My wife is looking for a portable device primarily for modeling in Blender and optionally for drawing in Krita. So we looking for something with a GNU/Linux support from manufacturer.

We considered https://www.tuxedocomputers.com/en/TUXEDO-InfinityFlex-14-Gen1, it looks nice, but maybe you have other suggestions? Do you have experience with convertibles, how convenient is to draw on them?

We also considered https://earth.starlabs.systems/pages/starlite for drawing and a separate device for Blender, but having two devices might not be convenient…

  • lancalot@discuss.onlineEnglish
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    1 month ago

    Consider giving devices offered by NovaCustom a look.

    When it comes to Linux-first laptop vendors, it’s definitely my favorite out of the bunch.

    On purchasing one of their devices, they offer:

    • 3 years of warranty
    • 5 years of firmware update support
    • 7 years of (guaranteed) spare parts availability

    I’m simply unaware of any other (Linux-first) firm that can compete regarding the above.

    And I haven’t even mentioned how vast their customization options are, or how well-praised their support is.

    I’m actually stunned why it’s not mentioned more often in these conversations.

    Btw, I’d actually recommend you to consider the whereabouts of the respective support centers before you buy a device. You never hope to be in that situation, but it makes a real difference when it matters. So, in case you’re unaware, AFAIK:

    • NovaCustom; Netherlands. But as long as you’re in EU mainland, it should be good enough.
    • Star Labs; UK. EU outside of Great Britain is OK.
    • System76; USA.
    • Tuxedo; Germany. Again, EU mainland is fine.
    • ShaturOP
      2·
      1 month ago

      First time hear about it, but sounds very cool!

      I’d actually recommend you to consider the whereabouts of the respective support centers before you buy a device

      Totally agree, I take this into consideration. Tuxedo is very attractive to me because we planning to visit Germany personally. But I will take a look at NovaCustom as well since it’s in EU.

      From Star Labs their StarLite tablet looks very attractive. Right now I considering buying a tablet for drawing and a laptop for 3D modeling instead of 2-in-1.

      • lancalot@discuss.onlineEnglish
        3·
        1 month ago

        From Star Labs their StarLite tablet looks very attractive. Right now I considering buying a tablet for drawing and a laptop for 3D modeling instead of 2-in-1.

        Honestly, this makes a lot of sense. It’s unfortunate that all of your needs aren’t satisfied by a single device. Assuming that the drawing capabilities of the Starlite and Infinityflex are up to par, their hardware specs don’t come even close to Blender’s recommended. So opting for a second device may indeed be necessary.

        Whatever you’ll end up picking, I hope you and your wife will be satisfied with the end result 😉!