Laptop Review Notebook Reviews

Hewlett Packard Pavilion DV6000 Laptop Power AC Adapter / Charger

2009-09-27T10:01:00.002+07:00

Hewlett Packard Pavilion DV6000

This Hp Pavilion laptop power adapter is 100% guaranteed to be compatible and work seamlessly with your laptop. Our laptop power adapters are built with the best materials and tested numerous times to ensure quality and compatibility. We ship all products within one business day. All of our products come brand new in retail packaging.

AC Adapter / Power Supply Cord for Laptop HP Pavilion ZD7000 Series / ZD7000 ZD7070 ZD7101 ZD7063 ZD7065

2009-09-04T20:35:00.001+07:00

Customer Review: Don't buy this if you have an HP zd7000
This item worked ok for a few weeks, but the connector was never snug. After about 3 months it would supply power only intermittently to the laptop because of the loose fitting connector. I have to wiggle the connector around and sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn't. I need to find another adapter. This has been a big time waster.

HQRP AC Adapter for Apple MAC G4 Powerbook G3 iBook (45W) Laptop / Notebook Replacement Charger / Power Supply Cord plus HQRP Mousepad

2009-08-26T20:29:00.001+07:00

Products trademarked HQRP are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. Also compatible with Apple iBook iBook 2001, 14.1'' LCD, 14.1'' LCD 16 VRAM, 14.1'' LCD 32 VRAM, 2004 Model, Crystal White, Dual USB, Dual USB 12'', Dual USB 12.1'', Dual USB 14'', G4 12'', G4 14'', Lime Green, Opaque White, Snow White, White 12'', White 14'', Apple PowerBook G4 G4 12'', G4 15'', G4 15'' Aluminium, G4 15'' Titanium, G4 15.2'', G4 17'', G4 Aluminium, G4 DVI, G4 Gigabit Ethernet, G4 Titanium.
Customer Review: AC power adapter
I ordered a AC power adapter and ended up with the wrong one contacted HQRP and the sent the correct one real prompt. I will buy from them again.

NEW Power Supply Adapter for Gateway PA-1650-01 Laptop

2009-08-10T18:39:00.001+07:00

Apple MacBook Pro MA938LL/A 85-Watt Laptop Power Adapter

2009-08-06T23:32:00.001+07:00

AC power adapter with MagSafe magnetic power connector. Fully tested and in perfect working condition.Compatible with APPLE 15" and 17" MacBook Pro LaptopsModel: A1172P/N: MA357LL/A, MA938LL/A and othersShipping: Same Day via USPS
Customer Review: Fake
Despite the amazon product page claiming it is an Apple product ("see other products by Apple" and the use of the original Apple part number) the product is not made by Apple, it is a very cheap knockoff. The unit I got was dirty/used, it did not appear new though it did have plastic reminiscent of the Apple stuff stuck to it. The power plug (shown in the inset) doesn't fit well on the unit. The little ears do not latch down, they just sort of flop around. The cord is very thin compared to the real Apple product. The mag-safe plug doesn't appear to fully mate with the MBP (17") but it does make contact and apparently charges. The light stays on after you disconnect it from the MBP unlike the Apple adapters. Assuming it doesn't explode my MBP, burn the house down (it does not carry the UL stamp), or leak a lot of RF noise (it is not FCC certified either despite a misleading sounding FCC like warning stamped on it) its probably fine for stationary use (mechanically its so flimsy I wouldn't want to take it on the road). Its gotten a lot hotter than the Apple adapter in the hour I've had it plugged in but otherwise is functional.

A/C Adapter / Charger FOR Dell Vostro 1000 1400 1500 1700 65W Laptop / Notebook Power- PA-12

2009-07-26T09:45:00.001+07:00

These are genuine Dell parts for various Latitude, Insipron, and Precision notebooks. They are in very good condition and are guaranteed to not be DOA. Order with confidence because all of our units are GUARANTEED for 30 days or YOUR MONEY BACK!
Customer Review: too bad
Don`t buy it!!! It worked only one hour. I am trying to return it.
Customer Review: Great Value
Great deal if you need extra power supplies for Dell Vostro Notebooks. Less than 1/3 of what Dell charges for a power supply. Excellent service by seller.

Targus Universal Wall Power Adapter for Laptops/Auto/Air

2009-07-03T08:26:00.001+07:00

Power when you need it. The Targus APM62US 90W AC/DC Notebook Power Adapter allows the mobile user to carry just one adapter whether on the road, at home, in the office or in the air. Designed to meet the power needs of today's high performance notebooks the Universal Adapter also joins with the optional Accessory Power Adapter and compatible device tips to power and charge your phone, camera and other mobile devices at the same time as your notebook. This low profile power source stores conveniently in your notebook case or luggage and comes equipped with the necessary AC/DC connectors for your mobile lifestyle. Compatible with many manufacturers' models including Acer, Compaq, Dell, Fujitsu, Gateway, HP, IBM/Lenovo, Panasonic, Sony and Toshiba.
Customer Review: Can't Live Without It If You're A Road Warrior
I fly AA and they have power hubs for dc charges under most of the seats. Working the whole flight and de-planing with a fully charged laptop is absolutely wonderful. Highly recommended, but just make sure it is the right one for your laptop on Targus's site!
Customer Review: Forgot our laptop power supply on our trip, this was a great stand-in
While vacationing in summer 2007, we forgot to pack our Dell's laptop power supply. After making a call to Dell customer support for how to best get one that day, they recommended we go to a retail electonics store. We stopped at Best Buy, saw this model (~$) and bought it after we got their assurances that we could return it immediately if it didn't work out. Back in the rental car, we opened it up, saw the Dell's model number listed in its multi-page compability charts, plugged it into the cigarette lighter and the laptop, and all worked as promised. PLUSES The niceties are that with this product there are both AC and DC input cables. While the AC plugs into the wall, the DC has ends that plug into the cigarette lighter as well as an In-Air converter (which we've never used). After getting home, we were also pleased that among the other laptop tips, there were ones that also work with our IBM ThinkPad and HP Pavilion laptops. (Tip: We used a label maker to label the tips with the corresponding devices we use.) We now use this at home to charge one of the laptops that travels between home and office. It's also handy when traveling with multiple laptops since you just bring this one charger and multiple tips, though we'd have to take turns charging. MINUSES Although the instructions inside indicate you can buy an optional Digital Device Adapter to plug into it, advertised to charge your cell phone, MP3 player, digital camera, or PDA, there are no tips available for our Samsung Blackjack cellphone (which we would have expected) or our Sony Cybershot camera (which we did not expect). They do make iPod adapters. See for the available tips. OVERALL We are pleased with this purchase, even though we felt it was rather expensive. I would have given this 5 stars if it they made tips to handle our non-notebook devices.

HQRP Replacement Laptop AC Adapter / Notebook Charger / Power Supply Cord for Compaq NC4000 NC4010 NC4200 NC6000 NC8000 NW8000 NX5000 / Compaq Presario V2000 V4000 V5000 / HP Pavilion Zt3000 ZE2000 ZE4900 DV1000 DV4000 DV5000 DV8000 Compaq Amada 110 M300 M700 E500 E500S E700 V300 / Compaq Evo N110 N150 N200 N400C N410C N600 N610C N800 N810 C/V/W / Compaq Presario 165 170 190 plus HQRP Mousepad

2009-06-16T08:52:00.001+07:00

Products trademarked HQRP are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. Replacement for Compaq Part No.: 177626-001, 177625-001, 180675-001, 180676-001, LE-9702A, LE-9702A+, 298237-001, 298239-001, PA-1600-19A, PA-1600-01, PA-1600-02, ADP-60BB, LSE9802B1960 Compatible models: HP Pavilion HP Pavilion DV1000 Series, DV1010, DV1100, DV1130 HP Pavilion DV4000 , dv4100 , dv4200 , dv4300 , dv4400 Series HP Pavilion DV5000 , dv5100 Series HP Pavilion ze2000 , ze2100 , ze2200 , ze2300 , ze2400 Series HP Pavilion ze4900 Series: ZE4901, ZE4902, ZE4910, ZE4911, ZE4920, ZE4922, ZE4923, ZE4930, ZE4940, ZE4950, ZE4960, ZE4980 HP Pavilion zt3000 , zt3100 , zt3200 , zt3300 , zt3400 Series HP Pavilion X1000, X1220US, Business Notebook nx5000 , nx5100 , nc6000 , nc6100 , nc6110 , nc6105 , nc6115 , nc6120 , nc6220 nx6100 , nx6105 , nx6110 , nx6115 , nx7000 , nx7100 , nx7200 , nc7200 nw8000, nc8000 COMPAQ ARMADA: 110, E500, E700, M300, M700, V300 EVO: N110, N150, N200, N400C, N410C, N600C, N610C, N800C, N800V, N800W PRESARIO: 2800 SERIES, 2800CA , 2800T , 2800US , 2805US, 900 SERIES , X1000 , X1220US , TABLET PC TC100 TRIGEM DREAMBOOK A, F, T, U, X Series Laptop / Notebook. AC adapter and power cord ( length 5.9 feet/1.8 meters) for more convenient work are included.

Power Supply Adapter for HP/Compaq 417220-001 Laptop

2009-06-11T11:45:00.000+07:00

LAPTOP AC POWER ADAPTER CHARGER FOR HP COMPAQ 18.5V 4.9A QUAD TIP ZV6000 R4000 394211-001 374429-001

2009-06-05T09:40:00.001+07:00

Customer Review: Seems OK, but. . . .
According to the product description, this is a replacement power supply for my HP zv6000 laptop. Unfortunately, my laptop will not work with this particular power supply. The problem could be with my computer, but I tend to think it isn't putting out enough juice. I've ordered an adapter that specifically mentions the 120 watt output. That said, I placed my order on Friday and received the product the following Wednesday - nice job.
Customer Review: Functional Power Supply
I just received this power supply and it works! There are two minor flaws (in my opinion) with this power supply: 1) No LED indicator showing that the power supply is plugged in. 2) The power cord is shorter than the original HP power cord. Neither of these two issues keep this item from working and at half the price of an HP branded replacement you can't go wrong.

replacement Laptop AC Adapter / Power Supply Cord for IBM Thinkpad R30 R31 R32 R40 R50 X20 X22 X23 X30 X40 A20 A20E A20M A20P A21 A21 T20 T21 T22 T23 T30 T40 T41 T42 T43

2009-05-29T08:58:00.001+07:00

Products trademarked Smartcharge are marketed and sold exclusively by The Battery Center. COMPATIBLE IBM MODELS: ThinkPad T Series : T20, T21, T22, T23, T24, T30, T40, T41, T42, T43 ThinkPad X Series : X20, X21, X22, X23, X30, X31, X40, X41 ThinkPad R Series : R30, R31, R32, R33, R50, R51 ThinkPad A Series : A20, A20M, A21, A22, A22M, A30, A31, A31P ThinkPad 600 Series : 600, 600E, 600X) ThinkPad i Series ThinkPad Transnote Thinkpad 5XX series Older model: 240, 310, 380, 390, 390E, 570, 770 Replacement IBM Part Numbers: 02K6749/02K6756 , 02K6746/02K6753 , 02K6665/02K6677 , 02K6661/02K6673 , 02K6657/02K6669.

HQRP Replacement 19V 3.42A 65W Laptop AC Adapter / Notebook Charger / Power Supply Cord for Toshiba Satellite A135 Series: A135 / A135-S4407 / A135-S4417 / A135-S4427 / A135-S4437 / A135-S4447 / A135-S4457 / A135-S4467 / A135-S4477 / A135-S4478 / A135-S4487 / A135-S4488 / A135-S4499 / A135-S4517 / A135-S4527 / A135-S4656 / A135-S4677 / A135-S4827 plus HQRP Mousepad

2009-05-18T09:19:00.001+07:00

Products trademarked HQRP are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. Also compatible with Toshiba Satellite A135 Series:A135 / A135-S2246 / A135-S2256 / A135-S2266 / A135-S2276 / A135-S2286 / A135-S2296 / A135-S2306 / A135-S2326 / A135-S2346 / A135-S2356 / A135-S2376 / A135-S2386 / A135-S2396 / A135-S4407 / A135-S4417 / A135-S4427 / A135-S4437 / A135-S4447 / A135-S4457 / A135-S4467 / A135-S4477 / A135-S4478 / A135-S4487 / A135-S4488 / A135-S4499 / A135-S4517 / A135-S4527 / A135-S4656 / A135-S4677 / A135-S4827 / A135-SP4016 / A135-SP4036 / A135-SP4048 / A135-SP4058 / A135-SP4088 / A135-SP4108 / A135-SP4156. AC power cord ( length 6 feet/1.8 meters) is included ! Specially for more convenient work.

HQRP AC Adapter for Dell Inspiron 300M / 500M / 600M / 1501 / E1405 Laptop / Notebook Replacement Charger + High Quality Power Cable + HQRP Mousepad

2009-05-13T10:12:00.001+07:00

Products trademarked HQRP are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. Also compatible with Laptop AC Adapter for Dell Inspiron 300M / 500M / 600M / 1501 / E1405. High Quality, Improved AC Power Cable (length 6 feet/1.8 meters) is included ! Specially for more convenient and safe work.
Customer Review: Laptop Adapter
HQRP power cord adapter works well with my Dell Inspirion 1501 Laptop and it is inexpensive. Highly recommended.

HQRP Replacement 15V 6A 90W Laptop AC Adapter / Notebook Charger / Power Supply Cord for Toshiba Satellite A105 / A105-S4054 / A105-S4064 / A105-S4074 / A105-S4084 / A105-S4092 / A105-S4094 / A105-S4102 / A105-S4104 / A105-S4114 / A105-S4124 / A105-S4132 / A105-S4134 / A105-S4201 plus HQRP Mousepad

2009-05-08T09:18:00.001+07:00

Products trademarked HQRP are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. Compatible with Folowing Models: Toshiba Satellite A105 / A105-S4054 / A105-S4064 / A105-S4074 / A105-S4084 / A105-S4092 / A105-S4094 / A105-S4102 / A105-S4104 / A105-S4114 / A105-S4124 / A105-S4132 / A105-S4134 / A105-S4201. AC power cord ( length 6 feet/1.8 meters) is included ! Specially for more convenient work.

HP Spare / Compaq 402018-001 371790-001 DC359A Laptop AC Adapter / Notebook Charger / Power Supply Cord Replacement by HQRP plus Mousepad

2009-05-02T11:30:00.001+07:00

Products trademarked HQRP are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. Compatible with HP / Compaq 371790-001 402018-001 DC359A. AC power cord ( length 6 feet/1.8 meters) is included ! Specially for more convenient work.

NEW AC Power Adapter for Dell F7970 LA65NS0-00 Laptop

2009-04-18T10:20:00.001+07:00

HQRP Replacement AC Adapter / Power Supply Cord (19.5 Volts, 3.34 Amps, 65 Watt) for Dell PA-12 Inspiron 300m , 500m , 600m , 700m , Latitude D400 , D500 , D600 , D600 , X300 , E1405 Series Laptop / Notebook

2009-04-13T09:58:00.000+07:00

Dell PA-12 family AC Adapter for the Dell Inspiron 300M, 500M, 600M, 8600, D400, D600, and Latititude X300. Input: 100-240V 50-60HZ 1.5A Output: 19.5V 3.34A Max Output Power: 65W. Compatible with Dell Inspiron 300M, 500M, 600M, 8600, D400, D600, and Latititude X300 Laptop Models. Dell Part Number: 5U092.
Customer Review: Fast, Inexpensive, and Reliable
I needed an AC adapter for my Dell laptop (Inspiron 700m). The Dell site sells it for $70 plus shipping. I ordered this one, because it was so much cheaper. It came within a day and a half and works great. I am very happy with my purchase.
Customer Review: decent cord
Works with my Inspiron 6400 and 6000 with no problems (except it tends to come disconnected from the socket on the 6000 easily for some reason, probably the fault of my socket). Slightly longer than the factory cord.

Golf Clubs

HQRP Laptop Charger Replacement {AC Adapter with Power Cord} for Acer AcerNote 350 370 500 950, Aspire 1200 1410 1640 1650 1690, Aspire 2000 2010 2020, Aspire 3000 3030 3040 3100 3600 3610, Aspire 5000 5030 5040 5100 5110 5500 5510 5540 5550 5560 5600 5610 5620 5630 5650 5670 5680 5720 5920, Aspire 7100 7110 9100 9300 plus HQRP MousePad

2009-04-08T10:57:00.001+07:00

Products trademarked HQRP® are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. Replacement AC Adapter for Acer Laptop / Notebook Models: AcerNote 350 370 500 950, Aspire 1200 1410 1640 1650 1690, Aspire 2000 2010 2020, Aspire 3000 3030 3040 3100 3600 3610, Aspire 5000 5030 5040 5100 5110 5500 5510 5540 5550 5560 5600 5610 5620 5630 5650 5670 5680 5720 5920, Aspire 7100 7110 9100 9300. High Quality, Improved AC Power Cable (length 6 feet/1.8 meters) is included ! Specially for more convenient and safe work.
Customer Review: Charger
Works and charging new battery. Was not sure if it was battery or charger so replaced both. Attached the and started to charge the old battery. So it was the old charger.

AC Adapter/Power Cord for HP/Compaq 380467-003 Laptop

2009-04-03T09:47:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6040US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop

2009-02-21T10:00:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6040US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X2 Mobile Technology TL-52, 2048 MB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, LightScribe SuperMulti DVD+/-R/RW Drive)
Designed for fast access to your entire entertainment library as well as easy connectivity to Internet chatting via the integrated webcam, the HP Pavilion dv6040us notebook PC is a great choice for both families and business travelers on the go. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and and you'll get smooth video processing with the Nvidia GeForce Go 7200 graphics/video card with up to 256 MB of shared video memory. Enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the PC card slot. Easily manage your digital photo library and share with friends and family using the included HP Photosmart Premier software.

It's powered by the AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-52 processor, which provides dual-core power as well as an architecture that's ready for tomorrow's demanding 64-bit software. This notebook also features a roomy 120 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (maximizing capacity), built-in 54g wi-fi connectivity (802.11b/g), multi-format/dual-layer LightScribe DVD+/-RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, and multi-format memory card reader. This laptop is also ready for the next iteration of Microsoft operating system--Windows Vista.

The Basics

Hard Drive: Large and in charge, the 120 GB hard drive (5400 RPM) offers enough to room to hold a digital audio library of over 20,000 songs and still have room left over for movies, games, and a large collection of software. This Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to Firewire and USB 2.0.
Processor: The 1.6 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-52 processor offers a dual-core architecture, which delivers additional computing resources to help expand your PCร•s capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing--increasing your performance by up to 80 percent. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly thanks to the innovative Direct Connect Architecture. And it's designed to handle simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. You'll enjoy long battery life thanks to the AMD PowerNow! power management technology, which delivers performance on demand and can extend system battery life up to 65 percent. And the AMD Digital Media XPress technology delivers stellar multimedia performance and playback on digital entertainment such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.
Each processing core has a 512 KB L2 cache (for a 1 MB total), and this processor can deliver up to a 1600 MHz system bus for lightning quick computing reflexes. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
Memory: The 2 GB of built-in memory (PC5300, DDR2 SDRAM, 2 x 1024 MB) offers a top-of-class 667 MHz speed. It maximizes the capacity of this notebook, which is a little small for multimedia-centric laptops. But you'll be able to handle immersive 3D video games, video editing, graphics-intensive presentations, and multiple open business productivity applications right out of the box.
CD/DVD Drive: Offering the latest in DVD writing technology, the multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.
This LightScribe DVD+/-RW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Graphics and Sound
You'll enjoy razor-sharp graphics and widescreen movies with the 15.4-inch WXGA high-definition screen, which displays an 18 percent larger picture than standard 15-inch screens and offers up to an 18 percent improvement in contrast ratio. It has a widescreen resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels--perfect for watching DVD movies the way they were meant to be seen.

Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce Go 7200 graphics card with 256 MB of video RAM shared with the system memory. Nvidia's TurboCache feature increases the performance of this thin and light notebook PC without increasing its size or draining its battery. It's coupled with the PowerMizer 6.0 advanced power management technology, which significantly extends your notebook PCร•s battery life while minimizing the amount of heat it produces.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
This notebook features an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots). It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot, which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features (though it does not include a standard PCMCIA slot). You get a very basic offering of connectivity options (which does include Firewire):

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
1 VGA monitor port
1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV
1 ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)
1 headphone out with SPDIF digital audio output
1 microphone in
1 IR receiver
1 notebook expansion port 2
5-in-1 memory card reader (compatible with Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, and XD Picture cards)

It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 operating system with Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes preloaded with Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents), Symantec Norton Internet Security 2006 (with 60 days of LiveUpdate), Adobe Acrobat Reader, Sonic Digital Media Plus, Vongo, Muvee autoProducer, Microsoft Money, MSN Encarta Plus, Microsoft Office Student and Teacher Edition (60 Day Trial Version), and HP PhotoSmart Premier for editing and organizing your digital photos.

Dimensions and Weight
This notebook measures 16.93 x 6.3 x 13.8 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 13.22 pounds.

Power
It's powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 3 hours (depending on usage). You'll get up to 8 hours of battery life with the optional 12-cell lithium-ion battery.

What's in the Box
This package contains the dv6040us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 90 days from date of purchase.

Customer Review: Amazing notebook, I LOVE it.

I bought the intel version of this notebook about four weeks ago. I LOVE it. I previously owned an ibook and was a little worried about buying my first PC laptop, but I LOVE it. It is superfast and multitasks like crazy. I've heard some people complain about battery life, but I get nearly two hours out of it. I think it is a great value overall.

HP Pavilion TX2510US 12.1" Laptop

2009-02-11T09:11:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion TX2510US 12.1" Laptop (2.10 GHz AMD Turion X2 ZM-80 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium) Black
For those whose active lives require constant access to high-performance, easy-to-use computing and communication tools, the HP Pavilion TX2510US Entertainment Notebook PC provides the ideal convergence of these features with exceptional entertainment options. And it's light enough to take everywhere! Its 12.1? screen twists 180ยฐ for presentations and DVD playback - and folds flat to enable the convenience of capturing hand-written notes and drawings. Interact directly with your system using your finger or stylus. Erasing notes on your screen is just like using a pencil: flip the pen over and erase! Use Windows Journal to take notes as you would on notebook paper. The TX2510US can convert handwriting into typed text and is perfect for a person who's always on the go! Staying in touch has never been easier with the integrated HP Webcam. With AMD Turion X2 dual core mobile technology and the same viewable screen content as a 15.4" system, the TX2510US provides all the power and performance of a mainstream notebook PC without the additional weight. 12.1? diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen Touch-screen display, Panel rotates 180 degrees and folds flat ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics RS780M with up to 1470 MB Shared Graphics Memory Built-in Webcam and Microphone LightScribe Super Multi 8 x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.11A/B/G/N Wireless 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Bluetooth Fingerprint reader 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 34 Slot 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; SPDIF Digital Audio, Microphone-in, VGA, TV-Out (S-Video), RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 8.82? (L) x 12.05? (W) x 1.52? (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 4.56 pounds (with weight-saver)

Cheap HP Pavilion TX1210US 12.1" Laptop

2009-02-06T18:26:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion TX1210US 12.1" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Processor TL58, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
The HP Pavilion tx1210 puts a unique twist on mobile computing. It features a 12.1" widescreen LCD that can swivel 180 degrees, and folds flat for convenience. A great feature for when you're making presentations or watching DVDs. The tx1210's other attributes are equally as impressive. A very large 160GB hard drive - enough space to keep a ton of your favorite MP3s, pictures and videos on hand. A CD & DVD burner with LightScribe - create audio CDs, DVD movies, or backup gigs of data; and give them all professional-style labels. With these kind of features it's easy to understand why HP calls the tx1210 an "entertainment notebook". 2 RAM Slots (occupied) NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 (UMA) with up to 559MB of shared memory (memory is taken from the main system) 160GB (5400RPM) SATA HDD 8x LightScribe Super Multi Double Layer DVD Writer 12.1 WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen LCD - swivels 180 degrees and folds flat into a slate-style display Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Integrated 802.11a/b/g/n (draft 802.11n) Wi-Fi & Bluetooth 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader - supports Secure Digital (SD), MultiMedia Cards (MMC), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture Cards High Speed 56k Modem Altec Lansing Audio 1 ExpressCard/34 Slot Ports - 3 USB 2.0, 2 Headphone Out (1 w/SPDIF Digital Audio & 1 Stereo), 1 Microphone In, 1 VGA, 1 S-Video TV-Out, & 1 Ethernet Unit Dimensions - 8.82 (l) x 12.05 (w) x 1.52 (h) Unit Weight - 3.95 lbs.

Customer Review: Get a TX2000US level Tablet

I have had this Tablet since late August 2007. I like it! However, the Tablet features are touchscreen, ok; and Passive tablet, whereas the TX2000US models features active Digitizing by WACCOM!!! Reviews have stated that some of the other poorer features of the 1 st generation has improved also. With discounts the newer series seem to be available for as little a $1000! I paid $1400 plus $350 for All Damage Protection.

