Toshiba Tecra S4

14 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (3)
Resolution (1)
Battery (1)

Negative
Portability (5)
Design (3)
Keyboard (2)
Touchpad (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the resolution. The battery also gets good feedback. There are some mixed opinions about the screen. Some have doubts about the touchpad and keyboard.

sound, battery, resolution

portability, design, keyboard, touchpad

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Laptops the Toshiba Tecra S4 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Loyd Case (pcworld.com)

Toshiba Satellite U845W-S410 Review: An Ultrabook for Film Buffs

This is a unique time in the PC business. After years of turning out boring, 15.6-inch laptops and midsize-tower desktop PCs, PC makers are experimenting with new and intriguing designs. Case in point: the Toshiba Satellite U845W. Available in two...

Unique, widescreen display ; Excellent audio quality

Keyboard lacks feedback; touchpad too sensitive ; Display colors seem muted; limited viewing angles

This elegant-looking laptop targets movie buffs, but it's not a good choice for productivity or gaming.

Aug, 2012

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Expert review by: Scott Stein (cnet.com)

Toshiba Satellite U845W-S410

Now that ultrabooks have hit the mainstream, the evolution of slimmer laptops has started to undergo Darwinian mutation. Consider the oddity that is the Toshiba Satellite U845W: a compact Core i5 ultrabook that has a ridiculously wide 21:9-ratio...

A clean design, impressive-sounding speakers, an extra-large 14.4-inch wide-screen display, and good battery life make the Toshiba Satellite U845W a solid ultrabook with some notable extras.

That extra-wide screen, when it works with movie files, can be fun; but many streaming video services don't play nicely, and the U845W lacks a DVD player. The screen height is smaller than the average 13-inch laptop, and the keyboard is not that...

The media-geared Toshiba Satellite U845W has an extra-wide 21:9 screen and Harman Kardon speakers, but no DVD or Blu-ray player. The screen is a novelty act that offers some benefits, but it's really no better than your standard laptop for most uses.

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by: Brian Westover (pcmag.com)

Toshiba Satellite U845W-S410

People have been using laptops to enjoy movies on the go for years. With an extra-wide screen and sweet-sounding Harman/Kardon speakers, the Toshiba Satellite U845W-S410 is targeted to be a dream laptop for movie lovers. But the oddly shaped ultrabook...

Extra-wide 21:9 screen is a boon for movie-lovers. Harman/Kardon speakers sound great

Display is wonky for everything but widescreen movies. Bloatware. Inconvenient dimensions

The Toshiba Satellite U845W-S410 will attract movie lovers craving extra-widescreen entertainment, but the 21:9 display winds up being more of an inconvenient gimmick than a feature.

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Expert review by: Eric Grevstad (computershopper.com)

Toshiba Satellite U845W-S410

You've probably read laptop reviews where the author says casually, "The bright, sharp screen is just made for watching movies and videos," so let's be very clear here: The Toshiba Satellite U845-S410's screen is literally, specifically made for...

Super-wide 21:9 display makes watching movies a Hollywood experience ; Suitable for arranging application windows side by side ; HDMI, Ethernet, and three USB 3.0 ports

Dependent on searching for streaming/download 21:9 content ; Split screen can make for small text ; A bit unwieldy compared to other 14-inch ultrabooks

Its super-wide 21:9 aspect ratio screen makes Toshiba's 14.4-inch ultrabook ideal for the latest movies and videos, but a bit ungainly for everyday use.

Aug, 2012

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Consumer review by: JustAnotherVictim (cnet.com)

"HD crashed after 2 months"

They run some racket where if a part under warranty breaks they make up some other issue that costs over 200 dollars to fix for them to replace the HD. REal scam artists, and technical knowledge I encountered was insulting.

Will never buy Toshiba again

Worst customer service ever

Aug, 2012

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Consumer review by: Riki Lam (cnet.com)

"Stylish ultrabook good for both work and play on-the-go"

The Pros:

1. High resolution density (+1 star)

1. Blocked air vents (-2 stars)

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by: Loyd Case (techworld.com)

Toshiba Satellite U845W-S410 review

The U845W ultimately shapes up as an executive toy rather than as a serious attempt to address the needs of mobile film buffs. The 21:9 display comes across as a gimmick, especially when you factor in the omission of Blu-ray even as an option. You can...

Aug, 2012

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Product Specifications

Audio Input

Type:Microphone

Audio Output

Type:Sound card

Battery

Run Time (Up To):2.8hour(s)/3.2hour(s)

Technology:Lithium ion

Cache Memory

Installed Size:2MB/4MB

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:11in

Height:1.5in

Weight:6.4lbs

Width:13.3in

Display (Projector)

Color Support:24-bit (16.7 million colors)

Diagonal Size:15in

Diagonal Size (metric):38.1cm

Max Resolution:1024 x 768/1400 x 1050

Technology:TFT active matrix

Widescreen Display:

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Compatibility:PC

Country Kits:Belgium/Canada

Localization:English/French

Manufacturer:Toshiba

Model:S4/S4-125

Packaged Quantity:1

Product Line:Toshiba Tecra

Input Device

Type:AccuPoint / Keyboard / Touchpad/AccuPoint II / Keyboard / Touchpad

Mainboard

Data Bus Speed:667MHz

Modem

Max Transfer Rate:56Kbps

Protocols & Specifications:ITU V.92

Type:Fax / modem

Networking

Data Link Protocol:Bluetooth 2.0 EDR / Ethernet / Fast Ethernet / Gigabit Ethernet / IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g/Ethernet / Fast Ethernet / Gigabit Ethernet / IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g

Type:Network adapter

Wireless LAN Supported:

Yes