kk10
09-27-2010, 01:16 AM
I am a college student pursuing a Graphic Design major.
Besides creating images like logos, I also love to do sketches, paintings, and cartoons.
I'm looking for a reliable machine to increase my art productivity (while on the go and in class). I would like it to have an excellent display and pen sensitivity (for detailed art), enough power to run art programs (photoshop, illustrator, and sketchbook), and enough battery life to last through a day of art and classes.
Besides art, I would like to use this Tablet PC for basic computer functions, like wordprocessing and websurfing. So connection to the internet is a must. (Also for art reference.)
I am new to the world of Tablet PCs, so any help would be greatly appreciated!
P.S. If something I wrote below doesn't make sense/sounds stupid/unrealistic, please let me know. Like I said, I'm new to this, and I'm sure there are people with more experience and better suggestions.
1. What is your budget?
Around $1500, give or take. If possible, cheaper is better.
2. Would you consider purchasing used/refurbished?
I'd prefer new,
unless there's some really awesome used/refurbished that someone would like to suggest.
3. Do you prefer a Slate, Convertible or Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC)?
Convertible, for easy typing.
4. What size Tablet PC would you prefer?
12"ish. I need it to be portable, but easy to draw on.
5. Which country do you intent to purchase from?
USA
6. Do you have any preferences to brand loyalty or dislikes?
I like Wacom. I've used an Intuos3 for years.
Other than that, I'm game for whatever is best.
What Tablet PC brands are best for art?
7. How many hours battery life do you require?
+6 hours would be good.
It must be able to survive a day of classes, or hours of intense art. (Like when I get one of those crazy art urges. Maybe you know what I mean...) Granted, it probably won't be open/used the entire time in class, but still. Longer is better.
8. What will be the primary usage scenario of this tablet?
Art. Art! ART!
After that, basic notetaking, word processing, and internet (like email, youtube, facebook, google, etc).
9. Do you have an OS preference?
I understand Windows.
I've used up to Windows Vista, but can learn Windows7.
10. What software and tasks do you intend to run?
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.
Sketchbook
Microsoft Word
Firefox
iTunes for music?
10. Do you intend on playing Games?
No.
At the most, flash games like Bejeweled.
Screen Specifics
1. What resolution do you prefer?
WXGA - 1280x768, I think?
I don't know much about this. Enough for really detailed colored art.
2. Do you require the screen to be readable in sunlight?
It would be nice/preferred, but not necessary.
I can survive without. I will mostly use this indoors. (Don't want to expose my new baby to the elements, lol)
3. Do you prefer your display to be glossy or matte?
Whatever is best for art and drawing?
I don't know.
4. Do you require Touch?
Not needed.
5. Do you require a Pen?
YES. Absolutely.
Wacom digitizer, pressure sensitive.
Component Specifics
1. What size Hard Drive and Memory do you require?
I don't know much about this. But I think I need a lot.
Enough memory to power art programs like Sketchbook, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator. I want this thing to work smoothly, with no lag.
Enough storage to keep pictures, documents, and a few big files like psd. I have an external harddrive that I'll use to save most of the things I create on my Tablet PC.
2. Do you require an Optical (CD/DVD) Drive to be built in?
I don't think so. But USB ports are awesome.
Can you install Adobe programs without the CD?
3. Do you require ability to add a second Battery or Hard Drive (Modular Bay technology)?
I don't know?
Misc
1. Other non specific items ~
I know that no Tablet PC will ever compare to a Wacom Cintiq, but I am looking for something portable. So if you could avoid telling me to buy a Cintiq, I'd appreciate it.
2. Additional requests ~
1. It would be awesome if I could fit it in a carrying case with a strap. Any suggestions?
2. It would also be awesome if there are screen protector options that fit. (Good sheets, hard cover, etc?)
3. Customizable buttons (at least 1 or 2) around the screen.
4. Rounded corners > Square corners
5. Able to withstand humid weather and a tiny drizzle (I hope to avoid this, but you never know).
6. Aesthetically pleasing/nice design is a plus, though not absolutely needed.
To sum it all up...
I'm looking for a Tablet PC primarily for art, secondarily for basic word processing and internet.
The qualities that are most important to me are:
1. Screen/Display Quality
2. Ability to run art programs
3. Battery Life
Required:
1. USB Ports
2. Wireless internet
3. Wacom pen digitizer and pressure sensitivity
4. Customizable buttons around screen
Thanks everyone!!!
