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Product Information
| Screen Size | 11.6 inches |
| Screen Resolution | 1336 x 768 |
| Max Screen Resolution | 1336 x 768 pixels |
| Processor | 1.6 GHz Core i5-2467M |
| RAM | 4 GB DDR3 |
| Hard Drive | 0 GB SSD |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
| Chipset Brand | Intel |
| Card Description | HD Graphics 3000 |
| Wireless Type | 802.11A, 802.11B, 802.11G, 802.11n |
| Average Battery Life (in hours) | 7 hours |
| Brand Name | Samsung |
| Series | Series 7 |
| Item model number | XE700T1A-A03US |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Operating System | Windows 7 Home Premium |
| Item Weight | 2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 7.24 x 11.66 x 0.51 inches |
| Color | Black |
| Rear Webcam Resolution | 3 MP |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Computer Memory Type | SODIMM |
| Flash Memory Size | 128 |
| Hard Drive Interface | Serial ATA |
| Optical Drive Type | n/a |
| Battery Type | lithium_ion |
Additional Information
| ASIN | B005OUQ9WO |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4,043 in Computers & Accessories (See top 100) |
| Shipping Weight | 6.3 pounds |
| Shipping | Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2011 |
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A lightweight slate computer with full PC capabilities running Windows 7, the Samsung Series 7 Slate PC (model XE700T1A-A03US) offers all of the features of a full-sized laptop in an extremely portable package, providing highly mobile users with the computing power they need for maximum productivity anywhere they go.
The full-powered Samsung Series 7 Slate PC
with Intel Core i5 dual-core processor and
Windows 7 Home Premium (view larger).
with Intel Core i5 dual-core processor and
Windows 7 Home Premium (view larger).
Great for sharing presentations on the go.
Optional dock and keyboard create a desktop PC experience (view larger).
Weighing less than two pounds and measuring only half an inch thick, the Series 7 Slate can truly be taken anywhere. Despite its compact size, the Slate is a full-powered PC with an 11.6-inch screen, powerful Intel Core i5 dual-core processor, a full version of Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium, and a 128 GB solid state hard drive.
In addition to being easy to transport, its sleek, slim design and elegant detailing will turn heads everywhere--from the boardroom to the train on your commute home.
With up to seven hours of battery life, the Series 7 Slate ensures an all day connection for optimal productivity while on-the-go. Additionally, this Series 7 Slate includes award-winning Intel Wireless Display functionality.
Key Features
 | A Full PC in a Sleek Form FactorSamsung Series 7 slate PCs offer the power and speed of a full-size PC, yet they're a mere half-inch thick and weigh less than a pound. They're an amazing marriage of power and design. |
 | Run Your Favorite SoftwareThe Windows 7 OS allows you to run all your favorite office software. You can share documents with co-workers without any compatibility issues. And Samsung's touch interface gives you easy, instant access to all your programs. |
 | Fast StartYou'll never have to wait for this computer to boot up. Press the power button, and it wakes instantly. Press it again, and it goes into a hybrid sleep mode. |
 | Superior Screen QualitySamsung is the world's largest manufacturer of LCD panels, and its Superbright Plus technology gives you a brilliant 400-nit screen (twice as bright as many traditional PCs) and stunning range of color (up to 16 million colors). The wide 170 degree viewing angle makes it easy to view content from anywhere, as well as to display materials to friends and colleagues. |
 | Optional Bluetooth Keyboard and DockFor those times when you prefer a traditional keyboard, an optional Bluetooth keyboard is available. And an optional dock lets you quickly and easily connect to an external monitor, printer, MP3 player, camera, and other USB devices (both keyboard and dock sold separately). |
Fully Mobile, Fully Powered
You can quickly type using the on-screen keyboard and navigate through the slate's features with the highly responsive capacitive multi-touch screen, or write naturally on the screen using an electromagnetic pen, making it easy to take meeting notes, create documents and reports in Microsoft Office 2010, or browse online. An integrated microphone and dual 2-megapixel (front) and 3-megapixel (rear) cameras can record audio/visual files, which can be stored and shared via the full-sized USB port or Wi-Fi.
