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Okay well I want to get a new tablet not really sure about if I want a 10inch or a 7inch. But currently right now I know the place were I will be buying the tablet. I can choose from any of these tablets here
Buy the best Chinese Android Tablet PC on Lightake.com
The reason I can only buy from there is that I could get a really good price for them(not the original prices that are shown, I can get good discounts since I am a pretty big customer) anyways which tablet do you think I should get. I was leaning against this one though
http://lightake.com/detail.do/sku.P...Core_ARM_Cortex_A9_WIFI_Tablet_PC_Black-46750
it seemed nice because it has Android 3.2, and a Nvidia Tegra2 processor. But maybe I am mistaken or something, and don't even know which of those tablets have the best processor/ram. Here is a OPAD P10 Tegra2 Tablet PC performance test : OPAD P10 benchmark of it. Is that supposed to be good? That benchmark was done on it when the tablet was on Android 2.2 though it says.
Anyways which one out of all should I get. Please don't like me to other websites. If I had to choose one from those websites which should I get?
If this is in the wrong section please move it.
it's only 512 RAM
everything else is pretty decent
You choose which u want its almost same
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I wouldn't buy a Tegra 2 tablet right now. I've got an Asus Transformer and it's not as smooth as you'd expect from a dual-core even overclocked, the browser crashes when it runs out of memory which it does too often and Tegra 2 brings its own problems with video playback.
I'd wait a while.
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I wouldn't buy a Tegra 2 tablet right now. I've got an Asus Transformer and it's not as smooth as you'd expect from a dual-core even overclocked, the browser crashes when it runs out of memory which it does too often and Tegra 2 brings its own problems with video playback.
I'd wait a while.
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I have one transformer too. No video playback problem, with stock speed.
Tegra 2 is awesome.
RAM is less, else it's fine.
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I wouldn't buy a Tegra 2 tablet right now. I've got an Asus Transformer and it's not as smooth as you'd expect from a dual-core even overclocked, the browser crashes when it runs out of memory which it does too often and Tegra 2 brings its own problems with video playback.
I'd wait a while.
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what he said.
Biggest let down with the 10.1 was the lack of highdef video playback capability.
So should I buy that tablet? What about the one right next to which is also 10 inch but has Froyo. I bet I can upgrade that to Honeycomb though. But how do the specs compare?
do not buy the tab from the link, its a version of the advent vega. this tablet was put out with 2.2, but a coulple of devs from tabletroms ported hc 3.2 to the vega and clones. you can buy this tablet for about 200$ and the easely put hc 3.2 on it yourself. have a look at the forums on here for thr advent vega, you will see for your self..Dont buy from the link its a ripoff price.
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acer w500 looks good ^^
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do not buy the tab from the link, its a version of the advent vega. this tablet was put out with 2.2, but a coulple of devs from tabletroms ported hc 3.2 to the vega and clones. you can buy this tablet for about 200$ and the easely put hc 3.2 on it yourself. have a look at the forums on here for thr advent vega, you will see for your self..Dont buy from the link its a ripoff price.
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Yeah but should the 3.2 run fine on it? I can get the tab for a really cheap price... Or are there any other tabs on that website that I should get instead of that one? Or that is the best one.
it will be the best one. But are u sure you can get it for less than 180$? check google, look up all the different versions of the vega, and then look on ebay if your really cant get it cheaper...just really dont want you get screwed over...Also because a lot of chinese websites try to profit from the hard work of all the devs over at tabletroms...
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There is only one ANDROID tablet in the world that I can call a good investment - EEE Pad Transformer.
You can't get cheap and good wine at the same time - cheap one will make you headache and it will be a complete waste of money.
well in my oppinon theres only one good one; the ipad 2. now dont start flaming me, but honeycomb just isnt ready yet, apps dont work together, apps dont work at all, stuff crashes, stupid memory management, crashes the lot. ive had android tabs, but now an ipad 2, and love it, it may be a lil dull, but everything just works
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the cheapest one a viewsonic gtablet (a direct clone of the vega) is 210 including shipping on ebay here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ViewSonic-g...40622142181?pt=US_Tablets&hash=item20bdbb9ae5
a guy selling one here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1305300
another one here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1281425
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i almost forgot to mention.
Blackberry playbooks are for sale $199
it's a dual core processor and it can run android apps
heck, it can even be hacked to run android like the hp touchpads
if you want to spend $130-ish on some medium quality tablets, might as well spend just a little bit more to get a quality one.
or see if you can still get hold to one of those $99 hp touchpads and install android on it
99$ touchpads now go for 200-250$.. Playbook is a good one, nice solid device but does not run full android, only android apps...and thats only leaked, not official, still awaiting official release..
