Designed for fast access to your entire entertainment library, the HP Pavilion dv6662se notebook PC is a great choice for both families and business travelers on the go. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and you’ll enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the Express card slot. Easily manage your digital photo library and share with friends and family using the included HP Photosmart Premier software. This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with an inlaid wave design.

This notebook is powered by the 1.5 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5250 processor, which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power–so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. It includes Intel’s 4965 AGN wireless LAN, which will connect to draft 802.11n routers and offers compatibility with 802.11a/b/g networks as well. This notebook also features a 250 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), 8x multi-format/dual-layer DVD+/-RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, and Intel GMA X3100 video/graphics card with up to 384 MB of shared video memory. It also has a 1.3-megapixel WebCam (with integrated microphone), enabling easy video conferencing via VoIP and video IM chats.

It comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, 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.

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The sleek Nokia N800 Internet Tablet combines a truly personal Internet experience with easy wireless connections, high resolution display and support for a wide variety of Internet applications. Built to be constantly in use, you easily stay in touch with business associates, friends, and family thanks to its Internet calling, instant messaging and email connectivity. And with stereo audio, multimedia support and a new ergonomic design, the Nokia N800 morphs into a portable Internet entertainment device, enabling playback of streamed and downloaded content wherever you roam.

Stay connected to your world via the Web, streaming Internet radio, and the latest RSS news feeds.

The main form of connectivity is Wi-Fi (802.11b/g), and hooking up to a network is as simple as connecting with a laptop. You can also use the integrated Bluetooth wireless connectivity to hook up with a cell phone that is compatible with online data services. When connected to either a WLAN network or to a cell phone, you can make calls using the built-in Internet telephony application as well as conduct video conferencing with the built-in Web cam.

Technical details:

• Internet tablet with ultra-slim design makes web browsing portable and convenient
• Connects to open Wi-Fi networks (802.11b/g) or via cell phones using Bluetooth 2.0
• Conduct video conferences on-the-go using internet calling and the integrated webcam
• 4.1-inch LCD touchscreen with full-screen keyboard; wide variety of multimedia playback
• 256 MB flash memory expands via two memory card slots compatible with Secure Digital, MMC, miniSD, and microSD

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Stylishly and intelligently designed for your on-the-go digital lifestyle, Apple’s MacBook is the perfect confluence of affordability, innovation, and powerful computing. This latest iteration of the MacBook line is pre-loaded with Apple’s Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system, which adds over 300 new features including easy backup of your most important data via Time Machine, a redesigned desktop that helps eliminate clutter, and the newest version of the fast-loading Safari web browser. It also comes with the iLife ‘08 suite of applications, including iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, and iTunes.

Measuring a mere 1.08 inches thin and weighing in at only 5.0 pounds, the MacBook cuts a slim profile on any desk (or in any backpack or briefcase). A durable polycarbonate shell in white keeps it ready for the rough and tumble of everyday life, and a magnetic latch keeps the screen closed without a catch–that means no moving parts to snag, jam, or break. It also offers a unique keyboard design that sits flush against the bed for a sleeker, lower profile. Other standard Apple “extras” includes the Apple Remote and Front Row media playback interface, built-in iSight video camera, and Apple’s magnetically connected MagSafe power adapter, which safely disconnects when under strain.

Boosted in speed with Intel’s latest chipset (dubbed “Santa Rosa”), you’ll enjoy quick and nimble multitasking thanks to the 2.2 GHz Core 2 Duo T7300 processor. The 13.3-inch glossy widescreen display provides the perfect combination of pixels and portability, and the integrated 802.11n Wi-Fi LAN enables computing freedom from wires and compatibility with older 802.11b/g routers as well as the faster throughput of Apple’s Airport Extreme. Other hardware features include a 120 GB hard drive, 1 GB of RAM (4 GB maximum), 8x combo Superdrive (for burning dual-layer DVDs as well as CDs), built-in 10/100/1000 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed networking, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), a FireWire 400 port, DVI video output, and Intel GMA X3100 graphics processor with 144 MB of shared memory.

