I want to buy a tablet pc. So plz suggest me which should i buy (around Rs. 35000). And can u guys tell me which is better Dell Venue 8 pro or Lenovo thinkpad tablet 2?
How much does the lenovo thinkpad 2 cost in INR?
The tp2 currently available in India as per Lenovo website seems to be the second Gen atom not the current baytrail.
If you want stylus support then the choice seems to be tp2, dvp8 and Acer iconia ones and Asus t1000.
Of these only the dell has latest baytrail rest all have second Gen atoms.
Asus vivotab would be nice but not launched officially in India yet.
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So dell venue 8 pro (quad core & only 8 inch, easy to use by one hand) will be best, right?
And what about hp omni 10?
The up omni seems to lack any stylus ...if you are okay with that and the ten inch screen the that is certainly an option.
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Can I run odin (without keyboard & mouse) in these tablets?
And one more question, can i use usb modem or broadband connection to browse internet ( i have not wifi) on venue 8 pro?
Don't know about Odin but desktop applications should run but not sure how comfortably without keyboard and mouse
USB modems with sim cards should work with a micro usb to usb OTG cable
Am planning to get one of these by next week can test things out for you and let you know if you can wait a while
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Ok. But i think acer iconia w4 will be better than dell venue 8 pro bcoz the w4 has a micro hdmi port and also it supports external hard drive via usb.
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also it supports external hard drive via usb.
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Actually both do and do not simultaneously. Both devices support full USB communications, there is no limitation on whether they are compatible with 3g modems, game controllers, sound devices, hard drives etc besides drivers and one major thing that both devices fail on. Power. Neither device can supply more than 100mA of current, most hard drives need nearly 500.
Ok. Thx guys. So I decide to buy the dell venue 8 pro.
i like the asus t100
But asus t100 has not rear camera(only 1.2mp webcam), native stylus and it is also not usable by one hand....
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I'm torn right now any thoughts? I like full usb of iconia and the screen of the transformer. The plastic case on the asus worries me but I hear its fine and sturdy...
Thanks
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There's a couple-page thread comparing the two a page back in the forum
In general, ASUS has slightly better screen (but possibly a higher incidence of light bleed from backlight), better accessories, faster updates and an unlocked bootloader, while Acer has the on-board USB host (ASUS requires the dock), LED flash for rear camera, better sound (incl. Dolby) and better build quality.
It's amazing how post-purchase critical the USB host has become to me, causing a serious /boggle when I saw that the otherwise /drool Samsung Galaxy 10.1 has no USB host port (along with no memory card) ... had to give up something for the smaller size but I think those're going to be painful differentiators
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... when I saw that the otherwise /drool Samsung Galaxy 10.1 has no USB host port (along with no memory card) ...
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To me, the reported lack of a memory card on the Samsung is the larger issue (though I have used the Acer USB port to connect a keyboard and a flash drive). I wouldn't buy a tablet without a memory card slot.
yeah, the presence of a full-size SD card slot (vs micro) plus TWO USB slots on the upcoming Toshiba is making me feel better about their pricing.
I recently sold my Transformer + Dock and got an Acer Iconia A500, mainly because of the build quality and the fact that the dock just wasn't for me. Anyways, received my Iconia A500 today and damn, I love it, its just way better for my needs (mostly for games) I love how it has the haptic(force feedback) its great for games, how come no one mentioned the Acer has this while the Asus does not? Speakers on the Acer is also light years ahead of the Asus. Great tablet, I just hope they unlock the bootloader.
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I recently sold my Transformer + Dock and got an Acer Iconia A500, mainly because of the build quality and the fact that the dock just wasn't for me. Anyways, received my Iconia A500 today and damn, I love it, its just way better for my needs (mostly for games) I love how it has the haptic(force feedback) its great for games, how come no one mentioned the Acer has this while the Asus does not? Speakers on the Acer is also light years ahead of the Asus. Great tablet, I just hope they unlock the bootloader.
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Well now I'm even MORE happy with my purchase. I wasn't aware that the Asus had no haptic feedback.
Thanks guys I'm going 2 be picking an acer up tomorrow hopefully, any suggestions for the first things I should do to make the tablet run its best?
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Ehmmm full battery charge?
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garbagecanman said:
Thanks guys I'm going 2 be picking an acer up tomorrow hopefully, any suggestions for the first things I should do to make the tablet run its best?
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Yes, do a full battery charge when you get it, before use, allow about 4 hours 'til the light goes off, then another 1/2 hour.
Use the tablet, let the battery go down to about 10% or so, then full charge + 1/2 hour again.
You should be right for a good 5-8 hours use now.
I have some trouble deciding between the Dell Venue 8 Pro 64Gb and Toshiba Encore, which one would you choose?
