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Ego Lifestyle, the Dutch high-end luxury lifestyle consumer electronics is introducing its latest luxury notebook, the Tulip Ego at Barneys New York. While most manufacturers make fashionistas pick a color they have to live with for years, the uber-fashionable Ego Tulip features round shapes and interchangeable skins, which are available in a variety of designer fabrics, finishes and colors.....

Barneys New York is selling the Tulip Ego notebook in pure white, and with an additional Chique (raspberry color) skin for $5,400. A �Chique�� raspberry colored skin is included, and 11 others are available. Cheap compared to the European-only Otau Ego Diamond notebook, which goes for $350,000.

You don�t buy a computer like this for blazing speed, but the specs are good enough for most users. The Tulip Ego includes a 12.1-inch WXGA widescreen, AMD Turion 64 single core processor, 1 gig of memory, 80GB drive and DVD-RW drive.

Barney�s will carry exclusively for the next 12 months, before Ego seeks wider U.S. distribution.

Tulip Ego “Soul” faux Zebra Skin

Tulip Ego Notebook in faux Wood skin

Tulip Ego Notebook in distressed Desert skin

Otazo Ego Diamond Edition Logo in Diamonds

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Laptop with Multimedia features are complete and also with the maximum performance make laptop Lenovo IdeaPad Z560 can make choices when you bought a new laptop, with the power of an Intel Core i5 machine which has been stuck on laptop Lenovo IdeaPad Z560 which will produce maximum performance in your laptop, such as using applications simultaneously, or watch movies and even play games even if this laptop will result in best performance,

to produce maximum performance more, Lenovo has installed Memory 4GB DDR3, while for the graphics card, Lenovo IdeaPad Z560 is still using the Intel graphics card HD, which produce graphic visuals quite well on 15.6-inch screen, like most of laptop in the market, Lenovo IdeaPad Z560 has also been equipped with various advanced communication devices such as Bluetooth, Wireless wi-fi, while for laptop communications port has been equipped with an ethernet card RJ45 and RJ11 modem.

for data storage on Lenovo IdeaPad Z560 laptop are equipped with 500GB of Harddrive, and for the purposes of playing DVD movies or play audio CDs, Lenovo has set up a dual layer DVD optical drive, Lenovo IdeaPad Z560 has been equipped with operating system Windows 7 64bit-ready.

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Chrom OS is oprating system that was developed by google, before the release of the operating system is already very popular and awaited by many people, but until now this chrom OS yet also can be used, because the chrome OS is still in development stage, but about next year plans this Chrome OS will soon come out the same laptop that was developed by Google. google next year seems to have other businesses, they now have penetrated business laptop, but that does not mean Chrome OS will not be available on PC, Im sure Google will make Chrome OS the for PCs, but it does look like Chrome OS  of this, the following video about the chrome OS which has released google.

Chrome OS was an Operating system that many use the browser for various applications, which means we must have an unlimited internet connection to use this Chrome OS maximally , indeed many advantages to this operating system, such as fast boot, virus-free, his plan google laptop that will come out next year will be issued simultaneously Chrome OS , so you will get Google laptop and the Chrome OS is already installed in it.

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introduction for HP laptop

The HP Pavilion dv6500t is a “Santa Rosa” equipped update to the very popular dv6000t series of mainstream laptops, which topped the NotebookReview.com Most Popular Laptops chart for quite a while. A 15.4” widescreen, consumer-oriented laptop, it delivers a solid, well-rounded package that updates the HP lineup nicely.

Buying Choices for the HP Pavilion dv6565us - Core 2 Duo T5250 1.5 GHz - 15.4" TFT J&R Music and Computer World | $1,149.99 HP Home & Home Office Store | $1,124.99 B&H Photo-Video | $1,099.99 view detailed pricing from 14 stores starting at $949.00 85.7% of people recommend this product - view 14 opinions | rate product

Specifications and Pricing

• Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T7300 (2.0GHz, 4MB L2 cache), PM 965 “Santa Rosa” chipset @ 800 MHz FSB
• OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
• RAM: 2GB DDR2 SDRAM @ 667MHz (2 x 1GB)
• Hard Drive: 120GB SATA @ 5400 RPM
• Screen: 15.4" WXGA BrightView Widescreen (1280 x 800)
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS, 128MB dedicated VRAM + up to an additional 256MB shared
• Optical Drive: Super Multi 8X DVD+/-/R/RW w/double layer support
• Audio: Reaktek High Definition Audio with digital output
• Battery: “High capacity” 6-cell lithium ion
• Wireless: Intel PRO/Wireless 4965 802.11 a/g/n + Bluetooth
• HP Imprint (Radiance) finish + 2 Microphones + Fingerprint reader
• Ports/Slots: one IEEE 1394 (FireWire); HDMI; three USB 2.0; 5-in-1 memory card reader; VGA monitor out port; S-Video out; RJ-45 Ethernet LAN; RJ-11 modem; Express Card; IR receiver; Expansion Port 3; two headphone/speaker jacks; microphone/line-in jack
• Remote: HP Express Card IR media center remote
• Warranty: 1 year standard warranty + 1 year extension (see below)
• Weight: 6.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 14.05" (W) x 10.12" (L) x 1" (min H)/1.69" (max H)

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Design and Build laptop

The build of a laptop is important, especially one that will be carried around and used constantly, but I do not equate a solid feel with ultimate build quality. I am pleased with the apparent quality of the dv6500t, but only time will truly tell how it fares. The case is plastic but feels solid, with the top a shiny black coated plastic and the base a more standard matte black. The area around the screen and keyboard also has a shiny finish that reflects less than the top. The screen flexes significantly under stress but I cannot produce any ripples in the screen. The hinges are solid and keep the screen in place. The only flex found in the case is under the optical drive in the center right of the base and a slight amount to the right of the touchpad. I can pick up each corner of the base without feeling any sag. Nearly all ports are on the left; only a USB port, the optical drive, the express card slot, and the power connection on the right. The express card slot has a plastic placeholder rather than a true cover, but the media center remote is stored in this slot, anyway, so a cover would be superfluous. All vent openings are placed on the back and bottom. This arrangement does allow some of the vents on the bottom to be blocked without completely obstructing the air flow. The front lip holds an IR receiver, a microphone/line-in jack, and two sound output jacks.

The lighting adds a very classy touch to the design. The row of media controls at the top of the keyboard glows an iridescent blue, as does a ring around the power plug when the AC adapter is connected. The media buttons are all touch sensitive and very responsive. A click sound accompanies a press, but this feature can be turned off in the BIOS. The mute button turns orange when activated, as does the icon above the touchpad when disabled via a hard button. The caps-lock and number-lock keys have blue lights beside each of them to indicate activation. Finally, three small lights in the bottom left corner show power, charging state, and drive activity.

