I have purchased this laptop on August 27th for this coming fall for college. delivery tracking said the estimated delivery date would be on September 02, 2010. Received it on schedule and on time.
Cons: Nothing major/serious.
Some minor cons: Glossy screen and frame can collect fingerprints and dust (but that can easily be cleaned from using Windex or an alternate friendly cleaning product). Minor bloatware to deal with (which can be easily uninstalled with out struggle using Ccleaner or a similar program)
Other thoughts: i would personally recommend this laptop to other people that may be going to college, or needing a new or a replacement. Though i do somewhat disagree with the first review on how the keyboard may seem to feel flimsy, and i'm not exactly sure how the user not being able to type well because the key resizing from the built-in numpad affects the product, which both is a personal feeling or judgement.
Product Description:The ASUS K50IJ-X3 notebook is designed to offer exceptional performance and value. Boasting the muscle to provide cinematic audio and visual enjoyment, users can experience immersive entertainment anytime, anywhere in comfort and style. The ASUS K50IJ notebook sports a 15.6 inch High Definition display that provides a high contrast rate and color saturation. Rounding out the entertainment package, Altec Lansing speakers, complemented by SRS Premium Sound technology, provide high definition audio enjoyment. The K50IJ also allows for a comfortable computing experience with the ASUS exclusive IceCool design. Intended to provide users with a comfortable mobile computing experience, IceCool Design boasts cleverly designed and positioned heat vents which keep the palm rests cool, lower than that of the average human body temperature. The K50IJ-X3 also comes with a 1 year global warranty, one month zero bright dot guaranty, free two-way shipping and twenty-four hour tech support seven days a week. In addition, a One Year Accidental Damage Warranty is included, protecting your notebook from drops, fire, spills and surges.
Amazon.com Product Description:The ASUS K50IJ-X3 versatile performance notebook - more notebook for your money The powerful, stylish and durable ASUS K50IJ-X3 delivers true multitasking performance at a bargain price.
With the new ASUS K50IJ-X3, you get the exclusive ASUS Color Shine 15.6-inch LED HD widescreen, a rich media experience, Intel® Pentium™ processor T4500, longer battery life, and an integrated suite of effortless mobile computing technologies. Plus, you are also covered by the most thoughtful notebook warranty package in the industry.
The K50IJ-X3 is quintessentially practical and trendy. It is designed with Infusion styling that sets it apart from conventional notebook design, while a suite of innovative technologies provides effortless mobile computing capabilities from day to day.
ASUS' 360 notebook warranty and Accidental Damage Warranty is icing on the cake.
ASUS K50IJ-X3 notebooks come standard with a 1-Year Global Warranty and more*:
Thirty-days flawless display guarantee Free two-way standard shipping 24-hour tech support seven days a week Plus ASUS Accidental Damage Protection: ASUS notebooks also come with a One Year Accidental Damage Warranty protecting the notebook from drops, fire, spills, and surge.**
Key Features
- Powered by an Intel Pentium Processor T4500 for versatile productivity
- Extra bright 15.6-inch HD Color Shine LED-backlit widescreen (16:9) for immersive cinematic experience
- ASUS Super Hybrid Engine for extended battery life1
- 4GB of DDR2 system memory for smooth computing with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit installed
- 500GB, 5,400rpm hard drive for fast, convenient storage and access to all your documents and multimedia
- Built-in 802.11n wireless connectivity that enables ‘real-time’ video conferencing and Internet browsing
- Integrated 1.3 megapixel webcam for connecting with your friends and family
- Numeric Keyboard for easy number input of numbers
- ASUS IceCool Technology provides a cool-to-the-touch palm rest
- ASUS 360: 1 year global warranty and ASUS ADW: 1 year accidental damage warranty*
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Long Lasting HD Entertainment
 | The ASUS K50IJ-X3 notebook is built from the core to deliver long-lasting, immersive entertainment.
Enjoy a brighter standard of HD cinematic viewing with the next-generation, super thin, super light 15.6-inch LED-backlit HD Color-Shine Widescreen LCD with 16:9 aspect ratio.
Your viewing time doubles for movies and games with the power-saving Intel GL40 graphics processor.
Plus, for home theatre quality acoustics, the K50IJ-X3 features premium Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound. |
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Infusion of Beauty and Practicality
 | ASUS Infusion Design
From the LED cover to the palm-rest, the ASUS K50IJ-X3 is draped in ASUS’ new generation Infusion Technology. The smooth lines and sweeping curves set it apart from ordinary notebooks.
The timeless design is not only incredibly stylish yet it also resists surface abrasions and maintains its glossy surface.
ASUS IceCool Technology
Your comfort is enhanced with ASUS IceCool Technology, which makes the keyboard and palm rest area consistently cooler than your average body temperature. This makes for more comfortable computing when you’re working, or playing, for hours on end.
Concave keys on the ergonomic keyboard designed to fit the contours of your fingers boost your productivity. Excellent rebounding elasticity makes typing easier over long durations.
