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Breaking: Apple Unveils Official Dates for Highly-Anticipated 2024 Event!
The highly-anticipated Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC24) is set to go virtual from June 10 to June 14, with Apple unveiling its ambitious plans for the event. While developers and students can join in the festivities online, an exclusive in-person event at Apple Park awaits guests on launch...
Computer is excruciatingly slow - adds 15-20 hours/week.
Started as FT analyst at a boutique bank about 6 months ago now, and I have dealt with tech issues constantly that have severely hindered my productivity. The computer I was issued freezes multiple times a day, oftentimes just dragging simple Excel formulas, inserting columns, paste special, and...
Laptops for Investors/Investment Professionals/Bankers? (2023)
I have just joined a new private investment firm based in NYC after spending 5 years in IB/PE. My company has provided me with a Surface Laptop 4 (i7 Processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 3 GHz, etc.) without the side number keypad (tenkey-less). My boss has realized that although the Surface Laptop 4 is...
Additional device question? (Surface or iPad?)
I'm a hardcore Android fan (Replaced my Essential PH-1 with a Pixel 6-Yes, it's Coral, not Not doing the 7) And have been a Windows kid since 3.1. I'm dating an artist who has leaned a little apple, (has an iPhone 11 Pro) but loves my old Surface Pro 6. I've got an ancient beastly desktop/server...
Best Work Laptop?
New firm told me I can choose any laptop to start with, Apple, Windows, Lenovo, Surface Pro, etc. I've always used Lenovos in the past and never had any issues with them. Any thoughts on the Surface Pro or any Macbook as a work laptop in PE? Thought the Surface Pro might be interesting, but not sure...
Laptop Question: Is Thinkpad X1 Carbon worth the price?
Hi all, I am an incoming freshman at a non-target in the midwest. I hope to work in the finance industry after I graduate, most likely in IB. I am looking to buy a windows laptop to use as my main laptop in college. I want it to last all four years and am willing to pay a premium for quality....
Which Laptop is Good and Which Platform you found Most Useful For it
I want to ask your finding related to purchasing the best laptop . I found Techconsumption Useful. What you say?
Best Decent, Reasonable Laptop for Financial Modelling
Hi guys, What is the best laptop out there which is reasonable in price, performs well in terms of financial modelling , powerpoints (also a bit of coding, but not too heavy on coding)? General tasks (non-gaming). I'm assuming ram must be minimum 8gb or even 16gb. Thought please? Thank you.
Summer Analysts - is your firm giving you a laptop?
I am starting work in a few weeks in Guggenheim 's SA program, and they have told us that are current laptops are okay. I was wondering if any firms on the street are actually supplying their internship class with laptops?
Quality of laptops (tech in general) at most banks?
Title pretty much says it... Wondering if all banks provide their bankers with low quality Dell/HP laptops which are slow out of the box, or if there are certain banks who actually invest in their employees #1 tool and are technologically advanced compared to others on the street. Thanks.
Do you always work on a laptop?
Do you always work on a laptop as a consultant? Do you ever get a docking station or an opportunity to use a full-size keyboard and mouse? I don't see how I could do my best work on a laptop, I feel that it majorly slows me down. Have you ever seen a consultant pull out a full-size KB+Mouse or one...
13" laptop for modeling?
Do you think modeling on 13" PC is acceptable? Or should I go for 15"? Is it also worth paying extra for 4K if you're primarily using it for modeling? I'm thinking about HP Spectre laptop and Dell new XPS 13". I'll be using it plugged in to the power, so battery life isn't an issue. Thanks ;)
B&H is the cheapest electronics store hands-down - MacBooks, Cameras, TVs, etc.
Can't believe I've never heard of B&H but apparently a very well-known shop that many of my friends have been using. Wanted to share because they have the cheapest deals on anything electronics related. Usually free shipping and no sales tax unless it's being shipped to NY or NJ. Recently bought a...
Best laptop recommendations for 800$
Hello everyone, I am looking to get a laptop for corporate finance modeling work for around 800 bucks. I have a work deal to get the Dell Latitude 5480 Basic (14" HD LCD, 7th Gen Intel i5-7200U, 4GB, 500GB 7200rpm) for $730. Do you have any alternatives in mind for a similar budget or is that the...
Best computer for equity research?
Guys I’m new to the forum. I’m looking for a PC. And only a PC. I know there are tons of options out there, but here’s what it’s come down to: Lenovo P51 Lenovo Carbon X1 Dells XPS15 The computer will be used for business uses including modeling, word processing and other related functions....
B-school laptop
Feedback from current MBA students appreciated! I'm looking for a b-school laptop and narrowed my choices to two: Dell XPS 13 or Surface Pro 4 Surface pros: - Lighter - Pen support/tablet form factor Surface cons: - Bad battery life - Limited ports So, how important is battery life at b-school? And...
Get a desktop or laptop set up for financial modeling at home?
Hey team. I'm a first year associate, working on getting extra reps in and considering a set up at home. Would anyone recommend purchasing a full desktop (large screen) set up or a laptop (14 inch screen, considering the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon)? If so, does anyone have any recommendations on...
If you had to buy your own laptop for work which one would you choose?
I work for a lower MM bank that has employees provide their own laptops and whatnot. My $500 middle of the road laptop isn’t cutting it. It is generally slow, crashes Microsoft Office a good bit, Internet freezes somewhat often, CapIQ plug-in practically makes the laptop unusable, etc. In short,...