The Series 7 features Samsung's exclusive FastStart technology, which enables the slate to transition from a hybrid sleep mode to full functionality in two to three seconds, enabling you to quickly jump into work or play anywhere. Samsung's touch interface helps to streamline your life by providing seamless access to applications used every day such as Facebook, Twitter, maps and media content.
Effortless Connectivity
Samsung's exclusive Easy Settings make it effortless to connect the Series 7 Slate to new wireless networks, projectors and more by giving you easy access to commonly used PC settings, resulting in stress-free business travel and presentations. Samsung Easy Migration allows you to seamlessly transfer existing files by connecting their old PC to the Series 7 Slate, launching and starting Easy Migration and letting the PC do the rest.
Powerful Dual-Core Processing
The 1.6 GHz low-voltage Intel Core i5-2467M dual-core processor provides smart performance with a speed boost (2.3 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 3 MB L3 cache). It also includes Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology enables each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking.
Intel Wireless Display Capable
With integrated Intel Wireless Display technology, you'll be able to cut down on the cluttered mass of wires surrounding your work station and stop crowding around your laptop screen to enjoy vivid pictures, video and other content. You'll enjoy great image clarity and sound without sacrificing quality and without wires. Simply connect an optional adapter for Intel Wireless Display (such as the Netgear Push2TV PTV2000 and Belkin ScreenCast adapters) to your TV, follow a few simple steps, and you're off and running. Set it up once, and sharing your screen is as easy as pushing a button.
PowerPlus Battery Technology
A battery designed for the long haul, the Samsung PowerPlus technology gives you more years and more hours. This technology retains 80 percent of the original battery capacity for up to 1,000 charges. After three years of use you still have a battery that still works for you day in and day out. That's power when you need it.
Key Specifications11.6-inch Superbright Plus display with 1366 x 768 resolution for native HD 720p viewing (400 nit brightness) 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5-2467M dual-core processor (2.3 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 3 MB L3 cache) 128 GB solid-state drive (SSD) delivers quicker boot-ups, faster application launches and overall enhanced performance 4 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (maximum) Intel HD Graphics 3000 for casual and mainstream gaming (supports Microsoft DirectX 10). 2-megapixel front webcam 3-megapixel rear webcam Built-in stereo speakers (3 watts total; 1.5W x 2) Up to 7 hours of battery life Dimensions and Weight: 11.66 x 7.24 x 0.51 inches (WxDxH); 2.04 pounds | Wireless & Networking
Connectivity & Expansion
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What's in the Box:
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
The Best Entertainment Experience On Your PC
Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. You can even watch, pause, and rewind TV or record it to watch whenever and wherever you want. For the best entertainment experience, choose a PC with Windows 7.
Peek behind open windows to get a quick look at your desktop (see larger image).
Windows 7: Your PC Simplified
Simplifies everyday tasks, works the way you want, and makes new things possible.
- Improved desktop navigation features like Snap, Peek, and Shake, make it easier to manage all of your open windows.
- Creating a home network has never been easier. You can even share files and printers with all the PCs with Windows 7 on the network.
- Find virtually anything on your PC--from documents to songs to email--just by typing a word or two with Windows Search.
- Designed to make your PC sleep and resume quicker.
- Watch, pause, rewind and record TV with Windows Media Center to watch whenever and where ever you want*.
Create, Connect and Share with Windows Live
Windows 7 and Windows Live bring it all together for free. Get the free set of programs that make it simple to create and share amazing photos and movies, organize mail, and stay connected with your closest friends.
- Get 25 GB of free online storage with Windows Live SkyDrive.
- Sync files on your PCs automatically with Windows Live Mesh.
- Share photos during video chats with Windows Live**
- Easily edit photos and combine the best parts of multiple photos into one perfect photo with Photo Fuse.
Windows Live is available for free at download.live.com.
Complete your PC Experience with Microsoft Office 2010
- Microsoft Office Starter 2010 includes reduced functionality versions of Microsoft Word and Excel with advertising. (Note that PowerPoint or Outlook are not included.)
- Purchase Office 2010 today and get the most out of your new PC.
