HP has announced the upgrade to the current dv2000 notebook, the new 13.3-inch dv3000 retains a similar look as the previous model although it offers a slightly smaller overall size. The dv3000 features a 2.5GHz T9300 Penryn Core 2 Duo processor, 2GB of RAM, 160GB hard drive, GeForce Go 8400M graphics with HDMI out, a dual-layer DVD burner, VGA webcam and is running Windows Vista Home Premium.
The dv3000 is expected to retail for around $1,399, which is not a bad price, except it will only be available (beginning in May) in the Asian market.
Via [Engadget]
"I'm really pleased with the purchase of this laptop. One thing to realize is that it's not the fastest or thinnest/lightest laptop out there. It's pretty much a standard laptop, with modest specs, but it does all many of the functions that a basic computer user out there is looking for. Pros:
Nice keyboard – chicklet style, easy to type on
Touchpad response is smooth and easy to use (note: see con on touchpad below)
Good screen clarity
Speedy enough for most tasks (internet, word processing)
Wireless connection was strong, fast
Fan is quiet and unobtrusive
Doesn't get very hot when on your lap "