Laptops Arena

Business notebooks from Compaq come cheap but the features cannot be considered cheap by far. Take for example the HP Compaq 6735b notebook priced at $829. When you see this price you instantly think it might be something wrong with it but there isn’t. It’s just a good product priced at a true value. Because in some cases when you a portable system you don’t actually buy the system but the name, the brand.
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The one thing that may make this notebook cheap is the plastic chassis.  But if what matters for you more is a resistant keyboard, a hard drive with active protection and good performance then don’t overlook this model.  In matter of design, HP Compaq 6735b has a classic black and grey combination of colors and only some LEDs are blue. It measures 14.0 x 10.5 x 1.3 inches and it weights 5.9 pounds. The keyboard on the other hand is full-size and very comfortable. Being a business notebook it must be as you need to type those e-mails notes and all without misspells. The keypad has a low-friction surface and the buttons are responsive. Above the keyboard are the volume touch-sensitive strips and the dedicated mute button. It has all the ports and connectivity you need on the sides. You will find four USB ports, FireWire, VGA port, Ethernet, modem, ports for each microphone and headphone jacks, serial ports and a memory card reader to =transfer data from other gadgets.

The display is another thing to be proud of; it features a 15.4” WXGA with BrightView technology and a 1280x800 pixels resolution. You can customize the screen and choose from different types of resolutions and surfaces.  But this 15.4” one delivers bright and vibrant colors even in sunlight. The multiformat DVD burner will allow you to both watch movies from the DVD and create your own DVDs saving important data. The built-in stereo speakers sound very good and they deliver the sound you expect from a good notebook. You can adjust the volume to fit right while in the conference room. You can choose to have integrated camera also if you want to start video-conferences while in a business trip.  Even with its low cost this business notebook does not leave anything behind. The keyboard is spill-resistant and the hard drive has 3D DriveGuard protection in order to protect your data in case you drop the notebook. You can also select to put passwords and use the fingerprint reader for better security.



There is another useful application called HP QuickLook 2 which allows you to see some snapshots of your calendar, Outlook e-mail and contacts when the computer is turned off or in hibernate mode. The amount of memory installed is 2GB of RAM and you can upgrade to a maximum of 8GB. The hard drive has 250GB giving you enough storage for all your files, text documents, spreadsheets and so on. You can also go wireless with Wi-Fi.



The battery is rated to last for 4.25 hours, a good thing because business men are always on the run and they need a reliable system. The operating system is Windows Vista Business but you can downgrade to Windows XP. The warranty is for one year and the online tech support is unlimited.

HP notebooks are very popular among their users as they provide the right functionality and reliability you are looking in a portable system. And the HP g60-230us is no exception. It has a sleek design, measures 14.9 x 9.9 x 1.7 inches and weights 9.4 pounds. For you movie lovers out there, this notebook offer a display without those annoying black bars which appear when you are watching a movie. The display is 16” and has a 16:9 aspect ratio. The design is minimalistic; the cover is glossy and reflective proving to look elegant but stylish.
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It has an integrated webcam which allows you to start video chatting, take pictures or record video clips. And with the digital microphone you can now chat endlessly with your friends. With the Intel GMA 4500M graphics you can play intensive games and open multimedia and intensive applications. What is more it offers an external DVD allowing you to play movies directly from it or to watch your favorite concerts. The 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium T4200 processor offers dual-core productivity, just what you need for multi-tasking. The hard drive stores 320GB and the memory installed is 3GB (you can upgrade to 4GB maximum). This amount of memory allows you to store as many documents, applications, games you want and with the amount of RAM you will be assured to open applications and switch tasks without any problems. The dual-layer DVD±RW drive will burn both CDs and DVDs. Connecting to the internet is very easy using the quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n). You also receive a 5-in-1 memory card reader so you can transfer your files, photos from your external gadgets. The operating system Windows Vista will help you organize your tasks, sort albums, put everything in order.

What is more, the HP g60-230us processor will provide you with the performance you see in high-demanding notebooks. You will be able to both play a game and in the background perform an antivirus scan of your computer. In addition, the LightScribe DVD±RW drive allows you to laser-etch text and images on your CDs and DVDs so you can offer them as gifts or store then in a more pleasant way. HP provides software for burning disks and after you finish you can turn the disk over and burn the image or text you want.



