India, Nov. 13 -- Tablets have become considerably more capable over the years, and adding a keyboard can make them feel closer to a traditional laptop. From writing documents and replying to emails to browsing the web and attending video calls, there is a lot you can accomplish without carrying a full-sized laptop. For students and people with relatively light workloads, this combination can be particularly appealing.

However, using a tablet as a laptop replacement is not always straightforward. App limitations, multitasking, file management and accessory costs can affect the overall experience. I would look at how well a tablet handles everyday work before making the switch, especially if it is going to be my primary computing device....