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How would you change HP’s Fusion-powered Pavilion dm1z?


We know you — you’re that guy (or gal!) who simply can’t resist dipping your toes into whatever’s next, and in the case of AMD’s Fusion, you almost certainly went out and grabbed up an HP Pavilion dm1z as soon as it hit the market. Nah, we aren’t clairvoyant, just rational guessers. At any rate, now that you’ve had a solid two or three months with your Zacate-backed ultraportable, we’re eager to know how you’d change things if given the golden key. Are you satisfied with the build quality? How’s that heat? Feeling any jealousy for those who opted for Atom-based rigs? Are the keyboard and trackpad things you actually look forward to using? Go ahead and vent in comments below; it’s Friday, it’s your birthday, and HP’s got an awfully thick coat of skin.

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The dual-core Sandy Bridge laptops have arrived! Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Sony start shipping systems


If your eyes have been glued to Engadget this week, you’ve noticed that there have been quite a few new laptops unveiled. Sure, Samsung’s rail-thin Series 9 stole a lot of the glory, but Dell and ASUS also rolled out a few new Intel Sandy Bridge systems. But something else big happened this week in the portable computer world — a good number of the dual-core Sandy Bridge systems finally started shipping to you laptop-loving people. Wait, but didn’t that happen back at CES? Not quite: while Intel announced the availability of Sandy Bridge back in January, it only started to ship its quad-core chips — now all the dual-core Core i3, i5, and i7s are ready and so are the systems that house ‘em. We’ve gathered a list of the rigs that are now up for order or hitting retailers. Hit that read more link for a breakdown, and start deciding if you need some fresh dual-core power in your life.

Dell

Dell launched two new systems this week — the Inspiron R and Vostro — but its new Latitudes are up for order as well.

  • Inspirons Rs (14R, 15R, 17R) – Beyond the new chiclet keyboards and swappable lids, the new 14-, 15.6-, and 17.3-inch Inspiron Rs are available with a smattering of new Core i3, i5, and i7 processors. The 14 and 15 get AMD 6400M graphics options and the 17R has a NVIDIA GeForce GT 525M option. (Order pages: 14R, 15R)
  • Latitude E5000 and E6000 – If you’ve been eyeing Dell’s new Latitude E series ever since we got a closer look at the new business rugged machines last month, now is your chance. And it looks like there are plenty of deals to be had — for instance, the E6420 starts at $699 and includes a Core i3-2310M processor, 2GB of RAM, and a 250GB hard drive. (Order page: E5000 and E6000)
HP

Remember the two consumer systems HP announced in February? You can grab ‘em now.

  • Pavilion dv6, d7 – HP’s totally retooled its mainstream dv series with aluminum exteriors and chiclet keyboards without jacking up the price too much. For $799 you can get a 15.6-inch dv6 with a Core i5-2410M processor, 6GB of RAM, and a 640GB hard drive. Oh, and adding a AMD Radeon 6490M graphics card will only add $100 to the price. (Order pages: dv6, dv7)
  • G-Series – For the most part HP’s new budget mainstream systems don’t actually use Intel’s latest processors, but we figured we’d include the new G-series here since they did just become available. These come in a whole new rainbow of colors and $499 can buy you a 15.6-inch rig with a Core i3 processor and 320GB of storage. (Order pages: g4, g6, g7)

HP, we have one question left: where the heck is the refreshed Envy 14?!