The K50IJ-X3 also has a numeric keypad for easy input when you’re working on spreadsheets or calculations. |
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Extended Battery Life with ASUS Super Hybrid Engine
 | More Processing Power--Longer Battery Life
Enjoy long lasting battery life with the ASUS K50IJ-X3 notebook, equipped with the Super Hybrid Engine and the energy efficient Intel Pentium processor T4500 (2.3GHz) for optimum system performance and power efficiency.
Greater Power Efficiency: ASUS Super Hybrid Engine
Battery life is extended up to 35 percent with the exclusive energy saving ASUS Super Hybrid Engine.
The Super Hybrid Engine manages power while you’re working, accurately detecting your power requirements and making the necessary power adjustments. |
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Connectivity, Communication, and Storage On The Move
 | Connect to your friends and family wherever you may be with an integrated 1.3 megapixel webcam and built-in 802.11n wireless internet connectivity that enable ‘real-time’ video conferencing and Internet browsing.
With the fast and convenient 500GB at 5,400rpm hard disk drive storage, you can quickly store and access your documents, music, videos, and photos on the K50IJ-X3 with ease.
The multimedia friendly K50IJ-X3 is your ideal tool to enrich your digital life.
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ASUS Exclusive Windows 7 Features
 | Experience FastBoot, the unique performance boost for Windows 7 made possible by ASUS’s close partnership with Microsoft.
With FastBoot technology, Windows 7-enabled ASUS notebooks start up in a staggering 30 seconds. That is 40% faster than 32-bit operating systems.
ASUS helps get you up and running faster than ever before.
System performance is subject to system configuration. This data is based on a comparison between a FastBoot-optimized ASUS notebook running 64-bit Windows 7 and an identically-specc'ed notebook without FastBoot running 32-bit Windows Vista. For more details regarding the test results, please visit the information site. |
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ASUS 360* -- 1 Year Global Warranty
 | ASUS complimentary notebook care package.
ASUS 360 offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:
One year global warranty
Thirty days flawless display guarantee
Two way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support |
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ASUS ADW* -- 1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**
 | Accidents happen. But when they happen to your ASUS notebook purchased in the US or Canada, you have extra protection. Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.**
Warranty covering accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
One-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
24 hour toll-free phone support
One incident covered per notebook |
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For PC’s running Windows 7 Home Premium
 | Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It’s the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you’ll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process. (learn more link to WAU page)
Don’t forget… Microsoft Office is not part of Microsoft Windows In order to get the most out of your new PC, don’t forget to purchase a Microsoft Office suite.
Learn more about Microsoft Office 2007
Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center.* Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
* Internet access required. Free TV content varies by geography. Some content may require additional fees. |
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Warranty
ASUS 360* (1 Years Global Warranty) + ASUS ADW* (1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**) + Flawless Display Guarantee
ASUS K50IJ-X3 comes with ASUS 360 (1 years global warranty), ADW (1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty*) and Flawless Display Guarantee. If the purchaser discovers one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel without cost to the purchaser.
What's in the Box
ASUS K50IJ-X3 AC Adapter 6 cell Battery Pack Warranty Information Cards Specifications
Operating System: Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Display: 15.6-inch 16:9 Wide Format 1366x768 HD LED backlit Display Intel Platform: Intel Pentium Processor T4500 (2.3GHz) Graphics: Intel GMA X4500M Wireless: 802.11 B/G/N Wireless LAN LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Memory: 4GB DDR2-800 Storage: 500GB HDD (5400rpm drive) Optical Drive: DVD Super Multi Double Layer Camera: 1.3M Pixels with Auto-Focus Audio: Built-in Azalia compliant audio chip, with 3D effect & full duplex Speakers: Altec Lansing co-brand speakers featuring SRS Premium Sound Microphone Built-in microphone Card Reader: 3 in 1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS) Input/Output: 1 x Microphone-in jack, 1 x Headphone-out jack (S/PDIF) 4 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x RJ45 LAN jack for LAN Video Output: 1 x VGA port/Mini D-sub 15-pin Keyboard: 19mm full size 88 Key with MS Windows function keys Battery Pack: 6 cells (2900mAh) Power Supply: Output: 16 V DC, 4.7 A, 90W / Input: 100~240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal Dimensions: 14.57 (W) x 10.08 (L) x 1.22~1.40 (H) inches Weight: 5.73 lbs (with 6 cell battery pack) 1Subject to system configuration and user scenario
*For notebooks purchased on or after Sept. 10, 2007. The ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty covers “ASUS” brand notebooks only, and does NOT extend to: “Built on ASUS,” “ASMobile,” “Powered by ASUS,” the Eee PC, or some other models. These retailers are currently among the companies that do NOT participate in the ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty: Best Buy, MicroCenter, and The Source by CircuitCity in Canada. Limited of one claim per notebook for Accidental Damage Warranty. ASUS reserves the right to discontinue this program and to modify the terms and conditions thereof at any time. ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty Program starts from the date of your ASUS notebook purchase, when all the requirements are met.
**One incident covered per notebook
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