inspiron duo, i pad or a laptop?
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I just ordered the duo today so I haven't gotten it yet, but did a lot of researching the last month. I'll probably write a review after I play with it for a bit. The iPad seemed nifty for a tablet but it's drawbacks were too big for me: Tiny storage amount, no USB ports, limited to mac software and apps, and much more expensive. The good battery life does make it tempting otherwise.... I've had a big laptop of a few years and the screen just died on me. It was great, but big and bulky and not so great for toting around anywhere with me. Actually for it's size, the Duo has about the same specs as my full laptop did (including average to poor battery life). I've always used my laptop as a secondary computer, when I'm downstairs and just want to tinker on the internet, small programs, or read. If you want great specs, want to use some hard-core multi-tasking or programs and want that real upgrade from the little netbook... a laptop might be better if it's your only computer. My best friend has a netbook and I was always struck by how small it is. She seems quite happy with it though and I have to admit it's so easy to bring anywhere. Though I wouldn't say the duo is a perfect product by any means yet, I think it seems the best mix. Gives much more functionality than an iPad (or any plain tablet) and does come with better specs than almost any netbook I've seen (Windows 7, 2 GB of Ram, and equivalent or better storage).
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The Chromebook touchpad is fine but for longer sessions I prefer using a mouse and the M325 is my favorite.
1914877
Yes, I have a Dell Inspirion 620s and no problems at all with the installation or the software that came with it. Corel Essentials 4 is worth the price alone.
1964753
Well, I haven't used for both as yet.But I would say, take Lenovo.. that's better anytime.. Even HP is better than this laptop. I took this because it had an SD Card Slot + a DVD Player and Windows 8 and I7 Intel Processor with 8GB RAM and 1TB of Hard Drive Memory and it was cheap at Amazon for all these features.But the handling of the computer is not smooth.. Also no touch screen.. The laptop restarts every now and then....
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I'm doing the same thing. I am thinking along the same lines as you. My concern now is that her laptop is a bit antiquated...hope we don't end up buying another laptop to make it all work smoothly.
1018568
I don't think there is a difference. I have 2330 Inspiron with a touch screen. I can control it by touching the screen or using the mouse and keyboard.Some people refer to it as a Touch computer and some call it a touch screen computer.
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First, if you are set on a 14 inch laptop like I was, this one is the deal. You can find better pricing on 15.6 inch lappys but generally they aren't as powerful. They still may meet your needs as the tendency is to overbuy. Look at the top 100 list for amazon computers
1088350
yes, this is a laptop that does tablet things. Not a tablet trying to do laptop things. I love it...
164200
Good question - you will have to scoot - it doesn't hang over enough for me to recommend it using a laptop. If your writing, reading, or eating breakfast...sure.
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In part, yes. It doesn't fully become a laptop for two reasons. The first one is the size. The keys aren't very big and a little to near together for those with larger fingers, and the touchpad is ridiculously small. The touchpad isn't much of a problem, because you will probably prefer to use the touch screen. Even on desktop Windows mode (more laptop-like than tablet-like) I usually prefer to use the pen to touch small buttons. The second problem is the kickstand. There is nothing to hold the screen and the keyboard in a fixed angle (it is securely attached, but it can easily be folded to the back of the tablet), which means you have to use the tablet's kickstand to keep it in a fixed angle. This is actually better than a touch enabled laptop when you're on a table (the kickstand prevents the screen from wobbling like in other laptops), but it is uncomfortable in your lap.
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First, if you are set on a 14 inch laptop like I was, this one is the deal. You can find better pricing on 15.6 inch lappys but generally they aren't as powerful. They still may meet your needs as the tendency is to overbuy. Look at the top 100 list for amazon computershttp://www.amazon.com/gp/bestsellers/pc/ref=pd_dp_ts_pc_1.Second, buried in the reviews for this laptop is a coupon code for an extra 50 bucks off. I don't know if it's still valid. Then the laptop is 470. That is what I paid and I feel like I got a very good deal. My review is "So who needs an Ipad?" by TooLazyToDriveAround. First, if you are set on a 14 inch laptop like I was, this one is the deal. You can find better pricing on 15.6 inch lappys but generally they aren't as powerful. They still may meet your needs as the tendency is to overbuy. Look at the top 100 list for amazon computershttp://www.amazon.com/gp/bestsellers/pc/ref=pd_dp_ts_pc_1.Second, buried in the reviews for this laptop is a coupon code for an extra 50 bucks off. I don't know if it's still valid. Then the laptop is 470. That is what I paid and I feel like I... » Read More First, if you are set on a 14 inch laptop like I was, this one is the deal. You can find better pricing on 15.6 inch lappys but generally they aren't as powerful. They still may meet your needs as the tendency is to overbuy. Look at the top 100 list for amazon computershttp://www.amazon.com/gp/bestsellers/pc/ref=pd_dp_ts_pc_1.Second, buried in the reviews for this laptop is a coupon code for an extra 50 bucks off. I don't know if it's still valid. Then the laptop is 470. That is what I paid and I feel like I got a very good deal. My review is "So who needs an Ipad?" by TooLazyToDriveAround. « Show Less
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My opinion is yes, go for a laptop. While I love my Surface for on the go and portability, working with non-standard size keyboard combined with/MS operating system version 8x/touchscreen seem to complicate even simple document formatting processes.
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Nope. It's basically an excellent tablet with keyboard. Might as well buy a real laptop for that, lots of deals under $300 going on now!
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I love the trackpad on the MBA. It is almost like touch screen. That being said I also own and love my iPad. Glad I own both.
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There are only small differences in the two such as the idea pad having more memory but slightly less processing power. Overall the two are very similar both in price and performance which makes user preference the real deciding factor.
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I would suggest checking into the MSI Wind. I personally haven't had the pleasure (or possibly horror, but let us hope not) of using any of these products yet but I am looking into them for the same reason as you. Currently I am leaning towards the Aspire One, but I have gone back and forth with the MSI Wind. The Aspire does offer CF slots which are fairly cheap to expand. Also if you are technically inclined you can replace the hard drive to which it is equipped with an Ipod (ZIF) hard drive. With all of that said rumor has it that the Dell "E" is being released on the 15th of August with a base price of $299 USD. The most important qualities for me are a lengthy battery life (which the aspire does not have with the included 3 cell battery, ~3 hours) and a solid comfortable keyboardfor extended typing sessions. Good luck in your quest!
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I am not a huge fan of the touch pad. It is very unresponsive at times. Really bugs me. Other than that, it is an excellent laptop.