Products We Recommend
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Computer Recommendations
Windows Laptops
Good
Better
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ASUS ExpertBook P5
Screen: 14” 2560 x 1600, 144Hz, 400 nits, IPS, Matte, Non-touch ·
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V
Memory: 16 GB LPDDR5X 8448 MHz
SSD Size: 512 GB
Windows: 11 Home
ASUS Zenbook S 14
Screen: 14” 2880 x 1800, 120Hz, 500 nits, AMOLED, Glossy, Touch
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 256V
Memory: 16 GB, LPDDR5X 8533 MHz
SSD Size: 1 TB
Windows: 11 Home
Lenovo ThinkPad T13s
Screen: 14” 1920 x 1200, 60Hz, 400 nits, IPS, Matte, Non-touch
Processor: AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360
Memory: 32 GBLPDDR5X 7500MHz
SSD Size: 256 GB
Windows: 11 Home
Apple Laptops
Good
Better
Best
13" M4 MacBook Air
Screen: 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone
Processor: Apple M4 chip with 10‑core CPU, 8‑core GPU, 16‑core Neural Engine
Memory: 16GB
SSD Size: 256GB
15" M4 MacBook Air
Screen: 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone
Processor: Apple M4 chip with 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
Memory: 16 GB
SSD Size: 256GB
14" M4 MacBook Pro
Screen: 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
Processor: Apple M4 chip with 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
Memory: 16GB
SSD Size: 512GB
Apple Desktops
Good
Better
Best
M4 Mac Mini
Screen: External Display Required
Processor: Apple M4 chip with 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
Memory: 16GB
SSD Size: 256GB
24" M4 iMac
Screen: 24-inch 4.5K Retina display
Processor: Apple M4 chip with 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
Memory: 16GB
SSD Size: 256GB
24" M4 iMac
Screen: 24-inch 4.5K Retina display
Processor: Apple M4 chip with 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
Memory: 24GB
SSD Size: 512GB
Printer Recommendations
Printers
We understand that printing needs can vary widely. While we do not provide specific printer recommendations, we can share our experiences with some brands and model lines we have worked with. For any printer, our recommendations include Wi-Fi connectivity and duplex printing, making them a convenient and efficient choice for your workflow.
Inkjet Printers
The Epson EcoTank series printers are reliable and user friendly color printers. These printers offer easy setup and use, with the added convenience of bottled ink instead of cartridges.
Laser Printers
Brother laser printers are a great choice if you have a high print volume or don't need to print in color.
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