Editorial Review

Balance your need for productivity with great multimedia performance with the HP Pavilion dv8110us 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 optional HP remote, then store it conveniently in the PC card slot. And you'll stay productive with the 1.8 GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-32 processor. This notebook also features an 80 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (2 GB max), built-in 54g wireless connectivity, dual layer DVD+/-RW drive (which also burns CDs), an ATI Radeon XPress 200M video/graphics card with 128 MB of dedicated video RAM. Read more

Features

• Multimedia-focused laptop with 17-inch Brightview screen and 1.8 GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-32 with 512 KB L2 cache
• 80 GB hard drive, 512 MB of RAM (2 GB max), multi-format DVD/CD burner with dual-layer support
• Four USB 2.0, one Firewire, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA, microphone, headphone, IR receiver
• 10/100 Ethernet; 56K (V.90) modem, 54-Mbps wireless LAN (802.11b/g) with HSM/Speedbooster support
• Windows XP Home edition, SP2; HP Image Zone Plus

Reviews (7)

Not quite ready for primetime.
I'm having some major issues with the keyboard. The latest bios doesn't fix a thing.Problem shutting down and launching programs on the machine.
Hard Drives are Bad, Do not order
After having this laptop for 60 days, it completely self-destructed.A tech went through HP to fix it, and they said the hard-drive was bad and would ship us a new one in 2 days. A week went by, no hard-drive.
Get a free Sony VAIO FJ instead!
Why settle for less, when you can get a brand new original colorful ultra-cool Sony VAIO FJ series laptop with 1GB RAM, 100GB disk, DVD writer, built-in webcam, etc. and all for Free! I got mine from this web site:getbestfreestuff.com/laptop ... Read more

Features

• 14.1-inch (diagonal), 1024 x 768 resolution, TFT XGA display
• 1.42 GHz PowerPC G4 processor with 142 MHz system bus
• 512 MB DDR SDRAM (expandable to 1.5 GB), 60 GB hard drive, slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±RW/CD-RW)
• One FireWire 400 port and two USB 2.0 ports
• Built-in 10/100BASE-T ethernet, 54-Mbps AirPort Extreme wireless, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, and 56K V.92 modem

Reviews (42)

Love it!!!
Long live Mac!It easy to use; the software is pragmatic and fun; I hook it up to my printer and e-Mac without any problems.I'm now using a wireless router for e-mail and internet and it's great.I'm already preparing presentations for school in the fall.
Fantastic
The apple ibook is the best computer that i've ever had.. not only is it beautiful but its very efficient andeasy to use. I have not had any problems with it in the 2 months that ive owned it,unlike other computers I have.I have an hp desktop that I purchased last year andive already had to get a new monitor and the tower turns off on its own.Hp gave me the run around about fixing it, even though I was still in warranty.After countless hours on the phone with a foreign country I gave up and purchased this ibook.The programs that are preinstalled are wonderfuland the customer service specialist are friendly and easy to understand.If your in the market to buy a computer i would definitely recommend that you purchase an ibook.

Perfect for a continuing education student!
Finally this just came through and i am honestly amazed by this machine.Let me discuss dirst why i went for this machine: (i have 3 XP desktops and 1 notebook from the office)
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Editorial Review

Sleekly compact and nicely lightweight at just 5.3 pounds, the Sony Vaio VGN-FJ170/B notebook PC sports a 14-inch widescreen display with Sony's exclusive XBRITE-ECO LCD technology. Road warriors will appreciate the quick, responsive performance, supplied by the super-fast 5400rpm Serial ATA hard drive, advanced DDR2 memory, and Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 video card with 128 MB of shared video RAM. The built-in camera and microphone keep you connected to family and friends by allowing you to easily chat or video mail. Other features include a 1.73 GHz Intel Centrino Pentium M processor, generous 100 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD/CD burner, multi-format memory card slot, Memory Stick slot, and printers), and a wide assortment of pre-loaded software titles. Read more

Features

• Intel Pentium M Processor 740 (1.73GHz)
• 2MB of L2 Cache
• 533MHz FSB
• Built-in 802.11b/g Wi-Fi Wireless Network Adapter
• 14.1 WXGA Widescreen LCD

Reviews (17)

Awesome laptop, and I got it free!
This colorful VAIO is way too cool ! It is very slim and lightweight, while providing the processing and storage power you need for multimedia. The built-in webcam is a nice bonus. The battery life is quite good (over 3 hours). And the best is that I got it free by a special promotion on this web site:awesomestufffree.com/laptop