Cheap HP Pavilion dv6365us 15.4" Entertainment Laptop

2009-02-01T11:38:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion dv6365us 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5600, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, SuperMulti DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
The HP Pavilion dv6365us is a notebook computer that focuses on entertainment and creative expression. The 15.4" widescreen high-definition display is perfect for accurately displaying motion pictures, as well as giving you a broad workspace for easy multi-tasking of creative programs. Creative programs like those dealing with movie creation, which is enhanced with the included LightScribe SuperMutli drive. It lets you burn data DVDs as well as movies, to a wide range of blank media formats, and using LightScribe technology, you are able to directly laser-etch your labels for a professional look to your final project. All of this and more is housed inside a sophisticated exterior that features a high-gloss, long-lasting, piano black finish, which compliments the elegant curvilinear design. Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 (it shares memory with the main system) 160GB 5400RPM SATA HDD Built-in WebCam and Microphone LightScribe 8x SuperMulti Drive with Double Layer support 15.4 Widescreen High-Definition LCD Native Resolution - 1280x800 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi Wireless LAN Support 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader - supports SD, MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture Cards 56k Fax Modem Altec Lansing Audio 1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) Ports - 10/100 Ethernet, 1 Firewire, 3 USB 2.0, 1 VGA, 1 S-Video Out, 2 Headphone (1 with SPDIF Digital Audio), 1 Microphone In Unit Dimensions - 14.05 (l) x 10.12 (w) x 1.69 (h) Unit Weight - 6.14 lbs.

Customer Review: love this hp

I bought this laptop for my last two years of college (after having this laptop I am suprised I lasted the for first degree without it). The 2GB of RAM is awesome for Vista (friends of mine made the mistake of purchasing laptops with only 1GB of RAM and found that Vista does not run well with only 1GB, Vista really needs the 2GB of RAM to work right). Screen clarity is great. The battery lasts for about three hours if you do not change any settings to extend battery life; the power saving settings are available, but I don't need to use it for more than three hours at a time so I never made the changes. Using the Windows Easy Transfer was easy after I set up a wireless connection (using a Wireless G Broadband Router with my desktop still at the main computer desk), I didn't even have to physically connect the computers in order to transfer my files (this part took awhile, but I had a lot of stuff on my desktop to copy over to the laptop, honestly I am suprised it didn't take longer). I like that you can control the volume with the touch of a finger just above the keyboard (also from here you can stop, play, pause, mute, etc). The CD Burner is a lot faster than my desktop ever was.
Mainly I use this for class. I haven't had any problems with the keyboard or the fingerpad at all. I can sit in the classroom and get feed from my professors that helps with the classes. I haven't had any overheating problems. It seems like no matter what device I buy works with this laptop. I had trouble with that with my desktop. The laptop isn't picky about which usb I insert stuff into (on my desk top it always made me use a certain one first and only for certain things). I've connected my mp3 player to it, removable storage, and a video camera.
What's even nicer is the HP Total Care Advisor. It comes up first thing when you turn the computer on. For people like me who aren't perfectly tech savvy this is nice, because it's basically the "Complete Dummies Guide to What Exactly is Going On With Your Computer." It tells you how strong your internet connection is (with the router it's perfect), security, back ups, printer, updates (the pop-ups I find to be particularly annoying, this is much nicer and it explains whether you really need it or not), pc health, and your battery.
This laptop is versatile. That is one thing that drove me bonkers when shopping for a laptop; several of the laptops in my price range did not function well in "extreme conditions". As it turns out "extreme conditions" was a loose translation of "anywhere that wasn't your desk and the laptop couldn't be moved at all." What is the point of getting something portable if it really isn't? This hp works great and I have yet to use it at my desk. I've used it everywhere else though: while bouncing around to some music when doing homework, scrolling through stuff going up stairs and holding the computer at odd angles, on the top of a scattered pile of books and notes, and my insane list could go on.
The speed is great. I haven't used the DVD burner or the webcam yet. It does way more stuff than I will ever actually need it to do, but it's great that it's there. Mostly I love that it was more affordable and does all the stuff I need it to with out me having to worry if it's going to be tempermental or take forever to do small tasks. It's perfect for people like me who are students on a budget.
P.S. This laptop also has survived my eight year old with flying colors.

Cheap HP Pavilion DV6625US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop

2009-01-22T10:01:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6625US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Processor TL-58, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
HP Pavilion Entertainment Notebook - Turion64 X2 TL-58, 15.4" TFT/WXGA (Brightview), 1024MB (DDR2, 2DIMM), 160GB HDD 5400 rpm, DVD+RW DL Lightscribe SM, QP w/remote + earbuds, 6 Cell LiIon, Expansion Port, ExpressCard/54/34 Slot, 5 in 1 media card reader,

Expensive & Non-durable

I hate writing bad reviews for products that i own. Unfortunately i would like to share my experience with this laptop. At first few months it was ok, but after 5 months of hardly using, one time it just stop working and it wont charge. So i sent it to local HP tech and they told me that it a motherboard problem and they need to change it. This time it was still under warranty so i didn't need to pay any bucks. but after 4 months which the warranty of the HP expired again it stopped working and same problem was diagnose and now i have to pay for $500 just to fix and replace the motherboard again. I have 4 different laptop and 2 of them are HP, but this model isn't that good enough to last.

HP Laptops

HP DV6305US Pavilion Entertainment 15.4" Laptop

2009-01-17T09:42:00.001+07:00

HP DV6305US Pavilion Entertainment 15.4" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X2 Processor TL 50, 512 MB RAM,80 GB Hard Drive, SuperMulti DVD Drive, Vista Basic)
The HP Pavilion dv6305us features an AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual Core 1.6GHz processor. A CPU that has two seperate processing cores running at 1.6GHz. So supported software can access both for nearly twice the speed of traditional processors. Perfect for demanding applications, like video editing. This notebook also features a SuperMulti 8x DVD writer. It writes data to nearly any DVD disc, even the double-layer discs that can hold up to 8.5GB of data! Continue reading for a complete list of what this notebook has to offer. 80GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drives SuperMulti 8x Double Layer DVD Writer 15.4 High-Definition Widescreen LCD Native Resolution - 1280 x 800 Built-in 802.11b/g Wi-Fi Support Integrated Microphone 56k Fax Modem Altec Lansing Audio 1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader - supports SD, MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture Cards Ports - 10/100 Ethernet, 3 USB 2.0, 1 Firewire, 2 Headphone Out (1 w/ SPDIF Digital Audio & 1 Stereo), 1 VGA, 1 Microphone In, & 1 S-Video Out Unit Dimensions - 14.05 (l) x 10.12 (w) x 1.56 (h) Unit Weight - 6.8 lbs.

Customer Review: just needed to upgrade from 512 to 1g

Wonderful if you just want to surf and are not into a bunch of downloads.

I also have a dv6000. It has always done every thing i need it to do with great speed. I use it to check e-mail and play games on pogo or shop. I also use a wireless router. Vista is also my operating system I did have to adjust settings using less graphics which also speeds up your system.

Thinking about getting another one for my kids.

HP Pavilion DV9410US 17" Laptop

2009-01-12T09:06:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9410US 17" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Processor TL56, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
The HP Pavilion dv9410 has been designed to provide you with advanced digital entertainment solutions, as well as fast and reliable mobile computing performance. Enjoy 3D gaming and video editing with the NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 graphics card. Watch your favorite DVDs, or create one of your own, with the 8x LightScribe Super Multi DVD burner. Movies and games look amazing on the 17" WXGA+ High-Definition Brightview Widescreen LCD. Being a widescreen, its also great for your day-to-day applications. True side-by-side multi-tasking has never been easier. See below for what else the HP Pavilion dv9410 has to offer... 2 RAM Slots NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 with up to 287MB of shared memory (memory is taken from the main system's RAM) 160GB (5400RPM) HDD 8x Super Multi Double Layer DVD Burner with LightScribe labeling technology 17 WXGA+ High-Definition Brightview Widescreen Native Resolution - 1440 x 900 Ports - 10/100 Ethernet, 4 USB 2.0, 1 Firewire, 1 Headphone Out with SPDIF Digital Audio, 1 Microphone In, 1 VGA,&1 S-Video Out 802.11b/g Wi-Fi Support Webcam with Integrated Microphone 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader - supports Secure Digital (SD), MultiMedia Cards (MMC), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro,&xD Picture Cards 56k Fax Modem Altec Lansing Audio 1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) Unit Dimensions - 15.16 (l) x 11.65 (w) x 1.57 (h) Unit Weight - 7.8 lbs.

Customer Review: Good value and rock solid now, would buy another

Purchased in December 2007. Loved the bells and whistles of this laptop and the display.
The good news.......

In April HP support released a slew of software updates for this computer including a bios update. MS service pack 1 was also included.

After 6 hours of installing the updates the laptop runs flawless, faster and rock solid and great wireless range. I love it now. Awesome for DVD playback and spread sheets. It is now my primary computer.

Battery life can be improved in Vista setting tweaks to about 3 hours for video playback. Expect about 2 hours on normal usage.
Since then I have increased the operating speed by adding another Gig of memory (about $80.00) and replacing the hard drive with a larger faster 180 gig Sata 7200 rpm drive (about $120.00) and using the original drive in the second drive bay for video's and data. You will need a HP Sata drive caddy to install it (about $35.00). The mouse pad can be sticky due to perspiration.
The original bad news....

Initially had intermittent web-cam and external USB devices along with loss of audio and changing of display settings and freezing of video playback and system lockup. Returning from hibernation or sleep mode would crash the system or programs would crash it. Just about every problem others had stated.

HP support solution was to do a system reload which worked until you added a USB device or 3rd party software.

I worked around the problems by reinstalling drivers and not shutting the computer down defeating the purpose of a laptop.

HP Pavilion DV6725US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop

2009-01-07T08:27:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6725US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features in a distinctive design, the HP Pavilion dv6700 series Notebook PC delivers! It features a subtle HP-exclusive Radiance pattern that is a mixture of ripples on a sea of radial lines. And AMD mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. Listen without disturbing others with the included stereo earbud headphones. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. This 6.06lbs light notebook exists at the intersection of computing and entertainment with its 15.4" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display, innovative entertainment features and fresh design. 15.4 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen display NVidia Geforce Go 7150M (UMA) with up to 799MB Shared Video Memory Built-in Webcam and microphone SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.1 B/G Wireless 10/100 Ethernet Bluetooth 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 3 USB 2.0, 2 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 TV-Out (S-Video), 1 IEEE-1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.05 (W) x 10.12 (D) x 1.56 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.06lbs

Customer Review: hp

HP Pavilion DV6725US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)

TechFuel Premium Battery for HP HSTNN-IB17 Laptop
This TechFuel rechargeable battery pack is specifically designed to work with your HP HSTNN-IB17 Laptop. TechFuel rechargeable battery packs feature the latest battery technology, the highest quality components, and meet or exceed OEM specifications. TechFuel battery packs are designed to last longer and have reduced memory effect. All TechFuel products have a one-year limited warranty and a thirty-day money back guarantee. The TechFuel name, images, and contents of this Batteryheads listing are protected by trademarks and copyrights. Copyright ยฉ 2008 Batteryheads

HP Pavilion DV6775US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo T5450 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)

2009-01-02T09:36:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6775US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo T5450 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Black
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features in a distinctive design, the HP Pavilion dv6700 series Notebook PC delivers! Intel mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. Listen without disturbing others with the included stereo earbud headphones. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. This 6.14 lbs light notebook exists at the intersection of computing and entertainment with its 15.4" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display, innovative entertainment features and fresh design. 15.4 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen display NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS with up to 1535MB graphics memory with 256MB dedicated Built-in Webcam and microphone SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965 802.11AGN Wireless 10/100 Ethernet 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 3 USB 2.0, 2 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 TV-Out (S-Video), 1 IEEE-1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.05 (W) x 10.12 (D) x 1.69 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.14lbs

Customer Review: hp

HP Pavilion DV6725US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)

HP Pavilion Laptop PC AC Power Adapter for DV series notebooks - 100 % OEM compatible replacement
Compatible w/ PAVILION DV2000 / DV2100 / DV2200 dv6870us dv6871us dv6880se dv9640us dv9650us dv9750us dv2890nr dv6662se dv6707us dv6770se dv6785se dv6830us

Customer Review: Running on AC heats up this adapter

This was the correct adapter, and it works fine. I have noticed though that it gets VERY HOT if you are using the laptop with it plugged in (My original HP adapter is used this way everyday and doesn't do this). It charged the battery fine without heating up when the laptop was off.

HP Pavilion TX2000Z 12.1" Touch Screen TABLET NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC

2008-12-28T13:15:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion TX2000Z 12.1" Touch Screen TABLET NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC (AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core TL-64 at 2.2GHz,4GB RAM, 250GB HDD/DVD+/-RW DL/WIRELESS/FINGERPRINT READER/ CAMERA/NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150/Windows Vista Home Premium)
Product Description
PROCESSOR AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core TL-64 at 2.2GHz MEMORY 4.0GB DDR2 SDRAM (2x2048MB) HARD DRIVE 250GB SATA DISPLAY 12.1" WXGA BrightView Widescreen Display (1280 x 800) w/Integrated Touch-screen MULTIMEDIA DRIVE LightScribe Super Multi 8X DVD+/-RW w/Double Layer VIDEO GRAPHICS NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 w/ Webcam DIGITAL MEDIA 5-in-1 media card reader COMMUNICATION 802.11b/g WLAN KEYBOARD Full-Size POINTING DEVICE TouchPad with dedicated vertical & horizontal scroll pad DIMENSIONS 8.82" (L) x 12.05" (W) x 1.23" (min H)/1.52" (max H) WEIGHT 3.91 lbs. PC CARD SLOTS ExpressCard/34 slot EXTERNAL PORTS Expansion port 3 connector Integrated Consumer IR (remote control receiver) Three USB 2.0 S-video TV-out Headphones out Microphone in RJ-11 (modem) RJ-45 (LAN) VGA port SOUND Integrated Altec Lansing stereo speakers POWER Standard Lithium-Ion battery OPERATING SYSTEM Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SOFTWARE HP PhotoSmart Premier RealRhapsody Muvee AutoProducer DVD Edition with Burning Adobe Acrobat Reader Microsoft Works Microsoft Money Microsoft Windows Media Player HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent Intuit Quicken New User Edition Sonic Digital Media Plus HP QuickPlay

Customer Review: It is not a REAL tablet. Period.

I bought it directly from HP and received 30% discount to find out a week later that HP stopped producing tx1000 (hence the large discount). What they do not tell you is that this model does not have Wacom digitizer and active display. This model has a passive display,and what that means is that you would be able to write on the screen as successfully as you try to write something in you Blackberry.

When you try to write on the screen you have to apply so much pressure and the hand has to be at a certain angle. Even that did not always help me as a result I got a bunch of dots or some weird looking lines that did not resemble any letters. The pen primarily serves a function of the mouse. And also forget about trying to draw anything, it will not work the same as the writing.

The computer is loaded with HPs bloatware (as usual) and Vista is slower than XP. The comp is unable to play any games (tried Command and Conquer) due to its weak videocard. In addition the screen is very grainy though it was expected.

If you you are looking for a real tablet get yourself their new tx2000 which has Wacon Penable digitizer and an active display. That baby will allow you to write on it like on the real paper with no problems at all.

HP Pavilion DV9720US 17.0" Entertainment Laptop

2008-12-23T08:39:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9720US 17.0" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Athlon 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with desktop-replacement performance, the HP Pavilion dv9700 series Entertainment Notebook PC delivers! Dual headphone jacks and Altec Lansing audio allow you to share your entertainment. And AMD mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. Listen without disturbing others with the included stereo earbud headphones. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. This 7.7 lbs notebook delivers desktop-comparable performance with its 17.0" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display and separate numeric keypad. 17.0 diagonal WXGA+ (1440 x 900) BrightView Widescreen display NVIDIA GeForce Go 7150M (UMA) with up to 799MB shared graphics memory Built-in Webcam and microphone LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.11B/G Wireless 10/100 Ethernet 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 4 USB 2.0, 2 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 TV-Out (S-Video), 1 IEEE-1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 15.16 (W) x 11.22 (D) x 1.65 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 7.7lbs

Customer Review: WORTH THE MONEY

i bought this laptop (typing this review on it now) a few months back when it was sold my amazon.com for only $[...] and i must say it is well worth it!

it has a built in blu-ray player which works like a charm, 320 GB hard rive enough to save EVERYTHING you can possibly download. NVIDIA GeForce 8600 clear, vivid picturing and video and gaming!

believe me it is WORTH every penny!!!

HP Laptops

Hi-Capacity Li-Ion Laptop Battery for HP OmniBook XE3 Pavilion XH series

2008-12-18T09:37:00.000+07:00

Hi-Capacity Li-Ion Laptop Battery for HP OmniBook XE3 Pavilion XH series(F2024A)
Battery-Biz is a leading manufacturer and distributor of computer batteries and AC adapters. The company's goal is to provide its customer base with a comprehensive source for portable computing power products and solutions. Battery-Biz achieves this goal by delivering consistently superior product quality, an extensive product offering and unmatched customer service. This provides the platform for Battery-Biz to become a leading domestic supplier to all OEMs, master distributors and retailers of portable computing systems and products. This battery is designed for Hewlett-Packard Pavilion N5240, N5250, N3410, N5000, N3400, N3402, N5210, N5200, N5125, N5130, N5190, N5195, N5170, N5100, N5150, N5420L, N5415, N5295, N5300, N5390, N5400, N5425, N5450, N5270, N5290, N5310, N5340, XH555, XH156, XH176, XH226, XH35, XH365.

Customer Review: CHEAP TRICK

DO NOT BUY THIS BATTERY. YOU RATHER SPEND A FEW MORE BUCKS AND YOU BUY TO THE MANUFACTURER.

I BOUGHT MINE, IT WAS GONE AFTER 5 WEEKS, THEN I CONTACTED THE SELLER WHO AGREED TO SEND ME A NEW ONE, (AND I SHOULD PAY FOR S&H ABOUT 10 BUCKS )BUT I NEVER GOT IT.

AVOID YOURSELF A HEADACHE. BUY THE MANUFACTURER, IN THIS PARTICULAR CASE CHEAP IS NOT EQUAL TO QUALITY, IT IS EQUAL TO CHEAP TRICK.

I LOST MY MONEY, MY TIME AND ALL I GOT IN RETURN WAS A HEADACHE, NOT EVEN THE HONOR WORD OF A BUSSINESSMAN FROM THE SELLER.

HP Pavilion DV6770SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop

2008-12-13T08:21:00.001+07:00

Battery Technology AC Adapter for Laptop (PS-HP-DV1000)

2008-12-08T09:21:00.000+07:00

Battery Technology AC Adapter for Laptop (PS-HP-DV1000)
As a leading manufacturer of portable computer power accessories, Battery Technology is dedicated to providing innovation, reliable and affordable battery technology to generate power and functionality for notebook computers, camcorders, portable peripherals and cellular phones.This product is designed for the following HP systems:Pavilion DV1000;Pavilion DV1100;Pavilion DV1200;Pavilion DV1300;Pavilion DV1400;Pavilion DV1500;Pavilion DV1600;Pavilion DV1700;Pavilion DV5000;Pavilion DV5100;Pavilion DV5200;Pavilion ZE2000;Pavilion ZE2100;Pavilion ZE2200;Pavilion ZE2300;Pavilion ZE2400;Pavilion ZE2500;Special Edition L2000;Special Edition L2100;Special Edition L2200;Special Edition L2300.

Customer Review: It works!

I was a little nervous about ordering an off-brand adapter for my laptop, but it works just fine, and, as far as I can tell, is just as good quality as any other AC adapter. This is the second time I have had to replace the adapter, and the first time, I replaced it with HP's version, which surprisingly didn't fit as well as this one; I should have saved myself $50 and gotten this one the first time.

The only reason I'm not giving this 5 stars is because the adapter is not the one pictured. I chose this one over some cheaper ones because the part you stick into the back of the laptop is bent, which I liked, but the actual adapter is straight.

HP Pavilion DV6470US 15.4" Laptop

2008-12-03T09:26:00.003+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6470US 15.4" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Processor TL64, 2 GB RAM, 200 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
The HP Pavilion dv6470 has been designed to provide you with advanced digital entertainment solutions, as well as fast and reliable mobile computing performance. Enjoy 3D gaming and video editing with the NVIDIA GeForce Go 7200 graphics card. Watch your favorite DVDs, or create one of your own, with the 8x LightScribe Super Multi DVD burner. Movies and games look amazing on the 15.4" WXGA High-Definition Brightview Widescreen LCD. Being a widescreen, its also great for your day-to-day applications. True side-by-side multi-tasking has never been easier. See below for what else the HP Pavilion dv6470 has to offer... 2 RAM Slots NVIDIA GeForce Go 7200 with up to 559MB of shared memory (memory is taken from the main system's RAM) 200GB (4200RPM) HDD 8x Super Multi Double Layer DVD Burner with LightScribe labeling technology 15.4 WXGA High-Definition Brightview Widescreen Native Resolution - 1280 x 800 Ports - 10/100 Ethernet, 3 USB 2.0, 1 Firewire, 2 Headphone Out (1 with SPDIF Digital Audio & 1 Stereo), 1 Microphone In, 1 VGA, & 1 S-Video Out 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi Support Webcam with Integrated Microphone 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader - supports Secure Digital (SD), MultiMedia Cards (MMC), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, & xD Picture Cards 56k Fax Modem Altec Lansing Audio 1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) Unit Dimensions - 14.05 (l) x 10.12 (w) x 1.56 (h) Unit Weight - 6.8 lbs.

Customer Review: Arguably The Best Value In A Media Laptop For The Money!

Thumbs Up:

Fast processor, extreme good looks, rugged construction, HP's history of quality, price.
Thumbs Down:

Vista, 5400rpm HD, 1 gig of memory, annoying fan noise due to processor heat, HP's poor record for service.

