Samsung nc10 or 120?? I've narrowed my netbook search to Samsung models, but having a hard time choosing between the nc10 and the 120. The larger trackpad area and better speakers are very attractive, but I am afraid of that glossy screen. Advice? Samsung nc10 or 120?? I've narrowed my netbook search to Samsung models, but having a hard time choosing between the nc10 and the 120. The larger trackpad area and better speakers are very... » Read More Samsung nc10 or 120?? I've narrowed my netbook search to Samsung models, but having a hard time choosing between the nc10 and the 120. The larger trackpad area and better speakers are very attractive, but I am afraid of that glossy screen. Advice? « Show Less
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Luis, According to the Samsung specs, the NC10 has a 6 hour batter life, the NC10se has a 9.5 hour battery life, the NC110 has a 9.5 hour battery life, the NC120 a 6 hour battery life. My 110 seems to show beween 8.5 and 10 hours on the battery meter when fully charged. I think I actually get about 8+ hours. There is an excellent tech reply in the questions/forums under the NC10, here, at Amazon, under that product heading, by a real techie who knows how to tweek all of the battery life and startup related stuff.
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I own the N120, and the screen is beautiful. I have avoided glossy screens before, but this one is unquestionably the best screen I have had in all of my 6 laptops so far. Also, the N120 has a full size keyboard. I love the machine.
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BizTraveler -- can you also tell me whether the 120 is cool and quiet? I've heard that the NC10 scores high on both accounts. And, after owning a couple of hot, noisy laptops, it's a priority for me. Thanks!
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It seems like the NC10SE has the matte screen and the nice keyboard, putting it ahead of the 120 in my book. I haven't bought either so I'm not trying to justify a purchase after the fact. I guess the touchpad is bigger on the 120 and the battery life is better on the 120 with the ability to only charge to 80%. Wish I could see these matte and glossy screens in person.
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Wondering, I know exactly what you mean. I am trying to make up my mind between the nc10 special edition and the 120. The only thing holding me back from the newer 120 model is that glossy screen. I have an Acer laptop and just last night was trying to watch a movie on it. Lo and behold, no matter what angle I put it in I kept seeing my own reflection. Believe me it was quite distracting not to mention annoying. So BizTraveler can you please tell me if you are watching video/movie can you see your own face on the screen? Once I get that question answered I believe I can quickly make up my mind. So, if you can oblige I will be most grateful. Wondering, I know exactly what you mean. I am trying to make up my mind between the nc10 special edition and the 120. The only thing holding me back from the newer 120 model is that glossy screen. I have an Acer laptop and just last night was trying to watch a movie on it. Lo and behold, no matter what angle I put it in I kept seeing my own reflection. Believe me it was quite distracting not to mention annoying. So BizTraveler can you please tell me if you are watching video/movie can you see your own face on the screen? Once I get that question answered I believe I can quickly... » Read More Wondering, I know exactly what you mean. I am trying to make up my mind between the nc10 special edition and the 120. The only thing holding me back from the newer 120 model is that glossy screen. I have an Acer laptop and just last night was trying to watch a movie on it. Lo and behold, no matter what angle I put it in I kept seeing my own reflection. Believe me it was quite distracting not to mention annoying. So BizTraveler can you please tell me if you are watching video/movie can you see your own face on the screen? Once I get that question answered I believe I can quickly make up my mind. So, if you can oblige I will be most grateful. « Show Less
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Can I rent movies from itunes and watch them while in the car or on a trip? Not a netflix member but would like a computer that I can use to rent movies online for. Also, I can't find the definitive answer - can this be upgraded to 2gb? Thanks.
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I have exactly same question ... on one side the screen is worth it (my boss has DELL 12'' and it's much better than 10''), on the other side battery life on NC20 is much shorter than NC10SE or N110 I have such a feeling NC20 will cost $550 (based no newegg.com) and it's almost $100 more which I think is not worth it
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I would be so curious and interested to know what your other computers are that do not 'compare' with the Samsung - are they netbooks or ultraportables? If so, what exactly makes the Samsung better? Could you describe the screen, please, in detail? Is it bright, deep color saturation, are the fonts clear and legible and crisp, how is it in the sunlight, that sort of thing. So many reviews say 'great screen', but go into no detail, and I really want to know before I take this plunge. Much appreciate.
