In my pursuit of the perfect tablet PC
for my needs, I've collected many documents and links to useful TabletPC
information. Here are two documents and a link that may be of interest
to those of you who may be evaluating TabletPC technology:
In response to my updated post
about indoor/outdoor screens, Tom Bernhard, Fujitsu's Director of Strategic
Product Planning, was kind enough to send me a document that covers the
technology issues involved in designing and selecting TabletPC displays.
It probably contains more information than most people would like to know,
however the document also contains some helpful summaries and illustrations.
Earlier this week, I wrote to Tom to request permission to share the document.
I've since learned that the document has just been posted to the web --
see below.
After reading this document, I have decided to go with the indoor wide
angle SXGA+ screen for my TabletPC purchase. I believe that this will work
best for my needs. Most of my work is done indoors and the wide angle viewing
should make client demonstrations easier.
Another helpful document, also from Fujitsu, is the Fujitsu Mobile Whitepaper.
Although a bit dated - it's from 2002 -- this document provides Fujitsu's
response to Microsoft's TabletPC specification. While clearly written from
the Fujitsu perspective, it has some good information and should be of
benefit to anyone considering a TabletPC purchase.
Related documents:
The TabletPC2
web site has an excellent field-trial comparison
of TabletPC displays. Linda Epstein's done a fantastic job of comparing
the screens and features of various TabletPC models.
I've still yet to order my new TabletPC. Unfortunately, there is no single
SKU for my dream system. I know what I want, however, since it must be
"custom configured," I'll need to sit down and map out all the
options before I can submit my order. While I have the flexibility
to choose what I want, it means that I cannot just quickly call and order
a new TabletPC overnight. That's too bad - I could have sold 3 TabletPCs
to clients in the just the past week.
Hopefully, tomorrow will be a quiet day and I can get this order going.
Then, the countdown will really begin.
Discussion/Comments (1):
It was helpful, going with the wide indoor screen, hopefully web demos and PPT will look good on it when I have 1 on 1 meetings.
Posted at 04/07/2005 12:38:09 by Promo
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