- HP Pavilion dv4-2045dx Notebook PC (White) - AMD Turion II Dual-Core M500 2.2GHz / 14.1" WXGA / 4GB DDR2 / 320GB HD / DVD±RW/CD-RW / Built-in webcam / Windows 7 Home Premium Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this explicitly for using as a budget HTPC. I didn't need Blu-Ray or long battery life because I intended to park it on my components and plug it into my big screen via HDMI. I did need a computer with good graphics and a pc that was powerful enough to run flash and HD video without hiccuping. Picked this up yesterday and by the time I had the OS decrappified of all of the junk software they add to these budget computers I was up and running and connected to my entertainment center and watching youtube on the big screen in no time.
I'll leave some updates later but here are a few important things to keep in mind.
1. There is a little button above the touchpad that turns it on and off. Make sure it's on before you freak out.
2. You have to touch the wireless icon in order to turn on the wireless card. It glows red and changes color to blue when it's on and it's touch sensitive.
Both points aren't made clear in the manual.

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ASUS G73JH-X5 Republic of Gamers 17.3-Inch Gaming Laptop - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)The professional reviews of this series are correct. The cooling system is quiet and very effective. The screen is nice, but does pick up reflections in bright light. The machine is fairly heavy and you will need to buy a bag or sleeve meant for 18" screens because the thickness of the laptop prevents it from fitting in most 17.3 bags. The battery dies fast and furious, though you can squeeze out over an hour of use if you are just web browsing and turn down the screen backlighting. I wanted an ATI powered rig, not NVIDIA, and this fit the bill. I've had a couple of the grey bars of death screens that apparently are common with this series. That has been the most disconcerting issue. Hopefully some future 5870 drivers will clear that up. I wiped the drive and installed Windows 7 Ultimate. The laptop includes a utilities installation disk.
Update 1/13 - The computer continues to function pretty well. I haven't used it for gaming recently, but I have not had any more of the "grey bars" crashes. All drivers and bios are updated.
A different issue has developed: the built-in touch pad seems to loose sensitivity and/or malfunction periodically. This is very annoying as I use the laptop in multiple locations and rely on the touch pad - I do not carry around an extra mouse with me. There doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason to it, and updating the driver did not solve the issue. It goes through periods of not working, automatically resizing the window when I do not want to and other irksome issues.
Update 2/10 - Over the last several days I have been using this laptop for gaming. Nothing major - mostly "Two Worlds" on maxed settings. "Two Worlds" is a perfectly dull, buggy game I would not recommend to anyone, but it does have graphics that will push the mobile 5870 card a bit on maxed settings. When I first received the laptop (before updates) it was a game that gave me a couple of my GSODs. Anyway - no GSODs now. Updating everything seems to have worked. I haven't had a GSOD (knock on wood) since December. Now I will have to try a game that is actually worth playing! (I have a tower I have dedicated to major games - and it's hooked to a 60" Sony TV, so it is hard to use my newest stuff on the laptop for long periods when I can use the larger system instead.)
Update 4/26 - I've tried several other high demand / graphics intensive games on the laptop. It runs them very well. However, a new issue has appeared that seems to be common with this type of ASUS power supply. I discovered the jack that plugs into the laptop was bent sideways. I am very careful with my electronics - the laptop has never been banged or dropped and as far as I know the cord has never been jerked while plugged in. I can only assume the weight of the cord somehow bent the plug, or that it had a crack inside that widened at some point. Now the cord is shorting out. I did some research and it does appear that the power bricks are a wink link in for this series - both for failing or (to a lesser extent) physical issues like my bent jack. So. . .now I've been trying to get my power supply replaced by ASUS. . .and as many others have reported, dealing with them directly is no fun. I've received inconsistent replies and RMAs that initially requested I send in the entire computer. The issue is relatively new, but as of yet unresolved. At the moment I'm still giving this laptop four stars, though I would rate ASUS customer service around one and a half or two at the present time.
Update 5/11 - The power supply issue is resolved. ASUS eventually shipped me a new one, though it took a bit of wrangling with multiple customer service people before the item was sent. Once sent, it was shipped quickly. Strangly, the replacement feels lighter weight than the original - somewhat filmsier perhaps, though it is difficult to say for certain without the original here to compare (I had to send them the original - shipping at my expense). Now I'm paranoid about the plug breaking again as the other one bent with little or no provocation. Overall the customer service experience was about two stars out of five. If you have a problem, do not email them. Call them and keep calling if the RMA they send you isn't related to your issue. They also tried to get me to give them a credit card number to keep on file. I absolutely refused to divulge that information.
Overall still recommended. I would buy this again over the Toshiba gaming laptops if I had it to do over.

