[PiKez]

I have been battling back and forth trying to decide what Tablet PC is best for my situation. If anyone could give me some concrete evidence why I should choose one over the other, it would be greatly appreciated. The only manufactured products I am willing to purchase is Toshiba, Fijitsu, and possibly Motion. The main use for this product is for college. (Taking notes, writing thesis', internet research.) Note: I own two laptops now.
1) Convertible or slate?
2) Average weight difference between the two?
3) Which product runs cooler and makes less noise?
Will I be able to load my (muti-license) Office XP Professional 2003 software on the XP Tablet PC Edition? Can I load any software to a Tablet or does it have to be software stricly for Tablet?

Any informations that will help me choose a product is a huge help.
I added this post to the Toshiba and Motion forum as well. Thanks.

[CpuToys]

I really took my time and measured every angle this time around. A few years ago I purchased a used Panasonic CF-01, an early comer in this world we call TPC. Tired of the tiny screens and limited usability of the PDA, I knew back then that I wanted something running full windows in a small super-portable. The CF-01 runs Win 95 with pen services and is really a cool little machine --for 1998 that is. I've been waiting and watching since the fall of 2001 for the "right", in my eyes, machine to come along.

The Fujitsu 5010d does it all for me! Price + features finally came together and I could wait no longer. (the CF-01 was almost 3K when it came out!) I too already had Notebook(s) so I knew the slate was for me. Also like you I was looking almost exclusively at Toshiba and Fujitsu. I've either owned or used just about every laptop/notebook made since Radio Shack's Model 100 (wow, showing my age with that one!) and am convinced that Tosh and Fuji products are superior. Later I did consider the Motion 1300 as a contender due to the "slate" factor.

When you narrow the field to two or three as you apparently have, my only suggestion is to try to see each one. Hold it, play with it, see how it feels! I would only recommend a convertible if the machine is to be your everything.

You can run any of your existing software and a lot more!

Good luck and be sure to let us know what, when and why you've made the decision.

[hizz]

i wish they would make the 5010 with one of those nice wide viewing angle screens... that would make it the perfect tablet... (for me anyway :) ) and maybe ship it with a hard cover to protect the screen from bumps =)

[motion1]

Just a thought...The choice is surely more in the usuage envisioned by the user.. I have had, Motion M1300, Toshiba 205, Compaq TC1000 and now have the Fujitsu 5011D. The Toshiba 205 has a super hi res screen and is more 'computer' than the others BUT for me it was not a viable choice..I need ..or rather want a really visible screen outside and in bright sun..Toshiba washed out badly. The Motion and Compaq were marginally acceptable when the body is used as shade. The Fujitsu is actually better in sunlight than inside. Inside it is not quite as bright as the normal notebook/tablet but certainly acceptable. So for me..for the time being the Fujitsu was the answer but again...let me add this does not mean it is the ONLY tablet worthwhile...just that it works best for me.. The Compaq,Motion and Fujitsu weigh around 3 pounds..the Toshiba around 4. by the way the Fujitsu 5011D has a/b/g wireless... so....post any anyother question you have..

[PiKez]

Motion, what is the actual weight and battery life on your system? How much heat does it give off and much noise does it make? I understand you may run different applications and have different multi-task issues, but give me some insight. My main concern is use this for a 5-7 hour day on campus for college. I would rather have an actual slate, however, I will definately being using a keyboard when it comes time to organize my notes and write my papers. I'm so confused now. I thought I wanted a convertible and now I'm thinking about a slate again. This is driving me really nuts.

[CpuToys]

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originally posted by Motion1

The choice is surely more in the usuage envisioned by the user.

Exactly. For me, the outdoor viewable screen wasn't important. I was looking for a 12" screen and plenty of battery power. With the extended battery on the ST I can go all day without worry.