Tablet Explosion: Latest Slates Reviewed

January 25th, 2011 by LAPTOP Editors  

Welcome to the tablet era. Thanks to a revolution started by the iPad, tablet sales are expected to nearly triple this year. Why all the fuss? Tablets power on instantly, provide access to the full web, and last nearly all day on a charge. Plus, you can run all sorts of apps that entertain and boost productivity.

Right now Apple has a huge head start in the tablet wars, with at least 75 percent market share. But Google is gaining fast with a slew of Android-powered devices. Meanwhile, Microsoft promises to fight back with slates and convertible designs that put a unique spin on Windows 7.

To help you pick the right tablet for you, we’ve poked and prodded the latest iPad alternatives. Find out which ones are worth a second look and which ones you should ignore.


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2 Responses to “Tablet Explosion: Latest Slates Reviewed”

  1. Norman Buffong Says:
    January 30th, 2011 at 11:53 pm

    Thanks for your instructive and intelligent review of slate PC alternatives to the iPad. My money is on Samsung’s Galaxy Tab as being the most worthy iPad competititor so far. I’m eagerly awaiting the launch of Galaxy tab 2, Motorola’s Xoom, and the BlackBerry PlayBook and your reviews, before taking out my wallet.

    I’m wishing you can engage one or more tech-savvy freelance correspondent in Canada to offer smart reviews of tablets and other mobile devices for the benefit of us Canadian residents. Do keep up your excellent reporting!

  2. mike Says:
    February 9th, 2011 at 3:33 pm

    yes, 4 g tablets

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