The CTL 2go Convertible Classmate PC (aka Intel Convertible Classmate PC) had its official launch at CES 2009, and many had high-hopes for the touchscreen netbook. Much of that was down to its already infamous touch-usability, and that’s certainly won praise in Laptop Mag’s review. Sitting on top of Windows XP is a quick-launcher CTL call “Blue Dolphin”, offering finger-friendly instant access to apps and settings. As previews suggested, it’s one of the most successful launcher implementations on a netbook-style device, and should, according to reviewer Joanna Stern, find favor with adults and children alike.

Although ASUS’ Eee may not be the very best budget ultraportable out there, it’s already become the benchmark against which all others are compared. Latest to step up is CTL’s 1L1PC, which the folks at 



