Laptop bundle deal

ASUS Vivobook Go 15

Ryzen 5 · Performance, Versatility, Speed

15.6" Full HD AMD Ryzen 5 40 16GB RAM 512GB SSD Windows 11 Home

Bundle price

$2,869 incl. GST

$3,220 SAVE $351

Fully set up, your data transferred, and delivered to your place.

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Product code: 15045898

About this laptop

Turn everyday tasks into something special with the Vivobook Go 15, your essential tool for getting things done easier, anywhere.

It's completely user-friendly too, with its 180° lay-flat hinge and physical webcam shield. ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus protects frequently touched surfaces from harmful bacteria, safeguarding your health.

Make all your days more enjoyable with the Vivobook Go 15!

Specifications

Screen	15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080), anti-glare
Processor	AMD Ryzen 5 40
Memory	16GB DDR4 RAM
Storage	512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD
Ports	USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI, 3.5mm audio combo jack
Operating system	Windows 11 Home
Weight	1.70kg (approx.)
Warranty	1 year return to base (hardware only)

What's in the bundle

We don't just hand you a box. Here's what we do for you:

Everything moved across

We transfer all your stuff and set things up the way you like it. (There are some limits, but we'll transfer your commonly used files and settings.)

Set up at your place

We come to your place, make sure it's working on your Wi-Fi, set up your printer(s) and connect any other devices you need.

A personal walk-through

We sit down with you and run you through it, to make sure everything's set up the way you like it.

Handy extras included

Malwarebytes Antivirus (full paid version for one year), a quality Logitech mouse, a laptop carry bag and a screen cleaner kit.

Bundle deal

$3,220 $2,869 incl. GST

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Why buy from us?

Quality

With 25+ years of experience, we select laptops that are built to last and perform reliably, like the ASUS Vivobook, which often lasts 6+ years. Each laptop undergoes rigorous testing, has a fresh Windows installation without bloatware, and includes useful applications for a smooth experience.

Ease

We make the move to a new laptop seamless by transferring everything from your old device, unlike other services that only handle partial transfers. We want your new laptop experience to be enjoyable and hassle-free.

Warranty

Our warranty service is quick and reliable. Most repairs are done in 1–2 days, unlike the long waits common with third-party repairs. If needed, we even cover costs ourselves to provide a prompt replacement. And you'll always reach a real person when you need help.

Optional extras

Not included in the bundle, but worth considering.

Total Home Membership

Covers every computer in your home (up to 5)
Every computer gets our unique 38-point Health Check each year
50% off onsite fees if you ever want a technician to come to your home
5% off repairs done in our workshop
Exclusive offers on certain items throughout the year

$180 / year

multi-computer households

$160 / year

single-computer households

No contract

Need Microsoft Office?

Choose the online subscription and we'll manage it for you. We'll contact you when it's due for renewal each year, so you don't have to worry about it (or we can auto-renew it for you).

Microsoft 365 Personal

1 person · up to 5 devices · 1-year subscription

$169 incl. GST per year

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote and Access, plus 1TB of OneDrive storage. Non-commercial use only.

Microsoft 365 Family

Up to 6 people · up to 5 devices each · 1-year subscription

$229 incl. GST per year

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote and Access, plus 1TB of OneDrive storage for each person.

Backup

Recommended

Cloud Backup

Datto cloud backup

$10 per user per month

Basic

Basic Backup

Veeam software with a 1TB external drive

$195

Note: the computer user must regularly plug in the backup and check that it's working to ensure an effective backup.

Other extras

USB external DVD-RW drive	$79
SD card reader	$35
Cable management, 1m	$20 each or 3 for $55
Cable management, 0.5m	$10 each or 3 for $30

Cable management is a special laptop bundle deal. It's great for tidying up unsightly cables. Ask for a demonstration in store.

Computer Help Fibre

No difficult phone calls, help when needed, we care for our customers! Say goodbye to calling overseas call centres to get help from companies that are too big to care.

Fibre Light

$87 / month

For small households: web browsing, emails and occasional streaming.

Family Fibre

$99 / month

Perfect for medium-sized households: streaming and gaming.

Rocket Fibre

$125 / month

For busy households: working from home, streaming and gaming.

Things to note

Software can't be transferred. You may need licence keys or account details to reinstall your software on your new laptop.

Payment options

Afterpay Visa Mastercard EFTPOS

A 2.5% fee applies when paying by credit card.

Interested in this bundle?

Give us a call or get in touch online, and we'll answer any questions and get it sorted for you.

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Chromebooks Explained: A Parent's Guide

Illustration of a Chromebook with schoolwork saved to the cloud, next to school books and a backpack

If your child's school has sent home a device list, there's a good chance the word Chromebook is on it. Chromebooks are now one of the most common laptops in New Zealand classrooms. But what actually is a Chromebook? How is it different from a “normal” laptop? And is it the right choice for your family?

This guide should help.

What is a Chromebook?

