Hardware Reviews

Sony VAIO X review

Review Sony's high-end VAIO X is built with essentially netbook components and makes an enviable conversation piece, but the price is high.

Intel's 2010 roadmap

Tech Guide From hardware-accelerated AES encryption via 32nm manufacturing to GPU integration and six cores, Intel's CPU roadmap holds great promise. The chip-maker's upcoming Larrabee 3D graphics processor remains short on detail though.

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HP ProBook 4710s review

Review If you need plenty of screen and don't want to use an external monitor, this bulky 17.3in. notebook could be a good choice. It's a good performer, but HP could have added a few more ports and user-programmable keys.

Photos: new Windows 7 notebooks

Photos Most people will get Windows 7 preinstalled on a new computer. Here are some new and updated Windows 7 notebooks that we'd be happy to make the upgrade with.

HP StorageWorks X510 Data Vault review

Review Don't let its size or consumer heritage fool you: the StorageWorks X510 is a powerful backup, sharing and remote access solution that's ideal for smaller offices with limited IT support.

HTC Touch2 review

Review HTC's Touch2 has a relatively small screen and lacks an accelerometer. However, it's Windows Mobile 6.5 that really lets the side down.

SonicWALL TZ 210 review

Review SonicWALL's feature-packed TZ 210 gateway security appliance is capable of protecting all kinds of networks at a very affordable price. It's easy to setup and manage, and sets a new price point in the UTM market.

Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphones: photos

Photos Take a look at the eight 'Windows phones' announced so far for the UK.

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Acer TravelMate Timeline 8371 review

Review The TravelMate 8371 is solidly built, although the degree of flex in the keyboard may annoy some users. If you need an integrated optical drive, look to one of the larger models. Otherwise, enjoy the excellent battery life.

Dell Latitude Z: photos

Photos Dell's latest Latitude is a premium notebook showcasing some cool new technology, including wireless docking and inductive charging.

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Dell PowerEdge T710 review

Review Dell's PowerEdge T710 is ideal for branch office or medium-sized business use, where performance, expandability and flexibility are key attributes.

Data Robotics DroboPro review

Review DroboPro is a business-class RAID storage array that accepts virtually any SATA disk on the market, supports iSCSI and pretty much looks after itself. What more could you want?

Nokia E52 review

Review The E52 is Nokia's best candybar-format E-series handset yet. Compact and lightweight, it crams in plenty of features and delivers superb battery life. If you don't need a touch-screen, consider this smartphone.

Photos: Dell Latitude XFR E6400

Photos Dell's fully ruggedised 14.1in. notebook is designed for business users whose working environment is considerably more challenging than your average office desk.

HP Officejet Pro 8500 Wireless review

Review HP's Officejet Pro 8500 Wireless is a suitable inkjet for offices with high-volume print requirements. With a touch-screen, multiple networking options and very fast print speeds, this workhorse gets an Editors' Choice award.