Not a bad laptop
I bought this notebook from a brick store as an emergency replacment after my brand new FS742 was stolen a week before I had to leave for South Africa. I have used this extensively for the last 2 months and am generally satisfied with it, except for one incident. A week into my trip, the DVD drive hung up and there was no way for me to re-boot the notebook. So I ended up holding the power button for a short while after which the notebook started asking for a bios level password (which I had never set) and stopped loading Windows. Extended web searches did not yield any help and I ended up taking this to Sony Support, South Africa which fortunately was close to where I was living.
Casing weak!
First view is great design/color; light weight, functional built in camera!After using you discover; plastic casing parting in front seam,keyboard loose on left side, and fan inefficient at cooling system. ... Read more

Features

• UPC - 099802682842
• Computers Notebooks

Reviews (1)

Super Lightweight Tablet PC, Super Toshiba Quality!
I'm using this laptop as I write this review.The laptop exhudes typical Toshiba quality, and arrives fully packed with extra software. I only wish Microsoft would quit pushing its 'trial' Office 2003 on everyone's computers. if you use the 'buy now online' Microsoft feature, the price to buy it is $300! You can shop around and get a better bargain and most people are using Office anyway, so drop the trial version, Microsoft! Besides, you don't even get the CD. Toshiba includes One Note, which I haven't gotten the hang of, and MS Works. Works is a great free program because it now includes the ability to save as Word or Excel files to take to work.
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Features

• UPC - 753218995193
• COMPUTER TABLETS

Reviews (1)

Fits 4x5 Graphire as well, construction quality iffy, though
I primarily use my Wacom Graphire tablet to incorporate hand-drawn notes into my otherwise typewritten class notes. I purchased this case to help protect my tablet while in my bag traveling from point A to point B.
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Editorial Review

The Twinhead Durabook N15RI notebook PC is a rugged little number that will withstand the bumps and shocks of daily usage. It features a magnesium alloy case that can withstand drops of 29 inches onto hard surfaces, a spill-resistant keyboard/touchpad, and an exclusive optical drive lock that prevents discs from ejecting accidentally and damaging the drive. It's tough enough to meet US military MIL-810F shock resistance standards. It also includes double protection smart battery circuitry, which helps prevent damage caused by overheating and voltage surges, as well as battery calibration that helps fight battery capacity loss after repeated charges and discharges. Read more

Features

• Durable, drop-resistant laptop with stylish magnesium alloy case and 15.1-inch LCD screen
• 1.73 GHz Intel Pentium M 740processor (2 MB L2 cache), 80-GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (2 GB max), multi-format/dual-layer DVD burner
• Three USB 2.0, one FireWire, VGA, S-Video, serial, Type II PCMCIA, 802.11b/g wireless LAN
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 (128 MB shared RAM), 10/100/1000 Ethernet, modem
• Windows XP Home edition, SP2

Features

• Intel Centrino Mobile Technology
• Intel Pentium M Processor 725A (1.6GHz)
• 2MB of L2 Cache
• 400MHz FSB
• 512MB of 333MHz DDR Memory (expandable to 2GB)

Reviews (1)

Great Notebook
This notebook is excellent!The mobile pentium processor gives you excellent battery life and the Hi Defintion monitor is a great extra.The widespread keyboard gives you comfort for typing,and the easy to use pad mouse helps when browsing the internet.The Hp dv series was awarded pc of the year by pc magazine. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Easily mobile at just 6.2 pounds, the Toshiba Satellite M45-S359 makes it easy to get your work done with a large, bright 15.4-inch screen (which is also great for watching DVD movies when you need a break). This affordable notebook PC also features a battery-sipping 2.0 GHz Pentium M processor, 100 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD burner, integrated 54g wireless connectivity, and Windows XP Home edition. Read more

Features

• 2 GHz Intel Pentium M processor 760 with 533 MHz front-side bus and 2 MB L2 cache
• 100 GB hard drive, 1 GB RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD/CD burner
• Three USB 2.0, one Firewire, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA, headphone, microphone
• Built-in Intel Pro/Wireless 2200BG 802.11b/g LAN, 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet and 56K V.92 modem
• Windows XP Home Edition, Service Pack 2

Reviews (11)

Awesome, but could have been bettrer
I've owned 2 Toshibas before this one.The first two were awesome in just about every way.While the second, the 5105-s501 had some issues with the hard drive, installing the fix recommended by Toshiba resolved those issues and I still have this laptop working in top condition!
O.K computer
This computer is alright for the price.I bought mine on sale at Wal Mart for 950, so it seems like a powerful laptop with the centrino processor, DVD superdrive, and Xbrite screen for a cheap! price.Well, let me tell you the truth about this machine as a user and owner for 6 months. I havent had any of the mechanical errors or problems that some other users experienced.
Problems with Touchpad, Keyboard, and USB ports after one month - Toshiba refuses to replace
I have owned a Toshiba M45-S359 for one month.There are two major problems.In the first week, I noticed the USB ports would stop working if the computer went into sleep mode.Because this is my business machine, I disabled sleep mode and continued using the computer.One month later, the mouse touchpad has failed.I believe the problem occurs when the computer reaches a certain temperature.I contacted Toshiba for a replacement.They refused.The computer is one month old an under warranty.
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Editorial Review