The keyboard has 101-keys and the touchpad is considered a bit hard to use being glossy, so you should take into account the possibility of a mouse. The touchpad also includes two launch buttons for HP QuickPlay Music and DVD. The screen’s resolution is 1366 x 768 pixels, the perfect resolution and the perfect screen size (16”) for watching movies. Video is provided by Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500M showing clearer and crisper images. And along with the integrated Altec Lansing speakers you will have the perfect system for multimedia use.



HP g60-230us has all the ports and connection you need including 3 USB ports, one HDMI output, one VGA port, a port for each microphone and headphone jacks, 10/100 Fast Ethernet networking and a 56k mode. The 6-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery will last for about 2-3 hours deepening on the applications you run.

If you are looking for an affordable notebook that has all it takes to be a powerful system you should see the <strong>HP G50-133US</strong>. It is mostly a combination of the essential features, great design and performance to provide all you need in a <strong>notebook product</strong>.
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It has a sleek and thin design with a 15.4” display all in a glossy imprint that combines elegancy and functionality for everyday use. It has been designed to provide great value features delivering quality and reliability.  You can find it for about $400-500, $400 if you are lucky to get some rebates or coupon codes for discount. After reading this <strong>review</strong> you will see for yourself if this <strong>notebook</strong> is worth considering.

This <strong>HP G50-133US notebook</strong> is powered by a 2.16 GHz Intel Pentium Dual-Core Mobile Processor T3400. The memory is maximum installed (3GB) and the hard drive has 250GB, enough room to store all your files, music, movies, applications and so on. As for video graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500M will allow you to open even demanding applications and games. What is more it is even loaded with SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support, now you are able to make your own CDs and DVDs and watch a movie directly from the DVD. And with the 15.4” Diagonal High definition display with BrightView technology it will be mote than a thrill. The resolution is 1280x800. Connection to the internet can be made through many ways; it has a High speed 56K modem, integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN and wireless LAN 802.11 b/g WLAN. The sound is provided by Altec Lansing speakers, which prove to give actually high-volume and clear sound. This notebook also has a full-keyboard with all the functional keys and shortcut included. Typing turns out to be comfortable and easy even when you speed things up.



Regarding ports and connectivity you have them all. 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reade, three USB ports, one port for VGA, one HDMI port, one for modem, LAN, and one port for each headphone and microphone. All ports can be found on the sides and little on the back of the <strong>notebook</strong>. Furthermore, it measures 14.05" (L) x 10.07" (D) x 1.37" (min H) - 1.72" (max H) and it weights 6.46 lbs. the 6-cell Lithium-Ion battery will provide you enough time to finish all your tasks and reading all your e-mails. You can imagine from the amount of RAM installed that the operating system is Windows Vista Home Premium. Also there is an antivirus provided, Norton Internet Security 2009, with 60 days of free update. You will see other software being pre-installed for security and support, multimedia, productivity and finance and internet solutions.



Some complain about the fact it can’t be upgraded in what concerns the memory, 3GB being the maximum and having a glossy display sometimes it might be difficult to watch it in direct sunlight. But if you are willing to pass these downgrades, especially that 3GB is enough to run Windows Vista smoothly and will allow you to run multiple applications as well, this <strong>HP G50-133US notebook</strong> will provide with the right combination between elegant style, functionality, mobility and portability.

<strong>HP 6715b notebook</strong> is designed for business. It has a powerful processor to boost up the system, comfortable keyboard, just what you need when you have tons of e-mails to send, big display so you won’t suffer from headache when you concentrate too much and the price is also attractive.
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What is more you can do some <strong>upgrades</strong> for example on the <strong>RAM</strong> and you will assure this notebook to work at its best performance. Because <strong>upgrading RAM</strong> improves speed and helps a lot when you want to open multiple applications. And the price is around £555.

<strong>HP</strong> <strong>business</strong> comes in three different lines: Balanced Mobility, where you have a combination of all good features, Ultra-Light, where the accent is put on portability and slimness and High-Performance, these are pricy and not that light but they perform tasks excellent better than a laptop. And the <strong>HP 6715b</strong> comes from the Balanced Mobility giving you a little of each. The size of this notebook is 35.7cm by 26.5cm by 3.5cm and it weights no more than 2.7kg, not too heavy for a notebook but not the lightest one. But the construction is really solid, the twin claps securing the lid and the keyboard are very stable and the screen has flexibility. So if you carry it in your bag be sure not to lay something heavy on it. The 15.4” screen is excellent, delivers great image quality at a good resolution of 1680x1050 pixels. The screen is matte not glossy so you don’t have to mind about reflection when you are outside working. The angle of the view is wide so you will be able to read a lot of information on the screen.



