14 DAY TRIAL // Ultramobile PCs have been around for some time now, with their high performance capabilities and impressive features. Still, we don't see people in line just to get one for themselves, which rather makes us ask: where's the catch?
This type of devices currently prove to be highly disappointing, as they fail in bringing enough advantages in order to make it worth the money. First of all, they are very pricey. One such device costs more than a laptop and brings nothing more when it comes to performances. Indeed, it is smaller and easier to carry around, but they are also not enough evolved as to provide the same amount of processes.
Secondly, the battery lasts very little time, which is a major drawback when compared to laptops or, even better, to regular mobile phones. Furthermore, the display screen is one with handset performances, which proves quite a low one for complex actions. This means that when outdoors, in bright sunlight, the small characters in your last business report will almost be impossible to read.
The target for these devices is mainly represented by people who would buy either a low-end laptop or a high-end mobile phone. We are talking only about these devices' performances, as prices will rather show the Ultramobile PCs to be rather expensive.
For example, Samsung's Q1 Ultramobile PC comes for a variable price which ranges from USD800 to USD1,500, depending on its performances. This device is capable of a record of 12-hour battery life. Moreover, it has an impressive 4.4 inch display screen which would make any mobile phone jealous and any laptop laugh in its face.
Still, what such devices do provide with a better quality is Internet experience, far better than that given on mobile phones. This might make them an excellent alternative to what regular handsets have to offer when it comes to mobile Internet.