Toshiba Satellite T235D-S1350 TruBrite 13.3-Inch Ultrathin Laptop (Black)

by Toshiba

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 12.7 x 1 inches ; 3.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5.9 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B003LPUUOM
• Item model number: PST4AU-00W002
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,808 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 20, 2010

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Toshiba Satellite T235: Ultra-Thin Portability with Long Battery Life

Get laptop-class size and performance from the ultrathin Toshiba Satellite T235 notebook PC with 13.3-inch screen (model T235-S1350), which weighs less than 4 pounds and measures less then 1 inch thin. Offering the performance, flexibility and functionality you expect in a standard-sized laptop but in a highly portable and efficient package, this T235 features a power-efficient Intel ultra-low voltage processor with dual-core power.

Fusion Chrome Finish in Gemini Black.

Weighing just under 4 pounds, the ultrathin Toshiba Satellite T235 features a 13.3-inch LED backlit screen (see larger image).

Premium styling with a Fusion Chrome Finish in Gemini Black (see larger image).

The full-sized keyboard makes it comfortable for extended on-the-go typing (see larger image).

The T235 has a full-sized keyboard and full-sized touchpad with multi-touch capabilities, enabling greater flexibility to browse and control what's happening on-screen with gesture commands--including two-finger pinch, swipe, rotate and scroll. It's also been designed to be environmentally conscious with a power-efficient, mercury-free LED backlit display that also provides brilliantly colorful imagery for photos and video thanks to the native HD TruBrite screen.

Thanks to the built-in webcam and Toshiba Face Recognition software on this machine, you'll enjoy a more convenient way to communicate, log on or share your laptop among the family. Other Toshiba exclusive features include a power-saving Eco Utility to help reduce power consumption based on your needs, USB Sleep-and-Charge port, and a hard drive impact sensor that protects your data. And it's sure to stand out in the crowd thanks to the stunning Fusion Chrome Finish in Gemini Black.

This Satellite comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version).

Key Features

• 13.3-inch widescreen HD TruBrite LED-Backlit display not only renders stunning visuals, but it uses less power (1366 x 768 resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio).
  

• 1.2 GHz Intel Pentium U5400 ultra-low voltage processor (3 MB L2 cache) offers two cores of processing power and features Intel SpeedStep technology, helping your system to dynamically adjust processor voltage and core frequency to decrease power consumption and heat production.
  

• 320 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
  

• 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (expandable to 8 GB)
  

• Intel HD Graphics with 64 MB - 1696 MB dynamically allocated shared graphic memory.
  

• Wireless Connectivity
  • With its integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking capabilities, this laptop provides up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range using 802.11n-compatible routers as you would with 802.11g networks. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found at Wi-Fi hotspots and in older home routers.
    

• Included Toshiba Software:
  • Toshiba Media Controller offers simplified media sharing. Using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, it lets you share videos, music and pictures from the media library on your laptop with compatible devices in your home entertainment network, or with other compatible laptops and devices, like an Xbox 360 game console. And you can do it all without moving equipment, burning discs or fumbling with cables.
  • Toshiba Bulletin Board is an easy-to-use organizational and productivity app that lets you build your own personalized space on your desktop. With Toshiba Bulletin Board, you can quickly and easily manage your to-do lists and calendars, plus create your own custom work area by pinning your favorite photos, documents, links and more.
  • Toshiba ReelTime helps you cut down the time it takes to search for files. The easy-to-use app takes traditional text-based file structures one step further to help you find what you're looking for more quickly. Accessible from your taskbar, it shows you a visual timeline of your recently accessed files--using graphical thumbnails--so you can easily identify and get to your files faster.
    