The one big consideration in all of this shiny, fancy, coated plastic is how easily it can accumulate dust and fingerprints. A microfiber cloth comes standard, and neat freaks, including myself, will wipe down the top and area around the screen at least a few times a day.

The media buttons and Altec Lansing speakers. (view large image)

The included media center remote. (view large image)

A macro view of HPs imprint finish. (view large image)

Screen

The dv6500t’s glossy WXGA LCD sports a 1280x800 screen resolution with HP’s Brightview technology. The colors of the glossy screen really stand out in comparison to a matte display, and the accompanying reflection has not bothered me. Brightness and contrast are outstanding. Adjusting the backlight can be done in very small increments, and even at half brightness the image looks brilliant. I have found that in a dark room with the brightness at full, I have to squint due to the amount of light coming from the display. The horizontal and vertical viewing angles stretch across a wide range with even lighting in all areas. Light leakage is undetectable. In short, this display might be one of the best I’ve seen, even with its standard resolution.

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Speakers

Again unapologetically inserting my opinion here, I do not expect much out of the built-in speakers of a laptop. The Altec Lansing speakers in the dv6500t sound fine from this perspective, and with the volume at maximum they are powerful enough to project sound into a fairly large room with only some distortion.

Processor and Performance

The 64-bit T7300 runs two cores at 2.00 GHz and includes the Santa Rosa chipset’s ability to dramatically shift power from the second core to the first when a single-core process demands it. The benchmarks and battery test below show first-rate processing ability and improved efficiency.

The GPU, an NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS, lies at the lower range of their new line-up. The GS runs slightly more slowly than the GT, which is a slower version of the 8600m GS. From the benchmarks, don’t expect great gaming performance. I do not have the time to play too many games during the normal week anyway, but this card does manage to handle the older games I have. Running a demo of Armed Assault requires most settings turned down to medium for a smooth experience. Aero effects in Vista run smoothly. The X3100 integrated option is also available for $80 less.

HDTune results:

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Everest: 2011 MB/s read, 1199 MB/s write, 87.8 ns latency

Heat and Noise

The case does not heat up beyond what I would call warm during even intense operation. The touchpad, of all places, remains warmer than the surroundings whenever the laptop is on. The left center of the bottom also warms up during normal use, but not enough to become uncomfortable. The fan runs nearly constantly when the laptop is on external power. The sound created as it speeds up is more than I expected. On battery power, this sound reduces to nearly silent. In other words, if you are taxing the processor, expect a fair amount of fan noise.

There is a noticable amount of warmth and noise despite the number of vents on the bottom and back of the dv6500t.(view large image)

Keyboard and Touchpad

The keyboard feels very similar to my old Thinkpad, with perhaps a little more flex. The keys travel a good distance, and a slight, unobtrusive noise accompanies each movement. Some of the larger keys, like the carriage return/enter key, do have a louder click as they are hit, but the noise would not be enough to bother anyone in a quiet room. Keyboard flex is moderate in the middle and bottom, but only with firm pressure does it start bending. As mentioned before, the right palm rest flexes slightly with heavy pressure, although this would not be noticed under normal use.

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The touchpad is relatively large and matches the dimensions of the screen. Straight out of the box, my fingers would not glide over its surface easily, but after a day’s use, a little oil from my hands apparently coated the touchpad and made it feel smoother. Personally, I find that somewhat strange, but it does work better now. One nice feature is an on/off button located directly above the touchpad allowing you to deactivate the touchpad when you use an external mouse. A red-orange LED lights up when the touchpad is turned off ... which helps if you forget you turned the touchpad off.

I/O Ports

The dv6500t features a good selection of ports (more than most notebooks in this price range):

• VGA monitor out port
• S-Video out
• RJ-45 Ethernet LAN
• Expansion Port 3
• RJ-11 modem
• 1 IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
• HDMI
• 3 USB 2.0
• 5-in-1 memory card reader
• Express Card
• IR receiver
• 2 speaker jacks, with digital out
• Line-in jack

Front view with IR receiver, microphone in, and dual headphone ports. (view large image)

Right side view with Express Card slot, optical drive, USB port and DC jack. (view large image)

Left side view with lock slot, S-Video out, VGA out, Expansion Port 3, Ethernet, modem, HDMI, two USB ports, FireWire and 5-in-1 card reader. (view large image)

The back view doesnt offer much except hinges and the fan vent. (view large image)

Wireless

The newest draft-N wireless comes as part of the Centrino Duo package, though I don’t have a wireless-N router to actually use or test this with. The adapter does pick up the 802.11g router in the area with no problem, and the Bluetooth adapter works well. This integrated Bluetooth and the 802.11N come together as an option, priced at $45 extra.

Battery Life

If you need something that can last at least two hours on a charge to take notes during class, the dv6500t’s 6-cell battery more than accomplishes that. Rather than select the 12-cell which lifts the back and adds about an inch to the thickness, I opted for the “high-capacity” version of the standard 6-cell, which has a 16% increase in capacity. While word processing and moving a few files around, with wireless off and screen brightness at a lower but acceptable level, the battery lasted 4 hours and 1 minute. The 6-cell lasted for about 3 hours while watching a DVD with the screen at half brightness.

OS and Software

This laptop comes with a minimum of bloatware, and I thank HP for that. Expecting enough pre-installed junk to mandate a fresh install of the OS, I uninstalled only 3 programs after booting up for the first time. I also immediately turned off Vista’s User Access Control. The included programs I have found most useful include VeriSoft’s biometrics software, which is very intuitive and integrated seamlessly with other programs to remember passwords, with loads of customizable settings for the fingerprint reader. Vista’s photo viewing and editing utilities are a welcome addition and make simple fixes quick and easy. HP’s Quickplay software requires a full Vista boot, but it works well and makes for a flashy way to show off media.

Vista took 58 seconds to reach the desktop during a cold boot, including several seconds for fingerprint verification and log-on. I’m favorably impressed with the OS itself, and many tasks take a significantly shorter time than in XP, like Microsoft Update. The plethora of shortcuts seems designed well and with the end-user in mind. My one complaint is the lag in opening folders in the Start menu under battery power. I have never experienced this lag in XP, and I fail to see why a menu under All Programs should take several seconds to show its contents in Vista. When running under external power, this pause disappears.

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Screen Size: 14.1, 15.4 inches
Weight: 5 lbs
Processor Options: Core 2 Duo
Graphics Options: nVidia Quadro
The Lenovo ThinkPad R61 is a 14.1" or 15.4" screen notebook available with a Core 2 Duo (Santa Rosa) processor, optional integrated camera, roll cage in the lid and built-in media card and FireWire

The Thinkpad R61 was released by Lenovo earlier in 2007 as a “thin-and-light” model of the “R-series” line-up. New features in the R61 include a redesigned roll cage for extra reinforcement in the lid, the new Intel “Santa Rosa” platform for mobile computers and built in wireless WAN antenna on the left side of the lid (built in).

