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That has nothing to do with the notebook/netbook differentiation (well in my book). Netbooks tend to have Atom class processors, limited RAM and hard disks.

The DM3 is just a very thin and well put together notebook - without a DVD drive. It is relatively fast - though clearly not a gaming rig. ]]>Nov 13th 2009 10:30PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/ floss and gloss IMO. At least you can swap out that GMA. Pretty good review, Nilay.]]>Nov 13th 2009 5:36PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 5:56PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
anyway, if you're looking at getting this, try one of the glossy trackpads in a store before you completely write it off.]]>Nov 13th 2009 8:12PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/The only downside is the overall look - there are more fingerprints on it than in your usual CSI episode.]]>Nov 13th 2009 8:47PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
I'm also familiar with the screen issues, as well. It seems a fair amount of HP's machines suffer from dim displays as of late. They're not very bright at all. I always want them to ramp up several more levels in brightness.

Too bad. But on the bright side, it looks as if HP only has a couple of things to fix, which they can easily do. Now they just have to determine to make it happen.
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He better be in the next article. ]]>Nov 13th 2009 5:50PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 5:50PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 14th 2009 2:43AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
Pros:
1) Very thin
2) Very nice screen (16:9)
3) Doesn't weight too much (4.2lbs)
4) It has a multitouch trackpad.
5) CPU performance far exceeds Atom chips. I doubt even the Pine Trial refresh will beat the AMD chips in this thing.

Cons:
1) AMD version had maybe 4 hours max and that's using the HD 3200. Expect less with the 4330.
2) Got very, very warm. Too hot for your lap.
3) Multitouch is hit or miss. Definitely not a reason to specifically buy this laptop.


Meh (or in between):
1) Most people will hate the trackpad because it has far too much traction. As you get more finger oils onto it, it will get slicker, but this requires you not to wipe down the trackpad or your back to square one again.
2) Not typical notebook performance (notice, I didn't put this as a pure con). Dont' spent a lot of money tricking this out, and you'll get better bang with your buck elsewhere. Say under $800 to keep it reasonable.

My recommendation: Probably good enough to be a secondary computer to take notes on, and even the base $500 AMD configuration FAR exceeds what any notebook will ever offer you. If you have any reason to start configuring above that besides getting 4GB of RAM, I feel you're spending too much. Neither the AMD or Intel version (unless you get the very high end 2.26Ghz CPU) is fast enough to be used as your only computer, so save yourself the headache and look elsewhere.

Just my thoughts.]]>Nov 13th 2009 5:52PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 5:55PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 5:58PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 7:10PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 5:53PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 6:01PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 6:29PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 6:56PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/

Yes, I did take it that far.]]>Nov 13th 2009 5:54PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
So I didn't.

I'm not a rich snob or anything just to let y'all know. I Never have dollars. ]]>Nov 13th 2009 5:56PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/touchpad and replace it with something a little more functional.

Am I in for a serious project here or will this be a relatively
simple operation?
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I'm very tempted by this machine, the battery life, price and portability would make it ideal for uni.]]>Nov 13th 2009 5:59PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 6:05PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 8:32PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
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Windows 7 Ultimate runs just fine in Boot camp for the times when I feel the need to jump into a first person shooter. Personally I would never buy an HP just because they stick norton on it in the factory... there are much better and cheaper Antivirus ans security suite programs out there. Do some research HP and quit releasing crap onto the market place... ]]>Nov 13th 2009 7:02PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
This machine is pretty amazing for its price, I got a dm3z, and it responds quickly and doesn't lag at all really even though it only has a dual-core 1.6 ghz, and even with its high portability, it could compete with my 2 years old desktop spec-wise,

]]>Nov 13th 2009 7:13PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
Yes, I will bitch about it because not only did you ignore it, every other review on the planet has been for the AMD version and were all courteous enough to mention that it has both.]]>Nov 13th 2009 7:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
In terms of performance, it's a damn hot machine. Mine is specced out with the 2.26Ghz intel core 2 on 4 gigs of DDR3 and a 7200 rpm disc, pushing that nVidia GPU. Absolutely nothing to complain about there, it easily bests my Vaio FW in terms of sheer performance. We're talking Macbook Pro 13 performance, Macbook Air chassis, and sub Macbook pricing here. Economically speaking, only a fool or zealot would buy a Mac over one of these.

Submitted for your consideration.]]>Nov 13th 2009 7:33PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
I have the same one you do. I agree 100%! A fantastic laptop! I have NO issues!!! Best money spent!]]>Nov 13th 2009 8:13PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 14th 2009 3:37PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Adding to the consensus, to my knowledge, all consumer hp laptops have the same glossy trackpads. Once the trackpad is greased up and the sensitivity upped, they're fine to use (I have a dv4t).]]>Nov 19th 2009 11:47AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
I'm considering the same configuration, cant help debating the 500gig 7200rpm hdd vs the 160 gig HDD
If anyone could help with this...

My concerns are:

1) I know the ssd is gonna improve performance, can i get the performance specs on the ssd module HP uses on the dm3t.

2) With all the CPU+GPU powah! whats the battery life like?
I'm aware that the sp9300 power rating is 10watts higher than the su7300.

Thanks!!]]>Dec 17th 2009 4:20AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 8:04PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 8:29PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/
First, it creates finger print smudges every time you use it, making you want to wipe it off each time. It's either that, or people will think you're using a dirty computer.

Second, it hurt my finger. I tried moving across it really fast, and it gives me a finger burn. I think I'll pay a little bit more and go to Sony. Their trackpad is smooth and responsive.]]>Nov 13th 2009 8:39PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 8:59PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 9:21PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/13/hp-dm3t-review/Nov 13th 2009 10:23PM