It has the same battery life as the 11 inch Macbook Air and very similar specs across the board.
In what way is it not a proper ultra-book ?
In what way is it not a proper ultra-book ?
It runs Windows 8 and only Windows 8, so unlike a MacBook or even a small Dell notebook, Linux isn't an option. It's locked down in the worst possible way, more like an iPad than an Air.
I'm not even sure what the market for this is. People who want a computer with a relatively terrible keyboard? People who want a bulky alternative to the iPad?
My only hope is the pen is actually useful as this would be less expensive than the equivalent Wacom Cintiq.
Is that speculation or do you have a reference for that?
It's possible that a Linux certification for UEFI will come about, but that will mean you're restricted to certain flavors of Linux and not able to freely install whatever.
OT: Just today on Metro North I had occasion to open up my 13.3" MBP and do a bit of work in one of the cramped jumper seats. Even balancing on one knee, it worked reasonably. Would have been a cinch on an 11" MBA. Would have been impossible on the Surface Pro.