phunkyb Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 So I plan on buying a laptop within the next month. My price range is $1,500 to $1,900.Here are the specs I would like.Any suggestions?I was told Toshiba, Sony and HP were good brands and to not buy an acer or Dell.Any input from anyone would be greatly appreciated.pentium 4 2.7 GHz or Pentium M/Centrino 1.6 GHZ processor512 MB RAM (minimum)60-80 GB Hard DriveCD-RW/DVD +/-Wired and wireless LAN for internet connectivityHeadphone portMIcrophone portMinimun 2 USB portsMinimum 16-bit soundWindows XP operating systemrange from $1,500 to $1,900 prior to taxesAnywhere in Hamilton or Toronto I Should be looking? Online works too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blane Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 I agree with Toshiba and Sony (though you get less bang for the buck with Sony). IBM is apparently good too, but pricey. Not too familiar with the HP line. Stay clear of Acer and Dell, especially Acer.I saw a good deal on the Toshiba Tecra series today. 1,200 bucks for a T3.here are some good prices to get started:http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/Category/category_tlc.asp?CatId=17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shainhouse Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 Go for a Mac! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoMack Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 Are Acer's that bad? A friend just bought one two days ago???If you're looking to save dough and get a good machine, check out the IBM certified refurbs from their website... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phorbesie Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 i just bought a new laptop that has everything you said minus the pentium processor, for 900$. it has an AMD sempron processor (1.8ghz i think?). it's a compaq presario v2305. check out at bestbuy.ca. i can't comment on how great it is yet because i literally just got it and haven't set it up yet. it looks cool though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SevenSeasJim Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 (edited) I have and IBM Thinkpad, and Compaq Evo and a HP/Compaq nx9010. I haven't had any problems with any of them.Note: HP and Compaq are the same company now. Edited September 29, 2005 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyberHippie Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 Some great deals here:http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/Category/category_tlc.asp?CatId=17&CMP=ILC-FPM09The thinkpads are a steal, although not up to the specs you listed.I'd definitely consider a thinkpad if you find the right one. They are great laptops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBurnsy Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 I really like my Dell InspironI went to Dell.ca and built it with the specs that I wanted and it was shipped to me that week. If you can't pay for it outright then they also have financing plans(be careful of the interest rate though, as with anything you buy).Macs are awesome but very pricey, and are not in your range unless you buy used.There is free shipping on Dell Inspiron 6000 right now, price tag advertised is $1299.Good luck with your purchase! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basher Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 Amy - I would suggest leasing a laptop. You should be able to get a decent 3 year lease from Dell. After 3 years a laptop is pretty useless anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBurnsy Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 I'm so sorry, I just went on the Dell site, and the free shipping ends today, so unless you build it today it will cost you $But they always have promotions going on for something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snail Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 I support these beasts for a living. I would steer away from the Toshiba's (don't last long), Sony (to expensive)and Dell (too cheap/bad vendor support).The Compaq/HP and IBM seem to be the most reliable. I would get (another) IBM ThinkPad if I were getting one for myself since I've never seen one die unless abused (coffee, chicken soup, sat upon, etc). Occasionaly the hard-drives go bad but that can happen with any vendor. There is a wide selection of IBM TPs in your price range here: http://www-131.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?storeId=10000124&catalogId=-124&langId=124&categoryId=2035724 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snail Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 One more comment. Beware of laptop batteries. They work great for a year (maybe 2 if luck) but eventually you will find you have 10 minutes of battery life. Replacement batteries are very expensive ($200-$300). All vendors use the same Li-ion technology and they all have the same issues after a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basher Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 I would actually suggest removing the battery when the unit is plugged in. Charge the battery to capacity before taking it mobile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenenbaum Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 i like my dell!i've had it for almost 3 years; just recently my motherboard crashed, and dell replaced it in lickity split. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snail Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 I would actually suggest removing the battery when the unit is plugged in. Charge the battery to capacity before taking it mobile.That is definately the way to get the best battery life but if you accidentally knock out the power cord you're dead in the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phunkyb Posted September 30, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2005 Looks like it is between an Acer and LG.Comments on these 2 laptops?Brian, I ma buying the laptop out.Thank you McMaster Bursary! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoodRev Posted September 30, 2005 Report Share Posted September 30, 2005 (edited) They both sound good to me, phunky.EDIT: I no longer think that EITHER is good, phunky. Also, I no longer think that YOU are good. Edited September 30, 2005 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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