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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by uchdollar111: 3:31pm On May 28, 2015
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by solarview(m): 3:33pm On May 28, 2015
Chai ...this fuel scarcity really affected traffic on nairaland grin
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by godoluwa(m): 3:33pm On May 28, 2015
bettercreature:
Are people repairing laptop? for me i only care about battery
my laptop has 13hours battery life anyway and take only 1hour 30min to charge full battery
plz watz d name & model?
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by tonjeola(m): 3:34pm On May 28, 2015
U tried small, those are least consideration

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by bettercreature(m): 3:34pm On May 28, 2015
patlyrx:


Which make and series
APPLE mackbook air mid 13,then i have hyperjuice 60 WATT actually my laptop with hyperjuice can power up to 22 or 25hours but i have never tried it

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by ojeyi(m): 3:35pm On May 28, 2015
Judeoxide:
make I pretend say Na RAM you mean instead of 4gb rom

Yu sef see m ba?..lmao
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by xcesswag(m): 3:35pm On May 28, 2015
So cliche and vague......iranu
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by fitinwell: 3:36pm On May 28, 2015
how did dis thread make front page..

Dumb not proffessional.

Say no to scarps and buy original ..and not tokunbo

you can get Hp laptop brand new as low as #55,000
and you will get at all u need to make you mobile and productive.

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Nobody: 3:39pm On May 28, 2015
MaxNaija:
The fact is that the internet is full of advice. Sadly, it isn't easy to figure out which articles you can trust and which have been written to take advantage of you. Thankfully, the experts from MaxNaija who contributed to this article truly have the experience necessary to make the tips below trustworthy, so keep reading.

[img]http://3.bp..com/-am1Ored3Mhk/VWL7jdVQFwI/AAAAAAAAB78/bfOso3vOK9w/s400/laptop.png[/img]

1. Consider a less expensive option :
If you have your heart set on a more expensive laptop, consider a refurbished/used unit. Many shops offer these, and they often come with a fair warranty too, protecting you in many ways. This will save you thousands of naira you would have spent over a new laptop, while still offering you all the features and specifications of the model you truly want.

2. Cost Of Parts:

Laptops are often fairly expensive to repair. Since everything is jammed into a tight space, technicians have to be careful when they're taking them apart. Not to mention that laptops parts are more expensive since they have to be smaller and more condensed. So keep that in mind if you're looking to buy a laptop. So you don't buy a laptop whose part are difficult or impossible to replace when faulty.

3.Usage:

Avoid using your laptop computer on a soft surface, such as a pillow or bed. Setting your laptop on a soft surface blocks air flow that is supposed to flow through the ventilation holes on the bottom. This can cause your laptop to overheat. When using your laptop in bed, rest it on a book or other hard surface to allow for ventilation.

4. Where to buy:

Before buying a laptop you should consider the different places where you can buy one. You can buy directly from a manufacturer. You can buy from a high-end computer store. There are many online stores and refurbished websites that you can buy a laptop from. Consider your budget, whether you need to try it before buying it, any additional costs, and the type of assistance you may need when deciding where to buy your laptop.

5. Laptop protection:

When you buy a laptop, consider getting a protective carrying case to go with it. While most laptops are fairly durable, they are susceptible to damage, wear and tear, and the weather. A good case can shield it from unnecessary damage, help it to last much longer, and keep it running properly to boot.

6. Seek Advice:

Ask your friends about their experiences with laptops that they own. Your friends and family can give you a lot of advice on what their favourite brands have been. This will make your selection process easy. Look for friends that have similar use laptop as the one you intend to buy, as this will help you know more about the product you are buying .

[b]7. Long term budget :
[/b]Remember that a laptop is not a long-term investment. You'll likely only use it a maximum of six years or so before you either are forced to get a replacement or decide it is just too outdated. That means you should factor in replacement costs when determining your budget.

These tips have been crafted to help you purchase a new laptop without the headache your uneducated peers face.
Thanks for taking time out of your busy day to read this, you are now informed with the data you need to succeed. Get started shopping today and find that new laptop!

