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Dell Tablet PC -A Look at the Latitude XT2

A Dell tablet pc is something worth considering if you are interested in the emerging tablet pc phenomenon. We will be looking at one model in particular that many consumers like, the Dell Latitude XT2.

Many people still have not even heard of tablet pcs, or don’t really know what they are. Actually, tablet computers have been around for almost a decade, though they are only starting to become widespread. The basic concept of the tablet is a mobile, ultra-compact pc that can be operated without a keyboard, using a touchscreen.
Later models, however, give you the choice to operate your tablet like a notebook, with a keyboard.

The small size is the obvious advantage; tablets are extremely small, lightweight and easy to carry around. Tablets also allow you to write with a stylus, a kind of virtual pen. This is something many people like, but can be less comfortable if you have to write large portions of text. For the latter, it’s hard to beat the now practically quaint desktop, with its full size keyboard. Tablets, while not efficient for large amounts of writing, are fine for most computer and online tasks, such as reading and scrolling pages and images.

The Latitude XT2 is a higher-end (prices start at around $2,000) tablet pc made by Dell. It has an attractive steel-gray color and has a smooth, rectangular, metallic, sort of futuristic look. The Latitude XT2 comes loaded with Windows 7, and is operated by a powerful Intel processor.

A Dell tablet pc is something you might be considering if you are interested in the emerging tablet pc phenomenon. We will be looking at one model in particular that many consumers like, the Dell Latitude XT2

The Latitude XT2 is compact and lightweight, even for a tablet. Only one inch thick, carrying it around is not very different from carrying a hardcover book. The 12 inch screen is nice and clear, especially for a tablet. The XT2 can be operated in either tablet or notebook mode. In tablet mode, you can use your fingers or a pen. This is one of the unique features of a tablet pc -you can write as you can with a pen on a page.

You can zoom in on online graphics or efficiently scroll through even large web pages on the multi-touch screen. The XT2 is a good choice if you are looking for a tablet that gives you easy navigation. And you can always switch to keyboard mode if you want to type a large block of text.

The XT2 has some drawbacks, of course. It lacks an internal optical drive or camera. Battery life is not exceptional; professional and customer reviews rate it from slightly below average to average. The price is higher than many other tablets. You are essentially paying for the exceptional quality and user-friendliness of the screen.

Is this Dell tablet pc something you should buy? It depends on your needs. This higher end model is probably best suited for someone who plans to use their tablet frequently and will appreciate the XT2’s positive features. More casual users could probably get by with a less expensive tablet, or perhaps even wait for the prices to drop some more.

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