If you read my review last month, you know how much I l love using my Microsoft Surface 2 around the house, but that is only one of the reasons I wanted one of these snazzy little tablets. No one wants their children to be sick, so when my daughter was diagnosed with hypermobile Ehler’s Danlos syndrome, a rare genetic disease that strikes 1 in 50,000 people and told by her doctor she would no longer live a normal life, I tried to learn how to help her. Because Ehler’s Danlos causes unstable joints, whenever she used a regular laptop or a desktop computer keyboard the joints in her knuckles would pop out of place, causing severe pain and swelling. This would result in a trip to the Physical Therapist to reset the joints back into position. Believe me, we spend a lot of time there, which is another reason I wanted a small, portable tablet. I can get some work done on my Office 365, saved in Skydrive, while sitting in the doctor’s office.
By now I am sure you are wondering, “How, exactly, does the Microsoft Surface 2 fit into this equation?” With the Microsoft Surface 2 my daughter is able to use the computer again. The thin design, weighing in at one and a half pounds and only 8.9 millimeters thick, makes it easy for her to carry, an important consideration for someone with chronic muscle and joint pain and tendons that tear at the slightest movement. The touch screen allows her to move the screen with a simple swipe of her finger rather than pressing buttons and causing joint dislocation. When she does need a keyboard, to make this like a small laptop, the optional Touch Cover, which comes in fun, funky colors like cyan, purple and magenta, is easier to use than a regular keyboard and works with hardly any pressure on the fingers.
Since we spend a lot of time in the doctor’s office, the MicroSD slot allows her to store her favorite music, videos or movies and take them with her for entertainment. With over 100,000 apps available from the Windows Store, she is able to find something to do no matter how bored she gets, although I have been known to play a mean game of Candy Crush on the Microsoft Surface 2 myself. Plus, she can watch Netflix and use her headphones so other patrons will not be bothered. She’s also able to keep in touch with her former college buddies, located 600 miles away, with the unlimited Skype minutes she is receiving for a year.
Having the Microsoft Surface 2 allows my daughter to stay connected with friends, family members and have the use of a computer again. To me, that is priceless. Have you tried the Microsoft Surface 2?
sounds like a good computer thinking of getting son something like this thanks for letting know it would be a good investment
This is great news! I’m glad you found a solution to the situation… I love the magenta color too,
Eliz
I have Mac stuff, but the Surface looks great too!
I don’t have any windows products in my house but hubby have been talking about the Surface for a while now. He would definitely be interested in your review. He thinks apple is overrated 🙂
From someone who also suffers from a great deal of daily joint pain, I completely understand where you and your daughter are coming from. Although I don’t have it nearly as bad as your daughter does, I have my days typing on my computer is just impossible due to the amount of pain I’m in.
It’s amazing when you find something that actually HELPS in your quest to be somewhat ‘normal’. I’m very happy you guys found that in the Microsoft Surface 🙂
I love the pink keyboard. I also like that it has a thin design, good for travel!
Yeah, I think I need one of these! I have a kindle right now and totally think its time to upgrade!
I’ve heard a lot of good things about the Surface. So happy to hear that it’s really helping your daughter.
I am due for a laptop upgrade. I will look into this one
Wow, that’s sharp. I need a new one too, mine is falling apart.
Never tried the Surface before but love that it’s compact and practical!
Thank you for sharing! This looks like a great computer that you can bring anywhere. I want to have one!
I have never heard of this before, what an awesome computer. something to think about for my son for his upcoming birthday!! thanks for sharing
No I haven’t tried it or seen one but it does look very interesting. I am glad your daughter found something to help her with her day and make life a little more enjoyable.
We love our Microsoft Surface. It is great how easy it is to use. It is so light weight and portable
I’m so happy for your daughter’s sake that you were able to find this type of computer for your home. It looks really cool and I love the color pink!
I love the touch keyboard cover in pink. This is a versatile product.
I haven’t tried it, but i’ve been wanting to.
I have the Surface RT and I do like it, but I would prefer the whole windows, not just the RT version. It’s a little less powerful than the one you have, I think.
I love how sleek and ultra thin this is. I am looking for something more portable and lightweight than what I already use. thanks!
I am pretty sure I would like one of these!
Nice review. I have been looking into the Surface recently and it seems to be the one to get.
One of my best friends has one of these and she ADORES it. She is always trying to get me to get one.
This sounds amazing. I am so glad it helps your daughter
Very nice, I love how thin it is! So compact!
I have heard nothing but good thing. I’m liking what I hear about the Surface 2. I’ll keep it in mind if I ever needed to make a new purchase.
I would love to have one of these. This was such a great idea for them to come out with and it would save a lot of money on having multiple devices.
I love the look of this – how cool! Microsoft always seem to be coming out with something new and great and how cool would it be to blog from! x
I love Microsoft products! If this is as good as their software, and such I bet it would be an invaluable blogging tool! Thanks for the great review!
