Hey, what's a good Tablet PC brand that you'd recommend? Thanks!

"Chen Shen" <chen@cshen.ca> wrote in message
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Hey, what's a good Tablet PC brand that you'd recommend? Thanks!

Lenovo www.lenovo.com

That would depend on several things. What works well for one may not be what
works for you.

If you gave us some additional requirements, we could probably assist you
more.
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Terri Stratton
Microsoft Featured Community
http://thetabletpc.net
Forums - http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
Microsoft Windows MVP- Tablet PC



"Chen Shen" <chen@cshen.ca> wrote in message
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> Hey, what's a good Tablet PC brand that you'd recommend? Thanks!

I just need a relatively cheap but reliable one for taking university notes.
Preferably a somewhat large screen that's as light as possible. However the
latter isnt too much of a concern since I'm on a budget. Thanks!

"terri" <terri@no.mvps.spam.org> wrote in message
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> That would depend on several things. What works well for one may not be
> what works for you.
>
> If you gave us some additional requirements, we could probably assist you
> more.
> --
> Terri Stratton
> Microsoft Featured Community
> http://thetabletpc.net
> Forums - http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
> Microsoft Windows MVP- Tablet PC
>
>
>
> "Chen Shen" <chen@cshen.ca> wrote in message
> news:eGTGSaIhHHA.284@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>> Hey, what's a good Tablet PC brand that you'd recommend? Thanks!
>
>

I have several reviews on my site (in signature) as do many other sites.
The comparison charts are divided between slate and convertible models. If
you find the specifications you're looking for, the manufacturer's suggested
retail price is listed, however you can usually find better prices.

The largest Tablet is a 14" but they're far from light. A 12.1" screen
seems to be the average size, although you can go considerably smaller. As
expected, size increases weight.
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Terri Stratton
Microsoft Featured Community
http://thetabletpc.net
Forums - http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
Microsoft Windows MVP- Tablet PC

"Chen Shen" <chen@cshen.ca> wrote in message
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>I just need a relatively cheap but reliable one for taking university
>notes. Preferably a somewhat large screen that's as light as possible.
>However the latter isnt too much of a concern since I'm on a budget.
>Thanks!
>
> "terri" <terri@no.mvps.spam.org> wrote in message
> news:u9D7VsQhHHA.4980@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
>> That would depend on several things. What works well for one may not be
>> what works for you.
>>
>> If you gave us some additional requirements, we could probably assist you
>> more.
>> --
>> Terri Stratton
>> Microsoft Featured Community
>> http://thetabletpc.net
>> Forums - http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
>> Microsoft Windows MVP- Tablet PC
>>
>>
>>
>> "Chen Shen" <chen@cshen.ca> wrote in message
>> news:eGTGSaIhHHA.284@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>> Hey, what's a good Tablet PC brand that you'd recommend? Thanks!
>>
>>
>

Chen Shen wrote:
> I just need a relatively cheap but reliable one for taking university
> notes. Preferably a somewhat large screen that's as light as possible.
> However the latter isnt too much of a concern since I'm on a budget.
> Thanks!
>


Have you considered a good used tablet, such as a TC1100 (NOT TC1000) or
similar? You can find one that fits your needs (slate, convertible,
hybrid), and some the models have really proven themselves as far as
reliability goes (as well as some have not, good thing to know).

..02, FWIW

xTenn certainly makes a valid sugestion, and a good one.

I'd add that you make sure that the recovery media is included before
purchasing an older machine.
--
Terri Stratton
Microsoft Featured Community
http://thetabletpc.net
Forums - http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
Microsoft Windows MVP- Tablet PC

"xTenn" <xTennREMOVETHISPART@tds.net> wrote in message
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> Chen Shen wrote:
>> I just need a relatively cheap but reliable one for taking university
>> notes. Preferably a somewhat large screen that's as light as possible.
>> However the latter isnt too much of a concern since I'm on a budget.
>> Thanks!
>>
>
>
> Have you considered a good used tablet, such as a TC1100 (NOT TC1000) or
> similar? You can find one that fits your needs (slate, convertible,
> hybrid), and some the models have really proven themselves as far as
> reliability goes (as well as some have not, good thing to know).
>
> .02, FWIW
>

Thanks everyone for the suggestions so far! I'll look into the reviews.

And as to old PCs, I don't really like buying old electronics in general, so
yea, but nonetheless thx for the suggestion.



"xTenn" <xTennREMOVETHISPART@tds.net> wrote in message
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> Chen Shen wrote:
>> I just need a relatively cheap but reliable one for taking university
>> notes. Preferably a somewhat large screen that's as light as possible.
>> However the latter isnt too much of a concern since I'm on a budget.
>> Thanks!
>>
>
>
> Have you considered a good used tablet, such as a TC1100 (NOT TC1000) or
> similar? You can find one that fits your needs (slate, convertible,
> hybrid), and some the models have really proven themselves as far as
> reliability goes (as well as some have not, good thing to know).
>
> .02, FWIW
>
>

Chen Shen wrote:
> Thanks everyone for the suggestions so far! I'll look into the reviews.
>
> And as to old PCs, I don't really like buying old electronics in
> general, so yea, but nonetheless thx for the suggestion.
>


Well, I understand that some people are hesitant about older equipment,
that is a common thought. (Actually if you factor in the average MTBF of
modern equipment, you might find that failures have very little to do
with use, unless of course it is in an obvious physical wear situation.
And yes a tablet screen is one of these situations, so it is caveat
emptor in the best of situations.)

But I digress. I would still suggest that you approach it as you would
a used equipment purchase, works the same for new:

1. Determine your hardware uses for the device

2. What kind of software you anticipate running

3. What OS you want to use

4. What particular titles you want to run are

5. What form factor will fit in your lifestyle

6. What rate of growth in capabilities the target device is likely to
have in the near future.


The questions (at least in my feeble mind) will more or less lead you
into these kinds of answers:

1. Physical ports and connections needed. This includes usb, firewire,
infrared, bluetooth, external VGA, included DVD/D Rom, PCMCIA, etc.

2. Overall speed and memory required of the machine in order to stay in
your software base for the expected life of the machine. This might be
surprisingly if you look at the real intended use.

3. Support from Manufacturer/user base. The OS components, especially
in laptops and tablets, are more than even dependent on manufacturer
specific drivers in order to install the latest OS. (This is
anti-technology gains in my opinion, but that is what the industry is
doing).

4. Specific capabilities for use right now. In a lot of instances
being able to run a specific software titles for the intended life of
the machine can override a lot of other factors. While this is usually
not the case for a personal machine a large segment of the market is
this way.

5. Tablets fit into a person's lifestyle more so than a standard
laptop, IMHO. The right size and fit can really be a pleasure, whether
it is used while relaxing or at the desk/on the move. For some people a
large screen is the goal, while for others a simple approximation of a
piece of paper is a strongly familiar form factor that makes the ideal
of acceptance second nature. This will vary by user and intended use.

6. If you have plenty of money and spend it freely then this can be
ignored - simply buy big and buy often. However, for those that do not
like throwing good money into a bottomless pit (not to mention having to
dispose of the ones being constantly replaced ), then this is an
important consideration. For example, let's say you really need a
tablet that can go for a solid eight hours with wifi on running at fast
processor speeds without switching batteries. Well, that is not
economically nor physically convenient at this time. The larger the
investment for a non-capable device (as far as true wants go), the
greater the chances are the next purchase is delayed.

Well, there you go, a quick, highly flawed but longer than expected
rationale for tablet selection and purchasing. No doubt none of this
will exactly fit the average person, but one or two lines may provoke
thought BEFORE a purchase.