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Originally Posted by dmaul1114
Hard to be a true successor to a laptop as even great hand writing recognition isn't going to replace a keyboard for typing--especially for those of us that do a lot of writing. Even outside of work, e-mail and some web stuff (like this forum) would suck with a tablet with just handwriting recognition or a virtual keyboard).
So really I see myself always needing my office desktop that is my primary work machine for both research and teaching prep--statistical analyses, writing articles, lectures exams etc. My laptop which allows me to do all the same work at home so I don't have to come in every day or on weekends.
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Can't argue with that logic at this moment of time, except for the keyboard. Micro-USB ports are functionally equivalent to what we have on our desktops/laptops. External (full size or foldable) keyboard is an option.
However, I have to point out the rapid advancements of the hardware. It has been a long time since I found myself... saturated when it comes to the home desktop hardware. Yeah, 1080p monitor is nice, but if it wasn't for the death of my old monitor... The same goes for my dual core processor, if it dies, dirt-cheap quad core is what I will buy. The software, the Linux apps that I use... I feel no thirst for hardware upgrades. Those (still) hypothetical tablets of the future can easily catch up with my home needs.
The desktop at work WILL NOT go away and will be as powerful as I can squeeze from my IT.
The tablet provides limited mobility within the workplace (lab and meetings), eliminates a bunch (but not all) printouts and provides a convenience to take the work home. Heck, I will pay for that oversized PDA if I have to.