2006-09-20 01:39:18 · 15 answers · asked by me 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Toshiba is the BEST. HPs are OK if you can't find a Toshiba model that you like. Dells SUCK. I have found that keyboards and mousepads were lose, so just touching the keyboards, causes the mouse to move. (not always, but it is NOT REPAIRABLE when you get one like that).
In general, I believe that you have to SEE the laptop when you buy one. Check Staples, WalMart and Costco for Toshiba first. Shop at a store that offers a FREE RETURN policy. If you get your new laptop home and it's BROKEN, you want to be able to take it back without hassles.
2006-09-20 01:45:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I'm answering this on a Dell Latitude. Dell have been having a lot of problems lately, and the result is that you can get quality for not so much money. Think hard about what is important for use at uni, and what is just extra, and make sure you aren't paying for something you won't be needing. For instance, I save a lot because I don't play games on the computer very much. I don't need all the fancy graphics animation packages. But I made sure I have the best possible configuration for online communication, because that is almost all I do with a computer.
2006-09-23 10:31:12 · answer #2 · answered by Delora Gloria 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Avoid a PC laptops like the Plague!
Go for a New MacBook Pro with both Intel and Apple G5 Chips built in!
This thing is Very Good Value for money!
Ace back-up from Apple when things go wrong (Sorry Meant to say -'IF').
As well as that you get a Free web cam(Built in), XP Compatibility,Wi-Fi,DVI Output(Hooks up to your Flat-Panel TV as well as Lecture room projectors),DVD/CD Write and Re-Write.
More than Adequate Hard Drive.
Not Forgetting stupidly fast Graphics!Cute size and stashes easily so none knows you have a Laptop(Good for avoiding any Mugging situations)
The major PLUS is you'll be the owner of the Best 21st Century Working tool Icon!
Before You ask! NO I AM NOT AN APPLE MAC RE-SELLER!!
I have used Old and New Macs for years and have Ultimate faith in the Format!
2006-09-20 02:20:09 · answer #3 · answered by J. Charles 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought an Acer from Tesco a couple of weeks back. Just under 400 quid and seems to have everything, even comes ready for wireless internet.
My friends sister just bought one for uni as well.
Good value, decent size and weight and best of all, it's from Tesco so get a clubcard and then you'll get vouchers to use for your shopping :-)
If you want a full spec on it or to know what it does drop me an e-mail and I'll let you know all the jargon (cujobiker@yahoo.co.uk).
Hope that helps
2006-09-20 01:50:00 · answer #4 · answered by Cujo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any Basic, Acer is cheap. Check out PC World and Comet, they have some offers on at the moment.
2006-09-20 01:46:56 · answer #5 · answered by Canary Yellow 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dell
2006-09-20 01:40:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dell or Acer are good options in terms of affordability.
2006-09-21 04:12:56 · answer #7 · answered by Amit 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acer 5100 excellent at little cost got everything i need including built in webcam,
2006-09-23 10:16:58 · answer #8 · answered by tonyinspain 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DO NOT BUY A TOSHIBA!!!!!! Bad, Bad experience...the hardisk crashed twice in 13 mos...Their service is GOD AWFUL...if you buy a Toshiba you will be sorry....IBM thinkpads are excellent though.
2006-09-20 01:48:10 · answer #9 · answered by Mac 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a scottish one .
they come with a free kilt and tartan wig.
great for drama.
2006-09-20 01:41:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