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What brand of laptop do you recommend? I just got my new notebook, but my sister is wanting to get one too. Which brand do you recommend?


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She wants a small one that is available in pink for around $300

asked Jun 05 '10 at 23:05

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What is your sister's budget for her laptop purchase?

I use strictly Apple laptops and I have zero complaints, but they can be more expensive than competitors'. However, she should check the Apple Refurbs selection -- used machines that Apple has checked out thoroughly and recertified for sale, including offering a warranty on them.

I also agree with other commenters who've recommended the Lenovo -- my mother has one and it's proving to be a lot sturdier than her two previous entry-level Dell laptops.

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:14

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Not allot, she only wants to be able to go on facebook, play webkionz, and club penguin.

(Jul 08 '10 at 17:33) Madison Tries Madison%20Tries's gravatar image
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I've had an IBM (Lenovo) Thinkpad R51 since not long after the model came out. It's been on almost 24/7 since the day I bought it. The only problems I've had were: 2x power adapters died during the summers. That is it. Fairly decent lifetime, if you ask me. I have a couple Dell notebooks, but they're real heaters. I'll be buying a Lenovo for my next notebook :)

(Jul 10 '10 at 17:50) Seb Seb's gravatar image

I recommended going with an Apple. But if you looking for something cheaper than go with a Lenovo. Their build quality is amazing. My grandmother's Thinkpad from 2004 is still working perfectly.

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:08

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If your planning for a windows laptop then please go for HP Pavilion because they have the best quality and service centers!

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:08

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I own a HP, thats what i'm on now.

(Jul 10 '10 at 11:11) Madison Tries Madison%20Tries's gravatar image

I'm not an HP fan. My Dad has a netbook that was having problems and I called them for some help. Each person I spoke (6 people) to had a temper and was very unwilling to help.

(Jul 11 '10 at 19:08) CharlB221 CharlB221's gravatar image

MacBook Pro. I love the aluminum unibody case, and that's what pretty much sold me on it. I run Windows and Mac, so it doesn't bother me too much either way. I probably wouldn't have any other laptop at this point.

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:06

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Apple has the best build quality of them all. If you are looking for top-of-the-line products that is.

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:07

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Apple is said to be the best by many reviews. I just read on Consumer Reports that it is the best all around and in customer service. If you are not a "mac" person, then HP, ASUS, and Dell are also good.

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:09

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I think she is only planning to pay about $400 or less.

(Jul 11 '10 at 11:29) Madison Tries Madison%20Tries's gravatar image

She really likes those small "mini-notebooks" for some reason.

(Jul 11 '10 at 11:30) Madison Tries Madison%20Tries's gravatar image

My iBook G4(the white macbook) from 2003/4 is working still working fine. Macbook pros are even better and will last you a while. Alienware is great if you like to game, and the look nice too. dell is a little sketchy but alienware is it's own product, just supported by dell. Asus has very nice thin and lights, and you can never go wrong with HP.

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:14

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Nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(Jul 11 '10 at 19:01) Madison Tries Madison%20Tries's gravatar image

Well I like toshiba and apple. (Although I have never owned a toshiba laptop)

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:07

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http://www.tomshardware.com/news/most-least-reliable-notebooks-laptops,9102.html

Asus and Toshiba are the most reliable laptops according to this study.

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:10

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I've had a pretty good experience with a Msi barebone laptop and from what I've heard the other MSI Laptop users have been really glad with their purchase.

answered Jun 05 '10 at 23:11

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