Buy now or wait for refresh

I have this config in mind


http://configure.us.dell.com/dellst...m=ecomm2.dell.com&c=us&l=en&cs=2236&pg=review


Basically a loaded XPS 1530 for $1300 tax included and shipping.

I'm not too concerned about the CPU upgrade from Montevina. I'm just worried about the GPU upgrade to the 9xxx series and other features like the backlit keyboard...

What should i do? Wait ?

 

chances are they wont refresh the 1530 right away so unless you REALLY want the 9xxx series Id go ahead and buy......you got a great price by the way

 

We're in the same boat. I've purchased a maxed out 1530 using the major discounts available recently. It's still in production (ships the 29th or so), so I have the luxury of waiting for the xps refresh and re-ordering if I so decide. I ordered the T9500 so I'm not really concerned about Montevina, but I would like to see a change in GPU. If Dell drops the 8600GT (please), then I will immediately cancel and reorder.

 

We're in the same boat, too.
Dell drive us crazy! hahaha

 

Sony has released its Montevina laptops.

http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/14/sonys-new-vaio-z-fw-sr-and-bz-laptops-go-official/

Now will Dell?

 

I would wait since its like "JUST" here..!!

 

The Sony's VAIO amazed me. Now i have to reconsider my option once again ?..

 

Hey fishwiskers, I just ordered too and have an expected arrival date of the 29th too. I wasn't sure whether or not to wait, but i just ordered, if dell announces the montevina before then i can just cancel it and reorder?

 

That's why I posted it!

Nah, I don't know much about Sony personally. I am a Dell guy, I just posted it to show things may be coming. Hopefully..

 

Wow. That Sony Z Series is neato. As far as Dell's refund policy goes, I really haven't ever looked into it. I figure I'll deal with it as I go. I'd imagine, though, that if the computer hasn't left the factory yet I'll receive a full refund. I don't know about tax though. Even with tax forfeiture, it might be worthwhile to isolate myself from this 84 and 86 series $200 million scare...

 

http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-9990940-1.html

According to this link 240 laptops will be introduced later today which feature Centrino 2. I find it hard to believe that we won't see a XPS model or two announced today. Maybe the Studio line will also be updated.

 

Guess I won't be getting much done at work as I keep tabs on these updates.

 

What did you end up doing??? Inquiring 1530 owners want to know!

Cin'

 

let us know

 

I'm somewhat torn now.... Sager's newest release outperforms my 1530 configuration for the same price. http://www.xoticpc.com/sager-np8660-built-clevo-m860tu-p-2411.html I hope we see a refresh very soon, or my Dell order will surely be canceled.

 

Yes, the 1530 anticipation!

 

I have no doubt we'll see a Dell announcement in the next 24 hours, but the real question is how soon we'll actually be able to get them.

The only thing I'm really waiting for is a higher resolution (like the 1440x900 one of the new Sony's has) on the m1330. I'll def wait for that!


EDIT: Sony has a 13.1 that has a 1600x900 (page 2, bottom left corner): http://news.sel.sony.com/documents/...ral/notebooks/VGN-Z591UB_spec_sheet_FINAL.pdf

 

lol yup...

 

The Sony Z series does look very nice but the price is pretty high. I say you should get what you want now and be happy with it or else you will always be waiting. In the world of technology, you will always be behind or will be soon enough. That is what I hate about it but also love. The new stuff always keeps on coming out. Personally I have the T9300 and kind of wonder myself how much better this new chipset will be in regards to power consumption. If I can see another hour with this new chipset then I will definitely consider it. Being a college student, I have learned that battery life means the most to me. I currently get about 4 hours with the 6 cell on my M1330 with the 8400M GS and if I can get 5 hours with a similar or better dedicated graphics card with this new chipset then I will definitely reconsider my purchase, but if not, I am totally happy with my purchase.

 

Yea, I like the Sony's but they are so damn expensive, especially for any extra options. Thats why I really want to stay with Dell. The XPS, for the price, is such a great deal!

 

Sager NP8660 (Built on Clevo M860TU) Sager NP8660 (Built on Clevo M860TU)
- 15.4" WUXGA "Matte Type" Super Clear Ultra Bright Screen (1920x1200)
- Arctic Silver 5 Thermal Compound
- Standard Dead Pixel Policy
- ~Intel® P9500 45nm "Montevina" Core™2 Duo 2.53GHz w/6MB L2 On-die cache - 1066MHz FSB 25 watt
- 512MB PCI-Express nVidia GeForce 9800M GT DDR3 DX10 (User Upgradeable)
- ~ 4,096MB DDR3 1066MHz Dual Channel Memory (2 SODIMMS) (Requires Vista 64-Bit to recognize Full 4GB)
- 2GB Intel® Robson Turbo Memory II
- Standard Finish
- ~Combo 8x8x6x4x Dual Layer DVD +/-R/RW 5x DVD-RAM 24x CD-R/RW Drive w/Softwares
- ~ 320GB 7200RPM (Serial-ATA II 300 - 8MB Cache)
- Internal 7-in-1 Card Reader (MS/MS Pro/MS Duo/MS Pro Duo/SD/Mini-SD/MMC/RS)
- Internal Bluetooth 2.0+ EDR
- Built-in Intel® PRO/Wireless 5300 802.11 a/g/n Wi-Fi Link
- Built in 2.0 Megapixel Camera
- Sound Blaster Compatible 3D Audio - Included
- Basic Black Business Case - Included
- Smart Li-ion Battery (8-Cell)
- Full Range Auto Switching AC Adapter - Included
- Integrated Fingerprint Reader
- ~Windows Vista Ultimate 64-Bit Installed (64&32-Bit CD Included) w/ Drivers & Utilities CD's
- Sager 2 Year Parts & Labor Warranty w/ Lifetime 24/7 DOMESTIC Toll Free Customer Support

$2,674.00

Apart from the case looking like a slab of granite, I really like this system. If XPS doesn't refresh this week, I know what I'm buying.

 

Urmmmm interesting montevina supports older cpus..... Maybe and just maybe you can fit a newer cpu on a santa rosa xps.

 

@MexicanSnake: The P9500 is a new CPU. It's the power-optimized version of the T9400.