The Best Touch Screen Laptops Reviewed

The hottest new computers on the market today are touch screen laptops. Over the past year there has been a dramatic increase in the amount available never has there been so much choice. At first there was only the Ipad running on ISO operating software but know there has been an influx of other touch screen laptops using Microsoft’s Android operating system. The Android operating system is more than a match for Apple’s IOS system and the huge benefit to consumers is the fact Microsoft has licensed it to lots of different manufacturers leading to the explosion in choice for a touch screen laptop.

So where do you start when looking for you first touch screen laptop? Well that’s where I come in, as an experienced engineer with access to all of the latest touch screen laptops I will walk you through all aspects so you get the right touch screen laptop for your needs.

The first touch screen laptop we are going to look at is the extremely popular “Viewsonic G-Tablet”. This touch screen

laptop runs on the Google Android 2.2 operating system with improved JavaScript loading leading to better overall performance. For Internet access this tablet has Wi-Fi connectivity as well as a USB option for wired internet connection.

The ViewSonic touch screen laptop comes packed with power including-

As you can see this touch screen laptop comes packed with lots of features the best one is its price about a third cheaper than the IPad! It does have a couple of problems such as the Tap n’ Tap user interface as it is slow and insufficient. There is a solution as it is powered by Android there are plenty of other software product available to solve this because of the open market on producing Android software.

The next touch screen laptop is the amazing “ASUS 10.1-Inch Convertible Tablet” I cant stress how good this mini laptop

computer is. You get the best of both worlds a touch screen laptop and a fully functioning laptop with full keyboard all stuffed into 10.1 inches! The ASUS Convertible tablet is a fully functioning laptop running on Microsofts Windows 7.

Well lets see what under the hood the ASUS-

This is an amazing little laptop with a seriously cool twisting screen that flips from standard laptop configuration to touch screen laptop with style and ease. There are two problems you need to address  to get the best out of this touch screen laptop. First to be a fully functioning touch screen laptop you need to upgrade the windows 7 starter operating system to the full home premium version. Second for the laptop to perform to its full potential you need to upgrade the memory from 1G to at least 2G using the memory expiation slot(SODIMM slot).

 

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Pros and Cons of Touch Screen Laptops

Finally getting your hands on some pretty cool device like a tablet computer or a touch screen laptop can be really satisfying because of its perks. You can take notes with your own handwriting, manage files like copy and paste or drag and drop with the use of a stylus or your own finger, making the navigation faster and more reliable.

Aside from speed and reliability, the numerous applications that can be used makes touch screen laptops the hands down winner when it comes to features. To name a few apps that will make anyone go crazy with want, there are music creators, photo editors, drafting tools, e-books, audio books, weather bug, drawing apps like finger painting and numerous games that are jammed in this small device. The video playback, photo browsing and mailing is fast. You can also purchase different accessories to broaden the capabilities of your new baby.

Moreover, the screen solution is smooth and clear. Screens like iPad have an oleo-phobic surface that should repel greasy smears and fingerprints. Even though the coating isn’t 100% and eventually wears off, it proves to greatly resist the oil streaks compared to others gadgets. Video conferencing is also a plus. In tablets like Galaxy, it has two cameras and available apps that enables you to videoconference with other online members and send pre-recorded messages.

However, if there are pros, there are definitely cons about touch screen laptops. The release of the iPad in the market really created a lot of rumours and guesswork about its productivity compared to what a standard laptop can do.

First is the inability to keep several windows open at the same time and switch them back and forth. Next is the printing issue because you can’t print anything from it. There’s also the concern about Flash player that enables one to view and download particular apps and files with a different property. Even though the screen is clear, it can also get awfully greasy. The smudges are visible especially when the light on the screen is turned off. But nothing can’t be resolved than a quick wipe and making sure that your fingers are from oils before using the device. And of course, it can leave your pocket starving for a while because of its price.

But if you don’t do much work other than checking mails and browsing the web, these cons are considered minor details in comparison to its redeeming features.

 

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Stepping Up To The Next Level With Touch Screen Technology

A few decades ago, touch screen technology did not exist. Looking back, it really is hard to think that the same old keyboard and our trusty mouse are the only way to make a computer work. Technology just makes everything so simple these days that we’ve become familiar to its role in our everyday lives. Seriously, to the extent that ATM machines and supermarket counters utilize touch screens and no one notices. That’s how accustomed we are nowadays.

Therefore, it’s only reasonable to think that it is applied to computers and other high-end gadgets way before it was used to ATMs and other operative contraptions. The fuss when touch screen laptops were released to the public is a proof to that.

A touch screen laptop has three components to work its magic. It has a sensor to detect the location of the touch, a converter that converts the touch signal to a data and the driver who interprets the signal and performs the touch. This innovative gadget is ideal for everyone. Whether you are a businessman, an executive or a student, its features that are not found in a standard laptop will make you really want to invest on something as advanced and functional as this one.

Consequently, it became most influential to the business world. It is commonly used as a presentation tool during conferences and its natural interface enables the user to manipulate data with just his finger or the use of a stylus. Its portability also makes it all the more popular especially when travelling.

Moreover, it is also well acclaimed by students. Due to the fact that we learned writing by hand, it is easy to draw diagrams and take notes rather than typing them on a keyboard.

With all the numerous models and styles available in the market, a person won’t really be able to help it and wish one for himself. The promise of unlimited downloads on iTunes, a good read from e-book, boundless games and other features that an ordinary computer can’t offer.

Thus, if you plan on buying a touch screen laptop for yourself, be sure to take time on choosing what’s best for you. Do your research and check out some reviews online and sites with good reputations that offer the product you’re interested in. If you’re not used to operating computers through touch screens, get a feel for it first and familiarize yourself to its features inside and out. That way, you’ll get the most out of it.

 

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