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Stylishly and intelligently designed for your on-the-go digital lifestyle, Apple’s MacBook is the perfect confluence of affordability, innovation, and powerful computing. This latest iteration of the MacBook line is pre-loaded with Apple’s Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system, which adds over 300 new features including easy backup of your most important data via Time Machine, a redesigned desktop that helps eliminate clutter, and the newest version of the fast-loading Safari web browser. It also comes with the iLife ‘08 suite of applications, including iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, and iTunes.

Measuring a mere 1.08 inches thin and weighing in at only 5.0 pounds, the MacBook cuts a slim profile on any desk (or in any backpack or briefcase). A durable polycarbonate shell in white keeps it ready for the rough and tumble of everyday life, and a magnetic latch keeps the screen closed without a catch–that means no moving parts to snag, jam, or break. It also offers a unique keyboard design that sits flush against the bed for a sleeker, lower profile. Other standard Apple “extras” includes the Apple Remote and Front Row media playback interface, built-in iSight video camera, and Apple’s magnetically connected MagSafe power adapter, which safely disconnects when under strain.

Technical details:

• 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 4 MB shared L2 Cache
• 1 GB (two SO-DIMM) 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300); 80 GB 5400 rpm Serial ATA hard drive; Combo Drive
• One FireWire 400, two USB 2.0 ports, DVI, VGA, S-video, and composite video (requires adapters, sold separately)
• Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) Ethernet; Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification)4; built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) module
• 13.3-inch (diagonal) glossy TFT widescreen display, 1280 x 800 resolution; Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard

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Designed for fast access to your entire entertainment library, the HP Pavilion dv6626us notebook PC is a great choice for both families and business travelers on the go. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and you’ll enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the Express card slot. Easily manage your digital photo library and share with friends and family using the included HP Photosmart Premier software. This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with an inlaid wave design.

Technical details:

• Entertainment-centric notebook PC with widescreen 15.4-inch LCD and stylish high-gloss finish with wave imprint, integrated webcam
• 1.5 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5250 processor, 160 GB hard drive, 1 GB RAM (4 GB max), LightScribe dual-layer DVD drive
• Quad-mode Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n); 10/100 Ethernet; Intel GMA X3100 graphics (up to 251 MB of available memory)
• Connectivity: 3 USB, 1 FireWire, 1 VGA, 1 S-Video, expansion port 3 connector, ExpressCard 54/34, 5-in-1 memory card reader
• Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium (with Media Center capabilities)

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Take your productivity to the next level wherever you roam with the Compaq Presario R4025US notebook PC. With a powerful AMD Athlon 64-bit processor and large 15.4-inch screen, you’ll be able to effortlessly multitask. It also features a strong ATI Radeon Xpress video/graphics card with 128 MB of dedicated video RAM–great for multimedia presentations. It has a Firewire port for connecting an iPod and video camcorders, dual-layer DVD-/+RW drive (which also burns CDs)–wlhich can burn up to 8.5 GB of data to compatible DVDs–and a multi-format memory card reader. The R4010US also offers a large 80 GB hard drive, 1 GB of installed RAM, and 54g wireless connectivity with 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support.

Technical details:

• 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor with up to 2000 MHz system bus speed
• 1 GB DDR SDRAM (2 GB maximum), 80 GB hard drive, dual-layer DVD+/-RW and CD-RW combo drive
• Four USB 2.0, one Firewire, PCMICA slot, 6-in-1 memory card reader, PCMCIA slot, VGA port, S-Video out
• Built-in 10/100/ BASE-T ethernet; 56K (V.90) modem, 54-Mbps wireless LAN with 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support (802.11b/g)
• Windows XP Home Edition, Service Pack 2

Product dimensions: 13.2 x 9.2 x 1.2 inches

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Bring mobile computing to your life without breaking the bank with the no-nonsense, yet powerful Compaq Presario M2010US notebook PC. It’s powered by an Intel Celeron M 350 processor, which provides up to 3 hours of battery life. And you’ll be able to work while on the go with the built-in 54g wi-fi LAN with 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support. This notebook features a 40 GB hard drive, 256 MB of installed RAM, 15-inch display, and combo DVD/CD-RW drive.