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well in my oppinon theres only one good one; the ipad 2. now dont start flaming me, but honeycomb just isnt ready yet, apps dont work together, apps dont work at all, stuff crashes, stupid memory management, crashes the lot. ive had android tabs, but now an ipad 2, and love it, it may be a lil dull, but everything just works
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I totally agree with you.
So I assume that tablet is the best on their website right? How about this http://lightake.com/detail.do/sku.C...ex_A9_WIFI_3G_Tablet_PC_4GB_Black_White-46557
Is that one better then the other one?
By the way my cousin has the acer iconia tablet with Android 3.2. And I like it so I guess I would like that clone as well, would there be any difference?
the first isnt better, cause it only has 2.2 Please keep in mind the honeycomb on the tab in second link is only a beta, so far more buggy than your cousins tablet...
considered an used ipad 1? An acer iconia a100?
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Although I do own an iPad 2, I have found myself bored to death with it! The homescreen is not the least bit customizable, all the web browsers run off the same WebKit/WebView, and honestly Apple is old news.
Does anybody have any recommendations for a good Android Tablet? If I have to, I'd GLADLY wait for an Ice Cream Sandwich tablet - but if there are any "great" android tablets on the market now I may just go ahead and purchase it.
I currently own a Samsung Galaxy S II, and absolutely love it. I looked at the Galaxy Tab 10.1, and it seemed to be pretty nice. The 16GB version was only $350 (used, but like new) on Amazon. The design of the Tab 10.1 looks GREAT - much better screen size than the iPad 2 (it's more rectangular shaped).
The things I dislike about the Tab 10.1: It may not get an official ICS, my phone is more powerful than it, and it does not have a SAMOLD+ screen (do any tablets?).
So yeah, does anybody know of any good android tablets? Any suggestions, comments, and tips are very welcomed!
i have a motorola xoom, and i have to say i don't like it. the themes, buttons and navigation suxs. its heavy and has a clunky feel. its also slow at going through menus/web. i honestly though it would be good after having a galaxy, but i don't recommend it, i wouldn't mind trying samsung tablet.
HP Touchpad
Cyanogen is pretty close to releasing a rom for the HP touchpad, which is a $600 tablet you will pickup on ebay for $250.. but dont bother if you need it to work out of the box & dont like to tinker..
best upcoming tablet = Asus Transformer Prime. no question about it.
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best upcoming tablet = Asus Transformer Prime. no question about it.
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Yes this!
But if you can't wait, the original Asus transformer is still one of the, if not the best tablet on the market! Asus bring updates out very quickly!
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Asus Transformer 2, it is quad-core, tegra 3. Thank me if this tablet is just what u wanted.
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Asus Transformer 2, it is quad-core, tegra 3. Thank me if this tablet is just what u wanted.
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This is what I'm probably going to get. The Tab 10.1 does look very sexy and attractive, though. I seen one used on Amazon for $320 but it's gone now. Wish I had gotten it, because I could had at least made a little profit off it on Ebay if I decided not to keep it.
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best upcoming tablet = Asus Transformer Prime. no question about it.
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This. I'm waiting for it to come out. It might be my first tablet purchase.
I'm looking to get an android tablet and I've narrowed it down to 3. Asus transformer, Acer iconia a500 or Motorola xoom I've chose these 3 as they are fairly cheap and look set to get much cheaper as new tablets come out. The only problem I have is all reviews I read are heavily biased towards an ipad2. I would like some honest opinions from people who have actually used the devices, rooted them installed custom roms and also what apps are like running as I've read apps don't all work at full screen on 10" screens.
Cheers in advance for any advice.
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goatimus said:
I'm looking to get an android tablet and I've narrowed it down to 3. Asus transformer, Acer iconia a500 or Motorola xoom I've chose these 3 as they are fairly cheap and look set to get much cheaper as new tablets come out. The only problem I have is all reviews I read are heavily biased towards an ipad2. I would like some honest opinions from people who have actually used the devices, rooted them installed custom roms and also what apps are like running as I've read apps don't all work at full screen on 10" screens.
Cheers in advance for any advice.
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The Asus Transformer Prime has the best stats, but I think you're referring to the eeePad Transformer in your list (which IMHO looks like crap from the reviews I've read).
