While everyone has been focusing on Apple and their newly updated Macbook Pro models HP has released the Envy Spectre line of consumer ultrabooks to compete with Apple's ultraportable line; the Macbook Air. The 14-inch Envy Spectre is a great looking laptop with a slick design and while being a bit heavier than other ultrabook-class machines provides great performance in a slick, glass-covered enclosure.
The Envy Spectre is the perfect laptop for someone who wants sleek styling, high-performance, long battery life and requires or prefers Microsoft Windows 7 over Apple's OS X.
Key features:
- Intel Core i5 processor @ 1.6GHz
- Intel HD 3000 graphics - same as the Macbook Pro/Air
- 128GB solid state hard drive for super fast booting and performance
- Brilliant, high-contrast 14-inch LCD screen
- Nearly 10 hour battery life for extended work or entertainment on the go
While it falls short of the promised specs by a bit it's still a great value. Most users have found that the screen isn't as bright as they would like and that the battery lasts closer to 5 hours under regular use (not 9.5 hours as HP advertises). The Envy Spectre also has a new power adapter connector that holds up better than the flimsy ones shipped on previous HP laptop designs.
Currently the best price online for the HP Envy Spectre 14-Inch Ultrabook is on Amazon.com.
Overall if you want a laptop that rivals the Macbook pro for a few hundred dollars less that runs Windows 7 and has a unique Gorilla glass covered body that will make people drool over your laptop this is the one you want.