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Dell Studio XPS 15 Laptop, i7-2630QM, 8GB DDR3 Memory, 15.6 INCH FHD LCD Screen, NVIDIA GeForce GT 525M 1GB graphics, TV Tuner, 750GB 7200 RPM HD, Tray Load Blu-ray Disc, Windows 7 Home Premium, Backlit Keyboard, 2 Year Limited Warranty Review

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(More customer reviews)In December 2010, I ordered a studio XPS computer with all the goodies from Dell. This machine has been a total nightmare for someone who works online. In January 2011 (within 30 days of the purchase) the motherboard, display, and optical drive failed. Dell did send a technician to the house to replace these items. The fixes did not work and Dell sent me a new computer. The new computer was no better than the last; it started crashing on a regular basis. I called Dell for support; they insisted it was a software issue, not covered by the warranty (which expires in 2015).
They transferred me to the software department; I had to pay $107 for them to look at it online. Then the technician insisted that my computer had many viruses. I asked how that could be since McAfee protection came with my system and I was using it regularly. The technician insisted that McAfee was no good - you must buy Norton or this will keep happening. Okay - I did that. Then the technician did something that caused my computer to no longer boot. It took a couple of hours for him to reformat my hard drive. I lost all my information. Thankfully, most of the information was on my old computer since I had had only the new one for a couple weeks.
The past couple of months I have had difficulties using my CD/DVD optical drive. Dell sent a technician out to the house and replaced it. It was tested and worked fine. About 10 min. after the technician left, I tried to install a new program. My whole computer crashed. I called the technician and he called Dell who said that I had to call Dell for further repairs. I did. I spent about four hours with somebody in the hardware support division fishing around inside my computer. He kept trying to update my drivers for the optical drive, which the technician installed a few hours earlier. Eventually, the online technician deleted something and my computer crashed and refused to reboot.
I called Dell back and they sent me back to hardware support making me do a number of tests with the different F 1-12 buttons. Eventually we got it restarted and he sent me over to software because he could not figure out what was wrong. Once again, I had to pay for software support. After about three hours of testing, software support could not fix the problem either. Software decided that it was a hardware problem and the motherboard and optical drive need replaced again. There was no refund from the software support I purchased, even though it did not help. Here is a word to the wise - DO NOT BUY A DELL COMPUTER!


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Lifebook PH520 Notebook Review

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(More customer reviews)I originally purchased a 16" laptop with the thought in mind I would use it primarily as a home theater PC - plugged into my TV via an HDMI cord, as well as for some sporadic travel. That laptop for its size was one of the lightest out there, but it was a pain to take in and out of a backpack or bag. It now resides as the desktop of the household, plugged into a 21" moniter.
4.4" later...
I knew I wanted something with more processing power than a netbook and with the price that this one was presented to me at the time...it was a no-brainer!
I love the red - it makes it different! It has full Windows 7 and not the "slim" version that typically comes on netbooks. Since it comes with an HDMI port and wireless N, it makes the perfect HTPC, being able to watch streaming television and movies.
I typically get almost 4 hours of use time on the battery streaming movies, etc from on-line wirelessly.
For travel...it's the perfect size and light. The screen is nice and bright.
The only thing I have to complain about is the touchpad, I have a hard time using it compared to other laptops I've used. But since I only use it sparingly when I do travel and it mainly "lives" as an HTPC that I use with a wireless keyboard/mouse as a remote...it's an AWESOME - just-a-bit bigger than netbook - laptop!
Oh...did I mention I LOVE the red! Typically you have to pay for a "cool" color on a laptop, but this red is standard!


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Sony VAIO VGN-FW520F/T 16.4-Inch Brown Laptop (Windows 7 Home Premium) Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a PC guy, but I am also familiar with Macs. I love the Sony VAIO...this is my third one since 2001 and they are all still working great. This new one though is the best. My favorite aspects are the beautiful screen, Windows 7, and the Blu-ray player. I have used it for a couple weeks now, and it really is a laptop I just love to work on. The new graphical items in Windows 7 are awesome, which makes the user experience much more fun. The VAIO also comes with pre-installed software, but it's all stuff you want to keep on it--like the Sony audio/video applications. And again, I just can't stress enough how wonderful the screen is. My wife is a photographer, and she has taken some photos that just have that "so real" look to them on the screen...kind of like viewing a Blu-ray moview on a great TV. I am very pleased with this purchase.

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ASUS N43JF-A1 14-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Silver Aluminum) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this laptop because of the great specs. And indeed, it does have great potential but at the end of the day ASUS still doesn't get what it takes to make a premium notebook, in my opinion.
Let's start off with the PROS.
- Fast processor
- Great graphics card
- Incredible sound, it really is amazingly crisp and clear, and can get very loud with almost no distortion. The speakers were the only thing that absolutely amazed me in this notebook, at least in a good way.
- 7200RPM HDD
- Great warranty, two years + accidental damage for one year is definitely worth mentioning. Better than every other manufacturer, and a great value.
And that's basically it, all the good things I can say about this machine are from the components alone. However, stuffing a bunch of great components in a sub par enclosure, and having cheap feeling notebook is not a great solution. I personally would prefer weaker components, but a sturdier more premium feeling notebook.
So for CONS:
- Although this is meant to be a 14" portable notebook, the case is huge. It is almost the same size (Length, width and height) as my old Dell E1505 with a 15.4" screen. Personally I think this is ridiculous, basically I'm getting a smaller screen in the same form factor. Either way, it's not as portable as a 14" notebook should be.
- Not only is the case huge, but it's also very poor quality. ASUS adds gimmicky aluminum around the trackpad, but the whole rest of the keyboard is enclosed in cheap plastic (and you can tell). If you are going to use aluminum, do it right, and not as a cheap gimmick. I mean, by notebook wouldn't even sit completely flat on a desk, the bottom right corner (closest to the user) would hover about a millimeter above the ground.
- The keyboard shows an ALARMING amount of flex around the E key in particular. Although the keyboard is actually pretty responsive, and even nice to type on, it feels extremely cheap because of the huge amount of flex.
- Battery life: Again, I would like a decent amount of battery life in a 14" notebook. I wanted a smaller form factor to be more portable, unfortunately the battery doesn't even last 3 hours (but comes close). Factor in that most batteries loose capacity, and soon it will be lasting closer to 2 hours... I don't find this acceptable by today's standards.
- It's also somewhat noisy. I wouldn't call it loud, but it isn't quiet either. This is somewhat subjective, and I am pretty picky about noise, so maybe you won't notice.
So in conclusion, I feel like this laptop has great specs, and performs great, however feels flimsy and cheap, and is just not a pleasure to use. I feel like ASUS took all the newest and greatest parts, and just decided to stuff it into the first laptop they could find, without any sort of finesse. If you are looking for a great performing notebook and are willing to overlook some functional/aesthetic issues, you'll probably love the N43JF. If you were hoping for a more premium notebook feel because of the "aluminum" and ASUS' reputation for reliability, look elsewhere.

