Netbook / Small Notepad spec thread for mum

Yurka · 13 Sep 2010 at 09:38

Hi, was looking for some help with this if possible, been looking at the 311 Mini and the T130 and also the Acer Timeline 18xx.

Uses:
Emails/Web
Office
Iplayer
Wifi built in
Photos

I'd like it with Windows 7 and as future proof as possible say to last 4 years.

Spec wise:
Light and ultra portable - say around the 13.6" screen size.
Quick, don't want it to be sluggish.
Easy to read.
Card reader for camera/USB port

Budget would be around £350 excluding VAT, but that's flexible if it's worth getting a few extras etc.

Thanks

edscdk · 13 Sep 2010 at 09:43

I think you are going to have to up your budget if you want to strictly keep to your needs.

the cheapest 13" laptop from a cheap place that sells quite a few is £450, and its a dog, the next cheapest that may be ok is £480

Yurka · 13 Sep 2010 at 13:49

What do you have in mind?

MasterPlan1 · 13 Sep 2010 at 15:26

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=LT-061-TS&groupid=959&catid=1828&subcat=

PermaBanned · 14 Sep 2010 at 18:52

V13 4100? £340 inc. VAT for a 13.3" LED Screen, an Intel ULV Pentium Dual Core 4100, 2GB DDR3, a 320GB HDD etc. Easily enough for those uses listed, no OS as standard but again, Linux is the best option for stuff like that.

olivier renault · 14 Sep 2010 at 19:27

I'd get the Tosh' T130 / Asus UL30A / Acer 3810TZ against any netbooks (except maybe the 1215N).

Yurka · 22 Sep 2010 at 08:36

How about the following, Acer Aspire Timeline 5810TZ. Anyone used one or have one?

olivier renault · 22 Sep 2010 at 17:14

It's the 15'' version of the 3810TZ. With added dvd drive. You also have the 4810TZ as a compromise. I don't think you'll noticed much difference between the three models (apart from the size and bulk obviously). the 13'' might be a bit sturdier (less potential for flex).