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HP Envy 23 TouchSmart All In One Review & GIVEAWAY

December 11, 2012 by Beth B. 224 Comments

(*See giveaway info on bottom of this post)

UPDATE : CONTEST CLOSED 1/4/2013 Winner is shopgurl Thanks to everyone who entered!

When I was contacted to participate in the #HPFamilyTime campaign I was excited for the opportunity to use the  HP Envy 23 TouchSmart All in One for many reasons. First of all, now that my kids use touch screen tablets, they demand a higher level of interaction that “non touch” computers don’t offer. Second, after covering the Windows 8 launch, I could not wait to try it out at home (other then the many times I played with Windows 8 at the Microsoft store). Third, I had a desk in our family room that I set up with the plan of putting a PC with a big screen that could be used for entertainment and for schoolwork. I already decided that an all in one would be the best form factor because it would be compact enough to move into the living room if one of my kids needed a quiet place to work.  So does the HP Envy Touchsmart All in One fit my needs?

 

 

Yes, not only did it fit in as the perfect family room computer, but the new Windows 8 operating system combined with the beautiful and intuitive touch screen made it also a family favorite. After I set up the security and Microsoft accounts for each user, I installed  Microsoft Office. The only challenge we had is that I had to activate the security software I installed on each account on the computer separately (but it was quick).  Our kids that are not easily impressed by tech were not only impressed – but quickly learned how to use the new Windows 8 interface (using a Touchscreen as well as a keyboard/mouse).

 

 

Here is a video I made of the HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart All In One unboxing. The set up was so easy (unwrap and a “one plug” in!).

 

 

The HP Envy 23 Touchsmart All in One is packed with premium features for great price (currently starting at $1,099! ):

 

  • 3rd  Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-3330S quad-core processor and 6 GB RAM (upgradable to 16GB) means fast processing and multitasking.
  • 1TB hard drive  so it has lots of space for programs, photos and video.
  • 6-in-1 card reader, 2 USB3.0 (fast transfer speed), 4 USB 2.0 (to plug in more accessories) and audio (micrphone and earphones) inputs. HDMI input to connect to TV or external screen.
  • Optional TV to broadcast live TV from your computer.  The full HD display enables viewing of HD content.
  • DVD burner  that can write data to blank DVD – so Grandparents can get a DVD copy of their grandkids on video.
  • HP wireless keyboard and mouse with Win 8 keyboard (with raised keys for easy typing).
  • All in one form factor with edge to edge sleek and modern design  that can be mounted on the wall with just one wire.
  • HP Quick Launch that has a fast boot up.and access to shortcuts.
  • Optional Solid State Drive.
  • HP Connected Photo allows you to sync photos across your PC, smartphone, and tablet.
  • HP TrueVision HD Webcam that works even in low light because of the “adaptive lighting to automatically adjust to changing light”.
  • Beats Audio offers premium sound. Just add some bluetooth speakers to extend the sound even further.
  • HP Connected Music to manage music downloads, streaming services and Internet Radio.
  • Windows 8 operating system (built for touch) perfectly matched with a intuitive touch with 10-point multitouch technology that enables swipe and tap using all 10 fingers.

 

 

More information and configuration options for the HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart AiO is available at the HP Store.
Here is a picture of what the Windows 8 start screen with “tiles” looks like after I installed Microsoft Office. The Microsoft Windows 8 site explained “Each tile on the Start screen is connected to a person, app, website, playlist,  or whatever else is important to you. Tiles light up with the latest info, so you’re instantly up to date. In one glance, you’ll see that photo you were just tagged in, tomorrow’s weather, and messages from your friends“. Next – I can’t wait to configure what Windows 8 apps/live tiles appear on the start screen. There are ones that are pre-configured so I had a great start.
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Searching for apps is easy, I just swipe from right to left and the bar below comes up. What was once “programs” are now apps that I can add as live tiles on my Windows 8 start screen:
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I will be looking for family management apps while my kids can’t wait to try the paint apps and the Xbox apps.
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One of the tiles on the start screen is called “Desktop” which allows me to easily switch to the standard (Windows 7) start screen view.
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I can search for files the same way I did on Windows 7 if I want, but also switch back to the Windows 8 start screen by swiping on bottom left or right of the screen.
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My kids enjoy using the bright, crisp and intuitive screen for the HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart AiO:
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They immediately found the Fresh Paint program and with a “touch” started creating a digital art project.
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Of course – a smile face was the first work of art that was created!
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I will be posting next week with my test drive of the other features of the HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart AiO and Windows 8. For now – how about a GIVEAWAY that will enable ONE winner to have one for their own family.  To Enter – use the widget below with all the details!

 

 

***Disclosure: I wrote this review while participating in a program on behalf of HP and received an ENVY 23 TouchSmart AiO as a thank you for participation.

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Comments

  1. Holly says

    December 11, 2012 at 2:45 pm

    This looks pretty great!

    Reply
  2. Marie Riddle says

    December 11, 2012 at 2:51 pm

    Great post and information. Thank you for sharing! You are always a wealth of information.

