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    what computer to buy ?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by DeusEx, Mar 7, 2008.

  1. DeusEx

    DeusEx Notebook Evangelist

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    my female friend wants a laptop and im wondering what you guys could offer?

    Budget: 800-1500 dollars.

    screen size : 15.4 inch or smaller.

    Other criteria:

    she wants a Stylish laptop but also something that would be decent power wise. Nothing crazy, no gaming. I mean girls are girls, she just wants a working computer that has somewhat style and can do most tasks like photoshop and other design programs.

    She doesnt want an apple though so thats out. She also doesnt want a dell. So any other brands please.

    Thanks
     
    DeusEx, Mar 7, 2008
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  2. pixelot

    pixelot Notebook Acolyte

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    HP dv6700t? Or Inspiron 1525 :D?
     
    pixelot, Mar 7, 2008
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  3. SkeeteRX8

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    I would go with the HP Pavilion dv6700t Special Edition, Sony Vaio FZ, and ASUS F3SA-S2..all powerful and stylish laptops.
     
    SkeeteRX8, Mar 7, 2008
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  4. nizzy1115

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    1330/1530.
     
    nizzy1115, Mar 7, 2008
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  5. GaMeRxD

    GaMeRxD Notebook Evangelist

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    xps 1530! 1330 is too small unless shes carrying it around alot
     
    GaMeRxD, Mar 7, 2008
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  6. HI DesertNM

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    Best buy sells a HP dv6700t special edition.. clay color lid. IMO this is the best looking HP yet and its nicely loaded system. I like to configure my systems online but if I bought today, I probably go for the one sold at bestbuy.. I don't believe you can buy this model directly from HP. http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4210

    Also Nizzy and GaMeRxD.. I guess you did not read what the OP said.. they don't want Apple or dell. Probably this question should be asked on the what notebook I should buy forum instead of the dell forum.
     
    HI DesertNM, Mar 7, 2008
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  7. GaMeRxD

    GaMeRxD Notebook Evangelist

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    lol sorry i didn't catch that xD....
     
    GaMeRxD, Mar 7, 2008
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  8. GaMeRxD

    GaMeRxD Notebook Evangelist

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    HP would be a nice choice...however..the bad thing about HP is you cannot customize the specs. Most computers can run photoshop quite well..since its a processor based app..
     
    GaMeRxD, Mar 7, 2008
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  9. DRTH_STi

    DRTH_STi can't.stop.buying.laptops

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    get the 1530 from dell outlet. I did and I got a sick deal.

    T7500, 3GB, 160GB Fall sensor, Wireless N, 8600GT, 1050 res screen + BLU RAY! All for 1250.

    Laptop came to me without a scratch. Immaculate condition. I honestly do not know why a lot more people don't buy form the outlet, especially wth their free shipping and 15% off coupons (one of which is going on right now!).

    oh..didn't realize no dell....if that's true, then get a dv6700t, not a bad laptop for women - configured properly they are very cheap +/- 800 with HP crazy dicounts.
     
    DRTH_STi, Mar 7, 2008
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  10. The Legend

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    You can get all that Brand New with the 30% off coupon from Dell as well.
     
    The Legend, Mar 7, 2008
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  11. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Actually, you might want to check out the D630 or D830...both are sturdy notebooks, much better in quality that the standard 'consumer' Dell notebooks.
     
    Greg, Mar 7, 2008
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    Am I the only one who fails to comprehend why the OP would post in the Dell forum if he doesn't want a Dell?
     
    jmattick, Mar 7, 2008
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  13. pixelot

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    He likes Dell himself and the people in the Dell forum, perhaps? And wanted their advice?
     
    pixelot, Mar 8, 2008
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