Combining the portability of a tablet with the work-friendly keyboard of a laptop a hybrid PC could be for you.
The best 'hybrid' PCs - half laptop, half touchscreen
'Ultrabook' convertibles are lightweight machines that can transform from a laptop into a tablet - we test five of the best.
Tablet computers have begun to eat away at the sales of
traditional laptops - but a new breed of computer offers the best of
both worlds.
'Ultrabook' convertibles are lightweight machines that can transform from a laptop into a tablet.
For people who want the mobility offered by tablets such as iPad, but need a hard keyboard for work, they're a good choice, running the work-friendly Windows 8, which offers apps such as Word and Powerpoint.
Most are on the pricey side, but powerful, offering large screens, top-end processors and start-up times measured in seconds.
'Ultrabook' convertibles are lightweight machines that can transform from a laptop into a tablet.
For people who want the mobility offered by tablets such as iPad, but need a hard keyboard for work, they're a good choice, running the work-friendly Windows 8, which offers apps such as Word and Powerpoint.
Most are on the pricey side, but powerful, offering large screens, top-end processors and start-up times measured in seconds.
Lenovo ThinkPad Twist - £886.15 from www.dabs.comDesigned to appeal to the business boffins, this convertible device is svelte with a screen that can rotate 180 degrees. With 4GB of RAM and an Intel Core i5 processor, you'll be up and running in moments - it's a decent all-rounder.
Dell XPS 12 - £979 from www.dell.co.ukThe slick flip-and-fold action of the screen takes it from a laptop to a tablet in one fluid motion - it looks great, and the 12.5 inch screen is Full HD. The backlit keyboard adds a touch of glamour to a typically businesslike machine from Dell.
Asus UX32A-R3021H Ultrabook - £792 from www.pixmania.comThis smart-looking computing system, with a 13.3in screen, boasts an impressive seven hours of battery life, which alone makes it worth every penny. The start-up time is admirable too. From power request to fully operational, it takes mere seconds. And that's what we want - no more waiting.
Toshiba Satellite Ultrabook 12.5in - £967.19 from http://uk.insight.comThis is a perfect performer in the transformation stakes, moving from tablet to laptop in a rather swish sliding movement, but this hybrid's performance in the computing stakes shouldn't be forgotten too. It comes with pre-loaded software and packs a lot of storage to give you that PC experience while on the go.
This beauty from Sony shows that the Japanese giant has not lost its world-beating expertise in laptops. It's a quick starter with a speedy Intel Core i7 processor and Windows 8, and it boasts a decent battery and full HD touchscreen, which is extremely responsive for all your games, apps and photo and video needs.
Asus Taichi - £999.99 from www.expansys.comLightweight, sleek and chic-looking, this device is one of the best for speed, form and overall functionality. It's Windows 8 ready and thanks to Asus Simple Show, you're able to show off your photos, presentations and videos on the external screen while simultaneously controlling them on the internal display.
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