    Reply
  3. bonggamom says

    December 11, 2012 at 2:57 pm

    Thanks for the great giveaway! Fingers crossed…

    Reply
  4. Stephanie Precourt says

    December 11, 2012 at 3:02 pm

    Surprisingly, we don’t have a family computer. We only have my laptop- we don’t even have an iPad! I love that his would take the place of all of that!! With my boys getting older I’d love to have a way for them to explore the web safely on their own (they are ages 7, 10, and 11). The entertainment and games would be a nice perk! I have had ENVY over the Touchsmart ever since I first saw it!

    Reply
  5. Donna says

    December 11, 2012 at 3:05 pm

    I would use the HP Envy 23 Touchsmart All In One for everything I currently split between a my husband’s big desktop and my noisy, aging laptop: video editing, photo editing, blogging… and maybe some game playing, too. 🙂

    Reply
  6. Tina Case says

    December 11, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    I would use the HP Envy as a family computer. I’d put it in our kitchen where everyone tends to gather and put it on the side where I currently have an HP laptop. It’s time we refreshed our hardware and this is state of the art technology. It would go well with the HP printer I just purchased!

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  7. Kimberly/Foodie City Mom says

    December 11, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    I would use it as the family computer so that my 8 y.o. can stop asking me to use my laptop.

    Reply
  8. Carissa says

    December 11, 2012 at 5:25 pm

    the ‘kid’ computer is getting VERY old latley… as much as I’d like to say this baby would be MINE MINE MINE. It will not… it will be theirs theirs theirs! 🙂

    Reply
  9. Elis B. says

    December 11, 2012 at 5:57 pm

    I use it for skype and web.

    Reply
  10. amy @teachmama says

    December 11, 2012 at 6:14 pm

    OMG OMG OMG! This is exactly what I have dreamed about–I love that this device can act as not only the family computer, but a ‘family hub’ of activity! I love the ‘smart board’ feel that it has, and I think it’s perfect for tech-savvy, digital kids. My 9, 7, and 5 yo–and my elementary school administrator husband–and I would LOVE this! Thanks, Beth, for the comprehensive review, photos, and info. You ROCK.

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  11. Tammy and Parker says

    December 11, 2012 at 6:28 pm

    I look at the Touch Smart and my first thoughts are about what a powerful tool this would be for a child with special needs. The tiles on the main screen activated with a simple ‘swoosh!’. Sweet success!

    I love the art program too. Netflix at a simple touch? Yes, please. Right now holding a pencil correctly is hard for Parker. But he CAN use his forefinger to ‘write’ and draw with!

    I won’t lie, I tend to look at everything from an educational view point for Parker. The TouchSmart looks to be able to open all kinds of exciting windows for a kid like mine!

    Tammy and Parker
    http://www.prayingforparker.com
    http://www.simplypreparing.com

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  12. Cristie/TheRightHandMom says

    December 11, 2012 at 6:53 pm

    My poor kids are using my old beat up HP laptop and they’re all getting old enough to notice how slow and kludgy it is! I’d love to give them one that actually works like it isn’t 2002.

    Reply
  13. Jennifer Wagner says

    December 11, 2012 at 6:56 pm

    This looks so great. I would love to win it.

    Reply
  14. latanya says

    December 11, 2012 at 7:30 pm

    for the internet, pinterest, photos, and emails

    Reply
  15. Christina says

    December 11, 2012 at 7:49 pm

    We would use this as a family computer, that we could share and use together with our two daughters. They’re just learning how to use computers and would love the chance to have something like this to learn with, side-by-side with us.

    Reply
  16. Liz says

    December 11, 2012 at 8:36 pm

    I would use it for EVERYTHING! 🙂

    Reply
  17. Courtney says

    December 11, 2012 at 11:49 pm

    I’d use it for blogging and also for letting my daughter have fun! 🙂 My PC is lagging and takes up so much space!

    Reply
  18. Losaline says

    December 12, 2012 at 12:36 am

    I would use the HP Envy 23 Touchsmart All In One for starting my own business.

    Reply
  19. Betty Baez says

    December 12, 2012 at 7:04 am

    I would use it for everything from homework, to play, anything!!!

    Reply
  20. Ajames says

    December 12, 2012 at 8:18 am

    Nice review, thanks!

    Reply
  21. Eve says

    December 12, 2012 at 8:48 am

    Id use it for blogging and school work

    Reply
  22. Dave says

    December 12, 2012 at 9:06 am

    I would use this for everything from watching movies to prepping for my next day of work (and everything in between)

    Reply
  23. Abby says

    December 12, 2012 at 9:21 am

    Thanks for the review. As my son gets older, currently in 3rd grade, he needs the computer more and another computer in the house would really help!

    Reply
  24. Matt Stringham says

    December 12, 2012 at 11:53 am

    I would use it as our main family computer. So the whole family can see calendar events and such.

    Reply
  25. Tabathia B says

    December 12, 2012 at 3:34 pm

    I would use it for my work and keeping in contact with my family, and my kids could use for projects

    Reply
  26. sara says

    December 12, 2012 at 4:24 pm

    Our family computer of 10 years died last month. Winning this computer would be a real blessing.