From the 3 you listed, I'd go with the Xoom. But seriously, why not just save for a couple more months and get the Asus Transformer Prime. You'll thank yourself later!
Did look at them and they look nice but its not a matter of saving I just don't want to spend that much on what is really just a toy for me (can't see it replacing my PC). What I'm more concerned with is the report I read that a lot of apps don't scale up to the big screen. Is this true or was it just another apple fanboy slagging of anything non apple.
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The whole belief that honeycomb is unfriendly to apps total BS. I have had a Transformer since April and have rooted it and am running Revolver rom and even before i rooted it it was extremely slick. The home screen isn't very good but install ADW EX and you get the best homescreen experience ever. I have over 100 apps on mine and they all work great and look beautiful. You will, of coarse, find some that aren't that great but that happens everywhere.
Now as a transformer owner i can honestly recommend any android tablet to someone ( Who actually knows abut android) and you will enjoy it. I would suggest you get the Prime though because it's much better and you get more for your money. Asus is really great with updates so you shouldn't have to root it for a while
Also also on it being a toy, it can totally replace you destop, you can get the keyboard dock when you want and make it a full on ultrabook
The transformer is my favourite so far in my opinion it looks nice. I love android so its nice to know it runs nice. Thanks for letting me know about the apps it was my main concern. Now which one to chose? Hmmm.....
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If you are going for first generation tablets the transformer is the way to go but with CES this week you should wait to see what comes out of there
One thing I forgot to ask if I replace my PC can I still perform adb functions for my phone or do I still need windows.
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I also have a OG Transformer, and I like it a lot. It's fast, good looking and the dock is very cool. If you can find it for 300 bucks just buy it.
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I have a galaxy tab 10.1 and I really like it. My wife has an ipad2 and here is my take on these things. The galaxy tab is every bit as good as the ipad in many areas. internet browsing, email, etc. Where it falls behind the ipad is the apps.
My wife has Hbogo on her's, but I cant get it on mine. My wife has directv app which can watch some live tv, my same directv app doesn't have this feature. There are some great apps for the android tablets, but not nearly as many as the ipad2. The android apps don't seem to get all the attention as the ipad's.
I still like my tab a lot and I am hoping the apps will catch up.
I've owned a Xoom, Galaxy Tab 10.1, and the original Transformer.
If I had to choose between those three I think I would pick the original Transformer by Asus. Best experience I had out of the box.
Galaxy tab 10.1 was a very close second.
Now it is all about the Transformer Prime for me though. All I have to do is find one for sale.
HP Touchpad
kidding....but honestly if you can find one for ~$100 it can be quite possibly the best tablet available. Android is quite stable, even though currently its running gingerbread.
But I would wait, like someone said above CES is right around the corner, and who knows, ASUS could be like Sony and drop the price on the prime by $100. But if you are really set on a tablet now, do you really want something that is over a year old.
I would also consider that you take a look at the Tablet S with their recent price drop.
HP TouchPad
Not kidding.
Seriously, take a look at the forum for them, CM7 is coming along, CM9/ICS is progressing, and webOS is solid. At least consider it. 1.2GHz dual core, 1GB RAM, 10" screen, wireless charging dock available. The TouchPad had sold more units than any android tablet. The iPad is the only tablet that sold more units period. The cheaper than dirt price helped, but all those units out there mean there is a large userbase, and plenty of support.
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Hi all
Just after a few opinions on which tablet to buy.
I am looking at the TF300T, TF201 and the Acer A510. Anyone got any opinions on which one is best value for money?
I was drawn to the prime originally but the GPS and wifi issues put me off. I then got drawn to the cheaper transformer pad but have been reading that the Acer A510 is a better performer and has better battery life (for the tablet to tablet comparison anyway).
Can't make my mind up!
I am also wandering if its worth waiting a couple of weeks to see what is announced at Google I/O, nexus tablet maybe?
I would definitely wait and see what the Nexus Tab's specs and price are, but even if they are nice they won't compare to either of the tablets you're considering. Also IMO the TF300 is better in almost every way once you add the dock, most likely the battery comparisons you've heard have been just the TF300 v.s the Acer A510 but that doesn't factor in the TF300's keyboard dock battery. With the battery it slaughters the A510, and you wont find a productivity option this good anywhere else. Also having the dock add not only a battery and physical keyboard but it adds a full-size SD card slot and a full-size USB 2.0. I may be a bit biased but as long as you are planning on buying the keyboard dock with the TF300 its a no-brainer.