It has a full-size QWERTY keyboard, with fast response. Even when you are typing with speed you won’t make many misspells. There are function keys to start up some functions like Home, PgUp, PgDn and End. On the right there are controls for the volume and the mute button. On the left there is a button to open the Presentation Options dialogue box so you can launch presentation using a single button. Other shortcut buttons include the one for Wi-Fi and touch-panel button which launches HP info center, where youa re able to find system information, user guides and all types of services. This <strong>notebook</strong> is powered by an AMD Turion 64 X2 processor, being dual-core it is designed for mobility. The amount of <strong>memory</strong> installed is <strong>2GB</strong> of <strong>RAM</strong> and you can make an <strong>upgrade</strong> to maximum of 4GB. You can easily find <strong>RAM</strong> to <strong>upgrade</strong>, buy either 1GB more or 2GB if you want to benefit the maximum. You can choose from Windows Vista Business or Windows XP as operating systems. The graphics are ATI’s Radeon Xpress X1250 chip with 512MB shared memory.



Furthermore there is integrated Bluetooth, Wi-Fi connectivity, 160GB hard drive; plenty room for storage, and a DVD+/-RW SuperMulti Double Layer drive. On the sides of the <strong>HP 6715b</strong> <strong>notebook</strong> are the ports for USB, modem connector, flash memory card reader, headphone and microphone sockets, a FireWire port. The battery is 6-cell Li-ion and it will provide enough time to complete your tasks. Being a business notebook it provides a fingerprint sensor.  Great performance at great price.

There are many good things to say about the <strong>HP Dv6985se</strong>. To start with let’s admire the beautiful design, the 12-cell <strong>battery</strong> giving incredible <strong>battery</strong> life, the spacious comfortable keyboard and the dual headphone jacks. On the other side, having such a good <strong>battery</strong> the weight is bigger (around 6.6 pounds) but taking into account there are <strong>laptops</strong> out there which weight a lot more we can skip this slight disadvantage.
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Especially if you plan on keeping it at home or use it at the office. You can take it with you if you don’t mind carrying it around or if you travel by car. If you want to get a spare one you can choose to replace it with a 9-cell to lower the weight but it will resist less but the price also cuts down. A replacement <strong>battery</strong> (12-cell one) costs around $90-$100.

The <strong>HP</strong>’s <strong>dv6985se laptop</strong> stands out from the other <strong>HP Pavilion</strong> ones with two reasons concerning style: copper-colored lid and the silver interior. The special design is not for everybody as it stands out and it is by far typical. The display features 15.4” and has a 1280x800 resolution. It has a glossy finish giving bright and vivid colors. If you plan on watching lots of movies or playing games you will be more than thrilled. And even if you are reading your e-mail or chatting around it won’t bother you at all. Above the display is the built-in 1.3 megapixels webcam allowing you to start video chats with your friends or family. The keyboard is comfortable and the keypad is very wide and has a scroll zone and above it is the on/off button. You can easily press it when you are using an external mouse or just type without pausing. Above the keyboard are some shortcut keys used for launching the HP’s media player, buttons for adjusting the volume and the control disk playing.



According to ports and connectivity, this <strong>HP Dv6985se laptop</strong> has them all: VGA-out, S-Video, three USB ports, mini-FireWire, multiformat memory card reader, stereo speakers, two headphone jacks, microphone jack, ports for modem, Ethernet, 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi. The optical drive is DVD burner with LightScribe allowing you to create your own DVDs and to watch movies directly from the DVD. The speakers incorporated are the usual Altec Lansing stereo speakers giving loud sound but at a higher volume you will notice some sound-treble. The powerful processor, 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, allows you to open intensive applications and gives performance and speed when you are operating the laptop. As for the memory there is 4GB RAM installed and you won’t have to worry about opening multiple tasks as with this HP they will work just fine. As you can imagine the operating system is Windows Vista 64-bit. And as I said before the <strong>12-cell</strong> <strong>battery</strong> boosts up the performance of the laptop with about 5 hours and 17 minutes of continuous usage.



The warranty is for one year and the telephone support is available 24-7 during the warranty. If you access HP’s main website you will have the chance to talk to a tech representative. To conclude, the 250 GB hard drive gives you enough room to store all your media files and more. <strong> </strong>