Apple iPad (First Generation) MC496LL/A Tablet (32GB, Wifi + 3G) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've now spent the better part of a day playing with the new iPad, and while it excels in many things there are still some things anyone considering buying one should probably keep in mind.
First the good sides:
This thing is very fast, opening and closing applications is quick, the screen is incredibly responsive, there is no lag while typing, and the built in Safari browser does a great job of quickly loading even graphic intense pages.
The not so good sides:
As has been thoroughly pointed out, there is not presently much in the way of multitasking within the iPhone OS, but with most expectations pointing towards a summer release of OS 4.0 this might be remedied by mid summer, and almost certainly by a generation 2 release. That said, it should be kept in mind that on such a little screen being able to view multiple applications at once will likely never be something you'll use, and the speed by which you can open and close applications makes this less a headache than you might think. It isn't as fast as moving between open apps, but it isn't a deal breaker by any means. The lack of a camera in this generation is a little surprising, while I've purchased my iPad already, I honestly believe that with the number of competitors expected over the course of 2010 we're probably going to see a generation 2 by Christmas with a camera. It's still an amazing device, but the ability to video chat with it would definitely put it over the top, that's a feature worth waiting for. The lack of Flash support isn't as irritating as I expected it to be, but still something to consider. Many major sites have evolved to html5, or are in the process of doing so. This allows for full viewing by the Safari browser, and where it exists, it works great. The remaining sites still using Flash show up with annoying little boxes looking for a plugin that is likely never going to exist. If you spend a lot of time on flash heavy sites it really probably is worth considering holding out to see how the Slate/Android Tablets look in a few months, but if you're mostly just e-mailing and checking facebook (no Farmville) the lack of Flash support probably won't bother you too much.
As a laptop replacement:
The inclusion of the iWorks utilities gives this device a little bit of a laptop personality. Don't let that persuade you into believing that you don't need a computer though. You might be able to get away with ditching a laptop if all you really do is e-mail or very light word processing, but if you do anything more than that you'll like the freedom and ease a full computer offers for more complex tasks. That said, this device is a tremendous leap towards a future tablet style device that may very well be a replacement for your computer, but for now it is more of a casual use device than something you can really expect to do substantial work with. I have put together a presentation in keynote, which was easy enough to do, but pages isn't as intuitive as I'd have liked, and taking lengthy notes or writing long letters/e-mails/reports will probably make it worth considering buying either the keyboard dock or the wireless bluetooth keyboard.
Battery life seems to live up to the claims, I managed to get about 7 hours before getting the 20% remaining battery life indication, which puts it about right for 10 hours or so of total use. One very important thing to realize about charging the device is that presently (at launch) there is some issues with charging via USB from many computers. The iPad is different than other iPod products, it requires a bit more power to charge up, and unfortunately most USB ports aren't set up to support that higher power draw. This is something that may be fixed in a firmware update to allow for a slower charge, or it may simply be that you'll need to either rely on a new Mac (seems like they can handle the power issue) or rely on the wall charger. Just don't be surprised if you plug it into your computer and it doesn't show that it is charging.
All in all, the iPad is an impressive device that might make for a reasonable replacement of a netbook for casual users. For people who need something to really do a lot of work on, you may find that for the price that a netbook or laptop still offers the better value for your needs. Future generations of this device will probably transition into fitting that market better than this first generation. However, if you're an avid reader, casual gamer, music fan, who doesn't do much more on the web than check a few sites, and e-mail. This thing is definitely worth considering! If you're on the fence, nothing about this product is so incredible as to justify running out and buying one right now, but it is worthy of your consideration if you're thinking you might like a tablet style device. I definitely would encourage you to go play with one at best buy or an apple store to get a feel for it. With a number of competitors due out over the next few months we're likely to see some price movement, or a second generation release, so it may be worth it to wait it out a little while.
One final note, the screen is absolutely gorgeous while it is turned on. It is crisp, bright, and very easy to see from any angle. But when you turn it off, every finger print and swipe is suddenly very visible (while it is on the light is bright enough you don't see them fingerprints). If you are a neat freak, or just hate finger prints on your devices you'll have to invest in some microfiber cloths or get used to using your shirt sleeve!
In conclusion, it's a lot of fun, and I'm not the least bit sorry to have bought one. It does many things, and over the next months will do many more. If you think you want one, go play with one, and if you don't want to wait for a next generation this one is definitely awesome. If you have specific needs that aren't really addressed in this generation or by apple, don't let the hype or peer pressure bully you into this one, there are a number of devices coming with great potential, one of those might be a better fit.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab (Sprint) Review

