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Customer Reviews for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
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Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Model: I15-156B
SKU: 9149557
UPC: 884116012085
Enjoy wireless connectivity with this laptop's standard Wi-Fi Catcher for easy access to the Internet from your local network or area hotspot. The built-in digital media reader makes it easy to transfer digital photos from your camera to the PC.Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1 preloaded Which Windows Vista edition is right for you? Compare. Free Windows 7 upgrade.Learn more.
Average Customer Rating:
4.4
out of 5
(85 Reviews) 85
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88% of customers would recommend this product to a friend
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Customer Reviews for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Review 1 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Great Laptop for the price!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: cantankerous1
from Annapolis, MD
on 07/27/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
4.0
I bought this about a month ago and use it daily. I love this laptop for many reasons. The price was most important to me, so it gets two big thumbs up for that. I searched the internet and several stores, for weeks before buying this laptop. I am still very happy with my decision! It does everything I need it to do! Very happy customer!
What's great about it: The price!
What's not so great: Not much, other than the short battery life.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
The first ever laptop with so many prob's
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: Jaleesa
on 07/26/2009
Value for Price
3.0
Display
4.0
Performance
2.0
Convenience
1.0
With my experience, what I want to tell is don't waste your money buying this pc.
What's great about it: nothing great
What's not so great: its get heated up easily and switch off automatically, scratches, very less volume
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 3 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Great laptop for the money.
Customer Rating
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
4.0
Convenience
5.0
Having read numerous reviews prior to purchasing this laptop, I had some hesitations with Vista and possible freezing. I've had no issues with either. I did purchase a new router just as a precaution. I utliize the system primarily for business. The laptop was very easy to set up, as I had it completely up and running out of the box including transferring data from my old PC within minutes . . . and I'm a computer novice! The screen far exceeds the quality of the screen on our current well-known competitors laptop. I would highly recommend this Dell to anyone using it for daily computing/office functions/internet. Our other laptops battery and charger just died, and rather than replacing those (after only 2 years), we've decided to buy another matching system because of the price. Computer novices need not be hesitant to purchase this laptop, if I can set it up on my own, I'm sure you can.
What's great about it: Easy set-up, style, and speed
What's not so great: No real issues
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Great computer
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: islandgurl
from B-more, MD
on 07/24/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
4.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
My hubby and I bought this computer, and a case, etc. to take with us on vacation. We felt it was a great deal. Took it with us to Cali; great for travelling. Unfortunately, three days after we returned home, our home was burgularized and the computer was stolen. I'm frustrated that we were violated and now to have to get another computer etc etc......I'm annoyed!
What's great about it: Easty to use
What's not so great: nothing thus far
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
BEST LAPTOP EVER!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: arturothestar61697
from Woodlands, Tx
on 07/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
I looked and looked for a laptop. Read customer reviews and this laptop is perfect. It's fast it has windows vista home premium. Dell is awesome if you need a laptop that is really good then get this one, i just opened it from the box and it started right away!
What's great about it: East to set up, blue, elegant looking, fast
What's not so great: NONE
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Great Dell Laptop!
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Lilica
from Orlando, FL
on 07/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
4.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
Very good product and excellent price! I needed for my teenage step-son, who is been wanting a laptop for sometime now. He loves it! Takes it with him everywhere! It has great capacity; he uses it for school, to search the internet, and play games. Couldn't get a better laptop for such an affordable price.
What's great about it: Lightweight and easy set up
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
great for the price
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BigJ123
from Wisconsin
on 07/19/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
4.0
right when I took it out of the box it was easy to set up and get going just got faster as I went along . Large screen is clear and great to look at , just all around a great laptop .
What's great about it: size of screen, fast, sleek
What's not so great: short battery life,
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Pretty Good Dell Computer So Far
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: tennisguy
from South Carolina
on 07/19/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
4.0
Convenience
5.0
Only had it for a few days, but it seems like a pretty good laptop for the money (paid $349 plus tax since I had $55 in reward certificates). 3MB RAM is great. The speed and response of the laptop seems to be very good. I've had an online video playing while surfing the web and didn't have any problems or slowness. For someone who only surfs the web, does word processing, or lightly plays online games/videos/etc, then this is probably a very good laptop. So far I have not regretted purchasing. Since I am not a heavy gamer, I can't say how it would react to heavy game play.
What's great about it: 3MB RAM, Easy to set up, very good price, nice widescreen display.