    Reply
  27. Stacey B says

    December 12, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    I’m going to start going back to school for Spring semester, and would love a fresh computer for my classes!

    Reply
  28. Sonya Morris says

    December 13, 2012 at 3:33 am

    My daughter would use it for school.

    Reply
  29. Thien-Kim says

    December 13, 2012 at 3:47 am

    This would be the new family computer where the kids can do homework and play games while hubby updates his fantasy football team.

    Reply
  30. Desiree says

    December 13, 2012 at 4:14 am

    Having this in my household would mean my kids could do their homework and research quicker and more efficiently. Saying a prayer and crossing my fingers! Big money — no whammies!

    Reply
  31. beth says

    December 13, 2012 at 11:06 am

    we are looking for our son’s first computer.. this one looks great!

    Reply
  32. erica best says

    December 13, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    I would use it for facebook and twitter shopping schoolwork for my nephew .

    Reply
  33. Alexis Wolk says

    December 13, 2012 at 7:40 pm

    I would use it to study because i never had a computer so it would mean alot to me

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  34. Federico Wolk says

    December 13, 2012 at 7:41 pm

    Never had hp before,looks great! well i would defintley use it for studying and online investigating.Good luck to all and Merry Christmas!

    Reply
  35. Nora Lapalma says

    December 13, 2012 at 7:44 pm

    I would use it for work but it would be used mainly by my kids so they can study and explore the world of tech online

    Reply
  36. Elise says

    December 13, 2012 at 9:28 pm

    Wow this looks so amazing! And our desk top is on it’s last old fashioned towered leg.

    Reply
  37. Katie Sexton says

    December 13, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    I would use is for blogging and school!

    Reply
  38. TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says

    December 13, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    As I homeschool my daughter, this would be her primary workstation. We only have Macs in the house but many educational programs we use require the Windows platform. Also, I want her to have the experience of easily working with both to better prepare her in whatever job she may end up in.

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  39. Liz Newsome says

    December 14, 2012 at 2:26 am

    I would use it for blogging and research!

    Reply
  40. Rebecca says

    December 14, 2012 at 5:58 am

    Love it!! Seems to capture the best of Windows 8. This would be perfect for all of the video and animation production and editing my daughters create! (and homework too)

    Reply
  41. Raymondjbaker says

    December 14, 2012 at 6:27 am

    This would be a family computer. I would use it for work and gaming, my wife would use it for the touchscreen design, and my kids would love the touch screen for painting and kids games.

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  42. Jodi - Mom's Favorite Stuff says

    December 14, 2012 at 8:33 am

    I’d use it for social media, and for the kids to play games.

    Reply
  43. Grace {Formerly Gracie} says

    December 14, 2012 at 8:38 am

    Definitely the family computer. My kids are at the age where we’re starting to… maybe… thinking about … getting them their own computer for both entertainment and learning. My husband and I don’t really want them on our work computers for obvious reasons 🙂 But having a separate “family” computer would be ideal!

    And let’s be honest. I can’t simply cannot pass on a sexy new device!

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  44. amy says

    December 14, 2012 at 8:49 am

    i would use it for works, graphics, watching movies, and skyping!

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  45. Molly Gold says

    December 14, 2012 at 8:55 am

    My high school junior shares a computer with his freshman brother that is dying by the day. They would LOVE to have a brand new touch screen to do their school work and create so much more. Thanks for offering such a great giveaway just in time for the holidays!

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  46. Jennifer K. C. says

    December 14, 2012 at 9:26 am

    I would use it to do online schooling!

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  47. Sheryl Bone says

    December 14, 2012 at 10:10 am

    I would use this to THRILL my tech CRAZY high schooler. I’d use it, too, when he let me.

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  48. c2cmom says

    December 14, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    We could SO use this as a main family computer in the kitchen (so I don’t have to share mine w/ the kiddo anymore too!)

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  49. Tammy S says

    December 14, 2012 at 7:51 pm

    This would be great to have for my kids to do their homework on. right now we share one laptop between the three of us. I would love to have a family computer!

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  50. Lisa @ Thriftability says

    December 14, 2012 at 8:45 pm

    I’m a personal finance blogger at Thriftability and am developing several other lifestyle blogs. I also own a small marketing agency. My current laptop can barely keep up with me… and since we recently relocated, buying a new laptop isn’t in the budget until 2014. This device looks awesome – I would use it for absolutely everything I do – business, blogging, entertainment, and leisure. Really excited to find out who wins!!!

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  51. David Holder says

    December 15, 2012 at 11:57 am

    It would be the computer for the family.

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  52. Ashley Hatten says

    December 15, 2012 at 12:33 pm

    my son’s homeschooling!! Thanks so much for the chance to win this would be a huge blessing!

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  53. Jennifer Marie says

    December 15, 2012 at 1:35 pm

    I would use it to keep in contact with my friends and family through email.

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  54. Nataly Carbonell says

    December 15, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    I’ use it to give it to my daughter and I am pretty sure she’ll love it and it will be very useful for her 🙂
    thanks

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  55. Barbara Mayes says

    December 15, 2012 at 2:09 pm

    I would give it to my grown daughter for school! She is taking college courses!

