It resembles the excellent MSI Wind, but the inclusion of Linux-based gOS operating system makes this one super-cheap piece of hardware

While many ultraportable laptops, like the Toshiba R200 go all out to get size and weight to an absolute minimum, a great deal of usability is often sacrificed – the X505 is impractically small for constant daily usage while the R200 has limited battery sizes.

The HP Mini 2140 injects a little prestige back into netbooks, blending style with decent performance and respectable specs.

A new way forward for ultraportables, combining an incredible low weight with unrivalled ergonomic excellence

Dell's 12.1in netbook could have been good, but you'd have to buy one in the US to realise its true potential

The Asus U6V simply can’t compete with the new breed of Centrino 2 ultraportables

Small but perfectly formed, the D420 has hours of battery life and loads of features and great ergonomics.

Battery life is turning into a major selling point, as we discover when we tested Toshiba's new mini NB100 netbook.

A well priced portable that doesn't skimp on features, and packs a suprisingly powerful punch.

So, the last big name has fallen. HP gave out in April 2008, and both Dell and Toshiba's resistance crumbled by the autumn. But it's taken Sony until the middle of 2009 to produce what it confesses to be a netbook, the VAIO Mini W Series.

Well priced, with a robust chassis and touchscreen option that make it a good choice for classroom use, and any one else wanting a netbook that's a little bit different

As we open the box it hits us, the unmistakable wafting scent of a pine forest, floating on the summer breeze and carrying away our troubles . . .

Our pics and first impressions of the hotly anticipated ultra-cheapie, and yes, it's better than the Eee in several ways.

Our pick of the low-cost office suites has had a much-needed overhaul, and now battles Microsoft in terms of features, not just price.

More than just a new coat of paint, the new Wind adds mobility with 3G. While the design and features don't look as cutting edge as they once did, this is still a great netbook

Some good design touches and decent sound quality, but a staggering price tag.

Well built, fast and with a great screen, the Dell also has superb battery life.

As one of Australia's few locally designed netbooks, the Kogan Agora lives up to some lofty netbook ideals, but it’s sadly ho-hum in too many aspects to be seen as a real netbook contender.

Stunning design goes hand in hand with fine usability, but the non-replaceable battery and high price count against the Eee PC 1008HA Seashell

With only Dell's disappointing Inspiron Mini 12 so far released, Samsung doesn't have a great deal of competition at this size. The NC20 has six-hour battery life, fine performance and a superb display