Cheap ! HP Mini 210-1190NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Red)
HP Mini 210-1190NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Red) Review
My granddaughter purchased this, although not from Amazon. This is her first computer. She made choices based on how she plans to use it (internet and light word processing, plus photo storage and viewing), and because even though she’s a child, she travels a lot.
I make my review to this model HP Mini-210 1190, although her model is the HP Mini-210 1199, which at the time of this review, Amazon doesn’t sell. Still, they have the same processor and hard drive, and the same Windows Starter operating system. The case on her model (and the tipping point when looking at netbooks in the store) is pink plaid, a stand out for most little girls.
It is fast, friendly and capable as an internet machine. The battery sticks out in an odd way, but really, it is designed to allow the netbook to tilt up and keep cool. It works. As with the majority of laptop-netbook products, don’t block the bottom of the hardware.
We were unprepared for the stripped down Windows 7 Starter, though. I’d never heard of it and it is so basic, you can’t even change the desktop wallpaper. Although that may not matter to business users, I must still point out that once you have a pink plaid netbook, you kinda wanna customize your wallpaper.
So we used the last license provided by the Windows 7 Home Premium I had remaining from my own upgrade to upgrade the netbook. Windows 7 Starter comes with an Upgrade Option icon (they know you’ll be coming) and by inserting my remaining licensing key, her system was much improved. The Mini capably manages the higher grade operating system.
The power cord is old-style brick. By this time it seems that Mini netbooks should come with mini power cords, but not so here. The machine is lightweight, though, very appealing as a traveling companion, has all the basics for a business working person, an internet cruiser, and a child who loves plaid. Take note that it does not have a DVD player, although it does have several USB ports for attaching an inexpensive ( to ) external DVD drive.
Just that Windows 7 Starter nonsense. Just too stripped down to be useful. And the big brick power cord. Hate those things. One star off for those combined negatives.
UPDATE: Because of the unusual (although it shouldn’t be by this time) screen resolution, we have found that many websites don’t load correctly using Internet Explorer, so my grand defaults to Safari which works just fine.
HP Mini 210-1190NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Red) Feature
- Intel Atom Processor N455 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2, 667Mhz FSB); 1GB DDR3 System Memory (1 DIMM) – Max supported = 1GB
- 10.1 inch WSVGA LED BrightView Infinity Widescreen Display (1024 x 600)
- HP Imprint finish in sonoma red; HP Mini Webcam with integrated digital microphone; 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader
- Integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector); Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN
- 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0; 1 VGA (15-pin); 1 RJ -45 (LAN); 1 Headphone-out/Microphone-in combo jack
HP Mini 210-1190NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Red) Overview
Enjoy ultra portable internet surfing and entertainment. Small, slim and stylish with a crystal design in matte sonoma red, the HP Mini 210-1190NR lets you surf the web and stay connected wherever you go. Amp up the fun with this netbook by playing videos and music and showing off your photos. E-mail, chat and instantly access your files from anywhere with exclusive, integrated software. At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.99 pounds, this ultra-compact netbook won’t weigh you down. With a 10.1″ diagonal display and nearly full-size keyboard, the HP Mini 210-1190NR doesn’t skimp on features—it comes complete with built-in wireless LAN, a 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for easy file transfer and a webcam with integrated digital microphone. HP QuickWeb gives you fast access to your favorite sites, e-mail, IM and more. Stream video from other PCs easily and fast with HP MediaStream and use HP QuickSync to synchronize files with your home PC and connect to the same wireless network with ease.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 110-1036NR 10.1-Inch White Netbook – Up to 6.75 Hours of Battery Life
HP Mini 110-1036NR 10.1-Inch White Netbook – Up to 6.75 Hours of Battery Life Review
I bought this for travel purposes. I used to have an HP Omnibook 800 (it’s still around in the closet somewhere), which is sort of an ancestor of this idea, but with a much higher battery burn rate, due to the technology of the day. I ran Linux on it, and wrote my Ph.D. thesis on the thing. The form factor is great.
Today I find that technology and marketing have finally caught up with the idea of small form factor laptops, and they work better too. The Intel atom is a fairly powerful chip; it runs my software (which is all mathematical in nature, and more or less a direct test of CPU speed) at speeds comparable to a core duo Macbook at a slightly higher clock rate. I’m impressed. Even more impressive is the battery life, which, compared to the macbook, seems virtually infinite. It also loaded Ubuntu 9.10 fairly painlessly: much easier than upgrading OS-X on a macbook, and it seems to work better with limited memory. No reason to use the pre-loaded WinXP, though I kept it around just in case. Over all it seems very sturdy; I’m not worried about dropping this one. This particular model also has an excellent matte screen; glossy screens annoy the bejeepers out of me. Speaking of gloss, the dumb swirlie patterns on the case do help disguise finger markings a bit, however, making the case out of matte plastic (like the Omnibook was) would have worked better.
