<p>I'm partial to ultrabooks namely because of their light weight and size (I'm fairly skinny and none too strong...), and I'm planning to bring it with me everywhere. I would really like a laptop that lasts long. Right now I'm thinking about majoring in Business/English.</p>
<p>I'm looking at the MacBook Air or Pro, ASUS Vivobooks or Zenbook, Thinkpads (looks heavy :(), and the Acer Aspire. What do you guys think about touchscreens? A couple of my friends have touchscreens and I couldn't help oohing and ahhing at them. But my brother told me they'd eventually become a nuisance. Looking to see what you all think!</p>
<p>Also, I am open to any other suggestions--like tablets, or other manufacturers/models I have not mentioned.</p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
<p>Sorry to double post, but just discovered Lenovo’s Thinkpad X1 Carbon Touch, which does not look heavy (weighs the same as MBA). Anyone have a good experience with it, or other MB ultrabook alternatives? or is the MBA/MBP truly #1?</p>
<p>Edit: I’m sure it might make a difference that I’m interested in games…but nothing too serious. maybe visual novels</p>
<p>The MBA just got a 12-hour battery, but maybe PCs have had that for ages. :eek:</p>
<p>So what do you recommend? As of last night, my dad and I narrowed it down between the Lenovo x230 and the MBA 11"
I like Lenovo’s durability and how it can be upgraded. Not sure if I need it, and a simpler MBA would suffice, as I don’t feel especially tech savvy (and at times lazy). My dad thinks I’d be better off with a PC since I’ve been using them for years. And, MBA is more expensive. I’ve also seen these two recommended the most.</p>
<p>I think that you should get the MBA. I was looking on [Lenovo</a> ThinkPad X230 Review - Watch CNET’s Video & Read Our Review](<a href=“http://www.cnet.com/laptops/lenovo-thinkpad-x230/4505-3121_7-35313302.html]Lenovo”>Lenovo ThinkPad X230 review: Lenovo ThinkPad X230 - CNET) and they said that the Lenovo Thinkpad x230 was bulky. I would rather have something that was light then something bulky. Plus Macs have better warranty and it’s really not a learning curve. If you know how to use an iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, then you know how to use a Mac :). Hope I helped a little bit.</p>