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    G71v is already on sale!

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by Red_Dragon, Oct 1, 2008.

  1. E.B.E.

    E.B.E. NBR Procrastinator

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    Also be aware that the 32bit OEM license does not work for a 64-bit installation --- AFAIK.
     
    E.B.E., Oct 6, 2008
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    G71V out is Australia apparently

    http://www.penta.com.au/template.php?seqid=23588

    ive heard penta is a reputable site, no personal experience though

    specs on that webby say it comes with 1TB hdd (2 x 512)

    (AUS)$4260 = 2,396.73 Euro

    take it or leave it as to being genuine or not

    if only i had a spare 4 grand laying about lol
     
    nickwood7, Oct 6, 2008
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  3. AM Radio

    AM Radio Notebook Evangelist

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    UK, Eastern Europe -- now Australia? argh! it's still pulled in Canada. no sight of the replacement G71G, either. it better not just be a rebadge of the same box!
     
    AM Radio, Oct 6, 2008
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    The G71V-A1 is no more for the US market. We can't get them and Asus is promising a replacement. If you find them, they are not US machines or they are imported or left over.
     
    STAR TECH, Oct 6, 2008
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  5. Red_Dragon

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    thanks for the heads up asus has realized that for this price there are alot of options and are making the US version better.
     
    Red_Dragon, Oct 6, 2008
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  6. theZoid

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    There are 3 Sagers that can fulfill that desire ...FWIW :D
     
    theZoid, Oct 6, 2008
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  7. OniShiroX

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    It's not out in Spain either.
     
    OniShiroX, Oct 7, 2008
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  8. plasma.

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    Star Tech, mind if you tell us the specs once you find out?
     
    plasma., Oct 7, 2008
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  9. AM Radio

    AM Radio Notebook Evangelist

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    anyone have a timeline for North America (^ and Spain?)

    i found a page that mentions the G71G on the Asus Taiwan site, but only on a menu -- links are dead, no pics.
     
    AM Radio, Oct 7, 2008
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  10. plasma.

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    yep, i found that too. google ftw!

    I think maybe Asus took it down after realizing it was the only site with the official specs? Also, there was this arab Asus site that was also dead too
     
    plasma., Oct 7, 2008
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  11. commendatore

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    Yes it´s out on Spain
    ASUS iberia just told me they´ve sold in Portugal and Spain already 750 machines...

    There is no replacement.
    Just the designation that changed form G71v to G71G

    other than that, same specs.
     
    commendatore, Oct 7, 2008
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  12. AM Radio

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    arggghh! so what's the hold up for Canada then? it'll be xmas by the time i get my hands on this.
     
    AM Radio, Oct 7, 2008
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    http://www.asus.com/news_show.aspx?id=12993
    Looks like Asus wants to advertise the G71 as a quad core notebook (But still have the T9400 as an option.)
    Personally I think they should have done this with the G70SG but who knows.
     
    Zekal, Oct 7, 2008
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  14. AM Radio

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    yeah, well this is all terrific for ASUS. but the quadcore spec was part of the initial spec as an option back in the summer (although they focused on the T9400) -- so what's changed?

    although this part is interesting: Eee Stick!

    The G71 may have the sheer power to sate the needs the most serious of gamers, but it is also very suitable for those who prefer to play games on a more casual basis. Attaching ASUS' innovative Eee Stick—a simple plug and play gaming solution that allows users to interact with the game by translating their hand motions into corresponding movements onscreen—for example, will instantly transform the G71 into a mobile gaming console. The easy-to-use and family-friendly Eee Stick—which works with all of ASUS' notebooks—consists of an Activation stick, a Navigation stick and a 2.4GHz RF dongle. It has a broadcast range of up to 10 meters, allowing users more leeway for physical movement. Boasting three modes of operation, the Eee Stick can be used with a myriad of game genres, ranging from sports and shooting, to action and beat 'em up games.


    ASUS: people in North America want to give you money for this notebook. just sell it to us already, yes?
     
    AM Radio, Oct 7, 2008
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  15. plasma.

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    come on asus, tell us whats in the g70g!
     
    plasma., Oct 8, 2008
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    Post #61..

    Sounds very interesting, but these things are usually a failure due to a poor implementation, so I'm a bit skeptical atm..
     
    OGLES, Oct 8, 2008
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  17. Red_Dragon

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    lol @ eee stick
     
    Red_Dragon, Oct 10, 2008
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    Downer! When this d...n machine finally gets in stock I discover that they have made a change in the screen resolution. From WSXGA to WXGA+ wich means the pathetic 1440x900 resolution that I had on my old Toshiba!! What and why do they do this? Do they not want to sell this thing or what...

