Can anyone recommend a Tablet PC(s) that will meet the needs of a
student who will need to take notes all day, study from it, and use the
Tablet PC as a complete replacement to the conventional binder?

Motion Computing LE1600

"dazizl" wrote:

> Can anyone recommend a Tablet PC(s) that will meet the needs of a
> student who will need to take notes all day, study from it, and use the
> Tablet PC as a complete replacement to the conventional binder?
>
>

I see this model does not have a keyboard. Is it necessary to have a
keyboard in a classroom environment? When taking notes in classes that
don't require any symbols or illustrations, typing on a keyboard is
more efficient for notetaking.

If you know you want a keyboard for your primary use of the machine,
wouldn't you be better off just buying a laptop?

mack
austin


"dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
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>I see this model does not have a keyboard. Is it necessary to have a
> keyboard in a classroom environment? When taking notes in classes that
> don't require any symbols or illustrations, typing on a keyboard is
> more efficient for notetaking.
>

You may want to take a look at Tablet PC MVP Terri Stratton's comparison
charts on all the Tablets - convertible, slate and hybrid:
www.thetabletpc.net . I have a feeling you may already have looked through
them. 8-)

My own opinion is the best Tablet PC for you is the one which suits your
particular usage. You should be able to expand the RAM if you want. If
you're working both in multiple locations with different lighting, you may
want to look into a screen upgrade available with a Motion or Fujitsu. Even
if your choice is a slate, investigate the detachable keyboards available or
determine if a wireless keyboard/mouse setup would work for you.

Ultimately, a Tablet PC becomes much more personal to the user than a laptop
or desktop. You use it held in your hand, crook of the elbow, or propped up
against your knee. It is more like a friendly paperback book than a
hard-bound version.
--
Chris H.
Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
Associate Expert
Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone


"dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
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>I see this model does not have a keyboard. Is it necessary to have a
> keyboard in a classroom environment? When taking notes in classes that
> don't require any symbols or illustrations, typing on a keyboard is
> more efficient for notetaking.
>

You see, best is a matter of opinion. You apparently already have an opinion
about the unit having to have a keyboard. Since most all tablet PCs have the
same basic capabilities, and can be augmented similarly, nicer pens,
different software (OneNote for example), maybe you should focus on the form
factor that seems to be right for you. Do you want a pure tablet, or
convertible (with keyboard), is integral optical media important, how do you
feel about size and weight?

--
Sven
MVP - Mobile Devices
"dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
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>I see this model does not have a keyboard. Is it necessary to have a
> keyboard in a classroom environment? When taking notes in classes that
> don't require any symbols or illustrations, typing on a keyboard is
> more efficient for notetaking.
>

I have a laptop already. I will need the Tablet PC capablitlies, but it
would not hurt to have the option to use the Tablet PC as a standard
laptop when needed.

There is an attachable keyboard that doubles as a protective cover for the
screen. Take a look at my review on the LE1600 at
http://thetabletpc.net/reviews-slates.htm
--
Terri Stratton
Editor / Owner
http://thetabletpc.net
http://themediacenterpc.net
Microsoft Featured Communities
Microsoft Windows MVP - Tablet PC


"dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
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>I see this model does not have a keyboard. Is it necessary to have a
> keyboard in a classroom environment? When taking notes in classes that
> don't require any symbols or illustrations, typing on a keyboard is
> more efficient for notetaking.
>

If you want a keyboard you can buy a convertible tablet. If not, a slate.
Trade-offs are size and weight.

mack
austin


"dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
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>I have a laptop already. I will need the Tablet PC capablitlies, but it
> would not hurt to have the option to use the Tablet PC as a standard
> laptop when needed.
>

Try to find a retailer who is willing to let you try a Tablet for one or two
days and try one with an attached keyboard (Convertible) and one without
(Slate).
From what I know Fujitsu Siemems T4010 has over 8 hours battery life with
the extra battery, should be minimum for you (see
http://store.shopfujitsu.com/fpc/Eco....jsp?pclass=T4)

--

Mit besten Gruessen - Best wishes
Stefen Niemeyer


"dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> schrieb im Newsbeitrag
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>I have a laptop already. I will need the Tablet PC capablitlies, but it
> would not hurt to have the option to use the Tablet PC as a standard
> laptop when needed.
>

Try the Toshiba Portege M200 or Toshiba Tecra M4. Both have keyboard,
although the M200 seems to be due for a revamp soon.

