Sager / Clevo Waiting Mode for Ivy Bridge

[MadJax]

Just rambling in making my first post (long post: just posting some thoughts)!

I'm pretty much set to stick to a Sager/Clevo variation when I decide to pull the trigger.

In many ways, I think I want the 15" screen size but at the same time, I want at least two permanent mount hard-drives to accommodate a primary SSD and secondary storage/data drive. This will most likely steer me to what may become equivalent to the P170HM or X7200 chassis (or whichever equivalent model nomenclature may be defined if updated by the time I make a decision).

The one thing I find myself determined to wait on is pending release (in Q1 or Q2 of 2012) of the new Ivy Bridge revisions. I understand that you can chase technology forever in this industry...however, it is always tough for me to realize I am tempted with a decision to make at the "end" of a product cycle after the "new" lineup is already announced. I will admit that I don't actually "prefer" a laptop generally for use. I've built my own desktops for years now and have always considered a laptop as a "backup" or literally only for portability when absolutely necessitated.

As example, I have only owned one laptop personally in my life (with exception of laptops provided through work which I do not consider "mine" to do with or load software as I please). It was a Sager 5680 purchased in 2003. It still works although I rarely use it any longer and it does have some screen issues. One thing I never really cared for with the 5680 was the display "hinge". It never felt "solid" to me...as in it simply felt that the tension was simply due to being "squeezed" and when opening or closing...felt kind of like you were simply prying on something that was stuck together with adhesive (not sure how to describe in words). I am hopeful that the newer models have a bit more of a tight but properly machined feel while maintaining the tension to retain the screen where it is placed.

Anyway, figured I better get a post count started. I appreciate all the good info I regularly see on the forum (I have lurked for a significant time). Thanks for everyone contributing, and if possible I will do the same if I have the opportunity.

[GTRagnarok]

I'm also waiting. Wanted to buy one this summer, but they're still lacking a few features that put me on the fence: switchable graphics with higher end GPUs, backlit keyboard, and an HDMI input. Alienware has all three, but they're expensive and...gaudy. If the new Clevo models incorporate the first two, I'd probably buy it. If it also has a video input, then there's no question.

[mrblings]

I'm also waiting. Wanted to buy one this summer, but they're still lacking a few features that put me on the fence: switchable graphics with higher end GPUs, backlit keyboard, and an HDMI input. Alienware has all three, but they're expensive and...gaudy. If the new Clevo models incorporate the first two, I'd probably buy it. If it also has a video input, then there's no question.

are they in process of adding those in the future? or are these never going to be added in clevo models...

because im thinking of buying the Clevo P151HM1

[J.P.@XoticPC]

The backlit keyboard for sure, but no info on Optimus or HDMI input though.

[mrblings]

The backlit keyboard for sure, but no info on Optimus or HDMI input though.

when is the backlit keyboard going to come out? maybe next year?

[mythlogic]

when is the backlit keyboard going to come out? maybe next year?

They will be out with the Ivy Bridge models in Late Q1/Early Q2 next year.

The optimus and the HDMI input remains to be seen.

[mrblings]

They will be out with the Ivy Bridge models in Late Q1/Early Q2 next year.

The optimus and the HDMI input remains to be seen.

im trying to get the clevo p151hm1... and i dont know if i should wait for the ivy bridge just to get the keyboard lit... is it worth it to get that? i also dont know if the price is going increase that time...or decrease...

is it a better performance? like how much better?

im planning to get it during christmas...

[mythlogic]

im trying to get the clevo p151hm1... and i dont know if i should wait for the ivy bridge just to get the keyboard lit... is it worth it to get that? i also dont know if the price is going increase that time...or decrease...

is it a better performance? like how much better?

im planning to get it during christmas...

The keyboard is your preference, if you want to wait or not
Performance? Will it be better than sandybridge? Sure, don't know how much better yet. Same with the pricing, we imagine it will be around the same pricing but don't know yet.

[mrblings]

The keyboard is your preference, if you want to wait or not
Performance? Will it be better than sandybridge? Sure, don't know how much better yet. Same with the pricing, we imagine it will be around the same pricing but don't know yet.

oh ok thank you very much for the information!

[J.P.@XoticPC]

Some really interesting stuff is starting to be released from Intel about their Tri-gate technology featured in Ivy Bridge processors.

Here's the link if you're curious: AnandTech - Intel Announces first 22nm 3D Tri-Gate Transistors, Shipping in 2H 2011