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Hello, im looking for the best tablet i can get for about $400 ($500 if bestbuy has it for a decent price). I was thinking about getting this. I plan on watching movies on it and browsing the web. I'll prob never leave the house with it. Do you guys think this would be worth getting?
All the software is pretty much the same with the exception of the XOOM because it's on Android 3.2.
What it comes down to is the price and hardware.
Galaxy Tab: Slimness, Light, no MicroSD
Transformer: Cheap, IPS screen, dock (extended battery life, 2 USBs), microSd
Acer: 1 USB on the tablet itself, microSD
etc etc.... make your decision quick, -$100 coupon is available @ staples with some other retailers honoring their coupon as well.
zephiK said:
All the software is pretty much the same with the exception of the XOOM because it's on Android 3.2.
What it comes down to is the price and hardware.
Galaxy Tab: Slimness, Light, no MicroSD
Transformer: Cheap, IPS screen, dock (extended battery life, 2 USBs), microSd, hdmi
Acer: 1 USB on the tablet itself, microSD, hdmi
etc etc.... make your decision quick, -$100 coupon is available @ staples with some other retailers honoring their coupon as well.
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The Transformer and if I remember correctly the Acer both have hdmi too.
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Should i get the transformer or wait?
How do i use the -$100 coupon? thanks.
Here's my list of all the tablets I've owned and returned before sticking with the transformer-
-Toshiba thrive- dim screen compared to transformer, brick, lots of ports though, don't see it having a lot of support
-transformer- liked it but wanted to try some others
-galaxy tab- nice screen(transformers just as nice), thin/light, no ports or SD support(why samsung?), very soft plastic surrounding screen, got dinged/knicked with hardly any use(this is the one my wife decided to keep, wasn't for me though)
-xoom- screen isn't that bad, but transformer/gtab10.1 screen is noticeably better, brick(didn't bother me , just putting it out there as It's probably the heaviest), power button on back is sometimes annoying, immediate updates wasn't worth the trade for decrease in screen quality to me
Now I'm back to the transformer to stay. Its got the perfect balance of ports/size/looks/accessories to warrant me keeping it over the others. the fact that its the cheapest out of all of them is just an added bonus.
Alright, I decided to go with the transformer after reading reviews / looking in other sections. Does anyone know the cheapest place in the US to buy them?
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Alright, I decided to go with the transformer after reading reviews / looking in other sections. Does anyone know the cheapest place in the US to buy them?
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Try starting with the Staples coupon. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1177461 is the read. Try going through them. From what I've been told,
- Office depot will honor the coupon for Transformer ONLY if the nearby Staples have the Transformer in stock.
- Go to Staples and see if they have the Transformer
Newegg and Amazon have pretty good values for Transformer if you can't get a purchase with the Staples coupon.
@curti.nogg: Absolutely. I was just giving a list of features on the top of my head.
Only thing I dislike about the Transformer is the charger cable is really short but I have a USB3 M-F extender so that fixed it.
Thanks so much.
+1 to everyone
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Thanks so much.
+1 to everyone
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Good luck! Hope to see more posts from you in the future in the Transformer forums.
FYI...thought I would share if anyone is interested. http://www.groupon.com/deals/gg-toshiba-thrive-tablet-from-beach-camera
Is this tablet better than the transformer/xoom which is selling around $100 more?
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Is this tablet better than the transformer/xoom which is selling around $100 more?
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I love it, and and it has full size ports, usb, hdmi, and sdcard
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The Amazon gold box deal over the weekend was even better. 8GB for $250. I missed it. For $250 you can't go wrong.
I jumped in on the groupon and Im rooted. I was going to wait a bit longer to get the asus transformer and keyboard but I couldnt pass this up
Hello everybody,
Recently i have been looking at a load of tablets as I am interested in buying one soon. Now I al interested in the iPad 2, the Sony tablet s and the Asus transformer + WiFi.
I want to have a tablet to watch movies, play games, read books and make notes. And I just like the look and specs of this tablet as far as I could have seen and read.