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The Lenovo ThinkPad R61 14.1” widescreen follows the traditional Thinkpad design while not sacrificing performance or reliability. The R61 is available at a slightly lower price than the T61. While lacking only in a high-end graphics card selection (T61p), the R61 remains a very strong competitor that I recommend as a less expensive alternative.

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Specifications laptop

The particular unit I purchased was through “Visaperks” available in Canada and was equipped with the following specifications [ThinkPad R61 7738-11U]:

• Processor: Intel T7300 Core 2 Duo (2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB, 4MB Cache)
• Chipset: Intel Mobile 965 Express chipset (Crestline)
• Graphics: Intel X3100 (Integrated graphics card)
• Operating System: Windows Vista Business 64-bit
• Display: 14.1” WXGA+ 1440 x 900
• Hard Drive: 120GB 5400RPM
• Memory: 1GB (1 x 1GB, 1 slot open), up to 4GB max
• Ports: 3 USB 2.0, Ethernet, Modem, Monitor out, Headphone OUT, Microphone IN
• Slots: 1 PC Card Slot, 1 Express Card slot
• Optical Drive: Ultra-bay DVD Recordable DL (8x)
• Interfaces: Bluetooth, Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG LAN, Fingerprint scanner, Thinkpad light
• Dimensions: 13.2" x 9.3" x 1.20 - 1.37" (335mm x 237mm x 30.0 - 34.9mm)
• Weight: 5.2 lbs

Reason for Purchase laptop

This notebook is my first notebook and will be used mostly for university studies, casual gaming, office work, web surfing and some mathematics programming. I was not looking for a gaming notebook so I chose the Intel X3100 graphics card as it provides more than enough power to satisfy Vista’s graphics requirements. Furthermore, the integrated graphics allows the notebook to remain much cooler than my friend’s T60p (ATI FireGL 5200) and last much longer on battery despite its mere 4-cell battery (compared to the T60p’s 9-cell).

I considered the Dell Inspiron 6400, HP Pavilion dv6500t, Thinkpad T60 and of course the popular ThinkPad T61 before purchasing this notebook. After researching each candidate, I ruled out the Inspiron 6400 (no Santa Rosa platform), Pavilion dv6500t (not available yet in Canada) and was left with three Thinkpad choices.

I heard great things about the Thinkpad lines, mostly their reputation as rugged companions with reliable performance. The T60 and T61 proved to be similar in price. Actually, the T61 was cheaper (with comparable specifications) in Canada compared to the T60. However, further comparison of the T61 and R61 showed the T61 had little to offer me over the R61. The price difference was $200 CAD before tax and I figured that the extra 0.2 lb of weight and 0.2 inches thickness was well worth saving the money for upgrades and accessories. I ended up purchasing this particular model for $1,299 CAD before tax through Visaperks.ca and consider it a very good deal.

Build and Design laptop

The design of the Thinkpad R61 is built for punishment. The clamshell enclosure and reinforced lid allows the notebook to be carried with one hand without fear of damaging the screen. There is absolutely no flex in any part of the case. Pressure exerted in the center of the LCD screen yielded merely tiny specks of distortion. The colour is of course all black as seen in the photos while the design remains consistent with traditional Thinkpad designs. Attempting to wobble the LCD lid back and forth resulted in the movement of the whole notebook and the thick metal hinges provide ample protection from even severe torture.

Despite all these design features, there is one flaw that I must point out. The orientation of the USB ports seems rather impractical. All three USB ports are aligned vertically with one beside the ultra-bay and two between the modem and express card slots. I have used some wider USB sticks with the notebook and the two USB slots on the left side do not allow the wider USB keys to be inserted since the notebook is neither high enough off the ground nor were the USB ports placed high enough on the notebook. I question Lenovo’s reason for aligning these two USB ports vertically. Personally, I’d suggest that the one on the right (ultra-bay) can be aligned vertically for mouse connections and to not disrupt ultra-bay ejection, but the two on the left should be oriented horizontally (taking pretty much the same amount of space) and providing a much more convenient acceptance of USB keys.

Vertical USB ports do not allow wider USB keys to be inserted. The "Fn" key is located left of the "Ctrl" key. (view large image)

Screen

The screen is very clear in my opinion and more than bright enough. Since my eyes are very sensitive to light and see very well in the dark, I keep my screen brightness to the second lowest increment even on A/C (lowest setting on battery). There are no dead pixels (nor should there be as the notebook is a mere 20 days old) and has fairly even backlighting. The viewing angles are decent at around 135 degrees in each direction.

Speakers laptop

The speakers are decent but not exceptional. They are loud enough for a medium sized (10 m x 10 m) room if there are no other sounds. The speakers do crackle occasionally when they are pushed to their limit in both volume and frequency. I would recommend external speakers for long term music playing or a larger audience. For personal use, headphones would be fine and the ports are conveniently located at the front to reduce torque if pulled out.

Processor and Performance

The actual benchmarks show slight improvement over the previous generation of Core2Duo processors. The processor is definitely fast enough for everyday usage and ran MatLAB benchmarks very well. However, the performance of the hard drive is questionable. Since the notebook has a 5400 rpm hard drive, its access and seek times are relatively slow and this seems to be the bottleneck for the current setup. This conclusion is drawn from loading certain applications once (stored in RAM), then the second time the application is loaded or calculations are made, the processor hits much higher speeds and results in better performance. The time it takes to reach the logon screen for Windows Vista is roughly 58 seconds from a full shutdown, 36 seconds from hibernate and 12 seconds from standby.

For anyone picking a Core2Duo, I highly recommend getting the T7300 over the T7100 because of the 2 MB increase in L2 cache (double that of the T7100). The processor clock speeds may not make an enormous difference, but the cache space usually gives far better performance. Any of the higher end processors only differ in maximum clock speed, so unless the user requires high processor usage, going beyond the T7300 is not economical.

Besides raw performance tests and benchmarks, the notebook is otherwise very quick for all applications even memory and processor intensive ones such as Photoshop CS and is sufficient for non-gamers. As for games, I can run Warcraft III Frozen Throne on max settings beautifully. Medieval Total War II struggles slightly on medium-high settings but plays well on lower settings. I believe that as of the date of this review, Intel has yet to announce its final X3100 drivers, thus graphical performance still has room for improvement from software upgrades alone.