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(More customer reviews)The Tab is a perfect hybrid between my phone and laptop. All the apps of your cell with the functionality of a laptop. Size is perfect for my purse. Lighter than the Kindle, which I also own. Battery is great even with several apps running AND..drum roll please, you can upload to it. Automatic Ipad killer with that function alone. This is the first product that I've had that runs on the android platform and its flow is easy and simple.
Camera is decent, both back and front. I do like the idea of both. The one on the front is not the greatest and unless you are in good light don't even bother with a self portrait.
Screen size and display is just beautiful, eye catching. Slightly smudgy at times so invest in the screen protector. Also GET A CASE!! It's essential and protects a very valuable investment.
Kindle & Nook apps are great, prefer reading on Kindle but in a pinch this will work well.
Skype works like a charm along with all the multiple other apps available and it comes preloaded with quite a lot! Some rather useless but that's standard these days with almost every product. I did a quick clean and deleted quite a few while adding more. I'm not a game player but I do have Pandora and Slacker radio installed, both are battery killers!
Seriously this is just a perfect on the go or at home toy. I generally keep it on WI-FI at home to reduce cost. The monthly plan is pricey thru Sprint and sort of disappoints when you have to constantly remember to turn off the 3G and/or switch to the Wi-fi if its available. Turning on the 3G feature should be slightly easier as well but once you get use to turning things on and off, it goes rather quickly. I do like the idea of turning off things running in the background at will, and be careful because there are a lot of things running willy nilly in the background. They are battery drainers! An average day of texting, cruising FB and Yahoo messenger means at least one good charge every 10 to 12 hrs. If I'm just texting and essentially keeping off the internet I can go two days without charging. I do find that it doesn't charge very fast if connected to my pc vs charging thru an electrical socket but it will maintain the juice it has if it is connected to your pc.
You do get a number assigned to your tab and you can text, which is a feature that is hardly ever mentioned in promo for the product. I've essentially stopped texting from my phone and moved it over to the much bigger and crisper screen of the Tab with the added bonus of using the Swype feature. That app is amazing by the way! Once the phone feature is added, which it will be, I would more than willingly drop my cell phone.

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Enjoy a rich, brilliant viewing experience wherever you roam with the Android-powered, 3G-enabled Samsung Galaxy Tab mobile tablet for Sprint--a powerful, entertainment device ideal for home or on the go. Weighing just 1 pound, it features a vibrant 7-inch touchscreen display with 3D-like graphics, speedy 1 GHz processor, and the Android 2.2 operating system--all in a sleek and compact form factor.

In addition to fast 3G speeds from Sprint's high-speed EV-DO network, you'll enjoy GPS navigation capabilities for accessing the optional Sprint TV video-on-demand with full-motion video and vivid sound (see more details on optional services below). The Galaxy Tab is also a great choice for a cellular audio player, with access to the Sprint Music Store for over-the-air downloads as well as the Sprint Music Plus service, which enables you to purchase a bundle of song, ringtone, and ringback tone.

With integrated Google technology, the Galaxy Tab brings one-touch access to the popular Google mobile services millions use every day, including Google Search by voice, Google Maps with Street View, Gtalk, YouTube, Picasa, and contacts/calendar synchronization. Through Android Market, you'll get access to thousands of useful applications, widgets and fun games to download and install on your phone, with many more apps being added every day.

The Galaxy Tab offers full support for Adobe Flash Player 10.1 for accessing Flash-enabled websites, watching video and playing games, and with built-in support for ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi, the Galaxy Tab's portable screen is ideal for watching the latest movies and entertainment. And with built-in mobile hotspot functionality, the Galaxy Tab also allows up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices--including laptop, camera, music player, video player, or any other Wi-Fi-enabled device--to enjoy the benefits of 3G speeds on the go.

Designed to fit in one hand, typing messages or notes is simple and easy with the Galaxy Tab's virtual QWERTY keyboard with Swype technology, which allows you to input text faster and in a more intuitive way with one continuous finger motion across the screen keyboard. It's outfitted with a rear-facing camera for photo capture and sharing as well as a front-facing camera for video chat. Other features include Bluetooth 3.0 wireless connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, 2 GB internal memory, microSD memory expansion (with included 16 GB card), HDMI video output (via optional dock), and up to 13 hours of battery power.

