ASUS TX300 Transformer Book Tablet Windows 8 - Linus Tech Tips CES 2013

The ASUS TX300 Transformer Book is showcased as a highly versatile 2-in-1 device that blurs the line between tablet and notebook. Linus Tech Tips walks through its design, highlighting how the tablet can detach completely from its docking base to function as a full Windows 8 tablet, similar in concept to other transformer devices but with its own twist. The base station adds a magnetically secured docking connection, extra storage options including a 500 GB hard drive, and two USB 3.0 ports plus a display output and ethernet, effectively transforming the unit into a full-fledged ultrabook when docked. The device is billed as an ultrabook-class machine with Intel Core i5 or i7 processors, a 1080p IPS display, and a mix of SSD and optional HDD storage, delivering a complete Windows 8 experience without compromising portability or performance. Linus emphasizes that the keyboard is detachable, providing keyboard input with an additional battery and extended life for the dock, and notes the solid construction and premium brushed metal finish. The presenter also compares thickness and form factor with other devices, evidencing how the TX300 aims to combine the portability of a tablet with the functionality of a notebook, including wired networking options and multiple expansion slots. By the end of the segment, the emphasis is on the TX300 as a compelling CES reveal that demonstrates ASUS advancing the concept of flexible, high-performance mobile computing, with practical docking versatility, storage expansion, and a Windows 8 workflow. Linus signs off with a call to subscribe for more CES coverage, underscoring the event’s excitement and the device’s potential resonance with the audience.

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