Reviews (3)

bulky, but protective
Very protective. I feel better knowing that it's in this case.<br /><br />BUT<br /><br />it's bulky. it was mistaken as a tape player when it was clipped to my belt. Very annoying, having to pull the velcro on each side off to get to the controls.<br /><br />overall, im satisfied with this case, but there has to something better out there.

Sleek no more
i just put my new ipod in this thing. my once sleek , cool looking mp3 player is now this big fat chunky thing in my pocket. i don't think belkin quite got the idea here. it attaches to the ipod with a plastic suction cup. that's laughable. it got two stars cause instead of one cause it does protect the ipod. i sure wish someone would make one that maintains the "sleek" though.

pretty good
When i first got my ipod, i didnt think i would really need a case until I saw how fragile it was. so i came on amazon and bought this case. it is good. i would give it 5 starts if you could use the ipod buttons while its in the case, but tahts not a real problem for me ... Read more

Product Description

Toshiba Consumer (TV/DVD/etc) (20AF44) 20" Flat TV ... Read more

Features

• ColorStream component-video input offers optimal connection from a compatible DVD player or satellite receiver
• Front A/V input accommodates camcorder or gaming console; headphone jack affords private listening
• Stereo reception with SAP, double-baffle speaker system; StableSound evens the audio from TV programs
• 20-inch CRT set with standard 4:3 aspect ratio and high-contrast, low-distortion FST PURE flat tube; about 24 x 18 x 19 inches (W x H x D)
• 3-line digital comb filter enhances color clarity

Reviews (11)

Velocity Scan Modulation ruins this TV
I reviewed the Toshiba 24AF44 with the same problem, however the 20AF44 was so bad it was impossible to watch. It is even worse playing back DVDs.
Velocity Modulation (VM), sometimes called VCM, makes the picture sharper but also causes some distortion on vertical lines, especially with a white background. Most brands offer a way to reduce the VM or turn it off completely (Panasonic and SONY for instance) but for some odd reason Toshiba does not offer the choice.
I found the colors to be very vivid and the sound quality to be quite good. The set is also good looking except for the exposed front inputs which mar the look of the front end of the TV.
However, the VM ruins the TV. I am returning it for a Panasonic CT-20SL14, which does not have VM. I personally think VM is a bad addition to any TV and unnecessary. If you are interested in a SONY, their 20 inch Wega offers a way to reduce VM or turn it off completely.
If Toshiba offered this in their TVs I think they would rate the highest because of the good color saturation, fine audio quality, and attractive case.
Unfortunately for now I would recommend avoiding all Toshiba TVs until the VM can be adjusted or turned off.

Horrendous Picture
I bought this television and noticed from the first day that the colors tended to bleed into one another to the extent that it was a constant distraction.It also did a bad job with tiny details such as the weaves on a coat or any striped pattern, which always appeared blurry. Anyway I sold it and got a 20 inch Sony which I'm quite happy with.Avoid this one at all costs.

Annoying color flicker when watching DVDs
I did a lot of research for the new TV I was getting ready to buy. I read the issues of Consumer Reports magazine where they reviewed televisions. I also read a lot of reviews and articles on the internet. I then went to stores to view the picture quality of the TVs I was thinking about buying. It came down between this Toshiba 20" TV and the Sony 20" TV (KV-20FS120). The Sony was about $50-$70 more expensive, so I went with the Toshiba.

The TV picture quality was okay, but when I started watching DVDs I kept noticing this color flicker on vertical lines. Many thin, vertical lines (like on the edges of doors or windows, thin trees, etc.) had this green and pink color flicker. I played the DVDs to others and they saw these color flickers right away without me having to point out where it was to them. I wasn't sure if it was my DVD player, so I played the DVDs in other places and didn't get this problem.

So I returned the Toshiba TV and bought the Sony. Not only does the Sony not have these color flickers when watching DVDs, but I feel the Sony has an overall better picture quality and I am totally happy with it.

Toshiba Delivers !!
I bought this over buying a Sylvania which was awful, as soonas I turned it on the picture was sharp and clear colors sharp, and clean. the sound is perfect, in fact I leave this TV on everynight and so far (since Xmas 2004) it has no buzzing or problems. The upper Digital channels from my IO Digital cable provider are sharper than ever!! I was going to buy a Sony, but Toshiba has always been a good product, and reliable
Here is a little trick i learned selling TV's when you purchae a new set leave it on a few days non-stop ( yes I said non-stop! )
this will surely test the set, if there are any flaws they will happen right away, then you can bring it back within your warranty with the store. They will never tell you this at a retail chain!
Anyway I highly recommend the 20AF44 Toshiba, make sure you use Monster S-Video or Componet Video Cables when hooking up DVD and Cable Box for best picture qulaity!

Met my expectations....
After looking through several choices for a tv that would work in a smaller room or bedroom I chose this one. Compared to the other tv's at this size (20") it has features that few others do. I noticed a lot of complaints about text being fuzzy or "off" and the tv having "warm" red colors. I've had the tv for several months now and i never noticed these complaints. Maybe i'am not as critical as others are, but for $160 I feel like I got a deal.

One other note I would like to mention:
I believe I ordered from a site that went through amazon.com (used and new section), I did not bother them about it but when i recieved the tv I noticed a small, almost unnoticeable dent in the top middle. I believe it was made by the shipping company but it looks like a lot of weight went into making it because the plastic is hard. Not enough for me to send it back although I wondered how i got it so cheap... ... Read more

Product Description

The Toshiba 32A43 is a 32-inch TV with 750 lines of resolution and ColorStream Component Video Input. ColorStream Component Video Inputs allow the base broadcast signals to be displayed individually without being processed, which results in better picture quality and stunning color reproduction. 3-Line Digital Comb Filter separates the overlapping Y (brightness) and C (color) broadcast signals, which prevents color smudging and vibrating edges, and ensures sharp detail. Black Level Expander increases the black threshold level of an incoming video signal, which improves the overall picture contrast and makes images appear sharper and more three-dimensional. Picture Preference allows you to select a preset custom picture setting affecting contrast, brightness, and sharpness, which maximizes the appearance of the video or television content you are watching. ... Read more

Features

• Stereo reception with SAP, 5 watts per channel, and double-baffle speaker system
• 32-inch CRT set with FST Black picture tube; 34 x 27.5 x 21.125 inches (W x H x D)
• 3-line digital comb filter and Vertical Contour Correction enhance color clarity
• ColorStream component-video input offers optimal connection from a compatible DVD player or satellite receiver
• Front AV input accommodates camcorder or gaming console

Reviews (11)

Big Boy works good
I picked it up when my last TV started aging a bit. I didn't wish to spend the extra $$ for a flat panal screen and went with the older technology of this beast. Let me tell you it works plenty good. Sharp picture, saturated color, and plenty loud enough for any room . The drawback is its size. extremely big and heavy. My entertainment center shelves hold 250 lbs. so it wasn't a big concern as for weight and depth. My wife and I barely got it into position, but it's there and there to stay hopefully for the next 10 years. I use it with my Sony driven 700-watt 5.1 system and it really delivers fine. I actually purchased the 36 in. version for a few dollars more so it was even heavier than this behemouth. Toshiba quality makes this a good purchase.

Outstanding value, outstanding TV
I bought this TV to replace an 8-year old Sony XBR (orig price of $1500).This is the first non-Sony, larger than 20", TV that I have owned.I've never been a big fan of Sony audio components, but I have always liked their video products very much (thus my past brand-loyalty).

When my XBR started going out, I faced either taking it in for an estimate, or purchasing a new TV.Given the typical more and better toys logic, I immediately thought "ah, here's my excuse for HDTV".However, I just could not justify the price of a flat screen given the still-outrageous prices.Not wanting to lock myself into a non-flat panel HDTV, I decided to shop for an economical TV to "bridge" to an HDTV flat panel in 2-3 years when prices will most likely be more reasonable.

