Very fast for some applications, but poor gaming performance and strong competition reduces its appeal.

Lacking in some areas, but punches above its weight where it counts.

A very-well designed alternative to big beefy computers which make a lot of noise.

A great smartphone – particularly for ‘voice’ users. But we’d like to have seen the ‘touch’ technology run deeper.

A great ultraportable, but stiff competition just keeps it from the A-List.

Battery life is the only downside to this excellent compact camera.

A very well-built ultraportable that’s great value, but a bit too small.

Good value, but it needs to decide whether it’s a business or consumer notebook.

Looks and feels good, but performance is more super Aguri than Scuderia.

Custom design watercooling and some judicious overclocking make for a showstopping performance and price.

Dual-core and Windows Vista make it into our A-List’s Value PC category.

Nvidia’s 8800 GTX graphics card is the crowning glory of this very-fast, great-value, PC.

Expensive, but the features are packed in. Just note the lack of Wi-Fi and some strong iPaq competition.

Some useful features and cheaper than TomTom’s One. But there are some issues.

A great reason to buy into iPod. It’s good value, though its required accessories can add up.

Great ergonomics are let down by a few mediocre components and limited portability. But some features will tempt many.