This isn't a formal review of Microsoft's Surface tablets. Plenty of people can tell you about the original Surface RT's 1366 x 768 pixel display, the NVIDIA Tegra 3 Quad-core processor and the various ports and sensors. And many have—in not-so-glowing terms when software and hardware are examined together. As I write this, Microsoft has announced the RT's successor, the new … [Read more...] about In defense of Microsoft Surface
Hardware Review
Kindle Fire First Looks
Before 8am this morning a rather directed FedEx car showed up at the house to deliver a new Kindle Fire HD evaluation unit. So far, I am impressed. The 7 inch unit is light, bright and clear. It came pre-configured with my Amazon account, so music, video and books in the Amazon Cloud were all there. The books section was blank until I search for a book I knew I owned and … [Read more...] about Kindle Fire First Looks
Creating Rituals to Care for Small Things
Strategy is a big thing, but the success of strategy is based on the shepherding of small things. I recently lost two Small things: a Satechi BT MediaRemote Bluetooth Multi-Media Remote Control for iPhone, iPad & iMac, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, MacBook, and Mac Mini and a Jawbone ICON HD Headset and THE NERD USB Adapter. Ritual becomes a problem when you … [Read more...] about Creating Rituals to Care for Small Things
Review: Logitech iPad 2 Keyboard Case and Fold-up Keyboard
Keyboards of tablets are always a compromise if they are built for the tablet (vs. using a full external Bluetooth or USB keyboard). The two Logitech keyboards reviewed here are no different, but each offers a unique reason for being. First up with the Logitech Keyboard Case for iPad 2 that was designed in conjunction with tablet skin and case maker Zagg … [Read more...] about Review: Logitech iPad 2 Keyboard Case and Fold-up Keyboard
Review: Fūl Brooklyn and Joint Venture Tablet/Notebook Computer Cases
I have been using these two Fūl bags for a few days now, and I am mostly impressed, but a bit disappointed when it comes to my personal preference to carry the preverbal digital-kitchen-sink with me on trips. These are high-quality bags, made of 1680 Denier Nylon (and a bit of neoprene in the case of the Brooklyn), heavily stitched, well-padded and attractive. Both bags offer … [Read more...] about Review: Fūl Brooklyn and Joint Venture Tablet/Notebook Computer Cases