Laptops under $1000

[Azure]

I was also wondering what is the easiest way to connect to a projector with my laptop without having to plug in the physical cable?

[flamesrule_kipper34]

Originally Posted by flamesrule_kipper34

So looking for some advice:

I got my XPS 13 and so far it's great, however I need some help/advice on what to do for my connection outputs.

I have 2 USB and 1 Thunderbolt 3.0 outputs on the laptop.

1. Preferably I'd like to have 2 USB connections for my wireless mouse/keyboard and another that I use interchangeably for other devices.

2. Then I'd like to connect a VGA and HDMI monitor to have a triple monitor set-up (laptop and 2 external monitors).

I purchased this from Monoprice to help with the second point USB 3.0 MultiPort Adapter with DVI, HDMI and GigaBit Ethernet but I must have misread the info because all it does is it allows me to extend my laptop to one monitor which then duplicates onto both external monitors vs. extending for a triple monitor set-up.

Any help on both points above that doesn't break the bank either would be really helpful, thanks!

Perhaps I need something like this? https://www.amazon.ca/Plugable-UD-39...ocking+Station

But again because I'd be taking my laptop to and from work on a daily basis I'd want something that is as mobile (small and light) as possible to be able to do this, suggestions?

[Hack&Lube]

Originally Posted by Azure

I was also wondering what is the easiest way to connect to a projector with my laptop without having to plug in the physical cable?

Why do you want to do this? You'll need a wireless projector or transmitter kit. I've been thinking about buying a Lenovo Yoga Tablet that has a built in projector.

[DoubleF]

I am curiously wondering if this might be an issue due to the graphics chips.

What output is available on this laptop and what graphics chips does it use?

(if you need helping finding out, let me know. it's an easy installation of a single program)

[Hack&Lube]

Doesn't Dell have a docking station for the XPS 13 that could do all of that? All my Dell laptops have done triple monitor and multiple USB, power, etc. and quick disconnect the easiest from a docking station.

[DoubleF]

Originally Posted by Hack&Lube

Doesn't Dell have a docking station for the XPS 13 that could do all of that? All my Dell laptops have done triple monitor and multiple USB, power, etc. and quick disconnect the easiest from a docking station.

http://accessories.dell.com/sna/prod...9&sku=452-BBZI

Something like this?

I have very little experience with docking stations. Sorry.

[Azure]

Originally Posted by Hack&Lube

Why do you want to do this? You'll need a wireless projector or transmitter kit. I've been thinking about buying a Lenovo Yoga Tablet that has a built in projector.

I do a lot of presentation stuff to a projector. Would actually prefer to have my laptop in front of me when I do it, and not 10' away where it needs to be plugged in.

[flamesrule_kipper34]

Originally Posted by Hack&Lube

Doesn't Dell have a docking station for the XPS 13 that could do all of that? All my Dell laptops have done triple monitor and multiple USB, power, etc. and quick disconnect the easiest from a docking station.

Originally Posted by DoubleF

http://accessories.dell.com/sna/prod...9&sku=452-BBZI

Something like this?

I have very little experience with docking stations. Sorry.

Thanks guys, I ended up getting this for now: https://www.amazon.ca/Plugable-UD-39...959250_TE_item

I'm hoping it's a fairly sleek profile, if not I'll look at the Dell docking stations you've sent as well, thanks guys.

[Vulcan]

Originally Posted by Azure

I do a lot of presentation stuff to a projector. Would actually prefer to have my laptop in front of me when I do it, and not 10' away where it needs to be plugged in.

Here's Monoprice's extenders. The top two are wireless. Maybe the $140 one will fit your needs.

http://www.monoprice.com/category?c_...&cs_id=1011012

Here's a new arrival that will extend up to 50 meters.

http://www.monoprice.com/Product?p_id=14418

[Aleks]

Originally Posted by DoubleF

Are you sure it's B&O speakers on the Envy now? Mine are Beats speakers.

Yessir....the beats edition ones are no longer I believe. The keys seem ok to me so far, and I'm coming from those white macbooks with a similar (nearly identical) keyboard. The physical keystroke itself is a bit longer, but other than that it seems like it types quite nice.

[DatSOOKin]

Originally Posted by flamesrule_kipper34

So looking for some advice:

I got my XPS 13 and so far it's great,

Do you still love your XPS 13? I'm looking to get something for work and school that's light to carry around, yet performs at a decent level - I'm leaning towards the XPS 13.