HP Elitebook Folio 1040 G1

The HP Elitebook Folio 1040 ($ 1979 as tested ) is a forward-looking business ultrabook down traditional hardware and bulk that it entails . A pressure - sensitive ForcePad replaces the dual pointing devices older system , and thick like a VGA port and Ethernet are transferred to a dongle to cut the thickness . It is a system to show the newer tech like WWAN mobile broadband and drive solid - state ( SSDs ) , but be warned that you may need to leave older tech ( such as full - size SD card and the removable battery ) if you switch back to the system . The price and feature set indicate that it is best suited for high executive pay grade and folk sales workers than rank - and - file , so keep that in mind when you are evaluating the folio Elitebook 1040 for your business .

Design and Features
Featuring a matte color scheme - platinum , magnesium alloy lid tome Elitebook 1040 and aluminum keyboard deck to help contribute to a slim chassis measuring 0.63 by 5.13 by 9.25 inches ( HWD ) . At £ 3.34 , the Elitebook 1040 tome feels comfortable in the hand when turned toting it around the office or on your commute bag . This makes about a half pound lighter than our current Editors Choice ' for Ultrabooks businesses , the Dell Latitude e7440 Touch . Unlike the latter , the Elitebook 1040 folio no touch screen . Instead , it relies on a pressure -sensitive multitouch trackpad , called ForcePad , contact Windows 7 and 8.1 . Synaptics ForcePad developed as an alternative to the deep - Click trackpads found in systems such as the Lenovo ThinkPad T440s . Since HP does not need to add height to the chassis for clickpad / travel mouse button , the Elitebook 1040 tome about 0.2 inches thinner than the Lenovo T440s , which is significant . If there is any drawback to ForcePad , it is a system that requires the user to adapt to it . No pointing stick to lean on , and some users will have to get used to the " button " mouse does not move .

ForcePad supports two finger gestures to pinch - zoom , swipes , and right - click , but it also can be set so that one finger can do the same work if you press harder . And if you drag an item with one or two fingers , when you get to the edge of the trackpad , the screen is constantly moving . Varying pressure will speed up or slow down the motion , adding to the utility of ForcePad , provided you get used to it . Unfortunately, I found the new touch gestures to be more complicated than useful ; While navigating the Start menu , I did not accidentally drag the folder out onto the desktop . Think of learning to use the ForcePad as akin to learning a new association " words," it is very similar to what you always, but you need time and patience to master the new specimen .

The Elitebook 1040 tome thin , but it does not skimp on the quality of the build . It comes full rate for MIL - Spec 801G , which covers mishaps like spills light ( such as a user - drop some soda on the keyboard ) , vibration, and high / low temperature changes . The backlit chiclet - style keyboard is comfortable to use , and comes our review unit with near - field communication ( NFC ) reader , a Smart Card reader , and a fingerprint reader for additional security .

The SIM card slot spring - loaded for the built -in HSPA + mobile broadband module is exposed , which makes it easier to use , but quite unsecure . A nail is all it takes to pop out . Speaking exposed , there is also a microSD card slot opposite side . MicroSD cards are becoming more prevalent on smartphones , but is now rare in the non - tablet PCs . Other emerging reducing hardware legacy VGA / Ethernet dongle HP includes systems . You can leave it at the office to save weight on your daily commute , but make sure you have it with you when you travel for business . Two USB 3.0 ports , an HP docking port , and one DisplayPort connectors translate out of the system . The battery is sealed , like Toshiba and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 KIRABook Carbon Touch .

HP includes several pieces of utility software , but they do not really take up much space 256GB SSD system , as there is plenty of room for other programs and files . HP includes a 50GB Box cloud storage account for free if you need sharable online storage , and the subscription will not expire. Also includes services company HP Trust Board , which encrypts emails and files according to the group of people you trust . The folio Elitebook 1040 with a standard three - year warranty , including batteries .