eMachines M2352 Notebook PC (2.20 GHz Athlon XP 3000+, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)

eMachines M2352 Notebook PC (2.20 GHz Athlon XP 3000+, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)
Manufacturer: EMACHINES
Product Type: Personal Computer

Editorial Review:
Product Description
Thin is definitely "in" with the sleek M2352. You get the power and high performance of desktop processing in a slim notebook. The M2352 is ideal for the user who demands the utmost in mobility and requires the freedom and flexibility to be productive no matter where they are. The 54g wireless LAN allows you split-second Web access worldwide - at airports, schools, coffee houses or any hotspot. Features include: mobile AMD Athlon XP 3000+ processor, Microsoft Windows XP Home, 512 MB memory, 60 GB hard drive, ATi RADEON IGP 320 Graphics card, CD-RW/DVD combo drive and a generous 15.4" widescreen. Everything is backed by eMachines' world-class support. The M2352 is an irresistible blend of cutting-edge technology, style and value. And it's ready when you are - anytime, anyplace, anywhere.
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The Basics:
Not so large that they're prohibitively cumbersome or so compact that they're prohibitively expensive, Gateway's newest eMachines blend sensible styling with many of today's most desirable amenities and enough power for typical notebook tasks. This model, the eMachines M2352 Notebook PC, sports a high-end AMD Athlon CPU, wireless connectivity and a movie-friendly widescreen display. Other models in the new eMachines series offer goodies such as DVD recording, enhanced 3D graphic capabilities and futuristic 64-bit CPUs, yet the eMachines M2352 is nevertheless a solid yet very affordable choice for business and personal users alike.

Processor:
At the heart of any computer lies the CPU (processor), a massive array of miniature transistors that governs the speed and power of the entire unit. Some of today's notebooks are equipped with high-end CPU's on par with those found in top-of-the-line desktop PCs, while others are quick enough only for basic duties such as word processing, email and the like. The eMachines M2352 is equipped with an AMD Athlon XP 3000 CPU operating at 2.2 GHz. This is a powerful processor that compares favorably in real world tests to current high-end Intel Pentium 4 CPUs, even though its 2.2 GHz clock speed is not as high as the 3-plus GHz of today's fastest Pentium 4s. Forward-thinking folks should note that this is a 32-bit processor, not one of the new 64-bit processors found in some state-of-the-art desktops such as the eMachines M6811. Nevertheless, it is quite sufficient for most any application, from business to entertainment and all stops in between.

Memory:
Computers typically store information on their hard drive, but they keep frequently and recently accessed data in Random Access Memory (RAM) for faster retrieval. More RAM means more efficient computing, superior multitasking and less strain on your hard drive. The eMachines M2352 incorporates 512 MB of RAM of PC2700 DDR RAM, an average allotment and speed for midlevel and high-end notebooks. But unlike many current portables, which allow you to expand your RAM to one or two GB or more, this unit supports a maximum of only 768 MB. This should not be an issue for most users, though anyone who plans to engage in ultra-heavy-duty multitasking or other high-drain procedures such as multi-track audio recording should explore notebooks that support more RAM, such as the eMachines M6810 or M6811.

Video:
CPU's are usually so busy doing basic calculations that they need help translating visual output to the viewing screen, a duty that falls upon the graphics card (or graphics controller). This system's graphics controller is an ATI Mobility Radeon IGP 320 with 64 MB of shared video memory. This is not a particularly high-end video controller, as it appropriates up to 64 MB of the system's main memory rather than providing its own "dedicated" video memory. As such, the system will accurately display 2D and many midlevel 3D tasks, but is not recommended for the latest 3D games or other demanding applications such as 3D animation and 3D graphic design.

Display:
Some of today's largest notebooks are equipped with massive 17-inch displays, while many super-compact "ultra-lights" sport substantially smaller 12-inch displays. The eMachines M2352 features a midsize 15.4-inch display in the same widescreen format favored by moviemakers.

Hard Disk:
While the integrated 60 GB hard disk isn't particularly generous by desktop standards, it's considered quite adequate in a notebook and therefore satisfactory for those who need to operate a broad range of applications and also keep a small library of space-gobbling music and/or multimedia files.

Optical Drive:
An optical drive is essential in today's computing environment. A "CD-ROM" drive allows you to install CD-based applications and play music CDs. A "CD-RW" drive adds CD "burning", so you can also backup your important files to long-lasting discs and create personalized music CDs. With a DVD-ROM drive you can watch DVD movies. And with a DVD-RW drive, you can "write" home movies to durable discs and archive files to DVD (DVDs boast more than seven times the storage capacity of a CD). Most drives allow you to do a combination of all of these tasks. This system features a CD-RW/DVD drive through which you can play and burn CDs and play DVDs.

Audio:
The eMachines M2352 is equipped with an integrated audio chip, built-in stereo speakers, a microphone jack and headphone/audio out.

Keyboard and Controls:
You'll control your notebook via a standard mobile keyboard and a touchpad with vertical scroll zone.

Connectivity and Expansion:
The eMachines M2352 offers a wide variety of ways to keep in touch, including a 56K modem for low-speed dial-up Internet and email access, a 10/100Mbps Ethernet port for high-speed wired network and Internet, and an integrated 802.11g wireless connection for cord-free e-communication at home, at the office or on the road via a local public hotspot. Other key amenities include four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play devices such as external drives and digital cameras, an IEEE 1394 FireWire port (commonly used for quick data uploads from digital camcorders), and an S-Video Out for feeding the display to a television set.

Operating System and Software:
Gateway has fitted the unit with today's most popular operating system, Microsoft's Windows XP Home Edition. Other applications include Microsoft's Works 7.0 productivity suite, Microsoft's Money 2004 financial center, and an array of multimedia and Internet utilities.

Dimensions and Weight:
Notebook computers are manufactured in a wide variety of sizes and weights. Many of today's most powerful notebooks are also the largest, weighing ten or twelve lbs or more and therefore too big and bulky for extensive, continuous traveling. These are often referred to as "desktop replacements". On the other extreme are "thin and lights" or "ultra-portables", super-miniaturized units that generally aren't as powerful as their larger brethren but weigh as little as two lbs and fit comfortably inside a large purse. At 7.5 lbs and 14 by 10.4 by 1.6 inches, the eMachines M2352 is of medium size.

Power:
The unit is equipped with an 8-cell Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery.

Average customer rating: 4.0

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Manufacturer: Body Glove
Product Group: Wireless
Binding: Wireless Phone Accessory
ASIN: B000FOEFXO

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Great protective case.......2006-08-09

I saw the price that Amazon was selling this case at through bargaincell and I had to jump on it. The case does protect the phone well although I do wish it had been a one piece because the protective plastic doesn't protect the 4 way scroll and the end/send buttons and softkeys surrounding it. The case is real leather and does protect against moisture as well as helping to prevent your phone's screen and the phone itself from receiving the usual drops, bumps and shocks associated with daily use. The screens are protected but not the camera lens. My 2 main gripes about this case are 1 the areas that protect the screen get smudged very easily and you have to make the phone's backlighting come on a lot of times to see what's on your screen. 2 the case is very difficult to put on and take off. The bottom part comes off easily but the area that protects the fold itself is very time consuimg and a pain in the rear to take off. You have to sort of "Peel" it meaning you have to gently pull on both sides of the top part to get it to move and sometimes you get a lot of resistance both putting on and taking off. I broke a blood vessel in my thumb in the process of taking it off so use caution when removing it. Other than that it's a great case for your phone.

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