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    HP Pavilion DV2699 (VERVE: Special Edition)

    Discussion in 'HP' started by GeePee, Nov 28, 2007.

  1. GeePee

    GeePee Notebook Enthusiast

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    * HP Pavilion Media Center dv2699 Special Edition Notebook
    * Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium 32-bit
    * Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology
    * Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T7500
    * 2.2 GHz Processor Clock Speed
    * 2048 MB (2 x 1024 MB)
    * 250 GB SATA Hard Disk Drive 5400 rpm
    * 14.1” WXGA High Definition BrightView Widescreen Display
    * NVIDIA® GeForce™ 8400M GS
    * Up to 831 MB total graphics memory with 64 MB dedicated
    * IEEE 1394 FireWire® Interface
    * Lightscribe Super Multi DVD Writer (+/-R +/-RW) with Double Layer support
    * Bluetooth® wireless networking
    * Intel® PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection
    * HP Mobile Remote Control
    * 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
    * Integrated finger print reader
    * HP Pavilion WebCam with stereo Integrated Microphones

    PRICE: £799 ( Approx $1,651)
     
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    GeePee, Nov 28, 2007
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  2. GeePee

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    Anyone else ?
     
    GeePee, Nov 28, 2007
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  3. Teraforce

    Teraforce Flying through life

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    I'd like it if it had a 15.4" screen (preferably WSXGA+) and nVidia 8600M-GT graphics. But the one you posted does look sweet! (cosmetically, that is)
     
    Teraforce, Nov 28, 2007
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  4. garetjax

    garetjax NBR Freelance Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    Good luck with that. Not even HP's dv6500t series (15.4" screen) have 8600 series videocards in them, much less a GT. But yes, I agree, the Verve finish is sweet looking. I've been waiting for a 15.4" version of it for so long that I've finally gave up on it and went with a 15.4" Special Edition with the Influx imprint finish instead.
     
    garetjax, Nov 28, 2007
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  5. Reby

    Reby Notebook Consultant

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    I like the graphics on the notebook but I agree with the system spec's comments above. If you are not big on gaming then I'm sure it would be fine. The new line of laptops with external case graphics is a big improvement over the old standard black/silver imho. Sure its just cosmetics but I know I get comments about mine with the radiance design, its subtle but cool.

    -Reby
     
    Reby, Nov 28, 2007
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  6. GeePee

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    Thanks for the replies

    Anyone idea how long this "Verve" Special Edition has been out? over a year?
     
    GeePee, Nov 28, 2007
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  7. viking396

    viking396 Notebook Geek

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    Agreed, but even as is I might get it for when I don't feel like carrying the monster HDX around. :D
     
    viking396, Dec 1, 2007
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  8. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    It's been around since summertime.
     
    Lithus, Dec 1, 2007
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  9. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    i think it would look nicer without the design on the palm rest
     
    timtravel42, Dec 2, 2007
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  10. chicgeek

    chicgeek Notebook Consultant

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    Not longer in production, but I'm looking to buy this refurbished. Need a semi-affordable laptop with decent specs and I think this fits the bill.
     
    chicgeek, Jun 24, 2008
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  11. dbam987

    dbam987 wicked-poster

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    Wow this is an old thread.

    I voted yes anyway. It is a very nice design.
     
    dbam987, Jun 24, 2008
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  12. nerostargazer

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    Not longer in production? I'm still waiting for the price to drop more! or for a HP sale for it. :(
     
    nerostargazer, Jul 1, 2008
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  13. jdrodman

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    voted yes, as its stunning laptop
     
    jdrodman, Nov 30, 2008
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  14. origami88

    origami88 Newbie

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    i own one of these - dv2637tx special edition verve design.

    Its been a year since i bought it, and its working very reliably. Highly recommended!
     
    origami88, Dec 1, 2008
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  15. BLUiiDdaddyzGurl

    BLUiiDdaddyzGurl Newbie

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    Hi, would anyone be willing to "SELL" the verve sleeve that came with their laptop that matches this pc????? if so please email me at [email protected]>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>thanks so much, Shelly
     
    BLUiiDdaddyzGurl, Mar 10, 2009
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