An update to Samsung's premium 15.6-inch performance laptop which will, in future, be known as the Ativ Book 8. It adds a touchscreen to the existing sleek, brushed metal body.

Updated We've always liked the promise of the Chromebook idea, and it is a very good little machine that should appeal to a few distinct groups with a refreshing blend of simplicity and security.

The Samsung Series 9 is a terrific ultra-portable, but can it trump the rest of the pack?

What seems like the ideal Windows 8 machine falls short due to some rough edges.

The more serious of Samsung's tablet-laptop hybrids runs Windows 8 and can even cope with image editing and gaming. Too much?

The new Samsung NP535U3C-A02UK comes packing a new AMD A6 APU. Can the new combined graphics and processor on one die offer a serious alternative to the Ultrabook?

The Samsung Series 3 reminds us what a premium we're paying for the convenience of thin and light laptops.

As a home entertainment desktop replacement, the Samsung Series 5 550P succeeds on almost every level.

Updated Google and Samsung team up for the next generation of Chrome OS, but have the problems of the past been solved?

The Samsung Series 3 NP300E5A sets the standard for budget laptops. It's a solid looker that packs more power than its closest rivals, but does suffer a low quality keyboard.

Samsung's first Ultrabook might get noticed thanks to the friendly price, but can it live up to the Ultrabook moniker?

Samsung has chosen not to brand its super-thin, quick-to-boot and attractive laptop as an Ultrabook, so why do we love it anyway?

Gaming laptops such as the Samsung Series 7 Gamer can be a funny old breed. The idea of a portable PC powerful enough to play the latest games certainly appeals. But the reality is often a system that, due to its high-powered components, is bulky, heavy and has an incredibly short battery life. So is the Samsung NP700G7A any different?

Samsung are one of the best laptop manufacturers around, but is this mid-range Core i5 laptop more style over substance?

This AMD-powered PC laptop uses less powerful components than older siblings the Samsung Series 7 and Series 9, but comes in at half the cost too, making it better suited to families and users with more basic needs

Unimpressive battery life tarnishes a real looker of a netbook

A virtually indestructible business laptop

Budget laptop with a great processor

Stunning performance for the budget price

A great all-rounder offering good performance and usability

Samsung's first Google Chromebook arrives on UK shores

Bargain price, huge battery life and superb build quality – what's not to like about this latest netbook?

A great home option for getting online as well as enjoying your media

A decent all-round laptop for performing basic tasks at a bargain price

Nvidia's Optimus boosts this well-priced 15-inch laptop