    Reply
  56. Jammie says

    December 15, 2012 at 3:21 pm

    I would use it for homeschooling my daughter, she loves painting and this would be awesome to own.

    Reply
  57. Barbara Montag says

    December 15, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    I’d use it for organizing our volunteer list, print greeting card and doing genealogy research.
    Thank you.

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  58. rondah says

    December 15, 2012 at 5:59 pm

    I’d use it for my online classes

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  59. Deb K says

    December 15, 2012 at 6:23 pm

    I would use this for everything!! As mine computer so wants to die and I just won’t let it.

    Reply
  60. Mel says

    December 16, 2012 at 12:35 am

    Use it to stream music, look up stuff online and accessing media blogs!

    Reply
  61. Christina Brundick says

    December 16, 2012 at 5:02 am

    Beats audio,love that!

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  62. amy pugmire says

    December 16, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    It be a perfect family computer. we would do business, homework, social media. everything you could think of on it.

    Reply
  63. Lisa Brown says

    December 16, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    I would use it for everything, but mostly for emails and watching videos.

    Reply
  64. Jenn says

    December 16, 2012 at 2:32 pm

    I would use t mainly for my daughter to do homework on. She is an art student and our current computer’s processor is too slow.

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  65. Gerardo Zamora says

    December 16, 2012 at 2:35 pm

    it would be the family computer for everyone to use

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  66. Julia says

    December 16, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    I plan to start homeschooling and this would make a huge difference!

    Reply
  67. Vill S says

    December 16, 2012 at 5:36 pm

    What My family would use this computer is for is having it as the home computer so that everyone could use it.

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  68. Teh Doll says

    December 16, 2012 at 8:20 pm

    Photo editing and my graphic design work.

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  69. Natalie S says

    December 16, 2012 at 8:38 pm

    I would use it for everyday use – email, internet, skype, picture editing, etc. I would also use the dvd burner feature to back up some photo files!

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  70. april yedinak says

    December 17, 2012 at 6:33 am

    I would use it for our homeschool. I could plan and organize lessons and the kids could use it to complete assignments.

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  71. Ericka says

    December 17, 2012 at 6:48 am

    I would use this as a family computer, my kids would love doing their homework and just simply have fun on this. ericka082 at gmail dot com

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  72. Melody says

    December 17, 2012 at 9:06 am

    This would be for my daughter to take online classes

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  73. Elena says

    December 17, 2012 at 2:08 pm

    I would use it for editing pictures, searching for information, social networking etc.

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  74. Tina M says

    December 17, 2012 at 2:50 pm

    I’d use it for my work

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  75. Gina says

    December 17, 2012 at 7:01 pm

    I would use it as a family computer–the touchscreen would be great for my kids.

    Reply
  76. ellen beck says

    December 17, 2012 at 7:23 pm

    I would use the HP Envy 23 Touchsmart All In One for both business and pleasure. I would do all of my husbands carpentry business books on it and also use it to tweet/facebook and have a great time!

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  77. Shannon S. says

    December 17, 2012 at 7:29 pm

    I would use this for my sons’ to do their homework on as well as their speech programs

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  78. Anne says

    December 17, 2012 at 7:37 pm

    I’d use it for blogging!

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  79. Jan says

    December 17, 2012 at 7:46 pm

    I would use it mostly for email and one chat program I have 🙂

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  80. Jessica says

    December 17, 2012 at 9:17 pm

    It would be the family computer, so to skype with out of town family, shop online, upload/edit/print pictures etc. Pretty much everything!

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  81. Jill says

    December 18, 2012 at 12:26 am

    I would use it for emails, FB, twitter, photography editing, researching, etc. What I wouldn’t use it for is a better question. 🙂

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  82. Shelia Garrett says

    December 18, 2012 at 1:52 am

    Enter sweeps on it and blog on it.

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  83. Daiva says

    December 18, 2012 at 2:11 am

    I would use it for everything! Browsing, email, shopping, using skype to stay in touch with family.. keeping track of my finances.

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  84. Michelle says

    December 18, 2012 at 6:41 am

    I would use it for the wee ones to do their online learning (COMPASS) from school. Love it!

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  85. Rust says

    December 18, 2012 at 8:47 am

    I would love to have it in my kitchen for recipes and cooking tutorials.

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  86. Amanda Sakovitz says

    December 18, 2012 at 2:03 pm

    I would use it for school and work. I think its important that kids have an interactive computer.

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  87. Thomas Murphy says

    December 18, 2012 at 2:19 pm

    I would use it for my work and for fun.

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  88. Sara Haaf says

    December 18, 2012 at 4:01 pm

    I would use it for work and fun games with my son

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  89. Ellen Russell says

    December 18, 2012 at 6:35 pm

    I would use this to help with home organization, as well as to game with my husband!

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  90. Michelle P says

    December 18, 2012 at 6:48 pm

    I would use it for work on the go and for skyping with my family.

