angelic680 Posted January 3, 2008 Posted January 3, 2008 Does anyone know of any good deals on a Laptop computer???
rachealb Posted January 3, 2008 Posted January 3, 2008 I got my laptop in the Dell Outlet- it was about $300 off regular price because it had a small scratch on the outside.
angelic680 Posted January 4, 2008 Author Posted January 4, 2008 Would you happen to know the website for that?
freesia39 Posted January 4, 2008 Posted January 4, 2008 dell outlet: http://www.dell.com/content/segmenter.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=dfo
nirvana4all Posted January 4, 2008 Posted January 4, 2008 What do you want in a laptop? If it is simply as cheap lowend as you can get, go with the Dull laptop. If not & want a good deal as well, let us know.
rachealb Posted January 6, 2008 Posted January 6, 2008 Wow, that was a pretty harsh comment about Dell's- I was just trying to be helpful- I have never had a problem with mine, and frankly, you can get cheaper and lower end than Dell. Why does it seem like so many people on this site are being mean lately?
noehlp Posted January 6, 2008 Posted January 6, 2008 Wow, that was a pretty harsh comment about Dell's- I was just trying to be helpful- I have never had a problem with mine, and frankly, you can get cheaper and lower end than Dell. Why does it seem like so many people on this site are being mean lately?Just a heads up, but the word 'Dull', may have honestly been a typo on the member's part. I do not believe the post was meant to be 'harsh'. HTH
angelic680 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Posted January 12, 2008 What do you want in a laptop? If it is simply as cheap lowend as you can get, go with the Dull laptop. If not & want a good deal as well, let us know. I just want to go onto the internet maybe download some pics...other then that thats it!!
pryan67 Posted January 12, 2008 Posted January 12, 2008 For wht you need...I like the Toshibas...BB has them on sale all the time for under 600 as for the "dull" comment...I don't think it was a typo...it was likely meant because Dell consumer grade machines typically suck...poor customer service, etc
angelic680 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Posted January 12, 2008 For wht you need...I like the Toshibas...BB has them on sale all the time for under 600 as for the "dull" comment...I don't think it was a typo...it was likely meant because Dell consumer grade machines typically suck...poor customer service, etcThanks!!! Would you have the link to them....I cant find it:(
pryan67 Posted January 12, 2008 Posted January 12, 2008 here's the one I bought for DW for Christmas (I got it for 550) grab a 10% coupon from the post office (in the change of address packet) to save some more http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8658874&st=toshiba+onyx&type=product&id=1196470144904
angelic680 Posted January 13, 2008 Author Posted January 13, 2008 Thanks.....does anyone know any others????
Sugar&Spice Posted January 13, 2008 Posted January 13, 2008 Keep an eye on Office Depot. I know someone who got a great deal on a Toshiba there. (been a while though....like before school started, so I don't know what kind of deals they have now)
nirvana4all Posted January 13, 2008 Posted January 13, 2008 Okay, it does sound as if angelic is looking for a very low needs computer. I second pryan about the continuing decline in DELL parts and service. For Angelic's stated needs, it is perfectly fine to go w/ a Vista Home Basic system and forgo the 2GB of ram. The circuit city F750US laptop for $470 probably does a touch more than she needs for example. http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd/Search.do?c=1&searchType=user&keyword=f750us&searchSection=All
Sugar&Spice Posted January 13, 2008 Posted January 13, 2008 Okay, it does sound as if angelic is looking for a very low needs computer. I second pryan about the continuing decline in DELL parts and service. For Angelic's stated needs, it is perfectly fine to go w/ a Vista Home Basic system and forgo the 2GB of ram. The circuit city F750US laptop for $470 probably does a touch more than she needs for example. http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd/Search.do?c=1&searchType=user&keyword=f750us&searchSection=AllFor more use than Angelic's ~ home use for online classes plus the usual, with limited gaming ~ what do you recommend? Currently have a Gateway which has been great but will be looking to replace w/i the next year. BTW, I detest our local CC, so would prefer to purchase anywhere but there.
kmbrly Posted January 13, 2008 Posted January 13, 2008 Okay, it does sound as if angelic is looking for a very low needs computer. I second pryan about the continuing decline in DELL parts and service. For Angelic's stated needs, it is perfectly fine to go w/ a Vista Home Basic system and forgo the 2GB of ram. The circuit city F750US laptop for $470 probably does a touch more than she needs for example. http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd/Search.do?c=1&searchType=user&keyword=f750us&searchSection=AllThis one looks good for what I use the computer for. Thanks. I'm looking to replace my Dell. Nothing but problems with it from the start.
nirvana4all Posted January 13, 2008 Posted January 13, 2008 For more use than Angelic's ~ home use for online classes plus the usual, with limited gaming ~ what do you recommend? Currently have a Gateway which has been great but will be looking to replace w/i the next year. BTW, I detest our local CC, so would prefer to purchase anywhere but there.As always, the longer you can wait, the better technology you can get for the same $. Anyway can you wait until march? New stepping on Phenom processors, new video cards from ATI and Nvidia, etc are all coming out then and while you would likely not be purchasing any of these, the things below them should see a decent price drop.
