Can of Worms Time - Need a portable computer!

PTR · 11th August 2011, 04:02 PM

Just about to sell my laptop for about £200, so got that and little bit more to put towards something that will live on the sofa.

The missus doesn't want a touch screen device, as she wants to browse the web and actually be able to type without it being a pain in the arse.

But I did like the idea of those transformer devices, although they're about £400, which is crackers.

Netbooks are in my mind - but it needs to have a very good battery life - needs to last the majority of a 10hr flight.

Don't mind if its something I can pick up 2nd hand off Ebay. Don't mind if I have to upgrade (can't say I fancy a 1Gb netbook, think I'd upgrade that quite quickly!)

Doesn't have to be Windows either, could possibly live with an "apps-driven" OS, like Android (not linux though, can't be arsed with that)

Anyone got any suggestions.

mackemindatoon · 11th August 2011, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by PTR

Just about to sell my laptop for about £200, so got that and little bit more to put towards something that will live on the sofa.

The missus doesn't want a touch screen device, as she wants to browse the web and actually be able to type without it being a pain in the arse.

But I did like the idea of those transformer devices, although they're about £400, which is crackers.

Netbooks are in my mind - but it needs to have a very good battery life - needs to last the majority of a 10hr flight.

Don't mind if its something I can pick up 2nd hand off Ebay. Don't mind if I have to upgrade (can't say I fancy a 1Gb netbook, think I'd upgrade that quite quickly!)

Doesn't have to be Windows either, could possibly live with an "apps-driven" OS, like Android (not linux though, can't be arsed with that)

Anyone got any suggestions.

go to the three store get a dongle for £17:50 a month with a free netbook on a 2 year contract and pocket the £200 notes

PTR · 11th August 2011, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mackemindatoon

go to the three store get a dongle for £17:50 a month with a free netbook on a 2 year contract and pocket the £200 notes

Great idea. Spend over £400 to save £200.

Mint!

hiroftm · 11th August 2011, 04:26 PM

I think the biggest struggle you will find is finding one that will last the majority of a 10 hour flight, I have come across this netbook which may be of interest depending on the price and your budget?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00336EG4Y/

PTR · 11th August 2011, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by hiroftm

I think the biggest struggle you will find is finding one that will last the majority of a 10 hour flight, I have come across this netbook which may be of interest depending on the price and your budget?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00336EG4Y/

I bought my dad a Samsung netbook that had a 9hr battery, so I'm sure you can get them.

It could even be a normal one that you can buy a battery booster for, for when its needed.

I'm open to any and all suggestions (even iPad if you can dock them on a normal keyboard, and you can get one for under £250)

Daydream Believer · 11th August 2011, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by PTR

But I did like the idea of those transformer devices, although they're about £400, which is crackers.

These?

hiroftm · 11th August 2011, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by PTR

I bought my dad a Samsung netbook that had a 9hr battery, so I'm sure you can get them.

It could even be a normal one that you can buy a battery booster for, for when its needed.

I'm open to any and all suggestions (even iPad if you can dock them on a normal keyboard, and you can get one for under £250)

http://www.dell.com/uk/p/inspiron-mini1018/fs

Anye good for you? Starting at £199 with over 7 hours battery according to Dell.