Product Description
With stunning lines, a sleek design, powerfully fast performance, and cutting edge technology, the Samsung Series 7 is a slate that does not know the meaning of compromise. From the blazing fast processor to innovative features such as Fast Start, you can get more done in less time. Faster is Better
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I purchased this hoping that it could replace by my laptop PC and my iPad. It has done both of those items quite well. It's still not perfect, but it's a step forward. Here's my rundown:
Replacing a Laptop: A-
I liked the idea of exchanging my laptop for something that was lighter and nearly as powerful. For the most part, it did not disappoint. I have all the capabilities of my old laptop PC and a more portable package. The system is fast (because Samsung used an i5 processor rather than the less powerful Atom, which I've heard can be frustratingly slow). It's battery lasts nearly as long as my old laptop battery (Samsung claims 7 hours; I've gotten 4-5 hours without even activating any power saving features). The screen is large enough for laptop work and the docking station allows me to use an external monitor when I'm in the office or in my home office. Disappointments as a laptop replacement:
* It came with Windows 7 Home, which does not allow you to join the laptop to a domain on a business network. Not a big deal for me because my business furnished a copy of Windows 7 Pro.
* It's not quite as easy to just sit down, open this machine, and use it like a laptop. I sit in front of the TV and work on my laptop frequently, and this machine is actually a little more cumbersome to do that with than is a true laptop. Samsung really should have included a case with a built in "kick stand" to offset this issue (I've ordered one, but it has been on backorder since I got it over 2 weeks ago - Samsung did not do a good job of building out the add-ons market here before rolling out this machine). Perfect world: someone will roll out a case with an included keyboard and trackpad so it can be used exactly like a laptop when needed.
* The front-facing camera is very low quality. I can skype better on my iPhone, old laptop or my wife's Mac. There's no good excuse for this - Samsung when cheap on the front camera.
Replacing an iPad: B+
You should know that I was trying to replace my iPad as a "content creation" device primarily. If you spend (or intend to spend) a lot of time reading books and watching movies on a device, then the iPad is probably a better choice than the Samsung slate - simply because the Samsung is just too bulky to hold up in bed to read a book. On the other hand, I always felt like my iPad was too bulky for reading too (so I also purchased a Kindle Fire - which I've also reviewed and am very happy with). On the other hand, I wanted to be able to create content with my iPad, and I was never very happy with it for that purpose. With the Samsung, and no keyboard, I can create content just as easily as I could on my iPad (using the on-screen keyboard). The Samsung also has a built on "launcher" program, with it's own "touch friendly" apps. That program is hardly necessary, however. I've found that I can pretty easily use the touch interface to open applications in windows, scroll web pages, etc - all the same things I used to do on my iPad. I thought I would miss many of my old iPad apps a lot, and I do miss them, but I've found that I'm so much more productive on this machine, that it's not a very big factor.
Using as a Slate/Tablet: A-
One of the things that I was most excited about was using this as an entirely new device - doing things on it that I could neither do on my iPad nor on my tablet. It has not disappointed in that area (though it could use some improvements). Having the stylus as an option in addition to the touch (finger) interface, is a great improvement over my iPad. I had tried a few sytluses (stylii?) with my iPad, and none of them worked well - the machine was simply never made as something you could truly use like a "sheet of paper". I am very frequently in meetings and I want to be able to take notes, without pecking at a keyboard - but I don't want to have to transcribe those notes from a notepad to an electronic format. Using the Samsung with OneNote is the perfect solution. The additional capability to be able to record audio that is synched with those notes is even better. I've not even fully tapped into this capability yet, but so far am VERY happy with it. Handwriting recognition is also outstanding; I'm torn as to weather it is faster to use the on-screen keyboard or handwriting to quickly enter a web URL. The Samsung also has a "Widi" capability which is very nice when you're running a meeting using a projector - you can walk around the room (or pass the Samsung around for others to mark up) and the images can be projected wirelessly. One thing that is missing (as noted above) is a case for the machine - Samsung should have included at least a basic case with this machine (as Asus does with their slate). One other small downside I've noticed is that the casing doesn't seem entirely solid on this machine - if you apply a bit of pressure near the edges, you will hear a "creak" as the edge of the machine and the cover rub against one another (you'd expect iPad quality on a machine of this cost). A last downside: there is no button on the outside of the machine that duplicates the CTRL+ALT+DEL button; this is a downside if you're on a network that requires you to press that keyboard combination in order to log onto the machine (it took me a while to figure out how to bring up the on screen keyboard to do this and I briefly thought that I would only be able to login when using an external keyboard).