Benchmarks

SuperPI:

Notebook	Time
Lenovo ThinkPad R61 (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7300)	1m 01s
Lenovo ThinkPad X61 (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7300)	1m 01s
Lenovo 3000 V200 (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7300)	0m 59s
HP dv2500t (1.80GHz Intel 7100)	1m 09s
Lenovo ThinkPad T61 (2.00GHz Core 2 Duo Intel T7300)	0m 59s
Lenovo ThinkPad T60 (2.00GHz Core 2 Duo T7200)	1m 03s
Toshiba Satellite P205-S6287 (1.73 GHz Core 2 Duo Intel T5300)	1m 24s
Toshiba Satellite A205 (1.66GHz Core 2 Duo)	1m 34s
HP Compaq 6515b (1.6GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-52)	2m 05s
HP dv6000t (2.16 GHz Intel T2400)	0m 59s
Dell Inspiron e1705 (2.0GHz Core 2 Duo)	1m 02s

PCMark05:

Notebook	PCMark05 Score
Lenovo ThinkPad R61 (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7300, Intel X3100)	3,800 PCMarks
Lenovo ThinkPad X61 (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7300, Intel X3100)	4,153 PCMarks
Lenovo 3000 V200 (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7300, Intel X3100)	3,987 PCMarks
Lenovo T60 Widescreen (2.0GHz Intel T7200, ATI X1400 128MB)	4,189 PCMarks
HP dv6000t (2.16GHz Intel T7400, NVIDA GeForce Go 7400)	4,234 PCMarks
Fujitsu N6410 (1.66GHz Core Duo, ATI X1400)	3,487 PCMarks
Alienware M7700 (AMD Athlon FX-60, Nvidia Go 7800GTX)	5,597 PCMarks
Sony VAIO SZ-110B in Speed Mode (Using Nvidia GeForce Go 7400)	3,637 PCMarks
Asus V6J (1.86GHz Core Duo T2400, Nvidia Go 7400)	3,646 PCMarks

3DMark05:

Notebook	3D Mark 05 Results
Lenovo ThinkPad R61 (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7300, Intel X3100)	728 3DMarks
HP Compaq 6510b (2.20GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7500, Intel X3100)	916 3DMarks
HP Compaq 6515b (1.6GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-52, ATI x1270)	871 3DMarks
HP dv6000t (2.16 GHz Intel T7400, NVIDA GeForce Go 7400)	2,013 3D Marks
Dell Inspiron e1705 (2.0GHz Core Duo, ATI X1400)	1,791 3D Marks
Acer TravelMate 8204WLMi (2.0GHz Core Duo, ATI X1600 256MB)	4,236 3DMarks
Alienware Aurora M-7700(AMD Dual Core FX-60, ATI X1600 256MB)	7,078 3D Marks
Lenovo ThinkPad T60 (2.0GHz Core Duo, ATI X1400 128MB)	2,092 3D Marks
Asus V6Va (2.13 GHz Pentium M, ATI x700 128 MB)	2,530 3D Marks
Fujitsu n6410 (1.66 GHz Core Duo, ATI X1400 128MB)	2,273 3DMarks
Dell XPS M1210 (2.16 GHz Core Duo, nVidia Go 7400 256MB)	2,090 3D Marks

Windows Experience Index:

Heat and Noise laptop

Lenovo claims the new T/R61s are the coolest and quietest Thinkpads ever. I would agree since this notebook barely even heats up under normal usage and remains almost inaudible until heavy gaming or processor intensive applications. The right palm rest becomes slightly warm during gaming because of hard drive usage while the left palm rest remains fairly cool. The fan seems to be on most of the time, but the fan control is fantastic and during idling or medium usage the noise is so low that it is barely noticeable.

Bottom: The many vents and air ducts allow the Thinkpad to remain quite cool even under medium processor/graphics intensive tasks. (view large image)

The optical drive becomes fairly loud when reading or writing a disc. Therefore when playing DVDs, it is highly recommended that an image be copied onto the hard drive as the noise can get quite annoying.

Keyboard and Touchpad

The keyboard is fantastic in terms of response and feel. The keys are quite sturdy and depress into the notebook respectably far for a notebook. One thing to mention for Thinkpads is their “Fn” key position. The “Ctrl” key (usually the left most key) is replaced by the “Fn” key and placed on the right (see pictures). Due to my transition from a regular keyboard I have to adjust to the “Ctrl” placement.

The legendary Thinkpad keyboard has lived up to its name in the R61 and is both comfortable and responsive to type on. (view large image)

The touchpad does seem quite small since much space is left on either side for the possibility of a “widescreen touchpad”. The scroll bars along the bottom and side of the touchpad respond reliably and the extra middle click button with the UltraNav pointer (eraser head) becomes invaluable when web surfing with Firefox.

The touchpad is slightly small, but quite responsive. The extra middle click button and the “eraser head” stick above the touchpad are very helpful additions rarely seen on other notebooks. (view large image)

Input/Output Ports

The input/output ports on the R61 are conveniently placed and work well simultaneously. The lack of a DVI port on the notebook itself may be bothersome for some gamers, but the option of using a mini/advanced docking system with a DVI pass-through may satisfy some demands. As for the monitor out, I can drive my friend’s 22” LCD monitor at its native (max) resolution of 1680 x 1050 and have no equipment to test it at higher resolutions. The ports around the laptop can be seen in the pictures below:

Front: From left to right, a firewire port exists as an option, a hard switch for wireless control and the headphones/speakers out and microphone in. (view large image)

Left: From back to front are the air vent out, monitor out, modem, Ethernet, two vertical USB ports and the Express Card and PC card slots. (view large image)

Back: The thick hinges can be clearly seen from the back while the 4-cell battery stays flush with the rear of the notebook. The fan intake vent is seen towards the right with the adapter connection in between. (view large image)

Right: The hard drive sits under the right palm rest with the side plate towards the left of the ultra-bay. The ultra-bay is hot swappable and can be replaced with an extra hard drive or 3-cell battery. There is one vertical USB port for mouse connection. (view large image)

Wireless laptop

The wireless card seems to pick up signals without issue and has served me well these few weeks of use with home wireless internet. Since I have no Bluetooth devices, I am unable to test Bluetooth device effectiveness. However, transferring files through Bluetooth was successfully done from my friend’s Thinkpad T60p. There is no Infrared port.

Battery

The 4-cell battery lasts about three and a half hours from a full charge down to 5% with lowest screen brightness and minimal use (office work and internet, therefore wireless on). Watching a DVD drained the battery in around two hours. The times seem respectable since it is only the 4-cell battery. Therefore, I considered the possibility of purchasing another 7-cell battery to use in conjunction with the 4-cell. This combination should last the whole day when needed for a day of lectures or certain events.

Operating System and Software

I would consider Windows Vista quite slow compared to Windows XP. There are various extra features (some useful, some not), but mostly eye candy that lengthens response time and drains battery life.

I removed all software that came with the system with a fresh install and number of processes went from 89 down to 60 during idling. The original configuration included numerous amounts of trial and free software that I was not interested in. I would have appreciated Lenovo’s effort if all extra software came on a CD or DVD with the user having the option of installing them. However, since Lenovo profits only from manufacturer’s installations, this option seems unlikely.

No system restore discs were included, but a set can be made with the included software and recovery partition. I highly suggest that any buyers make a set of recovery CD/DVDs as soon as the notebook is up and running, simply because of possible accidents.

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Conclusion

Overall, I would highly recommend the Thinkpad R61 to anyone looking for a lower price notebook (compared to T61) with a very durable build and excellent performance.

