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Old 10-12-2015, 05:48 PM
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You can get a used Mac. Maybe even mine.
Can it be sterilized before it's passed to its new owner? :fap: :fap: :fap:
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Can it be sterilized before it's passed to its new owner? :fap: :fap: :fap:
It has a Speck Condom shield on it.
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Costco sells Acer and they are usually about $50 cheaper. Some even come with office365, etc.

Laptops - Touchscreen

Here's one:


Thanks for the idea. This one is something more her speed and it's $600.

Acer R14 Touchscreen 2-in-1 Laptop | Intel Core i7 | Windows 10

Processor & Memory:

•Intel Core i7-5500U Processor up to 3.0GHz
•8GB DDR3L RAM

Drives:
•1TB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
•No Optical Drive

Operating System:
•Microsoft® Windows 10

Graphics & Video:
•14.0" WLED-backlit HD (13660 x 768) Display
•Intel HD Graphics

Communications:
•Dual-Band Wireless-AC WLAN (featuring MIMO) + Bluetooth 4.0
•10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
•Integrated HD webcam (1280 x 720)
•Integrated Digital microphone

Audio:
•High-Definition Audio Processing
•2x Integrated Stereo speakers

Keyboard:
•Acer Standard Keyboard with Pricision Touchpad

Ports & Slots:
•1x USB 3.0
•2x USB 2.0
•1x HDMI (with HDCP support)
•Digital Media Card Reader
•1x Combination Headphone / Speaker Jack

Power Supply:
•4-Cell (Up to 8-hour) Battery

Additional Information:
•Dimensions: 13.46"W x 9.65"H x 0.94"D
•Approximate Weight: 4.85 lbs
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Old 10-13-2015, 10:47 AM
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Nice machine.

If she is looking to not quite spend so much, I would ditch the i7. VERY few people actually need it.
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Old 10-13-2015, 10:54 AM
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I don't think Costco has any 2 in 1's with a slower chip.
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Originally Posted by Doom878
I don't think Costco has any 2 in 1's with a slower chip.
Just saying, in general, most people have no need for i7, so if an i5 is available for less, jump on it.

If that's all Costco has, go for it.
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Old 10-13-2015, 02:37 PM
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I agree 100%. Personally I'm good with my i3 $300 basic laptop with Popcorn Time, porn, and hard drive space
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Old 10-16-2015, 08:53 PM
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So Granny wants a 13"er and she wants to touch it? You go, Granny!!
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Samsung 850 EVO 1TB SSD - $286.70 @Jet.com

Per SD:

Jet has the Samsung 850 EVO 1TB SSD on sale for $346
Add to cart for instant $9.30 savings
Use promo code 20NOW for $50 off (new customers only)
waive free returns to save $7.57

Shipping is free and this brings your total to $286.70

https://jet.com/product/Samsung-M...72a1028d31
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Old 11-04-2015, 08:12 AM
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Old 11-04-2015, 12:10 PM
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Weird, it was working yesterday...
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Old 11-04-2015, 12:15 PM
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OK, found it...

https://jet.com/product/Samsung-MZ-7...1f1272a1028d31

You have to use the code 20NOW (20% off first purchase on the site, max $50) AND deselect the 'free return shipping' in your cart.





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Old 11-04-2015, 12:33 PM
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I wonder if it's through Samsung so you qualify for warranty.
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If you have an American Express card save $15 on $60 Amazon purchase
Amex Offer w/ $60+ Purchases at Amazon $15 Credit - Slickdeals.net
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Old 11-23-2015, 10:11 AM
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Seagate 2TB NAS drives for $69

Amazon.com: Seagate 2TB NAS HDD SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-Inch Internal Bare Drive (ST2000VN000): Computers & Accessories Amazon.com: Seagate 2TB NAS HDD SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-Inch Internal Bare Drive (ST2000VN000): Computers & Accessories
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Nexus7 2013 with cover for $99

https://www.groupon.com/deals/gg-asu...877784b82747d7
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If anyone is looking to score a Blu Ray player for cheap, check out your local Walmart for a Sony BGP-S2500. It's a Walmart exclusive that was a black friday deal that no one wanted. I picked one up for $45.
Manual is here https://docs.sony.com/release/BDPS2500_EN.pdf

It has HDMI, but no Coax. It has WiFi but no RJ45. HDMI cable not included. No 4K upscaling.
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Old 12-28-2015, 09:18 AM
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MartinLogin 5.1 sound bar $799. New model coming so these are on clearance. I almost want to buy this.
MartinLogan 5.1-Channel Soundbar Home Theater Speaker System Black Vision MOSBD - Best Buy


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Old 12-29-2015, 12:12 PM
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Just picked up a 500GB Samsung 850 Evo SSD for $150 on amazon
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Old 12-29-2015, 01:31 PM
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Originally Posted by #1 STUNNA
Just picked up a 500GB Samsung 850 Evo SSD for $150 on amazon
Nice pickup!