Getting Ready for Windows 8: Grade B-
This is an update on my original review: I installed the Win8 consumer preview on this machine. It appears to be the machine of choice (by Microsoft) for working with Win8 at this time. The experience of the Metro UI was great. However, it caused some issues on the machine (notably, the wired network connection driver went missing). Upon trying to update drivers, it caused a catastrphic failure and the machine would no longer boot. If you do decide to install Win8 on this machine, then do some web searches for pre-installation you should do on the Samsung Slate prior to going to Win8 (this looks like it would have saved me some headaches). Recommendation: if you can use this as a spare computer, then it is a great one for testing Win8 apps; but if it is your production computer, you should hold off for now. In reality, I mostly used the old Win7 apps anyway - which are pretty much exactly the same as using them in Win7.
System Restore: D-
Due to the above issue with Win8, I had to do a complete re-install of the OS (I could not use the system restore function on the hard drive). After installing Win7 from CD, I found that it did not include any of the drivers or installation software and had to download all of it from the Samsung website. Even after this, the touch screen and wired network connection no longer worked. After two days of trying tweaks, spending time on the phone with tech support, having our Microsoft certified person who works in our office work on it, I was instructed by Samsung to send it back to be reimaged because the issues could not be fixed on my end. It's nice that Samsung included a restore segment on the hard drive - but why couldn't they have also included this as a CD with the machine? I was then without my main machine for a week - and out some additional money since the reimaging is not covered under warranty. After receiving it back from their restore, there are still features that are no longer working (such as the WiDi connection and the system update software) that were working when I initially received the tablet. True - it is my fault for installing Win8 (which Samsung provided instructions for on one of their websites) - but they had so many failure points in the System Restore process that I've given them a D- for this (though it could have easily been an F). With that said, this would still be the tablet that I would choose to purchase at this time and I recommend it.
Replacing a Laptop: A-
I liked the idea of exchanging my laptop for something that was lighter and nearly as powerful. For the most part, it did not disappoint. I have all the capabilities of my old laptop PC and a more portable package. The system is fast (because Samsung used an i5 processor rather than the less powerful Atom, which I've heard can be frustratingly slow). It's battery lasts nearly as long as my old laptop battery (Samsung claims 7 hours; I've gotten 4-5 hours without even activating any power saving features). The screen is large enough for laptop work and the docking station allows me to use an external monitor when I'm in the office or in my home office. Disappointments as a laptop replacement:
* It came with Windows 7 Home, which does not allow you to join the laptop to a domain on a business network. Not a big deal for me because my business furnished a copy of Windows 7 Pro.
* It's not quite as easy to just sit down, open this machine, and use it like a laptop. I sit in front of the TV and work on my laptop frequently, and this machine is actually a little more cumbersome to do that with than is a true laptop. Samsung really should have included a case with a built in "kick stand" to offset this issue (I've ordered one, but it has been on backorder since I got it over 2 weeks ago - Samsung did not do a good job of building out the add-ons market here before rolling out this machine). Perfect world: someone will roll out a case with an included keyboard and trackpad so it can be used exactly like a laptop when needed.
* The front-facing camera is very low quality. I can skype better on my iPhone, old laptop or my wife's Mac. There's no good excuse for this - Samsung when cheap on the front camera.