The Bottom Line:

If you don't mind Vista, or can replace it with XP, and a fan doesn't bother you, this may well be the best value in a media laptop you'll find.
What I Think:
I've used computers for over 25 years. I've owned many laptops and this is by far the best Windows deck I've owned.
First off it's beautiful. Made well and rugged, lighter than most it's size, gorgeous bright screen, 15.4 WXGA, 160g HD. Built in 1.3 mp webcam and mic, Intel pro-wireless, 6 cell bat, and a boatload more included features. Mine also came with a Lightscribe DVD burner, HP's bootless QuickPlay software for playing the DVDs without having to use Windows.
The Hp dv6426us comes with three expansion ports, a Firewire port, three USB 2 ports, a 5-in-1 digital media reader, etc.
The only real drawback I've found on this laptop compared to all the many others I've owned is that it comes loaded with Windows Vista. This is my first Vista machine and I absolutely hate it. It totally fills the 1 gig memory the machine comes with even when idle. When something triggers the processor, it will go over 100%, no matter what the program. And the Vongo and other junk prepackaged with the machine slows it to a crawl. You'll have to rip all of that out to see the true speed this laptop really has.
Since I've had it, I've only used it for email on the road. But I plan this summer when things slow down to dump Vista and load either XP Pro or Vista Lite (an unauthorized stripped down version of Vista) onto the HP. Besides it getting a little warm on the bottom side due to the heat generated by the Intel Core Duo processor and the fans coming on and off the cool it, this is an unbelievable steal at this price.
I first saw this laptop being used by people in my line of work. This machine was showing up everywhere. So I asked each of these folks if they likes the machine and what were the main drawbacks. They all said they loved the machine and that the cons were few, mostly the warm underside and the fan noise. Some of the machines issued produce a high pitched whine, which if it's too troublesome, you can contact HP and exchange the laptop for a new (not refurbished one like Dell gets away with). At that time, it was selling for around $950.00 to $1,000.00. I just happened to see it on deep discount at Circuit City for $650.00. I grabbed the last one they had and after about nine months, I still love the deck.
It comes with the slower 5400 rpm hard drive and I may swap that out for the much faster 7200 rpm drive. And I'm definitely going to add another gig of memory. Unfortunately, this laptop has a limit of 2 gigs of memory.
It's not for gamers so if you are looking for a portable gaming machine, don't buy this one for that. But if you need an outstanding laptop for dirt cheap, this is the one to look at!
What It's Features Are:
Intel Core Duo T2450 2 GHz Processor
15.4 WXGA High-Definition BrightView Widescreen Display (1024 x 768)
160 GB 5400 rpm Hard Disc Drive
1024 mb DDR2 SDRAM memory (2 Dimm)
Intel PRO Wireless 3945 a/b/g 802 11a/b/g integrated Wireless LAN
Lightscribe Super Multi 8x DVD+/-RW Double Layer Supported
6-Cell battery
HP DVD/CD Quick Play
HP Mobile Remote Control
5-in-1 Digital Media Card Slot
ExpressCard/54 PC Expansion Card Slot
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with shared graphics memory
Windows Vista Home Premium OS
1.3mp Integrated Webcam
Integrated microphone
Mobile Stereo Earbud Headphones
Expansion Port 3
What I Like:
I love the styling. It's smart and professional looking and has lots of sex appeal too. The machine is built rugged and feels like it will take some abuse. It's easy to use. The buttons are well lit and marked and the keyboard feels good to the fingers, though some say it's a bit springy. Though only an XGA, the screen is bright, clear and easy to read with vibrant colors. The integrated sound is good enough for listening to mp3s and web radio on the road. I've not had the bottom panels off yet so I can't comment on easy of using the expansion ports or changing out memory. The DVD burner is easy to use with the enclosed cheapo burning software. I would recommend you replace it with what you are used to using to burn CDs and DVDs. Once you uninstall all of the garbage out of the machine and cheap unnecessary programs that try to load at boot time, this machine flies with speed. Even though it's not a feather weight (around 6 and a half pounds), it's very totable and can even be used on your lap.
What I Don't Like:
VISTA! Sorry but this is a terrible OS. Windows really shot itself in the foot with this. I've not talked to one person since this came out who likes it, even a little. Sure the graphics are cute, but you don't buy a computer for animated Mac style graphics. The new built in high security system is a joke. What it is is merely a series of questions when you click a button. It's like this:
Operator: Clicked a button to do something
Windows Security: Are you sure you wanted to do that?
Operator: Yes, click
Windows Security: Are you REALLY sure you wanted to do that?
Operator: YES! Click
Windows Security: Windows Security thinks this is an unauthorized attempt to access this computer. Access denied
Operator: BUT I'M THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THIS COMPUTER!!!
And this happens for every single thing you try to do in Vista. So you end up turning the High Security system off. Which right there tells you how secure it is. When I got this laptop and started immediately having trouble with Vista, I went online and found numerous blogs and articles saying the same thing. And there are no fixes for just being a big, poorly written, bloated operating system. What these IT experts did was either use Vista Lite, a stripped down version of Vista, or wipe the whole hard drive clean and "upgrade" to Windows XP Pro, which is what I use on my desktop and really love. That's probably what I will do when I get the chance.
Also, the HP Quick Play buttons are very easy to accidently activate and then it's a pain to get out of that program quickly.
And look out for the wireless activation button on the front. Grab the computer wrong and it turns off and you'll forget to check that as the problem.
This computer comes with the Intel Core Duo processor. This is not the same as the Core 2 Duo, which runs a lot cooler than the Core Duo. So what that means is more internal heat which will eventually affect the components and may shorten their lifespan. But the main affect is a very warm bottom on the computer which can get uncomfortable if you sit it for long periods of time on your legs or lap. It won't burn you but it does get warm. The second result is fans. There are several, including a pretty soft one that stays on all the time. When you start running multiple programs, especially graphic intensive ones, or have multiple windows open, the fans come on and at their extreme, they really scream. If there is anything I would label a design flaw with this machine, it would be this heat issue and the fan noise. But for me, it's a minor annoyance for what I use this laptop for.
My Conclusions:
All in all, I love this laptop computer. It's exactly what I was looking for with a cross of the high end media features and the zip of a gaming machine, plus the simplicity of a standard use notebook. If you consider buying this computer, before you load it up with software and programs, give yourself a break-in period to see if you will be happy with Vista. Most folks aren't but most also are not up to the task of replacing their operating system from scratch, and then reloading all the software and programs back into the machine, and then trouble shooting the new installation looking for drivers for the hardware that may not be supported automatically by XP. An option is to have the store where you buy it do that swap out for you. Know this, that they will charge you to reload your computer, AND you will have to pay for the other OS. Most non-professionals just tough out Vista and all of it's problems. If you keep it, you'll definitely need to replace the memory with two new sticks of 1gig high speed RAM. That's around another $200.00 to do that since the 1gig that comes with the machine is really two sticks of 500megs so you won't be able to use it. You could then always sell the 1gig on eBay.
Good luck!

HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer

2008-11-28T09:22:00.001+07:00

HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer - Intel Core 2 Duo T5270 1.4GHz, 802.11a/b/g Wireless, 2GB DDR2, 160GB HDD, Dual Layer DVD RW, 15.4" WXGA, Windows Vista Home Basic
HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer Today's professionals on the move demand superior performance and portability from their laptops. They need a full-featured machine that allows them to be highly productive - without missing a beat - no matter where their travels take them. The HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer offers powerful dual-core computing in a compact, lightweight design, making it the perfect choice for mobile professionals. Furthermore, it runs on the Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic operating system. When it's time to relax and have fun, the HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer gives you a variety of multimedia entertainment options to enjoy while you're taking a break from work. This streamlined, 5.5-pound powerhouse boasts a 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5270 processor with a 2MB L2 cache and 800MHz FSB, and features 2GB of DDR2 memory, a 160GB 5400rpm SATA hard drive, and a Dual Layer DVD+/-RW LightScribe Drive. And the HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer offers 802.11 a/b/g wireless technology to keep you connected from nearly everywhere on the globe. Other outstanding features include a high-resolution 15.4-inch WXGA screen.

HP Pavilion DV9750US 17" Laptop

2008-11-23T08:46:00.002+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9750US 17" Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 500 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Black
Balance your need for productivity with great multimedia performance with the HP Pavilion dv9750us notebook PC, which features an amazingly bright, widescreen 17-inch BrightView display--perfect for multitasking between document windows and watching movies in their native aspect ratio. This notebook is a multimedia workhorse, incorporates a Blu-ray drive that's compatible with the new high-definition DVD disc format as well as including an ExpressCard TV tuner that's compatible with both NTSC (standard) and ATSC (high definition) signals. Enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included remote control, which stores conveniently in the ExpressCard slot.

It also has an integrated 1.3-megapixel WebCam (and integrated microphone), enabling easy video conferencing via VoIP and video IM chats. This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with the Radiance pattern of concentric waves, as well as a subtle blue backlit media control panel that responds to the slightest touch.

This notebook is powered by the 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power--so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. Other hardware features include dual 160 GB hard drives, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), dual-layer DVDยฑRW drive (which also burns CDs), an integrated Nvidia GeForce 8600M GS video/graphics card with up to 1791 MB of total allocated video memory, quad-mode Wi-Fi LAN (802.11a/b/g/n), and multi-format memory card reader.

This laptop also comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, which includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you'll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.

The Basics

Processor: The Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 processor has a 2.0 GHz processor speed, super-fast 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and a large 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
The Intel Core 2 Duo processor has two computational execution cores in a single processor, providing greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. Some of the advanced Intel innovations of the Core 2 Duo processor include:
- Smart Memory Access: Improves system performance by hiding memory latency, thus optimizing the use of available computer data bandwidth to provide data to the processor when and where it is needed.
- Advanced Digital Media Boost: Effectively doubles the execution speed for instructions used widely in multimedia and graphics applications.
- Dynamic Power Coordination: Coordinates Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and idle power-management state (C-states) transitions independently per core to help save power.
- Deeper Sleep with Dynamic Cache Sizing: Saves power by flushing cache data to system memory during periods of inactivity to lower CPU voltage.
Hard Drive: This system offers a total of 500 GB of hard disk drive space from two 250 GB drives (5400 RPM). These Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives also quicken the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
Memory: This notebook comes installed with 3 GB of RAM (DDR2), which helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. It has a 4 GB RAM capacity.
DVD/CD Drive: This HP notebook is capable of playing back Blu-ray Disc movies in stunning clarity, as well as playing your current library of purchased and burned disc content. It also incorporates a DVDยฑRW writer that can also burn CDs, which is compatible with dual-layer (DL) discs that can hold up to 8.5 GB of data.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard (with integrated numeric keypad) and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
The 17-inch WXGA+ high-definition BrightView widescreen (1440 x 900 resolution) provides a 45 percent larger picture for DVD movies than a 15-inch screen. Video is powered by the integrated Nvidia GeForce 8600M GS graphics/video card, which provides up to 1791 MB of total graphics memory as allocated by Windows Vista (512 MB dedicated RAM) for unmatched HD video performance on a notebook PC. With support for Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 and High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDR), it lets you rip through all of today's most advanced and cutting-edge games and applications. Experience real-time photo editing, or immerse yourself in the most complex, true-to-life gaming environments.

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with this notebook's integrated quad-mode Wi-Fi chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (replacing the PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. You get a very good offering of connectivity options, which does include super-fast USB 2.0 and FireWire:

4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
1 HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable)
Analog video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)
2 headphone jacks, 1 microphone jack
1 Expansion Port 3 connector (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
1 IR receiver
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
56K modem (V.90)

Operating System
Windows Vista Home Premium is the operating system for users with advanced computer needs, and it includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center for watching DVD movies and accessing your digital audio library. You can also use Windows Media Center to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV) and to access new kinds of online entertainment content. Computers that include Windows Vista Home Premium and an auxiliary Windows SideShow display will also allow you to access key data even when your computer is off. It is also easier than ever to share files between other PCs in your household and to manage your laptop computer settings to more securely connect via Wi-Fi.

Every edition of Windows Vista provides the essential tools and technologies to help protect you whether you are browsing the Internet, connecting to a wireless network, or just reading e-mail. All editions of Windows Vista include new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures long before you have lost any important personal data. And, all Windows Vista editions include parental control features that allow you to manage and monitor your family's use of games, the Internet, instant messaging, and other activities.

Preloaded Software
Symantec Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 days of complimentary live update), HP PhotoSmart Essential, Muvee autoProducer, Cyberlink DVD Suite, Microsoft Works 9, Microsoft Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition (60-day trial)

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 15.16 x 11.22 x 1.65 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 7.7 pounds.

Power
It's powered by a 8-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2.5 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv9750us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, ExpressCard TV tuner, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Reduce your impact on the environment with this Energy Star-certified system and HP's innovative take-back options, including trade-in, recycling and donation.

Customer Review: WORTH THE MONEY

i bought this laptop (typing this review on it now) a few months back when it was sold my amazon.com for only $[...] and i must say it is well worth it!
it has a built in blu-ray player which works like a charm, 320 GB hard rive enough to save EVERYTHING you can possibly download. NVIDIA GeForce 8600 clear, vivid picturing and video and gaming!
believe me it is WORTH every penny!!!

HP Pavilion TX1000Z 12.1 NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC

2008-11-18T09:09:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion TX1000Z 12.1 NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC (AMD Turion 64 X2 Duo Core TL-62 2.1GHz, 4GB RAM, 250GB HDD/DVD+/-R/RW DL/WIRELESS/BLUETOOTH/ NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 w/webcam/ Fingerprint Reader/Windows Vista Home Premium)
Product Description
PROCESSOR AMD Turion 64 X2 Mobile TL-62 (2.1GHz/1MB) MEMORY 4.0GB DDR2 SDRAM HARD DRIVE 250 GB 5400 RPM SATA DISPLAY 12.1" WXGA BrightView MULTIMEDIA DRIVE Super Multi 8X DVD+/-R/RW w/Double Layer Support VIDEO GRAPHICS NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 DIGITAL MEDIA 5-in-1 media card reader COMMUNICATION 802.11b/g WLAN KEYBOARD Full-Size POINTING DEVICE TouchPad with dedicated vertical & horizontal scroll pad DIMENSIONS 8.82" (L) x 12.05" (W) x 1.23" (min H)/1.52" (max H) WEIGHT 3.91 lbs. PC CARD SLOTS ExpressCard/34 slot EXTERNAL PORTS Expansion port 3 connector Integrated Consumer IR (remote control receiver) Three USB 2.0 S-video TV-out Headphones out Microphone in RJ-11 (modem) RJ-45 (LAN) VGA port SOUND Integrated Altec Lansing stereo speakers POWER Standard Lithium-Ion battery OPERATING SYSTEM Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SOFTWARE HP PhotoSmart Premier RealRhapsody Muvee AutoProducer DVD Edition with Burning Adobe Acrobat Reader Microsoft Works Microsoft Money Microsoft Windows Media Player HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent Intuit Quicken New User Edition Sonic Digital Media Plus HP QuickPlay

HP Pavilion DV9620US 17" Entertainment Laptop

2008-11-13T08:38:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9620US 17" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 Processor TL-58, 2 GB RAM, 240 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
The HP Pavilion DV9620US Notebook PC delivers with dual headphone jacks and Altec Lansing audio to share your entertainment. Listen without disturbing others with included stereo earbud headphones. Control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the system ExpressCard slot for convenience. HP QuickPlay provides access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, karaoke, streamed or recorded TV at the touch of a button. Add music to your slide shows or videos with drag-and-drop functionality. This 7.7-pound light notebook delivers desktop-comparable performance with its 17.0" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display and separate numeric keypad. AMD mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing and DVD burning while playing a game. Create personalized, silkscreen-quality DVD and CD labels with LightScribe Super Multi 8x DVD+-RW with Double Layer Support Chat face-to-face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Integrated Microphone. 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro or xD Picture cards 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm), Max 4GB 120GB +120GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive 802.11b/g WLAN Integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector) Network Card PC Card Slots - 1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) Security - Kensington MicroSaver lock slot, Power-on password&Accepts 3rd party security lock devices Power - 65W AC Adapter&8-Cell Lithium-Ion battery Ports - 4x Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0, 2x Headphone out, microphone-in, VGA (15-pin), TV-Out (S-video), RJ-11 (modem), RJ -45 (LAN), notebook expansion port 3, IEEE 1394 Firewire (4-pin)&Consumer IR Operating System - Windows Vista Home Premium Dimensions - Length 15.16 x Width 11.22 x Height 1.65 Weight - 7.7 pounds

Customer Review: Disappointed with the video card

I recently purchased a similar (but slightly different model) HP Pavilion laptop which performs great for games, and I wanted another one for multiplayer gaming. Unfortunately I couldn't get that model, so I purchased this one instead.
It turns out that the video card in this particular model sucks. Windows Vista reports gaming performance 2.5, as compared to more than 4 in the other machine. Consequentially, gaming graphics aren't nearly as nice on this machine as the one I purchased earlier.
The laptop works fine otherwise, but the graphics really suck for playing games. To avoid such unpleasant surprises, it would be very nice if Amazon included Windows Vista performance metrics in laptop descriptions in the future.

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion DV6675US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop Review

2008-11-08T09:35:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6675US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7250, 4 GB RAM, 250 Hard Drive, Vista Ultimate)
HP innovation is most visible in its breakthrough notebook PC designs that truly integrate fashion and technology for today's mobile, digital lifestyle. High-gloss HP Imprint finish encases the elegant, curvilinear form and is more durable than traditional painted surfaces. It features a subtle HP-exclusive Radiance pattern that captures the emerging trend towards ornamental design. Building on the original design of concentric waves, Radiance is an ornate mixture of ripples on a sea of radial lines speaking to the fluid way we've come to live and connect. Encouraging more direct interaction, the backlit media control panel responds to the touch or sweep of a finger.HP QuickPlay provides access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, karaoke, streamed or recorded TV - and now games - at the touch of a button. Watch DVD movies on the full screen using simple media controls. Add music to your slide shows or videos with drag-and-drop functionality. Stream, watch live and record TV. Throw an impromptu karaoke party or play preinstalled games from leading brands. It's time to play!For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features, the HP Pavilion dv6600 series Entertainment Notebook PC delivers!

Customer Review: Expensive & Non-durable

I hate writing bad reviews for products that i own. Unfortunately i would like to share my experience with this laptop. At first few months it was ok, but after 5 months of hardly using, one time it just stop working and it wont charge. So i sent it to local HP tech and they told me that it a motherboard problem and they need to change it. This time it was still under warranty so i didn't need to pay any bucks. but after 4 months which the warranty of the HP expired again it stopped working and same problem was diagnose and now i have to pay for $500 just to fix and replace the motherboard again. I have 4 different laptop and 2 of them are HP, but this model isn't that good enough to last.

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion DV6662SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop Review

2008-11-03T09:24:00.002+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6662SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5250, 2 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability, coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features in a distinctive design, the HP Pavilion dv6600 series Entertainment Notebook PC delivers. A high-gloss HP Imprint finish encases the elegant, curvilinear form and is more durable than traditional painted surfaces. Encouraging more direct interaction, the backlit media control panel responds to the touch or sweep of a finger. HP QuickPlay provides access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, karaoke, streamed or recorded TV, at the touch of a button. Control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the system ExpressCard slot for convenience. Listen without disturbing others with included stereo earbuds. Dual headphone jacks with Altec Lansing audio help you to share and enjoy your entertainment. Intel mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Turn your next instant message into a live video chat with the integrated webcam and omnidirectional microphone. It's great for capturing short videos or photos to e-mail to friends even in low-light environments. 250GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA) Security - Kensington MicroSaver lock slot, Power-on password and Accepts 3rd party security lock devices 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro or xD Picture cards Ports - 3x Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0, 2x Headphone out, 1x microphone-in, 1x VGA (15-pin), 1x TV-Out (S-video), 1x RJ-11 (modem), 1x RJ -45 (LAN), 1x notebook expansion port 3, 1 IEEE 1394 Firewire (4-pin) and 1x Consumer IR Operating System - Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium Dimensions - Length 14.05 x Width 10.12 x Height 1-1.69 Weight - 6.14 pounds

Customer Review: Expensive & Non-durable

I hate writing bad reviews for products that i own. Unfortunately i would like to share my experience with this laptop. At first few months it was ok, but after 5 months of hardly using, one time it just stop working and it wont charge. So i sent it to local HP tech and they told me that it a motherboard problem and they need to change it. This time it was still under warranty so i didn't need to pay any bucks. but after 4 months which the warranty of the HP expired again it stopped working and same problem was diagnose and now i have to pay for $500 just to fix and replace the motherboard again. I have 4 different laptop and 2 of them are HP, but this model isn't that good enough to last.

HP Pavilion DV9500T 17" NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC

2008-10-30T11:50:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9500T 17" NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC (Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 at 2.2GHz/4MB L2 Cache, 4GB RAM, 320GB DUAL HDD/DVD+/-RW DL/802.11N WIFI/ Fingerprint Reader, 1023MB NVIDIA GeForce 8600M w/Webcam/Vista Home Premium)
New OEM. Product Description
PROCESSOR Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 (2.20GHz/4MB L2 Cache) MEMORY 4GB DDR2 SDRAM HARD DRIVE 320 GB 5400 RPM SATA Dual HDD (160 GB x 2) DISPLAY 17.0" WXGA BrightView Wide Viewing (1440x900) MULTIMEDIA DRIVE LightScribe Super Multi 8X DVD+/-RW w/Double Layer VIDEO GRAPHICS NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GS w/ Webcam DIGITAL MEDIA 5-in-1 media card reader COMMUNICATION 802.11b/g WLAN KEYBOARD Full-Size with Number Pad POINTING DEVICE Touchpad with dedicated vertical scroll up/down pad SECURITY DIMENSIONS 15.16" (L) x 11.65" (W) x 1.57" (H) WEIGHT 7.7 lbs. PC CARD SLOTS ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) EXTERNAL PORTS Expansion Port 3 connector Four USB 2.0 IEEE 1394 Firewire port S-video TV-out Integrated Consumer IR (remote control receiver) Two headphones out Microphone in RJ-11 (modem) RJ-45 (LAN) VGA port SOUND Integrated Altec Lansing stereo speakers POWER Standard Lithium-Ion battery OPERATING SYSTEM Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SOFTWARE HP PhotoSmart Premier RealRhapsody Muvee AutoProducer DVD Edition with Burning Adobe Acrobat Reader Microsoft Works Microsoft Money Microsoft Windows Media Player HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent Intuit Quicken New User Edition Sonic Digital Media Plus HP QuickPlay

Customer Review: Excellent laptop

Exellent laptop with a dedicated graphics card, twin drives and plenty of memory. I have loaded this laptop up for use with my job, and yet it is an excellent gamer for downtime during business trips.

Plenty of features, full size keyboard with a separate numeric pad.

I highly recommend it.

HP Laptops

Buy Cheap HP Pavilion TX2000Z 12.1" TOUCH-SCREEN Tablet NOTEBOOK LAPTOP

2008-10-24T09:29:00.002+07:00

HP Pavilion TX2000Z 12.1" TOUCH-SCREEN Tablet NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC (AMD Turion 64 X2 DUAL-CORE TL-62 2.1 GHz, 4GB RAM, 250GB HDD/DVD+/-RW DL/Wireless/Bluetooth/Camera/Finger Print Reader/Vista Home Premium)
PROCESSOR AMD Turion 64 X2 Mobile Gold Edition TL-62 (2.1 GHz/1MB) MEMORY 4GB DDR2 SDRAM, HARD DRIVE 250 GB SATA DISPLAY 12.1" WXGA (1280x800) BrightView w/Integrated Touch-screen. MULTIMEDIA DRIVE LightScribe Super Multi 8X DVD+/-RW w/Double Layer. VIDEO GRAPHICS NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 w/ Webcam DIGITAL MEDIA 5-in-1 media card reader COMMUNICATION: Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN and Bluetooth KEYBOARD Full-Size POINTING DEVICE TouchPad with dedicated vertical & horizontal scroll pad DIMENSIONS 8.82" (L) x 12.05" (W) x 1.23" (min H)/1.52" (max H) WEIGHT 4.26 lbs. PC CARD SLOTS ExpressCard/34 slot EXTERNAL PORTS Expansion port 3 connector Integrated Consumer IR (remote control receiver) Three USB 2.0 S-video TV-out Headphones out Microphone in RJ-11 (modem) RJ-45 (LAN) VGA port SOUND Integrated Altec Lansing stereo speakers POWER Standard Lithium-Ion battery OPERATING SYSTEM Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium. SOFTWARE: HP PhotoSmart Essentials, Muvee AutoProducer Basic Edition 6.x (with 20-day-trial full version), Adobe Reader 8.x, Microsoft Works 9.0, Microsoft Windows Media Player 11, HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent, Cyberlink DVD Suite, Sling Player from Slingbox, the Sims Life Stories laptop edition, Slingbox Flash Tour (Desktop icon only), HP Quickplay, Corel Painter Essentials 3

HP Laptops
Tags : laptop , Computer

Buy Cheap HP Pavilion DV6605US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Athlon 64 Processor TK-55, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive,

2008-10-19T13:07:00.002+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6605US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Athlon 64 Processor TK-55, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
Designed for fast access to your entire entertainment library, the HP Pavilion dv6605us notebook PC is a great choice for both families and business travelers on the go. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and you'll enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the Express card slot. Easily manage your digital photo library and share with friends and family using the included HP Photosmart Premier software. This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with an inlaid wave design.

It's powered by the 64-bit 1.8 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 TK-55 processor, which allows you to easily run multiple programs without slowing down your productivity. This notebook also features a 160 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), built-in 54g Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11b/g), 8x multi-format/dual-layer DVD+/-RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, and NVIDIA GeForce Go 7150 video/graphics card with up to 287 MB of shared video memory.

It comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, which includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you'll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.

The Basics

Processor: The 1.8 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 TK-55 processor offers a dual-core architecture, which delivers additional computing resources to help expand your PC's capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing--increasing your performance by up to 80 percent. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly thanks to the innovative Direct Connect Architecture. And it's designed to handle simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. You'll enjoy long battery life thanks to the AMD PowerNow! power management technology, which delivers performance on demand and can extend system battery life up to 65 percent. And the AMD Digital Media XPress technology delivers stellar multimedia performance and playback on digital entertainment such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.
Each processing core has a 256 KB L2 cache (for a 512 KB total), and this processor can deliver up to a 1600 MHz system bus for lightning quick computing reflexes. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
Hard Drive: The 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM) offers enough to room to hold a digital audio library of over 26,000 songs and still have room left over for movies, games, and a large collection of software. This Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
Memory: The 1 GB of installed RAM (2 x 512 MB DDR2) is a good start, but you'll want to add more RAM to handle today's demanding multimedia and productivity suites. It provides two DIMM slots and has a 4 GB maximum RAM capacity. To receive the faster data transfer benefits of the dual-channel DDR2 RAM, any RAM additions require memory modules of same capacity and clockspeed.
DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.
This LightScribe DVD+/-RW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
You'll enjoy razor-sharp graphics and widescreen movies with the 15.4-inch WXGA high-definition screen, which displays an 18 percent larger picture than standard 15-inch screens and offers up to an 18 percent improvement in contrast ratio. It has a widescreen resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels--perfect for watching DVD movies the way they were meant to be seen. Video is powered by the integrated NVidia GeForce Go 7150 graphics/video card, which provides up to 287 MB of video memory shared with the system memory. It features NVidia's PureVideo technology--which provides great picture clarity, smooth video, accurate color, and precise image scaling for video content--and full support for Microsoft DirectX 9.0 for stunningly realistic cinematic effects for all DirectX-compatible applications.