I surveyed the available 32" CRT's (my current entertainment system won't hold a larger TV :( ) and did the cursory review of Consumer Reports latest ratings.Initially, I was still a Sony shopper.However, given the reviews here, the Consumer Reports data, and the fact that I found this TV on sale for $340, I decided to give it a try.

My impressions?This is an outstanding TV at and outstanding price.It outperforms any of my prior TV's, even the $1500 XBR.In some ways this is not surprising since technology has advanced in the 8 years since I purchased my prior TV.But the improvement is two-fold, greater performance and much lower price.

Out-of-the-box, the TV looked good but still suffered from typical manufacturer's "cranked up" settings.I pulled out Video Essentials and started to work.There are really very few problems with this set other than, as one other reviewer mentioned, the TV doesn't have great ability to hold the black level constant.However, this is a minor concern.Once all adjustments were completed, the picture is steallar.Far better than any other TV I've ever owned.I have no idea how it compares to other manufacturers' TV, but I really don't see how any TV could be significantly better than this one.

As an aside note, my final settings via Video Essentials differ significantly from another posters here - showing not all TV's are identical.Mine were : Contrast 43, Brightness 34, Sharpness 28, Color 45, Tint 18, and Color Temp Medium.

I'm sure even the most demanding purchaser will be happy with this TV's performance.However, to get the most out of it, you really should put it through Video Essentials.If you don't have a copy, get one.You'll be able to use it on all future TV purchases, along with using it to fine tune and verify your audio system.

Exceptional Picture and Value....
I also can't say enough about this tv..I was in the market
for a flat screen HD TV ready 32" or higher and looked and
did the research and waited and didn't rush.I had gone to
the stores and compared pictures and I always went back to this
Toshiba, its even got a screen that is pretty close to flat and bought it and I love this set and I saved hundreds
of dollars if I went to HD TV ready.Great Picture and value
for those looking for a reasonably priced TV with great credentials. It also ConsumerReports #1 rated 32" Conventional tv for the money
even listed slightly better than the more than twice as expensive Sony FD trinitron Wega V310 at over $900.00.

great picture tv for a reasonable price
This 32" is a great tv for the price. Since we don't have digital cable we don't need a digital tv and the plasmas tvs are too expensive for us. So after comparing the reviews on amazon and at the store, we decided to get this tv. So far so good though it is on the heavy side so hopefully it will stay in one spot. The colors and sharpness are great! We are happy with it so hope it lasts!!!

Awesome 32" for the price.
Since the other reviews here already mention this TV's features etc. Ill just get right to it,I saw this TV in Consmuer reports as the highest rated 32" model among the many models tested,also Toshiba has one of the best repair history records according to Consumer reports , afer looking around I found it at Bestbuy.com on sale for $407 (as of 02/3/04), I'm really picky with picture quality (maybe a bit to much? =) but this TV has a really nice picture ,in fact it comes very close in picture quality to our $700 Flatscreen 27" Wega ,Also the sound quality is much better on the Toshiba, my only (minor) complaint would be the 'Black Retention' is a slightly weak (a tv's ability to maintain black in dark scenes without it looking 'grey') turning down the brightness helped this a lot but still not quite on par with the Wega,The factory picture presets on the Toshiba are badly set in my opinion ,After running the Video Essentials DVD I noticed this TV has very good Convergence and only a slight Geometry issue in the bottom left corner(picture "sags" down a bit) ,After running through the video test patterns on the dvd I ended up with the following settings: Contrast 53,Brightness 43,Sharpness 58, Color 48, Tint 0 ,Color Temperature: Medium, This may not be the 'perfect' settings for you but im 99% sure it'l look a lot better than any of the factory preset settings (Movie/Standard/Sports). With these settings watching Cable,playing Xbox or watching DVD's all look great.

The remote control is nice ,very similar to a Sony's remote layout,I was able to easily program it to operate my DVD player, VCR and Cable box.

For the money you really cant go wrong,Excellent TV overall,Also worth noting is even tho its not a Flatscreen it still looks flatter than most conventional 32" TV's I've seen. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Ideal for CPU intensive programs, the Toshibe Satellite A75-S231 features a hyper-threaded Intel Pentium 538 processor, which offers a blazing fast 3.33 GHz clock speed. You also get Toshiba's DVD Super-Multi drive, which offers compatibility for both DVD+ and DVD- disc formats. It features a 15.4-inch TruBrite screen, offering high brightness, high contrast, wide viewing angle. It also is loaded with hyper-threaded Intel Pentium 4 532 processor, 512 MB of installed RAM, 100 GB hard drive, and integrated 54g wireless LAN. It's perfect for digital media enthusiasts, young adults, and families.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: The spacious 100 GB hard drive (4200 RPM) offers more than enough storage for both your work and home files as well as a multimedia library.
• Processor: The Intel Pentium 4 538 processor features a fast 3.33 GHz speed. It also offers Hyper-Threading technology, which allows a single CPU system to behave in some aspects like a dual-CPU system. This results in more efficient software performance (such as faster reaction times in gaming applications) and enhanced multitasking. It is well suited for professional-quality image, audio, and video editing. It also has A 1 MB L2 cache and an 533 MHz front-side bus (FSB).
• Memory: The 512 MB of built-in memory (1 DIMM, PC-2700 DDR333) is a good start for power users. It can be expanded to a toal of 1.5 GB.
• CD/DVD Drive: The DVD Super-Multi drive is compatible with both DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW discs (as well as DVD-ROM and DVD-RAM). It offers a 4x DVD read speed, and writes at 2.4x for DVD+R/RW and 2x for DVD-R/RW. You can also burn CDs at 16x and read them at 24x.
• Keyboard & Mouse: This notebook has a standard 85-key keyboard and electro-static two-button touchpad.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
The A75-S231 offers a healthy selection of expansion and connectivity options, including a PCMCIA slot for one Type II PC card and the following:

• 3 USB 1.1 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 1 Firewire (IEEE 1394) for connecting digital camcorders and external hard drives
• 1 Bridge Media Adaptor
• 1 Infrared Port
• 1 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners
• 1 RGB monitor port
• 1 TV-out (S-Video)
• 1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack

Preloaded System and Software
The A75-S231 comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system, and it also includes Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software includes Norton Antivirus 2004 (with 90 days of complimentary live updates), Quicken New User Edition, Napster online digital service (30-day trial), Adobe Acrobat Reader, InterVideo WinDVD (for playing DVD movies), ArcSoft ShowBiz DVD, and Sonic Solutions RecordNow Basic.

Dimensions and Weight
At 8 pounds, the A75-S231 is on par in weight with other notebooks in its class. It measures 1.8 x 14.4 x 10.8 inches (H x W x D), which is a little wider than other notebooks in its class.

Power
The included 12-cell rechargeable lithium-ion battery has an approximate 2-hour battery life (during normal use). It also comes with a 120W AC adapter.

What's in the Box
This package contains the Toshiba A75-S231 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It's backed by a 1-year warranty for parts and labor. ... Read more

Product Description

The 64-bit professional dream machine.

Professionals need superior tools to produce designs, music, high-definition video or the next scientific breakthrough. The Power Mac G5 line extends as far as you require. Two 64-bit G5 processors reaching a top speeds of 2.0GHz, room for up to 4GB of main memory, pro performance graphics cards and ultrahigh-bandwidth system architecture will give you more results than systems costing twice as much. Dual processing starts at an affordable price.

Supersonic Speed
The Power Mac G5 offers the 2.0GHz dual-processor model with a speed boost near the top of the line. In fact, for most creative endeavors, the Power Mac G5 simply has no competition in its class.

