Challenge: Can the Nexus 7 Serve as a Laptop Replacement?

So I’ll be upfront here, I’m in love with my Nexus 7. I have repeatedly said “if I could go all-in with a tablet, this would be it.” That got me thinking. Is it really possible to do everything from a tablet? Many say it’s not possible. Others say they don’t have enough to do on a laptop so a tablet is all they need. I’m going to put myself to the test and attempt to go two full weeks without using my laptop. That’s right, the Nexus 7 is going to become my daily driver, the one-and-only device powering my life. That is, besides my phone of course.

To add to the excitement, I am a full-time student at a large university. Classes will  begin very soon. We will see how the tablet stands up to the inevitable essays and note-taking that comes with college lectures.

Essentially, this challenge is to test the capabilities of Android, Jelly Bean and tablets in general. I can tell you I’m already nervous about this one. It should be interesting to see if Android or mobile tech in general is capable of being a full-time driver.

I’ll be posting updates periodically throughout the week to keep everybody posted on the challenge’s progress, my thoughts, hardships, methods and even breakthroughs I’m may have with the device. As Google would say, “the playground is open.”

Let’s do this.

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Hoffman 10 pts

Looking forward to see how you do. I gave up using my laptop for several months. The first week was a little difficult, but once you get used to it, working totally out of the cloud is very easy. I found it hard to use a laptop or PC again. It was slower moving and I keep reaching for the screen to select things. Good luck.

AppSniper 5 pts

I'm looking forward to your updates! I especially would like to know how good the Nexus 7 is for long writing sessions with a bluetooth keyboard. An article I read said it was hard on his eyes. I was wondering if you thought the same because that would be the main reason I'd get this tablet.

ejsu28 6 pts

For me, Nexus7 needs a HTC Flyer or Galaxy Note type, active digitizer, then my life would be complete.

Shariq 5 pts

What I use to do is pair my galaxy tab 2 with a apple bluetooth keyboard and takes notes that way. But i got the prime now so its docked :P

sidewider1961 5 pts

you are A rebel my friend.  I will wait for your updates as for me I to love my nexus7 and think it can do the job even with the small limits that are imposed on it. I wish you well.

doubleduct 5 pts

There is a problem with JB connecting to corporate WiFi, especially PEAP. Hopefully, Google releases update soon.

ChopStickSamuri 9 pts

If they start putting full pc games and supports my needs as a student.