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's fully compatible with 802.11b/g wireless networks. It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (though no standard PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. You get a good offering of connectivity options:

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
1 VGA monitor port
1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV
1 ExpressCard 54/34
2 headphone jacks and 1 microphone jack
1 notebook expansion port 3 (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
1 consumer IR (infrared)
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)

It also has an integrated 56K modem (V.90) and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Preloaded Software
Includes Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition (60-day trial), Muvee Autoproducer Basic Edition, Roxio Creator 9 Basic, PC Recovery, HP PhotoSmart Essentials, and Symantec Norton Internet Security 2007 (with 60 days of Live Update).

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 14.05 x 10.12 x 1.69 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 6.14 pounds.

Power
This notebook is powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers up to 2 hours of battery life (dependent upon computing conditions).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv6605us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Customer Review: Expensive & Non-durable

I hate writing bad reviews for products that i own. Unfortunately i would like to share my experience with this laptop. At first few months it was ok, but after 5 months of hardly using, one time it just stop working and it wont charge. So i sent it to local HP tech and they told me that it a motherboard problem and they need to change it. This time it was still under warranty so i didn't need to pay any bucks. but after 4 months which the warranty of the HP expired again it stopped working and same problem was diagnose and now i have to pay for $500 just to fix and replace the motherboard again. I have 4 different laptop and 2 of them are HP, but this model isn't that good enough to last.

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion TX1000Z 12.1" Touch-Screen TABLET NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC

2008-10-14T09:50:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion TX1000Z 12.1" Touch-Screen TABLET NOTEBOOK LAPTOP PC (AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core TL-58 1.9GHz, 2GM RAM, 160GB HDD/DVD+/-R/RW DL/WIRELESS/CAMERA/Windows Vista Home Premium)
Product Description
PROCESSOR AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core TL-58 (1.9GHz/1MB) MEMORY 2.0GB DDR2 SDRAM (2x1024MB) HARD DRIVE 160 GB 5400 RPM SATA DISPLAY 12.1" WXGA BrightView Widescreen Display (1280 x 800) w/Integrated Touch-screen MULTIMEDIA DRIVE Super Multi 8X DVD+/-R/RW w/Double Layer Support VIDEO GRAPHICS NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 w/ Webcam DIGITAL MEDIA 5-in-1 media card reader COMMUNICATION 802.11b/g WLAN and KEYBOARD Full-Size POINTING DEVICE TouchPad with dedicated vertical & horizontal scroll pad DIMENSIONS 8.82" (L) x 12.05" (W) x 1.23" (min H)/1.52" (max H) WEIGHT 3.91 lbs. PC CARD SLOTS ExpressCard/34 slot EXTERNAL PORTS Expansion port 3 connector Integrated Consumer IR (remote control receiver) Three USB 2.0 S-video TV-out Headphones out Microphone in RJ-11 (modem) RJ-45 (LAN) VGA port SOUND Integrated Altec Lansing stereo speakers POWER Standard Lithium-Ion battery OPERATING SYSTEM Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SOFTWARE HP PhotoSmart Premier RealRhapsody Muvee AutoProducer DVD Edition with Burning Adobe Acrobat Reader Microsoft Works Microsoft Money Microsoft Windows Media Player HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent Intuit Quicken New User Edition Sonic Digital Media Plus HP QuickPlay

Cheap HP Secondary Travel Battery laptop battery

2008-10-09T09:51:00.000+07:00

HP Secondary Travel Battery laptop battery ( PB993UT )
Information technology professionals rely on HP quality to ensure maximum productivity. As the power of applications, processors, memory adapters and storage devices increases, high-end computer users are seeking ways to optimize their system performance. HP provides leading solutions, adding new levels of performance, availability, flexibility, and management.

Customer Review: HP 8430 Laptop Extra Battery

Shipping and price were Amazon fast and friendly. No surprises. The battery works great but adds more weight to an already heavy laptop.

No complaints.

HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer

2008-10-04T09:37:00.000+07:00

HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer - Intel Celeron M 550 2.0GHz, 802.11b/g Wireless, 2GB DDR2, 160GB HDD, Dual Layer DVD RW, 15.4" WXGA, Windows Vista Home Basic
HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer Today's professionals on the move demand superior performance and portability from their laptops. They need a full-featured machine that allows them to be highly productive - without missing a beat - no matter where their travels take them. The HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer offers powerful computing in a compact, lightweight design, making it the perfect choice for business pros. Furthermore, it runs on the Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic operating system. When it's time to relax and have fun, the HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer gives you a variety of multimedia entertainment options to enjoy while you're taking a break from work. This streamlined, 5.5-pound powerhouse boasts a 2.0GHz Intel Celeron M 550 processor with 1MB L2 cache and 533MHz FSB, and features 2GB of DDR2 memory, a 160GB S-ATA hard drive, and a Dual Layer DVD+/-RW LightScribe Drive. And the HP Compaq 6720s Laptop Computer offers 802.11b/g wireless technology to keep you connected from nearly everywhere on the globe. Other outstanding features include a high-resolution 15.4-inch WXGA widescreen display.

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion DV2810US 14.1" Laptop

2008-09-30T08:31:00.003+07:00

HP Pavilion DV2810US 14.1" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
Built for today's multimedia-savvy, always on-the-go computer user, the entertainment-centric HP Pavilion dv2810us notebook PC provides quick access to your digital audio and video library wherever you roam. Weighing in at 5.25 pounds, it travels easily and it provides a cool, modern look with its subtle HP-exclusive Radiance pattern of concentric waves. Encouraging more direct interaction, the backlit media control panel responds to the touch or sweep of a finger. Latch-free, the mechanical closure, unique speaker grill pattern, and color-saturated LED indicator lights further enhance this sophisticated design. It offers a widescreen, BrightView 14.1-inch display, which provides improved viewing in direct sunlight. Control settings for audio and video playback from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the PC card slot. Enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process).

Optimized for mobile performance, it's powered by the 2.0 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-60 dual-core processor, which offers 64-bit computing capability and higher throughput for simultaneous computing tasks. Other features include a 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), 54g Wi-Fi LAN (802.11b/g), multi-format/dual-layer LightScribe DVD drive (which can also burn CDs), Nvidia GeForce Go 7150M video card with up to 1071 MB of total available video memory, multi-format memory card reader, integrated Webcam for easy video conferencing, and Bluetooth wireless connectivity to your peripherals and communication headsets.

It comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1), which includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you'll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.

The Basics

Processor: The 2.0 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-60 processor offers a dual-core architecture, which delivers additional computing resources to help expand your PCรข€™s capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing--increasing your performance by up to 80 percent. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly thanks to the innovative Direct Connect Architecture. And it's designed to handle simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. You'll enjoy long battery life thanks to the AMD PowerNow! power management technology, which delivers performance on demand and can extend system battery life up to 65 percent. And the AMD Digital Media XPress technology delivers stellar multimedia performance and playback on digital entertainment such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.
Each processing core has a 512 KB L2 cache (for a 1 MB total), and this processor can deliver up to a 1600 MHz system bus for lightning quick computing reflexes. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
Hard Drive: The extra-large 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) provides more than enough capacity for storing a large audio and video library, as well as extra space required for video editing. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to Firewire and USB 2.0.
Memory: The 3 GB of installed RAM (PC5300, 1 x 2 GB, 2 x 1 GB) helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. It also offers a top-of-class 667 MHz speed. This notebook has a 4 GB maximum RAM capacity (2 x 2 GB). To receive the faster data transfer benefits of the dual-channel DDR2 RAM, any RAM additions require memory modules of same capacity and clockspeed.
DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.
This LightScribe DVDยฑRW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
While this notebook is actually as wide as standard 15-inch displays, the high-definition, widescreen 14.1-inch display (1280 x 800-pixel resolution) has the same form factor as a 12-inch screen--taking up less space on your desk. Video is powered by the integrated Nvidia GeForce Go 7150M graphics/video card, which provides up to 1071 MB of total graphics memory as allocated by Windows Vista. It features NVidia's PureVideo technology--which provides great picture clarity, smooth video, accurate color, and precise image scaling for video content--and full support for Microsoft DirectX 9.0 for stunningly realistic cinematic effects for all DirectX-compatible applications.

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's fully compatible with 802.11b/g wireless networks. You'll enjoy wireless connectivity to a wide range of peripherals with the built-in Bluetooth. It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (replacing the PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. It comes with the following external connectors:

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
Video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
1 ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)
2 headphone jacks
1 microphone jack
1 Expansion Port 3 connector (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
1 IR receiver
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
10/100 Ethernet
56K modem (V.90)

Preloaded Software
Includes Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office 2007 Student and Teacher Edition (60-day trial), Muvee Autoproducer, Cyberlink DVD Suite, PC Recovery, HP PhotoSmart Essentials, and Symantec Norton Internet Security 2008 (with 60 days of Live Update).

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook PC measures 13.15 x 9.33 x 1.54 inches and weighs 5.25 pounds.

Power
It's powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 3 hours (depending on usage).

Customer Review: Great value at discounted price + rebate

At the discounted price of $900 as of mid-June + the $50 rebate, this laptop was a great value, and still is at $1000, though I would recommend waiting a bit for another HP discount to pop up this summer. The design and structure of the laptop and very slick and hip. This laptop was built and is marketed for entertainment, so I would recommend it for any families or students. 4GB of RAM is a nice boost to system performance, and the 250GB (219GB usable disk space after partition + OS) should be plenty for most users, but if not, fast external storage is getting pretty cheap these days. The screen is fantastic and the quad-band (?) is plenty fast. Overall, its a great machine with high performance for most entertainment applications. If you can snatch it for $900 or less, depending upon what rebates/coupons HP throws out there, it's a fantastic value.

IBM USB Portable Diskette Floppy Drive for IBM Dell Sony Hp Laptop

2008-09-24T10:51:00.000+07:00

IBM USB Portable Diskette Floppy Drive for IBM Dell Sony Hp Laptop/pc
This super-slim, lightweight, sturdy, and attractive USB-attached diskette drive takes its power requirements from the USB port. No external power adapter is required making this diskette drive fully mobile. The USB Portable Diskette Drive reads and writes 1.44MB diskette media and 720KB. Industry standard USB connectivity offers convenient connectivity to the most laptops and desktops with a functional USB port. USB plug and play connectivity - Convenient access and installation via the USB port found on most current laptops & desktop - Low power requirements - Required power comes from USB port so no external power is required offering complete mobility while traveling or away from power outlets - Extremely small form factor - Lightweight and small footprint for improved mobility and space requirements

Customer Review: Great drive

This IBM USB floppy drive is just what I needed for my new Acer laptop. Performs great under Windows Vista.

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion TX1410US 12.1" Laptop

2008-09-19T20:16:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion TX1410US 12.1" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-64 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Wave
For multimedia mavens on the go, the HP Pavilion tx1410us tablet PC is light enough to take anywhere and is a great resource for showing presentations thanks to its 180-degree swiveling 12.1-inch touchscreen display. Weighing just 4.2 pounds, the tx1410us (with its 12.1-inch screen) delivers the same screen resolution and performance as a 15.4-inch notebook, but weighs over 2 pounds less. This stylish notebook introduces HP Imprint--a durable high gloss finish with an exclusive inlaid design that also incorporates touch-sensitive media controls for easy and quick access.

Protect your system and online accounts with your unique fingerprint for advanced security and peace of mind. The integrated 1.3-megapixel WebCam (and integrated microphone) provides easy video conferencing via VoIP and video IM chats. Optimized for mobile performance, it's powered by the 2.2 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-64 dual-core processor, which offers 64-bit computing capability and higher throughput for simultaneous computing tasks. Other features include a 250 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), quad-mode Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth connectivity, multi-format/dual-layer LightScribe DVD+/-RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 video/graphics card with 559 MB of shared video RAM, and Gigabit Ethernet.

The Basics

Processor: The 2.2 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-64 processor offers a dual-core architecture, which delivers additional computing resources to help expand your PC's capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing--increasing your performance by up to 80 percent. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly thanks to the innovative Direct Connect Architecture. And it's designed to handle simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. You'll enjoy long battery life thanks to the AMD PowerNow! power management technology, which delivers performance on demand and can extend system battery life up to 65 percent. And the AMD Digital Media XPress technology delivers stellar multimedia performance and playback on digital entertainment such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.
Each processing core has a 512 KB L2 cache (for a 1 MB total), and this processor can deliver up to a 1600 MHz system bus for lightning quick computing reflexes. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
Hard Drive: The 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive is more than double the average size for notebook PCs, and it offers a fast 5400 RPM disk speed--an improvement over other notebooks with extra-large hard drives. It provides more than enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and video editing software. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
Memory: The 2 GB of installed RAM (2 x 1024 MB DDR2) is an excellent start, but this notebook's two DIMM slots have a maximum 4 GB RAM capacity--perfect for high-end video editing and 3-D gaming.
DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.
This LightScribe DVDยฑRW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).
Integrated Fingerprint Reader: A fingerprint reader offers advanced security by using fingerprints instead of standard passwords to access online accounts, such as banks and e-mail. To set up access, each fingerprint is associated with a password through Verisoft Access Manager. Verisoft Single Sign On (SSO) stores user names and passwords to an unlimited number of sites and automatically enters logon credentials. If more than one person uses the notebook PC, each can use a fingerprint to logon to a computer user account and access preset preferences and files.

Screen, Video & Audio
The 12.1-inch LCD screen can swivel 180 degrees, providing optimal angles for viewing DVD movies and business presentations, and it folds flat for working in tight travel spaces such as airplanes or trains. It has a 1280 x 800-pixel resolution. Video is powered by the integrated Nvidia GeForce Go 6150 graphics/video card, which provides up to 559 MB of video memory shared with the system memory. It features NVidia's PureVideo technology--which provides great picture clarity, smooth video, accurate color, and precise image scaling for video content--and full support for Microsoft DirectX 9.0 for stunningly realistic cinematic effects for all DirectX-compatible applications.

The Altec Lansing speakers provide exceptional sound, and a pair of stereo earbud headphones with volume controls is included. You'll be able to privately share enjoyment of multimedia with a friend via the dual headphone jacks. One of the headphone jacks is also compatible with SPDIF digital audio output for home theater surround sound.

With the Bluetooth connectivity, you can communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones. This notebook includes a next-generation ExpressCard 34 card slot (though no standard PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. You get a good offering of connectivity options:

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 VGA monitor port
1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV
1 ExpressCard 34
1 headphone jack (with S/PDIF digital audio compatibility) and 1 microphone jack
1 notebook expansion port 3 (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
2 consumer IR (infrared)--1 on notebook, 1 on LCD panel
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
Integrated 56K modem (V.90)

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measure 8.82 x 12.05 x 1.52 inches and weigh 4.49 pounds.

Power
This notebook is powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers up to 2 hours of battery life (dependent upon computing conditions).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion tx1410us tablet PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Customer Review: Watch out for the memory!!!

Windows Vista requires 2GB RAM MINIMUM to run. To run other applications you will need at least 3GB RAM. I had mistakenly gotten a 2GB model and at times it takes 45 seconds just to send soemthing to the recycle bin or else a reboot is required. Painfully SLOW!!!
Also, the tablet doesn't work properly. There is a distinct discrepancy between the location you place the pen and the location the computer recognizes. I gave up on the tablet aspect of my laptop. This laptop also runs really hot. The longer you use, the higher the temperature. The higher the temperature, the slower the laptop. Running it for over three hours without a fan blowing on it is out of the question. The only nice things nice about it are the included games (which you can't uninstall) and the 12.1" size (so light!).

Think I'll upgrade to a Sony. My Sony desktop has been quite reliable for the last 5 years and still running strong. Haha, in fact, it's faster at running graphics applications than the HP, especially after the HP heats up.

HP Laptops

Tags : laptop , Computer

HP Pavilion DV6830US 15.4" Laptop

2008-09-14T10:23:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6830US 15.4" Laptop (1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
HP Pavilion dv6000 Entertainment Notebook PC combines mobility, power and entertainment in a new design. Featuring an HP Imprint finish, the dv6000's subtle "wave" pattern was influenced by Zen rock gardens and compliments the stylish, curvilinear design. High-gloss piano black on the outside with polished silver on the inside, HP's resin finish is more durable than standard options. The dv6000 design is further enhanced by back-lit, touch-sensitive media controls that are activated by a touch or tap of a finger.

Customer Review: VERY VERY decent laptop

I purchased this product as a desktop replacement. I've had it for a few weeks now and it is great. It actually came with more than I expected. Great wide screen, mic, webcam, quick-key buttons for quick play, mouse pad disable option, all of the jacks and ports you need, quick on/off switch for wireless network card, decent speakers, dedicated cards, and more.
The only things that have been poor thus far is that my disk player would open itself randomly (it has been a little while since it last did that), and when installed Windows Live Messenger it began to restart itself as windows kept saying it was in a critical state every time it booted up. Thank heavens for safe mode and restart points! A bit of bloatware but there is no problem with uninstalling.
Overall, I highly recommend this well-rounded laptop to everyone in search of something perfect for the price.

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion DV6660SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop

2008-09-10T09:47:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6660SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Athlon 64 Processor TK-58, 2 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability, coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features in a distinctive design, the HP Pavilion dv6600 series Entertainment Notebook PC delivers. A high-gloss HP Imprint finish encases the elegant, curvilinear form and is more durable than traditional painted surfaces. Encouraging more direct interaction, the backlit media control panel responds to the touch or sweep of a finger. HP QuickPlay provides access to DVDs, videos, photos, music, karaoke, streamed or recorded TV at the touch of a button. Control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the system ExpressCard slot for convenience. Listen without disturbing others with included stereo earbuds. Dual headphone jacks with Altec Lansing audio help you to share and enjoy your entertainment. Intel mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Turn your next instant message into a live video chat with the integrated webcam and omnidirectional microphone. It's great for capturing short videos or photos to e-mail to friends, even in low-light environments. 160GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA) Security - Kensington MicroSaver lock slot, Power-on password and Accepts 3rd party security lock devices 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro or xD Picture cards Ports - 3x Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0, 2x Headphone out, 1x microphone-in, 1x VGA (15-pin), 1x TV-Out (S-video), 1x RJ-11 (modem), 1x RJ -45 (LAN), 1x notebook expansion port 3, 1 IEEE 1394 Firewire (4-pin) and 1x Consumer IR Operating System - Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium Dimensions - Length 14.05 x Width 10.12 x Height 1-1.69 Weight - 6.14 pounds

Customer Review: Expensive & Non-durable

I hate writing bad reviews for products that i own. Unfortunately i would like to share my experience with this laptop. At first few months it was ok, but after 5 months of hardly using, one time it just stop working and it wont charge. So i sent it to local HP tech and they told me that it a motherboard problem and they need to change it. This time it was still under warranty so i didn't need to pay any bucks. but after 4 months which the warranty of the HP expired again it stopped working and same problem was diagnose and now i have to pay for $500 just to fix and replace the motherboard again. I have 4 different laptop and 2 of them are HP, but this model isn't that good enough to last.

HP Laptops

USB Portable Diskette Floppy Drive 3.5-inch 1.44 Mb for IBM Lenovo Dell Sony Hp Laptop Pc

2008-09-05T16:51:00.000+07:00

USB Portable Diskette Floppy Drive 3.5-inch 1.44 Mb for IBM Lenovo Dell Sony Hp Laptop Pc - External
This super-slim, lightweight, sturdy, and attractive USB-attached diskette drive takes its power requirements from the USB port. No external power adapter is required making this diskette drive fully mobile. The USB Portable Diskette Drive reads and writes 1.44MB diskette media and 720KB. Industry standard USB connectivity offers convenient connectivity to the most laptops and desktops with a functional USB port. USB plug and play connectivity - Convenient access and installation via the USB port found on most current laptops & desktop - Low power requirements - Required power comes from USB port so no external power is required offering complete mobility while traveling or away from power outlets - Extremely small form factor - Lightweight and small footprint for improved mobility and space requirements

Customer Review: Excellent Floppy Drive.

This Floppy drive is so hard to find. I've used it everyday since I got it, because I'm working with servers. Works great. It was just plug and play for me, can't go wrong with this floppy.

HP Laptops

HP NC2400 12.1 Inch Laptop, Intel Core Duo U2500 1.20 GHz, 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM, 60 GB Hard Drive

2008-08-31T10:30:00.000+07:00

HP NC2400 12.1 Inch Laptop, Intel Core Duo U2500 1.20 GHz, 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, Windows XP Professional
HP Compaq nc2400 Business Notebook PC is compact, lightweight and with all the flexibility you could ever need. Business computing just doesn't get any more mobile than this.

Customer Review: Quite Nice, but a wee bit small

I bought this machine after extensively using a machine that was a 17-inch and weighed nearly 9 pounds. The dimensions and weight of this machine delighted me immediately, and the high resolution for such a small screen justified my purchase.
When I received the machine, I was somewhat dismayed that my hands (though slightly larger than average) were quite nearly too large for this machine, and fell off the edges ever so slightly. This only took a few days to get adjusted to, and for the most part, I am satisfied with both the performance and form factor of the machine. It is nearly textbook small and at 3 pounds, almost laughably light. But laugh only in the spirit of freedom from lugging around giant notebooks.
My only issue with the notebook is that it is too small to use as a desktop replacement on a regular basis. I consult 1-2 days a week off-site with this laptop, and when connecting external displays and mice, the drastic difference in text size between this screen and other screens can be a little disorienting.
Overall, I am pleased with the performance and the size, and only mildly turned off by the very small nature. Someone of my hand size and someone who does much consulting should get at least a 14.1 form factor laptop. This is perfect for the road warrior who spends a lot of time on his/her lap, and this works perfect for me on my couch, but a little larger is needed for long-term, all-day usage.

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion DV6785SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo T5450 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Ceramic

2008-08-26T11:44:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6785SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo T5450 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Ceramic
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features in a distinctive design, the HP Pavilion dv6700 series Special Edition Notebook PC delivers! Play high-definition DVD movies using the built-in HD DVD-ROM drive and watch them on TV with the HDMI port. And Intel mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. This 6.14 lbs light notebook exists at the intersection of computing and entertainment with its 15.4" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display, innovative entertainment features and fresh design. 15.4 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen display NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS with up to 1535MB graphics memory with 256MB dedicated Built-in Webcam and microphone HD-DVD ROM with SuperMulti DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965 802.11AGN Wireless 10/100 Ethernet Bluetooth Fingerprint reader 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 3 USB 2.0, 2 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 TV-Out (S-Video), 1 IEEE-1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.05 (W) x 10.12 (D) x 1.69 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.14lbs

Customer Review: hp

HP Pavilion DV6725US 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion DV9812US 17" Laptop

2008-08-21T11:59:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9812US 17" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
HP Pavilion dv9800 Entertainment Notebook PC series is an ultra-stylish notebook PC powerful enough to take on the most demanding of challenges. A widescreen display and leading edge mobile processors make this notebook an entertainment powerhouse.

Customer Review: Great Mobile Desktop Replacement

Bought this unit about a month ago as a replacement for my wife's aging Toshiba 2.8MHz 15" laptop. She was looking for a machine with a full size keyboard and number pad with additional speed, storage, and memory. She owns a retail store and also runs 3 websites so portability is only a factor taking the computer from home to her shop and back. Although a "heavyweight" at 7.7 lbs this unit is still .1 lbs lighter than her old Toshiba. I was very unsure about going to Vista, but after stripping off the uneeded HP extras, this unit has plenty of memory and speed even running Vista to keep my wife (the only person I know who normally bounces between 10 web pages, MS Frontpage, Excel, and possibly Word) working without a degradation in speed. The screen is bright and clear. She often also works at a local coffee house and the battery life seems decent once you adjust the settings to the saver mode. So far all aces...

HP Laptops

HP Pavilion DV9810US 17" Laptop

2008-08-16T11:19:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9810US 17" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with desktop-replacement performance, the HP Pavilion DV9810US Entertainment Notebook PC delivers! The DV9810US has AMD Turion 64 X2 technology with 3GB of RAM enables you to use multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. Listen without disturbing others with the included stereo earbud headphones, while dual headphone jacks also allow you to share your entertainment. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. Create custom laser-etched disc labels right in the drive for a personal or professional finish with LightScribe Technology. This notebook exists at the intersection of computing and entertainment with its large 17" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display and separate numeric keypad. 17.0 diagonal WXGA (1440 x 900) BrightView Widescreen Display Built-in Webcam and Microphone NVidia Geforce Go 7150M (UMA) with up to 1071MB Shared Graphics Memory LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.11B/G Wireless 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 54/34 Slot 4 x USB 2.0, 2 x Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, TV-Out (S-Video), IEEE-1394, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 15.16 (L) x 11.22 (W) x 1.65 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 7.7 pounds

Customer Review: Great Mobile Desktop Replacement

Bought this unit about a month ago as a replacement for my wife's aging Toshiba 2.8MHz 15" laptop. She was looking for a machine with a full size keyboard and number pad with additional speed, storage, and memory. She owns a retail store and also runs 3 websites so portability is only a factor taking the computer from home to her shop and back. Although a "heavyweight" at 7.7 lbs this unit is still .1 lbs lighter than her old Toshiba. I was very unsure about going to Vista, but after stripping off the uneeded HP extras, this unit has plenty of memory and speed even running Vista to keep my wife (the only person I know who normally bounces between 10 web pages, MS Frontpage, Excel, and possibly Word) working without a degradation in speed. The screen is bright and clear. She often also works at a local coffee house and the battery life seems decent once you adjust the settings to the saver mode. So far all aces...