A 64-bit OS for Your 64-bit Machine
Every Power Mac G5 comes with Tiger, the latest release of Mac OS X. Search your entire Power Mac in a single click with Spotlight, access up-to-the-second information with Dashboard and run all of your software faster. With its 64-bit features, Tiger also provides access to as much physical memory as you can install in your PowerMac G5. Even 32-bit applications benefit from the system’s ability to access large amounts of RAM: The system can manipulate data in multiple applications entirely in RAM for maximum performance.

This model features one optical drive:

• a DL DVD+/-RW SuperDrive
  • Create a Dual Layer DVD+R at a maximum 4X Write speed
  • Create a DVD-R at a maximum 16X Write speed
  • Play a DVD at a maximum 16X Read speed
  • Create a CD-Rom at a maximum 24X Write speed
  • Create a CD-RW at a maximum 24X Rewrite speed
  • Play a CD-Rom at a maximum 32X Read speed

Reviews (1)

HOT HOT HOT!
I love my new PowerMac. This thing smokes! It's a rarity to get the processing power much past 50% of capacity and I do a lot of image editing and application development. And pairing this with the Apple display is a thing to behold! ... Read more

Features

• Slim, sleek, and affordable
• Dazzling Transflective TFT color with LED backlight display
• Pocket versions of familiar applications like Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Removable/rechargeable batterand integrated keyboard
• Integrated Bluetooth

Reviews (23)

Pretty Cool
This is a pretty cool PDA. I got it for my third year of medical school and I haven't been disappointed. It's lightning fast, and the OS seems pretty stable. The only thing I'd do differently is not place as much importance on having a physical keyboard. I initially thought that the keyboard would be a great plus, but I rarely use it. For the times I do use it (typing passwords on web forms when I don't trust my scribbling), I could easily use the pop-up screen keyboard.

Another issue, which has been raised here before, is its wireless capabilities. The thing only supports the older WEP authentication, and not the newer WPA (which is more secure). I had set up my home network with WPA, but I had to downgrade it to WEP to use the iPAQ. This is annoying, not to mention puzzling. I mean, it's 2004 and they still haven't implemented 802.11g?

I guess this is partly the fault of the OS, which superficially resembles Windows XP. A problem I've had with the OS is that when you hit the 'x' in the upper right of the window (x=close, one would think), it only minimizes the program (it seems to stay on in memory and you have to shut it down in memory). This is retarded. A minus sign would be a more accurate representation.

A word about HP support. Their online knowledgebase is almost useless (I was searching to see if the iPAQ had 802.11g support), and no matter what you do, don't use their online chat support. The chat tech support guy I had was completely clueless, took 5 minutes to answer each message I sent, and didn't even bother acknowledging his ignorance. He just sent me a word document and told me to read it. The only thing he was good for was giving me the HP supprt phone number (which was wrong, but they automatically transferred me). Get their phone number (it's supposedly hidden deep somewhere) and call them. The phone tech support guy I talked to (after a long wait) was professional, helpful, polite, and knowledgeable.

Finally, if anyone else is using this for medical school, note that your friends will probably have Palms. They'll be beaming their cool programs to each other (for free), while you stand idly by with your incompatible iPAQ. On the other hand, our school has moved their records electronic, and they've chosen iPAQs. Take a look at what your colleagues and schools are using before you spend the big bucks.

Made me switch from Palm to PocketPC
I was nervous about switching over to PocketPC from palm, and that I would lose my information,programs, capabilities... But boy was I wrong! The transition was as easy as pie!

This unit blows away the competition with features. I needed something with a built in keyboard (this one has a blue backlight so you can type in the dark!), I can't be bothered with online writing utilities (which this one also has, if needed for some reason). The keyboard is one of the most comfortable I have been able to type with my actual fingers (unlike the CLIE's finger-nail type keyboard).

Of course it has WiFi and Bluetooth, is fully multimedia compatible. What really blew me away was the amount of software that it comes with. While Palm boasts a large software library, you have to purchase each program seperately, and it gets expensive! Palm comes with the bare minimums installed - to sync with outlook you have to purchase software, for example. This PDA acts exactly like your Windows Based PC. Want to sync with Outlook? Go online? Look at a Flash document? It's all there! It really is foolproof.

The store that I tested this out in had wireless internet running through it. This device was FAST, and had no problems connecting to every website that I tested it out on. Since purchasing it, I've found it picks up signals really well. I've been able to drive around and jump on wireless networks in my town, even at the beach! Last night I streamed a radio station from England while at the beach. If that's not cool, I don't know what is!

I have not been able to find a more comfortable thumbpad keyboard on a PDA device with more features, or a better value than this one! If you're in the market for a new PDA, I'd buy this if I were you!

DO NOT BUY THIS PIECE OF JUNK!!!!
I bought this three days ago and have had nothing but problems. It is going back tomorrow and I will never buy another iPAQ. I had an older model iPAQ (3800 series) that I had gotten used in December. I had started having major problems with it crashing on me about two months ago. I debated over getting a new iPAQ after those problems and the bad reviews on Amazon for HP's in general. I had decided to go with Dell but my husband took me shopping for our anniversary and all we could find was this HP. It was so pretty and cool that I forgot my plans and bought it because I just had to have it NOW! What a mistake.

The machine itself works great, it was when I started trying to install the software that the problems started. Active Sync would not install properly and ended up crashing the first computer I tried installing it on. (Putting the computer in permanent Safe mode.)I thought at first that it was a problem with my computer so I tried loading it on my other, newer one. Same problems with Active Sync only this time I was getting a message saying that the software was not compatable with Windows XP and might mess up my computer if I continued to try syncing it. This was strange since on the box it says it IS compatable.

I contacted HP today and yes, their customer service IS as bad as I've heard. They of course denied that it could possibly be a problem with their machine or software - BOTH of my computers must have messed up at the same time, coincidentally when I got the PPC! They were basically no help at all.

My husband spent 5-6 hours after work getting the first computer fixed, quite a job since he's not a computer expert. He finally got it done and I started over. Well, guess what - I got the software loaded, well only Active Sync - Outlook wouldn't load so I stuck with the version I already have on there. But of course when I tried to sync the computer could not detect the PDA, just like yesterday before my PC crashed. I tried it over and over, even using a cord from my old PDA. Then tried it all on the other computer. NO, it does not work at all and yes, I did get a message AGAIN about incompatible device drivers for XP like I got yesterday. (And the HP support people swore this is impossible.) There is supposed to be a Logo on the product box that says XP compatible, which there is not.

So I have this very expensive calendar/phone book/calculator/To DO list and that's about it. I can't download e-mails or add programs or anything if I can't connect to my computer. It basically useless. I'm so didgusted I want to throw it as hard as I can. Now I have to drive one hour each way and waste all that gas money and time to return this stupid thing. I have six children - I don't have time for this garbage! I just want to cry and HP could care less. I told them all of this and they just said, "See your vendor." Who's going to repay my husband and me for our wasted time and money dealing with the problems this machine has created???

I am taking this back. I might get a Dell but honestly I'm so disgusted that I may just forget PDA's entirely and stick with old-fashioned pen and paper. It's not fancy and may not be as easy to carry around but at least it's reliable and if it does get lost or messed up it's not that expensive to replace.

great
i had a psion 5, i tried palm os through clié ux50 (how bad is palm os compared to symbian !)
Last of all i have bought this ipaq4350: it's great !
And will be divine as soon as the bluetooth keyboard will be available

Captpancho
Have had palm os Operating PDA for the past 7 years and decided to make the jump to pcket PC. After alot of review was only interested in the 5555, but do to limited production/problems shipping decided to re-evaluate my descion. A friend at HP actually turned me onto the 4355 and boy am i glad that he did. The intergrated Keyboard is wonderful. Even though being profiencent in graffiti, it is still faster to type it in, in most situations. The speed is great and all the features make it very user friendly. The integrated WLAN and bluetooth are great. It was as simple as clicking on two buttons and inserting your router security code and then surfing. I had scheduled several hours to learn how to connect to the web and was able to complete this task in less than five minutes. I cannot say enough good things about this unit. I love it and will never go back. The computing power is so much better than the palm os operating systems. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Hewlett-Packard's HP 48GX is the most powerful calculator in the 48 series, offering the same advanced calculation and programmability features as its siblings, along with expansion options that should appeal to power users and programmers. All this is made possible by the expansion card slot, which lets users expand the built-in memory from 128 KB to a maximum of 1.256 MB or install application software that adds more advanced features to the calculator.

