Eyeing the Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Tablet!

I don't normally recommend tablets, and I can't say that I'm recommending this tablet to everyone... but if you're an artist this may be the tablet for you (or someone looking for a good competitor to the Surface Go 2).

You know how pricey the Microsoft Surface tablets can be, not to mention iPads, so to come across a solid one at a reasonable price... I just had to present the one I've been eyeing. The reason why I'm more so being specific about who I'm presenting this to... is because a lot of artists are in the market for drawing tablets.

Having a drawing tablet that connects to your PC is great, but not all artists want to connect to a desktop and have their tablet stuck at the desk or they don't wish to drag around a laptop to draw on a connectable tablet (like I do in rare cases).

There are artists who seek a solid tablet with the ability to draw, and it may come at the cost of lacking some of the pressure sensitivity of drawing tablets that are exclusively made for artists... or in a price range to where artists were in mind via the creative design, but there are solid options that actually measure up.

That's where the Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Tablet comes into play. These tablets start at $499.99, but... the best option is only $599.99 unless you use coupon code "P11FORPROS" to save $100.00 (on either option)! So technically you can get the model with the lowest specs for $400 and the best for $500.

This is a similar price range for some of the corded tablets... but it's not just a screen that requires input from an outside source. This isn't a diss to drawing tablets, I own a few (i.e. Wacom Cintiq)... but that doesn't mean I don't want to get up and just go (wherever... whenever) with a single unit for drawing.

The Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Tablet comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G Octa-Core Processor (8x Kyro 470 CPU, up to 2.2 GHz). I would've liked to see an upgradable option for to get reach at least 3GHz, but I could like with a 2.2 GHz for my target uses.

Android 10 OS (I wonder if this will be upgradable to 12)

11.5" WQXGA (2560 x 1600) OLED, touchscreen, 350 nits display

Dolby Vision

Quad JBL speakers tuned by Dolby Atmos 

TUV Rheinland Certified (for eye comfort)

4 to 6GB uMCP soldered memory (which shouldn't have to be IMO)

128 GB Hard drive (they should totally have an upgradable SSD option)

Finger Print Scan + Facial Recognition

Bluetooth 5.0

Camera specs:

- Front: 8MP RGB + 8MP IR & RGB Fixed Focus

- Rear: 13MP Auto Focus + 5MP Fixed Focus

Wi-Fi 802.11AC (2 x 2)

Battery allegedly runs for 15 hours on a full charge

One Year Warranty

The specs you see here are under the hood of a 5.8mm/.23in thin lightweight aluminum-alloy unibody design rocking rocking a dual-tone finish + four-sided 6.9mm/.27in narrow bezel display. This delivers enough drawing space for me... as far as a portable drawing tablet goes, and that brings me to the pressure levels fellow artists were waiting to hear about.

The Lenovo Precision Pen 2 delivers 4,096 levels of pressure and tilt detection drawing (same as the Surface Pen). Bamboo Paper + Squid apps are preloaded, though I'd probably hit the appstore to get my hands on Sketchbook ASAP.

The lower to mid cost models don't include a pen or a keyboard, while the best model has both... along with the best specs. There isn't much of a stretch between the models, but... with the coupon code you're getting the best model and the bundle for $100 more.

The closest option I can compare this to would be the Surface Go 2 10.5" starting at $399.99, but... we're talking 1920 x 1280 (220 PPI) resolution on the Go 2 vs 11.5" 2560 x 1600 OLED on the P11 Pro. 

You do get an SSD on this one but for the price you only get 64GB and 4GB of RAM. Like the P11 Pro, you do not get the pen or keyboard with the cheapest model of the Surface Go 2. You don't get the Microsoft Complete Protection Plan with your surface, and plans range from $99 (2 years) to $189.00 (for 4 years).

After adding in the 2 year protection on the Surface + bumping the specs up to 8GB RAM w/ 128SSD + Surface Go Type Cover - English + Surface Pen... we're talking $788.97! So while I won't this is good or bad, right or wrong... the P11 Pro get's my attention more so because it delivers without breaking the bank. By the way, shout out to Lenovo for simply spelling out... that the Precision Pen is a compatible accessory.

Speaking of Microsoft, the Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Tablet... comes equipped with Microsoft Office apps with reviewers seem to appreciate in combination with the laptop-class keyboard. So there you have it, that's why I'm eyeing this tablet... I don't want a bare minimum served up to have a product released at a lower price tag. I want a damn good deal... and think this is going to do it for me.

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1More Spearhead VR Gaming Headphones... Reviewed!

E3 is here... (came around mighty quick didn't it? Especially with companies jumping the gun to get their preferences ahead of the actual show) and what better way to celebrate than to do a product review?!

Lets go ahead and open this up...

I knew this package was coming... but I was awaiting its arrival with great anticipation.

HEADPHONES... headphones... headphones, time to review the 1More SPEARHEAD VR Headphones. The package has some weight to it, but to actually feel the quality of the box... I can see why. It's definitely a higher quality box.

Here's a close up of the texture.

Let's open it up to the official SdgtEnt theme music by Kae Remmer the... Flying Carpet Merchant.

One thing I appreciate greatly about this packaging is the concept art. As an artist, and those familiar with concept art... you know (like I know) that concept art is rarely seen, so I have to give props. The colors match with the packaging and it just shows the work gone into the product... so you see the concept... and next to it is the complete product. This isn't a package I'd just throw out.

This is something small, but I couldn't overlook the fact that they made a serious effort to protect these headphones. The box is super sturdy, the headphones are strapped in by velcro, the headphones are resting on padding, and the clear cover that rests on top of them also has a foam piece protecting the earcups. Greatly appreciated and makes me feel like the company cares about its product and the reputation of its products.