I would recommend the TF300 if you need a tablet soon. If not and you can afford it you might want to wait for the TF700. At one point I considered the Acer A510 also until I heard about the heat issues. I currently have 2 TF300's, one perfect 32gb, and a 16gb currently at Asus being repaired. And for my smaller tablet I have a Galaxy Tab 7.7. As far as 10" tablets currently available the TF300 is the way to go IMO.
Thanks for the replies.
In the UK you cant get the TF300 without the dock, at least not from a shop anyway!! You can import one or use a shady online e-tailer.
My problem is that I am getting fed-up of waiting. I have been lusting over an android tablet for months.
I think I may well have to wait and see what the nexus tablet is. i'm probably not interested if it is only a 7" version. Really want a 10" tablet myself.
I have a nexus S for my phone and definitely prefer the stock android experience and the very active development scene that goes with the Nexus line of devices.
May still end up giving in and buying a TF300 though!
Thanks all.
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I have a nexus S for my phone and definitely prefer the stock android experience and the very active development scene that goes with the Nexus line of devices.
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believe me, the TF300's Stock OS is as close to stock android as I've seen on a tablet for awhile, and if you're worried about it becoming outdated, this thing has top of the line specs and will last you for a good long while.
problem for you and me is there is always a better tablet coming in six months.. I bought the TF300 and like it so far. I love having the dock because I use pocket cloud remote desktop alot.
Unfortunalty I know I want a windows tablet when they become available and will prolly buy one too.. If you can wait then prolly when the one comes out you want now there will be a release for a new one and you will tell yourself, should I wait for THAT one?
Get the TF300 its nice.. If i wasnt using a dock though i would do the ipad. I like the screen format better for tablet use..
Just got home from work to find a check from the tax man for £430 so guess I'm gonna spend it on the TF300T then! Thanks everyone for your opinions.
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You can't go wrong with the tf300, I just got mine last week and I love it. My brother has the tf101 and the 300 blows it out of the water. My wife has the 7in galaxy tab 2 and it is a great tablet,some of the best speakers of any tablet I've seen, but I like the larger screen. Before I made the plunge to a larger tablet, I had a nook tablet that I heavily modified and put ics on it, a great affordable beginners device.
The 300 is such an awesome device, my only complaint is that I didn't get one sooner.
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Well I just ordered the tf300 so can't wait for it to arrive.
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Well I just ordered the tf300 so can't wait for it to arrive.
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Congrats!
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balrog558 said:
You can't go wrong with the tf300, I just got mine last week and I love it. My brother has the tf101 and the 300 blows it out of the water. My wife has the 7in galaxy tab 2 and it is a great tablet,some of the best speakers of any tablet I've seen, but I like the larger screen. Before I made the plunge to a larger tablet, I had a nook tablet that I heavily modified and put ics on it, a great affordable beginners device.
The 300 is such an awesome device, my only complaint is that I didn't get one sooner.
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Exact same, my beginners tab was a Nook Tablet which I put CM9 on. I just now have been transferring over to my TF300. Small world.
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$249 or $499
Its $250 more worth buying the Tf700?
Or Buy the Nexus7 Now enjoy it and see what the next big thing its..
Help me decide...
PS:Its seems like ASUS energy has shifted towards the Nexus7.
When its the TF700 is going to get the JellyBean Android 4.1?
dmoney94 said:
$249 or $499
Its $250 more worth buying the Tf700?
Or Buy the Nexus7 Now enjoy it and see what the next big thing its..
Help me decide...
PS:Its seems like ASUS energy has shifted towards the Nexus7.
When its the TF700 is going to get the JellyBean Android 4.1?
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No one can solve this dilemma but you. It's comparing apples to pears: the screen's resolution is different, the underlying hardware is to a large extent different, the available storage solutions are different, the charging keyboard dock (which I find great) is obviously a definite plus.
Resolution is one area where these two are comparable due to pixel density. Both are at the top of their respective size classes and will have very crisp, clear text. The Nexus 7 is pretty much a mini infinity minus the dock, hdmi and sd.
But the problem is you don't seem to know what you want. If your interest in the infinity is based on it being the 'it' tab, not on any particular feature, it probably isn't a good buy. Think about what you want to do with a tablet, and think about which tablet meets those criteria.
PS Asus is a massive company, perfectly capable of juggling many different product lines.
What the hell,
Just order TF700 from Amazon...3 to 4 weeks wait. Damn......................
I just ordered a TF700T about an hour ago on Newegg, it's shipping out tomorrow, should have it in 2 days.