Replacing an iPad: B+
You should know that I was trying to replace my iPad as a "content creation" device primarily. If you spend (or intend to spend) a lot of time reading books and watching movies on a device, then the iPad is probably a better choice than the Samsung slate - simply because the Samsung is just too bulky to hold up in bed to read a book. On the other hand, I always felt like my iPad was too bulky for reading too (so I also purchased a Kindle Fire - which I've also reviewed and am very happy with). On the other hand, I wanted to be able to create content with my iPad, and I was never very happy with it for that purpose. With the Samsung, and no keyboard, I can create content just as easily as I could on my iPad (using the on-screen keyboard). The Samsung also has a built on "launcher" program, with it's own "touch friendly" apps. That program is hardly necessary, however. I've found that I can pretty easily use the touch interface to open applications in windows, scroll web pages, etc - all the same things I used to do on my iPad. I thought I would miss many of my old iPad apps a lot, and I do miss them, but I've found that I'm so much more productive on this machine, that it's not a very big factor.
Using as a Slate/Tablet: A-
One of the things that I was most excited about was using this as an entirely new device - doing things on it that I could neither do on my iPad nor on my tablet. It has not disappointed in that area (though it could use some improvements). Having the stylus as an option in addition to the touch (finger) interface, is a great improvement over my iPad. I had tried a few sytluses (stylii?) with my iPad, and none of them worked well - the machine was simply never made as something you could truly use like a "sheet of paper". I am very frequently in meetings and I want to be able to take notes, without pecking at a keyboard - but I don't want to have to transcribe those notes from a notepad to an electronic format. Using the Samsung with OneNote is the perfect solution. The additional capability to be able to record audio that is synched with those notes is even better. I've not even fully tapped into this capability yet, but so far am VERY happy with it. Handwriting recognition is also outstanding; I'm torn as to weather it is faster to use the on-screen keyboard or handwriting to quickly enter a web URL. The Samsung also has a "Widi" capability which is very nice when you're running a meeting using a projector - you can walk around the room (or pass the Samsung around for others to mark up) and the images can be projected wirelessly. One thing that is missing (as noted above) is a case for the machine - Samsung should have included at least a basic case with this machine (as Asus does with their slate). One other small downside I've noticed is that the casing doesn't seem entirely solid on this machine - if you apply a bit of pressure near the edges, you will hear a "creak" as the edge of the machine and the cover rub against one another (you'd expect iPad quality on a machine of this cost). A last downside: there is no button on the outside of the machine that duplicates the CTRL+ALT+DEL button; this is a downside if you're on a network that requires you to press that keyboard combination in order to log onto the machine (it took me a while to figure out how to bring up the on screen keyboard to do this and I briefly thought that I would only be able to login when using an external keyboard).
Getting Ready for Windows 8: Grade B-
This is an update on my original review: I installed the Win8 consumer preview on this machine. It appears to be the machine of choice (by Microsoft) for working with Win8 at this time. The experience of the Metro UI was great. However, it caused some issues on the machine (notably, the wired network connection driver went missing). Upon trying to update drivers, it caused a catastrphic failure and the machine would no longer boot. If you do decide to install Win8 on this machine, then do some web searches for pre-installation you should do on the Samsung Slate prior to going to Win8 (this looks like it would have saved me some headaches). Recommendation: if you can use this as a spare computer, then it is a great one for testing Win8 apps; but if it is your production computer, you should hold off for now. In reality, I mostly used the old Win7 apps anyway - which are pretty much exactly the same as using them in Win7.
System Restore: D-
Due to the above issue with Win8, I had to do a complete re-install of the OS (I could not use the system restore function on the hard drive). After installing Win7 from CD, I found that it did not include any of the drivers or installation software and had to download all of it from the Samsung website. Even after this, the touch screen and wired network connection no longer worked. After two days of trying tweaks, spending time on the phone with tech support, having our Microsoft certified person who works in our office work on it, I was instructed by Samsung to send it back to be reimaged because the issues could not be fixed on my end. It's nice that Samsung included a restore segment on the hard drive - but why couldn't they have also included this as a CD with the machine? I was then without my main machine for a week - and out some additional money since the reimaging is not covered under warranty. After receiving it back from their restore, there are still features that are no longer working (such as the WiDi connection and the system update software) that were working when I initially received the tablet. True - it is my fault for installing Win8 (which Samsung provided instructions for on one of their websites) - but they had so many failure points in the System Restore process that I've given them a D- for this (though it could have easily been an F). With that said, this would still be the tablet that I would choose to purchase at this time and I recommend it.
