Samsung NC10-14GB 10.2-Inch Blue Netbook - 6 Cell Battery Best Quality

I wanted to buy a netbook for surfing and basic word processing while my Dell XPS laptop was back at dell for repair. Given the issues I had with my Dell I wanted to go with a non-dell brand. After much research I elected to buy the Samsung because of the screeen and battery life - and I'm glad I did.

The screen is bright and clear and looked sharper than the HP mini netbook and Asus Eee PC Netbook that were on display at Best Buy. Additionally the whole unit is about the size of the screen - not like the Asus where the screen is framed in by a good 1 1/2" of plastic on all sides.

It was super easy to upgrade the memory to 2G - I removed the cover, poped out the old, replaced with the new $26 memory and replaced cover. Total upgrade time was less than 5 min.

The keyboard is also suprisingly comfortable and easy to type on. Size and feel are booth really good.

The battery life is really good. I have had at least 6 hours of charge with basic use (bluetooth turned off).

The design is thoughtful and simplified - just what you need nothing more. (more like the HP than the Asus which was kind of clunky).

Finally I'd like to do a shout out to JR's Music and Computer via Amazon. I ordered on a Thursday by noon, selected regular shipping and had my unit the next day - WOW.

Cons - this unit doesn't have the Microsoft Works that some of the other netbooks include I had to add it which did add to the price - but I think it was worth it.

I hope my findings help others. This is a great unit and I was glad I bought from JRs.
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Samsung NC10-14GB 10.2-Inch Blue Netbook - 6 Cell Battery Top Quality

I purchased this product only 3 months ago. Just this week the battery died. The desktop battery indicator says it is fully charged, but indeed it is empty. When I try to recharge it, it does not because it appears full.

I have read on internet forums the same problem. It seems that Samsung has neglected the battery production. According to other customers they had their batteries replaced by the Samsung Technical Support Center. But in my case I traveled for studying abroad, I can not make effective the warranty.

What botters me is that Samsung, knowing that it is a common problem, does not warn prospective consumers. It does not matter that they are willing to change the defective battery, but I does matter that they do not retire from the market such a faulty battery. Shame on Samsung.Get more detail about Samsung NC10-14GB 10.2-Inch Blue Netbook - 6 Cell Battery.