It's key attributes are:
* the keyboard - traditional bevelled scissor switch keys
* the size the size and weight (under 2kg, ~12")
* 16:10 ratio screen (1280x800 or larger)
* not paying Microsoft for Windows 10.
I was on the verge of getting a Libreboot X200 - a rebranded Thinkpad, with Trisquel pre-installed and an open BIOS, but was uncertain about the seller and recent events have put the nail in that coffin; I don't trust them.
But that leaves me struggling against the proliferation of shit that Apple have caused, with no clue if it's even possible to meet my foremost requirement any more.
Can anyone help prevent this being yet another stacked atop the impossible quest pile? :(
It doesn't need to be super-powerful - it's still way better than what it'll be replacing
(I actually want three, one for me and a couple for family.)
I sent an email to the laptop center asking how soon they can deliver with 8GB RAM and new batteries, but the auto-reply says to "allow up to 48 hours" for a response. Hope it doesn't take that long. :/
Found another site (Pyramid.com) which doesn't have a new battery option, but does have 8GB RAM and 240GB SSD options listed - and claims delivery by Wednesday for £6 if ordered before 4PM tomorrow, but then the basket only has free delivery with 48-72 hours option. Guess I'll fling them an email and see who gets back to me first.
People unfortunate enough to be on Windows 10 will have recently had (or soon will have) their machine out of action for upwards of half an hour, without any advanced warning of how long it'll take.
You think that's perfectly reasonable?