home : hot deals & information involving: computers Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Walmart.com
- Lenovo Thinkpad X120E 11.6" Netbook for $300 (expired)
Lenovo Thinkpad X120E/0596 11.6-inch Netbook Computer for $299 plus $1 shipping.
It includes an AMD Fusion E-350 processor which is fairly slow by today's standards, but good enough for basic Internet tasks (thus the nickname "netbook").
Includes 2GB memory, 320GB hard drive, Wifi b/g/n, memory card reader, webcam, microphone, 6-cell battery, and Windows 7.
OfficeDepot.com
- Thinkpad E420 14" Laptop Computer $500
Lenovo Thinkpad Edge E420 14-inch Laptop Computer with Core i5-2410M, 4GB memory, 500GB hard drive for $500.
Usually sells for around $550 to $600.
DailySteals.com
- refurbished Dell Latitude D620 14" Laptop for $200
Refurbished (not new) Dell Latitude D620 14-inch Laptop Computer with Core 2 Duo 1.66GHz processor, 2GB DDR2 memory, 60GB hard drive, Windows 7, and Wifi for $200.
This is a rugged laptop, and was once one of Dell's leading business laptop computers.
Includes 2GB of memory, you can get 4GB Memory and upgrade it yourself.
Pretty good reviews, however keep in mind this laptop was originally sold between 2005 and 2008, and laptop computers these days will operate over 5 times faster than this one.
According to Wikipedia, the D620 had some problems with faulty LCD screens.
It's possible these models are from those batch which were returned to Dell, then repaired, then re-sold to liquidation companies and sold through today's DailySteals.com deal.
Ebay.com
- iPad 2 16GB Tablet for $459
Buy.com is selling the Apple iPad 2 Black 16GB Wifi Tablet for $459 through their Ebay Store.
It usually sells for over $500.
All available shipping methods may deliver after December 25.
Staples.com
- Lenovo 10" IdeaPad 32GB Tablet K1 for $280
Lenovo's 10-inch Tablet is available in Black for $280 with free shipping.
Review.
May have to call 800-3STAPLE to order, since the online discount is not applying in the online checkout.
Dell.com
- Inspiron 620 Mini Tower PC for $400
Core i3-2120 3.3GHz CPU, 4GB memory, 1TB hard drive, CD/DVD Reader/Writer drive for $400 with free 7-day shipping.
No monitor included at this price.
Lenovo.com
- IdeaPad Y470 Laptop: i7 Quad Core, 8GB, 750GB for $749 (repost)
Ideapad Y470 14-inch Laptop Computer with a Core i7-2670QM Quad-Core 2.2GHz processor with Hyperthreading, 8GB memory, 750GB hard drive, CD/DVD Reader/Writer, Nvidia GeForce GT 550M 1GB video card, webcam, bluetooth, 6-cell battery, Wifi b/g/n, one USB3.0 port, and HDMI output port.
Coupon code USPY42E1201 should automatically apply in the cart, bringing the price down to $749 with free shipping.
Weighs about 4.9 lbs with its included 6-cell battery.
Paying $749 is a great deal for a laptop with a Sandy Bridge Quad Core CPU (8 CPUs will be available to Windows).
Detailed product info shows it also has JBL speakers.
Here's a review of the laptop.
The laptop is even powerful enough to play 3D games, as shown in a video.
Unlike most Lenovo laptops, this Ideapad has a Touchpad only (no Trackpoint between the G and H keys).
The performance capabilities of the i7-2670QM CPU is faster than a Core i7-870 and a AMD Phenom II X6-1100T, which are very powerful CPUs found in many desktop computers.
The video card benchmarks is about the same as a Radeon HD 4670 and a Geforce 7900 GTX.
Overall, for $749 this seems like an incredible value in a 14-inch laptop with a Quad Core CPU, USB 3.0, and weighing under 5 lbs.
If you want a built-in Blu-Ray Reader, an Ideapad Y470 for $849 with code WEEKLYDLY470 is the same laptop plus a Blu-Ray/CD/DVD drive.
Lenovo.com
- IdeaPad Y470 Laptop: i7 Quad Core, 8GB, 750GB for $749
Ideapad Y470 14-inch Laptop Computer with a Core i7-2670QM Quad-Core 2.2GHz processor with Hyperthreading, 8GB memory, 750GB hard drive, CD/DVD Reader/Writer, Nvidia GeForce GT 550M 1GB video card, webcam, bluetooth, 6-cell battery, Wifi b/g/n, one USB3.0 port, and HDMI output port.
