So did the new iPad sell out or didn't it?

[MrsJoseph]

Originally Posted by Belle2Be

I don't get the "oh its overpriced" argument. I'm looking to get a "PC" tablet for my husband since he's got some personal vendetta with Apple (oy) and they are just as expensive, if not more than the apple ipad.

It's only expensive if you can't afford it or you don't like apple products.

THIS is what I want: http://www.studio-lights.com/blog/ip...n-computer.htm

Oooohhh man! I want it sooo bad.

I have SO many recipe apps/websites that I use. And for shopping! Watching TV! Entertaining! I want one!

But my husband doesn't build computers and told me point blank it wasn't happening. I don't know any teenagers so I can't have one of them build it for me.

So my (current) options are either an iPad or a touchscreen all in one computer. I have to admit to being a bit particular about aesthetics...so the one I like visually the most is the Sony L Series. Which starts at $999.

That's before customization!!!

So I'm looking at the iPad again. And realizing that I really don't need a kitchen computer. But in comparison...the iPad isn't very expensive. In comparison.

[Belle2Be]

Oh wow. I want that kitchen computer.... That thing is amazing!!!

[monkeyluis]

That can be done with an iPad & a little craftsmanship. I saw something similar, with an iPad, but at a tattoo shop. They had it on display to show off the artwork. I've thought about doing it in the kitchen, mounting it on a cabinet or on one of the walls. But my wife already has an iPad & uses it throughout the house.

[ilovejedd]

Originally Posted by MrsJoseph

But my husband doesn't build computers and told me point blank it wasn't happening. I don't know any teenagers so I can't have one of them build it for me.

Building the computer itself is easy (and quite inexpensive). Heck, even a run of the mill small form factor HP or Dell will work. It's all that work on the frame and wall mounting (embedding really) for the touchscreen that's going to be difficult.

Originally Posted by MrsJoseph

So my (current) options are either an iPad or a touchscreen all in one computer. I have to admit to being a bit particular about aesthetics...so the one I like visually the most is the Sony L Series. Which starts at $999.

The new VAIO all-in-one's are actually quite ugly compared to the older models. My boss had this one and it was really, really pretty:


I regret not buying one. It was going for less than $1,000 on Amazon before it was discontinued.

Wall mounting the iPad is probably easier as I'm sure there are probably already accessories for that.

[david_e]

Originally Posted by MrsJoseph

It's only expensive if you can't afford it or you don't like apple products.

THIS is what I want: http://www.studio-lights.com/blog/ip...n-computer.htm

Oooohhh man! I want it sooo bad.

I have SO many recipe apps/websites that I use. And for shopping! Watching TV! Entertaining! I want one!

But my husband doesn't build computers and told me point blank it wasn't happening. I don't know any teenagers so I can't have one of them build it for me.

So my (current) options are either an iPad or a touchscreen all in one computer. I have to admit to being a bit particular about aesthetics...so the one I like visually the most is the Sony L Series. Which starts at $999.

That's before customization!!!

So I'm looking at the iPad again. And realizing that I really don't need a kitchen computer. But in comparison...the iPad isn't very expensive. In comparison.

I'm sure you've considered it but I'll say it anyway, iMac attached to a swing out wall mount, wireless keyboard & trackpad, look to elgato & eyetv to get tv on it. Probably pick up a second hand one that would fit your needs nicely.

[david_e]

Originally Posted by ilovejedd

Building the computer itself is easy (and quite inexpensive). Heck, even a run of the mill small form factor HP or Dell will work. It's all that work on the frame and wall mounting (embedding really) for the touchscreen that's going to be difficult.


The new VAIO all-in-one's are actually quite ugly compared to the older models. My boss had this one and it was really, really pretty:


I regret not buying one. It was going for less than $1,000 on Amazon before it was discontinued.

Wall mounting the iPad is probably easier as I'm sure there are probably already accessories for that.

I remember looking at these at Best Buy. Great look to it. We were just looking but the sales rep didn't think much of it, stressed that if there were any problems it would have to be sent to Sony, no other way to have it repaired.

[carpetmojo]

mRS jOSEPH:QUOTE: .......It's his time, let him do what he will. It is rather annoying to watch you slam this guy and you don't even know him. Just because YOU wouldn't do it doesn't mean that this guy has no life.......QUOTE.

By all means, let him do what he likes with his life - doesn't mean I can't feel sorry for him....
And the phrase "Get a life" is, as I am sure you really know, is a colloquialism, and not always used with harsh intent, or as a call to string anyone up for doing anything , more a little chiding, and usually expressive of the user's general opinion of the action described.
People can wait in line as long as they like, long as they don't block the pavement/sidewalk......

Originally Posted by TimW

Amen to that. There are many, many people who've attained perfection in their own lives (uh huh) that they feel compelled to "help" others who clearly need assistance. If everyone adhered to MYOB, we would be better off.

