Database Develop

Help me find a good notebook

First, I won't buy it soon. Just looking for one to have ideia about what notebook to choose. So, being launched until end of 2013 isn't problem for me.
So, I want:
-Processor: Intel Core i5 or i7 (Ivy Bridge, if possible).
RAM: 6 to 8 Gb
HD: + or - 500 Gb, or a SSD with a big capacity.
Screen: 14 to 16 inches, maybe FullHD.
Keyboard: Not needed, but numeric keyboard is a good. A must is retro-iluminated keyboard. Maybe controls for music (Play/Pause, Backward (forgot the word!!!), Next and volume control.
Graphics Card: No need for the best, only something that can play games quite nice, as playing won't be the main use.
Weight: The less, the better.
Size: The thinest as possible.
Connectivity: 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 3 or 4 USBs (preference for 3.0, at least 2.0), CD/DVD Reader/Recorder. Blu-Ray not needed, but optional. 1 SD/MicroSD (there is a notebook that hava Micro SD?). Don't use many others. Bluetooth not needed, but if possible, I want.
Color/Finish: Piano Black or something Grey. Suggestions accepted.
Another things I may have forgotten, please ask.
Use will be browsing, wathing movies/series, light to medium editior programs usage, gaming, songs (a lot) and, of course, Android user things.
Thanks for the help.

It will serve you well.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Sent from my SPH-D710 using XDA

Asus, just look at specification and price. Do we really need help you with that? We can only tell our opinions.

DexterMorganNL said:
Asus, just look at specification and price. Do we really need help you with that? We can only tell our opinions.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I mean, do you know any notebook that fill the requirements?
If not, leave it.
Xperia X10 Mini Pro with CM9 by paul-xxx

Felimenta97 said:
I mean, do you know any notebook that fill the requirements?
If not, leave it.
Xperia X10 Mini Pro with CM9 by paul-xxx
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes I know, got one myself. Asus K53SV-SX838V. It got an I7 2670QM 2.2Ghz, 8GB Ram, Nvidia GT 540M 1GB, 640GB HDD.
But well you got look for yourself, Asus K53 is the serie I have, they have them in several options, I got the better option. This one should fill your needs for sure.

sent you a PM.

I've always been partial to Toshiba. Never had any hardware related problems with them.

Here.
I have an HP, and although they aren't that reliable, their performance is outstanding, especially the dv7 series. Go for one of these, Toshibas are also extremely durable and reliable.

OK. Thanks for your help. I was just searching for ideas.

usaff22 said:
Here.
I have an HP, and although they aren't that reliable, their performance is outstanding, especially the dv7 series. Go for one of these, Toshibas are also extremely durable and reliable.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I haz TWO of those. (HP)
Core i7 2.5GHz processor
8GB RAM
2GB RADEON Graphics (switchable)
17.3in HD screen
Win 7 HP
MeGusta.jpg
Sent from my GT-N7000 using Tapatalk

Show Us Your Rig....

On a forum I used to frequent back in my tech support days we had a thread called "Show us yer Rig"......
I'll start with my present one...
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
An aging P4 3.2Ghz, Asus motherboard, XFX 9500GT, couple Tb drives, Win7 & Ubuntu 12.04 (Pangolin AFAIK) dual boot.
Plus, when I'm at home my A500 has a home on the desk as an aWARemote tool for Winamp etc...
Dont mind the mess, its the only place in the house I'm 'allowed' to be messy (damn these wifey characters!).
Direct full size image links...
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn90/dairydonutdancer/Technology/IMG_20120430_234342-1.jpg
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn90/dairydonutdancer/Technology/IMG_20120430_234431-1.jpg

By all means say my computer sucks:
HP pavilion a6235
AMD x64 dual core @2GHz
2 GB RAM
Nvidia geeforce something
Windows 8
Screen: Samsung syncmaster p2370HD
Additional details when i get better access to my computer tomorrow.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus (not really, just my gio with ics)

There is a thread on this already. I looked for it but got bored. But it is here.