    Reply
  91. Anne W. says

    December 19, 2012 at 5:03 pm

    I would put it in the kitchen for easy access to recipes and managing grocery lists, checking email, etc.

    Reply
  92. Tian A. says

    December 19, 2012 at 8:09 pm

    I would love to use it to check emails, check my social network, and enter giveaways.

    Reply
  93. Courtnie says

    December 20, 2012 at 9:57 am

    I’d use it for school!

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  94. Bobbie Jo Gardella says

    December 20, 2012 at 2:39 pm

    I would share this with my son. We use my computer now, but it’s old. LOL – This would be a great gift for the both of us!
    Thank you for the chance!

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  95. Geri C says

    December 20, 2012 at 4:35 pm

    I would use the HP Envy 23 TouchSmart All In One to get a home-based business going so I can be available for my kids when they need me but still provide for them financially!

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  96. Chacoy says

    December 21, 2012 at 11:39 am

    It would be used for everyday use. Mostly school work for my son and myself!
    Thank you for the opportunity(:

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  97. Jeanna says

    December 21, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    I would use this for as my kids computer. My daughter is taking computer classes in preschool & just learning how to navigate a computer! My son loves to create storybooks on the computer & he would love this!

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  98. Linda Meyers -Gabbard says

    December 22, 2012 at 1:20 am

    Since I have not had a computer in two years because mine bit the dust and I’ve been using a phone to get online, U would be using it for EVERYTHING

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  99. Will says

    December 22, 2012 at 12:47 pm

    This would be a huge upgrade! I would use the Envy as my media center as well as the main computer for my small business.

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  100. Shannon Schulte says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:49 pm

    We would use it for my son’s homework! He needs his own computer for his gifted program.

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  101. Cindy says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:52 pm

    It would replace my computer that gets a blue screen and shuts down.

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  102. Dani G says

    December 22, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    I absolutely am in love… AMAZING!!

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  103. Kenny F says

    December 22, 2012 at 3:22 pm

    school work

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  104. Becky Richied says

    December 22, 2012 at 4:33 pm

    I would use this HP Envy 23 TouchSmart for my school work, it would be nice to have a newer computer that has many awesome capabilities. My laptop has went on the fritz since my dog knocked it from its spot the screen is more black than computer screen…don’t worry I still love my puppy 🙂 My daughters also would use this to complete their homework, which seems like way more than I had back in highschool.

    @classy_mommie

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  105. Helen May says

    December 22, 2012 at 7:42 pm

    I fwould use the computer to keep in touch with my children (they both live in different states). I hear more of what’s going on thru facebook than anywhere else. Thank you for the opportunity! 🙂

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  106. Kim D. says

    December 23, 2012 at 5:17 pm

    I would do everything on this computer. I’ve been wanting to get a computer that the whole family can use.

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  107. Jennifer Thompson says

    December 23, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    I would use it for both. My computer takes forever. I need an upgrade, thanks!

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  108. Diane W says

    December 24, 2012 at 6:45 am

    I would use for the internet Skype with my children email and watching netflix.

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  109. Tammy Shelton says

    December 24, 2012 at 10:19 am

    I’d use it to enter contests & Sweepstakes… and WIn more!

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  110. Ronald Cone says

    December 24, 2012 at 10:29 am

    Looks pretty good. Thanks!

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  111. Ronald Cone says

    December 24, 2012 at 10:30 am

    I’d probably use it in the living room while watching TV.

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  112. Jim Lipscomb says

    December 24, 2012 at 11:12 pm

    This would be my wife’s desktop.

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  113. Andrew Alvarez says

    December 25, 2012 at 6:03 am

    I would use it for work.

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  114. Lisa Kerr says

    December 25, 2012 at 3:45 pm

    I would use it for email/personal use & for my college school work as well.

    Thank you for the giveaway:)

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  115. JD B says

    December 25, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    I would use it for my everyday connection to the world. My interactions and any shopping I do.

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  116. Stefanie Gladden ( Ann Lyfe ) says

    December 25, 2012 at 6:00 pm

    I would use it for my online classes & to keep in touch with friends!!

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  117. Ellen B says

    December 25, 2012 at 7:19 pm

    I would give this to my husband – he only has a small netbook that is dieing

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  118. Shemp DeYoung says

    December 25, 2012 at 10:27 pm

    I would set it up so my kids have something to use for homework.

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  119. Ellie W says

    December 26, 2012 at 3:50 pm

    I would use it as part of homeschooling my boys.

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  120. Laura Jacobson says

    December 26, 2012 at 6:21 pm

    Oh it would be so wonderful to use it for school work!

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  121. lana says

    December 26, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    would love to win this and have my own laptop

    Reply
  122. Kyle A. says

    December 27, 2012 at 7:22 pm

    Would use it for work and school. During relaxation times watch movies on netflix.

    Reply
  123. Brandon Dithrich says

    December 27, 2012 at 10:07 pm

    i would use it for everything from school to movies to music im always on the computer so this would be the most awesome gift ever! Thanks for the chance

    Reply
  124. melissa teears says

    December 28, 2012 at 1:46 am

    It would replace our existing computer that is old and slow. This would also be easy enough for my son (4) to use.