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Feel the Power. Hear the Power. Turn up the volume on the 14-inch N43Jf-A1 notebook and prepare to be impressed. Featuring ASUS SonicMaster technology—co-developed by world-renowned audio experts at Bang & Olufsen ICEpower—and a unique top-mounted speaker design, this multimedia powerhouse combines hardware and audio for an unsurpassed, ear-pleasing experience. Boasting new NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M graphics with battery-boosting NVIDIA Optimus technology, the N43Jf-A1 excels when performing graphic-intensive tasks like video editing, DirectX 11-enabled gaming, and graphic rendering. And with ASUS VideoMagic 3-in-1 software package, you get image-enhancing programs like PowerDVD 9 with True Theatre that instantly scales DVD-quality to Full 1080p HD with smoother frame rates so you can enjoy videos and movies in the quality they deserve. Powered by the Intel Core i5-460M processor with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, the N43Jf-A1 delivers the multitasking muscle and smart performance that senses the tasks at hand and dynamically boosts the processor for a stutter-free experience. Specially built into the N43Jf-A1, the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine extends battery life via the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid utility. The N43Jf-A1 also comes with SuperSpeed USB 3.0 that charges USB 3.0-enabled devices quickly and transfer files from USB storage devices to your notebook up to 10 times faster than previous generation USB 2.0 speeds1 The N43Jf-A1 features a 2.0 megapixel webcam with security lens cover, 500GB 7200RPM hard drive, ASUS Splendid technology, multi-touch trackpad, Express Gate, new wave keyboard, and a brushed aluminum design.

Key Features
14-inch LED-backlit HD display with ASUS Splendid Technology for crisp HD visual quality (Learn more)
ASUS SonicMaster Technology co-developed by world-renowned audio experts at Bang & Olufsen ICEpower delivers improved clarity, volume, and resonance, and more detailed sound. (Learn more)
Intel Core i5-460M processor with Intel Turbo Boost Technology for smart multitasking that automatically senses whatyou're doing and boosts performance(Learn more)
ASUS Super Hybrid Engine and ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid optimizes the system to extend battery life for the task at hand (Learn more)
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 for quicker device charging and up to 10x faster transfers than USB 2.01(Learn more)
New wave keyboard features larger-sized keys for an enhanced typing experience
NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM and battery-boosting NVIDIA Optimus technology delivers fast performance for Full HD playback and gaming (Learn more)
ASUS VideoMagic Software for clearer images and smoother visuals (Learn more)
Express Gate mini-operating system grants instant access to internet, music, Skype, and more in seconds

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Relax, ASUS Has You Covered Ranked as the #1 most reliable PC brand by 3 independent sources2, readers and editors alike choose ASUS as their trusted notebook and netbook. ASUS relentlessly strive to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC. We also back our commitment with the industry's most comprehensivewarranty.
1 Year ASUSGlobal Warranty3 Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars tothe price of competing laptops:
1 year global warranty
30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
2-way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support

1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty (ADW)3 Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.
Covers accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
1-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
24/7 toll-free phone support

What's in the Box
N43Jf-A1 Notebook
AC Adapter
6 cell Battery Pack
Warranty Information Card

Specifications
OperatingSystem: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Display: 14-inch LED-backlit HD display (1366 x 768)
Processor: Intel Core i5-460M processor (2.53 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.80 GHz)
Chipset: Intel HM55
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM
WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz), Bluetooth v2.1
LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
Memory: 4GB DDR3 SDRAM, 2 x SODIMM socket (expandable to 8GB)
Storage: 500GB 7200RPM hard drive
Optical Drive: Super Multi DVD
Camera: 2.0 megapixel with security lens cover
Speakers: Built-in speakers with SonicMaster Technology
Microphone: Digital Array Microphone
Card Reader: 1x 5-in-card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS-PRO/MS Duo)
Input/ Output: 1x Headphone-out jack, 1x Microphone-in jack, 1x VGA port, 1x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert, 2x USB 2.0 ports, 1x USB 3.0 port, 1x E-SATA, 1x HDMI port
Battery: 6 cell
Dimensions: 14 x 9.6 x 1.3 ~ 1.48 (W x D x H)
Weight: 5.28 lbs (with 6 cell)
Color: Silver

