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Q: Do you know any places with power outlets, Wi-Fi, a nice view and possibly some quiet in Shanghai
I was wondering if someone could recommend some nice spots in shanghai where you could work on your laptop while enjoying a bit of a view. Parks are great but I can only stay for as long as my battery lasts.
The Shanghai mayor's office. Or any up scale Chinese government offices.
You are asking for a lot. Nice view, quiet, free wifi, free power.....I suppose you might like to add butler service as well? Please, it's Shanghai...nothing is free.
I would recommend two batteries, if.....you have an older Mac.
If I remember correct MacBook Pro 2007 or older should do it well in Shanghai parks.
Make sure, you bring an umbrella too, if sunny weather.
GorgoSparta:
Mine's a macbook air...not sure if I have that option but I'm getting the sense I have to give up on the view thing, so power sockets and Wi-Fi will do for now
icnif77:
You cannot use spare battery, because you can't remove your existing battery on Mac.
In 2007 models (or earlier), battery was removable, and I used two batteries for hot-spots
in USA. 'sneaky bastard…..' I guess, I was 'developing' Mac without Jobs knowledge! O2, o2.
I'm convinced, wi-fi access should be free, similar to radio signals after 2nd WWar
, but everywhere you go (except USA), they charge for Internet access.
icnif77:
I have battery charger, which can be used on almost all Mac products, except MacBook.
My I-pod can go on and on for some 24h with battery charger.
Not with a view but you could try Perry's bar in the daytime. Plenty of power sockets and wifi. And good food.
GorgoSparta:
Been there once at night, wasn't sure it was open during the day. Its alot like Nanjing's Ellen's and that was good. Thanks, I'll check it out.
xunliang:
Yeah it's great during the day, hardly any people. But it still plays music so it might not be as quiet as you were hoping. Still a great place to chill out with your laptop though.
icnif77:
Use (good) ear plugs and ITunes for noise. I recommend Ultimate Ears (Superfi 500 Pro).
On Chinese trains, only cigarette smoke bothers me. I can't hear anything outside of UE.
Try Pudong Airport. It is somehow quite in afternoon , planes are amazing, and if you have ticket to home, the experience is priceless 
I seriously doubt you can get all 4 in one place anywhere in China. Pick two and you will be able to find your Shangrila.
GorgoSparta:
Picked two, Wi-Fi and power outlets so I've started going to Perry's in the afternoon. Got hammered the first time but I learned also the music is a plus.
