Apple 12-inch PowerBook
Though more expensive than the more basic 12-inch iBook G4 and some comparable PC laptops, the 12-inch PowerBook G4's performance, solid set of features, and killer design will please intermediate and advanced mobile users.
Apple's most portable PowerBook has the same size and resolution display as the 12-inch iBook G4, but it's lighter, and it features better components: a 1.5GHz PowerPC G4 processor; an 80GB, 5,400rpm hard drive; 64MB of dedicated video RAM; and a single-layer DVD burner. In addition, the 12-inch PowerBook has a number of multimedia connections, including DVI, VGA, and S-Video. It also comes with a more business-oriented software bundle that includes Art Directors Toolkit, OmniOutliner, and QuickBooks for Mac. Take note: Like all Apple laptops, upgrading the 12-inch PowerBook G4's components gets extremely expensive in a hurry. For the basic user, the 12-inch iBook is a better deal, but if you need more professional features, a performance boost, or the most lightweight design available, the 12-inch PowerBook is a good choice.