Pink Laptops: Buy A Pink Laptop
Pink laptops have quickly become the prominent choice in laptops for girls. Having your own pink laptop can add some flair, expression, and identity to one of your most used possessions. Almost every pink laptop computer manufacturer has pink laptops for sale - and many of them will sell a cheap pink laptop model or two. A lot of computer places also make hot pink laptops, or a pink mini laptop. The varieties out there are pretty much endless. But what if you are trying to research the upcoming purchase of a pink laptop computer?
In this hub, we will try to help you answer all of those questions and more, and help you decide which laptop is best for you and how you can go about buying a pink laptop computer.
So where do you begin when you're trying to find information and you want to buy a pink laptop? Do you go with a normal sized one or a mini pink laptop? What about prices for laptops with features like a webcam, HD screen, or Blu-Ray DVD drive? And are cheap pink laptops really the best way to go, or is it better to pay a little bit more for a laptop or notebook that will last longer and be a better deal?
Laptop Prices: Is Less More?
We all know that laptop prices, and prices for almost every technology, have come down significantly in the last few years. Some HP pink mini laptop models, and other laptops, sell for as little as $300, while others are as much as $1,000. HP doesn't quite have a free laptop but they do produce very well like models. However, let's take a look at the pros and cons of spending only $200 or $300 for a laptop.
First, don't confuse a netbook with a notebook. A netbook - also known to some as a mini laptop - can cost anywhere from $200 to $400. Pink mini laptops and pink netbooks are generally limited with features, can come with limited software packages, and some reviews complain at their size (tiny keyboards!).
If you just want to browse the internet and check email, then a netbook or mini laptop can be right for you. These laptops are very affordable and come with limited features - but who needs all that when your priorities aren't too big.
But for someone who needs their laptop for school, work, or wants to do more like use video, music, and any other added features, what can be a cheap, "cute", small laptop can cause headaches later.
What Will $800 Get You In A Laptop?
It is important to be careful and use diligence when shopping for a laptop because a lower price does not always mean a better deal: in fact, it almost always doesn't. Let's take a look at one of the middle to upper priced pink laptops and see what you can get features-wise.
One of the most popular brands among girls - the Sony VAIO - has a pink laptop that costs about $829. Compared to the cheaper netbook/mini laptop, this model (and other laptops in this price range) offers much more and will certainly last much longer. In short, you get more for your dollar.
Some of the more prominent features and specifications with this laptop are the power. The CPU is 2.13GHz.
In layman's terms, CPU size determines how fast a computer can work and how many tasks it can do all at once. The same is true with memory - a pink laptop like this has 4GB if RAM memory which will be able to handle a slew of applications including Photoshop, video making or viewing, webcam, etc. There's a DVD drive that can burn cds and dvds, a webcam and microphone for chatting with friends and taking pictures, and equipment that can handle a fast internet connection. This $800 dollar laptop also has support for HD video connections, wireless internet, Bluetooth, and a manner of other options.
Of course, there are many pink laptop notebook models to choose from and many features to choose from as well. This section is a snapshot of what $800 will buy. If you want more features and a more powerful laptop, it will cost more, while a less powerful laptop and less features will cost you less money.
Popular Pink Laptop Brands
Because of growing consumer demand for pink laptops, computer manufacturers have designed an extraordinary line of sleek pink laptops. Pink is a fabulous color that never goes out of style, and is now appreciated by men as well as women. Today's man is quite comfortable with pink accessories, it is not uncommon to see a confident, well-dressed gentleman wearing a pink tie or dress shirt, or using a pink laptop.
Your online search for pink colored laptops will lead to various companies that sell different colored laptops. Here are a few of the companies where you can buy pink laptops:
Pink Dells
A high-profile company with an impressive array of pink laptops is Dell Computers. One of the most recognized computer manufacturing companies in the world, Dell produces more pink laptops than any other company. Shoppers on a budget can find a nice pink dell laptop with all of the updated features for less than five hundred dollars.
Dell has a variety of pink laptops for the fashionista in you. They even offer what is called their Promise laptop that helps fight breast cancer. Five dollars from every purchase goes to breast cancer research. They have at least seven different choices in pink laptops in the Promise line alone, as well as a variety of other choices. They range from mini-laptops to bigger laptops with screen sizes from 9 to more than 17 inches. They have a price range of around 300 to 800 dollars. Dell laptops are known for their reliability, functionality, and sense of style.
When you visit Dell's website, you can customize the laptop that you choose with upgraded memory, a stronger hard drive, word processing, and virus protection all in the color of your choice. To add a personalized touch, various patterns can be purchased to enhance your new laptop.