Coupon code USPY42E1201 should automatically apply in the cart, bringing the price down to $749 with free shipping.
Weighs about 4.9 lbs with its included 6-cell battery.
Paying $749 is a great deal for a laptop with a Sandy Bridge Quad Core CPU (8 CPUs will be available to Windows).
Detailed product info shows it also has JBL speakers.
Here's a review of the laptop.
The laptop is even powerful enough to play 3D games, as shown in a video.
Unlike most Lenovo laptops, this Ideapad has a Touchpad only (no Trackpoint between the G and H keys).
The performance capabilities of the i7-2670QM CPU is faster than a Core i7-870 and a AMD Phenom II X6-1100T, which are very powerful CPUs found in many desktop computers.
The video card benchmarks is about the same as a Radeon HD 4670 and a Geforce 7900 GTX.
Overall, for $749 this seems like an incredible value in a 14-inch laptop with a Quad Core CPU, USB 3.0, and weighing under 5 lbs.
If you want a built-in Blu-Ray Reader, an Ideapad Y470 for $849 with code WEEKLYDLY470 is the same laptop plus a Blu-Ray/CD/DVD drive.
MacConnection.com
- MacBook Pro 13" Laptop Computer for $1000
Apple MacBook Pro 13" 2.3GHz Laptop Computer with Core i5 2.4GHz processor, 4GB memory, 320GB hard drive, CD/DVD Reader/Writer, Wifi b/g/n, and 1 year warranty.
It weighs 4.5 lbs with a battery capable of up to 7 hours.
Detailed specs on Apple.com, and it usually sells for around $1200.
iPad 2 for $399 in-store:
According to a news report and confirmed by some people online, some TJ Max stores are selling an Apple iPad 2 for $399 today only, which is $100 off normal price.
Dell.com
- Vostro 460 Desktop PC: i7-2600, 8GB, 500GB $749
Vostro 460 Mini Tower PC with Intel Core i7-2600 Quad-Core Processor, 8GB memory, 500GB hard drive, CD/DVD Reader/Writer Drive, and 1 year on-site warranty.
Also after added to the cart, a Logitech MK710 Wireless Keyboard & Mouse is automatically included free.
No monitor is included with this deal, but you can get a 20" LED-Backlit LCD Monitor for $90.
Dell.com
- Vostro 260 Mini Tower PC with 20" Monitor $408
Vostro 260 Mini-Tower PC with 20" LCD Monitor.
Specs include a Core i3-2120 3.3GHz processor, 2GB memory, 250GB hard drive, CD/DVD Reader/Writer Drive, Windows 7, and 1 year warranty for $399 plus $8 shipping ($407).
Uses wired networking, so it can connect to your home Internet router with a network cable (not wirelessly).
BHPhotoVideo.com
- Gateway DX4300-21 Desktop PC for $400
Gateway DX4300-21 Desktop Computer with AMD Phenom II X4 810 Quad-Core processor, 8GB memory, 1TB hard drive, CD/DVD Burner Drive, Radeon HD 5750 1GB Video Card with VGA/DVI/HDMI ports, Gigabit Ethernet, keyboard & mouse.
No monitor is included.
Looks like a great deal.
The X4 810 CPU is capable of similar performance to an Intel Core i5-660.
Lenovo.com
- HOT!
- Cyber Monday Sale: Thinkpad T420 for $613, X220 for $661 (expired)
Click here, log in or create a new account.
If you created a new account, wait up to an hour to receive your password by email.
After logged in, see a list of Cyber Monday Deals by clicking here or click through the Cyber Monday deals shown after logging in.
Lots of laptop computer deals are available today only, including: Thinkpad T420 14" Laptop for $613 with i5-2430M, 4GB memory, 500GB hard drive, CD/DVD Burner, 6-cell battery, Wifi b/g/n:
Once logged in, click here to find a Lenovo Thinkpad T420.
Click "Customize" under the one priced $597.65.
Upgrade the CPU from a i3-2350M to a i5-2430M.
The i5-2430M should be capable of about double the performance, well worth the upgrade from the i3.
Remove the 720p HD camera.
Apply coupon CYBERMONDAY after it is added to the cart, and the price drops to $612.61.
If you prefer a Solid State Drive instead of a hard drive, click the $784.65 T420 from here which would replace the hard drive with a 120GB SSD for about $150 more than the above configuration.