Take your entertainment center with you wherever you roam with the HP Pavilion ZD8110US Media Center Notebook PC. Record your favorite TV programs and watch them on the widescreen 17-inch LCD monitor, view photoslideshows with your own soundtrack, or watch DVD movies, and control it all with the included remote. The ZD8110US can also unleash your digital creativity with the multiformat, dual-layer DVD/CD burner and included Image Zone photo editing and management software. This multimedia notebook features a super-fast, hyper-threaded 3.0 GHz Pentium 4 processor, 100 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM, 54g wireless connectivity, multiformat memory card reader, and a powerful video/graphics card with 128 MB of dedicated RAM. Read more

Features

• Hyper-threaded 3.0 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor with 800 MHz system bus
• 1 GB DDR SDRAM (2 GB maximum), 100 GB hard drive, dual-layer DVD+/-RW and CD-RW combo drive
• Four USB 2.0, one Firewire, PCMCIA slot, VGA port, S-Video out, 6-in-1 memory card reader
• Built-in 10/100/ BASE-T ethernet; 56K (V.90) modem, 54-Mbps wireless LAN with 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support (802.11b/g)
• Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

Reviews (14)

Be wary of HP
I bought a zd8060us 17" notebook with a very similar configuration to the zd8110. We absolutely loved it and for 17 months it was great but last week the graphics card failed. Unfortunately it was out of warranty but we decided we still wanted to fix it as it had cost us nearly $2000. But we have now been told by HP that they no longer carry this graphics card and there is no replacement. I cannot believe that HP would not have the parts to repair laptops they have sold in the last 2 years. I will never buy HP again after this experience. I would suggest to everyone to buy their computers with a credit card that offers to extend your warranty period which is the avenue we are pursuing now.

HP Sucks
HP has the WORST customer service of any company of any kind that I have ever dealt with. I have never called without having spent at least one hour on the phone with them before the various extensions in India, none of whom are helpful. And once the service is complete the computer is usually returned with more problems than they were origionally sent with. I would never buy another HP again.

Ok
It is OK for the money.
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Editorial Review

Blending affordability with productivity power, the HP Pavilion dv4230us notebook PC is a great choice for both business road warriors and multimedia enthusiasts on the go. The 15.4-inch BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and movies and games will look clear thanks to the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (with 128 MB of shared 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. And you'll stay productive with the battery-sipping 1.86 GHz Intel Pentium M (Centrino) 750 processor. This notebook also features a 100 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (which maxes out capacity), built-in 54g wireless connectivity, and dual layer LightScribe DVD+/-RW drive (which also burns CDs). Read more

Features

• Notebook PC with 15.4-inch screen and 1.86 GHz Pentium M 750 (Centrino) with 2 MB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB
• 100 GB hard drive, 2 GB of RAM (2 GB max), LightScribe multi-format DVD/CD burner with dual-layer support
• Four USB 2.0, one Firewire, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA, one ExpressCard/54, microphone, headphone
• Built-in 10/100/ BASE-T ethernet; 56K (V.90) modem, 54-Mbps wireless LAN (802.11b/g)
• Windows XP Professional edition, SP2; HP Image Zone Plus

Reviews (2)

An excellent buy
Mine is a dv4305us HP Pavilion, which has but an 80 GB hard drive, but 2 USB ports, and 512 MB of memory. Yet it performs excellently. It finds and connects with local Wi-Fi access points easily and allows me to conduct business online at home or away with ease.
Love It
Its exactly what I expected. Fits my needs simple to use. Love it. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Take intense gaming action with you wherever you roam with the Toshiba Satellite P35-S605 notebook PC--a true gamer's machine. It features a brilliant 17-inch TruBrite screen and built-in Harman Kardon speakers with SRS TruSurround XT--perfect for a cinema-like experience when watching DVD movies. It also features a hyper-threaded Mobile Pentium 4 processor, 100 GB hard drive, 512 MB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD burner, integrated 54g wireless connectivity with support for Atheros SuperG technology, and Windows XP Home edition. Read more

