IPAD or Surface?

I have been carrying an IPAD for about 2 years.  I used it for reading email and facebook.  I read my news on it.  It served it's purpose I suppose.  But it always fell short when it came to editing documents using Word, or when I need to you photoshop or acrobat.

So I have been interested in the Microsoft Surface 4 as it seemed to have a lot of what I need.  It runs Windows 10 and allows me to have full versions of Word and all Adobe apps, which I use frequently.

The screen is great, it is bigger so my aging eyes can see it better.  There are definitely some annoying issues regarding touch.  There are times it seems it can't make up its mind if it wants to be a tablet or a desktop.  Mostly when you visit websites. 

Initially I didn't have a keyboard/cover for it and the tablet only experience definitely isn't as smooth as the IPAD.  But once I added the keyboard with touchpad my issues were gone.

The pen is ok but I find that I rarely grab it.  My handwriting isn't steady enough for it to cipher what I write.  I suppose I could get better with practice.

After using it for a while I am happy with it.  It bridges the gap between a laptop and a tablet.  I like having all of my apps handy in a lightweight package.

It is definitely pricey though.  But I guess you get what you pay for.

Knock around camera

I am shopping for a new camera.  I sent my Sony NEX-VG20 to Adorama camera to get some cash to buy something I will use.  For sure I am ordering a SJCAM SJ5000x Elite action camera. 

It has a Sony sensor and shoots 4k.  Has a gyroscopic stabilization system, comes with mounts and waterproof case and has a 3" LCD screen.  It costs $129 so that one is a no brainer.

But I have been considering whether I should pickup another Nikon body like a D300 or maybe a D3100.  I am a sucker for the COMS sensors.  I have a D200 that has CCD and I rarely use it.  I would like to have a beater to use when I want to leave my Sony A7 at home.

Also trying to figure if there might be a good pocket camera.  It would have to be very small.  Probably a waster as my Blackberry classic has a pretty good point and shoot in it.

(My son and Daughter-in-law, shot w/ Blackberry)

It is hard to be a gadget guy.  So many decisions.