The 48GX is no slouch. Its colorful array of buttons lets users tap into 2,300 built-in functions, 300 of which are built-in formulas and scientific constants that encompass the spectrum of the mathematical and scientific fields. It handles everything from basic algebra equations to advanced trigonometric and statistical calculations. Best of all, if the 48GX doesn't have a feature you desperately need, you can use the built-in object-oriented programming language to create functions from scratch. You can then label your creations and access them as you would any other feature that is integrated with the calculator.

The 48GX uses reverse polish notation (RPN, also called postfix notation), which can be difficult for beginners to grasp, but advanced students and professionals will appreciate RPN's elegance and relative simplicity. An optional connectivity kit lets users connect the device to a PC to download new equations and software, and the integrated infrared port lets you share data with other calculators or output your graphs, plots, or other results to a separately available infrared printer. Typical students may want to opt for a less expensive (and less expandable) calculator in the 48 series, like the 48G+, but for those who demand the best and may need more than 128 KB of memory, the 48GX is the clear choice. --T. Byrl Baker

Pros:

• RPN can speed data entry with practice
• Expansion slot adds extra memory and software options
• Programmable, so you can add nearly any feature you like

Cons:

• Cluttered keypad
• Learning RPN and basic object-oriented programming can be daunting for the uninitiated

Features

• Over 2,300 functions including over 300 for scientific and engineering applications
• Built-in equation library with over 300 formulas and constants
• 2-way infrared communication, RS-232C serial port; supports optional printer
• 128 KB memory; 2 card ports for expandable RAM and ROM
• 2-D and 3-D graphing capabilities

Reviews (35)

PERFECT COMPANION FOR BOTH ENGINEERS AND SERIOUS STUDENTS
For a serious electronic engineering student in his senior year in college, calculations extensively revolve around converting units including bases as well as vectors. Compared to it's competitions from TI, it is such a no nonsense super-powerful engineering calculator that even the TI-92 doesn't come close to what this 48-GX can do. Entering numbers in RPN format may be quite tricky at first, but after about 4-hrs later, I came to prefer this format over the algebraic one. RPN totally eliminates the need of parenthesis. Algebriac fans can do algebriac entry and/or display too. It has a massive expendable equation library, so there is no need to carry around a ton of formula sheets. I also own a TI-85 and a CASIO FX-115W. Other than not being able to graph, the little $20 CASIO is much stronger and capable than the TI. It can do integration, derivatives, and can easily convert bases (HEX, BIN, DEC) and vectors (POL, REC). Up until I bought the 48-GX, I only used the CASIO. Now I don't have to use the CASIO anymore. I did some comparisons with my friends and found out that this HP calculator has all the ability of a TI-89 and a CASIO FX-2 as well as the usability of a CASIO-FX-115W, in addition to many more features, including easy expendable memory using cards which can be used like floppy disks to store infinite data, alarm clock, dnld and play music, x-fers to other 48-G/G+/GX by means of infrared light, symbolic calculations that can be converted into a numeric answer in one step, add/sub/mul/div polar and rectangular formats together in the same step, and don't forget the UNDO button when something goes oops. This is only to mention a few. It comes with an intro manual, and a very good comprehensive manual. If you are an engineer or a serious engineering student, one day alone with the 48-GX is all you need to famaliarize yourself with it, and chances are you'll never go back to a weak and overpriced TI again. If you don't need 3D analysis, HP-39G or CASIO FX-2.0 is recommendable, which are equal to TI-86. If you don't need graphing, CASIO FX-115W is a good choice.

The best calculator in the world
This an incredible machine. Has a bit of a learning curve to be able to harness it's power, though. Has unit conversion, terrific equation capability, and probably more software written for it than any other calculator in the world. If you just need basic calculator functions, however, this isn't the one for you. Also, if you're not familiar with RPN (reverse polish notation, i.e. 4 ENTER 5 + displays 9, instead of algebraic 4 + 5 = displaying 9), then you should avoid it; buy a cheaper RPN machine 1st and see if you can adapt to it. RPN, however, is far superior to algebraic notation once you get used to it. Do NOT waste your money on the HP 49, which I also own, and can't stand. The HP 49 has rubber buttons which are hard to press, and a bizzare color, and is very difficult to use.

HP48 Review - For Electrical/electronic engineering
I am a electrical/electronic engineer working in a research laboratory, and have 20+ years of calculator use behind me! I have owned HP calculators since the earliest days and an HP48 series for many years now.

Although expensive, value for money is very good given the quality, performance and longevity on offer.

Plus points - RPN logic; wonderful tactile keys; display - especially display of the 'stack' which holds intermediate results when evaluating a long formula; equation solver and associated graphing; ease of 'everyday' programming; matrix entry tool; complex number, vector and matrix math are as easy as real number math with no special 'modes' to set; numerical integration of functions; analytic solution of integrals and differentials; directory structured memory for user programs, functions and data; user definable 'soft keys'; PC connection for backup & programming. The solid construction - mine works very hard and is still as good as new.

Negative points. Graphic functions and especially the graphical equation editor can be slow. More complex programming needs study of the programming language and the manual open beside you - but is very powerful. Bit bulky for field trips (I have a shirt pocket HP-11 for that - discontinued now I think). My version of PC software is a bit clunky, but current offering might have a much newer version

It uses RPN, which I prefer, as it is logical and efficient - but it does take a little learning and some people just don't like it. I believe it is worth the effort, especially at the start of a career. My calculator is used to make real engineering decisions - so I don't trust many 'algebraic entry' calculators where sometimes it is not clear how complex formulae will be interpreted. This is particularly true of the newer generation of algebraic calculators that advertise 'formulas entered as you would on paper' (i.e "Sin X" instead of "X Sin") I find they often have inconsistencies (e.g square root operates on the subsequent input, but 1/x operates immediately on the number in the display, as does x! [factorial x]) These inconsistencies have to be remembered to avoid possibly serious and unnoticed errors. RPN has only one rule - a function executes as soon as its button is pressed (or it is reached in a program). The famous HP stack which stores - and displays - arguments and intermediate results replaces the use of brackets and is far more flexible. Together these features, and others - like the ease of recovering from your errors - put you firmly in control all for the cost of an hour or two of learning. But, as I say, some people don't like it so newcomers would be wise to find someone to demonstrate RPN before buying.

In summary this is the best calculator I have owned, and probably ever will as some reviewers say the newer HP products appear to have moved down market in terms of construction and ergonomics - but I have no experience of this.

PS I have no connection with HP, other than 25 years of good
service from HP calculator products.

Oh, yes. Some reviewers say the beep can't be turned off, keying MODES -> BEEP works on mine!!

Stack is different. This required learning
To store '5' on the HP48 line of calculators, hit 5 [enter]. It's stored. You can even see where it's stored right away because you're always looking at the bottom four stack entries. It seems the previous reviewer believes that the way TI does calculators is the way calculators should be done. If that's you, buy a TI. Storing a value in a named variable is a fundamentally different way of thinking about calculation from the way HP decided to do it.

