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- First reviewJune 21, 2010
- Last reviewSeptember 26, 2016
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- First review commentAugust 23, 2010
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Access digital work tools with this Dell Inspiron laptop. The 17.3-inch screen lets you maximize documents for personal viewing comfort, and the full keyboard includes a 10-key pad to make data entry easier. This Dell Inspiron laptop comes with a touch screen for added navigation options and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics that let you move from work to gaming.
Customer Rating
4
Wow
on September 26, 2016
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
Just got this laptop and it's surprisingly nice. The screen is big and bright and the fit and finish is excellent. The speaker is loud. The best part is it's a x360 laptop. It's lighter than a HP 17" laptop I've gotten before and lighter than the Envy 17". I got this when it went on sale and it's a great bargain. The negatives so far are the ports... one USB2 and one USB3 port. You would think for a big laptop would have more ports. On the really positive side is that you can swap the internals such as the HDD, RAM and the Wifi card and it's not difficult to open.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Insignia™ Flex Tablet: Get work done and stay entertained wherever you go with this Flex tablet. You can navigate features using the 11.6" touch screen, which offers a realistic 1920 x 1080 picture, or connect the included hinged keyboard for use as a laptop. Plus, snap photos and video chat with loved ones using the 5.0MP rear-facing and 2.0MP front-facing cameras.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
After reading all the reviews both and negative I went ahead and got one. I have three other tablets (HP/Dell/Asus) running Windows and this one is the fastest by far. Love the included keyboard and it's responsive. I bought a 64gb microSD card to alleviate the storage problem as I re-directed where the programs I loaded will reside (to the microSD card) and where the files will go too. Having an 8" and 10.1" tablet this 11.6" is much better on the eyes and touching the screen is much improved due to it's larger screen.
My Best Buy number: 073503109
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With a padded camera compartment and polyester and faux leather materials, this Platinum Metropolitan PT-DSL01MP camera bag offers durable protection for your digital camera on the go. Front and rear compartments provide additional storage.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
I was looking for a replacement camera bag for my Nikon P900 and this one fits perfectly. It's deeper than my previous bag (Lowepro) so now I can place my wallet inside also. The material exudes quality and is made well. The strap has metal clasps instead of plastic plus it free rotating. There's a zippered meshed compartment inside the top cover which I can place extra batteries and memory cards, a slotted compartment in the rear and zippered compartment in the front. I wished the font compartment could open halfway instead of only a third. Case is well padded. This will also do well as a carry-all bag for travel and not just for cameras and it's neutral looking that a guy or gal can use it.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Canon EF-S 15–85mm f/3.5–5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens: This versatile, everyday lens with standard zoom offers a broad focus range for almost any shot. The optical image stabilizer steadies the lens for blur-free handheld photos, and the aspherical lens with UD glass corrects aberrations for sharp, vibrant landscapes and portraits.