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Gateway NV7915u Notebook PC (Black) - Intel Core i3-330M 2.13GHz / 17.3" LCD / 4GB DDR3 / 500GB HD / 8x DVD-Super Multi Drive / Built-in webcam / 802.11b/g/draft-n / HDMI Port / Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Review

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(More customer reviews)I just purchased this product at BB yesterday, and I couldn't be happier! This was one case where BB had a better price than Amazon, $599.99. This is an exceptionally good laptop for that kind of dough, it does everything I need it to and then some. I have to give kudos to Intel for this amazing processor, it is way faster than my core 2 duo, with a lot of the same specs. The screen, however, is my favorite part, really crisp and clear for every purpose. I am not a gamer though, so that may not be it's best purpose. For a general household computer, it is more than sufficient with internet needs, email, music storage and streaming, and for movies as well, although a blu-ray disc player would be a nice addition. Not that I can complain for the price!! This gets 2 very big thumbs up!

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Sony VAIO VGN-FW455J/B 16.4-Inch Laptop - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)All in all, its good value for money
Just remember to upgrade the wireless adaptor drivers from Intel as the default one keeps dropping connection.

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Toshiba Satellite L645D-S4106 14.0-Inch Laptop - Grey Review

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(More customer reviews)Very happy with it. I was nervous about the AMD chip because I didn't know anything about it, but the performance is fine. Keyboard is very nice. Screen is great. Weight is impressive for such a feature-laden laptop with a 14" screen, which is why I bought it. Well, that and the BluRay drive, which is hard to come by. I hate touch pads, but there are very few other options, so I just use a portable mouse. The touch pad is fine if you like them, including support for scrolling and some gestures. There's no Bluetooth, but that doesn't really bother me. Overall, I'm thrilled.

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Ideal for students, on-the-go small business owners, or the family that needs a laptop that is small enough to travel, the Toshiba Satellite L645D (model L645D-S4106) features a 14-inch screen and weighs less than 5 pounds. It's a great choice for handling computing essentials at home, school or work--from surfing the Web and downloading video to managing household finances or studying for finals. And its high-gloss Fusion Finish in Helios Black will be sure to raise a few eyebrows.
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Sony VAIO VPCF136FM/B 16.4" Notebook (1.73 GHz Intel Core i7 - 740QM Processor, 6 GB RAM, 640 GB Hard Drive, Blu-ray) Review

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(More customer reviews)I did quite a bit of research for a new laptop. This Sony Vaio is excellent for the price. I wanted to make my own laptop on dell and sony website and everything was way above this price with all these features. For excellent performance and added features I didnt mind spending this much. I play games with no problem and multi task with amazing speed. The fan noise is a little loud at times of long gaming but I expected that. Overall I recommend this laptop.

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ASUS N82JQ-X1 14-Inch Laptop (Dark Brown) Review

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(More customer reviews)Had the laptop for two weeks and it started to blue screen, shutdown, and pixelate on a clean factory system. The wife called and ASUS tech support asked her to run a virus scan. She told them a full scan ran the previous night and nothing was detected. They told her to call back when the crashes occur again. What?
When it crashed for a four time I ran some diagnostics (memtest, SMART, SpeedFan, and windbg for the dump log) and found the issue was related to video (but more likely an overall heating issue). Found that the 720QM is a hot little puppy and hard to cool in a laptop. Sent the laptop to ASUS and they had it for 2 weeks. No customer contact or update on their RMA status check for the entire duration. After we got the laptop back (now with a new motherboard) it still runs very hot (cannot have this on your lap and the left side of the palm rest gets to 115F after 15 minutes of watching a show on Hulu). Oh, I forgot to mention that the first boot after since RMA return we had to call ASUS back. Since the motherboard was replaced our Windows 7 product code was no longer valid. I called ASUS and they wanted us to ship the laptop back. I instead called MS following the activation suggestions and MS got me back on track without a hassle. I also decided to burn the five recovery DVDs to make sure I have a recovery option. Well, the second DVD write fails on several types of DVD brands. Don't rely on ASUS for recovery media. Use Ghost, Windows Backup, and/or Clonezilla for your recovery options.
Overall: the laptop is fast, the graphics are good (not great) for newer games, the heat is a serious issue, and tech support is not very helpful. I would recommend an Core i5 that comes with optimus technology instead of a model with Core i7.

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Expect an Encore Turn up the performance on the 14-inch N82Jq notebook and prepare to be impressed. Featuring powerful NVIDIA GeForce GT 335M graphics with 1GB of DDR3 VRAM, the N82Jq delivers turbo-charged graphics that brings pristine HD quality for your videos, movies, and games. And with ASUS VideoMagic software, you get a premium software package to instantly take your standard definition media to an up-scaled HD experience with smoother frame rates and sharper images, so you can enjoy your favorite DVDs – new and old – in the quality they deserve. The N82Jq also comes with the Intel Core i7-720QM processor that delivers the multitasking muscle to take on several tasks at once. Plus, with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, this multimedia powerhouse automatically senses what you're doing and boosts processor performance to optimize your task at hand. Switch on the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine and seamlessly optimize the system for increased battery savings. The N82Jq also gives you the latest in connectivity with Super Speed USB 3.0 that charges USB 3.0-enabled devices quickly, and transfer files from USB storage devices to your notebook up to 10 times faster than previous generation USB 2.0 speeds.1

