Radiance is Back

Surprised that no one has brought this up yet but the radiance screen is back as an option for 200 extra bucks as of timing of this post.

I'm really torn now since I took advantage of the MS store deal for 799. Not sure if it is worth it for 1200 bucks vs 800 just for the screen (though I would end up paying about 1080+tax with my corporate discount through hp.com--10%). Thoughts?

 

Haha, I was just coming here to post about this. My friend spilled wine on my 2 month old Envy 14 last week, so I was just shopping this morning for a new laptop, saw the Radiance display was available, and bought it! I'm so excited. I hope it's not an error or something.

Also, for an FYI, I used this code 'NB5321' and with a configuration over $1299, it took $200 off.

 

Get it while you can, its for a limited time.

 

Im kinda in the same boat. Just bought my envy14 from the MS store and really tempted to get one from HP with radiance. But overall I got a great laptop for a great price and idk if I want to pay $400 extra just for the screen....

 

That is tempting, but it isn't available on the beats edition for some reason. And I can't tolerate how flowery the back of the regular one is.

Plus I have a nice 24 inch at home

 

Aaargh - I'm now beyond my return period on my Envy thanks to it having been in service for the past 3 weeks - so while I would have gladly paid the extra for the Radiance option in the beginning, I don't have this option now. I'm seriously pissed.

 

Really tempted to buy it now but I will wait for the next line of HP coupons and hope for discounts on the Envy (seeing they are having the 2011 models and need to get rid of the 2010 models).

If not, it will be a hard decision between the HP.com configured one and the Amazon, non-radiance one.

 

God damn they dont have it for the Beats edition =(

Is it on their spare parts site?

 

Sorry, but what is so special about the Beats edition? Isn't the beats edition just colored black with red beats logo? The regular Envy 14 still comes with beats installed...so then......????


KJ

 

This seems like great news for people with damaged screens wanting to get them replaced (me included).

Hope this change is permanent!

 

I already have the Beats edition. I want to replace my screen with a Radiance screen.

 

I've wondered this too. The black color is cool, but I really dislike the gaudy BEATS logo on the lid. But I also think those huge BEATS headphones look silly, which a lot of people like, so I guess it's a matter of taste.

 

I find it odd that the logo on the lid bothers people at all. Its small and isnt very bright. The headphones suck. They came with the laptop and I was able to sell them for retail price on Ebay LoL. I just like the black on red, its pretty sexy.

 

This just in - the radiance screen for the Envy 14 is available again for a limited time as a display option!

limited time =/

 

And the fact that you are an advertising shill for Dr. Dre. Nothing like paying someone else so you can advertise their wares.

 

You just described pretty much everything that is sold in the world.

 

im not into the 14 but seeing stuff in this forum I see the problem with radiance going on for a while.

What really interests me is what is the deal with hp and radiance? It was once said the company is gone, so what happened? They found a stock pile somewhere laying around so they can offer for a "limited time"?Or if the company is not out of business then why a "limited time" at all? Dont tell me it hurts them to earn some more pretty cash,lol

 

Damn Wonder what's this "screengate"'s all about. Have they found another company? If yes, why is this said to be only a limited time offer? If no, have they found some secret Radiance stash in their basement now or what?

Tthey could also roll out their Envy 14 refresh soon (I'd really love this laptop series to be better known amongst people) with Radiance which will be compatible with the current generation! (of course, it's just my wish right now)

 

maybe they're trying to get rid of all the refurbished radiance screens and putting them onto new laptops D:

 

Uhm, correct me if I'm wrong but is that not ILLEGAL? I understand if its an exchange you're doing, but when you buy a NEW item.... it is against the law to give you a refurb... think about it...

Are you going to buy a brand new car and the dealer is going to give you a refurb engine@?#?@#?@ I think not!

KJ

 

You've hit the nail squarely on the head. There is nothing special about it, it is just black. Which is why I'm getting one lol.

 

is the radiance really worth the $350 extra? im comparing the microsoft store price of $800 vs. a similarly equipped one on the HP site with the current $200 coupon. with taxes, thats a pretty big difference just for a screen. no?

i was playing with a sony Z series yesterday that had a 1600*900 screen and while it was good, (the fonts WERE a little small though) i dunno if its $350 good!

 

HAHAHAHA you almost made me fall over my chair laughing so hard, I swear!

I suppose personal taste...but I find the etched laser case in metal so much sexier than a black case...oh to each his own.

KJ

 

hey guys, i'm about to order one but why is it 350 extra? its only 200 for me.

Also, pleassse link me to places where I can find coupons...I've been looking for the past hour.

 

coupon code of $200 off a build of $1299 is NB5321

i only say $350 cause if u build it out with the specs of the microsoft one (i5-460, 640gb HD) than add tax it comes to about a $350 differnece...for me at least.

 

Configured, with the $200 coupon code see specs below.

