MacBook Vs. Tablet PC's

<p>I just don't know what can be more useful, if a MacBook PRO or a good Tablet PC. What do you suggest for MIT?</p>

<p>Depends on what you want to run on the tablet. I've heard many complaints from windows users, about campus computing services being more difficult for them to access (esp., from off campus). This is anecdotal. The macbook pro will also be a similar environment to athena (both based on unices), so you'll be able to take advantage of X forwarding etc. (not sure if this would be available on a tablet. Macbook pro will be relatively sturdy. Additionally, you have the option of running Windows and GNU/Linux alongside mac os x, if you so desire. If you have any specific questions about the macbook, I can answer.</p>

<p>So - here's the question...(i've never looked into this or given it though, but whatever)...</p>

<p>It seems like most of your arguments for the Mac were based on software. If a mac can run windows, makes sense a windows can run macOS? So, I guess really with Intel Core Duos the software isn't the issue. it's the hardware.</p>

<p>And while I like the design of mac machines much more than many others, I really couldn't bring myself to place it higher than an IBM for me. So I sit here typing on my new Lenova Thinkpad happy as can be with a sturdy small machine..</p>

<p>Personally, i'd take an IBM Tablet anyday.</p>

<p>My son ( 09 ) has a Lenovo tablet and is very happy with it. He has massive amounts of math notes and is totally paperless. He has a docking station for his room and a 17" monitor, keyboard and mouse. When he wants, he just sets his tablet in the dock and voila, he has a desktop. Get extra stylus's.</p>

<p>Nice, anyone else? I really would like to know the Pro/Cons of a tablet.</p>

<p>I can't really tell you the specifics, but I know that my boyfriend's entire extended family (they are an extremely well-educated family, mostly in medicine, medical school or technology) has been buying them one after another because they simply love them. They all have occasion to take extensive notes in the course of their daily lives, and they found it to be very convenient. I haven't heard of them complaining about difficulty going back and forth from different wireless networks at home, school and work. They are very happy with them and recommend them so highly that the whole family is slowly puchasing them - take that for what it's worth!</p>

<p>Most tablets are 12.1" and I want a 14.1" one with DVD+-RW and great wireless card, and not TOO heavy</p>

<p>"If a mac can run windows, makes sense a windows can run macOS?"</p>

<p>What?</p>

<p>Docking stations work well if you like using your desk. Missing features when you need them, sucks.</p>

<p>I suppose it depends on what you're planning to do. As far as macbook pro hardware, get your hands on one. They're relatively light, yet I've never felt that anything was compromised or left off for the sake of weight. I've seen apple laptops get run over by cars and be undamaged. Well-designed comes to mind. I'm not interested in selling them though, so if you have specific questions, ask.. otherwise, go test one out, if you can.</p>

<p>Ok, which is the main differences between the MacBook Pro and the MacBook</p>

<p>The macbook pro has an aluminum case which is prone to getting very hot (because it serves as a heatsink).</p>

<p>Strange and random question... Why do scientists use Apple computers.? I work in a biology lab and it seems like everyone uses Apple, so I was wondering why scientists prefer those.</p>

<p>Macbook Pro's have a much better graphics card (ATI dedicated 128 or 256 MB), while Macbooks have the Intel card (64MB).</p>

<p>Oh well, I still can't decide between the MacBook PRO or a Tablet PC.
It's just that I'm considering the fact that a Tablet will help me get more organized by writing everything directly to it instead of notebooks and being able to record recitations when I'm getting lost.. etc. etc.. but I was just considering the fact that Apple computers are more stable.</p>

<p>They're not. Don't even believe that gobbledygook.</p>

<p>PCs are the way.</p>

<p>And while I was considering a tablet and decided on a normal laptop (I questioned the actual practicality of notes on a computer since I don't really like writing on screens), i'd recommend it over the mac.</p>

<p>However, if you like the macbook HARDWARE (i was close to doing this), just buy the mac and install windows on it.</p>

<p>haha, ok, I guess I'll get the Convertible Laptop/Tablet from Gateway (M285-E) it looks awesome, I'll look for some reviews and then I'll decide.</p>

<p>Even though my handwriting is horrible; it's even more horrible when trying to write on a tablet screen. There are those handwriting recognition programs, but even those can't handle my chicken scratches.</p>

<p>I like the idea of tablets, but I got a chance to set up lot of tablets for administrators at my high school while I was working in the tech dept. Turns out I don't like them as much as I initially thought. The handwriting recognition is a bit sketchy for me (I have really cramped, small writing to begin with), and I always felt a bit funny writing on a screen.</p>

<p>So on a coupon deal I got a Dell Inspiron 700m last August at 40% off, and haven't looked back.</p>

<p>Oh, and omar, Toshiba makes them, as does Acer and Gateway. Dunno much about the availability of a DVD RW drive, and a 'great' wireless card.</p>

<p>-Jared</p>

<p>I customized a tablet pc at gateway and it's awesome. Costs less than $2000 with a 14.1" screen, 1 GB DDR2 RAM (1 module), DVD-RW Dual Layer, 100GB hard disk, backpack, office for students, Intel Core Duo Processor 2.00Ghz, etc. etc. It's an awesome tablet ;) I guess I'll buy it</p>

<p>jus fyi, if ur getting a pc now, u may wanna make sure it's windows vista ready. may not wanna be outdated later having windows xp =P</p>

<p>getalife1234:</p>

<p>Really? I don't think anything is "Vista Premium Certified" yet, outside of trade shows.</p>

<p>The only thing keeping me from picking up a Lenova X-Tablet is that they can't be offered with Core Duo. So, I'm waiting until the last possible minute to get a laptop. Normally, I wouldn't touch stuff like tablets, but if the point of a laptop is to take notes easily, then a tablet seems necessary.</p>

<p>I'm not sure how the MIT "discount" works. I checked Lenovo's ed. discount page for Commonwealth of Mass, and their listed prices are way lower than what GovConnection is asking for (which is right around retail).</p>

<p>omar:</p>

<p>All "Centrino" laptops come with an integrated wireless chipset, at either 802.11 a/b or 802.11 a/b/g, depending on which chipset you choose. AFAIK, all new Intel-based laptops are Centrino, which is nothing more than a brand for a certain package of Intel-made components in a system.</p>