Key Features
14-inch Slim-Type LED-backlit HD display with ASUS Splendid Technology for crisp HD visual quality (Learn more)
Intel Core i7-720QM processor with Intel Turbo Boost Technology for smart multitaskingthat automatically boosts performance for the task at hand(Learn more)
Super Speed USB 3.0 for quicker device charging and up to 10x faster transfers than USB 2.01 (Learn more)
NVIDIA GeForce GT 335M graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM delivers fast performance for Full HD playback and gaming (Learn more)
ASUS VideoMagic Software for clearer images and smoother visuals (Learn more)
ASUS Super Hybrid Engine boosts system performance and saves battery life with selectable power profiles (Learn more)
High-speed wireless N and Bluetooth v3.0 for fast Internet speed and enhanced Bluetooth connectivity(Learn more)

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Mesmerizing Visuals
Ingenious Multitasking
Enhanced Connectivity
Striking Style and Intelligent Control
ASUS Makes Your Windows 7 Experience Better
ASUS 360 – 1 Year Global Warranty
ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty
What's in the Box The entire ASUS N82Jq-X1 package contains a warranty information card, AC Adapter, ASUS N82Jq-X1 notebook, and 6-cell battery pack.
ASUS N82Jq-X1 notebook
AC Adapter
6-cell Battery Pack
Warranty Information Card
Specifications
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Display: 14-inch Slim-Type LED-backlit HD display (1366 x 768)
CPU: Intel Core i7-720QM processor (1.6 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.8 GHz)
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GT 335M graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM
Wireless: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz) , Bluetooth v3.0
LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
Memory: 4GB DDR3-1066 DRAM, 2 x SODIMM socket (up to 8GB)
Storage: 320GB 7,200RPM hard drive
Optical Drive: Super Multi DVD
Camera: 2.0 Megapixel
Audio: Altec Lansing speakers with SRS Premium Sound, ALC269 High Definition Codec with Embedded Class D Speaker Amplifier
Microphone: Digital Array Microphone
Card Reader: 1x 8-in- card reader (MMC/SD/Mini-SD/XD/Memory Stick/MS Pro/MS Duo/MS-Pro-Duo)
Input/ Output: 1x Headphone-out jack, 1x Microphone-in jack, 1x VGA port, 1x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert, 2x USB 2.0 ports, 1x USB 3.0 port, 1x E-SATA, 1x HDMI port
Battery Pack: 6 cell
Dimensions: 13.8 x 9.7 x 1.3 ~ 1.4 (W x D x H)
Weight: 5.06 lbs
Color: Brown
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Samsung RF510-S02 15.6-Inch HD LED Laptop (Graphite Radiant Burst) Review

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(More customer reviews)So far I am very impressed by this laptop. For the price, the included hardware, specifically the processor, RAM, and video card are quite impressive--these are the things that made my decision to purchase this laptop. I am not going to list either pro or con for the battery, this machine is a powerhouse, so of course it's going to suck a lot of power. If you want a business travel machine or ultra-portable this isn't for you. This laptop is intended for someone who needs desktop power that has the *option* of being mobile when necessary. This fits fine with my lifestyle. I should mention that I am coming to this laptop as an owner of 3 Apple laptops. I made the switch because the hardware on this *far* exceeds the Apple version of the same price point. Or even that of double this price point. My purchase of this item was at $849.99. This is $100-200 less than any other online retailer at the time I purchased, so a great deal with Amazon.
I'm going to review a few points not well-covered in the product description or other reviews:
Pros:
-There is a feature to turn off the LED backlight (function+F5). This reminds me a bit of the Pixel Qi display panels, but more rudimentary since it isn't an eInk technology, just simple LCD panel. However, if outdoors in bright sunlight, the screen is very easy to see and battery savings are significant. Otherwise, you will want to keep the backlight on, unless you put a bright lamp directly behind you.
-Already mentioned, but the feel of the keyboard is the best I've found in a laptop. Amazing. Very slightly rubberized keys with a soft but not completely weightless action. This is excellent for a fast typist, but isn't so ultra-sensitive that it causes accidental letter repeats.
-The touchpad is great. The ELAN Smart-Pad driver has a lot of extra options. My previous laptop is a macbook and I am accustomed to gesture touchpads (swiping, 2-finger scrolling vertically and horizontally and more). I needed to configure a few options, but in the end am able to mimic all touchpad options I utilized on my macbook. This is very valuable.
-The palmrest is a metal material, which surprised me. It looks as though it should wear well, I've had laptops where the friction from use and oils from hands discolored or rubbed away paint/tint in the plastic.
-There are 4 USB ports (two 2.0 (left side) and two 3.0 (right side). This is great, because I have a few USB devices that are wider than typical and prevent use of the adjacent USB port. With two ports on either side, I can keep a bulky device on one side and still use the other two, or use two bulky ones at the same time.
-I've been using the CPU monitoring widget for Win7. So far it seems that the laptop only kicks in use of additional processor cores when absolutely necessary, battery life seems to be a bit better than I expected. With casual browsing and IM going I get about 2.3-2.5 hours on one charge. This is with settings for longer battery life enabled.
Cons:
-Fast Start is quoted as a 3 second or less duration in waking from 'sleep.' So far this is more in the 4-8 second range for me. Not a dealbreaker, but slightly annoying that it is advertised as "within 3 seconds."
-The webcam is (I believe) 0.5 MP. It has poor detail and is honestly just crummy. Just what I'd expect with that. Not a feature I plan on using, but it's surprising that this piece of hardware is so far behind the curve of the rest, especially given that these cameras are relatively inexpensive, especially for a 1 or 2 MP. I knew the low MP going into the purchase so had no expectations of quality. It doesn't affect my rating but I figure it worth mentioning for someone who needs higher quality. Honestly, it's still such a great machine, if that's a big deal, I'd get a clip-on external cam for when you need one.
-One minor issue with keyboard layout. There's a 10-key layout on the right side of the keyboard, the zero key is the same width as the other numbers, directly below the 2 key which is not ergonomically sound for use by your thumb when doing significant number entry. This nearly defeats the inclusion of the 10-key section. I rarely do much of this type of work, but for someone who intends to utilize this, you may wish to consider another system or remap the right arrow key to function as a zero.
As you can see, the cons are fairly minor when considering the system and pros. I've only had the laptop for a week so will update this review if I notice anything different. Feel free to comment if you have any specific questions about this review or laptop.
For more reviews and at about $120 or so cheaper, check out the Samsung RF510-S01 15.6-Inch HD LED Laptop (Graphite Radiant Burst). The only difference is a slightly slower processor (Intel Core i5, you'd only notice a difference if doing very system-intensive work like video editing, 3D gameplay) and smaller hard drive (500 GB). If you just intend on using the laptop for web browsing and office applications, save yourself the cash.

