Something a little more substantial
Moving to the opposite end of the scale, the new Envy 17 3D is everything that a netbook isn't. Featuring a 17.3in 1,920x1,200px screen, the desktop-replacement can be equipped with a choice of quad-core Intel Core i7 CPUs, an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5850 and up to two terabytes of storage. The Envy 17 will also ship with a pair of HP's active-shutter 3D glasses, enhanced sound courtesy of Beats Audio and the company's Triple Bass Reflex subwoofer and support for ATI Eyefinity Technology. The laptop is expected to launch later this year, with pricing yet to be determined.
For the music-junkie, HP is launching the Envy 14 Beats Edition, designed to give a superlative audio-experience. Developed in collaboration with hip-hop superstar Dr Dre, Beats Audio technology aims to let users experience music the way the artist intended it and each system will include a pair of Beats Solo headphones. The laptop will also include the brand's signature black and red design and logo, as well as custom wallpapers. The Envy 14 Beats Edition should be available immediately starting at $1,249 (£974 including VAT).
Last on the docket is the Pavillion dm3. Available now from $549 (£428 including VAT), the ultraportable 13.3in notebook uses an all-new design to ensure that heat is drawn away from the bottom of the system for maximum comfort. By making use of advanced materials and strategically-placed vents, the dm3 should remain cool and comfortable at all times. Software is also able to detect - based on a built-in accelerometer - where and how the laptop is being used, automatically changing from maximum cooling to maximum performance modes as appropriate.