What's not so great: Shows fingerprints easily, haven't had it long enough to add anything else.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Nice Computer
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: MBetz
from Indianapolis,IN
on 07/16/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
Great value for the price. A great basic laptop. Serves it's purpose.
What's great about it: Easy setup
What's not so great: Doesn't have much of a control panel
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
GR8 COMPUTER/Unbelievable Price($400 for a Dell!)
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ComputerChallenged1
from Williamsport, PA
on 07/16/2009
I am what one might call 'electronically-challenged', so when I tell you that I took this out of the box, plugged it in and had absolutely no problems-it's saying ALOT!!!
The price was amazing, especially for a DELL. I never thought I'd walk out of Best Buy within my budget ($500) and also being able to afford a carrying case and a hand-held mouse. I have had the computer for 2 days: I have used it, and my 13-year old & 11-year old sons have used it with absolutely no issues.
I am returning back to school, and doing mostly independent study/online classes and needed a laptop that I could travel with-go to the library, Borders, Dunkin Donuts, etc. when I need to get out of the house and study with no kids around. This should do the trick!!!
The price was amazing, especially for a DELL. I never thought I'd walk out of Best Buy within my budget ($500) and also being able to afford a carrying case and a hand-held mouse. I have had the computer for 2 days: I have used it, and my 13-year old & 11-year old sons have used it with absolutely no issues.
I am returning back to school, and doing mostly independent study/online classes and needed a laptop that I could travel with-go to the library, Borders, Dunkin Donuts, etc. when I need to get out of the house and study with no kids around. This should do the trick!!!
What's great about it: Where do I start? PRICE, Dual Core Processor, Lightweight
What's not so great: Windows Vista, Service at Best Buy!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Great Laptop For The Price
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: iluvparamore07
from Evansville, IN
on 07/14/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
4.0
Convenience
3.0
The Dell Inspiron is probably one of the best laptops you can get for about $400. It has a glossy shine to it all over and the top is blue but the inside is black. This laptop has all the basics that a student or someone who doesn't like complicated computers will need. It's very easy to use. Also, it very good for multimedia purposes. I listen to music and watch movies on it all the time and it looks and sounds wonderful. Also, the Dell Inspiron is good for games like World of Warcraft or Jade Dynasty.
The only major problem I have with this laptop is the battery life. When full charged, the computer say it has about 6 hours of life off the charger. However, it never really runs that long and I end up having to put it back on the charger within about 3 or 4 hours.
Overall, this laptop is a great value for the price. It runs well, has great sound and display, and is very easy to use. I'm completely happy with my purchase and recommend it to anyone in need of a simple inexpensive laptop.
What's great about it: Glossy finish, clear display screen, smooth and fast operating system
What's not so great: Very short battery life, freezes occasionally
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 12 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Ad is misleading - NO FREE UPGRADE TO WINDOWS 7
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: psjohnny
from Palm Springs,CA
on 07/14/2009
Value for Price
3.0
Display
5.0
Performance
4.0
Convenience
4.0
I bought this unit because I thought it had a good price and would be able to do the things I need to do. Mostly I am satisfied with it. I do however feel that the ad is misleading because this computer IS NOT eligible for the free upgrade to Windows 7. When you visit the Dell website to register for the upgrade you find out that this MODEL is not included in Dell's list of eligible computers. Very disappointed about that. I only bought this one at this time because I thought I could get Windows 7 when it comes out. If I knew I would have to pay for the upgrade I would have waited or spent a few extra bucks now to get a computer that can be upgraded for free.
What's great about it: Nice size, easy set up, good price
What's not so great: keyboard markings hard to see (poor color), can't get right click to work
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 13 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Great Bargain on a Great Laptop!
Customer Rating
4.0
Value for Price
5.0
Display
4.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
I needed an inexpensive laptop to use at home and when traveling. I was wary of using Vista but the Home Edition after the service pack updates runs fast and smooth. I needed to be able to load a few specific software programs and they work great. Items download quickly and operate without any problems.
I liked it so much my elderly mom has ordered her own! This is Dell quality but with a great price!
What's great about it: Great Price! Operates Fast & Smooth
What's not so great: Does show fingerprints but they also wipe right off & at this price who cares!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
very pleased with this laptor
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Blown86
from balto MD
on 07/13/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
I bought this for my wife for Mothers day, and she loves it. I can't believe the performance for the price. I've found myself on it more and more. I even ask her if I can get on it because it's faster than our desktop. I bought my own laptop this week a studio17 and to tell the truth I like hers better, it fits better in your lap and is not nearly as heavy as the studio. Overall very pleased with this laptop it does have the usuall complaints about the smudges and short battery life but that's why they make cleaning cloths and wall adaptors
What's great about it: great price great product
What's not so great: nothing really I've owned it for 2 months now and no complaints
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 15 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Meets expectations
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Affie
from Austin, TX
on 07/09/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
I have had this computer for almost 24 hours. I purchased it for internet browsing, to play World of Warcraft, and to take to class.