Customer Rating
5
Best all around lens for APS-C Canon camera
on January 31, 2016
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
Got this lens for the Canon 70D and it's worth every penny. It's a bit hefty and the built quality shows. Focusing is fast and quiet. The pictures are tact sharp. I highly recommend this lens for everyday picture taking from wide to semi tele range.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
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Pair this Microsoft Designer 7N5-00001 mouse with your compatible laptop or tablet using Bluetooth 4.0 technology and enjoy efficient tracking on most surfaces. The plug-and-play design simplifies setup, so you can work where you're most comfortable.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
I bought this for my HP Spectre x360 because it looked sleek to match. This mouse is flat and will not contour to your palm like other bluetooth mice I own. I have one bluetooth mouse per laptop and this one is unique. At least this one will fit in your pocket on the go without any bulges showing.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
First time I bought a Toshiba and the first impression wasn't good. The first one I got had a red hot pixel and I was debating to return it or get a replacement, I got a replacement and so far so good. I choose the Pentium instead of the Celeron for it's faster speed. It's now upgrading to Windows 10 so I'll add programs after completion. This 2 in 1 will be used for travel, internet and storing pictures/videos. This notebook is solidly built with no flexing of the lid or keyboard. There are no gaps where the top and bottom meet. Affordable and light weight, what else can you ask for, got this on sale for $329
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Sabrent PCI-802N Wireless PCI 802.11n Adapter gives you the flexibility to position your Desktop PC or MAC where you want, without the cost or inconvenience of running network cables. Maximize data transfer speeds of up to 300 Mbps from the greatest distance using the included dual-band articulate dipole antennas. Simply install the PCI card into an available PCI slot, and connect to an available Wireless Network. (Reverse compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b)
Customer Rating
5
Great addition to your desktop
on August 26, 2014
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
After my son's desktop PCI wireless card died I had to find a replacement. BestBuy had this item for cheap and though I had to wait for it to be delivered and picked up at the store it was worth the wait. Installation was a breeze and Windows 8.1 Pro automatically installed the drivers. I do recommend downloading the Sabrent program in which you can tweak the card further. It came with a mini-cd installation disc but I prefer downloading updated programs directly from the manufacturer.
What's great about it: Price, ease of installation
What's not so great: none so far
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Performance
5
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This Samsung 840 EVO MZ-7TE250BW 250GB internal solid state drive features data transfer rates up to 6 Gbps for speedy response when updating files and a Serial ATA III interface, which allows simple installation in your PC, Mac or Linux laptop.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
BB has this item with the same pricing from Amazon. I couldn't wait for delivery so I ordered it online and picked it up in the store. I bought two of these separately, one to replace a laptop OS with Windows 8.1 Pro but I kept the original Windows 7 for backup purposes. The other SSD was a replacement for a desktop because the HDD was failing and that one still had Windows Vista in it. Both Windows 8.1 Pro SSD installation loaded without a hitch. Compared to regular a HDD it really does load much faster averaging 15-20 seconds. I could've bought the Samsung Evo Pro version which is supposedly faster and costs more but this one suffices. If you are heavily onto photo, music or video manipulation I would recommend the Pro version. I also own a Plextor and Crucial SSD and the older Samsung 830 series SSDs on my other laptops (I have a total of 7 laptops) and I also use a Seagate hybrid drive because of the larger capacity and much cheaper than a true SSD. Overall I'm happy with my purchase. The system runs cooler, faster, and adds a bit more battery life on the laptops, around 20 minutes. The prices of SSDs are dropping and are becoming more affordable and with BB prices it can't be beat. Don't be fooled when the laptop's fan comes on often because it's mainly cooling the CPU and not necessarily the SSD.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
What's great about it: Speed, price, availability
What's not so great: nothing yet so far
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Performance
5
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Snap frame-worthy photos with this circular polarizer that is compatible with most digital cameras with a 72mm lens and removes reflections from nonmetallic surfaces such as glass and water.
Customer Rating
3
Good addition to your photographic needs
on February 21, 2014
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
Verified Purchase:Yes
Got this polarizer and I noticed the coating has some streak aberration. I attempted to clean the glass really well but it's still there. I've own more expensive glass and you do get what you paid for. The aberration doesn't show up in the final image thankfully. Also the polarizing effect is weak meaning it doesn't really darken a sky compared to a more expensive one.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
What's great about it: Price
What's not so great: Glass not top notch
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Performance
3
Ease of Use
3
Durability
3
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Easily store and access your media with this 64GB SanDisk Ultra microSDXC Class 10 memory card that includes a SD/SDHC adapter to provide expanded compatibility options.
Customer Rating
5
Great card to have
on August 9, 2013
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
Verified Purchase:Yes
Got this card for my ASUS Smart Tablet 10.1 and is an excellent addition.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
What's great about it: size, price
What's not so great: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
Capacity
5
Durability
5
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The high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4+ image processor of this Canon PowerShot SX530 HS digital camera combine to form the HS SYSTEM, which helps enhance quality in low-light conditions, so you can capture the shot you want, wherever you are. .
