Member Contributer oyama Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 It is time for me to get a new device to replace my 5 years old laptop. I carried my laptop at least once a year on the VFR. (tmac) My 15.6” laptop is a little cumbersome in the bike trunk. I would like to get a somewhat motorcycle friendly device. I have been debating among a tablet, ultrabook and laptop. These are the advantages I see. What are your thoughts? What would you pick (or have) for yourself and why? Tablet: Smaller More durable Last longer per charge Smaller charging cable than laptop and same as my phone. Can be charged while riding Easily can act as a GPS Laptop/ultrabook: Better to type on. Bigger screen. Can store pictures/videos from camera or GoPro. I could use it for school. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer vfrcapn Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 The first question is what do you want to use it for? Typing out or editing papers, intensive web browsing or spreadsheets I'd go with a laptop/ultrabook, maybe a 14" screen with one of the SSD drives. Some laptops are coming with touchscreens too, check HP. I use my 7" Kindle Fire "on the road" when I know I'll need more than my phone for email and web but don't want to lug around my old laptop. Fits nicely in a tankbag. Battery life is a huge plus. If you don't go with a 3 or 4G tablet, most with just wifi will tether to your phone wirelessly, like I do with the Kindle. When I get home though I always revert back to the laptop, not sure I'm ready to give that up for just a tablet. Although there are the add on keyboards/screens/storage devices to expand them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer rdguy Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 ACER Aspire 100, used to run Ubuntu netbook remix, which was great. I need to find a more modern lightweight version of Ubuntu, but that's not quite what you're asking... I'd still choose some sort of netbook - something with a real keyboard. So call me a dinosaur. Glenn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4 Rosso Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Up untill now I haven't been interested in a tablet, but as my laptop is also getting close to the end of it's life cycle I am interested in the soon to be introduced Surface by Microsoft that looks like it can be used as both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmythecop Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I carry a Glock 26. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer YoshiHNS Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 This is assuming that you have a desktop at home that you can do real work on when you need to. If you need to do any normal computing or file storing, then you have to go laptop. If you just want something to check email on or look at some web pages while you're on the road, then any cheap tablet will do the trick. I picked up an old Micro Velocity tablet for $50 that can serve that purpose. Well, actually got it for the shop to see if it could replace the 15 year old rolodex (it can). And I wouldn't use it as a GPS. The cost of the data plan alone would let you buy a decent to nice GPS with more functions (and probably work with gloves on). Can't really recommend a netbook unless it is really cheap. Not something you want to live with. Slow and not that nice to work on. Great for portability though. If you don't have a desktop at home, then you probably should get a laptop. Asus Zenbook UX31E is a pretty nice one. Lenovo Ideapads are pretty good too, but pricier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I carry a Glock 26. +1 G23 and my backpack! Soon to be carring an iPhone if I can find a mount that'saffordable and works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wera803 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I carry a Glock 26. :+1: That's exactly what I was thinking. Either a Glock 26 or 36. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer IntAceptor Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 Kel Tec PF-9 WHY? for virus protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer clwesel Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 Kel Tec P3AT Mostly for zombies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Burns Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 XD-40. Oh wait, it's not that kind of thread? Oyama, what are your needs, when on the road? You are spot on w/ the pros and cons, but what do you REALLY use it for? if it's just for surfing and email, I'd shoot for a tablet.. small, great battery life.. if you are using it for more (like picture downloading, etc) then maybe an ultrabook.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4 Rosso Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 (like picture downloading, etc) wink wink nudge nudge, say no more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer zupatun Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 9mm with hollow points. Android phone to call for backup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer RED RUNNER Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 An ultra book with SSD is the way to go. However If you like the touchscreen idea and need the functionality of Windows, the Microsoft Surface is going to be a really cool Windows 8 tablet that has a new, innovative keyboard. I am sure it will have GPS too. As I understand it, the GPS on the Glock only works if you point it at somebody, so I would just stick with a tablet or ultrabook. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tailgunn Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I only carry a hot blonde...you can figure out the usefulness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Aegisranger Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 Kel Tec P3AT Mostly for zombies. +1 Me too P3AT, but not for zombies... need a shotgun for zombies, .380s are too small. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Rice Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 I'd go for a small laptop. I own both, an iPad and a laptop. iPad or other tablets are only good for email and web browsing. If I can only have one, i'd definitely choose a laptop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer ronimalvfr Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 XD-40 and my iPhone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer obryap Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 +1 XD-40 and my iPhone Android phone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer VFRwhisp Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 I must be the only person so far to carry an XD-45...and my iPhone. because I can :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarge Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 9mm Hornady Critical Defense (Critical Duty when I can get my hands on some). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Burns Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 (like picture downloading, etc) wink wink nudge nudge, say no more THIS is why I ride a VFR where else can someone start a thread about computer stuff, and it degrages into a gun thread… and someone tosses in a little Monte Python for good measure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 HTC smartphone + company paid data plan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmythecop Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Sorry I jacked the thread. This a good topic, and one I should pay attention to because up till now, I have carried Travis and shoved SD cards at him and stated "make it go" I should be more self-sufficient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer njcop Posted September 21, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted September 21, 2012 Glock 27 and my Droid3. Not much else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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