Isn’t she a pretty baby?
I’m really hard on my computers. It’s because I use them literally every day, sometimes for many many hours a day, and the amount of photos and videos and files I store borders on hoarding. In our household, I go through a computer about every 2 years or so.
I’ve had my current laptop now for just over two years and it’s still operating really well and is showing no signs of me throwing it off a cliff anytime soon. Two things have contributed to this. The first is that I invested in an external hard drive so I can dump thousands of pictures and files off my laptop easily. The second factor that contributes to my laptop’s long life is that it’s an HP. Up until 2 years ago I was a Dell girl – and now I’m definitely a fan of HP. I haven’t had *any* need for service on my computer in 2 years!
So, when I was given the opportunity to receive and review a brand spankin’ new HP TouchSmart Ultrabook 4 I was really excited! I know the quality behind HP computers and having a new one in the house was going to be a huge bonus for me. You see, my HP G72 has a huge 17.3″ screen which is great – but not so great when I was on a media trip recently and realized I couldn’t fit my laptop into my 15″ luggage! So, there’s something to be said for good things in small packages.
The stand-out feature of this Ultrabook is the TouchSmart screen. In a world of touch screens and Apps, it’s refreshing to see this carry over to notebooks! I wondered if I’d be annoyed at fingerprints on my screen but then realized that I don’t notice them on my other touch devices. I actually don’t notice fingerprints on my screen unless the computer is off and the screen is all dark (the same way I notice fingerprints on my other HP laptop). I also wondered how much I’d use the TouchSmart screen – after all, I’m used to a regular laptop and why use the screen when I can just use the mouse. In simple terms: because it’s fun!
Once you start flipping through the screens, opening Apps and your favorite websites and using all the features of the TouchSmart screen, it’s really – quite literally – what you reach for when using this Ultrabook. It does take some getting used to, like remembering how to get to my desktop and my Start screen (two entirely different things). But once you’re familiar with how to use it, the HP TouchSmart Ultrabook 4 is a streamlined machine perfect for business or personal use. I’m looking forward to taking it on my next press trip, inside my luggage!
Beyond the TouchScreen, other key features of the HP TouchSmart Ultrabook 4 include:
- Optimized for Windows® 8 operating system
- Vivid colour, on an 11.6- inch diagonal HD touch display
- 1080P HD webcam with digital integrated microphone for face-to-face conversations, plus an 8.0 MP camera for shooting crystal- clear photos and video
- Built for mobility with exceptional 14- hour battery life to work, surf and play all day
- HP Connected Photo allows you to sync photos across your PC, smartphone, and tablet. Crop, rotate, add captions, and more, then share with your social network
- Email, calendar, and social networks update automatically with Microsoft Windows® Connected Standby
- Equipped with Beats Audio™ and dual speakers for the best- sounding, richest audio available (with 2 speakers and 1 subwoofer!)
Having a Microsoft account isn’t necessary to use the HP TouchSmart Ultrabook 4, but it certainly makes things easier and a lot more fun. I’ve been checking out fun features already preloaded on the Ultrabook and thanks to Snapfish, have made some adorable Valentine’s for the family. Also, with xbox music ready to go with my Microsoft account, I can create my own little Valentine’s mix for my hubby. Fun! I know I’ve only just started seeing all the capabilities of the HP TouchSmart Ultrabook 4 but so far I’m in love with my new pretty baby.
One of my Canadian readers is going to win their very own HP TouchSmart Ultrabook 4 ($999.99 retail price)! To enter to win, just use the Rafflecopter form below!
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I dont even own a laptop!! it be a first!
i took over my husbands lap top he uses for work when are computer went kaput. he wants and needs it back,so i need a new one.
I would love this for my kids!!
Wow, what a cool sleek laptop! Our’s is on it’s last leg, this would be such an improvement!
I long for a word without wires and with two munchkins I would never afford this luxury for myself.
As a university student, this would simplify life so much!! Would love to bring this home
Mine is almost on it’s way out, would love to be able to win this!!!
the kids would love this!
I would love to win this laptop, mine is old has not been working properly for some time
I would love a Hp Envy Ultrabook.
i would like to give it to my kids
I’d love to win. With 3 teenagers in the house, one can’t have too many laptops
i dont have one!
I would love to win just to have a laptop! Would love to be more mobile!
Looks awesome! Would love to win this.
never owned a laptop before, would love it! would be good timing too, my desktop is making funny noises.
What a great give away! I’d love to win
Love how small it is!
I would love to win this as a gift to my niece who is attending teachers college
She has a terrible fall the other night during that cold wet rain/snow Mix and
And unfortunately she smashed her laptop in the fall. As a student of a single parent in a disability (my sister) I know she would greatly appreciate this and put it to great use. Thank you.
I need this. I’m gonna be buying o e this month and would love to save that money!
My computer is almost dead – bought in 2000 … thanks for the fb reminder ; )
I’ve never owned a laptop and would love to have one
Your new design is absolutely wonderful – would love to own it 
Thanks for the chance!
I neeeeeed this lol
never owned a laptop, still using a desktop my whole life
Would love to win so I can have a real keyboard again! A cute monster thought the keyboard looked better without keys!
So many reasons but mostly that it would be great to have one stroke of good luck for a change!
Would love to win!
Our laptop is slowly dying so we would love to be able to win a new one! I am on maternity leave this year so buying a new one at this time is out of the question.
I need one for my kids. Sharing is getting really hard.
I don’t own a laptop so this would be a nice treat. And yes I will share with my boys………maybe!!
With four people in the house, sometimes it’s hard to get on our one and only desktop computer. I’d love to have my own laptop!
I could sure use a new laptop. My man has an HP and it has lasted for years.
id love to win so i could ggive it to my daughter she need a new one
I would absolutely be delighted to win this as I never win. BUT here is hoping that that changes.!!
I need a new one…mine has o space left on it and seen a better day
We use our computers both for business and pleasure. I do a lot of work from my computer and my husband and I are also avid sailors. Having a new computer would allow us to get the latest in navigational aids so we are safer on the water.
this would really allow me to keep up to the times. Oh joy,please,please
would love a new lap top! the daughter is off to college in the fall…would definitely come in handy there
I do all my browsing etc on my phone, would love to have a good computer to use instead!
I already have HP touchscreen on my desktop and I love it, his one would be an awesome addition
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I love this computer for what it offers. The touch screen is brilliant. Would love to win one and starting on it, it will get a lot of use.
i dont have one! The touch screen is brilliant. Would love to win one and starting on it, it will get a lot of use.
I sooooo need a new Lap top my laptop is 7 years old