Or I still am in a dilemma, really.
You see, I wanted a windows 8.
More specifically, a windows 8 tablet. With a docking, detachable screen, SSD, and so on, to replace my current laptop which I've owned since 2006.
Its more of a needs than want.
Naturally, I had to shop around. And the first thing that I found was that there are quite a few that is available at the moment. And today I had some privileges to try them all.
The first one is Samsung Ativ Smart PC.
Now naturally, I don't like Samsung. They seems to make their product so cheaply, that I had an allergy just by touching them. But since this is a Windows 8, I thought I'd give it a try.
My first impression was that the screen was huge. Sure its only 10', but it was quite huge for a tablet. It was quite heavy and firm as well compared to their G-tab. The device gives you 64 GB of SSD galore, which is practically only around 30 GB available when you bought it, because of the windows file and pre installed software.
You get the usual slot card for extended memory, sim card, and also a docking keyboard. Now I should point out that the keyboard does feel a bit cheap. The tactile feedback isn't really much and it just feels to plastic to me. The device itself also suffers from general sluggishness, which is weird because windows 8 always run smooth.
Price tag: 9.5 Mio with the intel atom processor + dock. The Pro (I)5 version still isn't out
Now for the 2nd device, Acer Iconia W510.
This tablet is small. Compared to the samsung, the samsung have more of a room to show those windows 8 beautiful metro interface. But overall, the W510 is a lot, and I do mean a lot faster than the Samsung, even though they have same processor. Everything is silky smooth, responsive, snappy, just felt beautiful.
The tablet also (supposedly) comes with the dock. Acer said that it does, but frankly, the dock isn't out yet in Indonesia. Halo Acer, wtf is wrong with you?
I just love the Acer. The only downside of it is that it only comes with 32 GB storage.
What?
In overseas, you can get an optional 64 GB, but not in Indo you can't. A 32 GB leaves you only about 15 GB left after rest is taken by windows file.
But don't get me wrong, it is much cheaper than the Samsung. Tablet without dock cost 6 Mio while with dock its 7.2 Mio.
3rd one, Asus Vivo Tab.
This is not out yet in Indo, but from review, it has better build than acer and samsung, faster, 64 GB storage, slim, sexy, smart, just the perfect one.
So which one will I get?
Have a guess.
Go on.
The answer is: none of the above.
You see, I'm in love already.
And whenever I want something, my god, I will do everything on my power to get it.
I'm in love with Microsoft Surface Pro.
It has always been that from the beginning, and it will always be that.
It is sexy. It has keyboard which can be used as cover. It is quick. It has kickstand. It has big screen. It makes people jaw dropped when they see it.
It grabbed my heart from the very beginning.
So why did I even consider those 3 above choices then?
Well, the Surface isn't sold in Indonesia. The price is also expensive. The RT version cost about 8.5-9 Mio already. The Pro version would cost me about 13-14 Mio. More than an ultrabook.
So its not sold in Indonesia, its super expensive, why the hell do still want it? So many obstacles to have it...nearly impossible even.
Well, I did take a look at kaskus few days ago and I found people selling Surface RT. Lots of people. I figured it'll happen too for the Pro version. Sure it'll be hell expensive, but what the hell.
It might almost be impossible, but there is a way. There is always a way. And I will throw everything I have to get what I want. Which is what I need as well.
Beside, I love it.
That itself is a good enough reason.
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