Pink Sony Laptop
Another top rated laptop that is comparable to those made by Dell, HP, and Acer are the pink VAIO laptops by Sony. Sony also has several hot pink laptop Vaio models for sale on their website as well.
Sony's laptops are a trendy choice among girls. While providing a stylish choice, the functionality of these computers are top notch as well. They come with displays ranging from 11 to 15.5 inches and supply the user with a battery life that will last on long trips. Their pink laptops feature from 160 GB to more than 500 GB hard drives and range in price from around 500 to 1200 dollars. Their models offer built-in wi-fi, webcams, DVD writers, microphones, internet telephones and speakers. Many of their laptops offer Core Duo 2 processors and are Bluetooth enabled. The Sony Vaio pink laptops are especially brilliant for playing games and watching movies.
The Sony Vaio Signature Collection offers four attractive laptop computers in pink, one of them is adorned with a beautiful flower pattern. Generally costing about two hundred and fifty dollars more than the Dells or other similarly cheap pink laptops and notebooks, they are equipped with the same software and power, but may also have some benefits that are not available with Dell laptops.
While Sony and Dell both have a variety of pink laptop computers, they are also available from other computer manufacturers.
HP Pink Laptops
Does HP sell pink laptops? As previously mentioned, HP specializes in pink mini laptops. What is unique about these stylish HP mini models is that they are only one inch thick, making them extra easy to transport. Mini HP pink laptops are a great bargain for the money, with models available from around 250 to 400 dollars. Their Mini 110 Chic is known for having the largest keyboard in the industry. They offer approximately 9 and 10-inch screens, and have mouse buttons on both sides of the pad. The webcam and microphone both offer excellent clarity and they also come with a small but impressive speaker. HP also offers a variety of pink colored laptop covers to turn any laptop you own into a fashion statement.
Some customers who recently purchased HP Mini Laptops reviewed the laptops as follows: "Small and compact; fits perfectly in my book bag and weighs less than 3 lbs. The battery life that I have experienced has been awesome". On the contrary, according to shopping reviews on several websites some users have experienced slowness with their HP netbooks. This may be typical in an entry-level netbook; running lots of programs such as for video, music, and photos can require additional resources.
Update (5/10): In May of 2010 HP announced a new line of consumer laptops and notebooks, with an all-new design called "MUSE". MUSE, which stands for Materials, Usability, Sensory appeal, and Experiences, is geared towards the young and hip crowd as well as the savvy businessperson. The new Hewlett Packard laptops were designed by Tord Boontje, which is a design, firm based out of London. Among these spring 2010 laptop refreshes by HP included new HP Envys (available in pink) as well as HP Pavillion laptops. These laptops are available in 14.5 and 17-inch screens.
ASUS Pink Laptop
Asus has laptops in pink that can please both the businesswoman and the gamer. Their laptops range in size from 7 to 10 inches and range in price from approximately 300 to 500 dollars. The great thing about Asus laptops is that they are easily set up and don't require a technical manual to learn how to use. They are user-friendly units that come with an intuitive graphic interface as well as being very durable because of their shock protection feature. Speakers are set up on each side of these computer and they can be found in 2, 4, and 8GB hard drives.
It is always a good idea to be a comparison shopper when purchasing high cost items like computers. When you have researched the laptop that you want, visit three or more manufacturers to secure the best product at the best price. A little comprehensive research will help you to make an informed decision regarding price, power, and the different computer accessories when you are ready to make a purchase.
Hot Pink Laptops
Several places sell hot pink laptops for sale, namely Sony, Dell, and Asus. Let's take a look at some models:
Sony Vaio series: The E series Sony Vaios are the ultimate hot pink laptops. Starting at just $799, you'll get all the features and upgrades - pretty much more than anyone needs (like a 500GB hard drive- plenty for movies, music, games, etc).
Dell Studio: The dell studio hot pinks range anywhere from $500 to as much as $1000 considering what kind of options and features you get with your new pink laptop. The dell studios are just like any other laptop at first, except you add on a cover to the outside - in your case, a hot pink laptop cover! The covers are more like hot pink designs and patterns, as opposed to just a solid cover. Keep that in mind when shopping around.
Asus Eee PC 1008P: This 10" pink laptop definitely has one of the more stylish covers out of the cheap pink laptops out there. The processor is the same as others: 1.6ghz, though this laptop comes with 2GB of memory. Weighing only 2.4 pounds this hot pink laptop is definitely something to show off to your friends. The laptop was actually designed by Karim Rashid and is meant to be "more chic" than all the other pink laptops available. It also is only one inch thick! Comes with Windows 7, Bluetooth, and high-speed wireless, and a webcam! One thing to know is that it doesn't come with a disc drive but nowadays with Itunes and netflix and other services you won't even notice.
