This fantastic giveaway is the last of my Back-to-School giveaways, but be sure to check out all of the current giveaways for other great prizes that are still available!
I think Moms and kids alike (or anyone else for that matter) will love this Acer Aspire Timeline Laptop. It’s part of a new category of laptops called “thin and light,” and this particular model boasts 8+ hours of battery life. I can attest to the battery life personally, as I left the house with mine on at 8:45 this morning and it’s still going strong at 3:45 in the afternoon.
After using this laptop for a week, I’m very impressed with it. Priced as low as $769.99, it rivals my far more expensive Sony Vaio in speed and definitely is far more convenient to tote around.
I just want to take a moment to share some of my favorite features from a mom’s perspective:
- The first thing I noticed is that the power cord is formed at a right angle. I was ecstatic about this because we have an older Toshiba laptop that the kids use. Its cord just comes straight out of the back, and we’ve had to replace it 7+ times because the wires break at the base of the plug and the computer won’t charge. So yay for user-friendly power cords!
- Keys that are easy to replace are big in my book. Yes, I purposefully popped one off just to see how easy it was to replace, and I’m happy to report that it snapped back on super easy, unlike my old Dell laptop that used to have me in tears trying to replace a key. Plus, the former transcriptionist in me loves the feel of the keys when typing. They are very smooth and give just enough resistance.
- The long battery life is another feature I love. I mean, who wouldn’t? I can follow my kids around the house with my laptop, take it in the car, and look up a recipe while I’m cooking dinner all in one charge.
- I can multitask with ease thanks to the Intel Core 2 Duo processor. I’m not quite techie enough to explain just how this wonderful piece of technology works, but I know that it allows me to run multiple programs at the same time without bogging down the system as a whole. This means that I can run Firefox, Tweetdeck, Paint Shop, Skype, and more without lags while working. What mom couldn’t use a little boost while multitasking? Do note that running several processing intensive programs in tandem can decrease the length of time before you need to recharge the battery.
- This particular model has a HUGE hard drive. At 500GB, I won’t be running out of space any time soon, even with a large iTunes collection and several hundred digital photos stored on it currently. I’m not an expert, but I’ve noticed software getting larger over the years, so a large hard drive will be important for longevity.
A few things on it that I’m not crazy about:
- No CD drive – this makes it a little difficult to install some software, but I understand the need to forgo one to keep the thin and light feel. And of course, USB CD drives are fairly inexpensive if that’s a necessity for you.
- Touch-sensitive buttons – I wish they would have put a sticker on the computer to point out the row of touch-sensitive buttons above the keyboard. My curious toddler swiped his hand across them turning off the WiFi, and I spent a good 30 minutes trying to figure out how to turn it back on. Cool technology, but dangerous with kids around.
- Mouse button is stiff – the mouse button is a little awkwardly placed and is slightly stiff. Maybe this is something that I just need a little time to get used too, but it’s definitely not my optimal setup.
- Glossy screen – I’ve found that most systems come with glossy screens, but the anti-glare screen that my old Dell had was one of the only features that I loved. It makes working outside so much easier, and I enjoy taking the kids outside and letting them play while answering a few emails.
Overall none of the things that I was less than pleased with would be deal breakers when looking for a computer in this category. It may not be ideal as a complete desktop replacement laptop, but it’s perfect for a mom, dad, student, etc. who needs access to the Internet, email, word processing software and the like on the go and at home.
One very lucky Deal Seeking Mom reader will win an Acer Aspire Timeline AS3810T-6775 Laptop:
- 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400 Processor
- 4096MB Dual-Channel DDR3 1066MHz Memory
- 80 GB Solid State Drive
- Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit (SP1)
- Over 8 Hours of Battery Life (6-Cell 5600 mAh)
- 13.3-inch HD CineCrystal LED-backlit Display
To enter, leave a comment and tell me what features you look for in a laptop. Is portability and weight most important, or are you looking for something with high performance to replace your home desktop?
Every reader has four methods available to enter this contest. Choose one each of any combination of method one, two, three, or four for up to a total of 4 entries!!!
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Prize:
(1) Acer Aspire Timeline AS3810T-6775 (ARV $899), as described above
This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, 9/2. I’ll use Random.org to select the winning comment. Winner will be notified by email on and listed on my Giveaway Winners page. Good luck!
While you’re in a contest entering mood, don’t forget to check out the Giveaway Gathering for a variety of contests being hosted on Deal Seeking Mom readers’ blogs!
Note: As the sponsor of this giveaway, Intel provided me with a laptop to review the latest features as well as a second laptop to give away to a Deal Seeking Mom reader.
Tracey M
I would love to win this computer. I own a Dell right now but am looking for something a little more portable and easier to use. I need a big hard drive to hold all of my info and I think that this cool computer could do the job.
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Karen
My daughter is asking for a laptop and is at that point in school where it is almost a “necessity”. We talked about the minis but she wants a full size keyboard or at least something that isn’t like typing a text on your iphone but still portable enough. I am looking at the prices and thinking “holy crap can I afford that??”.
Brandette
I have been though many laptops in my short 5 years of having them. I always had desktops before, now I have both and LOVE it. I always look for “eye appeal” first, I have to like the way it looks. Then I look at the insides, needs a big hard drive, fast processor, and smooth operating keys that respond at your touch. I am currently on my mom’s old laptop, it is horrible. Its a Toshiba and the keyboard is horrendous.
momznite
Value is key for me!
Amy Freking
I think the screen size matters the most, followed by battery life.
Jessica Suggs
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Amber
Wow! What a great giveaway!! Thanks for the opportunity!
Linda
I think being light weight is what I would like the most. My son’s laptop he lugs around at college is over 7 lbs. That’s not for me!!
Jess
BATTERY LIFE!!
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Katherine P.
I am always most concerned about battery life when shopping for a laptop. Thanks!
Pam
Portability and light weight is nice. I must have email capability!
Thanks!
kim h
We look for a good price, memory, then weight & ease of transporting.
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tina
Price always plays an important role! But Long Battery life and anti glare screen are two things I definitely look for
jay
Price and memory. Right now my husband is into pics. so needs enough memory. Thanks for the opportunity!
Amber
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Gena
The most important thing for me is that it meets the minimum standards for the usage it will have. For example, some classes require so much RAM, memory, etc. Luckily, this on does!
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courtney s
ok the features that are most important to ME are a good screen, and good virus protection.
Julie Schroeder
I’ve never shopped for a laptop, but I would assume the best value is what I’d go for.
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Aurelia
Screen size is most important to me!
Donald Bishop
Since I need a laptop for my daughter, I am looking to get a name I trust. For a laptop, that would be either Acer or Dell.
Anne D
I want something that’s light weight and portable. I also don’t need a lot of features as I use the internet mostly.
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