Time for a new laptop?

MoreCowbell · 05-05-2006, 04:57 PM

Here is what I want...

-Lightening fast Web surfing
-I look at photos and occasional video, but no real multimedia editing
-I use MSFT office a lot.
-I want my browsers and apps to load LIGHTENING FAST
-I want it to be secure
-Size is not a big concern
-I want a VERY sharp screen.

Suggestions????

Should I wait for Windows Vista?

vladinecko · 05-05-2006, 05:00 PM

are you a Windows guy or you're also willing to look at other systems?

MoreCowbell · 05-05-2006, 05:01 PM

I'm a windows guy...

gscone · 05-05-2006, 05:44 PM

Dell, especially tempting with the 30% coupons.

GG_The_Fly · 05-05-2006, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gluck75

I'm a windows guy...

Seriously consider a mac - i switched a year ago and it was the BEST thing i ever did - in fact, the only thing i love more than my e90 is my powerbook. . .

MB330 · 05-05-2006, 11:11 PM

With all this changes to Mac hardware - I will recomend hold on to Mac
I have IBM T42 for more then a year - very happy. Few friends had dell - they happy too.
Chech this links. Good luck.
http://www.bensbargains.net/
http://www.deals2buy.com/
http://www.discountlaptops.com/

GG_The_Fly · 05-05-2006, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NIVKI89

With all this changes to Mac hardware - I will recomend hold on to Mac
I have IBM T42 for more then a year - very happy. Few friends had dell - they happy too.
Chech this links. Good luck.
http://www.bensbargains.net/
http://www.deals2buy.com/

I disagree - the 17" macbook pro is amazingly fast for everything a computer user would need - except maybe photoshop or MS office, but with boot-camp you can dual boot into XP and the duo core macbook's run windows faster than any other notebooks out there.

Have you seen the intel iMacs? They're totally kickass. . .

MoreCowbell · 05-06-2006, 12:30 AM

My entire lfe is in excel, word and outlook...I don't see where the gain would be...

Cory1000 · 05-06-2006, 03:21 PM

I work for IBM, if you look at the IBM website and see anything that you want, ill let you know what I could get it for then I can send you a referal link so you can order yourself with my discount...PM if you would like more info..

Nikki · 05-06-2006, 03:27 PM

I was going to wait for Windows Vista but I couldn't stand my slow computer and tiny crt any longer. I just ordered a Dell desktop yesterday after mine lasted a good 6 years. It was $1800 with tax and shipping was free. Came with a 20" ultrasharp widescreen lcd and a 2 year warranty. It says it is Windows Vista capable so I can always add it on later. shhh my Windows XP isn't legit anyways because I lent someone my install CD and they lost it.

mds82 · 05-06-2006, 10:46 PM

I'm an IT guy like a lot of peopl here and this is what i would say.
- Depends on the price you are willing to pay.
- Get Fast Ram, and dont get less then 1Gb ( 1024mb)
- Get the hard drive upgrade to a 7200rmp HD.
- CPU upgrades arent all that necessary, but i would recomend the new Intel Core Duo.
- Web pages to load Fast - That depends on your internet conenction, not so much the PC. Get DSL or a Cable Modem if you dont already have one.
Lastly, I love Dell's because they are easy, not Bloated liek Sony's or IBM's and they are very inexpensive. ALso, check out the following Web sites for deals. If you go Dell, their deals sometimes will only be posted hours before they expire, so be ready to buy As Soon as they are posted. http://www.dealmein.net http://www.slickdeals.net

BMW F22 · 05-06-2006, 11:32 PM

look up Asus laptops. I think you will like it.

nyyankee · 05-07-2006, 12:00 AM

MoreCowbell · 05-07-2006, 03:23 AM

Thanks Corey....may take you up on that!!!

Cory1000 · 05-07-2006, 12:26 PM

If you are an IT guy then you should know the repair rate on Dell's are much higher the sony or ibm. im not just saying that because I work for IBM. Sony repair rate over a 1 year span is less the 2%, Dell is somewhere around 8-9%...

Quote:

Originally Posted by mds82

I'm an IT guy like a lot of peopl here and this is what i would say.
- Depends on the price you are willing to pay.
- Get Fast Ram, and dont get less then 1Gb ( 1024mb)
- Get the hard drive upgrade to a 7200rmp HD.
- CPU upgrades arent all that necessary, but i would recomend the new Intel Core Duo.
- Web pages to load Fast - That depends on your internet conenction, not so much the PC. Get DSL or a Cable Modem if you dont already have one.
Lastly, I love Dell's because they are easy, not Bloated liek Sony's or IBM's and they are very inexpensive. ALso, check out the following Web sites for deals. If you go Dell, their deals sometimes will only be posted hours before they expire, so be ready to buy As Soon as they are posted. http://www.dealmein.net http://www.slickdeals.net

maq · 05-07-2006, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cory1000

I work for IBM, if you look at the IBM website and see anything that you want, ill let you know what I could get it for then I can send you a referal link so you can order yourself with my discount...PM if you would like more info..

Is this offer valid for every forum member? I'm considering a T60 (T60p 2623D8U to be exact).

gscone · 05-07-2006, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maq

Is this offer valid for every forum member? I'm considering a T60 (T60p 2623D8U to be exact).

Make that 2 of us..

05-07-2006, 06:25 PM

I love my IBM T42, but there are other excellent choices. It really depends on what you want, a very personal decision.

gscone · 05-17-2006, 10:19 PM

Hey Gluck, Did you end up picking up your laptop?

MB330 · 05-17-2006, 10:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CMD

I love my IBM T42, but there are other excellent choices. It really depends on what you want, a very personal decision.

I'm very happy with my T42. It will fly with me to Munich in July to pick up my brand spanking new 330i.

leosong11 · 05-17-2006, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NIVKI89

With all this changes to Mac hardware - I will recomend hold on to Mac
I have IBM T42 for more then a year - very happy. Few friends had dell - they happy too.
Chech this links. Good luck.
http://www.bensbargains.net/
http://www.deals2buy.com/
http://www.discountlaptops.com/

LOL! I thought I was the only person with an E90 that goes to Ben's. Some of the threads are hilarious.

MB330 · 05-18-2006, 12:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leosong11

LOL! I thought I was the only person with an E90 that goes to Ben's.

Nope, guilty........

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