»Lynx Posted August 21, 2009 Report Posted August 21, 2009 So my girlfriend needs a new laptop, she's not really got many requirements so it doesn't need to be a gaming machine however it shouldn't be something *too budget. At least 15" in size, and light weight. Operating system doesn't really matter, as she uses Linux on her current notebook anyway so if that helps anybody shave on prices all the better... Anybody seen anything in particular that they've seen lately that they'd like to get, or would consider getting? -L
Static Burn Posted August 21, 2009 Report Posted August 21, 2009 just bought this a few weeks ago: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9371477&type=product&id=1218093383615 seems good no problems with it so far.
Hakaku Posted August 22, 2009 Report Posted August 22, 2009 Well my sister needs a new laptop and asked me to help, but anything relating to HP was out of the question. The Acer Aspire was one that caught my attention.
»Lynx Posted August 22, 2009 Author Report Posted August 22, 2009 I don't like Acer at all, I've always found their build quality terribad, thanks for the link Static.
Hakaku Posted August 22, 2009 Report Posted August 22, 2009 Mac is expensive though, at least where I live, for the same specs as either Windows or Linux, you pay at least double or triple the price for a mac.
»doc flabby Posted August 22, 2009 Report Posted August 22, 2009 Leveno make some nice business laptops, that are pretty durable too, we've just ordered this one for work, but its probably over specced for you needs http://shop.lenovo.com/us/notebooks/thinkpad/sl-series/sl500
Dr Brain Posted August 22, 2009 Report Posted August 22, 2009 There are some really great deals going for HP laptops. Take a look at http://www.couponmountain.com/HP-coupons-deals.html. I got a really great 14" laptop (with extra battery) for $700. The larger screens actually cost less.
»Lynx Posted August 22, 2009 Author Report Posted August 22, 2009 Yeah, I came close to buying her a Mac as I run Mac and find it great, however you're completely right they're very overpriced. The think-pads are great too, I used to have one (I actually think I still have one with a broken screen that I should sell...) but they seem a bit awkward to get my hands on to see in person, I never really see them on high streets etc. I looked at some HP Pavilion(sp?) but I hated the keyboards, although they seem like good laptops. What's thoughts on the Dell Inspiron/XPS range?? Oh, and how about that slimline laptop that I think MSI released? Has anybody tried it out etc -L
Hakaku Posted August 23, 2009 Report Posted August 23, 2009 I currently use a Dell Inspiron 6400 and have been satisfied with it ever since (got it in late 2006). It's a good all-around laptop, and I haven't encountered any problems with it. On the downside it comes with a bunch of (trial) applications that you're never going to use. All in all, if more recent Inspirons are like this one, I would recommend it for all around use (school, home, whatever), but I wouldn't recommend it if you're a heavy gamer or plan on using other resource-intensive applications. In comparison, my sister had an HP Pavillion, which are apparently rigged with issues that cause the system to not start up, overheat, have graphical display problems, bios issues, terrible battery life, wireless connection issues... The sad thing is, HP knew about these problems, never really fixed them, and continue(d) to make and sell a number of Pavilion models with all of these problems. - She's considering getting a Mac, since they seem quite reliable and dependable.
»Lynx Posted August 23, 2009 Author Report Posted August 23, 2009 I've got a Mac and I've not even thought about going back, but I just can't agree with their prices. Also, I've read similar from HP, and I've actually got a few friends with problematic HP machines. Hrmmm
Dr Brain Posted August 23, 2009 Report Posted August 23, 2009 I've used HP for years, and never had a problem. I would never buy another Sony, however.
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