I bought my HP Mini 2140 last Friday at Complink, SM North - Cyberzone (New Annex). PC live sells them too,
this is where I first got the news that it was coming, a week earlier!
Here’s my “mini” review =P
Basic Specs:Intel Atom CPU N270 1.6GHz
1 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
(upgradeable upto 2GB)
Windows XP SP3
Mobile Intel GMA 950
10.1″ display
160 GB HDD
5400 rpm SATA
Broadcom WiFi 802.11
b/g
Bluetooth
2 USB 2.0
Integrated VGA webcam
3-cell battery
Other Features:It has an Expresscard 52 slot, great for adding things like TV Tuner or a Broadband/sim card adapter.
92% Keyboard that is great for seasoned touch typists or Typing of the Dead agents.
It has spill resistant keys, The letters on the keys has a special coating that extends its durability 10x.
What it doesn’t have:As expected from a business class package, things are as exciting as watching a cow eat grass for 2 hours.
The box has no carrying handle, no frills design. It does not come with a sleeve, no cleaning cloth.
No fancy eye candies and knick knack goodies here.
2133 vs. 2140 vs. 1109TUAside from having an atom processor and lower resolution (yes lower than 1024×600), here are some other notable
difference with the 2133:
The 2140’s Camera image is much clearer (due to the software). The touch pad switch lights up when it’s disabled, the 2133 does it the other way around .
The Deal Breakers:Lower Resolution; The 1109TU and the 2140 has the same resolutions of 1024×576 pixels. Those who might be using their system for photoshop on the go will be disappointed.
The real deal breaker with the 2140 (specially for people who is not used to laptops or UMPC’s) is the 3 cell battery it comes with. Samsung’s NC10 is much more well rounded but samsung doesn’t sell them here.
It was a tough choice choosing between the new 1109TU and the 2140. You just have to ask yourself which of the 2 is your preference:
Form or Functionality.In this case it can’t be both. The 1109TU is sleeker but has less features for what it's worth. The box is similar to console gaming systems and has a convenient carrying handle. The unit itself is lighter by about .09 pounds and the memory is easier to upgrade by yourself. 80 GB of storage space is not bad, but you might want more.
The 2140 has more but it’s not as eye-catchy as the swirly finger print magnet coating of the 1109TU. What made me choose the 2140 is the VGA port, the sturdy aluminum casing, more durable keys, separate mic,headphone jacks and more storage space which makes up for the price difference. ^^
The Verdict:For people more in to looks doesn’t do presentations, buy the mini 1109TU (new model!). For people who wants more features, and doesn't want their gadget to look like a child's toy, get the 2140. Most stores has 0 interest up to 12 months, get them while there’s still stocks left. The recession won't discourage people with its amazing price of
P23, 950 php. I wasn't expecting it but Complink throws in a free "
Run on Shine" portable mouse by A4Tech.
If you’re concern is the battery, you could order a 6 cell battery from the store you bought it. They say it takes only 3 business days but this might set you back 3 to 5k php. >.<
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