T3.com Updated:
2011-08-10 03:20:36
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HP shows it hasn't lost touch with its ability to build some of the best touchscreen All in One (AiO) PCs on the market with its flagship Touchsmart 600. HP was the first outfit to craft a touchscreen PC in 2007 using Vista as the media centre sof...
Best touch software bar none, Responsive multi-touch HD display, Stunning to look at...
Not for gamers, Lack of Firewire, Expensive...
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Over the years we've reviewed several iterations of HP's Touchsmart line (most recently last year's IQ810 ) and have watched with interest as it evolved over time. Each iteration has improved on the last and gradually dealt with niggling issues such as an...
As far as web browsing is concerned the good news is that you can at last now move web pages up and down with your finger from anywhere, without having to use side scroll bars. Hurrah. Twitter also gets its own dedicated finger friendly Touch App. Overall...
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Product Code: BN951AV The HP TouchSmart 600-1255qd is part of the latest update to the HP TouchSmart 600 all-in-one touchscreen PC range, also known as 'TouchSmart 600 Quad'. Competition is stiff in the category of big-screen all-in-one PCs. TV tuner...
As is generally the case with all-in-ones, you'll pay more for the HP TouchSmart 600-1255qd and the other members of the HP TouchSmart 600 Quad line than you would for a less compact machine. If you still aren't sold on Windows 7's touch-functionality...
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With its TouchSmart A600, HP has created what it hopes is the ultimate entertainment all-in-one PC. Things get off to a very good start and the A600 looks fantastic thanks to its neat design and glossy black plastic. Then there’s the huge 23in multi-to...
The screen's fantastic and it's a decent all round PC, but you can buy similarly-specified all-in-one computers with slightly smaller screens for a lot less...
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HP is very much an elder statesman when it comes to touchscreen PCs, having introduced its TouchSmart systems way back in January 2007. This experience stands the TouchSmart 600 in good stead. It has a responsive 23in, 1,920 x 1,200 panel, and the prop...
A good touchscreen PC that looks expensive when compared to the crowd...
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Every now and again, reviewing a new PC can be a pleasure rather than a chore. The feeling is not the result of blistering performance or a full set of ticks next to a spec list, but the natural response to using high-quality kit that works exactly as...
While the home computing market is full of business computers clumsily adapted with cheesy software and ugly peripherals, the HP TouchSmart 600 accurately targets what most people want at home: a very smart-looking, all-rounder with skilfully impleme...
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Product Code: VG253AA#ABU The HP TouchSmart 600 PC is boosted by Windows 7's gesture support, but HP's custom multitouch software is even more impressive. With Windows 7, Microsoft has built support for multitouch gestures directly into the operatin...
Even with Windows 7, touch remains an entertaining luxury rather than a killer feature; and if you can do without it, you can get a machine for a lot less cash with features and specs that are otherwise comparable. But if you're ready to reach out and...
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pcauthority.com.au Updated:
2011-11-04 16:23:53
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TouchSmart systems are the elder statesmen of the touchscreen world. HP has had plenty of time to perfect its touchscreens, and first impressions of the TouchSmart 600 are good. It has a 23in, 1920 x 1200 panel, which responds accurately and swiftly, a...
A decent touchscreen PC, but it’s a little too expensive for what it offers...
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RRP: $2299 As one of the first fruits of the Windows 7 launch, The HP TouchSmart 600 rates very highly on the instant gratification scale. With a 23-inch touchscreen, this attractive super-sized all-in-one PC has a wireless mouse and keyboard to minimi...
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As one of the first fruits of the Windows 7 launch, The HP TouchSmart 600 rates very highly on the instant gratification scale. With a 23-inch touchscreen, this attractive super-sized all-in-one PC has a wireless mouse and keyboard to minimise table ta...
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HP's TouchSmart All-in-One (AIO) PCs have certainly come a long way since their early bulky looking designs. Thanks to a bigger screen and touch capabilities, the units have evolved into a touch friendly machine that offers more than just your average exp...
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about.com Updated:
2011-08-10 03:20:36
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The Bottom LineJan 24 2011 - If you are looking for a touchscreen based all-in-one that will double as a high definition media center, then the HP TouchSmart 600-1370 is the clear choice on the market right now. HP's TouchSmart software suite is the be...
Bluray Drive And HDTV Tuner, Strong Touch Software Suite...
Mobile Processor Lags Behind Desktop Based AllInOnes, Older, Slower NVIDIA Graphics, Lacks HDMI Video Input...
Jan 24 2011 - If you are looking for a touchscreen based all-in-one that will double as a high definition media center, then the HP TouchSmart 600-1370 is the clear choice on the market right now. HP's TouchSmart software suite is the best touch applic...
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hardwaregeeks.com Updated:
2011-08-10 03:20:36
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If there is one thing your home can not be without, it’s the HP Touchsmart PC, I say that because it in my opinion is the central hub of the home. It’s a refrigerator door replacement. It’s your brand new Cook Book, it’s a radio a television its so mu...
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maximumpc.com Updated:
2011-08-10 03:20:37
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Not the fastest, but by far the best When we heard HP was building its latest TouchSmart with Intel’s Core i7 processor, we figured it was game-over for the competition: Lenovo and Sony use quad-cores, too, but they both tapped Intel’s Core 2 Quad. MSI...
