I use my Note 8 for handwriting and really like it, except for the lack of seamless PDF export handling. I will be getting the new 10.1 tablet for the larger screen. I had the original 10.1 but didn't care for the build quality. The 2014 model seems exactly what I need with better resolution, Note 8 looks, more RAM, etc ... I also use an iPad Air with an Adonit BT stylus. Really nice but the inking is still not up to the Wacom way. Mind you, integration with PDF is better. I can't imagine going with any other tablet such as a Nexus 10 that didn't have stylus capabilities. The Surface 2 Pro will have its appeal once they get the weight down and battery life up.
Philip