# Netbook Knockoffs The Fake HP Mini 5101 is Close to, But Not Quite, the Real Thing By Katherinev123 | Published 2010-03-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fake-hp-mini-5101 References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/06/keepin-it-real-fake-hp-mini-5101-knockoff-looks-as-good-as-the/) & [micgadget](http://micgadget.com/2202/hp-mini-5101-knockoff-for-product-red/) Fashion goods have been knocked off time and time again, but [computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geekbook)? Yet, it has become a reality with this fake [HP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-fortis-chromebooks) Mini 5101. The fake HP Mini 5101 looks just like the real version--it even has a chrome HP logo on the top! Nevertheless, if you're computer-savvy--and even if you're not--you can probably tell this is a fake HP Mini 5101. The layout of its ports are slightly off and its color isn't quite as shiny as the real version. The funny thing is, the fake HP Mini 5101 is only about $60 less than the real one! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Counterfeit Computing:** The trend of counterfeiting technology has appeared, offering counterfeit electronic products that are often priced lower than the original products. - **Authenticity Verification:** Verify original computing products with an authenticity labeling system that minimizes the risks of fraud and counterfeits. - **Consumer Education:** Educating consumers about the dangers of counterfeit technology products and the importance of investing in genuine products can help to eradicate the spread of knockoff devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The electronics industry would benefit from investing in a foolproof authenticity system and educating consumers on real product features and potential dangers of fake products to combat counterfeit electronics sales. - **Technology Security:** The implementation of measures that verify authenticity, security and compatibility and raise user awareness about the negative implications of counterfeit technology in their lives and businesses can help the Technology Security industry fight against counterfeit devices. - **Intellectual Property:** With the increased instance of imitation products, the Intellectual Property industry could take action in the form of tighter counterfeiting legislation and legal action to prevent the forgeries and protect trademarks and copyrights. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Budget-Friendly Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picobox-lite.md) - [Cost-Effective Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-it8.md) - [Affordable No-Frills Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kamrui-ak1plus.md) - [Retro-Style Mini Gamer PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-retro-mini-pc-am01-1.md) - [Compact Productivity Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mnt-pocket-reform.md) - [Reliable Mini Pcs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dot-1-mini-pc.md) - [Low-Cost Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-m9.md) - [Budget-Friendly Classroom Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-fortis-chromebooks.md) - [High-Performance Handheld Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gpd-micropc-2.md)