Last time I bought a laptop was 8 years ago and lost the plot with all the choice available today.
I use the computer for browsing on the internet and download videos (yep, that kind) that I move on external hard drive. I never use Windows Office. No gaming.
I would like a bright fhd screen and a machine that can keep easily multiple Chrome tabs open without stalling.
Ideally less that $1000.
Thanks for all help.
I reckon your best bet is the Lenovo E490. They're usually on sale for a bit less than $1000, e.g. see ozbargain.com.au/node/477626
You have to be patient, I wouldn't pay more than $950 for this. I believe the RAM is upgradeable, so get yourself an additional 8GB stick and this will be super powerful for the price and it'll have a decent build as well. Not as good as the T or X series Thinkpads, but far better than the consumer grade stuff.
Have you considered watching those movies on a Nintendo new 3ds?
I was supposed to find some site stream in 3D whilst I was in the rest room.
Can someone recommend a decent 15.6'/17' laptop with a glossy bright screen (300 nits or more). I need it mainly for multimedia and browsing. Absolutely no gaming. Quick responses appreciated!!
Do you also touch the screen when you watch "that kind" of videos. In that case, my suggestion is, never buy a touch screen.
Its pretty annoying for the screen to freeze every time you accidentally touch it.
For your computing needs any FHD with atleast 8 GB Ram/16 GB preferable and SSD (Minimum 120 GB/ 256 GB preferred).
If you keep a watch out on OZB, you can frequently find a Ryzen 5 or i5/7 processor laptops for less than $ 800.
Dell's, Asus and Lenovo's are standard quality, Acer and HP may be slightly lower.