HP Laptops

HP 2133 KX868AT#ABA 8.9-Inch Mini-Note Laptop

2008-08-10T11:05:00.000+07:00

HP 2133 KX868AT#ABA 8.9-Inch Mini-Note Laptop (1.2 GHz VIA C7-M Processor, 1 GB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, Vista Basic 32)
Nearly perfect (for its intended purpose)

Firstly, this review is being written on the 1.6Ghz, HP2133 Mini Note with 2Gb RAM and Vista Home Basic (which was installed at the factory). I have also read the myriad comments in the other reviews about poor CPU performance and warm operation. Therefore, I'll avoid similar statements, only to say that I have also noticed these issues under certain circumstances.

Nevertheless, I have turned off most of the useless bells and whistles in Vista and customised the OS to work adequately for the tasks I perform. And what I do isn't necessarily trivial. I have Office 2007 installed and it works fine to write university assignments and work reports, etc. Word, with the screen set to "page width" view is readable and as functional as my desktop. I also installed Adobe CS3. Yes, it can be slow at times, but it performs well enough to get the job done (using InDesign, Photoshop and occasionally, Dreamweaver). However, I understood when I bought the Mini Note, that it was not designed for multimedia production, but more for multimedia presentation and for basic computing. It is NOT a desktop replacement and was never intended to be.
The more I use my 2133, the more I love it. That doesn't mean I haven't noticed some negative issues (other than those highlighted in other reviews). I'll outline these below.
I won't comment on the touchpad, because I rarely use it. Most of the time, I use the Mini Note on a desk or on my briefcase (placed on my lap), so I plug in a laptop mouse. I would do this with ANY laptop or notebook. However, the Mini Note does allow for more space to use a mouse than a conventional laptop. Once I have finished using the Mini Note, it fits in my briefcase with all my other stuff.
Talking of placing the Mini Note in a briefcase; I am astonished that there isn't a case or bag for it. Most laptop bags are too big and would defeat the purpose of buying the Mini Note. As a result, I use a cloth bag I got with a mixer tap (faucet) I bought for a renovation. It is the perfect size to protect against scratches and marks. This is not to say the nice brushed aluminium (aluminum) case is susceptible to scratches; it's not, I just like to protect my equipment.
The Mini Note's screen hinge and battery design prevents any connectors from being located at the back of the unit (where I'd like them). Hence, all the connections are on the left and right sides of the machine. I usually plug the notebook mouse into the left USB port and run the cable around the back of the Mini Note to the right side. This keeps the cable out of the way and gives me more room on the right for the mouse. This is OK if I am working off the battery. But when the Mini Note is connected to mains power, the huge power plug that sticks out the right side is quite annoying and can get in the way of the mouse. HP, take note; please redesign the next series to have an "L" shaped connector to keep it out of the way.
Some other reviewers mentioned the lack of battery life. I agree with this, too. Nevertheless, there are configuration tweaks you can apply to help maximise battery life. In the BIOS I turn off the hardware I don't regularly use, such as Bluetooth, LAN, Express card, web cam, etc. If I need them, I just turn them back on.
Now, the screen; I love it. At 1280x768, it is bright and sharp, therefore, usable. Yes, it presents some text and menus in tiny fonts, but at the distances most people would use this machine, the screen is readable. Most web sites fit within the browser view port without horizontal scrolling. I'd prefer this over the offerings from other UMPC manufacturers.
I know I said I wouldn't mention the temperature issues, but, I feel compelled to state that after an hour or so spent writing this review (I was distracted by a phone call) the Mini Note is hardly warmer than the ambient room temperature. Of course, this is just running Word 2007. But, as far as I am concerned, this is the sort of thing the Mini Note is designed for; simple productivity tasks.
Additionally, one reviewer stated that the CPU fan runs flat-out all the time. He obviously missed the setting in the BIOS that lets you turn this "feature" off. Normally, the Mini Note runs very quietly, as is the case with mine right now. Although, I must admit that twice now, when waking from "sleep" mode, the fan in my Mini Note seemed to get stuck on full speed. A reboot fixed this, which implies it is an OS problem, not the hardware.
What would make the Mini Note perfect? OK, a faster CPU would definitely be welcome. Secondly, the 225mm (8.9") screen is fine; however, the lid has a lot of wasted real estate. After moving the speakers, it could accommodate a screen 50mm (2") larger (275mm or 11"). Even at the same resolution, this would make the Mini Note considerably better.
That seems to sum up all my main thoughts on the Mini Note. But suffice to say, after another hour using it, I love it even more. Highly recommended.

HP Pavilion DV6880SE 15.4" Special Edition Laptop

2008-08-04T10:14:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6880SE 15.4" Special Edition Laptop (1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Blu Ray Drive, Vista Premium)
Designed for fast access to your entire entertainment library, the HP Pavilion dv6880se notebook PC in ceramic white and silver is a great choice for both families and business travelers on the go. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and you'll enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the Express card slot. This notebook also incorporates a Blu-ray drive that's compatible with the new high-definition DVD disc format. This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with the color shifting Influx pattern, which moves from a piano black exterior with silver interior to a clean ceramic white and silver finish throughout plus a coordinating sliver keyboard.

It's powered by the 1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor, which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power--so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. This notebook also features a 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), tri-mode Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11a/b/g), 8x dual-layer DVDยฑRW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS with up to 1535 MB of total allocated video memory, 5-in-1 memory card reader, and HDMI A/V output. It also includes an integrated Webcam in the LCD's bezel and an omnidirectional microphone for easy video chats.

The Basics

Processor: The Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor has a 1.83 GHz processor speed, fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
With two computational execution cores in a single processor, it provides greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. Some of the advanced Intel innovations of the Core 2 Duo processor include:
- Smart Memory Access: Improves system performance by hiding memory latency, thus optimizing the use of available computer data bandwidth to provide data to the processor when and where it is needed.
- Advanced Digital Media Boost: Effectively doubles the execution speed for instructions used widely in multimedia and graphics applications.
- Dynamic Power Coordination: Coordinates Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and idle power-management state (C-states) transitions independently per core to help save power.
- Deeper Sleep with Dynamic Cache Sizing: Saves power by flushing cache data to system memory during periods of inactivity to lower CPU voltage.
Hard Drive: The extra-large 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) provides more than enough capacity for storing a large audio and video library, as well as extra space required for video editing. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to Firewire and USB 2.0.
Memory: The 3 GB of installed RAM (PC5300, 1 x 2 GB, 2 x 1 GB) helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. It also offers a top-of-class 667 MHz speed. This notebook has a 4 GB maximum RAM capacity (2 x 2 GB). To receive the faster data transfer benefits of the dual-channel DDR2 RAM, any RAM additions require memory modules of same capacity and clockspeed.
DVD/CD Drive: This HP notebook offers the next generation of DVD entertainment with the Blu-ray ROM optical drive, which provides the superior image and sound quality of high-definition images and multichannel surround sound as well as backward compatibility with standard DVD movie discs as well as content burned onto DVDยฑRW. It also incorporates a DVDยฑRW writer that can also burn CDs, which is compatible with dual-layer (DL) discs that can hold up to 8.5 GB of data.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
You'll enjoy razor-sharp graphics and widescreen movies with the 15.4-inch WXGA high-definition screen, which displays an 18 percent larger picture than standard 15-inch screens and an improved contrast ratio. It has a widescreen resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels--perfect for watching DVD movies the way they were meant to be seen. Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS graphics card, which provides up to 1535 MB of available RAM/video memory (256 MB dedicated video RAM) for unmatched HD video performance on a notebook PC. With support for Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 and High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDR), the 8400M lets you rip through all of today's most advanced and cutting-edge games and applications.

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This notebook has an integrated tri-mode Intel 3945ABG wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g), with throughput up to 54 Mbps at 5 GHz (802.11a) and 2.4 GHz (802.11g). It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (though no standard PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. You get a good offering of connectivity options:

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
1 HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable)
Analog video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
1 ExpressCard 54/34
2 headphone jacks and 1 microphone jack
1 notebook expansion port 3 (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
1 consumer IR (infrared)
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
10/100 Fast Ethernet
56K modem (V.90)

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 14.05 x 10.12 x 1.69 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 6.82 pounds.

Power
This notebook is powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers up to 2 hours of battery life (dependent upon computing conditions).

Customer Review: VERY VERY decent laptop

I purchased this product as a desktop replacement. I've had it for a few weeks now and it is great. It actually came with more than I expected. Great wide screen, mic, webcam, quick-key buttons for quick play, mouse pad disable option, all of the jacks and ports you need, quick on/off switch for wireless network card, decent speakers, dedicated cards, and more.

The only things that have been poor thus far is that my disk player would open itself randomly (it has been a little while since it last did that), and when installed Windows Live Messenger it began to restart itself as windows kept saying it was in a critical state every time it booted up. Thank heavens for safe mode and restart points! A bit of bloatware but there is no problem with uninstalling.
Overall, I highly recommend this well-rounded laptop to everyone in search of something perfect for the price.

HP Pavilion DV6870US 15.4" Laptop

2008-07-29T20:55:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6870US 15.4" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-64 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
HP Pavilion dv6000 Entertainment Notebook PC combines mobility, power and entertainment in a new design. Featuring an HP Imprint finish, the dv6000's subtle "wave" pattern was influenced by Zen rock gardens and compliments the stylish, curvilinear design. High-gloss piano black on the outside with polished silver on the inside, HP's resin finish is more durable than standard options. The dv6000 design is further enhanced by back-lit, touch-sensitive media controls that are activated by a touch or tap of a finger.

Customer Review: VERY VERY decent laptop

I purchased this product as a desktop replacement. I've had it for a few weeks now and it is great. It actually came with more than I expected. Great wide screen, mic, webcam, quick-key buttons for quick play, mouse pad disable option, all of the jacks and ports you need, quick on/off switch for wireless network card, decent speakers, dedicated cards, and more.
The only things that have been poor thus far is that my disk player would open itself randomly (it has been a little while since it last did that), and when installed Windows Live Messenger it began to restart itself as windows kept saying it was in a critical state every time it booted up. Thank heavens for safe mode and restart points! A bit of bloatware but there is no problem with uninstalling.
Overall, I highly recommend this well-rounded laptop to everyone in search of something perfect for the price.

HP Pavilion TX2120US 12.1" Laptop

2008-07-25T12:28:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion TX2120US 12.1" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-64 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
For those whose active lives require constant access to high-performance, easy-to-use computing and communication tools, the HP Pavilion TX2120US Entertainment Notebook PC provides the ideal convergence of these features with exceptional entertainment options. And it's light enough to take everywhere! Its 12.1" screen twists 180ยฐ for presentations and DVD playback - and folds flat to enable the convenience of capturing hand-written notes and drawings. Staying in touch has never been easier with the integrated HP Webcam. With AMD Turion 64 dual core mobile technology and the same viewable screen content as a 15.4" system, the TX2120US provides all the power and performance of a mainstream notebook PC without the additional weight. Interact directly with your system using your finger or stylus. Erasing notes on your screen is just like using a pencil: flip the pen over and erase! Use Windows Journal to take notes as you would on notebook paper. The TX2120US can convert handwriting into typed text and is perfect for a person who's always on the go! 12.1 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen Touch-screen display, Panel rotates 180 degrees and folds flat NVidia Geforce Go 6150 (UMA) with up to 527MB Shared Graphics Memory Built-in Webcam and Microphone LightScribe Super Multi 8 x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.11A/B/G/N Wireless 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Bluetooth Fingerprint reader 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 34 Slot 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, TV-Out (S-Video), SPDIF Digital Audio, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 8.82 (L) x 12.05 (W) x 1.52 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 4.53lbs

Customer Review: This baby is HOT HOT HOT!!

No joke. I bought one of these and sent it back because it got so unbearably hot I couldn't bear to hold it. Instead I bought the newer model tx2510us, which has the newer AMD Puma processor and ATI graphics. It does get warm, but not scorching like the tx2120us. I think the ATI graphics are an improvement as well. If you are interested in a low cost tablet, I would steer clear of the tx2120us and consider the tx2510us instead.

Tags : laptop , Computer

HP COMPAQ Presario V3000, V3100, V6000 Series Laptop Replacement AC Power Adapter

2008-07-22T13:20:00.000+07:00

HP COMPAQ Presario V3000, V3100, V6000 Series Laptop Replacement AC Power Adapter
Tired of depending on battery power to enjoy your Laptop? Want to be prepared for your dead battery moments? Here's your solution: the ADVANCE-CONNECT HP Pavillion laptop adapter. This AC adapter is designed for Compaq and HP OmniBook, Pavilion, Presario series laptop and notebook computers: Presario V3000, V3100, V6000 Series

Generic replacement.

This unit was obtained to replace a genuine HP power adapter who fails after 3 months of use. I hope this one makes the job for a much, much more time than the original. One Technician explain me about this kind of damage, about use voltage outside USA. Maybe I can update this review in 6 months later. Today I work well with my laptop and it's charged battery.

LAPTOP AC ADAPTER FOR HP COMPAQ 18.5 V 3.5A

2008-07-19T20:21:00.000+07:00

LAPTOP AC ADAPTER FOR HP COMPAQ 18.5 V 3.5A 1.7MM 402018-001 383494-001 DV1000 DV4000 DV5000 ZT3000 DL606A DC359A
Customer Review: Not a good experience

I received my laptop ac adapter and it promptly broke within 2 weeks of owning it. I returned it, paid the shipping charges, and my power cord sat there for over 2 weeks before a replacement was sent back. I sent numerous emails inquiring about the status of my cord but they all failed to acknowledge the nature of my inquiry. I would write inquisitive emails expressing my frustration and they would write back "Thanks for the update!". It was an extremely frustrating experience as I was unable to turn my computer on for some time. I will never work with this company again!

HP Pavilion TX2110US 12.1" Laptop

2008-07-18T18:15:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion TX2110US 12.1" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-62 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
HP's tx2000 combines the latest mobile technologies and innovative entertainment features with the convenience of handwriting capture and ultra portability. The next-generation touchscreen is more responsive to your touch and provides a natural handwriting experience. In a sophisticated design featuring the new HP Echo Imprint Finish and a silver keyboard, the tx2000 makes a great impression!Stay connected when traveling, in between classes, while away from the office or wherever your daily life takes you. There may be no other PC that's more "in touch" with what you need than the HP Pavilion tx2000. Simplify your work or entertainment, present marketing slide shows or pictures of your kids, and connect with classmates friends and family. The HP Pavilion tx2000 Entertainment Notebook PC delivers simple solutions for a hectic lifestyle in a super portable and sophisticated new design.

Customer Review: This baby is HOT HOT HOT!!

No joke. I bought one of these and sent it back because it got so unbearably hot I couldn't bear to hold it. Instead I bought the newer model tx2510us, which has the newer AMD Puma processor and ATI graphics. It does get warm, but not scorching like the tx2120us. I think the ATI graphics are an improvement as well. If you are interested in a low cost tablet, I would steer clear of the tx2120us and consider the tx2510us instead.

HP 2133 KX869AT#ABA 8.9-Inch Mini-Note Laptop

2008-07-15T12:51:00.000+07:00

HP 2133 KX869AT#ABA 8.9-Inch Mini-Note Laptop (1.2 GHz VIA C7-M Processor, 1 GB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10)
It might be small in size but it's big on usability, durability, and attractiveness. Packed with an impressive combination of features, the HP 2133 offers you a full-function PC with the utmost mobility. Plus, its simple, refined design and all-aluminum case make it sleek and sturdy yet super lightweight.Weighing in at just 1.27 kg, with a large 8.9-inch WXGA display, the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC features a durable design with a robust suite of wireless, multimedia and security capabilities to allow users to stay productive.

Customer Review: Nearly perfect (for its intended purpose)

Firstly, this review is being written on the 1.6Ghz, HP2133 Mini Note with 2Gb RAM and Vista Home Basic (which was installed at the factory). I have also read the myriad comments in the other reviews about poor CPU performance and warm operation. Therefore, I'll avoid similar statements, only to say that I have also noticed these issues under certain circumstances.

Nevertheless, I have turned off most of the useless bells and whistles in Vista and customised the OS to work adequately for the tasks I perform. And what I do isn't necessarily trivial. I have Office 2007 installed and it works fine to write university assignments and work reports, etc. Word, with the screen set to "page width" view is readable and as functional as my desktop. I also installed Adobe CS3. Yes, it can be slow at times, but it performs well enough to get the job done (using InDesign, Photoshop and occasionally, Dreamweaver). However, I understood when I bought the Mini Note, that it was not designed for multimedia production, but more for multimedia presentation and for basic computing. It is NOT a desktop replacement and was never intended to be.

The more I use my 2133, the more I love it. That doesn't mean I haven't noticed some negative issues (other than those highlighted in other reviews). I'll outline these below.

I won't comment on the touchpad, because I rarely use it. Most of the time, I use the Mini Note on a desk or on my briefcase (placed on my lap), so I plug in a laptop mouse. I would do this with ANY laptop or notebook. However, the Mini Note does allow for more space to use a mouse than a conventional laptop. Once I have finished using the Mini Note, it fits in my briefcase with all my other stuff.

Talking of placing the Mini Note in a briefcase; I am astonished that there isn't a case or bag for it. Most laptop bags are too big and would defeat the purpose of buying the Mini Note. As a result, I use a cloth bag I got with a mixer tap (faucet) I bought for a renovation. It is the perfect size to protect against scratches and marks. This is not to say the nice brushed aluminium (aluminum) case is susceptible to scratches; it's not, I just like to protect my equipment.

The Mini Note's screen hinge and battery design prevents any connectors from being located at the back of the unit (where I'd like them). Hence, all the connections are on the left and right sides of the machine. I usually plug the notebook mouse into the left USB port and run the cable around the back of the Mini Note to the right side. This keeps the cable out of the way and gives me more room on the right for the mouse. This is OK if I am working off the battery. But when the Mini Note is connected to mains power, the huge power plug that sticks out the right side is quite annoying and can get in the way of the mouse. HP, take note; please redesign the next series to have an "L" shaped connector to keep it out of the way.

Some other reviewers mentioned the lack of battery life. I agree with this, too. Nevertheless, there are configuration tweaks you can apply to help maximise battery life. In the BIOS I turn off the hardware I don't regularly use, such as Bluetooth, LAN, Express card, web cam, etc. If I need them, I just turn them back on.

Now, the screen; I love it. At 1280x768, it is bright and sharp, therefore, usable. Yes, it presents some text and menus in tiny fonts, but at the distances most people would use this machine, the screen is readable. Most web sites fit within the browser view port without horizontal scrolling. I'd prefer this over the offerings from other UMPC manufacturers.
I know I said I wouldn't mention the temperature issues, but, I feel compelled to state that after an hour or so spent writing this review (I was distracted by a phone call) the Mini Note is hardly warmer than the ambient room temperature. Of course, this is just running Word 2007. But, as far as I am concerned, this is the sort of thing the Mini Note is designed for; simple productivity tasks.
Additionally, one reviewer stated that the CPU fan runs flat-out all the time. He obviously missed the setting in the BIOS that lets you turn this "feature" off. Normally, the Mini Note runs very quietly, as is the case with mine right now. Although, I must admit that twice now, when waking from "sleep" mode, the fan in my Mini Note seemed to get stuck on full speed. A reboot fixed this, which implies it is an OS problem, not the hardware.
What would make the Mini Note perfect? OK, a faster CPU would definitely be welcome. Secondly, the 225mm (8.9") screen is fine; however, the lid has a lot of wasted real estate. After moving the speakers, it could accommodate a screen 50mm (2") larger (275mm or 11"). Even at the same resolution, this would make the Mini Note considerably better.
That seems to sum up all my main thoughts on the Mini Note. But suffice to say, after another hour using it, I love it even more. Highly recommended.

HP Pavilion DV9820US 17" Laptop

2008-07-15T12:48:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9820US 17" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-62 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
Balance your need for productivity with great multimedia performance with the HP Pavilion dv9820us notebook PC, which features an amazingly bright, widescreen 17-inch BrightView display--perfect for multitasking between document windows and watching movies in their native aspect ratio. Enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included remote control, which stores conveniently in the ExpressCard slot. It also has an integrated 1.3-megapixel WebCam (and integrated microphone), enabling easy video conferencing via VoIP and video IM chats. This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with the Radiance pattern of concentric waves, as well as a subtle blue backlit media control panel that responds to the slightest touch.

Optimized for mobile performance, it's powered by the 2.2 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-62 dual-core processor, which offers 64-bit computing capability and higher throughput for simultaneous computing tasks. You can easily burn your home video productions to DVD for friends and family with the dual-layer, multi-format DVD/CD burner, which also includes LightScribe technology for personalized silkscreen-quality, laser-etched CD/DVD labels. Other hardware features include a 250 GB hard drive, 4 GB of installed RAM (maximum capacity), an integrated Nvidia GeForce Go 7150M video/graphics card with up to 1071 MB of total allocated video memory, quad-mode Wi-Fi LAN (802.11a/b/g/n), and multi-format memory card reader.

This laptop also comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1), which includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you'll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.

The Basics

Processor: The 2.1 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-62 processor offers a dual-core architecture, which delivers additional computing resources to help expand your PCรข€™s capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing--increasing your performance by up to 80 percent. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly thanks to the innovative Direct Connect Architecture. And it's designed to handle simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. You'll enjoy long battery life thanks to the AMD PowerNow! power management technology, which delivers performance on demand and can extend system battery life up to 65 percent. And the AMD Digital Media XPress technology delivers stellar multimedia performance and playback on digital entertainment such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.
Each processing core has a 512 KB L2 cache (for a 1 MB total), and this processor can deliver up to a 1600 MHz system bus for lightning quick computing reflexes. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
Hard Drive: The extra-large 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) provides more than enough capacity for storing a large audio and video library, as well as extra space required for video editing. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to Firewire and USB 2.0.
Memory: The 4 GB of installed RAM (PC5300, 2 x 2 GB) maximizes the capacity for this notebook. It also offers a top-of-class 667 MHz speed and boosts the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card.
DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.
This LightScribe DVDยฑRW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard (with integrated numeric keypad) and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
The 17-inch WXGA+ high-definition BrightView widescreen (1440 x 900 resolution) provides a 45 percent larger picture for DVD movies than a 15-inch screen. Video is powered by the integrated Nvidia GeForce Go 7150M graphics/video card, which provides up to 1071 MB of total graphics memory as allocated by Windows Vista. It features NVidia's PureVideo technology--which provides great picture clarity, smooth video, accurate color, and precise image scaling for video content--and full support for Microsoft DirectX 9.0 for stunningly realistic cinematic effects for all DirectX-compatible applications.

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with the integrated quad-mode Wi-Fi chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (replacing the PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. You get a very good offering of connectivity options, which does include super-fast USB 2.0 and Firewire:

4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
Analog video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)
2 headphone jacks, 1 microphone jack
1 Expansion Port 3 connector (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
1 IR receiver
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
10/100 Fast Ethernet
56K modem (V.90)

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 15.16 x 11.22 x 1.65 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 7.7 pounds.

Power
It's powered by a 8-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2.5 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv9820us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Reduce your impact on the environment with this Energy Star-certified system and HP's innovative take-back options, including trade-in, recycling and donation.

Customer Review: Great Mobile Desktop Replacement

Bought this unit about a month ago as a replacement for my wife's aging Toshiba 2.8MHz 15" laptop. She was looking for a machine with a full size keyboard and number pad with additional speed, storage, and memory. She owns a retail store and also runs 3 websites so portability is only a factor taking the computer from home to her shop and back. Although a "heavyweight" at 7.7 lbs this unit is still .1 lbs lighter than her old Toshiba. I was very unsure about going to Vista, but after stripping off the uneeded HP extras, this unit has plenty of memory and speed even running Vista to keep my wife (the only person I know who normally bounces between 10 web pages, MS Frontpage, Excel, and possibly Word) working without a degradation in speed. The screen is bright and clear. She often also works at a local coffee house and the battery life seems decent once you adjust the settings to the saver mode. So far all aces...

HP Pavilion TX1420US

2008-07-14T15:29:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion TX1420US 12.1" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core Processor TL-66, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Black Wave
For multimedia mavens on the go, the HP Pavilion tx1420us tablet PC is light enough to take anywhere and is a great resource for showing presentations thanks to its 180-degree swiveling 12.1-inch touchscreen display. Weighing just 4.2 pounds, the tx1420us (with its 12.1-inch screen) delivers the same screen resolution and performance as a 15.4-inch notebook, but weighs over 2 pounds less. This stylish notebook introduces HP Imprint--a durable high gloss finish with an exclusive inlaid design that also incorporates touch-sensitive media controls for easy and quick access.

