Typical price: £1,080
What is it: Ultra-portable laptop with built-in HSDPA
What we think: Lightweight, with good battery life and integrated HSDPA, this ultra-portable laptop is great value
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 2 February 2009
Tags: Toshiba, Toshiba Portege A600, RAM, profile, DVD burner
We like:
Lightweight; built-in HSDPA modem; good value
We don't like:
Relatively slow processor and graphics; poor viewing angles; looks and feels plasticky
CNET UK judgement:
If you're after a truly portable laptop and don't want to mess around with external optical drives, the Toshiba Portege A600 will most definitely appeal. The built-in HSDPA is a real bonus and you get a lot for your money
Full review:
Toshiba's ridiculously lightweight Portege R600 might steal all the headlines, but, if you don't mind a few extra grams, the Portege A600 is cheaper. The A600-122 configuration that we reviewed comes in at around £1,080, and is just as well-featured as the R600. At just under 30mm thick, you shouldn't have any problems slipping it into your rucksack either. Continue Reading...
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