Tablet Phone

The devices on this page are tablets. They are tablets that also have phone capabilities. Many allow the user to place video calls and a few even provide voice calling although in most instances, you might not hold them up to your ear to talk. Afterall, holding up a device to your ear that is 7" to 10" in size would be rather awkward anyway. Instead a speakerphone function or Bluetooth headset is used.

Some other tablets can be used to make video calls, provided of course they have a front facing camera and the apps needed. The Apple iPad2 is an example. Using FaceTime or some type of VOIP app allows users to make video calls.

If you are considering whether or not a tablet phone is the right choice, it depends upon how you wish to use the device. Many smartphones offer plenty of computing power, especially some of the newer dual core phones. They are more portable than any tablet and offer better options for voice communication. So, if calling is your primary need and pocketability is critical, then a smartphone would be a better investment. Some even offer larger screens for easier computing, such as Samsung's soon to be released Galaxy Note with a 5.3" screen.

However, if tablet functions are your primary need, then a tablet phone may be perfect. Thanks to a much larger display, keyboard, and so forth, they make for a better experience when watching movies, web browsing, gaming, and even in simple navigation for those with bigger fingers. So if making calls is only a secondary need, a tablet phone might be right.

Currently the number of tablet phones on the market is limited. However, growth is expected. There are more tablet phones slated to be released in the near future.