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Lenovo ThinkPad X301 27763PU 13.3-Inch Laptop (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is an excellent laptop for me. The size and weight is amazing for carrying to school and back. Just throw it in my backpack and it's ready to go. The SSD is offers piece of mind knowing I won't lose my important files and documents just because I move my laptop around so much.
Excellent Buy!

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SPEAK SOFTLY AND CARRY A THINKPAD. The Lenovo ThinkPad X301 notebook achieves a new benchmark of excellence in the unrivaled legacy of Think brand innovations - a breakthrough, full-featured business ultraportable that forces none of the compromises typical of other ultraportable systems.Business travelers, meet your new everywhere companion.Technophiles, meet your new object of desire.The X301 advances ultraportable computing offering smart design and cutting-edge technology in the thinnest full-featured ThinkPad notebook ever made.It’s the ultimate business tool.
Lenovo ThinkPad X301 Key Features
ULTRAPORTABLE DESIGN

Extremely lightweight (only 3.35lbs) with improved power management features which optimize battery life
Increased keyboard size for a great typing experience
13.3 inch widescreen LED-backlight display - The latest in display backlight technology, LED backlit displays are thinner, lighter and use less power than traditional notebook displays, but still provide the same level of brightness for easy viewing.

ULTRAPORTABLE PERFORMANCE

Powerful Intel ULV processor technology for optimal design and battery life
Genuine Windows 7 Professional (32 bit) - Work anywhere more easily and securely with Windows 7 Professional.Your PC, simplified.
High performance DDR3 memory
Solid State Drive provides extremely fast performance and consumes less power compared to a standard hard drive
Legendary ThinkPad quality, reliability and durability
Convenient Access Connections software to manage your connectivity options as you move from location to location.

ULTRA PROTECTED AND ULTRA SECURE

Next Generation Roll cage technology - combining carbon and glass fiber for superior protection and extremely light weight.
Integrated Fingerprint Reader - lets you access your password-protected system with a simple swipe of the finger. And it works with the standard Trusted Platform Module hardware and Client Security Solution software to provide a seamless, top-to-bottom security package.
ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery - a robust system-backup and recovery tool to help preserve your data and settings. There's even a convenient one-button recovery feature.
Spill-resistant keyboard

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Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7 provides a faster, richer and easier way to use your PC

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Windows 7 Professional
Professional-grade reliability
Next-generation roll cage technology
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HP Pavilion dv6t Select Edition - Windows 7 Home Premium, Intel Core i5-450M Dual Core processor 2.40GHz, 6GB DDR3 Ram, 640GB HD, 512MB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470, Blu-ray +/-R/RW with SuperMulti DVD+/-R/RW, 15.6" diagonal High Definition LED HP Widescreen with TouchScreen and HP TouchSmart's intuitive multi-touch applications, Webcam, Intel Wireless-N Card with Bluetooth Review

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(More customer reviews)High Points:
-Features: A complete desktop replacement, fast, responsive, multi-tasks, comes with lots of memory
-Touchscreen Option (though sometimes it drags a bit)
-Touchpad Locking Mechanism (always nice to have)
-Beautiful HD Display
-Back Lit Keyboard
-Web Camera: Actually pretty decent, no dragging
-Finger Print Reader: Works very well
-Very sturdy casing and asthetically pleasing design
-Runs Quietly and Doens't Overheat for the most part
Lower Points:
-Battery Life: I get about 4 hours out of this if I'm just using word processing, otherwise I get about 2
-Size: A bit large to carry around with you everywhere you go and it's a bit heavy for that as well (about 5.5 lbs)
-HP Touchsmart Software: Not very zippy (the interface loads slowly as do the applications in the interface - slower than I would like for sure & sometimes it takes a couple of tries to open some of the options)
Conclusion:
The video graphics have so far been very good (video and gaming). I wish they had a touchscreen option on a smaller and lighter option (with the batter life that goes along with a lighter unit), but otherwise I have been very happy with this laptop. It's the best one I've ever had.

