Ketchup
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I think I will chime in as well, as you have bee given a lot of options here.
I have had 2 Lenovos, a Dell, a Gateway, and have used an HP. Here is a list of observations:
1. I prefer a 15" screen, 1600x900 resolution, matte finish. Glossy screens give me a headache in certain lighting conditions, and having used the other resolutions, 1600x900 is the best trade-off between real estate and object size.
2. I don't like a laptop with the number pad. I thought I would, but it doesn't feel right sitting left of center when I am typing. I just plug in a regular keyboard when I need to punch in a lot of numbers.
3. The Thinkpad is a slightly heavier laptop, but it holds up wonderfully, has great hinges, and still uses a locking mechanism when closed. Many of the newer laptops don't have these, and I think it is harder on the unit. Plus, Lenovo's website has a wonderful set of options for customizing the laptop.
4. My Thinkpad T510 has a light by the webcam for lighting the keyboard. This works wonderfully, and I prefer it to lighted keys which I find distracting in low-light conditions. I have also heard others say that the writing on some lighted keyboards wear out faster.
5. My Thinkpad has the best keyboard I have ever used. Many manufacturers are going to a keyboard style that is extremely hard to type well on.
In short, I really like my Thinkpad T-series, and I don't think you would be disappointed, based on your needs. I like my lower end Lenovo for home use, but I don't think I would like it as much if I had to use it at work 8-10 hours a day.
I have had 2 Lenovos, a Dell, a Gateway, and have used an HP. Here is a list of observations:
1. I prefer a 15" screen, 1600x900 resolution, matte finish. Glossy screens give me a headache in certain lighting conditions, and having used the other resolutions, 1600x900 is the best trade-off between real estate and object size.
2. I don't like a laptop with the number pad. I thought I would, but it doesn't feel right sitting left of center when I am typing. I just plug in a regular keyboard when I need to punch in a lot of numbers.
3. The Thinkpad is a slightly heavier laptop, but it holds up wonderfully, has great hinges, and still uses a locking mechanism when closed. Many of the newer laptops don't have these, and I think it is harder on the unit. Plus, Lenovo's website has a wonderful set of options for customizing the laptop.
4. My Thinkpad T510 has a light by the webcam for lighting the keyboard. This works wonderfully, and I prefer it to lighted keys which I find distracting in low-light conditions. I have also heard others say that the writing on some lighted keyboards wear out faster.
5. My Thinkpad has the best keyboard I have ever used. Many manufacturers are going to a keyboard style that is extremely hard to type well on.
In short, I really like my Thinkpad T-series, and I don't think you would be disappointed, based on your needs. I like my lower end Lenovo for home use, but I don't think I would like it as much if I had to use it at work 8-10 hours a day.
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