Should I wait for Windows 8? Should I buy this Samsung Slate now?
227927
Not enough info about Windows 8, atm. But at first glance, I want this because I want to be able to access normal Windows 7 programs. For Windows 8, it appears that the tablet form (ARM) needs a special version of the app and these won't be necessarily the same as their x86/x64 counterparts. So, yeah...I think I'll save up for the Samsung. It has pretty much everything I need.
4777
It came with Win 7 installed, which is what I wanted. An IT friend suggested it. Doesn't think Windows 8 and the touchy-feely screen is quite ready for prime time.
1623476
My Acer Aspire AXC600-UR12 came equipped with Windows 8; I wasn't too happy about that because of all the negative comments I had seen about Windows 8, but since it came and I have used it for 2 or 3 months I have been pleasantly surprised and pleased with the latest MS operating system. I have since downloaded 8.1 (free and easily installed) and it is even better with the old Windows 7 start capability. I don't know if you can get this machine with Windows 7 or not, but I don't think you would be unhappy with Windows 8.Good luck
2037927
Indeed, Windows 8 isn't 100% stable yet. I think that Ubuntu or W7 are good choices.
719583
Don't pay extra for Win 7, Windows 8 is fine, especially if you run Windows Classic Shell. It give you back your start button, and all your slide out tile for program files, and what ever, including a slide out tab for the Metro window apps in case you want to use them,Plus its Free! I'm in no way affiliated with the app, but it reall helped several newer users who were lost.I'm an experienced user, but I use it myself.
380864
Probably never...they will sell a new model before a windows 8 driver is designed for the older model...
946060
Maybe it's not available any more but bought it (from Amazon) with Windows 7 as recently as May of this year (2013). Getting a Windows 7 machine while they were still available was definitely a factor for me in deciding to buy it then rather than later. By the time I need a new computer I figure either Windows 8 will have been either significantly improved or significantly improved. (I avoided Vista the same way, bought an XP machine late in the lifetime of XP, then my next one was Windows 7 which is almost as good as XP....)
718909
I am fairly certain you can "upgrade" to Windows 7, I am pretty sure the Razer Blade Pro 2013 had a Windows 7 and windows 8 option. But to be quite honest Windows * ins't too bad, It is different and a little more suited to Touchscreen interface, but to be honest i don;t spend a lot of time hanging out in Windows, I play a game, work on stuff, check email. I use gmail and most things webbbased, so while Windows * is very different, and I don't love it, it is snappy and pretty bug free in my usage. I think there mighgt be some issues with some of the features like maybe function keys and/or razer synapse (the customizable touchscreen etc. My best advice is keep the 8 to avoid potential unforseen problems. Let's face it, if you buy one of these, you are gettign a really nice high end gaming laptop that has no configurable hardware options other than hard drive and you are getting a neat little touchscreen you can play youtube and search the web and do a few other things with. . . . it you buy this laptop I would be wary of gimping that touchpad. Because really, if you didn't care about the touchpad and the thin design. . . . you would go get an Alienware.
2169595
Yes. I suggest. Upgrade to win 8.1 as well. Camera is good. Performance is ok. But if you want a lot of free apps you need to buy Android or iOS device....
2260742
Well I am still using windows 8. Guess we will have to wait and see since I am a purchaser as yourself
2225270
Personally I'm running Windows 7, but that was one of the reasons I liked this board. It was upgradeable to the newest AMD apu and I could run Windows 8 if I wanted to (I'm not really a fan of 8 on machines without a touch screen) . If you want to run Windows 8 you have to download the latest drivers from the Gigabyte website. All in all, I love the board. I would definitely recommend it.
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It is basically a Windows Surface unit with Windows 8 but with a better chip and memory. You should be able to load Photoshop to it. it has enough room, and during my research I read reviews from a number of people saying Photoshop works great. I haven't loaded my CS4 version, because the preloaded Corel X3 trial is so much better for drawing and painting. I'll be getting the full version once the trial expires. It doesn't have a DVD drive, so if you want to load from discs, you'll need an external. I picked a Samsung unit up from Amazon for 35 bucks. You can also purchase direct downloads as well, although that won't help if your existing Photoshop is disc only. Hope that helps. It is basically a Windows Surface unit with Windows 8 but with a better chip and memory. You should be able to load Photoshop to it. it has enough room, and during my research I read reviews from a number of people saying Photoshop works great. I haven't loaded my CS4 version, because the preloaded Corel X3 trial is so much better for drawing and painting. I'll be getting the full version once the trial expires. It doesn't have a DVD drive, so if you want to load from discs, you'll need an external. I picked a Samsung unit up from Amazon for 35 bucks. You can also purchase direct downloads... » Read More It is basically a Windows Surface unit with Windows 8 but with a better chip and memory. You should be able to load Photoshop to it. it has enough room, and during my research I read reviews from a number of people saying Photoshop works great. I haven't loaded my CS4 version, because the preloaded Corel X3 trial is so much better for drawing and painting. I'll be getting the full version once the trial expires. It doesn't have a DVD drive, so if you want to load from discs, you'll need an external. I picked a Samsung unit up from Amazon for 35 bucks. You can also purchase direct downloads as well, although that won't help if your existing Photoshop is disc only. Hope that helps. « Show Less
1304797
Yes, but why would you want to? I'd stick w/Windows 7 and wait for 10 (or whatever they are calling it) to come out.
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I got the Samsung Series 7 slate on its first day official launch from the Microsoft store. It's awesome, way better than predicted. Also have experience with the Motion 900 slate (very tough, great battery life), and the ASUS EEE slate (good performance, poor battery life) and this Samsung slate has the best qualities of both, is faster, brighter, more memory, better stylus response, etc. My price was $850 without keyboard or dock (launch special), they said there would later be a $99 deal for the actual Samsung keyboard and the dock, but haven't seen that one yet. I got a $30 RockSoul bluetooth keyboard at Fryes, and it works great. My only disappointment with the slate is that it was originally advertised as having a slot for 3G SIMcard, haven't figured that out yet, I dont think it actually has onroad wireless capabilties, just Wi-Fi. And it's tough to find the leather accessories to carry/stand because it's an odd size compared to IPAD.
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Actually that is what I need too. this laptop is good enough for us. some people do not like windows 8, but i like it. it is like a smart phone lol. only one thing bothers me is u may need to sign up for a microsoft account. since i am not a high-tech person, i have signed it up with my email. i still have no clue what that is for lol. well, the price is very reasonable for us. if you wanna experience windows 8, i think you should go for it. I love HP, my husband has the same one like this. my sister-in-law has an older model pavilion. we love it! hope i answered your question.:)
1310287
It'll run 8.1 just fine. My only recommendation is to wait for windows 10... :)
878623
Well Windows 8 is preinstalled, and of course a bunch of Samsung bloatware comes with that. Nothing really useful, I ended up deleting the vast majority of the stock apps/programs.