Lenovo
  • ThinkPad T420, T520 – Sure, Lenovo hasn’t done all that much to the exteriors of its T Series, but there’s lots of new tech inside the 14- and 15.6-inch business machines. The T420 has Core i3 and i5 options, while the T520 adds an i7 into the mix. Both are supposed to have NVIDIA graphics options, but unfortunately we’re not seeing that choice at the moment. (Order pages: T420, T520)
Samsung
  • Series 9 – We knew this one was coming, but now you can finally order up the Core i5-2537M-powered, duralumin laptop that weighs just 2.89 pounds. We’d suggest waiting on our review that’s coming this week before you pull out the plastic! (Order pages: Series 9)
Sony
  • VAIO C Series – Yes, we are aware those neon colored VAIO CA and CB series laptops can make your eyes bleed, but good news: it also comes in black! Both the 14.4- and 15.6-inch laptops are ready now with new Sandy Bridge Core i5 processors and AMD Radeon 6470M graphics. The $899 starting configuration doesn’t include Blu-ray, but it only costs $70 to add the drive. (Order pages: VAIO C Series)

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HP TouchPad first hands-on! (updated with video!)


By now, you know how HP’s new slate compares to the crowd — now, see how it looks up close and personal. We just got our hands on that dual-core Palm webOS tablet here in San Francisco, and it’s a beaut, with a slim black profile that highlights the brilliant 9.7-inch screen. We’ll be back in a jiffy with some impressions of that newfangled Tap to Share and card-based multitasking, but for now, simply feast your eyes on our gallery below.

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HP Pre 3 first hands-on! (updated with video)


The HP Pre 3 is here! We just got our hands on one and snapped a whole bunch of pictures — see the gallery below. Stay tuned for our first impressions soon. We’re also still working on our shots of the Veer and the TouchPad, but sharp eyes can find both devices in the gallery below — there might even be some iPhone and Nexus S comparison shots, but we don’t want to give too much away.

Update: We just had a chance to play around with the Pre 3 at some length… and we have to say it feels good. The body of the device is sleek and solid, and the weight feels substantial in your hand. The screen is a relatively spacious 3.6-inches, and webOS looks absolutely stunning on it. The extra resolution is a big help on readability and clarity. The slider mechanism feels fairly solid, though there’s a little give just at the end of it’s movement that made us slightly concerned. Compared to previous devices, however, it seems far tighter. We’re still messing around with the phone and will report back on what we find, but in terms of hardware quality, HP has taken a big step up here. As for the keyboard, it feels really fantastic. We realize this is very much a matter of personal preference, but we had zero problems typing quickly and accurately on the Pre 3 right from the get go.

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HP’s Quad Edition dv6t and dv7t laptops now available, Radeon HD graphics and Core i7 CPUs in tow


First they leaked, then they became official, and now they’re at HP’s online store waiting for your name, address and credit card information. The new Pavilion dv6 and dv7 laptops borrow liberally from the higher-end Envy line’s aesthetics — not that we’re complaining — and offer quad-core Core i7 CPUs that max out at 3.4GHz on the i7-2820QM when cranked up using Turbo Boost. The default running speed for that model is 2.3GHz and it has a pair of slightly slower brethren, ticking along at 2.2GHz (i7-2720QM) and 2GHz flat (i7-2630QM), all of which you can own on the dv6t or dv7t. Both machines come with AMD’s 1GB Mobility Radeon HD 6570 graphics chip, while the larger dv7t also brings a two-year warranty as standard. Its 1600 x 900 resolution on a 17.3-inch screen might disappoint those looking for mad pixel density, though few would be able to complain about its price. The dv6t and dv7t start off at $1,000 and $1,100, respectively, and are subject to a $150 instant rebate and free memory (6GB) and hard drive (750GB) upgrades that should make them very appealing value propositions.

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HP gets down to business with redesigned and refreshed EliteBook and ProBook laptops (hands-on)


Two weeks ago “consumers” got totally redesigned HP Pavilion dv and g-series laptops, leaving those poor guys in the conference room with nothing but their “old” Calpella-based machines and sad Excel spreadsheets. Well, it’s their turn now alright — HP’s been stirring up brand new EliteBook and ProBooks for the guys and gals in suits (though, we’re really of the mind that these laptops are for anyone looking for some tough and powerful hardware). All ten of the new machines (yep, 10!) have been given new metal designs, Intel’s latest Sandy Bridge processors, facial recognition software, and an easy-access latch to get to the hard drive and RAM. And there’s more — hit the jump for a break down and impressions of each of the models, and don’t forget to check those galleries below for some shots of these rigs in the flesh.