Asus Zenbook 3
Thoughts on the new asus zenbook 3 vs the thinkpad? I'm undergrad finance, and looking fo a new laptop to get.
Undergrad Finance PCs 2017
Primates, I'll be entering freshman year of college in the fall with direct admit to the business program. For the upcoming school year, the program recently announced on their website that PCs operating with Windows will be the only acceptable computers for business students. This is fine for me,...
Bloomberg on home laptop?
Does anyone know if you can run Bloomberg from a laptop at home? I have a Bloomberg anytime account which is included in my university course, however, I have only previously used it at the trading room at my business school. It would be nice if I could run the software without having to go there in...
What is the optimal laptop for someone who works in finance?
Hi! I'm thinking of purchasing a new laptop because my new job requires me to have a proper one. What is the most common laptop used by those on Wall Street? I might be over thinking here, but I think it says something about a person, what kind of a computer he has. What would be the optimal choice...
Surface Book vs. Yoga 910
Looking to get a new laptop. Anyone have experience with either of these? Which works best for Finance?
MAC or PC Laptop?
Real estate peeps, I heading to grad school in a few months and can't decide between a PC or a Mac. What do you guys think? I had a Macbook Air since after undergrad until now (been 4 years) but it was damaged so I need a new machine. Functionality wise, I don't think we'll doing any models that are...
Lenovo Yoga 900 vs. HP Spectre x360
I need advice: I am attending business school next year with the goal of studying finance and breaking into investment banking. Which laptop is preferable for my MBA: Lenovo Yoga 900 or HP Spectre x360?
Is a Microsoft ‑ Surface 4 sufficient for MBA classes?
I am beginning my MBA in the Fall (ideally to get into investment banking) and need to get a decent laptop for the 2 years. I don't need a ton of features or memory (I rarely use my old laptop today). The Microsoft Surface 4 looks portable, easy to use, and if I buy the keyboard, functions like a...
Laptop for Business School
Attending Stern UG this summer. What is the best all around laptop for both finance internships and school? A lot of people are saying they are getting Macs, but I feel like I've heard that Macs are not the best for finance jobs, but amazing for school. I've had Macs before, so I'm familiar with...
Current ThinkPad lineup
What are your guys' thoughts on the current ThinkPad lineup? Thinking of getting a T450 after selling my Macbook Pro, can't do anything productive in Excel on it. If you guys have any other PC suggestions, I'd appreciate that too.
iPad with keyboard to replace laptop?
My laptop is finally fried. I got it 4 years ago. When I first got it I used it to game so I had certain upgrades to graphics and memory and it was about $1000. I'm about to graduate college and definitely won't have time for any of that, so I just need it for netflix and Internet browsing and...
Should I get a Windows computer for an IB Summer Analyst position?
Hi, I currently have a Mac, so it is often difficult to use Excel functions on it. I was wondering if Summer Analysts usually need a laptop to do work on or if it is all in the office, so I shouldn't bother getting a Windows computer? I am hoping to use my Mac until I graduate, but if it would be...
Mac User Switching to Windows
I need some advice on which laptop to buy after having used Mac for almost 3 years. Mac is very limiting with datarooms and some external softwares and excel is no fun either. I need a good work laptop that is great for modeling, presentations and word. I will sometimes indulge in videos, small...
New Laptop - Financial Modeling
I am currently a college undergraduate and use a MacBook Pro for pleasure and the occasional word document. However, I am a finance undergrad and the Mac excel is impossible for model on. Which laptop do you recommend for financial modeling ? Thanks in advance.
Apple vs. PC Laptop for B School?
Apologies in advance as I'm relatively tech illiterate, so may be a dumb question - I'll be headed to business school this fall, and I am currently without a laptop (had a Macbook Pro 13" from college but has since died). The question is, what do people recommend? I do like the Macbook Air as it's...
The Microsoft Surface
What do you guys think about Microsoft's answer to the iPad: The Microsoft Surface? The reason why I'm so intrigued with this thing is the fact that it's so much like an actual laptop, minus the useless optical drive, the fragile screen, and spinning hard drive. But, from a purely productivity point...
Help me choose - Current computer situation
My current computer situation is in dire need of a massive overhaul and I almost ordered one of the new MacBook Pro's today (yes, site unseen) but now I'm considering some other options and I NEED YOUR HELP! Option A: New base-model MacBook Pro at $2200 Option B: Base-model 13-inch MacBook Air or...
HP 30% off select laptops - til 9/05/11
http://www.techbargains.com/vendor_detail.cfm/296… They've got a 30% off deal going on, 3rd one down. If you use it keep in mind a couple of things: -You enter the code when you go to "Review & Buy" on the right side -This will wipe out some of the other savings/free upgrades. So, you might start...
Which banks issue laptops for IBD analysts?
Hey guys, Which banks issue laptops for their FT IBD analysts? I'm starting at a BB firm in the next several months and am trying to decide whether I need to buy a pc for personal and work use.
Easy, cheap, portable dual screens for a laptop.
What do you think of this, WSO? It's easy to use, cheap and offers a simple dual screen solution with a number pad. Personally, I'd be sold if it had tablet capabilities.
Laptop: MacBook vs ThinkPad for a banker???
Dudes, My current laptop has reached the point of not-working. Accordingly, it is imperative that I replace it. My last two laptops have been cheap problem-ridden machines. Both have used Windows operating systems. I am ready for something a little better. I want a MacBook, but I fear that using...
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