[OPLINLIST] AWE Computer Input Needed

[Joshua Ashworth]

Hi Michele,

We recently purchased two AWE Early Literacy computers and one tablet. The two new computers are ASUS all-in-one PCs running the latest AWE software. They replaced older models running on Dell small form factor PCs, which never had any hardware issues for us as far as I know. No problems with the new units either, though they have only been installed for a few weeks.

The tablet we purchased for evaluation and runs on a Dell Venue 11 Pro. It comes with a pretty standard case, which we are considering upgrading to something more robust.

Josh


| Joshua Ashworth

| Technology Development Manager

| Dayton Metro Library

| 215 E Third St

| Dayton, OH 45402


From: oplinlist-bounces at lists.oplin.org [mailto:oplinlist-bounces at lists.oplin.org] On Behalf Of Michele Skolmutch
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2014 7:21 PM
To: oplinlist; libraryyouthservices at lists.library.ohio.gov
Subject: [OPLINLIST] AWE Computer Input Needed

Hello Everyone

Has anyone purchased the newer AWE Early Literacy Computers? Are they more reliable than the older models? Ours died just when the warranty ran out a couple of months ago. During the last 2 years we have sent it back 3, maybe 4 times for repairs. I’m not 100% sold on spending the money on something that may wear out in 3 year’s time. (I realize that’s a long time when it comes to technology.) I've been talking with the REP from AWE, but I'm still having reservations.

The AWE is extremely popular at our library to the point that we've had kids fighting over it. If the newer versions are up to the task, that's great. If not, has anyone tried any alternatives?

Thanks, in advance, for your input!

Michele

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