New laptop suggestions

[pastureofmuppets]

ASUS at costco....your best bet. gotta love the mac nuts though, too much money, not enough brains.

That's like telling someone to buy Walmarts own brand wrenches instead of Snap On or they have too much money, not enough brains.

You use the tool for the job, for a student it's generally what they can afford.

Apple have student pricing, that may help:

http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/findyourschool

[d4v0s]

No.... advising people to buy macs is like saying snap on tools are dumb you should buy gold plated tools because they look cooler.

If you enjoy the interface fine, but for people needing to get work done pcs are the only bet. I manage a network of 3000 computers on my own, about 200 macs and the only reason they are around is elitist blowhards with more budget than brains.

Ever since adobe took over with photoshop, dreamweaver, and lightroom there is NO reason to pay for a mac.

Unless of course you like the interface then more power to you... the truth about macs is people who switched did it in the era of ****ty laptop designs like toshiba, vaio, and of course windows me and xp. The old days are gone and its high time people start looking objectively at the facts instead of clutching to "what works for them".

Fyi, I'm a linux guy at heart. But as much fun as it is to tweak on things you need your rig to just work.

[pastureofmuppets]

If you enjoy the interface fine, but for people needing to get work done pcs are the only bet. I manage a network of 3000 computers on my own, about 200 macs and the only reason they are around is elitist blowhards with more budget than brains.

Ever since adobe took over with photoshop, dreamweaver, and lightroom there is NO reason to pay for a mac.

If I ran a network of 3000 computers, I would use a Windows machine. But I don't, and neither does the OP. If I ran an office with a bunch of computers for administrating a business, I would buy a Windows machines. But I don't, and neither does the OP.

If I was a video editor and built and ran a bunch of websites, I would use a Mac... and I do. But the OP doesn't.

I also don't use a single Adobe piece of software because they suffer the same problems that put me off Windows - bloat and suck.

If I was to recommend a computer for anyone who just wanted a computer for the house, email, media etc... I would recommend a Mac because I don't want to become their personal techs getting phone calls every other day because this is happening or the can't do or find this, or some piece of software is telling them they have a virus or it's running slow.

If I was to recommend a computer for student on a budget I would recommend they see if they can get a Mac, if not then go find a deal on one of the windows computer makers with a reputation for hardware that doesn't suck.


It's tools for jobs. The elitism of Windows geeks is as tired as the elitism of Apple nerds is as tired as Glock fanbois or H&K snob.

You want to call me an elitist blowhard and insult me for purchasing/recommending a brand of computer? Go right ahead guy on the internet.



(Just for fun...) My first computer ran Windows ME. Oh boy...

[d4v0s]

If I ran a network of 3000 computers, I would use a Windows machine. But I don't, and neither does the OP. If I ran an office with a bunch of computers for administrating a business, I would buy a Windows machines. But I don't, and neither does the OP.

If I was a video editor and built and ran a bunch of websites, I would use a Mac... and I do. But the OP doesn't.

I also don't use a single Adobe piece of software because they suffer the same problems that put me off Windows - bloat and suck.

If I was to recommend a computer for anyone who just wanted a computer for the house, email, media etc... I would recommend a Mac because I don't want to become their personal techs getting phone calls every other day because this is happening or the can't do or find this, or some piece of software is telling them they have a virus or it's running slow.

If I was to recommend a computer for student on a budget I would recommend they see if they can get a Mac, if not then go find a deal on one of the windows computer makers with a reputation for hardware that doesn't suck.


It's tools for jobs. The elitism of Windows geeks is as tired as the elitism of Apple nerds is as tired as Glock fanbois or H&K snob.

You want to call me an elitist blowhard and insult me for purchasing/recommending a brand of computer? Go right ahead guy on the internet.



(Just for fun...) My first computer ran Windows ME. Oh boy...

I didn't call you an elitist blowhard, but thanks for assuming that I was talking about you... must be hard living on this planet thinking everything anyone says is directed at you... OH and Those people are elitist blowhards that "must" have the latest and greatest mac to do their job, and guess what, YOUR tax dollars are paying for it. Just wasted another 250,000 of your tax dollars buying up Ipads and chromebooks too. Which are next to useless... LOL

I have a mac for testing websites on, don't see the allure, but as I said if you like the interface more power to you.

different strokes, different folks.

[sbrad39]

System76 FTW if you need Widows Apps slap a virtual machine in there and run your windows apps...

https://www.system76.com/laptops/model/panp9

[cid`]

No.... advising people to buy macs is like saying snap on tools are dumb you should buy gold plated tools because they look cooler.

If you enjoy the interface fine, but for people needing to get work done pcs are the only bet. I manage a network of 3000 computers on my own, about 200 macs and the only reason they are around is elitist blowhards with more budget than brains.

Ever since adobe took over with photoshop, dreamweaver, and lightroom there is NO reason to pay for a mac.

Unless of course you like the interface then more power to you... the truth about macs is people who switched did it in the era of ****ty laptop designs like toshiba, vaio, and of course windows me and xp. The old days are gone and its high time people start looking objectively at the facts instead of clutching to "what works for them".

Fyi, I'm a linux guy at heart. But as much fun as it is to tweak on things you need your rig to just work.

amen

[cid`]

Alright, I need some help here guys. I've been meaning to make this thread weeks before but I procrastinated.

My current laptop (and only computer) is a Dell M1210 which I have used basically every day since January of 2007. It's basically at the end of it's life with lots of problems and I think it is time for something new. With school starting next week and 3 online hybrid classes (hate them but no choice), I am looking to buy immediately.

