Archive for August, 2011

eReader vs Tablet PC – Which Should You Buy?

It’s a hotly-debated point at the moment, being brought up by the selling power of gadgets like the Kindle and the iPad. Should you buy an eReader, or go for a tablet PC? Which one is worth spending your money on?

What will you mainly be using it for?

To start off with, let’s make one thing clear. An eReader is just what it says it is – it’s for reading electronic books. It may have some other capabilities, depending on the manufacturer, like note-taking, dictionary look-ups, an MP3 player, and sometimes a very basic web browser. But at the end of the day it only has one purpose: to read electronic books.
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Tablet PC Dell Streak 7 Review

Dell Streak 7With its 7-inch screen, the Dell Streak 7 is one of the tiniest tablet PCs available. Some people may find this a drawback, but its size gives it ultimate portability. It also has some great specs including powerful processor, 4G, and to top it all off it has a relatively low price. How does it measure up to other Android tablets on the market?

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To buy the latest tablet PC, or wait for something new?

When you’re looking at any item which changes as quickly as a tablet computer, there’s always a question of whether it’s worth buying the latest tablet PC now, or hang on in the hope of something more powerful in the near future. This article explores the good and bad points of each option, and some important issues which you’ll want to take into account.

Do you actually need a Tablet PC right now, and if so, what for?

This is probably the first question you should ask yourself – do you really need the latest tablet PC right at this minute? If you’ve got it in mind for a trip you’ll be making in six months, then perhaps it’s best to hang on until nearer the time – then you can make sure you’re buying the very latest technology. However, if you have a use for it presently, and the tablets on the market at the moment are capable of meeting your needs, there’s no reason not to buy one right away.
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Coby Kyros Review – MID7024 Tablet PC

Coby Kyros 4 GB 7-Inch Tablet with Touchscreen and Android 2.2, MID7024-4G It might be surprising, but there are really only a few budget tablet PCs on the market right now that are actually selling well. At less than $200, the Coby Kyros is definitely one. While it doesn’t aspire to the high-end functionality of more expensive tablets, it still has a good bag of features. Read on to find out if this budget tablet PC could be the one for you.


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Choosing The Right Student Tablet Computer

A new era of Tablet PCs has come! These portable computers are the perfect tool for business, fun and especially for learning. If you’re trying to decide on the right student tablet for you, this article should help you decide.

Why choose a student tablet instead of a PC?

Maybe you’re still not sure about why you would need a tablet PC? Let’s think about some of the benefits of using a tablet instead of the old-fashioned desktop or laptop. Although the laptop is portable to an extent, it’s still nowhere near as portable and easy to carry as a tablet PC.
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Asus Eee Pad Review

Asus Eee Pad ReviewThe Asus Eee Pad has proven a fierce contender to the top Android tablets since it was released in 2011. With attractive pricing without compromising on features, it’s a tempting option for any who is seeking an Android tablet that can rival the ever-present iPad. The EEE Pad has a lovely glossy 12-inch screen and a unique Transformer accessory. Could this be the right tablet Pc for you? Read the rest of this entry

8 Benefits of a Portable Tablet PC

Portable Tablet PCThe portable tablet PC is much much more than just a really big smartphone, and it also has a lot of differences from a startdard netbook or laptop. It really is in a class of its own, and can be utilised in many unique ways which other devices just can’t manage. In this article we’ll take a look at the ways a tablet Pc could work for you.
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Apple iPad 2In the arena of tablet computers, the Apple iPad has to be considered the champion. The existing generation (the iPad 2) made a number of gains over the original iPad, particularly adding two cameras and a better processor to give a faster experience. Additionally, it’s slimmer and slicker than ever – but does that make it the right tablet Pc for you? Read the rest of this entry

Tablet PC Easy Comparison Guide

Here is an at-a-glance table to show you everything you need to know to make your Tablet PC purchasing decision!