Copyright 2015 Maxnaija. Permission to use quotations from this article is granted subject to appropriate credit being given to www.MaxNaija.com as the source.


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. Guy fem la bush..I say capless....u knw even talk of speed,memory size or even d operating system...taa gera-out.....u be learner...bend down and learn wella

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by onlyson16(m): 3:42pm On May 28, 2015
MaxNaija:
The fact is that the internet is full of advice. Sadly, it isn't easy to figure out which articles you can trust and which have been written to take advantage of you. Thankfully, the experts from MaxNaija who contributed to this article truly have the experience necessary to make the tips below trustworthy, so keep reading.

[img]http://3.bp..com/-am1Ored3Mhk/VWL7jdVQFwI/AAAAAAAAB78/bfOso3vOK9w/s400/laptop.png[/img]

1. Consider a less expensive option :
If you have your heart set on a more expensive laptop, consider a refurbished/used unit. Many shops offer these, and they often come with a fair warranty too, protecting you in many ways. This will save you thousands of naira you would have spent over a new laptop, while still offering you all the features and specifications of the model you truly want.

2. Cost Of Parts:

Laptops are often fairly expensive to repair. Since everything is jammed into a tight space, technicians have to be careful when they're taking them apart. Not to mention that laptops parts are more expensive since they have to be smaller and more condensed. So keep that in mind if you're looking to buy a laptop. So you don't buy a laptop whose part are difficult or impossible to replace when faulty.

3.Usage:

Avoid using your laptop computer on a soft surface, such as a pillow or bed. Setting your laptop on a soft surface blocks air flow that is supposed to flow through the ventilation holes on the bottom. This can cause your laptop to overheat. When using your laptop in bed, rest it on a book or other hard surface to allow for ventilation.

4. Where to buy:

Before buying a laptop you should consider the different places where you can buy one. You can buy directly from a manufacturer. You can buy from a high-end computer store. There are many online stores and refurbished websites that you can buy a laptop from. Consider your budget, whether you need to try it before buying it, any additional costs, and the type of assistance you may need when deciding where to buy your laptop.

5. Laptop protection:

When you buy a laptop, consider getting a protective carrying case to go with it. While most laptops are fairly durable, they are susceptible to damage, wear and tear, and the weather. A good case can shield it from unnecessary damage, help it to last much longer, and keep it running properly to boot.

6. Seek Advice:

Ask your friends about their experiences with laptops that they own. Your friends and family can give you a lot of advice on what their favourite brands have been. This will make your selection process easy. Look for friends that have similar use laptop as the one you intend to buy, as this will help you know more about the product you are buying .

[b]7. Long term budget :
[/b]Remember that a laptop is not a long-term investment. You'll likely only use it a maximum of six years or so before you either are forced to get a replacement or decide it is just too outdated. That means you should factor in replacement costs when determining your budget.

These tips have been crafted to help you purchase a new laptop without the headache your uneducated peers face.
Thanks for taking time out of your busy day to read this, you are now informed with the data you need to succeed. Get started shopping today and find that new laptop!

Copyright 2015 Maxnaija. Permission to use quotations from this article is granted subject to appropriate credit being given to www.MaxNaija.com as the source.


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op nnoo,ur always on the right path
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by bettercreature(m): 3:43pm On May 28, 2015
godoluwa:
plz watz d name & model?
I have posted it above
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by patlyrx: 3:43pm On May 28, 2015
System or Laptop to depends on
1. Ram
2. HDD
3. Processor (i3, i5, i7) with i3 generation 5 a very good option.
4. Graphic card.
All these are important criteria anything less than this is rubbish no matter the price.

My best dream laptop is Lenovo E550 don't know how much this system cost in Nigeria.

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by kevoh(m): 3:47pm On May 28, 2015
omoelu1:

Are you saying HP products are bad?

My only HP LAPTOP experience was a flop. Charger port got bad, monitor display started showing strange lines, battery was another issue all this within a space of 14 months. My Toshiba has served me well. Worked with it on some sites where you get constant dust and debris falling into every nook and cranny of it, it has fallen a number of times, survived high voltages e.t.c and still going strong almost 4 years. Bought it brand new from a NL who sells at computer village. Not saying other hp products like its printers and scanners are bad! You can get an HP laptop if you like but for me, that's a no-no.