Samsung Social Hub
Offering one-stop shopping for all your updates, the Samsung Social Hub all your social networking services, messages, personal and business e-mail, calendars and contacts. It's built around Messaging and Contacts, both of which initiate the sending and receiving of information--whether it is e-mail, instant messaging, social network updates or SMS messages. Additionally, calendar information from portal calendars, such as Google Calendar, and social networking services are displayed together in one calendar with two-way synchronization.

The familiar text messaging experience is enhanced with group messaging and "reply all" functionality for up to 10 contacts, a threaded conversations format, a consolidated inbox, and enhanced multi-media display.

Key Features
Fast 3G connectivity thanks to Sprint's EV-DO, Rev A network
Powered by the Android operating system (version 2.2) with deep integration of Google services, access to thousands of apps via the Android Market, and support for Adobe Flash 10.1.
7-inch touchscreen display (1024 x 600 pixels, 16 million color depth) with 6-axis motion sensor and accelerometer.
1 GHz Samsung Hummingbird processor speeds up everything--from playing games to watching shows to opening files from work.
Virtual keyboard
Swype input system allows you to input text faster and easier by gliding your finger around the keyboard, moving from letter to letter in one continuous motion. The Swype technology then calculates what word you're intending to type (learn more below).
Samsung Social Hub provides one stop for all your updates integrates all your social networking services, messages, personal and business e-mail, calendars and contacts.
Samsung Media Hub provides entertainment on the go with the ability to download and view thousands of hit movies and TV shows via Wi-Fi or on the Sprint Network. (Movies and TV shows available for purchase or rental).
GPS navigation enabled enables you to search for the closest coffee shop, or navigate to a specific address with a 3D map that moves with you.
3-megapixel rear-facing camera with flash captures still images and video that that can be edited, uploaded, and shared.
1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chat
Multi-format media player compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC music files plus DivX, XviD, MPEG4, H.263, and H.264 video files.
Ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots while on the go.
Built-in mobile hotspot functionality allows up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices to share the 3G experience on the go with a laptop, camera, music player, game unit, video player, or any other Wi-Fi enabled device.
Next-generation Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity provides faster throughput while minimizing on power requirements. It's compatible with new Bluetooth 3.0-enabled devices as well as backward compatible with older Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as headsets and printers. It includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile--enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock.
2 GB internal memory
Included 16 GB microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 32 GB.
DLNA capabilities via AllShare
3.5mm headphone jack
Support for personal and corporate e-mail
Text and picture messaging with threaded conversation messaging

Vital Statistics
The Samsung Galaxy Tab weighs 13.6 ounces and measures 7.5 x 4.7 x 0.47 inches. Its 4000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 13 hours of battery life, and up to 500 hours (20+ days) of standby time. It runs on the 800/1900 CDMA/EV-DO Rev. A frequencies.

What's in the Box
Samsung Galaxy Tab, rechargeable battery, charger, 16 GB microSD memory card, quick start guide


Sprint Services
Broadband-like 3G network: Supporting the EV-DO Rev. A high-speed data standard, this phone enables you to download and stream high-quality video, straight onto your phone. Where coverage is available, EV-DO Rev. A connectivity provides average download speeds ranging from 400 to 700 Kbps, with peak rates up to 2 Mbps.

Sprint TV enabled: With Sprint TV, you can make your cell phone your always-on source for news, weather, sports and more. This comprehensive video service combines high-quality streaming audio and video from channels including the NFL Network, ABC, The Weather Channel, Fox Sports, E!, CNN, The Discovery Channel, and more.

