Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 10.1-inch 64 GB Tablet

Three of the world's leading technology companies collaborated to build the world's leading tablet experience. Featuring the best that Lenovo, Microsoft and Intel have to offer, the ThinkPad Tablet 2 redefines business, appeasing the IT manager and end user alike in one productive, mobile, reliable device.

FEATURES

• Intel^® Atom™ Z2760 processor
• Windows^® 8
• 10.1" IPS Panel (1366x768), with 5-point multitouch
• 2GB LP DDR memory
• 64GB SSD storage
• Integrated 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
• MicroSD card, Mini HDMI, USB 2.0
• 2.0MP front 720p HD, 8MP back w/LED flash webcams
• Built-in speakers (2), Microphones (2), 3.5mm combo audio jack

SPECIFICATION

EXTREME MOBILITY

• The 10.1-inch ThinkPad^® Tablet 2 features an IPS (in-plane switching) display for nearly 180-degree viewing angles.
• Thin and light, it's less than 0.34” (10mm) thick, and weighs a scant 1.3 lbs (600gm).
• Perfect for on-the-go, ThinkPad^® Tablet 2 includes 10 hours of battery life, with an always-on smartphone-like experience.
• Lenovo Cloud Storage protects your critical data, while also making access to information and file-sharing quick and convenient. Automatically back-up and synchronize data across the organization, while enabling access from multiple devices. Data is encrypted on transfer for an extra level of security.

POWERED FOR PRODUCTIVITY & FUN - WINDOWS^® 8 APPS

• The ThinkPad^® Tablet 2 includes visually rich, single-purpose, Windows^® 8 style touch-enabled apps including an assortment of games, news, weather, and entertainment.

PROCESSOR-RICH, COMPLEX DESKTOP SOFTWARE

• ThinkPad^® Tablet 2 boasts full functionality for desktop applications, and unlike some competitor tablets, it fully supports Flash so your Internet experience is not constrained.

FULL MS OFFICE & ENTERPRISE APPLICATION SUPPORT

• Use basic Office applications like Word or OneNote, or rely on platforms like Outlook and SharePoint. You can even run enterprise-specific apps like corporate databases and VPNs. ThinkPad^® Tablet 2 features full support.

SUPERIOR WEB CONFERENCING

• Integrated front- and rear-facing webcams, stereo speakers, plus dual noise-cancelling microphones enhance video conferencing and chats.

EXTERNAL DEVICE CONNECTION

• Full-sized USB 2.0 ports, MicroSD slot, Mini HDMI port, and compatibility with Windows^® drivers for easy hook-up and expanded interaction (e.g., monitor, printer, camera, DVD burner, etc.).

CUSTOMER REVIEW'S

4 star - 13 reviews

DEEPER REVIEW

1) Build Quality and Aesthetics: Very good to excellent. The tablet is lighter and thinner than I expected and has a good balance. The back has a "grippy" surface which makes me more confident in using it without a case (although I have since found one from another tablet that works).

2) Screen: I am more than satisfied with the screen. Coming from other "low resolution" devices, I am not troubled by the resolution (1366x768). I found reading via the Kindle app and web browsing at least as good as the iPad 2 and Galaxy Note 10.1, both of which have similar resolutions. If you are using a HD iPad or Asus Infinity, the screen may be an issue, but that is a personal choice.

3) Peripherals: Unlike one of the reviewers above, the peripherals I have installed so far have worked fine, including a USB mouse and Bluetooth keyboard. I will try an external HDD drive while I am away and report back on that.

4) Pen: I have to say that the digitizer pen is a great addition to the tablet experience, especially when using MS Office. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the version of MS Office I am using (Professional 2010) has a highly useful "pen/ink" option enabled when you have the pen available. It makes using Word and Excel MUCH easier (e.g., increasing cell widths is much easier with the pen than with a finger), and I am especially excited that I can easily annotate Office files using the pen, something I want to try while teaching.

5) Processing and Wireless Speed: I was a bit concerned with the speed of the Atom processor used in the ThinkPad, but have not experienced any issues so far in typing, opening programs, etc. More on this later this week.

