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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 79
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 284 reviews of HP Mini 2133 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 72/100 and users 69/100. Comparing these reviews to 19924 other Netbooks (Mini-laptops) reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 79/100 = Good.
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the-gadgeteer.com
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notebookcheck.net
Summary: Nevertheless, if anywhere, you'll find small weaknesses at the lid. The frames around the left and right speakers do not seem to be of high-quality. And the glossy LCD frame is sensitive to unsightly fingerprints when opening or closing the lid
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smarthouse.com.au
Editors' rating: 70
Summary: A sturdy notebook you can bring along anywhere. Page: 1 2 [3]
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laptopmag.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: Like other mini-notebooks, the 2133 Mini-Note is aimed at the education market, though you wouldn't know it from the design. Measuring 10.0 x 6.5 x 1.1 inches and weighing just under 4 pounds, the Mini-Note is a tad bulkier than the ASUS, CTL, and ...
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wired.com
Editors' rating: 70
CNET editors' buying advice
We have not reviewed this product but here is CNET's buying advice on Laptops. This content was chosen based on the features included with this model of laptop.
The Frequent Flier notebook computer
If you spend a lot of time on the road, size and weight are the two most critical factors in choosing a new notebook computer--even if it means sacrificing a little on performance and features. The smallest and lightest notebooks, ultraportables, weigh less than four pounds and are no thicker than a spiral-bound notebook.
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Microsoft Windows 7 system requirements
Ready for Windows 7?
If you want to run Windows 7 on your PC, here's what it takes:
- -1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
- -1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
- -16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
- -DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver
Additional requirements to use certain features:
- -Internet access (fees may apply)
- -Depending on resolution, video playback may require additional memory and advanced graphics hardware
- -For some Windows Media Center functionality a TV tuner and additional hardware may be required
- -Windows Touch and Tablet PCs require specific hardware
- -HomeGroup requires a network and PCs running Windows 7
- -DVD/CD authoring requires a compatible optical drive
- -BitLocker requires Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2
- -BitLocker To Go requires a USB flash drive
- -Windows XP Mode requires an additional 1 GB of RAM, an additional 15 GB of available hard disk space, and a processor capable of hardware virtualization with Intel VT or AMD-V turned on
- -Music and sound require audio output
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Home user laptop computer
Home users are increasingly turning to notebook computers as their primary PCs, as they like that laptops can offer similar performance and features to those of a desktop PC, and can be easily moved from room to room. Though of course almost any notebook computer will do for typical home use, there are two types of laptops most suitable for home users: mid-size notebooks, which tend to be budget-friendly, and desktop replacements, which are usually packed with features.
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Laptop computer memory size
To maximize battery life, notebook computer processors are often designed to save more energy and run cooler than desktop processors. The drawback is slower performance, but more memory can help, which it won't consume energy or radiate heat. Even better, up to 4GB of RAM can now be found in budget configurations. If you want more memory later, expansion is often a simple procedure.
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CNET product brief
Description: This configuration of the HP 2133 is a 2.6-pound, highly portable notebook computer.Compared to other highly portable netbooks on the market, it is midpriced at around $805.The 8.9 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800, which is fairly standard among laptops.Runs on the VIA C7-M chip.This notebook has a 160GB hard drive and 2 GB of memory.
Pros: Has only a 2.6-pound weight, which is considerably lighter than some similarly priced netbooks.In fact, the average cost of a product with this light a weight is $1,835.Also, this netbook is only 6.5-inch deep, which is considerably shallower than some similarly priced netbooks.In fact, the average cost of a product with this shallow a deep is $1,450.The built in Bluetooth connectivity will let you pair headphones or sync your mobile contacts.
Cons: Has a modest 1.6 GHz CPU speed.This is not out of line with the product's price, but is slower than the average netbook on the market today.Also, this netbook has only a 160GB hard drive, which is smaller than some similarly priced netbooks.For example, the Asus N10J, a 3.5-pound netbook at around $790, has a 320GB hard drive.The fair battery performance of this laptop means it has to be recharged more often than other notebooks in its class.
Suitability: Suited for those who do little more than surf the internet and compose documents.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Internet from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled laptop.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.
Value: In general, this netbook has great features for the money.
Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Web more conveniently from any room.(2) To get the most out of this notebook's Bluetooth capability, you could have a Bluetooth-enabled headset, PDA or other device, and be able to link it wirelessly to your computer within a range of 20-or-so feet inside the same room.
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