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    The best looking notebook, period.

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by TSE, Oct 3, 2011.

  1. Gearsguy

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    Nice. I think you just said a racist term against Alienware owners or anyone that likes the look
     
    Gearsguy, Feb 9, 2012
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  2. ThinkLover

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    While I really agree with him, I must say that accusing his post with racist is a sign of misinterpretation.
     
    ThinkLover, Feb 9, 2012
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  3. Gearsguy

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    I wasnt really accusing or anything. Was just confusing to get linked to an article about a racist term :confused:

    I dont think he meant it as in a super mean way but it was kind of strange
     
    Gearsguy, Feb 9, 2012
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  4. Krane

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    Ah yes, it always comes back to Apple doesn't it?
     
    Krane, Feb 9, 2012
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  5. V_Chip

    V_Chip Be about it.

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    Sadly. :(

    They may have made the "look" mainstream, but the style is derived from Sony.
     
    V_Chip, Feb 9, 2012
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  6. Jarhead

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    I, for one, like this idea of "copying 'Apple'". Make Apple get off their lazy bum and design (or steal) something else. Hate it when things get stagnant in consumer laptops.
     
    Jarhead, Feb 9, 2012
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  7. crpcookie

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    [​IMG]
     
    crpcookie, Feb 11, 2012
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  8. Krane

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    [​IMG]
     
    Krane, Feb 11, 2012
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  9. Convel

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    That's a bit strong, don't you think? Most of the LG laptops from the Xnote series in brushed black aluminium are sexy IMO. Some nice VAIOs as well. I'm a sucker for anything that's understated and built from high quality materials. I'm not anything more than neutral to Apple's design though since it appears too 'generic'. Not really a fan of the sammy wave design either.
    [​IMG]
     
    Convel, Feb 13, 2012
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  10. TheBluePill

    TheBluePill Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Back in the Day:

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    Not too Long Ago;

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    And today;
    [​IMG]
     
    TheBluePill, Feb 16, 2012
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  11. TheBluePill

    TheBluePill Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I would have bought several Alien-ware PCs over the years based on Specs.. But i just sat there.. looking at the thing on the screen while i mulled over the "buy" button in my shopping cart. Just couldn't do it.

    There is just so much extra, over-the-top bling and air-vents and colors and yadda-yadda on it. that it just looks too much like a toy to take it seriously. I really wish they would tone it down about 5 notches with the case design.
     
    TheBluePill, Feb 16, 2012
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  12. Gamer872

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    Ok, well what about this monster? It doesn't look silly, it looks like the doomsday bringer of PCs.

    Digital Storm Sub-Zero Cryo-TEC System - YouTube
     
    Gamer872, Feb 18, 2012
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  13. V_Chip

    V_Chip Be about it.

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    V_Chip, Feb 18, 2012
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  14. Gamer872

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    Well yes, but technically a PC is a desktop as far as I know, and the poster above me said PC. Also, I think this is one of the best looking computers, period, laptop or desktop.
     
    Gamer872, Feb 18, 2012
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  15. Convel

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    Convel, Feb 18, 2012
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  16. Vogelbung

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    It's a regular case. In black. With some red bits.

    Bring out the design awards!!!

    :p
     
    Vogelbung, Feb 19, 2012
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  17. Gamer872

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    This has probably already been posted but I love this design as well.

    SAMSUNG Series7

    In fact I think I am very close to buying one with a 6750m graphics card. Not bad considering it has 7 hours of battery life.
     
    Gamer872, Feb 19, 2012
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  18. fantomasz

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    Asus G73
    [​IMG]

    [​IMG]
     
    fantomasz, Mar 18, 2012
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  19. Jarhead

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    The Ideapad Y470 is a nice-looking laptop. Orange trim and a subtle purple tint on the inside.

    Makes me think that Lenovo loves Clemson :D
     
    Jarhead, Mar 19, 2012
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  20. ijm_155

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    The design of the Asus g73 is just so great!
     
    ijm_155, Mar 20, 2012
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  21. Thaenatos

    Thaenatos Zero Cool

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    Well thinkpads are still tied for first, Im going to have to enter my m4600 to a tied for first status. Sleek and modest, yet has some of the coffee shop flare without the gawdy apple look. Basically at the limit of flash I can handle, while still business enough to make me foam at the mouth with excitement every time I pull it out of my bag.

    LoL I was thinking the same thing! Now bring out a danger den case and then Ill get excited.
     
    Thaenatos, Mar 21, 2012
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  22. d0m0

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    I like the looks of old dell latitude E Series, the E6400!
     
    d0m0, Apr 25, 2012
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  23. crpcookie

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    [​IMG] [​IMG]
    I like this the most. None of that played out black, white, or silver color. It's a shame Sony can't make a competent laptop to save their downfall.
     
    crpcookie, Apr 25, 2012
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  24. TSE

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    Ummmmm the Sony VAIO SE and Z are some of the better laptops on the market.

    That Z looks pretty cool, but the accessories don't match it and I could see the blue getting old, whereas the Gold has the perfect amount of flashiness but understated style.
     
