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2012 Tablet Comparison Chart
The above tablet comparison chart allows you to compare all the top tablet PCs on the market, but which of these specs is most important? Are there other factors that you should consider when choosing a tablet? We answer some of your questions below.
Android, iOS or Something Else?
Probably the most important thing to consider when choosing a tablet is the operating system. Apple was first to market with their iOS platform and therefore have the biggest market share and the largest amount of apps in their app store. Google is the second most popular tablet operating system with their Android OS. Other alternatives include HP's WebOS and Microsoft's Windows 7.
Android Tablets vs iPad
Apple's iPad is an incredible device and leads the market in tablet sales. Having more than a year head start on the competition, Apple has nearly cornered the market. They offer a mature operating system with a large free and paid application portfolio in the Apple App Store. However, there are reasons to choose Android over iOS.
The iPad is a very closed system compared to Android. Most tablets with Android allow more freedom when it comes to installing apps and customizing your experience. Manufacturers are also free to make interface changes and customize Android. This allows different companies to offer their own variations of Android. More choice means more competition and progress!
Compare Android Tablets
Because there are many different manufacturers and developers in the Android tablet community, the choices and options are much higher (especially than Apple's single option). When comparing tablets, it's important to look at:
Screen: Is it multi-touch? What is the size and resolution?
Processor: Is it fast enough to handle your tasks? Is it single, dual or quad core?
Memory: Does it have enough RAM to run all the apps you need?
Storage: Can you fit all your stuff on it? Is the memory expandable?
One of the most important things you'll want to consider when doing a tablet comparison is the screen. Does it have a multi-touch screen or a single-touch screen? Some tablets also come with a stylus for those who don't like to use their fingers on the screen. You should also consider the screen resolution to make sure it's high enough quality for your needs.
The processor capabilities are also something to look at. If you have a single-core 800 Mhz processor, it probably won't be fast enough for doing much more than web surfing and a few basic tasks at once. You should look for at least 1 Ghz or faster and preferably dual-core or quad-core processors.
Some tablets come with a really small amount of RAM which can cause problems when trying to run multiple apps. You should look for a tablet with at least 1 GB of RAM if you plan on multitasking. The more RAM, the better!
Storage is one of the most expensive things in a tablet (at least the most expensive add-on). Do you need a lot of memory or can you store most of your media and files in the cloud? The Kindle Fire, for example, comes with a lot of cloud storage for your media, so it doesn't need so much on board storage. If possible, get a tablet with expandable storage in the form of a micoSD slot. This will allow you to inexpensively expand your storage in the future.
So get started with the spec chart above and find a tablet that will work for you!
Got this from other board thought why cant BGOL have something similar....We all understand contemplating a new Tablet especially if coming from an unknown area it can be a worrying and confusing situation…
If you can’t find the right tablet PC and need further help then copy and paste the contents of the Form below into a new topic filling in as much of the questions as possible.
General Questions.
1. What is your budget?
2. Would you consider purchasing used/refurbished?
3. Do you prefer a Slate, Convertible or Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC)?
4. What size Tablet PC would you prefer?
Small and light ~ 5" to 8.9"
Compact ~ 10"
Mainstream ~ 12.1"
Large ~ 13.3"
5. Which country/website do you intent to purchase from?
6. Do you have any preferences to brand loyalty or dislikes?
7. How many hours battery life do you require?
8. What will be the primary usage scenario of this tablet? (Email/Web Surfing/Drawing/Word Processing/Entertainment/Notetaking etc)
9. Do you have an OS preference?
10. What software and tasks do you intend to run? (Microsoft Office or other Word Processing Suite/Photoshop/3D Studio Max/Autocad etc)
10. Do you intend on playing Games? If so please list.
Screen Specifics
1. What resolution do you prefer?
XGA - 1024x768 ~ large and easy to read text and graphic icons but you fit less on the screen.
SXGA - 1400x1050 ~ Small text and graphic icons which require good vision but the gain is a much larger screen. (no longer available new, must look for used or refurbished machines)
WXGA - 1280x768 ~ has a wider usable area than XGA, ideal for viewing Spreadsheets and other programs that require desktop space. The mainly used resolution for new tablet PCs since 2008.
2. Do you require the screen to be readable in sunlight?
See the above linked FAQ for guidance
3. Do you prefer your display to be glossy or matte?
4. Do you require Touch? (without pressure sensitivity) (Which one: resistive or capacitive)
See the above linked FAQ for guidance
5. Do you require a Pen? (with pressure sensitivity) (Which one: Wacom or N-Trig)
Component Specifics
1. What size Hard Drive and Memory do you require?
2. Do you require an Optical (CD/DVD) Drive to be built in?
3. Do you require ability to add a second Battery or Hard Drive (Modular Bay technology)?
Misc
1. Other non specific items ~ please add other items you require not covered above?
2. Additional requests ~ anything other you wish to take into consideration?
2012 Tablet Comparison Chart
The above tablet comparison chart allows you to compare all the top tablet PCs on the market, but which of these specs is most important? Are there other factors that you should consider when choosing a tablet? We answer some of your questions below.