On the outside, a Chromebook looks like any other laptop, with a screen, keyboard and trackpad. The difference is the software running inside it.

Every computer has an operating system, which is the main program that runs everything else. Kind of like it's foundation.

Most laptops run

Windows

made by Microsoft

Apple MacBooks run

macOS

made by Apple

Chromebooks run

ChromeOS

made by Google

The easiest way to think of a Chromebook is as a laptop built around the internet. Most things happen inside the Google Chrome web browser: websites, email, YouTube, Google Docs and Google Classroom. Instead of saving work on the laptop itself, most files are saved “in the cloud.” That just means they're stored safely on Google's computers online, in Google Drive.

You sign in with a Google account (the same one used for Gmail). So if a Chromebook is lost or broken, your child can sign into another one and their schoolwork will be right where they left it.

Chromebooks can also run many Android apps (the same apps you'd find on an Android phone) from the Google Play Store.

Why do schools like them so much?

Many schools use Google's free education tools, like Google Classroom and Google Docs, and Chromebooks are designed to work hand-in-hand with these. They're also more affordable than a full laptop, simple to use, and easy for schools to manage and keep safe. For a school looking after hundreds of students, that's a winning combination.

The different types of Chromebook

Chromebooks come in two main “levels” and a few different shapes. First, two quick bits of jargon:

RAM (memory) is like desk space. The more you have, the more things you can have open at once before it slows down.

Storage is like a filing cabinet. It's where apps, photos and downloads are kept.

Budget

1. Standard Chromebooks

Around $350 to $750

These are the budget models. They're perfectly good for web browsing, Google Docs, Google Classroom and YouTube.

The catch? Many come with just 4GB of RAM and 32GB to 64GB of storage. With only 4GB of RAM, a standard Chromebook can start to feel sluggish when lots of tabs are open.

Education (rugged) models fall into this group too. They're built tougher for kids, with features like reinforced corners, rubber edges and spill-resistant keyboards. They're often smaller (11.6-inch screens) and designed to survive life in a school bag.

Step up

2. Chromebook Plus

Around $850 to $1,400

Chromebook Plus is Google's “step up” range. To wear the Plus badge, a Chromebook has to meet a minimum standard set by Google, including:

A faster processor (the “brain” of the computer)
At least 8GB of RAM
At least 128GB of storage
A sharp, full HD screen
A better-quality webcam for video calls

They also come with Google's AI tools (Gemini) built in.

For older students, or anyone who keeps lots of tabs open, a Chromebook Plus is noticeably quicker and nicer to use.

Shapes and styles

The four Chromebook shapes: a standard laptop, a 2-in-1 that flips back into a tablet, a detachable tablet with keyboard, and a Chromebox desktop

Standard laptop: Opens and closes like a regular laptop. Simple, and usually the cheapest.

2-in-1 (flip): Has a touchscreen and folds right back to become a tablet. Handy for younger kids and drawing.

Detachable: The keyboard clicks off, so it works as either a tablet or a laptop.

Chromebox: A small desktop computer box that plugs into a screen. Less common for families.

The benefits

Affordable. Chromebooks are generally cheaper than Windows laptops or MacBooks.
Fast to start. Most turn on within seconds, so there are no long waits before class. Although most modern laptops are close to this.
Simple to use. Fewer settings and menus means less for kids (or parents!) to get confused by.
Safe and secure. Viruses are rare on Chromebooks, and security updates download automatically in the background about every few weeks.
Low maintenance. If something goes wrong, you can reset a Chromebook to “as new” in minutes (Google calls this a “Powerwash”). Because work is saved in Google Drive, nothing important is lost.
Good battery life. Many models will last a full school day on one charge.
Parental controls. Google's free Family Link app lets you set screen-time limits, approve apps and filter websites on your child's account.
Built for school. They work seamlessly with Google Classroom and Google Docs.

A Chromebook showing a security shield, surrounded by icons for fast start-up, all-day battery, work saved online, affordability, automatic updates and parental controls

The limitations

They can't run Windows or Mac programs. Most schoolwork is fine, and Microsoft Word and Excel can be used online through the web browser - but not the applications themselves. Some subjects (like design, video editing, music or engineering) may need specialist software that only runs on Windows or Mac.

They're not built for gaming. Most computer games won't run. Some phone-style games from the Play Store will, but a keen gamer will be disappointed. They generally are low spec.

They work best with internet. Some things work offline (like Google Docs, if it's set up beforehand), but a Chromebook without Wi-Fi is a lot less useful. A lot.

Cheap models fill up fast. 32GB of storage doesn't go far once apps and downloads pile up. It generally does not take long for a Chromebook of this size to be completely full - at which point it will become very slow and possibly unworkable.

Printing can be fiddly. Most modern Wi-Fi printers are fine, but older printers may not work.

Cheap models often aren't worth repairing. A broken screen can cost a big chunk of what you paid for the whole laptop.

