Criteria for Selecting a Tablet PC
Criteria for Selecting a Tablet PC
Article by Kulwinder Kaur Gill
Criteria for Selecting a Tablet PC – Technology – Gadgets and Gizmos
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With the release of the iPad, the tablet from Apple in early June, the ” Tablet PC “has become a social phenomenon. Everyone talks about it, but few people are lucky enough to own one.
But what are really these tablets and how to choose?
Tablet PCs are the crossing of an eBook reader and a MID (Mobile Internet Device). They are therefore first electronic book to read your newspaper or your favorite novels downloaded from the web. All with Internet connectivity, they can surf the web to send emails, chat on MSN or Facebook, watching videos on Youtube and much more.
Tablet PCs are also very focused media, their HD screen can show movies in 720p, the audio player to play MP3 or WAV music files and photo viewer to share her memories with her friends.
The tablets can also be used for professional use although it is not their goal in the short term. Featuring a word processor, spreadsheet and presentation software, they can still help.
All offer the possibility of installing new applications or games, which will relax their use.
Now let’s review the different elements to consider when choosing a shelf:
1 – The size: The smallest are equipped with a 5-inch screen and larger than 10 inches. The most widespread are the current slate of 7 inches which appears to be a good compromise especially if you move.
2 – The operating system: according to the desired use, it is important to choose the OS of the tablet. The iPad comes with OS4 Apple, which allows it to install the applications already available for the iPhone, and more new applications created specifically for the tablet. Then there are models in Windows, it is then necessary to distinguish those in Windows CE for Windows 7 and cheaper for others. Windows, everyone knows. This can make a tablet that can be used more easily in the professional world. By cons, will require some technical expertise to operate effectively filled. Then there are shelves running Google Android. This OS is very Internet-oriented and multimedia and seems a good compromise. Unlike Windows, it is very easy to use.
3 – Connectivity: they all offer WiFi, some in upscale offer more 3G. It is then a SIM card and a data plan to use the UMTS connection. Some shelves are equipped with a RJ45 plug to connect to the internet also via ADSL or cable, it is sometimes handy.
4 – Other points: it will also take into account the processor, memory and battery life.
In the end, the price will of course, an important place in your purchasing decision. There are now several models running Android to less than 200 euros.
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