Best Notebooks - Word Processing, Ultraportable Laptop Type

'If you're not wedded to Apple's operating system, Dell's notebook is the way to go, but Mac fans who value endurance above all else will find the new 13-inch Air the best there is. '

'Thankfully, the system is unencumbered by bloatware. '

'Thanks to a new generation of processors, the MacBook Air gets improved battery life, while maintaining its now classic thin and light metal exterior.'

'The small notebook maintains a strong repertoire of connectivity technologies. '

'The MacBook Air 11-inch is a wonderful commuter laptop, and it should be on your short list if you're constantly on the move. '

'If you’ve got the money it’s perfect for business trips.'

'More ports than 12-inch MacBook. '

'Apple's buying process is very user-friendly.'

'The Asus UX305 is one of the finest laptops we’ve ever reviewed when value is taken into consideration. '

'If the company is smart about promotion, this could be a very successful product. '

'The display is unusually good for a Windows laptop though, using IPs-like technology that gives wide viewing angles and better colour gamut.'

'The built-in speakers are a bit trebly, but moderately loud and distortion-free. '