2D graphics speed has been a non-issue for some years, and the demand for analog image quality is also waning in the move to digital TFTs, all of which means that Matrox's reputation for analog engineering is now a moot point for most users.

The move to a new platform brings credible new challengers to Intel’s Core 2 processors

Wireless networking at 10/100 speeds, with range to match.

While Intel is rolling out new designs, AMD's focus is on getting the most out of its existing Phenom II process. The AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black edition is just what the doctor ordered.

Still holding its own at this price, but note the HD 4830.

AMD’s next generation of CPUs brings 45nm technology and higher clock speeds - but is that enough to compete with Intel’s latest and greatest?

A final price will decide the fate of this chipset. It needs to be well under $200 to compete.

See our side-by-side comparison of the three big guns in the sub-$1,000 mini notebook race, the ASUS N10, S101 and the Eee PC 1000H.

A smartly engineered processor, but for today’s applications it’s lacking in bang per buck.

The easyStore is basic, but it’s good value and its iSCSI capabilities give it an edge over the competition

An interesting and secure way to share data, once you overlook some minor drawbacks.

ATI gives the integrated graphics world a kick in the arse, John Gillooly feels the vibrations.

Legend QDI

Powerful, well price and a worthy addition to the A-List. The PacStar Core i7 is a PC we wouldn't be unhappy to take home and spend the weekend gaming on

Still a great looking camera that's foolproof to use, but Wi-Fi's now only half the feature it was

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A world first on the desktop, Phenom is good but a long way from outstanding.

We like the ambition of producing a low-cost BlackBerry, but until it drops in price there’s too much competition.