# $399 Laptops HP G60 458dx Recession Special at Best Buy By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-07-26 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-g60-458dx References: [spoofee](http://www.spoofee.com/index.php?section=deal&did=600608) & [bestbuy](http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9415046&st=9415046&lp=1&type=product&cp=1&id=1218101176666&ref=10&loc=01) If you have a dire need for a basic laptop and $399 to burn, the [HP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-probook-400-g9-series) G60 458dx is just what the doctor ordered. This neat little notebook is on sale at [Best Buy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-vivobook-16-wuxga) in what I’m calling a recession special. The HP G60 458dx comes packed with a built-in webcam, a 15” screen and an [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victus-15) Pentium processor. For cash-strapped college students (or their parents), this is a fantastic way to get connected without breaking the bank. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Affordable Laptops:** The trend of offering budget-friendly laptops allows consumers to access basic computing needs without spending a fortune. - **Built-in Webcams:** The trend of integrating webcams into laptops allows users to easily engage in video communication and online meetings. - **Recession Specials:** The trend of offering special deals during economic downturns provides opportunities for businesses to attract price-conscious customers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can benefit from the trend of offering affordable laptops by reaching a wider range of customers. - **Telecommunications:** The telecommunications industry can utilize the trend of built-in webcams to enhance video conferencing services and facilitate remote collaboration. - **Retail:** The retail industry can leverage the trend of recession specials to attract customers looking for budget-friendly options, increasing sales and customer loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Budget-Friendly Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victus-15.md) - [Commerce-Ready Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-probook-400-g9-series.md) - [Efficient Lightweight Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-ax15.md) - [Modern Budget-Friendly Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ax15.md) - [Education Market Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-pro-x360-fortis-11-g11.md) - [Workspace-Ready Corporate Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-elitebook-600-series.md) - [Classroom-Ready Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-pro-x360-fortis.md) - [Budget-Friendly Gaming PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victus-15l.md) - [Eco-Friendly Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/14-inch-eco-edition.md)