Those looking to pick up a new computer this holiday season — for themselves or a loved one — might consider a smaller and lighter form factor, such as a netbook or tablet. Which one is better for you? Here we look at the pros and cons for each decision.

What’s that — a 5-inch tablet? Yes, but it’s also a smartphone as it can be used to make calls. Here’s a brief hands-on look at the Dell Streak, now available in Canada for $150 on a 3-year term.

We put Apple’s leading iPad up against its new rival, the Samsung Galaxy Tab to see which one should be under the tree this holiday season.

Smartphones, netbooks and tablets are becoming popular devices for work and play, but the laptop remains the most critical tool for staying productive, organized and in touch with family, friends and colleagues. But with evolving specs and new features introduced every few months, it can be overwhelming to decide what to look for in a laptop today. Here are some pointers.

If you were asked to pick the best tech products of the year, you might be inclined to say a gadget, such as a tablet, smartphone or e-book reader. But according to PCWorld, it’s an operating system that wins top honours.

What is this informal video review all about? It’s everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy Tab in 6 minutes. Here I chat about the pros and cons of this new tablet and how it compares to the almighty Apple iPad.

e-Book readers are a convenient way to read digital books – they’re cheaper than paper books, you can shop 24/7 and you can adjust font size to suit your needs – and now the Kobo eReader ($149) lets you download newspapers and magazines, too.

While you won’t be seeing the Nokia Morph anytime soon, it’s an example of what the world’s largest cell phone maker is working on for the future.

In this video, I chat about recommended accessories for the Apple iPad. Consider this an informal “show & tell” that includes cases, bags, skins, a keyboard and stylus pen. Sync readers, what are some of your favourite accessories?

Well, it’s official. Canada’s own Research in Motion has officially taken the wraps off its first tablet. Unveiled in San Francisco this week, the PlayBook is RIM’s answer to the iPad, but how does it compare to Apple’s almighty gadget? Here’s a look at some foreseeable pro and cons.