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Im looking to get a new tablet and im now stuck between the Xoom or the 10.1.
For the money im looking to spend i have the choice of either the wifi 32gb Xoom or the wifi 16gb 10.1.
NOW...
Im an old android user and have always keep an eye out for the latest kernels and roms.
One thing thats puching me away from the 10.1 is the fact that its 16gb with no possibility of expansion.
What are the benefits of getting the 10.1?
Has anyone tried both? Whats your views...
You should consider the Asus TF instead of the Xoom. Cheaper and better.
I actually returned my Xoom wi-fi last week and ordered the Galaxy Tab which arrived today. The Xoom 32GB is selling for the same $599 that the Galaxy is selling for so I don't know why you have to give up half the space? Software-wise I hardly see a difference but comfort-wise there is no comparison. I find typing is easier on the Galaxy since the tablet is so much thinner when I'm holding it my fingers reach more keys.
Also I like the screen more.
Downside to the Samsung is there is no built-in expansion. From my point of view that's not really a problem since any really large files will either be put on the Tab temporarily or when it's available I'll stream them. 32GB is really enough space as far as I'm concerned.
Just a few initial thoughts...
Ansextra said:
I actually returned my Xoom wi-fi last week and ordered the Galaxy Tab which arrived today. The Xoom 32GB is selling for the same $599 that the Galaxy is selling for so I don't know why you have to give up half the space?
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Looking around here in the UK the best deals are simply £430 for the Xoom 32gb and £440 for the GT 16gb.
Does the GT have a usb port? Can it be used for Mass Storage devices?
I love my 10.1
Here's a few things I consider
Pros:
Lighter
Thinner
Better screen
Snappier (IMO)
Battery
Cons:
Behind on apps/roms
Expansion
The weight was my deciding factor. The Xoom was just too damn heavy!
(I know its not by much...but still)
The xoom is heavier, more expensive, and has one of the worst screens found on an electronic device in the past 5 years.
droxid said:
I love my 10.1
Here's a few things I consider
Pros:
Lighter
Thinner
Better screen
Snappier (IMO)
Battery
Cons:
Behind on apps/roms
Expansion
The weight was my deciding factor. The Xoom was just too damn heavy!
(I know its not by much...but still)
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After trying both I realized it's not the weight it's the form factor. The GT is just easier to hold than the Xoom.
Returned XOOM for SGT 10.1:
1. Form factor has turned out to be a larger factor for me than I expected. The SGT just feels nice in your hands!
2. Weight, only a slight advantage to SGT 10.1 in reality for me. Both feel heavy after a while of unsupported usage.
3. Screen was my PRIMARY motivation for swapping. The XOOM really did feel dull and washed out. The SGT 10.1 is very vibrant in comparison - very very nice!
I've been comparing the SGT 10.1 with the Transformer for awhile now, and I'm not exactly sure which one to get :\ The Transformer has quite a few problems, whereas I haven't heard of some for the Tab. I just want to know which TABLET is better, no keyboards attached.
Obviously since I am posting on a SGT 10.1 thread, many will say Samsung. I have also posted on the Transformer to get better details.
Jardicel said:
I've been comparing the SGT 10.1 with the Transformer for awhile now, and I'm not exactly sure which one to get :\ The Transformer has quite a few problems, whereas I haven't heard of some for the Tab. I just want to know which TABLET is better, no keyboards attached.
Obviously since I am posting on a SGT 10.1 thread, many will say Samsung. I have also posted on the Transformer to get better details.
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For longevity and superior hardware, stick with SGT. Also the speakers and display on SGT is better than any current tablet in the market. Rest is up to you to decide which one you want to keep.
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Ive owned both and the transformer was a piece of junk in my opinion. Terrible build quality issues that went unaddressed (returned three times and still didn't have one that worked properly). The build quality is loads better on the galaxy tab, well worth the difference in price in my opinion.
I went through 5 Transformers because of light bleeding before giving up and purchasing a Galaxy Tab ($50 off...thanks Staples).
I still don't hate the Transformer. I think it would be a fantastic device if there weren't build quality issues.