Dell Venue 8 Pro 64gb:
http://www.dell.com/us/p/dell-venue-8-pro/pd
Black friday / Cyber monday sale at 329$.Which ends up at around 460$ when shipped to swedfen
- No HDMI out (which means no chargning and output to a monitor at the same time)
+ Lighter
+ Thinner
+ More accessories
Toshiba Encore
http://www.toshiba.com/us/tablets/encore/8?src=MAKP&cm_mmc=TAI-_-Home-_-TopNav-_-TabletEncore
Available in sweden, around 380$
- Only 32gb
+ Hdmi out
+ GPS
- Thicker
- Heavier
- Logo in wrong direction when using in portrait mode
Primarly I will use it surfing the web, watching hulu (in web browser) outputing to apple tv via AirParrot, as well as some Visual Studio and surfing when hooking it up to a monitor. But I will also use it as a Kindle-reader when reading in bed, so the weight is somewhat important.
If the Dell is more expensive then I'd say get the Toshiba. I have one, its a bit bulkier than the Dell but it has HDMI, windows button in normal location, battery is a bit larger.
The size of the Toshiba isn't something that bothers you? I am a bit worried of that myself. I have a Nexus 7 (2013) and an iPad Air and you get used to the thin form factor
32gb is the biggest problem with it though, that can't be room for much applications? I need to have space for Visual Studio at least as well as some metro apps.
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The size of the Toshiba isn't something that bothers you? I am a bit worried of that myself. I have a Nexus 7 (2013) and an iPad Air and you get used to the thin form factor
32gb is the biggest problem with it though, that can't be room for much applications? I need to have space for Visual Studio at least as well as some metro apps.
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Its only 0.07" thicker than the Dell but is a bit heavier. Go with the Dell if thats an issue for you. My old tablet was a bulky HP Touchpad so anything else feels lighter. If you are going to install a lot of programs go for a 64Gb one. I have a microSD that I can install stuff to but r/w speeds will be better with the internal drive. Also metro apps will only go on the C drive.
Anything that costs that much for shipping is not worth it
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Hi, I'm pretty new with windows 8 and especially new with the windows tablets. But I was thinking about going back to school and getting a tablet/laptop and thought about the Acer Ultrabook Aspire tablet with keyboard. But I didn't know how well the product performed and I'm a little bit concerned about windows 8 since I hate it on laptops and PCs but thought that a touchscreen would make it a bit less cumbersome. I'm more use to windows 7 and android OS.
Thanks!
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Hi, I'm pretty new with windows 8 and especially new with the windows tablets. But I was thinking about going back to school and getting a tablet/laptop and thought about the Acer Ultrabook Aspire tablet with keyboard. But I didn't know how well the product performed and I'm a little bit concerned about windows 8 since I hate it on laptops and PCs but thought that a touchscreen would make it a bit less cumbersome. I'm more use to windows 7 and android OS.
Thanks!
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I personally think you would be better off with a tablet with detachable keyboard - easier to work with it on your lap, you can set the screen to any angle you want, and you get an additional battery.
There is already a Bay Trail tablet with Windows 8.1 preinstalled out (the Asus T100), and there will be many more coming out shortly. But detachable keyboard is the way to go IMHO.
Check out the Dell Venue 11 Pro with the keyboard dock.
Thanks! I like the looks and price of the T100 compared to what I originally asked about. Wish there was more USB ports but there are ways around that
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And... any plans for a windows 8 app for xda?
I would like one as well. These tabs are capable of so much that this is now my sole computer for school work. Audio is super loud, no beats hack needed and it can run ccleaner. How could you guys NOT be on board?
I will request this as well. I just got my Venue 8 Pro and all I can say is WOW! it beats any of my Android tablets hands down. It has become my go to tablet for everything. I'm even starting to like Windows 8.1 I just wish I could install apps to the SD card. Hopefully someone will fix that...
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I will request this as well. I just got my Venue 8 Pro and all I can say is WOW! it beats any of my Android tablets hands down. It has become my go to tablet for everything. I'm even starting to like Windows 8.1 I just wish I could install apps to the SD card. Hopefully someone will fix that...
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I also have one, great tablet, I would like to see this too..........
I just got one yesterday and I mostly love it but with a few issues:
1. Using the USB port as a charge and device connector through USB OTG. Basically this means you can't use a device AND charge at the same time. No way to make a dock either. The should have at least put pogo pins on the outside of the case or put a Qi charger panel on the battery... Oh.. side complaint: 2A charger needed. So while it uses a USB cable, few PCs will have the chops to charge this thing. Then again, same for my Samsung Note 10.1 and the Apple iPad series.
