Typical price: £1,358
What is it: 12-inch laptop with integrated HSDPA for broadband anywhere
What we think: Its portability, power and ability to go online at any time from any location makes it perfect for road warriors
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 22 September 2006
Tags: dell, ports, base, brightness
We like:
Compact size and weight; HSDPA capability; fingerprint reader
We don't like:
Very limited 3D-graphics capability
You might also need:
USB hub
CNET.co.uk judgement:
The D420's reliable performance, battery life and ability to get online at broadband speeds, with or without a Wi-Fi hotspot, make it one of the best ultra-portable laptops we've ever seen
Latest user reviews
September 24, 2006
Posted by: Nizam Hamid
"Lightweight, powerful (for size), great connectivity"
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