Should I get a Macbook Pro?

Hi. I've been debating getting a new laptop for a while now, and I've narrowed it down to two options: the new Macbook Pro 13" or the HP Envy 14. I'm not so worried about getting a new PC, but I'm having doubts about switching to Apple after being a long-time PC-user. If I do get a Macbook it'll mainly be used for documents, Power Point presentations, photography, and everyday web browsing, e-mailing etc. I'm probably going to take this laptop with me to college, so keep that in mind. One question I would like to have answered is: are programs such as Picasa able to be installed on a Macbook? Explain to me literally almost everything about these laptops coming from an actual user. Am I going to have problems configuring documents to be able to be shown on PC's, are there any major changes that I'm going to have to get used to, etc. Also list the pros and cons of switching. Thank you so much.Should I get a Macbook Pro?
Personally, I find the Mac operating system much more user-friendly and simplistic. However, it's very powerful. Pretty much anything you can do with a PC, you can do with a Mac. Yes, Picasa is available for the Mac (just go to picasa.google.com). You will have Firefox (no Internet Explorer, IE is for Windows/Microsoft only) or Safari or Chrome available, you will have iTunes, iChat (AIM, Yahoo Messenger, Google, etc. client built-into one), as well as being able to buy Microsoft Office for Mac (2011). With this, your files will be saved as .docx or .pptx or .xlsx, which can be opened using Microsoft Office for Windows. Essentially, the Macintosh operating system has slowly become mainstream, so you won't have much trouble with compatibility. Best way to see if you like it or not is to go to an Apple Retail store or local Best Buy or Media Center and check it out.

Just as a side note, you can install both Windows 7 (or Vista or XP) AND Mac OS X Lion (10.7) side by side using Bootcamp. There is also software such as OpenBox (free) or VmWare Fusion or Parallels Desktop that can run a virtual copy of Windows (or essentially any other operating system). For the $999 you spend on the Envy, add $400 more and you will get the ability to run two OS's on one computer. Plus, the computer is good for an overall user (casual video editing, web browsing, music, etc).
Yup, I'd go Mac. It's really easy to set up, and you can get used to it quickly! Programs are easily compatible and Apple's support is wonderful! On a side note, if you do get a Mac, choose to get the AppleCare before your one year warranty is over. It'll pay for itself if something goes wrong.

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Should I get a Macbook Pro?
Get the HP Envy 14.

What is the difference between a dual core i5 and a dual core i7 processor?

I am looking for a good light weight laptop for college next year and i have my eyes set on the Sony VAIO S series (or the ENVY 14 if it ever gets sandybridge). My question is about what kind of performance I could expect from the S series, mainly its new i7 and AMD 6630m graphics.What is the difference between a dual core i5 and a dual core i7 processor?
No such thing as a dual-core i7. Only quad-core i7's. Did you mean i5 quad VS. i7 quad? If you meant that, then cache size and hyperthreading is the primary difference between the two.

EDIT: Ahh ok, makes sense then. I'm honestly not that familiar with the new mobile Sandy Bridge i7's, just the desktop ones. But according to the link, it features hyperthreading (virtual cores). And i5's don't support hyperthreading by default. So I'm going to guess that that's the difference... still.What is the difference between a dual core i5 and a dual core i7 processor?
I7 is faster then i5 Processor

I have a few that I would recommend and they have great price tags:



HP 17-1181NR 17-Inch Envy Notebook PC

*Intel Core i7-720QM Processor, 1.60GHz

*ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5850 Graphics with 1GB Dedicated Video Memory

*750GB (5200RPM) Hard Drive

*6GB DDR3 System Memory

*Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit

Which RAM is best for my laptop?

Hi i have an HP Beats Envy 14 laptop. It only has 4 GB RAM. i want to upgrade it to 8GB. Could someone please help as to what RAM i should be buying for the laptop?



1. 8GB (4GBX2) DDR3 PC3-10600 鈥?CL=9 鈥?Unbuffered 鈥?NON-ECC 鈥?DDR3-1333 鈥?1.5V 鈥?512Meg x 64



2. 8GB (4GBX2) DDR3 PC3-8500 鈥?CL=7 鈥?Unbuffered 鈥?NON-ECC 鈥?DDR3-1066 鈥?1.5V 鈥?512Meg x 64



3. 8GB (4GBX2) DDR3 PC3-8500 UNBUFFERED NON-ECC DDR3-1066 256x8, 16 CHIPS



If you have any suggestions, please dont hesitate to leave any. I really dont know how to choose which one goes for my laptop. Can someone please help?Which RAM is best for my laptop?
I have used this product and it performs really well I would definitely suggest it to anyone



Corsair 4 GB DDR3 Laptop Memory CMSO4GX3M1A1333C9

*Ultra Stable Laptop Memory from Corsair - the Leader in Performance Memory Solutions

*Designed for current generation notebooks, mini-PCs and netbooks

*Microsoft庐 Windows庐 Vista? and Windows庐 7 operating systems

*Single 4GB DDR3 Laptop Memory Module - 1333MHz Unbuffered CL 9 SODIMM Memory 9-9-9-24 1.5V

*Lifetime Warranty
Go to http://www.crucial.com and run the free tool to find what it now has, max system will support, correct type memory modules for upgrade. Do not mix memory module brands or type or install more than your system will support. Then use Crucial or what ever brand you prefer.Which RAM is best for my laptop?
Get the first option if your Laptop is compatible with it. Here is a link that you can run you laptop and check suggested RAM



crucial.com

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How to fix a DVD drive that ejects all media?