They seem to be out of stock again though. Glad I was able to grab one because of Newegg's notifications!
damn bro im in the same situation especially with the asus hybrid tablet ultra books coming out later with windows 8 and dual booting into android. but i need a tablet now and especially in the fall for school. but for 199$ the nexus is so temping damn
Had the same issue myself and could not decide until i really thought about what i needed it for....just like the person said in a couple of posts above.
Since i really want it for business first (I'm in sales) i realized i really needed the bigger screen and the ability too add removable storage.
i went to my local TMobile store and checked out both screen sizes in other tablets and it seemed that the 7" was a little too small for me.
While, i don't need a camera (since i have one on my phone) it is nice that will be able to take photos of documents and sales orders and email them directly from the tablet.
So I agree, think about what your needs are, and go somewhere to check out the sizes if you are not sure.
However....that said, i bought my wife one instead of an Amazon kindle, and it shipped already, and i ordered it after my 700
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Only problem with the tf700 is the res is higher and the tegra 3 isn't powerful enough to run games as well at 1200p.... I'm waiting for a new cpu/gpu b4 I upgrade.... This TF300T is blazing fast and I'm running 4.1.1 with no problems.
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Admiral2145 said:
Only problem with the tf700 is the res is higher and the tegra 3 isn't powerful enough to run games as well at 1200p.... I'm waiting for a new cpu/gpu b4 I upgrade.... This TF300T is blazing fast and I'm running 4.1.1 with no problems.
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All the reviews out there say otherwise. There's a reason they went with a faster version of the Tegra 3.
When Jelly Bean arrives, the screen will be the last of the issues we will be concerned about. Asus just released both devices but you can be sure we will likely see jelly bean in the not so distant future seeing how long they likely had the source code
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Crizthakidd said:
damn bro im in the same situation especially with the asus hybrid tablet ultra books coming out later with windows 8 and dual booting into android. but i need a tablet now and especially in the fall for school. but for 199$ the nexus is so temping damn
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Asus never announced a tablet that dual-boots into Android. It was a full size All in One desktop computer, that thing could never be carried around as a tablet it's three times the size of the largest Android tablet...
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When Jelly Bean arrives, the screen will be the last of the issues we will be concerned about. Asus just released both devices but you can be sure we will likely see jelly bean in the not so distant future seeing how long they likely had the source code
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We will see Jelly Bean from someone soon. I think the CyanogenMod team might start developing CM10 for the Infinity, they just sent out a preview build of mostly everything running on the TF101 and TF201.
There were rumors before Jelly Bean came out that JB itself would be equipped (maybe parallels-esque) to dual boot windows for those manufacturers who wanted to put both on a system. Didn't pan out, though back then we though JB = 5.0. Maybe the real 5.0 will come ready to dual boot. But a number of Asus windows systems licensed bluestacks for android app emulation, perhaps that was what he was thinking of.
I am thinking about picking up a Nexus 7 for my son so he wont want to play games on my infinity. I still go back and forth between a 7 or a 10 inch tablet. Not being able to expand the memory on the Nexus 7 I think is a deal breaker for me.
My infinity TF700 should be here today..(UPS)
Why I,m i still thinking about buying the Nexus 7?
I believe that each tablet has different use cases. The Infinity allows for a little more productivity with the keyboard attachment as well as a incredible screen for viewing HD movies. The Nexus 7 lends itself to portability, reading (love reading Pocket on my Kindle Fire), and streaming content. To me the Infinity is better for me as I want productivity and all day battery life when I'm at school and/or work and the screen is going to be great for watching video on it.
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i own both nex7 and infinity they are both great, i use infinity for all my tegra 3 games since it has a much better screen imo and faster gpu, plus has longer battery life with the dock, but on the other hand i take my nex7 everywhere because of the size and with the tab talk app i rarely pull out my gnex i just do it all on the nex7, so i would say infinity if your at home alot or sitting at a desk often and the nex7 if your always on the go and need portability.
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i own both nex7 and infinity they are both great, i use infinity for all my tegra 3 games since it has a much better screen imo and faster gpu, plus has longer battery life with the dock, but on the other hand i take my nex7 everywhere because of the size and with the tab talk app i rarely pull out my gnex i just do it all on the nex7, so i would say infinity if your at home alot or sitting at a desk often and the nex7 if your always on the go and need portability.
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Well said. I intend to do the same with my N7 and TF700. Got the N7 yesterday and TF700 will be delivered today