Michael Knutson
09-07-2011, 03:30 AM
<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://thisismynext.com/2011/09/03/macbook-air-vs-aspire-s3-ideapad-u300s-portege-z830-ultrabooks-hands-on-pictures/' target='_blank'>http://thisismynext.com/2011/09/03/...ds-on-pictures/</a><br /><br /></div><p><em>"Intel’s ultrabooks have well and truly arrived at IFA this week, with Acer, Lenovo and Toshiba revealing their entries into the new category of super-skinny laptop. The Aspire S3, IdeaPad U300s, and Portege Z830 all have their subtle differences, but at their core, they’re machines designed for maximum portability with a minimal corresponding sacrifice in utility. Apple’s MacBook Air is the gold standard in this respect, so we thought it worthwhile to see how well it stacked up against the Windows-equipped newcomers."</em></p><p><img src="http://images.thoughtsmedia.com/resizer/thumbs/size/600/lpt/auto/1315362251.usr17748.jpg" style="border: 1px solid #d2d2bb;" /></p><p>Not much to add to this article, as it's physical size comparisons between a bunch of ultrabooks. Of course, the MacBook Air is still sitting atop the (size) pedestal, waiting for challengers. Some very nice offerings for Windows users! Take a peek at the galleries and let us know what you think!</p><p> </p>