Rating: 
Summary: Over the Top (for this price)
Review: An Excellent Multimedia/Business PC. Beautifully designed, light weight, nice color, very good keyboard, amazing Screen Quality and Sound, Fast, good battery life, good price for centerino, and made by Toshiba.
If you want to get a new laptop or to replace the existing one, just take a look at this and then read some reviews, you have to see it for yourself and play with it for a few minutes and compare it to others, then you will see what I meant and why I very much recommend it. Good Luck!
Rating:
Summary: Excellent laptop - portable and real slick..
Review: Excellent product - really slick - works well - is quite light - and has a great design. I would highly recommend it - and it's as cheap as $1400 on some sites right now (all inclusive!) - with $100 Toshiba discounts..
Rating:
Summary: great product, great deal
Review: I actually bought the Toshiba Satellite M35-S3592 from CompUSA instead of M35-S359. It is actually the same product, the 2 in the product number just implies a lower class of the M35-S359. The only difference is that M35-S3592 has less RAM (256MB instead of 512MB) and less harddrive space (40 GB instead of 60 GB). The price between these two models is about 300 dollars (1699 to 1399), which I think I got a better deal because my model comes with one 256MB of RAM module (1 module in two memory slots), and M35-S359 comes with two 256MB RAM modules (both slots taken). What I am trying to say is, I can buy a 512 RAM module (which I will do later) and put it in my laptop and have 768 MB RAM, where as M35-S359 can have the same amount of RAM, but it would have an extra 256 RAM module that will be waste. The price for a 512 MB upgrade would be around 100 dollars from Crucial (a respectable memory distributor of Micron), I would still have spend less than on M35-S359. I am not picky on harddrive space, because you can use CD-Rs to store data, or you can buy a bigger external harddrive connect to your laptop using USB port and still spend less on M35-S359.
Anyways, like I stated before, my laptop is the same laptop except for the difference in RAM and harddrive space, but overall this laptop was a great product and I was really glad that I got it. First, The wide screen, it is so nice. This screen handles 1280 x 800 resolution very well. Well, it is also due to the graphics card, nVidia GeForce (decent). Everything is crisp and clear. Even using the function key for adjusting the brightness of the screen, you can see things clearly with every shade. Comparing to my desktop with Radeon All-In-Wonder and 17 inch LCD screen, this laptop hold its own. Because this laptop is wide screen, it is a lot better to see movies with that have the wide screen feature. Watching wide sceen movies on wide screen makes people feel that they are watching in theaters....a smaller version, but beats watching on a square screen. Looking at the wide screen makes me feel that I am looking at a lot more stuff. It is a good feeling.
The layout of the laptop is great. When you type, you find that the keys are not too far apart, or too close. You can simply press the key with ease. The feel of the keyboard is good. It is quiet when you type too. The buttons are not too big or too small, the fingers fit pretty nicely on each button. The keyboard does not have a same layout as most normal desktop keyboard, so it may take some time to get use to. The mouse pad is right in the center, there is a software program that let you set the sensitivity of the pad. Since it is in the center, it does not interfere when you type. The LEDs are a nice touch. They are bright and clear, and I think each button on the keyboard should have some kind of lighting also, but it doesn't. There are a lot of ports for practical applications: SD cards, firewire, parallel port, s-video, 3 USBs (most laptop has 2), microphone, stereo, and CD-RW/DVD drive. The CD/DVD drive is not fast, but it is decent considering it is a laptop. It actually includes a program to silence the noise of the drive. It makes a lot of noise when that program is off.
The CPU speed is a bit downer, but it was never meant for desktop performance. It is compared to a 1.6 to 2.0 GHz Pentium 4 though. It was designed for power and wireless applications. It uses a 802.11b instead 802.11g for wireless networks. Cannot complain much there, since 802.11g is newer and there really is no need for 802.11g, although it will be better to have it. I like games so I installed some games in here. It is cool to look at the games in wide screen, but the gameplay speed cannot match desktops. The CPU can handle the game, it is the amount of RAM that I have that bring it down a little. This should be better once I upgrade.