Pros

• Superior build quality with magnesium roll cage and extra hard drive protection
• One of the best keyboards in notebooks
• Fairly good battery life (only 4-cells) with a much high run time when upgraded to a 7-cell battery
• Cool and quiet under normal usage and idling
• Great performance on an integrated graphics chip
• Less expensive than the T61

Cons

• Lots of trial and free software with little use (highly recommend clean/fresh install of the OS)
• Slightly thicker and heavier than the T61
• USB ports are all vertical

( From http://www.notebookreview.com )

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The VAIO® CR Notebook (laptop)

DESIGN VAIO laptop

Thin, light and absolutely stunning
Step out and be seen with the VAIO® CR notebook, a gorgeous and colorful 14.1"² thin-and light mobile masterpiece with XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology, built-in web cam and powerful technologies.

Loaded with extras
Both inside and out, special personalized extras are abundant throughout the VAIO® CR notebook. From the unique keyboard font and structure to the A/V controls, radiant silver trim and pulsing LED glow function, this fun and personalized notebook is packed with a great deal of innovative design and entertainment extras that will set itself and its owner apart from the crowd.

High technology meets Fifth Avenue
Like the clothes you wear and the car you drive, the color of your notebook reflects your style and taste. With a deep, glistening multi-layer coating of paint, a luminous silver trim and four gorgeous colors to choose from, the VAIO® CR is a functional fashion statement, helping you get the job done while separating you from the crowd.

Sangria
Energetic, bold and sexy, the glossy deep red chassis and black interior of the Sangria VAIO CR notebook will turn heads and draw attention wherever you roam. Akin to a high-end sports-car, the remarkably beautiful Sangria VAIO CR notebook will impress with luxury and perform with finesse.

Indigo
Stunning, smart and sophisticated, the spectacular Indigo VAIO CR notebook features a radiant deep blue exterior and chic silver interior. Trendy, yet timeless and strikingly cool, the color-combination is so noticeable and unique it’ll draw “oohs and ahhs” right from the box.

Cosmopolitan
Like Grace Kelly and Aubrey Hepburn, the Cosmopolitan VAIO CR notebook is classically beautiful and loved by everyone. Decked in a soft silvery-pink with a strawberry-milk interior, you’ll fall in love with its beauty and elegance and adore its charm and grace.

Dove
Pure and simple, the Dove VAIO CR notebook has a look of natural beauty and elegance. With a silver and ivory blended exterior and smooth white keyboard, it’s warm and comfortable addition to the home and a gorgeous, yet functional travel accessory.

• The lustrous coating is carefully brushed across the chassis like the finish to a luxury sports car
• Silver luminous trim frames the body, giving it a distinguishable shimmering accent
• Pulsing LED ground effects emanate and glow from beneath the silver luminous trim
• Comfortable, cleverly-engineered keyboard is easy to keep clean
• Specialized keyboard font is a unique, fun and personalized touch of personality
• DISPLAY OFF button turn offs display without shutting down your notebook
• Built-in camera and microphone for video chatting⁴
• Instant AV mode & multimedia controls for entertainment without boot-up
• Specialized keyboard font is a fun added touch to an already quite-special approach to keyboard design

Intricate painting process
Available in Sangria, Cosmopolitan, Dove, and Indigo, the VAIO CR notebooks line of lustrous coats and exquisite color shades are the result of a painstaking paint-blending and application process.

Like the finish of a luxury sports car, multiple layers of paint are meticulously applied to the chassis of the notebook, which is then buffed and dried to get that "just right" shade and beautiful luster. Each color is framed by an iconic silver luminous trim, a luxurious characteristic that makes the paint coating pop - especially when the notebook is closed.

Complete the outfit
With such a uniquely colored notebook, you’re going to need some matching accessories. To make the look complete, each VAIO® CR notebook comes with its own funky VAIO branded wallpaper and optional matching carrying bag and mouse.

MOBILITY Laptop

Get moving. Get noticed.
With its cool colors and stunning silver trim, the VAIO® CR Notebook is just too pretty to leave at home. Weighing just 5.9 lbs1 with a built-in CD/DVD player/burner, up to 3-6 hours of standard battery life6 and a 14.1" display², the VAIO® CR is perfect for personal computing and entertainment on-the-go.

Intel® Next-Gen Wireless-N technology
Introducing the next great advancement in wireless technology – Intel® Next-Gen Wireless-N. With built-in Wireless-N technology³, the VAIO® CR notebook lets you wirelessly surf the web and e-mail with greater performance, range and reliability than ever before.

Wireless-N offers a massive boost in speed and considerably more range than 802.11 a/b/g connections. You can even wirelessly stream video throughout your home or office with blazing-fast speed⁵. Also, Intel® Next-Gen Wireless-N is backwards compatible with existing 802.11 b/g networks, so there is no need for any additional hardware or cables – its all built-in

Portable entertainment paradise
Enjoying entertainment on a notebook has never been easier or more fun. Simply select the "AV mode" button just above the keyboard and your VAIO® CR notebook will jump to entertainment mode without booting up the operating system. A complete set of multimedia controls make content navigation a breeze while a built-in 1.3 megapixel digital web camera lets you quickly snap photos and participate in live video chats. Complete with a great set of speakers, a stunning 14.1" widescreen display² with XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology and a CD/DVD player/burner⁵, the VAIO CR notebook is a portable, easy way to enjoy your digital entertainment.

ENTERTAINMENT laptop

AV Mode
Imagine having the ability to enjoy your entertainment on your notebook without ever booting up. The VAIO® CR notebook with instant AV Mode lets you kick off your entertainment with a single push of a button. Go straight to watching a movie, playing music, or viewing photos without ever booting-up the operating system. Convenient, built-in multimedia control buttons also let you play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, stop, eject and control volume – all with one-touch ease.

Built-in camera and microphone
The VAIO® CR notebook features a built-in 1.3 megapixel digital web cam that lets you quickly snap photos and participate in live video chats⁵. The CAPTURE button makes it easy to take digital photos with the MOTION EYE® camera, which is discreetly located above the LCD screen to allow easy angle adjustment and natural eye movement while video chatting.

XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology
Developed by the people you trust to deliver amazing flat-panel TVs, Sonys patented XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology delivers razor-sharp details, crisp, bold colors and glare-free viewing – all while conserving battery life. Brightness is evenly distributed across XBRITE-ECO displays, which also feature a special anti-reflective coating to lessen glare and light reflection while reducing eye fatigue when viewing for long periods of time.

Lots of slots
With plenty of slots, ports and jacks, the VAIO® CR notebook lets you enjoy entertainment easily, and makes it easy to transfer files to and from external devices and your notebook.

