 3G reception in their homes the Vodafone Internet Stick will serve you well. Be sure to check Vodafone's coverage map before coughing up the cash.

26/08/2008 10:44 AM

Logitech QuickCam Sphere AF

Logitech QuickCam Sphere AF

While the QuickCam Sphere produces excellent pictures and has impressed us with its automatic face tracking, these features don't justify the extra expense over the cheaper webcams in the Logitech stable with matching optics.

25/08/2008 03:49 PM

Dell Latitude E6500

Dell Latitude E6500   Editors’ Choice

The Dell Latitude E is a glimpse into the future of laptops. With high expandability, configurable and a strong design, it should suit most corporate environments.

25/08/2008 02:10 PM

Asus M51Va

Asus M51Va

Asus' M51Va passes muster as one of the better laptops out there, and the Centrino 2 certification means you'll be up to date with the latest spec. If you're in the market for a mid-weight laptop, make sure to give this one a try.

22/08/2008 06:55 PM

Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks

Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks

We're not wild about the design of Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks, but its image quality is so vastly superior to that of other notebook webcams that we're more than willing to make the occasional camera readjustment as needed.

30/07/2008 11:29 AM

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      Fujitsu LifeBook T1010

      The Fujitsu T1010 has tablet features and a somewhat striking price point, but the rest of the package feels a bit lifeless.

    • HP Pavilion dv7-1005tx

      HP Pavilion dv7-1005tx

      While everyone scrambles for the latest low-spec netbook, the DV7 takes the opposite route, promoting itself as the ultimate entertainment notebook. It's almost right, too.

    • Intel X-25M solid-state drive (80GB)

      Intel X-25M solid-state drive (80GB)

      Intel's X-25M solid-state drive enjoys several advantages over both conventional disk drives and other SSDs, including improvements to data throughput, boot time and notebook battery life. If you can forget about the cost, this is by far the fastest data drive available.

    • Asus Eee PC S101

      Asus Eee PC S101

      A premium netbook may sound like an oxymoron, but that is precisely what the Asus Eee PC S101 delivers with its stunning design and relative affordability.

    • HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx

      HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx

      The sleek design and good performance of the HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx makes it a solid contender, but don't plan on removing the power cord any time soon.

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