I am a novice when it comes to technology. Is this the machine for me?
935586
Sorry I missunderstood the question :) This machine is great if you start now but you need a lot of time to explore all of it's capabilities
935587
Yes, but the machine is a bit bigger than I expected, so it is not so portable.
935588
Hi Carrie. Your question is so broad that it would be hard to give you a properly fitting answer. Nevertheless I can tell you that I was in the market for a convertible laptop that switched from tablet to laptop easily and reliably. There are several on the market. They are quite lightweight and highly portable and most have full size keyboards. The only problem is that because they are so thin, they are not generous on ports. The computer you refer to has no ethernet port so you cannot run a cable line for Internet access to the computer. Nor does it have a CD rom disk drive so you cannot do any installs via disk. You are 100% reliant on wireless for Internet access, including software installs and updates. This is very, very important. That said, the built in wireless adapter installed by Sony is very, very weak. By this I mean data transmits very slowly, at 52 Mbps compared to 600 Mbps on other brands offering convertibles at this price. Also, the signal is very weak. You can read other reviews where people report they must be within 5 or so feet from their router to get a connection. They cannot get reception upstairs or in another room, for example. Why Sony would make such a great looking machine with all the bells and whistles but deprive the consumer of reliable Internet access is beyond me! Somebody at Sony made a major boo boo and the computer is essentially worthless. In my case, the wireless adapter completely died twice! I returned this machine twice and opted for a Dell XPS 12 instead. Hope this helps.
1683382
Not sure. I'm not really tech savy so I'm sure I'm not using it to its capabilities.
1195831
I haven't a clue. I'm new at this, and think the machine is rather complicated.
361523
I found it to be safe but I've got some kind of experience in dealin gwith such type of tools. But , f.e. my wife doesn't have such experience and I wouldn't give her this machine to operate. One point more-the very basic tech knowledge is in need to assemble it
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Short answer, yes. I am pretty technically inclined, yet I had a little confusion while setting this up. Once i got it going, its is amazing, i don't know how i lived without it. If you follow directions well, and are willing to search forums or email support if you run into trouble, i would say go for it. Go with Western Digital Red series hard drives, they are built for servers and are very reliable.
971705
As with any modern laptop, yes. I've been happy with this machine, not state of the art, but perfectly serviceable for email, uncomplicated graphics editing, search, etc....
971644
Thanks a ton. Very helpful. In your opinion, is this worth a DIY adventure or is there not much to be saved in calling someone to setup?
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I would suggest reading the reviews on CNET.com & AMAZON.com for in-depth information from users. Personally I love it! But there is a learning curve to the X500, but that's due to the plethora of features & options for each shot. You can get as close as 2" away, if there's enough light, for great micro-shots. Compare them feature for feature, & whichever matches your photography style best will be your choice. I generally keep mine in auto mode & have it at the ready. It hasn't let me down yet... I am also building a recipe book & the food picts looks mighty tasty! For the features, 16MP & the price I would choose the GE again! I would suggest reading the reviews on CNET.com & AMAZON.com for in-depth information from users. Personally I love it! But there is a learning curve to the X500, but that's due to the plethora of features & options for each shot. You can get as close as 2" away, if there's enough light, for great micro-shots. Compare them feature for feature, & whichever matches your photography style best will be your choice. I generally keep mine in auto mode & have it at the ready. It hasn't let me down yet... I am also building a recipe book & the food picts looks mighty tasty! For the features,... » Read More I would suggest reading the reviews on CNET.com & AMAZON.com for in-depth information from users. Personally I love it! But there is a learning curve to the X500, but that's due to the plethora of features & options for each shot. You can get as close as 2" away, if there's enough light, for great micro-shots. Compare them feature for feature, & whichever matches your photography style best will be your choice. I generally keep mine in auto mode & have it at the ready. It hasn't let me down yet... I am also building a recipe book & the food picts looks mighty tasty! For the features, 16MP & the price I would choose the GE again! « Show Less
525326
Yes, it is a great machine. Only issue is set up...it's a little challenging. Hope that helps.
1443377
It is certainly light but getting it configured takes some space and some effort. You might buy it, try it out at home, and then see if you consider it portable. I probably would not.
907320
yes. the unit is excellent performer and i recommend to others. It is trouble free system. Being a retiree, the Assembly took little extra time otherwise it is as good machine. good luck.
2226914
This is a good basic machine. Depends what kind of work you are doing. Question is to vague to answer properly.
2080150
This is a beginners model. Only 2 gb memory. After adding 8 gb memory & wireless keypad & mouse ($150) computer is fast and I like it fine.
1331775
I would say yes. If he/she is tech savvy, it might seem a bit primitive, but it would definitely get the job done.
806933
Absolutely, This is a great machine, follow the instructions for painting and make sure you always clean it well in between projects. Once you get used to it you'll be painting a lot of projects with ease. Good luck "happy Painting"
1789763
Yes, it is a good machine especially for a total beginner. Why? Because 1. It's not one of those toys going for $25.00 that breaks as soon as you plug it in, causes frustration and you end up quitting; and 2. Janome is one of the top 3 BEST sewing machine makers in the world. They stand behind their products and they do not disappoint. Very few Janomes end up in the repair shop. You want to start out with something simple so you can avoid confusion and learn the basics like I did. This machine is simple. If you have a good teacher (yeah, Youtube can be very helpful), follow the instruction manual, take your time and start with small simple projects you will do fine on this machine. This is why so many schools buy this very model for their sewing students in home ec class. This machine is white just like in the photo. It comes with a 5 pack of spare universal needles size 12 and maybe 6 spare bobbins. You should buy needles since you should change needles every project or every 4 hours of sewing time which ever comes first. Janome Brand, Organ or Schmetz flat shank are good. If you need more bobbins I would find a certified Janome dealer to buy from. Not all bobbins fit all machines. Do not use anything SINGER with this machine. And finally, make sure you buy from an authorized Janome dealer or the warranty will be void. Contact Janome for a list of dealers in your area. They have a website and FB page.
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I would assume that it is. It suits my needs perfectly, but I'm not a gamer. The added processor & memory sure can't hurt.