Bestinbreed touchscreen; excellent webcam; IR emitter; 6GB DDR3.
Relatively slow CPU; relies on external power brick.
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Competition is stiff in the category of big-screen all-in-one PCs. TV tuners and large hard drives are becoming standard features, as manufacturers attempt to displace televisions in dorm rooms and cramped bedrooms with high-definition-capable, multito...
Impressive audio performance, Extensive media connectivity, Strong general performance...
Middling Webcam quality...
HP's latest TouchSmart packs a punch, delivering strong media-theater functionality and the line's signature TouchSmart style...
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computershopper.com Updated:
2011-08-10 03:20:37
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when we first looked at the HP TouchSmart 600, and back then, we l...
Strong productivity performance, Touch screen, Blu-ray drive, HDMI-in port, TV tuner...
Pricey, Touch apps—while better than competition's—still need work...
With freshly updated components, field-leading touch apps, a Blu-ray drive, and a bright 23-inch screen, this $1,799 TouchSmart is a top-choice all-in-one PC...
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The HP TouchSmart 600-1055 is an attempt at bringing together computing and entertainment in a way that hasn’t really been done before. Incorporating the 64-bit flavor of Windows 7 Home Premium with a 1080p high definition display, HDTV playback, and...
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chipchick.com Updated:
2011-08-10 03:20:38
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In case you missed it, Check out Part I of the HP TouchSmart 600 ReviewUsing the HP TouchSmart 600 as a CD/Digital Music Player/StereoIt’s not just about TV and movie multimedia when it comes to the the TouchSmart’s entertainment features. The sys...
Beautiful and intuitive touch based software suite, display is bright and colorful, powerful speaker system, manages to cover all of your entertainment needs in one package...
The display is a fingerprint magnet, unfortunately not every cable customer will be able to take advantage of the DVR functions...
In a nutshell, the TouchSmart manages to cover all of your multimedia and entertainment needs with aplomb: It offers easy access to Hulu, Netflix, live TV, it works as a DVR, DVD and Blu-Ray Player, as a display for your game console, and it works as a...
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Short version: HP’s TouchSmart 600 isn’t the perfect solution for a touchscreen based home computer, but it comes pretty damn close. The TouchSmart system works well as an internet home appliance, but the thing that makes it special is also where it st...
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HP’s top-of-the-line third-generation TouchSmart touchscreen PC should keep the line front and center for consumers looking for an all-in-one running a Microsoft operating system. Its sharp design, surprising utility, and inspired suite of touchscreen...
Huge, gorgeous, 16:9 1080p screen, TouchSmart suite delivers some excellent programs, Svelte and attractive design, Doubles nicely as a PVR/TV, complete with HDMI input for game consoles...
Touchscreen is still just a smidge finicky, Middling processor and graphics card could do with an upgrade, It's still a bit costly...
HP’s latest all-in-one touchscreen PC, the TouchSmart 600-1055, boasts impressive upgrades to both form and function...
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With a claim of “nearly 30-years of touch innovation” under its belt, HP is no stranger to touch-input technology. The company has recently integrated touch input into a number of its consumer and business product lines, such as tablets and displays an...
There is one last performance metric to mention, and it is one that more and more people are becoming concerned with: power consumption. We can't tell you how owning a TouchSmart 600 is going to impact your carbon footprint, but we can tell you how much p...
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HP's TouchSmart All-in-One (AIO) PCs have certainly come a long way since their early bulky looking designs. Thanks to a bigger screen and touch capabilities, the units have evolved into a touch friendly machine that offers more than just your average...
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With Windows 7, Microsoft has built support for multitouch gestures directly into the operating system. And though using your fingers to tap, flick, and pinch your way around probably won't replace the humble mouse anytime soon, HP has almost three yea...
1080p screen, Bluray drive, HDTV tuner, Excellent custom touchenabled applications...
Weak graphics performance, Limited upgradability...
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The HP TouchSmart 600-1055 PC ($1,599 list) is HP's third generation of TouchSmart PCs for the home. HP pioneered touch computing for the home and each successive generation has gotten better. The latest model combines HP's Touch experience with Mic...
Blu-ray player. True 1080p HD. Ambient Lighting. Bluetooth and 802.11 b/g/n. Minimal bloatware. Kitchen friendly. Very adjustable. Wireless everything but power and TV. HDMI and game inputs.
Only 60-day subscription to Norton Internet Security. Some competitors offer Quad Core at this price point. $100-200 more expensive than rivals.
The HP TouchSmart 600-1055 PC is HP's top-of-the-line Windows 7 PC that shows how touch screen interfaces are going mainstream...
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The HP TouchSmart 600 is sort of like a girl I "dated" in fourth grade. I can't say I loved her, but I can say that I really, really liked her a lot. But the TouchSmart never wore braces. Price Starts at $1,050 on October 22nd. $1600 as tested. Our Co...
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 1920 x 1080 pixels 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM 1.5 TB NVIDIA® GeForce® G210 Windows 7 Home Premium Black All-in-One PCs/Workstations (XS909EA#ABH)")
