If You Want A Mini Laptop, Shop Online For A Great Deal

Although these computers are available at most electronics stores and even some department stores, often those are not the best places to find good deals. By shopping online, you can compare prices and find excellent prices on cheap mini laptops. If you simply want to see what is available, you can type in “mini laptop” or a related phrase into a search engine like Google and see what comes up. You will probably find several different computers from different retailers at different prices. This can give you a broad overview of what is available and general pricing.

Comparison Shop

However, if you want an excellent review of products and comparative pricing, you may want to check out a website like Cnet.com that reviews and compares electronics including computers. Here you can find a listing of specifications, expert reviews of the product, user reviews of the product, and pricing of the product at different retailers. You have the option to type in something general like “mini laptop” and select from a variety of the computers that come up in Cnet’s search engine, or you can type in a specific model and find detailed information, reviews, and pricing for that specific model.

Check Out Resellers

Still another method of finding a cheap mini computer online is to search through Amazon Marketplace or an online classified site such as Craigslist. In this case, you may want have a little more information at your disposal and know what you are looking for ahead of time. If you are a person who is already relatively computer savvy, going this route may yield you an excellent deal. It is not uncommon to find people reselling new products through these outlets. Also, you can often find used mini laptops that are still in great condition at very low prices by shopping used online.

Who Makes The Best Mini Laptop?

You want to cut down the hype and find the best mini computer without spending hours doing research? Eeepc computers made by Asus tend to be the most reputable, have been around since the netbooks have been on the market, and have some of the best user and expert reviews around. Asus Eeepc mini laptops are known for being both exceptionally lightweight as well as very durable, and users frequently report that they love the long battery life these laptops have, which is above 7 hours for many models, allowing users to work just about anywhere.

Conclusion

If you find yourself in the market for a netbook or mini laptop, you can easily research products on the Internet and find just the computer that meets your needs. Moreover, it is easy to get a great deal on a reputable product by shopping online.

Their are many advantages to buying a netbook including their compact size, fairly cheap price, and cool features.  Most mainstream netbooks have the all the features you would typically want on a laptop including wireless internet, a web cam, and ability to work on the go.   Netbooks start around $300 which makes them affordable to people who might have never had the opportunity to own a desktop computer or for someone who couldn’t buy a laptop.

So what are some netbook out there to buy?  Which ones are good?  Choosing the right netbook depends on the features that you want, the color you want, and the actual quality you’re willing to pay for.  The screen of the netbook is pretty important when factoring in which one you want.  A smaller screen will make the netbook more portable and usually increases battery life however it makes it less efficient because there is less real estate on the screen itself (lesser resolution).  A netbook with a larger screen will weight more and have less battery life, but it will also make for better entertainment and productivity.  Movies are much better on a large screen.  With that in mind, this list of netbooks below will be organized by quality and price.

Netbooks Around $300

Dell Inspiron iM1012-687OBK Mini 1012 10.1-Inch Obsidian Black Netbook – Up to 8 Hours 8 Minutes of Battery Life

Toshiba Mini 300 Series NB305-N310 10.1-Inch Netbook – Black Onyx

Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-BK 10.1-Inch Intel Atom Netbook Computer (Black)

Netbooks Around $400

Toshiba Mini NB205-N310/BN 10.1-Inch Sable Brown Netbook – 9 Hour Battery Life

Samsung N130-13B 10.1-Inch Slate Blue Netbook – Up to 6.2 Hours of Battery Life

Dell Inspiron iM10V-2734JGN Mini 10v 10.1-Inch Netbook (Jade Green)

Netbooks Greater Than $400

Acer AOD250-1584 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook – Up to 9 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter)	ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1201N-PU17-BK 12.1-Inch Black Netbook – 5 Hours of Battery Life	HP Mini 311-1025NR 11.6-Inch Black Netbook – Up to 6.25 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Home Premium)
Lenovo ThinkPad X100E 11.6-Inch Netbook (Black)	Mirus Educational Schoolmate Convertible 8.9″ Tablet Netbook – Silver (TARCT9XP)

Once you’ve chosen your netbook you should think about any optional accessories or software.  It’s always important to think about whether you need anti-virus software, Microsoft Office, or business productivity software.  Most people make the mistake of buying their laptop without buying the software or carrying case or whatever and end up having to go back to the store and getting what they need.  So instead of making that mistake, remember to get everything while you shop.  Here are the most common things people pick up with their netbooks.

