When we speak of HP Firebird with VoodooDNA 802 Desktop PC, we are referring to a hi-speed desktop that features cutting-edge technology and superior computing power. HP Firebird boasts its Intel Core 2 Quad 9400 processor and its built-in Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit edition operating system with Service Pack 1. This ‘built-for speed, style and stealth’ desktop also features its 5-in-1 media card reader that allows you to transfer music and photos from your portable devices directly to your HP Firebird PC.

HP Firebird now has a price of $1,649.99 and you may pay for as low as $50 a month. It has a one-year limited software and hardware warranty but you may extend this up to years by simply calling (866) 234-1377.

The HP TouchSmart PC, which costs around $1,400 (but depending on the model and the accompanying upgrades and add-ons), has been around the market since late January of 2009. This HP product features a 22-inch touch screen display, AMD Turion 64 X2 dual core TL-52 processor, 320GB drive, 2GB SDRAM, NVIDIA GeForce Go 7600, 1.3 megapixel camera, DVD±RW / DVD-RAM burner with LightScribe, Pocket Media Drive bay, WiFi and Bluetooth. The HP TouchSmart PC package comes with a wireless keyboard, a front media reader, mouse and a stylus.

As of 2011, there are three models of HP TouchSmart PCs to choose from, the HP TouchSmart 310 PC, the HP TouchSmart 610 PC and the HP TouchSmart 9100 Business PC. To help you decide which HP TouchSmart PC is the right one for you, here are some tidbits about the three models.

HP TouchSmart 310. The cheapest among the three, this model makes use of the Genuine WIndows 7 Home Premium. It runs with AMD Athlon II processor. The screen size is 20 inches (diagonal) and has 1080p Full HD widescreen with 16:9 aspect ratio. It also has internal antennas for 802.11 wireless LAN. It has an integrated premium stereo speakers that produce crisp audio. It has a slot-loading DVD drive and a 6-in-1 digital media card reader. Expert reviews say that the HP TouchSmart 310 PC has a sturdy and handsome design and the revamped touch environment is now easier to navigate. This model has a starting price of $649.99.

HP TouchSmart 610. This model has a 23 inch, 1080p Full HD widescreen with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Like the 310 model, it runs with Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium and it has internal antennas, a slot-loading DVD drive and a 6-in-1 digital media card reader. However, the DVD drive of the 610 model can be upgraded to a Blu-ray player. It also has an integrated premium stereo speakers a built-in mic and adjustable-tilt webcam. The base can also be removed if you wish to mount the unit to the wall. Expert reviews say that the HP TouchSmart 610 PC provides fast performance at a competitive price. This model has a starting price of $899.99.

HP TouchSmart 9100 Business PC. This model makes use of the Genuine Windows 7 Professional Edition. Its display is a Touch-enabled 23-inch diagonal widescreen BrightView LCD with tilt adjustment. The processor is Intel Core 2 Duo. It has a NVIDIA MCP7A-J chipset and NVIDIA integrated graphics. It also has 8GB of memory and a disk capacity of 500 GB. You also have the option to go for a 64 GB Solid State Drive. The HP TouchSmart 9100 Business PC has a starting price of $903.00.

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