HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook Review

HP and Vivienne Tam have once again announced the availability of their brand-new netbook called the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition. Its stunning “Butterfly Lovers” design on pale gold background provides instant glamor, and this cool digital accessory will fit easily in your bag.

At less than one inch thin and starting at just 2.69 pounds this ultra-compact PC is perfect for the modern woman on the go. You’ll enjoy a 16:9 10.1″ diagonal BrightView Infinity display and nearly full-size keyboard (93% of full-size). Enjoy a rich, multimedia experience by streaming video. Built-in wireless LAN brings the web to you at home and in many public spaces.

HP says the golden hued 3-cell battery promises up to 5.5 hours of use per charge, and the integrated webcam will enable users to not only take snapshots and do video chats, but can also serve as an “instant mirror” so users can quickly check their makeup. The unit also features HP’s QuickWeb technology for enabling users to check in with social networking sites, chats, email, and calendars without fully booting into Windows.

HP has also rolled in Beats by Dr. Dre audio software to improve audio output via speakers or headphones; previously the software had only been available on HP’s high-end Envy notebooks. The netbook also comes crammed with a Butterfly Lovers desktop theme – such as custom Vivienne Tam icon, animated butterfly start menu and 3 wallpapers to match the design.

This netbook is rather beefy where specifications are concerned, since it ships with 2GB RAM, a 250GB hard drive, automatic backup software just in case Murphy’s Law strikes and the Windows 7 Premium operating system. Each HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition includes 60 days of live complimentary updates of Norton Internet Security 2010, HP Edition. It guards your PC, your network, your online activities and your identity with innovative, intelligent detection technologies optimized to combat today’s aggressive attacks.

Accessorize with options like a coordinating micro-fiber sleeve to help protect your investment and a coordinating HP Mini Vivienne Tam Edition wireless mouse makes navigating your system even easier.

HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition Key Features

HP Imprint with the Butterfly Lovers design in high-gloss champagne gold
A thin package: it’s only .9″ thick and weighs 2.69
A gold-toned, island-style keyboard that’s 93% of full size
A gold-toned, high-capacity 3-cell battery
A touchpad with click buttons at the bottom
An animated “Butterfly Lovers” start menu, custom icons, and three wallpapers
A protective microfiber sleeve, plus elegant gift box
Simplified daily PC activities with genuine Windows 7 Home Premium
2GB of system memory and a 250GB4 hard drive with options for a 320GB hard drive

HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition Specifications

Operating System : Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit
Display : 10.1″ WSVGA LED Anti-glare Widescreen (1024 x 600) or HD LED HP BrightView Infinity Widescreen (1366 x 768)
Processor : Intel Atom N450(1.66GHz, 512KB)/Intel Atom N470 1.83GHz, 512KB)
Chipset : Mobile Intel NM10 Express chipset
Graphics : Intel GMA 3150 integrated graphics
Memory : 2GB DDR2 Memory (1 Dimm, max 2GB)
Storage : 250GB 7200RPM/320GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive
Wireless Data Network: Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
Input/Output: Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), VGA, 3 x USB 2.0 Ports
Memory card reader:5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader
Theft protection : Computrace LoJack for Laptops
Webcam: HP Mini Webcam
Audio : Beats Audio
Optical Drive : No Optical Drive (optional external optical drive can be connected via one of the USB ports)
3-cell battery (up to 5.5 hours; optional black 6-cell battery for up to 11.1 hours on single charge
Dimensions: 10.55 in (L) x 6.9 in (W) x 0.9-1.11 in (H)
Weight:2.5 lbs
Security: Computrace LoJack for Laptops
Keyboard : HP Color Matching Keyboard 93% full size
Video Accelerator: Broadcom(R) Crystal HD Enhanced Video accelerator with ArcSoft TotalMedia Theatre

Embedded GPS module with HP Navigator software (optional)

With the selection of optional HP un2400 EV-DO/HSPA Mobile Broadband Module, the user has the option to choose either Verizon, AT&T or Sprint – service activation required
HP Navigator provides mapping and GPS functionality in addition to Points of Interest (POI) along the way.

Software Included with HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition

HP Recovery Manager
HP QuickSync software for synching files, photos, and videos with your primary PC when connected to the same network
An HP Cloud Drive for storing files online and securely accessing them from any PC
HP QuickWeb for connecting to the Internet, e-mail, and favorite apps in seconds
Management of multiple Twitter accounts and Facebook pages in one place with Seesmic Social Networking
HP MediaStream
Norton Internet Security 60-day subscription
Microsoft(R) Works 9.0
Microsoft® Office 2007 Home & Student 60-day Trial
Cyberlink DVD Suite (Power2Go) – For Burning recovery media
HP Games Powered by Wild Tangent
Arcsoft Webcam Solution

User Reviews

If you like to mix technology with fashion pay attention to the latest HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition. With more style per ounce, the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition is a must have accessory with superior technology and an eye-catching design. The netbook is priced at about $599.99. That is a lot of coin for a netbook even if you are a “Butterfly Lover.”

Pros

Great keyboard, with easy to use keys. Almost full size
Great battery life

Cons

Keyboard does feel a little chintzy
Buttons integrated to trackpad is less precise
Comes in one color only

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