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While it's generally true that cooling a slimmer laptop is tougher than a 'normal' one, it doesn't mean that a slimmer laptop will necessarily be hotter. Manufacturers can take various steps to reduce the heat generated in these laptops (such as by using lower power ULV or ultra low voltage processors). They take a hit on performance which is not usually felt by general users, but laptops with ULV chips run a lot cooler and have better battery life too. Also, what you call compromises, some people call trade-offs.
For instance, for someone who travels a lot may need something lightweight and he/ she may be willing to give up some ports and a DVD drive to make that happen. Typically, smaller/thinner laptops will always have fewer ports - fewer USB ports, a memory card reader slot could be skipped and older ports like S-video and Firewire will be done away with.
You'll likely have to adjust with a smaller screen size and possibly a smaller trackpad. Battery life also may be an issue, but newer Ultrabooks can manage up to 8 hours while staying under 1.5kg.
Is it necessary to use a screen protector? I've heard so many people talk about a screen protector for their phone or tablet as a necessity - something that's purchased along with their device and replaced every few months. My reasoning is that with all this talk of hardened screens, 'Gorilla Glass' and a short life cycle, one doesn't really need screen protectors anymore. What's your take?
- Bijoy S
Newer capacitive touchscreens have become very sturdy. Especially if you're sure that your device is equipped with a Gorilla Glass screen (a brand name owned by Corning), you probably don't need a screen protector. To check whether your device has a hardened screen, look up the official specs. There are certain exceptions however. For instance, if you must keep your cellphone without a cover, in a pocket that also keeps a lot of loose change and keys, then a screen protector might be a good idea.
Or if a tablet screen is going to be roughly used. Some people also get screen protectors for reasons other than screen protection. You can get privacy guards (they hide the screen from people sitting off to the side) or you can get mirrored screen protectors that work as a mirror when the screen is off.
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For instance, for someone who travels a lot may need something lightweight and he/ she may be willing to give up some ports and a DVD drive to make that happen. Typically, smaller/thinner laptops will always have fewer ports - fewer USB ports, a memory card reader slot could be skipped and older ports like S-video and Firewire will be done away with.
You'll likely have to adjust with a smaller screen size and possibly a smaller trackpad. Battery life also may be an issue, but newer Ultrabooks can manage up to 8 hours while staying under 1.5kg.
Is it necessary to use a screen protector? I've heard so many people talk about a screen protector for their phone or tablet as a necessity - something that's purchased along with their device and replaced every few months. My reasoning is that with all this talk of hardened screens, 'Gorilla Glass' and a short life cycle, one doesn't really need screen protectors anymore. What's your take?
- Bijoy S
Newer capacitive touchscreens have become very sturdy. Especially if you're sure that your device is equipped with a Gorilla Glass screen (a brand name owned by Corning), you probably don't need a screen protector. To check whether your device has a hardened screen, look up the official specs. There are certain exceptions however. For instance, if you must keep your cellphone without a cover, in a pocket that also keeps a lot of loose change and keys, then a screen protector might be a good idea.
Or if a tablet screen is going to be roughly used. Some people also get screen protectors for reasons other than screen protection. You can get privacy guards (they hide the screen from people sitting off to the side) or you can get mirrored screen protectors that work as a mirror when the screen is off.
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