Feel like I’ve
been a bit whiney the last couple of posts. So, I’m trying to think of some
upbeat and positive information to share. First though, another big whine. I
bought an I-pad in 2007. It’s served me well, but appears to be on its last
leg. Mostly I use it for reading books from the library these days and had just
downloaded about six. Last night I plugged it in at bedtime only to find this
morning that it had not recharged. Tried a variety of things, and finally
plugged it into this computer. It now appears to be sloooooooooowly charging. By
slowly, I mean like 10% over the last hour. At that rate, I’ll be able to use
it tomorrow.
Since there’s no going to the library
these days, I really want my I-pad to work so I can read some books. On the
other hand, if I cannot read, then maybe I’ll spend more time writing these
revealing and wonderful posts you’ve been reading. Of course, since none of us
have much of anything to do, I’m not sure how much longer I can continue coming
up with post material. Seriously, do you want me to go back to my childhood and
dredge up some wonderful memories? Or, I could certainly continue to post about
John and our marriage, travels, events, etc. I’m sure I’ve barely begun to tap
that well of information.
But I digress. I took a look at I-pads
for sale now. It seems there are quite a few models, ranging from about $250 to
over $1,000. I don’t need one of the expensive ones, but which one should I
actually buy? If I had a new one, I’m sure I’d use it for more than just
reading books. Originally, on my current one, I wrote stuff, checked email, sent
email, etc. I do prefer my computer though because I can type so much faster
with my keyboard. Amazon would send in two days, but if I went to Costco, I
could walk out with it in my hand.
Anyway,
my daughter-in-law, Angie, is very knowledgeable when it comes to electronics,
so I sent her an email and asked for her opinion on purchasing a new one. Someone
else I talked to suggested a Kindle, but that’s just for reading although it is
a lot cheaper. And, apparently Samsung has some kind of tablet. I haven’t
looked at that yet. Or, should I buy a laptop computer? I feel so far out of
the loop when it comes to this kind of stuff.
Do
any of you reading this have any suggestions as to what I should buy or where I
should buy it? I’m definitely seeking input so don’t be shy about providing an
opinion on the electronics or what you’d like to see me write about. Thank you
so much in advance.