Sugar&Spice Posted January 13, 2008 Posted January 13, 2008 As always, the longer you can wait, the better technology you can get for the same $. Anyway you can wait until march? New stepping on Phenom processors, new video cards from ATI and Nvidia, etc are all coming out then and while you would likely not be purchasing any of these, the things below them should see a decent price drop.I am hoping to wait a while but the old laptop has been worked hard over the past 2 years with the online classes and is acting up a bit. It has been a week or so since I have had any but I have gotten occasional hard drive errors. so I am hoping to make thru my classes. This is my last quarter but I'm sure I will have to replace before long. Just wondering if you have a brand preference.
nirvana4all Posted January 13, 2008 Posted January 13, 2008 I do. Right now (and this does change) I see most bang for $ in mainstream models (not top or bottom end) in HP/Compaq's and Toshiba's. Sony has been showing as overpriced, and Gateway has been hit or miss. Now, these are average, there are always outlyers. Have had increasingly better HP and Gateway customer service, toshiba about holding steady. Does that answer some of your questions?
Sugar&Spice Posted January 13, 2008 Posted January 13, 2008 I do. Right now (and this does change) I see most bang for $ in mainstream models (not top or bottom end) in HP/Compaq's and Toshiba's. Sony has been showing as overpriced, and Gateway has been hit or miss. Now, these are average, there are always outlyers. Have had increasingly better HP and Gateway customer service, toshiba about holding steady. Does that answer some of your questions?Yes, definitely!! Thank you! Love the plan to hold off until the new stuff hits the market.
angelic680 Posted January 15, 2008 Author Posted January 15, 2008 Thanks for all your help guys..... these are the three Im looking at..... #1. http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Toshiba-Satellite-A205-S5812-15-4-Widescreen-Laptop-A205S5812/sem/rpsm/oid/200477/catOid/-12963/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do #2. http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Acer-Aspire-4315-2490-14-1-Widescreen-Laptop-AS4315-2490/sem/rpsm/oid/196355/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do #3. http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Sony-VAIO-VGN-FZ210C-E-15-4-Widescreen-Laptop-Computer-VGN-FZ210C-E/sem/rpsm/oid/196357/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do Now do you think you guys can help pick one.....LoL Another question whats the different from AMD Turion or athlon x2, or even a core?? I also heard to stay away from centrino or celeron, and sempron processors too...does anyone know why?
nirvana4all Posted January 15, 2008 Posted January 15, 2008 1-way overpriced for what you are getting. 2- Celeron, just no. 3. Centrino- no, overpriced. There are lots of differences from Truion, x2's and Cores, but the fact is that they are one class (the good class) of mobile processors The centrino's are overpriced proprietary product sets, (like paying $150 for a pair of fair performing Nike running shoes, compared to $90 for an really go performing New Balance. Nothing is wrong with either, just the Nike's advertise more).
nirvana4all Posted January 15, 2008 Posted January 15, 2008 http://shop4.outpost.com/product/5478779?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG now if I could find this for you for $50 cheaper I would be happy. But you could probably do w/ the $470 F750US at CC I linked earlier.
angelic680 Posted January 15, 2008 Author Posted January 15, 2008 The one at CC seems like a good deal however I was told to stay away from Compaq and from HP!!! I also not sure about 1GB, and what the heck is AMD Athlon??? This is becoming a huge project thats prob why I never bought one....lol Ok everyone : If you where to buy a laptop right now for under $1000 what one would you buy and why?!?!?!?!
nirvana4all Posted January 15, 2008 Posted January 15, 2008 The athlon is the processor, you want to get an Athlon (x2, 64, etc), Turion, or a Core. These are all names for processors nowadays (and yes they are made to confuse you). You want to avoid Celeron, Sempron and Centrino. These are also processor setups. 1GB is fine for what you listed doing, but as I have told many, buy it w/ 1 GB if you can get it for over $90 cheaper than 2GB and we can easily walk you through getting it to 2GB (for under $90) if you think it is too pokey afterward. For under $1000, there are tons, but w/ your stated needs, you can do w/ under $600. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834147523http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220202http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834101101http://www.shopping.hp.com/product/notebooks/dv6700z_series/rts/4/computer_store/KC323UA%2523ABAhttp://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8668792&type=product&id=1196470448840http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8654057&type=product&id=1196469485969http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8654002&type=product&id=1195600207048http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=999983800050004&type=product&id=pcmprd83700050004http://www.staples.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StaplesProductDisplay?&langId=-1&storeId=10001&splCatType=1&catalogId=10051&productId=206130&cmArea=SC3:CG71:CL161747 each of these are varying amounts under $1000 when I found them just now. They are all decent, on none of them did I search for the absolute lowest price, and stand by my earlier statement that for this week, for your stated needs, the CC $470 deal is about the easiest to get reasonable deal I see with only moderate checking. Yes, CC customer service can be lacking, so pricematch elsewhere, or make sure you dont get your extended coverage (if you buy it) through them.
