Notebook aesthetics (using the HP Pavilion 2800t as test case)

[TomJ]

Just saw one of HP's most recent notebooks --- the HP Artist Edition (Pavilion 2800T). The features include:

* Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit)
* Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7500 (2.2GHz, 4MB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB)
* 14.1" WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1280 x 800)
* 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
* NVIDIA 128MB 8400M GS Video Card
* HP Imprint (Artist Edition) Finish + Webcam + Microphone
* Integrated Altec Lansing stereo speakers
* Intel PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection and Bluetooth
* 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
* LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-RW with Double Layer Support
* 6-Cell Lithium Ion Battery
* Dimensions (with 6-cell battery): 13.15" (L) x 9.33" (W) x 1.02" (min H)/1.54" (max H)
* Weight: 5lb 7.4oz
* 65W AC adapter

And of course, the fancy laser-etched design that's sure to get you some attention.

What do you think of this new unit? Do aesthetics matter in this case?

[Alchemist]

For me, the aesthetics make this notebook even more tempting to buy. How much does this cost?

[Fortuner]

Let's look at it this way:

Do you really want to buy a notebook just because it has a laser-etched screen???

Or would you buy a notebook because of the features?

The latter part is the best reason, I should say!

[Einstein]

I'd probably buy this product rather than the Apple MacBook Air because it's significantly cheaper but has a lot of features that I definitely like!

[Gatekeeper]

Speaking of aesthetics...has anybody seen the new VAIOs? Sony VAIO released a line that consists of red, green, yellow and white laptops.