• Included Toshiba Utilities:
  • Toshiba eco Utility makes it easy to go green as you go mobile. Hit the Eco Button and you'll launch the Toshiba Eco Utility, which puts all sorts of easy-to-read information on your screen, and gives you the ability to adjust the power settings on your laptop. It also activates a light showing you're in the Eco Mode. The Toshiba Eco Utility lets you pick the optimal power plan for your situation. Choose High-Performance when you need every watt you can get, Power Saver for the least energy consumption, or Balanced as a perfect blend of the two.
  • USB Sleep and Charge offers a great way to keep your portable electronics powered up without requiring your laptop to be on. With this laptop's Sleep and Charge USB port, you'll be able to charge your smart phone, MP3 player, and other portable electronics--all without having to keep your laptop awake.
  • Hard Drive Impact Sensor takes the worry out of taking your most important files and multimedia on the go. Able to detect sudden movement along three different dimensions, the impact sensor (a complex system of hardware and software) helps safeguard your data by "parking" the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. And it works faster than you can blink to help protect your laptop and all-important data.
    

• 6-cell battery (48 Wh)
  

• Dimensions & Weight: 12.7 x 8.8 x 1.03 inches (WxDxH); 3.9 pounds
  

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion 3 total USB ports with 1 eSATA/USB combo port that also features Sleep and Charge capabilities. The combo eSATA/USB port enables you to connect to compatible external hard drives for lightning fast transfers of large multimedia files--up to 5 times faster than via a standard USB port. HDMI high-definition audio/video output allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video to your compatible digital TV or external monitor. VGA video output (analog, RGB) Microphone and headphone jacks Multi-format memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Multi Media Card Fast Ethernet (10/100) What's in the box This package contains the Toshiba Satellite T235-S1350 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions. It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2010 (30-day trial); Microsoft Works 9; Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Edition (60-day trial); Google Toolbar; Microsoft Windows Media Player 12; Microsoft Silverlight; Toshiba PC Health Monitor; Toshiba Online Backup (30-day trial) This laptop is backed by a 1-year limited hardware warranty.

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to. And with Windows Anytime Upgrade, you'll be able to add new features to your PC in as little as 10 minutes. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process, it requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings

Environmental Specifications

• Energy Star 5.0 certified
• Gold EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact.
• RoHS compliant effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances

Learn more about Toshiba's environmental commitment.

Learn More

25th Anniversary of Toshiba Laptops

This year, Toshiba celebrates its 25th anniversary of innovations and quality in the notebook PC business. Beginning with the launch of the Toshiba T1100, the world's first clamshell-type, fully functional laptop PC, Toshiba has led the with such innovations as the first laptop with a color monitor in 1991 and a laptop with integrated CD-ROM drive in 1995 (followed by the addition of a DVD drive in 1998). And in 2009, Toshiba unveiled the world's first ultraportable laptop with 512GB solid state drive.

Today, Toshiba continues to be a leader in manufacturing, with virtually all of its consumer laptops earning EPEAT Gold status for meeting standards that help reduce overall environmental impact.

Product Description

Get laptop-class size and performance, plus world-class ultrathin mobility, with the Satellite T235 laptop - a sleek, stylish PC that gives you all the unplugged power and freedom you need. Weighing less than four pounds, and measuring just an inch thin, this easy traveler is a cinch to carry. Yet it offers a 13.3-Inch diagonal HD TruBrite widescreen LED display - well-sized for multitasking, work or play. Plus, it has the horsepower to handle the day’s tasks or evening’s entertainment, along with a great communications package to keep you effective and in touch. It also comes with a choice of processors. AMD Neo processors offer tremendous multimedia capabilities. And energy-efficient Intel Pentium processors are ideal for digital entertainment lovers who demand a richer Web experience, but expect an exceptional battery life rating6 too. The Satellite T235 laptop also stands out when it comes to convenience, thanks to features like a comfortable raised tile keyboard, fast resume, built-in HDMI port and Toshiba productivity apps, like USB Sleep and Charge. Add premium styling with a Fusion Chrome Finish, and you’ve got a machine with a design, and a reputation, that really gets around.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Capable laptop with full day battery life, August 1, 2010

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Clark A. Mitchell (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Toshiba Satellite T235D-S1350 TruBrite 13.3-Inch Ultrathin Laptop (Black) (Personal Computers)

Purchased this laptop a couple of weeks ago for my son who starts college in the fall. Primary objective was a capable laptop with extended battery capability. Specifically, I was seeking a laptop which could readily run Microsoft Office 2010, but was not a "gaming" laptop; given there are already too many distractions in college! The other key feature for my son was a full size keyboard, as he has large hands - this ruled out most netbooks. The 13.3" display and 3.9 pound total weight is an excellent balance between capability versus transportability.