angelic680 Posted January 15, 2008 Author Posted January 15, 2008 WOW that is an ear full.....LoL Thanks.... I still dont know what to do... I dont want to spend that much, but at the same time I dont know if 1GB is going to be enough.... Ok so now I heard that I have to look for a wireless N card they said that wireless n is up to 12x faster than g.....my friend said I should look for wireless LAN 802.11n or wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n); "other wise its a waste" Looks like Im back to square one!!
angelic680 Posted January 17, 2008 Author Posted January 17, 2008 Ok This is what I'm looking for......Any ideas??????????????? Price Range: $0 - $1000 Screen Size: 14" + System Memory RAM: 2GB Operating System: XP or Vista Processor: Intel Core 2 wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n) or a wireless LAN 802.11n
valuemaster Posted January 17, 2008 Posted January 17, 2008 Keep an eye on Office Depot. I know someone who got a great deal on a Toshiba there. (been a while though....like before school started, so I don't know what kind of deals they have now)I just received the details on my brother's recent purchase ($475+tax) at Office Depot, (YMMV), and I see now that this wouldn't meet angelic680's new specs, but as a point of reference...http://www.techforless.com/cimages/64856.JPG Toshiba Satellite L45-S7409 - Pentium Dual Core T2310 / 1.46 GHz - RAM 1 GB - HDD 80 GB - DVDW ( DL) / DVD-RAM - GMA X3100 - WLAN : 802.11b/g - Vista Home Basic - 15.4" Widescreen TFT 1280 x 800 ( WXGA )Processor and Speed: Intel Pentium dual-core T2310 1.46GHz, 2MB Memory Size and Speed: 1024MB PC5300 DDR2 SDRAM Operating System: Genuine Windows® Vista Home Basic Screen: 15.4" Widescreen TruBrite Hard Drive: 80GB (5400RPM) Serial ATA hard drive CD/DVD: DVD SuperMulti Drive (+/- R double layer) Supporting up tp 11 fomats Wireless Network Card: Realtek 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Graphics Card: 1Mobile Intel Graphics Accelerator 28MB-251MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory Battery: 4000mAh Lithium Ion Communications: 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet Integrated Wi-Fi compliant wireless Expandability: 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter Weight: around 6.18 lbs. Software Highlights: ° 60-Day Trial Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Edition (Excel, Word, PowerPoint!!) ° Microsoft Works 8.5° McAfee Internet Security Suite Protection (30-day trial) + more Warranty: Full Toshiba 1 Year Warranty
angelic680 Posted January 18, 2008 Author Posted January 18, 2008 I just received the details on my brother's recent purchase ($475+tax) at Office Depot, (YMMV), and I see now that this wouldn't meet angelic680's new specs, but as a point of reference...http://www.techforless.com/cimages/64856.JPG Toshiba Satellite L45-S7409 - Pentium Dual Core T2310 / 1.46 GHz - RAM 1 GB - HDD 80 GB - DVDW ( DL) / DVD-RAM - GMA X3100 - WLAN : 802.11b/g - Vista Home Basic - 15.4" Widescreen TFT 1280 x 800 ( WXGA )Processor and Speed: Intel Pentium dual-core T2310 1.46GHz, 2MB Memory Size and Speed: 1024MB PC5300 DDR2 SDRAM Operating System: Genuine Windows® Vista Home Basic Screen: 15.4" Widescreen TruBrite Hard Drive: 80GB (5400RPM) Serial ATA hard drive CD/DVD: DVD SuperMulti Drive (+/- R double layer) Supporting up tp 11 fomats Wireless Network Card: Realtek 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Graphics Card: 1Mobile Intel Graphics Accelerator 28MB-251MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory Battery: 4000mAh Lithium Ion Communications: 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet Integrated Wi-Fi compliant wireless Expandability: 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter Weight: around 6.18 lbs. Software Highlights: ° 60-Day Trial Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Edition (Excel, Word, PowerPoint!!) ° Microsoft Works 8.5° McAfee Internet Security Suite Protection (30-day trial) + more Warranty: Full Toshiba 1 Year WarrantyThanks I went to check this out on the web site and I cant find it........... So you have the link????????????
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