Mobile operator O2 has added two new laptop and netbook computers with built-in Mobile Broadband connectivity (i.e. you don't need to buy a separate USB Modem / Dongle) to its line-up of service bundles, the Asus UL30A laptop and Samsung N150 netbook. Prices start from £25 per month for the Samsung with a monthly usage allowance of 3GB (plus 500MB for Wi-Fi) and 300 texts.

Customers signing up to the new deals will benefit from inclusive Wi-Fi, an extended two year warranty, 30 days O2 Techies support, McAfee Internet Security for the life of the contract and O2’s 30 day ‘Happiness Guarantee’ allowing customers to return the laptop if they are not satisfied at no additional cost.

Samsung N150 Specs
Lightweight – 1.26kg
Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom Processor
1GB Memory
250GB Hard Drive
Up to 6 Hours battery life
10.1 inch anti glare screen

Asus UL30A Specs
Lightweight – 1.6kg
Windows 7 Premium
Intel ULV Core 2 Duo Processor
3GB Memory
320GB Hard Drive
Up to 8 hours battery life
13.3 inch HD screen

The Samsung N150 will be available online and in O2 retail stores from April 30th on a 24 month tariff priced at £25 a month which includes 3GB downloads + 500MB Wi-Fi and 300 texts. Oddly there is also a one-off upfront payment of £29.99.

The Asus UL30A will be available in May for £30 a month on a 24 month tariff which includes 3GB downloads + 750MB Wi-Fi and 300 texts. The Asus will have a hefty one off payment of £79.99.