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Check prices$349.00Dell Inspiron Mini 9
Reviewed on September 5, 2008 Dell's entry into the Netbook market means it's time to take these low-cost, low-power PCs seriously. The Inspiron Mini 9 is an excellent example of the form, if not radically different from the competition. -
Check prices$439.99-$499.99Asus Eee PC 901 (white, Windows XP)
Reviewed on June 30, 2008 The long-awaited Asus Eee PC 901 is the best version of this inexpensive Netbook yet, but it's facing increased competition from the likes of HP, Dell, and MSI. -
Check prices$309.00-$337.31Acer Aspire One (Linpus Linux Lite, White)
Reviewed on August 12, 2008 The Acer Aspire One is easily the best of the current under-$400 Netbooks, but its meager allotment of memory and tiny battery limit its appeal. -
Check prices$1,776.60Apple MacBook - black (Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard)
Reviewed on December 17, 2007 Apple has been content to issue minor periodic hardware updates to the 13-inch MacBook, but the modest performance gains and new Leopard OS keep it in our top tier of laptop recommendations. -
Check prices$158.49-$399.99Windows Vista Ultimate
Reviewed on January 23, 2007 Windows Vista is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use. -
Check prices$209.99-$549.99Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
Reviewed on November 12, 2007 The Zune has blossomed from an ugly duckling into a worthy iPod alternative. -
Check prices$477.00-$599.99Asus Eee PC 1000 (black)
Reviewed on September 11, 2008 The Asus Eee PC 1000's 10-inch screen walks a fine line between Netbook and regular laptop, but the higher price may drive away value-seeking consumers. -
Check prices$399.99-$479.00Acer Aspire One (XP Home, White)
Reviewed on August 12, 2008 The Acer Aspire One is easily the best of the current under-$400 Netbooks, but its meager allotment of memory and tiny battery limit its appeal. -
Pricing not availableWindows Mobile 6
Reviewed on February 16, 2007 Though it doesn't offer earth-shattering new features, and interface issues remain, Windows Mobile 6 brings a collection of noteworthy improvements that makes its mobile devices easier to use and equips mobile professionals with more robust productivity tools. -
Check prices$124.85-$210.00Windows Vista Home Premium
Reviewed on January 24, 2007 Windows Vista Home Premium is essentially warmed-over Windows XP Home Edition. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista Home Premium is stable enough for everyday use. -
Check prices$129.99-$159.95SMC SMCWGBR14-N Barricade N router
Reviewed on March 13, 2008 With a fair price, decent performance, and dead-simple setup, the SMC SMCWGBR14-N Barricade N router is about as well-rounded a Draft N router as you'll find. It also boasts impressive range and a smart design. We strongly recommend it for general home use. -
Check prices$644.00Dell Inspiron 518
Reviewed on July 31, 2008 Dell's Inspiron 518 is the latest in a long line of utilitarian, midrange Windows PCs. We wish Dell offered a bit more flexibility with its configuration, as well as a 64-bit Windows option, but for a straightforward PC, this is one of the more powerful systems for the dollar. -
Check prices$349.99-$479.99Nokia N810 Internet Tablet
Reviewed on January 29, 2008 Though not necessarily worth the price for an upgrade, the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet brings some nice additions to the mobile Web browsing device, including a full QWERTY keyboard and integrated GPS. -
Check prices$100.96-$141.39Microsoft Vista Home Basic
Reviewed on January 24, 2007 Windows Vista Home Basic is essentially warmed-over Windows XP, Windows XP SP3. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use. -
Pricing not availableHP TouchSmart IQ770
Reviewed on January 7, 2007 HP's new TouchSmart PC IQ770 is not as fast as Apple's iMac, nor does it have the same clean-lined elegance. It makes up for those problems with intuitive touch screen software you'll actually use and a comprehensive lineup of features. If you're looking for a home PC to organize your family's schedule, or serve up media in a kitchen or another small room, we know of no other system suited so well for the task. -
Check prices$859.00-$999.99Fujitsu LifeBook U810
Reviewed on September 19, 2007 Ambitious but flawed, the Fujitsu LifeBook U810 has more of a traditional laptop design than other UMPCs, but the otherwise excellent keyboard is marred by the loss of several important keys. -
Check prices$210.72-$399.99Microsoft Office for Mac 2008
Reviewed on January 7, 2008 Office for Mac 2008 may be the best pick for business users, but most people can get by with less costly alternatives. -
Check prices$948.00Lenovo ThinkPad T42 2378 (Pentium M 735 1.7 GHz, 512 MB RAM, 40 GB HDD)
Reviewed on May 21, 2004 The ThinkPad T42 is a good choice for business professionals looking for a top-notch laptop at a reasonable price. -
Pricing not availableSylvania G Netbook
Reviewed on August 4, 2008 The tiny Sylvania G Netbook offers decent battery life and can be had for a low price, but it still brings up the rear of the Netbook pack, with a small 7-inch screen, underpowered CPU, and a microscopic touch pad. -
Pricing not availableApple MacBook Pro (15.4-inch, 1.83GHz Intel Core Duo)
Reviewed on March 3, 2006 The MacBook Pro delivers unparalleled style, a solid set of features and software, and a few transitional performance issues that keep it from rivaling the most powerful PC laptops.
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