Norton Internet Security 2009 Netbooks Download Card	Logitech V220 Cordless Optical Mouse for Notebooks (Dark Silver)	Targus Sport Clamshell Case Designed for 10.2 Inch Netbooks TNC101US (Black)
Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007	Professor Teaches Office & Windows 7

You have options for buying a Netbook on credit. One is going to a computer store, such as Best Buy. At Best Buy, you can sign up for a Best Buy credit card and finance your Netbook that way. The advantage of going to a computer store is that you can talk to customer service associates who can answer any questions you may have, inform you of the payment plans available, and help you figure out an option that works best for you. This is great for people who like to discuss things with experts before making a decision. Of course, there are other stores to choose from. Calling around first to talk to a customer service associate is a great place to start.

An alternative to this is buying online. On www.amazon.com, you can sign up for an Amazon credit card to finance your Netbook purchase. Currently, they are running a special wherein if you sign up for their credit card and buy a Netbook, there will be no interest if you pay the balance off through monthly payments within six months. And while you will not be able to talk to a customer service associate immediately, Amazon.com and similar websites have great help sections on their sites, as well as customer service representatives who respond quickly to e-mails and can deal with any questions or problems you may have.

So if you think you may want to buy a Netbook on credit, start looking into it. Call some computer stores, visit various electronics websites, and explore payment plans. You do not have to wait—that Netbook you have always wanted could be yours now!

If you were a 13 year old or a teacher in Greece in 2009, the only payment plan you would have had is the investment of the footsteps.  A government-issued coupon was distributed to these citizens for redemption at participating dealers.  In exchange, a Netbook was provided, loaded with software geared towards education, networking capabilities, both wired and wireless, an antivirus package, and either XP or Linux operating system.  Last spring, AT&T of Atlanta and Philadelphia offered Netbooks for as little as $50 to anyone enrolling in a monthly broadband payment plan.  This year Verizon is offering integrated plans with a variety of Netbooks from which to choose.  Some have an 11.7” screen, are Bluetooth compatible, and run Windows 7.

One intended market is the on the go crowd that needs a little more functionality than what is provided by a Smartphone and the accompanying apps.  An optical drive and sometimes even a hard drive, was not included in the first Netbooks, with emailing, internet surfing, social networking, and some file management, including music and photos, the main purpose.

Screens are now averaging 10” in width, whereas the machines were introduced with 7” screens.  Prices today range from $145 to over $1000, which reinforces the statement that the line between laptops and Netbooks is blurring.  When it comes to getting one in your hands, these combination mobile phone and Netbook payment plans can make it a possibility for you.  When making your monthly payments for mobile phone service, considered a necessity by many in a fast paced society, a Netbook purchase will increase range of activities.  Sales representatives can accomplish many tasks while on the road, minimizing overtime when returning to the office.

Payment plans for Netbooks can be simplified when integrated with cell phone service plans.  This underlines the practical applications available when entering the world of cloud computing.

The new Netbooks have been exploding in popularity, mostly because you can get a brand new one for $200. However, Netbooks are much less powerful than a good mid-range laptop and thus are not suitable for most business purposes. The Netbook option only makes sense for home users who do little more than surf the net and correspond via email.

When using a credit card to purchase laptops, easy payments of under $20 a month are possible. The purchaser is also protected if the computer is defective in some way. However, the downside is that, especially if you pay just the minimum amount due to keep payment amounts low, because of the interest you pay you end up paying a lot more for your computer in the long run. In addition, if you make payments late you can pay hefty penalties. The same downside applies if you go the route of getting a loan, only with the interest rates and penalties being worse, and no protection.

The best way to save money in both the short and long run is to first pay the largest amount down that you can afford, and use an installment plan for the rest, as long as you carefully look at the terms of the plan. Make sure that you can get your computer right away, and will not be paying for years and years. Dell is one computer company that offers good payment plans.