We will keep adding reviews to the site regularly, so please keep checking back for more info on each choice!

Low-end Tablets
Coby Kyros
10.2 Super Pad II
Dell Streak 7
ViewSonic gTablet
ASUS Eee Pad
Price Range (USD $)135 - 260199298 - 450260-300395 - 459
Release Year20112010201120102011
Operating SystemAndroid 2.2Android 2.1Android 2.2Android 2.2Android 3.0
Size (inches)7.7 x 4.8 x 0.510.5 x 0.5 x 6.57.87 x 4.72 x 0.4913 x 2.75 x 9.7510.7 x 7 x 0.5
Weight0.87 lb / 0.39 kg1.59 lbs / 0.72 kg1 lb / 0.45 kg2.5 lb / 1.13 kg2.8 lb / 1.27 kg
Display Size (inches)710.271012
Screen Resolution800 x 4801024 x 600800 x 4801024x6001280 x 800
Disk Size (GB)4 (up to 16)4 (up to 32)16 (up to 32)16 (up to 32)16, 32
CPUTelechips TTC8902FlyTouch ARM11Nvidia Tegra 2 DualNvidia Tegra 2 DualNvidia Tegra 2 Dual
CPU Speed1 GHz1 GHz1 GHz1 GHz1 GHz
ConnectivityWiFiWiFiWiFi/ 4G & BluetoothWiFi & BluetoothWiFi & Bluetooth
Cameras (megapixels)2.1 MP1.3 MP5 MP & 1 MP1.3 MP5 MP & 1.3 MP
Battery Life (using WiFi)7 hours3 hoursNot publicized8 - 10 hours9 hours (16 docked)
Our ReviewCoby Kyros MID7024Superpad 10.2 Tablet PC ReviewDell Streak 7 ReviewViewsonic gTablet ReviewAsus Eee Pad Review
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High-End Tablets
Toshiba Thrive
Acer Iconia
Motorola Xoom
Apple iPad 2Samsung Galaxy Tab
Price Range (USD $)430 - 580449588 - 799499 - 829500 - 600
Release Year20112011201120112011
Operating SystemAndroid 3.1Windows 7Android 3.0iOS 4Android 3.1
Size (inches)10.75 x 0.62 x 6.977.48 x 10.83 x 0.639.8 x 6.6 x 0.59.5 x 7.31 x 0.340.3 x 6.9 x 10.1
Weight1.6 lb / 0.73 kg2.14 lb / 0.97 kg1.61 lb / 0.73 kg1.33 lb / 0.60 kg1.2 lb / 0.54 kg
Display Size (inches)10.110.110.1 HD screen9.710.1
Screen Resolution1280 x 8001024x7681280 x 8001024 x 7681280x800
Disk Size (GB)8, 16, 32323216, 32, 6416, 32
CPUNvidia Tegra 2 DualAMD C-50Nvidia Tegra 2 DualApple A5Nvidia Tegra 2 Dual
CPU Speed1 GHz1 GHz1 GHz1 GHz1 GHz
ConnectivityWiFi & BluetoothWiFi & BluetoothWiFi/ 3G/ 4G & BluetoothWi-Fi/ 3G & BluetoothWiFi & Bluetooth
Cameras (megapixels)5 MP & 2 MP1.3 MP5MP & 2MP1MP & 0.3 MP3 MP & 2 MP
Battery Life (using WiFi)7 hours6 hours10 hours10 hours10 hours
Our reviewToshiba Thrive ReviewAcer Iconia W500 ReviewMotorola Xoom ReviewApple iPad 2 ReviewSamsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Review
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5 Essential Tablet PC Accessories

Now you’ve got your hands on your lovely new tablet PC, time to customise it to your needs! Download the apps you want (and uninstall most of them again!), add your music and movies to your new device, and take a look at the premium tablet pc accessories out there. Not sure where to start? Have a look at our list of essential tablet accessories.
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