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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.

Windows 7 means new laptops

While most vendors are simply installing Windows 7 across their existing range, a number of new laptops will be available for purchase now that Microsoft's new operating system has hit the market.

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Reviews

  • Targus 100W Power Inverter (APV11AU)

    Rated at 100W of continuous power, this in-car power inverter is good for road warriors and tradesmen working out of their cars.

  • Dell Adamo

    Dell's upscale Adamo is a 13-inch laptop for those who value design and finish as much as performance, but its luxury price will limit the potential audience.

  • Apple iMac 24-inch (2009)

    Apple made a number of changes to the 24-inch iMac, but making it available at this price is the most impressive. The rest of the updates are welcome, and Apple's multitasking capability remains unmatched.

  • Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.66GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 2009)

    A few other all-in-ones make this 20-inch iMac look expensive on a dollars-per-screen-inch basis, but none are as attractive or as capable juggling multiple programs. With a fast dual-core CPU and a strong array of features, Apple's updated all-in-one will slide seamlessly into a variety of roles at home or at work.

  • Apple MacBook Pro (2.66GHz, 17-inch)

    A little late to the party, Apple's redesigned 17-inch MacBook Pro joins the 15-inch model with a redesigned aluminium body, new trackpad with expanded functionality, and a dual graphics set-up for either longer battery life or better performance.

  • Dell Studio XPS 16

    The Dell Studio XPS 16 is an attractive laptop that handles HD content particularly well, although it suffers from an unimpressive battery life.

  • Dell Studio XPS 13

    The Dell Studio XPS 13 is a very good laptop. It could have been excellent, but Dell seems to have actually tried too hard in some areas, such as the laptop's design, and we feel it's backfired slightly.

  • Acer Aspire 8930G (Core 2 Duo T9400 processor 2.53GHz, 4GB RAM)

    With a true 1080p display, the 18-inch Acer Aspire 8930G is a capable HD content playback machine.

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Features

  • Should I buy a laptop now or wait for Windows 7?

    There's a key question being asked by students, parents and anyone in the market for a new laptop: if I buy a laptop now, can I get Windows 7 for free?

  • Laptops with backlit keyboards

    Backlit keyboards are fast becoming a top requested feature list. We check out some notebooks that make typing in the dark a cinch.

  • Can I still buy a laptop with Windows XP?

    Not ready for a Vista laptop? Simply want to stick to good old XP? Here are your options on the market.

  • Valentine's Day Gift Guide

    Face it -- roses, chocolates, and yes, diamond rings, have been done before. If you really want to impress your sweetheart, surprise him or her with a tech present that will have them remembering you the whole year through.

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  • D-Link debuts USB-powered monitor

    D-Link's SideStage is a 7-inch LCD monitor that you can plug into your computer via a USB port. The port then both powers and feeds data for the screen to display. Once plugged in, it becomes an extension of the computer's main screen.

  • Dell rides the Dragon with new XPS 625 gaming PC

    Even if the case lighting caused consternation for some, we were fans of Dell's XPS 630 gaming desktop, which delivered solid bang-for-the-buck. With this morning's announcement of the XPS 625, Dell once again sets its sights on the mid-range gamer.

  • Dell and HP still the life of the XP party

    Facing a 30 June deadline to stop selling PCs with Windows XP, the world's largest computer makers are getting creative, with Dell and HP's Australian offices staying cagey about their intentions.

  • New ASUS Eee TV, desktop PC and monitor

    ASUS has gone Eee crazy, and we're trembling with anticipation.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Five essential Vista tips and tricks

    Just upgraded to Vista and annoyed with quirks that Microsoft considers as "features"? Follow these handy tips to make your transition from XP painless.

  • Tips to boost Vista performance

    Vista can be a performance hog, but there are many ways you can tweak the OS components to speed it up. See what actions you can take to remove bottlenecks and optimise Vista.

  • DIY: Desktop buying guide

    What you need to know -- from finding the type of PC that fits your lifestyle to catching up on all of the latest trends.

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Downloads

  • Brava Reader

    View and print TIFF, PDF, XPS.

  • PCLReader

    View and convert PCL and text into PDF, XPS, TIFF, BMP, PNG, and text.

  • PCLWorks

    View, convert, and debug complex PCL print streams.

  • PCLTool SDK

    Transform, index, split, edit, view and extract text from HP PCL.

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