Voodoo Envy takes a shot at the MacBook Air

HP unveiled the 13.3" Voodoo Envy notebook, this notebook is 0.7" thin and weighs less than 3.4 pounds. The notebook features the Voodoo IOS (Instant-On Solution) for quick access to the Internet and Skype and will be available for a starting price of $2,099. HP says the notebook offers a battery life of up to 3 hours and 45 minutes with a 3-cell li-ion polymer battery.

Here's a look at the specifications of the Voodoo Envy notebook:

Intel Centrino based, with Core 2 Duo SP7700 (1.8GHz) or Core 2 Duo SP7500 (1.6GHz)

13.3" LED backlit LCD display with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution and ambient light sensor

Large touchpad with multitouch features

Intel GMA X3100 integrated graphics

64GB SSD or 80GB 4200RPM HDD

External slot-load eSATA DVD burner

WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

Integrated webcam

34mm ExpressCard support

HDMI out

Headphone out shared with microphone in

1x USB 2.0, 1x e-SATA/USB 2.0 combo

Windows Vista

Voodoo Aura PowerConnector 56W AC Power adapter has integrated 802.11b/g wireless personal access point + RJ45

Dimensions: 12.65" x 9.04" x 0.7" (W x D x H)

Weight: 3.373 lbs. with SSD and battery

Some of the key features:

Voodoo Aura PowerConnect – establishes a one-to-one wireless connection between the Envy 133 notebook and an Ethernet connector located on the power supply, allowing users to roam free from the wired connection.

Multiple gesture touchpad – more than a standard touchpad, the Envy 133 also provides capabilities such as a circular gesture called chiral scroll and pinch options.

Durability – the carbon fibre casing and fused composite glass covering the display provide surprising strength and durability.

External optical disk drive – an ID-coordinated external eSATA optical drive is included with every unit.

Professional backlit keyboard – reminiscent of old-school tactile desktop keyboards with just enough “click” to get even the most die-hard tech enthusiast smiling.

Ports – extensive usability via a variety of I/O ports, including headphone/microphone, HDMI, USB 2.0 (1x) and a shared e-SATA/USB (1x).

Here's a video from the notebook (found at Engadget):