All in all, I am really satisfied with this investment. It is not heavy, it is thin, portable. It does include a restoration DVD that will restore the original setting. No Windows XP CD included, but it is in the DVD, you just don't have the option of just installing Windows XP. I suggest upgrading to XP Professional though, instead of XP Home. It may cost more money, but it is worth the investment. And, I also suggest to look for deals. I searched and waited for months for this model, and after rebates it costs me 1099 instead of 1399.The M35-S359 could also be found with a 1399 price tag. By the way, Toshiba's warranty is not very decent comparing to Dell or GateWay, it does not cover a lot of stuff, but Toshiba products are pretty liable like Toyota or Honda cars. You could try them if you want, but I bought a 2 year plan with CompUSA that covers pretty much everything you can imagine...Good Shopping!
Rating:
Summary: great product, great deal
Review: I actually bought the Toshiba Satellite M35-S3592 from CompUSA instead of M35-S359. It is actually the same product, the 2 in the product number just implies a lower class of the M35-S359. The only difference is that M35-S3592 has less RAM (256MB instead of 512MB) and less harddrive space (40 GB instead of 60 GB). The price between these two models is about 300 dollars (1699 to 1399), which I think I got a better deal because my model comes with one 256MB of RAM module (1 module in two memory slots), and M35-S359 comes with two 256MB RAM modules (both slots taken). What I am trying to say is, I can buy a 512 RAM module (which I will do later) and put it in my laptop and have 768 MB RAM, where as M35-S359 can have the same amount of RAM, but it would have an extra 256 RAM module that will be waste. The price for a 512 MB upgrade would be around 100 dollars from Crucial (a respectable memory distributor of Micron), I would still have spend less than on M35-S359. I am not picky on harddrive space, because you can use CD-Rs to store data, or you can buy a bigger external harddrive connect to your laptop using USB port and still spend less on M35-S359.
Anyways, like I stated before, my laptop is the same laptop except for the difference in RAM and harddrive space, but overall this laptop was a great product and I was really glad that I got it. First, The wide screen, it is so nice. This screen handles 1280 x 800 resolution very well. Well, it is also due to the graphics card, nVidia GeForce (decent). Everything is crisp and clear. Even using the function key for adjusting the brightness of the screen, you can see things clearly with every shade. Comparing to my desktop with Radeon All-In-Wonder and 17 inch LCD screen, this laptop hold its own. Because this laptop is wide screen, it is a lot better to see movies with that have the wide screen feature. Watching wide sceen movies on wide screen makes people feel that they are watching in theaters....a smaller version, but beats watching on a square screen. Looking at the wide screen makes me feel that I am looking at a lot more stuff. It is a good feeling.
The layout of the laptop is great. When you type, you find that the keys are not too far apart, or too close. You can simply press the key with ease. The feel of the keyboard is good. It is quiet when you type too. The buttons are not too big or too small, the fingers fit pretty nicely on each button. The keyboard does not have a same layout as most normal desktop keyboard, so it may take some time to get use to. The mouse pad is right in the center, there is a software program that let you set the sensitivity of the pad. Since it is in the center, it does not interfere when you type. The LEDs are a nice touch. They are bright and clear, and I think each button on the keyboard should have some kind of lighting also, but it doesn't. There are a lot of ports for practical applications: SD cards, firewire, parallel port, s-video, 3 USBs (most laptop has 2), microphone, stereo, and CD-RW/DVD drive. The CD/DVD drive is not fast, but it is decent considering it is a laptop. It actually includes a program to silence the noise of the drive. It makes a lot of noise when that program is off.
The CPU speed is a bit downer, but it was never meant for desktop performance. It is compared to a 1.6 to 2.0 GHz Pentium 4 though. It was designed for power and wireless applications. It uses a 802.11b instead 802.11g for wireless networks. Cannot complain much there, since 802.11g is newer and there really is no need for 802.11g, although it will be better to have it. I like games so I installed some games in here. It is cool to look at the games in wide screen, but the gameplay speed cannot match desktops. The CPU can handle the game, it is the amount of RAM that I have that bring it down a little. This should be better once I upgrade.
All in all, I am really satisfied with this investment. It is not heavy, it is thin, portable. It does include a restoration DVD that will restore the original setting. No Windows XP CD included, but it is in the DVD, you just don't have the option of just installing Windows XP. I suggest upgrading to XP Professional though, instead of XP Home. It may cost more money, but it is worth the investment. And, I also suggest to look for deals. I searched and waited for months for this model, and after rebates it costs me 1099 instead of 1399.The M35-S359 could also be found with a 1399 price tag. By the way, Toshiba's warranty is not very decent comparing to Dell or GateWay, it does not cover a lot of stuff, but Toshiba products are pretty liable like Toyota or Honda cars. You could try them if you want, but I bought a 2 year plan with CompUSA that covers pretty much everything you can imagine...Good Shopping!
Rating: 
Summary: very good notebook, except for the keyboard
Review: I agree with most of the stuff other people wrote about the M35-S359. It is a very good notebook computer. However, Toshiba has some of the worst keyboard layouts. The Insert and Delete keys are situated such that one presses them often accidentally. Instead of being close to the spacebar, the frequently used Windows keys are tiny keys in the upper right hand corner. On the other hand, the rarely used function (Fn) key is oversized and between the Control and Alt key. In addition, Toshiba keyboards have a mushy feel. Both in terms of layout and key movement, Compaq has much better notebook keyboards. The wide width of the M35-S359 provides ample of space for a full size keyboard with nice layout. Unfortunately this space is wasted with various buttons and LEDs that could be at a different location. If Toshiba had taken advantage of the wide width and provided a full size keyboard with the Insert, Delete, Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys in the traditional 2x3 configuration, the inverted-T cursor keys below these keys like on a traditional keyboard, and fixed the click/feel of the keys, this would have been a truly awesome notebook. I have a few other minor gripes about this notebook: there is no PS/2 port to connect a traditional keyboard/mouse and the wireless adapter is only 802.11b (instead of the faster and backward compatible 802.11g). In any case, given the features and price, this machine is one of the best deals.
Rating:
Summary: An Ideal Mix or Portability and Power
Review: I gave up multiple desktops a couple of years ago in favor of a single powerful laptop, but paid a price in terms of weight and battery life. I stayed with my last Toshiba Satellite 2805-S402 for years because it was such a reliable, solid workhorse. But, I needed to move up and must have purchased and returned at least five top-if-the-line laptops from several manufacturers (including a slick Sony TR2) before finding the Toshiba Satellite M35-S359. I've used it at least ten hours a day, every day for the last three months and am very satisfied with its construction, performance, screen and price. I'm very, very hard on a portable and, so far, this one stands up to my punishment and still shines.A few pluses: Notwithstanding one other reviewer's comment, my machine feels very solid, almost like a rigid metal structure. It's lighter than its predecessor, with a generously sized keyboard (though I do miss a right CTRL key and keep hitting the @#$% Ins key! The complement of ports (3 USB 2.0 and one Firewire, plus IR, S-Video and a legacy parallel port) and features is ideal for me. I really enjoy the SD card reader since it matches the format of my digital cameras. I'm always giving speeches with PowerPoints and the M35-S359 handles projector connection and porting video output with ease. The 802.11b reception is reasonably good (perhaps too good, as it keeps picking up my neighbor's network 100 yards away). The metallic silver finish looks terrific and the case fits well into standard laptop cases (a problem for many other thicker widescreen models). The sound is great--not the subwoofer quality of my former Toshiba, but very bright and crisp, with little distortion even when cranked up to max volume) It even sounds good with the cover closed. Port placement is sensible, though I don't understand the decision to put the parallel port behind its own little plastic door. I'm always concerned those plastic doors will going to break off someday. To its credit, the door latches solidly, so I'll need to be really careless to lose it. A few quibbles: The keyboard layout is`unnecessarily odd, but it's not a big problem. I miss the Touchpoint (eraserhead) pointing device, but you get used to those flat panel things that virtually every laptop now uses. The system runs hot on the bottom front left quadrant, but at least the fan discharges hot air out the side and not the back. My last Toshiba's rear fan occasionally left me feeling medium-rare. My biggest complaint--and it's pretty trivial--is that the volume control wheel is mounted horizontally across the front edge of the system so it's easy to inadvertently raise the volume if you use the laptop atop your lap. I compute in bed while my wife is sleeping, so the volume accidently creeping up to max is more a concern for me that perhaps for others. More Positives: The screen is very bright and, unlike some other models, easy to adjust as needed. Battery life is adequate and DVD performance is pleasing. In summary, this model is handsome, solid full-featured and not overweight. A very, very pleasing buy.