Android, iOS or Something Else?
Probably the most important thing to consider when choosing a tablet is the operating system. Apple was first to market with their iOS platform and therefore have the biggest market share and the largest amount of apps in their app store. Google is the second most popular tablet operating system with their Android OS. Other alternatives include HP's WebOS and Microsoft's Windows 7.
Android Tablets vs iPad
Apple's iPad is an incredible device and leads the market in tablet sales. Having more than a year head start on the competition, Apple has nearly cornered the market. They offer a mature operating system with a large free and paid application portfolio in the Apple App Store. However, there are reasons to choose Android over iOS.
The iPad is a very closed system compared to Android. Most tablets with Android allow more freedom when it comes to installing apps and customizing your experience. Manufacturers are also free to make interface changes and customize Android. This allows different companies to offer their own variations of Android. More choice means more competition and progress!
Compare Android Tablets
Because there are many different manufacturers and developers in the Android tablet community, the choices and options are much higher (especially than Apple's single option). When comparing tablets, it's important to look at:
Screen: Is it multi-touch? What is the size and resolution?
Processor: Is it fast enough to handle your tasks? Is it single, dual or quad core?
Memory: Does it have enough RAM to run all the apps you need?
Storage: Can you fit all your stuff on it? Is the memory expandable?
One of the most important things you'll want to consider when doing a tablet comparison is the screen. Does it have a multi-touch screen or a single-touch screen? Some tablets also come with a stylus for those who don't like to use their fingers on the screen. You should also consider the screen resolution to make sure it's high enough quality for your needs.
The processor capabilities are also something to look at. If you have a single-core 800 Mhz processor, it probably won't be fast enough for doing much more than web surfing and a few basic tasks at once. You should look for at least 1 Ghz or faster and preferably dual-core or quad-core processors.
Some tablets come with a really small amount of RAM which can cause problems when trying to run multiple apps. You should look for a tablet with at least 1 GB of RAM if you plan on multitasking. The more RAM, the better!
Storage is one of the most expensive things in a tablet (at least the most expensive add-on). Do you need a lot of memory or can you store most of your media and files in the cloud? The Kindle Fire, for example, comes with a lot of cloud storage for your media, so it doesn't need so much on board storage. If possible, get a tablet with expandable storage in the form of a micoSD slot. This will allow you to inexpensively expand your storage in the future.
So get started with the spec chart above and find a tablet that will work for you!
Got this from other board thought why cant BGOL have something similar....We all understand contemplating a new Tablet especially if coming from an unknown area it can be a worrying and confusing situation…
If you can’t find the right tablet PC and need further help then copy and paste the contents of the Form below into a new topic filling in as much of the questions as possible.
General Questions.
1. What is your budget?
2. Would you consider purchasing used/refurbished?
3. Do you prefer a Slate, Convertible or Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC)?
4. What size Tablet PC would you prefer?
Small and light ~ 5" to 8.9"
Compact ~ 10"
Mainstream ~ 12.1"
Large ~ 13.3"
5. Which country/website do you intent to purchase from?
6. Do you have any preferences to brand loyalty or dislikes?
7. How many hours battery life do you require?
8. What will be the primary usage scenario of this tablet? (Email/Web Surfing/Drawing/Word Processing/Entertainment/Notetaking etc)
9. Do you have an OS preference?
10. What software and tasks do you intend to run? (Microsoft Office or other Word Processing Suite/Photoshop/3D Studio Max/Autocad etc)
10. Do you intend on playing Games? If so please list.
Screen Specifics
1. What resolution do you prefer?
XGA - 1024x768 ~ large and easy to read text and graphic icons but you fit less on the screen.
SXGA - 1400x1050 ~ Small text and graphic icons which require good vision but the gain is a much larger screen. (no longer available new, must look for used or refurbished machines)
WXGA - 1280x768 ~ has a wider usable area than XGA, ideal for viewing Spreadsheets and other programs that require desktop space. The mainly used resolution for new tablet PCs since 2008.
2. Do you require the screen to be readable in sunlight?
See the above linked FAQ for guidance
3. Do you prefer your display to be glossy or matte?
4. Do you require Touch? (without pressure sensitivity) (Which one: resistive or capacitive)
See the above linked FAQ for guidance
5. Do you require a Pen? (with pressure sensitivity) (Which one: Wacom or N-Trig)
Component Specifics
1. What size Hard Drive and Memory do you require?
2. Do you require an Optical (CD/DVD) Drive to be built in?
3. Do you require ability to add a second Battery or Hard Drive (Modular Bay technology)?
Misc
1. Other non specific items ~ please add other items you require not covered above?
2. Additional requests ~ anything other you wish to take into consideration?
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