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I have exactly same question ... on one side the screen is worth it (my boss has DELL 12'' and it's much better than 10''), on the other side battery life on NC20 is much shorter than NC10SE or N110I have such a feeling NC20 will cost $550 (based no newegg.com) and it's almost $100 more which I think is not worth it
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Anyone have ideas? I'm looking at either the newer 810 or last year's 1000 as well. Specs looks similar. Thanks.
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I have the Acer C7. I chose it over the Samsung for a few reasons: I saved $50 by purchasing the Acer and had read reviews that the Acer had a brighter, truer display. The Samsung will probably boot up a few seconds faster than the Acer because of Samsung's 16 GB SSD. The Acer has more horsepower processor wise. Another reason to consider the Acer is because you can add Ubuntu Linux. For me, purchasing a Chromebook was an experiment to see if 100% (or close to it) cloud computing was for me and this was the cheapest way to find out.
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You can open more browser tabs and run more apps. If you don't open more than about 10 tabs the 2GB model may be fine. I purchased the 4GB model because I previously had the Samsung with 2GB. The Acer C720 is substantially faster and more responsive, but it also has a faster processor.
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DAB, It's really easy to say that about anything... It's an opinion. I've used every machine you've posted and feel the 1000he was the best choice. I couldn't stand the NC10's mouse trackpad (way too small) and found the right shift key on the 1000he fine. The function key on the right side of the 1000he is also a HUGE plus. Add in the longer battery life and slightly better CPU (not a huge deal, but still a plus) the 1000he fares better... especially when I got the 1000he for more than $100 LESS than the NC10.
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Not to cast any aspersions on the accuracy Rick's information, but is there anybody else who can independently verify this? I'm not sure what the advantage of the N110 would be over the NC10 SE if this is true.
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My take on the UL20A vs. the 1201N is as follows; If you want to pay $80 less, less battery life, less weight, but be able to play 1080P media and games, then get the 1201N. Otherwise, get the UL20A. The battery life on the 1201N isn't that bad, I can get 4.5 hours or so with medium usage, maybe 2-3 if I play 1080P media continuously. It's pretty decent for its capabilities.
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This model has been around for a while now. I'm wondering what the successor to this television is now? Also, now that Toshiba has the thin-bezel Regza models on debut, I'm wondering if a 40" slim bezel would fit in the same amount of space as this?
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I have the same question. From everything I have read it is basically the same thing except for the red line on the N110 and possibly the screen is more glossy then the NC10 SE. Hope it's the same :) I'm getting my SE tomorrow!
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Yeah thats why they invented Sharpie's so you can just black out the light by coloring it in or stick a bit of electrical tape over it Heh!Going with Samsung I was more comfortable that I would get a quality product.. if the IBM S10 had a better battery life and bluetooth That would have been my first choice... I haven't noticed the llights blinking on the NC10 they are very small and actually hidden under your palms when typing... only blink in standby mode.. or very low battery like 10% or so .. Though at $385 I would have been tempted by the MSI Wind i mentioned above
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http://reviews.cnet.com/best-netbooks/?tag=rb_content;contentNavAsus Eee PC 1005HA has an excellent rating
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My take on the UL20A vs. the 1201N is as follows;If you want to pay $80 less, less battery life, less weight, but be able to play 1080P media and games, then get the 1201N.Otherwise, get the UL20A. The battery life on the 1201N isn't that bad, I can get 4.5 hours or so with medium usage, maybe 2-3 if I play 1080P media continuously. It's pretty decent for its capabilities.
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i gotta say go with nc 100, (because i am going to get one soon).you will like it. but that is just my opinion, if you like nc 120, stick with ur mind
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Well, Mark I'm sitting here wondering the exact same thing. Is 120hz worth it? Matte or shiny? Why is the 4069 scarce in stores? Should I trust Eagle delivery? Should I pay hundreds more to just pick it up at a store? Why is the 4071 $200 more and 4" wider? Or maybe go $300 less with last year's 4065? Sorry I have more questions and no answers.