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bucolic_frolic

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2. I don't have a recommendation

Reply to sheshe2 (Original post)

Fri Jul 4, 2025, 06:55 PM

Jul 4

But if I were buying one, i'd consider durabilty. I would ask AI for info/problems/complaints about specific models.

Not sure what u have, is it a computer, or a tablet?

Beware the connectivity has changed over the years. We went through USB 2.0 and 3.0, now they can have smaller connectors and newer names. Specific ports may, and I think this relates to cheaper laptops, be unable to charge a smart phone for example. I found that disappointing.

I tend to keep them a long time and am concerned about keyboard durability, I belt it out sometimes. Some brands have more durable keyboards. Cheaper models not so much. YMMV.

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I need a new laptop. [View all] sheshe2 Jul 4 OP

If you are on a budget still, can I suggest seeing if the nearest major university has a surplus program hlthe2b Jul 4 #1

Thanks, hlthe2b. sheshe2 Jul 4 #3

I don't have a recommendation bucolic_frolic Jul 4 #2

I had to look it up, it's a chrome book. sheshe2 Jul 4 #4

Chromebooks can be nice, and inexpensive. Sales help. I bought two of my last three laptops from highplainsdem Jul 4 #7

I agree about ai! SheltieLover Jul 4 #11

No. Don't ask AI. Check real reviews, including on YouTube. Unboxing videos are often helpful. highplainsdem Jul 4 #6

Yup, I am reading reviews. sheshe2 Jul 4 #8

Unboxing videos are a great idea! And no ai! SheltieLover Jul 4 #12

I love my new DELL, under $200.00. n/t SheilaAnn Jul 4 #5

Buy a clearance model or a refurbished model from Lenovo. Tarzanrock Jul 4 #9

Actually I was looking at Lenovo though I hadn't heard of them. sheshe2 Jul 4 #10

You could also look at Microcenter website SheltieLover Jul 4 #13

I will try that too. sheshe2 Jul 4 #14

Their prices are the best. They don't sell / ship everything SheltieLover Jul 4 #15

Link to deals for laptops - Newegg BootinUp Jul 4 #16

Thanks! sheshe2 Jul 4 #17

It might be worth checking on sales at Costco or Amazon Prime Days waterwatcher123 Jul 4 #18

I am going to check in person at Best Buy first. sheshe2 Jul 4 #19

Sounds like a good plan. The SSD drive is a nice option if you get the chance (well worth it). Good luck. waterwatcher123 Jul 5 #20