Is there? Ah well theres two now unless someone wants to link me there... I like your rig LordManhattan..... Is that quad core?

stressfreesoul said:
Is there? Ah well theres two now unless someone wants to link me there... I like your rig LordManhattan..... Is that quad core?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You're more showing pics of your desk rather than your PC
So here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=554174&highlight=show+us+your+desk

Thanks! That's Octocore! I can run Minecraft on full settings and explode things in-game without any lag

boborone said:
There is a thread on this already. I looked for it but got bored. But it is here.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes there is, but I tried and failed. I can't find it. If anyone finds it then a link here would be great, but until then it's a valid thread.
And to stay on-topic (which pains me to do so), you REALLY don't want to know my PC setup! Seriously

Show it! Is it a notebook or something like that? If so, don't be embarrassed, the only thing i have is a crappy laptop, but i don't need anything else. I don't play games, so i don't need a lot of power. SHOW IT, or tell us what you have

Lulz^^
This is why I love forums. I only use my desktop as a permanent media server, which it does just fine...
I posted in the other thread too

LordManhattan said:
Show it! Is it a notebook or something like that? If so, don't be embarrassed, the only thing i have is a crappy laptop, but i don't need anything else. I don't play games, so i don't need a lot of power. SHOW IT, or tell us what you have
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Since you asked so nicely
It's an "e-machine" custom built thing with a dual core 2.4GHz CPU (of some make or other - I think it's an AMD) and 4GB of RAM. I pretty much use it for browsing, DLNA streaming, software development and writing music. It doesn't need massive specs as I don't game on it that much. I've got a couple of Star Wars games, but they happily run at decent res as they're years old.
It suits my needs, but is by no means a powerhouse. I'm a console gamer, but if I wasn't then my PC would be pimped to the max as I'd game on that instead. I needs my games!

Same here, got a 360 but dont bother with that all the time either. Nice media extender though...

Thanks! Now, was that so hard? It's still better than my laptop. I have a Compaq Presario CQ62 with 2GB RAM. Not sure on the rest of the specs, but it's not fast at all. But it's OK for doing daily tasks like reading news and streaming/downloading things. If i want to game i'll power up the good ol' PS3.

Some of you have already seen these, but since it applies, here's my PC. I call her Cocaine.
I hope you like white haha.
And a cellphone pic to show s different color light behind the mobo.
Sent from my coffee pot.

TheSkinnyDrummer said:
Some of you have already seen these, but since it applies, here's my PC. I call her Cocaine.
I hope you like white haha.
Sent from my coffee pot.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thats an uber rig. I'm jealous. Doesnt often happen.... My old rig was nice too but I've lost the funding to keep up with the tech curve these days....
Whats the spec on that beast?

stressfreesoul said:
Thats an uber rig. I'm jealous. Doesnt often happen.... My old rig was nice too but I've lost the funding to keep up with the tech curve these days....
Whats the spec on that beast?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks, glad you like!
Here goes:
Lian Li a05n case
Asus p8p67 pro motherboard
Intel i7 2600k CPU clocked at 4.7ghz
Antec 620 liquid cooler
Pny gtx550ti gfx
Lite on bluray burner/reader
Nzxt sentry2 fan controller
Corsair 8gb xms3 memory
Crucial M4 64gb ssd
2x wd caviar blue hdd
Corsair tx650 psu
I think that's it haha
Sent from my coffee pot.

TheSkinnyDrummer said:
Thanks, glad you like!
Here goes:
Lian Li a05n case
Asus p8p67 pro motherboard
Intel i7 2600k CPU clocked at 4.7ghz
Antec 620 liquid cooler
Pny gtx550ti gfx
Lite on bluray burner/reader
Nzxt sentry2 fan controller
Corsair 8gb xms3 memory
Crucial M4 64gb ssd
2x wd caviar blue hdd
Corsair tx650 psu
I think that's it haha
Sent from my coffee pot.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
U spent how much building that?
I love how it looks, so clean

davidrules7778 said:
U spent how much building that?
I love how it looks, so clean
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks! Around $1500
Sent from my coffee pot.

Wish I could fill the screen, I need a bigger room lol

Only one reason not buy Google Nexus 7 !