-The computer is attractive. You may not care, but I do! I love the glossy finnish completely incasing the computer, and the deep blue color. Very pretty.
-Minimalists will adore this computer. It has all the parts necessary to a working computer and none of that extra stuff that sounds really cool, but you will never use, and only runs up the cost of computer.
-Difficulty connecting wirelessly. I blame Vista and myself for making my network so hard to get into. No one's going to steal my internet! Not even me :/ I eventually figured it out.
-World of Warcraft works. Yay!
-DVD player is pretty cool. I watch a lot of movies.
-Memory is good. 3Gigs, expandable to 4, which is enough for me. I looked into the cost of upgrade and I think dell.com is charging around $30.
-Everything works well. I'm very happy with this purchase.
-The computer is attractive. You may not care, but I do! I love the glossy finnish completely incasing the computer, and the deep blue color. Very pretty.
-Minimalists will adore this computer. It has all the parts necessary to a working computer and none of that extra stuff that sounds really cool, but you will never use, and only runs up the cost of computer.
-Difficulty connecting wirelessly. I blame Vista and myself for making my network so hard to get into. No one's going to steal my internet! Not even me :/ I eventually figured it out.
-World of Warcraft works. Yay!
-DVD player is pretty cool. I watch a lot of movies.
-Memory is good. 3Gigs, expandable to 4, which is enough for me. I looked into the cost of upgrade and I think dell.com is charging around $30.
-Everything works well. I'm very happy with this purchase.
What's great about it: Low cost, Delivers all that is promised
What's not so great: Vista?! *cry*
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 16 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Excellent for the price
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: bl0d
from Cape Girardeau, Mo
on 07/08/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
4.0
For $400 you can't find a laptop that compares in features and power. Good for everyday use and some light gaming. I do want to warn people that i tried to sign up for the Windows 7 upgrade through Dell's website and it said that i was not eligible for the free upgrade. Contacting Dell as i write since this laptop meets all of their requirements listed on their site. Otherwise this is a great laptop that i purchased not only for myself, but have recommended to my Aunt and a few friends that needed new laptops.
What's great about it: Wonderful screen and processer
What's not so great: It shows smudges easily and no HDMI
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 17 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Not a problem yet!
Customer Rating
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
I got this laptop July the rd, & its a OK laptop, and it comes with a windows 7 upgrade, but i have not got it yet. I wonder when is it coming. SO far I have Vista and I really like it. I would get the laptop if you are a student like myself & all of us students know that budget is key. it kind idiot proof if you ask me.
What's great about it: Fast, Vivid, works well..ALOT OF THINGS ARE GOOD ABOUT THIS LAPTOP
What's not so great: Short battery life for it for be so big. (inches)
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 18 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
great laptop
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: john08846
from Middlesex, New Jersey
on 07/06/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
Dell inspiron 15 is fast and easy to use. Once the geek squad set it up the rest is just a breeze.
What's great about it: Fast and easy to use
What's not so great: short battery life
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 19 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Best for the money!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: tommygun1151
from wloo
on 07/05/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
5.0
I bought this laptop two days ago and I love it. For the price and performance it is exactly what I wanted. Now with all the netbooks out there, laptops are becoming more affordable. The only problem I had trying to connect to the internet wirelessly, was I had to disable the firewall. But I have local protection on my computer through my internet company. Other than that, this computer has everything. And I have not had any problems with Windows Vista. Infact I like it.
What's great about it: Good price, easy to set up
What's not so great: Don't know yet...
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 20 for Dell Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor - Pacific Blue
Great Laptop
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: camachc1
from Miami, FL
on 07/03/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
Convenience
4.0
Bought the laptop a couple days ago. I used to have Xp and find vista very appealing, though is a little hard to understand and get used to in the beginning. the 3gb of Ram really helps out this computer. I also have played WOW on this computer and the graphics and performance are definatly satisfactory. I would recommened this laptop for most people and is a good value at under $400
What's great about it: Nice look, fast computer
What's not so great: A little bigger then some laptops, only 160gb of HD
I would recommend this to a friend!
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