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Performance per watt has taken a backward step, but it’s very fast with the right apps.

After the disappointment - perceived or otherwise - of Windows Vista, many are pinning their hopes on a revival with Windows 7. And from our first impressions of the pre-beta code, that's exactly what they can expect.

This first of a new generation is only a little faster than the old, but its potential is clearly huge

The best image quality of the 22in LCDs, plus it’s elegant and well featured.

An expensive board, but a fascintating way of getting a powerful, quiet system, especially if you're prepared to tweak.

A cheap, lightweight choice for single-core applications, but you get the performance you pay for.

Brief reviews of new products, plus updates on items we've already featured.

The 450D’s superb sensor makes it the best choice if quality is your priority. It doesn't beat the Sony A200 for value, but for the best quality below $1500 the 450D has the edge.

The newest version of Intel’s laptop platform is here. We unveil and test real Santa Rosa hardware.

A beautifully tiny computer-on-a-board that you should only consider if you have a specific use in mind

An old standard, but one that still provides decent performance at a great price.

Plus, how we work out the ratings.

We never thought we’d see it happen, but now you can run Windows XP natively on a Mac.

In the past, Palm's approach to PDA design has been clear: keep things simple and produce slick devices with adequate specifications for note taking, appointment tracking and contact organisation.

We've put AMD and Intel’s new processors to the test, and there's one clear winner.

Prepare to say goodbye to the Pentium as we reveal the next generation