Nexus 7 is good ! and most of people say, a lot of reasons should buy it, e.g Cheap, Quad core cpu, 1280 x 800 display (216 pixels-per-inch), and android 4.1 ! it is only apply on people who don't have tablet on hand !
but I only have one reason not buying Google Nexus 7 ! the screen is too small, I already have hp touchpad, it have 9.7" screen display, 7" it is too small if compare with 9.7" or 10.1", it is no point to spend other $248 to get other 7" tablet！
if google release 10.1" Nexus tablet, it will be different story！

cool story bro
jokes aside, i don't think you really need it lol, unless you want to do some serious eReading

hki_peter said:
Nexus 7 is good ! and most of people say, a lot of reasons should buy it, e.g Cheap, Quad core cpu, 1280 x 800 display (216 pixels-per-inch), and android 4.1 ! it is only apply on people who don't have tablet on hand !
but I only have one reason not buying Google Nexus 7 ! the screen is too small, I already have hp touchpad, it have 9.7" screen display, 7" it is too small if compare with 9.7" or 10.1", it is no point to spend other $248 to get other 7" tablet！
if google release 10.1" Nexus tablet, it will be different story！
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for letting us know that 9.7 is a larger number than 7 ....
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda app-developers app

{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

tech_abbz said:
cool story bro
jokes aside, i don't think you really need it lol, unless you want to do some serious eReading
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
HP Touchpad can running android ics, so I still can do some eReading and enjoy movies with my HP Touchpad !

Hahaha i want to see a touchpad in your back pocket
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium

Alejandrissimo said:
Hahaha i want to see a touchpad in your back pocket
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
hahahah........:highfive:

lesonal said:
Thanks for letting us know that 9.7 is a larger number than 7 ....
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
:laugh:

I've the Hp Touchpad as well and I use it for reading mainly and ocassionally for browsing. However, I find it too heavy for reading and it isn't comfortable to hold while in bed. It's true that it runs ICS but there are still issues which probably won't be fixed. I'm seriously considering buying the Nexus 7, since I paid only £89 for the touchpad anyway.

Really, a tablet for reading?
That's what e-ink readers are for....

CrazyPeter said:
Really, a tablet for reading?
That's what e-ink readers are for....
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I personally prefer reading from a self lit screen rather than having a separate source of light (small lamp attached to Kindle for ex.). Also even the newest e-ink kindle's dpi isn't perfect, the pixels forming the letters can be easily distinguished! That cannot happen with a screen with higher DPI.

No ****...
Sent from my Lumia 710 using XDA Windows Phone 7 App

Hahahah! Threads like this bring amusement to xda looool
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium

There are a number of threads already discussing the whole 7" vs 10" thing, if you have something useful to contribute then post in one of them.

cubieboard - Next best Android device coming soon only $49 and puts my phone to shame

Yes you heard correct!
Check this out peoples. I was blown away at the specs of this thing. And really even if it was half of what they claim I am still very impressed especially with the price tag! Who's in?
Read more..
Soooooo who wants a cheap device?
Oh yeah and a GOOOOD cheap device? $49 Duel core.....1GHz AllWinner A10 Cortex A8 ARM processor, Mali 400 graphics, and 1GB of DDR3 RAM, HDMI 1080p output is part of the package as well, as are 100M Ethernet, 4GB Nand Flash, two USB hosts, one MMC slot, an IR sensor, and a SATA port. Can duel boot both Android and Linux, and allows for Android TV!!!
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscent...more_tiny_sub100_linux_pcs_join_the_fray.html
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

If its legitly that cheap i might buy a few for my grandparents and maybe even as x mas gifts for some of my younger family members
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda app-developers app

What nice man.for Christmas
droid razr
miui v4
the apples slicer lol

wouldn't this be breaking the rules because it is advertising?

gsrubi preparation
Good Stuff for that price.

This means the new era of PCs
Definitely gonna buy this. :laugh:

Jarmezrocks said:
Yes you heard correct!
Check this out peoples. I was blown away at the specs of this thing. And really even if it was half of what they claim I am still very impressed especially with the price tag! Who's in?
Read more..
Soooooo who wants a cheap device?
Oh yeah and a GOOOOD cheap device? $49 Duel core.....1GHz AllWinner A10 Cortex A8 ARM processor, Mali 400 graphics, and 1GB of DDR3 RAM, HDMI 1080p output is part of the package as well, as are 100M Ethernet, 4GB Nand Flash, two USB hosts, one MMC slot, an IR sensor, and a SATA port. Can duel boot both Android and Linux, and allows for Android TV!!!
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscent...more_tiny_sub100_linux_pcs_join_the_fray.html
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm assuming you don't mean dual core cpu? The a8 is single core unlike the mali gpu but still looks very good value.
Dave
( http://www.google.com/producer/editions/CAownKXmAQ/bigfatuniverse )
Sent from my LG P920 using Tapatalk 2