• S video out: Connect to a compatible TV and watch a DVD or play games the big screen
• Monitor connector: Connect to a projector or display monitor for larger space entertainment
• Memory Stick® media/SD card slot: Great for photo and music transfers
• 3 USB ports: Connect to a printer, mouse and portable music player at the same time
• i.LINK® port7: Perfect for connecting plug-and-play devices and digital video transfer
• Microphone and headphone jack: Belt out some karaoke or listen quietly to your headphones
• DVD/CD burner4 and player: Watch movies, listen to music and create your own CD or DVD
• Express card slot: Great for memory expansion and adding wireless communication cards

Create your own DVDs
Create, manage and share your home movies and photos with the beautiful and powerful VAIO® CR notebook. With a built-in suite of multimedia tools and CD/DVD burner⁴, you can create your own customized DVDs, complete with interactive menus and customized themes. With Click to DVD® software, you can present your digital video content in a fun DVD package – complete with interactive menus and customized themes.

PERFORMANCE Laptop

Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology
Get the ultimate mobile experience with unparalleled processing speeds, longer battery life⁶ and enhanced wireless connectivity³. The VAIO® CR notebook features Intel® Centrino® Duo processor technology, Intels latest and best notebook technology to date.

Powered by an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor and an 800 MHz Front Side Bus, this state-of-the-art technology provides screaming-fast performance and the mobility, power and flexibility you need for high-speed⁵, wireless computing on-the-go³.

Windows Vista™ Home Premium
The VAIO® CR notebook comes pre-installed with Windows Vista™ Home Premium, a breakthrough operating system that brings your computing world into sharper focus while delivering the productivity, entertainment and security you need.

See the difference with a spectacular new look, instant search, built-in Windows® Media Center and automated security features. Create beautiful family albums and home videos, listen to your favorite music, and connect with friends and family. Windows Vista™ Home Premium makes it easier and more enjoyable to do just about anything on your PC.

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	Lenovo thinkpad laptop best product Promise of value Our promise of value is to help every client succeed through technology innovation. A lot of thought goes into the design of our PC products. We focus our innovation on meeting key customer needs, and providing products and features that help you be more productive while reducing costs. Built for the way you work We design our PCs to deliver the best user experience. ThinkPad® notebooks are thin, light and have features that give employees the flexibility to work wherever and whenever they want. And weve got models and configurations equipped to meet the specific technology and cost-of-ownership needs of both large enterprise and small business. Features like a magnesium-alloy roll cage (select models) and a shock-mounted hard drive (select models) protect your ThinkPad notebook and the data it contains from the rigors of working on the go. And ThinkVantage® design elements help increase productivity and reduce the cost of ownership. Reliable notebooks Company data is not just important. Its priceless. When viruses attack or systems fail, the cost in lost data and productivity can be immeasurable. Only Think brand PCs offer ThinkVantage® Technologies such as the Active Protection System™ and its "airbag-like" feature that can help protect your hard drive from falls on select ThinkPad models. Or Rescue and Recovery™: Just press the blue ThinkVantage button to get back lost data when you have operating system failure. Its your virus recovery button. Security made simple Protecting key company data can often be complex. But with our Integrated Fingerprint Reader and Password Manager, available on select models, users can replace hundreds of passwords with a swipe of their finger. Combined with our ThinkVantage Client Security Solution, our ThinkPad notebooks are the worlds most secure PCs available. No other PC manufacturer offers stronger security as a standard feature. Low life cycle costs Only about 20% of the cost of owning a PC is in the purchase price. The other 80% of the expense of PCs is in supporting them. ThinkPad notebooks can provide an end-to-end set of offerings to help reduce IT costs over the entire ownership cycle, thanks to our innovative ThinkVantage Technologies. Unlock the Innovation in your ThinkPad notebook Youve purchased the "ultimate business tool," unlock the technology and features of your ThinkPad notebook. With Lenovo Experts Live you have a trusted technical resource to help you setup and configure the technologies on your notebook, answer those "how-to" questions, and help solve any technical challenges that often come up. Lenovo Experts Live provides 24 by 7 by 365 on-demand, U.S. based technical assistance via phone or web-based chat. Act Now and save up to 45% as part of our Introductory Special.

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Laptop or notebook is an object that can perform various types of activities and can simplify your job. Now the laptop is one thing that must be owned by any person as a result of technological development is so rapid in todays modern era. If your laptop or notebook that you have felt so heavy and slow, you will be upset right? Therefore now I will give you Tips and Tricks on How to Speed Up laptop Performance:

Notice Visual Graphics

Your laptop graphic visual effects are often burdensome performance of your laptop computer. Therefore you must choose between the importance of visual graphics / display of your computer or more concerned with the quality and performance of your laptop or notebook. How do? Follow these steps:
Right-click the My Computer icon -> Right Click -> Properties -> (Tab) Advance -> (Performance -> Settings) -> Visual Effects

Well there it is concerned with the choice between picture quality or performance of a laptop, you just choose your priority. Or you can choose their own custom menu, just check / uncheck your choices according to your needs and requirements.

Avoid programs that Not Useful

Often you only install the program to meet the contents of your laptop or notebook. Though more and more programs on your laptop then disk will be more full. And the more the contents of the hard drive is used up then your laptop will run slower as well. Therefore, I suggest you to:

- Uninstall programs that are not useful
Heres how: Control Panel -> Add or Remove Programs
Now there will be seen where the programs you frequently use and which ones do not. Should the programs that you rarely use it on just delete from your laptop.

- Perform Disk Cleanup
Disk Cleanup This will clean up old files that are no longer needed so it can save your disk space.
Heres how: My Computer -> C: (according to the hard drive that you want to clean) -> Right Click -> Properties -> Disk Cleanup

- Defragment hard drive Periodic
It can also defragment the hard drive clean of data that is not useful. So if you do defragment the hard drive will increase the free space your hard disk storage. Follow these steps:
My Computer -> C: (according to the hard drive that you want to clean) -> Right Click -> Properties -> (tab) Tools -> Defragment Now

 tweaking with software

Many software are available which can improve the performance of your laptop. Among Tune Up Utilities, CCleaner, RegCleaner and much more. Tools-tools can also clean your registry from the mistakes / Error. You can search the software - the software on google.

Optimize Virtual Memory

Follow these steps:
My Computer -> Right Click -> Properties -> (Tab) Advance -> (Performance -> Settings) -> Advanced -> (Virtual Memory -> Change)
Well there is a part of the custom size according to your content there is in Reccomended

Turn off some features that are not useful Start Up

Follow these steps:

•  Start Menu -> RUN -> Enter msconfig -> OK / Enter -> Select the Start Up menu>> Remove all the check in the Start-up except Anti virus program
•  Click the service menu -> Uncheck the Automatic Updates
•  After that, press Apply and OK

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laptop that can survive up to 19 hours

Dell recently released the most new laptop series, Latitude series laptops row. What makes it different from other Dell laptop product? Dell latest product is claimed to be the lightest ultramobile laptops and most durable. Not only 6 hours or 8 hours of this laptop can last, but up to 19 hours ...