"terri" wrote:

> There is an attachable keyboard that doubles as a protective cover for the
> screen. Take a look at my review on the LE1600 at
> http://thetabletpc.net/reviews-slates.htm
> --
> Terri Stratton
> Editor / Owner
> http://thetabletpc.net
> http://themediacenterpc.net
> Microsoft Featured Communities
> Microsoft Windows MVP - Tablet PC
>
>
> "dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
> news:1122219137.627546.183930@f14g2000cwb.googlegr oups.com...
> >I see this model does not have a keyboard. Is it necessary to have a
> > keyboard in a classroom environment? When taking notes in classes that
> > don't require any symbols or illustrations, typing on a keyboard is
> > more efficient for notetaking.
> >
>
>
>

I really like the Fujitsu T4010. Thanks for the recommendation Stefen.
The Toshiba M4 has 14.1" screen, which is too big.

Look at an Acer C100, you can get one used for about $500 and it is very
tiny. It is not as fast as the others that people are recomending (800mhz)
but it is so much smaller. It is plenty fast for anything that you would
want to do except for playing games. I carry it to meetings every day at
work and I take all of my notes on it. It is as small as everyones pad of
paper, except mine is a pc. I get about 2 hours 45 minutes of continuous
use out the battery, but alot of the time it goes to sleep which makes it
last much longer.

Just my 2 cents,
--C

"dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
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> Can anyone recommend a Tablet PC(s) that will meet the needs of a
> student who will need to take notes all day, study from it, and use the
> Tablet PC as a complete replacement to the conventional binder?
>

The only problem with a C100 is that the ram is locked at 256Mb. The C110
has all the same features and size, but its ram can be upgraded.
--
Terri Stratton
Editor / Owner
http://thetabletpc.net
http://themediacenterpc.net
Microsoft Featured Communities
Microsoft Windows MVP - Tablet PC

"Ree-Yees" <r@r.com> wrote in message
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> Look at an Acer C100, you can get one used for about $500 and it is very
> tiny. It is not as fast as the others that people are recomending
> (800mhz) but it is so much smaller. It is plenty fast for anything that
> you would want to do except for playing games. I carry it to meetings
> every day at work and I take all of my notes on it. It is as small as
> everyones pad of paper, except mine is a pc. I get about 2 hours 45
> minutes of continuous use out the battery, but alot of the time it goes to
> sleep which makes it last much longer.
>
> Just my 2 cents,
> --C
>
> "dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
> news:1122186376.599697.17450@f14g2000cwb.googlegro ups.com...
>> Can anyone recommend a Tablet PC(s) that will meet the needs of a
>> student who will need to take notes all day, study from it, and use the
>> Tablet PC as a complete replacement to the conventional binder?
>>
>
>

I would go with that then, more ram would be awesome. Also, if you needed a
cdrom or dvdrom on the unit then it would not be a good solution.

"terri" <support@thetabletpc.not> wrote in message
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> The only problem with a C100 is that the ram is locked at 256Mb. The C110
> has all the same features and size, but its ram can be upgraded.
> --
> Terri Stratton
> Editor / Owner
> http://thetabletpc.net
> http://themediacenterpc.net
> Microsoft Featured Communities
> Microsoft Windows MVP - Tablet PC
>
> "Ree-Yees" <r@r.com> wrote in message
> news:qLKdnQgYmPvXrnXfRVn-sw@comcast.com...
>> Look at an Acer C100, you can get one used for about $500 and it is very
>> tiny. It is not as fast as the others that people are recomending
>> (800mhz) but it is so much smaller. It is plenty fast for anything that
>> you would want to do except for playing games. I carry it to meetings
>> every day at work and I take all of my notes on it. It is as small as
>> everyones pad of paper, except mine is a pc. I get about 2 hours 45
>> minutes of continuous use out the battery, but alot of the time it goes
>> to sleep which makes it last much longer.
>>
>> Just my 2 cents,
>> --C
>>
>> "dazizl" <davidlevi******.com> wrote in message
>> news:1122186376.599697.17450@f14g2000cwb.googlegro ups.com...
>>> Can anyone recommend a Tablet PC(s) that will meet the needs of a
>>> student who will need to take notes all day, study from it, and use the
>>> Tablet PC as a complete replacement to the conventional binder?
>>>
>>
>>
>
>