I can say (as unbiased as I can) that the GT is better than the Transformer. The screen is noticeably better and the speakers are MUCH louder on my GT than any of the Transformers I had. The quality of the GT is much better and my GT has no light bleed whatsoever.
While it still annoys me that Samsung didn't put a microSD card slot on it, I think the other areas more than make up for this.
By the way, whoever at Samsung made the decision not to put a microSD slot on the GT should be fired. Such a small addition would have put the GT way out in front for best tablets IMHO. With no microSD card, its like they gave up just a few inches from the finish line.
Im with you on the sd card. But not a deal breaker for me
Sgt is so much better than the other tablets and you can always go to the store and compare them and yeah the sd card would have being a nice addittion
Light or heavy. That'a the question.
I owned the TF (well, 3 problematic ones) and currently own the GT (haven't looked back). Basically, if you're willing to put up with build quality issues (trust me, your TF WILL have something wrong with it), then you can even start comparing the two.
Bottom line is, if you already own a laptop/netbook, get the GT. The TF shines when docked, and even then, it falls short of the entry-level netbook (software issues).
I've had 2 TFs, one with power button sticking issues and other with microSD card reader issues.
Both returned and waiting for my tab to come soon.
TF was pretty dispointment as in quality control. What are the odds of getting bad ones back to back? (and the troubles I went through returning and getting new ones) I would think very hard before buying any ASUS products now and on.
I couldn't say much about the tab yet since I'm still waiting for it.
I have a transformer with no build issues. The asus is a little wider, a little thicker, and a little heavier than my SGT. But it runs the same apps just as well, and was $100 less than the SGT. Kind of like the iPad 1 to the SGT being an iPad2 in dimensions, yet the Asus has a better rear camera, microSD, and that great keyboard dock as an accessories.
I have both tablets and the only thing I like better about the transformer is the sd card. I got one of the better built transformers, with my only complaint being a small amount of light bleed in one corner, but I still do not trust the build quality of it in the long run. I returned a xoom (staples didn't have any galaxy tabs in stock at the time) to get the tab and plan to sell the transformer and rebuy another xoom before the staples $100 off deal ends. The xoom feels like it is a much higher quality piece of hardware, and I am willing to deal with the extra weight and slightly less vibrant screen for what I feel is a better built device.
So which one do you like better? Xoom or the SGT? Assuming the TF is out of the picture.
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So which one do you like better? Xoom or the SGT? Assuming the TF is out of the picture.
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Yeah same question. My brother is considering the xoom since i already have the SGT. SHould he?
I chose the GT after 3 exchanges on the Asus. The GT screen is just so much better than the xoom and I like that its thin and light Asus and xoom are pretty heavy.
I can't comment on ASUS vs SGT, but as for the Xoom vs SGT you really have to decide what you're going to be using the tablet for.
Xoom is going to give you 2x flash space for the same money, plus the device is expandable with an SD card, HDMI, and USB host plugs. And as others have mentioned, the Xoom is built like a tank compared to other tablets.
That being said, the screen on the SGT is amazing. Go to staples and compare, you'll see. The Xoom will look washed out, whereas the SGT will be bright and vibrant. The SGT is also super thin and light. If you plan on holding your tablet a lot, this is important.
I went with the SGT because I don't need the HDMI and USB ports. I also don't put much media on it because I stream everything, so the flash space and SD card are all but useless to me. And lastly, I've very careful with my devices. My phones have always gone naked and have never had a screen scratch, thus I choose light weight and thinness over stronger materials. The only selling point of the Xoom that was appealing to me over the SGT is the fact that it is the Nexus of the tablets and will see Android updates years before we do.
Bottom line? Xoom or SGT, you'll be happy either way
SGT
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A buddy of mine has had both and he said the Transformer was crap.
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I have the sgt and my broter has the xoom. I personaly like the sgt better because it is ligter, the speekers are better and the screen looks less washed out. Although with the xom you get much more space to put movies and music on.
