Does anyone actually have the S7110?

Yes, I know sutheep. I'm interested in your feedback too, but I'm just not sure what to think since it's obviously a different model.

Anyway, this thing has been out for awhile, but there's only a rather old review on vr-zone which doesn't give much good information. If anyone here has one I'd like to hear impressions on the following:

1) Regarding keyboard flex, did they fix it?
2) In overall build quality, is it as solid as a thinkpad?
Does the screen ripple with pressure on the back?
Do the wristrests flex?
Do the hinges feel nice and tight?
3) How are the viewing angles on the LCD?
4) If you got the sxga+, is it glossy? The specs don't list it as Crystal View, but Fujitsu sales weren't able to verify this to my liking. She was just consulting a spec sheet, probably the same one I was looking at.

Is there anything else you feel is important?

I'm about ready to trade in the discrete graphics of the T60 (the horrible non-flexview screen helps with that) for the weight of the S7110, but I am a little concerned with build quality. I want the higher resolution, but I'd be willing to go with the Clevo M520N (P1 UX) if the Fujitsu isn't worthy.

 

I own a S7110

1.) Keyboard flex: I don't notice any
2.) Overall Build Quality: Excellent
-the screen does not ripple when pressed on the back since the lid is metallic
-no wrist rest flex or creaking very solid
-hinges are tight, though because it is 4:3 it wobbles a bit more than some 16:10 screens I've seen
3.) Viewing angles: I would rate this as poor, I was really expecting more from this screen given fujitsu's reputation for nice screens, the screen is quite bright but there is also a noticeable amount of light bleeding
4.) I only got xga and it is glossy, which I tend to prefer, I find it is much easier to clean than matte screens

I work with computers for a living and I have 3 laptops of my own. I have setup a lot of laptops including thinkpads. In terms of comparing this screen to the non flexview T60 screens I would probably say they are about the same, my personal preference goes to the S7110 only because I like glossy screens. The laptop is very thin and light, it is probably the thinnest and lightest 14'' laptop I have ever seen. The battery life is also excellent, it lasts as long as some 15.4'' laptops that use 9 cell batteries. Am I happy with the S7110? I'm kind conflicted on how I feel about it. I really expected more from the screen, and I don't like fujitsu's scroll button. Everything else about the laptop is outstanding though (build quality, weight, battery life etc), I think the laptop would be perfectly geared towards a business traveller, which I am not.

 

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1) Regarding keyboard flex, did they fix it?
-> A bit Flex, sure not as good as IBM

2) In overall build quality, is it as solid as a thinkpad?
-> No, The S7100 is even worst than my old S6200
or LG LW20, Sad...

3) Does the screen ripple with pressure on the back?
-> Yes, Worst than my old S6200

4) Do the wristrests flex?
-> OK

5) Do the hinges feel nice and tight?
-> OK, but not as good as IBM

6) How are the viewing angles on the LCD?
-> Bad, Very Bad compare my old S6200

4) If you got the sxga+, is it glossy?
-> Don't know, I have the stupid 1024x768 only.


Actually, The notebook is sold. Totally not as good as
S6200 & can't stand for 4:3 screen anymore.....!

:::

 

Does anyone have the sxga+ screen on this thing? If it's much better than the xga and matte I might be able to look past the keyboard and flexing. I'm the exact opposite of you Talon, I can't stand widescreen, not in a 14".

Unless I get some good feedback on the sxga+ I'll have to replace the S7110 with the Y5 in my equation. That's too bad, the S7110 come in at such a good price point with a very nice size and weight.

 

I suspect the S7110 will use the same SXGA+ screen as the old S7000 series.... so expect the matte finish and considerable light bleeding. Check for reviews on this site of the S7000 with the SXGA+ screen, if any.

 

I'd STRONGLY consider the Portableone UX that you mentioed or their new SX units over getting the Fujitsu. I had the precursor to this machine- the S7020D- last year and it was a nightmare. After 3 and a half months Ivan from Portableone (they used to sell Fujitsus, but no longer) had Fujitsu issue me a full refund for my lemon. Besides the reliability issues (BSOD were fairly frequent) there wasn't a part that didn't creak, hinges were loose and there were 2 stress cracks. In comparison, after a year of the same type use (my daughter is in law school), except for shiny keys from use and scratches on the wrist-rest from her watch/bracelets, the machine looks like it did the day it arrived- hinges are solid, keyboard is great, etc.

Portableone's units are built to last and, if there ever is a problem, you cannot beat their customer support!