HP's TX2000 is a unique touch screen laptop by being the only of its kind to have a digitizer display. There are some improvements from the previous model, the TX1000, which includes some system updates as well as improved functionality in tablet mode.
Starting at around $1,700 this laptop physically resembles the previous model except for minor aesthetic improvements such as a more consistent body color and direction arrows at the hinge of the swivel screen.
The speakers remain on the hinge which is a big design plus when using the laptop for viewing media. Standard laptop speakers point at the wrong direction most of the time but with the HP Touch Smart, turn the laptop into tablet mode and the speakers rotate with the screen so it faces the user.
The keyboard hasn't changed much either and resembles most keyboard designs of the Pavilion family. It remains sleek and the smooth tactile feedback makes the keyboard easy to use. The only downside is the noise of the keys are a little on the loud side but we can expect the noise to wear down after some use.
In connectivity, a/g/b WIFI is supported as expected with any laptop today but includes built in Bluetooth for any Bluetooth enabled device. Also included is a 5-in-1 card reader which is starting to become part of the HP Pavilion brand. The three USB 2.0 ports are placed nicely on both sides of the keyboard as well as S-video.
With a 12.1 inch widescreen, the laptop offers a native 1280x800 resolution which isn't exceptional but very comparable for a screen of its miniature size. The clarity is acceptable but off angled viewing is poor. One improvement HP has made over the last model is the brightness of the screen which is a nice welcome. The glossy screen is also very reflective making the laptop almost useless outdoors.
A 4.26 pound laptop sounds light but for a 12.1 inch, it really is on the heavier side. Most of the extra weight comes from the added tablet mode functionality. For an entertainment focused machine its speed is average and graphics is below average.
The fan is built under the base of the laptop which is a great noise reduction design during normal use. Once in tablet mode, however, heat becomes an issue. Especially when used on a lap the fan blows hot air directly onto the user's leg.
The dual node display and sufficiently enduring battery life make this laptop a deal considering the price to feature ratio. The biggest thing to look out for is the recognition software of the on screen digitizer being off accuracy. Kind of defeats the features of being a touch screen laptop.
Starting at around $1,700 this laptop physically resembles the previous model except for minor aesthetic improvements such as a more consistent body color and direction arrows at the hinge of the swivel screen.
The speakers remain on the hinge which is a big design plus when using the laptop for viewing media. Standard laptop speakers point at the wrong direction most of the time but with the HP Touch Smart, turn the laptop into tablet mode and the speakers rotate with the screen so it faces the user.
The keyboard hasn't changed much either and resembles most keyboard designs of the Pavilion family. It remains sleek and the smooth tactile feedback makes the keyboard easy to use. The only downside is the noise of the keys are a little on the loud side but we can expect the noise to wear down after some use.
In connectivity, a/g/b WIFI is supported as expected with any laptop today but includes built in Bluetooth for any Bluetooth enabled device. Also included is a 5-in-1 card reader which is starting to become part of the HP Pavilion brand. The three USB 2.0 ports are placed nicely on both sides of the keyboard as well as S-video.
With a 12.1 inch widescreen, the laptop offers a native 1280x800 resolution which isn't exceptional but very comparable for a screen of its miniature size. The clarity is acceptable but off angled viewing is poor. One improvement HP has made over the last model is the brightness of the screen which is a nice welcome. The glossy screen is also very reflective making the laptop almost useless outdoors.
A 4.26 pound laptop sounds light but for a 12.1 inch, it really is on the heavier side. Most of the extra weight comes from the added tablet mode functionality. For an entertainment focused machine its speed is average and graphics is below average.
The fan is built under the base of the laptop which is a great noise reduction design during normal use. Once in tablet mode, however, heat becomes an issue. Especially when used on a lap the fan blows hot air directly onto the user's leg.
The dual node display and sufficiently enduring battery life make this laptop a deal considering the price to feature ratio. The biggest thing to look out for is the recognition software of the on screen digitizer being off accuracy. Kind of defeats the features of being a touch screen laptop.
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