Today is the last day before the kids go back to school. Yesterday the kids asked what we were going to do today to celebrate the last day. We already had a morning of bowling planned so that kicked off the day. it was followed by some last minute school shopping. Have I mentioned how I hate shopping the day before an event? For example I don’t want to shop on Christmas Eve, the day before Halloween, and the day before school. The stores were packed! The boys were also hoping to get their hair cut but when I walked in a guy that had been waiting awhile was told there were 9 people a head of him. We promptly walked out.
That is why I would much prefer to do my shopping online if I can. I have some key stores I go to when shopping online and one of them is Walmart. My oldest son turned 17 this year and we decided it was time for him to have his own laptop. Ok, I decided I needed him to have his own laptop so he wouldn’t tie up mine. With college looming in the near future, I hope, I wanted something that was affordable yet practical for him. This means he didn’t need the top of the line trillion GB and faster than the speed of sound laptop. He just needs something that he can write essays on, surf the net for research, and in his free time listen to a little music and play a few games.
Toshiba C55t A5123
This is very affordable at only $349 online at Walmart.com.
Key Features of the Toshiba C55t A5123
- Intel Celeron N2820 processor 2.39GHz, 1MB Cache
- 4GB DDR3 SDRAM system memory (expandable to 8GB) Gives you the power to handle most power-hungry applications and tons of multimedia work
- 500GB SATA hard drive Store 333,000 photos, 142,000 songs or 263 hours of HD video and more
- SuperMulti DVD drive Watch movies and read and write CDs and DVDs in multiple formats
- 10/100 Fast Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN Connect to a broadband modem with wired Ethernet or wirelessly connect to a WiFi signal or hotspot with the 802.11b/g/n connection built into your black Toshiba Touch Laptop
- Intel HD Graphics With HDMI capabilities
The laptop is very sturdy, a little bulkier than we are use to but definitely sturdy. My son is use to Windows 8.1 since it is on a desktop we own so he was very familiar with the set up. After we got all logged in my son spent some time customizing it. He loved the fact that he didn’t have to share the laptop with his brother’s and sisters. The computer is quick and easy to navigate and will be great when he starts bringing home assignments from school.
Our next step was seeing about getting some software for his computer. He is taking a third year of Comp Tech which requires a photo editing software and we also need to make sure he has Microsoft Word so he can write his essays. Once that was done he told me while he didn’t mind using the built in mouse he really wanted a wireless mouse as it is more comfortable when working. Not a problem I was able to pick that up at Walmart too.
If you are looking for a good deal on laptops for your son or daughter this back to school season I encourage you to check out the great deals at Walmart.
$500 Walmart Gift Card Giveaway
Microsoft Connected Campus $500 Gift Card Sweepstakes
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Theresa @ Faith and Family Reviews says
We’ve been needing a new family computer and a laptop (both have crashed, we just have mine and I need it for work) I’ll have to think about this one too.
ellen beck says
WalMart is great to shop online! I have done it several times and it makes it a whole lot less nuts to say the least. They havve had soome great deals on tech lately.
Jenn says
That is a fantastic prize, I’m sure my teenager would love it.
Ty says
My daughter would absolutely love this. She loves technology!
HilLesha says
That is such a great price for a laptop!
Jo-Ann Brightman says
I did;n’t realize that Walmart had such good deals on laptops. I too hate to shop the day before any holiday or event.
Rhiannon Rowland says
Our school gives out laptops to all the students for the year which is so nice for us. But I do like buying electronics at Walmart, not only for their excellent prices but also their great replacement plans!
Helga says
I just bought a new laptop at Walmart too. This one looks really spiffy!
Crystal Green says
We buy computers every two years it seems. Our boys both have their own laptops that we’ve gotten from Walmart (since they are in online school they kind of needed it.) Del and I’s laptops though have come from Best Buy. I’m honestly considering going to a Mac computer with my next laptop purchase?
This looks like a great computer to get him rolling. He can always upgrade on his own if he desires. I hope that college is in his future too.
Julie Wood says
I think the Toshiba laptop is a very good deal and Walmart has great deals on laptops for school.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
Walmart really does have some great deals. We bought my stepson a tablet last year through Walmart on line for under $100.
Cami says
That’s a great price for such a fast laptop!
DailyWoman (Lacey) says
My son wants a laptop so bad and in truth he needs one for school, this sounds like a great one. I love reading about computers before I buy them.
Cynthia R says
I’m still trying to get used to windows 8, I know you can remove some of the necessary tiles, I just hate how everything runs in the background, I feel like that slows and wears down on the computer more.
Tammy S says
I think this is a great setup for anyone, not just a student. I know my kids would love it. I do have to agree about the wireless mouse. Much easier to use.
Sarah L says
I agree with you son that a wireless mouse makes using a laptop much easier. Thanks mom!
Crystal says
As the kids age, it becomes more and more important that they have access to the technology they need to be successful. The laptop is priced very reasonably, as I would expect from Walmart. I am not in the market right now, but I’ll be shopping at Walmart when I am.
David Fultner says
I need a wireless mouse
Liz Mays says
I think it’s smart that he has his own laptop, especially with college around the corner. This looks like a really nice option and Walmart prices are awesome.
Rebecca Parsons says
You can’t beat their prices especially for kids and college students. It is already expensive but ours have to have laptops on top of everything else they need for school. We got ours at Walmart also.
Lisa Davis says
Great price with all those features.
Lisa Schweizer says
I love Walmart for their low prices! Great features that are great for kids, this would be awesome to have for my son in high school 🙂
Penny F. says
Walmart is the best place to get school supplies! That laptop looks great.
Lori Bahn says
I always shop at Walmart and with the new app they have I love it even more
Sarah L says
I’d like to go on record saying this giveaway widget has problems. It will not show up on Chrome. I get 400 Bad request Your browser sent an invalid request..
Debbie Moon says
Great features and at a great price, thanks for sharing your review.