Rating:
Summary: An Ideal Mix or Portability and Power
Review: I gave up multiple desktops a couple of years ago in favor of a single powerful laptop, but paid a price in terms of weight and battery life. I stayed with my last Toshiba Satellite 2805-S402 for years because it was such a reliable, solid workhorse. But, I needed to move up and must have purchased and returned at least five top-if-the-line laptops from several manufacturers (including a slick Sony TR2) before finding the Toshiba Satellite M35-S359. I've used it at least ten hours a day, every day for the last three months and am very satisfied with its construction, performance, screen and price. I'm very, very hard on a portable and, so far, this one stands up to my punishment and still shines. A few pluses: Notwithstanding one other reviewer's comment, my machine feels very solid, almost like a rigid metal structure. It's lighter than its predecessor, with a generously sized keyboard (though I do miss a right CTRL key and keep hitting the @#$% Ins key! The complement of ports (3 USB 2.0 and one Firewire, plus IR, S-Video and a legacy parallel port) and features is ideal for me. I really enjoy the SD card reader since it matches the format of my digital cameras. I'm always giving speeches with PowerPoints and the M35-S359 handles projector connection and porting video output with ease. The 802.11b reception is reasonably good (perhaps too good, as it keeps picking up my neighbor's network 100 yards away). The metallic silver finish looks terrific and the case fits well into standard laptop cases (a problem for many other thicker widescreen models). The sound is great--not the subwoofer quality of my former Toshiba, but very bright and crisp, with little distortion even when cranked up to max volume) It even sounds good with the cover closed. Port placement is sensible, though I don't understand the decision to put the parallel port behind its own little plastic door. I'm always concerned those plastic doors will going to break off someday. To its credit, the door latches solidly, so I'll need to be really careless to lose it. A few quibbles: The keyboard layout is`unnecessarily odd, but it's not a big problem. I miss the Touchpoint (eraserhead) pointing device, but you get used to those flat panel things that virtually every laptop now uses. The system runs hot on the bottom front left quadrant, but at least the fan discharges hot air out the side and not the back. My last Toshiba's rear fan occasionally left me feeling medium-rare. My biggest complaint--and it's pretty trivial--is that the volume control wheel is mounted horizontally across the front edge of the system so it's easy to inadvertently raise the volume if you use the laptop atop your lap. I compute in bed while my wife is sleeping, so the volume accidently creeping up to max is more a concern for me that perhaps for others. More Positives: The screen is very bright and, unlike some other models, easy to adjust as needed. Battery life is adequate and DVD performance is pleasing. In summary, this model is handsome, solid full-featured and not overweight. A very, very pleasing buy.
Rating:
Summary: Cool Laptop
Review: I have just bought a new M35-S359. This is my first laptop and I have thought very much about the brand and the model of it. Toshiba was a very good choice for me. In this price range it offers a Centrino Processor which has indeed a very good performance with low battery consumption. Also its Widescreen feature makes you to watch DVD's in great quality and comfort.
All software comes within a DVD and you don't bother much with tons of CD's.
It has international warranty and an universal frequency adapter which allows you to use the laptop anywhere around the world.
It has got quality Harman/Kardon speakers which sounds very good. The keyboard layout is very comfortable.
I can say in this price you won't find any model with Centrino processor and with the quality of Toshiba..
Rating:
Summary: really cool...go for it
Review: I really like my notebook. At first i bought a Sony Vaio FRV-37 but I didn't like its 2 lbs adapter and noisy fan and then I got Toshiba centrino instead. This has a really nice screen,small adapter,modern design and really good sound system.
Rating: 
Summary: Great Laptop, wish it included Office.
Review: I received my Toshiba Satellite M35 as a Christmas gift (thanks Louis!) and have been extremely pleased with it thus far. I'm currently attending law school, and this model has pretty much everything I might need. Except, that is, for Microsoft Office. All my papers and notes from class are on my desktop in Word, so I'll have to spend [money] to purchase the software from school. You might also want to spend [more money] and upgrade to a 2.4 mhz G wireless card, which is a good deal faster than the 802.11b card included. Not necessary though. All in all a great computer.
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