Tablet PC
HP TouchSmart tx2z Tablet PC (New Arrival from HP)
HP Tablet
The HP TouchSmart tx2z stands alone as a rare example of a consumer-focused convertible tablet PC. We’re not sure if this is because non-business-related laptop users don’t see the value of a touch-screen tablet, but hopefully they’ll catch on soon.
The tx2z is an evolution of HP’s previous tx1000 and tx2000 models (from 2007 and 2008, respectively), adding the TouchSmart moniker and going beyond the digital pen and single-finger input by adding multitouch commands.
The majority of the keyboard is a good size for regular typing. The only bit of funny key reshaping was the function keys that are comically small. If you don’t feel like navigating directly on the screen with pen or finger, there is a small, but serviceable, touch pad. Read more…