Segadem:
as if that he had one.
Ignored

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Nobody: 3:48pm On May 28, 2015
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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by godoluwa(m): 3:49pm On May 28, 2015
bettercreature:
I have posted it above
seen. thanx
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by LEXYCOM: 3:57pm On May 28, 2015
It must be a apple product
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Ifebazz(m): 4:04pm On May 28, 2015
MaxNaija:
The fact is that the internet is full of advice. Sadly, it isn't easy to figure out which articles you can trust and which have been written to take advantage of you. Thankfully, the experts from MaxNaija who contributed to this article truly have the experience necessary to make the tips below trustworthy, so keep reading.

[img]http://3.bp..com/-am1Ored3Mhk/VWL7jdVQFwI/AAAAAAAAB78/bfOso3vOK9w/s400/laptop.png[/img]

1. Consider a less expensive option :
If you have your heart set on a more expensive laptop, consider a refurbished/used unit. Many shops offer these, and they often come with a fair warranty too, protecting you in many ways. This will save you thousands of naira you would have spent over a new laptop, while still offering you all the features and specifications of the model you truly want.

2. Cost Of Parts:

Laptops are often fairly expensive to repair. Since everything is jammed into a tight space, technicians have to be careful when they're taking them apart. Not to mention that laptops parts are more expensive since they have to be smaller and more condensed. So keep that in mind if you're looking to buy a laptop. So you don't buy a laptop whose part are difficult or impossible to replace when faulty.

3.Usage:

Avoid using your laptop computer on a soft surface, such as a pillow or bed. Setting your laptop on a soft surface blocks air flow that is supposed to flow through the ventilation holes on the bottom. This can cause your laptop to overheat. When using your laptop in bed, rest it on a book or other hard surface to allow for ventilation.

4. Where to buy:

Before buying a laptop you should consider the different places where you can buy one. You can buy directly from a manufacturer. You can buy from a high-end computer store. There are many online stores and refurbished websites that you can buy a laptop from. Consider your budget, whether you need to try it before buying it, any additional costs, and the type of assistance you may need when deciding where to buy your laptop.

5. Laptop protection:

When you buy a laptop, consider getting a protective carrying case to go with it. While most laptops are fairly durable, they are susceptible to damage, wear and tear, and the weather. A good case can shield it from unnecessary damage, help it to last much longer, and keep it running properly to boot.

6. Seek Advice:

Ask your friends about their experiences with laptops that they own. Your friends and family can give you a lot of advice on what their favourite brands have been. This will make your selection process easy. Look for friends that have similar use laptop as the one you intend to buy, as this will help you know more about the product you are buying .

[b]7. Long term budget :
[/b]Remember that a laptop is not a long-term investment. You'll likely only use it a maximum of six years or so before you either are forced to get a replacement or decide it is just too outdated. That means you should factor in replacement costs when determining your budget.

These tips have been crafted to help you purchase a new laptop without the headache your uneducated peers face.
Thanks for taking time out of your busy day to read this, you are now informed with the data you need to succeed. Get started shopping today and find that new laptop!

Copyright 2015 Maxnaija. Permission to use quotations from this article is granted subject to appropriate credit being given to www.MaxNaija.com as the source.


Source: http://www.maxnaija.com/2015/05/7-important-things-you-should-consider.html#ixzz3bM4O3ohd
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Very misleading topic. Should rather read 'how care for your laptop '.
What has ventilation got to do with buying a laptop? Or advice? Drab.

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Hibiscuss(m): 4:11pm On May 28, 2015
kevoh:
Whatever you do, don't buy HP. angry
#TeamToshiba wink
#Toshiba products are good but for their keyboards.