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Picture quality ok
By Riggs
from Utah
Sad you have to spend $5,000 to get a great quality picture. I think some of the pictures on my phone look better than this camera
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Really?
July 18, 2015
You spent $5,000 on this camera? I think you've been had!
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Double the focal length of your existing Canon DSLR camera lens with this Bower 2x DGII SX7DGC teleconverter, which features multicoated optics and 7 elements to preserve image quality.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5great
By LarryZ
from Florida
It would have been great but it didn't fit my camera. it will not fit a EF type camera. I have a T1i camera
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Compatability
July 21, 2015
This is for EF lenses and not EF-S lenses. EF lenses are for Full Frame and APS-C cameras, EF-S lenses are for APS-C cameras only like your T1i. EF-S lenses are not EF camera compatible.
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The high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4+ image processor of this Canon PowerShot SX530 HS digital camera combine to form the HS SYSTEM, which helps enhance quality in low-light conditions, so you can capture the shot you want, wherever you are. .
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Takes nice pictures.
By 1234
This camera takes nice pictures. We bought it on sale, so it was worth the money. My daughter took it camping in Yellowstone and the cold temperature one night depleted the battery. Hoping the battery will continue to hold a charge.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Cold batteries
July 21, 2015
Best to have the battery in the pocket and use it when you're ready to shoot.
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The high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4+ image processor of this Canon PowerShot SX530 HS digital camera combine to form the HS SYSTEM, which helps enhance quality in low-light conditions, so you can capture the shot you want, wherever you are. .
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great camera! Powerful and lots of shooting option
By Hntcs105
Camera images are excellent! Fairly easy to use! Lots of options to address various shooting situations! The Wiz-Fi was easy to set-up and works well. The only thing missing is an optical viewfinder.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Viewfinder
July 21, 2015
A viewfinder will increase the price of the camera. Since it has Wi-Fi you can shoot remotely with your cell phone, there's an app for that.
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Only at Best BuyLenovo Flex 3 11 - 80LX001FUS N2845/5 2-in-1 Laptop: With its 360° hinge, you'll be able to flip this laptop's 11.6" touch screen to switch between laptop, stand, tent and tablet modes. An HDMI output makes it easy to connect to an external display.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Battery Doesn't Work
By Perry
This laptop looks amazing. It does everything a regular laptop can do. The problem, and it's a big big problem, is that it doesn't charge while you use it. It charges while it is closed, but once you unplug it, move it, open it up, and plug it in again, it just dies slowly and it does cut off while plugged in when it hits 0%. Then when you turn it back on, it charges while you use it until you close it and unplug it, then it goes back to counting down until it dies. I have talked to multiple people at lenovo customer support, and they uninstalled and reinstalled my battery driver and the OKO program that comes on the computer. Neither of these worked. It still only charges while closed or after it dies completely. DO NOT BUY THIS COMPUTER.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Kind of contradictory
August 24, 2015
i wonder if you have it on sleep mode. You said it doesn't charge while in use yet when you close it and have it back on it charges.
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Only at Best BuyToshiba Satellite Radius Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: With a high-resolution touch screen and backlit keyboard, you can work and play while you're on the go. Bluetooth 4.1 makes connecting peripherals simple, and the 1TB hard drive delivers plenty of storage space.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5Only for wireless internet
By RonM
This computer was sold as a student special, and I bought this laptop for my son who is a college student. When I got it home I was surprised to find that it had no Ethernet port. I thought that not having one was absolutely bizarre, and at the store I had no idea to check for that. We still do not live in a world of complete wireless connectivity everywhere -- particularly in college dorms where wireless can be notoriously bad. At this point I guess I have to return it. The dorm wireless is not good and I do not want to set up my son with a kluged solution like with a USB/Ethernet adapter that will transfer slower than a computer with an Ethernet connect built into it.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Wireless
August 28, 2015
When I travel and the hotel has only a plug-in internet connection my solution was to buy a cheap small wireless router so everyone could access the net. It's very convenient and people don't have to vie for access.
