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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.
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.
Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse
Smaller than the average mouse, the Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse is a worthy companion for any laptop. But its small package brings down the comfort level.
Sony VAIO VGN-NR17G
Sony's NR17G has a distinctive look, and while it doesn't stand out in the performance stakes, it's still a worthwhile desktop replacement candidate, as long as your needs are modest.
Toshiba Portege R400 (with HSDPA)
The last year has not been kind to Toshiba's Portege R400. While it retains the advantage of being a tablet, in all other respects the rest of the ultraportable crowd have left it well behind.
HP recalls notebook batteries
Following reports from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, HP has announced that it is recalling 16,000 notebook batteries worldwide, which includes 3,768 batteries in the Asia-Pacific region.
The next notebook battery? Lithium polymer
Technology first discussed years ago might power your next laptop, replacing the fire-hazardous, but commonly used, lithium ion.
Flaming LAX laptop was a ThinkPad
A burning laptop that frightened passengers at Los Angeles International Airport over the weekend was a ThinkPad, Lenovo confirmed Wednesday, and that notebook ships with Sony's battery technology.
A battery of questions about lithium ion
With no suitable replacement for lithium ion notebook batteries visible over the next few years, slow progress on battery life will have to do.
Aussies mostly safe from Toshiba battery issues
Toshiba yesterday announced a global recall of 340,000 laptop batteries, but the company stresses that the recall is not a result of exploding battery packs, unlike the recent Apple and Dell recalls.
All about laptop batteries: Updated
Ever wondered why your laptop's battery doesn't last longer? We explain the technology behind battery power, and provide tips on how to maximise it.
Top 10 FAQs for Notebooks
Buying a laptop can be a daunting experience -- lucky CNET is here to help you through!
DIY: Notebook buying
We cover every aspect you need to consider in making a notebook purchase in our extensive guide.
Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook
In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.
Notebook shopping checklist
Processors, memory, hard drives, screens, graphics cards, optical drives, connectivity. What should you be looking out for?
Laptops with long battery life
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 five long-lasting models.
Become your own cable guy
For even the most mild-mannered gadget freak, keeping track of cables has become an unwanted challenge when travelling. David Braue offers a few tips for making the trip easier.
Top 10 notebooks of May
CNET.com.au's top notebooks from May.
Top five Vista-ready notebooks
Why wait till January 30? We pick the top five notebooks which are ready for Vista out of the box.
Top 10 notebooks of January
January's 10 most popular notebooks prove once and for all that people aren't only interested in the most exorbitant, high-end notebooks available.
Smart Battery Workshop 3
Manage notebook battery repair using Philips Standard I2C Parallel Port Adapter.
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MacBook Pro battery bulge: time for a recall?
While Apple hasn't yet aknowledged the issue, there seems to be cause for concern as early MacBook Pro adopters notice the battery in the laptop swelling up and causing random shutdowns.
If there is one category of product which is capturing the imaginations and desires of consumers, it would have to be sub-notebooks. Here's a gallery of some on show at Computex.
Photos: Chips on display at Computex
At Computex 2008 in Tapei, Taiwan, the biggest buzz is about the developing new market for Netbooks, smaller than traditional notebooks but larger than PDAs -- and the revolutionary new chips to run them.
Photos: Annoying hardware, a rogues' gallery
Hardware may be less 'in your face' than software, but it can still ruin your day. We've listed our main bugbears: let us know if you agree.
Ever wanted to see what makes an Apple MacBook Air tick? We crack one open in the interest of science.
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