Protect your system and online accounts with your unique fingerprint for advanced security and peace of mind. The integrated 1.3-megapixel WebCam (and integrated microphone) provides easy video conferencing via VoIP and video IM chats. Optimized for mobile performance, it's powered by the 2.3 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-66 dual-core processor, which offers 64-bit computing capability and higher throughput for simultaneous computing tasks. Other features include a 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), quad-mode Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth connectivity, multi-format/dual-layer LightScribe DVD+/-RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 video/graphics card with 559 MB of shared video RAM, and Gigabit Ethernet.

The Basics

Processor: The 2.3 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-66 processor offers a dual-core architecture, which delivers additional computing resources to help expand your PC's capabilities by providing higher throughput and simultaneous computing--increasing your performance by up to 80 percent. You'll be able to perform multiple tasks such as digital rendering and gaming all while running virus scan or other background tasks seamlessly thanks to the innovative Direct Connect Architecture. And it's designed to handle simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. You'll enjoy long battery life thanks to the AMD PowerNow! power management technology, which delivers performance on demand and can extend system battery life up to 65 percent. And the AMD Digital Media XPress technology delivers stellar multimedia performance and playback on digital entertainment such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.
Each processing core has a 512 KB L2 cache (for a 1 MB total), and this processor can deliver up to a 1600 MHz system bus for lightning quick computing reflexes. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
Hard Drive: The 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive is more than double the average size for notebook PCs, and it offers a fast 5400 RPM disk speed--an improvement over other notebooks with extra-large hard drives. It provides more than enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and video editing software. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
Memory: This notebook comes installed with 3 GB of RAM (DDR2), which helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. It has a 4 GB RAM capacity.
DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.
This LightScribe DVDยฑRW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).
Integrated Fingerprint Reader: A fingerprint reader offers advanced security by using fingerprints instead of standard passwords to access online accounts, such as banks and e-mail. To set up access, each fingerprint is associated with a password through Verisoft Access Manager. Verisoft Single Sign On (SSO) stores user names and passwords to an unlimited number of sites and automatically enters logon credentials. If more than one person uses the notebook PC, each can use a fingerprint to logon to a computer user account and access preset preferences and files.

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 VGA monitor port
1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV
1 ExpressCard 34
1 headphone jack (with S/PDIF digital audio compatibility) and 1 microphone jack
1 notebook expansion port 3 (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
2 consumer IR (infrared)--1 on notebook, 1 on LCD panel
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
Integrated 56K modem (V.90)

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measure 8.82 x 12.05 x 1.52 inches and weigh 4.49 pounds.

Power
This notebook is powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers up to 2 hours of battery life (dependent upon computing conditions).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion tx1420us tablet PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Customer Review: Watch out for the memory!!!

Windows Vista requires 2GB RAM MINIMUM to run. To run other applications you will need at least 3GB RAM. I had mistakenly gotten a 2GB model and at times it takes 45 seconds just to send soemthing to the recycle bin or else a reboot is required. Painfully SLOW!!!

Also, the tablet doesn't work properly. There is a distinct discrepancy between the location you place the pen and the location the computer recognizes. I gave up on the tablet aspect of my laptop. This laptop also runs really hot. The longer you use, the higher the temperature. The higher the temperature, the slower the laptop. Running it for over three hours without a fan blowing on it is out of the question. The only nice things nice about it are the included games (which you can't uninstall) and the 12.1" size (so light!).

Think I'll upgrade to a Sony. My Sony desktop has been quite reliable for the last 5 years and still running strong. Haha, in fact, it's faster at running graphics applications than the HP, especially after the HP heats up.

HP Pavilion DV9830US 17" Laptop

2008-07-12T11:22:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9830US 17" Laptop (1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, Blu Ray Drive, Vista Premium)
Balance your need for productivity with great multimedia performance with the HP Pavilion dv9830us notebook PC, which features an amazingly bright, widescreen 17-inch BrightView display--perfect for multitasking between document windows and watching movies in their native aspect ratio. Enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included remote control, which stores conveniently in the ExpressCard slot. This notebook also incorporates a Blu-ray drive that's compatible with the new high-definition DVD disc format. And you can easily burn your home video productions to DVD for friends and family with the dual-layer, multi-format DVD/CD burner, which also includes LightScribe technology for personalized silkscreen-quality, laser-etched CD/DVD labels.

This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with the Radiance pattern of concentric waves, as well as a subtle blue backlit media control panel that responds to the slightest touch. It also has an integrated 1.3-megapixel WebCam (and integrated microphone), enabling easy video conferencing via VoIP and video IM chats.

It's powered by the 1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor, which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power--so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. Other hardware features include a 320 GB hard drive, 4 GB of installed RAM (maximum capacity), an integrated Nvidia GeForce 8600M GS video/graphics card with up to 2303 MB of total allocated video memory, quad-mode Wi-Fi LAN (802.11a/b/g/n), HDMI A/V output, Gigabit Ethernet, and multi-format memory card reader.

The Basics

Processor: The Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor has a 1.83 GHz processor speed, fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
With two computational execution cores in a single processor, it provides greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. Some of the advanced Intel innovations of the Core 2 Duo processor include:
- Smart Memory Access: Improves system performance by hiding memory latency, thus optimizing the use of available computer data bandwidth to provide data to the processor when and where it is needed.
- Advanced Digital Media Boost: Effectively doubles the execution speed for instructions used widely in multimedia and graphics applications.
- Dynamic Power Coordination: Coordinates Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and idle power-management state (C-states) transitions independently per core to help save power.
- Deeper Sleep with Dynamic Cache Sizing: Saves power by flushing cache data to system memory during periods of inactivity to lower CPU voltage.
Hard Drive: The extra large 320 GB Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive (7200 RPM) offers a wealth of storage space, perfect for storing a vast multimedia collection or for editing digital video. This SATA hard drive has a 3Gb/s interface speed that enables up to 300MB/s data transfer rates (double the speed of the current SATA interface of 1.5Gb/s).
Memory: The 4 GB of installed RAM (PC5300, 2 x 2 GB) maximizes the capacity for this notebook. It also offers a top-of-class 667 MHz speed and boosts the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card.
DVD/CD Drive: This HP notebook offers the next generation of DVD entertainment with the Blu-ray ROM optical drive, which provides the superior image and sound quality of high-definition images and multichannel surround sound as well as backward compatibility with standard DVD movie discs as well as content burned onto DVDยฑRW. It also incorporates a DVDยฑRW writer that can also burn CDs, which is compatible with dual-layer (DL) discs that can hold up to 8.5 GB of data.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard (with integrated numeric keypad) and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
The 17-inch WXGA+ high-definition BrightView widescreen (1440 x 900 resolution) provides a 45 percent larger picture for DVD movies than a 15-inch screen. Video is powered by the integrated Nvidia GeForce 8600M GS graphics/video card, which provides up to 2303 MB of total graphics memory as allocated by Windows Vista (512 MB dedicated RAM) for unmatched HD video performance on a notebook PC. With support for Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 and High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDR), it lets you rip through all of today's most advanced and cutting-edge games and applications. Experience real-time photo editing, or immerse yourself in the most complex, true-to-life gaming environments.

4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
1 HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable)
Analog video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)
2 headphone jacks, 1 microphone jack
1 Expansion Port 3 connector (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
1 IR receiver
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
56K modem (V.90)

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 15.16 x 11.22 x 1.65 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 7.7 pounds.

Power
It's powered by a 8-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2.5 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv9830us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Reduce your impact on the environment with this Energy Star-certified system and HP's innovative take-back options, including trade-in, recycling and donation.

Customer Review: Great Mobile Desktop Replacement

Bought this unit about a month ago as a replacement for my wife's aging Toshiba 2.8MHz 15" laptop. She was looking for a machine with a full size keyboard and number pad with additional speed, storage, and memory. She owns a retail store and also runs 3 websites so portability is only a factor taking the computer from home to her shop and back. Although a "heavyweight" at 7.7 lbs this unit is still .1 lbs lighter than her old Toshiba. I was very unsure about going to Vista, but after stripping off the uneeded HP extras, this unit has plenty of memory and speed even running Vista to keep my wife (the only person I know who normally bounces between 10 web pages, MS Frontpage, Excel, and possibly Word) working without a degradation in speed. The screen is bright and clear. She often also works at a local coffee house and the battery life seems decent once you adjust the settings to the saver mode. So far all aces...

HP Pavilion DV6810US 15.4" Laptop

2008-07-10T12:56:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6810US 15.4" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features, the HP Pavilion DV6810US Entertainment Notebook PC delivers! The DV2890NR has AMD mobile dual-core technology with 3GB of RAM enables you to use multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. Create custom laser-etched disc labels right in the drive for a personal or professional finish with LightScribe Technology. This notebook exists at the intersection of computing and entertainment with its 15.4" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display, innovative entertainment and communication features. 15.4 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen Display NVidia GeForce Go 7150M (UMA) with up to 1071MB Shared Graphics Memory LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.11B/G Wireless 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN Bluetooth 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 54/34 Slot 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, TV-Out (S-Video), IEEE-1394, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.05 (W) x 10.12 (D) x 1.56 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.06 pounds

Customer Review: VERY VERY decent laptop

I purchased this product as a desktop replacement. I've had it for a few weeks now and it is great. It actually came with more than I expected. Great wide screen, mic, webcam, quick-key buttons for quick play, mouse pad disable option, all of the jacks and ports you need, quick on/off switch for wireless network card, decent speakers, dedicated cards, and more.
The only things that have been poor thus far is that my disk player would open itself randomly (it has been a little while since it last did that), and when installed Windows Live Messenger it began to restart itself as windows kept saying it was in a critical state every time it booted up. Thank heavens for safe mode and restart points! A bit of bloatware but there is no problem with uninstalling.
Overall, I highly recommend this well-rounded laptop to everyone in search of something perfect for the price.

Tags : laptop , Computer

HP 2133 KX870AT#ABA 8.9-Inch Mini-Note Laptop

2008-07-08T11:02:00.000+07:00

HP 2133 KX870AT#ABA 8.9-Inch Mini-Note Laptop (1.6 GHz VIA C7-M Processor, 2 GB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, Vista Business 32)
Small but mighty

The HP 2133 Mini-Note PC might be small in size (2.8lbs and 1.05" thin) but it's big on usability, durability, and sleekness. Packed with an impressive combination of features, the HP 2133 offers you a full-function PC with the utmost mobility. This Mini-Note PC comes equipped with the productivity tools you need to be efficient on the go: 8.9-inch diagonal, scratch-resistant, WXGA display; 92% full-size, user-friendly QWERTY keyboard; ExpressCard/54 slot, integrated Secure Digital Reader, and a touchpad with scroll zone. Cut the cords and stay connected with wireless technologies such as integrated Wi-Fi Certified WLAN, making it easier to access the Internet as well as communicate via email, IM, chat, and blogging at school, at home or on the road at your favorite hotspots. By using the Internet, e-mail, instant messaging and VoIP, it makes researching, communicating, collaborating, and searching more convenient and enjoyable. The simple, refined design and all aluminum case make it sleek and sturdy yet super lightweight. Reliable features such as HP DuraKeys, magnesium alloy support structure, and HP 3D DriveGuard help give you a durable mini-note PC that can go the distance. Experience video, still-image capture, web conferencing, or video-enhanced instant messaging with no additional hardware to buy or carry. Integrated VGA webcam enables both video and still-image capture so you can add photos and video clips to presentations, documents and e-mail. 8.9" diagonal WXGA (1280 x 768) Widescreen Display Built-in Webcam and Microphone VIA Chrome 9 Graphics High Definition audio with Stereo Speakers Broadcom 802.11A/B/G Wireless Bluetooth 2.0 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN Secure Digital (SD) Slot ExpressCard 54 Slot 2 x USB 2.0, Headphone out/Line-out; Microphone-in, VGA, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions - 10.04" (W) x 6.5" (D) x 1.05" (H) Approximate Unit W

Customer Review: Nearly perfect (for its intended purpose)

Firstly, this review is being written on the 1.6Ghz, HP2133 Mini Note with 2Gb RAM and Vista Home Basic (which was installed at the factory). I have also read the myriad comments in the other reviews about poor CPU performance and warm operation. Therefore, I'll avoid similar statements, only to say that I have also noticed these issues under certain circumstances.

Nevertheless, I have turned off most of the useless bells and whistles in Vista and customised the OS to work adequately for the tasks I perform. And what I do isn't necessarily trivial. I have Office 2007 installed and it works fine to write university assignments and work reports, etc. Word, with the screen set to "page width" view is readable and as functional as my desktop. I also installed Adobe CS3. Yes, it can be slow at times, but it performs well enough to get the job done (using InDesign, Photoshop and occasionally, Dreamweaver). However, I understood when I bought the Mini Note, that it was not designed for multimedia production, but more for multimedia presentation and for basic computing. It is NOT a desktop replacement and was never intended to be.

The more I use my 2133, the more I love it. That doesn't mean I haven't noticed some negative issues (other than those highlighted in other reviews). I'll outline these below.
I won't comment on the touchpad, because I rarely use it. Most of the time, I use the Mini Note on a desk or on my briefcase (placed on my lap), so I plug in a laptop mouse. I would do this with ANY laptop or notebook. However, the Mini Note does allow for more space to use a mouse than a conventional laptop. Once I have finished using the Mini Note, it fits in my briefcase with all my other stuff.
Talking of placing the Mini Note in a briefcase; I am astonished that there isn't a case or bag for it. Most laptop bags are too big and would defeat the purpose of buying the Mini Note. As a result, I use a cloth bag I got with a mixer tap (faucet) I bought for a renovation. It is the perfect size to protect against scratches and marks. This is not to say the nice brushed aluminium (aluminum) case is susceptible to scratches; it's not, I just like to protect my equipment.
The Mini Note's screen hinge and battery design prevents any connectors from being located at the back of the unit (where I'd like them). Hence, all the connections are on the left and right sides of the machine. I usually plug the notebook mouse into the left USB port and run the cable around the back of the Mini Note to the right side. This keeps the cable out of the way and gives me more room on the right for the mouse. This is OK if I am working off the battery. But when the Mini Note is connected to mains power, the huge power plug that sticks out the right side is quite annoying and can get in the way of the mouse. HP, take note; please redesign the next series to have an "L" shaped connector to keep it out of the way.
Some other reviewers mentioned the lack of battery life. I agree with this, too. Nevertheless, there are configuration tweaks you can apply to help maximise battery life. In the BIOS I turn off the hardware I don't regularly use, such as Bluetooth, LAN, Express card, web cam, etc. If I need them, I just turn them back on.
Now, the screen; I love it. At 1280x768, it is bright and sharp, therefore, usable. Yes, it presents some text and menus in tiny fonts, but at the distances most people would use this machine, the screen is readable. Most web sites fit within the browser view port without horizontal scrolling. I'd prefer this over the offerings from other UMPC manufacturers.
I know I said I wouldn't mention the temperature issues, but, I feel compelled to state that after an hour or so spent writing this review (I was distracted by a phone call) the Mini Note is hardly warmer than the ambient room temperature. Of course, this is just running Word 2007. But, as far as I am concerned, this is the sort of thing the Mini Note is designed for; simple productivity tasks.
Additionally, one reviewer stated that the CPU fan runs flat-out all the time. He obviously missed the setting in the BIOS that lets you turn this "feature" off. Normally, the Mini Note runs very quietly, as is the case with mine right now. Although, I must admit that twice now, when waking from "sleep" mode, the fan in my Mini Note seemed to get stuck on full speed. A reboot fixed this, which implies it is an OS problem, not the hardware.
What would make the Mini Note perfect? OK, a faster CPU would definitely be welcome. Secondly, the 225mm (8.9") screen is fine; however, the lid has a lot of wasted real estate. After moving the speakers, it could accommodate a screen 50mm (2") larger (275mm or 11"). Even at the same resolution, this would make the Mini Note considerably better.
That seems to sum up all my main thoughts on the Mini Note. But suffice to say, after another hour using it, I love it even more. Highly recommended.

HP Pavilion DV2840SE

2008-07-06T12:44:00.000+07:00

Tags : laptop , Computer

HP Pavilion Artist Edition DV2890NR 14.1" Laptop

2008-07-03T11:35:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion Artist Edition DV2890NR 14.1" Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
Built for today's multimedia-savvy, always on-the-go computer user, the HP Pavilion dv2890nr Artist Edition takes its award-winning imprint designs to the next level with a unique artistic rendering wrapped around the entire laptop. HP's Take Action/Make Art contest received over 8,500 entries from aspiring young artists worldwide, and this bold, colorful, innovative design stood out at capturing the HP PC experience. You can also travel in style with the coordinating Artist Edition messenger bag (sold separately).

Show your individuality with the Artist Edition HP Imprint finish, featuring the winning design from a worldwide competition sponsored by HP and MTV.

More than a pretty face, the dv2890nr Artist Edition PC delivers rich digital entertainment and excellent mobile performance.

Optimize your mobility with a BrightView 14.1-inch display that has the same viewable area as a 15.4-inch screen--in a notebook that weighs a pound less. Encouraging more direct interaction, the backlit media control panel responds to the touch or sweep of a finger. Control settings for audio and video playback from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the PC card slot. Enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process).

It's powered by the 1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor, which provides an optimized, multithreaded architecture for improved gaming and multitasking performance, as well as excellent battery management. It also includes Intel's 4965 AGN wireless LAN, which will connect to draft 802.11n routers and offers compatibility with 802.11a/b/g networks as well. It also features a 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), LighScribe dual-layer DVDยฑR burner, HDMI port for connecting to an HDTV, and Nvidia GeForce Go 8400M GS video/graphics card with up to 1407 MB of total allocated video memory (128 MB dedicated). It also includes an integrated Webcam in the LCD's bezel and an omnidirectional microphone for easy video chats.

Make a Statement with the HP Artist Edition Notebook PC
Winning the international Take Action, Make Art competition co-sponsored by HP and MTV was Joรฃo Oliveira, a 20-year-old artist from Portugal, who combined retro sensibility with modern technology and a unifying Asian theme. Oliveira's design is found both inside and out on this Artist Edition laptop, and his art also appears in coordinating wallpaper options, product packaging, and documentation. HP's high-gloss Imprint finish encases the elegant, curvilinear form and is more durable than traditional painted surfaces.

The Basics

Processor: The Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor has a 1.83 GHz processor speed, fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
With two computational execution cores in a single processor, it provides greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. Some of the advanced Intel innovations of the Core 2 Duo processor include:
- Smart Memory Access: Improves system performance by hiding memory latency, thus optimizing the use of available computer data bandwidth to provide data to the processor when and where it is needed.
- AdvancedDigital Media Boost: Effectively doubles the execution speed for instructions used widely in multimedia and graphics applications.
- Dynamic Power Coordination: Coordinates Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and idle power-management state (C-states) transitions independently per core to help save power.
- Deeper Sleep with Dynamic Cache Sizing: Saves power by flushing cache data to system memory during periods of inactivity to lower CPU voltage.
Hard Drive: The 250 GB Serial ATA hard drive is more than double the average size for notebook PCs, and it offers a fast 5400 RPM disk speed--an improvement over other notebooks with extra-large hard drives. It provides more than enough capacity for storing documents, digital media files, and video editing software. This SATA hard drive also quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to FireWire and USB 2.0.
Memory: This notebook comes installed with 3 GB of RAM (DDR2), which helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. It has a 4 GB RAM capacity.
DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.
This LightScribe DVDยฑRW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
While this notebook is actually as wide as standard 15-inch displays, the high-definition, widescreen 14.1-inch display (1280 x 800-pixel resolution) has the same form factor as a 12-inch screen--taking up less space on your desk. Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS graphics card, which provides up to 1407 MB of available RAM/video memory (128 MB dedicated video RAM) for unmatched HD video performance on a notebook PC. With support for Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 and High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDR), the 8400M lets you rip through all of today's most advanced and cutting-edge games and applications.

It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (as well as a standard PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. Here's the full list of connectivity options:

2 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
1 HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable)
Analog video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
1 ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)
2 headphone jacks
1 microphone jack
1 Expansion Port 3 connector (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
1 IR receiver
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
10/100 Ethernet
Bluetooth
56K modem (V.90)

Operating System
This PC is preloaded with Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 1 (SP1), which collects previously released updates for Windows Vista for improved security, reliability, and performance. It also provides support for emerging hardware and standards, such as an Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) and flash-based devices formatted using the Extended File Allocation Table (exFAT) file format, and adds improvements that will help businesses better optimize their IT infrastructures.

Windows Vista Home Premium is the operating system for users with advanced computer needs, and it includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center for watching DVD movies and accessing your digital audio library. You can also use Windows Media Center to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV) and to access new kinds of online entertainment content. Computers that include Windows Vista Home Premium and an auxiliary Windows SideShow display will also allow you to access key data even when your computer is off. It is also easier than ever to share files between other PCs in your household and to manage your laptop computer settings to more securely connect via Wi-Fi.

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook PC measures 13.15 x 9.33 x 1.54 inches and weighs 5.59 pounds.

Power
It's powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has a battery life of up to 2 hours (depending on usage).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv2890nr notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Reduce your impact on the environment with this Energy Star-certified system and HP's innovative take-back options, including trade-in, recycling and donation.

Customer Review: Got the looks and also up to date....
First thing i would like say is it is a amazing laptop...
Its worth the money you spend ....
It has a amazing looking body and the designs on it is really state of the ar.
Well i just don't want to tell bout the way this laptop look like , but the specs is really amazing and you will pay really less amount of money for this kind of feature..
Its a laptop to have....

Tags : laptop , Computer

HP Pavilion DV6871US 15.4" Laptop

2008-06-30T09:16:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6871US 15.4" Laptop (1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
Designed for fast access to your entire entertainment library, the HP Pavilion dv6871us notebook PC is a great choice for both families and business travelers on the go. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and you'll enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the Express card slot. Easily manage your digital photo library and share with friends and family using the included HP Photosmart Essential software. This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with the Radiance pattern of concentric waves.

It's powered by the 1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor, which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power--so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. This notebook also features a 320 GB hard drive, 3 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), quad-mode Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11a/b/g/n), 8x dual-layer DVDยฑRW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS with up to 1535 MB of total allocated video memory, 5-in-1 memory card reader, and HDMI A/V output. It also includes an integrated Webcam in the LCD's bezel and an omnidirectional microphone for easy video chats.

The Basics

Processor: The Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 processor has a 1.83 GHz processor speed, fast 667 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and 2 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
With two computational execution cores in a single processor, it provides greater system response when running multi-threaded applications simultaneously with no significant increase in power consumption. It's optimized for multitasking and is ready to support the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. It can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications--such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching business productivity applications--while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background. Some of the advanced Intel innovations of the Core 2 Duo processor include:
- Smart Memory Access: Improves system performance by hiding memory latency, thus optimizing the use of available computer data bandwidth to provide data to the processor when and where it is needed.
- Advanced Digital Media Boost: Effectively doubles the execution speed for instructions used widely in multimedia and graphics applications.
- Dynamic Power Coordination: Coordinates Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and idle power-management state (C-states) transitions independently per core to help save power.
- Deeper Sleep with Dynamic Cache Sizing: Saves power by flushing cache data to system memory during periods of inactivity to lower CPU voltage.
Hard Drive: The extra large 320 GB Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive (7200 RPM) offers a wealth of storage space, perfect for storing a vast multimedia collection or for editing digital video. This SATA hard drive has a 3Gb/s interface speed that enables up to 300MB/s data transfer rates (double the speed of the current SATA interface of 1.5Gb/s).
Memory: The 3 GB of installed RAM (PC5300, 1 x 2 GB, 2 x 1 GB) helps boost the amount of available video RAM that's shared with this notebook's video card. It also offers a top-of-class 667 MHz speed. This notebook has a 4 GB maximum RAM capacity (2 x 2 GB). To receive the faster data transfer benefits of the dual-channel DDR2 RAM, any RAM additions require memory modules of same capacity and clockspeed.
DVD/CD Drive: This multiformat DVD/CD drive is compatible with writing both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats as well as dual-layer (DL) DVD+/-R discs, which can store up to 8.5 GB of data. It features 4x DVD-R DL Write Once, 2.4x DVD+R DL Write Once, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-RW, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, and 40x CD-ROM speeds.
This LightScribe DVDยฑRW drive lets you laser-etch silkscreen quality text and images on to CDs and DVDs . Your software, PC and discs work together for a no-hassle way to burn just the labels you want. After you burn content, just flip the disc over, reinsert and burn your label--anything from a simple title to a full-disc work of art.
Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a 101-key keyboard and a touchpad with on/off button and dedicated vertical/horizontal Scroll Up/Down pad. It also includes two quick-launch buttons (HP QuickPlay Music and DVD).