HP EliteBook p-series

The 14-inch EliteBook 8460p and 15.6-inch EliteBook 8560p still look like they belong in the office, but the new bead-blasted magnesium-aluminum lid, edges, and palmrest, which are resistant to smudges, make the machines tough enough to take a serious beating on-the-go. They’ve even met the MIL-STD 810G military standards making them “business-rugged.” And that’s not the whole durable story — both models have a double-shot display frames and aluminum-alloy hinges (picture of that here).

Overall, we have to say we were really impressed with the tough feel of the chassis, although it makes them a bit heavy (the 8460p weighs 4.56 pounds and the 8560p 6.1 pounds). However, our favorite two features are more focused on actual usability. The first is the chemically strengthen glass touchpad. It feels great under a finger — a lot like the one on the Lenovo U260 actually — and it has two dedicated right and left mouse buttons. In fact, HP’s decided to exterminate the ClickPads altogether on these new business models. Still alive, however, are the pointing sticks. The second is the easy access panel on the bottom of the systems — snap off the rear cover and you’ve got full access to the hard drive, RAM, etc. Seriously, it looks insanely easy to pull out the hard drive and put in, oh say, one of those new OCZ Vertex 3 Pro SSDs.

So, what are you getting exactly on the inside of these rigs? Both will be configurable with Sandy Bridge Core i3, i5, and i7 processors, up to 8GB of RAM, a USB 3.0 port, and AMD Radeon HD 6470M graphics. There will also be three-, six-, and nine-cell battery options, and HP’s claiming that the SSD, nine-cell battery, and “ultra-capacity” extended battery configurations will keep these bad boys running for 32 hours. Obviously, that setup will cost quite a bit more than the $999 starting price.

HP ProBook b-series

As always, HP’s ProBooks are for the more mainstream business users, which basically means, they’re cheaper. The new 13.3-inch 6360b, 14-inch 6460b, and 15.6-inch 6560b, are similarly made out of aluminum, although they don’t have the same finish as the EliteBooks and are a darker tungsten color. They also don’t get the higher quality glass touchpad, but the pad is roomy and the rubbery right and left buttons have a nice texture to them.

Spec-wise, the ProBooks are very similar to the EliteBooks — they’re available with Intel Celeron, Core i3, i5, and i7 processors, up to 8GB of RAM, and AMD Radeon 6470 graphics. Oh, and did we mention they’ll have an HD webcam option? Both the ProBooks and the EliteBooks have HP’s new facial recognition software and the usual HP QuickWeb pre-boot environment. The b-series will start at $799.

HP ProBook s-series

This series is definitely the middle child of the bunch — it just doesn’t get the same kind of love as the others, but then again it’s the cheapest. It may have a brushed-aluminum finish, but it’s pretty plain in design. All the versions — there’s the 14-inch 4430s, 15.6-inch 4530s, and 17-inch 4730s — will have Intel Celeron, Core i3, i5, and i7 processor options. (Note: there are 12- and 13-inchers as well, but they won’t be coming to the US). While there will be AMD GPU options, the models offered will primarily have integrated graphics, which makes sense for the $579 starting price.

HP Unveils Business Notebooks Designed with Precision Engineering

PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 23, 2011 – HP today revamped its corporate and enterprise (C&E) and small and medium business (SMB) notebook PC lineup with new technology aimed at boosting performance and productivity, while offering an enriched and sophisticated industrial design that improves notebook quality and reliability.

The company’s new FORGE design framework ensures HP business notebooks embody a timeless construction, with precision-engineered durability features that are designed for maximum reliability and with the environment in mind. Precision aluminum-alloy hinges, cast titanium-alloy display latches and the HP DisplaySafe frame are a few of the design highlights behind the FORGE approach.