Features

• Hyper-threaded 3.46 GHz Mobile Pentium 4 processor with 533 MHz front-side bus and 1 MB L2 cache
• 100 GB hard drive, 512 MB RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer, multi-format DVD/CD burner
• Three USB 2.0, one Firewire, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA, headphone, microphone
• Built-in Atheros 802.11b/g wireless-LAN that supports Atheros SuperG technology, 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet and 56K V.92 modem
• Windows XP Home edition

Reviews (14)

A machine that does everything!!... that i need though
I am 13years old graphic design lover and this lappy got me everything that I need.... well actually daddy upgraded the RAM into 2Gb PC3200 for my hobby. Dad also installed the Japanese MUI pack.. (maybe to let me know that I am a Japanese kid that living outside Japan)
Heres how to fix overheat problem
I bought this computer and had the shut down problems and the display went out in less than a year , toshiba fixed it then it did it again , and it was one week past warranty...
IMHO ... Do NOT buy this product!
To be fair, I loved the laptop ... when it worked. Its performance met all of my expectations and the 17" screen was a pleasure.
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Editorial Review

Easily mobile at just 6 pounds, the Toshiba Satellite A105-S2716 makes it easy to get your work done with a large, bright 15.4-inch screen (which is also great for watching DVD movies when you need a break). This affordable notebook PC also features a battery-sipping 1.73 GHz Pentium M 740 (Centrino) processor, a 100 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM (2 GB maximum), dual-layer multiformat DVD drive that also burns CDs, integrated 54g wireless connectivity, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 video card with up to 128 MB of shared video RAM, both USB 2.0 and FireWire connectivity, multi-format memory card reader, and Windows XP Home edition operating system. Read more

Features

• Notebook with 15.4-inch TruBrite display and 1.73 GHz Intel Pentium M (Centrino) 740 processor, 2 MB L2 cache
• 100 GB hard drive, 1024 MB of RAM (2 GB max), multi-format DVD/CD burner with dual-layer support
• Four USB 2.0, one FireWire, one VGA, one S-Video, one PCMCIA, microphone, headphone
• Built-in 10/100/ BASE-T Ethernet; 56K (V.90) modem, 54-Mbps wireless LAN (802.11b/g)
• Windows XP Home edition, SP2

Reviews (14)

Toshiba laptop i svery bad
I bought Toshiba Satellite A105-S2716 9 months ago (2006). It was already repaired twice. At its 6 months, its motherboard was dead. I sent it to repair center which is more than 30 miles away from my place. It was changed a new motherboard. At its 9 months, its screen is dead (just blank). I sent it to repair center again. The Toshiba customer service and repair center are very bad. They asked me to send/pick up the laptop (paid by myself).
Battery problem
Its a great computer but the its not so good i can even work 2 hours.

A Constant Companion
I toted a Toshiba 105 Series belonging to my office for 18 months.Upon retirement recently, I couldn't see going to any other brand.
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Editorial Review

Futuristically styled in a sleek silver chassis, the Toshiba Satellite M35-S320 Notebook PC is a nifty amalgamation of the features most important to the majority of portable computer users. Powerful but not at the expense of added weight and sporting such amenities as integrated wireless connectivity and a widescreen display, this is a great unit for personal, leisure and midlevel business applications.Read more

Reviews (12)

Power problems, but otherwise a great computer
I've had this model for about 2 years and am generally satisfied with it with a few exceptions.The screen suddenly goes black from time to time (irrespective of the energy-saving settings), it gets burning hot after a short period of time (nearly melted a pen sitting next to it), and the battery is a real pain because it has to be plugged in after a short time (20 minutes or less).I've taken care of the battery as recommended, so that's not the cause of the short-life problem. As another reviewer pointed out, the speakers could have greater volume (to hear over the fan, lol).Also, if it could be less heavy in the ol' briefcase, that'd be nice... it's a bit cumbersome.It also seems to be slow opening programs as simple as Word and Excel. That being said, it's easy to use the wireless connection, the screen clarity is great and it's otherwise a responsive little tool.I wouldn't pay again what I paid for it in '04, but if you can get a decent discount on it, go with it.

Very good but one problem.
I think that this is a very good computer, matter of fact im using it right now but when used for 15 min it gets hot, and I mean very hot. I burned myself using it and forgetting that it gets hot. Except for that little detail, overall I have never had any viruses and I think that this computer will last me a long time.

no regrets
I bought this machine to replace my sony vaio pcg-grz630 that had some sort of unfixable issue that caused it to turn off and then only turn back on occasionally if you held your breath and tossed salt over your left shoulder while saying chants to the old-gods.My experience with Sony support was the stuff of nightmares.I never did talk to anyone who could give me any answers despite hours spent in frustration.My vaio was a "better" machine if you just look at the specs.It had a bigger hard-drive, more memory, was