The Laptop Thread: Configs, deals & questions

devarshi84 · 28th January 2009, 01:42

I have big fingers and the samsung wasnt comfortable under my hands. I have been using the same 15.4 inch lappy since 5+ years and am used to low play with keys rising above the palmrest like in a desktop. For me the samsung pressed 2 keys 8/10 times. Also the particular unit creaked a lot near the screen hinges (probably because of it being a display unit. they get thrashed a lot by ongoers.)

But Samsung is doing well in the market especially with their long battery life. No two doubts. I just prefer Asus as they really know the netbook market. They afterall invented it with Eeepc.

FlyingSpur · 29th January 2009, 00:00

Well appreciated. I concede, for me the ultimate netbook would be one with the Lenovo's build quality, Samsung's battery life and screen, and the HP's looks and keyboard. And of course, the Acer's performance.

I hope this little discussion has helped you, Proxima.

Fountainheader · 29th January 2009, 00:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by flyingspur

The only netbook that crosses 25k in India is the Samsung NC10 which is 26.5k. Everything else is below 24.5k.

Dell has launched the Mini 12 in India. Priced exorbitantly at 31k acc to initial reports!

devarshi84 · 29th January 2009, 04:11

I think it would be fair to comapre the mini9 instead of the mini 12 with competition. Is a different case there arent available in India yet.

Proxima · 29th January 2009, 13:24

Please help me choose:

Asus Eee PC 904HD - 80Gb, 6 cell battery, Win XP, 9in screen, 1 GB RAM
ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
OR
Acer Aspire ONE 160GB, LINUX, 3 cell battery, 1 GB RAM

harry10 · 29th January 2009, 15:15

Guys any review for Dell Studio 14 Laptop?

Proxima · 29th January 2009, 16:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by Proxima

Please help me choose:

Asus Eee PC 904HD - 80Gb, 6 cell battery, Win XP, 9in screen, 1 GB RAM
ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
OR
Acer Aspire ONE 160GB, LINUX, 3 cell battery, 1 GB RAM

Purchased the Acer Aspire One from eBay. The wait begins.

Proxima · 29th January 2009, 16:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by Proxima

Purchased the Acer Aspire One from eBay. The wait begins.

It has awesome customer reviews on cnet.

Acer Aspire ONE A150-1570 - Atom N270 1.6 GHz - 8.9" TFT user ratings and Laptop user reviews and reviews - CNET Reviews

shajufx · 29th January 2009, 16:28

I got Acer Aspire One on 20th of this month after going through all the reviews for almost 5 days in a row before deiciding. Considering my daily need and the applications, cost factor etc. I could not find anything else other than aspire one. It looks too good and a real VFM by all means !

FlyingSpur · 29th January 2009, 20:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Proxima

It has awesome customer reviews on cnet.

I suggest you rely on sites such as laptopmag and notebookreview.

devarshi84 · 29th January 2009, 22:04

Acer Aspire One is an awesome product. There is never a wrong choice in the market. Have fun with your netbook Proxima and let us know how its treating you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by harry10

Guys any review for Dell Studio 14 Laptop?

SAMMY: Dell Studio 14 Laptop (A Review)

My new Dell Studio 14 laptop – A Review Seemanta’s Blog

Hope that helps.

mithun · 30th January 2009, 11:44

Is the Dell Inspiron 1525 going to be replaced with 1545 in India ? I heard lots of poeople talk about this...

Dell Inspiron 1545 Coming Soon | Notebooks.com

I was planning to purchase Dell Inspiron 1525 next month. Should I delay my purchase ?

devarshi84 · 30th January 2009, 11:57

The prices of Inspiron 15 will rise with 1545. Also some of the basic features will be optional or available for extra cost. The changes are not major enough to delay the purchase in my opinion but do google for more information.

I suppose Dell UK already has it.