New products and services include:
- HP EliteBook 8460p and 8560p notebook PCs feature an aerospace- inspired HP DuraCase that meets the MIL-STD 810G military-standard testing specifications, (1) enabling it to withstand wear and tear while still sporting an attractive, professional-looking platinum color tone finish. The EliteBook 8460p also provides industry-leading battery life up to 32 hours.(2)
- HP ProBook 6360b, 6460b and 6560b notebook PCs offer configuration flexibility in areas such as processor, graphics and battery technology. Boasting an all-new 13.3-inch diagonal display option, the ProBook b-series also features a new smudge-resistant and wear-resistant tungsten-colored design.
- HP ProBook s-series 4230s, 4330s, 4430s, 4530s and 4730s notebook PCs are available in an array of sizes – from ultra-light to desktop replacement – making them an excellent, affordable choice for SMBs.

“HP is the market leader in business notebooks and we have raised the bar with a completely revamped line of business-grade notebooks‖ said Dan Forlenza, vice president, Business Notebooks, Personal Systems Group, HP. “Our all-metal EliteBooks meet military standards and will surpass customer expectations in durability”

Rugged, optimized design for premium business performance
Bold, confident and modern, the HP EliteBook 8460p and HP EliteBook 8560p are the culmination of creative design and precision engineering. Starting at only 4.56 pounds and 6.10 pounds, respectively, the HP EliteBook 8460p and 8560p offer 14- and 15.6-inch diagonal high- definition (HD) LED-backlit displays(3) that deliver incredible portability without sacrificing screen legibility.

The EliteBook p-series delivers optimum business performance with second-generation Intel® CoreTM i7 quad-core processors and Core i7, i5 and i3 dual-core processors,(4) while offering flexible choices of UMA or high-performance AMD Radeon HD 6470M discrete graphics with responsive performance and rich media capabilities. The notebooks also feature new USB 3.0 ports and a USB 2.0 charging port, in addition to a range of wireless connectivity options, choice of multiple operating systems, and either hard disk drive or solid-state disk drive options.

The HP EliteBook p-series also offers 3-, 6- and 9-cell options for lightweight and extended battery run time, and an HP Long Life Battery option(5) for the highest-achieving notebook battery lifespan on the market. The notebooks also are compatible with the new HP Extended Life Notebook Battery and HP Ultra-Capacity Notebook Battery. With the new HP Ultra-Capacity Notebook battery, the HP EliteBook 8460p can achieve up to 32 hours of battery life.(2)

The new HP EliteBook p-series easily connects to the HP 90W Docking Station or the HP 120W Advanced Docking Station(5) for use with peripherals like a monitor and keyboard, enabling users to have a desktop experience without needing to plug and unplug accessories. In addition, the HP EliteBook p-series offers SRS Premium Sound, which delivers optimized audio settings for voice and multimedia applications.

Smartly designed, productivity-enhancing notebook series
The new HP ProBook 6360b, HP ProBook 6460b and HP ProBook 6560b are ideal choices when smart design, ultimate configurability and business-critical attributes are top priorities.
The HP ProBook b-series sports bead-blast aluminum display enclosures, a magnesium-reinforced ABS chassis and a bottom-case drain that helps protect against accidental minor spills on the keyboard. Other new features include an HP DisplaySafe frame for added panel protection, precision display latches for a more secure fit and a spill-resistant keyboard set in a full aluminum deck for a better look and feel.

Available with 13.3-inch (6360b), 14-inch (6460b) and 15.6-inch (6560b) diagonal HD LED backlit displays,(3) the HP ProBook b-series offers a range of processing options, including second-generation Intel Core i7, i5 and i3 dual-core processors or an Intel Celeron® processor.(4) For businesses looking for simple multimedia functionality, the ProBook b- series offers an optional HD webcam(3, 5) and features a standard Media Card Reader, SRS Premium Sound, discrete launch buttons and a touchpad on/off button.

