What wonders of technology in the field of computers you will not meet today. Modern people no longer want to buy a simple laptop or netbook. When planning to purchase a small laptop computer, many are lost in the choice of buying an ultrabook or tablet. Stores are full of offers, manufacturers offer many functions with small sizes - how not to get lost! Relatively recently, a wonderful hybrid appeared on the market - an ultrabook transformer.
Transforming laptops were an “experimental” model compared to advanced devices - ultrabooks-transformers. Such gadgets have less weight, small thickness, autonomy, quick exit from standby mode (5-10 seconds), as well as a very attractive design. The ultrabook transformer can also be used as a tablet, while the transformation mechanisms of all manufacturers are different.
Hybrids are mainly based on the operating system Windows 8. This solution is caused by great convenience when working on the touchpad and touch screen. In addition, Windows 8 provides longer battery life for the electronic device. Without a sensor, it is not very convenient to work with this operating system, but manufacturers are trying to provide video navigation with gesture recognition through a webcam built into the tablet lid.
Consider the examples of several models, the main advantages and disadvantages of such gadgets.
Ultrabook-transformer Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 - a model that has become a sales leader and has surprised many users. The ability of the cover to be converted to a tablet by turning 360 degrees allows you to flip the touch screen to the back of the device. Thus, to work in the state of the tablet, the keyboard becomes the basis of the transformer. The manufacturer thought over this nuance: as soon as the screen rotates, the keyboard functions are blocked (by the way, this option is easy to disable). The ultrabook transformer can be installed as a tablet on a stand - “house” or “stand”, which simplifies working on the touch screen, and it’s also better to watch videos or read books at an angle.
Asus Taichi 21 is interesting in engineering - the ultrabook turns into a tablet. Designers did not come up with complex mechanisms, they just added another screen to the device cover. Now, when closed, the ultrabook transformer becomes a tablet. The only negative is the heavier weight of the lid and the instability of the gadget in the open state.
Dell did not change the technology tested on laptops-transformers. She equipped her ultrabook XPS 13 with a frame within which the tablet can be rotated at a convenient angle for work.
Sony has endowed the Vaio Duo 11 ultrabook transformer with a proven and robust slider mechanism. In order to start working on the tablet, just slide the lid forward a little and secure it in the desired position.
You can buy an ultrabook transformer, the prices of which are slightly higher (28,000-70,000 rubles) than for ordinary laptops or laptops-transformers, in many electronics stores.