2. No mini-HDMI, MHL or SlimPort support. You can hang a USB video card on it, but then you can't charge it and those things suck power. So we're talking powered USB hub... Miracast really doesn't cut it. Nothing supports it and external Miracast dongles are not cheap.
3. No GPS. I know this isn't standard on Windows devices, but it's very common on Android devices. Mind you - you should be able to use your phone to provide GPS data (ot to mention internet connections) over Bluetooth, so that's not as bad as it might seem.
4. Screen resolution. Ok - I'm actually of mixed minds on this - I'd like 1920x1200 - but even at 1280x800 the text seems small when you're in desktop mode...
5. Stereo speakers would be nice - but yeah, the one they include is LOUD.
6. 4GB RAM option would have been nice too.
None of these are killers - although 1 comes close. Still, the ability to run Visual Studio and do development on a tablet I can keep in my jacket pocket is really amazing... and even more amazing at $350.
It's not without compromises sure but it is one hell of an amazing tablet I No longer have a pc or laptop, I bought the official Keyboard and a cheap bluetooth mouse and I can work on it as well as play on it
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Charge + USB option.
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I just got one yesterday and I mostly love it but with a few issues:
1. Using the USB port as a charge and device connector through USB OTG. Basically this means you can't use a device AND charge at the same time. No way to make a dock either. The should have at least put pogo pins on the outside of the case or put a Qi charger panel on the battery... Oh.. side complaint: 2A charger needed. So while it uses a USB cable, few PCs will have the chops to charge this thing. Then again, same for my Samsung Note 10.1 and the Apple iPad series.
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Try this: http://www.toddklindt.com/ChargeDV8
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I would like one as well. These tabs are capable of so much that this is now my sole computer for school work. Audio is super loud, no beats hack needed and it can run ccleaner. How could you guys NOT be on board?
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Hay just got a Dell Venue 8 Pro 64gig yesterday how do I make a bootable backup of the recovery image to a USB stick so I can have more space on my Tablet thanks
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Hay just got a Dell Venue 8 Pro 64gig yesterday how do I make a bootable backup of the recovery image to a USB stick so I can have more space on my Tablet thanks
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Just got my Dell Venue Pro 8
I just got my Dell Venue Pro 8 and I was so surprised. Wow. I have also an iPad Air and Nexus 7 2013, but this tablet is going to be my favorite for a long time I think. Able to install Spotify, CCleaner, and was surprise by the quality of the windows 8 apps. For ex: FB, Twitter, Foursquare, but also Nook (as epub reader), FitBit, Netflix, OneNote, etc. Excellent surprise.
i am using it as a pc in my studio during the week.
great for surfing, youtube, office work, etc
i am totally happy with it :cyclops:
I love mine as well. If you're thinking of getting one don't hesitate.
On April 8, 2014, support and updates for Windows XP will no longer be available.
I would like to buy a latest win8 tablet instead of upgrade.
Now that i found a lot cheap here Mod Edit: Links removed, no idea for win8 tablet (used to be XP), please help.
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On April 8, 2014, support and updates for Windows XP will no longer be available.
I would like to buy a latest win8 tablet instead of upgrade.
Now that i found a lot cheap here Mod Edit: Links removed no idea for win8 tablet (used to be XP), please help.
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I would highly recommend a trusted brand, Asus or Dell etc, therefore id recommend either the Dell venue pro(http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Venue-Pro-Tablet-Windows/dp/B00FEE7B1I)
or
The Asus t100ta, http://www.amazon.com/Transformer-T...UTF8&qid=1396749319&sr=1-1&keywords=asus+t100
Thanks, I prefer Dell and i do not want a laptop. But the screen size is not enough for me, do u have other recommendations?
PS: I hope the price should not be high or it will exceed my budget.
Dell Venue 8 Pro, i have one and they are great for the price.
Saw this review of the Acer Iconia w3:
http://www.channelpronetwork.com/re...ginal-8-inch-windows-tablet-still-stands-tall
I'd say it would depend on what features your looking for: 10" screen vs 8", HDMI out, Dedicated USB port, Wacom Digitizer, 1080 screen resolution.
That's really the main differences on the tablets right now as most the cheaper ones feature almost the exact same atom processor and 2 GB ram.
My Opinion: (These exclude the more expensive Core based tablets)
Best for Price - Dell Venue 8 Pro
Best for Productivity - Asus Transformer Book and Keyboard Dock
Others:
Lenovo Thinkpad 8 - Gives you a 1080 screen and a HDMI port
Asus VivoTab Note 8 - Wacom Digitizer
U can find some great features in Dell, test and hope u like it!
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Saw this review of the Acer Iconia w3:
http://www.channelpronetwork.com/re...ginal-8-inch-windows-tablet-still-stands-tall
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I heard the screen on that has really bad colors