With RPN, there is very rarely any need for a named variable and it only took me about an hour to start using this calculator for fairly complex EE homework. One of the things I noticed about RPN fairly quickly is that if you're doing complex calculations, you'll often build up intermediate values and then bring the intermediate values together at the end. My study-buddies were always writing down their intermediate values, I just left them on the stack while I did the other calculations. More often than not, those previously calculated values were exactly where I needed them when I needed them later. Everyone else was punching back in the values that they had previously written down (with the possibility of error on each transcription) or trying to remember which variable they had stored them in.

I don't mean to ding the TI approach, I used to work at TI and I think they make a great product. I simply think that the HP has a subtly better philosophy of calculation and a massively better keyboard in the 48s/sx/g/sx line of calculators.

The Mercedes Benz of Calculators
Being a college professor of Electrical Engineering for over 30 years, and having used numerous brands and models of calculators and having written reviews of some of them for various publications, there is no doubt in my mind that the HP48GX is indeed head and shoulders above all the other calculators (even the HP49). The RPL entry system is a natural and easy to learn process that mimics the pencil and paper approach that we've all learned in Grammar school arithmetic. The efficiency of input and the ease with which it handles comlex-number calculations is second to none. Formulae can be entered with mixed units and the calculator automatically performs internal conversions to present the answer in whatever valid units you desire. It handles 2-D and 3-D vectors with all the corresponding mathematical operations seemlessly. The infrared connectivity (wireless) and RS232 port (wire) both allow communication between another HP calculator and your computer. This calculator has the right mix of 'function per key' versus 'menu per key' that makes it very easy to negotiate.
One can enter a formula in algebraic notation and the calculator can solve for one of the variables in symbolic and/or numeric form (if all the other vales are specified). The keystroke error recovery facility is superb. A couple of days with this calculator and most people cannot go back to their old 'Algebraic Operating System' calculators, with its cumbersome parenthesis, without making a mistake.
There is not enough space here to praise this calculator to the extent that it deserves. Over the years with all the students and professionals I've had contact with, I know of no one who has ever regretted purchasing this calculator except for the fact that they realized that they waisted money on purchasing their AOS calculators. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The HP DeskJet 3820 offers a great combination of quality and price. Delivering crisp 600 dpi black printing at up to 12 ppm and clear 2,400 dpi in color at up to 10 ppm, the 3820 easily meets demanding home and home office printing needs.

USB and parallel connectivity provide convenient setup for both PC and Mac users, and the optional HP JetDirect print server supports home networking. Additional features include an easy one-touch print cancel button, HP PhotoREtIII color layering technology, intuitive driver software, and a low-ink indicator light with an onscreen ink-level indicator. ... Read more

Features

• Prints up to 12 ppm black, 10 ppm color
• 600 dpi black resolution, 2400 dpi color
• 100-sheet input tray with envelope guide
• USB and parallel interfaces; PC and Mac compatible
• Optional HP JetDirect print server for home networking

Reviews (56)

I wanted to like this printer.
This printer is very different from most HP printers I have seen. It's not as high quality or reliable as I have come to expect them to be.

One of the things that some people complain about is how it vibrates - but that's only if you did not put the paper in far enough. This is not a problem with the printer.

However, the first time I tried to refill the ink cartridges (color and black and white) instead of paying an arm and a leg for a new set of cartridges I had major problems. First of all, it wouldn't print black. I reseated the cartridges. Then it wouldn't print magenta or yellow. I reseated the cartridges. Then it would print everything but cyan. Nothing seemed to make this problem go away.

After reseating a dozen times, I got it back to where it would print color but not black, and bought a new black ink cartridge (which was cheaper because HP MAKES INK CARTRIDGES THAT ARE HALF EMPTY BUT MORE THAN HALF AS EXPENSIVE AS FULL ONES, without marking them visibly). Anyway, the purchase of the new ink cartridge got it working again. When that black ink cartridge ran out, I refilled it and these problems did not repeat.

If this was the only problem with the printer, I wouldn't be leaving a 2-star review. Now the printer has a mechanical problem. No software manipulation can fix this problem, trust me I've tried (and I know a dozen Computer Science majors). The cartridge holder that slides back and forth when you print is stuck completely on the right side. It's as if it went too far to one side and couldn't come back. The error message says "Mechanism Error. The print cartridge cradle cannot move. Please check under the device's top cover for a paper jam or other obstruction." Of course, there is no paper jam or other obstruction.

This was the final straw with the printer, and I have yet to see how to resolve this problem. :( I will think again before buying HP, and will probably buy a Canon to replace it.

Excellent Piece Of JUNK!!
I was a satisfied HP customer since the old times of deskjet 550. I bought this unit a little over a year, used it sparingly, until the well famous "small cog" broke. I remember this happened while the 2nd black cartridge was half full ( HP, are you intentionally making this junk fail so I spend another $100 in another one of your printers in less than a year??). I called HP parts service and of course, NO FAIR SOLUTION - THE COG IS NOT SOLD. Their only "offer" was to send the printer back to HP, PLUS $59, and they would ship a "refurbished" one. So, are they keeping the cogs to make a final price of $159 for the printer? Since I REFUSE to buy a new printer, I wanted to make this junk at least pay off the ink cartridges until they empty themselves, so I found the website http://www.fixmybrokenprinter.co.uk/ where Mr. G will fix the broken cog for a very fair price. I'll make this machine sweat its price until it dies, and believe me, no more cheap HP printers after this one!! I'm done with HP!!

Piece of CRAP
I think the HP 3820 is the worst printer I have ever owned. It is noisy, slow, and I have had endless driver problems. Don't buy one, you can do a LOT better!

Piece of Crap.
Lasted for two black printer cartriges. Now it is a paper weight. Back door fell off long ago because the tabs broke, after the warranty expired of course, so I rebuilt the tabs myself using super glue and it worked fine again until it just decided it wouldn't accept new printer cartriges anymore. DO NOT BUY. This is a shoddily made product. Welcome to the new era at HPQ.

Just don't want one!
I bought my HP 3820 a few months ago. Like that other review stated, the 3820 makes all kinds of noises, and it keeps the user waiting forever before it finally-usually just starts spitting out strange characters rather than meaningful information. I tried to print an envelope for a resume about the third or fourth time that I used my 3820, but my 3820 could hardly even feed envelopes that were absolutely properly fed and properly aligned (and a correct paper size indicated by my Microsoft word processor). I have seven years of print operations experience, and I have used dozens of printers of all kinds in my total of more than 11 years of computer room and print operations experience, and I can assure you that I did absolutely nothing wrong to make this 3820 fail on printing envelopes. After I gave up on trying to get my 3820 to correctly print an envelope I cancelled the print, reset the printer, and then I tried to print something else on regular paper, but my printer has not been able to even feed a sheet of paper ever since it refused to correctly feed my envelopes. There is nothing blocking the feed, and I heard no noises indicating anything breaking or popping loose whenever the envelopes had previously gone thru it and come out printed all wrong. The printer now acts as if there is some variable that got turned on in its circuitry that is making it not want to feed from the tray, but I have tried resetting it in every way. This 3820 printer, in the few times that I got it to print before the envelope incident, never printed all that great of quality anyway, but now it is just a dead issue. This is my third and probably last HP printer period. I am also tired of having to reset printer cartridges that are designed to be difficult to refill (despite that I do have success refilling them with generic inks). (...)Should you see any good reviews anywhere by anyone wanting to sell you on one of these 3820 printers, then trust me, it is likely that what you are reading came from a person(s) just wanting to unload a worthless printer on you! Don't be someone else's sucker! The only reason that I gave this printer its ONE STAR rating is because there were no NEGATIVE STAR ratings from which I had to choose. Truthfully, YOU DO NOT WANT THIS PRINTER! I would stake my B.S. in computer science on it! As for the cartridge for this printer... you can find them empty online (...) (empties that have never ever been refilled), and then you can buy refill kits and refill them yourself (but don't try to fill the tanks based on the order of colors on the HP cartridges' labels, or you will have been steered into wasting your perfectly good empty cartrdges, because the colors are in the wrong order!!!) Just don't buy one! ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Get professional-quality results with the HP ScanJet 5550c digital flatbed scanner. A great addition to any home or office, the 5550c provides 48-bit full color scans at up to 2,400 dpi optical resolution. The platen accepts a wide range of original media, up to 8.5 by 11.7 inches in size, including 3D objects. And, the HP 5550c is fast--scanning a 4-by-6-inch photo into MS Word in less than 28 seconds, or a full page of text into MS Word in less than 48 seconds.

