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    Current Notebook and Tech Deals (Updated 7/19/2008)

    Discussion in 'Notebook News and Reviews' started by Andrew Baxter, Jul 12, 2008.

  1. Andrew Baxter

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    Current Dell Coupons, up to30% Off Laptops

    Dell has a couple of coupon codes running right now for laptops:

  2. Use code5S3PC1$FTDJ$BV to get 30% off any $1,299.00+ Dell Inspiron laptop. (valid until 7/17/2008 6:59 AM)
  3. Use code6XC27Q5BKS0FVG to save 25% off any $999.00+ Dell Inspiron laptop. (validuntil 7/17/2008 6:59 AM)
  4. The coupon codes above work on the following laptops:

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    [​IMG]Dell Inspiron 1525 Laptop Computer

    [​IMG]Dell Inspiron 1720 Laptop Computer

    [​IMG]Dell Inspiron 1420 Laptop Computer

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    Click Here to see Latest Dell XPS Deals. To see all up to date dell coupons click here.

    20% off coupon code for XPS M1330 and M1530
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    25% off coupon code for XPS M1330 and M1530
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    Use code0$?X8RJ0$G3XLB to save 25% off the XPS M1530 or M1330 configured above $1,249. Coupon expires 7/17.

    HP $500 off Coupon code for Pavilion customized laptop HOT!!!

    HP has a $500 off coupon code NB4513 that can be used on any customized Pavilion notebook configured $1399 or more. <!--Click here to activate coupon code at HP.com.

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    Just apply the coupon code at checkout after configuring the notebook to be over $999 and you'll get $500 off instantly. FREE Shipping right now as well. Coupon expires after max uses.

    More HP Coupons

    Lenovo ThinkPad T Series 10% Off Coupon Code

    Use coupon codeUSPSAVEMORENOW to get 10% off any ThinkPad T61, apply coupon code at checkout to get this deal. Coupon expires 7/21.

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    Lenovo ThinkPad X Series 10% Off Coupon Code

    Use coupon codeUSPSAVEMORENOW to get 10% off any ThinkPad X61, apply coupon code at checkout to get this deal. Coupon expires 7/21.

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    Toshiba Satellite Notebook $398 atWal Mart this Sunday

    This Sunday WalMart will be selling a $398 Toshiba Satellite 15.4-inch screen notebook for $398 starting at 8 a.m. Perfect if you're a back to schoool shopper! Specs include Intel Celeron processor,2GB RAM, 120GB hard drive, CD-RW/DVD and Windows Vista Premium.

    Link to Wal Mart blog about this

    Amazon.com has the Sony VAIO VGN-NR240E/S for $699.99, after a $80 savings.
    Link to Product Deal
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    Lenovo IdeaPad Coupon Code

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    HP Pavilion dv2910us - $680
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    Circuit City has the HP Pavilion dv2910us for $679.99 after $50 mail-in rebate. Features include: 5.5lbs; 1.83GHz; 3GB RAM; 250GB HDD; DVD burner; 802.11n; Vista Home Premium; webcam/mic)

    New HP Pavilion dv5z Now available starting at $699
    [​IMG] Link to Product Deal
    HP now has their Pavilion dv5z notebook available online for the starting price of $699. Offers currently include save $149 instantly, FREE upgrade to 2GB of memory ($50 value), FREE upgrade to BrightView Inifinity display ($50 value), FREE shipping ($49 value).

    Dell Studio 15 for $899 after $224 off
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    Get the Dell Studio 15 Laptop $899 after $224 off Live Date: 7/10/08 6am - Wednesday 7/16/08 5:59am. Base configuration includes an Intel T5750 processor.

     
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  5. Toryglen-boy

    Toryglen-boy Notebook Consultant

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    this is all good, but can we have the country of origin, posted in these offers?

    i know its easy to assume it the USA, but alot of countries use dollars as a currency, and it would just help to avoid some confusion

    thanks.

