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$100 off when you sign up for internet service.
$490 OTD in SoCal, store had 14 of them in stock.
Wow...
Great machine for the $$$$
Enhanced Intel® Centrino® processor technology with interrelated Intel® Core™2 Duo processor T5750, Intel® GM965 chipset,
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945 network connection (802.11a/b/g),
extended battery life capability
3GB PC2-5300 DDR2 memory for multitasking power; 667MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 2.0GHz processor speed
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD-R DL media; supports DVD-RAM; also supports Labelflash direct-disc labels using compatible Labelflash media
The next-generation Intel® Core™2 Duo processor is based on the innovative Intel® Core™ microarchitecture, so it runs faster and is more energy-efficient for cooler, quieter operation
15.4" WXGA TFT-LCD widescreen display with Ultrabright technology and 1280 x 800 resolution
160GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 with up to 384MB video memory; high-definition audio (2-channel support)
Metal precision-touch multimedia controls provide quick access to and control of your media and applications with the touch of a button
Built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam makes it easy to chat with and send video mail to family and friends
5-in-1 digital media manager supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card
3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer
10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; V.92 high-speed modem
Premium exterior case with deep garnet red finish
after shipping AND tax becomes $625 for me...
Can you make it run XP? I'm still not sure most reviews on the bestbuy site suggest you cant or that its hard to find drivers. They also complain this thing picks up tons of finger prints because its a glossy screen.
you can always install XP on ur own..but that would void the warranty though
thanks, got one in my local BB, saved $20 shipping.
I purchased a similar (more memory, bigger harddrive)Gateway a couple of weeks ago, I was immediately disappointed by the very tinny sound from the speakers. I thought about returning for a refund, but it developed a charging system problem and that made the speaker issue moot. It was returned on BB's recommendation. I chose not to get an exchange. (still looking)
The link here goes to the M-6843, which is a duplicate from this post: http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/hot-deals/853530
$450 if you sign up for internet service. Using not my real name or address I printed out a confirmation form, took it to the store and got $100 discount. No email, phone, address, or credit confirmation.
In OC the District BB has 13 left. Will return tonight and buy a second one when the daytime sales guy is gone.
CptSavAHo said:$450 if you sign up for internet service. Using not my real name or address I printed out a confirmation form, took it to the store and got $100 discount. No email, phone, address, or credit confirmation.
In OC the District BB has 13 left. Will return tonight and buy a second one when the daytime sales guy is gone.
Where do you see the info on the $100 discount? I don't see it. All I see is an offer for a gift card for signing up with QWEST.
CptSavAHo said: Using not my real name or address I printed out a confirmation form, took it to the store and got $100 discount.
Not using my real name or address, I obtained a credit card and just got a nice home theater system that I'll never have to pay for - YAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!! Oh, wait, crap, that's called fraud.
Don't worry, $100 obtained by theft through false pretenses is probably only a misdemeanor in your state. You probably won't do any time.
$490 OTD in SoCal, store had 14 of them in stock. said:]$490 OTD in SoCal, store had 14 of them in stock.
where?
lousygolfer said:CptSavAHo said: Using not my real name or address I printed out a confirmation form, took it to the store and got $100 discount.
Not using my real name or address, I obtained a credit card and just got a nice home theater system that I'll never have to pay for - YAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!! Oh, wait, crap, that's called fraud.
Don't worry, $100 obtained by theft through false pretenses is probably only a misdemeanor in your state. You probably won't do any time.
LOLOLOL
What world do you live in? The terms clearly state you can cancel at any time and any time for me was before I even wasted their time coming out. You know what Comcast did when I called? They offered me the internet service for ONE THIRD the price listed on the promo for SIX months if I didn't want to cancel.
For my second purchase at a neighboring Best Buy I signed up online and called to cancel 5 minutes later. Said it was a mistake I don't need it. Same offer, please take it for 6 months at $15.99/mo. Declined, coupon still works. I suppose in your world that's fraud too.
happyface50 said:How is Gateway's quality compares to say Dell, Sony, Toshiba, Acer, etc? Are their laptops reliable?
Gateway is about the same as the cheap Toshibas. Dell, Sony and Acer are higher quality. I have seen more Gateways crap out in their first or second year of service mostly due to them using extremely cheap and usually underpowered power supplies.
I like the specs but it doesn't have S-video, DVI, or HDMI. How come more laptops don't come standard with tv connections?
sidenote: When I went to BB, this laptop was surrounded by a couple different groups of college girls. Guess this is the VW Jetta of laptops.
FivSpeed said:I like the specs but it doesn't have S-video, DVI, or HDMI. How come more laptops don't come standard with tv connections?
sidenote: When I went to BB, this laptop was surrounded by a couple different groups of college girls. Guess this is the VW Jetta of laptops.
Cheap laptop = more money for bars, shoes, purses, etc. Women don't care about computers.
I bought a Gateway laptop and I am not too happy about it. I loved the Toshiba that I had but that is like comparing apples to oranges. My main complaint is that the battery lasts no longer than 1-1 1/2 hrs. I do not know much about the Dell's laptop except that our company uses them. The Co-workers talk about 2-3 hours on battery. My friend has a Dell and that last a long time too. From what I understand I heard that Gateway also uses inferior components. I don't have first hand knowledge on that though.
Go Bears!
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