Gift Ideas: Ipad or Netbook for Niece/Nephew

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around choosing between an iPad and a netbook as a gift for a nephew. Participants explore the functionality, usability, and overall value of each device, considering factors such as cost, reliability, and intended use.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions whether to choose an iPad or a netbook for their nephew.
  • Another participant expresses a preference for a netbook.
  • Some participants note that netbooks are cheaper and more functional, while iPads are perceived as cooler.
  • One participant appreciates the iPad's interface and app availability but raises concerns about its reliability and higher cost compared to netbooks. They also mention the lack of USB ports and the need for a PC to manage files.
  • Another participant suggests that if the device is intended to be the primary computer, a netbook would be more suitable, while an iPad might be better for casual use or entertainment.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing opinions on the suitability of iPads versus netbooks, with no consensus reached on which device is definitively better for the intended purpose.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight various considerations such as reliability, functionality, and intended use, but do not resolve the implications of these factors on the decision-making process.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals considering gift options for children or young relatives, particularly in the context of technology and devices.

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Should i have a Ipad or a netbook like eee pc?
As a gift for my little nephew.
 
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I'd much rather have a netbook.
 
Netbook is cheaper and more functional. On the other hand, the Ipad is kind of cooler.
 
I like the iPad for some things. It has a very good interface, very responsive. Very simple to use. The apps are wonderful, though navigating the iStore is an eyesore. I think it comes down to what your nephew has for his priorities. To be more in the crowd, he might want an iPad.

I don't like the iPad because it is a little hit and miss for reliability. Make sure you extend that warranty. It doesn't have the same history as their other hardware. Overall, people seem pleased enough, though. Mine died the first week I bought it. Fortunately, Verizon simply handed me a new one (after nearly an hour fiddling with the first one). It's also much more expensive compared to a netbook. No USB or expansion ports and needs a PC to manage most files. Apple is now also wrangling with a bizarre security issue with their batteries, of all things.

Netbook? Not as cool to have and play with, but at least it's all there. And usually around 100 gigs or more of memory storage. Mine was cheap and I'm very happy with it. I think if I go with another tablet, it'll be the Nook Color. Maybe the Samsung Galaxy.

In short, an iPad is more toy and a netbook is more tool. The iPad feels more natural (I think it feels great and don't regret buying it), and I can see how receptive people are to it as they bring it with them on their work breaks. The more serious crowd seems to prefer the netbooks. But the iPad is overpriced, as nice as it is.
 
Oooh! The rich / generous uncle / aunt!

If it's to be their primary computer, and used as such, definitely the netbook (along with some instruction on how to use an external hard drive or Dropbox or some such).

If it's meant to be a toy / video viewer / whatever, possibly the iPad.
 

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