This reminds me of the viewsonic gtablet I got for free, rooted it with hc and then gave away for free. It had decent hardware for how old it was, but weighed enough to kill someone if you needed to use it for self defense purposes
It wasn't "the hot thing" on the market though, so custom roms for it were rare because it'd be like putting a custom paint job on a Kia... fail.
If people buy these things and there is support in the dev community out there it could be good, but I keep hearing this voice in my head thats saying "you get what you pay for".
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda app-developers app

Seems interesting, but may be too good to be true (especially the price)

If the price is legitimately that low, no hesitation purchase from me
Sent from my DROID2 using xda premium

wrong section
You post this in the member found deals section

Found a smartphone manufacturer that replicates HTC and Samsung, LOL

This is interesting:
http://www.thlmobilestore.com/
Here's their "W5":
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Here's their "W7S" which is more like a Samsung Galaxy:
http://www.thlmobilestore.com/thl-w...h-hd-ips-screen-3-2mp-front-camera-white.html

Hahaha! Look at all these rip-offs: http://www.thlmobilestore.com/thl-mobile-phone.html

Looks to be stock Android and the specs don't look to shabby on a few of those.
HTC ONE! Everything your phone isn't!

That is really cool.. I needed that.

An, I love KIRF's!! (Keeping it real fake)
Sent from my HTCONE using Tapatalk 4 Beta

I KNEW IT! I knew Apple was in the Android game. Look at them, doing what they do best. Taking everything in the world, and changing 2-3 letters, and making it their 'own'. Oh Apple, you so sneakz.
Inb4 Apple sues THL for making phones that look like other phones and do things other phones already do and then adds those things so their phone can do it too.
They patented copyright and patent-infingement, only Apple can duz that.

Technology Happy Life.
That's priceless. HTC should change their name to that.

I wonder if HTC or Samsung would go after them for these.

Lol, nice find.
The 'thL' logo even resembles that HTC logo from the bootloader.

No LTE

It's even funnier that you can buy them in bulk for a discounted price. LOL

274 for a 5 inch 1080p dual sim unlocked semi stock 4.2 android quad core clocked at 1.2ghz and micro sd? uhm honestly thats a great deal lol and it looks pretty good for the price imo

I wonder how reliable these are they would make a killing of i imported some and sold them on cl for 75 to 100 more than what i pay for
Sent from my HTCONE using Tapatalk 4 Beta

Hell I'd buy one for my wife she's always breaking her phone. These are cheaper than insurance.
Sent from my SPH-L900 using xda premium

Those really don't look half bad
Sent from my HTCONE using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2

doez it haz beats?

This is getting better, LOL:
http://www.engadget.com/2013/06/18/tcl-idol-x-s950/

-Cupper- said:
274 for a 5 inch 1080p dual sim unlocked semi stock 4.2 android quad core clocked at 1.2ghz and micro sd? uhm honestly thats a great deal lol and it looks pretty good for the price imo
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
They're not once you realize that:
A. The CPU is actually terrible
B. The screen is awful despite being 1080p.
C. The software is buggy (even their screenshots have errors in the notification tray!)
D. You get essentially ZERO support from them, and in broken English!

Are all the reviews there shills?
If they aren't then these may not be half bad if you're ok with probably noisy pictures, 3G, a 2000 mAH battery (that's terrible for a 5") and pretty much (at least, I would expect) no support.
As for shipping, I found this
how much total cost i spend to receive this phone to my country and do you receive payment with paypal from indonesia?
Dear verdy,
Hello.
1.It will cost $11.6 by Register Air Mail .And the total is $261.59
2.You can pay with Paypal, Western Union/Credit card.
Thanks for your requirement.
Any other question, contact us any time.
Best regards!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This is for the W8+. Scroll down all the way on the devices main page for Q&A (some are quite amusing).

hey, for unlocked (decent) smartphone this is a freakin great deal. for someone who wasnt as big a phone geek as myself it would be an incredible device. i dont care how "bad" the proccessor is, dollars to value wise this is amazing. nice find.