Netbook recommendations

[Alex]

Yeah, if you want to use it standing you need a touchscreen.

If a cell phone is too small then a small tablet like this one, even if it is overfeatured, is the best option for usability. Using a standard netbook is just like using a regular laptop. The advantage being that it isn't such a pain in the butt to carry around.

Or tell him to set down on the courthouse steps.