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Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Nice little 2 in 1
By kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
First time I bought a Toshiba and the first impression wasn't good. The first one I got had a red hot pixel and I was debating to return it or get a replacement, I got a replacement and so far so good. I choose the Pentium instead of the Celeron for it's faster speed. It's now upgrading to Windows 10 so I'll add programs after completion. This 2 in 1 will be used for travel, internet and storing pictures/videos. This notebook is solidly built with no flexing of the lid or keyboard. There are no gaps where the top and bottom meet. Affordable and light weight, what else can you ask for, got this on sale for $329
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Revising rating to 2
September 13, 2015
Had this 2-1 laptop now for almost a week and the performance is getting worst with the keyboard getting unresponsive especially the SHIFT key. Also another anomaly is that when there's a scrolling option the screen is like it's possessed as it scrolls non stop automatically and the keyboard doesn't respond. I've done multiple resets and the problems persists. I have a feeling the keyboard's circuitry is at fault and gets stuck in an endless loop of scrolling. And the mouse's performance also sucks as it sometimes doesn't respond.
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Only at Best BuyToshiba Satellite Radius Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Stunning 4K Ultra HD resolution lets you enjoy movies and games in crisp, vibrant clarity. A 1TB hard drive offers ample space for files, and Wireless-AC connectivity enables speedy Web browsing.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Perfect Windows 10 Laptop
By FrankRI
I read some reviews stating that the wireless adaptor on this laptop had issues This is NOT the truth. I also was not able to connect to my wifi after configuring the settings. After looking into the matter, I found that the pre installed McAfee firewall was responsible for blocking the internet access, so I uninstalled it and installed Norton antivirus. This is an excellent laptop.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
I agree...
September 20, 2015
McAfee sucks and hard to get rid of and don't understand why it's included in the apps. Even after deleting the program it's presence is still in the registry bogging down the system.
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Only at Best BuyHP Spectre x360 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: With a 360° design, this 13.3" touch-screen laptop converts to tablet, tent and platform modes depending on your needs. You can link with other devices via the Bluetooth interface and connect to your HDTV using the HDMI output.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5After 2 weeks of use screen cracked near hinge
By unhappy
We bought what we thought was the best laptop for the money and what she wanted and felt she needed. After only 2 weeks of used she closed the screen put in her backpack and walked to her room, took the computer back out and the screen crack when she opened it back up. Ofcourse best buy and HP is claiming physical damage is not covered but when it is a design flaw, as opening and closing a screen is normal use should be the responsibility of manufacuter. you can see by the picture i attached the broken screen was not caused by a drop but most likly by the hinge or backing while being opened and closed. others have had the same problem. i was told i have to pay over 400 dollars to have this manufacuter defect fixed. never buying another HP if they do not come back and say they will fix even though they have said no already twice.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Could be something else...
November 4, 2015
Could be the placement in the backpack. Was there books or hard objects which could put pressure on the lid? Does the backpack have a dedicated laptop slot with good protection? The picture looks like pressure was applied. I do recommend not to overstuff a backpack.
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Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Nice little 2 in 1
By kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
First time I bought a Toshiba and the first impression wasn't good. The first one I got had a red hot pixel and I was debating to return it or get a replacement, I got a replacement and so far so good. I choose the Pentium instead of the Celeron for it's faster speed. It's now upgrading to Windows 10 so I'll add programs after completion. This 2 in 1 will be used for travel, internet and storing pictures/videos. This notebook is solidly built with no flexing of the lid or keyboard. There are no gaps where the top and bottom meet. Affordable and light weight, what else can you ask for, got this on sale for $329
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Third try's a charm
November 5, 2015
Took another leap and bought this model again but went to another store instead to see if my luck would be better since the original store I bought it from had two duds and probably came from the same batch. I'm happy to say that everything is working great! Replaced the HDD to an SSD and it's much improved and updated it to Windows 10 without problems. The big disappointment for me was the included McAfee app, it's a pain to get rid of and even now sill have remnants of the program in the registry and start up even though I attempted to delete it. It won't even delete in safe mode, quite irritating!