Other ways to "make" a hot pink laptop? Just like you can apply a cover to a school textbook, you can also put a cover on a laptop. Many places make laptop covers and NoteFashion actually sells a hot pink laptop cover for just $11. It could be a good deal if you already have a laptop computer and want to turn it hot pink while saving up for a genuine one!
Cheap Pink Laptops To Consider
Keep in mind that cheaper is not always better - however if you are looking for a simple laptop to carry out simple tasks like surfing the web, doing homework, chatting online and keeping in touch with friends, then a cheap pink laptop could be right for you. Here are a few models to consider:
Disney Netpal by Asus: This Disney pink laptop sells for about only $340 and comes with a cute Disney pink logo and pink abstract pattern on the outside. Though the laptop screen size is only 8.9 inches, the color itself "princess pink" is sure to please any girl. The laptop comes with a 1.6ghz Intel atom processor with 1GB ram and a 160GB hard drive; these specs are sure to be plenty of resources for an entry-level laptop. The laptop also comes with several security features such as website blacklisting and whitelisting for protection.
Lenovo S10-2 Pink Netbook: This laptop, though technically a netbook, is definitely a great mini pink laptop to consider. For around $350 you'll get a laptop with 6 hours of battery life - plenty of time, as well as Windows 7 starter edition, a 1.6ghz processor and 1GB memory. This laptop on Amazon happens to have a 4.5 star average review and many customers reported things like "beautiful, well built" and "pinker than it seems in the picture". You might want to definitely check out this pink laptop.
Pink Laptop Accessories
Some accessories typically purchased with a laptop or computer can include a laptop case or bag, an extra battery or hard drive for storing photos and videos, or even a photo scanner with feeder should you want to import all of your old photos into your brand new computer.
Want pink colored laptop accessories for your new notebook computer? Some places online such as Amazon or even computer manufacturers themselves (Dell, HP, Sony) may offer a pink mouse, pink travel keyboard, a pink laptop case or bag, and other pink colored accessories for your laptop.
Important Things To Keep In Mind When Buying A Laptop
Now that we've identified what $800 will buy in terms of features and specifications, it's important to cover some of the most important things that most consumers fail to always keep in mind when buying computers - and how you can help yourself when you go to buy your pink laptop. Here are the most important things to remember:
1. You get what you pay for. With laptops and computers, just like cell phones, there are certain price ranges and in each price range is a bracket of features. You definitely pay more for these extra features, and with an increased price, you also may be paying for durability and better materials (though not always). True, many manufacturers that have pink laptops on sale will have prices for slightly less, or maybe a feature compromise or two for a little lower price. Sometimes there will be rebates and sales and coupons. But the bottom line is this: you get more when you spend more.
2. The price tag on the laptop is always not the final price. While most online places offer free shipping, you can't forget tax costs, paying for a Bluetooth mouse, extra battery, extended warranty, accessories like pink laptop bags, and any extra customizations or add-ons you get. Generally speaking, you can expect your "final price" to be at least $75 more than what the price tag tells you.
3. If you want your laptop to last more than two years, buy an extended warranty. Warranty plans do cost more money but you will be glad you invested it when you drop your laptop, spill something, or the friend that you trusted accidentally knocks something over. Laptops, by nature, are mobile and portable which opens the risk for any kind of accident. Additionally, doesn't it always seem like things break just after the manufacturer's warranty ends? Nobody likes a broken laptop, and an extended warranty can help you prolong the life of yours and help get it fixed quickly if anything should happen.
4. Sometimes, patience is an important key to getting the best out of the money you have budgeted. I love instant gratification, and I know what it's like to want something now. But one responsibility of a shopper is to always do their homework when buying a laptop, and to always check prices and features.
Let's face it, salesmen have one job: to sell. Most salespeople will try and take you for granted by assuming you will buy anything that they can glorify. Naturally, companies will try to sell you products that cost the least for them to make and give them the most profit. While this isn't always the case, going into a store prepared and willing to check prices and spend extra time comparing models, you'll get a better bargain.
In Closing...
Ask yourself this: what kind of pink laptop do you need? For many, laptops and computers are not just about a want, but also about needs. If you are going to depend on your new laptop for school or work, then you'll want to make sure that you get the features and options that you need the most, even if it means paying a little extra.
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