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Laptops

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 10:21:41 -0700

If they don't already have one, or their current laptop needs an upgrade, a new laptop is probably one of the best gifts you can give to a new college graduate. After all, they'll need it to type up their resume and to browse the Internet for jobs. And let's be honest, they'll probably use it to catch up on friends on Facebook. This selection of laptops features all kinds of brands and all... more

Built NY Laptop Sleeves

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 08:00:22 -0700

If you're more of a minimalist when it comes to carrying your laptop, you'll appreciate one of these stylish Built NY Laptop Sleeves. The sleeves are made from extra-thick, soft, durable, real neoprene that is machine-washable and stain-resistant. The bone shape creates an instant "bumper" for protection. This selection of sleeves features different patterns and colors to fit your style. It also features different sizes so that you'll get a snug, secure fit around... more

Belkin Laptop Cooling Pad

Sat, 7 Aug 2010 08:00:19 -0700

Leaving your laptop on for long hours can lead to overheating. Unlike other cooling pads, this Belkin Laptop Cooling Pad's fan blows air directly onto the computer instead of trying to suck the hot air away from the computer bottom. It also offers a gentle slope that improves typing comfort and reduces wrist strain, and it raises the screen height to help reduce neck strain. The cooling pad's slim design allows it to easily... more

Toshiba Satellite P505-S8020 Notebook

Sat, 7 Aug 2010 08:00:00 -0700

A laptop isn't a luxury item for college students anymore; it's a necessity. Nowadays, instead of jotting down notes in a notebook the old-fashioned way, students are sitting at their classroom desks with a laptop in front of them. This Toshiba Satellite P505-S8020 Notebook comes with everything they need to take notes and complete assignments, including a Core i3 processor, 500GB hard drive capacity, 4GB of memory, and 18.4-inch screen size.

HP Pavilion dv6-1240us Notebook

Sat, 5 Jun 2010 08:00:00 -0700

When we graduated from high school, we received a card with a few bucks in it and a slap on the back. Nowadays, the gift of choice for high school grads is a laptop. This HP Pavilion dv6-1240us Notebook will give them everything they need to handle their college coursework in the fall, including an Intel Core2 Duo Processor, a 16-inch Diagonal HD BrightView Display, 320GB Hard Drive, Wireless LAN, and a SuperMulti 8X... more

HP EliteBook 8730w

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 10:52:16 -0800

Multi-task in style with the HP EliteBook 8730w. This feature-rich notebook has a 17-inch diagonal display, Intel Core 2 Extreme and Quad-Core processors that support a 64-bit computing environment and up to 8GB of memory. The HDMI port allows you to connect to high-resolution displays, while the DVD SuperMulti LightScribe Drive plays and stores your digital content on a dual-layer disc. The eSATA port provides a fast connection to an external storage device.

Apple 17-inch MacBook Pro Notebook

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 08:32:50 -0800

Some women want diamonds for Valentine's Day, and some women want an Apple MacBook Pro (and some want both). This Apple 17-inch MacBook Pro Notebook features a 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile Intel processor, a 500GB hard drive, and tons of memory, all wrapped into a sleek and slim one-inch package. The built-in battery lasts up to eight hours, and the LED display produces more vibrant colors than ever before.

Juicy Couture Velour Laptop Case

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0800

If you're going to buy her a laptop for Christmas, you had better buy the perfect laptop case to go along with it. These selections of Juicy Couture Velour Laptop Cases are both fun and functional. The Juicy velour logos run across the case with matching patent trim for the straps and handles. The case fits most 15-inch laptops and also features interior and exterior pockets for stashing pens and pencils.

HP Pavilion dv3510nr

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:38:42 -0800

Now that you have your own wireless network, sit in your favorite chair and be comfortable while you work with the HP Pavilion laptop. At just under five pounds, you can also take it with you to your favorite hotspot. CNET says this top-rated laptop is "highly portable but still makes room for full-size keyboard." That's a big plus in our book. Other noted features are the crisp display and great battery life.

Apple MacBook

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 18:03:12 -0800

A friend of ours works from home, and we're jealous that she has no commute, no beige cubicle walls, and no dress code. As if that wasn't enough, she invested in an Apple MacBook, and now she can take her work anywhere. We admit we covet her sleek, stylish laptop and have vowed to buy one as well. This is one of those purchases that is functional but totally fun.

