Who's (un)happy with their tablet computer?

Herman

The Image Stimulator
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Name
Herman
Many got a tablet computer like Apple iPad.
Is this a replacement to a netbook/notebook or just a wanna have product.
Which operating system you prefer and why.
I will have a look at Archos G9 NOW.

Replies are welcome, thanks in advance.:)
 
I have a toshiba thrive Android honeycomb tablet and I've been happy with it. It's not a laptop replacment for me, but it does what I need it to do. View word/pdf/spreadsheet files, brows the internet, and lets me view pictures off an SD card or thumbdrive with ease. Only complaint is that I haven't found a good photoshop type app for it yet.

The archos g9 10 inch looks like a good tablet. The 8 inch looks good to, but a little small for my needs.

I'm sure lots of folks love their Ipads though.
 
iPad fever

Hey Herman, I have the pad2 and love it. I love editing on the go and checking web sites while waiting for the wife. It's not perfect but getting there. if you're not a super critical die hard fanatic about post work, then you may like this. Camera sucks too. I prefer this to a netbook for size and portability. And I can't see having an iPad and a netbook together. But hey that's me.

I took it with me to Hawaii and was able to download all my pics right from the memory card.
Cheers
Pete

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Taken on my trusty panny lx1 and edited slightly on snapseed.
 
Archos

I have the previous model Archos, the 70. Absolutley love it. ARCHOS - Error 404

I prefer the 7" size due to the better portability. When I use it as a reader, 10" is just too big for me, I like to one hand it.

I don't use it as a laptop replacement, but use it to surf the net, play a game, or check facebook while watching TV.

I also use it in two locations as a video player in the car. (Cell phone pics)

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I have Dell Streak 7 and love it. It takes a standard size SD card so I can use it to view my images and upload them. I like the 7 inch form factor as it is handy to carry in a purse but the screen is still larger than that on my smartphone. The camera is Meh but the idea of chimping with something so large is vaguely funny.
 
I still have my iPad1, I was one of those who preordered and got it on the day, delivered to the house. I have not yet felt a need to upgrade to the next version, nor to have the 3G version. I use it now mostly for entertainment, playing games, watching movies etc, though I used to use it for work when I was still working. I have a definite preference for a hard keyboard, for work related stuff, though a quick email or typing in URLs is fine on the software keyboard... just not for lengthy work.

I'm not sure if I would make the same choice if I had my time over. But I cant couch surf comfortably with a netbook (yes I have one) or a macbook pro. I dont think I could with the Air either. So the iPad is now my couch surfing and entertainment tool, and I use the MBP for just about everything else.
 
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I still have my iPad1, I was one of those who preordered and got it on the day, delivered to the house. I have not yet felt a need to upgrade to the next version, nor to have the 3G version. I use it now mostly for entertainment, playing games, watching movies etc, though I used to use it for work when I was still working. I have a definite preference for a hard keyboard, for work related stuff, though a quick email or typing in URLs is fine on the software keyboard... just not for lengthy work.

I'm not sure if I would make the same choice if I had my time over. But I cant couch surf comfortably with a netbook (yes I have one) or a macbook pro. I dont think I could with the Air either. So the iPad is now my couch surfing and entertainment tool, and I use the MBP for just about everything else.

Don't you know you are required by Apple to upgrade every year. :rolleyes:
 
I bought one of the 'original' tablets... way back in 2002.... The HP TC1100

It was was ok for its novelty value, but it never inspired me to move on to more updated tablet models, and I have to say, I dont find them as versatile as a standard laptop.
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Tablets are surely not as powerful as a laptop, but never intended to be either. Everyone has their own preference. Go with what works for you.
 
Tell me, thanks.

Herman that is something only you can decide. Got mine because originally because of my job but I truly enjoy using it. There are post processing apps but I have seldom used them.
They, like cameras and phones, are only truly useful; if you take them with you. Go to the Store and handle the various models and decide if you would be willing to so do.
Hope this is of help...
 
Don't you know you are required by Apple to upgrade every year. :rolleyes:
LOL! I know. I have failed to be a good Apple devotee. I haven't upgraded to the iPhone 4S either (though I was due to upgrade this year, I actually dont like the design of the 4, and am hoping for a more contoured design for the 5). I *did* have a 4, but sold it. My 3GS is fine for now.
 
I'd be keeping that one too, in pristine condition. I'm not much of a sentimentalist but in time, you'll see a lot more value in that, I suspect.

I was originally going to give it to the computer history museum when it died, but now I suspect i'll be keeping it.
 
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