HP, the world’s largest technology company, on April 30, 2010 unveiled a new range of notebooks to celebrate individuality and diversity in life at ‘My Life, My HP’ on April 28, 2010. The new range of notebooks unveiled will cover a range of needs and demands of everyday consumers, in aspects varying from style, price, size, and computing needs.
The notebooks include:

- Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC: The new high-performing notebook features the subtle curves and mesmerizing etched details of the new Compaq Textured Imprint design.

- HP Pavilion dv3 Entertainment Notebook PC: Designed to help you live life without limits, the latest HP Pavilion dv3 Entertainment Notebook PC redefines power and performance in a portability package.

- HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition Notebook PC: Combining Vivienne Tam’s stunning “Butterfly Lovers” design with premium PC technology, the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition is poised to become the next must-have accessory.

HP Unveils New Range of Notebooks

Compaq Presario CQ42
Everyone deserves a well-designed computer. Featuring subtle curves and the mesmerizing etched details of the new in-mold design, the new Compaq Presario notebook PC offer a stylish and sophisticated aesthetic without compromising on price.

The new Compaq Presario CQ42 leverage the latest Intel® Core™ processers(1), and offer powerful productivity and value packaged in a stylish exterior that looks as good as it performs.

Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC_Biscotti

At a starting weight of 2.2-kilos(2), the Compaq Presario CQ42 offers a balance of performance and mobility in design. Available in polished Biscotti or alluring Matte Black, the stylish and durable Compaq Textured Imprint and matte design of the notebook also minimize against the appearance of fingerprints and makes it easier to clean and maintain. 

Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC_Matte Black

HP Pavilion dv3 Entertainment Notebook PC
Enjoy entertainment on your own terms with a notebook that moves at the speed of life. Packed with 640GB HDD and Intel® Core™ i7 processor (Quad Core™)(3), show off your favorite digital content in superior quality with a 13.3-inch diagonal High-Definition HP BrightView LED Display(4), DirectX®11 discrete graphics, as well as switchable graphics technology for Intel® HD Graphics and ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 5450 graphics card.

Configurable with up to 8GB System Memory (5), you can enjoy more of your favorite music and movies with Dolby Advanced Audio, Altec Lansing Internal Speakers, and exclusive HP MediaSmart software. The Digital Personal Fingerprint Reader (6) and HP ProtectSmart also help to protect your data and manage your online security.

You will also be able to surf the Internet, access your photos, music and more in just seconds without booting up your notebook with HP QuickWeb.(11,12)

The new HP Pavilion dv3 represents the perfect balance of mobility and performance. With support for Quad Core™(7) performance and DirectX® 11 graphics in brand new colors, textures and designs, the HP Pavilion dv-series notebooks will impress even the most discerning of entertainment enthusiasts.

HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition Notebook PC
Reflecting Vivienne Tam’s spring 2010 collection, the mini notebook design is inspired by the classic Chinese love story, “Butterfly Lovers”, a beautiful tale of freedom, romance and inspiration. Integrated directly into the mini notebook’s lid using HP Imprint technology, the design is as durable as it is stunning.

The HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition is the ideal companion PC for the highly mobile, Internet-centric fashionista, providing freedom and fun with up to 5.5 hours of battery time.(8) It has a 10.1-inch diagonal LED widescreen display and a keyboard that is 93 percent of the size of a standard notebook PC keyboard.

Partnering with Beats™ by Dr. Dre™, HP has included high-performance audio software that enables listeners to experience music – through headphones or external speakers – the way artists intended.

HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition

The HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition comes with 2 gigabytes (GB) of memory and large hard-drive options up to 320 GB, HP QuickWeb(11,12), automatic backup software and Microsoft Windows® 7 Basic.(9)

The launch of the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition coincides with the unveiling of the HP 2010 Tech Chic program which aims to marry fashion and technology through a series of activities designed to engage more deeply with women. 

About Vivienne Tam
Vivienne Tam is a leading designer fashion house founded in 1994. The company produces, designs and markets women’s contemporary apparel distributed in major department stores, specialty stores and independent boutiques throughout the U.S. The company also has a strong presence in the Asia Pacific region with over 30 freestanding stores and in-store boutiques.

The Vivienne Tam brand’s unique positioning – designs that meld the aesthetic and feminine mystique of Asia with the spirit of the modern world – is well recognized around the globe. The company’s philosophy is to create harmonious clothing that enhances one’s personality while at the same time provides fashionable clothing for modern women that is beautifully designed, superior in quality, wearable, easy to travel with and affordable. www.viviennetam.com.