Note, the coupon applies 12% off of all system upgrades (except for warranty services & computer accessories), so bigger battery and webcam would actually cost 12% less than the posted prices. Thinkpad X220 12.5" Laptop Computer for $661 with i5-2430M 2.4GHz processor, 4GB memory, 320GB hard drive, 6-cell battery, Wifi b/g/n.
Once logged in, click here to find a Lenovo Thinkpad X220
Click "Customize" under the one priced $626.60.
Upgrade the CPU from a i3-2350M to a i5-2430M.
The i5-2430M should be capable of about double the performance, well worth the upgrade from the i3.
If you don't want to add a built-in webcam, upgrade the display to a 3x3 antenna at no additional cost.
The webcam option can only be added with a 2x2 antenna.
Add it to the cart, then apply coupon CYBERMONDAY to change the price to $661.
The coupon applies 18% off of all system upgrades (except warranty services & computer accessories), so for example if you add a 720p webcam (after selecting 2x2 antenna monitor) for $25.50, it actually ends up costing $21 after discount. Thinkpad X220 12.5" Tablet PC for $874 with Core i5-2530M processor, 4GB memory, 320GB hard drive, 6-cell battery, Wifi b/g/n:
Once logged in, click here to find a Lenovo Thinkpad X220 Tablet.
Click "Customize" under the one priced $800.85.
Upgrade the CPU from a i3-2350M to a i5-2430M.
The i5-2430M should be capable of about double the performance, well worth the upgrade from the i3.
Add it to the cart, then apply coupon code CYBERMONDAY to change the price to $874
BestBuy.com
- Acer Iconia 8GB Tablet for $230 (expired: sold out)
Acer Iconia 7-inch Tablet in Silver with 8GB storage for $230.
Free shipping, but if you use in-store pickup today or tomorrow, Best Buy will give you a free $10 gift card.
This is the Silver color, the black one goes for $300.
Lenovo.com
- Thinkpad X120e Laptop Computer for $339
Click here, log in or create a new account.
If you created a new account, wait up to an hour to receive your password by email.
Once logged in, click here to find a Lenovo Thinkpad X120e 11.6-inch laptop computer.
Upgrade the CPU to a Fusion E350 processor, which is capable of about double the performance of the E-240.
Other specs include 2GB of memory, 320GB hard drive, 6-cell battery, webcam, Wifi b/g/n.
Price comes to $339.15.
It comes with 2GB of memory (one module) and has 2 slots, so if you would like 4GB, you can pick up a 2GB DDR3 SO-DIMM Module for around $13 and add it into the computer yourself.
BestBuy.com
- Toshiba 17" Laptop for $350 in-store
Toshiba L775-S7307 17-inch lapto pcomputer with Pentium B950 2.1GHz processor, 4GB memory, 320GB 5400rpm hard drive, webcam, Wifi b/g/n, 6-cell battery.
A 17-inch laptop is fairly large, weighing about 6.5 lbs and is about 1.5 inches thick.
This deal is available with in-store pickup at most Best Buy locations.
Newegg.com
- HP Proliant Ultra Micro Tower Server System for $250
HP ProLiant N40L Ultra Micro Tower Server System with 250GB hard drive and 2GB RAM.
Includes Microsoft Windows Home Server 2011 for free.
This is not a computer.
It is a fileserver that runs Windows Home Server.
It can hold up to four hard drives, up to 2TB per drive and set up as a bunch of disks or in a RAID setup.
It has a built-in Gigabit network port, and you connect to the files stored on this device over your home/office network.
Obviously this device can be redundant for some people, since you can just put a drive or two in your existing Windows system and share the drives across your network, however this device is meant if you want a standalone fileserver without wasting money by buying a full server.
Lenovo.com
- Thinkpad T420 14" Laptop for $613 (expired)
Click here, log in or create a new account.
If you created a new account, wait up to an hour to receive your password by email.
Once logged in, click here to find a Lenovo Thinkpad T420 for $613.40.
Click "Customize & Buy".
Base configuration includes an Intel Core i5-2430M Processor, 4GB of memory (1 DIMM), 500GB 7200rpm hard drive, CD/DVD Burner Drive, 6-cell battery, 720p webcam, Wifi b/g/n, and 1 year warranty.
Apply coupon DOORBUSTER7 after it is added to the cart.
It comes with 4GB of memory (one module) and has 2 slots, so if you would like 8GB, pick up a 4GB DDR3 SO-DIMM Module for $20 and add it inside the computer yourself.
