Panasonic Toughbook U1

For a portable computing solution that will perform in nearly any weather, take a look at the Panasonic Toughbook U1 ($2,800 and up; August 2008). This ultra-mobile PC packs an Intel Atom processor, impact-resistant SSD storage, 1GB of RAM, Wi-Fi, USB and SD card slots, a backlit QWERTY keyboard, and a 5.6-inch, sunlight-viewable touchscreen. With its ultra-rugged, all-weather body, it can stand up to whatever punishment you dish out.