The cheapest way to get OS X, but it has all of the MacBook Pro’s shortcomings and more of its own

The design is impeccable, the build superb and the screen extraordinary, but the price is a huge barrier. We ponder the icon that is the Macbook Pro 17in

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

Sony launched a host of new products today, including new Sony camera, TV and notebook models. Most surprising of all are the crocodile skin CS series notebooks

Chip giant AMD will launch its Congo platform for ultrathin notebooks at the end of October or the beginning of November, according to reports on Asian IT news site Digitimes.

We gaze into a crystal ball and and ponder the future, or possible demise, of some well-known technologies.

For this price, the Vostro’s plain looks can be overlooked in favour of its impressive battery life

Superb performance in one of the sturdiest and best-looking gaming laptops we’ve seen – the Alienware M17x is worth the expense.

The Vostro may look like a netbook to the inexperienced eye, but its more powerful processor gives it more flexibility and speed

Not quite the consumer/business crossover it aims to be, but there’s a lot to like in this clever mix of old-style business laptop and feature-packed modern machine

In a world first, we've managed to get our hands on a review unit of Sony's stunningly thin ultraportable. Most surprisingly, it sports the newest Atom chip from Intel - the Z550 2.0GHz and GMA 500 graphics.

Lightweight but perfect for heavy duty business, this ultraportable is sure to impress.

Revolutionary features and stunning power: for anyone lucky enough to have the cash, the Lenovo ThinkPad W700ds is the ultimate mobile workstation

Fantastic battery life and a transflective screen aren’t enough to justify a price this high for the everyday business user.

Slick looks and astonishing battery life make this the pick of the bunch for travelers, especially for the business person on the go.

A rough, tough laptop with serious attitude, but its keyboard proves an Achilles heel.

Belkin's new line of Belkin Netbook bags are perfect for business travellers, seeking a light, functional and stylish fit.

Long-lasting battery, enough power to go, and a lightweight design: this has it all in a small package

Packed with features, only its value for money lets it escape without an award this month

Acer brings 3D to the masses with a 3D screen on a mainstream laptop