I am pretty behind technology and don't keep up with trends. I do however seem to use my electronics for the full extent of it's life so I'm looking for something good as I will be probably stuck with it for at least the next few years to come.

My budget is around $500-600. I am constantly on my laptop on and off daily so I need something with good usability.

Here are the requirements that I can think of so far:

- My current laptop has a 12" screen and I have determined that it is just too small. I am looking for a 14" preferably, MAYBE A 15.6" but that is a bit on the large size.

- I don't want a number pad on the right side.

- Something with good multimedia aspects (integrated webcam/mic, decent speakers, several earphone jacks, good screen, etc).

- I mainly using it for Youtubing, web browsing, Microsoft Office applications.

- I don't really play PC games but I wouldn't mind something with a respectable graphics card so I can play some non-demanding FPS games.

Again I am for the most part on my computer A LOT...so I need something that is very usable for essentially all day.

Any suggestions?


Thanks!

labor day coming up.. goto best buy and find whatever is on sale.. i7 or i5 processor, and at least 6-12gb of memory.. other specs dont matter as much as that.. and i7 will last longer, because its faster

[pastureofmuppets]

OH and Those people are elitist blowhards that "must" have the latest and greatest mac to do their job, and guess what, YOUR tax dollars are paying for it. Just wasted another 250,000 of your tax dollars buying up Ipads and chromebooks too. Which are next to useless... LOL

I love the internet, you can't beat an ad hominem attack.

[pastureofmuppets]

labor day coming up.. goto best buy and find whatever is on sale.. i7 or i5 processor, and at least 6-12gb of memory.. other specs dont matter as much as that.. and i7 will last longer, because its faster

Don't forget RAM is relatively inexpensive nowadays. Processor... definitely got to get the one that will be relevant the longest. The OP mentioned games, so graphics card would be the other.

[Brandon04GT]

Thanks for all the responses. I know some of you really recommend a Mac. I've used them before and to be honest i'd just rather have a windows PC. I looked at some of the links you guys posted and I really want to stick with a screen size or around 14" and not have a number bad on the right side. It kinda seems like i7 is the way to go but those are usually reserved for bigger screen computers??

[rplusplus]

Thanks for all the responses. I know some of you really recommend a Mac. I've used them before and to be honest i'd just rather have a windows PC. I looked at some of the links you guys posted and I really want to stick with a screen size or around 14" and not have a number bad on the right side. It kinda seems like i7 is the way to go but those are usually reserved for bigger screen computers??

http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-i14z-8001sLV-14-Inch-Ultrabook/dp/B0081YPUS4/ref=sr_1_10?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1377812625&sr=1-10

Nope

[Drew Eckhardt]

It kinda seems like i7 is the way to go but those are usually reserved for bigger screen computers??

Nope - I have a 15.6" system which came with an i7, four cores, and hyper threads.

The i7 doesn't have graphics on the same chip which means it doesn't go into systems where the parts budget can't cover separate hardware.

I'm at 15.6" because that's what it took to get 1920x1080 graphics which allows for 3 parallel 80 character wide text windows or two ones that work for older eyes plus extra. The last one was 14" which seems to be where you get enough space for typing. The new one weighs a couple ounces more than the although that isn't enough to be noticeable and it still fits into a very small back pack.

[d4v0s]

Thanks for all the responses. I know some of you really recommend a Mac. I've used them before and to be honest i'd just rather have a windows PC. I looked at some of the links you guys posted and I really want to stick with a screen size or around 14" and not have a number bad on the right side. It kinda seems like i7 is the way to go but those are usually reserved for bigger screen computers??

i7 comes in many form factors but not usually budget machines. I would advise only the dual core i7 for what you listed. Unless you like cutting video or running really intensive applications you wont need the quad core.

Also don't overlook the i3 and i5, they are all fantastic and I haven't met a 3rd or 4th generation intel chip I didn't like.

[Brandon04GT]

http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-...812625&sr=1-10

Nope

This one looks pretty sweet....kinda exactly what I am looking for but a bit more than what I want to spend. Well I would be comfortable in the $600 range maybe $650 max. God it's so overwhelming to look for laptops when you are behind on technology and all the jargon lol.

[NYT]

lmao, of course your job is a video editor....absolutely no technical knowledge but recommending technology. if you did have some sort of technical knowledge, you would know that the internals of mac book pros mirror internals from pc laptops a year ago. you would also know that the only screen to suffer more problems on laptops from 2 years ago or current model mac books are the ultra amazing, piece of sht "retina" displays.

i am honestly surprised you even know what snap on is let alone that they make tools.

If I ran a network of 3000 computers, I would use a Windows machine. But I don't, and neither does the OP. If I ran an office with a bunch of computers for administrating a business, I would buy a Windows machines. But I don't, and neither does the OP.

If I was a video editor and built and ran a bunch of websites, I would use a Mac... and I do. But the OP doesn't.

I also don't use a single Adobe piece of software because they suffer the same problems that put me off Windows - bloat and suck.

If I was to recommend a computer for anyone who just wanted a computer for the house, email, media etc... I would recommend a Mac because I don't want to become their personal techs getting phone calls every other day because this is happening or the can't do or find this, or some piece of software is telling them they have a virus or it's running slow.

If I was to recommend a computer for student on a budget I would recommend they see if they can get a Mac, if not then go find a deal on one of the windows computer makers with a reputation for hardware that doesn't suck.


It's tools for jobs. The elitism of Windows geeks is as tired as the elitism of Apple nerds is as tired as Glock fanbois or H&K snob.

You want to call me an elitist blowhard and insult me for purchasing/recommending a brand of computer? Go right ahead guy on the internet.



(Just for fun...) My first computer ran Windows ME. Oh boy...