Here is a chart showing the TBW for each of the EVO drives:




Obviously, most people will never approach the TBW, but it's good to know for data hogs.
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Old 01-04-2016, 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by doopstr
MartinLogin 5.1 sound bar $799. New model coming so these are on clearance. I almost want to buy this.
MartinLogan 5.1-Channel Soundbar Home Theater Speaker System Black Vision MOSBD - Best Buy


Let the, WTF $800 for a sound bar comments begin
Does the "surround" actually work on this? I've had a couple of $300 Sony's and even with the wall behind me in a small room, I hear 0 surround.
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Samsung 1TB 850 EVO SSD for $290:

Amazon.com: Samsung 850 EVO 1 TB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD (MZ-75E1T0B/AM): Computers & Accessories Amazon.com: Samsung 850 EVO 1 TB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD (MZ-75E1T0B/AM): Computers & Accessories


I just bought one for $340 last week... No price protection at Newegg...
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Stogie or anyone else, do you guys have an idea of a good deal on a 2TB 2.5" HDD? I want to upgrade the PS4 HDD. Gracias!
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SSD or spinning platter?
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Originally Posted by stogie1020
SSD or spinning platter?
The Samsung 850EVO in 2TB is $619 at Newegg...

SAMSUNG 850 EVO 2.5" 2 TB SATA III 3-D Vertical Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) MZ-75E2T0B/AM - Newegg.com
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Platter man. That thing costs more than 2 PS4's
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Platter man. That thing costs more than 2 PS4's
but think about how fast your games would be
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Platter man. That thing costs more than 2 PS4's
They recently released an "almost" 4TB (3840GB) 850 EVO..........and it costs $2200
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Originally Posted by stogie1020
Samsung 1TB 850 EVO SSD for $290:

Amazon.com: Samsung 850 EVO 1 TB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD (MZ-75E1T0B/AM): Computers & Accessories

I just bought one for $340 last week... No price protection at Newegg...
Check with your credit card issuer. Quite a few of them offer price protections

https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/cred...nd-price-drop/

The Nerds have confirmed that MasterCard, Discover, Citi and select Chase cards offer price protection. Visa doesn’t say which cards offer it as a perk. To find out whether your Visa card offers price protection, call your card issuer.
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Platter man. That thing costs more than 2 PS4's
touche...
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Check with your credit card issuer. Quite a few of them offer price protections

https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/cred...nd-price-drop/
I checked and Visa only covers it for a PRINT advertised item and specifically states NOT WEB SITE ADVERTISED. Well, Amazon doesn't exactly have a newspaper they advertise in, so I am SOOL. If it weren't for the consistent product quality and lightning fast shipping I get from Newegg, I might start buying from Amazon...
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Buy and return.....
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Originally Posted by thoiboi
Buy and return.....
lol, I think i would end up paying a restock fee and truthfully, it's just not worth the hassle.

On top of that, I actually need the drive ASAP, so the fact that is sitting next to me being tested is worth it...
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lol, I think i would end up paying a restock fee and truthfully, it's just not worth the hassle.

On top of that, I actually need the drive ASAP, so the fact that is sitting next to me being tested is worth it...
Hmmm... Getting consistent 220MB/s write speeds.
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lol, I think i would end up paying a restock fee and truthfully, it's just not worth the hassle.

On top of that, I actually need the drive ASAP, so the fact that is sitting next to me being tested is worth it...
Buy drive from Amazon. If you have Amazon Prime, you should get it in like 2 days. Then just do a return on the new Amazon drive. Don't think there's a restock fee if item is unopened and within return period.
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Stogie or anyone else, do you guys have an idea of a good deal on a 2TB 2.5" HDD? I want to upgrade the PS4 HDD. Gracias!
Bruh! get an SSD! I just pust an SSD in my PS4. Really nice!
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How big and how much?
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Anyone see any deals on a 1-2 TB external hard drive?... Not a seagate
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Anyone see any deals on a 1-2 TB external hard drive?... Not a seagate
the 3TB was the one with the issue.

FWIW, I am grabbing a Seagate 2.5" USB hdd today for some photo backup needs when I am out and about or travelling...

$60 for 1TB: Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Portable Hard Drive Black STDR1000100 - Best Buy

I had a 500GB that I used, but I just sent to someone and need one before I think it will be returned.
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Originally Posted by stogie1020
the 3TB was the one with the issue.

FWIW, I am grabbing a Seagate 2.5" USB hdd today for some photo backup needs when I am out and about or travelling...

$60 for 1TB: Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Portable Hard Drive Black STDR1000100 - Best Buy

I had a 500GB that I used, but I just sent to someone and need one before I think it will be returned.
LOL, you knew exactly why I didn't want a Seagate. So the 3TB had the issues, good to know.
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