I was considering both but after the stories I've heard about the Asus I was swayed with the SGT. The build quality issues on the Asus deterred me from getting that one wasn't going to risk having to go through 1+ devices to find the perfect one, saying that the SGT could prove to be the same, here's hoping there is nothing wrong with it when it arrives.
GTab 32GB $529.99 on eBay right now. Brand new! Just saw it under my daily deals. LOL You guys are lucky.
Link
Just curious to see what everyone is coming from.
I'm coming from a Galaxy Tab 10.1 wifi
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TF201 Prime with dead internal GPS out of box and shoddy Wifi/BT streaming performance.
I am coming from a B60 TF101, and fortunately managed to avoid most of the instability most users have had, because I got off of stock as soon as I got it, although it is definately less stable than other tablets I have used.
This will be my first tablet, actually
Wanted one for a while, didnt want to spend loads though
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This will be my first tablet, actually
Wanted one for a while, didnt want to spend loads though
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You won't be disappointed, best android tablet out there and for the price, why wouldn't you but, that was my reasoning.
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from ipad 2. never liked ios that much, but im sticking to iphone for now...
HP touchpad
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Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi 16gb
I sold it to a friend for $200 to get a Nexus 7
I had the Galaxy Tab 2 7" for about 2 months, It was a good little tab, but I absolutely hated the touch wiz interface and the fact that you could not stretch wallpapers to fit the entire screen, It was also laggy when browsing the home screens and it lacked power when running the hardcore games like nova 3. The nexus will be my first pure google device so I cant wait to see what android is like without sence/touchwize/moto.
iPad 2 and Acer Iconia A100. I still have the iPad and will use it from time to time but the iconia is now gone. I didn't mind the iconia but the viewing angles and battery life were downers for me. I also didn't find the brightness high enough.
Acer a500
I have a 10 inch acer a500 .. I love my Acer.. Not totally fond of the company with there slow updates and lack of communications. They have also spent more time to prevent development on the device that could have brought quicker updates with the wasted resources. . With all that i STILL LOVE IT FULL usb support sd card Full feature tablet with one draw back.. Will not fit in my purse and the a100 is ugly. So here i am. I think with a nexus device (thou hope ASUS DONT SCREW UP THIS DEVICE). Development will be strong. the size of the tablet i think is a very sweet spot . Whooweee will fit in my purse . did i forget to mention that.
I have a WD WIFI Hard drive. just hope it will work with this tab as well as it does with my acer. 256 gb but was expensive. I work at lowes home improvement I can leave it in my locker and have access to it even all over the store. on my Huawei cell phone.
HP Touchpad 32GB
I find it very sad to retire my webOS device. I always felt like webOS had huge potential... but the lack of software options has made it difficult to stick with. Also giving my 16GB HP Pre3 the boot.
Original Wi-Fi Xoom! :good:
This probably first main tablet... always tended to use my phone..
Just sold a cheap and cheerful chinese Ampe A10 (great little tablet surprisingly.. but build quality questionable) as me and other half have had Nexus 7 on preorder since 27th..
Other half always fancied the latest iPad, but we really couldnt justify cost with both having smart phones, two Pc's and a Mac in the house lol
The N7 offered great price and the many great reviews just sold us on it...
Galaxy Tab 10.1. I'm looking forward to a more portable tablet. I really did like the GT10.1, but it was a pain to lug around sometimes. Plus the lack of updates from Samsung was getting annoying. I'm hoping to get my N7 tomorrow and I'm going away on vacation on Thursday so I'm looking forward to trying it out.
+1 on this device replacing my Acer Iconia A-100 which has been my "daily" tablet for awhile now. Honestly it is a great 7" Tab and I have been running CM9 for months now with very few issues.
Other devices laying around that hardly ever get used (I prefer the 7" form factor):
Original Xoom (Ice Cream) .. Too Big
Original iPad (iOS 5) ... Still Too Big but manageable .. Not Android so pffff.
