since im not buying soon, maybe by latest in early july. i might even continue using my desktop until the end of the year
so im not rushing this. just think i might as well follow this thread for now.
since u're asking, basically:
brand : dell, asus (any other brand that you guys think is good, i will considered it)
budget :around 3.5k (maybe can top up a bit to max 4k)
spec: i7 sb, 2630qm should be more than enough
    any decent gpu (preferred nvidia but since no support for optimus in linux yet, will be a waste to pay something that you cant use)
    should be able for mild gaming in windows (borderlands, pes2011 and stuff) and good enough to run photoshop cs5
    got freedos better, backlit keyboard is a bonus
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    what i don't really care : webcam, hdd size, battery life, weight
screen size: nothing more than 15", the smaller the better, a higher resolution is preferred however.
since im going to leave this desktop at home, so need a laptop to bring to my college
that can do most of what my desktop can do.
came across quite a few model but maybe i'm just picky,Â

never mind, still a long way to go
Well the i7 SB would limit your choices. Otherwise I can give my favorite recommendation of the Asus U41SV.
That only has an i5-2410M with GT540M coupled with a huge battery while maintaining a slim and light form factor.
hehe, can can =) any nice laptop advise a?
thanks thanks