I would like to know from you guys if there are things you dislike about the device or totally love. I have used the Sony tablet s and the ipad 2 but can't get my hands on this device. So Any feedback from you guys is welcome.
Regards
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I love it. But only thing that i dislike is the Frame around the glass. It makes some sound if you "bend" it and stuff.. But nothing else to complain and the Prize $ is just great..
Also one problem is light bleed that i only have in 1 corner and its small and i really cant see it but in dark and when im watching movie but i doesnt bother me anymore at all : P
And eaven tf101 only has 2 cores its amazing fast afted ICS : P
-This is just My opinion.....
I bought myself a Transformer Prime for Christmas. Returned it after the GPS and wifi problems, bought a Lenovo K1 at a deal. It was slow and buggy and Lenovo's arrogance was overwhelming, with support totally lacking, so I returned it. I bought a barely used mint Transformer TF101 32GB with keyboard, locally for $325. It has no light bleed or any other problems and I love it!
The Prime was my biggest disappointment. But the original Transformer has restored my faith in Asus!
Wow.. my story is pretty much exactly the same as thomslik's.. except I payed $350.. grrr..
Anyway, I'm loving my TF101 and, for me, the ICS update has been problem free.
I would NOT recommend getting the iPad 2, it's much more limited than Android tablets.. especially with the keyboard dock on the Transformer.
The transformer is great not a problem out of it. I was gonna get the ipad 3rd generation but I don't want a big ipod that's all it is.
I like it. Good screen and fast. I wouldn't pay more then 300 for it at this point tho.
Best device i have ever brought myself so far i have a tiny bit of light bleed but everything else is perfect.
Its fast and does all the things you want to use it for also very very customisable i use a custom launcher themes apps system and kernel all to my preference
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tweaked said:
I like it. Good screen and fast. I wouldn't pay more then 300 for it at this point tho.
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It still sells just about everywhere for 399 brand new. Why do you feel the price isn't justified now? Any reason besides having been out for a while? I think for what it offers compared to other tabs it has held its value quite well.
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It still sells just about everywhere for 399 brand new. Why do you feel the price isn't justified now? Any reason besides having been out for a while? I think for what it offers compared to other tabs it has held its value quite well.
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Because it will become outdated pretty soon. It's almost at the end of the one year cycle.
If anyone, living in the USA, buys a TF101 for $399 at this point, they have some terrible shopping skills. Refurbs are at $300 or lower. Even brand new 16GB ones are around $350.
I got mine "Used - Like new" from Amazon for like $240 a couple months ago.
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Because it will become outdated pretty soon. It's almost at the end of the one year cycle.
If anyone, living in the USA, buys a TF101 for $399 at this point, they have some terrible shopping skills. Refurbs are at $300 or lower. Even brand new 16GB ones are around $350.
I got mine "Used - Like new" from Amazon for like $240 a couple months ago.
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I bought mine on the 17th from Fry's as they price matched an online site that was selling it for $349 w/ free shipping. I will say this site (bhphotovideo.com) was the only site I could find that was that cheap and not a refurb. Every other one I found short of eBay, who I refuse to use, was right around $399.
And not to split hairs but to that point, $350>$300 which is what I was originally quoting. My point is old or not, if the product still currently sits well compared to what's out now, I think it's worth it.
I'm just trying to determine whether to hold onto mine at this point but that's for another discussion...
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I bought mine on the 17th from Fry's as they price matched an online site that was selling it for $349 w/ free shipping. I will say this site (bhphotovideo.com) was the only site I could find that was that cheap and not a refurb. Every other one I found short of eBay, who I refuse to use, was right around $399.
And not to split hairs but to that point, $350>$300 which is what I was originally quoting. My point is old or not, if the product still currently sits well compared to what's out now, I think it's worth it.
I'm just trying to determine whether to hold onto mine at this point but that's for another discussion...
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So you paid $350 + tax, which is around $380.