Screen, Video & Audio
You'll enjoy razor-sharp graphics and widescreen movies with the 15.4-inch WXGA high-definition screen, which displays an 18 percent larger picture than standard 15-inch screens and an improved contrast ratio. It has a widescreen resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels--perfect for watching DVD movies the way they were meant to be seen. Video is powered by the Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS graphics card, which provides up to 1535 MB of available RAM/video memory (256 MB dedicated video RAM) for unmatched HD video performance on a notebook PC. With support for Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 and High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDR), the 8400M lets you rip through all of today's most advanced and cutting-edge games and applications.

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
Be ready for the next platform in wireless connectivity with the integrated quad-mode Intel Wireless 4965AGN Wi-Fi chip. Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, it offers up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range as existing 802.11g wireless. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found in home routers and wi-fi hotspots) as well as 802.11a networks (which has a higher throughput, but more limited range--great for closed office environments). It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard 54/34 card slot (though no standard PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. You get a good offering of connectivity options:

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
1 HDMI output (for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable)
Analog video out: 1 VGA monitor port and 1 S-Video port for connecting to a TV or projector
1 ExpressCard 54/34
2 headphone jacks and 1 microphone jack
1 notebook expansion port 3 (for use with the HP xb3000 Expansion Base or the HP Notebook QuickDock)
1 consumer IR (infrared)
5-in-1 memory card reader (Secure Digital, MultiMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card)
10/100 Fast Ethernet
56K modem (V.90)

Dimensions & Weight
This notebook measures 14.05 x 10.12 x 1.56 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 6.14 pounds.

Power
This notebook is powered by a 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers up to 2 hours of battery life (dependent upon computing conditions).

What's in the Box
This package contains the HP Pavilion dv6871us notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, IR remote control, earphones, and operating instructions. It is backed by a limited warranty for parts and labor for one year from date of purchase as well as technical telephone assistance for one year. Software is also covered for 30 days from date of purchase.

Reduce your impact on the environment with this Energy Star-certified system and HP's innovative take-back options, including trade-in, recycling and donation.

Customer Review: VERY VERY decent laptop

I purchased this product as a desktop replacement. I've had it for a few weeks now and it is great. It actually came with more than I expected. Great wide screen, mic, webcam, quick-key buttons for quick play, mouse pad disable option, all of the jacks and ports you need, quick on/off switch for wireless network card, decent speakers, dedicated cards, and more.

The only things that have been poor thus far is that my disk player would open itself randomly (it has been a little while since it last did that), and when installed Windows Live Messenger it began to restart itself as windows kept saying it was in a critical state every time it booted up. Thank heavens for safe mode and restart points! A bit of bloatware but there is no problem with uninstalling.

Overall, I highly recommend this well-rounded laptop to everyone in search of something perfect for the price.

Tags : laptop , Computer

Sony VAIO VGN-CR407E/P 14.1

2008-06-25T19:40:00.000+07:00

Sony VAIO VGN-CR407E/P 14.1" Laptop (1.73 GHz Intel Pentium Dual Core T2370 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium) Pink
Sony customer service sucks but the pink color is HOT!
I have the newer CR-490 version of this computer ( Intel® Core(tm) 2 Duo Processor T8300 ,2.4 GHz, 2 GB RAM, 250 GB Hardrive). I was on my way to the apple store when the pinkness of the laptop caught my eye. My ex has had Vaios for a few years and swears by them. After going to the Apple store & being overlooked by all the sales reps ( a class was about to start, so in all fairness maybe they didn't realize I was there to purchase), I decided on this cute little number instead. I had to wait a little over a week because they can't keep them in stock but I was able to buy one 10 days ago.

About 5 days after buying it, my network adapter stopped working and I had to call Sony support. The two gentleman that helped me were wonderful. The first tech couldn't get my adapter to start, so he transferred me to a senior tech who corrected my problem via remote access. I was pleased, until my adapter went out again last night. I called sony support again and this time the tech was RUDE! He asked if I remembered what the previous tech had done to fix the problem. When I replied he fixed it via remote access, he said remote access was too vague and that I had to have remembered some of the things that he did. I stated, again, that the tech used remote access to try several things and that I was unsure of what he did because none of it required my assistance. ( Anyway, if I could remember what the tech did, I wouldn't need tech support again now would I ?) He then went on to tell me to look in my tool bar for items that did not exist and no matter how many times I told him that there were no double arrows showing, he kept instructing me to look for them. I finally got fed up and requested to speak to someone else. He said there were no other techs available. I requested to speak to a supervisor and of course no supervisor was available either. He told me to call back the next day. I called back today and low and behold I got the same guy. I ask for a supervisor and he comes back, after leaving me on hold for several minutes, and states that no supervisor will be available until 9 am EST. I informed him that I was calling from the east coast and the time was currently 9:34 EST so therefore I would like to speak to a supervisor. He argued that it was 7 am EST and that a supervisor wouldn't be in for 2 more hours. I hung up. I called back at 2 pm EST and asked again for a supervisor. A young lady stated that she would see if a supervisor could accomodate me. She placed me on hold for several minutes, only to come back and state that the supervisor said he could not accomodate me at this time. I told her that as a repeat Sony customer (several tvs, video game systems and vaios) that my family would not be dealing with Sony anymore if this was the kind of service they offered. I called the store that I purchased the computer at to see how to make a complaint with Sony's Headquarters. I was told that unfortunately phone support isn't always the best but that they would be more than willing to help in the store. They are going to exchange my laptop for a new one and will allow me to deal with them in the store from now on. The only problem is the store is an hour away and it's the closest one.

That being said, the laptop is an eyecatcher. Several friends have been oohing & aahing over the "girlyness" of it. It's very lite and doesn't burn my leg like the old Averatec back up laptop that it is replacing. The battery power could be better. I get about 2 hours. Sony states 2-4 hrs. I noticed some reviews complained about the feel of the keys but I haven't noticed anything distracting about them. The touchpad is also easy to use as well. I am having difficulty getting used to Vista though. It is soooo much slower than XP. I was told that Vista takes about 1GB of memory to run and that if I increase my memory to 4GB, I should see an improvement. I hope so. Vista's layout is also a little annoying. I'm used to having everything in plan sight with XP and find myself having to frequently use the help menu to locate things. I guess I'll get used to it in time.

So if you're in the mood for an eyecatching design and have easy access to a Sony store, this might be the laptop for you. If you will have to deal exclusively with Sony phone support, I'd suggest getting an Apple or a Dell( comes in several colors as well). Also beware, if you purchase it from a Sony Store, there is a 15% restocking fee if you return it. OUCH!

Tags : Sony Laptop , Laptop , Sony VAIO

HP Pavilion TX1420US

2008-06-20T14:02:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion TX1420US 12.1" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core Processor TL-66, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Black Wave

Greal laptop, but some tiny things could be better...
Just got mine about 5 hours ago and love the look and feel of the machine... Vista is just horrible but that can be fixed with a downgrade. My one 'problem' with the design is the battery which kinda sticks out the back making the laptop difficult to handle other than from the front and sides.

One more small detail that bugs me is that the spring loaded slot for the stylus broke almost instantly and now it is very difficult to remove and re-enter... I dunno I guess it's no big loss but it still bothers me that something broke right away.

Overall a great little machine though, I'll update once I've installed some games and programs on it.

Update (5 days after arrival):
I ended up setting it up as a dual-boot machine with both XP and Vista and I have to say I'm VERY happy with the results, XP runs much smoother and faster but Vista still has some options I like so it's the best of both worlds. Vista runs autocad and solid works very smoothly and the games I've tried so far have all worked great at mid to max settings.

After reading some of the other comments about this laptop I have to say the screen is not that blurry (I don't notice anyways)... of course the texture is different because it IS a touch screen after all. Seriously this laptop runs cool and silent compared to all other laptops I've owned and even after being on all day... I wouldn't use it in bed or anything since the bottom vents need to be clear but who uses a laptop in bed that much anyways?

Tags : HP Laptop , Laptop , HP Notebook

Sony VAIO VGN-CR420E/L 14.1

2008-06-11T11:18:00.000+07:00

Sony VAIO VGN-CR420E/L 14.1" Laptop (2.1 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)

perfect computer
i received my sony laptop after a short time of ordering.
computer is great by itself but white color.
you can buy same laptop with cheaper price but sony.
if you are crazy about sony brand it is a good choise.

Fast, reliable computer with a huge hard drive
I'm sick of slow computers, computers that get viruses even when you have the protection, bugs, etc. This computer was an awesome buy, and it's also stylish. the windows vista took some getting used to, but it really is a great computer

Stylishly designed notebook in indigo blue with 14.1-inch screen and multimedia playback control buttons
2.10 GHz "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 processor, 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB RAM (4 GB max), 8x multi-format/dual-layer DVD drive
Quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth (with stereo music streaming), 10/100 Ethernet, Intel X3100 video card with up to 358 MB of shared memory
Connectivity: 3 USB, 1 FireWire, ExpressCard 34 slot, Memory Stick & SD readers, VGA & S-Video output
Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media Center capabilities)

Tags : Sony Laptop , Laptop , Sony VAIO

HP Pavilion DV6810US 15.4" Laptop

2008-06-05T11:03:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6810US 15.4" Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)

DV6810us RUNS WAY TOO HOT + DVD DRIVE NOISY!
Beware! This laptop generates a lot of heat underneath, and on the palm rest. I don't like heat too much and I bought this laptop to use to watch movies and surf the web in my bedroom. Also, the DVD drive is very noisy. Additionally, the AC adapter gets SO HOT that it would burn my children if they were to accidentally touch it. Otherwise, the display was ok and it only took me about 2 hours to downgrade to XP and get everything working. I returned it and suffered a $102 restocking fee, but I bought the Toshiba A215-S5837 and it was ~ $100 cheaper so in the end I broke even and got a much quieter and cooler running laptop.
HP Laptops

Entertainment-centric notebook PC with widescreen 15.4-inch LCD and stylish high-gloss finish with wave imprint
64-bit 2.0 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-60 dual-core processor, 160 GB hard drive, 3 GB RAM (4 GB max), LightScribe dual-layer DVD drive
54g Wi-Fi (802.11b/g); Bluetooth; 10/100 Ethernet; Nvidia GeForce Go 7150 graphics (up to 1071 MB of available memory)
Connectivity: 3 USB, 1 FireWire, 1 VGA, 1 S-Video, ExpressCard 54/34, 5-in-1 memory card reader
Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1); includes remote control

Tags : HP Laptop , Laptop , HP Notebook

ASUS Eee PC 12G

2008-05-27T10:55:00.000+07:00

ASUS Eee PC 12G (8.9" Screen, 900 MHz Intel Mobile CPU, 1 GB RAM, 12 GB Solid State Drive, XP Home) Pearl White

Portable office in a purse
OK, it's not a powerhouse, but I knew that when I bought it. That said, it does exactly what I want it to do--it helps me be productive without having to drag out my full sized laptop. Surprisingly, it's a lot faster than I expected. My only complaint-- when I do try to type an email, the space bar isn't as responsive on the right side--does better when pressing on the left. But what can you expect with something this small? I'm still very pleased overall. I purchased a larger purse and now the laptop goes with me most everywhere. Along with my wireless modem, I can surf at the beach whenever! Love it, love it!!
Asus Laptops

Love it.
We just got this yesterday. I know that one day is not a long time to evaluate anything, but if I don't write this now, I never will.

I bought this for my wife for her business trips. She had a regular sized laptop which she was growing tired of lugging about.

I had to 'convince' her that this would be a good thing for her. However, after it arrived, she promptly fell in love with it. She does such things as e-mail, web browsing, logging on her company web site, etc. She is also addicted to those little tile-matching games which require little graphic power.

It seems "peppy" and the screen appears bright, at least inside a building. I cannot comment on brightness outside in the sunlight (I know another reviewer commented on the dark screen, perhaps he was referring to being outside?)

The keyboard is small of course, though I had little difficulty in using it. However, if you intend some serious word processing, this is probably not the PC for that job.

There is no CD. You will need to install software either from the internet, a USB port, or from another PC on your home network (I shared out the CD drive from another pc on our network).

Ever feel that most notebooks are still too large to travel with? The new Eee PC 900 offers you more options for your mobile computing needs. Incorporating a shockproof design and weighing 2.18 pounds, you will find it "Easy to learn, work and play" - making it your best outdoor companion anywhere, anytime. The large 8.9? screen size allows for more screen space - making it more comfortable on the eyes reading and editing documents when viewing a single A4 page without the need to scroll left or right. On the top of this screen is the 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera that works synchronously with the 802.11b/g wireless to provide web conferencing anywhere, anytime for easier web communications and increased work efficiency. Another great feature is the built-in 12GB Solid State Disk (SSD) for quick 15 second boot times that makes for a quiet, energy saving, shock proof design, which is ideal for reporters, wildlife photographers and other like-minded outdoor enthusiasts. Preinstalled on the Eee PC to provide you a familiar interface is Microsoft's Windows XP Home, Windows Live Messenger and Works for numerous office applications. Lastly the special FingerGlide makes operating the Eee PC easy and convenient through simple finger movements on the touch pad that allows for scrolling horizontally and vertically through documents by swiping two fingers up or down across the surface of the trackpad, or zoom in or zoom out of pictures by making pinching or stretching movement with your fingers. With all of these features the Asus Eee PC makes for a fantastic purchase as a well-equipped second PC or a Web access tool, so beat the crowds, and get yours today before they sell out! Intel UMA Display Card 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera WiFi 802.11b/g Wireless 10/100Mbps LAN Hi-Definition Audio Speaker and Microphone Memory Card Slot - MultiMedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital (SD) Card, SDHC Connections - 3 x USB, VGA, Headphone, Mi

Tags : Asus Laptop , Laptop , Notebook

Apple MacBook MB404LL/A

2008-05-24T10:01:00.000+07:00

Apple MacBook MB404LL/A 13.3" Laptop (2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 2 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive) Black

Small and poweful
As this is my very first laptops, I have little to compare with. I have always been a Mac guy so I only know the
Mac operating system. The lapbook is small as I wanted and the operating system is fast and simple to use.
It is mac quality and the mouse pad is fairly easy to get use to. It really is a nice machine. I like the black
finish and the quality is above par. The new mag plug is a very good idea. As all new Macs, its easy to set up.
If you have more another Mac you can transfer most of your settings and passwords via firewire. As always with the Mac, it is simple.
Apple Laptops

very cool
this is very cool. But there is no microsoft office 2004 as it posted on the web site. You need to buy microsoft office 2008 separate.

Best Gift EVER
My MacBook is thee best thing that could ever happen to my business! Of course it's my personal computer as well...switching from a PC to a Mac is like going from High School to College! It makes using a computer fun!!!

People tried to talk me out of a laptop, but I have to say, having the convenience and flexability has helped me put together the tools I need to get my Art out there.

If you are considering purchasing this MacBook, you won't be sorry. Mac OS X Leopard & iLife features have so much to offer,I recommend watching the video before making your decision, you won't be able to order it fast enough!! OBTW...Amazon's price beats everyone else's (if you really want it fast...don't go with the super saver shipping...way too slow for me, wanted it ASAP!)

Tags : Cheap Apple Laptops , discount Apple Laptops , Buy Apple Laptops

ASUS Eee PC 20G

2008-05-18T09:50:00.000+07:00

ASUS Eee PC 20G (8.9" Screen, 900 MHz Intel Mobile CPU, 1 GB RAM, 20 GB Solid State Drive, Linux Preloaded) Pearl White

Asus EEE PC 20G = Perfection
I had the EEE PC 4G and once I found out the 20G 900 was coming out, back to the store it went!! If you are on the fence between this and the 4G 701 for $399, I would say the extra $150 for this one is money well spent as you get a bigger screen, which is awesome, allows you to view a web page without having to scroll left or right, 5X the storage, 20 Gigs compared to only 4 Gigs on the EEE PC 701 and twice the ram. Same form factor, and definitely is a head turner. Only caveat is Linux was just not for me, so I slapped on Windows XP very easily using the instructions provided in the user manual and the driver disk provided by ASUS.

Asus Laptops

The new Eee PC 900 offers you more options for your mobile computing needs. Incorporating a shockproof design and weighing 2.18 pounds, you will find it "Easy to learn, work and play" - making it your best outdoor companion anywhere, anytime. The large 8.9? screen size allows for more screen space - making it more comfortable on the eyes reading and editing documents when viewing a single A4 page without the need to scroll left or right. On the top of this screen is the 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera that works synchronously with the 802.11b/g wireless to provide web conferencing anywhere, anytime for easier web communications and increased work efficiency. Another great feature is the built-in 20GB Solid State Disk (SSD) which offers 15 seconds boot times that also makes for a quiet, energy saving, shock proof design, which is ideal for reporters, wildlife photographers and other like-minded outdoor enthusiasts. On the Eee PC 900L 40 applications are pre-installed such as the Linux Operating System, OpenOffice Productivity Suite, Firefox browser, media player and more. Lastly the special FingerGlide makes operating the Eee PC easy and convenient through simple finger movements on the touch pad that allows for scrolling horizontally and vertically through documents by swiping two fingers up or down across the surface of the trackpad, or zoom in or zoom out of pictures by making pinching or stretching movement with your fingers. With all of these features the Asus Eee PC makes for a fantastic purchase as a well-equipped second PC or a Web access tool, so beat the crowds, and get yours today before they sell out! Intel UMA Display Card 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera WiFi 802.11b/g Wireless 10/100Mbps LAN Hi-Definition Audio Speaker and Microphone Memory Card Slot - MultiMedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital (SD) Card, SDHC Connections - 3 x USB, VGA, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions - 8.85

Tags : Asus Laptop , Laptop , Notebook

Toshiba Satellite A305-S6845 15.4" Laptop

2008-05-15T12:17:00.000+07:00

Toshiba Satellite A305-S6845 15.4" Laptop (2.1 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 400 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)

Perfect Little Machine
This is the 5th Toshiba laptop that I've purchased for our small start-up company. It's evident that Toshiba has nailed down how to develop a workhorse of a laptop. Versus the Dells and IBM's we have in house I receive no trouble calls or incidents on these machines in over a year. I can't say the same for the other computers. Slowly but surely we will be switching over to all Toshiba's.
Other then the 17 inch model I use this is one of the nicest 15.4 model out there. 3 GBs of ram and dual core AMD gold processors are rock solid. We do a lot of graphical design and web development and haven't been able to slow this machine down. When we take this machine to client meetings everyone always wants to check this unit out. The black case with its discrete styling makes even the macs look boring.

Toshiba Laptops

Sparked with good looks starting at six pounds, the 15.4-inch diagonal widescreen Satellite A305-S6845 laptop is well suited for your ambitious multitasking efforts. The latest Intel Core 2 Duo Processor and desktop-like capabilities of an ExpressCard slot and expanded USB ports, backed by larger hard drives for high end workloads, increases the systems overall functionality while providing optimal storage capacity. Securing your files in the notebook has gotten a lot easier by integrating a Fingerprint reader, just swipe your finger to access secure websites or just logging into Windows. A six CD/DVD control media keypad, and a DVD SuperMulti drive start you off on a multimedia adventure. Make the connections that you want to make the most of with the Satellite A305-S6845 affordable laptop with wireless 802.11A/B/G/N. 15.4 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) TruBrite TFT LCD display Built-in Webcam and Microphone ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3650 with 512MB DDR dedicated Graphics Memory Harman/Kardon Stereo Speakers Labelflash DVD+-R/RW Super Multi Drive with Double Layer Intel PRO/Wireless 4965 802.11A/B/G/N 10/100 Ethernet LAN 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 54/34 Slot Fingerprint Reader 4 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, TV-Out (S-Video), HDMI, IEEE-1394, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.3 (W) x 10.5 (D) x 1.52 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.0 pounds

Tags : Toshiba Laptop , Laptop , Notebook

HP Pavilion DV2840SE

2008-05-10T11:53:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV2840SE 14.1" Special Edition Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-60 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want rich digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features in a distinctive design, the HP Pavilion DV2840SE Notebook PC delivers! It features a high-gloss HP Verve Imprint Finish featuring rich shades of bronze and organic design elements. And AMD mobile dual-core technology with 4GBs of RAM enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. Listen without disturbing others with the included stereo earbud headphones, while dual headphone jacks also allow you to share your entertainment. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. Create custom laser-etched disc labels right in the drive for a personal or professional finish with LightScribe Technology. This 5.25lbs light notebook exists at the intersection of computing and entertainment with its 14.1" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display, innovative entertainment features and fresh design. 14.1 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen Display Built-in Webcam and Microphone NVidia Geforce Go 7150M (UMA) with up to 1071MB Shared Graphics Memory LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.11A/B/G/N Wireless 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN Bluetooth 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 54/34 Slot 3 x USB 2.0, 2 x Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, TV-Out (S-Video), IEEE-1394, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 13.15 (L) x 9.33 (W) x 1.54 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 5.25 pounds

HP Laptops

Customer service is not good
Following in the pattern of everything conceptualize in America but made in CHINA stay with SONY or TOSHIBA. Bought a computer from AMAZON, first they sent me the wrong computer second three months later the keyboard stop working, since I took my laptop to Costa Rica my WARANNTY IS NOT VALID even thought they have outsource a large part of Customer support in Costa Rica, and they have a huge service center in Costa Rica simple they wont help me out, HOW can a company this large abandonded a customer with out any resposibility. HP is a multinational with out any respest......! I am ambarassed to say come from the bay area as well as this multinational company. Both friends who work in Costa Rica and San Jose California for HP said HOW COULD I have bought HP....! I wanted to give it a try and buy ¨American(made in china¨).

Greate buy with cool looking design
I have Sony SZ110 laptop which I bought two years ago. I decide to look for a new one since the Sony seems to run very slow consider the amount of money I paid for the Sony one($1500). I have looked at HP, Dell, Gateway, and Toshiba, and then decide to go with this HP. I did a custom build this laptop on HP site and cost around $1250. When I saw at best buy discount for $799 ($100 off), I didn't wait very long. I have been a long fan of Sony due to their quality, however, this time it is HP.

Pros: 1) I like the design and the finishing - very shine and glossy. At night when you turn it on, the blue light on the laptop looks outstanding 2) The performance is very good. I have alot of software on this machine including Adobe CS3 suite and this thing shut down in 30 seconds and will boot everything up in 1 minute - fully load. 3) A great price for this kind of laptop.

Cons: 1) The volume control is slow to reponse when using the assign buttons. 2) this baby give out heat about 20-30% more than my sony. 3) The screen is not as bright as my sony (10-15% less), but if you don't have a sony before or don't care about the screen to be very bright, then it doesn't matter.

For your my normal usage, the battery last about 2.25 - 3.00 (6 cells).

Overall, this is a great buy. If I have to buy again, I would buy this one again.

Tags : HP Laptop , Laptop , HP Notebook , Notebook

Apple MacBook Pro MB133LL/A 15.4" Laptop

2008-05-04T08:17:00.000+07:00

2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 2 GB RAM, 200 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD SuperDrive
2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3 MB on-chip shared L2 cache running 1:1 with processor speed, Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard
2 GB RAM (two SO-DIMM) 677 MHz DDR2 SD-RAM (PC2-5300), 200 GB 5400 rpm Serial ATA hard drive, slot load 8x Super Drive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
One FireWire 400, one FireWire 800, two USB 2.0 ports, and ExpressCard/34 slot
Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit); built-in 54 Mbps AirPort Extreme (802.11n); built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
15.4-inch (diagonal), 1440 by 900 resolution, matte TFT LED widescreen display with NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with 256 MB of GDDR3 memory and dual-link DVI
Apple Laptops

Great New Computer
I've been a Mac user for over 7 years and am on my fourth computer, and by far, this one is my favorite!

This MacBook Pro is the most balanced one they've come out with, and it has all of the most up-to-date features including these key ones:

1. Runs cooler than my friends' previous version MBP
2. Mulit-touch is nice but I don't use it a lot
3. Upgraded iSight camera makes for great video chatting and works perfectly with many other programs. I use it almost daily for video journaling
4. LED screen isn't "new" for this model, but it is a great feature that makes the screen look wonderful
5. More storage on the entry-level model than before

All in all, I'm very satisfied with this computer and would recommend it to anyone looking for a solid laptop that has speed but isn't huge. Also, the size difference compared to the MacBook is minimal in my opinion. Sometimes this actually seems smaller given the sleeker design.

Of course, the only drawback is the price, but over the life of the computer, I think it will be well worth it. Finally, it is a Mac and it has the best operating system available (Mac OS 10.5) whether you're a newbie or computer aficionado!