The HP 5550c can be used for scanning photos, line art, and traditional documents. A 35-sheet capacity auto-document feeder is even included to help with your larger scanning projects. The HP 5550c offers easy to use front panel controls for streamlined operation, plus USB 2.0 connectivity for fast transmission and convenient setup for PC and Mac users alike. The HP 5550c comes bundled with a helpful suite of photo and imaging software tools (for PC and Mac) and comes backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
HP ScanJet 5550C digital flatbed scanner, automatic document feeder (35-page capacity), USB cable, external power adapter, user's manual, Microsoft Windows and Macintosh software on CD-ROM (HP Photo & Imaging, HP Memories Disc Creator, HP ScanJet copy utility, HP Share-to-Web, suite of electronic help tools), plus ScanSoft PaperPort LE and IRIS CardIRIS (for Windows), and ScanSoft PaperPort and IRIS ReadIRIS with CardIRIS plug-in (for Macintosh) ... Read more

Features

• 2,400 dpi optical resolution, 48-bit color
• 35-sheet auto-document feeder
• 7 front panel controls for everyday task management
• ScanSoft PaperPort and HP Instant Share software
• USB 2.0 connectivity, PC and Mac compatible

Reviews (6)

Good machine but have to work around software defects
I use the scanner everyday for everything from documents to photographs. It is actually capable of scanning a stack of pages in the ADF very quickly into B&W PDF files. Unfortunately, as other reviewers point out, the HP software is mostly useless for this function. There is a trick that I will point out to everyone with this scanner or considering it if they can pick it up cheap from others who have given up: if you use Paperport or similar software and set the driver to windows WIA (rather than the HP driver), then set Page Size to "Quarto" when scanning from the ADF, then it works great. This is bizarre, and I have tried all the other page size settings and Letter will not work--you must use Quarto. Anyway, this proves that the machine is capable of good performance. It is alas software that limits the performance. Perhaps better WIA support will come in the future. In the meantime, despite the bad software, I found this machine to be the best value for a combo flatbed/ADF scanner that could take at least 35 pages. There are other choices like the Fuji if you want ADF without a flatbed, but it's still more expensive.

Absolute bottom of the barrel software
I've owned, recommended and used HP products for many years and am a business systems consultant. I have written and designed systems software and application software as well as sold software. Most of my experience has been in technology and sales management.

Do not buy this scanner. The software is worse than bad. I too could not believe the other reviews and wanted the ADF so bought it anyway. Normally, HP does quality work, but not this time.

If HP had any decency, they would create a new version of the software and release it to the owners of this product along with an apology. In my many years of work in the information technology sector and considering the current state of technology, I cannot remember a product this poor from a major vendor.

I didn't believe other's review, now I regret
I should say I didn't believe that this product is as crappy as other reviewers described. Because I really like some of HP products, especially HP has been in ADF scanner business for so many years.

So I went ahead and bought a HP 5550C with thoughts that I (as a computer professional with 12 experience and a former HP employee) can manage to make it work.

But clearly I'm wrong, and so wrong that the 5550C software is by far the worst software I have ever seen!!! I really do not understand that why HP even bothers to release this product to market, and HP should really "fire" the software team and the QA team for doing nothing but damaging its reputation.

I agree with other reviewers completely. The 5550C hardware looks well constructed and sturdy. The problem comes from the software piece.

Sigh ....

Great Scanner, HORRIBLE Software
I would first like to preface this review by mentioning that I used to be a programmer and system design analyst for Accenture, so I know a thing or two about software. It is really a shame that this great scanner comes with such lousy software. I already owned an HP scanner when I upgraded to this model specifically to take advantage of the auto document feeder (ADF) that allows for unattended scans of multi-page documents. Supposedly. Here's the problem--the software from HP that comes with the scanner is so buggy, slow and poorly written that it pretty much negates any advantages provided by the hardware itself. It is very inflexible, and unpredictable results occur whenever I deviate from the default settings--and the changes I make often do not take anyway (e.g., I deselect preview for scanning documents, yet it continues in preview mode anyway, slowing the process of creating a PDF). For example, if you want to scan a color document in 256 colors at 450 DPI using the document feeder, good luck. To achieve this, you will have to scan that document page-by-page or settle for the default settings of the software. The software supposedly allows for creation of scan "profiles" that apply specific settings when that profile is loaded, but I have not been able to get this feature to work after many attempts. It gets worse. If your goal is to take documents, large or small, and convert them to PDFs using Adobe Acrobat 6.0, the HP software keeps trying to reconfigure itself right in the middle of the process! There was a patch available on the HP website for this, and it has now disappeared. You might conclude that a good solution to this problem would be to download version 2.0 of the software. Wrong. The developers apparently thought it would be a nice treat to perpetuate this flaw in the new version, and no patch is available! Ridiculous. It's a shame, and a real step backwards for me, as my 3-year-old HP scanner is easier to use and interfaces with Adobe better than tne 5550C. Shame on HP for selling such an inferior product.

useless ADF
I bought the scanner specifically to use its ADF, since I have many 3x5.5 and 4x6 photos I'd like to bulk scan. The scanner does not offer either page size, but instead offers many other sizes like A6 and "Japanese Postcard" and a few other odd sizes. Picking any of the offered sizes, I get pictures that scan wrong, coming out too long. Although I can scale the pictures aferwords in Photoshop, it's a step that should not be necessary and results in reduced imaze quality from the resizing.

I've also noted that the HP software will scan directly into a progam, but not directly to a file. Since I want to put in a stack of pictures, scan them to files, then put in the next stack, and keep at it for a large number of pictures, I find it a waste of time to have to wait for the pictures to load into the HP Director or Photoshop or some other program only to have to manually close them all before continuing with the next stack of pictures.

I've made sure that I have the latest drivers and have spend several hours on a few occassions trying to make it work. I'm about ready to give up on it. Since I bought the scanner specifically to use the ADF and the ADF won't work correctly, the scanner is useless to me. ... Read more

Features

• 2,560 x 1,600 optimal resolution, 16.7 million colors
• Industry-standard DVI connector
• Design complements the latest Power Macs and PowerBooks
• 2-port USB 2.0 hub, 2 FireWire 400 ports
• Requires NVIDIA GeForce 6800 Ultra DDL Card

Reviews (1)

Preview Of the new Apple Cinema Dsiplay
Pros-
1)great thin design
2)biggest HD LCD Display ever
3)Wonderful Picture Quality amazing!
4)has firewire inputs
5)Can hook up additional display WOW!

Cons-
1)Can't Be used With PC-(but the 20" and 23" can)
2)Need different Graphic card just to use it

? Why does the design serve as a problem to whom own a power book G4 and like to place it under their Display the New design prohibits this.

Bottom_____________
This is a great LCD display with amazing clearity,has Dule monitor support. but has to have all new graphics card and design proibits the place of your laptop to slide underneath the display.