As seen in the video... the little black container inside the box contained a 3.5 MM Connector, a USB cable for PC use, headphone bag, instruction manual, a cool little decal and... a small booklet showcasing other products.

Actually holding these headphones in hand... they feel light but durable. Super happy about that, I don't like an unnecessary amount of weight on my head (my noggin's enough)... so thumbs up. The fact that the cords are detachable is a major plus also because there is no worry about snagging while on the go, and... at worst they just detach or you can replace them (so the headphones live to see another day of... audio action). 

A fun fact about these headphones is that they were actually a CES Innovation Awards 2018 Honoree. The design is definitely something that stood out to me too, so that's pretty cool. I personally was looking at the earcups wondering how sturdy they were... connected to sticks... but these are not flimsy at all (it's a nice solid design). You don't have to adjust the headphones with a clicking system either, you just put them on and they adjust. This isn't the newest concept out there as far as headphone adjustment, but at the same time... it's always welcome.

The image below showcases the 3.5 MM & USB ports. In addition, you see a dual purpose Volume & Bass adjuster... along with a mic switch closer to the upper back of the left side.

The interior of the earcups showcase a large L & R... just in case you aren't sure which side is which.

These headphones add another level of cool with the fully customizable LED light system. You might read that and think that there are maybe 20+ colors that cover a good amount, but... you have access to a color dropper in the UI that gives you the choice to choose whatever you want. Any blue you want, bubble gum pink, neon green... and the list goes on. Not only that... you can switch the light up, to be solid, or blink in a number of ways. One light option seemed to flash with the beat of the music.

I didn't just review these in the office and kicking back in a chair at home... I took them on the road for vacay action to soak up the experience as much as I could with a number of movies, games, music, ASMR, and phone calls. These headphones have dual microphone technology, so you'll be heard during phone calls, audio recordings, and in-game chat(trust me). The two sticks on the sides of the headphones actually house the mics.

Played some indie games at home like... Milanoir.

Jumped into some AAA action with... Just Cause 3 in the office!

Dove into some Rocket League action while on vacay... and I switched up the lights to match whatever I was wearing (literally... just because I could). By the way... the light stick is something you can extend if you want, and the LED lights are just as optional. Don't want them always on when connected to PC? No problem, turn the lights off (light only available with the USB... but no biggie).

Now let's get down to what you're really really here for... the sound. The duh of the day is that the 1More Spearhead VR Gaming Headphones work with VR, but... based on what you've read so far, (clearly) they aren't reserved for VR games only. They give you 3D spatial sound capabilities (powered by Xear surround sound) for whatever in the heck has surround sound. I actually used Dolby Access to test them on a serious level in terms of spatial sound... and these headphones really roll with the punches extremely well (kickass).

You get 7.1 Channel Surround Sound... not digital. Nothing against digital, but 1More took these headphones there to actually deliver true 7.1... that I appreciate tremendously with the addition of the Super Bass VR Shock Wave. When you need to feel it... you feel it, and not that cheap rumble crap that delivers the same vibration output for everything. This gives the right amount of oomph required for that particular scene or moment in gameplay. Speaking of surround sound... I used these headphones for Hunt: Showdown, and it literally put me in the zone so much so that...I almost jumped out of my seat when someone walked into my office and I happened to catch them out of the corner of my eye. Thanks, Ms. Daisy... #JumpScare!

Using the 3.5 MM connector vs the USB is a big difference in experience (but it's not bad... you just go from sweet to... sick). I listened to a variety of music with the 3.5 MM connector, and its nothing I'd frown at... the bass was good, vocals were clean and I could hear instruments in songs that had actual instruments. The beauty of it is that... all I have to do is swap cords based on what I want (music or theatre).

Now on to my tolerance level for these headphones. These 1More Spearhead VR Gaming Headphones are over the ear... and don't press on my ears at all (which is great for those of us with earrings). I've been able to wear them for hours, and most of the time I don't take them off because they're annoying me, it's more so because I need to hear and properly communicate.

Ever end up in one of those situations where someone asked you something and you have the slightest clue? Been there... done that (and these cancel out noise well).

Price wise... these headphones are $129.99, which is a sweet spot... no arguments whatsoever from me. This is the VR version, while the VRX version with head tracking technology will run you $249.99. For the serious VR fans... the VRX might be your thing, but... the VR version works for me.

The only con is that they aren't DJ-Style headphones... resulting in me placing them on my head at an angle when not in use and I have nowhere to place them. Also, if it were up to me, I'd flip the mics so that they're closer to the mouth... instead of being near the back of the head. The dual mics work... but I'm sure they'd pick up even better if the mics were relocated.

SPECS:

• Type: Over-Ear
• Weight: 324 g
• USB Cable Length: 1.3 m
• 3.5 mm Audio Cable Length: 1.5 m
• Plug: Type A - Micro USB (USB Cable) and 3.5 mm (Audio Cable)
• Wire Material: Enameled Copper Wire
• Frequency Range: 20-20,000 Hz
• Impedance: 32 Ω
• Sensitivity: 103 dB
• Max Power: 20 mW

Overall, the 1More Spearhead VR Gaming Headphones feel comfortable, they sound awesome, boosts the experience (when using the USB)... and it's priced well. If I can make a suggestion for a future version though, it would be to incorporation the DJ-Style swivel into the headphones because they're portable... and that would increase their portability. Other than that, good stuff.

Design 4.5

Quality 5

Comfort 5

Price 5

4.9 out of 5 Cool Points

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