I would like to purchase a tablet so I can do more blogging without lugging a laptop around. What are the best tools/apps/workflow tips to be able to do this without tearing my hair out? Special snowflake stuff inside.
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posted by melissa
on May 13, 2013 -
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My graduate research has recently headed in a video-heavy direction, which makes the ol' poster presentation format somewhat challenging. I'd like to have a thin screen or tablet to hold — or better yet, mount — where I can easily play a number of videos. What's my best option?
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posted by you're a kitty!
on Apr 23, 2013 -
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I just bought an iPad 4, and (since I rarely spend this much on myself) I'm really paranoid about taking care of it. All the special snowflake details inside...
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posted by JoanArkham
on Feb 21, 2013 -
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I have a project on Google Earth I created on a PC and want to show off on a tablet, but things are not going smoothly. Have I missed something? Do you know how I can make my project better on a tablet? Specific questions outlined inside, but I welcome other suggestions that may help me in ways I had not even thought about yet.
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posted by whatzit
on Feb 15, 2013 -
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I need to find a tablet and a good mobile data plan for my road-trippin' grandmother.
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posted by HostBryan
on Jan 5, 2013 -
8 answers
Android phone user considering a tablet purchase. Considering iPad mini or Nexus 7 and trying to determine pros and cons of staying with android or having access to the Apple realm.
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posted by sinical
on Dec 19, 2012 -
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I know this is well trodden ground, but I have a question about tablets. I want a tablet that will mainly be for reading/annotating pdfs (academic papers). My main worries are eye strain and stylus integration. What's my best bet?
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posted by no regrets, coyote
on Dec 10, 2012 -
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A friend wants to buy my iPad Gen 1 from me, and I'm ready to upgrade to a newer device (I like new shiny gadgets!). Which iPad (Gen 2 or Gen 3) should I buy? Or another tablet altogether?
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posted by MultiFaceted
on Nov 2, 2012 -
20 answers
Best tablet or e-reader for reading PDFs? Difficulty: must be lightweight, with a smaller screen than an iPad, and preferably less than $250.
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posted by np312
on Nov 2, 2012 -
21 answers
What kind of tablet/reader is best for me? I want something with built-in 3G, but I'd rather not pay an arm and a leg for a contract.
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posted by nakedmolerats
on Sep 22, 2012 -
5 answers
How many AA batteries would it take to run a 3rd-gen iPad for one hour?
posted by Egg Shen
on Sep 5, 2012 -
7 answers
In terms of readability and eye comfort, which of the following devices is best-suited for reading basic e-books with black text: a dedicated e-reader like a Kindle Keyboard, or a backlit tablet like an iPad 3, Nexus 7 or Kindle Fire?
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posted by iamisaid
on Aug 8, 2012 -
27 answers
What is currently the best tablet device for writing comments on students' electronically submitted papers?
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posted by plantbot
on Apr 23, 2012 -
14 answers
Converting a paper magazine to a tablet magazine: What do you have to keep in mind, and what are easy ways to do this?
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posted by lord_yo
on Apr 16, 2012 -
5 answers
I currently use an HP Touchpad running Android ICS. I've come to love having a tablet and the HP does most of what I need. But I've been thinking of upgrading to the iPad 3. Worth it? Pros/Cons?
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posted by cuddles.mcsnuggy
on Apr 11, 2012 -
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Can Ipad (or any other tablet) be used to browse and view a folder of documents (mostly PDF/Office) on a shared drive over Wifi without actually downloading the file to the device?
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posted by djfreex
on Apr 4, 2012 -
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What tablet device should I buy to help me be more productive and efficient in the courtroom? I'm really tempted by the low price tag on the Kindle Fire but I'm a little worried at all the negative reviews.
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posted by Happydaz
on Dec 2, 2011 -
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Tabletfilter: What are my options for a tablet computer with occasional 3g connectivity (not a monthly contract)? Preferably something powerful enough to handle video and other display-heavy apps.
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posted by rmd1023
on Nov 23, 2011 -
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Use case scenarios: now that iPhones, iPads and Android devices can do a lot of what desktops can do, either natively or through web apps, what are some of the biggest uses/implementations of those devices to access remote computers? In other words, what do YOU use mobile remote desktop services for?
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posted by malaprohibita
on Oct 7, 2011 -
12 answers
Looking for a tablet recommendation, there are so many out there I can't figure out what I need.
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posted by gilsonal
on Aug 17, 2011 -
11 answers
Will I have a decent experience trying to have regular video chats with my kids using an Apple Ipad2 or Motorola Xoom? What hardware/software would work best for the family PC?
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posted by QuantumMeruit
on Jun 27, 2011 -
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I may be in the market for a tablet PC, and in the best of all worlds would like to find a model with an E-ink *and* LCD display with Wi-Fi. Does such a thing currently exist?
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posted by cuddles.mcsnuggy
on May 17, 2011 -
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Looking for a tablet-like media device that plays ripped DVDs, and easily saves and views PDFs and Word docs to take with me travelling. Fitting in a small carry bag would be great as well.
Difficulty: Not an iPad.
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posted by evadery
on Apr 26, 2011 -
26 answers
Will the "iPad 2 3G" works with other carriers other than AT&T or Verizon?
posted by omaralarifi
on Mar 2, 2011 -
11 answers
I want to create something similar to the Martha Stewart iPad application. It's a little more interactive than a straight e-book. It has similarities to other applications (wired, etc)... Enough similarities that I thought there must be a tool that would let you create something without having to create and code something unique each time.
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posted by rdurbin
on Feb 9, 2011 -
1 answer
Recommend places to shop for cheap import electronics in Seattle. Think knockoff ipads, android tablets, unlocked smartphones, and other geeky gadgets straight off the boat from China...The kinda stuff you can get at sites like www.chinavasion.com
posted by stenseng
on Jan 11, 2011 -
3 answers
What's with all the tablet/slate hype? I hate to be a curmudgeon, and I almost always see the bright side on emerging technology, but I just don't see why everyone should own one. Help me find the light!
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posted by speedgraphic
on Dec 25, 2010 -
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I recently played with an iPad, and I definitely see the appeal. I tend to hate touchscreens in favor of clickable keyboards, but I do see the use of touchscreens in web browsing, e-book reading, etc. I like the form factor and portability of the iPad, and I especially like the no-contract a la carte wireless options. Now that I've started to think about what I might use such a device for, what are my options?
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posted by RobotNinja
on Sep 23, 2010 -
37 answers
What currently available smartphones will be best at tethering an Ipad or other soon-to-be-released tablets?
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posted by slow graffiti
on Apr 22, 2010 -
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