Downsides: the battery does stick out annoyingly. It’s a clever engineering compromise, but it is a pain when you try to stash the thing in anything resembling a standard netbook case. I haven’t gotten used to the weird trackpad yet: I don’t see why they didn’t stick the buttons underneath like everyone else does. Maybe a trackpad that much closer to the keyboard would have been inconvenient in a different way, so I’ll live with it.
HP Mini 110-1036NR 10.1-Inch White Netbook – Up to 6.75 Hours of Battery Life Feature
- 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor
- 1 GB DDR2 RAM (1 Dimm) (1 GB Maximum)
- 160GB (5400RPM) SATA Hard Drive
- 10.1″ Diagonal SD LED Anti-glare Widescreen Display (1024×576), Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
- Genuine Windows XP Home (SP3), *Up to 6.75 Hours of Battery Life
HP Mini 110-1036NR 10.1-Inch White Netbook – Up to 6.75 Hours of Battery Life Overview
TRAVEL LIGHT, STAY CONNECTED: Whether computing within your home, around town and campus, or across the country, the ultra-portable HP Mini 110 can keep you connected with built-in Wi-Fi. It has the performance you need to surf the web and use your standard productivity software apps — but is light enough to carry everywhere at just 2.89 lbs. It syncs files, photos and videos easily with your primary notebook or desktop PC whenever connected to the same network with the integrated SyncablesTM app. After initial SyncablesTM setup, the file updates will occur in the background for a truly seamless experience. The HP Mini 110: The perfect mobile companion. ULTRA MOBILE PERFORMANCE: Based on an architecture that optimizes internet access and basic communication, Intel Atom processors power the HP Mini’s reliable, energy-efficient performance. The LED anti-glare widescreen display reduces both system weight and reflections that can distract from the visual experience. The 92% of full-size keyboard also improves weight without sacrificing comfort. Integrated 802.11b/g wireless LAN enables wireless access within range of a hotspot. The HP Mini 110 series: Designed to optimize ultra mobile performance. What’s in the box: Mini 110-1030nr, 30W AC Adapter, 6-Cell Lithium-Ion battery, Symantec Norton Internet Security 2009 with 60 days complimentary live update, Syncables Mobile Desktop 5, Microsoft Works, Adobe Acrobat Reader and HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent
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Cheap ! HP Mini 210-1170NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black)
HP Mini 210-1170NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black) Review
HP Mini 210-1170NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black) Feature
- Intel Atom Processor N455 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2, 667Mhz FSB); 1GB DDR3 System Memory (1 DIMM) – Max supported = 1GB; 250GB (7200RPM) Hard Drive (SATA); Genuine Windows 7 Starter
- 10.1 inch WSVGA LED BrightView Infinity Widescreen Display (1024 x 600); Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 (shared) with up to 256MB Total Available Graphics Memory; HD Audio; stereo speakers
- HP Imprint finish with the crystal design in black; HP Mini Webcam with integrated digital microphone; 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader
- Integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector); Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN
- 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0; 1 VGA (15-pin); 1 RJ -45 (LAN); 1 Headphone-out/Microphone-in combo jack (compatible with 3.5mm 4-conductor jack with stereo audio and mono mic)
HP Mini 210-1170NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black) Overview
Enjoy ultra portable internet surfing and entertainment. Small, slim and stylish with a crystal design in matte black, the HP Mini 210-1170NR lets you surf the web and stay connected wherever you go. Amp up the fun with this netbook by playing videos and music and showing off your photos. E-mail, chat and instantly access your files from anywhere with exclusive, integrated software. At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.99 pounds, this ultra-compact netbook won’t weigh you down. With a 10.1″ diagonal display and nearly full-size keyboard, the HP Mini 210-1170NR doesn’t skimp on features—it comes complete with built-in wireless LAN, a 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for easy file transfer and a webcam with integrated digital microphone. HP QuickWeb gives you fast access to your favorite sites, e-mail, IM and more. Stream video from other PCs easily and fast with HP MediaStream and use HP QuickSync to synchronize files with your home PC and connect to the same wireless network with ease.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 110-1050NR 10.1-Inch Netbook
HP Mini 110-1050NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Review
Compre este Netbook basicamente porque queria un Netbook (computadora pequenha para facil traslado) con conector VGA para conectar un proyector…
Entre todas las netbooks me atrajo esta porque su precio original era 5 y se estaba vendiendo por menos de 0 cuando revise las caracteristicas encontre que tenia un modem incorporado para usar com el chip Sim que uso para la coneccion a internet 3g… Magnifico!
