This post is just a way for me to keep track of the tech stuff I want to buy in the next few months. Why? Because I like making lists. Duh.
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1. Purchased! Video Card -- I love my desktop computer. It's certainly not the best PC in the world, but it was inexpensive and it's been flawless for over two years. The only bummer is its graphics card. So my next purchase will be to upgrade that. I'm guessing it'll be between $150 and $200, including a new power supply since mine currently sucks (300w, need 400 for better video cards).
Edit - May 17th, 2010: Ordered this tonight. Didn't even need a new power supply! Go figure. Only spent around $157.
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2. Purchased! 23" Monitor -- My current monitor is starting to crap out on me. It's also not nearly as big as I'd like. I think I'll upgrade to the monitor I use at work, because I'm in love with it. I presume I'll be spending around $150.
Edit - May 17th, 2010: I ended up ordering a 25" off Newegg. Well, technically Rob ordered it -- for my birthday present this year. It was around $230, which was more than I would've spent. He spoils me. :)
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2. Acquired! Printer -- I've been using the HP freebie printer that came with my desktop, and it's terrible. Time to upgrade to something legit. Probably around $200.
Edit - Earlier This Month: Rob snagged a free printer from a friend and gave it to me, since mine was crapping out. It's not the greatest, but it's filling the void until I one day get a really nice one.
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4. PURCHASED! Tokina 12-24mm f/4 -- My addiction to buying camera lenses is in full-force. This is probably the cheapest wide-angle that can produce the results I want. New it's around $400, but I could probably get a used one for about $350.
Edit - March 7th, 2010: During my daily perusal of Craigslist, I came across a listing for a Nikon lens. On further inspection, I found it was the exact lens I wanted. I e-mailed the seller and made a deal. I just got back from Wayne, where we made the transaction. The drive was a bit far, but he took $15 off the price to make up for my commute. I managed to get the lens for $310, and it's pretty much flawless. I saved about $100 bucks. There are some rarities that sell on ebay for $350, but the majority of them sell for close to $400, plus shipping. So... win! I can't wait to take some awesome outdoor shots with it. The test shots I did in my kitchen make it look huge.
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5. Laptop PC -- Like I said, I love my desktop, but I need more mobility now that my old laptop has been hijacked by my sister. I want to be able to work and travel simultaneously, so a laptop is essential. I'm currently leaning towards a Dell XPS 16, but we'll see. I'll be putting a considerable chunk of money towards a powerful machine, probably in the neighborhood of $1,300. And no, I don't want a Mac. To each their own :)
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As far as tech stuff goes, I'm probably going to pick up the iPad when it comes out—professional research, you know? Also, I want a good dSLR that shoots video well in low-light.
Interesting article! Thanks!
I'm not really a fan of Apple products. Too expensive for my taste, and I'd probably just get an iPhone or iPod touch rather than the iPad.
My Nikon D90 shoots pretty nice HD video in low-light, but I'm still learning how to use it.
I'm excited to replace your video card and power supply for you, I think you're going to be really excited about how much faster your machine will do all your graphic design-type activities.
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