Fujitsu 171 (LifeBook S6000) - Any good?/Recommendation

[applesseed]

I'm looking for a notebook computer since my Compaq 2800T ain't so good anymore. Battery only last 15 minutes max... and DVD drive needs to be replace, as told by the manufacturer.


I went to Fry's Electronic today and saw something I thought would be good. Here's the spec:

Fujitsu 171 (LifeBook S6000)
Intel® Pentium® M Processor 1.60 GHz
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home
13.3" Crystal View XGA display
512 MB (256 MB x 2) DDR333 SDRAM memory
40 GB hard drive
Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive
Integrated multinational 56 K V.90 modem and 10/100 Base-Tx Ethernet
Integrated Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g)
Price: $1500 (Source: Outpost.com)

I like the features especially that it's less than 5lbs, but the screen seems too tiny. But if this is a good model, then I may consider - but I need feedbacks first.


I also went to a Dell kiosk at a local mall - I was looking at the Dell Inspiron 600m - feels too heavy. I also read some reviews that the 600m isn't good either.


I'm a traveler on plane, and I watch DVD a lot. So here's what I am looking for if at all possible...

Celeron vs Centrino (which one's better?)
1.6 GhZ or higher
14 or 15" screen
Windows XP Professional (if possible)
256 MB or higher memory
30 GB or higher hard drive
Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive
Integrated Wireless LAN
6.5 lbs or less (includes drive and battery)
3 hours or higher battery life
Integrated 56K & LAN, USB, Firewire (if possible)

This is what I will be doing...

Internet browsing
Emails
MP3 & DVD playing
Adobe Photoshop 7
Office applications (outlook, word, excel, powerpoint)
2004 Studio MX (dreamweaver, flash, etc.)* depends if I can fit in the HD
Little Programming (Java, C++, Visual Basic)* depends if I can fit in the HD


I hear that the IBM T42 is most popular. I also was considering Averatec 3200 Series but not sure if it's good or where to buy. The Averatec 6200 Series is totally a dream toy for me - I'd buy in a heartbeat but I need something light and reliable.

Other consideration: Toshiba S306, Centrino - $1200.00 after rebate from Fry's Electronic.

What's your thought on Tablet PC? Any recommendation?

I am avoiding buying things off the internet - I want to feel and harass the notebook before taking it home. And please don't consider Apple like the iBook - I ain't got the love for them Apples, but I like the Apples on a female


Thanks for your help!

 

[Justin216]

The IBMs typically have the best build quality, but I've also only heard good things about Fujitsu...I wouldn't ever use a Dell laptop if I had a choice...Whatever you get, right now, a Centrino would fit you best, no celeron processors need apply....Don't consider a tablet PC for most of the things you are needing to do...they are, at the moment, more of a gimmick than anything else, plus a good fast one is not very cheap either...If you can't afford the T42, then most definitely go for the Fujitsu...you can check up on all major brands of notebooks at http://notebookforums.com/

-Justin

 

[applesseed]

Thanks for the reply Justin216

... I guess either nobody has this Fujitsu model or is it that my post is too long nobody wants to answer 'em? hahaha. Oh well.... so how about the price... is it worth it? $1500.00 for Fujitsu.

 

[KiLLaZ]

Check out the Sony S-Series, I played with one at Best Buy the other day and came away with a great impression.

http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bi..._VAIONotebookComputers