ITRONIX HUMMER LAPTOP IX600

For those looking to capitalize on their off-road capabilities, the Itronix Hummer notebook IX600 plans to deliver—if you're willing to fork over the superfluous cash. Much like the motor vehicle, the Hummer notebook is equipped with an SUV-like chassis complete with the Hummer badge. It has a extensive selection of connectivity options, including built-in GPS. The system is perfect if you're out in the pasture all day, but for the average Joe who wants a breezy car-theme laptop, the $2,000 Acer Ferrari 4000is a much better deal.

The metal coat is designed to gaze like a Hummer's hood and comes in 3 colors: red, bright yellow and pewter tin. We prefer the restrained red lines and carbon-fiber outfit on the Acer Ferrari's chassis to the chunky, in-your-face style of the Hummer. Itronix is identified for making notebooks for the military, so you can be sure that this one is made to endure some abuse.

The chassis is made completely of magnesium alloy and feels much thicker than the Panasonic Toughbook W4. A nice design attribute is that the laptop has a handle at the back so you can carry it like a attaché case. According to Itronix, the Hummer laptop can endure drops (from 30 inches), brawny vibrations, and excessive temperatures. It also has a spill-proof keyboard.