Este Netbook tiene una ranura oculta detras de la bateria para instalar el chip Sim…
Ahora tengo internet ultraportable, es super conveniente.
Previamente me habia comprado un SmartPhone con el objeto de leer documentos pdf y prepara presentaciones de PowerPoint en los momentos de espera del dia… no funciono: muy portable pero muy dificil de leer e interactuar (demasiado pequenho para pensar utilizarlo mas que en una emergencia).
La duracion de la bateria es mas que suficiente para mi uso diario sin necesidad de llevar constantemente el cargador (el que mantengo permanentemente en el mismo lugar, super comodo!)
Me preocupaba si un netbook podria realizar las mismas funcione que un laptop, si lo hace… no he tenido problema para instalar y ejecutar mis programas usuales (Adobe Professional y Mathematica de Wolfram)
Me parece que estos netbooks de 10″ son perfectos, tan portables como un libro y lo suficientemente amplios como para acostumbrarme a lo reducido de las dimensiones).
Este es el unico Netbook que he encontrado con la conveniencia de un modem Sim incorporado, la conveniencia de no necesitar un modem externo me fascina.
Me parece increible que este modelo no sea mas polular…
HP Mini 110-1050NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Feature
- Intel Atom Processor N270, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
- 1 GB DDR2 RAM (1 Dimm) (1 GB Maximum)
- 160GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA)
- Genuine Windows XP home edition, 6-Cell Lithium-Ion battery
- 10.1 inch Diagonal SD LED Anti-glare Widescreen Display (1024×576)
HP Mini 110-1050NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Overview
TRAVEL LIGHT, STAY CONNECTED: Whether computing within your home, around town and campus, or across the country, the ultra-portable HP Mini 110 can keep you connected with built-in Wi-Fi. It has the performance you need to surf the web and use your standard productivity software apps — but is light enough to carry everywhere at just 2.57 lbs. It syncs files, photos and videos easily with your primary notebook or desktop PC whenever connected to the same network with the integrated SyncablesTM app. After initial SyncablesTM setup, the file updates will occur in the background for a truly seamless experience. The HP Mini 110: The perfect mobile companion. ULTRA MOBILE PERFORMANCE: Based on an architecture that optimizes internet access and basic communication, Intel Atom processors power the HP Mini’s reliable, energy-efficient performance. The LED anti-glare widescreen display reduces both system weight and reflections that can distract from the visual experience. The 92% of full-size keyboard also improves weight without sacrificing comfort. Integrated 802.11b/g wireless LAN enables wireless access within range of a hotspot. HP Mobile Broadband provides internet access anywhere cell phone service is available. The HP Mini 110 series: Designed to optimize ultra mobile performance. What’s in the box: Mini 110-1020nr, 30W AC Adapter, 6-Cell Lithium-Ion battery, Symantec Norton Internet Security 2009 with 60 days complimentary live update, Syncables Mobile Desktop 5, Microsoft Works, Adobe Acrobat Reader and HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent
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Cheap ! HP Mini 210-1180NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue)
HP Mini 210-1180NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue) Review
HP Mini 210-1180NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue) Feature
- Intel Atom Processor N455 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2, 667Mhz FSB); 1GB DDR3 System Memory (1 DIMM) – Max supported = 1GB; 250GB (7200RPM) Hard Drive (SATA); Genuine Windows 7 Starter
- 10.1 inch WSVGA LED BrightView Infinity Widescreen Display (1024 x 600); Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 (shared) with up to 256MB Total Available Graphics Memory; HD Audio; stereo speakers
- HP Imprint finish in pacific blue; HP Mini Webcam with integrated digital microphone; 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader
- Integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector); Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN
- 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0; 1 VGA (15-pin); 1 RJ -45 (LAN); 1 Headphone-out/Microphone-in combo jack (compatible with 3.5mm 4-conductor jack with stereo audio and mono mic)
HP Mini 210-1180NR 10.1-Inch Netbook (Blue) Overview
Enjoy ultra portable internet surfing and entertainment. Small, slim and stylish with a crystal design in matte pacific blue, the HP Mini 210-1180NR lets you surf the web and stay connected wherever you go. Amp up the fun with this netbook by playing videos and music and showing off your photos. E-mail, chat and instantly access your files from anywhere with exclusive, integrated software. At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.99 pounds, this ultra-compact netbook won’t weigh you down. With a 10.1″ diagonal display and nearly full-size keyboard, the HP Mini 210-1180NR doesn’t skimp on features—it comes complete with built-in wireless LAN, a 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for easy file transfer and a webcam with integrated digital microphone. HP QuickWeb gives you fast access to your favorite sites, e-mail, IM and more. Stream video from other PCs easily and fast with HP MediaStream and use HP QuickSync to synchronize files with your home PC and connect to the same wireless network with ease.
