Price: $249.99
(as of Oct 18, 2024 21:51:15 UTC - Details)

Switching out of S mode in Windows 11
Windows 11 in S mode is designed for security and performance, exclusively running apps from the Microsoft Store. If you want to install an app that isn't available in the Microsoft Store, you'll need to switch out of S mode

1. On your PC running Windows 11 in S mode, open Settings > System > Activation.

2. In the Switch to Windows 11 Pro section, select Go to the Store. (If you also see an "Upgrade your edition of Windows" section, be careful not to click the "Go to the Store" link that appears there.)

3. On the Switch out of S mode (or similar) page that appears in the Microsoft Store, select the Get button. After you see a confirmation message on the page, you'll be able to install apps from outside of the Microsoft Store.

HP 14 inch Laptop for Business and Student:

Sleek design: Easily take this thin and light PC from room to room or on the road

Dual array microphones: With two microphones and advanced noise reduction software, you'll always sound crystal clear when you video chat or record

Display: 14.0-inch diagonal, HD (1366 x 768), micro-edge, BrightView

Processor: Intel Celeron N4120, 4 Cores & 4 Threads

Memory: 8GB DDR4

Storage: 64GB eMMC+128GB Micro SD

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 600

Operating System: Windows 11 Home in S mode

HP Fast Charge: Go from 0 to 50% charge in approximately 45 minutes

Battery Life: Up to 11 hours and 30 minutes (video playback); Up to 9 hours (wireless streaming)

Webcam: HP True Vision 720p HD camera with integrated dual array digital microphones

Connectivity: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2x2)(19a) Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo

Dimensions: 12.76 x 8.86 x 0.71 inches

Weight: 3.24 lbs

【14" HD Display】14.0-inch diagonal, HD (1366 x 768), micro-edge, BrightView. With virtually no bezel encircling the display, an ultra-wide viewing experience provides for seamless multi-monitor set-ups
【Processor & Graphics】Intel Celeron N4120, 4 Cores & 4 Threads, 1.10 GHz Base Frequency, Up to 2.60 GHz Burst Frequency, 4 MB Cahce, Intel UHD Graphics 600, Handle multitasking reliably with the perfect combination of performance, power consumption, and value
【RAM & Storage】8GB high-bandwidth DDR4 Memory (2400 MHz), Adequate high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run multiple applications and browser tabs all at once. 64GB high-speed eMMC Storage for your office and webinar needs
【Ports】1 x USB 3.1 Type-C ports, 2 x USB 3.1 Type-A ports, 1 x HDMI, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, and there's a microSD slot
【Windows 11 Home in S mode】You may switch to regular windows 11: Press "Start button" bottom left of the screen; Select "Settings" icon above "power" icon;Select "Activation", then Go to Store; Select Get option under "Switch out of S mode"; Hit Install. (If you also see an "Upgrade your edition of Windows" section, be careful not to click the "Go to the Store" link that appears there.)
Reviewer: wje
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Obsolete, not a power house, but great for the money
Review: This is the second one I've bought. The first was to donate for our local kid STEM Lego League group. I liked it so much I got another one for me to use in meetings. I gave up on laptops some time ago, no meetings, using a real PC for sw development. But, ever increasing meetings, so this is the perfect solution.It isn't any speed demon, it uses an obsolete Intel Celerion N series processor, has no way to add more internal storage other than the 64G eMMC. But, with 16G of memory, it is actually surprisingly responsive. It's still supported by HP, it's brand new, just discontinued. I don't love the small screen, but it is a 14" screen, so I'll live with it. Comes with Win 11 and surprisingly it's quite responsive running it. Do be aware that it ships with the idiotic S mode Win 11 that locks you to the MS store and such. But, other reviews notwithstanding, follow the unlock directions, no issue at all going to full W 11. It doesn't even have too much of the usual preloaded bloatware. The usual McAfee trash, a bunch of HP 'tools', and a lot of the usual MS garbage. It does come with Office, if you care. I only need Excel, so this is a slight benefit. For $250, this is a no-brainer if you just need something portable for email, spreadsheets, etc.