6) Windows 8 Usability: Using Windows 8 has been an interesting experience. As others have stated, the schizophrenic nature of Windows 8 (split between the new "Start Screen" interface and the classic Desktop mode can definitely be an issue, especially when downloading programs such as Dropbox, Firefox, etc, which have to be downloaded via the Desktop mode. On the other hand, I have found no problem adjusting to the basic "Start Screen" interface, and am now comfortable with moving tiles around, adjusting tile sizes, etc.

7) Using Office: One of the largest draws for me is the ability to use Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc, and not have to use one of the Android or iOS alternates. I have to say that seeing these programs on a tablet-sized device is pretty cool. So far, I have used these programs mainly in combination with the pen, mouse, and a keyboard, using the tablet as mini Ultrabook. I'll be able to report more on how well Office works on the tablet after I have it on the road with me this week

WHATS INCLUDE IN PACK

• ThinkPad Tablet 2 10.1-inch 64 GB Tablet
• Adapter & Power Plug
• Owner's Manual
• Warranty Card

DIMENSIONS + WEIGHT

10.10 x 0.34 x 6.90 inches

1.3 pounds

PRICE :

OTHER PICTS

ASUS VivoTab Smart ME400C-C1-BK 10.1-Inch 64GB Tablet (Black)

ASUS VivoTab Smart ME400C tablet is ultra- fast, highly responsive and elegantly designed to achieve highest productivity for both business and pleasure. With its incredibly thin and lightweight measuring at 0.4" thin and weight 1.3lbs, your world connects through a simple touch of the VivoTab Smart.

FEATURES

• Extremely thin at 0.4" and lightweight of only 1.3lbs.
• 10.1" WXGA IPS Panel with 178 ° ultra-wide viewing angle - capacitive touch panel and multi-touch functionality.
• 64GB flash storage with 2GB of DDR2 system memory for smooth computing.
• Crystal clear 8MP Rear Camera with LED Flash, back-illuminated CMOS sensor, and 2MP Front Camera with LED Indicator for high quality video chatting.
• ASUS SonicMaster Technology delivers more powerful sounds and richer bass to provide the best audio experience.
• Up to 8.5 hours battery life for all-day computing
• Includes 32GB of ASUS WebStorage² for 36 months
• NFC ready for convenient and intuitive peer to peer data and content sharing
• Optional TranSleeve Keyboard Vivo – an innovative accessory that acts as a cover, keyboard, and sleeve (sold separately).
• Available in two colors – Black and White

DEEPER REVIEW

1. Build Quality
Checked this tab in while surfing for windows 8 tablets and i liked its build quality and features that are mentioned in pro's list here (Acer tablet had a lot of flex on the back plastic cover). As expected the tab feels really sturdy with no signs of flex no matter how you hold it.

2. Battery Life
The battery life of tablet is great, i can go through full day (approx. 9 hrs of usage) without any problems.My use involves web surfing, videos, music, games etc (I use this for entertainment mostly)

3. Performance
Intel Atom serves for most needs, dont expect Heavy lifting programs like adobe photoshop to run very smooth but other than that for daily needs it works well even while multi tasking. I ususally have multiple apps open and switch between them constantly, the experience goes without a hitch. You can have multiple browsers/tabs open and it would work great, the 2GB RAM complements well with the atom processor and does not show any signs of slowdown in day to day use of Office, Videos, Music, Web Browsing, reading, Games from Windows store etc and also since this is intel powered, you get all the goodies of pugins to browser in desktop mode.

4. Stability
The first thing you should do when getting this tablet is update it, Asus Live is a good client to get updates related to drivers and you would see many windows updates which are very critical stabilty and power updates, these updates also include updates to make the microsoft store work better. Once you get up to date, there are no stability/driver issues and the tablet works well, Ive been using this for around a week and i did not see any crash or any driver issue. Its very stable and works really well.

 

SPECIFICATION

• Color: Black – (Model: ME400C-C1-BK)
  White – (Model: ME400C-C1-WH)
• Processor: Intel Atom Z2760 (1.8 Burst)
• Operating System: Windows 8
• System memory: 2GB DDR2
• Storage: 64GB Flash + 32GB free for 36 months
• Display: 10.1" WXGA IPS Touch Panel with 350 nits brightness 1366*768
• Video Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator, 533MHz
• Video Camera: Rear 8MP Auto-focus w/LED Flash, F/2.2 Aperture, 1080p video recording, front 2MP for video conferencing
• Wireless: 802.11bgn (Single band)
• Bluetooth: 4.0
• Card Reader: 1x Micro SD
• Interface: 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Head Phone / Mic-in) / 1 x Micro HDMI / 1 x Micro SD Card Reader (support SDXC compatible card) / 1 x Internal Microphone /Speaker (SonicMaster) / 1 x Micro USB
• Audio: Hi-Definition Audio Codec / Built-in quality speakers / Mic
• Weight (lb): 1.3
• Dimension (in): 10.5" x 6.7" x .4"
• AC Adapter: Output: 15W / 18 W / Input:100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal
• AC Adapter: 8.5 hours
• GPS: Supported
• Sensor: G-Sensor, Light Sensor, Gyroscope, E-compass, NFC

