Selecting a new laptop??
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If they are your only requirements then what about a Chromebook - https://store.google.com/gb/product/pixelbook_go
Would a tablet do? If all you want it for it a browser & Youtube then a tablet with a keyboard cover might be better than a full on laptop. There's plenty of foldable type devices or an iPad with a smart cover might work. Maybe even a Chromebook, although I'm not sure how flexible it is when it comes to installing other browsers & the like.
Mr Pointy said:
Would a tablet do? If all you want it for it a browser & Youtube then a tablet with a keyboard cover might be better than a full on laptop. There's plenty of foldable type devices or an iPad with a smart cover might work. Maybe even a Chromebook, although I'm not sure how flexible it is when it comes to installing other browsers & the like.
Thanks, I think a tablet/keyboard wouldn't be my choice as I want something with a keyboard physically attached, some of the yoga laptops look interesting but would be concerned about their reliability do to their flexibility!Do you even need a laptop? A tablet would possibly be enough, depending how much typing you do, and even they you can get keyboard covers or a Bluetooth keyboard for it.
If you go the laptop route, chromebooks tend to be cheaper than windows and will do everything you need, and basic Asus or HP ones start around £250.
For windows laptops the Dell outlet store is worth a look, but bear in mind prices are ex-VAT. My wife and I both have refurbished Inspiron 2-in-1's and they've been fine apart from my wife's microphone having developed an annoying buzz at about 2 years old.
ETA: Only just seen OP's previous reply, both ours are the double hinged flip right back jobbies like the Yoga, and no problems with the hinge or screens.
If you go the laptop route, chromebooks tend to be cheaper than windows and will do everything you need, and basic Asus or HP ones start around £250.
For windows laptops the Dell outlet store is worth a look, but bear in mind prices are ex-VAT. My wife and I both have refurbished Inspiron 2-in-1's and they've been fine apart from my wife's microphone having developed an annoying buzz at about 2 years old.
ETA: Only just seen OP's previous reply, both ours are the double hinged flip right back jobbies like the Yoga, and no problems with the hinge or screens.
Edited by RizzoTheRat on Monday 22 June 10:40
My experience of a Chromebook is positive. It does pretty much everything I need. The main annoyance for me, is that you can't fill the desktop screen with icons and shortcuts. Or maybe it's just me? You seem to have to pin your shortcuts to the 'shelf' at the bottom, a bit like a Mac. However, I would definitely recommend one for your requirements if you have a small budget.
Mark300zx said:
Thanks, I think a tablet/keyboard wouldn't be my choice as I want something with a keyboard physically attached, some of the yoga laptops look interesting but would be concerned about their reliability do to their flexibility!
Look at the MS Surface range as well, although they are not cheap. What size screen do you want?If you want cheap, look at a recondition device from ebay; there's thousands of them on there.
For around £300 you can get an ex-Corporate 14" Lenovo T450 with SSD from Ebay and other places.
Decent Business class. Accessories and Parts will be readily available and reasonably priced.
Some will even come with a warranty.
Have fixed a few Yogas with broken Hinges.
I only see the broken ones though.
Decent Business class. Accessories and Parts will be readily available and reasonably priced.
Some will even come with a warranty.
Have fixed a few Yogas with broken Hinges.
I only see the broken ones though.
Mark300zx said:
Looks like my old laptop is knackered, the hinge is delaminating the screen away from the back, replaced the HD last year and a couple of other gremlins!
My only requirement is internetting and watching a few youtube videos, any recommendations?
Budget?My only requirement is internetting and watching a few youtube videos, any recommendations?
If have a decent budget, you dont need other features so research laptop with the best screen/speakers at your price to watch your 4k YouTube vids on.
hyphen said:
Budget?
If have a decent budget, you dont need other features so research laptop with the best screen/speakers at your price to watch your 4k YouTube vids on.
I don't want to spend more than 600, but in reality, I don't want to spend more than I need to, my laptop will be low use, not much capacity required and not moved much so doesn't have to be robust.If have a decent budget, you dont need other features so research laptop with the best screen/speakers at your price to watch your 4k YouTube vids on.
Mark300zx said:
I don't want to spend more than 600, but in reality, I don't want to spend more than I need to, my laptop will be low use, not much capacity required and not moved much so doesn't have to be robust.
I know this isn't a laptop but it might be worth a look:https://www.dellrefurbished.co.uk/desktop-computer...
It's a 24" All-in-one, 3.2GHz i5, 16GB RAM, 512GB HDD Reconditioned Grade A from Dell. All for just £376.
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