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by akinszz: 4:14pm On May 28, 2015
naijainfogalery:
For me when buying a laptop, its not about the price ooo, anything less than Intel Core i5 is for Children 500GB HD and 4GB RAM else i am only operating a toy
what do you use core i5 for?
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by akinszz: 4:18pm On May 28, 2015
Thats what they sell, the manufacturers, ram and vga.
stevolinkon40:
If its not up to 2gb dedicated video ram.. Then its a no no
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by sirxbit(m): 4:25pm On May 28, 2015
texazzpete:
Utterly rubbish hints, to be honest
you just spoke my mind man. when considering buying a laptop you don't need dis rubbish, what you need is the ram,hard disk size,battery life,speed(processor) and many more important tins. not parts( na motor)
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by akeensbussy(m): 4:29pm On May 28, 2015
naijainfogalery:
For me when buying a laptop, its not about the price ooo, anything less than Intel Core i5 is for Children 500GB HD and 4GB RAM else i am only operating a toy
what are u going to do with that ? op, if u are a student or for office use, that is too much. except u are a graphic or media person. my laptop is just 120GB, 2GB. core2duo and am using it maximally. mind you and an IT person.

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by akeensbussy(m): 4:30pm On May 28, 2015
naijainfogalery:
For me when buying a laptop, its not about the price ooo, anything less than Intel Core i5 is for Children 500GB HD and 4GB RAM else i am only operating a toy
what are u going to do with that ? op, if u are a student or for office use, that is too much. except u are a graphic or media person. my laptop is just 120GB, 2GB. core2duo and am using it maximally. mind you, am an IT person.
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by mizjules(f): 4:32pm On May 28, 2015
kevoh:


My only HP LAPTOP experience was a flop. Charger port got bad, monitor display started showing strange lines, battery was another issue all this within a space of 14 months. My Toshiba has served me well. Worked with it on some sites where you get constant dust and debris falling into every nook and cranny of it, it has fallen a number of times, survived high voltages e.t.c and still going strong almost 4 years. Bought it brand new from a NL who sells at computer village. Not saying other hp products like its printers and scanners are bad! You can get an HP laptop if you like but for me, that's a no-no.


Hi, I need a good system and I dunno the best and affordable one to get, can you please direct me to the nlander you got yours from? And does he stay in abuja?
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Nobody: 4:34pm On May 28, 2015
Please how good is HP 250 G3 Intel celeron-2.16GHZ
2gb, 500gb HDD? I just ordered one from jumia @ 64k
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by akeensbussy(m): 4:40pm On May 28, 2015
pastorKosiso:
Please how good is HP 250 G3 Intel celeron-2.16GHZ
2gb, 500gb HDD? I just ordered one from jumia @ 64k
is good, depended on what u want to use it for. just buy another 2GB ram and add it later to make it 4GB. Lobatan!!
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Nobody: 4:43pm On May 28, 2015
Thanks bro. Not for much work just for my blog and some other spiritual work...
akeensbussy:

is good, depended on what u want to use it for. just buy another 2GB ram and add it later to make it 4GB. Lobatan!!
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by nnasalma(f): 4:44pm On May 28, 2015
pls how good is DELL inspiron laptop?
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Cvesta(m): 4:55pm On May 28, 2015
pastorKosiso:
Please how good is HP 250 G3 Intel celeron-2.16GHZ
2gb, 500gb HDD? I just ordered one from jumia @ 64k

wasted...you would have gotten a US used hp core i3 with a little less than that amount

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Joshuadon: 5:03pm On May 28, 2015
fitinwell:
how did dis thread make front page..

Dumb not proffessional.

Say no to scarps and buy original ..and not tokunbo

you can get Hp laptop brand new as low as #55,000
and you will get at all u need to make you mobile and productive.





Did you intend saying SCRAPS

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Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Nobody: 5:05pm On May 28, 2015
Wasted you said?
Cvesta:

wasted...you would have gotten a US used hp core i3 with a little less than that amount
Re: 7 Important Things You Should Consider Before Buying A Laptop by Cvesta(m): 5:13pm On May 28, 2015
pastorKosiso:
Wasted you said?
aside buying a brand new system...your processor is so so low...i can never shell out money on any system with a celeron...i buy and sell laptops and i wont even buy a celeron to sell except it is super cheap

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