ASUS N51Vf-A1 15.6-Inch Laptop/Notebook Reviews

ASUS N51Vf-A1 15.6-Inch Laptop

The ASUS N50Vf-A1 is truly the pinnacle of mobile computing, designed for intuitive control and user-friendliness. In designing the N Series notebooks, ASUS utilized cutting-edge technologies, particularly in the use of In-Mold Roller Technology which creates a scratch-resistant panel that retains its sheen even after prolonged use.

Boasting a streamlined exterior with shiny metal-like inlaid patterns inspired by modernist art-deco, N Series notebooks deliver performance with style.

With a 15.6″ screen and 16:9 golden ratio you can enjoy a cinematic view while watching movies and playing games. Its Altec Lansing speakers deliver clean, crispy and uncluttered audio. The N51Vf-A1’s Nvidia GeForce GT 130M GPU with 1GB dedicated video memory provides seamless and smooth game performance. Face recognition technology allows convenient and secure logon without passwords.

The N51Vf-A1 has a newly designed chiclet keyboard for more comfortable input and numeric keypad for fast and intuitive number input. It also has ASUS exclusive “Express Gate” for instant media enjoyment in 10 seconds without booting up the notebook. Read the rest of this entry »

Sony VAIO VGN-AW230J/B 18.4-Inch Laptop Review

Sony VAIO VGN-AW230J/B 18.4-Inch Laptop

Boasting an 18.4-inch widescreen XBRITE-FullHD display that’s designed to maximize LCD space while minimizing chassis size, the Sony VAIO VGN-AW230J/B (in black) delivers vibrant colors in full 1080p high definition clarity. Weighing a little more than 8 pounds, it’s ideal for multimedia enthusiasts or photographers who like to view or edit high-definition content on-the-go. And the Blu-ray Disc optical drive lets you play HD Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal-clear resolution with immersive audio via Dolby Digital Live surround sound technology and the integrated stereo speakers with subwoofer. An HDMI output provides single-cable full 1080 HD connectivity (audio and video) to a compatible HDTV (cable sold separately). And you’ll be able to tackle virtually any graphics requirement with the NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT graphics card and 512 MB of dedicated video RAM (and up to 2280 MB of total available memory.

It’s powered by the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processor–with Centrino 2 technology–which boosts speed, reduces power requirements, and saves on battery life. The 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 includes a quick 1066 MHz front-side bus and 3 MB of L2 cache, providing an optimized, multithreaded architecture for improved multimedia and multitasking performance. A built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam (with integrated microphone) lets you join in on video conferences as well as make long-distance VoIP calls. Other features include dual 250 GB hard drives (for a 500 GB total), 4 GB of installed RAM (8 GB maximum), ExpressCard 34 slot, quad-mode Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth connectivity (including stereo music streaming), both Memory Stick and SD card readers as well as a Compactflash slot, biometric fingerprint sensor, and pre-installed 64-bit version of Windows Vista Home Premium (SP1). Read the rest of this entry »

Toshiba Satellite A355-S6931 16.0-Inch Laptop Reviews

Toshiba Satellite A355-S6931 16.0-Inch Laptop

Replace your desktop PC with the Toshiba Satellite A355-S6931 laptop, featuring all the power and hard drive space you expect from a top-of-the-line desktop but in an easily mobile package. Stylishly designed, this Toshiba Satellite features a large, bright 16-inch LCD (1366 x 768)–with a true 16:9 aspect ratio and 720p native high-definition resolution. It’s also great for using as a media center, with Toshiba’s Express Media Player enabling you to bypass the system and access CDs and DVDs with a touch of button. The dual-layer DVD±RW drive also burns CDs and offers LabelFlash print functionality. A 1.3 megapixel digital web camera built into the LCD’s bezel lets you quickly snap photos and participate in live video chats.

The integrated webcam does more than just video chats. It includes Toshiba Face Recognition capabilities–the ultimate hands-free, hassle-free way to log onto your laptop. Just show your face to the webcam–no keeping track of hard-to-remember passwords and no unnecessary typing. And if you’re using one laptop for several users–say for the whole family or for a small business–Toshiba Face Recognition lets you switch profiles with one simple look.

It’s powered by the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processor–with Centrino 2 technology–which boosts speed, reduces power requirements, and saves on battery life. The 2.13 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 includes a quick 1066 MHz front-side bus and 3 MB of L2 cache, providing an optimized, multithreaded architecture for improved multimedia and multitasking performance. It also includes Intel’s 5100AGN wireless LAN, which will connect to draft 802.11n routers and offers compatibility with 802.11a/b/g networks as well. Other features include a large 320 GB hard drive, 4 GB of RAM (maximum), 5-in-1 memory card reader, Draft-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11a/b/g/n), Intel GMA X4500MHD integrated graphics (with up to 1750 MB of dynamically shared video memory), and Toshiba’s Fusion finish with Constellation Black pattern. Read the rest of this entry »

Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5935 15.4-Inch Laptop/Notebook Reviews

Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5935 15.4-Inch Laptop

With powerful processing power and ample memory, the Toshiba Satellite L305-S5926 notebook PC is a great mobile computing choice for the home, students, and small businesses. The integrated 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g) lets you stay connected or work the Web at any wireless hotspot, while the cool Onyx Blue finish satisfies your requirements for style. It features a large, bright 15.4-inch XGA-resolution LCD (1280 x 800)–perfect for viewing multiple application screens or watching widescreen movies on DVD. It’s also great for using as a media center, with Toshiba’s unique Express Media Player enabling you to bypass the system and access CDs and DVDs with a touch of button. The dual-layer DVD±RW drive also burns CDs and offers LabelFlash print functionality.

This notebook offers dual-core productivity from its 2.1 GHz AMD Turion X2 RM-72 processor. It also includes a generous 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB of RAM (4 GB maximum), ATI Radeon 3100 video card with up to 1406 MB of shared video RAM, and webcam integrated into the display bezel for easy video chatting. Additionally, this Toshiba notebook is RoHS-compatible, effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances. This PC comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (SP1, 32-bit), which includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you’ll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures. Read the rest of this entry »

Toshiba Satellite A355-S6935 16.0-Inch Laptop/Notebook Reviews

Toshiba Satellite A355-S6935 16.0-Inch Laptop

Replace your desktop PC with the Toshiba Satellite A355-S6935 laptop, featuring all the power and hard drive space you expect from a top-of-the-line desktop but in an easily mobile package. Stylishly designed, this Toshiba Satellite features a large, bright 16-inch LCD (1366 x 768)–with a true 16:9 aspect ratio and 720p native high-definition resolution. It’s also great for using as a media center, with Toshiba’s Express Media Player enabling you to bypass the system and access CDs and DVDs with a touch of button. The dual-layer DVD±RW drive also burns CDs and offers LabelFlash print functionality. A 1.3 megapixel digital web camera built into the LCD’s bezel lets you quickly snap photos and participate in live video chats.

The integrated webcam does more than just video chats. It includes Toshiba Face Recognition capabilities–the ultimate hands-free, hassle-free way to log onto your laptop. Just show your face to the webcam–no keeping track of hard-to-remember passwords and no unnecessary typing. And if you’re using one laptop for several users–say for the whole family or for a small business–Toshiba Face Recognition lets you switch profiles with one simple look. Read the rest of this entry »