Description
f you’re looking for a netbook with great battery life and good durability then the new HP Mini 5102 might be exactly what you need. You can even configure this netbook with a touchscreen for a tablet-like experience. Keep reading to find out if this business-class netbook is worth the price.
Screen and Speakers
The 10.1-inch screen on the Mini 5102 is a nice LED-backlit display panel with a 1024×600 native resolution. The matte screen surface is a welcome change compared to the glossy screens we usually see in netbooks.
Keyboard and Touchpad
As previously mentioned, the HP Mini 5102 features a large, spill-resistant keyboard that is 95% of full size. Most of the primary keys are the same size as the keys you’ll find on a typical notebook and the spacing is likewise normal, but the space bar and some of the keys that are used less frequently are smaller than normal.
Build and Design
The HP Mini 5102 line of laptops designed for small and medium businesses. The brushed metal lid features a durable black finish and only suffers from a slight amount of flex under heavy pressure.