Stylish with affordable enhanced security for small businesses
The HP ProBook s-series balances business functionality with style and affordability. Designed with small business needs in mind, the HP ProBook 4230s (12.1-inch diagonal), ProBook 4330s (13.3-inch diagonal), ProBook 4430s (14-inch diagonal), ProBook 4530s (15.6-inch diagonal) and ProBook 4730s (17.3-inch diagonal) are available in a stylish yet durable brushed-aluminum finish in metallic gray color. The HP ProBook s-series offers second-generation Intel Core i7, i5 and i3 processors for high performance and advanced processing speed or an Intel Celeron processor.(4)

Additionally, HP ProBook s-series notebooks are optimized for business and home multimedia usage. The ProBook s-series includes a spill- resistant keyboard set in a full aluminum deck, touchpad with gestures supported, integrated HD webcam(3) with optional dual-array microphones(5) and SRS Premium Sound. The series also includes a choice between Power Express Switchable Graphics (6) and Integrated Graphics, and offers a productivity suite including USB 3.0, standard media card reader and a fingerprint reader.

HP Professional Innovations
HP is focused on innovations that enhance productivity and simplify how people use technology.

The latest version of HP QuickWeb(7) builds on the premise that users have a need to get online fast – without waiting for long boot times – whether they are browsing the web or using applications such as email and conferencing. The newest version of HP QuickWeb now includes web browser, offline email, video conferencing via Skype and multiple widgets such as weather, stocks and social media apps.

The updated is a single software application that manages integrated mobile broadband connections, as well as reports the status of Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections. It now supports 3G/4G,(8 )Wi-Fi(9) and Ethernet for most networks across Windows® 7, Vista® and XP and has been redesigned to integrate with IT managers can now centrally manage and view mobile broadband usage for client machines with HP mobile broadband modules on their networks. Bluetooth® wireless on a user’s mobile phone, paired with face recognition authentication, delivers robust user access to Windows and websites.(10)

HP Power Assistant(11) software extends battery run time while reducing energy consumption through a simple, new user interface. It is an integrated solution that measures and logs reported energy usage by the PC and up to four HP connected monitors (for a total of five screens).(12) Users can now create custom power plans and track energy consumption to meet specific computing needs around the clock.

Pricing and availability(13, 14)
- The HP EliteBook 8460p and 8560p start at $999 and $1099, respectively, and are expected to be available in the United States on March 15.
- The HP ProBook b-series starts at $799 and is expected to be available in the United States on March 15.
- The HP ProBook s-series starts at $579 and is expected to be available in the United States on March 15.

More information about the products, including product specifications and images, is available at www.hp.com/personal.

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Is WebOS Back? HP Launches TouchPad, Veer and Pre 3


HP snatched up Palm in 2010, and we’ve been waiting to see just how the computer company planned to use its new property. The only glimpse until now had been the Pre 2, a rather underwhelming upgrade to the original Pre, which was a mighty fine device that simply failed to capture the public’s imagination. HP isn’t ready to let the brand simply wither and die, though, and with good reason: WebOS is a rather impressive piece of software. And while we already know that it works well on smartphones (of which we got two new models today), HP is hoping it can make the transition to tablets.

TouchPad

tabletThe TouchPad is HP’s first serious entry into the burgeoning tablet market. The Slate, which ran Windows 7, arrived late and to rather lukewarm reviews. The TouchPad skips out on the more power-hungry Intel hardware and burdensome Microsoft OS, and goes the route that Apple and numerous Android tablet makers have: an ARM processor (a 1.2Ghz dual core model) optimized for sipping battery life, and a more nimble OS. The TouchPad packs a 9.7-inch screen into a 13.7-millimeter-thin body that weighs 1.5 pounds. The screen pushes a resolution of 1024×768, which should make it plenty crisp and perfect for browsing the Web. Inside you’ll find the usual compliment of radios (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and optional 3G), sensors (compass, gyroscope and accelerometer) and Palm’s inductive charging technology for connecting to a Touchstone. There is also a 1.3-megapixel camera up front for video calling, as well as a host of tablet specific enhancements to WebOS, like drop-down menus and multi-paned apps for better multi-tasking. There is also a new notification system baked in that should look familiar to anyone who’s used Growl for Mac.