    Reply
  125. kimberley b. says

    December 28, 2012 at 10:44 am

    I would use it for my kids to do educational games

    Reply
  126. Bob Anderson says

    December 28, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    My laptop doesn’t have a camera but with the HP Envy23 TouchSmart we could Skype with our Grandson who just started in the Marine Boot Camp in San Diego the week before Christmas.

    Reply
  127. Heather says

    December 28, 2012 at 3:45 pm

    We would use it to stay in touch with our family back on the East Coast!

    Reply
  128. Laurie says

    December 28, 2012 at 5:50 pm

    My husband would use this to edit his photos!

    Reply
  129. Diana Stanhope says

    December 28, 2012 at 6:09 pm

    I work from home and would use this for work. This looks like an awesome computer.

    Reply
  130. Diana C says

    December 28, 2012 at 6:18 pm

    I would use it for my new job. I had a laptop, but after college it died. Thanks!

    Diana C

    Reply
  131. Joan says

    December 28, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    I would make this our family computer and use it for work and school projects.

    Reply
  132. kim c says

    December 28, 2012 at 9:14 pm

    I would use this for everything – email, skype, blogs, photos, keeping up to date with friends, twitter, facebook, pinterest – everything!

    Reply
  133. Ciara Weaver says

    December 29, 2012 at 12:17 am

    I would use it for my kiddos and their artistic abilities

    Reply
  134. Heather! says

    December 29, 2012 at 5:09 am

    I would definitely use it for Skype! We live thousands of miles away from my family, and we try Skype, but our desktop is just too old and slow to use the video chat. Voice chat is great, but it would really be awesome to use Skype to its fullest potential with the HP Envy 23!
    Thanks{!}
    h4schaffer at gmail dot com

    Reply
  135. Melissa P. says

    December 29, 2012 at 10:20 am

    It would be a family computer. Used to do homework, play games, surf the internet, etc.

    Reply
  136. Asia Clayborne says

    December 29, 2012 at 11:09 am

    Based on your review this computer looks very kid friendly which is a definite plus for me. My husband is also a painter/graphic designer & I know he could use this to touch up his art and graphics. The screen looks so bright and it’s a great size! I would use the computer myself to jump start my online social media business and of course social networking! I love being able to keep in touch with friends and family so having a high quality integrated webcam feature would make it that much easier! I am really excited about the chance to use the HP TrueVision HD Webcam,
    The Beats Audio, High Definition, & of course the All-In-One features that makes this HP touchsmart!

    Reply
  137. Rochel S says

    December 30, 2012 at 6:52 pm

    This would be great for editing my pictures. It would also be perfect for my son to use! He would be able to use it for all his games and he would love drawing on it!

    Reply
  138. Rachel V says

    December 30, 2012 at 8:24 pm

    It would be a family computer. I’d use it for digi scrapping, kids would do everything they could on it!

    Reply
  139. Rachee says

    December 30, 2012 at 10:36 pm

    I would use this computer for blogging and school. My kid would use it for school and making videos.

    Reply
  140. RJ says

    December 31, 2012 at 7:00 am

    Love this PC – has everything you could possibly need for a family computer.

    Reply
  141. Kiara says

    December 31, 2012 at 9:43 pm

    I would use it as our main family computer.

    Reply
  142. Cynthia C says

    January 1, 2013 at 2:52 am

    I would use it as my main computer.

    Reply
  143. Kristi C says

    January 1, 2013 at 3:52 am

    This would be great for my children for school work and video games.

    Reply
  144. tracy davis says

    January 1, 2013 at 4:34 am

    It would be the family computer for everyone to use

    Reply
  145. Margaret Smith says

    January 1, 2013 at 8:01 am

    I would use this as my own computer. Right now, my family shares a computer and my two sons, one in middle school, the other in high school are always needing to take turns for homework, etc.

    Reply
  146. carol says

    January 1, 2013 at 8:10 am

    I would use it for myself because this way my husband could have his own computer

    Reply
  147. Ravzie says

    January 1, 2013 at 9:19 am

    I would replace the dinosaur on my desk and do me some shoppin’! thanks

    Reply
  148. Robin says

    January 1, 2013 at 10:52 am

    It would allow me to retire my old computer I use to surf the web

    Reply
  149. ky2here says

    January 1, 2013 at 12:49 pm

    Mostly blogging and shopping

    ky2here at msn dot com

    Reply
  150. mickeyfan says

    January 1, 2013 at 1:11 pm

    I would use it in my home office. I am anxious to try Windows 8.

    Reply
  151. Daniel M says

    January 1, 2013 at 3:08 pm

    would be for in the family room

    Reply
  152. Crystal F says

    January 1, 2013 at 3:29 pm

    My girls would use it for school work. You wouldn’t beleive how much my 7th grader has to do online. Thank you!

    Reply
  153. Geoff K says

    January 1, 2013 at 5:17 pm

    I’d use the HP Envy to manage the household finances, keep receipts and documents organized, prepare files and spreadsheets for work, and to work on graphic design and illustration projects in my spare time. Thanks!