HP ENVY 14 customizable Notebook PC

XQ705AV


•Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
•Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-840QM Quad Core processor (1.86GHz,8MB L3 Cache) with Turbo Boost up to 3.2 GHz
•1GB ATI Mobility Radeon(TM) HD 5650 graphics [HDMI] - For Quad Core Processors
•8GB DDR3 System Memory (2 Dimm)
•640GB 7200RPM Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
•No Additional Office Software
•8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery (standard) - Up to 6.0 hours of battery life +++
•14.5" diagonal HD+ HP Radiance Infinity LED Display (1600x900)
•SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
•HP TrueVision HD Webcam and Dual Digital Integrated Microphones [For Radiance Display]
•Intel Wireless-N Card with Bluetooth
•Backlit Keyboard
•Adobe(R) Photoshop(R) Elements 8 & Adobe Premiere(R) Elements 8
•HP Mobile Broadband with GPS (Choose Verizon Wireless, AT&T or Sprint; service activation required)
•HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope
Estimated build date: January 25, 2011

With Tax...complete price >>>>>>> $2,059.74
Sorry, but this is an UNACCEPTABLE price!!!! No bluray, no 1080, no 3D... screen....yah, If I was going to stay with the basic, i5, low ram maybe it be worth it, but I guess you have to pay to play, and this lap won't suit my play needs.

KJ

 

Why do you need a quad core processor for a "mobile" laptop? I would suggest if you need a quad-core waiting for a SB edition since that configuration would probably run for an 1 1/2 or 2 if you are lucky on one charge.

 

not sure if you are aware, I was one of those who returned their Envy 17 3D may I say R1? Lol to steal that from Alienware people, lol....for the SB version of the Envy 17 3D R2. I maxxed out my Envy 17 3D specs and paid after discounts and tax, around $2,200ish... so to pay close to that for this Envy 14 makes no sense.

I agree, there is no need to get a quad core for the E14...but it was fun to config.

KJ

 

+1 agreed, i7 is over kill

 

yes for the E14, but not for a gaming machine.

KJ

 

I'd argue its an overkill for a gaming machine as well.

 

eh i'd get an i7 for a gaming machine with a top end graphics card and futureproof a little bit but definitely not for the envy and its graphics card

 

- Do you expect i7 processors to be cheap?
- 8GB of RAM is a rip off IMO if you buy it from the manufacturer. No matter the company, it always is.
- You don't have to upgrade to the premium priced Radiance display
- The mobile broadband built in is another premium upgrade that most other laptops don't have.
- You selected some sort of extended warranty, which bumps up the price a few hundred dollars.

 

heck no, never! It comes with 2 years warranty. I use my Costco American Express which doubles it to 4 years of service, can't beat that...I'm still gonna wait for the Envy 17 3D SB edition.

KJ

 

I dont see the point of them bringing it back for a limited time, why? they must not like people spending another 200 bucks. I mean its pointless, I think they are just saying it to increase sales at their end.

 

I've already committed to the beats edition.

But if I were to go after the Radiance display I would do it like so.
i5-480M
6GB DDR3 System Memory (2 Dimm)
14.5" diagonal HD+ HP Radiance Infinity LED Display (1600x900)

Price 1299.99

enter NB5321

New price: 1099.99

You can get the i7, but there isn't much point, you'll get a super horrible battery life out of it, at which point I would ask, why are you not just building a desktop?

I would consider the radiance display, but I have nice 24 inch monitor at home and only need the machine so I can program on campus. The i5 is a pretty darn fast chip and unless you are doing some pretty serious stuff, I see no point for the i7. Now the i7 does have advantages for gaming but again there are sacrifices.

 

I agree, but I cant agree that i7 is much faster in gaming then i5, I have had all kinds of systems, a high end dual core with good clock speed is pretty darn fast in gaming.

 

Good point, but for some (like me) a notebook makes more sense than a desktop, even with poor battery life. I've lived abroad for ten years and have moved around a lot in that time. Lugging a desktop, monitor and speakers is not fun. I've been in Japan for many years now, and with the small apartments here notebook computers also make more sense.

Anyway, I checked on HP Japan's site and they don't have the radiance screen option. The Beats edition is the only Envy 14 they sell in either an uncustomizable i5 or a customizable i7.

Oh well, I bought the i7 a few months ago and love it even without the radiance screen. Great performance in all of my games and the slice battery helps if I need to move around.

 

I really wished they had a better coupon active now. like what the other guys said...it's about a $350 bump in price if you compare to the Envy 14 microsoft was selling the other day.

 

I hope this is permanent, too. I'm glad for this.

 

Anyone else kinda getting suspicious? Like maybe the just 'happened' to have some extras laying around to get rid of before they refresh?

 

Do you mean extra Radiance panels? If so, I'm not sure how it would benefit HP to have held them back or what a refresh would have to do with it. Could you clarify?

 

I think they actually ran out. It would take about this amount of time to find another supplier and for that supplier to be able to mass produce the product.

Since its the reason the envy got great reviews to begin with they'd be dumb not to get it back quickly. I'm sure they will use it in any refresh they come out with as well.

 

I hope they refresh the envy line soon..and still offer the radiance display..just wishful thinking

 

no, might not be wishful thinking and i can't wait to have that epic screen. *cleans 10 gal of drool off the floor* the screen + sandy bridge = EPIC WIN. more battery life would be even more awesome. all this with a quad core.

 

I don't care for the appearance of the Beats Edition myself, but I have to say that you're already doing that with the glowing HP logo.

 

black laptop = sexier

 

Plus 2 year warranty as opposed to 1 year and much smaller travel charger. Really sucks they don't offer the radiance in the beats but oh well. Beats i'll surely miss you, radiance come to poppa!

 

Hmm, doesn't seem to have been offered in Australia yet.

Does this mean we'll be able to get replacements for faulty Radiance screens?

 

after missing out on m$ deal...
please guys if you found a copun anywhere.. tell us

i am not getting it full priced after all the discounts... but still I WANT ONE ;D