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Review > Value Notebook

Sony VAIO Mini W Series: how good is the big brand's netbook?

by Tim Danton

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.

Nov 4, 2009

Review > Value Notebook

Dell Latitude E2100, why Dell's latest netbook beats the Mini 10

by Jonathan Bray

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

Oct 27, 2009

Review > Value Notebook

HP's Mini 5101 is another stylish netbook let down by poor battery life

by Staff writers

Sleek and professional, the Hp Mini 5101 is another attractively pitched netbook that can't shake its very poor battery life. When will manufactuers learn that battery life is all-important to netbook success?

Oct 9, 2009

Review > Value Notebook

Benq Joybook Lite U121, why it should be on your netbook shortlist

by Staff writers

It’s lovely to look at, with a full size keyboard and glorious screen. See why the Benq Joybook Lite U121 is one of the best rated in our latest netbook roundup

Sep 14, 2009

Review > Value PC

Shuttle X50, the lightweight PC you can carry with you

by Darien Graham-Smith

A very likeable all-in-one – albeit limited in its usefulness beyond basic functions. Read our review of Shuttle's new all-in-one X50

Sep 1, 2009

Review > Value Notebook

Asus Eee PC 1008HA Seashell, we review the classiest Eee PC netbook so far

by Sasha Muller

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

Aug 26, 2009

Review > Value PC

HP Compaq CQ2000AN, a $566 Atom PC that genuinely appeals

by Mike Jennings

Looks, features, value: this is the first nettop we’ve seen to genuinely appeal in all the key areas

Jun 23, 2009

Review > Value Notebook

Dell Inspiron Mini 12, poor keyboard, sluggish performance is a letdown

by Sasha Muller

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

May 19, 2009

Review > Value Notebook

Asus N10J, high on our list of favourite netbooks

by Zara Baxter

Neither fish nor fowl, the N10J nonetheless manages to command both graphics and portability

Feb 23, 2009

Review > Ultraportable Notebook

MSI Wind U100, challenges Eee PC and Acer Aspire One

by Sasha Muller

A startling achievement: a highly capable mini-laptop for under $700. Only mediocre battery life mars its appeal.

Oct 20, 2008

Review > Ultraportable Notebook

First Look: MSI Wind, a mini-laptop with a screen that doesn't suck

by William Maher

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

Jul 17, 2008

Review > Ultraportable Notebook

FIRST LOOK: HP Mini-Note 2133, makes my leg feel like it's on fire

by William Maher

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

May 14, 2008

Review > Value PC

Acer Veriton L460

by Nick Ross

A retrograde step from its predecessor, but a super low price makes this dinky PC very desirable

Mar 26, 2008

Review > Value Notebook

Compaq Presario V2656AU

by Nick Ross

Impressive quality, considering the bargain basement price. We're talking sub $1000 here.

Nov 20, 2006

Review > Value PC

Mac mini

by Tim Dean

Like clowns piling out of the other kind of Mini, you’ll be similarly surprised at how much Apple has managed to squeeze into the Mac mini.

Mar 2, 2005

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Value PC

Acer Veriton L460

by Nick Ross

A retrograde step from its predecessor, but a super low price makes this dinky PC very desirable

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