2in1 il pc tablet. Comodità e funzionalità in un unico dispositivo

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21 Oct, 2022

2in1 tablet PC. Convenience and functionality in a single device

Is it better to choose a PC, a tablet or a 2in1 tablet PC?

Microsoft Surface Pro 1807

IT evolution is proceeding at a rapid pace and in addition to making improvements in characteristics, it also brings evolutions in formats and form factors.

An evolution that is also contamination, with tools that come together in the name of simplicity, ease of use and efficiency.

One of the most brilliant results of this hybridization process is that of the 2 in 1, the so-called Tablet PC.

2 in 1 or 2in1, the tablet PC

As can be seen from its name, 2in1 is a solution that brings something more to the user who is already using a PC or laptop :

To users and owners of laptops: A touch screen, a screen on which to act immediately, also perfect for multimedia contents

For tablet users: the same ease of use with the addition of a PC operating system, a keyboard and other features typical of a laptop

What is a 2in1 tablet PC?

Indicated by different names and acronyms (tablet PC, 2in1 , 2-in-1 or even 2 in 1) this type of "machine" is simply a PC that combines the typical characteristics of a laptop and a tablet in a single chassis .

This double functionality makes the 2in1 tablet PC a product with a very wide choice, which varies based on the size of the screen, the characteristics of the hardware, its weight and equipment and finally the cost.

In fact, it would be a mistake to think that a 2in1 PC is necessarily a very expensive device (it is mistakenly thought that being a 2in1 costs the same as the sum of the two) because on the market there are 2 in 1 tablet PCs for practically every price range.

From a technical point of view, a 2 in 1 is simply a computer that combines the characteristics of two others in a single device. Nothing innovative from the point of view of the idea, given that this product has existed for years, but something finally attractive, given that until recently 2in1 devices were considered heavy and bulky.

Today the evolution of the PC and its peripherals, combined with those of displays and "hinges", brings added value to 2in1s , offering many exclusive functions with minimal increased size in terms of weight.

An evolution of the category, which makes it practically new.

Microsoft Surface Pro 1807

What makes a 2in1 different from a laptop or tablet?

Generally speaking, a 2in1 computer is made up like a modern laptop in all its aspects and primary equipment. Obviously an advanced version of the same, so usually we won't find a CD/DVD player, also to optimize space.

Instead, there is ample space for wireless connectivity and ports, with a numerical and model allocation comparable to that of a high-end laptop.

Then there are other characteristics that define a 2 in 1, here they are:

Presence of the keyboard. Without this input component the 2 in 1 would be "just" a tablet , it therefore follows that its presence is mandatory. Presence that can be studied and allocated in various ways. From the classic one of the laptop and its screen that can rotate 180° degrees to more advanced versions more aimed at tablet lovers in which the keyboard is retractable or hidden by a flexible, sliding or foldable cover

Touch screen. A 2in1 cannot be defined with this name if the display does not have touch screen functionality. Also in this case, based on the configuration and construction mechanics, the touch screen can always be enabled and predominant or vice versa be an accessory function to be used after the mouse and keyboard.

Operating System and Software: The most recent versions of operating systems natively support tablet mode. Microsoft and Apple solutions now manage these features in their standard operating system. Further demonstration, if any were still needed, that there is great interest and investment in 2in1 solutions

Processing power: With dimensions slightly larger than an equivalent laptop, the 2in1 solution features greater processing power and a multi-core CPU.

Types of 2in1

In addition to the computing power, the screen size and the various additional features, we can find another distinction given by the configuration of the screen and the type of keyboard:

Convertible laptop . Also known as “2 in 1 attached”. In this type of configuration the keyboard is a physical part of the device and cannot be disconnected from it. This category includes models with hinges that allow the screen to be flipped and rotated and those in which the keyboard physically exits the screen/body of the device

Hybrid laptop . Also known as “2 in 1 detachable”. In this configuration the keyboard, although part of the device, is detachable from it. This therefore allows you to have a real tablet at your disposal, which can then be "grafted" into the element containing the keyboard, to return to the classic 2in1 configuration

The choice between the two types therefore becomes very personal and differentiated based on the user's uses and preferences.

What can you do with a 2 in 1?

Microsoft Surface Pro 1807

The 2in1 is a hybrid that especially winks at laptop users in order to give them an extra possibility. This category of users is in fact the main target of manufacturers who, however, push less in the opposite direction, that of " tablet " users.

However, even for the latter, the 2in1 offers many possibilities also based on the intended use:

multiple use scenarios: the 2in1 is at its best for complex and varied uses, thanks to the fact that it can combine keyboard (physical input) and touch screen. It is therefore the perfect machine for those who deal with maintenance, those who have to visit customers or attend fairs and events open to the public.

amplified creativity: the great possibilities offered by a hybrid solution are perfect for all creative works. With the right software, the simultaneous presence of the touch screen and the keyboard becomes "explosive" both in classic office work and for the entertainment part

optimization: why carry and pack two devices when you can get by with just one?

To summarize and conclude we can therefore say that 2in1 is a system and solution that allows the convenience of a tablet with the performance of a notebook , a hybrid that currently represents the pinnacle of IT evolution.