Choosing a tablet...

Discussion in 'Off-topic Chat 2.0' started by aoeder, Jun 20, 2012.

  1. aoeder New Member

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    So, I've been thinking about getting a tablet lately and am not entirely sure as to which would be the best. I already have an iPod touch 4th generation, so the iPad does sort of have a limited appeal to me; however, I have not completely eliminated it as a possibility. For the most part, I would use the tablet for basic internet browsing, YouTube, and taking notes in class when school rolls around. Everything else is really a plus although speed and battery life are quite important.

    Anyway, as far as Android tablets go, I have narrowed it down to these two options:
    • Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1")
    • Asus Transformer TF300T
    If you are able to help me swing me one way on one of these choices, or have other recommendations, share your thoughts!

    Just keep in mind that I would prefer to keep this purchase around the $400 mark, $500 MAX.

    Also, I plan on purchasing this within the next month so the Windows "Surface" will not be a possibility, unfortunately. :(
  2. User Name Active Member

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    Well, the Nexus tablet is supposed to be coming out soon (essentially the same specs as a TF300t but 7" and only priced at 200)
  3. ale624 Well-Known Member

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    HP Touchpad.
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  4. m0in Well-Known Member

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    If you cannot grab a TouchPad, then get the Transformer Pad.
  5. Pandawg Well-Known Member

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    Get the Transformer!
  6. _JKK_ Front Page Reporter

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    The Nexus tablet, whatever that ends up being.

    I almost guarantee it'll have some cool feature about it.
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  7. bstevenhaagen Well-Known Member

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    I'd still go with an iPad. I have an iPad + iPhone (I used to have iPad + iPT4) and I love it. I use the iPad all the time...and used it a lot for school work. You can make better use of iCloud too. Best tablet out there. Apps are designed way better and run a lot faster than the iPod.
  8. savage24x Well-Known Member

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    Absolutely the TouchPad. I use it for exactly what you say and it's perfect, as long as you get the keyboard for $30.
  9. Xerox Well-Known Member

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    Microsoft Surface.
  10. aoeder New Member

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