mgmueller,
Speaking of 8" tablets, have you used a Galaxy Note 8.0?? I've looked at them a couple times in store and am considering buying one to add a case w/ built-in keyboard.... in order to replace my laptop.
I tried the new HP Chromebook 14, but I really thought that the device was too heavy for what it does. It's just so limited. These Chromebooks are interesting, but the truth is that an Android tablet is so much more functional. So add a case w/ keyboard, and ta-da -- an 8" laptop under 2 pounds. Or, under a kilo for you metric lovers.
Kinda sucks because the price seems to be higher right now than it was a couple months ago. That must mean it's REALLY good then...