ASUS - Transformer Book T100TAF - 10.1" - Intel Atom - 32GB - with Keyboard - Gray

This ASUS T100T touchscreen tablet was exactly the right size, and had all the features I was looking for at an incredibly low cost. Quite a value. The product has been working flawlessly since I purchased it.

Completely satisfied, very up to date features. I got one for each member of the family.

I held off on writing this review for nearly 60 days after my purchase so that I would have a properly informed impression about this 2-in-1 notebook computer. It took me about 10 to 12 hours to get it set up to parallel the functionality of my Toshiba Satellite laptop. ... I'm still only on my 6th discharge cycle now, about 45 hours of operation so far. - Here's some advice and helpful hints from my experience(s), thus far: 1.) DO NOT SKIP THE #1 INSTRUCTION IN THE "Quick Start Guide" ... Charge this computer (KEYBOARD DOCK ATTACHED ... It has a battery too) for at least 8 hours (but no more than 12 hours) ... BEFORE INITIAL USE(!!!). ... Plan on AT LEAST 8 to 10 FULL charge/discharge cycles (of the "whole" computer) before starting to "short" charge it for expediency. When these batteries have been "broken in" properly, a full charge should take between 4 and 5 hours. A full discharge cycle should yield between 8 and 9 hours of operation, depending on external device operation and video processing demand and output intensity - Keep your display brightness as low as you can stand it to help extend battery charge duration. I read nearly all of the online reviews about this 2-in-1 notebook that I could find. I am now nearly completely convinced that ALL the bad reviews related to battery life (and power switch) problems can be chalked up to "OPERATOR ERROR". ... Turning on this computer requires at least three seconds of positive, steady contact with the power switch, but you don't have to MASH it. 2.) KEEP THIS COMPUTER UPDATED, ... AND regularly clean up your updates using the "Disk Cleanup" operation. Just like Windows 7 and 8 there are 2 or 3 updates every couple of days and blocks of 15 to 25 updates every couple of weeks (or less). Using the Disk Cleanup function's sub-operation "Clean Up System Files" (Windows Update Cleanup) WILL save you precious SSDD space (20.8 GB total available) during AND after you set up the computer with Office 365 and ALL your other favorite programs and applications. TO THAT END ... DON'T CRAM YOUR COMPUTER WITH "MEDIA" FILES! - Micro SDHC (Class 10) cards are REALLY cheap! I have two 32 GB cards so far: One for music and video files (about 1,300 of them with 5 GB still available), and one for pictures and related documents (OVER 31,100 of them). 3.) ACCESSORIZE APROPRIATELY ACCORDING TO YOUR DESIRED MODES OF USE. ... A.) Get yourself a good, sturdy "messenger" bag for 10.1 to 11" tablets, one with several separate pockets (you'll need them for accessories, believe me). B.) I'm "old school": ALL my laptop computers have wireless mice, and my new ASUS 2-in-1 is no different. I got a good, reasonably priced Bluetooth 3.0 mouse. It "pairs" with this 2-in-1 tablet nearly instantaneously after its initial setup was completed. C.) Get the best capacitive stylus you can find! - I think that a "slim" stylus will provide more accuracy in the long run: After all, the screen resolution on this tablet is 1366x768 pixels in a 10.1" diagonal frame. A clear, screen protector sheet is also a really good idea, especially if you plan on using your 2-in-1 mostly in "tablet" mode. D.) If you have other software that you use regularly that can be loaded from CD-ROM (camera, printer SW, etc.) a good external CD+RW (DVD-ROM, DVD+RW) drive will be REALLY handy to have. Although you may also be able to download these software packages from the internet, or find that "workable" drivers are already provided by Microsoft, it WILL still be nice to be able to play CDs and DVDs as you travel through your days. - Hope this helps ALL you prospective purchasers! - Spock

This Tablet/Notebook is really pretty decent and meets my needs for an easy and quick check of emails and internet browsing. The 2 in 1 feature is a real bonus and in both configurations; they work well. I pulled back on the rating a little, because of a couple of issues; that were resolved; nevertheless, they were issues. I had trouble downloading apps from the store. But a quick check on line found others with the same problem and a resolution. Secondly, I had trouble with the screen not rotating from landscape to portrait. More research on line and I found the solution. Overall, I would recommend this for a person that is looking for a 2 in 1 machine. It's price point makes it difficult to beat.

Let's be clear, it's not a high powered laptop with wireless AC connectivity and a lightning-fast processor. But it was a great price, and for times when you want a Windows based tablet, this one fits the bill. I find the apps open slower than on an Android or Apple tablet, but this is more than a tablet after all, it's a mini-computer running full Windows 8.1 and with the attached (albeit small) keyboard, you really have a lightweight, functional PC for the kitchen, living room, couch or bed. It won't replace a full-fledged PC, but I didn't expect it to. It's great for those times when pesky Flash won't open on your iPad, or when you need to edit a Word or Excel document, and a knock-off Office suite just won't do. I'm pleased with this device's touch screen response, the feel of the keyboard, and the portability. Cons might be that the battery won't last as long as an iPad on standby - but I'm fine with that. As long as you don't expect this to run like it's got an i7 processor with 32 GB of RAM - you shouldn't be too disappointed.

Sturdy. Don't worry about the fingerprint-prone cover. After all, how often do you look at the cover of a tablet when you are using it?. . . Exactly! The power button needs to be pushed for at least 3 seconds to power the unit on. Any shorter than that and it simply gives you a battery meter reading. There were some complaints about the mouse pointer conking out. However, just eject the tablet portion from the keyboard then re-insert to the keyboard and the problem is solved. Overall a great little tablet/netbook. Oh...it also has a FULL version of Microsoft Office Suite.

I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT TO ANYONE WHO IS OR WILL BE ATTENDING COLLEGE. THIS ASUS TABLET/LAPTOP IS A GREAT WAY TO WORK ON ESSAYS AND DO RESEARCH FOR YOUR PRESENTATION AND ITS VERY MOBILE.

I purchased the Asus - Transformer Pad T100TAF as an "open-box" item and got it for a great price, and it was Geek Squad certified! I actually ordered 2 as my sister wanted one also. I really like the size, I have a full size laptop, and had a Kindle Fire, I like the "in-between" size of the asus. I find it to be very responsive, I use it WITH the keyboard most of the time, but like the option of having just tablet capabilities. It does everything my laptop can do except of course no disc drawer, but I don't need that on this device since I have it on the laptop. It remotely connected to my printer with no problem, and synced with my google accounts, cloud, one note etc. The one thing I have found to complain about is the brightness fades out randomly, for a few seconds then comes back to the original brightness. My sister said hers does the same thing, so less than thrilled with that but it's a minor issue. I think the battery life is pretty good, but I haven't really tested it. I would recommend this combo tablet-keyboard!