HP Envy 4-1030us 14-Inch Ultrabook (Black)



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HP Envy 4-1030us 14-Inch Ultrabook (Black)

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Start up in seconds without sacrificing storage because the HP ENVY 4-1030us, an Ultrabook, has a super-responsive mSATA and hard disk drive. Automatically keep your PC cool and comfortable on the go with HP CoolSense technology. Plus, hear music the way the artists intended using Beats Audio. At less than 1-inch slim and under 4 pounds, this ultra-thin and ultra-fast notebook is designed to help you do everything without weighing you down. Integrated Bluetooth helps you sync your HP laptop to other digital devices, like your smartphone or desktop PC, without using cables. Plus, print, e-mail and browse the web wirelessly using built-in Wi-Fi. Edit documents and watch videos on the 14.0-inch diagonal high-definition LED-backlit display. Stream content to your HD TV with Intel Wireless Display, too. The HP ENVY 4-1030us Ultrabook has plenty of style with the brushed aluminum finish in midnight black. You can video chat in low-light environments using the integrated HP TrueVision HD webcam. Plus, transfer photos from a memory card to your notebook using the digital media reader. HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection helps prevent data loss. And if you want to back up files on DVDs, pair your HP laptop with an external optical drive (sold separately) that can be plugged one of the USB ports.


  • Intel Core i5-3317U Processor 1.70GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.60GHz
  • 4 GB SDRAM RAM
  • 500 GB 5400rpm Hard Drive
  • 14-Inch Screen, Intel HD Graphics 4000
  • Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit


HP Envy 4-1030us 14-Inch Ultrabook (Black) Reviews


HP Envy 4-1030us 14-Inch Ultrabook (Black) Reviews


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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent computer, speed, looks, easy to use, July 26, 2012
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Gabriel's Buddy (Carrboro, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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This computer is well designed, fast, and easy to use - an excellent choice for most people for use at home or school. It is an Ultrabook, which means it is Windows-based computer that is thin, reasonably light, and has an Intel chipset inside. The designation is owned by Intel so only Intel-based computers can be called Ultrabooks. The other large maker of chips, AMD, calls it's equivalent "Sleekbooks" and this model computer also comes in an AMD variation for a bit less money (and a bit less performance).

This runs Windows 7 x64, which is an excellent operating system. I know there are major debates about operating systems, but I think we are fortunate to have several excellent ones from which to choose. Windows is my preference in my household and is on our 5 other computers. I won't go further into this because the operating system is largely independent of the computer hardware. If you don't have a strong preference, Windows will work great for you; if you do and... Read more
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fantastic Ultrabook, July 26, 2012
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The HP Envy 4-1030us Ultrabook is a fantastic machine! I ordered this because of the look, the thin and light design, and the amazing features. And it didn't disappoint!

Pros:
- This laptop looks amazing! I love the black and red scheme and the bottom really is fun to touch (and not too hot thanks to HP Cool Sense).
- The keyboard and touch pad are fun to use! Typing is an absolute breeze and the gestures on the touch pad are incredibly intuitive and efficient. The back-lit keyboard can be turned on and off easily.
- The battery life is phenomenal.
- The screen looks great and is the perfect size for mobile performance. The screen resolution looks good at this size.
- Incredibly fast start-up and shutdown times. General responsiveness is great.
- The built in audio is about as good as it gets. External audio still sounds better (it always does), but the speakers do go a long way.
- The CPU does well at balancing performance and... Read more
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Good, Not Great, July 30, 2012
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Bradley Bevers "the lucid blog" (Brenham, TX) - See all my reviews
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This laptop has a lot for the price, but for all of the value it offers there are a few negatives that take away from the overall experience.

The Good:

* Looks great. Aluminum, thin, sturdy - built to last and look good at the same time.

* Screen is bright, large.

* Love the full size keyboard. I have large hands and some laptop keyboards are way too small. This feels great.

* Nice "extras" - back-lit keyboard, easy access to buttons, great HD camera on the front, etc.

* Easy, ready to use out of the box. Plug in and go.

The Bad:

* The speakers sound very average. This would not be that big of a deal - the are laptop speakers after all - but HP is featuring the speakers as a big plus of this computer. One of things I was really looking forward to, disappointed to say the least. Very hollow sound, not much better than the "tinny" sound that comes from most laptops.

* Runs slower than... Read more
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