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HP recently announced their second generation of Envy laptop/noebook series HP envy 17 and HP envy 14.  We have previously discussed about envy 17. Today I am going to write about HP Envy 14 review.

Whenever HP releases a new model, it becomes breaking news. Here it also not an exception. HP Envy 14 equipped with promising feature and will be available at attractive price. The basic model starts with $999 only.

Basic Specifications of HP Envy 14

Envy 14 integrated with choices of processor Intel core i3, i5 and i7. The screen is of 14.5” having resolution of 1600*900 pixels (16:9) format

When Graphics is concerned HP Envy comes with switchable graphics ATI Mobility Radeon 5650  and Intel HD graphics. So when u need to watch movies or playing games ATI Radeon will come into use and for daily chores Intel HD graphics are perfect.

Extra Features:-

HP envy 14 comprises of  HDMI output, VGA output, Mini DisplayPort along with common connectivity features

It also comprises of elective 3G/WWAN.

It comprises with ATI Eyefinity multi-display technology which allow user to watch three additional displays at a time. This technology permits connection with three external displays

For enhancing music experience it comes with Premium Beats audio technology

When comes battery life, it has an impressive up to 8 hours long battery life. Of course for enjoying prolongs battery hours, you need to switch off your dedicated graphics.

Like HP envy 17, it also has backlit keyboard. Here it differs from HP envy 13 which is lack of backlit keyboard.

HP envy 14 weighs only 5.25 pounds and 1.1 inch wide and has magnesium/aluminum alloy cover.

Finally, HP envy series provide great speed and performance compare to latest laptops and notebook having similar specifications and I hope HP Envy 14 will become a promising one like it predecessor.

HP envy 14 will be available in stores from June 27.

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About Apple MacBook Pro MC373LL/A Laptop

The newest addition to the top-of-the-line laptop models that come with advanced technology and components finally arrives through the unveiling of Apple MacBook Pro MC373LL/A laptop. This is a 15-inch laptop with a reliable performance that runs at excellent speed to ensure that you can work on it efficiently for hours. But what else does it have to offer? Make sure you have a close look into the product specifications below.

This model comes with a LED backlit display screen measuring at 15.4 inches in size and is equipped with a maximum pixel resolution of 1440 x 900 for topnotch visual presentation. There is also the built-in iSight camera that is also present in the MC374LL/A model for video chatting and quick snapping of pictures. The overall product comes with a 14.35 x 9.82 x 0.95 inches in dimension and weighing a total of 5.6 pounds for lightweight carrying.

When it comes to connectivity features and ports, there are several available for this notebook such as two USB 2.0 ports, FireWire 800 port, an SD card slot, and mini display video output. When it comes to the processing power of the Apple MacBook Pro MC373LL/A laptop, it is built with 2.66 GHz Intel Core i7 dual core processor to ensure optimum speed on your notebook, whether you are working on basic applications, video streaming, or using some other applications. It also comes with automatic switching on dual graphics processor, enabling you to choose between NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M and an integrated Intel HD graphics.

Like most of the Apple notebooks, this one features the same unibody design that contributes to making this one thinner and lighter. But what is most impressive with this MacBook is the use of energy-efficient architecture to increase battery life and allowing you to use it for 9 hours maximum.

Pro’s of Apple MacBook Pro MC373LL/A Laptop

*The use of Intel Core i7 processor has improved its performance by up to 50 percent, enabling you to get more done in less time.

*The unibody design makes it thinner and lighter, thus adding more portability and flexibility to your usual option of notebooks in the market.

*It is pre-equipped with Mac’s operating system OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard and other Mac registered software.

*It offers excellent battery life.

*It is highly durable and an ever reliable mobile computing device.

Con’s of Apple MacBook Pro MC373LL/A Laptop

*There are no known drawbacks to this model as it offers quite an impressive array of features and deliver quality performance.

The Bottom Line

Apple MacBook Pro MC373LL/A laptop is the new standard for next-generation laptops in the market. With this, you do away with cords and other unnecessary attachments, allowing you to do more wherever you might be. And because it is so thin and light, it wouldn’t be such a bother to bring with you! It is a powerful computing device served in a neat little package.

photo credit amazon Note that Apple Macbook Pro is one of the best rated laptop in amazon

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Gateway is one of the favorite names when it comes to buying laptop or notebook. Recently it has added up two new notebooks to their famous NV series. Theses are Gateway NV59C-H54E and Gateway NV59C-H34E.

Both the model will be available in Japanese market from April 23, 2010 at a price of 80,000 yen- 90,000 yen which is approx $850-$900 in US currency term.

Specs of Gateway NV59C-H34E

If you take a look at the specs of both Gateway NV59C-H54E laptop and Gateway NV59C-H34E models, you will find there are not too many differences existed in between these two Laptops.

Gateway NV59C-H34E powered by 2.13 Intel Core i3 330 M CPU.  It has 3MB of smart cache.