Wot ??
Are there really many, many people who have attained perfection in their lives ? You must have knowledge I don't have, 'cos I don't know many who think they have, including me.And how kind of them that do, to help others, I say, as you yourself may do, Brother, Amen to that indeed......
I do feel, however, if everyone minded their own business, adopting it as a religion, as it were, we might very well not be better off.
The vulnerable, elderly, oh lots more spring to mind...... But each to his own, eh ?
Quite a good job the old Samaritan chap was a bit of a nosey old git really, wasn't it.........

[Andrew H.]

Originally Posted by MrsJoseph

So my (current) options are either an iPad or a touchscreen all in one computer. I have to admit to being a bit particular about aesthetics...so the one I like visually the most is the Sony L Series. Which starts at $999.

That's before customization!!!

So I'm looking at the iPad again. And realizing that I really don't need a kitchen computer. But in comparison...the iPad isn't very expensive. In comparison.

There are a couple of refrigerator mounts you can get for the iPad for $30-$50.

[TimW]

Originally Posted by carpetmojo

Wot ??
Are there really many, many people who have attained perfection in their lives ? You must have knowledge I don't have, 'cos I don't know many who think they have, including me.And how kind of them that do, to help others, I say, as you yourself may do, Brother, Amen to that indeed......
I do feel, however, if everyone minded their own business, adopting it as a religion, as it were, we might very well not be better off.
The vulnerable, elderly, oh lots more spring to mind...... But each to his own, eh ?
Quite a good job the old Samaritan chap was a bit of a nosey old git really, wasn't it.........

I threw in the "uh huh" to make it clear that the first sentence was snark. Clearly, I failed.

[Sweetpea]

Originally Posted by Belle2Be

I don't get the "oh its overpriced" argument. I'm looking to get a "PC" tablet for my husband since he's got some personal vendetta with Apple (oy) and they are just as expensive, if not more than the apple ipad.

Comparing a PC tablet to an Ipad or any other Android tablet is wrong. Both Ios and Android are a limited OS. A tablet containing a PC OS is much more versatile and thus more expensive.

[MrsJoseph]

Originally Posted by ilovejedd

Building the computer itself is easy (and quite inexpensive). Heck, even a run of the mill small form factor HP or Dell will work. It's all that work on the frame and wall mounting (embedding really) for the touchscreen that's going to be difficult.


The new VAIO all-in-one's are actually quite ugly compared to the older models. My boss had this one and it was really, really pretty:


I regret not buying one. It was going for less than $1,000 on Amazon before it was discontinued.

Wall mounting the iPad is probably easier as I'm sure there are probably already accessories for that.

You know, the conversation never got much farther than, "No. I'm an accountant for god's sake." lol!

Now that you mention it, the framing could get rather involved. But knowing his contrary self he'd be ok with cutting a hole in the wall (if it ever got finished would be up in the air).

And that old Sony is really nice! It'd look great with stainless steel appliances. *sigh*

Originally Posted by david_e

I'm sure you've considered it but I'll say it anyway, iMac attached to a swing out wall mount, wireless keyboard & trackpad, look to elgato & eyetv to get tv on it. Probably pick up a second hand one that would fit your needs nicely.

Where would I find one? (2nd hand, of course. :-)

[pagansoul]

Google it.

[MrsJoseph]

Originally Posted by carpetmojo

mRS jOSEPH:QUOTE: .......It's his time, let him do what he will. It is rather annoying to watch you slam this guy and you don't even know him. Just because YOU wouldn't do it doesn't mean that this guy has no life.......QUOTE.

By all means, let him do what he likes with his life - doesn't mean I can't feel sorry for him....
And the phrase "Get a life" is, as I am sure you really know, is a colloquialism, and not always used with harsh intent, or as a call to string anyone up for doing anything , more a little chiding, and usually expressive of the user's general opinion of the action described.
People can wait in line as long as they like, long as they don't block the pavement/sidewalk......

See, that's what I'm talking about. It's so unnecessary. Why feel sorry for him?? He's doing what he wants and is pretty happy about it. He probably feels sorry for you. That you seem to have so much time to focus on him instead of what makes you happy.

And there's not much "gently chiding" in telling someone to get a life. It's rude and deliberately so. It only becomes "gently chiding" when speaking to your friends and others that you know and interact with. You're a pretty smart person. I'm sure that this isn't news to you. What you're doing is making assumptions about someone based on the fact that you wouldn't do what he's doing. Well, maybe he wouldn't own multiple ebook readers and would think you're life is empty and you are someone to pity due to your lack of life.

Have you even noticed that most of us here at MR are pretty niche people? Going on for days/weeks/months on end about our computers and our phones and our ebook readers? Have you ever tried to discuss this obsession that we all have with a layperson? And watch their eyes slowly glaze over? Don't pretend that you are any different than that guy waiting in line for the latest new gadget that he wants. If it was some new and shiny toy/book/ereader that made you happy...you'd hop on that line in a heartbeat.

Or maybe not. Maybe you'll just order it online.

[monkeyluis]

Originally Posted by pagansoul

Google it.

I have something similar next to my bed for my iPad.

[MrsJoseph]

Originally Posted by pagansoul

Google it.

Not that thing, lol. n2nd hand iMacs. I've never bought a used computer before.