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Access digital work tools with this Dell Inspiron laptop. The 17.3-inch screen lets you maximize documents for personal viewing comfort, and the full keyboard includes a 10-key pad to make data entry easier. This Dell Inspiron laptop comes with a touch screen for added navigation options and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics that let you move from work to gaming.
Can the back cover be opened for upgrades? what is accessible / upgradable? drive? memory?
Yes the back can be opened. It has 12 Philips screws which you undo, then gently nudge the back open (use a credit card as not to scratch the material). Once opened you have access to the HDD, WI-Fi card and RAM and a M.2 memory slot
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Enjoy a strong, stable Wi-Fi connection with the unique antenna on this Lenovo Yoga laptop. It has a 15-inch IPS touch screen with 1920 x 1080 resolution that looks crisp and clear, even when viewed from an angle. This Lenovo Yoga laptop has 8GB of onboard RAM for efficient multitasking and a 360-degree hinge for tablet or laptop use.
I found a deal as below. "SAVE UP TO $150 ON SELECT LENOVO COMPUTERS Plus, college students can save an additional $150" but I don't know how to get this deal with buying this laptop. Also, is the deal only for August?
You have to enroll with BB with an ".edu" email and they'll send you the student discounts. This email is what you use in school.
7 years, 7 months ago
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What to buy
what is a great wireless printer for a future college student ?
Any printer with wifi or Bluetooth option should be good to go. The big question is how much the inks will cost in the long run. If you do print a lot of color or black/white a laser printer would be much cheaper in the long run.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
my dell laptop is having an hinge that looks like it's about to split open...lap is hard to close ...who fix this problem?
If it's still under warranty Dell should fix it for free.
8 years, 5 months ago
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Honolulu, HI
Blu-ray laptop to TV
Can the Sony Vaio VGN-NW270F 's blu-ray player drive, when connected with an hdmi cord to a HD TV, preform just as well as a blu-ray player?
Yes it should have the same performance, bluray is bluray
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
How well is that graphics card?
How well can this laptop take games like Warcraft 3 or company of heroes, and Starcraft 3, also, how good is the graphics card compared to the Inspiron N5040?
This is a Pentium processor so it's not a powerful one to play extensive gaming and besides it only comes with 4gb RAM. You will be seeing lag while gaming.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
How long does it take to charge the battery, before it turns on?
I have been charging it for quite a while now, and all I see is the red light indicating battery charging. I don't see the light for the on off or for the wireless.
It takes 2-3 hrs to charge the battery and it does charge while in use. No light for the wireless but you can see the icon on the desktop if it's active. And this laptop doesn't have backlighting.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
What does Satellite Radius mean?
"Radius" means the laptop is a 2 in 1 which can turn into a tablet when the screen is rotated all the way.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
HDD replaceable
Can I install a solid state drive in place of the 500gb HDD, or is that not upgradeable like the Ram
Yes you can. Unfortunately Microsoft doesn't like it's system cloned so you have to fresh install Windows 8.1 or 10 on the SSD drive.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
HP Stream 8 Tablet: Step up your productivity and keep your workflow at your fingertips on a multitouch display with wide viewing angle. This powerful tablet includes plenty of internal storage and a full-size USB port to simplify moving and storing your files.
How does one get the free T-Mobile monthly 200MB - there's NO SIM in the box!?
This model doesn't have a SIM card slot. The 5901 Stream has the Tmobile option
9 years, 3 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI