Just share some info. with everybody who is interest in the topic. Reagrding the language interface, you can download the language pack and instll it. It will help convert the language interface to Chinese. Or simply upgrade the OS to Win 7 Ultimmate for an additional cost. Whoever you buy the laptop (US models) from, they should be able to get the extended warranty (2 years to total 5 years) for you at different costs unless you buy a refurbished item. It happened sometimes. $500-800 can get the Phonetic symbols printed on the keyboard. Looks pretty good. If the seller works with authorized dealer, they should be able to help reset the warranty start date that will be very close to your purchase date. However, only authorized dealer can do that. If you buy it from the seller who just help buying the laptop. Then, you may not have a full one or three years warranty.