Technical details:

• 1.3 GHz Intel Celeron M processor with 400 MHz system bus
• 256 MB DDR SDRAM (266 MHz, 2 GB total expansion), 40 GB hard drive, combo DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive
• Two USB 2.0 ports, one Firewire port, one PC Card/CardBus slot supporting one Type I or Type II card
• Built-in 10/100/ BASE-T ethernet; 56K (V.90) modem, 54-Mbps wireless LAN with 125 HSM/SpeedBooster support (802.11b/g)
• Windows XP Home Edition, Service Pack 2

Product dimensions: 13.2 x 10.8 x 1.8 inches ; 6.3 pounds

Used & new available from $899.99

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PROCESSOR AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-60 2.0GHz MEMORY 2.0GB DDR2 SDRAM (2×1024MB) HARD DRIVE 100 GB 5400 RPM Serial ATA DISPLAY 15.4″ WXGA Widescreen (1280×800) MULTIMEDIA DRIVE Super Multi 8X DVD+/-R/RW w/Double Layer Support VIDEO GRAPHICS NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 w/Productivity Ports COMMUNICATION 802.11a/b/g WLAN KEYBOARD Full-Size POINTING DEVICE Touchpad with dedicated scroll pad DIMENSIONS 14.05″ L x 10.12″ W x 1″ (min H)/1.56″ (max H) WEIGHT 6.6 lbs. PC CARD SLOTS ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) EXTERNAL PORTS Expansion Port 3 for use with HP Expansion Base Integrated Consumer IR (remote control receiver) Two Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) RJ -45 (LAN) RJ-11 (modem) Microphone port Headphone port VGA monitor port SOUND Integrated Altec Lansing stereo speakers POWER Standard Lithium-Ion battery OPERATING SYSTEM Microsoft Windows XP Professional SOFTWARE HP PhotoSmart Premier RealRhapsody Muvee AutoProducer DVD Edition with Burning Adobe Acrobat Reader Microsoft Works Microsoft Money Microsoft Windows Media Player HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent Intuit Quicken New User Edition Sonic Digital Media Plus HP QuickPlay.

Technical details:

• New OEM. AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-60 2.0GHz, 2.0GB DDR2 SDRAM (2×1024MB)
• 100 GB 5400 RPM Serial ATA, 15.4″ WXGA Widescreen (1280×800)
• Super Multi 8X DVD+/-R/RW w/Double Layer Support
• Imprint Finish, 5-in-1 card reader, Firewire. NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 w/Productivity Ports
• 802.11a/b/g WLAN. Windows XP Pro

Product dimensions: 14 x 10.1 x 1.6 inches ; 6.6 pounds

Price: $829.99

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Technical details:

• Affordable, reliable business notebook with 1.86 GHz Intel Celeron M 440 processor
• 80 GB hard drive, 512 MB installed RAM (2 GB max), DVD-ROM/CD-RW combo drive
• Connectivity: 2 USB, 1 VGA, 1 S-Video, 1 headphone, 1 microphone
• 54g Wi-Fi LAN (802.11b/g), 10/100 Ethernet, Intel GMA 950 video card with up to 64 MB shared memory
• Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Basic

Product dimensions: 7.6 x 1.8 x 10.2 inches ; 67.1 pounds

Price: $679.89

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Technical details:

• AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core processor T53 at 1.7 GHz with 512k L2 Cache
• 15.4 in WXGA Hi Def Brightview Widescreen /1280 X 800
• NVIDIA GeForce Go 6150 w/Up to 287MB Total Available Graphics Memory
• 80GB 5400rpm Hard Drive /SATA/ 1024MB DDR2 System Memory, Super Multi 8X DVD plus/minus R/RW with Double Layer Support
• 13.22 Lbs (WxLxH) 14.05″ x 6.3″ x 1.56″

Product dimensions: 6.3 x 14 x 1.6 inches ; 6.6 pounds

Used & new available from $479.99

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