One of the winning this time Dell Latitude E6400 is that can last for 10 hours using a 9-cell battery, and was coupled with extended battery which is located at the back of the laptop to be more energy mensupplai to 9 hours. Latitude is the latest series will definitely spoil your whole day without the need to charge the battery in the middle of your activities with this laptop.

Senior Vice President and General Manager, Jeff Clarke explained that it is developing a technology that can optimize the energy in the battery so the laptop can last longer. Dell developed the technology include assembly of components on the laptop so that at each component only requires less energy from the battery. Teknologi ini kemungkinan besar juga akan dipakai pada seri Latitude lain, bahkan mungkin akan dipakai untuk seri Inspiron juga.

Dell Latitude E6400 will be released with a screen 14.1 "spurred by the Intel Core 2 Duo inside. Not only that, this energy-efficient laptop also equipped with 8GB of RAM and 250GB hard drive. Dell will membandrol E6400 at 1139 USD price range and will operate with Windows Vista, Dell also provides a downgrade option to Windows XP.
Does not stop there, Dell has also designed a new AC adapter in conjunction with the issuance of this Latitude series, the AC adapter design excellence smaller and can charge the battery more quickly.

Dell also launched a great laptops, such as the Latitude E4200, Dell ultraportable laptop that will be one of the smallest and lightest. With a screen 12.1 "and weighs just 1kg. There are also more Latitude E4300 which helped enliven the new line of Dell Latitude with a screen 13.3 ". Both laptops were planned to be fitted with an Intel Core 2 Duo ultra-low voltage (ULV) with a capacity of between 1.4 GHz and 2.4 GHz. Dell also plans to include the feature "Dell On", a feature that will allow users to perform web browsing, e-mail, etc. without having to go into the operating system first.

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Samsung N150 Specification:

Intel Atom N450

LED Backlit

10.1" Screen Size  Graphics  128MB Shared

Intel GMA3150 (Internal) Graphic Processor

1 GB DDR2 System Memory

160 GB Hard Drive Capacity

0.3 Megapixel Integrated Camera

802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN

I/O Ports : Headphone, Mic-in, 3-in-1 (SD, SDHC, MMC) Multi-Card Slot, 3 USB 2.0 VGA

83-Key Keyboard

Touch Pad

Power  : 40 W Typical Power Usage

6-Cell Lithium Ion

Dimensions  : 10.4 x 0.97 ~ 1.37" x7.4"

Weight  : 2.73 lbs With Standard Battery

The Samsung N150 netbook is a 10-inch netbook available via standard retail sores and also offered from Verizon Wireless with a built-in Verizon wireless card for broadband access to the internet anywhere the Verizon network has coverage.

The N150 features a 10-inch LED-backlit display with 1024x600 resolution, an Intel Atom N450 processor, 1GB of system memory and a 160GB hard drive for storing your important business files or your personal music library.

The Samsung N150 is a low-performance netbook with an extremely low price from Verizon.

Pros

Good battery life

Low cost with Verizon 3G service

Cons

Difficult to upgrade

Weak performance

Low-resolution screen

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The T61p is the first widescreen ThinkPad mobile workstation, and the latest high-end offering from Lenovo. It comes with almost every feature a demanding business user could want, and is starting at a very reasonable price point below 1400 for the 14.1” model. This model has also gone under a number of changes from the previous generation, and in this ThinkPad T61p review you will find out how it stacks up.

Buying Choices for the Lenovo ThinkPad T61p Best Buy for Business | $2,917.99 83.8% of people recommend this product - view 37 opinions | rate product

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The ThinkPad T61p comes in two sizes, one being 14.1” and the model being reviewed at 15.4”. The key difference between both these lines, besides screen size, is the memory size of the NVIDIA Quadro FX 570M video card included with the system. You receive a 128MB card in the smaller 14.1” model, and double the memory at 256MB in the 15.4” model. The processor selection is the same, spanning from the Intel T7100 to T7700, memory from 1GB to 4GB, and hard drives from 60GB to 160GB in 5400 or 7200rpm flavors. Other options include a fingerprint reader, Bluetooth, Intel Turbo Memory, N-wireless, and an extended battery version.

The following are the features of the 15.4” T61p being reviewed:

• Screen: 15.4-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) TFT Display,175 NIT, 500:1 Contrast
• Processor: 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7700 (4MB L2 Cache,800MHz FSB)
• Hard Drive: 100 GB hard drive (Seagate 7200.1 7200RPM)
• Memory: 2GB x 1 RAM (PC5300, 667 MHz, DDR2 SDRAM) 4GB max memory
• Optical Drive: DVD+-R Double layer / DVD+-RW Drive
• External Ports and Slots: Three USB 2.0, Firewire 400, one ExpressCard slot, one SmartCard Reader, one VGA, one 4-in-1 card reader, headphone / line-out, microphone-in, modem, 1Gb Ethernet
• Wireless: WiFi (Intel 4965AGN 802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth 2.0 w/ EDR
• Graphics: NVIDIA Quadro FX 570M (256MB)
• Operating System: Windows Vista Ultimate
• 9-cell Li-Ion battery (10.8V, 7.8AH)
• Dimensions: (WxDxH): 14.1" x 10.0" x 1.2–1.4"; 358.4mm x 255mm x 29.8–34.5mm
• Weight: 6.77 pounds (w/ 9 cell battery, 5.67lbs w/o)

Link to detailed specs for T61p

Build and Design

I’ll have to admit, as a current owner of a ThinkPad T60, I was quite eager to see what had been updated and changed with the T61. The items that gained the most attention out of the box were system operating temperatures, as well as the new LCD cover construction. Lenovo had advertised both items on how they were improved across the board, and I wanted to see just how much.

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Starting off with cooling system changes, I turned on the laptop and opened up tpfancontrol to watch the internal temperatures. CPU temps were very similar, but compared to my T60, GPU temps were 15-20C lower at idle! Obviously something changed under the hood of the laptop besides the wider heatsink grills. To take a closer look, I removed the keyboard from both machines, and compared the heatsinks side by side. The fan structure and CPU pad are quite similar, but the GPU/Northbridge side changed quite a bit.

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Key parts changed:

1. Larger heat absorption block above the GPU chip
   
   
2. Thermal pad connecting GPU heatsink to keyboard base structure as additional passive heatsink.
   
   
3. Redesigned plate that rests above GPU/Northbridge

All these changes account for the dramatically lower GPU temps at idle, even with the higher-end GPU that T61p has in comparison to the T60. Below are some figures clearly showing the differences in temperatures across the board.

