I've been using a Medion Akoya for two years (I bought it to move to Morocco because it's tiny, and it has done its job well) and am ready to move up. I live on my computer (I'm a writer) and am looking for all the usual suspects - 1GB RAM, CD/DVD-R, internal wireless, at least 80GB hard drive. Memory card reader (Sony pro-duo) is preferable, but not necessary.
I will not buy an HP or a Compaq, but otherwise have few preferences. I'm considering the lowest level Mac but don't know if it's worth the $1,100 (which I don't really have).
2007-07-24 15:18:22 · 5 answers · asked by nomadic 5 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Hi...
HP business (e.g. NC-series) is better than the home ones... My hubby has HP NW9440... he has a PhD in 2 engineering majors... and he does a lot of research and stuff... so he has tons of applications that run 24/7 on his laptop...
BUT if you don't want HP at all... go for IBM (either R or T, R is cheaper than T)... I've had my IBM ThinkPad T30 for about 5-6 years and its still working great... I'm an engineering and business student... and I use my laptop alot...
2007-07-27 08:12:14 · answer #1 · answered by Samantha 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Dell 1520 has all the top options availible and comes in a durable alloy case. It has been getting great reviews since coming out a month ago.
http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=3821&review=Dell+Inspiron+1520
Conclusion
The Dell Inspiron 1520 is a beautiful and functional computer. The performance is really unmatched for this price, especially in such a sturdy and attractive package. However, the ordering process can be very unpleasant and can sour the fun and excitement of ordering and receiving a new laptop.
Pros:
Gorgeous design
Great specs
Low cost
Solid build
Cons:
Confusing and complicated to order at the best possible price
Larger and heavier than some other laptops in its class
Flimsy latch
Unattractive media buttons detract from overall appearance
Silver interior may show wear more quickly
2007-07-24 15:47:25 · answer #2 · answered by lueeluee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I would either recommend a mid-level Sony Vaio, or an Apple due to their size and performance. I switched from PC to Mac and couldn't be happier, and recently looked at PC laptops and was extremely disappointed. Using the mouse was almost impossible, and some didn't seem as fast as the apple i am using now.
2007-07-24 15:32:37 · answer #3 · answered by magyk8ball 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Consider ASUS, an original equipment designer. Most of the major brands are just system builders and buy their motherboards from ASUS, Foxconn, etc.
http://usa.asus.com/products1.aspx?l1=5
2007-07-24 15:26:02 · answer #4 · answered by Karz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GET A MAC, YOU WON'T REGRET IT!
go to www.apple.com/getamac
2007-07-24 15:27:46 · answer #5 · answered by Linda S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