Viewsonic G-Tab (New in Box) ... LOL
Galaxy Tab GTP-1010 - (Gingerbread) ...Development is DEAD and HATE Sammy Devices
Nook Tablet (CM7) .... Just another toy. Hardware is lacking
galaxy tab 7+, good little tab but the lack of proper sources from Samsung is killing it. Although today I am having buyers remorse since they just got wifi working on CM9.
I came from a rooted CM7 Nook, and a number of android phones.
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galaxy tab 7+, good little tab but the lack of proper sources from Samsung is killing it. Although today I am having buyers remorse since they just got wifi working on CM9.
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I also had a Gtab 7+ 16gb wifi. Just got tired of the wait for updates on it. Was a good tablet other then that.
I had a Asus transformer pad tf300
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Look at this on eBay:
Acer ICONIA A100 TAB A Series 7" Android Tablet w/ 8GB Storage, 1GB RAM, WiFi
http://bit.ly/PZPg0K
Low resolution screen, last gen CPU, short battery life...
buy a Nexus 7
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Low resolution screen, last gen CPU, short battery life...
buy a Nexus 7
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Or get the new KF HD.
Honestly, refurbished. Buying somebody else's problems. Heck, it was only a $200+ tab to begin with. And, who knows what condition they are in?
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If you had a choice would you buy the Asus TF300T again?
Personally, I maybe about to switch to the Galaxy Note 10.1 as my Asus TF300T has been sent in for RMA due to banding (something inherent in 4.2, and not an issue it turns out). Anyway, I think I may have the chance to say 'if you can't fix it, I don't want it to my retailer (UK)'.
The things I like about the tablet are:
Fast updates
Smooth (at least some of the time)
The dock
It's creak free (mostly)
The things I dislike:
Very very slow internal storage makes the tablet lag
Creaking from the left bezel
Constant force close messages (improved a bit in 4.2, but still occasionally happening due to I/O issues)
Slow web browsing (improved partially since 4.2)
Edit: Just received my tablet back and it's in a worse condition. I'm now exchanging it with my retailer for a Note 10.1.
i wouldn't cause of the screen quality... i would probably go for a nexus 10
At the price I got mine at...yeah I would.
At the price I got mine (close to 400 euros, last summer), I wouldn't buy it again now. It's a good tablet, has been serving me very well, but technology has moved on and expectations have increased.
If I HAD to buy a tablet now, I would go for something cheaper, a nexus 7 would be okay or something at that price. Very similar to the TF300 in capabilities and much cheaper.
(btw, I use my tablet mostly for educational purposes... to read books, browser the web, youtube etc)
I am waiting for the next generation of tablets where 400 euros will buy me much more than the TF300 currently offers.
Yes, I would buy it again if it was at the same price I originally bought the 32gb tablet for $299 and the blue dock for $49.
I'm very happy with the TF300T. It does everything I need it to. The great Devs we have in the section are an added bonus.
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For me personally, I wouldn't buy it again because mine got give me a bit of issues when the touchscreen didn't work properly only after two weeks of having it before i teared the whole thing apart and fixed it which is still a bit wonky but i can cope with it.
But the device itself works very well but like what other have said, the technology with this tablet is a bit outdated compared to other tablet but the form factor of the tablet being able to transform to a netbook is what made me buy it.
If anything I might go with the tf700 as my next tablet or a future generation of the transformer series
I upgraded to the tf300t from a tf100 and I'm really happy with it. I don't like Android on tablets in general, I use Ubuntu mostly as it brings out the full potential, and makes it more of a netbook.
Build quailty isn't great mine scratches really easy being a white model and compared to my tf101 doesn't feel as sturdy. I previously had a samsung windows 8 hybrid tablet that cost waay more than the tf300t and the built quailty was terrible and the Intel atom processor was nothing on the performance of the tegra 3 not to mention the gpu on the tegra is about 5 times faster. I beleive the tf300 is well worth the price.
Although id proberly buy the tf700 if I had another chance.
Hmmm... Is this question asking "if you were to walk into a store today, would you buy the TF300T?" or more like "If you could go back in time, would you still buy it?"