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Cheap ! MSI U160-006US 10-Inch Black Netbook – 15 Hour Battery Life
MSI U160-006US 10-Inch Black Netbook – 15 Hour Battery Life Review
This netbook feels fantastic. Its thin and light, has a sold high-end build quality, and works simply as advertised. I recommend installing the netbook version of Ubuntu on here since Windows 7 Starter is a little slow on these basic netbook components. This is a typical netbook with a high class feel.
However, the OEM loaded BIOS is outdated and if you let your battery drain to complete 0% it wont recharge. Once you get this laptop first thing you need to do is to flash the BIOS to the newest version that fixes this bug. I did it on my own, some easy instructions online to do so. After doing this, I am very happy with this product. It works decently for what I need it for (College), and it looks better than the typical cheep plastic netbooks that are out there.
MSI U160-006US 10-Inch Black Netbook – 15 Hour Battery Life Feature
- 1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor
- 1GB DDR2 667 Mhz SO-DIMM RAM (1 Slot) upgradable to 2 GB MAX
- 250GB 2.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n, 4-1 Card Read (XD/SD/MMC/ MS)
- 10″ 1024×600 LED Display; 1.3MP Webcam; Bluetooth
- Window 7 Starter; 6 Cell Battery (15 Hours of Battery Life)
MSI U160-006US 10-Inch Black Netbook – 15 Hour Battery Life Overview
Intel Atom N450 1.66 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 7 Starter, 6 Cell (15 hour battery life),250GB Hard Drive, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n, 1.3 MP Webcam, 4-1 Card Read (XD/SD/MMC/ MS) 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, RJ-45
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Cheap ! HP Mini 1135CA 10.1-Inch Manufacturer Refurbished Netbook – Black
HP Mini 1135CA 10.1-Inch Manufacturer Refurbished Netbook – Black Review
Fue una buena compra que realize, ya que la laptop estaba como nueva, venia bien empacada y funciono sin ningún problema. Hasta la fecha no ha tenido ningún desperfecto.
El unico problema es que el windows xp a veces es un poco lento, recomiendo mejor instalarle el windows 7 para mejor desempeño del equipo.
Amazon entrego rapido la laptop y la tuve en mi casa en una semana. En Guatemala, Centro America.
Saludos
RSosa
HP Mini 1135CA 10.1-Inch Manufacturer Refurbished Netbook – Black Feature
- Microprocessor 1.60GHz Intel Atom Processor N270
- Microprocessor Cache 512KB L2
- Memory 1024MB DDR2 System Memory (1 Dimm), Memory Max 1024MB
- Video Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
- Network Card Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN, Wireless Connectivity 802.11b/g WLAN
- Operating System: Genuine Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 3
- Power 30W AC Adapter,3-Cell Lithium-Ion Polymer battery
HP Mini 1135CA 10.1-Inch Manufacturer Refurbished Netbook – Black Overview
Features Microprocessor 1.60GHz Intel Atom Processor N270, Microprocessor Cache 512KB L2, Memory 1024MB DDR2 System Memory (1 Dimm), Memory Max 1024MB, Video Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, Video Memory Up to 128MB, Hard Drive 80GB (4200RPM), Multimedia Drive, Display 10.1” Diagonal SD LED BrightView Infinity Widescreen Display (1024 x 576), Network Card Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN, Wireless Connectivity 802.11b/g WLAN,Bluetooth (13), Sound Altec Lansing speakers, Keyboard 101-key compatible, Pointing Device Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical Scroll Up/Down pad, External Ports 2-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards & MultiMedia cards: 2 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0, 1 Headphone out/Microphone-in combo jack (iphone compatible), 1 RJ -45 (LAN), 1 notebook expansion port, Dimensions 10.3 in (L) x 6.56 in (D) x 0.99 in (H). Weight 2.45 lbs . Power 30W AC Adapter,3-Cell Lithium-Ion Polymer battery. Operating System: Genuine Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 3.