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HP Pavilion DV6 [Laptop Preview]


Manufacturers: Hewlett-Packard

Class: Pavilion

Model: DV6-3190ee

Price: Rs.113,000 approx

clip image001 thumb3 HP Pavilion DV6 [Laptop Preview]

Specs Overview:

  • Operating System: Win 7 Home Premium 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-720QM 1.6 Ghz with Turbo boost upto 2.8 Ghz
  • RAM: 6 GB DDR3
  • Hard Drive: 640 GB @ 5400 RPM
  • Graphics Card: ATI Mobility Radeon 5650 Graphics card (1 GB)
  • Battery: 6 cell Lithium-Ion
  • Display: 15.6” Diagonal HD Display
  • DVD-ROM: Blu-ray DVD R/W with Double layer Support and Light Scribe
  • Webcam: HP TrueVision Webcam with MIC (VGA)
  • Wireless: Wireless Network Card 802.11b/g/n
  • Bluetooth: HP Bluetooth
  • Finger Print Reader: Yes
  • Card Reader: 5 in 1
  • Available in Pakistan: Galaxy.pk

clip image0029 HP Pavilion DV6 [Laptop Preview]

High performance:

This is some thing I shouldn’t even be writing because of it being so obvious. This system is the single most powerful system that you can find in the market. A high end graphics card with an i7 processor and 6 Gigs of RAM is the most any one can ask for.

Just a look at the specs tells you why the price is so insanely high for a laptop available in the local market.

Load to carry:

The foremost negative point of the system is that it is not too mobile. 15.6” screen along with all the other specs make the system heavy.

HP has further more contributed to the problem by using some heavy metallic structure in most pavilions’ designs. It weighs around 2.6Kgs which is a little too much to carry if you have additional bag or briefcase to carry.

clip image0041 HP Pavilion DV6 [Laptop Preview]

Win 7 Issues:

Although not strictly related to this laptop, Win 7 is having issues running on Pavilions. Most of the people that have bought pavilions would know that the battery acts weird in Win 7. Most of users will start to get ‘Replace the battery error’ within 3 to 4 months of purchase.

I tried searching on the internet and there were all sorts of speculations. Some believe HP is placing low quality batteries in the laptops while others believe that Win 7 has some software glitch that is damaging batteries.

I own two pavilions, 1 of which has started giving me this error after just 3 months of usage. Both market giants are trying to avoid the blame and not taking responsibility for the problem.

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Over One Million AMD Fusion APUs Shipped


AMD has announced that the company has sold more than one million Fusion APUs for entry-level notebooks and netbooks. Not only is their Fusion line doing strong, the company is now boasting over 35 million units sold of their Direct X 11-class processing units.

The commercial adoption of the company’s APUs is not surprising, low-power solutions are drawing a lot of interest lately and AMD seems to be leading the calvary since it’s ship date of early November.

During the company’s 4th quarter conference call [Press Release] Thomas Seifert, interim chief executive officer of AMD, stated that momentum for the APUs is growing strong. “Industry momentum for Fusion is strong and growing. OEM adoption of Brazos is excellent. We shipped more than 1 million Brazos platforms in its debut quarter to world class OEMs including Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo, MSI, Samsung, Sony and Toshiba.”

With more and more focus going to lightweight powerful notebooks, we can expect the industry adoption of AMD’s APUs grow significantly over 2011.