OVER ALL preview rating a 9.5 of 10.00 ... Read more

Product Description

HDTV monitor (digital TV reception requires a separate HDTV tuner) * FST PURE® flat picture tube with Invar shadow mask * displays all signals at 1080i or 540p * widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio * CrystalScan HDSC with 3-2 pulldown processing (upconverts non-HD signals to 1080i) * ... Read more

Features

• Two 5-watt speakers
• 26-inch flat widescreen CRT, HD-ready TV; measures 27.5 x 19.5 x 19.6 inches (W x H x D)
• Compatible with 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats;CrystalScan HDSC with 3-2 pulldown processing (upconverts non-HD signals to 1080i)
• Widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio; CableClear video noise reduction
• 3 composite video inputs, 3 S-Video inputs, 2 component video inputs, 1 HDMI

Reviews (1)

Great starter HDTV or bedroom set
The Toshiba 26HF85 is my first HDTV set. My criteria were 1080i support, HDMI and dual HD component inputs, in a small cabinet. With its speakers on the bottom, this set is very compact. At only 27.5" wide, it is small enough to fit on an extra nightstand in my bedroom. I have a DirecTV H10 Hi-Def receiver hooked to it via HDMI, along with a PlayStation 2 via component. The picture quality is superb, although I am certainly no expert in that area.
This set has a well-designed and attractive remote control with buttons that glow in the dark. The cabinet has nice styling as well, and even has built-in handles like the smaller Toshibas. The menu system is fairly easy to use and offers plenty of options, but the on-screen graphics are low-quality and are hideous compared to the gorgeous menus in the newer Samsungs. This set does have auto aspect ratio sensing, but I don't feel that it works as well as it could.
The 26HF85 is an attractively-priced HDTV if you don't require an on-board ATSC tuner. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Whether editing your family photos, balancing your online checkbook, or listening to your digital music collection, Compaq's SR1401NX offers a versatile, strong base for your home computing needs. Focusing on affordability, the SR1401NX has room to grow with an available expansion slot, 2 available PCI slots, 5 USB ports for connecting peripherals, and the ability to add up to 2 GB of RAM. This desktop comes with a 40 GB hard drive, 256 MB of installed RAM, 2.66 GHz Intel Celeron processor, 48x CD writer, and a multi-format memory card reader. For a step up in price, the SR1410NX offers a faster Celeron processor, 80 GB hard drive, and a combo DVD/CD-RW drive.

The Basics

• Hard Drive: Since the focus is on affordability, the SR1401NX comes with just a 40 GB hard drive (7200 RPM). While this may have sounded gigantic at one time, it is one of the smallest hard drives you'll find in a desktop computer. That said, it offers more than enough room for home office productivity software, storing family photos, and a decent-sized digital audio library.
• Processor: The Intel Celeron D 330 processor might not be as sexy as a Pentium, but it still gets your work done speedily enough. It has a 2.66 GHz speed with a decently fast 533 MHz front-side bus (FSB) and 256K L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance.)
• Memory: The 256 MB of installed RAM will get you started, but you'll want to add more to handle any kind of multimedia application and most business productivity suites. This desktop has a 2 GB maximum RAM capacity.
• CD/DVD Drive: This desktop includes a speedy CD burner, with 48x write/read and 32x rewrite speeds. While this won't play DVDs, you can use one of the 5.25-inch expansion slots to add an optional DVD drive.
• Keyboard & Mouse: The SR1401NX comes with a Compaq keyboard and scroller mouse (both with PS/2 connections.

Connectivity and Expansion Slots
For expansion, the SR1401NX has two 5.25-inch external bays (one available), one external 3.5-inch bay (available) and one internal 3.5-inch bay (occupied), and three PCI slots (two available). It comes with a built-in floppy drive and the following external connectors:

• 5 USB 2.0 ports (1 in front, 4 in rear) for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
• 2 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals (1 in front, 1 in rear)
• 1 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners
• 2 PS/2 ports for connecting keyboards and mice
• 1 VGA monitor port
• 9-in-1 media card reader on the front, compatible with CompactFlash (Type I and II), MicroDrive, SmartMedia, Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital, and XD Picture Card

Preloaded System and Software
This system comes with the Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 operating system with Advanced Security Technologies, which helps to reduce unwanted downloads and pop-ups while surfing the Web. It also comes preloaded with Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents), Norton Internet Security 2005 (with 60 days of complimentary updates), InterMute SpySubtract Pro (with 60 days of complimentary updates), Microsoft Money 2005, Quicken 2005 New User Edition, Sonic RecordNow, Apple iTunes, Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition, and MSN Encarta 2005.

Dimensions and Weight
This desktop measures 15.35 x 7.17 x 16.54 inches (HxWxD) and weighs approximately 30 pounds.

What's in the Box
The Presario SR1401NX desktop PC comes with a power cord, keyboard, and scroller mouse. It is backed by a one-year warranty for parts and labor from date of purchase, and it includes 90 days of toll-free software technical assistance. ... Read more

Features

• 20-inch CRT set with standard 4:3 aspect ratio
• DVD-Video player with VCD and CD-R/RW compatibility
• 4-head stereo VCR
• 2 speakers
• A/V input accommodates camcorder, gaming console, or other external device

Reviews (2)

End of a happy dream
I really beleived in Toshiba. We had 1 TV that lasted 15 years without a single problem. This model was exactly what I wanted,
for about 3 months. The DVD player quit. Into the authorized repair shop, 6 weeks and the parts were still not available. I suggested it should be replaced. I shipped mine back, $120.00, and they shipped a new set. Great service I thought. The DVD has quit again 6 months later. I quit! I can't face another fight or expensive return. Skip this model!

a complete entertainment center
I purchased this tv combo, last October, 2003, when it was first available. I shopped around, extensibly, for a complete unit, in the under $500.00, price category. My real problem was how large the units were, other brands, that I checked out were LARGER, than the Toshiba. I was using the TV in a space that couldn't be adjusted for size. This is why, I rate it 4stars, and not 5, because even though it was a bit smaller than the others, IT IS STILL TOOOO LARGE.
Everything else is really good about it. I'd call it a QUALITY PRODUCT, and the AMAZON price is great, plus free shipping; hard to beat. ... Read more

Features

• This complete set of digital technologies combines word processing, page layout, painting, spreadsheet, database, and presentation tools into one easy application
• Draw from an ever-expanding library of templates to make any home or personal project look professional
• Simple toolbars and customizable options allow users to incorporate text, spreadsheets, digital photos, images, sounds, and movies in a single document
• Preemptive multitasking allows users to work on AppleWorks projects while still ripping songs from iTunes
• New translation tools for Word and Excel files - save your work as a Windows file to share with colleagues

Reviews (3)

I hate Microsoft, but it's a Microsoft world
First of all, let me say I love Apple and dislike Microsoft. I would always choose to support Apple over Microsoft. If you are one of those people that never has to share documents with a Windows friend, then AppleWorks will be fine. I don't think it's as good as Office (or Word or Excel, if you aren't buying the whole Office suite,) but for the price, I'd buy AW instead.

Anyway, my frustration level with AW has reached the breaking point, and now I'm going to have to go out and do what I never wanted to do- buy Microsoft Office. AW is supposedly compatible with Excel and Word documents, but AW has often converted incoming Excel and Word documents to junk, if it is even able to open the Microsoft documents at all. Also, if you want to save an AW spreadsheet as an excel document, don't expect it to transfer your work nicely. Simple data cells it can handle, but charts- no way. As a business school student, it's essential that I am able to send and receive Word and Excel documents without issues. AppleWorks does not do the job.

It breaks my heart to recommend a Microsoft product over an Apple product, but until Apple makes a truly compatible alternative to Office, I have no choice but to recommend that my fellow Mac users buy Office instead of AppleWorks.