Any suggestions or help is appreciated!
Besides creating images like logos, I also love to do sketches, paintings, and cartoons.
I'm looking for a reliable machine to increase my art productivity (while on the go and in class). I would like it to have an excellent display and pen sensitivity (for detailed art), enough power to run art programs (photoshop, illustrator, and sketchbook), and enough battery life to last through a day of art and classes.
Besides art, I would like to use this Tablet PC for basic computer functions, like wordprocessing and websurfing. So connection to the internet is a must. (Also for art reference.)
I am new to the world of Tablet PCs, so any help would be greatly appreciated!
P.S. If something I wrote below doesn't make sense/sounds stupid/unrealistic, please let me know. Like I said, I'm new to this, and I'm sure there are people with more experience and better suggestions.
1. What is your budget?
Around $1500, give or take. If possible, cheaper is better.
2. Would you consider purchasing used/refurbished?
I'd prefer new,
unless there's some really awesome used/refurbished that someone would like to suggest.
3. Do you prefer a Slate, Convertible or Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC)?
Convertible, for easy typing.
4. What size Tablet PC would you prefer?
12"ish. I need it to be portable, but easy to draw on.
5. Which country do you intent to purchase from?
USA
6. Do you have any preferences to brand loyalty or dislikes?
I like Wacom. I've used an Intuos3 for years.
Other than that, I'm game for whatever is best.
What Tablet PC brands are best for art?
7. How many hours battery life do you require?
+6 hours would be good.
It must be able to survive a day of classes, or hours of intense art. (Like when I get one of those crazy art urges. Maybe you know what I mean...) Granted, it probably won't be open/used the entire time in class, but still. Longer is better.
8. What will be the primary usage scenario of this tablet?
Art. Art! ART!
After that, basic notetaking, word processing, and internet (like email, youtube, facebook, google, etc).
9. Do you have an OS preference?
I understand Windows.
I've used up to Windows Vista, but can learn Windows7.
10. What software and tasks do you intend to run?
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.
Sketchbook
Microsoft Word
Firefox
iTunes for music?
10. Do you intend on playing Games?
No.
At the most, flash games like Bejeweled.
Screen Specifics
1. What resolution do you prefer?
WXGA - 1280x768, I think?
I don't know much about this. Enough for really detailed colored art.
2. Do you require the screen to be readable in sunlight?
It would be nice/preferred, but not necessary.
I can survive without. I will mostly use this indoors. (Don't want to expose my new baby to the elements, lol)
3. Do you prefer your display to be glossy or matte?
Whatever is best for art and drawing?
I don't know.
4. Do you require Touch?
Not needed.
5. Do you require a Pen?
YES. Absolutely.
Wacom digitizer, pressure sensitive.
Component Specifics
1. What size Hard Drive and Memory do you require?
I don't know much about this. But I think I need a lot.
Enough memory to power art programs like Sketchbook, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator. I want this thing to work smoothly, with no lag.
Enough storage to keep pictures, documents, and a few big files like psd. I have an external harddrive that I'll use to save most of the things I create on my Tablet PC.
2. Do you require an Optical (CD/DVD) Drive to be built in?
I don't think so. But USB ports are awesome.
Can you install Adobe programs without the CD?
3. Do you require ability to add a second Battery or Hard Drive (Modular Bay technology)?
I don't know?
Misc
1. Other non specific items ~
I know that no Tablet PC will ever compare to a Wacom Cintiq, but I am looking for something portable. So if you could avoid telling me to buy a Cintiq, I'd appreciate it.
2. Additional requests ~
1. It would be awesome if I could fit it in a carrying case with a strap. Any suggestions?
2. It would also be awesome if there are screen protector options that fit. (Good sheets, hard cover, etc?)
3. Customizable buttons (at least 1 or 2) around the screen.
4. Rounded corners > Square corners
5. Able to withstand humid weather and a tiny drizzle (I hope to avoid this, but you never know).
6. Aesthetically pleasing/nice design is a plus, though not absolutely needed.
To sum it all up...
I'm looking for a Tablet PC primarily for art, secondarily for basic word processing and internet.
The qualities that are most important to me are:
1. Screen/Display Quality
2. Ability to run art programs
3. Battery Life
Required:
1. USB Ports
2. Wireless internet
3. Wacom pen digitizer and pressure sensitivity
4. Customizable buttons around screen
Thanks everyone!!!
Any suggestions or help is appreciated!