Not worth it in my opinion. You probably don't realize it now because you just got it and it feels new to you.
horndroid said:
So you paid $350 + tax, which is around $380.
Not worth it in my opinion. You probably don't realize it now because you just got it and it feels new to you.
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Yeah. My only other option it seemed right now was either a Galaxy Tab or iPad 2 and the latter option is really not a consideration, but it was within the price range.
I'm digging the unit but as you said, it's all new to me. I'd love to see something solid on the near horizon as it might convince me to return this and wait but so far it's all just rumors and speculation.
Acer's quad core tablet is on presale for $449.99
In 2-3 months you will see 7 inch quad cores for $250.
Android 5.0 coming out in Fall.
So it depends on how badly you want a tablet right now.
Thanks everybody, I just ordered the 101 version without 3g, it is 400 euro in holland. But for the same price you get the ipad 2 or the Sony tablet. So I think its worth the price.
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the iPad 2 is really nice but with the transformer you can install roms like nintendo 64, ps2, etc and play for hours on end. the whole stretch thing is pretty retarded with the iPad 2 and after a while really annoying.
I love both but if I could only have one it'd definitely be the transformer.
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Hi all, I am looking for Asus Transformer Pad in India. I am not sure if this was available yet, but I saw some Indian users in the section. So, I think it was available and can any one post some details here?
Thank you!
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I bought the new iPad 16gb+3g and I think it was worth for 36k and I already have One X, so I think it was a better tablet for me with a different OS.
Hi ...remember you from wp7 section of hd2 forums
Tf 300 Not launched in India..no estimated date too....got mine with a cousin from the US...bought at best buy..399 $ for tab and 149 $ for keyboard dock plus taxes...depending on the state in US..expect 8-9% tax...
You can save 50 $ if bought at microcenter store.
Great tab..it is not difficult to find a friend or relative who lives in US and is coming home next week
Well if you need tf201 (prime), it is available in India but is exorbitantly priced...rs 49,950 for tab plus dock ... if you get it from US, it will still be a 10k cheaper
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Hi ...remember you from wp7 section of hd2 forums
Tf 300 Not launched in India..no estimated date too....got mine with a cousin from the US...bought at best buy..399 $ for tab and 149 $ for keyboard dock plus taxes...depending on the state in US..expect 8-9% tax...
You can save 50 $ if bought at microcenter store.
Great tab..it is not difficult to find a friend or relative who lives in US and is coming home next week
Well if you need tf201 (prime), it is available in India but is exorbitantly priced...rs 49,950 for tab plus dock ... if you get it from US, it will still be a 10k cheaper
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Thanks for remembering me and thanks for the reply bro!
I don't have that choice, I don't have friends in US, but I have in Canada. But it wasn't yet released in Canada, even if it was released I have to pay some 20% extra in terms of tax. Checking with some dealers in Hyd and heard they have it, but need to confirm it.
hi dear, iam from hyderabad....i checked out with the asus dealers...none had it....if you get it, then pass over their details to me,... maybe i can get one for some friend or get some accessories
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hi dear, iam from hyderabad....i checked out with the asus dealers...none had it....if you get it, then pass over their details to me,... maybe i can get one for some friend or get some accessories
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Sure bro! I am going to get it tonight, need to see it directly whether it was from US or India. Price was 27k for 32gb only wifi. The dealer is saying that there is another 32gb version with 3g aswell. I am unaware of that.
Yes..it seems the tf300 TG (3G) model seems to have been released in some parts...well seems like 3000 rupees more for the tab, but then if you can't get it from US...that is OK.
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Is the TF300 worth buying? Planning to import a Tegra 3 tablet from US.
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Yes..it seems the tf300 TG (3G) model seems to have been released in some parts...well seems like 3000 rupees more for the tab, but then if you can't get it from US...that is OK.
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Today, I missed the chance to get one. Dealer said the stock isn't received, I don't have much details about that. I have to wait until morning. But, I am thinking about 16gb only wifi, cause it will cost me less. Any way it got a micro sd slot right? So I don't need to go for 32gb.