Nice system but...
I like apple works, and it gets me by for my needs at home but for business I need Windows XP. I like the simple interface, and the straight forward approach. I don't like the spell check, and I have had some troubles saving files in a format where they could be opened easily on a pc. Outside of that I'm a huge Apple Fan and I hope they make the necessary changes to get this thing going right. :)

There are better choices available
AppleWorks isn't really a bad product - it's been around for quite a few years, previously as ClarisWorks - but it desperately needs an update. For example, version 6.2.7 still doesn't take full advantage of features found in Mac OSX. Furthermore, it has some rather strange interface quirks and lacks some important features (spellcheck as you type, for example). My recommendation: spend an extra $50 and buy Microsoft Office v.X for student and teacher, which is a much better software package. Another option is to buy a drawing/layout software prgoram such as The Print Shop for Mac OSX, by MacKiev, which offers excellent design and print capabilities for all sorts of projects (labels, greeting cards, calendars, etc). Hopefully Apple will update AppleWorks someday soon. ... Read more

Features

• Bright, wide 23-inch viewable image size
• 1,920 x 1,200 optimal resolution, 16.7 million colors
• Industry-standard DVI connector
• Design complements the latest Power Macs and PowerBooks
• 2-port USB 2.0 hub, 2 FireWire 400 ports

Features

• Stylish and convenient leather belt case
• Attach to your belt clip
• Store business cards, credit cards, and other small items
• Compatibility: HP h1900, h2200, h4100 series
• One-year limited warranty

Reviews (3)

Nice case
Ok, so the specs for this case are wrong. There's no place to put a credit card. Still, it's a good, slim case. For people on the move, who don't need to carry anything more than a few SD cards for their PDA, this is probably the best case you can buy.

I especially like the attached metal belt clip. Once you put it on, it's not going anywhere. I can't handle those flimsy detachable belt clips that most cases have... they don't clip on as securely, and break off too easily.

Solid Case - Flawed Design
I decided to buy this case because it was made by HP. You would figure who would know better than the manufacturer itself on how to make a case for it's own products. This case fits my IPAQ 1935 (1900 series) snugly and perfectly. It's very secure and I don't worry about the Ipaq ever falling out. It also leaves space open at tops to plug in earphones while the case is closed. The leather is sturdy and soft - looks very elegant and professional. However unless you are buying form over function, my biggest complaint is that I constantly have to remove the IPAQ from the case to use it. The trifold does not allow you to access the IPAQ while it is within the case, you have to take it out to use it which is annoying because what do you do with the case when you are holding the IPAQ?

Disappointed!
I decided to buy this item because the online manual said it can store credit cards etc. so that I could replace my wallet. I just got the item and there is no inside pocket except two tiny ones for storing SD cards. The bottom of the case is open so that there is no way to store credit cards unless you want to lose them... At the minimum, it is right size for iPAQ 4155, though. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Many household and small office tasks are easily accomplished with the HP PSC 2175 all-in-one. Print, copy, and scan to your heart's content; it even prints directly from your camera's memory card for PC-free operation. Delivering high resolution in any mode, the HP PSC 2175 handles most common media types and sizes, with output speeds of up to 18 ppm in black, 13 ppm in color.

Enjoy printing resolution up to 4,800 x 1,200 optimized dpi on premium photo papers with 1,200 x 1,200 dpi input. Scanning resolution is up to 1,200 x 2,400 dpi with 48-bit color.

The HP PSC 2175 is PC and Mac compatible with USB connectivity and comes with everything you'll need to get started. HP backs this product with it's standard 1 year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
HP PSC 2175 all-in-one, HP 56 black inkjet print cartridge (19 ml) C6656A, HP 57 tri-color inkjet print cartridge (17 ml) C6657A, power cord, setup poster and reference guide, HP Photo & Imaging software, HP Memories disc creator software on CD-ROM ... Read more

Features

• Prints, copies, and scans, all from 1 handy household unit
• Up to 4,800 x 1,200 optimized dpi resolution; photos with or without borders
• Up to 18 ppm black, 13 ppm color for printing and copying
• Prints directly from your camera's memory card
• Includes HP photo and imaging and disc-creator software

Reviews (19)

Very pleased w/ the printer so far
I haven't owned this for long, I'll be the first to admit. But after reading some reviews re: the long installation process I wanted to reassure people on that account. I timed the process from removing it from the box to all features up and running through my computer- 25 min. I don't consider that long at all.

It's very user friendly and gives very good copies and photos. We had the older PSC 750 w/ its photo editing software. I was pleased to see that HP has tweaked the software and improved the "remove red eye" function.

We own a HP computer w/ memory card slots. I think it's one of the best features of the computer. I'm looking forward to being able to use the printer in the same way. No more fussing w/ a USB cable and the software.(...)

HP 2175
I love this printer and use mine at home all the time.<br />I am so pleased with it, I'm buying one for my mother who is not into technology. She can copy her patterns etc on it and enlarge them so that they are easier for her to read!<br />

Horrible printer! You want frustration, buy this printer!
Horrible printer! You want frustration, buy this printer!

I bought this printer last year. Since then, I only have frustration and more frustration trying to use this printer. HP offers one year warranty on this printer. I'd prefer not to have any warranty at all. I've contacted HP tech support and they keep sending (shipping) defective printer after defective printer to me. Not to mention countless hours on the phone trying to solve the problem.
There's a GRINDING sound every time I turn on the printer. It says, align cartridge. The GRINDING sound continues until it says SCANNER failure.

I've always used HP products, but after the experience with this printer, I'll think twice. The funny thing is, before buying this printer I came to this page to read the reviews. I liked it. Now I am stuck with this problem because I found the reviews helpful. What's going on? How come it works for you and not for me?

HTH,
a sincere reviewer!

good choice
This is a very nice printer/scanner/card reader. I did a bit of research before buying this unit and am very pleased at the results. It does a very nice job for the money. I got it even cheaper in the store.

Excellent printer
Recommended this unit & set it up for my mother-in-law. The print quality is great, and the printer detects paper type automatically (no more mistaken settings on photo paper!!). The card reader is a boon, especially since her old card reader stopped working after an OS upgrade. The supplied software is a little creaky on OS X but it still is an incredible value for the money. ... Read more

Product Description

Special Value! Entempo TransFM Home Audio TransmitterNow play your portable audio device through your home stereo system. Trans FM Home allows easy connection and hi fidelity of your portable music.Audio Broadcast Setup:Insert your home power adapter plug and connect to the AC/DC jack of FM transmitter, power on FM power on bottom, the LCD display shows the current FM frequency tune (factory default tune is at FM88.0 ) Tune your FM radio receiver (home theater, mini-CD boom box, FM radio, using a digital-switched channel radio will be easiest) to one unused channel from 88-108MHz, pick one which is the clearest (which has a weak radio station or no radio station at all) Set the frequency switch button to match your FM receivers' frequency Pull the audio-in cable to plug into your audio device( jukebox, any brand's MP3 player, CD/MD player, PC, handheld device with MP3) with line-out port (if your audio device line-out port is 2.5mm, please connect the 3.5/2.5 mm conversion adapter), and make sure your audio device's volume is set to at least 1/2 volume (2/3 to full level volume is better) Adjust your FM receiver's volume to appropriate enjoyment ... Read more

Features

• Wireless FM transmitter plays portable audio devices through vehicle stereo systems
• Ideal for MP3 players, portable CD players, and PCs
• Offers combination of 11 FM frequencies
• Connects to vehicle's power outlet or cigarette lighter socket

Product Description

Speck Products (SK-3PK-SHUF) iPod Shuffle Skin - 3-PACK ... Read more

Features

• Made with form-fitting and lightweight Kraton polymer
• Protects iPod from scratches and bumps
• Fits all iPod Shuffle
• Two-Part design covers Shuffle and included cap for easy synching
• Easy access to controls and earphone jack

Features

• Virtual studio for computer-based music production
• Over 1,000 Apple Loops; import GarageBand projects
• High-quality software instruments and plug-ins
• Professional multichannel recording; MIDI editing
• Track mixer; iTunes integration; notation editor