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I had an HP Pavillion which was, to put it simply, a complete disaster. I swore I'd never buy am HP ever again. In checking out replacements, I looked into some All-In-One's like this one. After careful research (and some trepedation), I decided on this one.
I use the PC as a media server and bedroom TV and it excells at both. As a media server, I get flawless performance streaming music, photos, and video to my DVR's in the living room (DirecTV HR20 and HR21). As an added bonus, however, unlike the similarly outfitted Pavillion, this computer runs DirecTV2PC flawlessly. That means HD Video in my bedroom from my living room DVRs. The DVD/BD player is great, and I love the discrete slot loading mechinism behind the screen. Also, one cable (power) coming from the back beats the usual rats nest of cables around most PCs!
The PC's preformance is lightning quick and I can use Vista as soon as it boots up (no more waiting 10 minutes after boot-up before I can do anything!).
The touchscreen is very responsive and hyper accurate. The HP Touchsmart software is great, but I can use Vista without a mouse with this as well. I can even launch from the quick launch bar with my finger!
The screen is big, bright, and really pretty to look at. The ambient light for the keyboard is customizable and really pretty.
All in all, for TV, media, games, and even some work, this is the best computer out there and well worth the money!
P.S. At 54 pounds, Amazon still delivered for free!!!
Feature
- Intel Core 2 Duo Processor P7350, NVIDIA GeForce 9600 M GS HD graphics module with 512MB dedicated video memory
- 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 SDRAM memory (2x2048MB for ultimate performance) (expandable to 8GB if original memory removed and replaced 2 x 4GB in 2 slots)
- 750GB (7200 RPM) hard drive stores up to 161,000 songs or 129,000 photos.
- Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit edition
- Touch-enabled 25.5 inch diagonal widescreen BrightView LCD with tilt adjustment (1920 x 1200)
Product Description
The next-generation, touch-enabled PC combines a 25.5" diagonal hi-def widescreen with a powerful energy efficient Intel Core 2 Duo processor in a single, integrated design. Touch-screen technology puts your digital life at your fingertips with fast, easy access to info, entertainment and social networks. Next-generation HP TouchSmart software simplifies access to photos, videos, music and applications. Quick and easy touch access to your digital world. Includes HP TouchSmart software, webcam, media card reader, and premium speakers for fast, easy access to photos, videos, music and applications. HP wireless keyboard, HP wireless optical mouse, power cord, Cyberlink DVD Suite Deluxe software, Microsoft Works 9, Adobe Reader 8 and Norton Internet Security 2009 with 60 days of complimentary live updates.
Beware of bad harddrives - E. Parkhurst - CA, USA
We bought this system last year, and while we like the clean lines and absence of the PC tower, the computer would lock up frequently, then one day the hard drive crashed. Very frustrating, as we had previously owned 2 Dells, back to back for the past 12 years with no problems.
Our IT department at work had also purchased one last year and the hard drive crashed within a week of purchase.
So beware - when it runs, it runs great. Otherwise, its a headache...
HP TouchSmart - Great Media PC - J. L. Smith - New York City
I love this PC. I first test drove it in BestBuy, but they did not have the 25.5" (Model# IQ846) screen in stock. This machine is great for media like video, webcam and music. The PC is user-friendly and the screen is stunning. Just so you know, the machine is heavy and you should back up your harddrive as the technology is new and can be quirky. Great for a family room.