    ;)
     
  6. J.R. Nelson

    J.R. Nelson Minister of Awesome

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    Those Thinkpads are becoming disgustingly cheap before the new models launch. Great value.
     
  7. yuio

    yuio NBR Assistive Tec. Tec.

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    I wish HP canada allowed us to costomize... HP please?
     
  8. Toryglen-boy

    Toryglen-boy Notebook Consultant

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    shall i put this into a bigger font?

    :mad:
     
  9. Alekseevs

    Alekseevs Notebook Enthusiast

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    Can't really agree, especially in terms of X-models. The X61 price has been the same for almost 6-8 months now, the base model with 1gig Ram and 80 gig hard disk, no frills, has been on sale for $1020 for the last 6 months at least. Of course the dollar is becoming cheaper on the international market, but all they offer now is 10% discount before the launch of the new model. Not really a blow-out sale. :rolleyes:
     
  10. Alekseevs

    Alekseevs Notebook Enthusiast

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    Mostly all rebates, sales and discounts here are for the US, so unless it says otherwise - read US.
     
  11. J.R. Nelson

    J.R. Nelson Minister of Awesome

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    Fair enough, I really only meant the T61s; it seems like I see nothing but sales and coupons on them, lately.
     
  12. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    The HP $500 off coupon doesn't work with the dv5t, I tried it. I didn't test any of the other newer models though.
     
  13. Todd4300nc

    Todd4300nc Notebook Consultant

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    excludes hdx entertainment notebook, dv4t, dv5z, dv5t, dv7t, and dv7z
     
  14. Charles P. Jefferies

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    Thanks for the info. HP is trying to clear out their inventory of older models. At any rate, a $1400 laptop for $900 is a great value.
     
  15. allfiredup

    allfiredup Notebook Virtuoso

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    The list of models eligible for the $500 coupon off any configuration over $1399 only includes the dv9700z (AMD), but I have confirmed that it will also work on the dv9700t (Intel).

    Definitely good news considering that HP has pulled the discrete graphics option from the dv9700z- it only comes with integrated nVIDIA 7150M. The dv9700t has the 256mb nVIDIA 8400M GS standard and the upgrade to the 512 nVIDIA 8600M GS is half price at $50.

    I'm debating whether I should take the plunge and place my order for a dv9700t at $900 after the coupon....or wait for the new dv7z series to go on sale in a few months??? The new ATI Radeon 3450 hybrid graphics is very impressive...but with the 2.1GHz Turion Ultra processor it'd run about $1250 right now. The price will only go down, I'm hoping...
     
  16. teknerd122

    teknerd122 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hybrid graphics? is this finally confirmed?
     
  17. allfiredup

    allfiredup Notebook Virtuoso

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    The way I read the descriptions on HP's website, I made an assumption that when a discrete graphics option is selected, it would work in conjunction with the integrated graphics memory. More specifically, if the ATI Radeon 3200 (integrated) was standard, selecting an upgrade to the ATI Radeon HD 34x0 or 3650 would be an addition to the 3200 not replace it.

    Then again, it's quite possible I'm having one of my frequent "borderline-retarded" episodes... =)

    Actually, regardless of whether my statement was correct or not, I am very excited about the integrated ATI Radeon 3200's performance. When I buy my next notebook, it will be much easier (and cheaper) not having to be so concerned about whether it has a discrete graphics card or not.
     
  18. sr.agent.riot

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    I owned the Dv5z for a brief period of time and can confirm that, currently, Hybrid graphics is not happening. It is either locked at the hardware level or in the BIOS. Only one display adapter shows up in the device manager. And I updated to the most recent version of Catalyst and there was nothing in the driver to indicate it was possible.

    That was the whole reason I wanted the laptop, but since it could not be found functional, well, the laptop went bye-bye.
     
  19. netuser

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    Really bad that coupon dont work on new HP :( otherwise it would be a very good deal
     
  20. Flamen04

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    A very good deal, but a very bad business move (for selling your new pcs for so low)