46 of 52 people found the following review helpful
By J. Brittain
I have had my Slate for about two weeks now and have finally reached the point where I can offer some observations. Not trying to be comprehensive here, but share the things I have noticed so far that I would have liked to have known before I bought it.
I have the XE700TA1-A04US model, which specs out with the 128GB SSD and Windows 7 Pro.
First observation:
Early adopter beware. Not all of the features listed in the early releases have made it into these models. There is no GPS, and while there is an SIM card slot, no information on carrier support here in the US. Try to register your product on the Samsung site and you will find that not all model numbers are listed. Early indications were that this model would ship with the dock and the keyboard, but that has changed. I purchased mine through the Microsoft Store online and they did ship a dock separately.
Hardware:
If you have ever (not everyone has, I know) looked at a computer and thought "Sexy!" this slate should evoke a similar response. A couple of things that I have noticed though: Along the lower edge, below the Quick Start key, the screen surface seems to flex. Holding it by this edge has caused the digitized to (temporarily) go crazy. I would be interested to see if others have observed this.
Oh... Glass. Polished metal. Fingerprints.
In addition to the HD being 128 "Marketing" GB (Which works out to about 119 GB) there is just over 20 GB dedicated to recovery, so the actual usable space is just over 98 GB. Before you get upset, that is 98 lightning fast GB. Still, would have liked to have known myself.
The Windows Experience was 4.2, held back by the Graphics rating. Considering the shared memory, not totally surprising. That 98GB of C:\ drive scored a smoking 7.9.
Just four days after my slate arrived I took a business trip and discovered how specialized the power supply is when I forgot the charger at home. If you can find a 19volt, 2.1 Amp, 40 Watt charger (same as my Asus netbook) you probably will not find a tip to work. I did get a peak at a Samsung netbook charger with the right output in CompUSA, but cannot confirm if the tips were the same yet. Samsung has no option for a power supply on their site. And I was surprised when the dock showed up but does not include a power supply.
The good news? I was able to do some writing in OneNote, and use the Slate for three of the four nights I was away before it died from lack of power.
Configuration:
Not sure if it's because of where I bought my Slate, but it is remarkable free of bloat and freeware. That said, I do have an issue with the configuration: Power Management. Specifically management of the wireless NIC . For the first three hours I was playing with my Slate, installing updates, etc. everything was fine. Then it started reporting the there was no internet access on my home LAN. Way too much time chasing that issue, I narrow the issue down to how the power management scheme is set up to power on/off the NIC. Plugged in, no issues. Unplugged network connectivity was hit or miss once the device was idle for more than a minute or two. I am still tweaking the power settings to see what is optimal.
Now, just to be clear, I will say this: I love this thing!
I have the XE700TA1-A04US model, which specs out with the 128GB SSD and Windows 7 Pro.
First observation:
Early adopter beware. Not all of the features listed in the early releases have made it into these models. There is no GPS, and while there is an SIM card slot, no information on carrier support here in the US. Try to register your product on the Samsung site and you will find that not all model numbers are listed. Early indications were that this model would ship with the dock and the keyboard, but that has changed. I purchased mine through the Microsoft Store online and they did ship a dock separately.
Hardware:
If you have ever (not everyone has, I know) looked at a computer and thought "Sexy!" this slate should evoke a similar response. A couple of things that I have noticed though: Along the lower edge, below the Quick Start key, the screen surface seems to flex. Holding it by this edge has caused the digitized to (temporarily) go crazy. I would be interested to see if others have observed this.
Oh... Glass. Polished metal. Fingerprints.
In addition to the HD being 128 "Marketing" GB (Which works out to about 119 GB) there is just over 20 GB dedicated to recovery, so the actual usable space is just over 98 GB. Before you get upset, that is 98 lightning fast GB. Still, would have liked to have known myself.
The Windows Experience was 4.2, held back by the Graphics rating. Considering the shared memory, not totally surprising. That 98GB of C:\ drive scored a smoking 7.9.
