Every student is required to bring one of the prescribed laptops to school every day.
A laptop committee (parent and school representatives) negotiates the best possible deal and appoints the preferred supplier(s) who offer a selection of machines from which to choose. Please note that purchasing an alternative make/model of laptop from an alternate supplier is not an option and we ask parents to respect this decision.
There is a prescribed choice of both Dell and Apple machines from which to choose.
Please see below the Dell and Apple offers and purchasing processes. (October 2024)
Please note that the 2025 details for 2026 incoming students are NOT YET available.
PREVIOUS YEAR Dell Machines - iSquared
Parents should consider the three Dell options available and select a device that will best meet their son's needs. All options are suitable, but a student who may take subjects like Art, Music or IT would be better served by a more powerful machine for example.
Please read the detailed description below which clarifies the differences between the models offered on the order form.
Entry Level Dell Latitude 3550 i5:
This machine is a lower cost machine. It has the same processing power as the Dell Latitude 5550 i5 machine. The main difference between this machine and the Dell Latitude 5550 i5 machine is that it has lower build quality and is significantly less robust. It is also 200g heavier than the Dell Latitude 5550 i5 machine. Additionally the RAM (memory) cannot be upgraded in future.
Dell Latitude 5550 i5:
This machine has the same processing power as the Dell Latitude 3550 i5 machine but is significantly more robust and 200g lighter and the RAM (memory) can be upgraded in future. The Dell Latitude 5550 machines are the most preferred selection by the corporate customers of iSquared.
Dell Latitude 5550 i7
This machine has the same body as the Dell Latitude 5550 i5 machine but has a significantly higher processing capability.
Choosing the right machine:
In terms of which laptop to choose we suggest the following as a guide:
1. If you are looking to purchase a machine that can do everything the student requires for the next 5 years and want a robust machine, then the Dell Latitude 5550 i5 machine is an excellent choice.
2. If you are looking to purchase a machine that can do everything the student requires for the next 5 years but are prepared to sacrifice some robustness in order to save some money, then the Dell Latitude 3550 i5 is a good choice.
3. If you are looking to purchase a machine that has higher processing power and are prepared to pay more to get this then the Dell Latitude 5550 i7 is a good choice. You may wish to select this option if the student is likely to perform some graphic or sound processing on the machine.
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Deadline for order and payment is 12h00 noon on 8th November 2024
As communicated, because of volatility of exchange rates, this date must be strictly adhered to. After the deadline has passed the bulk deal offer will no longer be available. It is important to note that buying a prescribed device outside of the bulk order is often significantly more expensive.
The Dell offer from iSquared includes:
If you would like to speak to one of the iSquared team members with any questions, please
Schedule online to schedule a call with us OR use the online booking option below.
For any subsequent purchases, please contact iSquared for updated pricing and machine specifications.
2025 ORDERS ARE NOT YET OPEN: To order please email the completed order form together with proof of payment to education@isquared.co.za.
N.B. Insurance cover for theft/loss has not been included and should be arranged independently by parents.
Please refer to the DELL Pro Support Plus Offering Document and Accidental damage document
Any parent wishing to confirm pricing transparency is welcome to contact iSquared. A parent who believes that they have found a better deal online should confirm that they are comparing the same range (Latitude), model, specification & after sales support (5 yr Pro support Plus & Accidental Damage cover), battery warranty and setup costs.
Apple Machines - Digicape
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The PREVIOUS YEAR Apple offer from Digicape includes:
- Extended Hardware warranty to total of 5 years (*Compulsory) Inclusive : 1 Year International Hardware Warranty, plus 4 Year Local Hardware Warranty = Total 5 Years
- Extended battery warranty
- Latest Apple technology - all models offered are current Apple models.
- Units pre-set up and integrated by Digicape, for use on Bishops Campus.
- Priority and dedicated school software related support as required by Bishops.
- Free Loan unit, pre-configured, for use when a repair that exceeds 2 days is necessary.
Please note the Apple bundle above and make sure that, should you wish to compare prices, that you take into account what has been included in the Bishops bundle.
Other models are also available. Please be advised that in the event a new model is released, we will provide an updated proposal reflecting the new model, inclusive of any applicable educational discounts. Kindly contact Digicape for pricing and machine specifications.
To order please email Digicape directly (bishops@digicape.co.za).
N.B. Insurance cover for theft, loss or accidental damage has not been included and should be arranged independently by parents.
Please refer to the
Digicape Support Offering Document.