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Vostro 1220 Owner's Cafe

Discussion in 'Dell Latitude, Vostro, and Precision' started by theZoid, Nov 20, 2009.

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  1. theZoid

    theZoid Notebook Savant

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    considering the power of the machine with small footprint, this is really great!
     
    theZoid, Dec 12, 2009
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    Hey how is the screen? How long is your battery life? did you tweak the machine for better battery life? How is the build quality?
     
    freedom16, Dec 13, 2009
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    didn't you read any posts in this topic?
     
    idiscuss, Dec 13, 2009
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    Great, Long, No and Good.
     
    theZoid, Dec 14, 2009
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    Just a heads up for anyone looking for a nice protective case for the Vostro 1220:

    Samsonite makes a "Netbook" case for laptops up to 10.2" screens - yet it fits the 1220 like a glove. There is room for a CD or two, some papers, and that's it - the charger will have to ride in your luggage. However, this is how I tend to travel, so this case is really handy for the frequent traveler. It also works to protect your 1220 if you keep it in, say, a backpack.
     
    reloader-1, Dec 14, 2009
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    thanks for sharing, reloader. I am going to check it out next time I am in the mall. I think Vostro 1220 is perfect as a capable travel campanion.
     
    idiscuss, Dec 14, 2009
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    freedom16, Dec 15, 2009
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    Thanks for the link! Looks interesting....

    OK...the 'Speaker' is the only weak point in this laptop....I mean, there is only one speaker on the bottom. For movies, I plug in a pair of portable speakers or use Apple Earbuds that I'm using right now. I never use laptop external speakers so it doesn't bother me...except for system sounds, youtube dialogue, those things where it doesn't matter. The laptop has a good soundcard, and sounds great through externals or earphones so it's just personal preference. But for me, it's not even a consideration really.

    EDIT: BattCursor from your link is pretty slick. Just what I was looking for, i.e. to automatically change power profiles based on battery state. :)
     
    theZoid, Dec 15, 2009
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    Yup those programs are pretty slick and awesome, so its IDT audio right? Ipod earphones suck, ipods are better bad too, you want to hear real audio then get a pair of klipsch earphones and either Sony or pioneer headphones.
     
    freedom16, Dec 15, 2009
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    Oh yeah also why there aren't any vostro outlet coupons?
     
    freedom16, Dec 15, 2009
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