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Best ultraportable laptop 2009

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BEST ULTRAPORTABLE LAPTOP 2009

Best ultraportable laptop - Dell Adamo 13WINNER - Dell Adamo 13
Known more for producing affordable consumer machines than sleek business status symbols, Dell surprised us all with the release of the stunning Adamo 13. Its superior craftsmanship, impressive attention to detail and great usability are only the tip of the iceberg of this stylish ultraportable and a vast majority of you felt it to be a worthy winner.

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Sony VAIO VGN-TTSony VAIO VGN-TT
As with its Z31, Sony’s TT range is an outstanding example of a high-end ultraportable. Not only does its 609-minute battery life provide all-day usability, but its sturdy build quality and built-in optical drive make it a great way to stay busy on the move.

 

 

Lenovo ThinkPad X301Lenovo ThinkPad X301
As mentioned on the previous page, Lenovo’s ThinkPad laptops are famed as some of the best business tools you can buy and the X301 ultraportable is a prime example. Incredibly thin and light with flawless usability, it’s very hard to fault.

 

 

 

Toshiba Portégé R600Toshiba Portégé R600
Despite limited performance, the amazingly sleek 825g chassis, 478-minute battery life and perfectly designed keyboard ensured the R600 a place in this year’s commendations. While you felt it was bettered by its rivals, this is one of best you can buy.

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    14 of the best netbooksWhen netbooks first arrived on the scene, no one – manufacturers or consumers alike – expected them to take the world by storm. We’d seen tiny laptops at What Laptop before, so were quite surprised at the whirlwind success and the online flurry caused by the first Asus Eee PC netbook.

    Since then, we’ve seen netbooks from nearly every major manufacturer – several in some cases – which is great for the consumer. It also presents a conundrum, however, as with similar sizes and specifications throughout the market, it makes choosing the right netbook for you even more difficult. Here we take a look at the best, making it easy for you to pick your perfect portable.

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