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Cheap ! HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life
HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life Review
I LOVE my HP Vivienne Tam Mini netbook! My husband and I are semi-retired and travel quite a bit and it was a real pain to drag around my 17″ notebook. I especially love this one because it comes with more memory and a bigger hard drive than most of the other netbooks … plus it has the full Windows 7, not the skeletal version. It has been aces right out of the box.
I did buy a wireless mouse (I’m really bad with the pad), a thumb drive with Ready Boost to speed things up and an external DVD drive so I can watch movies on the road and burn my travel photos to disc. That didn’t really add much to the cost and everything fits into a padded “mini” backback. Perfect for traveling. I also use it in the kitchen to read on-line recipes while I cook and listen to Pandora Radio!
My only semi-negative is the battery life. I will probably upgrade to the 6-cell sometime in the future, but the 3-cell one it comes with is not a deal breaker. It’s fine.
HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life
HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life Feature
- Intel Atom Processor N450 (1.66 GHz, 512KB L2 cache)
- 2 GB DDR2 System Memory (1 DIMM) (Max 2 GB)
- 250GB (7200RPM) Hard Drive (SATA)
- 10.1″ Diagonal WSVGA LED HP BrightView Infinity Widescreen Display (1024 x 600);
- Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, Up to 4.25 Hours of Battery Life
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 (shared) with up to 256MB Total Available Graphics Memory
HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life Overview
Complete your look with this fashionable digital clutch. Small, slim and stylish, the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition netbook lets you surf the web, stay connected, and be entertained in more places. Amp up the fun by playing videos and music or showing off your photos. Exclusive, integrated software keeps you in sync with your life by letting you e-mail, chat, and instantly access your files from anywhere you have an internet connection. Adorned with a butterfly motif from Vivienne Tam’s spring 2010 collection, the champagne gold case makes a bold fashion statement from every angle.
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Cheap ! MSI U135-206US 10-Inch Silver Netbook – 3 Hour Battery Life
MSI U135-206US 10-Inch Silver Netbook – 3 Hour Battery Life Review
MSI U135-206US 10-Inch Silver Netbook – 3 Hour Battery Life Feature
- 1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor
- 1GB DDR2 667 Mhz SO-DIMM RAM (1 Slot) upgradable to 2 GB MAX
- 160GB 2.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n, 4-1 Card Read (XD/SD/MMC/ MS)
- 10″ 1024×600 LCD Display; 1.3MP Webcam
- Window 7 Starter; 3 Cell Battery (3 Hours of Battery Life)
MSI U135-206US 10-Inch Silver Netbook – 3 Hour Battery Life Overview
Intel Atom N450 1.66 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Starter, 3 Cell,160GB Hard Drive, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n, 1.3 MP Webcam, 4-1 Card Read (XD/SD/MMC/ MS) 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, RJ-45
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Cheap ! HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook
HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Review
I purchased this netbook to lug around Europe on an upcoming trip. Why carry around my beastly 8 lb dinosaur (that’s on its last legs anyway) when I can carry something much lighter? This is my first netbook, so my experience with other netbooks is somewhat limited. That said, I’m not a complete stranger to them either, so take that for what it’s worth.
First thoughts: wow, this HP setup stuff is annoying. I could be up and running manually in probably half the time. I guess it’s useful for n00bs. At least it’s one and done.
Second thoughts: Wow, there’s a lot of crapware on this thing. That includes anything with “HP” in its name and plenty of other stuff as well.
Third thoughts were much more positive. After removing all the above crapware and getting this puppy configured to my liking, I was enjoying a really slick machine.
So netbooks are for browsing the web and watching some Youtube videos and such, right? Well, it does just fine at those tasks. I REALLY like the keyboard. That’s really the one feature that nailed it for me. I’ve typed on other netbooks, and found them to be universally abhorrent. Not so with this little guy! Aside from hitting = instead of backspace, I can type almost full speed. It seems to be lacking PageUp and PageDown, and they’re sorely missed. I tend to prefer to scroll with buttons rather than the touchpad, but if you’re unlike me, you probably won’t care.
I also appreciate that they put the useful functions (play, pause, volume, etc) as the primary function of the Function keys. I don’t often need F1-F12, and I’m guessing you don’t either. They’re still available by holding the Function key (you know, the blueish one).