Sprint Music Store enabled: The Sprint Music Store enables you to buy, download, and then jam out wherever you are with new songs or old favorites. Offering a growing selection of more than 1.6 million songs, the store provides you two copies of each song--one for the phone and another for the PC, as well as the ability to burn songs to a CD using Windows Media Player. Save your songs to a memory card with a capacity that's right for you.
And Sprint Music+ offers an easy way to discover new music and tones and manage all of your music content in one convenient place. Love a new song and want the music track, ringtone, and ringback tone? Save money and buy the bundle! SM+ is also a full-featured music & tone manager--you can create music and ringback tone playlists, assign ringback tones to play for different callers and times of day, and get recommendations based on your musical tastes.
Stay Sporty with Sprint: With NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, instantly connect to the NASCAR information you want, when you want it. Follow NASCAR action from practice to race day with real-time leaderboard and alerts. Get exclusive access to your favorite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver with real-time driver stats, breaking news and more. Live in-car audio, race radio, NASCAR on SPEED and other audio/video only available on select phones. Visit sprint.com/speed for details.
To access, just text "NASCAR" to 7777 on your Sprint phone or visit the Sprint Digital Lounge to download NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile (standard text messaging and data rates apply).
This phone also provides access to Sprint Football Live--free for any phone with a data plan. You'll be able to follow all the live play-by-play action with the Live Game Center for both pro and college football games, as well as stay on top of the pro football draft with a Live Draft Tracker and in-depth analysis and bios on nearly 500 top prospects. Access by texting "FOOTBALL" to 7777 on the handset to download Sprint Football Live from Sprint Digital Lounge (standard text messaging and data rates apply).


Swype Keyboard
An alternative to the Android virtual keyboard, the Swype virtual keyboard (seen at the right) allows you to input text by swiping the finger with one continuous finger or stylus motion across the screen keyboard. Based on testing, speed and accuracy are equal to or better than the traditional keyboard-tapping method. You can activate the Swype keyboard by pressing and holding in a text field, wait for popup to appear, click Input Method, and then select Swype.

In the image to the left, the word "quick" was generated from tracing the path shown above in a fraction of a second, by roughly aiming to pass through the letters of the word. A key advantage to Swype is that there is no need to be very accurate, enabling very rapid text entry.

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KLU 7-Inch Touch Screen Mobile Internet Device Tablet PC Review

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(More customer reviews)I am very happy with this purchase. Product arrived in great condition. Has a nice screen and the battery lasts for days between charges, it also has dvi port, micro sd slot, usb port, and has good network connectivity. For wireless I can be at the opposite end of my house from my WAP and still have full bars. I mainly wanted to use as an ereader and to watch youtube videos, and as a occaisional internet browser, but want to eventually install flash so that I can go to some sites where I have access to online classes. This unit is the KLU Android Tablet manufactured by Curtis International. Has a fast processor. Came running version 2.1 and has some useful installed software already onboard. Version 2.1 is a good operating system and newer than you will get with many of the other Androids out there for sale currently at this price as of April 2011. This Tablet can be upgraded. The currently installed Android 2.1 version does not run Android market at this time so you will need to download any Android packages you want and copy apk files to a micro SD card in order to install on your Klu Android Tablet. This is not that difficult. There is an apk installer program on this tablet which is nice, it also has a nice browser, you can watch Youtube videos, and more. I have since installed Kindle, Kobo, and Nook and some other stuff on this tablet. The kindle software does have some issues running on this tablet and sometimes your purchased kindle books will force kindle to close and you may in some cases have to re-register, this also happens on other tablets, and you must download the book you purchased again several times until it finally runs again. Yes that is annoying but that may be more of an issue of the 2.1 Android OS, or it may be the Kindle software I am not sure. My plan is to at some point in the future root this device and upgrade to another version of Android such as 2.2 or 2.3, and eventually 3.0, all of which should run on this Tablet. I think overall it is a good unit for the price and I highly recommend it.

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7 Inch Android 2.3 OS Tablet Apad Epad MID 4gb HDMI Wifi GPS Touch Screen Game Camera Movie Vedio Picture Ereader Review

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(More customer reviews)I think the tablet runs well but it says it has a camera. There is not a camera. This was a major point for me to purchase.
So how are you able to skype and read barcodes if there is not a camera


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Coby Kyros 4 GB 7-Inch Tablet with Touchscreen and Android 2.2, MID7024-4G (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I just got mine yesterday. I really have to say I am totally impressed with it. I've played with iPad and it is definitely cool; I also owned two Kindles (one regular, one DX). My prior experience with "tablets", as such, other than the Kindle, was a cheap Chinese knock-off called "ePad", bought from a seller on Amazon maybe 9 months ago and returned promptly. This was with an older version of Android (1.6 I believe). It's worth recounting a few of the highlights of that unit's performance for contrast with this Kyros, in 2011, in the

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