#TheCaseAgainstTablets
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Because I like making Massive Markdown Tables of Shit, I made a massive markdown table of various tasks and suitedness, as well as some physical characteristics, of different computing / electronic devices: desktops, laptops, tablets, mobil
The Case Against Tablets As I hunt for new computing hardware, I’m coming to the conclusion that tablets are simply a mistake. And yes, strongly informed by using one as a primary device for 5 years. An ultra-light laptop has better utility
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