Gateway Tablet PC CX2720 Review

      Gateway Tablet laptops are dependable and versatile. If you are a slow typist and want to take notes this is the laptop for you. You can turn the monitor, lay it flat and write directly on it with a special pen. It can be drawn on, written on etc. As a student I found it invaluable as I was able to take notes quickly and add any diagram, chart etc right into the laptop. I saved tons of paper and have all my notes in one place. The abilty to turn the monitor makes it handy for Power-Point presentations too because you can control the presentation with the keyboard while letting others view it. Downside is you won't be able to see the presentation yourself.

     On the downside I needed to buy a battery with a longer life in order to use it for classes because it isn't always possible to plug it in. Also the pen you use is relatively expensive to replace (~$50). It also runs somewhat hot so using it on a lap isn't really practical.

     Overall it is well worth the extra bucks and is convenient for students or anyone who needs to take notes.