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Is the TF300 worth buying? Planning to import a Tegra 3 tablet from US.
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I think it was worth, cause it was cheap and best in hardware. How do u plan to import?
^^ My sister is coming home from USA in the second week of July. She will be getting it for me.
In any case, I am still not entirely decided which tablet to get. I have a budget of $800 and was planning on the Transformer Prime, but decided against it due the WiFi/GPS issues that it is plagued with. So considering the other Tegra 3 tablets namely the Transformer TF300 32GB + Dock, Acer Iconia A510 32GB and the Toshiba Excite 32GB
I think, among all the tablets TF300 is the best and cheapest.But I am not sure about build quality cause it was plasticy. Some one already using this one has to confirm
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May be you can wait for infinity...but then with dock...it will cost a little more
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Plastic is good...it helps in better wifi and GPS signals...textured back helps in good grip and no fingerprints ...some stupid fellows feel that the plastic flexes when you press hard...of course,else it would be brittle and break easily...the Tf 300 is amazing piece of hardware..
Also suggest to get the 32gb..costs only 20 $ more...the more memory the better especially when you want to play tetra 3 games ..good games take up around 500mb or more...still suggest getting also the dock...it is totally worth it for the extra battery, extra SD card, and full USB port..you can connect Ethernet adapter, mouse,Xbox or PS controllers, hard drives for your movies...and routine pen drives
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pakure said:
Plastic is good...it helps in better wifi and GPS signals...textured back helps in good grip and no fingerprints ...some stupid fellows feel that the plastic flexes when you press hard...of course,else it would be brittle and break easily...the Tf 300 is amazing piece of hardware..
Also suggest to get the 32gb..costs only 20 $ more...the more memory the better especially when you want to play tetra 3 games ..good games take up around 500mb or more...still suggest getting also the dock...it is totally worth it for the extra battery, extra SD card, and full USB port..you can connect Ethernet adapter, mouse,Xbox or PS controllers, hard drives for your movies...and routine pen drives
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Yeah, you are right. It seems more like a PC but in very portable and handy price. But in India with dock the device costs around 40k(28k + 11k). I am trying with my friend from UK. Thanks for your response bro!
I also use tf300.I am very happy with the performance.Only problem is sometimes it crashes.
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I also use tf300.I am very happy with the performance.Only problem is sometimes it crashes.
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update to latest firmware .29 if you haven't and then try these:
1. if you use chrome browser, uninstall it...use opera mobile or ics+ browser from market
if no use, then
2. try cold boot
still not happy?
3. last ...try hard reset
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Yeah, you are right. It seems more like a PC but in very portable and handy price. But in India with dock the device costs around 40k(28k + 11k). I am trying with my friend from UK. Thanks for your response bro!
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you are from bangalore...try some colleague or friend"s brother/sister in US...
i got mine 32gb with dock for total 33,000 rs (399 +149 + tax= 595 $)
Now I am currently living in Hyderabad. I checked with my friend in Canada, it's costing me 460$ just only for the tablet including the 15% tax in Canada. So, I decided to get it from local store. You said you are from Hyd right?
I think, I have to stop posting this kind of posts in the thread, cause some moderator will lock the thread otherwise.
^^ Where are you getting it locally? I am myself in Hyderabad and the only places online that that I seen the TF300 is on eBay.in for 40k+ price for pad + dock and that too the items would be shipping from US. Its really a sad price considering that the 64GB Transformer Prime + dock is available for 44~46k with Indian warranty
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^^ Where are you getting it locally? I am myself in Hyderabad and the only places online that that I seen the TF300 is on eBay.in for 40k+ price for pad + dock and that too the items would be shipping from US. Its really a sad price considering that the 64GB Transformer Prime + dock is available for 44~46k with Indian warranty
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Transformer Prime + Pad @ 46k? Can you give some link?
I saw the the price for just the Prime @ 46k
Check this link http://www.ebay.in/itm/ASUS-Transfo...Domain_203&hash=item460398c413#ht_3855wt_1335
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shree.cse said:
Transformer Prime + Pad @ 46k? Can you give some link?
