Need a basic laptop

[jimmyjazz 47127]

I need advice on brand/OS for a basic family laptop.  Our Dell finally cratered.  Main uses are surfing various retail outlets to drain my checking account, Facebook, and the occasional document print.  I won't use it, this is mostly for my wife, so a simple machine without bloatware would be ideal.  Windows is OK, but I'm open to other operating systems.  Cost is king.

Are there any brands that seem to be more reliable than others at a given price point?

[GlenFromTheMailRoom 1640]

16 minutes ago, jimmyjazz said:

I need advice on brand/OS for a basic family laptop.  Our Dell finally cratered.  Main uses are surfing various retail outlets to drain my checking account, Facebook, and the occasional document print.  I won't use it, this is mostly for my wife, so a simple machine without bloatware would be ideal.  Windows is OK, but I'm open to other operating systems.  Cost is king.

Are there any brands that seem to be more reliable than others at a given price point?

Depends on your price point.  The base model macbook air will run you around $600.

[jimmyjazz 47127]

My price point is way south of that.  We have 8 people living in this house, one of whom isn't yet 4 YO, and these things tend to take a beating.  I'm just wondering if there's a "best" way to spend a couple of hundred bucks or so, or if they're all essentially the same.

[woohorn 1131]

*chromebook

[GlenFromTheMailRoom 1640]

^^

[jimmyjazz 47127]

Thanks, I had a feeling that might be the answer.  Looks like the Dell Chromebook 11 gets high marks for reliability and value ($190).

[Parliament 14593]

Don't get one with a Celeron processor. AMHIK

[dad 557]

Where's the best store to purchase a cheap little chromebook? My 8 year old wants a laptop for his birthday (TODAY) so I need to drop by the store and pick one up on my way home today. I don't want to spend more than $200 on one since it's just for the little guy to mess around on. Walmart, Best Buy, Target? Thanks!

[TwiceHorn 32071]

Probably Amazon.

[Jerry Callo 8958]

If you are in or around Austin, Discount Electronics has good prices on disposable laptops.

[Sbbruin 22142]

Bump.  Daughter needs a basic Chromebook for 7th grade.  Suggestions on where to get one cheap?  

[Rimbo 27002]

[Gil Bang 26230]

Bump.  Daughter needs a basic Chromebook for 7th grade.  Suggestions on where to get one cheap?  

Walmart

[Sbbruin 22142]

40 minutes ago, Gil Bang said:

Walmart

Some good deals on there.  

[Gil Bang 26230]

2 hours ago, Sbbruin said:

Some good deals on there.  

I got a little HP touchscreen there for 199, and it's perfect to keep in by briefcase.  It's not my "everyday" machine, but it's awesome for what I use it for. 

[Jkwellborn 7032]

I got a little HP touchscreen there for 199, and it's perfect to keep in by briefcase.  It's not my "everyday" machine, but it's awesome for what I use it for. 

Porn?

[Gil Bang 26230]

nah.  Big Dell laptop is better for porn. I do most of my jacking at home.   I just use the chromebook for real estate stuff when I'm in the field. Use I phone as hotspot in a pinch. 

[elfenix 34744]

Bump.  Daughter needs a basic Chromebook for 7th grade.  Suggestions on where to get one cheap?  

Amazon treasure truck today if it's not too late

[Gil Bang 26230]

Oh Bruin: the battery life is great.  The kid can easily get through a school day without a charge.