Your help wanted

AvatarS

AvatarS

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I need a laptop, and I need it before the end of the month. I'd probably choose something because it looks pretty :p, so I'm turning to you for help. I need to line up a few options. I need to know the pros and cons of what you've chosen (and links so I can see what you're talking about). I need to know where I should get it from. I really do need to get it before the end of the month.

What am I looking for?
A laptop.
In the region of R10 000.
It will be used for work. Documents, email and Internet.
I'm not much of a game player, before you ask. I don't think Tetris needs sophisticated hardware/software :p
wifi, bluetooth, etc etc -enabled.
Probably a long warranty period.
CD/DVD writer.

What would I like in a laptop?
A clear, decent-sized screen. I tend to never print and read everything off the screen. There's a lot of reading in my job.
Longer-lasting battery.
A keyboard that's nice to type on (if that makes sense).
Fast (or whatever is inside to make it fast; my current work laptop makes me scream in frustration)
Not too big or heavy, as I'll have to carry it around.
Preferably black and nice-looking ;)

Ask me any questions that'll help you to help me, and I'll answer them and update here too :)
 
I've been waiting for someone to reply to this. It's a difficult choice. I'll see if I maybe have some time tonight to have a look at what's currently available at online stores. :)
 
AvatarS said:
Um, you're missing the part where I actually want someone to advise me on what to get.
But thanks :)
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Oh sorry :p thing is those models on the Makro site are all good products it would be hard to say which one to go for as they are all pretty good :)
 
Hey Ava.

Listen i recently bough a laptop for R7999 for exactly that purpose. Its a Dell Vostro A860. Not a bad laptop has nice 15.4" HD LCD display, wireless lan, bluetooth, normal lan and SD card reader. The nice thing is it doesn't, like many other laptops, come preloaded with a bunch of crap. Just stock standard vista business pro. For work i find it perfect as its light and compact, only thing is its a little long, thnx u wide screen, so if your looking for a backpack carry case make sure it fits but if its a normal sling carry case u should be fine. Ill see if i have a link. Since your a lady i wont bog you down with tech spec's. For work, word prepossessing, spreadsheets, internet, pdf's that sorta thing its more than enough.
 
OmegaFenix22 said:
Hey Ava.

Listen i recently bough a laptop for R7999 for exactly that purpose. Its a Dell Vostro A860. Not a bad laptop has nice 15.4" HD LCD display, wireless lan, bluetooth, normal lan and SD card reader. The nice thing is it doesn't, like many other laptops, come preloaded with a bunch of crap. Just stock standard vista business pro. For work i find it perfect as its light and compact, only thing is its a little long, thnx u wide screen, so if your looking for a backpack carry case make sure it fits but if its a normal sling carry case u should be fine. Ill see if i have a link. Since your a lady i wont bog you down with tech spec's. For work, word prepossessing, spreadsheets, internet, pdf's that sorta thing its more than enough.
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*cough* Dell ftw *cough*
 
Yes Ava, i would go for a Dell if i was you. I own an XPS but they are a bit pricy. and if you looking for something purdy go for the Dell Studio they are well priced for what they offer.
 
LOL. Thanks, Caboose.
I went and checked out the HP Pavilion dv6-1125EI last night. It really is pretty and shiny :D. Told it's a good machine too.
 
AvatarS said:
Hence the cleaning cloth :p
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HP always a good buy but so is dell. Just make sure you buy from a reputable supplier that way if something goes wrong you can swap it out. I also advice waiting till you get to CPT before buying coz if you buy from a shop in Durbz and something happens after the move you will be stuffed.
 
Solitude said:
Ah crap, I forgot about this. Sorry AvatarS! I've written down a note now. Will check it out tonight.
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No problemo :)
Looking to get whatever I choose early next week (want to get it before I head off to CT), so I want to email the new boss tomorrow with my preferences.
 
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