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Got a new laptop, now need some accesories!

by Boostman1 Nov 19, 2005 12:46AM PST

Hi all!,a week ago, I purchased a Gateway MX6124 laptop. I must say, I am VERY happy with it. even tho they say laptops with Celeron processors (Which mine has) is slow, I've not seen that happen, my laptops boots up fast and have not had any slowdowns whatsoever!

Well, now that I have my little friend, who I named DIGIT, I would like to get some accesories and cool software. I am also going to get a digital camera and printer, to use for my cartooning purposes.

So...any ideas or suggestions on what toget for little Digit?. =)

Thanks for your help!

Sincerely,
Jose (Proud owner of Gateway MX6124 laptop)

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The first think I'd buy is a nice little wireless...
by togus Nov 19, 2005 6:22AM PST

notebook mouse. Microsoft makes a nice one that can be bought for US$ 29.00. A safe carry bag is nice (I like the knapsack style)and, depending on how you use for computer and how hot it is where you live, a cooling pad. Celeron Ms don't step down their wattage when doing more simple tasks so they run hotter than P-Ms. As we know, heat is the enemy of notebooks.

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WebCam, Microphone, Wireless Hedaphone and Portable Speakers
by philiptoews Nov 19, 2005 7:52PM PST

I just ordered a notebook myself and did a little homework on toys to add to it once it arrives. This is what I came up with so far:

Kick Butt USB powered speakers:

http://www.alteclansing.com/product_details.asp?pID=XT1

Excellent WebCam

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/CA/EN,CRID=2204,CONTENTID=10562&ad=emea_hpb_qc_fusion_oct_05

Wireless Headphones:

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/CA/EN,CRID=2439,CONTENTID=10679

There are loads and loads of reviews and descriptions for all sorts or accessories here:

http://laptopmag.com/Review/review_category.htm?category=access

Enjoy your notebook!

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Thanks all!
by Boostman1 Nov 19, 2005 10:26PM PST

Thanks for the great Ideas all, I went to BESTBUY yesterday (Only to LOOK), and I found some cool little toys for Digit, my little laptop.Happy

I want to get a printer/scanner, speakers, and a bookbag style carrying case..Thats all for right now..OH..and a wireless router..I will get more toys for Digit soon.

Thanks!Happy

Sincerely,
Jose

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Got my 1st accessory!
by Boostman1 Nov 21, 2005 8:59PM PST

Hey all, Just writing to tell you that I got my 1st accessory for my laptop, a WEBCAM!, and it works very well!, more little toys will follow for Digit later, Digit has been a good little laptop for me this week, it definately deserves another reward for being good..HEEHEE! Happy

Sincerely,
Jose

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