Tablets For Beginners
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What is a Tablet?
A Deeper Dive into Tablets
Previously, a "tablet" of paper and a pen would be carried into meetings for work and classes for school. Because of its limited capabilities, you also needed access to a calendar, a phone and a laptop computer with internet access if you wanted to get some real work done. Today's tablet devices cover all those bases and more.The first thing you will notice is the large tablet screen displaying crisp color. These screens range from 7inches to beyond 10inches and are not only visually appealing but reliably functional. The ultra-sensitive touch screen is used for most of the tablet's functions. It replaces a physical keyboard with an exceptional on-screen keyboard as well as custom virtual keys for every application on the device. Even the tablet's position is a control. "This side up" is not a factor since you can hold the device in any direction and it will always turn your screen right side up! Imagine a racecar driving game where the entire device is your steering wheel as the game responds to you twisting and turning the tablet.
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Applications, Games & More!
All tablet devices come with the basics in terms of applications. They all include a note taking application, a contact list/address book, calendar and internet browser to name a few. But possibilities hardly begin there. Depending on what brand of tablet it is, you have access to their version of an applications forum where you can choose from literally thousands of applications and games. These items range in price from free and up. Applications range from simple calculators to real-time navigational devices offering a satellites' view of your location. You can play games or watch movies. You can surf the web or maintain your favorite social networking site. Finally, a device that does it all and comes in a very convenient size. SOUND OFF!
Which do you think is the best tablet PC device?
Here are the Top 20 Tablets for 2012. VOTE for the #1 tablet, add a device that you think should belong here, even purchase your new tablet right here!
MOTOROLA XOOM Android Tablet (10.1-Inch, 32GB, Wi-Fi)
Introducing the first Android touch tablet from Mo more...1 point
Apple iPad 2 MC769LL/A Tablet (16GB, WiFi, Black)
Apple iPad XX1LL/A Tablet (16GB, Wifi, Black) NEWE more...0 points
Acer Iconia Tab A500-10S16u 10.1-Inch Tablet Computer (Aluminum Metallic)
Acer ICONIA Tab A500 10.1" Tablet PC - Tegra more...0 points
ASUS Eee Slate EP121-1A011M 12.1-Inch Tablet PC
The ASUS Eee Slate EP121 keeps you productive, ent more...0 points
Blackberry Playbook 7-Inch Tablet (16GB)
The BlackBerry PlayBook delivers professional-grad more...0 points
HP Slate 500 8.9" Black
HP Slate 500 XT962UA 8.9" LED Net-tablet PC - more...0 points
HP TouchPad Wi-Fi 16 GB 9.7-Inch Tablet Computer
Get more done with the HP TouchPad Wi-Fi 16GB, a t more...0 points
Lenovo K1 Ideapad 130422U 10.1-Inch Tablet (Black)
The advanced Lenovo IdeaPad Tablet K1 keeps you co more...0 points
ASUS Eee Pad Transformer TF101-A1 10.1-Inch Tablet Computer (Tablet Only)
With a slim, lightweight design and a 10.1-inch WS more...0 points
Dell Streak 7 Wi-Fi Tablet (Foggy Night)
Introducing the Dell Streak 7. Share photos, video more...0 points
Samsung Galaxy Tab (10.1-Inch, 16GB, Wi-Fi)
Samsung's WiFi Galaxy Tab 10.1"0 points
Toshiba Thrive 10.1-Inch 16 GB Android Tablet AT105-T1016
Introducing the Thrive%u2122 Tablet by Toshiba, po more...0 points
Apple iPad (first generation) MB292LL/A Tablet (16GB, Wifi)
A magically and revolutionary product at an unbeli more...0 points
Coby Kyros MID7015 7-Inch Android Internet Touchscreen Tablet - Black
Android 2.1 connects to the world though the touch more...0 points
ARCHOS 101 Internet Tablet 16GB
The ARCHOS 101 internet tablet is a tablet that yo more...0 points
VIZIO 8-Inch Tablet with WiFi - VTAB1008
Keep entertainment freedom at your fingertips with more...0 points
Fujitsu LifeBook 2728505 T730 12.1-Inch Laptop
Lifebook t730 - intel - core i3 - 350m - 2.26 ghz more...0 points
LIFEBOOK TH700 12.1" LED Tablet PC - Core i3 i3-380M 2.53 GHz
Fujitsu LIFEBOOK TH700 12.1" LED Tablet PC - more...0 points
Barnes & Noble NOOK Color eBook Tablet
Nothing brings your reading to life like our Vivid more...0 points
Platform Discussion
A mobile operating system, also known as a mobile OS, mobile software platform or a handheld operating system, is the operating system that controls a mobile device or information appliance-similar in principle to an operating system such as Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux distributions that controls a desktop computer or laptop.
Top choices: Android from Google Inc., BlackBerry OS from RIM, iOS from Apple Inc., Symbian OS from the Symbian Foundation, Windows Phone from Microsoft, and webOS from HP.
Which operating system reigns supreme?!
Android & iOS?
Steve-Chanone says:
i think for the iOS there is a real quality of applications but they are more hard to find. in the opposite, using a Galaxy Tab for example under Android is a lot more easy, but that could lead to bad surprises
newandroider says:
iOS then Android
seosri417 says:
good aarticle
SpEeDyG360 says:
I'm a DROID! I appreciate that the Android is open source and I love customization. Android has always accommodated all my needs and wants in a mobile device and I feel like they are constantly updating this platform. DROID DOES!~
BlackBerry, Windows, and others?
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Can I Make Phone Calls?
But wait, it does not make voice calls. So much for the perfect device right? Wrong.True, tablets are not equipped to make calls like a cell phone. Because it isn't one! However, it can use the internet to make calls using a variety of applications that are designed to do so. Some even have both forward and rear facing cameras for video conferencing. You also don't need to pay extra for the voice plan. That's a pretty good deal.
Tablet Poll
Outside of cellphones, more than 90% of Americans polled already carry or would carry a tablet device to be more productive, stay better connected and be efficiently mobile.
Buying a Tablet Device
Are you ready to rush out and buy one yet?Here are a few things you'll want to know before you fly out the door.
1) What do you plan on using it for? Remember, a tablet allows you to do everything you need/want to do and be mobile doing it. The key is being mobile and having that it is convenient. While it can be done with the help of some accessories, you don't want this device for hours of typing where a physical keyboard is actually more comfortable and ergonomic.
2) Do you need to have internet access everywhere you go? All tablets have Wi-Fi connectivity so that you can enjoy free internet use anywhere there is a Wi-Fi connection at home, work or your favorite coffee shop. Most can be sold as a standalone device with just Wi-Fi. If you require internet access in areas where Wi-Fi is not available, you will want to consider a device that has mobile data capabilities built-in in conjunction with a wireless company you are willing to buy a data plan from. If this is the case, you will what to know how to manage your data usage with applications and harnessing Wi-Fi when you can to save on overage charges.
Finally, 3) How much are you willing to spend? Tablets range from $100 to $1000 depending on brand, storage space and capabilities. Make sure you go to a store with a knowledgeable staff to answer all your questions and pair you up with the best device for you.
Good luck!
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Aug 24, 2011 @ 12:11 am | delete
- great information
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- Nice presentation, your lens helps to know more about Tablets, Anyway thanks sharing this with us
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