What to Consider Before Switching from a Laptop to a Tablet

Posted: November 18, 2014

It's easy to see why people might consider trading in a laptop for a tablet. Tablets offer a lot of punch in a small, very portable package. Switching from a laptop to a tablet may seem like a great idea, but there are things to consider before making that switch. Ian Paul, writer for PC World, shares things to think about before switching from a laptop to a tablet.

3 things to consider before ditching your laptop for a tablet

For a few years now I’ve been watching tablets develop into ever more potent machines, with an eye towards making the jump from a laptop to a slate for my mobile workstation. Sure, people have been working on iPads for years, but until recently it’s always seemed like a bit of a hack to me. But between a legion of slimmed-down, powered-up Windows tablets hitting the streets and the increasing performance of the iPad, the day may soon come when I officially make the leap. And PCWorld senior editor Mark Hachman has already embraced the Surface Pro 3 for work and for play. If you’ve been thinking about making the switch too, here’s a look at three features to keep top of mind when pondering the jump from a clamshell to a tablet. What’s your platform? The first thing you must decide on is which platform you want to use on your tablet: Android, iOS, or Windows. This comes down to a mix of personal choice and what you need your new mobile workstation to do. Read the entire article 3 Things to Consider Before Ditching Your Laptop for a Tablet on PC World.