From PC: Macbook Pro blew past my expectations
Coming from PC, I never thought I'd dish out the extra bucks for a Mac. The new Macbook Pro is by far the best laptop I've ever used. I absolutely love the Leopard OS, build quality, and speed of this machine! Noise is a BIG issue for me as I planned to use it in bed and it is not silent as my iPhone of course but as far as laptops go I don't think there is anything quieter on the market now except perhaps the Macbook Air which I almost bought. The functionality of the OS and bleeding edge technology packed into this thing far exceed anything I thought was possible with a portable computing platform. I plan to dual boot Windows XP to be able to use all of my Windows software on this aluminum beauty. Absolutely loving it.

Toshiba Satellite A205-S5812 15.4" Laptop

2008-04-20T08:22:00.000+07:00

Toshiba Satellite A205-S5812 15.4" Laptop (Intel Pentium Dual Core T2330 Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
Good laptop for the price
I bought this toshiba satellite a205-s5804 at bestbuy for $450 a couple of months ago. After making several research, this laptop seems to be the best for tis price. I upgraded the ram to 2 GB , I bought kingston 1gb kvr667d2s5/1g from Newegg for $18.99/each, I installed it with no problem. This is my second laptop after my IBM R40, i guess it makes sense to buy a new laptop than to repair the old one. So far, I have no problem. I disabled all the startup program except the sidebar, and my computer opens fast. The only problem I had was, I was not aware that you have to turn on the wireless internet connection by switching on a button that is on the front edge of the notebook, it lights up once you have it on. I have to use a cordless mouse because the tab on the mouse pad is not soft to touch and you will hear a loud tapping sound everytime you press on it. I have a black laptop, with a white keyboard. I never realize that it is easier to read the letters on the keyboard when it is white. Keyboard is soft to touch and wide enough for people with big fingers.The sound is good, after my experience with the IBM's lousy sound. I like the wheel on the front edge of the notebook to adjust the sound.
Toshiba Laptops

The stylish Satellite A205-S5812 Notebook PC is must have for everyday computing with a 15.4" diagonal widescreen. Intel mobile technology offers powerful processing capabilities along with large capacity hard drives and memory. Stay in touch with the built-in 802.11b/g wireless Wi-Fi. A robust, yet lightweight design starting at 6.0 pounds, this notebook is perfect for watching DVDs and since it comes with 2GB RAM you get the freedom to work with multi-window viewing of several applications at a time. With 160GB Hard Drive capacity, store music, photos, videos and office files. Use the ExpressCard slot and USB ports for your peripheral devices. If you're looking for inexpensive basic notebook to work with e-mailing, typing up reports, or just surfing the web this notebook is the right choice for you. 15.4 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) TruBrite TFT LCD display Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 with up to 358MB shared graphics memory DVD+-R/RW Super Multi Drive with Double Layer Realtek 802.11B/G Wireless 10/100 Ethernet 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 2 USB 2.0, 1 Headphone out, 1 VGA, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.3 (W) x 10.5 (D) x 1.55 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.0lbs

Sony VAIO VGN-NR240E/S 15.4" Laptop

2008-04-14T10:44:00.001+07:00

Sony VAIO VGN-NR240E/S 15.4" Laptop (Intel Pentium Dual Core T2330 Processor, 1 GB RAM, 200 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)

sony
While I am satisfied with my lightweight, easy to tote along,Sony Vaio 15.4" laptop, I am very disapointed with the product delivery. The battery was not enclosed, nor was the mouse. Amazon gave me the number to reach Sony customer service and after 43 minutes of run around and being placed on hold several times, I gave up. I have been away from home since then and have not yet repeated my efforts. I ended up purchasing a battery locally in order to use the laptop on this trip. The missing mouse is not a problem as I have a blue tooth wireless mouse that I will be using instead. I expected more from Sony. Unless I get satisfaction soon this will be the last Sony product that I will purchase. (Forget the new HD large screen TV-if they won't take care of something this small, I won't consider a large purchase.
Sony Laptops

The 15.4" VAIO(R) NR notebook with XBRITE-ECO LCD technology exemplifies contemporary style in a mobile PC ideal for everyday productivity and entertainment. Boasting an aesthetic yet functional design, it will turn heads with its unpretentious charm. Enjoy superior performance with an available Intel Pentium Dual Core processor. Connect to wireless networks, such as your home network or public hotspots at cafés and airports, with wireless LAN technology. And build your own media library with the built-in CD/DVD burner. With its good looks and tools like these, the VAIO(R) NR is a great PC for all your day-to-day computing endeavors. 15.4 WXGA (1280 x 800) XBRITE-ECO Display Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 with up to 251MB Video Memory DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer Atheros 802.11B/G Wireless 10/100 Ethernet Card Reader - Memory Stick, Secure Digital (SD) 1 ExpressCard Slot (34 Slot) 4 USB 2.0, 1 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 IEEE 1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.2 (W) x 10.6 (D) x 1.5 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.2lbs

Tags : Sony Laptop , Laptop , Sony VAIO

HP Pavilion DV6770SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop

2008-04-06T09:35:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV6770SE 15.4" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-62 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-edge mobile performance and communication features in a distinctive design, the HP Pavilion dv6700 series Special Edition Notebook PC delivers! It features a subtle HP-exclusive Radiance pattern that is a mixture of ripples on a sea of radial lines. And AMD mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. Listen without disturbing others with the included stereo earbud headphones. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. This 6.06lbs light notebook exists at the intersection of computing and entertainment with its 15.4" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display, innovative entertainment features and fresh design. 15.4 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen display NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS with up to 1535MB graphics memory with 256MB dedicated Built-in Webcam and microphone SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.11B/G Wireless 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 3 USB 2.0, 2 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 TV-Out (S-Video), 1 IEEE-1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.05 (W) x 10.12 (D) x 1.56 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 6.06lbs
HP Laptop

Good value for money
This particular laptop model is a good value for your money (March 2008 when I purchased it). I spent some time shopping around for a laptop to replace my desktop at a reasonable price, and this model was the winner. It has a faster AMD dual core processor than comparable models (TL-62 at 2.1 GHz). Similar priced laptops most likely give you the AMD model below (the slower TL-60). If you prefer Intel processors, you'll pay a premium as most laptops at this price range give you an Intel Duo Core T5450 which runs at a slower 1.7 GHz. If you want a 2.0 GHz processor, you have to upgrade to the T7250 or T8100 processor which costs $150+ more.

This laptop gives you a generous 3 GB of RAM which is a big plus. 250 GB hard drive is the standard size for less-than-$1000 laptops. For me, the biggest feature is the 256 MB nVidia GeForce 8400M GS discrete graphics card. The discrete graphics card allows you to run video games much more smoothly than an integrated graphics card found on cheaper laptops. 256 MB is very good for a laptop at this price. I play Battlefield 2142 and it runs smoothly on the laptop. I'm sure it will struggle with the newest, more graphics-intensive games that will be released later in 2008, but then you'll need to buy a very expensive gaming laptop or just go with a desktop... I definitely didn't want to spend $2,000+ on a laptop.

As for the negatives, they are minor:
1) QuickPlay is a complete joke. I thought you could play a DVD movie without loading up Windows. Nope... If you press the QuickPlay button, the laptop still loads Windows but takes you directly to the QuickPlay interface. Not much benefit in this...

Here's a blurb from Wikipedia if you search on "QuickPlay":

"As of 2008, QuickPlay versions 3.0 and newer included in notebooks shipping with Windows Vista, do not provide users with instant access to the software, as the "Direct" function no longer exists due to unresolved compatibilty issues. Users must first boot into Windows and access their user accounts before the software can run. It is currently unknown if or when HP plans to release newer versions of Quickplay, with a direct boot function."

2) The specs on the laptop battery that's included with the package shows battery life at 2 hours. Not very long. It probably can't last through a whole movie. If you plan to work a lot without power (e.g. Working during a airplane flight), buy an extra higher-capacity battery.
3) You get no CD/DVD in the box. As you'll read in the instructions, you'll need to burn a few DVD/CD's to create recovery discs the first time you boot up the laptop.

There are faster and more graphics-intensive laptops. But if you're looking to replace a desktop computer with a laptop without spending a lot (under $1,000), I recommend this laptop model.

Tags : HP Laptop , Laptop , HP Notebook , Notebook

Apple MacBook MB403LL/A 13.3" Laptop

2008-03-31T09:23:00.001+07:00

Apple MacBook MB403LL/A 13.3" Laptop (2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive)

MacBook is Great
I purchased the MacBook for my first laptop computer, and my first Mac. It is great, easy to use, still trying to figure out all the tricks of the trade, but it is so much cleaner than a "pc" as the commercial calls them. I would definitely recommend this computer to anyone who is worried about not being able to use a Mac, it is really easy. The delivery was right on time, and the only thing I'm waiting on is the mail in rebate, because it is still processing. No complaints from this guy!!!

awsome
This is my first macbook and first apple product i dont even own a ipod, and i have to say that it is with out a doubt the best computer i have ever owned. very easy to fidgure out the mac osx. about the only gripe i have with it is all the updates i had to download on a new computer. Other then that it is perfect. I am in Iraq and the video messages i can send to friends and family are a nice way to stay in touch.
Apple Laptops

You'll never run out of space for all your important files with this advanced and seamlessly integrated MacBook with 160GB of hard drive space. Multitasking is faster than before with 2GB of memory and the latest Intel Core Duo processor. Its specialized trackpad has two-finger scrolling, which makes moving around your screen faster and easier. You'll have complete freedom from endless wires with the AirPort Extreme 802.11n Wi-Fi wireless. Bonjour lets you easily share files with others on your network. Connect a printer to the AirPort and you're ready to print from anywhere in your home. Sync up your Bluetooth-enabled phone with the built-in Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR technology. The high-res 13.3" widescreen TFT LCD screen gives you sharp-looking text and graphics. Use the built-in iSight camera to video chat or even create your own movie. 3MB of shared L2 cache and a newly enhanced SSE4 vector engine makes this MacBook a top performer.

13.3 Glossy WXGA (1280 x 800) Display Built-in iSight Camera and internal omnidirectional microphone Intel GMA X3100 graphics processor with 144MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory 8X Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD+-R DL/DVD+-RW/CD-RW) Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking (802.11a/b/g/n) Built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet 2 USB 2.0, 1 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, mini-DVI output port, 1 FireWire 400, 1 MagSafe power port Dimensions - Approx. 12.78 (W) x 1.08 (H) x 8.92 (D) Weight - Approx. 5 lbs

2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3 MB shared L2 Cache
2 GB (two SO-DIMM) 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM; 160 GB 5400 rpm Serial ATA hard drive; 8x Double-Layer SuperDrive
One FireWire 400, two USB 2.0 ports, DVI, VGA, S-video, and composite video (requires adapters, sold separately)
Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) Ethernet; Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11n); built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) module
13.3-inch (diagonal) glossy TFT widescreen display, 1280 x 800 resolution; Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard

Tags : Apple Laptop , Laptop , Notebook

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ660N/C 13.3" Laptop

2008-03-25T10:11:00.000+07:00

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ660N/C 13.3" Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7500, 2 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, Vista Business)
Sleekly designed, lightweight notebook with 13.3-inch screen (with Webcam), 4-pound black carbon fiber case
2.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 processor, ReadyDrive hybrid hard drive system (160 GB HDD with 256 MB flash RAM), 2 GB RAM (4 GB max), dual-layer DVD drive
Connectivity: 2 USB, 1 FireWire, 1 VGA, Quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth, multi-format memory card reader
Hybrid Graphics System lets toggle between NVidia GeForce Go 8400M (up to 831 MB shared) and Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 (358 MB shared)
Pre-installed with Windows Vista Business; ready for Sprint Broadband WWAN service (subscription required)
Sony Laptops

I do not rate 5 stars 'cause the price
I'm very satisfied with the SZ670. During the last 3 years I've been working with a Sony Vaio FX series and never had problems with that. The "problem" with Vaio's, as previous commented, is the quantity of foolish softwares pre-installed. I rated it with 4 stars 'cause:

1st) Pre-installed foolish softwares will take only 30 minutes from you to snatch that out being a reversible problem.
2nd) The battery impressed me taking 3 to 4 hours to finish off depending on the application and brightess configuration).
3rd) In comparison with my FX I noticed 40% less weight.
4th) The Video Card is not a GeForce 8500 GT 512 Mbps, but to deal with 13.3' laptops is the better one that I've been reaching.
5th) The Xbrite LCD screen is outstanding for business purposes and even for videos, movies and so on. I noticed an improvement regarding the reflection in comparison with the FX as well. It was normal the LCD reflects the lights behind it disturbing my vision, and now this problem was reduced and almost fixed.
6th) The T7700 processor responds well to Windows Vista with no lags.
7th) Some advice: use Mozilla Firefox instead of Internet Explorer. I've experienced some troubles with IE 7.0 running on Vista like freezes and suddenly ends since I installed Vista.
8th) I did not try the downgrade for XP.

Tags : Sony Laptop , Laptop , Notebook , Sony VAIO

Toshiba Satellite U305-S2812 13.3 inch Laptop

2008-03-21T08:29:00.000+07:00

Toshiba Satellite U305-S2812 13.3" Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5550, 2 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Home Premium)

The Satellite U305 laptop places high value performance on the design you want to buy. Featuring a dazzling 13.3-inch diagonal widescreen WXGA display with stunning TruBrite technology, get more from your views in a compact laptop. It doesn't get much more portable than this, at just 4.6 pounds the Satellite U305 is ergonomically and sleekly redesigned, the chassis features an integrated hinge design for flexible screen adjustment and smooth, clean lines. This laptop delivers a host of features including wireless connectivity, DVD SuperMulti drive, and Webcam for entertainment to go. With the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processor enjoy superior speeds in every application you choose to run. 13.3 diagonal WXGA 1280 x 800 TruBrite TFT LCD Display Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 with up to 251MB shared video memory Built-in Webcam and microphone SuperMulti DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer Support Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965 802.11AGN 10/100 Ethernet Bluetooth v2.0 (EDR) Fingerprint reader 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, IEEE-1394, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 12.2 (W) x 8.94 (D) x 1.33 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 4.54lbs
Toshiba Laptops

Excellent Notebook
This notebook is very portable. Very convenient as compared to the 17" (bulky & heavy - good desktop replacement) & the 15". It is fast, runs multiple applications, quick start-up time. The Toshiba resolution on the screen makes it one of the best around. I have compared other brands, but they just don't seem to make it. Based on specs & cost, great buy. This is my 5th Toshiba notebook....I will stick with the brand.

Great dimension, performance and light weight !
I've always like Toshiba laptops, since I have one model with this battery problem so I changed to hp pavillion series which is not a bad laptop either but it had this upper panel so sensitive that run DVD player program every time I accidentally pass my hand over it and it was a little anoying. Any way I recentlly had this Toshiba, that has been perfect for my work. Big hard drive, probably I will increase its memory up to 3gb for even better performance, excellent 13inches screen size, very light o carry. Haven't had any problem with Vista.

The only thing that I don't like is the quality of sound, but that's not a priority for me and if it were I would plug a pair of speaker. And that it gets a little warm on the left side beside the touch pad.

By the way the volume control is analog which gives you more control of the volume.

Tags : Toshiba Laptops , Laptops , Notebook

HP Pavilion DV9730US 17inch Entertainment Laptop

2008-03-15T09:44:00.000+07:00

HP Pavilion DV9730US 17.0" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-64 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Radiance

Nice Laptop, not great, just nice.
Received my DV9750US yesterday. It's got some good features, big bright screen, even when running on battery power. If you know how to set the power settings in Vista. It came with 3GB memory, I wanted 4GB. Stick with the 3GB unless you are running a 64 bit OS. Laptop seems to be plenty fast enough, but I have not installed my Apps yet. Boots up fast and shuts down fast.

Only three stars for the following reasons:

HP's Quickplay does not display in full screen, or at least I have not found the control yet.

Mine came with a Blue-Ray drive, waste of money because it would not play on my HD LCD TV via the built in HDMI port.
Why have a HDMI output and HD DVD player if you can't watch a movie in full screen mode (Blue-Ray only plays with HP's Quickplay software) I would have gotten the model with a HD drive and 2.2 GHZ DC had I known that.

Next is the keyboard, the 'Shift' Key seem too small, or the 'Enter' Key is too big. Takes getting used to.

This model also came with two 250GB hard drives, one for the OS and one for Data. I have not seen any RAID options which would have been nice to have.

I would give the DV9750US 4 or 4 1/2 stars, but the Blue-Ray limitations or QuickPlay limitation just pissed me off. Other than that and no RAID, this may prove to be the best laptop I've had. I'll still buy another one, without the Blue-Ray drive.

Good but not Great.
HP Laptops

For those who want advanced digital entertainment capability coupled with desktop-replacement performance, the HP Pavilion dv9700 series Entertainment Notebook PC delivers! Dual headphone jacks and Altec Lansing audio allow you to share your entertainment. And AMD mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. Listen without disturbing others with the included stereo earbud headphones. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. This 7.7 lbs notebook delivers desktop-comparable performance with its 17.0" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display and separate numeric keypad. 17.0 diagonal WXGA+ (1440 x 900) BrightView Widescreen display NVIDIA GeForce Go 7150M (UMA) with up to 1071MB shared graphics memory Built-in Webcam and microphone LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer Wireless LAN 802.11A/B/G/N 10/100 Ethernet 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 4 USB 2.0, 2 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 TV-Out (S-Video), 1 IEEE-1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 15.16 (W) x 11.22 (D) x 1.65 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 7.7lbs

Tags : HP Laptops , Laptop , HP Notebook , Notebook

Toshiba Satellite A215-S5802 15.4 inch Laptop

2008-03-11T09:29:00.001+07:00

Toshiba Satellite A215-S5802 15.4" Laptop (AMD Athlon 64 X 2 Dual Core TK-57 Processor, 1024 MB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium) Onyx Blue

great overall BUT WATCH OUT FOR THE SPEAKERS!!!
this is my latest toshiba laptop and my third one, after the first i got a NEC before my previous Toshiba. Im not going to talk much about the processor and screen or keyboard or speed or whatever, it's great overall, well, of course, if you use windows system instead of vista, i never use vista anyway so im speaking only for windows on this new baby.

one unbelievable flaw needs to be watched out!!!

me buddy got one similar model, not sure if it's M215, but also come with a round shaped Harman Kardon speaker pair, the 'incredible' thing with this supposed to be superb speaker is its soft volume!!!! i mean, my previous M50 has thinner rectangular speakers on the top panel, and it's loud and powerful, but this M215 and my friend's has this terribly mushy and low volume, why is that? i once thought it's because of the EU volume limit law that says about any device with an earphone plug, but i bought mine in Beijing, so apparently it's not that. plus, other brands and models on the shelf don't have this problem, even if they don't have HARMAN KARDON.
can anybody explain this?
Toshiba Notebooks

The Satellite A215 notebook delivers cutting-edge technology that's built to match your lifestyle mobile and multitasking. Systems feature the latest AMD Athlon 64 X2 dual-core mobile technology and large memory for optimal performance. A 15.4" diagonal WXGA TruBrite display shows off media from a DVD SuperMulti drive that reads and writes up to 11 formats. High-speed wireless LAN 802.11b/g lets you work cable free. Connect to your home, office, and in wireless LAN hotspots at airports, hotels and coffee shops. The spacious 120GB hard drive provides ample storage and faster speeds to make quick work of multimedia files. Packed and priced to go, it's great for students and everyday use. 15.4 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) TruBrite TFT LCD display ATI Radeon X1200 with up to 319MB shared graphics memory DVD+-R/RW Super Multi Drive with Double Layer Realtek 802.11B/G Wireless 10/100 Ethernet 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 4 USB 2.0, 1 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 TV-Out (S-Video), 1 IEEE-1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 14.3 (W) x 10.6 (D) x 1.55 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 5.78lbs

"Freakin' Sweet" bios Flash solves "black Screen of death".
IMPORTANT: Toshiba has very recently released a fix for the "Black Screen of Death"; Toshiba released a BIOS flash using Toshiba's safg v1.70 or v1.90, depending on your model number, which seems to fix the problem... It was a long time in the coming, but better late then never.

This computer is an adequate performer, that had been hampered with the problem of the screen intermittantly going blank, leaving you high and dry if your work had not been recently saved. In the computer lore this problem was known as the "black screen of death", which affected most of Toshiba's Satellite A215-xxxxx laptops. This was a very frustrating problem that drove many consumers to violent daydreams, but it seems Toshiba has finally released a fix.

For the price, this computer is an excellent performer, able to run Warcraft 3: The Frozen Throne, and Half-Life 2(excluding episodes 1&2) at a playable level on low settings. A RAM upgrade is highly recommended (get kingston or corsair: $50-$60 for a 2 GB sodimm) and everything seems to run just fine.

It could be better
I bought this laptop as a tool to access the internet, play DVD movies, and do basic (non-gaming) functions such as word processing, spreadsheets, maintain school information.

I searched other brands (Dell, HP/Compaq, Sony, Gateway, and several others) for price, perceived quality based on reviews, speed, HD space, etc - all the typical features. Overall, for what I needed a laptop to do, the Toshiba seems to fit.

This Toshiba (sold by Amazon) beat the others only because everyone else was charging shipping and California sales tax. Otherwise, I would have purchased an HP model. I had even checked Costco (my preferred retailer), but the costs were much higher compared to Amazon.

This computer came with 1 GB SDRAM and Windows Vista Home Premium. Everything is perfect for what we need this laptop to do. This computer is NOT being used for gaming or any sort of complicated programming. So, the 1 GB of SDRAM is fine, even with Windows Vista Home Premium. And the sound design is somewhat better than expected - using a variable wheel rather than a push button.

The negatives are relatively minor. The power cord is plugged into the laptop on the same side as the DVD drive. Second, I'd rather have XP than Vista. Vista seems like a slightly glorified XP. A few button changes and you get Vista. I did have difficulty loading a simple medical dictionary onto it. Last, the location of the WLAN button isn't obvious. Toshiba uses a black slider switch located on the black base.

Tags : Toshiba Laptop , Laptop , Notebook

HP Pavilion DV2740SE 14.1 inch Entertainment Laptop

2008-03-05T09:51:00.001+07:00

HP Pavilion DV2740SE 14.1" Entertainment Laptop (AMD Turion 64 X 2 Dual Core TL-62 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 250 GB Hard Drive, Vista Premium)
For those who want rich digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-edge mobile performance, communication features and radical new design, the HP Pavilion dv2700 Special Edition Notebook PC delivers. This HP Special Edition notebook has a rich bronze top cover carrying through to the palm rest area to morph into golden copper shades then fade to deep black near the touch-sensitive media control panel. Dual headphone jacks allow you to share your entertainment. And AMD mobile dual-core technology enables use of multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. At just 5.25 lbs this series provides a convergence of innovative portable entertainment player and high-performance notebook PC with its 14.1" High-Definition BrightView widescreen display in a unique breakthrough design. 14.1 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen display NVidia Geforce Go 7150M (UMA) with up to 1071MB Shared Video Memory Built-in Webcam and microphone LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer 802.1 B/G Wireless 10/100 Ethernet 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD 1 ExpressCard Slot (34/54 Slot) 3 USB 2.0, 2 Headphone out; 1 Microphone-in, 1 VGA, 1 TV-Out (S-Video), 1 IEEE-1394, 1 RJ-11, 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 13.15 (W) x 9.33 (D) x 1.54 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 5.25lbs
HP Laptops

Customer Reviews

Worst laptop ever
My laptop has had numerous problems and I have wasted hours with useless tech support.

First, it was unable to burn the recovery disk. Of course it can't just come with one. Tech support answered my request for a recovery disk only 1 month after I made it.

Then the SPDIF port doesn't work. 4 hours with tech support, they had me install some 3rd party trial DVD software since according them HP tech support, "the HP software isn't very good." Finally we all gave up. Great entertainment PC with no digital audio.

It had always crashed with blue screens. The time it would run keep decreasing until it would only run 1 to 15 minutes without crashing. Tech support had me use the recovery disk, which wiped out the hard drive and failed to install anything. So 2 weeks later I got another recovery disk, with the same result. Another couple of weeks and I got a new hard disk (that was put together with misaligned stripped screws.) Over the course of 2 months I got it "serviced", where it was returned without even reinstalling the OS. Now that I've reinstalled the OS, it crashes constantly with blue screens.

I've been dealing with the HP "quality" managers for another month, and there going to send me a box to return it. Over a month to send me box? I'm assigned a manager who is always busy or unavailable. It seems their intention is to drag this out until the warranty expires.

I will certainly never purchase an HP product again.

Just Amazing
This HP Laptop has everything a person desires for a "good start". This is my first laptop computer and I think it will be my partner for the next 5 years at least. I'm surprised with its design, high performance and diversity of tools and resources. That's it, folks!

nice machine
this is a great machine with some annoying flaws
-quickplay lights are too sensitive and are always on - you cannot turn them off, i am prone to slighty grazing them by accident at least 5 times a day and sometimes they just activate on their own. VERY annoying!
-sometimes the trackpad doesn't work
-i have noticed that it is very slow using Office 2007

otherwise it has a nice screen, not too heavy, and has an OK battery life

Tags : HP Laptops , Laptop , HP Notebook , Notebook