Looking for HP Envy Series laptop deal..

[Yaalili]

Isn't this forum great

U bet it is! - the gateway netbook is new, dosen't sound like u go for that brand...

[Dan]

U bet it is! - the gateway netbook is new, dosen't sound like u go for that brand...

Not a big fan, but it is much cheaper.
Can you pay with an AMEX?
Specs?

[AsherO]

Any thoughts on "Gateway" netbook, i know someone who can get me one for under $175.

Don't go there...

I'd spend the money on a Sammy.  Gateway isn't exactly known for quality products.

+1

Even for double the price?

Yes, see below, where I discuss specs.

Isn't this forum great

Nah, you're just biased.

/ducks.

Specs?

I think specs is a determining question, because if it's crippled (i.e. underpowered), you don't want to spend $175 on something that'll just give you heartache, especially considering that you have $400 to spend.

If you're willing to up your budget to $449, here's a 14" Dell or a 15.6" Samsung you might like. Both have Intel's Core i3 processor and the Samsung has 4gb of RAM (the Dell has only 3gb). I can't speak for quality, but spec-wise, you'll be more than happy IMHO.

[Yaalili]

I think specs is a determining question, because if it's crippled (i.e. underpowered), you don't want to spend $175 on something that'll just give you heartache, especially considering that you have $400 to spend.

If you're willing to up your budget to $449, here's a 14" Dell or a 15.6" Samsung you might like. Both have Intel's Core i3 processor and the Samsung has 4gb of RAM (the Dell has only 3gb). I can't speak for quality, but spec-wise, you'll be more than happy IMHO.

Thanks alot AsherO, one thing important to me, is a minimum of 5-6 hr. battery life, i heard that dell is not so good, what do you think about the Sammy?

[AsherO]

Thanks alot AsherO, one thing important to me, is a minimum of 5-6 hr. battery life, i heard that dell is not so good, what do you think about the Sammy?

Your best bet is a netbook if you want that kind of battery life. Preferably a flash based HDD, and maybe a second battery. I'd say the $99 Sammy is a good value (spec-wise, can't speak for quality), but this is the first I'm hearing of your battery expectation. You probably want a second battery whichever system you get...

[Yaalili]

Your best bet is a netbook if you want that kind of battery life. Preferably a flash based HDD, and maybe a second battery. I'd say the $99 Sammy is a good value (spec-wise, can't speak for quality), but this is the first I'm hearing of your battery expectation. You probably want a second battery whichever system you get...

$99 Sammy netbook, did i hear right?

[AsherO]

$99 Sammy netbook, did i hear right?

Typo, $449 Sammy netbook I posted earlier.

[Yaalili]

Typo, $449 Sammy netbook I posted earlier.

oh sick...

[Yaalili]

Any thoughts on this Netbook, would be greatly appreciated!

Brand: Gateway
Price: $160
Intel Atom N270
Windows XP Home
6 Hour Battery Life
RAM: 1GB
HD: 160GB
Weight: 3 pounds
Screen: 10.1"
3 USB ports
6-1 card reader
3G data performance
89% of a full keyboard

Thanks alot

http://www.amazon.com/Gateway-LT2016U-Netbook-Windows-Home/dp/B003A2HBSO

[mikydroz]

any1 can help find a good price on Hp ENVY 14 BEATS Edition would be much appreciated !

Ty

[AsherO]

any1 can help find a good price on Hp ENVY 14 BEATS Edition would be much appreciated !

Ty

Looks like it's extremely overpriced, and hasn't dropped below $850. Best current price is $862 on eBay for a new one (careful, seller has a shady rating), and $899 for an open-box one at TigerDirect.