I saw the the price for just the Prime @ 46k
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http://www.grabmore.in/products/886...201-c1-gr-10-1-inch-64gb-tablet-amethyst-gray
Is this tab a good deal for $279? Its the 16gb version norm price is $379. I just wanna make sure everything works well. Any problems with this tab? I have the Lenovo Ideapad K1 and the biggest problem I have with it, is its has horrible WiFi signal and I haven't seen any WiFi issues with this tab. But I did notice that this tab doesn't have gorilla glass. So I also want to make sure the glass doesn't get to scratched easily and that its sensitive enough.
Thanks, Dev
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Good luck actually getting one, but I think it sounds like a good deal. Remember this does have expandable memory, so really internal storage isn't a huge problem. I had the transformer prime for a while, loved it, but couldn't justify the expense so I returned it. This thing is the exact same device with a plastic back and slightly lower res screen If this sale is going on cyber Monday too I'm certainly snagging one.
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Is this tab a good deal for $279? Its the 16gb version norm price is $379. I just wanna make sure everything works well. Any problems with this tab? I have the Lenovo Ideapad K1 and the biggest problem I have with it, is its has horrible WiFi signal and I haven't seen any WiFi issues with this tab. But I did notice that this tab doesn't have gorilla glass. So I also want to make sure the glass doesn't get to scratched easily and that its sensitive enough.
Thanks, Dev
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Newegg has the 32gig for 299.99....
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It sounds like a good deal to me. I'd run with it. I have the 32 GB version, with another 32 GB micro SD card. I paid $297 for mine on the no tax weekend at Micro Center in St. Louis. These were on clearance. I've had 4 tablets already, the Acer Iconia 500, the iPad 2, the Galaxy Tab 2, and this one. I've enjoyed this one more than all the others.
Today, a boss of mine, that I see once a year, came in, and noticed he had an iPad with him. I really wanted to say to him, "So, you got a pretentious hunk of junk, huh?" But I figured that would hurt his feelings.
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Thanks guys for your input! I forgot to mention that I can order it online! So I think I might order one! I have plenty of external micro SD cards so storage space isn't a big deal for me.
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Thanks guys for your input! I forgot to mention that I can order it online! So I think I might order one! I have plenty of external micro SD cards so storage space isn't a big deal for me.
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When will it be available at that price online? Next Friday only or the following Monday? I wanna snatch one as well.
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When will it be available at that price online? Next Friday only or the following Monday? I wanna snatch one as well.
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I think the Thursday before but I can't remember. I'll have to check when I get home.
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Admiral2145 said:
Newegg has the 32gig for 299.99....
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And Office Depot's two day Black Friday sale is the same - - 32 gb for $299.99 http://www.2012blackfridayads.com/officedepot/
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Newegg has the 32gig for 299.99....
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New Egg has it up to 349.99, but Walmart has it a 319.99 right now. I am going to get Best Buy to price match and will pick it up in store today. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Asus-TF30...-Cream-Sandwich-Operating-System-Red/21104522
You can get the 32Gb version at Walmart for 319. You can't walk in the store and get it for that though. You have to pay for it online and then go get it. I just did that.
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You can get the 32Gb version at Walmart for 319. You can't walk in the store and get it for that though. You have to pay for it online and then go get it. I just did that.
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I got it by calling best buy customer support then picked up in store. Liking it so far for the most part other than some apps not being compatible.
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http://1saleaday.com/wireless/ has the 32GB TFT300 for $279.99, 4.99 S&H, plus no sales tax for most.
TigerDirect.com has the TF300T 16GB for $229.99. Can't beat that deal.
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TigerDirect.com has the TF300T 16GB for $229.99. Can't beat that deal.
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I couldn't find that price on tigerdirect.com. I saw it for 329.can you post the link where you saw if for 229?
