I am in America in the summer and want to take advantage of the exchange rate to get a new laptop - is there any downside to this, and if so what is it and how can I get arond it? Thanks
2007-03-09 19:20:07 · 4 answers · asked by dave r 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
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2007-03-09 19:24:07 · answer #1 · answered by THE 1 AND ONLY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The biggest problem you will have is that it will be difficult to get a laptop with a British keyboard layout. You may find that impossible. My laptop has a US style keyboard and I have no pound key.
The other thing I have found is that US built rechargable batteries (like in your laptop) don't last as long when you bring them to the UK. With that in mind you will want to buy a brand that you can get parts for in the UK.
As mentioned above, you also may have warranty issues. How would you feel about having to ship the laptop to the US for any repairs. Especially considering you have to pay for shipping.
These are all things to consider when deciding if it is worth the lower price.
2007-03-09 20:17:46 · answer #2 · answered by John K 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Considerations are:
1] Voltage - make sure it handles 240v.
2] Warranty & other problems covered in the UK by the Sale of Goods Act - you'll have a job taking it back!
3] Technically you may be liable for import duty if Customs feel inclined.
4] Make sure the keyboard is UK style, & reset the regional settings
2007-03-09 19:58:55 · answer #3 · answered by champer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont get 110 volts
it will be 60hz too
but should work ok here
have you thought about warranty?
2007-03-09 19:24:10 · answer #4 · answered by q6656303 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