Just four days after my slate arrived I took a business trip and discovered how specialized the power supply is when I forgot the charger at home. If you can find a 19volt, 2.1 Amp, 40 Watt charger (same as my Asus netbook) you probably will not find a tip to work. I did get a peak at a Samsung netbook charger with the right output in CompUSA, but cannot confirm if the tips were the same yet. Samsung has no option for a power supply on their site. And I was surprised when the dock showed up but does not include a power supply.
The good news? I was able to do some writing in OneNote, and use the Slate for three of the four nights I was away before it died from lack of power.
Configuration:
Not sure if it's because of where I bought my Slate, but it is remarkable free of bloat and freeware. That said, I do have an issue with the configuration: Power Management. Specifically management of the wireless NIC . For the first three hours I was playing with my Slate, installing updates, etc. everything was fine. Then it started reporting the there was no internet access on my home LAN. Way too much time chasing that issue, I narrow the issue down to how the power management scheme is set up to power on/off the NIC. Plugged in, no issues. Unplugged network connectivity was hit or miss once the device was idle for more than a minute or two. I am still tweaking the power settings to see what is optimal.
Now, just to be clear, I will say this: I love this thing!
49 of 56 people found the following review helpful
Microsoft shipped me this tablet early on the 25th. What a pleasant surprise! Thin, looks and feels great, nice screen, FAST!(boots up photoshop CS 5 in 3 seconds). The down side is that it bloatwares the hell out of the product...so out of the "128gb" which was only 98 gb - 40gb of other random BS your left with 50! LOL. Camera isnt good but but it works. The pen feels better than the ASUS EP 121, even has a side click to press and hold then tap with the pen to right click. Runs League of Legends on High settings smoothly. I wish it had a button to launch the virtual keyboard and also a curved 90 degree charging tip...straight ones always go out fast. It doesnt come with ANYTHING so you would have to buy all the accessories for it. Overall i enjoy this tablet very much...rarely touch my iPad now. Maybe here and there to play video games that are only on there :)
EDIT: 11/5/2011
Pen is starting to not detect on me for some reason. Spent 2 hours with Samsung and another 1 hours with Microsoft Signature (Made me format my tablet and all). Word of advice, don't even bother trying to contact Samsung. They just keep "Escalating" your ticket and also the person on the other line is obviously just reading a script. Why did i waste 3 hours of my life trying to replace a Digital pen? I have no idea. But for all of you out there that may have your pens fail on you, [...] is the replacement pen. The representative from Microsoft also said that any Digital/Wacom pens should work. The only difference is that Wacom uses batteries to operate. Apparently the Pens that came with Samsung is made by Toshiba hahaha minus the Toshiba logo on the side, even comes with the spare tips and the metal ring used to pull the tips out (Don't lie, you too was wondering what the metal ring was for! All in all very bad experience with Samsung customer service. Will never buy an expensive product from them again. At least Motorolla straight apologizes and sends a replacement within 2 days. The tablet is still by far the best investment i have ever made :) just wish it was made by someone else heh :p
EDIT: 11/5/2011
Pen is starting to not detect on me for some reason. Spent 2 hours with Samsung and another 1 hours with Microsoft Signature (Made me format my tablet and all). Word of advice, don't even bother trying to contact Samsung. They just keep "Escalating" your ticket and also the person on the other line is obviously just reading a script. Why did i waste 3 hours of my life trying to replace a Digital pen? I have no idea. But for all of you out there that may have your pens fail on you, [...] is the replacement pen. The representative from Microsoft also said that any Digital/Wacom pens should work. The only difference is that Wacom uses batteries to operate. Apparently the Pens that came with Samsung is made by Toshiba hahaha minus the Toshiba logo on the side, even comes with the spare tips and the metal ring used to pull the tips out (Don't lie, you too was wondering what the metal ring was for! All in all very bad experience with Samsung customer service. Will never buy an expensive product from them again. At least Motorolla straight apologizes and sends a replacement within 2 days. The tablet is still by far the best investment i have ever made :) just wish it was made by someone else heh :p
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