Note-taking in the 21st. Century

Student Lounge College Life
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MacTel based Tablet PC is a real possibility.

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<p>In what way does the PPC platform prevent Apple from selling a tablet? The fact is that it does not. Switching to Intel processors does not increase the likelihood of them doing so, and you have nothing to substantiate your claim except for weak suppositions and speculation.</p>

<p>Furthermore, that Service Pack II increases reliability on the Windows platform does not mean that there are not bugs; Windows is still plagued with vulnerabilities that are unique to the operating system and not to the Intel platform.</p>

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Apple already has design patents for a Tablet/slate like device. Something "interesting" will be coming your way... (My prediction.)

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<p>Have you even seen all of Apple's patents? There are plenty of such that are not even made. If I recall correctly, they patented a GUI option called 'Piles' which facilitated sorting through an excess of documents on the desktop; however, that never came into fruition.</p>

<p>Apple will make a Tablet when it is user-friendly; the reason the iPod has sold so well, despite cheaper MP3 Players offering many more features, is because the interface is intuitive. Unless the Tablet can be 'minimized' to such a function, and unless a market for such exists (on Apple's terms), you will not see a tablet.</p>

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But it runs on a Wintel platform: "Who would want that?"

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<p>You can deride if you wish; however, you are merely shadowboxing as I was being facetious. More seriously, however, your analysis paltry and your quips are pedestrian at best. </p>

<p>The new Macs will not be running on 'Wintels', they will be running on 'Intels'. The product line will still be harmonious, and thus, stable according to Apple's standards. As a developer, I have been testing the Intel-Mac for quite some time and can assure you that it is nothing like its Windows brethren - even in its current iteration.</p>

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<p>The purpose of this thread is to suggest that a Tablet PC represents a viable alternative to the way people take notes. It is an alternative to consider. If someone feels a Tablet makes sense or wants to learn more about what a Tablet can do, great. If your comfort level demands pen and paper, fine. </p>

<p>Apple certainly has the knowledge base to build a Tablet. There are Mac fans that want a Mac based Tablet…particularly those who see the benefits of GoBinder’s course management and note-taking software. Will Apple produce a Tablet? I, for one, hope so. A Tablet makes a great deal of sense in the educational marketplace…a marketplace that Apple prides itself a leader. If, or when, an Apple Tablet PC appears, I’m sure it will be a computing tour de force. After all, Inkwell and Wacom support is already in place. </p>

<p>Both Apple and Microsoft have lots of patents on the books. Some get used, some don’t.</p>

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<p>I've been interested in buying a tablet PC for a while now. Ive researched all the pros and cons about them and it still seems like a worth-while investment. My only problem is i cant decide which one would work best for me. Im looking to spend around $1500 before i leave for school so anybody who has one, any reccommendations would be appreciated.</p>

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<p>and it would be called....?</p>

<p>The iTab? Tapplet? Taplintosh?</p>

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<p>BHauseman09: For around $1500, you should look at the new Toshiba R15. </p>

<p>Videogamerx2: I like "Tapplet"</p>

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<p>Videogamerx2: I also like "Applet", but I think it's taken...</p>

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<p>Ok ive looked around at the R15 that you suggested michuncle. I only have a few questions. Ive read that some people find it to be a bit too large and bulky when "writing", is this really a problem or can you deal with it easily? Also, how hot does it tend to get? And last, should i invest in a second or third battery, considering i have 3 classes of an hour or more right in a row on some days? Ive looked for in depth answers to these questions but cant really find what im looking for so i just thought i would ask the person who suggested it.</p>

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<p>The R15 does weigh in at 6 lbs. because of the built-in dvd/cd-rw drive. The screen size is 81/2 x 11 which equals your typical sheet of paper so whatever you write on a regular piece of notebook paper will be the same. The unit that I saw was about the same size as a spiral bound notebook so it shouldn't be a problem laying in Tablet mode on a student desk. Go to your local big box electronics store, they should have an R15 on display. </p>

<p>Reviews mention that the fan will come on after 20 minutes (running at full power), but the areas where your hands will rest should be ok. Remember, most people will use the power saving untility that comes with the Toshiba to save both battery life and heat. </p>

<p>Battery life: users seem to be getting 3 1/2 hours of battery life with WiFi turned on. With WiFi off, 4 hours should be possible. I would look into getting an extra battery for any laptop or Tablet PC. With 2 batteries, 6 hours should be no problem. </p>

<p>There is the Toshiba M200 which has a 12" screen which weighs only 4 1/2 lbs. It uses an external optical drive which may or may not be an issue for you. It's slightly smaller, of course, with an 7 1/2 x 10 writing area (approx.) The M200 is still available but more expensive.</p>

<p>You can look for a review at notebookreview.com which will give you an idea of the size and other relevant points about the R15.</p>

<p>Have fun!</p>

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<p>Well thanks to everyones help here I bought the R15 today and i already love it. I can already tell this is going to make college a whole lot easier since i can use it strictly for classes and not leisure. I have a desktop already and that will be my primary computer. I havent tried out any of the recommended programs yet, im still in the process of removing everything i dont need. Ill let you know how everything is running once i finish. Thanks again for the suggestion, it worked out great.</p>