Pioneer follows up on its cheap Linux notebook with an even more pants-wettingly cheap $349 DreamBook Light IL2. And it's only 800grams.

This notebook has been designed with classic Sony style: rounded edges, hidden IO inputs and a sleek widescreen footprint. From a connectivity point of view, this 'book has it all, boasting front-mounted Memory Stick Pro port, iLink 4-pin FireWire port and three USB ports.

While we wait with bated breath for the imminent (or was that eventual?) release of Microsoft Media Centre into Australia, the number of companies cashing in on the media functionality of next generation consumer electronics is growing quickly.

They’re faster than hard drives, and save battery life, but do they last? Intel says yes, and has 80GB and 160GB SSDs on the way.

The notebook giant is planning an ultra low-cost portable to join the ranks of the Eee PC and MSI Wind (though not necessarily a direct competitor, they say). Check out our pic, and first impressions.

We're worried about the damn hot operating temperature, but otherwise we're blown away by this mini notebook.

Local computer manufacturer Pioneer Computers reckons they’ve managed to jump ahead of the market today with the release of the Dreambook Style 9008.

The bad news is that Sony says these sexy 11.1in Vaio TZ laptops are at risk of overheating. But there is something about Sony's Vaio laptops that should make you happy.

They won't be as prevalent as McDonald's, but you'll soon be able to pop into the House of Dell (aka Officeworks) at 104 locations around Australia. Will this inspire love for Dell?

Zara Baxter explains the thinking behind Intel's new mini-devices, and notices a distinct absence of the term "UMPC" in Intel's ultraportable demos.

Drag and drop functionality that allows audio to be recorded direct to page.

It looks like Pioneer wants the record for one of the cheapest notebook on the market. Take a look.

Like Volvos of old, Lenovo was a solid, reliable and unexciting name. Up until now. The business-masters have turned out a very desirable, stylish and powerful laptop.

This notebook is the winner of our Light Laptops roundup. It's solid in every area rather than outstanding in one, and very attractively priced.

We like notebooks crammed with features, and Acer have certainly obliged. The 8920G includes Blu-Ray, full HD, large screen and six speakers, and you should see the price.

Should you, or do you, care about your laptop's looks? We're in two minds after seeing today's new notebook lineup.

Another lucky PC Authority community member is the proud owner of a spanking new T61 Lenovo notebook. Plus ten more winners of our weekly Belkin giveaway.

Rumours suggest Dell entry will be ultra-slim competitor to EeePC or even MacBook Air.