The first model that we will review is the Samsung N120, 12GBK, 10.1 Inch Black Netbook with 6 Cell battery. It also comes in white for variety and it is equipped with a 1.6 GB Hard Drive and 1GB of RAM with a 3-in-1 memory card reader. It also boasts a 1.6 GHz Atom N270 Processor and comes with a Microsoft XP Home service Pack 3.

The positive opinions given are that this item is great if you want something lightweight but do not want to lose the power you have in hand. Customers who have bought this model have described the item as ‘enough’ in terms of having a good traveling companion that does not skip on applications. Some mentioned after loading Windows 7 on their unit that it worked just fine, the speakers worked very well and although the screen was described as glossy it was not overly so. As for the portability of the unit, many claim to have received 8 hours of portable power out of it. It is also a very simple model to understand and thus, very elegant and easy to get to know.

Negative comments seem, for some people, to be that the screen is too glossy and hard to read and they also complained that the screen was also smaller than the earlier Samsung NC10 model. This seems hardly noticeable and the users who complained about the smaller screens admitted they had to check the difference using a tape measure. Obviously some people are ‘put off’ by this so-called drawback but if you are able to see past that then you get a pretty powerful machine for a very reasonable price. This Netbook will set you back $329.95 new on Amazon or $313.95 refurbished.

The second Netbook to be reviewed is the HP Mini 110- 1127NR 10.1-Inch Pink Netbook with 8 Hours of battery Life and Widows 7 Starter. This Netbook also comes in white for the those who do not prefer pink and it comes with a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 processor (512 KB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB), 1 GB DDR2 RAM (1 Dimm), and a supporting 2 GB maximum. It has a 250GB (5400RPM) SATA Hard Drive and to compliment the 10.1 inch Diagonal WSVGA Anti-glare widescreen Display (1024 x 600) it sports an Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 (shared) totaling 128MB graphics memory.

On the positive side, this Netbook weighs only about three pounds, can fit easily into a book bag, and is said to be great for taking notes in class. The 6 cell battery gives up to eight hours of battery life and works great with PowerPoint, Excel and Word. It is also great for checking email as well and for browsing the internet. The only real drawback that some fans of the model are that it does not have CD/DVD drives like most Netbooks. This however can be remedied with an external drive.

Further negative opinions reported by some are that the battery on the Netbook adds half an inch to the depth of the unit. This problem is a really subjective annoyance, some people will be bothered, and some will not. You still get a pretty powerful unit that is easy to type on and will last the entire working day while being easy to carry around. This model is a bit pricier but you do get more and it will set you back around $379.99 brand new.

The third notebook being reviewed and probably the best value and best all round model for its price is the ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005HA-PU17-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook- with 10.5 hours of Battery Life and a Windows 7 Starter. This Netbook comes equipped with a 1.66GHz Intel Atom N280 Processor, 1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 x SODIMM Slot, and 2GB Max. It sports a 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400 RPM), 10.1 inch WSVGA 1024×600 LCD Display, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n.

Positive opinions are that it is a smallish model but very solidly built and even better crafted than models that are more expensive. Some impressive opinions are that being the size of a book, it can fit inside a large jacket pocket. The software runs smoothly and very well although some say that the 1G of Ram could run faster. However if you are just doing the basics like taking notes or writing papers and using the internet, as well as checking email, it runs very adequately and 10.5 hours of power is more than most need when they are using a Netbook. The screen is commented to be especially crisp and clear despite it being a small model. This only adds to its charms, as one of the main reasons one gets a Netbook in the first place are the smaller size for easy portability. Another collective compliment for this model was a very good user friendly keyboard, almost as good as a regular keyboard that takes a short time to get used to.

Some negative opinions are an inability to change ones desktop image. People being people, their individuality is very important to them do like to have a choice. Some people may miss having a picture of their family on the desktop, especially if they are away from home for extended periods. Let us hope this wayward feature has been noted by Asus and is being corrected. Another negative opinion is that if you use it to full capacity, for example if you use Firefox for your internet browser it does tend to freeze after opening 3 or 4 windows; again as a consequence of the 1GB of RAM making the Netbook, in some people’s opinion a little slow and inadequate. Some also mentioned that the resolution was somewhat lacking. This is clearly a subjective problem, because as mentioned before, many customers have praised the model for its clarity.