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Acer AS8943G-9429 18.4-Inch Laptop (Aluminum) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a nice machine. But if you need the 2nd hard drive that they claim to support you are out of luck. It does not ship with the kit to install the 2nd drive, and three calls to acer tech support, two calls to their recommended 'parts vendors' and a call to amazon.com have all been fruitless: The bracket and cover needed are not available. Maybe you can buy it preconfigured with two drives. But, you won't be adding one later without doing some metal work and cutting off some bits of plastic. Which probably voids your warranty.
As to why: It looks like there is not much airflow in that spot. Maybe they had heat and reliability problems with regular drives, so they decided to pretend they can't cough up a mounting kit. I want to put a solid-state drive there, so there should be no problem.
I'm still debating whether to hack a solution, or send it back. Three stars 'cause they lied to me about the 2nd drive. Would be 4.5 stars except for that (minus 0.5 stars for the weird keyboard). Caveat emptor.
UPDATE: In the end I sent it back and got a full refund.

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Acer Aspire AS8943G: Ultimate Multimedia Center
Whether are used for creating multimedia content, watching movies or dominating the latest PC games, the Acer Aspire 8943G notebook PC (model AS8943G-9429) delivers high-end styling and world-class performance. It features a brilliant 18.4-inch CineCrystal edge-to-edge glass LED back-lit display with full high-definition (1080p) resolution. And it combines best-in-class Intel Core i7 processing power and stunning ATI Radeon HD graphics with a Blu-ray Disc drive for viewing movies in crystal-clear HD resolution and a Dolby-optimized surround-sound system for an immersive on-the-go cinema experience. And the Blu-ray Disc drive includes an integrated SuperMulti drive for creating your own DVDs and CDs. You'll also enjoy the multitasking freedom from the maximized 8 GB of installed RAM.

The AS8943G's exterior sports an aluminum cover that not only looks sharp, but also protects the seamless, frameless display. Upon opening the lid, you'll be wowed by sharp design lines as well as a host of balanced contrasts, including glossy and matte finishes and silver and black accents. The new dual-mode touchpad combines Acer's multi-gesture actions with a touch-sensitive media console. And the new chiclet style keyboard (keys with straight edges vs. slanted sides) extends to a dedicated numeric keypad.

You'll be able to burn through the hottest new digital media, content creation and advanced 3D gaming with the breakthrough performance of the Intel Core i7 processor thanks to the combination of Intel Turbo Boost technology and Intel Hyper-Threading technology, which maximizes performance to match your workload.

Quickly retrieve and store all your media files on the large 500 GB hard drive, and with dual hard drive support you can add another drive for backups or up to 1.2 TB of extra storage.

Enjoy the next generation of video playback with the HDMI output, which allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video and audio to your digital TV or capable external monitor. The 1.3-megapixel HD webcam presents vivid images even in low-light situations so you can go face-to-face in online chats and easily take still pictures and videos to share. And to make data transfer painless, it includes an eSATA port to speed up large file transfers while a FireWire port moves videos quickly from your digital camcorder.

Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to.

You'll also experience new ways to deliver your best work with Office Starter 2010.

Key Features
18.4-inch CineCrystal LED-backlit widescreen display with 1920 x 1080-pixel resolution (native 1080p for Full HD viewing). Its widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio is designed to present websites without lots of left-right scrolling, as well as with a smoother line of sight. Specs include a 220-nit high brightness rating, 8ms response time, and 60 percent color gamut.
1.73 GHz Intel Core i7-740QM processor (with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.93 GHz) delivers maximum processing power in response to peak demands. Intel's Turbo Boost technology maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--providing more performance when you need it the most. It also comes equipped with ATI Radeon HD 5850 Graphics--an advanced video engine that delivers smooth, high-quality HD video playback, and advanced 3D capabilities, providing an ideal graphics solution for everyday computing.
500 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with support for a second hard drive
8 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (1066 MHz; expandable to 16 GB)
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5850 graphics deliver advanced technology to deliver cinema-quality audio and video with 2 GB of DDR3 discrete graphics memory. Using ATI Stream technology, it helps accelerate even the most demanding applications, enabling you to do more than ever with your notebook. It's compatible with the latest DirectX 11 games.
Watch Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal clear resolution with the read-only Blu-ray drive; this notebook also includes an integrated 4x DVD±R/RW SuperMulti drive capable of reading/writing of CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM.
Dual-Mode Touchpad lets you switch functions between a Multi-Gesture Touchpad and a Media Console. Control the show with touch-sensitive buttons that take you straight to your favorite movies or music. In addition, the scrolling volume wheel puts sound management at your fingertips. (Learn more)
Bio-Protection Fingerprint Reader provides an extra level of laptop security safeguarding unauthorized users from accessing your PC at the touch of your fingerprint.
Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking capability provides up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range using 802.11n-compatible routers as you would with 802.11g networks. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found at Wi-Fi hotspots and in older home routers). This laptop uses Acer InviLink Nplify technology that enables multi-stream input or output for faster and more reliable bandwidth, and it also offers Acer SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency.
Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
5 built-in speakers and dedicated subwoofer simulate surround sound with trumpeting clear tones and deep bass beats while Dolby Home Theater Audio delivers riveting sound from any pair of PC speakers or headphones.
Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support for true 5.1-channel surround-sound output
Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD)
Four USB 2.0 ports
Next-generation eSATA port offers a transfer speed of 3GB/s, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. It allows easy sharing and transfer of entertainment content and digital media on external devices.
FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals.
HDMI high-definition audio/video output allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video to your digital TV or LCD. It also includes a standard VGA video output.
Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process. (Learn more)
Up to 3 hours of battery life (8-cell battery)
Dimensions: 17.3 x 11.6 x 1.7 inches (WxDxH)
Weight: 10.1 pounds
Warranty: One-year parts and labor limited warranty with concurrent International Traveler's Warranty

