Netbook Tablet as a Viable eBook Reader Option - Page 5

pilotbob · 03-19-2010, 12:15 PM

The HP slate is said to be coming out in June and it will be $400 ish. You might want to wait and see how that one is.

BOb

Spirity · 03-19-2010, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by weateallthepies

Yeah it's definitely not a fiction reader, it's pretty heavy though thinner than I expected.

I'll use it mostly for textbooks/pdfs with the ability to annotate and make notes. I could see it being useful for people who need that sort of functionality for work, it'd be great for students though maybe a little pricey currently.

I have alot of textbooks/pdfs also and really like the idea of being able to take notes. It might be a little hefty for some, but I think I'd really like the screen size.....

phenomshel · 03-19-2010, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Spirity

Thanks weateallthepies; although I thought I was set on an Asus! I've been waiting on the AsusT101MT to come out, but I've heard reviews that it's sluggish, and needs all the "bloatware" removed.

I'd be very interested in a review of this machine when you've got the chance.
I want to get this purchase right, the first time! so any insights on the pro's and cons would be greatly appreciated. What I've been able to search out, this looks like a super contender.

thanks in advance,
Spirity

Something to keep in mind, Spirity: Almost all "branded" computers need bloatware removed. Think of it as one big advertisement for the company you bought it from and their partners.

Houndx · 03-19-2010, 02:30 PM

In this case, bloatware probably refers to their Touchgate utility. It's easy to remove and not really that big of a deal.

Spirity · 03-19-2010, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by phenomshel

Something to keep in mind, Spirity: Almost all "branded" computers need bloatware removed. Think of it as one big advertisement for the company you bought it from and their partners.

You're right, of course. I had to remove alot from my HP laptop, but it's even more important when you don't have the same kind of power 'under the hood'!

Crowl · 03-20-2010, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by pilotbob

The HP slate is said to be coming out in June and it will be $400 ish. You might want to wait and see how that one is.

The convenience of being able to use programs like cdisplay and not needing to buy an app is definitely a plus point for these windows-based slates that are on the way.

DaleDe · 03-20-2010, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by nasser

My tablet has 1024x600 resolution which seems to be the standard for almost all recent netbooks with 7, 8, 9 and 10 inch screen sizes.

What 7" device do you know that has a 1024x600 screen? Or even a 8" one (I am not talking about 8.9" which is almost 9"). They are generally 800x480 for that size device which is the next size down for wide screen.

Houndx · 03-20-2010, 07:31 PM

Offhand, I can tell you the Viliv x70 is a 7" device with that resolution.

DaleDe · 03-21-2010, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Houndx

Offhand, I can tell you the Viliv x70 is a 7" device with that resolution.

thanks, I had never encounter that one. Kind of pricey but certainly the highest resolution I have seen in a 7" device. The Sony has high resolution in their 8" device (1600 x 768) as well but it is certainly not standard.

Viliv even has 1024 x 600 on a 5" device.

Dale

Archergal5219 · 03-22-2010, 09:54 PM

NETBOOK TABLET AS A VIABLE EBOOK READER OPTION

Wow, you've thought about all this the same way I have! I do a fair amount of reading on my Asus 901 Eee PC, but I really, REALLY want a small tablet. I'm not sure the Asus you use is the right one for me. I'm holding out for a slightly larger screen, longer battery life and a slightly better processor at a slightly lower price. (When I dream, I dream BIG.)

But I like being able to have multiple ebook reader programs available. I too have been reading ebooks since Buck was a calf

and I have lots of old mobipocket and ereader format books.

Thanks for the analysis!

weateallthepies · 03-25-2010, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Spirity

Thanks weateallthepies; although I thought I was set on an Asus! I've been waiting on the AsusT101MT to come out, but I've heard reviews that it's sluggish, and needs all the "bloatware" removed.

I'd be very interested in a review of this machine when you've got the chance.
I want to get this purchase right, the first time! so any insights on the pro's and cons would be greatly appreciated. What I've been able to search out, this looks like a super contender.

thanks in advance,
Spirity

I've done some photos so I'll try and get something up soon.

Martin Smith · 03-26-2010, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by CyGuy

In fact, the ASUS T91MT specs are just exactly what I have been looking for, I just want it with no keyboard and with the screen mounted where the keyboard was. Overall specs on this device are great, it even has 2 SDHC card slots!

I presume that you're likely to have seen this already? http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10185351-1.html

mrkarl · 03-29-2010, 07:59 PM

I went and picked up one of these units today

tablettweet · 03-29-2010, 08:10 PM

I think another interesting choice is Lenovo S10-3T “Idea Pad”. I know it is more expensive but It has bigger screen and a little bit better spec. What do you think ?

mrkarl · 03-29-2010, 10:26 PM

amazon says that one wirghs almost 6 pounds.......is that a typo?

03-22-2010, 09:54 PM	#70
Archergal5219 Semi-retired semi-hero Posts: 64 Karma: 768 Join Date: Aug 2007 Device: Palm Zire71, EEE PC901, Sony PRS-505	NETBOOK TABLET AS A VIABLE EBOOK READER OPTION Wow, you've thought about all this the same way I have! I do a fair amount of reading on my Asus 901 Eee PC, but I really, REALLY want a small tablet. I'm not sure the Asus you use is the right one for me. I'm holding out for a slightly larger screen, longer battery life and a slightly better processor at a slightly lower price. (When I dream, I dream BIG.) But I like being able to have multiple ebook reader programs available. I too have been reading ebooks since Buck was a calf and I have lots of old mobipocket and ereader format books. Thanks for the analysis! Last edited by Archergal5219; 03-22-2010 at 09:57 PM. Reason: Fix formatting

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pilotbob Grand Sorcerer Posts: 19,832 Karma: 11844413 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tampa, FL USA Device: Kindle Touch	The HP slate is said to be coming out in June and it will be $400 ish. You might want to wait and see how that one is. BOb

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Houndx Groupie Posts: 159 Karma: 149 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: A81 MID, Dell Streak	In this case, bloatware probably refers to their Touchgate utility. It's easy to remove and not really that big of a deal.

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Houndx Groupie Posts: 159 Karma: 149 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: A81 MID, Dell Streak	Offhand, I can tell you the Viliv x70 is a 7" device with that resolution.

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mrkarl Connoisseur Posts: 74 Karma: 22 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: the great white north Device: aluratek libre pro	I went and picked up one of these units today

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tablettweet Connoisseur Posts: 75 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Thailand Device: IPad 1&2,IPod Touch 4G, DXG, Kindle 3, Kindle 4, Kindle Touch	I think another interesting choice is Lenovo S10-3T “Idea Pad”. I know it is more expensive but It has bigger screen and a little bit better spec. What do you think ?

03-29-2010, 10:26 PM	#75
mrkarl Connoisseur Posts: 74 Karma: 22 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: the great white north Device: aluratek libre pro	amazon says that one wirghs almost 6 pounds.......is that a typo?