Dell Studio XPS 7100
The Dell Studio XPS 7100 ($1,149 direct) is a genre-straddling kind of desktop PC. On one end, it has a quick multimedia PC with a six-core AMD processor and 1.5TB hard drive. On the other, it comes with an ATI Radeon HD 5870 graphics card, so it’s a contender as one of the better entry-level gaming rigs. Packed with a lot of future proof technology, the system’s price tag won’t break the bank. All in all, that translates into an Editors’ Choice win for the Studio XPS 7100, in mainstream multimedia system under $1,500.
HP Pavilion dv6-3013cl
Other than being the first AMD Vision–based laptop to pass through PC Labs, there’s nothing that makes the HP Pavilion dv6-3013cl ($799.99 list) stand out in the crowded mainstream laptop market. Its performance is good, but not great, and the same can be said for its battery life. Read more
HP Pavilion dm4
Like the rest of the industry, HP has taken a huge liking to metals. So much so, that its entire line of laptops (netbooks not included) has been updated with this design material. The HP Pavilion dm4 ($905 direct) is not only covered in them, but it’s one of the lightest laptops in the 14-inch category, and yet it toppled the competition in speed tests. Its major flaw is the gesture-enabled touchpad, which proved to be more bothersome than helpful. Read more
Apple iMac 27-inch (Core i7)
Apple have released another version of its popular iMac. Although similar to the iMac design this iMac packs a punch that rival conventional PC Desktop computers including Dell and HP. This computer however is pricey and therefore if you’re not interested in the design but rather the price then other brands may be the choice for you. Read more
Dell Inspiron 580s
Dell Computers have released a new desktop computer. The Dell Inspiron 580s is a slimline version of the much more powerful XPS versions. Sleek and easier to fit on a desk, this version is a sure fire hit for the office. Read more
Toshiba Satellite E205-S1904
It’s hard to contain my excitement every time a laptop maker takes a plain-looking laptop and showcases an exciting new technology. Case in point: the Toshiba Satellite E205-S1904 ($999 list). The Toshiba E205-S1904 is a speedy one, created under the direction of, and sold exclusively by, Best Buy. Read more
Dell Inspiron Zino HD (Inspiron 400)
If you like the look and feel of the Apple Mini but would like a windows version then the new Dell Inspiron Zino HD could be the new computer you have been looking for. The Dell Zino (Inspiron 400) ($557 direct, $837 with 22-inch widescreen monitor) is an interesting nettop model. Read more
HP Mini 5102
If you are looking for a mini netbook computer then look no further than netbooks from HP. HP mini netbooks are some of the best on the market. With plenty of power for multimedia applications and its lite wait of just 2.9 lbs the HP Mini 5102 is sure to be the envy of your friends and work colleagues.
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HP Pavilion dv7-3183cl
The HP Pavilion dv7-3183cl perchance the low end of Hewlett Packard’s Pavilion line of entertainment laptop computer*, but it bears most of the equal features as it higher priced contenders.When you are searching a multimedia system laptop computer and just have $1,000 to spend you generally have to forfeit something. Whenever you want a large screen, you will have to sacrifice speed or processing power to remain below budget and vice-versa.
Sony VAIO VPC-L117FX/B
All in one desktops with touch screens are becoming very popular in the Australian computer. Dell were one of the first major companies to offer an all-in-one desktop to the consumers. Sony are now entering the market with their Sony VAIO L11. This VPC has a nice bonnet but does the engine have the roar. Read more
