Does this machine have a running score? Does the machine work easily? and does the battery last a long time?
652495
It keeps a net balance of wins and losses. Works easily and the battery last a long time for us, so it depends on how much you use it. Hope that helps.
1383511
I use it every day and have no problem. Another thing I would suggest is looking at their new Vertuoline system. I think those machines are even better and I wold look into those if I were buying my 1st machine
1795179
It runs very well. It has a good processor and works better than a newer HP laptop that I purchased at Walmart for $375 For $175.99 you are getting a great deal. The only thing I didn't like was the small hdd, which I replaced with a 500gb one.
983942
Yes it does. Its a great machine with a crappy battery..its only downfall..
566581
I use this computer for many uses, one of which is graphics work with the GIMP (gnu image manipulation program) which is similar to Photoshop (in both capabilities and requirements). This computer can easily run the program, and has enough ram to open/edit good sized documents, but will lag on big files or if you run a processing task of any magnitude. Simpler processing tasks like adjusting brightness and contrast work fine, but lag on big images to the point that it is (slightly) annoying if you use the active preview. I also have a powerful home- built desktop, and it's greater speed is both noticeable and welcome after using the laptop. Short answer: it will work fine, but it is the minimum, more power would be ideal if photo work is your focus. If you only edit photos occasionally, this laptop should perform fine. Disclaimer: I cannot speak on the software aspect of the computer(win8) and how much power it consumes, as I wiped the hard drive immediately after the computer arrived and replaced win8 with Ubuntu 13.04
896855
Mine is near 3 years old. Battery life is certainly shortened now (probably 10-12 minutes run time) but zero complaints about its performance. Gets used a few minutes every few days. I have been guilty of leaving it on charge a few days over the years. Certainly been a good value so far. Will likely built my own battery for it when the run time is unusable.
329778
It looks well and performs very well. It is reliable. It's not fast, but I don't think any lightscribe machines are fast. It takes about 20-min to do a LOT of writing in BOLD letters. I used an older model lightscribe machine by I/Omagic for about 7 years. The electrical connection at plug in quit. I then tried an ON-SALE machine. It worked several days at the most before it quit. I then went back and got the new I/Omagic. I'm happy.
1832938
purchased 9 cell , works for 6.5 hrs with bluetooth and wireless g radio running . The large battery angles the computer for typing which is great in my opinion. Add significant weight to this machine so be ready for that. I had a three cell machine before that so I was really spoiled, will probably use the 9 cell most of the time as I use the machine mostly at home and its great for portable freedom in the house. But when I am traveling light in the word so don't though that old battery away just yet! Enjoy
1837073
I have been using it for the last 3 months and i find it is a nice computer. I use it for school work and research and it seems to perform just fine. webcam and all the hardware works as it should. When it arrived it had a defective battery and i just emailed them about it and they sent me one quickly. I would recommend this for someone looking for a good cheap laptop.
1518210
yes , my wife use it last week this machine is really good .....I recommend it
2197381
The machine runs smoothly and cleanly. The only things that can be annoying are that you will need some additional lighting and it does have a very very high pitch whine (if the whine a t.v. makes is not audible to you then no problem). Otherwise, I love the machine, it is easy to use with the needle up/down option, many stitches and it's light weight but not so light that is slides around when you are sewing. The ladies in my quilt guild always smile when the see it. By the way, it is the second one I have bought having given my first one to my niece who is using it for her home economics class and other projects she has come up with. &#8807;'&#9697;'&#8806;
2239091
I haven't tried to run it all the way down since the laptop is usually stationery except if I move around the house with it but I know will last at least 35-40 minutes and not still had around half battery according the battery meter on the taskbar. This is the 2nd battery I have purchased. The 1st one was for a laptop for my mom a while ago and it's still working but again that laptop is not used that much off house power. For $20 bucks I'm satisfied
888595
Yes, it's a steady 24-7 machine that has worked like a charm. The only thing you need to do for maintenance is Zojurishi Citric Acid Cleaner through it once a season to remove hard minerals. I never turn mine off since I use it often.
2024715
The battery like lasts long, the laptop itself works very good, the beats sound is great, I can't complain, was a good purchase
525326
Yes, it is a great machine. Only issue is set up...it's a little challenging. Hope that helps.
1634176
I did buy it at $299 after doing a bit of research. I did find out that the RAM CANNOT BE REPLACED. However, people running Win7 on this machine have said it runs fine for word processing, web browsing, etc. Also, my guesses are that this version does have the 6 cell battery, but does NOT have bluetooth or the upgraded (1366x768) screen. Otherwise, Amazon would have touted that.
1936867
I have the same machine. I love it and haven't had any battery issues especially while keeping the unit on while fishing full days while engine isn't running.