WHATS INCLUDE IN PACK

• ASUS VivoTab Smart Tablet
• Adapter & Power Plug
• Owner's Manual
• Warranty Card
• Cleaning Cloth

DIMENSIONS + WEIGHT

Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 6.7 x 0.4 inches ; 1.3 pounds (2 pounds after packing)

PRICE : 

OTHER PICTS

Microsoft Surface Pro Windows 8 Pro 128 Gb

FEATURES

Supports the full Office experience : Run Outlook, Word, SharePoint Designer, PowerPoint and more. (Office applications sold separately.)

10.6" ClearType HD touch-screen display : 1920 x 1080 resolution, 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio

VaporMg casing : Precision crafted to be tough yet elegant, without excessive bulk. With a watchlike finish that's incredibly smooth and durable, Surface is a delight to hold and touch.

Integrated Kickstand : Provides uncompromised support and flexibility. Flip out the Kickstand for hands-free entertainment. Whether you're watching a movie, or shooting video, Surface stands on its own.

Pen input : Included stylus pen lets you jot down ideas anytime, anywhere. Crafted to work with Surface, it's a stylish way to edit, collaborate and do your signature work.

Ports and connectivity : Add extra storage using the microSD card slot. Watch movies, show photos, or present your work on the big screen through the video out port. Has full-size USB port for data transfers.

Built-in Wi-Fi capability : 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN and dual 2x2 MIMO antennas provide reliable Internet connectivity.

Front- and rear-facing 720p HD video cameras : Rear camera is angled to shoot straight ahead when the Kickstand is flipped out. The Kickstand also enables hands-free Skype video chat or recording.

128GB on-board memory : microSDXC card slot available.

Bluetooth 4.0 compatible : Easily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a wireless keyboard, mouse and other accessories.

Weighs 2 lbs. and measures just 0.5" thin : For lightweight portability.

DEEPER REVIEW

BODY : The Surface looks great. It is definitely a well-made device, and you can tell a lot of thought went into every detail. It may be heavy compared to a Kindle, but to me it feels like a computer should. If this is too heavy for you, then you probably need to go to the gym more. In landscape mode, the Surface is short and fat, which works well for some programs, and not so much for others. In portrait mode, it's long and narrow. Again, sometimes this is good, and sometimes not. The material feels smooth and high quality. However, when you are holding up a $1000 tablet, that smoothness is a bit unnerving. I'd recommend a case if you're going to be carrying it around a lot

PRODUCTIVITY :  This is what you buy a PC for. I immediately loaded MATLAB, started my Office 365 trial, set up all my email accounts, and got to work. I've pushed this thing pretty hard; having simultaneous programs running doesn't even make it flinch. I've had multiple downloads going, Netflix streaming HD movies, and MATLAB and Excel running all at once, and I didn't notice any significant lag. Working on the small screen takes some getting used to, especially for coding or spreadsheets, but the fact that it's even possible on a tablet is impressive. The Surface won't be replacing your 32 GB RAM desktop power-horse work station, but it can generally get the job done.

SCREEN :  It is small. The resolution is very high. As others have mentioned, this makes things on the desktop very small, and navigating at a 100% viewing level is challenging, to say the least. It's a gorgeous screen, extremely bright, and beautiful to look at. But working in the traditional Windows desktop mode is difficult. You can work around this in most programs by increasing the view, but not everything has been optimized for the Surface yet, and sometimes you have to choose between either a tiny screen or blurry text.

The touch functions of Windows 8 work great. I love all of the swipe gestures, and coming from a Windows Phone, they are not too hard to learn. The pen is fun and remarkably useful. It makes an excellent alternative to the track pad, and is good enough to even recognize my sloppy cursive hand writing. Not sure it's going to replace hand writing in a notebook, but it's a fun option. If you need to include complicated equations in word documents, the pen sure beats typing them out. Once more programs are optimized for touch, it will only get better.