Targus Chill Mat for Mac Laptops

Tue, 9 Dec 2008 02:03:36 -0800

Remember that 1988 song "You Gots to Chill" by EPMD? Targus should use that song to promote its Chill Mat for Mac laptops. If you've got a hot laptop (hot as in radiates heat, not hot as in stolen), you're all too familiar with the discomfort of trying to work while your thighs sweat. Not sexy. Enter the USB-powered pad Chill Mat, which keeps Mac laptops up to 17"cool, thanks to 2 fans that... more

Acme Made Trixy Laptop Tote Bag

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:33:34 -0800

If you are the woman carrying the Acme Made Trixy laptop tote bag this morning in San Francisco's SOMA district, we apologize for stalking you. We were just trying to get a better look at your bag, and the little "Acme Made" tag was so small that we couldn't read it from a respectful distance. We admire your taste in bags, especially after looking this one up. The Trixy is actually 3 bags in... more

HP Mini 1000 Laptop

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 21:33:35 -0700

The new HP Mini 1000, like the Dell Inspiron Mini 9, isn't just a tiny laptop. It's a "netbook," which is loosely defined as a small, lightweight, affordable, energy-efficient laptop that's geared for Web surfing and emailing. The Mini 1000 is less than an inch thick but its keyboard, according to HP, is 92% as big as that of a full-size laptop. The netbook starts at $400; the base price includes Windows XP... more

Budget Gateway T-6330U Laptop

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 19:09:57 -0700

CNET says the Gateway T-6330U "combines an attractive case design and movie-friendly display with lengthy battery life for a thoroughly decent entry-level laptop." Specs include a 14.1" screen, 2.0GHz Intel Pentium Dual-Core processor, Windows Vista Home Premium, 250GB hard drive, HDMI output, 5-in-1 media card reader, and webcam. The laptop weighs 5.7 pounds and costs just $650. More budget laptops.

New Apple MacBook Laptop

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 23:07:29 -0700

Behold the new Apple MacBook laptop. With an Intel Core 2 Duo processor (up to 2.4GHz), a frame made from a single piece of (lightweight, durable) aluminum, a hard drive up to 320GB, and a beautiful LED-backlit display, it might just turn work into fun. The new multi-touch trackpad lets you use your fingers to click (no more button!), scroll, right-click, zoom in and out, and more. And the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics card... more

Dell Inspiron Mini 9 Laptop

Thu, 4 Sep 2008 22:45:00 -0700

Dell calls its new Inspiron Mini 9 laptop "your new best friend." The petite laptop is an ideal travel companion if you want to blog, keep a journal, surf the Web, send email, and listen to music while on vacation. The Mini 9 has a 9" display and 4 hours of battery life, and weighs all of 2.3 pounds. Under the hood, the $349 base configuration will get you an Ubuntu Linux OS, 512MB... more

Budget Sony Vaio NR430 Laptop

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 23:00:00 -0700

Calling all students and laptop users on a budget: Sony has released an entry-level Vaio laptop that offers both strong performance and long battery life. The Sony Vaio NR430 has a 1.86GHz Intel Pentium dual-core processor, 15.4" screen, 160GB hard drive, built-in CD/DVD burner, and 802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN. It ships with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium. And right now Best Buy has it for $600. More budget laptops.

Targus Laptop Privacy Filter

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:45:00 -0700

We get so tired of telling people to mind their own business when we're trying to update our Facebook profiles in the coffee shop. Maybe we need these Targus laptop privacy filters. When you stick one of these screens, which look like "tiny vertical blinds," onto your laptop display, nosy neighbors won't be able to see what you're typing - or, ahem, what sites you're visiting. Targus says these screens also block glare and... more

eBags Nimble Laptop Sleeve

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:45:00 -0700

The problem with so many laptop bags is their size. And weight. And price. And appearance. OK, so we have a few issues ever since we bought a "cheap" Targus laptop briefcase at Ross Dress For Less and found it more trouble than it was worth going through airport security, whacking people in the aisles on the plane, and maneuvering that and a suitcase through Grand Central Station. Next time we travel we're taking this... more

HP 2133 Mini-Note PC

Tue, 6 May 2008 20:44:00 -0700

Just in time for the recession, HP has released a compact, affordable laptop. The HP 2133 Mini-Note PC is a petite 9" laptop that weighs 2.6 pounds and costs as little as $499 (with Linux). The top-of-the-line $750 model comes with Vista, Bluetooth, a webcam, ExpressCard slot, and 2GB of RAM, and its keyboard is almost as big as a regular laptop's. It might not turn heads at the coffee shop, but it'll get... more