How much will Google Chrome OS tablets and netbooks cost?

Q. Hey does anyone know how much a Google Chrome OS Netbook or tablet PC cost? I need a rough estimate so I can save up enough money. Also how long do you think until they will be out and available, I know Google Chrome OS is due to be finished and official released later this year, but will a tablet already be available ?

A. The price is going to depend on the hardware. Maybe $50-$100 less than their Windows 7 counterpart.

I've seen some Chinese made Android/Chrome tablets that are being marketed for under $100 in domestic stores, which means that they will be maybe $200 if they get to the US due to tax and company markups.

I've also seen some Android/Chrome tablets that have an estimated price of over $700, but less if you take out a data contract.

Some tablets are on sale right now, mostly only in Asia. So the hardware will be ready in the US by the sumer this year, and most certainly in time for the holiday sales in fall/winter.

At best guess, aim to save $500. That will but you an iPad. Everybody is aiming to either undercut the iPad in terms of price, or to beat it in terms of performance, so if you can afford an iPad then you will be able to afford the competition, too.

What are some good programs for a netbook?
Q. What are some good programs for a netbook?

A. Depends.
If you are running Windows on it, there aren't any.
Get Ubuntu Netbook Remix, or Android...
Then we're talking.

Should I get a netbook or a Droid Galaxy tablet?
Q. I want something good for novel writing and internet browsing. I want to be able to access the internet with 3G+, just like a Droid cell phone can. I have a Droid cell phone but the keyboard is a pain for working on my novel. I do not care about apps, JUST internet and writing software (like Notepad, Word, etc.)

Should I get a netbook or Droid Galaxy?

A. I would suggest to go with Droid Galaxy Tablet

Dell Streak 7 4G Android Tablet (T-Mobile)
Android 2.2 operating system
Blazing fast 4G speeds on T-Mobile's HSPA+ network for up to 3 times faster than standard 3G networks,
Onboard GPS for navigation and location services
Integrated Google Maps with voice-activated search, turn-by-turn navigation, street and satellite views
5-megapixel rear camera
1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chats
16 GB internal memory




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