Gaming A choice.

[Sop]

Should I get a net book, a 3DS or a tablet PC and what is a good net book. Because I have $500 (and don't rant because "It's like comparing apples and oranges".)

 

[DigitalDeviant]

well for starters a netbook and 3DS are way different things. What do you need it to do? If you need to edit documents and browse the web but don't need a high power HD machine get a netbook, which go for around $200 maybe less.

 

[Sop]

I would rather get a tablet PC or a 3DS.

 

[Ikki]

I'd go with the 3DS

 

[nryn99]

3ds yeah.

 

[Rydian]

Just so you're aware, you know that tablet PCs are not usually meant for art, right?

 

[Sop]

What will I do with the other $152?

 

[purplesludge]

I'd say wait for some hands on experience with the 3ds then make your decision.

 

[Sop]

Just so you're aware, you know that tablet PCs are not usually meant for art, right?

... I don't do much art the only art I do is on paper..

 

[Deleted User]

Get a 3DS, save for a flashcart, otherwise wait for OOT & buy SF IV upon release.

 

[DigitalDeviant]

use it to buy the psp2!!!!

 

[Originality]

What to get... depends on what you need. Handheld gaming console, pocket computer for basic webs and office work, or this year's "hot gimmick", the Tablet.

Personally, I'd go for the 3DS. Netbooks and tablets (iPad or the new ones coming out this year) are too weak for what I'd want to use them for, and for everything else I've got my smartphone. 3DS is supposed to be $250... so use the remaining $250 for the PSP2 when it comes out. That or save up for the next "hot gadget" that you want to buy in a few months time.

 

[SilentJay]

get a cheap subnotebook. or a decent netbook like asus eeepc or something.

 

[Y05h1]

Get an iPad?

Especially if you don't already have an iOS device. For someone with an iPod Touch or an iPhone, there's less reason to get an iPad (though reason enough), but for someone without one, well, you're missing out on a great platform and a great device. The App Store is huge, and a fantastic place to find new software/games/etc., often for free. The perfect place to support indie game development.

Oh, and Plants vs. Zombies (the best version).

 

[Originality]

Lasted I checked, iPad cost more than $500.

 

[Haloman800]

DEFINITELY get a netbook.

3DS isn't a computer and tablet computers are very limited.



Computers do everything.. Sort of.

 

[Originality]

Can YOUR computer play hundreds of gimmicky games in eye-wrenching 3D?

 

[Wizerzak]

Can YOUR computer play hundreds of gimmicky games in eye-wrenching 3D?

it can if you've got a good nvidia graphics card like me XD

 

[Originality]

You're wrong, nVidia's 3D so far looks alright (it only has problems with multiple-depth UIs), even if it requires funky glasses. 3DS 3D is the stuff that makes eyes turn to jelly and ooze out of eye-sockets and down your face. Tastes sour.

And there are no gimmicky games for PC... yet. I expect the Kinect will bring its fair share soon enough though...

 

[rastsan]

Hold your cash and wait there will be better stuff out...
Wait for the hype to end over the 3ds and the Ipad. There is a lot of new tablets slated to be realeased that will kick but and have really good functionality.
choosing right now, eh, just wait a month or two.