Users don't have to worry about throwing out their existing DVD collections, as the HD DVD-ROM drive is fully backward compatible with the DVD format. In order to deliver next-to-reality images, the Qosmio G35-AV650 takes advantage of the QosmioEngine digital video processing system for bright colors. Combine this with Dolby Home Theater for an engaging sound experience that will blow you away - be it stereo or multichannel audio sources through headphone or 5.1 channel speaker systems.

The Toshiba G35-AV650 also takes advantage of Bass Reflex speaker technology from harmon/kardon for a deeper bass. The laptop also features a bundled TV tuner card to catch live TV or cable/satellite feeds. But then, what's a notebook without a DVR? Which is why Toshiba has thankfully included a digital video recorder as well.

Rob Enderle, principle analyst at Enderle Group, opines, "With a powerful combination of gaming, multi-media enjoyment, and the first HD DVD-ROM drive in a mobile PC, the Qosmio G35-AV650 sets the pace for those wanting both leading-edge technology and stunning entertainment in a portable package. High definition is the next wave in consumer electronics products and this level of multi-purpose capabilities is unmatched in any other product on the market today."

QosmioPlayer is an all-in-one multimedia player - whether you want to watch TV, DVDs or listen to audio CDs, you can bring up the unit at the touch of a button on the remote control - no need to load Windows! With a 256MB Nvidia GeForce Go 7200 graphics card, Windows XP Media Center Edition truly comes alive. It also features an HDMI input. Is that cool or what? For added security, the Qosmio G35-AV650 incorporates a fingerprint reader. If you are the type that carries around various types of media, you will appreciate the 5-in-1 card reader on the laptop.

Priced at US $2,999.95, you can order the Toshiba G35-AV650 from Toshiba Direct. Check out the extended entry for specs.