Posted by Dan Cohen in Diary Entries

Question- what is the same thickness as the iPhone 3GS but offers full notebook functionality.
Posted by Michael Anderson in Diary Entries

There are two things everyone shopping for a notebook computer want: more features and lower price. Today Acer announces a new notebook designed with those things in mind, what they call “an innovative notebook with 3D viewing technology. Featuring advanced display capabilities, high-definition graphics engine, premium Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor and Dolby® surround sound, the Aspire 5738DG delivers cinematic images that literally pop from the screen, while maintaining the performance and productivity features of a desktop replacement notebook.”
Read on for the full announcement.
Posted by Wayne Schulz in Deals

Yesterday our Gearsponsor Logicbuy featured an HP dv8t for $1,269. If that price is too rich for your budget – then save up to $219 on 13-inch, 4.2 lbs. HP Pavilion dm3t Laptop with Intel Ultra Low Voltage (optional Core 2 Duo ULV) for only $619. Features up to 2.26GHz Core 2 Duo processor, 512MB NVIDIA GeForce G 105M, optional Mobile Broadband, low-light webcam and lightweight, brushed aluminum chassis in Modern Argento gray. Free upgrade to 3GB DDR3 memory – pre-installed Windows 7 OS & Free 2nd day shipping. If you’re in the market for a loptop – buying a new model with Windows 7 already installed is the easy way to upgrade to the newest Windows version.
Posted by Wayne Schulz in Deals

As the October 22 release date for Windows 7 approaches I’ve been thinking more about what I’ll buy for a new Windows laptop. Like most people I’m not a big fan of Windows OS upgrades on top of an existing Windows version. This is doubly true for Windows 7 which we know is going to require a fresh installation versus having the ability to upgrade a prior version. One interesting laptop possibility is this Lenovo T400s brought to our attention by GearSponsor Logicbuy. The Lenovo ThinkPad T400s is a 14.1-inch LED backlight Laptop with Multi-touch screen and it’s available starting at $2,145 – $146 instant discount – 15% stackable coupon (expires 10/21) = $1,699.15 plus FREE shipping. More details and the link below.
Posted by Jason Reese in Diary Entries

If you are in the market for a new laptop, you should definitely check out the new Toshiba Satellite T100 Series. This ultra-thin line of laptops measures less than one-inch thick and comes equipped with Windows 7 installed. These laptops aregeared for anyone who wants full-featured performance, mobility, as well as long-lasting (up to 9 full hours!) battery life.
OK, what about affordability? The Toshiba Satelite T115 starts at $499.99 MSRP, and the Toshiba Satellite T135 starts at $599.99. Both models will be available starting October 22nd at major retailers, e-tailers as well as straight from Toshiba via toshibadirect.com.
Check out more photos and the full specs after the jump!
Posted by Wayne Schulz in Deals

Wired reviewed a variation of the Lenovo T400s back in June and fawned over it with words like “svelte, speedy and frickin’ sweet” (full review). If you’ve been tempted by this super thin laptop then you may be interested in this deal. Lenovo ThinkPad T400s 14.1-inch LED backlight Laptop with Multi-touch screen at $2,165 – $166 instant discount – 10% stackable coupon (Expires 9/20/09) = $1,799.10 plus FREE shipping. It features Enhanced Multitouch panel technology that lets you naturally interact with applications – by simple using four fingers. Imagine that – instead of giving Windows the one finger salute you can use four!
Posted by Wayne Schulz in Deals

This Acer Aspire One with 11.6″ screen, 1GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, 802.11G Wi-Fi and Windows XP Home SP3 is a relative bargain for $280 shipped from J&R. I use a slightly smaller version of this computer and while I wish the keyboard was backlit you can’t beat the small size for carrying this on a plane or throwing into a briefcase during daily travel. I’ve used my Netbook to connect into client sites via Remote Desktop without a hitch. What it lacks in processing horsepower it makes up for in far superior battery power and convenience.
Posted by Thomas R. Hall in Diary Entries

HP announced a new set of notebooks and netbooks to their lineup today, including the new ENVY series of premium notebooks.
Posted by Judie Lipsett in Diary Entries
I’ve been greatly enjoying the HP dv6 that I recently upgraded to Windows 7, and that got me wondering about Snow Leopard (OSX 10.6). Dan was evil kind enough to send me a link to the latest Apple refurb sales last week, and I couldn’t help myself…after perusing the wares, I bit.
Posted by Wayne Schulz in Deals

In celebration of the long weekend our GearSponsor Logicbuy has uncovered this high-def screened HP laptop for half off the normal list price. Includes Core 2 Duo T6600 2.2 GHZ processor, 4GB RAM upgrade, 1080p high-def monitor, blu-ray drive, 320 gb 7200 rpm HDD, free HP Deskjet D2680 printer, Vista Home Premium operating system, fingerprint reader. Expires 9/5/09.
Posted by Judie Lipsett in Deals
Posted by Wayne Schulz in Deals

In the market for an ultra light laptop? This Lenovo ThinkPad X301 may be what you’re looking for. With a $687 instant discount plus a 20% stackable coupon, free 128GB SSD upgrade the deal is tough to beat. According to GearSponsor Logicbuy – the laptop features 13.3 inch display, light 3 pound frame and skinny 1 inch width. Shipping is free and the free upgrade also scores you a 6-cell battery. Use coupon code USPTHINKSAVINGS at checkout (stated expiration is 8/24/09).
Posted by Judie Lipsett in Deals
Posted by Judie Lipsett in Diary Entries, Reviews

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Right before I finished up the HP Pavilion dv2 laptop review, I was sent a couple of boxes containing an HP Pavilion dv6z-1299lx and an HP Mini 110-1036NR. Even though I knew the purpose of the experiment which was about to happen, I couldn’t help but wonder why anyone in the world would need two laptops?
The answer to that question is actually quite simple…
Posted by Wayne Schulz in Deals

It’s back to school time. Can you believe how fast the summer went? While there are still several more days of fishing fun left, there’s no ignoring that the sale signs are rapidly appearing in nearly every store. This Acer AS5516-5474 is one good deal for someone needing a student laptop. With a respectable 15.6″ screen, 2 GB of memory and Windows Vista Home Basic – this laptop is just enough to get your student productive with school. There’s built-in wireless B/G Wi-Fi as well as a DVD+/- RW and CD R/W. The hard disk is 160GB and the memory can be increased up to 4GB.