What's in the Box
This package contains the Acer Aspire AS8943G-9429 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions

It also comes with the following software:
McAfee Internet Security Suite (trial version); Norton Online Backup; NTI Media Maker; Windows Live Essentials; Microsoft Office Starter 2010 (reduced-functionality and advertising; Office 2010 product key can be purchased to activate preloaded suite)
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The Acer Dual-Mode Touchpad
The dual-mode touchpad offers integrated, capacitive touch media controller icons that allows you to switch between multi-gesture mode to media console mode. At the flick of a finger, you can go straight to your favorite movies or music. Integrated into the touchpad, the backlit media console icons glow underneath the pad, providing a clean simplistic design. In addition, a convenient scrolling volume wheel directly under the touchpad makes it easy to control volume levels.

With built-in multi-gesture capabilities, you can pinch, flick and swirl your fingers across the touchpad for more natural photo and video viewing as well as intuitive navigation of websites. It also enables you to scroll, zoom in and out and flip through Web pages, photos, spreadsheets and more.

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Acer Aspire TimelineX AS3820T-5246 13.3-Inch HD Laptop (Black Brushed Aluminum) Review

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(More customer reviews)When receiving the package, I immeadiately charged it. Afterwards, downloaded all the programs that I needed to replace my four year old laptop. Talked to the internet company to get that started (my fault b/c I forgot a step to set up). After my set-up was done, I absolutely LOVE it!!!!
My soul purpose for the Timeline is writing. But I do need to carry the laptop to different locations and interview clients. And this "dream" laptop is a sure delight. The processing speed is quick for what I do. Downloads are fast. And the biggest plus....this laptop does not get HOT like my old one. So, I'm ditching the "lap"top cooler! I'm free to roam.
The Battery life is outstanding! I surfed the web for over two hours(unplugged from the ac adaptor) before I came to write this review, my indicator is showwing 90%...8 hours left! WOW!!! Granted, I did some tweaking to the display and power adjustments. But still, 8 hours left after two hours of surfing the net....I love this laptop!
Now the down side. If you're looking to webcam with this laptop, you'll be disappointed. You need to be outside for the proper lighting. Or you can have the lamp light your face if you're indoors. I have adjusted the webcam to a certain degree, but still the quality wasn't there. But like I mentioned before, the soul purpose is for writing.
PRO: Lightweight, Battery life!
CONS: Webcam quality.
If anything should arise in the near future, I'll add it to my review.
I highly suggest the Timeline X to everyone who is in my position.
Addendum:
Someone asked for the Windows Experience Index:
Processor: Calculations Per Second..... 6.3
Mem(RAM): Memory Ops Per Second..... 5.9
Graphics: Desktop Performance for Win..4.7
Gaming Graphics: Performance.....4.9
Primary Hard Disk: Data transfer..... 5.9


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8-Hour, All-Day Performance with the Acer Aspire TimelineX 3820T Combining Intel Core i3 processing performance with extended battery life, the breathtaking thin and lightweight Acer Aspire TimelineX laptop (model AS3820T-5246) gives you the freedom to roam all day long with an 8-hour battery life and stay productive with its 13.3-inch LED-backlit display.

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Toshiba Satellite P505-S8980 18.4" Notebook (2.2GHz Core 2 Duo T6600 6GB RAM 500GB HDD Blu-ray Read Only Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit) Review

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(More customer reviews)I wanted a large screen laptop that I could use around the house. This computer satisfied my requirement. The screen is very large and sharp. My best photos come up large and crisp. Beautiful colors. The speakers are wonderful and were an unexpected surprise. It is like wearing a good set of earphones. The computer is silent. I do not hear the fans or drive. It is very fast.
I did not like the style in the store (Best Buy) since it is shiny black and I prefer a flat finish. But once I got it home I realized it is very smart, modernistic. My wife who is picky on such matters remarked that it is beautiful. The keys are flat like minature tiles but this is ok with me and I would prefer if the function keys were set somewhat lower. It smudges but you only see this in direct light and it wipes off anyway.
I would not buy this computer for travelling due to its size. But as a home laptop it is great. I am very happy with my choice.


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