When comes to display , this model comes with 15.6 inch WXGAG ultrabright HD TFT screen for better color and contrast with resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. The memory includes 4GB DDR3 RAM operating at 1066 MHz. RAM comes with double channel support (2*2GB)

For storage Gateway NV59C-H34E notebooks come with 640GB SATA Hard drive with 5,400 revolutions per min. The notebook will run on 64 bits Windows 7 home premium.

Graphics include Intel integrated graphics.

The connectivity features of Gateway NV59C-H34E include 3 USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI out and VGA. For wireless connectivity it is supported by Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n. It equipped with Gigabit Ethernet model.

The notebook comes in two attractive colors – silver and blue and weighs about 2.6 kg which is not considered as light weight.

Bottom Line

Now if you consider this laptop from the view of day to day activities and for basic multimedia tasking then the specifications reveal that it is capable of handling the Job. But for gaming purpose, Gateway NV59C-H34E notebook integrated with Intel integrated graphics, which hardly can handle powerful games like 3D games.

From the aspect of connectivity, 3 USB ports are commonly found in almost all laptops and notebooks. There should be at least 4 USB ports. The price also looks little hefty.

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Toshiba proudly announces the newest addition into their line of business-class netbooks in the market – Toshiba Tecra M11 Notebook. As with all of the previous releases in the series, you can rest assured that it will offer the same quality stamp that the manufacturer has offered consumers all throughout the years. But in addition to the standard features, there are a few surprises in store for those who intend to use this laptop netbook for business purposes.

The technical specs of the Toshiba Tecra M11 Notebook is undoubtedly impressive boasting of an Intel Core i3/i5 series dual-core processor for optimum performance. Meanwhile, you can also enjoy a brilliant display of picture and graphic quality using the Nvidia graphics NVS 2100M, Intel HD graphics, 2GB DDR3-1066 RAM, and hard drive space of 320GB. The 14-inch display screen is equipped with anti-glare coating that makes it convenient to use in basically all types of lighting conditions.

The laptop weighs only a total of 5.34 lbs, which add to its portability for you to bring it with you during business travels or long trips. It is equipped with a 6-cell battery that offers a default battery life of up to 5 and a half hours of usage. This laptop also features a mini DisplayPort that connect with any compatible device for display, such that you can enjoy picture quality of up to 2560 x 1000 resolution.

Other features include a built-in web camera, EasyGuard Technology, textured finish, optional Smart Card reader, and the ability to charge your smart phone even while your laptop is off.

Pros

*The Toshiba Tecra M11 notebook offers several ports that you can use to get the job done.

*The 14-inch display screen is equipped with LED backlit support such that you can experience pictures, movies, and display in cool, crisp colors.

*It is equipped with power-saving feature to conserve on your energy use.

*The EasyGuard Technology featured in this laptop model helps protect this electronic device from accidental spillage with its spill resistant keyboard and shock-absorbing design.

cons

*The standard battery life is a bit minimal for a business-class netbook at 5.5 hours of usage.

*If you want to avail of upgrades and more advanced processing features, you must be willing to pay for a higher price.

The Bottom Line

The Toshiba Tecra M11 notebook is the truest definition of a business-class laptop. While it has a few downsides, it performs an overall efficient job to ensure that you have this tool handy during important business presentations or other forms of virtual communication.

Take a look at some of the other laptop reviews available at starred reviews including cheapest netbooks .

The closest notebook you can think of is Toshiba A11 notebook, available at amazon in different configurations.

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The popularity of the Netbooks has been on the rise in recent times. Powered by Intel Atom processors these netbooks have smaller screens, large battery life, small memory and light weight. Ideally suited for home net surfers and sales persons the sales of these netbooks have been rising. Let us take a look at the 3 cheapest netbooks available in the market

Acer Aspire One AOD250-1151

This Acer netbook is available for $268 at Walmart in limited quantities in selected stores. Checkout at your nearest store if these are available. Powered by Intel Atom N270 processor at 1.60 GHz, these netbooks have Windows XP, that is  loved by a large  users. The netbook features a 10.1′ LCD screen and an integtaed 802.11b wireless.  The 1GB DDR2 memory is not great but will let you surf and do most routine works.

Asus 1005HA-MU17-BK 10.1″ Netbook

This netbook has the usual Intel Atom N270 processor running at 1.60 GHz. It has 10.1″ screen, 1GHz DDR2 memory, 250 GB Hard Disk and comes with integrated wifi. If you like Windows 7 then this netbook is the right choice for you  – priced at $283 and available at walmart.  The netbook is also available at  Amazon. Both walmart and Amazon both seem to match the price. So the choice is yours.

Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-BK

The  ASUS EE PC  with 802.11b/g WiFi, ( off course no 802.11n) . It comes without  Bluetooth. Its battery life is lower than the Eee PC 1005PE. However, its processor 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 CPU the 1GB of RAM, 160GB hard drive, and 10.1 inch 1024 x 600 pixel display makes it and excellent starter netbook. It runs Windows 7 Starter and according to Asus  it can run for11 hours on a charge.  Check out   Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-BK at amazon for just $287 at the time of writing

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