I have a new HP envy 14 with Beats Audio. The DVD drive won't read any disks, after about 30 seconds it ejects it back out. The cursor on screen shows it's trying to read a disk. I've updated the drivers, tried different types of media, tried the last one that worked, nothing. It's a slot loading drive so I cant even see into it. Under properties it says it's a HP DVDRAM GS20N and under that it says SAMSUNG HM640JJ. Any ideas? I'd rather not take it back to Staples, who knows when I'll see it again, lol. Ty for any advise.How to fix a DVD drive that ejects all media?
device manager %26gt; dvd drive %26gt; uninstall everything and then reboot your computer and let windows reload the drivers
You don't fix it, you have them fix it for you. Even if you could repair it yourself you would void the warranty, and be stuck with the problem or a $$$ repair bill. The hassle of being without the laptop for a while is nothing compared with having one with a defective drive.How to fix a DVD drive that ejects all media?
Have them TRY to fix it.. Vista? Windows 7? been dealing with this ever since Vista started the service packs. Finally got an external drive...Good luck and let me know how you fixed it.. I have an hpdv6707

Which laptop is better.....?

Ive been wanting to get a laptop but i dont want something crappythat breaks down all the time. Also, faster is better(:

I found two that i find good so far:

~ hp envy 14

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~ dell xps 15

are these good? i havent found any reveiws on them

If you guys know any bwtter ones please let

me know. My budget is around 1000

also preferably no other dells. I dont really have good experiences with rhose because they tend to break down.

Thanks!!:DWhich laptop is better.....?
Find something that has a lot reviews... Also... with that budget look for an alienware on ebay...
Neither of those meet your criteria: " i dont want something crappythat breaks down all the time". They both have very poor quality reputations.



A computer is more than just some components shoved in a case. There is build quality, stability, and user experience which are more important then the marketing speed shown. Get a Mac if you want a good experience. If you just play games, go on the internet, do e-mail, video, etc. Get an iPad.Which laptop is better.....?
Dell xps 15. I hate hp. I had 2 computers (1 laptop, 1 desktop) both broke down many times. and with the first one, i called hp and the guy said Oww just a lemon. wont happen again. sure enough it does. I would say Dell for reliability and practicality.
XPS 15 is actually a good laptop, I had the late 2010 model and it was good but I sold it, and I'm waiting to receive the new 2011 model! JBL speaker is awesome!!
More gaming Laptops netbook reviews specification prices here

www.computertroubletips.com
I would Prefers to go wtih del xps15 It is better

Which laptop is better?

HP Pavilion dv6t Quad Edition series

http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/computer_can_series.do?storeName=computer_store%26amp;category=notebooks%26amp;a1=Category%26amp;v1=High+performance%26amp;series_name=dv6tqe_series%26amp;jumpid=in_R329_prodexp/hhoslp/psg/notebooks/High_performance/dv6tqe_series



or



HP ENVY 14 series

http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/computer_can_series.do?storeName=computer_store%26amp;category=notebooks%26amp;a1=Category%26amp;v1=ENVY%26amp;series_name=ENVY14_series%26amp;jumpid=in_R329_prodexp/hhoslp/psg/notebooks/ENVY/ENVY14_series





Which laptop is better?Which laptop is better?
get the envy 14 it is faster and more up to dateWhich laptop is better?
hello cameron, I just saw both your laptop choice

specification and both have a significant advantage.

equations both use Windows applications.

in my place better known ENVI, slim and stylish, economical, internet connection depending on the network at your location is located. ENVI longer guarantee that 2 years is only 1 year Pavilion, right?

Pavilion if maybe he is better on DVD features seem to need entertainment, ENVI has a spec is a pretty chart that is a minimum of 1 GB ram. if you want more good new now existing 3 GB more. in the Pavilion unspoken.may this tiny info hopefully you could be considered

Computer Gaming Help?

I just got Assassin's Creed Revelations last week for PC and it has worked fine on my computer with all the graphics settings maxed out. However I started it up today and it is glitching too much. I can't play it as it is. I checked my current processes and they were all normal and i had no open programs in the background. Just for experimentation, I turned all the graphics settings as low as they could go and it made no difference. I have even cleaned my HDD with CCleaner and restarted my computer. Please help!



Computer Specs:

Model: HP Envy 14 Notebook PC (Beats Edition)

OS: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit

Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU Q740 @ 1.73GHz (8 CPUs), ~1.7GHz

Memory: 8192MB RAM

Display: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 (4070MB)



Thanks in advance!Computer Gaming Help?
You may need a new video card.Computer Gaming Help?
look at the games requierments and compare them to your spec see if anyone of them need a upgrade ?