    This was this years downer in laptop computing.. Can some of you who have gotten the machine just verify that 1440x900 is the correct resolution on the 9700GT version of G71V?
     
    STeam6, Oct 13, 2008
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  19. E.B.E.

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    Be aware it may differ among countries. So if someone from a different country has WSXGA it doesn't necessarily mean you will...
     
    E.B.E., Oct 13, 2008
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    I just wish Asus could be a bit more spesific on their webpages. Bluray on a 1440x900.. right. Well, I guess I have to look at Clevo D901C again then, bummer.
     
    STeam6, Oct 14, 2008
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  21. OniShiroX

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    Where are you from and what is the model number of the G71V you saw with WXGA+?
     
    OniShiroX, Oct 14, 2008
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    STeam6, Oct 14, 2008
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  23. Si3

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    Man!!

    Where is this Laptop in US?! I've been waiting for this thing to go on sale for a while as its the only one that I feel you get everything you need at the right price, but they keep pushing back the date of release!

    It's mid October now...Does anyone know if this is going to get pushed back again? Or know of a laptop that is similar to this one in price, performance, and quality? I don't know about you guys but I'm starting to get tired of waiting...
     
    Si3, Oct 14, 2008
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  24. Red_Dragon

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    it has arrived on xoticpc already genntech has it as well.
     
    Red_Dragon, Oct 14, 2008
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  25. Si3

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    They have the laptop on display on their sites, but its been on pre-order status for quite awhile, especially with the new update from G71V to G71G that hasn't been confirmed yet with its specs.

    Xoticpc says it would arrive in the end of Sept, but has yet to update their site on it. Gentech has updated their info, but indicates that it would be avaliable mid October, but no other info on the change from the "V" to the "G" specs. Other sites such as Excaliberpc has updated their info about the change in model, but has no date of release what so ever.

    So end result is no Asus G71G-A1 yet in the US...or with how things been going, nothing for a while. If there is something that I don't know please feel free to let me in on it! Or if you have any other suggestion for another notebook =].
     
    Si3, Oct 14, 2008
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  26. Red_Dragon

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    did you contact notebookreview user GenntechPC? He may be able to help you.
     
    Red_Dragon, Oct 14, 2008
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  27. AM Radio

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    no-one in north america has this notebook, and definitely not canada.

    if it is available, the retailers are pretty hush about it.
     
    AM Radio, Oct 14, 2008
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    Hi again.

    Mine has 1920x1200 FULL HD screen. WXGA+

    Here are the specs. This is the store where I bought mine.
    By the way... it´s the best screen I´ve seen on a Laptop and it is a great machine.

    If you think about Price/equipment racio, this is one of the best deals you can have. (at least in Portugal wich is my homeland)

    Cheers.
    Soon I am to publish a review on this G71v and I´ll give you the links.
    I´ll write it in portuguese but you can always see the pics ;)

    Here is the link to the store and these are my specs and the only model for sale here yet.

    There will br the Quadcore version but it has no ETA.

    http://webservinfor.com/php/product_info.php?cPath=35&products_id=1575
     
    commendatore, Oct 14, 2008
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    WXGA+ is 1440x900, WUXGA is 1920x1200, I guess yours has WUXGA, right?

     
    OniShiroX, Oct 15, 2008
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  30. commendatore

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    Yes! My mistake. Sorry.
    The specs are the ones on that link
     
    commendatore, Oct 15, 2008
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    Well guys...

    I contacted Gentechpc on this forum, and he said that it WILL be pushed back once again, this time to the end of OCT. What I did find out was that he (Ken I believe) said that there most likely will be some changes to the laptop... Lets hope that there will be a new video card in there! Hopefully the 9800GTX!! And maybe the newer wireless network card from 5100 to 5300 =]...

    At least the computer is not staying the same and just being pushed back, becoming out dated technology. Lets hope for the best!
     
    Si3, Oct 15, 2008
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  32. Red_Dragon

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    actually you pretty much hit it on the spot the new asus model at best buy has a 9800 it looks they are fully making the move to 9800 and i support full support that.
     
    Red_Dragon, Oct 16, 2008
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    ^ got a link? can't find that new ASUS on BB.
     
    AM Radio, Oct 16, 2008
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    Red_Dragon, Oct 16, 2008
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