Review: The Dell 1545 - The Smart Office Laptop | Gaj-It.com - UK Gadget and Tech News, Reviews and Shopping

harry10 · 30th January 2009, 16:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by devarshi84

Acer Aspire One is an awesome product. There is never a wrong choice in the market. Have fun with your netbook Proxima and let us know how its treating you.

SAMMY: Dell Studio 14 Laptop (A Review)

My new Dell Studio 14 laptop – A Review Seemanta’s Blog

Hope that helps.

Thanks mate!
Can't check Gmail at office so will do from home tonight and get back to you, Cheers!

trrk · 30th January 2009, 16:38

Hi,

Quote:

Originally Posted by mithun

I was planning to purchase Dell Inspiron 1525 next month. Should I delay my purchase ?

My 1525 is on a UPS as the system when it recognises the battery reports 100% charged, but switches off as soon as the electrical power goes off and does not boot up in the battery mode. Bow it does not recognise the battery at all.

Problem reported yesterday by email. Got a reply at 12.07PM yesterday (29/01/2009). No further responses so far. They work only 5 days, that too upto 5PM.

My previous service request was 45 days back and was handled better. That was for an overheating issue.

My system works basically in a non AC, dusty atmosphere.

28th January 2009, 01:42	#1441
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 211 Times View My Garage	I have big fingers and the samsung wasnt comfortable under my hands. I have been using the same 15.4 inch lappy since 5+ years and am used to low play with keys rising above the palmrest like in a desktop. For me the samsung pressed 2 keys 8/10 times. Also the particular unit creaked a lot near the screen hinges (probably because of it being a display unit. they get thrashed a lot by ongoers.) But Samsung is doing well in the market especially with their long battery life. No two doubts. I just prefer Asus as they really know the netbook market. They afterall invented it with Eeepc.
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29th January 2009, 00:00	#1442
FlyingSpur Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,934 Thanked: 1,422 Times View My Garage	Well appreciated. I concede, for me the ultimate netbook would be one with the Lenovo's build quality, Samsung's battery life and screen, and the HP's looks and keyboard. And of course, the Acer's performance. I hope this little discussion has helped you, Proxima.
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29th January 2009, 04:11	#1444
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 211 Times View My Garage	I think it would be fair to comapre the mini9 instead of the mini 12 with competition. Is a different case there arent available in India yet.
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29th January 2009, 13:24	#1445
Proxima BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 910 Thanked: 302 Times	Please help me choose: Asus Eee PC 904HD - 80Gb, 6 cell battery, Win XP, 9in screen, 1 GB RAM ASUSTeK Computer Inc. OR Acer Aspire ONE 160GB, LINUX, 3 cell battery, 1 GB RAM
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29th January 2009, 15:15	#1446
harry10 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Faridabad/Delhi Posts: 2,713 Thanked: 3,625 Times View My Garage	Guys any review for Dell Studio 14 Laptop?
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29th January 2009, 16:28	#1449
shajufx Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: BLR & Singapore Posts: 1,806 Thanked: 831 Times View My Garage	I got Acer Aspire One on 20th of this month after going through all the reviews for almost 5 days in a row before deiciding. Considering my daily need and the applications, cost factor etc. I could not find anything else other than aspire one. It looks too good and a real VFM by all means !
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30th January 2009, 11:44	#1452
mithun BANNED Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Cochin Posts: 2,195 Thanked: 268 Times	Is the Dell Inspiron 1525 going to be replaced with 1545 in India ? I heard lots of poeople talk about this... Dell Inspiron 1545 Coming Soon \| Notebooks.com I was planning to purchase Dell Inspiron 1525 next month. Should I delay my purchase ?
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30th January 2009, 11:57	#1453
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 211 Times View My Garage	The prices of Inspiron 15 will rise with 1545. Also some of the basic features will be optional or available for extra cost. The changes are not major enough to delay the purchase in my opinion but do google for more information. I suppose Dell UK already has it. Review: The Dell 1545 - The Smart Office Laptop \| Gaj-It.com - UK Gadget and Tech News, Reviews and Shopping
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