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Old 09-05-09, 06:37 PM   #1
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Default What's most important to you when purchasing a new Notebook or Laptop?

You can share the information about a particular model which you use and what exactly influenced you to buy it.

If you don't own a Notebook, then which model you want to own in near future and why?

If you don't have to say anything, simply vote to let us know about your preference.

I would like to clarify that Notebook and Laptop have same meaning.

Netbook owners can vote too.
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Old 09-05-09, 06:57 PM   #2
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I am planning to buy a Dell Laptop (Dell Inspiron 15). For me the specs/performance & cost matters. I want the best configuration at a reasonable price.
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if looks are good and performance and cost too than it is a good laptop.
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I use a Toshiba and I think all the factors you have mentioned are important
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Processor speed
Lcd resolution
Ram
Dedicated graphics
Battery life
Fast hard disc
Biometric sensor
Touch-pad sensitivity
wireless lan,blue-tooth.
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I will go along with you guys. Performance is what matters to me most. However, I can't stop marvelling at the latest designs the manufacturers are launching in the Market everyday.

Maybe in couple of years my preference will change from specs to looks.
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Although i have voted for Spec/Perforamance as there was no multiple selection option available .............
otherwise Price is also a deciding factor ........... as if your pocket is empty you can't buy it no matter how good in performance the lappy is .
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I m surprised so many have voted for Performance......

Most(70%+) of the Laptops sold by vendors are in a sub Rs30,000 range.......I voted for price

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I am planning to buy a Dell Laptop (Dell Inspiron 15). For me the specs/performance & cost matters. I want the best configuration at a reasonable price.
I would suggest a HP DV6 any day over the studio 15. Please have a look at them too.

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Everyone has their on taste.

Some people just need portability for a while i think they wont go for looks, Specs/Performance.

So PRICE is the most deciding factor here, the more you pay the more you will get.


I have voted for It should be a Desktop replacement because why to have multiple boxes here and there.
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Since I am not a gamer, I will look for a most of the features first. But more standard laptops are very similar in features.

So my prime importance would be to portability. Carrying a 1.5 lb laptop is much easier than the 2~3 kg models, especially on the aisles/airways of an airport.
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Since I am not a gamer, I will look for a most of the features first. But more standard laptops are very similar in features.

So my prime importance would be to portability. Carrying a 1.5 lb laptop is much easier than the 2~3 kg models, especially on the aisles/airways of an airport.
yeah for those who are not gamers and only work in their documents & files and listen songs..................
portability is the most useful thing for them because they don't need too much for this purpose..................also usually there is intel on board graphics so they can play small games like Vice City,San andreas(with low settings) etc.
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Connectivity options like Bluetooth and wifi.
TFT LCD screen - without this its difficult to work outdoors in bright light conditions.
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The spec takes priority for me.

Our new laptop is perfect for my family, but fundamentally my laptop is where I work from. I need a huge amount of storage space for all of my bits and pieces, including downloads, music, games and photographs.
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specs
battery
& portability
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For me, i like good specs, laptop not so heavy, and money matters alot.
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yeah money is very specious
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Default Need Help in Buying New Laptop!!!!

Hi..

Im planning to buy DELL Inspiron 14 with C2D T6400 2.2 GHz processor, 3GB DDR2 RAM, 320GB SATA HD, 14" HD Display, Intel Graphics Card, Vista Home Premium 64bit, Bluetooth, 1.3Mp webcam & so on at around Rs-40,000.

Does above configuration is priced properly? Im buying at a local Dell retailer.

Im also confused with which colour to order as i have narrowed my choices to RED, BLACK & BLUE?

please help me in this conditions?
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According to me.. in India where electricity load shading is unavoidable is almost all the states, standby time is the most important factor. After than one may go for processor speed, RAM and screen resolution.
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hi!i got a lenovo ideapad S10 netbook with a 10.2 in screen with intel atom 1.6Ghz,1gb RAm and 160Gb HDD, bluetooth and windows XP.it has no dvd burner.but no problem.i use it only for net surfing and storing my IT details.At Rs22750 it is a real good buy and value for money.I am happy with the small size but big capabilities.so i suggest decide ur laptop with the main type of use.Lenovo has ONEKEY recovery system too.i am having BSNL DNA 211-1 wi fi modem Bb connection.it goes very well with this laptop.
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