I just loved the pic of your daughter..she is adorable (Don’t tell her I said that..lol) …What a great review, soo glad the microsoft surface is keeping her connected.. love to hear that… thanks for sharing, I sooo have this on my wish list… that way I can write and stay in touch with friends from my backyard or living room and not just in the office
I am so glad your daughter is able to spend time on the computer without it being painful. This looks like a great little computer.
The tablet sounds really cool. I actually haven’t heard of it or don’t remember if I did. You bring to light a lot of important things to look for like being slim, lightweight, portable, having a keyboard, and easy to use. I am sorry to hear about your daughter’s illness and hope she is ok.
This is so neat. I love how thin and compact it is too.
We haven’t tried this yet, I know someone who has though and they love it!
I am so happy for your Daughter… how nice she can now use the computer and not hurt herself. Microsoft Surface 2 sounds like just the thing she needed.
No, we have not tried it yet. But I really, really want one! lol Looks awesome!
I think this is a great alternative to a laptop. My daughter is saving for one. 🙂
Love the look of it. I love machines that are compact.
This looks so neat! I am all over the pink too! How neat!
I have never heard of this before, but I would love to try it!
Ok, now I have to have one! I wonder if my hub got my valentine’s gift yet, because this would be awesome.
Totally loving the pink keyboard and cover.
Wow, that is an amazing feature to have the touch cover to use as a keyboard. I would love that feature. I’m so glad you found a solution to help your daughter once again use a “computer”.
I have the original Surface RT and I LOVE it. It is definitely the best option for me. I really want to check out the surface 2 though! They look great!
We love the Windows platform! I haven’t tried those thin keyboards yet, though.
I would love one of these for getting small tasks done without having to lug around a huge computer!
I’d love to get my hands on a Surface 2 tablet! It sounds so user-friendly. I love that it’s been a viable option for your daughter too!
I’m looking for a tablet with keyboard or tablet/pc hybrid for my girlfriend so I’ll have to check this one out. Might be the solution!
Looks like a great little tablet! So glad you found something that works well for your daughter.
I have never heard of this tablet. I have to say that I would be lost without mine. I first had a 7″ Samsung and then I upgraded to an iPad. I love them both!
That is amazing that the Surface Pro allows your daughter to connect online without hurting herself! What a fabulous tablet!
I love all things techy! The Surface looks like a great gadget to add to my stash. I am so glad it worked out so your daughter can surf the web and use a computer without suffering!
this seems great! I love how thin this is, it would be great for travel.
i love all of the features. SO cool that it works like a computer!!
Wow! I like anything that takes your hands into consideration. I have chronic pain from all the typing I do so this would definitely be great. Plus it’s time for a new portable keyboard device anyway.
I love hearing stories about how we make things work for our kids. Bravo! I’ll have to take a look at this computer next time I’m out. I’d love to see it in action. Thanks.
I have never tried the surface but couldn’t be happier you found something so perfect for your daughter!
I will support surface any day because of your story
I’ve also never heard of it but it sounds like a good design and perfect for your daughter!
I have not heard of this tablet before! Sounds great, will definitely check it out!
I think this would be nice to have. I just bought a new Asus on Saturday! But I will keep this in mind for when hubs wants to upgrade!
I love reading about all the new things coming out, and I think I need to grab me a Surace 2!
I hadn’t heard of it either, so happy you shared. I have 5 kids and I think this would work great! xo San
Wow, new stuff – I would love to have one of this soon too.
I’m liking what I hear about the Surface 2. I need a new laptop badly and this is definitely on my list of possibilities.
I think I have heard good reviews on the Surface 2. Glad that it is quite useful for your daughter. God bless.I hope she feels better.
Ooooh… want!!! I have heard only great things about the Surface. It looks awesome!!
My hubby actually wants one, love your post I’m sending it to him!
That is a fantastic solution. I bet it would come in handy for someone with arthritis in their hands too.
i hear such great things about the surface 2 (and i love the pink cover)!! but how wonderful she’s able to use it and be online connecting with her friends 🙂
I have looked in to getting a Surface, but haven’t made the jump yet. And I think it’s amazing that your daughter can be back on the computer, enjoying life, friends, and family without being in pain. Win-Win.
What a helpful review and a lot of people that have disabilities will be glad to know there is something that can help make life easier. I’m saving my money for a tablet so I’ll research this one further.
I have not tried this one it does look good though i really love my laptop that i have now i really should change it at some point i will ask hubby 🙂
I never heard of this either but it does sound like an easier machine to handle if you have to carry one around. Thankfully I do not have to. I am glad to hear that your daughter can use this without hurting herself-that is a very big plus!
We’ve looked at them before and almost pulled the trigger. Waiting for the Surface 2 Pro to get a ‘little’ cheaper then we’ll spring!
I’ve never even heard of it, but it sounds awesome. I think I want one 😉