Ultrabook/Hybrid Discussion Thread

[Czerka]

What are the best windows 8 ultrabooks coming out?

Are these hybrids worth getting?

Satellite® U920t Ultrabook

 

[Orbital-Fetus]

$1,149.99?

i'll pass on that.

 

[badvillain]

Im thinking about getting a new laptop with intel's Ivy Bridge, but not necessarily an ultra book because I need a screen between 15-16....I need my laptop to be able to support at least three monitors(the internal laptop display + two external), that's why I'm trying to get that new Ivy Bridge

 

[Mr. Somebody]

These laptops need a few more years to get up to the specs i require at the price point im comfortable with.

 

[HookersandIceCream]

Get a Macbook Pro/Air and Bootcamp Windows 8

 

[Czerka]

Im thinking about getting a new laptop with intel's Ivy Bridge, but not necessarily an ultra book because I need a screen between 15-16....I need my laptop to be able to support at least three monitors(the internal laptop display + two external), that's why I'm trying to get that new Ivy Bridge

i need a 13" i prefer battery life and lightness vs the bigger screen. will have a dual monitor setup at home anyways

 

[badvillain]

i need a 13" i prefer battery life and lightness vs the bigger screen. will have a dual monitor setup at home anyways

True, everyone's needs are different; I can't work effectively on anything less than 15"....

OFF TOPIC: I actually copped this portable usb monitor the other day so I can always utilize two screens on the go(it works really well, no lag, but the black levels/contrast is horrible):

[ame=http://www.amazon.com/AOC-E1649FWU-USB-Powered-Portable-Monitor/dp/B005SEZR0G?tag=613240924-20]Amazon.com: AOC E1649FWU 16" USB-Powered Portable LED Monitor - Glossy Black: Computers & Accessories[/ame]

 

[Czerka]

True, everyone's needs are different; I can't work effectively on anything less than 15"....

OFF TOPIC: I actually copped this portable usb monitor the other day so I can always utilize two screens on the go(it works really well, no lag, but the black levels/contrast is horrible):

Amazon.com: AOC E1649FWU 16" USB-Powered Portable LED Monitor - Glossy Black: Computers & Accessories

not bad for a 100$

 

[badvillain]

not bad for a 100$

yessir...perfect for me cause I like to code in portrait mode, here's my home setup:

 

[Czerka]

IdeaPad Yoga 13 Specs, Reviews, & Latest News | Lenovo | The Verge

Ideapad yoga 13

 

[Czerka]

im still thinking about copping a yoga but waiting for em to come down in price

thinking about these:

VAIO T Series Ultrabooks | Ultrabook Laptops | Sony Store USA

they are reasonably priced and have a touchscreen
VAIO T Series 13 Custom Ultrabook

Model Number: SVT131390X Standard
In stock
Estimated ship date: 02/19/2013.

4GB (4GB fixed onboard + 1 open slot) DDR3-1600MHz
Silver Mist
No engraving
Kaspersky® Internet Security (30-day trial)
320GB (5400rpm) + 24GB SSD hybrid hard drive
3rd gen Intel® Core™ i5-3337U (1.80GHz / 2.70GHz with Turbo Boost)
Intel® HD Graphics 4000
Windows 8 64-bit
13.3" LED backlit display (1366 x 768)
Microsoft® Office 2013 trial version
Touch screen

is this a ripoff?

 

[Czerka]

13.3-Inch ASUS Zenbook Deal of the Day | Groupon

is this a good deal?

i would replace the HD with an SSD myself

 

[Hiphoplives4eva]

Get a Macbook Pro/Air and Bootcamp Windows 8

GTFOH with this nonsense.

The Lenovo Yoga 13 is the best ultrabook out right now. I own one and love it to death. They Surface Pro 128gig is also a good option. Both will set you back a grand but are well worth it. Both are also a FAR better deal than the Macbook Air of Pro for that matter.

 

[Hiphoplives4eva]

13.3-Inch ASUS Zenbook Deal of the Day | Groupon

is this a good deal?

i would replace the HD with an SSD myself

That is actually an excellent deal. Those zenbooks are piff. Be aware that it doesn't come with Windows 8 however.

 

[Czerka]

GTFOH with this nonsense.

The Lenovo Yoga 13 is the best ultrabook out right now. I own one and love it to death. They Surface Pro 128gig is also a good option. Both will set you back a grand but are well worth it. Both are also a FAR better deal than the Macbook Air of Pro for that matter.

if the yoga had an extra port for dual monitors id cop it instantly. waiting for it to come down in price though. hats the build quality like on the yoga?