However, for the price, you are getting quite a generous number of features and depending on how much you may use a Netbook for, it is enough to fill your needs. At Amazon, this model will set you back from around $349.99 depending if it is new or used.

These three models are among the best Netbooks available from Amazon.com for service application, power, size and even gender preferences. Do not forget to make sure the hardware you buy is compatible with any new software for at least a few, ideally up to five years in the future.

The store credit card from Best Buy is a great choice for anyone seeking netbook financing.  With the card you can make monthly payments on your terms.   Plus, if you spend more than $249 on your purchase (a given if you’re buying a mini laptop), you can take part of the current offer which is no interest store wide for 18 months.   As long as you pay off your netbook purchase within 18 months, you’ll have 0 interest!  Simply put, it would be like you were paying with cash.

Best Buy has a great selection of netbook computers and deals for netbooks.  Depending on who you’re buying it for (yourself included) you can choose a standalone netbook or bundle that works best for you.  If you’re getting a netbook for someone that loves to download and listen to music, you should consider the Dell Inspiron Mini Netbook.  It’s a limited edition netbook that’s great for that special girl in your life.  If you want to get the netbook package that gives you a running start, you should check out the HP Mini 110-1125NR netbook package that they have.  The bundle comes with a memory card and slip case to help you get off your feet the moment you start it up.

Besides buying a netbook from Best Buy and using their in-store financing plans.  You should consider talking to your bank about a line of credit or a credit card provided by them.  A line of credit is great for people who don’t want to worry about the spending temptation of a credit card.  Talk with a loan adviser at your bank to learn more about the lines of credit they have available.

With all the choices for financing available for netbooks, you can certainly find an option that works great for you.  There are credit cards, websites, and credit unions/banks available to give you the payment plan that you need.

For the best selection of netbooks and accessories for netbooks, check out Best Buy.  Plus, Best Buy has a great credit card program for people buying from them.  If you’re planning on getting a netbook computer for someone for Christmas, you’re probably wanting to get that special person “the whole package”.  What I mean by that is accessories and software to help the get a running start.  Best Buy will have bags, anti-virus software, and accessories like a wireless mouse and keyboard.  You should definitely look at their website or go to one of their stores near you to learn more about their netbook options.

Beyond Best Buy, should should also try Target for a good selection of mini laptops and a good financing plan (with rewards) to boot.  If you’re seeking to make small monthly payments on a web laptop purchase, you should consider the Target RedCard.  Plus, after you earn a certain amount of reward points, you qualify for a 10% off certificate.  This certificate can save you hundreds of dollars if you shop at Target enough.

Netbook payment plans are simple to get and only require you to shop around.  Check out monthly payment plans provided through local stores through store credit cards or also credit lines provided by banks or websites.  With enough study (check out the Laptops with Bad Credit site for more information) you can come to an informed decision for buying a netbook.

Netbook laptops, however, have been steadily improving in screen size and graphics to accommodate consumers who want a little more power at their fingertips without the high price of a full laptop computer.

Securing the money to get netbook laptops may require some creative financing. They can range in price from about $300 to $500. In a tough economy, leisure spending and items considered “luxury” items (not necessities) are last on a list of priorities. However, many people who are out of work need the ease of a netbook to assist in job searches or doing work as an independent contractor.

One way many have been able to acquire no credit check netbooks is through buy-here pay-here rental outlets that allow customers to make weekly payments on household or electronic merchandise. Usually, you must provide proof of identity and proof of residence in order to walk away with a netbook. There is a substantial interest rate over time for these programs. The total cost in the end is much more than you would have paid with outright cash. However, it does give you immediate access to a computer.

Another option is to have the netbook attached to your current cell phone account. Two major mobile carriers have already begun offering a $99 netbook with a two-year contract. It may mean a higher monthly bill for your wireless service, but, again, you gain access to the netbook. In some cases, the netbook has even started to replace Smartphones for business purposes. They can do just about anything a Smartphone can do and usually at the same price.

No matter which option is right for you, the benefit of no credit check netbooks is to remove the hassle of having to get approved for financing. The key is to find a solution you can live with for a couple of years (because that is probably how long it will take to pay for it) and commit to it. Your netbook could be a signature away.