In a recent test by Channel 5′ s Gadget Show, the Samsung NC10 came out on top in a head to head comparison between three leading netbooks.
The other machines tested were the Acer Aspire One and the Asus eee pc100H. With the help of ITN newsreader, Julie Etchingham, the netbooks were put through their paces, testing several factors, such as battery life, screen visibility and general ergonomics.
The Samsung NC10 was eventually chosen for it’s superior keyboard, and bright 10.2 inch widescreen LED display.
In a crowded netbook market, the Samsung NC-10 distinguishes itself in the stoarge department with a substantial 160Gb hard drive. It also features a relatively lightweight six-cell 5200mAh battery. In a test for theoretical maximum battery life, the NC10 clocked up an unbelievable 9hours and 45 minutes, although in realistic conditions, ie using Wifi and music-listening, expect to get between 4-5 hours use.
The NC10 is currently on offer by 02 with it’s 3Gb and 10GB mobile broadband packages. You also get unlimited Wifi access in any 02 wireless hotspot.
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The NC10 Broadband , is the best notebook on the market. with intergranted simcard.. I think its a best tool for travelling businessman …..
Watchout though if you’re considering getting the NC10 netbook package from Vodafone – it only comes with a 3-cell battery unlike the 6 cell version the retail Samsung is packaged with, meaning you will barely get 3 hour’s use unlike the 7+ hours all the reviews rave about and one of the NC10′s strongest selling points.
Thanks for the tip Den. Yeah, the battery life is a key selling point of the Samsung – always check the spec before you buy!