SkydiveNFlorida 0 #1 March 16, 2005 I'm in the market for a notebook. I only recently found out about tablet pcs. So, now i'm wondering if it would be worth it to get a convertible, tablet/notebook. So, here are my expectations, please inform me of where the tablet pc really falls short. I was thinking that this would be a good tool to write class notes on, store them in different folders and not have to deal with paper. Keep in mind that I have terrible handwriting. So, does it store notes as a picture file of some sort? What can I expect? Like I said, I have poor handwriting, and also as a Chem Engineering student I will likely draw pictures of many things while taking notes (graphs, molecules, equations, etc.) Will the tablet be capable of meeting my needs? Thoughts? thx. -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
larsrulz 0 #2 March 16, 2005 Without a doubt and so much more. Even sloppy hand writing can be converted from as-written to text, with dynamic conversion to allow for corrections if needed. Will allow you to record lectures and combine them with notes, diagrams, presentations, etc. Definitely a laptop with oh so much more input allowed. The disadvantage....you will pay out the ass for a nice one. I got a strong urge to fly, but I got no where to fly to. -PF Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #3 March 16, 2005 hmm. I am trying to figure out what I really need. I will be at school all day long, but will be home with our desktop at night, and there are desktops in the library as well. So, i'm thinking, maybe what I need is a tablet for notetaking and diagram drawing in class, something that also records lectures and even translates them to type would also be nice. One of those scanning devices to scan stuff from books, with the capability to plug into and save the data on the tablet would be great. Would I be able to hook up a tablet to my desktop at home via a usb connection? That way I could take advantage of the cd-rom, printer, etc, on the desktop. I'm trying to be as frugal as possible, but not be too limited, either. Do you think I need a convertible, or could I go with just a good tablet, w/ a portable keyboard and other accessories? thx! -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #4 March 17, 2005 QuoteWould I be able to hook up a tablet to my desktop at home via a usb connection? That way I could take advantage of the cd-rom, printer, etc, on the desktop. Most tablets have wifi built in, so sharing printers and drives should be a piece of cake. Quote I'm trying to be as frugal as possible, but not be too limited, either. Do you think I need a convertible, or could I go with just a good tablet, w/ a portable keyboard and other accessories? When I bought my laptop, I purposely avoided a "desktop replacement" system. Even my slimmed-down notebook (no floppy, relatively small screen, little battery) still feels damn heavy after I've been carrying it around all day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #5 March 17, 2005 QuoteWhen I bought my laptop, I purposely avoided a "desktop replacement" system. Even my slimmed-down notebook (no floppy, relatively small screen, little battery) still feels damn heavy after I've been carrying it around all day. Good point! I need to identify what my actual needs are and not go overboard. I will have access to countless desktops in the library, plus at home, so why carry one around all day?! I think I might be leaning toward just getting a tablet, and some neat accessories like the scanning tool, etc. QuoteMost tablets have wifi built in, so sharing printers and drives should be a piece of cake. Rock! I am really glad to hear that. I want to go around to stores this weekend to check them out and discuss features with store personnel. I plan to buy online, though, to avoid sales tax. thx!! -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites