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Confession time: I never owned a traditional laptop.
I always found them to be too slow and expensive compared to desktop computers with similar specs.
However, 2-in-1 tablets with detachable keyboards have completely changed the game for me.
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That was until I graduated and started freelancing.
MyLenovo Miix 510goes into tablet mode the moment I disconnect the keyboard.
It enables auto-rotate and shows a virtual keyboard when I want to key in.
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You’ll get to enjoy a nicer display and faster processing.
Touch screens eliminate the need for a mouse almost entirely.
It’s perfect for navigating browsers, text files, spreadsheets, and Windows.
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I even installed lightweight Windows games that don’t require a mouse to play, such asCupheadandBurnout Paradise.
I do this on long bus trips as I switch between working and watching TV shows.
Models with a detachable keyboard have all internal components (CPU, storage, battery, etc.)
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integrated within the display unit, so the keyboard is just a keyboard.
Also, they’re uncomfortable to hold on your lap for prolonged sessions because the heat gets uncomfortable fast.
Repositioning the internal components solves all of those issues.
The Drawbacks of a 2-In-1 Design
A major drawback of 2-in-1 laptops is the price.
There are also some serious durability concerns with 2-in-1 models.
The complex hinge mechanisms aren’t always very durable, though that depends on the model.
There are also performance limitations.
They struggle to approach traditional laptops that have equivalent specs.
The last downside has to do with how Windows handles touch screens.
Similar odd issues happen when I give a shot to use Google Sheets.
That’s why I usually resort to using the touchpad whenever I need to make precise inputs.
Despite all these drawbacks, I can’t imagine myself using a laptop that isn’t a 2-in-1.
I don’t need a powerful laptop because I have my desktop PC for that.
