subject: Things To Consider Before Buying A Touch Screen Laptop [print this page] Things To Consider Before Buying A Touch Screen Laptop
More and more people these day are using laptop computers. All you have to do is go out and take a look around, and see all the different instances of people doing work, playing games, doing homework, or just catching up on the news on their portable computers. With prices dropping rapidly, and technology on it's ever increasing march forward, they seem to be the latest thing. One particular function that some laptops are starting to support is a touch screen. Instead of having to use the mouse to move the curser around on the screen, you can use a stylus, or even your finger to interact with elements on your screen. If you have an iPhone or similar smart phone, these use touch screen technology. However, with a laptop computer, this opens up a new door in possibilities. But should you buy one just yet? This article will help you decide. One of the biggest drawbacks to touch screen technology is the lifetime of the product. Companies have been trying to come out with this kind of thing for a while, but the product life times have been hit and miss. Some products last quite awhile, while others not so much. Generally speaking, products with a smaller touch screen interface tend to last longer. Smart phones, ebook readers, and even electronic dictionaries seem to have some pretty robust screens. It's important thought to always use the stylus provided with these devices. So how about using a touch screen on a laptop computer? Is the technology there yet to provide both the sensitivity, and the robustness that such a thing requires? This actually depends on how much you'll be using your touch screen, and what kind of computing you do, and how much money you're willing to pay. Laptops with a touch screen are a little bit more expensive, and you have a slightly higher risk of using the warranty, which of course means bringing your computer to the shop for repairs. If you are a heavy computer user, and you don't always have time to find enough desk space, or counter top space to set up and connect your mouse, then having a touch screen would probably be a good addition to your computing toolkit. On the other hand, if you usually use your computer at home, or in specific places like Starbucks, school, or the public library, where there's plenty of countertop space, then perhaps you should until technology makes them more affordable, and longer lasting. When all is said and done, touch screen laptops are pretty nifty if you use them enough, and can afford them. If you are a casual user, like myself, and only use your computer in a few places with enough space, then perhaps you should wait a while before investing in one.