When the GPU was put under load, the playing field evened out. Both laptops have roughly the same size heatsink/fan meaning they will dissipate energy just at roughly the same speed. Both laptops had GPU temps peaked around the 80-81C range, with the T61p slightly higher (though its a much better card than the old X1400 in my T60). Another aspect some might notice is how quiet the new T61 series is under load. At first I was thinking it was a new fan design, but playing with tpfancontrol I noticed you only have 3 fan speeds instead of 7 on the T60. It is quieter under high load because the fan is limited to ~3300rpm, whereas the T60 can go upwards of ~4300rpm. Less noise yes, but also less peak airflow. Speeds 1-3 are roughly the same noise level, but the T61 (with its newer heatsink design) spends more time without the fans on at all.

The LCD cover was also changed on the T61, going from the stamped magnesium piece, to plastic. I am happy to say that not only is the plastic lid just as sturdy, but it has much less flex than the older cover. New on this model was an internal magnesium framework behind the screen for support, and this has obviously helped out a lot. With the old design, although it protected the screen just fine, you could still flex it in if you pressed hard enough with your thumb. On the new design, the internal framework supports the lid completely, preventing almost all flex.

For those curious about items that didn’t change, the AC adapter, battery, and keyboard are the exact same parts found on the previous 15” T60 and Z60m/Z61m. Keyboard is tried and true, and you don’t have to worry about replacing your spare power cords, batteries, or even the docking station.

Performance and Benchmarks

With the broad range of Core 2 Duo processors available, combined with the NVIDIA Quadro FX 570M graphics, the T61p doesn’t fall short on performance. Even with its being targeted towards business applications, it has more than enough raw power for the latest games. Another fun fact for those curious about the video ram configuration, you will be happy to know this laptop has GDDR3 modules, Hynix hy5rs123235b to be exact. To keep system lag to a minimum, this particular configuration also had a 7200rpm Seagate hard drive. The following benchmarks are a testament to this business laptop’s shear power.

Screen

The WUXGA high resolution screen that comes standard on the 15.4” T61p has a very good contrast, and plenty of backlighting. I found the screen to be very easy to read in bright rooms and even outside. Direct sunlight does wash out the screen, but short of a perfect reflection off the screen it is quite readable outside. On higher backlight settings some mild backlight bleed was visible on a completely black screen. Viewing angles I felt were lacking, as colors washed out with vertical movement up or down. Horizontal angles were better, with little color distortion as you moved towards a steeper angle. Those who are worried about the off center screen causing viewing problems; I didn’t notice it once I started concentrating on what was on the screen. If that type of thing bugged you, the matte black finish, squared edges, and industrial looks would have turned you off well before that wider bexel on one edge. Overall the screen was fine for normal use sitting in front of the laptop, but deep down inside I wish some screen manufacturer offered a Flexview screen in this format.

One problem that wasn’t directly related to the screen itself was my eyes viewing the extremely fine resolution. This is a more personal preference than anything, and I would highly suggest that you find a 15” WUXGA screen to play with in person before you make the purchase. My preference is the lower SXGA+ (1400x1050), or SWXGA+ (1680x1050) resolution range for the 15” screen size for ease of viewing.

Keyboard, Touchpad, and Fingerprint reader

The keyboard hasn’t changed much, in fact it is the identical part number to the one found on the older T60. This is great news for those hoping that the trusted layout and feel stayed the same into the new model. Same goes for the touchpad and fingerprint sensor. With many keyboard reviews, you generally see that particular model being compared against the “ThinkPad Keyboard” and this really holds true. You can type comfortably for hours at this keyboard as if it was your desktop in front of you. The support under the keyboard is very sturdy, with absolutely no flex anywhere.

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The touchpad while being on the small side compared to versions found on other laptops is still easy to operate. The semi-rough texture I find to be preferable to polished feel for better control, and it seems to hold up longer to oils on your finger without getting too slick. The Trackpoint hasn’t changed much over the years, and gives the same feel as it always has. The buttons for both the touchpad and trackpoint give a nice solid clunk when pressed, never needing to be forced to register the click. The fingerprint reader works great, although in general they take a while to get used to the swiping motion. If you have never used one before, it may be a few days before you get the single stroke login down pat.

Input and Output Ports

Front and center you find the firewire 400 connector, master wireless on/off switch, and 4 in 1 card reader:

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Left Side we see the VGA port, modem, LAN, microphone/speaker, USB, and Smartcard/PC Card slot:

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On the Right side we have the SATA HD Bay, Optical Drive Bay, USB Ports, and Kensington lock slot:

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The rear side has the battery, and AC connector:

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Audio and Speakers

The onboard audio on the T61p is more than adequate for mild entertainment while traveling, or listening to music in a smaller room. Don’t expect much in terms of bass and midrange from the speakers, and you won’t be disappointed. They provide more than enough volume for most tasks, but don’t compare to the speakers found on some of the media center laptops. The external headphone/speaker jack gave clear and hiss free sound, and had plenty of power to drive a larger set of headphones.

Networking

The T61p comes with Intel gigabit wired networking, as well as your choice of 3 wireless card offerings and a Bluetooth option. This configuration had the Intel 4965AGN card, but an Atheros based 11a/b/g card, as well as the Intel 3945ABG were also options. I had no problems connecting onto networks promptly, and configuration was easily controlled through Windows Vista. I had no problems connecting with “Very Good” signal strength anywhere around my 2500 sq ft brick house, with the Linksys WRT54g located in a central point. The Bluetooth transceiver was plug n play with all accessories I had laying around, although a few items were strict about using the MS Bluetooth stack or the Widcomm stack.

Heat and Noise

The T61p managed heat much better than the older T60 under normal use. In situations where the CPU and/or GPU would be close to an idle state, heat was dispersed passively through the chassis and keyboard with the fan turning on in small intervals. Under heavier loads the fans would come on more, but heat would still stay in acceptable ranges. Fan noise was minimal, with the 7200rpm drive almost always louder. Specific idle and load temperatures are listed in the “Build and Design” section above.

Battery

Off the grid users would be strongly recommended to look into the 9 cell battery for the T61p. With its beefier configuration, it has a tendency to suck down power at a greater rate compared the standard T61 or T60. While my old 15” t60 w/ t7400, x1400, 2gb, and 120gb 7200.2 can string out more than 5 hours on the 9 cell, the T61p comes in below 4 hours running in balanced mode with 50% backlight. It hit 5% on the battery gauge after running for 3 hours and 33 minutes.

Conclusion

Buying Choices for the Lenovo ThinkPad T61p Best Buy for Business | $2,917.99 83.8% of people recommend this product - view 37 opinions | rate product

Starting at around 1500 for the 15.4” version, the ThinkPad T61p is a great value. With many configurations possible depending on processor speed, ram, hard drive size, operating system, security features, and battery sizes you are bound to find a setup perfect for your needs. This machine offers high performance for both business and leisure (gaming) uses, without sacrificing any of the build quality of previous ThinkPad models. Platform updates from the T60 series seem to all be for the better, with other trusted components staying the same. Overall I find the T61p to be an excellent choice for almost any situation given its midrange price point.

( From http://www.notebookreview.com )

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