The T235-S1350 uses a next gen Intel CPU (U5400), which is among the most efficient available (i.e., very low power usage). Note this is a 'value' Intel CPU, which has virtualization disabled (i.e., hardware support for running a virtual PC with another operating system). The AMD CPU versions of the T235 (-S1340 and -S1345) have very capable CPUs, but are not very efficient compared to the latest Intel CPUs; hence their reduced battery life.

The product description incorrectly lists the battery rating at 48Wh - it is actually a much more capable 61Wh. The included software allows tailoring of "eco" settings to achieve extended battery use. Based on standard usage, my son has achieved 5-6 hours of actual use (rated at 8+ hours).

Only significant negative is the lack of Bluetooth, as a standard wireless mouse requires one of the three USB ports. The combo eSATA/USB port is a nice bonus for future growth. Would purchase again.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Laptop for the Price, August 23, 2010

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Evan Carbonneau "chstrumpet2002" (Tucson, AZ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Toshiba Satellite T235D-S1350 TruBrite 13.3-Inch Ultrathin Laptop (Black) (Personal Computers)

Many people will tell you how you can get more power, a longer battery life, a CD drive, etc if you purchase a different laptop, but the truth is you will have to buy a larger, heavier, or more expensive laptop if you want some or all of these things. This laptop is a great buy if you are looking for a thin, light, long lasting laptop. I find it plenty speedy for daily use, although I'm sure if you were trying to use it for things like gaming or video editing it wouldn't be the best choice.

The screen is very crisp and clear, the keyboard is solid and easy to use, and the whole laptop feels very well built. The description lists the battery at a 48W battery but it is fact a larger 61W battery.

If you're looking for a light laptop to bring everywhere and you're on a budget this is your best bet

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Toshiba customer service sucks, October 26, 2010

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Karen - See all my reviews

This review is from: Toshiba Satellite T235D-S1350 TruBrite 13.3-Inch Ultrathin Laptop (Black) (Personal Computers)

I got last year's version of this, except in red. I loved the looks of it, its lightweight, and the long battery life (almost 7 hours). I found the screen plenty bright. However, over time, the touchpad became more and more sticky and nonresponsive. I notice someone is complaining about this on the current version too. What you really should be warned about is how bad Toshiba's customer and repair service is. A couple of months ago, I noticed a burning smell when my cord was plugged into the wall and read about a recall of some of these models. Given that the touchpad was still intermittently very unresponsive, I called Toshiba to send my computer in for repair. My laptop has been "in repair" now for almost 8 weeks, with no communication about when I may expect it back. It is difficult to reach anyone live on the phone if you want customer service instead of tech support. You get lots of recorded messages about going online for information (which is not easy if they have your laptop!). I've waited for several minutes on hold, just to get transferred around, all to be told nothing. The last time before I was transferred, I had been waiting on the phone, all totalled, about 45 minutes, so I asked the person for his direct phone number in case the call was dropped. He replied that they can't give out their direct phone number, but he took my phone number and promised that someone would call me if my call was dropped. Sure enough, my call was dropped, and no one ever called me back. That was over two weeks ago. I just checked online to see the status of my repair, and the message is still the same "waiting on a part, unknown eta" which is the same message I've had for the past 6 weeks. There is an email contact for the repair depot, but they just answer "sorry for the delay" and communicate no other specific information, other than to give me the customer service number to call. Each customer service rep tells you to check with the online "repair depot." Meanwhile I don't have my own laptop and must borrow one from family members.