Not every brand shares the same definition of portability when it comes to 2-in-1 PCs. However, what both unites and divides laptop, 2-in-1 and tablet makers is the question of how portable your PC should be and what can or should be sacrificed in exchange for it.
Tablets like the Apple iPad are much lighter than other kinds of portable computers, but they do come with some serious limitations. For example, iPads can only run iOS and iOS apps, don’t have many ports and lack a physical keyboard.
In contrast, Convertible 2-in-1 PCs like the Dell Inspirion 14 2-in-1 run on Windows 10 and boast a laptop-like keyboard that can be folded away when not in use, allowing the device to transform between being a tablet and being a laptop. The form-factor is a little closer to the latter than the former, but that often comes accompanied by gains in performance.
Meanwhile, Detachable 2-in-1 PCs such as the Microsoft Surface try to find a middle ground between tablets and convertibles by using a detachable design where the keyboard can be removed at a moment’s notice. There’s a little more portable than convertibles, but they’re also often a little less powerful.
In the market for a new tablet or laptop? Why not have both, with 2 in 1 Laptops! A type of modern PC combining a lightweight laptop that morphs into a tablet, they are a popular portable solution and can save you money.
All 2 in 1s also have touchscreens, making them time-savers for students, creatives and professionals. Explore some of the best 2 in 1 laptop computers from Harvey Norman today, like the Windows 11 powered Microsoft Surface, Lenovo, Asus and Acer.
What As A 2 In 1 Laptop?
There are two types - the first is a hybrid 2 in 1, with a detachable keyboard for an independent tablet. The second type is a convertible or ‘bendback' device in which the keyboard bends back to lie flat against the screen in tablet mode.
Will New Laptops Have Windows 11?
Newsflash! Microsoft's latest operating system is here. Six years in the making, Windows 11 offers a bunch of exciting new features for work and play. Here's a glance at what's new:
- Modern look and feel with new streamlined start menu
- Multi-tasking tools like Snap Groups and Layouts
- New Windows Store plus Android App integration
- Improved gaming experience with AutoHDR and DirectStorage
What's the best 2 in 1 Laptop?
Whether you're after the latest tech or looking for cheaper 2 in 1 laptop options, it's here.
Microsoft Surface Go's lightest model the Surface Go 3 weighs just 544 grams, ideal for jotting down shopping lists or popping in backpacks for school or uni. The Surface Pro 8 features powerful 11th Gen Intel Core processors with active cooling, a larger 13-inch touchscreen display and solid kickstand – a fantastic productivity all-rounder. If you're creative, the Surface Book 3 is best for intensive desktop, design and video editing work, boasting superior graphics and 10th Gen i5 and i7 Intel Core processors. All these Microsoft 2 in 1s have USB ports, for handy digital data access. They're also Surface Pen compatible for drawing and note-taking.
No matter your computing needs, you'll be impressed by what 2 in 1 Laptops from Harvey Norman have to offer. Shop online or drop in to your local store to chat with our friendly staff and discover a 2 in 1 that works for you.
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2 in 1 laptops give you the ultimate in device flexibility. Use them as a tablet or a laptop, take them anywhere, and let your creativity reign. Our 2 in 1 laptops include big storage, a heap of power, and big brands. The latest hybrid laptops include touchscreen displays, fast chargers, and flappable hinges.
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Laptops feature the traditional keyboard on the bottom and screen on top. They open and close. They feature different inputs/outputs, a CD/DVD player, larger memory and more. There is almost nothing a traditional laptop can do that a 2-in-1, at a similar price point, cannot do. Some hybrid laptops are actually as light as a tablet while offering the abilities of a laptop.
Tablets feature a touchscreen, applications, light weight, charging port, headphone jack and limited storage. Tablets are often limited in the amount of real, actual work that you can do on them, and a lot of that stems from the fact that there is no designated, ergonomic keyboard for typing.
In a tablet vs a hybrid laptop debate, you will find that some hybrid laptops weigh more than traditional tablets. Hybrid laptops also operate on Windows and Chrome operating systems, meaning that you won't find the wide selection of apps that Android and Apple offer. You also won't be able to connect your smartphone and 2-in-1, unless you have a Windows or Google phone.
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