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If you don't mind refurbished, the TF300 16GB and Keyboard dock together are $300 today on Woot.com.
http://www.woot.com/offers/asus-10-1-tablet-keyboard-dock
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I couldn't find that price on tigerdirect.com. I saw it for 329.can you post the link where you saw if for 229?
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Same here...sure would like the link so could pick it up at Bestbuy and not hassle with Black Friday crowds! Like the $299 OfficeDepot price for the 32GB but w/sd card don't think I need the add'l 16GB. Other than production apps that can't use SD storage, any major benefit for getting the 32Gb model?
Also (and new thread likely best, but...) this'll be my first tablet. Mostly for multimedia, browsing, e-books, & general game playing - considering Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 too. Though Galaxy might(?) have a better multimedia experience (not so much into the Galaxy's "extra" GUI), but TF300T seems to have better multimedia & overall performance. Am I losing much if any on graphics & sound in going for the better performance? Sorry, I know it's been discussed some elsewhere, but need some additional thoughts to help me know I'm not making the wrong choice!
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Same here...sure would like the link so could pick it up at Bestbuy and not hassle with Black Friday crowds! Like the $299 OfficeDepot price for the 32GB but w/sd card don't think I need the add'l 16GB. Other than production apps that can't use SD storage, any major benefit for getting the 32Gb model?
Also (and new thread likely best, but...) this'll be my first tablet. Mostly for multimedia, browsing, e-books, & general game playing - considering Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 too. Though Galaxy might(?) have a better multimedia experience (not so much into the Galaxy's "extra" GUI), but TF300T seems to have better multimedia & overall performance. Am I losing much if any on graphics & sound in going for the better performance? Sorry, I know it's been discussed some elsewhere, but need some additional thoughts to help me know I'm not making the wrong choice!
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My advice is to make sure you can return it just in case you're not happy with it. I/O issue plagues most of current Asus pads so in the end, lower price may not justify the frustration. Again you might be ok with it but just in case.
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aznmode said:
My advice is to make sure you can return it just in case you're not happy with it. I/O issue plagues most of current Asus pads so in the end, lower price may not justify the frustration. Again you might be ok with it but just in case.
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Good point - just checked with Office Depot and they do give 14 days to return it for a full refund. So that shouldn't be a problem...
As for the I/O issue, how prevalent is it? I did a quick search and did find some references. This has me greatly concerned and if it's that big problem of a problem, then about only alternative is the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1. But being a dual core, was worried it'd be noticeably slow in running apps, browsing/viewing multimedia, etc. Did like some aspects of the Galaxy, but was really leaning towards the TF300T.
Just came across one XDA thread from August discussing ASUS working on fixing this and the OTA 4.0.4 greatly helped the benchmarks. Is it possible a new kernel or update has corrected the issues at this point? Another in September mentioned using a custom ROM...I plan on rooting it, though just as with my EVO3D thought I'd stay with the stock rooted ROM. I'd figure this an option to help correct the problem if I do encounter it (and if necessary, run a different ROM)?
Lastly, how difficult is it to root?
Thanks much for the insights!!
Can you get the Black version only at BB? I would love to get that one but online for $279..
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Can you get the Black version only at BB? I would love to get that one but online for $279..
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I noticed on the Office Depot Black Friday ad that they have the TF300T 32Gb for $299.99 (advertised as blue so may not be the black you want). Some items are available for sale online tomorrow - Update: turns out have to go to the store on Friday morning to get this deal. I know it's an extra $20 and quite possibly blue, but still a good deal...
And yes, after reading more I feel less wary of the i/o issue. Some had encountered it, others not and seemed that OTA updates (possibly moving from ICS to Jelly Bean) helped. Plus rooting and running a custom ROM is another option or worst case, bring it back...
Looks like another round of learning regarding unlocking the bootloader and rooting. Was reading a bit about being able to do OTA updates if rooted (but not unlocked), and restoring root after. Seems to me on my EVO3D doing OTA's after unlocking & rooting weren't recommended, and that may be the case here too? I do have to go back and do more reading on these topics!