Roving blogger trying to buy the right laptop rather than the usual cheap high store

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Okay, this is what I think I need.

I have a habit of buying lower powered laptops for my work because they are cheaper and I end up paying for it in the long run. I've suddenly had an exchange rate-based pay rise (thank you US economy) and have decided I am going to get what I need rather than what I can afford. But I need help.

I am PC biased over Macs. Sorry but it's true. It's a curse, I know.

I am a blogger, I write the site BleedingCool.com, and am often on the run. I don't need light per se, but I need rugged and durable I'm also writing 10,000+ words a day. Metal cases and durable keys have done me well in the past.

I am also having to edit photos and a video. More than 2 USB ports, and 3.0 are pretty necessary.

I think I'd like a actual decent processor. I'm on i3 8gb and... I would like things to move a lot quicker. Half a Tb should do me for storage. But maybe it's time to think solid state.

Haven't used a DVD/CD/Blu Ray drive for years. Would like decent battery life.

I also am aware I may be talking bollocks here. But I am looking for advice, recommendations and, frankly, to be told what to do.

You will have my thanks. And plugs on BC if you want...
 
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Oussebon said:
What kind of budget are you thinking?

There are some Lafite models in the review section with a few different specs if you want some food for thought also :)
http://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/reviews/
The reviews will also help you consider if that kind of chassis appeals.

I think the Hexus one is a good place to start: http://hexus.net/tech/reviews/laptop/87641-pc-specialist-lafite-ii/
Click to expand...

If it gives me what I need I'd go up to £1000 though, as I have confessed, my natural instincts would be less.
 
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