Posted to Notebooks 2010-01-03
If you're ready to multitask with an affordable notebook, take a look at the Toshiba Satellite T135-S1309. This lightweight model lacks some of the more useful features like DVD drive, but the ultra-portability and battery life is astounding. Despite its flaws, this is a good laptop that takes advantage of new innovations like Intel's Atom processor and combines them with extended 6-cell lithium-ion battery life to give consumers a high-value portable notebook. If you are looking for a notebook such as the T135-S1309, and you don't mind its flaws, then perhaps you should give it a try. This model measures 12.7" x 1.4" x 8.8" and weighs a mere 3.9 pounds, making it one of the most lightweight yet fully functional laptops in Toshiba's Satellite series. Despite being smaller than most other models, this one features a TruBrite TFT-LCD widescreen with LED backlight (1366 x 768 resolution), which is great for watching any multimedia. There are other impressive features, like wireless-N and HDMI, but the downside is that no DVD drive is included. If you need something powerful yet handy for on the go, the Toshiba Satellite T135-S1309 might be for you.
FeaturesDVD/CD drives have become standard in most notebooks, but the T135-S1309 does not have one (optional drive sold separately). This is a disappointment to many consumers, especially those who like to publish their creations to a disc and retrieve them at will. And unless you download your software from the Internet, you're out of luck there. Needless to say, this notebook still impresses with its 1.6GHz Atom processor (with 3GB RAM), 320GB hard drive, wireless b/g/n, 10/100 Ethernet, digital media card reader, and HDMI port. ErgonomicsCompared to the features and capabilities of this notebook, the shape and size are also astounding. Not only can you enjoy the experience of Windows 7 computing, but you can rest assured that your battery will last up to 9 hours before you must charge. If you need a very lightweight and compact notebook, and you don't want a netbook, then the T135-S1309 is definitely for you. And for the price, this user-friendly computer isn't too bad as far as ergonomics goes. The most common complaint is that it is a magnet for fingerprints. SummaryAlthough you can find notebooks with DVD/CD drives for roughly the same price as this one, very few are as lightweight and portable as the Toshiba Satellite T135-S1309. Despite being such an ergonomic-friendly notebook, this model should not be underestimated. The latest Intel Atom processor, combined with 3GB RAM, works with the integrated graphics chipset to deliver stunning quality and performance. If you are a business user or student, then you will definitely benefit from the onboard 802.11b/g/n WLAN and Ethernet networking. Although it has several annoyances (such as easiness to smear fingerprints), the Toshiba Satellite T135-S1309 is nevertheless a good computer. Pros
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