v8kid
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 02:43 PM |
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iPad cheaper alternative?
I was going to buy an iPad mainly to use reading books when lounging around (as one does) but am not familiar with Apple software even though I use
and love my iPhone. Really I like windows stuff 'cos I spent years getting familiar with it.
What is the best 10" or so wireless (not 3g) tablet I can get for two or three hundred or so? Also is it east to add/change memory on them?
(i.e. should I buy one with the largest memory?)
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ashg
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 03:11 PM |
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jossey
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 03:33 PM |
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wiipad
http://www.wiipad.us/
10.2 inch.
Thanks
David Johnson
Building my tiger avon slowly but surely.
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hughpinder
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 03:42 PM |
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The ipad uses iOS - the same os as your iphone, not the apple desktop/laptop os OSX so it'll be pretty familiar. The latest ipad2 has just come
out in the states - will be in the uk in acouple of weeks, so you may get an 'ipad1' at a reasonable price if you look around.
Review of the ipad2 is on this link - compares some variables like battery life with the xoom/galaxy tab/dell streak etc
http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/09/ipad-2-review/
Regards
Hugh
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MikeFellows
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 03:47 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by jossey
wiipad
http://www.wiipad.us/
10.2 inch.
utter rubbish
underpowered and poor support for updated android versions.
same as the epad
stick with a decent manufacturer htc, samsung etc..
but then you'll find they are similarly priced to the ipad.
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rayward
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 03:49 PM |
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dont; touch the cheapo android ones, youll just be dissapointed.
makro are doing the ipad 16gb wifi version for £249 +vat at the moment, got one last weekend,brilliant
hth
Ray
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RazMan
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 04:06 PM |
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I like the idea of an ipad for mapping my engine but all of my software is Windows based - does anyone know if it will run on an emulator or
something?
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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David Jenkins
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 04:22 PM |
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If your main use is going to be reading books, why not get a Kindle? They start at £111 and are very good at what they do, easy to use and light.
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hughpinder
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| posted on 16/3/11 at 04:46 PM |
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v8kid - i think your latest avatar may be slightly large!
Regards
Hugh
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v8kid
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| posted on 17/3/11 at 09:46 AM |
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Thanks for all the replies chaps it is much appreciated. I think in reflection that in these markets you do get what you are paying for.
It seems a waste to buy a Kindle as that's all it does and for another hundred or so I can get more functionality.
My only reservation with the iPad is it is not fully compatible with other pc stuff - not a prob with a phone but with a bigger screen I expect more.
Otherwise its perfect
I'll check out HTC Samsung as suggested buy really do not know what to look for!
Cheers!
P.S. I was changing avatar and using URL address until I twigged it wanted the img data - the air was blue with frustration!
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