The New Nation - Internet Edition

Mahbubur Rahman Khan

If Bangladesh is an advancing boat in the sea of technology, in an attempt to expedite its move in forward Hewlet-Packard (HP) brings attractive mini notebook cum laptop for the Bangladeshi boatmen.

HP unveiled three new inspirational HP notebooks-13.3 inch HP Pavilion dv3000, 12.1 inch diagonal Compaq Presario CQ20 and 8.9 inch HP 2133 Mini-Note PC on 31st July at a market of Dhaka city.

Designed by HP's award winning design team, the HP Pavilion dv3000 Entertainment Notebook PC comes in a new HP Pavilion form factor of 13.3 inches with a full-sized keyboard. It exudes a strong sense of style and professionalism with its new 'Mesh' HP Imprint Finish that presents an array of tiny squares, which give a visual representation of structure, strength and precision.

Primarily targeted at mobile road warriors, games and entertainment hobbyists, the HP Pavilion dv3000 Notebook Entertainment PC gives mobile freedom while keeping you connected on the go. It offers the latest in Dual Core processor technology to manage any productivity or multimedia application. The notebook computer also comes with latest NVIDIA card to deliver superb graphics for gamers and multimedia users. Using Intelâ Centrinoâ Duo mobile technology that ensures extended battery life and a reliable wireless connection, the HP Pavilion dv3000 Entertainment Notebook PC gives confidence to go the extra mile. The full-sized colour-matched keyboard enhances ergonomic comfort and ease of use, and increases wear resistance and overall durability.

HP recognizes that security is critical for all consumers to safeguard their precious family photos, personal data. Alleviating the need to memorize multiple passwords, an integrated Fingerprint Reader offers the latest in biometric technology so easy access to online shopping and personal emails. The HP 3D Drive Guard protects the hard drive while users are on the go to prevent data corruption or loss and system failure caused by operational shock.

The HP Pavilion dv3000 Entertainment Notebook PC is available in the country at an estimated street price from Tk 168,999.

The Compaq Presario CQ20 introduces "Unity," a new Imprint with circles layer upon each other to build a framework of strength and unity to evoke harmony and completeness. All combined as an eye-catching design under a smooth, high gloss coating to reflect a user's personal technology style.

The Compaq Presario CQ20 Notebook PC offers the latest must-have mobile technology in a versatile notebook that's built to travel. A 12.1 inch diagonal High Definition display with Bright View teachnology and immerse sound from an Altec Lansing speaker system make watching DVD a pleasure. Users can research online, send e-mail and work on projects at the same time.

The new notebook join the HP Pavilion dv2000, HP Pavilion dv6000, HP Pavilion dv9000, HP Pavilion tx2000, Compaq Presario C700 and Compaq Presario V6000 to expand the company's comprehensive portfolio of consumer notebook offerings.

The new Compaq Presario notebook is built for lasting performance and ease of use at a value. Selected new Compaq Presario notebook features QuickPlay which clean interface enables fast and easy access to entertainment playback and more. Adding music to photos and videos is as simple as dragging tunes from the user's playlist.

The Compaq Presario CQ20 Notebook PC is available at an estimated street price from Tk 102,900.

KP Sim Category Manager, Personal Systems Group, HP Asia Emerging Countries, said, "True to its design and innovation promise, HP was the first notebook manufacturer to offer a signature in-mould HP Imprint design for its consumer notebook computers. The HP Imprint designs are a reflection of HP's attunement to consumers' personal styles and design preferences."

He added, "The 'Mesh' and 'Unity' HP Imprint Finish are welcome additions to the growing collection of inspirational designs that indulges a personal touch to computing. Conceived through inspirational imagery, travel stories and lifestyle trends, they emboy the synergy and blend of technology and fashion that speak of progressiveness and inspiration."