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Was it the size that drove your hardware decision? I know it's not as portable but I've been running Arch with i3 on my Thinkpad Yoga for several years now wit
by zwayhowder 6y ago
Was it the size that drove your hardware decision?
I know it's not as portable but I've been running Arch with i3 on my Thinkpad Yoga for several years now without issue. You're absolutely right Linux is not ready for a tablet only device but I find the compromise of getting an attached keyboard is worth it.
- willemlaurentz 6y agoSize was an important factor, together with my desire to be able to read documents, articles and papers in portrait mode. Preferably without feeling a keyboard when holding the device. But you're right that using a Thinkpad Yoga is probably a better idea in terms of Linux compatibility. For this reason I am looking for models like your Yoga for my next attempt.
- zwayhowder 6y agoWhen I fold the X1 Yoga (Gen2) the keyboard retracts a little. It's still there but doesn't feel like I'm pressing the keys. The included pen works great to markup PDF files or sketch diagrams. It also has built in LTE (I don't know if the newer LTE cards work with Linux yet, I have a Gen2 because the card in it does work). It's not exactly comfortable to hold for long sessions, though the length means I can prop it up on the back of the seat in front of me on the train, which I can't do with a smaller tablet. I read a lot in portrait and the 2560x1440 14" screen makes it easy, though it does make it hard to use a 10" iPad afterwards. I've also got a 10" Lenovo Chromebook Duet, but it's not quite good enough and the case is only useful in landscape. If I had to pick between my 5 year old iPad and my 5 month old Chromebook I'd take the iPad at the moment, the applications (Readdle Documents mostly) are much better for me. This is not my blog, but it's basically my setup. https://knowledge.rootknecht.net/my-laptop-setup https://knowledge.rootknecht.net/my-laptop-setup