Watch out

The hidden “expiry date”

A Chromebook on sale next to a calendar marked Updates End, showing that security updates stop on a set date

This is the one most parents don't know about.

Every Chromebook has an Auto Update Expiration date. After that date, it stops getting security updates. It will still turn on and work, but it becomes less safe to use as time goes on.

Google now promises up to 10 years of updates. Sounds great, right? But here's the trap: the 10 years starts from when that model was first released, not the day you bought it.

So that “bargain” Chromebook on special might be an older model with only a few years left.

How to check: Search “Chromebook Auto Update policy” to find Google's list of models and dates. Or, on the Chromebook itself, go to Settings › About ChromeOS › Additional details and look for Update schedule.

So, is a Chromebook right for your child?

✓A Chromebook is a great fit if:

Your child is at primary, intermediate or early high school
Their school uses Google Classroom
It's mainly for homework, research, emails and videos
You want something affordable and low-fuss

!Think twice if:

Your teen is taking senior subjects that need specialist software
You want one computer the whole family can use for everything, including Windows programs
Many high schools require student to purchase a Windows based laptop.

It's worth asking yourself: would you rather save $300 today, or have a Chromebook that still feels quick in three years' time? Or do I need to spend more to get a Windows based laptop that will have the capacity for any project?

Our top tips before you buy

Check the school's device (BYOD) list first. Some schools require specific models or minimum specs.

Aim for 8GB of RAM if your budget allows. It makes a real difference as kids get older and their work gets bigger.

Avoid 32GB of storage. 64GB is the bare minimum, and 128GB is better.

Check the update expiry date before you hand over your money.

Buy a very good protective case. School bags are rough on laptops.

Look for a longer warranty. A 3-year warranty is a good sign the manufacturer expects it to last.

Not sure which one to get?

Email us the links to the Chromebooks you're considering, and we'll give you free, no-obligation advice.

Does your ChromeBook need a "once over"?

FREE ASSESSMENT FOR ALL CHROMEBOOKS until Friday Oct 9th

Here to help,

The Team at Computer Help NZ
160b Selwyn Street, Christchurch
www.chnz.co.nz | (03) 666-4357

P.S. A Chromebook can do a lot of things, but sadly it still can't make your kids do their homework. We're working on it.

BitLocker – a disaster waiting to happen

BitLocker is Microsoft's built-in disk encryption seems like a good idea until you have a problem.
On a lot of newer Windows 11 PCs it's turned on automatically and if your drive fails or has any issues, you cannot simply transfer your files to a new drive or computer unless you have the 48-digit recovery key handy. And most people don’t. At this point your data is permanently irretrievable.

WINDOWS 10 IS RUNNING OUT OF UPDATES

Windows 10 is one of those topics where everyone has heard something, and very few people know where they actually stand. Is it dead? Is it fine? Do you really need a new computer, or is that just what the ads want you to think? We have written this guide to sort out what's true, what's changed, and what you, a citizen of our fine city of Christchurch need to do about it.

DATA RECOVERY: CAN WE GET YOUR FILES BACK?

There are few moments worse than watching a folder disappear, hearing a laptop start clicking, or realising the drive you just formatted was the one with ten years of photos on it. Is it gone forever? Do you need to send it away to a lab? And why does one recovery job cost $80 and another $800 when they're both just "getting the files back"? We've written this guide to help make sense of it all before you panic, or spend money you didn't need to.

LAPTOP COOLING PAD BUYING GUIDE

Laptop cooling pads are one of those accessories that everyone has an opinion on, and very few people understand. Do they actually work? Does more fans mean more cooling? And why does one pad cost $25 and another $250 when they both just blow air? We have written this guide to help make sense of it all before you spend your money.

A Local Number for Your Local Repair Guys

You've probably called us on 0800 349 669 - easier known as 0800 FIX NOW. It's served us well and it isn't going anywhere in a hurry. But we've added a new number, and the reason behind it is to reflect the business and who we serve with the best computer repairs in Christchurch.

How to Keep AI out of your Google Searches

You've probably noticed Google's search results looking a bit different lately - a big AI-written summary sitting above the actual list of websites. Not everyone wants that. Google actually built in a way to skip it entirely, called the “Web” option, and most people have no idea it exists. We've written this guide to show you what it is and how to use it.

GRAPHICS CARD BUYING GUIDE

Graphics cards get talked about a lot, and understood a lot less. Do you actually need one? How much should you spend? And what on earth does “RTX 5070 Ti” actually mean? We have written this guide to help make sense of it all before you spend your money.

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ASUS Vivobook Go 15

About this laptop

Specifications

Everything moved across

Set up at your place

A personal walk-through

Handy extras included

Quality

Ease

Warranty

Total Home Membership

Things to note

Payment options

1. Standard Chromebooks

2. Chromebook Plus

The hidden “expiry date”

✓A Chromebook is a great fit if:

!Think twice if:

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160b Selwyn St, Christchurch

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