LEDAdd1ct
Flashlight Enthusiast
I don't own a cell phone. I go on hikes, walks...I go about my life, and draw a line between when I consider it acceptable to be reached by others and when I do not. This being the case, there are occasional times, when traveling or meeting someone at the airport, train station, etc. when I would like a small, portable, WiFi enabled device to drop someone a quick line. I much prefer a desktop computer, 17 or 19" monitor, and IBM model "M" keyboard for 99% of my computer interactions, but, having something small and portable to exchange a quick message might be nice.
There are two routes I can go:
1) I can get a device which functions as a phone but not insert a SIM card and use it only with WiFi.
2) I can get a device which does not have a cellular radio but does have WiFi.
What I would like and care about:
1) An easily replaceable battery
2) Strong, highly sensitive WiFi radio
3) Clear, bright, sharp screen
4) Ability to use Skype and Yahoo! Mail, Google Mail, and Google Voice
5) Fast enough so I do not get frustrated waiting for things to load
6) Durable/strong
7) Smooth interaction between the user and OS
What I don't care about:
1) "Apps" (I just need Skype and a web browser)
2) Looks/cosmetics
The iPod touch does not have screws to easily swap the battery.
The iPod 6 and 6S are too expensive for me.
A used 5S might be an option.
I have been looking at the Blackberry Z10 since they are affordable, and anecdotal reports are that they have strong WiFi reception. However, there are also reports of WiFi disconnecting or being unable to connect.
(Actually, I went through this before purchasing a new vehicle: If you look for problems/issues, you will find it with every product out there).
So, I am not quite sure where to look or what to look at.
An 8" tablet is absolutely definitely too large.
Even 6" might be too large. I am not quite sure.
Apple's products have a very large aftermarket supply and the knowledge base is huge.
Samsung's products, and Android generally, also have a very large following.
The iPad Mini looks neat but does not have a user serviceable battery.
Again, anecdotally, I heard that devices with a plastic/composite housing have better WiFi reception/sensitivity than those in aluminum housings.
In the $200.00 to $250.00 range (max) what is out there that meets my requirements?
There are two routes I can go:
1) I can get a device which functions as a phone but not insert a SIM card and use it only with WiFi.
2) I can get a device which does not have a cellular radio but does have WiFi.
What I would like and care about:
1) An easily replaceable battery
2) Strong, highly sensitive WiFi radio
3) Clear, bright, sharp screen
4) Ability to use Skype and Yahoo! Mail, Google Mail, and Google Voice
5) Fast enough so I do not get frustrated waiting for things to load
6) Durable/strong
7) Smooth interaction between the user and OS
What I don't care about:
1) "Apps" (I just need Skype and a web browser)
2) Looks/cosmetics
The iPod touch does not have screws to easily swap the battery.
The iPod 6 and 6S are too expensive for me.
A used 5S might be an option.
I have been looking at the Blackberry Z10 since they are affordable, and anecdotal reports are that they have strong WiFi reception. However, there are also reports of WiFi disconnecting or being unable to connect.
(Actually, I went through this before purchasing a new vehicle: If you look for problems/issues, you will find it with every product out there).
So, I am not quite sure where to look or what to look at.
An 8" tablet is absolutely definitely too large.
Even 6" might be too large. I am not quite sure.
Apple's products have a very large aftermarket supply and the knowledge base is huge.
Samsung's products, and Android generally, also have a very large following.
The iPad Mini looks neat but does not have a user serviceable battery.
Again, anecdotally, I heard that devices with a plastic/composite housing have better WiFi reception/sensitivity than those in aluminum housings.
In the $200.00 to $250.00 range (max) what is out there that meets my requirements?