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HP Pavilion dv6t [Laptop Preview]


clip image003 thumb2 HP Pavilion dv6t [Laptop Preview]

Manufacturers: Hewlett-Packard (HP)

Class: HP Pavilion

Model: HP dv6t

Price: Rs. 75,000 approx

Specs Overview:

  • Operating System: Win 7 Home Premium 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-460M Dual Core Processor 2.53 GHz
  • Graphics card: Intel HD Graphics – For Dual Core Processors
  • RAM: 6 GB DDR3
  • Hard Drive: 750 GB, 5200 RPM
  • Battery: 6 cell, 5.25 hours max
  • Display: 15.6” LED
  • DVD-ROM: Super Multi 8x DVD R/RW with double layer support
  • Webcam: HP Integrated Webcam
  • Wireless: Intel Wireless-N card

The Looks:

The system over all has an impressive design. It’s neat and tidy without having a very flashy surface. However many users have reported the keyboard to be a little uneven and bloated in the middle.

Users who have Dell or other laptops would most probably have to get used to HP touch pads in some time because they appear to be more rigid and having some friction. Another serious issue is that many users said that the bottom of their laptop was not closed with screws properly so they had to redo it themselves. This is really irresponsible of HP but I think HP fans did not mind the flaw very much.

clip image001 thumb1 HP Pavilion dv6t [Laptop Preview]

“Runs like the Wind”:

The system is rated to be fast enough. The i5 processor along with 6GB RAM would actually run about everything. Another positive feature is that its processor comes with a turbo boost of up to 2.8Ghz. This makes it fast when you have loaded it fully with multi-tasking.

Compared to others in this price range, this machine is pretty fast.

No Recovery Discs:

The bad news is that HP will not give you any discs at all related to system support or system drivers. Even the windows 7 recovery disc that was provided earlier with the systems is now not being given out. The only solution is that you purchase DVDs after and make the recovery discs yourself. Another fact that many users might not know is that usually HP laptops will allow you to make recovery discs of its software only one time. So when you have made them, keep them safe. If you loose them, they cant be made again.

clip image002 thumb5 HP Pavilion dv6t [Laptop Preview]

“Gaming Freaks”:

Gaming freaks should know that this laptop is fine for “standard” gaming. I mean you can play games like Half Life 2 and Mafia 2 without any glitches. Intel card would obviously be missing some effects in the game play but it would still let you enjoy to a good extent. Gaming is also good because of the 6GB RAM which would support almost any game you want to play.

Similarly designing apps would also run perfect for the users. However there is a limitation in terms of resolution. You can not view resolutions higher than 1366×768.

Wireless and Blue Tooth:

A feature that has accompanied HP laptops for quite some time now is the combined Wireless and Blue tooth function. You can switch on both at a time but not one. It means if you don’t have a supply nearby and you battery is running low and you need to use the blue tooth, the wifi would also get operational with it and waste the precious energy. However this problem only affects energy deficient countries like ours.

Optional Features:

In the last review I wrote some confusion were created regarding the optional and base configuration features so in this one I would write down separately the additional features that you can get after paying the extra amount.

  • Touch screen: Rs. 13000
  • 1GB ATI Graphics Card: Rs. 9000
  • Blu Ray DVD writer: Rs. 13000
  • Blue Tooth: Rs. 2500
  • Back lit Key Board with Finger Print reader: Rs. 2500
  • HP wireless mouse: Rs. 2000
  • HP Mobile Noise cancelling Headphones: Rs 3000
  • HP DeskJet 3000 Printer: Rs 2700

There are many other additional feature besides these too like upgrading processor and RAM. Another thing is that all these additional features might not be available in Pakistan, but as I said before, it is always good to import a laptop rather than buy it here.

Official Rating: 4/5

Underline:

It is excellent for office work, entertainment and gaming but if you need higher resolutions for graphics designing, this is not the system for you!

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