On the configuration pages, you can extend the included 1 year warranty into a "3 year base warranty extension" for $79, or a "3 year onsite" for $90, both are great deals and usually go for $100 and $150 respectively.
Regular warranty means they will ship you a box with a shipping label, for you to pack up and send the broken computer to their depot for repair.
On-site means someone comes to your location, and if they cannot fix it on-site, they will pack it and ship it to the repair depot for you.
The coupon applies 15% off of all system upgrades (except warranty services), so upgrading the 6-cell battery to a 9-cell for $42.50 actually adds $36 to the final price.
If their website gives an error that your session has expired, you must click their link to reset your session, then start over by logging in again.
Dell XPS 8300 Desktop PC with 24" Ultrasharp Monitor for $900: Core i7-2600 CPU, 8GB memory, 500GB hard drive, CD/DVD Burner Drive, Radeon HD6670, and a 24-inch Ultrasharp IPS Monitor for $950 and code 16TW5KH21HF73N applies $50 off in the cart.
Dell XPS 8300 Desktop PC for $700: Core i7-2600 CPU, 8GB memory, 500GB hard drive, Blu-Ray Reader & CD/DVD Burner Drive for $750, and code S3LKJSKT6KVLDB applies $50 off in the cart.
Inspiron 15" Laptop Computer for $480: Core i5-2430M CPU, 4GB memory, 500GB hard drive, CD/DVD Burner Drive, 6-cell battery for $580, and code RXCC8C4951CWM8 applies $100 off in the cart.
Dell computer orders placed today should ship around December 19.
BHPhotoVideo.com
- Lenovo 10" IdeaPad 32GB Tablet K1 for $299
Lenovo's 10-inch Tablet is available in either White or Black for $299 with free shipping.
Several other stores put this tablet on sale for the same price, but B&H is one of the few that carries both the White and the Black.
Review.
Newegg.com
- HOT!
- 2011 Black Friday Sale
Keep in mind that Newegg may (and probably will) raise the following prices sometime soon, probably Friday or Saturday.
Long list below, but first is a summary of the most notable hot deals:
TRENDnet TEW-640MB Wireless 4-Port Media Bridge for $25.
Last time it was on sale for $30, it sold-out in a few hours.
This lets you connect up to 4 wired-network devices to your Wifi-b/g/n network, wirelessly.
Useful with devices that have cabled networking abilities but not Wifi, such as some Blu-Ray players, televisions, media players, gaming consoles, desktop computers, and printers.
2x4GB (8GB) G.Skill Ripjaws X-Series DDR3 Desktop PC Memory:1600MHz for $30 ($3.75/GB),
1866MHz for $45 ($5.63/GB),
2133MHz for $60 ($7.50/GB).
G.Skill makes some of the best quality computer memory available today.
Unless you are overclocking your computer, anything higher than 1600MHz would be unnecessary.
HDHomeRun PRIME Cablecard 3 Digital Tuner for $177 with code BLKSD23 and after shipping fee.
Requires a gigabit network, and you need to find out if you can rent a "CableCard" from your cable company.
It should work with most CableCard-compatible cable networks including FiOS, but will not work on satellite TV (like DirecTV) or IPTV services (like AT&T U-Verse).
HDHomeRun PRIME Cablecard 3 Digital Tuner for $177 with code BLKSD23 and after shipping fee.
First you need to find out if you can rent a "CableCard" from your cable company, install their Cable Card into this device, and you can watch & record up to 3 digital channels at once, including all your premium and pay channels.
Connects to your home gigabit network, and lets any computer watch/record shows.
This is also compatible with Tivo-like recording software, such as MythTV.
It should work with most CableCard-compatible cable networks including FiOS, but will not work on satellite TV (like DirecTV) or IPTV services (like AT&T U-Verse).
TigerDirect.com
- 15.6" Laptop Computer: Core i7, 8GB, 640GB, Geforce 560M, Blu-Ray $910
Asus G53SX-XT1 15.6-inch Laptop Computer with Intel Core i7-2630QM Quad Core Processor with Hyperthreading (8 cores appear to the operating system), 15.6-inch 1920x1080 display, 8GB of DDR3 memory, 640GB 5400rpm hard drive, Blu-Ray Reader & CD/DVD Burner Drive, Nvidia Geforce GTX 560M 2GB Video Card, Windows 7 Home Premium, Secure Digital & Memory Stick card reader, 8-cell battery, Wifi b/g/n, Bluetooth, and 1 year warranty for $900.
Add about $10 for shipping.
