Choosing a tablet...

[bubblepop900]

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.

[Connector]

If you have an ipod, I would think you would be more inclined to get an ipad not less like you stated. There are so many universal programs, so that would be a huge plus and the apple appstore is so much better than googles.

Personally, would have to recommend the new ipad, but have to be the 32 gb version, the 16 gb version is way to small. So this would be 600 dollars so a little out of your price range. But well worth it, in my opinion.

I know a couple of people with android tablets, and no one seems happy. In fact they all like to play with my new ipad, and marvel at the games and retina graphics.

None of them ever buy any apps, which is a good indication of whether they are using their tablets, and don't seem to download free apps either. Both of these traits seem odd, because I thought a tablet was supposed to be a content consuming device.

Sounds like you don't want to wait, but I would say either buy a new ipad now, or wait for the microsoft surface and get the better of the systems by xmas.

Otherwise, you might regret your decision later.

[Totenmaske]

Originally Posted by Connector

If you have an ipod, I would think you would be more inclined to get an ipad not less like you stated.

I concur wholeheartedly with Connector. The fact that I've owned an iPod Touch since the 1st Gen was a HUGE factor in my decision to buy first an iPhone and then eventually an iPad. I already had a catalog of Apps and Games ready to use vs purchasing a competing device and having to find alternative Apps - I hated the thought of buying Bejeweled yet AGAIN for another platform.

I owned an HP Touchpad and a Kindle Fire briefly as well just to see the "other" side of the fence. Sold the Touchpad on CL and returned the KF...

[bubblepop900]

Bump.

[Teknikal]

If money was no object I'd get the Samsung Tab 7.7 but thats mainly because the size appeals to me and I like Super Amoled screens a lot, specs wise it's also pretty high end.

I think it's hard to choose between the two tablets you mentioned it depends on what you value more I think the Asus is a bit more powerful but the Samsung is lighter with a bit longer battery life.

[squarezero]

Originally Posted by bubblepop900

Bump.

Bumping threads is not allowed.

On the subject at hand: get an 16 MB iPad 2, which will save you $200. If you want Asus/Surface functionality, spend $100 on a new Logitech keyboard cover -- I have it and it's awesome.

[BrEaKBEaT]

Originally Posted by Connector

Personally, would have to recommend the new ipad, but have to be the 32 gb version, the 16 gb version is way to small.

Not for what he wants it 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

Originally Posted by squarezero

On the subject at hand: get an 16 MB iPad 2, which will save you $200

I second that, though I'd recommend 16GB

[squarezero]

Originally Posted by BrEaKBEaT

Not for what he wants it 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



I second that, though I'd recommend 16GB

Well, yeah, that would be more useful .

[BrEaKBEaT]

Originally Posted by squarezero

Well, yeah, that would be more useful .

haha, sorry couldn't resist

[Spicy Wiener]

I have to agree with Connector

I was looking for a tablet for kind of the same things, internet browsing and notes at meetings. I looked through the Galaxy Tab and Asus tabs but kept coming back to the iPad, for some of the reasons Connector mentions, so I ended up getting iPad 2 16gb..

16gigs isn't too small for browsing and stuff. Well, I haven't reached that point yet, atleast :P

Otherwise, I was kind of intrigued by the Galaxy Tab.