Whatever you need a laptop for writing a term paper, teaching a language online, or just surfing the web - you should consider your needs and budget when buying one. Fortunately, it's not as difficult as you probably thought. Even if you're not tech-savvy, as most of the population is, you can make a good choice if you consider a few essentials. Also check out a smartphone shop at this link for more info.

Here are the most important things to look into as you shop around:

Screen Size

A smaller screen obviously makes for better portability. Laptop screens often range from 11 to 17 inches, and the entire system is made to fit the display. Thus, smaller laptops are more lightweight and compact than their larger counterparts.

If you don't move the laptop a lot, you should be fine with a 15-inch model. Otherwise, you'll get just the right mix of portability and space with a 13- or 14-inch screen.

For children under twelve, an 11.6- or 12.5-inch display will be easier to handle. If the laptop will probably stay on your desk, a 17-inch screen would be perfect. For more details, you may also check out a cameras shop at this link.

Resolution

If your budget permits, get a laptop with a minimum screen resolution of 1920 x 1080, usually referred to as 1080 or full HD resolution. A higher resolution means reading web pages will be a lot easier.

Battery Life

If you're going to use the laptop away from an outlet for a significant amount of time, aim for an 8-hour battery life. Gaming laptops are, of course, an exception.

Operating System

Chromebooks are right for children, but for everyone else, a Windows or a macOS will work the best. Chromebooks are a favorite in schools because children find them easy to use, and they are hard to infect with malware.

If you can't seem to decide whether to go with Windows or macOS, focus on their individual advantages. For example, Windows is average-priced and comes with so many options, like laptops with touchscreens. On the other hand, macOS is popular for tougher security and first-rate video and photo editing sofware.

2-in-1

If a touchscreen is important o you, get a 2-in-1. These days, you will find many 2-in-1 laptops, which let you switch from tablet mode to clamshell mode and back, depending on your need or preference. Again, if touchscreen is necessary, go for a 2-in-1. Otherwise, a typical clamshell-type will offer better value for your cash. Clamshells with touchscreens are pricier and don't has as much battery life as non-touch models.

Key Specs

Finally, for a Ksh. 52,000 laptop, the minimum you should get are an Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM, 500 GB HDD storage, and a 1080p screen. If your budget is above Ksh. 100,000, you can go for a Core i7 processor and a minimum of 16 GB of RAM.

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