This and other similar laptops usually go for around $1200.
The i7-2630QM CPU can perform similarly to an Intel Core i7-950 on a desktop computer, so this laptop can be a good desktop PC replacement.
The video card's performance is also very good, especially in a laptop.
If you are a new TigerDirect customer, see if a free "$10 off" promotion appears when you visit their site.
By entering your email address, a $10 off $100 coupon will be sent to you.
If you don't need a laptop with high-end specs like this, a Toshiba 14" Laptop for $600 is available (i5-2430M, 6GB memory, 640GB hard drive, CD/DVD Burner, 12-cell battery), and some other laptop deals will be available later today and later this week.
Amazon.com
- RIM BlackBerry Playbook 16GB Tablet for $200 (expired: 6pm EST, sold out)
RIM BlackBerry PlayBook 7-inch Tablet with 16GB storage for $200 with free shipping.
Buy.com also sells it for the same price.
The reviews are good, but apparently the reviews of the Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet and the Amazon Kindle are getting slightly better reviews.
Those are 7-inch tablets, compared to the iPad which has a 10-inch screen.
With so many choices now in 7-inch tablets at around $200 to $250, they are all great alternatives to the iPad 2 which costs double the price.
BestBuy.com
- Lenovo Ideapad A1 16GB Tablet for $200
Lenovo IdeaPad A1 Tablet with 16GB of Memory for $200 with free shipping.
Usually sells for $250.
In comparison, the Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet goes for $250 and the Amazon Kindle Fire goes for $200.
With so many 7-inch tablet choices now, it's difficult to justify paying double for an Apple iPad right now.
The iPad has a larger screen, way more apps, and has a much better interface than any other tablet, but it's not as worth the price right now. Thinkpad A1 review.
Nook Tablet review.
Dell.com
- XPS 8300 Desktop PC with i7-2600, 8GB, 500GB, Blu-Ray for $700
Dell XPS 8300 Desktop PC for $1114, and coupon code 91ZCDKBWNT03D2 applies $414 off in the cart, making it $700.
Specs include an Intel Core i7-2600 CPU, 8GB memory (four 2GB DDR3 modules), 500GB hard drive, Radeon HD 6450 1GB Video Card, Blu-Ray Reader & CD/DVD Burner Drive, Windows 7, and a 1-year warranty.
No monitor is included at this price, but Dell is selling a really nice 23-inch Ultrasharp for $239 which can swivel into portrait or landscape orientation, and has a built-in 4-port USB hub.
Dell.com
- XPS 8300 Desktop PC with i7-2600, 8GB, 500GB for $650
Add the computer to the cart for $750, and apply code LM?BF7P$FR9KCK to get $100 off.
Specs of this Dell XPS 8300 Tower PC include an Intel Core i7-2600 CPU, 8GB of memory (four 2GB DDR3 modules), 500GB hard drive, CD/DVD Burner Drive, and a 2 year warranty.
Configuring it with an AMD Radeon HD 6670 1GB Video Card adds $20 to the price, and should improve the graphics performance by about 80% according to benchmark scores, and only a factor if you plan to play games, watch HD videos, or use a lot of graphic-intensive programs.
Orders placed today should arrive the first week of December.
No monitor is included at this price, but Dell has a really nice 23-inch Ultrasharp for $239 which can swivel into portrait or landscape orientation, and has a built-in 4-port USB hub.
Dell.com
- Inspiron 620 Mini Tower PC for $350
Inspiron 620 Mini-Tower PC for $400, and code $BCLDFF1B$2009 applies $50 off in the cart.
Includes an Intel Core i3-2120 3.3GHz processor, 4GB memory, 500GB hard drive, CD/DVD Burner Drive, and Windows 7.
Includes keyboard & mouse, but no monitor is included.
Lenovo.com
- Ideapad A1 16GB Tablet for $195 or $199 (expired)
For Visa cardholders, a IdeaPad A1 16GB Tablet in Black for $195 when you apply coupon A1EXCLUSIVE in the cart.
This deal is only for Visa cardholders.
The IdeaPad A1 runs the Android operating system, has 16GB of storage plus a MicroSD slot to add more, front & rear camera, Wi-Fi, and a 7-inch touch screen.
Works on Wi-Fi networks (no 3G).
It does not have a dual-core CPU like the Kindle Fire and iPad 2, but looks like a good alternative to those devices.
It runs Android, so there should be plenty of apps and features now and in the future.
Also has a built-in GPS receiver which works independent of wifi and 3G networks.
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