    Reply
  154. Molly K says

    January 2, 2013 at 11:38 am

    I would love to have this for a family computer. I have a big, old computer that I don’t let my boys touch because I am afraid of it dying. So this would be great to have for everyone to use.

    Reply
  155. shawna says

    January 2, 2013 at 6:08 pm

    We would let the kids use it for school work and I would like to use it for photography.

    Reply
  156. Derk Thomas says

    January 2, 2013 at 8:09 pm

    I would use it and not wait for the family computer.

    Reply
  157. jen gersch says

    January 3, 2013 at 1:52 am

    I would use it for work

    Reply
  158. Sheree says

    January 3, 2013 at 2:15 am

    I would use it for my work computer

    Reply
  159. Mya Murphy says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:07 am

    I’m about to go back to college, and it would provide me with quick access. I’m having to go to the library for all my computer needs.

    Reply
  160. Heather S says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:20 am

    We would use it as a family computer and I would use it for work

    Reply
  161. amy delong says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:25 am

    this would be for the family,we could use this for everything,school,work
    ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  162. robyn paris says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:33 am

    i would use this to keep track of my bills and to keep up to date on current events via the web

    Reply
  163. Sherry Conrad says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:53 am

    I will be returning to school- I would use it for that.

    Reply
  164. susan smoaks says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:09 am

    I am about to start a home based business and I would love to win this so i could use it for my work.

    Reply
  165. Shannon says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:38 am

    I’d use it for everything, email, internet searching, etc.

    Reply
  166. musingsfromme/jill says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:59 am

    I would put it in my family room next to the entertainment area so that we could store and access all our media in one location.

    Reply
  167. Tiffany Hearn says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:10 am

    I would use this for everything but my kids would get the most use out of this awesome computer. They would use it for homework and playing games. Thanks for the awesome giveaway!

    Reply
  168. Ellen Casper says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:50 am

    Internet and emails and I’m sure I’ll use it for other things also.

    Reply
  169. Angela Cash says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:55 am

    My mom’s pc is a dinosaur. If I won I would give this to her.

    Reply
  170. S Carter says

    January 3, 2013 at 8:10 am

    I am a student so this would be AWESOME! I would be using it for school. Thanks.

    Reply
  171. naomi c says

    January 3, 2013 at 8:20 am

    i would use it to help my kids stay in touch with their family members worldwide – skype!

    Reply
  172. McKim says

    January 3, 2013 at 8:38 am

    I would use it for my grandson to play games on.

    Reply
  173. Oanh h. says

    January 3, 2013 at 8:53 am

    I would use the HP ENVY to connect with relatives overseas and create photo books, presentations, and stream movies.

    Reply
  174. Jaime says

    January 3, 2013 at 8:58 am

    This would be our family computer

    Reply
  175. Lisa Garner says

    January 3, 2013 at 9:26 am

    I would love to have this so my 3 oldest children can use it for homework and online research for school as well as creating art projects.

    Reply
  176. Kim Kasl says

    January 3, 2013 at 9:37 am

    I just posted “sweet!” in my entry 🙂 But really, I’d have the kids doing fun art and education activities on it!

    Reply
  177. Kerrie Mayans says

    January 3, 2013 at 10:03 am

    I would let my daughters use it for school papers and I would use it for working on PTO stuff for their school and surfing my favorite blogs.

    Reply
  178. Tanya White says

    January 3, 2013 at 10:15 am

    I would use it for work and for my kids to do homework and to learn on it.

    Reply
  179. Kimberly C. says

    January 3, 2013 at 10:27 am

    I am a work-from-home-moom and I would use the HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart All in One for our home based business office! This would be an amazing asset for our family owned home based small business. It would not only bring our business up to date into the current technology world but allow us to build and grow our business in so many ways! Thanks for the chance! Xo!

    Reply
  180. Sonya says

    January 3, 2013 at 10:36 am

    We’d use this as a family computer, for email, schoolwork, games, etc!

    Reply
  181. Melissa P. says

    January 3, 2013 at 11:09 am

    I’m in grad school and this would be great for carrying to class.

    Reply
  182. Jennifer M says

    January 3, 2013 at 11:49 am

    We’d use it for looking up recipes and watching movies/shows.

    Reply
  183. christina moore says

    January 3, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    We would use for homework and everything

    Reply
  184. Chrissy Nestor says

    January 3, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    I’d use it for pics and my daughter would use it for games!

    chrissylea1979 (at)gmail(dot) com

    Reply
  185. Carrie M says

    January 3, 2013 at 12:21 pm

    I would use it for my daughter. She is alwyas trying to play games and stuff on my laptop and I am not sure how many more times I can have my husband reset it after she messes with the settings.

    Reply
  186. Michelle Tucker says

    January 3, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    I’d use it to replace the one I have. It’s about time for a new upgrade. I also have programs to scrapbook on the computer and it’d be great to use with this.
    Michelle

    Reply
  187. Nicole Vosburgh says

    January 3, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    I would love to give this to my husband to use for his sports management career!