Reviewer: Jorge Chavez
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Effective
Review: I am writing this review from this very laptop. I've mostly used HP for their product quality, and this laptop was no different. It is affordable and works great at home, in class, and during work. It has good storage and a nice SD card slot for additional external storage. It has a surprisingly great battery life during its most efficient optimization mode. The free year subscription to Microsoft 365 also helps me as a college student, giving me access to multiple features that are also useful for work. The SD card included was also a nice touch, offering more storage for my laptop that is transferable to any other device. The camera and microphone quality is perfect for this laptop, as well. I strongly recommend this laptop to college students and remote workers.

Reviewer: Dennis Sandberg
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: locked into MS S mode, be careful of the bait-n-switch
Review: 5/31/2024Update: Revised review to 4 stars from 1. If you're lured to these by an Amazon flash offer, and begin to compare other options/offers, be sure to throughly compare the descriptions. Or you'll purchase something you didn't want. If you find this out after you set everything up and there is no problem with the computer itself, you're stuck with it. The other issue I had was the inability to exit Win 11 S mode. After hours of trying the standard method and several youtube videos with complex work arounds, I gave up. Today I decided to express my feelings in the MS Edge search window and I received this response from Copilot. (posted in the picture above). I post because subsequent requests produced different results. This work around worked quickly and was a three step fix. Have exited S mode and am happily running Google Chrome. Plus all my Google info and files from my broken laptop ported over. One last note: this is definitely a computer for students. It is priced reasonably considering post Covid greedflation prices. It is comparetively slow and not for use use for gamers. I will keep it as I need a computer for research and writing papers.5/30/2024-My laptop broke. Needed to complete paperwork for a project with tight time lured by "Deal" for laptop with 4GB ram 64 storage Bluetooth, Wi-Fi. $169, 12hr delivery. I figure it was good enough to get my work done. At the site several other options were available with the same features and more memory. All had delivery dates of 1=2 days except 1 with 8GB ram, 192GB storage for $259 w/ $40 coupon, Thought extra memory and storage was worth extra $90. Computer arrived. It took an 1-1/2 hr to do updates. When I tried to download Chrome to work in Google docs {state recommended for changes}. This computer is locked into MS S mode blocking download of apps not in MS store. After spending 2hrs trying different S mode exit directions is was resolved to doing the work on my Samsung S20 which took 3 hours to do 1 hr of work. This computer doesn't have Bluetooth, is extremely slow. MS locks y into using Edge in a worse case scenario than they did with Explorer 25 yrs ago. Don't be lured by the free1yr of Home 365. Cannot return because I used it and is technically not broken. HP is obviously returning to the days of cheap low-grade Compaq. Clearest example of Greedflation. It also moved data from broken laptop creating what will be hours of scrubbing to sell at 1/2 price on Ebay.

Reviewer: Marissa Person
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Subpar for screen and SD sent is not compatible
Review: This device seems to be OK. It’s a little slow. I managed to get it late last night and immediately tried to set it up. However, they do advertise that they send you a SD card with 128 gigs. It does not say that the SD card varies and they advertise a manta SD card. However, they sent me a superior pro And it sticks out about 2 mm so one of the things I advertise is the fact that they give you more storage with this SD card. I cannot use this laptop until I receive the actual SD card that’s compatible and not sticking out to millimeters and not even being read by the HP. so I technically have no extra storage because of all the updates and everything that are done prior to them sending the laptop I only have 22.5 GB available out of 57.3. I am hoping that they send the correct SD card so that way I have maximum storage as the card that they should have sent seems to be compatible with the card that they did send that I Unfortunately, cannot use. The screen quality the display is also a bit dated but for the price it’ll work for now as long as I get the proper SD card.

Reviewer: Joy Seaver
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great laptop for value!
Review: This is the perfect laptop for me. Easy to set up. I just need it to search jobs & use word to update my resume. Got it for great value on Prime Day so worth the little money I paid. I didn’t want or need an expensive laptop. Plus it’s lightweight.

Reviewer: Carter Hamann
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: works
Review: This pc has been functioning great. Maybe a little slow when I'm pushing it, but to be fair that's pretty much expected for a laptop in my own experience. Great use though

Reviewer: Maleeflaeveducasse
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I appreciate
Review: Hello! Thank you for reaching out. I appreciate the follow-up and would be happy to share my thoughts. Overall, my experience has been positive, and I’m satisfied with my recent purchase. The item met my expectations, and I’m happy with the quality. Thank you again!