BATTERY LIFE / FAN / STORAGE / APPS :  These are the some negatives I've read about most. I haven't timed the battery life yet, but I've used it a bunch of times while unplugged and have not found myself running to a power outlet because the battery drained out. I've been working this thing pretty hard, and the battery has not seemed at all unreasonable, though like with anything, it could probably be better.

Like I've said, I haven't been easy on the Surface, and I have yet to get the fans running. It does get warm, and you can feel a slight breeze of hot air coming from the side vents, but I still haven't triggered the fans. Not sure what I have to do to get them going, I'm hoping they aren't broken.

I had 89.4 GB of free space right out of the box. I have yet to uninstall anything, or remove the recovery partition, but I'd estimate that once I do I'll have an extra 12 or so GB's of space, plus 64 from an SD card, and pretty much an infinite amount from USB drives. For my purposes I don't think I will ever need more than the original 90-ish GB.

I don't even understand the app argument. Maybe for Windows Phones, or the Surface RT, but with the Pro you have access to literally the entire software world. I don't need a 99 cent photo editing app, I have Adobe Photoshop. I don't need some Angry Birds type of game, I have Skyrim and Black Ops. Not sure how apps even got into the argument against Surface.

KEYBOARD :  Though the type cover isn't technically part of the Surface, I feel it is worth mentioning. The Surface isn't exactly "bricked" without a keyboard, but I find it hard to imagine getting any real work done without one. The smaller size and form factor take some getting used to, but I have had no problems typing with it, and all the old Windows shortcuts work fine on it. It is a bit flimsy, probably because it's so thin, and it feels kind of cheap. It works great, I just wanted a little more for over a hundred dollars. The track pad, however, is awful. Mac definitely has the market on track pads, and this one does not live up to that standard. Even with the help of the touch screen and pen, sometimes you just need the traditional point-and-click of a mouse. For that reason, I'd highly recommend getting a separate Bluetooth mouse to go along with the type cover. And don't forget, this is a full-blown Windows PC with Bluetooth and USB, so you can get any keyboard you want to work with your Surface, not just Microsoft's.

GAMING :  This is not a gaming PC. They make gaming PC's, specifically for that purpose. There are even standalone consoles that do nothing but play high end games. All that said, right after Office I loaded up Steam and did some gaming. No, the Surface is not a portable Xbox replacement, but you definitely can play some decent mid-core level games on it. Here is a list of what I've played so far:

Portal 2

Dead Space 2

Half Life

Super Meat Boy

Braid

I've even heard games like Skyrim will run just fine, though I haven't tried yet. I'll update this list as I test out more games, but you can probably get a good idea of what this machine is capable of already.

SPECIFICATION

• CPU Chip: 3rd generation Intel Core i5 Processor with Intel HD Graphics 4000 
• System memory : 4GB RAM--Dual Channel Memory 
• OS : Windows 8 Pro Storage5 
• Storage : 128 GB (approximately 89 GB available for user content)
• Display Screen: 10.6" ClearType HD Display
• Resolution: 1920x1080 Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (widescreen)
• Touch: 10-point multi-touch 
• Audio Stereo : speakers Video Microphone 
• Ports :  USB 3.0
• Casing: VaporMg Color: Dark Titanium
• Physical buttons: Volume, Power Cameras Two 720p HD cameras, front and rear-facing Wireless 
•  Wireless: Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) 
• Bluetooth : 4.0 low energy technology Sensors Ambient light sensor 
•  Layout: QWERTY 
• Interface: Magnetic 
• Sensors: Accelerometer 
• Hardware warranty: 1-year limited hardware warranty. Touch cover sold separately. 
• Surface Pen Dimensions: 8.5mm 
•  Hardware warranty: 1-year limited hardware warranty 

WHATS INCLUDE IN PACK

• Microsoft Surface Windows 8 Pro with 128GB Memory
• Power supply
• Pen
• Quick start guide
• Safety and warranty documents

DIMENSIONS + WEIGHT

• Height: 6.8 inches
• Width: 10.8 inches
• Depth: 0.5 inches
• Weight: 2 pounds

 PRICE :

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