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I need a new laptop for work and as a standard system would select between the thinkpad X1 carbon or more likely the XPS 13.
However, my main use is writing, editing and proofing etc so am considering a 2 in 1. My only use here is reading and proof reading with the pen and I have little need for the rest so want to avoid tablet form just for the sake of it.
If you have a surface I would be interested in answers to the following. I have been to the local retailers to try for myself but they didn't have stock : /
1) I should highlight that I find proofreading on a PC difficult and normally need paper to do this. For this reason I am targeting a high quality screen. How does the screen on the surface book compare to paper. Am I wasting my time here?
2) I can probable only swing the lowest spec surface book. Do people find the small amount of storage a problem?
3) Are there any (non-apple) alternatives to the surface book? I don't like the stand on the surface pro. Looking for a pen ideally.
Honestly I would go for the XPS 13 now, but with two hours of commute each day the surface book could help significantly with productivity.
However, my main use is writing, editing and proofing etc so am considering a 2 in 1. My only use here is reading and proof reading with the pen and I have little need for the rest so want to avoid tablet form just for the sake of it.
If you have a surface I would be interested in answers to the following. I have been to the local retailers to try for myself but they didn't have stock : /
1) I should highlight that I find proofreading on a PC difficult and normally need paper to do this. For this reason I am targeting a high quality screen. How does the screen on the surface book compare to paper. Am I wasting my time here?
2) I can probable only swing the lowest spec surface book. Do people find the small amount of storage a problem?
3) Are there any (non-apple) alternatives to the surface book? I don't like the stand on the surface pro. Looking for a pen ideally.
Honestly I would go for the XPS 13 now, but with two hours of commute each day the surface book could help significantly with productivity.