Best Net Book!

[dojetdriver]

Why are you turning the thing all the way off? Apple's like a restart every couple months but other than that they run for years without ever being off. Just put it to sleep and your fine.

Whoa whoa whoa, spool down there turbo. I NEVER said I was making a habit of turning the phone off all the time. I was simply asking what the "boot up" time of the ipad was in relation to an iphone, as well as a clarification of what he's using as the reference for said "boot up" time. Airplane mode or a complete power down.

Also, I'm pretty sure I've done a MAC OS update and needed to restart the computer. In other words, it had to be turned off.

 

[Flyin2low]

Whoa whoa whoa, spool down there turbo. I NEVER said I was making a habit of turning the phone off all the time. I was simply asking what the "boot up" time of the ipad was in relation to an iphone, as well as a clarification of what he's using as the reference for said "boot up" time. Airplane mode or a complete power down.

Also, I'm pretty sure I've done a MAC OS update and needed to restart the computer. In other words, it had to be turned off.

Boot time is 17 seconds, but I meant that you just need to turn the screen on to use it. Battery life is 9-10 hours. I use it on 4 day trips, what the problem with more than day trips and an iPad?

 

[timmay]

Or you could wait a couple of months for Google's version of the Ipad. It will have there new Chrome OS plus all the little things Apple missed such as USB and I believe a DVD drive (not totally sure about that).

 

[BornAgainPagan]

I am happy with my Toshiba NB205-N230. Awesome battery life and I've dropped it a half a dozen times and it keeps on ticking. I got it about a year ago for $310. I'm sure Toshiba has put out a successor model or two since then.

 

[dojetdriver]

I use it on 4 day trips, what the problem with more than day trips and an iPad?

AS I'VE PREVIOUSLY STATED;

Depends on the needs of the individual, But touch keyboard can become tedious for some, lack of another browser for things that my not be compatible with the OS, no internal cam for video chat with the family, inability for run flash, etc.

 

[BoilerUP]

I have an ASUS 1000HA...other than the Atom processor being a bit of a laggard with large programs or multiple open windows (it *is* a freaking $300 netbook after all) it works great. I've got the long-life battery that goes for at least 6 hours, and did a 2GB RAM upgrade which was very worthwhile for $30.

My wife has recently confiscated it for her use, so I've now got eyes on the new ASUS T91MT...8.9", tablet, Windows 7, SSD.

 

[adisk811]

13 inch macbook pro is hands down the best piece of equipment that I have ever purchased

 

[N813CA]

Thanks. Definaly want something I can use on a 4+ day trip and skype my family and use a keyboard.

 

[likeitis]

13 inch macbook pro is hands down the best piece of equipment that I have ever purchased

ditto, got mine 18 months ago. If it were a pc it would be in the trash by now but the mac runs as well now as the day I got it.

 

[urflyingme?!]

MacBookPro. Try a MacBook too $999. My roommate has had his for 4 years. I have a pro 13".

 

[wings421]

I'll echo the 13" MacBook Pro. Probably the best purchase I've ever made. Get the Booq Bag Viper case for it and it will fit in your flight kit and be safe.

 

[dojetdriver]

The Macbook is an excellent piece of equipment. Personally, for me it's just a tad too big. However, when I had my12" powerbook that thing fit my needs nicely. Especially if you NEED to have an optical drive.

They can be found on various used/refurbed online outlets for less than $500 in most cases, with a warranty.

 

[N813CA]

ok who likes their netbook better than a laptop on trips? I have been told by some that I would be unhappy going from my laptop to a netbook. I just like the idea of being able to throw it in my flight bag or suitcase.

 

[adisk811]

my 13 inch macbook in a sleeve fits nicely into the flight case

 

[N813CA]

Thanks I know they will fit, but do you like it as much or willing to sacrafice not a full sized laptop?