Windows 7 Starter is something of a cruel joke, but it’s standard for this market segment, so not especially noteworthy.
The QuickWeb or whatever it’s called is VERY fast. Within 5 seconds of a cold boot, you’ve got a usable machine. I don’t use the mode much, because I don’t do much IM or Skype these days. I prefer having access to a more full-featured (i.e. AdBlock) browser as well. I’m sure the function has its uses however. For one, it makes for great bragging rights. I impressed a few friends with it…and then booted into Windows when it came time to actually USE the thing.
WiFi reception is strong. I discovered a bunch of new WiFi networks near my house. ‘Nuff said. I’ve connected to a few different networks in various locations with no problems. I was unable to connect to my cousin’s network, however. She probably gave me the wrong password.
With the included 6 cell unit, battery life has been superb, after admittedly somewhat limited use. I got at least 9 hours out of my first charge. I generally have the brightness turned all the way down, and I turn off WiFi when not in use. The power settings are more or less at their defaults. Can’t find any room to complain here. People that view a lot of video will probably experience faster drain. I don’t spend a lot of time on that stuff (at least not on a 10.1″ screen…not when I have a 22″ monitor available for consuming video).
The display is nice enough. I’m not very demanding for this sort of thing when it comes to netbooks. Resolution is low, so I definitely recommend tweaking your web browser to reclaim some wasted vertical screen real estate. I managed to find some Firefox plugins that let me merge some toolbars and shrink them vertically. Then I found one to hide the names of my links on my Bookmarks toolbar. Very slick, and I probably regained a good half inch of vertical space. However many pixels that is. I’ve not had any problems with glare, but then again, my usage has been indoors or in the car (not while driving!)
Sound. Again, I have low standards here. It’s loud enough to hear easily. My friend has a full-size laptop (a Toshiba) that is very nice, but really crappy when it comes to volume. You can crank it up to barely a whisper. Thankfully, that’s not a problem with this HP. I already mentioned this, but the dedicated volume buttons are worth revisiting.
The fit and finish is quite excellent. The bottom of the unit is smooth and unblemished. No vents or anything to block or require cleaning. The unit is kind of annoying to open due to the lack of something good to grip. Regardless of that minor fault, it’s a good looking unit that’s just waiting for your fingerprints. A matte finish would be a nice option, but what is this, the early 2000′s?
So, what’s missing? HDMI, for one. Multitouch. Hard drive is smallish. If you can wait for configuration, you can order one of these from HP with a 250 GB hard drive for a reasonable upcharge. I didn’t have enough time to wait, so I went stock.
At the end of the day, this product is highly recommended. I’d honestly put the review closer to 4.5 stars, but that’s just not an option. I don’t want to round up to 5, cause then it would seem like the usual review hyperbole.
Here’re the quick facts for those that don’t like prose:
Pros:
keyboard size/layout/feel(!)(seriously, it’s great)
useful function keys
price
battery life (flush-fitting 6 cell battery FTW!)
overall fit and finish
QuickWeb is neat and possibly useful
Cons:
no HDMI (minor gripe…it’s definitely an entry-level unit)
no multitouch (see above)
kind of annoying to open (nothing to grip)
loads of crapware
smallish 160 GB hard drive
HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Feature
- Intel Atom Processor N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2, 667Mhz FSB); 1GB DDR2 System Memory (1 DIMM) – Max supported = 1GB
- 10.1 inch diagonal WSVGA HP Anti-glare LED Display (1024 x 600)
- HP Imprint finish in black; HP Mini Webcam with integrated digital microphone; 2-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader
- Integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector); Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN
- 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0; 1 VGA (15-pin); 1 RJ -45 (LAN)
HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook Overview
Enjoy ultra portable internet surfing and entertainment. Small, slim and stylish in black, the HP Mini 110-3030NR lets you surf the web and stay connected wherever you go. Amp up the fun with this netbook by playing videos and music and showing off your photos. E-mail, chat and instantly access your files from anywhere with exclusive, integrated software. At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.99 pounds, this ultra-compact netbook won’t weigh you down. With a 10.1″ diagonal display and nearly full-size keyboard, the HP Mini 110-3030NR doesn’t skimp on features—it comes complete with built-in wireless LAN, a 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for easy file transfer and a webcam with integrated digital microphone. HP QuickWeb gives you fast access to your favorite sites, e-mail, IM and more. Stream video from other PCs easily and fast with HP MediaStream and use HP QuickSync to synchronize files with your home PC and connect to the same wireless network with ease.
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