The best laptop for kids might be a little bit of a challenge to get, especially after they’ve been handed a brand new Apple iPad or similar device for their first computer. But, once they’re of school age, this changes pretty rapidly as most computers are a part of the basic curriculum at this point and it’s certainly an advantage for them to get some experience using a computer. Kids these days are used to being connected and having access to the internet from pretty much any place so the transition shouldn’t be too difficult. Here are some of the main considerations to keep in mind when you’re looking to buy your kids a laptop – not just for play, but for work.
The screen size on a laptop for kids should match the size of their hands. It’s very easy to get used to having large buttons instead of small ones on a small screen and for high school students, having large buttons that are easier to press and smaller ones that respond more readily to input might be the way to go first. If your kid has trouble pressing large buttons on a smaller keyboard, then consider a different model, one with a bigger keyboard where they can easily press the keys without having to worry about their fingers getting tired. It can take years of use for a small child to get used to the differences between a regular keyboard and a touchscreen so ensure that the laptop for kids you buy have enough space for a child to navigate around on before committing to it.
You’ll also want to consider how functional the LCD screen is. For kids who spend a lot of time watching TV, making sure the screen is bright and easy to read is important. You can get LCD or LED screens but LCDs tend to be a little cheaper so if you can afford them, it might be worth it to go with the LED models. Many kids enjoy using colorful LCD displays on ideapad laptops so make sure you buy one of these to avoid any problems.
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