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    AW 13 Owners Give Me Your Feedback

    Discussion in '2015+ Alienware 13 / 15 / 17' started by JAD85, May 26, 2015.

  1. JAD85

    JAD85 Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys..

    I've been eyeing picking up the AW 13 among others and I wanted some feedback on the screen size , and also the touch pad.

    I am concerned that a 13" size will be just a little too small, mind you that I had been using an 11" Air for the past year. I still feel that 13" isn't that big of a jump, and I won't be too happy. It's hard to know though until you take the plunge. I mainly game on my console, but I do enjoy playing a few MMO's several times a week.

    Secondly, I am concerned about the lack of dedicated buttons on the touch pad of the AW 13. Yes I do use a gaming mouse whenever possible, but I do enjoy laying back and clicking away at the touchpad from time to time. Having used the Air, I absolutely HATED not having dedicated buttons, its just an uncomfortable experience.

    I'd appreciate your feedback. I actually almost ordered a refurb AW 14 just because of the dedicated touchpad buttons, it's that big of a deal. That and I'd probably be happier with a 14" screen.
     
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    JAD85 Notebook Consultant

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    anyone? feedback on the touchpad at least?
     
    JAD85, May 27, 2015
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    Since you already have m11x , m18x I'd suggest you get AW14 because the touch pad & led light are more fancy lol.

    AW13 keyboard/touchpad layout just like m11x. I do not own AW13 but I did tried the machine.
     
    iPhantomhives, May 27, 2015
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  4. JAD85

    JAD85 Notebook Consultant

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    Lol I used to have those machines but no longer. I'm trying to find a middle ground. The AW 13 seems nice but just have some concerns because reviewers have bashed the touchpad a lot. Just wanted to get some first hand experience feedback.


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    JAD85, May 27, 2015
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    Why don't you go for AW15 instead, it has everything you need :) if price doesn't matter to you.
     
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    iPhantomhives, May 27, 2015
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