In this price range, mobile workers find more choices and newer technology. The laptops still come in under 5lbs., but offer more networking options, longer battery life and faster processors. Mobile users will find these ultra portables provide them with the ability to use conferencing software, connect more easily and do more complex tasks.
1. Fujitsu LifeBook S6120
Weighing 3.85lbs., mobile users will find this laptop provides them not only with 1.6GHz Intel Pentium processor, and Intel Centrino mobile technology. With an optional second battery you can work for up to 9 hours. The case of magnesium alloy is very durable. This laptop offers three different methods of networking which is invaluable to remote workers. It also has a security panel with embedded Smart Card Reader.
2. Apple PowerBook G4 1.5GHz 12.1" Notebook
Mac lovers can have their favorite OS in an ultra portable laptop. This PowerBook G4 offers mobile professionals a compact way to stay in touch and work hard on the road. It has an 80GB hard drive and includes a DVD+-RW/CD-RW Combo drive. Weighing just 4.6lbs and with an average battery life of 5 hours you should have no problem getting your work done. It also offers a variety of connection options so getting online won't be an issue. It also has FireWire, USB, mini-DVI connections.3. IBM ThinkPad X40
This laptop just might be a mobile professional's dream machine. With a long life battery and multiple connections methods, it is truly hard to find things not to like with this laptop.4. Sharp Actius MM20
This affordable laptop is an ideal weight and size for mobile workers. It is small enough to fit on airplane trays and easy to carry around. The Actius comes with multiple methods of connection but the biggest downfall to this laptop is the short battery life - just over 2 hours.5. Toshiba Tecra M2 Notebook
The Tecra utilizes Intel® Centrino™ mobile technology, which provides mobile workers with better battery life, wi-fi connectivity and better power management. Battery life on this laptop is quite good for the price range - 4 hours. It offers mobile professionals a variety of connection options, so you don't have to worry about that aspect and it also has USB, IrDA, RJ11 and RJ45 interfaces.