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> I really like a low priced, almost disposable computer that I don't care about I use the X220 for that; it's a nice, robust device, great keyboard, I like a
by tluyben2 8y ago
> I really like a low priced, almost disposable computer that I don't care about
I use the X220 for that; it's a nice, robust device, great keyboard, I like a trackpoint better than a trackpad, runs Linux well and excellent battery life with the 9 cell battery (which you can still buy on Ebay & Amazon). And it's cheap enough now to just rip everything out and get a new one without even thinking about it.
- TomVDB 8y agoBought one recently for $110. It’s fantastic. One problem is how modular it is: there’s nothing holding you back from upgrading LCD panel, SSD, ... I use it as the main driver for my home lab.
- ianhowson 8y agoSeconded on the x220. Makes a great Hackintosh with minimal fiddling. Can be upgraded to 16GB RAM for practically nothing and genuine power adaptors are only a few dollars each. More than fast enough to get real work done.
- tluyben2 8y ago> Makes a great Hackintosh Hmm, I did not know that (never searched for it) but that's a good plan. I currently have an air 13 and x220; I do 90% of everything on my x220 (because it has far greater battery life and I prefer the keyboard and trackpoint), but when I need to do iOS app work I use my air. Better if I did not need to bring both on my travels. Edit: Ah, just see [0]; I need the latest because everything stops working in app development if you don't and that seems to not workable anymore. [0] http://x220.mcdonnelltech.com/mojave/ http://x220.mcdonnelltech.com/mojave/