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  1. Thank you, but that link brings me to children's place. I used a code from here around Christmas (I think) for a place that sold children's educational games with out the original boxes to reduce waste. I cannot find the name.. it also used to be an insert in the Sunday coupon section.

    This is a long shot but do you remember specifically what you bought from this store around Christmas time?

  2. Does it have to be 2x1gb? You can get a 2gb stick of PNY for under $40(Newegg.com), same with Kingston. According to the specs I looked up on that laptop it tops out at 3gb of memory,

    That's what I did with my laptop and it's definitely easier.

     

    If you were to upgrade to 2GB (2x1GB) you'd have to replace RAM:

    1) by carefully removing the keyboard, insert RAM and snap keyboard back on.

    2) by flipping laptop over, remove 2 small screws, insert RAM, screws back in and you're done!

     

    If you buy a single 2GB SO-DIMM you can go with option #2 :)

     

    Laptop RAM

  3. http://www.gottadeal.com/images/deals/20080708211430.jpg

     

    Dell Business has the Dell Vostro 200 Slim Dual Core Tower w/ 20" LCD Monitor for $399.00. Includes free upgrade to 160GB hard drive, 1GB RAM and much more. Free shipping is also included.

     

    Specs:

    • Intel Dual-Core Processor E2160
    • Windows Vista Home Basic
    • Dell 20" E207WFP Flat Panel LCD (free upgrade from E198WFP)
    • 1GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
    • 16X DVD-ROM Drive
    • 160GB Hard Drive (free upgrade from 80GB)
    • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3100
    • Floppy drive NOT included
    • 56k modem NOT included
    • 1 year warranty

    Recommended upgrades:

    • 2GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM 667MHz - 2DIMMs [add $25]
    • 16X (DVD+/-RW) Burner Drive [add $15]
    • 250GB Serial ATA Hard Drive (7200RPM) w/DataBurst Cache™ [add $30]
    • Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium, Service Pack 1 [add $29]

    Disclaimer: This is an entry level desktop which should be well suited for mainstream users. No this isn't a "state of the art" machine and probably won't play the latest games due to the integrated graphics. Since it comes with Windows Vista, it is highly recommended that you upgrade to 2GB RAM. You don't have to upgrade the RAM immediately, you can upgrade later and this desktop will function with 1GB RAM. Again I would highly recommend upgrading from 1GB to 2GB RAM for $25.

  4. http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/images/products/8771/8771313_sb.jpg

     

     

    Best Buy has the Toshiba Satellite A205-S5825 on sale for $399.99

     

    Specs:

    • Intel Pentium Dual-Core mobile processor T2370
    • 1GB DDR2 memory, expandable to 2GB
    • Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW
    • 15.4" WXGA high-definition LCD
    • 120GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
    • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
    • 6-cell lithium-ion battery and AC adapter
    • Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium

    Here are the detailed specs direct from Toshiba's website.

     

    It is possible to downgrade to Windows XP but it's not for the faint of heart.

     

    This laptop is perfect for homework, surfing the internet using WiFi, watching DVD's, and of course surfing GottaDeal.com :D

     

    Disclaimer: This is an entry level laptop which should be well suited for mainstream users. No this isn't a "state of the art" machine and probably won't play the latest games due to the integrated graphics. Since it comes with Windows Vista, it is highly recommended that you upgrade to 2GB RAM. You don't have to upgrade the RAM immediately, you can upgrade later and this laptop will function with 1GB RAM. Newegg.com sells laptop RAM as cheap as $30, remember to buy the correct RAM for your laptop.

  5. http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/images/products/8780/8780081_rb.jpg

     

    Compaq $399 laptop

     

    Check in-store availability.

     

    Specs:

    • Intel Pentium Dual-Core mobile processor T2370
    • 1GB DDR2 memory, expandable to 2GB
    • Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW
    • 15.4" WXGA high-definition LCD
    • 160GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
    • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
    • 6-cell lithium-ion battery and AC adapter
    • Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium

    How do I check my local BB's inventory without calling them or driving there? Enter your zip code

     

    Is this hot? Yes

     

    Why is this such a hot deal? It's available today, no waiting in line for 12 hours and no rebate hassles!

     

    Does this have built-in wireless internet (WiFi)? Yes

     

    Does this have a DVD Burner? Yes

     

    Should you wait until Black Friday? Only if you want to wait in line for 12 hours to save about $70.

  6. Well I ended up buying the nuvi 260 from Amazon for $215. First I bought some amazon gift certificates on ebay to soften the price a bit, and hopefully the price drops within 30 days so I can take advantage of amazon's post-purchase price guarantee. Thanks for all the replies!

    Congratulations!

     

    You are going to post a mini-review here after you receive it, right? :eek:

     

    I'm still holding out for a deal on the newer Garmin nuvi 255, I'll be waiting a while :(

     

    If the nuvi 260 drops to $149 to $189 I'll probably get one of those instead :)

  7. Tucson,AZ

    How far are you from Fry's Electronics in Phoenix and Tempe?

    3035 W. Thunderbird Road Phoenix, AZ 85053 (602) 445-8800

    2300 West Baseline Road Tempe, AZ 85283 (602) 445-5100

     

    My local Saturday newspaper had a Fry's Electronics "Dad and Grads" sale insert for this weekend. As I scanned the ad my eyes zeroed in on the Garmin nuvi 260 for $199 ad. If you're serious about getting a good deal on a great GPS, call Fry's see if it's on sale and go there now!

     

    Yes it's twice the cost of my infamous Garmin nuvi 200 for $99 but it's worth it. Also my nuvi 200 for $99 was a total fluke and required a lot of work. First you'd have to convince OD to pricematch Circuit City. Next you'd have to mail in a $70 rebate hoping it doesn't get lost or rejected. Finally the 260 is leaps and bounds better than the entry level 200. In the end I returned the nuvi 200 to OD in hopes of scoring a hot deal on the better 260 or 255.

     

    If you're holding out for another Garmin nuvi for $100 or even $129 you'll be waiting a very very long time. $149 is more realistic for an entry level Garmin nuvi or TomTom GPS.

     

    Here's a side-by-side comparison of the Garmin nuvi 200 vs 260

     

    Here's a list of all GPS systems on sale in Arizona, I can't post a link as it's a competitor to GottaDeal. Search Google for Sunday Circular and you'll bump into it eventually :)

     

    http://img55.imageshack.us/img55/5090/azgpsky0.jpg

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