I bought mine right after it launched. My only other real choices were the TF201, the Acer A500 (I think that was the model number; might have been the A510 or something), a Samsung Tab 2, or wait several months for the TF700. If I were to go back to that point in time, I would probably still buy it as it was the best option available.
If I were shopping for a tablet today, I would pass up the TF300T and get a Nexus 10. That's a no-brainer to me. It costs the same as I paid for my TF300T with a way better screen and dev community (not that our dev community isn't great, but let's face it; the TF300T isn't a Nexus).
No I like it but I keep running into random lag issues for no real reason just flipping through the screens it some times lock up for a second. I also don't like the size of it I can't carry it around with me. Its even large for a 10. Inch tablet I got a 10 tablet case and it wouldn't fit. I wanted to get the galaxy tab 7.7 but felt that was extreamly over priced. If I were to buy a tablet now I would either get the note 8.0 or maybe Ipad mini even though I don't really like ios but size is more important to me.
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No I like it but I keep running into random lag issues for no real reason just flipping through the screens it some times lock up for a second. I also don't like the size of it I can't carry it around with me. Its even large for a 10. Inch tablet I got a 10 tablet case and it wouldn't fit. I wanted to get the galaxy tab 7.7 but felt that was extreamly over priced. If I were to buy a tablet now I would either get the note 8.0 or maybe Ipad mini even though I don't really like ios but size is more important to me.
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I got a tab 2 I'd trade ya
i wouldn't, keyboard is more novelty then useful for me and the tab is a bit too big for the task i use it for, i would just get a nexus 7...or something in that market
maybe if i didn't have a newer laptop and the tf300t was my main laptop then i would be singing a different tune...
I certainly wouldn't. A couple of days after creating this thread my tablet came back in a worse condition. I'm now about to exchange it for a Note 10.1
I wouldn't because I'm completly disappointed with a Tegra 3 CPU, with TF300 screen and battery. It's more likely that my next tablet will be iPad Mini or something really worthy on Android.
But I can't say this tablet is bad. It's okay but there are still some issues I really don't want to face again.
never ever asus again now switch samsung tab
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If I was to buy one today, I voted no. Back when I bought it for the price I got it for, yes. It was the best option for $280 when I bought it during the boxing week sale as no other comparable tablet was within a hundred bucks in my area.
I bought a Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 on friday, and can with hand on heart tell that i would never buy another Asus pad again, i have had both the Tf201, and Tf300, and they are slow in everything, compared my new Samsung
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I bought a Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 on friday, and can with hand on heart tell that i would never buy another Asus pad again, i have had both the Tf201, and Tf300, and they are slow in everything, compared my new Samsung
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Agreed :good:
I'm very happy with my TF300T with CM10.1. Traded it for an Ipad. It was the best trade IMO.
Maybe I never had a Samsung so I don't notice the lag. The creaking from the left bezel is the only thing that annoys me.
Maybe it's just me but ... running the Tablet with CROMI 4.2.1 (4.5) with Hunds Kernel at 1.6 ghz...
For 250 $ (refurb) ... It's running flawlessly and it's fast.
Very pleased with it.
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I wouldn't because I'm completly disappointed with a Tegra 3 CPU, with TF300 screen and battery.
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Could you describe in a little more detail why you are completely disappointed in these three areas?
Tegra 3: Not the fastest but it's a pretty decent processor. Certainly not of the slower ones out there. I think the TF300T is having some performance issues due to its sloooow internal storage (the I/O issue). Where does the Tegra 3 disappoint you?
TF300 screen: I had the chance to check out a Samsung Note 10.1. The screen looked 'better' in the sense of more color saturation and less distance between the display and the surface (not that the TF300 is bad at this). But it wasn't a huge difference. What I wish was better on the TF300, is the glass. It's not very scratch resistant. Why are you completely disappointed in the TF300 screen?
battery: I think the TF300 has a pretty standard/expected battery life. Not outstanding but not too short either. I personally charge once per day or every couple of days. Are there tablets out there with substantially better battery life? The reviews I've seen do not point to such conclusion. (Perhaps you would get an extra hour or two at best?)