    Reply
  188. nickie says

    January 3, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    I would use the HP Envy 23 Touchsmart All In One for everything gaming, searches etc

    Reply
  189. Janice Ford says

    January 3, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    I would definitely use it as the family computer so we can all use it for homework, research, skype, etc. What a great prize!

    Reply
  190. Kathleen says

    January 3, 2013 at 2:33 pm

    I would use it as my main computer for blogging

    kport207 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  191. Corey Olomon says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:07 pm

    I would mostly use it for my kids school work (one in homeschool and two in public school).

    Reply
  192. Brian says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:09 pm

    This would be great for the whole family from homework to watching shows.

    Reply
  193. Linda Kubala says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    I would use it to replace the only one I have, a 6 yr old dell, family contact, truly help with my crafting design I do from home.

    Reply
  194. Robyn Wright of RobynsOnlineWorld.com says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    I’m not positive – if I am greedy I will keep it in my office if I win, BUT I think this really would be a great computer to have in a shared family area and use as a command center for everything!

    Reply
  195. Keya says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    I would use the HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart All in One for college.

    Reply
  196. jeannine s says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    I would use it for the kids homework, repcices and central message center

    Reply
  197. Jackie Koller says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    Help with teaching my sons.

    Reply
  198. Wanda McHenry says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:01 pm

    I’d give it to my mother since she doesn’t have a PC and this seems like it would be so easy for her since she’s PC challenged.

    Reply
  199. Breanne says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:02 pm

    I’d use it for school

    Reply
  200. Marsha H. says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:04 pm

    I plan on using the envy to play a online game or two and to plan my students lessons.

    Reply
  201. Aaron Bretveld says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:14 pm

    I would use it to replace my current laptop computer. My laptop is over 2 years old now and has a broken USB port that is getting annoying. I’d use the computer for course work when I start working on my Bachelor of Science degree in a couple weeks.

    Reply
  202. erica says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:15 pm

    I would use it for digital scrap booking on my craft table!

    Reply
  203. Jennifer Buxton says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:17 pm

    How exciting that the whole family can enjoy! Talk about HP ENVY. 😉

    Reply
  204. Beverly Metcalf says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:39 pm

    Nice computer! It looks like I could do everything on it. I would use it to watch movies on, send photos to my family and do more sweepstakes. Thanks for a wonderful contest!

    Reply
  205. Sara @ CleverPinkPirate.com says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:59 pm

    My kids really need a computer to use. I may give them mine if I win and keep this awesome one 😉

    Reply
  206. Beth Palacios says

    January 3, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    It would be a family computer and we would all use it for different purposes. I would use it for basic stuff, like searching the internet and my kids would use it for play and school. Fingers crossed!

    Reply
  207. Christine W says

    January 3, 2013 at 5:25 pm

    I would use it for my job search. It would also be fun to use the webcam to talk on skype…I have never tried that before. Thanks for the chance!

    Reply
  208. Michelle H. says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    I would use it for browsing the internet, watching videos, and for general family use.

    Reply
  209. Kimberly Snyder says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:20 pm

    I would use it for everything I do online. And I won’t have to wait “MY TURN” behind my family to use my computer 🙂

    Reply
  210. Trisha McKee says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:22 pm

    I would use it for my writing, and stop using my kid’s laptop.

    Reply
  211. Sharon says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    I would use it for College!
    Thank You!

    Reply
  212. kfloveinme says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    I would use it to start my own business and do research. My fiance would use it to do his homework.
    thanks for an awesome giveaway!

    Reply
  213. Sand says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    I would use it to keep in contact with my family and friends and pay bills.

    Reply
  214. Bryan E. says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:05 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway… we would use the HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart AiO as the family desktop, locating it in the family room-kitchen area: kids would do homework & art projects, we would catalog family photos & videos, answer emails, pay bills, etc.

    Reply
  215. Laura Proctor Unger says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:11 pm

    I would use this as our family computer, and my two boys could use it as they enter school, and would probably also use it to edit family photos and videos.

    Reply
  216. Kyron Parsons says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:34 pm

    I would use it for school work since it’s an All-in-One, it can handle all of it like internet research, file uploading, creativeness, everything!

    Reply
  217. Juan Sanchez says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:38 pm

    I would use it for school!

    Reply
  218. sheryl cullum says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    This would be great for all the bill paying we do

    Reply
  219. David Haug says

    January 3, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    Upload a bunch of music, keep track of all my social networks and e-mails, hunt for a job, do my e-bay listings and purchases….just about everything!

    Reply
  220. marilyn j says

    January 3, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    My whole family would use it for entertainment, education and communication

    Reply
  221. Justin Comeau says

    January 4, 2013 at 2:53 am

    I’d use this as the family/general use computer. Seems interesting for sure!

    Reply
  222. Michelle Bartley says

    January 4, 2013 at 8:03 am

    I’d use it for everything!! Looks pretty amazing!

    Reply
  223. Lisa Lodter says

    January 4, 2013 at 9:22 am

    I would give it to my 3 kids to use.

    Reply
  224. Sprinkle says

    January 4, 2013 at 9:49 am

    I would use it for Blogging purpose and even for shopping online.

    Reply

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