    TSE, Apr 25, 2012
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  25. Vogelbung

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    I still like blurple.
     
    Vogelbung, Apr 26, 2012
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  26. talin

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    It's a nice color, but it's a little loud.
     
    talin, Apr 26, 2012
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  27. sonyfxa36

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    My Awesome Mac is the best lookin. AWWWW YEAAHHH

     
    sonyfxa36, Apr 27, 2012
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  28. DeutschPantherV

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    I like how the ASUS G73 and G75 look. There are several reasons. #1 it turns heads, but not because of a light show it is because they just look good. #2 the rubber matte finish....just so good #3 it is huge, so it is difficult to steal and conceal.
     
    DeutschPantherV, May 12, 2012
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  29. WhiteFireDragon

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    WhiteFireDragon, May 12, 2012
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  30. baii

    baii Sone

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    I have to agree on the huge part, one of my classmate bring it to lab/presentation and

    It is HUGE ~~
     
    baii, May 12, 2012
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  31. jake7778

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    [​IMG]

    Personally I like the look of the GT70.
     
    jake7778, May 13, 2012
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  32. Rudlin

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    Rudlin, May 20, 2012
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  33. jaug1337

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    Oh god so awesome to read this thread haha, it's basically a war with words :D
     
    jaug1337, May 21, 2012
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  34. Syndrome

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    That MSI GT70 is awesome looking. I would get one if it had an expresscard slot. I really like how they put the power and HDMI on the REAR about time someone built a notebook how they should be.
     
    Syndrome, May 23, 2012
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  35. jenk

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    This. I would have bought one yesterday if it weren't for this. I just wish I could order a decent looking laptop with a 7970 that would reliably get to me in the next 2-3 weeks.
     
    jenk, May 28, 2012
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  36. MrLost

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    My 2 cents;

    1) Looks can be deceiving
    2) Going off of 1), like people, it's not what's on the outside, but on the inside that counts

    That said; Sager all the way. Price / Normal looks / Tough Build / Newest Tech
     
    MrLost, May 28, 2012
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  37. V_Chip

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    Sure the specs matter, but this thread is about looks. :rolleyes:

    Lol :p
     
    V_Chip, May 28, 2012
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  38. zaibas

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    i'd have to say from a pure visual standpoint the razer blade. though i would rather the green used throughout be a different color.

    i would never actually buy one though b/c its underpowered for my uses and a razer product, they dont have the best reputation for build quality/qc
     
    zaibas, Jul 1, 2012
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  39. Aonarch

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    [​IMG]

    Sorry I have to...
     
    Aonarch, Jul 16, 2012
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  40. Jarhead

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    Eh, maybe people who want simple styling, sure, I can see the MBP as being good-looking. Though personally, I think it looks generic and not special anymore (since a lot of people focus on it and/or have it).
     
    Jarhead, Jul 16, 2012
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  41. Thaenatos

    Thaenatos Zero Cool

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    While I agree that under the hood is more important, looks and feel are about as important. I not only need to use my laptops internals, but I also have to look at the exterior all day and night while I work and play.

    If they hadnt gone to the stupid chicklet style keyboards Id rate them alot higher. The old style mac keyboards were pretty good.
     
    Thaenatos, Jul 16, 2012
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  42. HTWingNut

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    I think looks are important to a point. If it's bright pink with yellow polka dots and purple fuzzies on it but stomps all over a top end Alienware performance, would I want it? Probably not. But if it's between a Clevo or MSI or Alienware, well it's all personal preference. I don't care for the flashy lights of the Alienware or MSI, but that's just me.
     
    HTWingNut, Jul 16, 2012
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  43. jaug1337

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    The Razer Blade hands down, we do not look upon price or hardware, just the looks.
     
    jaug1337, Jul 16, 2012
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  44. iPhantomhives

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    Personally I think ASUS-Automobili Lamborghini VX7SX & M17X-R2 is pretty cool looking.
     
    iPhantomhives, Jul 16, 2012
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    I think the new Dell XPS15s look pretty decent, certainly way better than the last model.

    Alienwares are pretty silly, though the m11x grill would be more reasonable than other car looking grills they have. If only I didn't want a 680m/7970m, all the gaming laptops seem less than ideal.

    Oh man if Apple would only stick a high end video card in their case...
     
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  46. Jarhead

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    As well as, you know, a better cooling system ;)
     
    Jarhead, Jul 16, 2012
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  47. jaug1337

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    you mean actual holes in their laptops? The only thing that we see close to cooling is cut vertical lines... seems legit
     
    jaug1337, Jul 17, 2012
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  48. Kardon403

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    Kardon403, Jul 17, 2012
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  49. Thaenatos

    Thaenatos Zero Cool

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    and a better keyboard...and a better operating system...this can go on for a while :p

    Yeah I miss those mac keyboards, despite the fact that I never owned one. Also the slot load disc drive on the front was pretty damn cool IMHO.
     
    Thaenatos, Jul 17, 2012
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  50. __-_-_-__

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    but can it play... ? oh... it doesn't play anything.
     
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