ACKKK!!
Can't make a decision on this one.
Anyone with real world experience - input appreciated.
Inane commentary and "looks like a Trek" references are welcomed.
The decision is down to either this:
http://shop.lenovo.com/ca/en/tablets/thinkpad/thinkpad-helix/
or this:
http://shop.lenovo.com/ca/en/laptops/thinkpad/t-series/t440p/
Both are being quoted to me with Intel Core i7 processors, 8 gb ram, 256 GB SSD
GAH!
For arguments sake - the laptop will come with Windows 7 - the convertible tablet with Windows 8
I've been using an early generation touchscreen lenovo convertible (doesn't remove - it swivels) at work. I hate it. Have turned off all touch capabilities and just use it as a laptop. A colleague picked up the newer convertible model (removable) and hated it so much that he eventually sent it back.
If you need to do anything real, just get a laptop. If you want something to surf the web at your couch, buy an ipad or some other dedicated tablet.
YMMV
I find laptop better for serious gaming (and pr0n).
I enjoy my tablet much more for surfing, streaming to tv, email, casual gaming, reading, and pooping.
Neither is convertible. Or convertable. I think you make sacrifices either way.
I've been using an early generation touchscreen lenovo convertible (doesn't remove - it swivels) at work. I hate it.
I have early gen one at work too. We only use the touchscreen for signatures, other than that I just use it as a laptop although the swivel screen is handy if you are showing someone something on the monitor.
Both are being quoted to me with Intel Core i7 processors, 8 gb ram, 256 GB SSD
GAH!
if performance is the same, get the cheaper one or be happy with what you already have.
Thank-you all.
I have gone with the laptop and win 7!
Someone please Rep jpi for me - BB wouldn't let me…
I was playing around with one of these a couple of weeks ago and really liked it:
http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msca/en_CA/pdp/Surface-Pro-3/productID.300194700
The T440 is a nice unit, and with the i7 it crunches numbers really fast. Battery life is pretty good too.
It is easy to dodge our responsibilities, but we cannot dodge the consequences of dodging our responsibilities.
- Josiah Stamp
Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race.
- H.G. Wells
I made a thread about computers a while back, I disregarded everything and bought the second cheapest thing costco was selling.
Ha Ha! Made you look.
Windows 8 is shite. Avoid that if at all possible.
I made a thread about computers a while back, I disregarded everything and bought the second cheapest thing costco was selling.
this
You know you went to far when even Tungsten thinks your a Jack Ass.
Windows 8 is shite. Avoid that if at all possible.
I'm using it now and it's good. I installed classic shell and it's the same as running Windows 7.
It is easy to dodge our responsibilities, but we cannot dodge the consequences of dodging our responsibilities.
- Josiah Stamp
Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race.
- H.G. Wells
Windows 8 is shite. Avoid that if at all possible.
So what would you suggest?
Windows 8 is a great operating system. The T440p is a better choice. Unless you're only using it for facebook and porn, tablets suck. period.
But Lenovo T series have always been super bulky and heavy.
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