MSI Wind U100 1616L

A superb netbook which far exceeds it's internet browsing re ... (1398 words)
by litangmu - written on 19/09/10, updated on 19/09/10 (Very useful, 79 readings)
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For the technically minded, use ISO files, otherwise just use a memory stick! With a good 4.5 hours from the 6 cell battery, and a reasonable 2.5 hours from the 3 cell, I can only strongly endorse the purchase of the MSI Wind . I almost spat my tea out when I saw the price of the iPad. Why bother? This is practically a fully functioning laptop, with a keyboard, mouse, webcam and bluetooth (yes, bluetooth!) for less than half the price! It will quickly become your best friend and, as in my case, your little baby who you genuinely couldn t bear to be apart with! ...

MSI Wind U100 1618XP

Stick to better brands like HP (218 words)
by JonWard - written on 30/08/10 (Useful, 29 readings)
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There seems to be a conflict of opinion between owners of these about wether upgrading the memory invalidates the warranty. I emailed this question to MSI support and they told me that upgrading the memory will not effect the warranty. In my opinion the laptop (after using it for a few weeks) feels very flimsy and the plasitc is very thin. The touch pad is also very quick to wear down which can leave the machine looking very unsightly. I would definately reccomend going for something like a HP or a more well known brand. The only reason I purchased two of these was because they were simply the best spec d machine for the price at the ...