Testseek.co.uk have collected 79 expert reviews of the HP EliteBook Folio 1040 G1 and the average rating is 80%. Scroll down and see all reviews for HP EliteBook Folio 1040 G1.
April 2014
(80%)
79 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Elegant, lightweight, and durable design, Innovative ForcePad touch pad, Vivid display with wide horizontal viewing angles, Robust security tools, Long battery life
Only 1,600x900 resolution, No touch screen, Lackluster audio
Although we wish it included a 1080p touch screen, HP's $1,299 business ultrabook offers long battery life, wide viewing angles, and robust security tools, all wrapped in a sexy and durable aluminum frame. ...
Was this review helpful?
(80%)
Published: 2014-03-06, Author: Edward , review by: crn.com
Abstract: Hewlett-Packard has shed its bulky-but-rugged commercial laptops in favor of sleek-but-rugged ones. Its latest, the EliteBook Folio 1040 , is as handsome as it is durable, thanks to Intel's Ultrabook spec and HP's adherence to MIL-STD 810G endurance stand...
The HP EliteBook Folio 1040 boasts fast performance, strong security and long battery life in a slim and light design, but the clickless touchpad isn't for everyone....
Published: 2014-06-27, Author: Alex , review by: itbusiness.ca
Abstract: We featured the previous version of the EliteBook Folio, the 9470m, on last year's list, and it was one of our favourite business Ultrabooks. This year, HP has decided to make the Folio, with the 1040 G1, their top of the range business notebook, since th...
Published: 2014-07-26, Author: Joel , review by: au.pcmag.com
Slim form factor, MIL-SPEC 810G rating, Touch screen, 802,11ac Wi-Fi
VGA and Ethernet connectivity is via dongle, Sealed battery, ForcePad is novel, but requires learning new touch gestures
The rugged HP EliteBook Folio 1040 G1 ultrabook is equipped with a touch screen and trades physical connectivity for a slim and portable chassis. It's a good choice for a business that needs to buy new PCs for an entire staff...
Published: 2014-06-30, Author: Dan , review by: apcmag.com
Abstract: But then, the enterprise market is one that can benefit the most from having thin and light laptops that can easily travel with workers — and the statistics seem to show that we're teleworking away from the office more now than ever. So what makes the HP...
Was this review helpful?
(70%)
Published: 2014-06-12, Author: Ben , review by: bit.com.au
The HP Elitebook Folio 1040 G1 is a graceful ultraportable that is as good to work on as look at.Overall...
Specs a little low for the price, ForcePad feels different to a touchpad, Some 2.4GHz Wi-Fi woes
HP's business-oriented 14in Ultrabook offers a thin and light solution for enterprises, while maintaining security and management features. It's well built, performs swiftly for the most part, but its cost is high...
Published: 2014-04-01, Author: Joel , review by: au.pcmag.com
Abstract: The HP Elitebook Folio 1040 ($1,979, as tested) is a forward-looking business ultrabook that drops traditional hardware and the bulk that it entails. A pressure-sensitive ForcePad replaces the dual pointing devices of older systems, and thick ports like V...
