Katharine Byrne
Recent articles by Katharine Byrne
Lenovo IdeaPad Z580 review
LaptopsPerfect if you like to watch films or play games, but its poor battery life and touchpad prevent the Z580 from achieving true greatness
Dell S2740L review
PC monitorsExcellent brightness and contrast levels, but its glossy display will drive you mad
Acer Aspire E1-571 review
LaptopsIt may have a cramped keyboard, but this cheap laptop is great for everyday use
PC Specialist Inferno V-3K review
LaptopsPerfect for gaming on the go, with decent battery life to match
Acer Aspire V5-571 review
LaptopsThe V5's keyboard is comfortable to use, but the laptop misses the mark when it comes to performance
HP Pavilion G6-2242ea review
LaptopsAn impressive specification, but the G6-2242ea is just too slow to recommend
Lenovo IdeaPad S400 review
Laptops Ultraportable laptopsIt’s pretty, but its poor performance and touchpad leave the IdeaPad S400 behind its competitors
Asus K55VD review
LaptopsA great laptop for under £450, and its dedicated graphics make it an attractive option for gamers on a budget
Toshiba Satellite L855-148 review
LaptopsAn excellent all-round Windows 8 laptop – no gimmicks, just high performance and an impressive specification
Asus VivoBook S200 review
LaptopsIt's a shame the screen is a bit dim, but this is still a great-value touchscreen Windows 8 laptop