Tablet Computers, which one and why?

**Chairman Mao** · 10-11-2012, 08:26 PM

I took a quick look while in Tesco today.

They had one for 2,800b, think it was 1.3 or 1.8m pixels. And one for something like 3,700b with 2m pixels, Android 4, USB and (mini?) SD Card slot along the side.

Surprisingly cheap.

Despite starting this thread I actually have less need for one now than before. Current need for one is Zilch. Plus I think people look like twat wannabes with them.

**astasinim** · 10-11-2012, 08:41 PM

Originally Posted by jizzybloke

Originally Posted by baldrick

Originally Posted by jizzybloke

I'm trying an Asus Nexus 7 at the moment, got It today but it seems pretty good so far.

but no microSD slot ?

No and that is a bit annoying but other than that it's pretty good, not used it a lot but that'll change soon.

How you getting along with the nexus? Im thinking of getting a 7" pad, and can`t decide whether to go with the nexus, or Samsung tab2.

Originally Posted by Anatidaephobia

Originally Posted by Dillinger

^ They are a fraction of the price of an iPad

So is anything that's half the size at 7". If Apple releases a 7" iPad, it will also be priced at a fraction of the price of the 9/7" sibling, and it will probably demolish whatever is left of the 7" Android tablet market (speculating here, but not difficult to assume so).

Depending on where you read, the Ipad mini is no better than the two I mentioned above, and costs a whole lot more. So unless your an Aplle fan, then there's really no need to get one.

**English Noodles** · 10-11-2012, 08:45 PM

Galaxy Tab 10.1 every time.

**astasinim** · 10-11-2012, 08:48 PM

I considered the galaxy 10.1, but want something a bit smaller and portable. I thinking a 10.1 would make a great alternative to small lap top.

**English Noodles** · 10-11-2012, 08:56 PM

I got the Galaxy SII for on the run, and the Galaxy Tab 10.1 for pissing about surfing the web etc. I now use my company laptop for work only. Personal laptop has been sat in the cupboard unused for ages.

**Anatidaephobia** · 11-11-2012, 02:38 AM

Originally Posted by astasinim

Depending on where you read, the Ipad mini is no better than the two I mentioned above, and costs a whole lot more. So unless your an Aplle fan, then there's really no need to get one.

Unless you actually need to get stuff done, of course.

**astasinim** · 11-11-2012, 03:08 AM

Then I would use a PC or Mac for anything that requires any length of time.

**English Noodles** · 11-11-2012, 04:06 AM

^too right. the smart phones and tabs are basicaly for a bit of fun. i would never consider trying to conduct any business using either.

**Anatidaephobia** · 11-11-2012, 05:05 AM

^ and that's exactly how some people see it.... and others get work done.

**Chairman Mao** · 11-01-2013, 12:13 PM

Forgot about this. Might actually buy one now.

I want a screen bigger than 7". 8 or 9 would be good I think. 10" is a bit too big to be comfortably carrying around I think.

Say about 10k baht.

I won't need it for anything professional. My main use would be as an E-Reader, 8/9 inch seems good for this. 10 inch, not so useful. And video calls via skype.

Any current recommendations?

I presume at that price the good makes are only 7", and the unknown makes are cheaper and well, unknown. Any good makes ringing in around that price for an 8 or 9 inch?

Suppose dual core is the minimum you really want now.

**Butterfly** · 11-01-2013, 12:17 PM

I saw something from ACER around those prices, I think it was 11,000 THB

**Chairman Mao** · 11-01-2013, 01:54 PM

Will look around for it cheers. Unfortunately as expected the reputable brands only seem to make either 7" or 10".

Galaxy Tab 8.9 looks good good but don't think it's officially sold in Thailand.

**superman** · 11-01-2013, 02:05 PM

I have ASUS EeePad TF101. It's 10.1 inch and does for me because of my hand size. A 7 inch is too fiddly. Whilst I'm still on. Can anyone recommend 'Stylus Pens'?

**Chairman Mao** · 11-01-2013, 02:17 PM

Looks like we've got a winner.

http://www.smartmobile.co.th/spec.asp?ProductID=38531

9,990 บาท อัพเดทราคาล่าสุดเมื่อ 5/1/2556

Price updated 6 days ago.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9
ระบบปฏิบัติการ Androids OS 4.0 ICS
หน้าจอขนาด 8.9 นิ้ว ความละเอียด 1280 x 800 pixels
ซีพียู Cortex - A9 dual-core processor ความเร็ว 1.0GHz
กล้องด้านหลัง 3.0 ล้านพิกเซล พร้อมกล้องหน้าขนาด 2 ล้านพิกเซล
บันทึกวิดีโอแบบ 720p HD / เล่น Video Full HD 1080p
ระบบ 3G HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 MHz
รองรับ Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth v 2.1+EDR

**Butterfly** · 11-01-2013, 04:00 PM

nice, good catch

**Dillinger** · 11-01-2013, 05:10 PM

I saw the 7"galaxy tab 2 in tesco lotus the other week for less than 9000.

They were 12900 before. I paid 15900 for the gt 7.0 plus last march before the nipper used it az a boat in her paddling pool

They have dropped the specs inside them though to compete with the likes of Nexus.

**Chairman Mao** · 11-01-2013, 07:42 PM

^ I presume she had to sit in that paddling pool for a number of days until she understood just what she did.

Originally Posted by Butterfly

nice, good catch

Haven't got it yet.

Will call 'em in the morning. Got a sneaking feeling that they didn't have a large stock and they sold out quickly, they then leave their promo info around for people to stumble on and make themselves look good.

Unfortunately in this size range it seems to be either this, which seems to be only sold through this one retail company, or the smaller iPad 2 mini, which is only 7.9" and 0.5GB. Rather the Galaxy 8.9.

**English Noodles** · 12-01-2013, 09:29 AM

Jesus, 8 months for Mao to save up 10K of his TEFLing money to buy a tablet. Poor fucker.

Or is it his 'Christmas money' from mommy?

**Chairman Mao** · 12-01-2013, 09:48 AM

Looks like my simpleton monkey-stalker is back. Cool.

Hey, what happened to the invitation to the imaginary house-warming in your imaginary new Bangkok apartment mate?

The one you made up to impress smeg.

It never arrived.

**Chairman Mao** · 12-01-2013, 05:35 PM

Picked one up and must say it's a fantastic bit of kit for the price.

Much better than the 10.1

Over 100g lighter. 170 ppi (better than the 10.1)

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 review | T3

I have to say, 5 stars out of 5.

Looking for a tablet bigger than a 7", look no further than the Galaxy Tab 8.9, at only 9,900b it is the way to go.

**Little Chuchok** · 12-01-2013, 06:31 PM

How about a Sony Ultra Book duo

Tablet and lap top.Expensive but bloody great!

**Chairman Mao** · 12-01-2013, 06:38 PM

Probably good if you actually need one for something.

I think most people have tablets as a bit of a toy and don't use them for anything really serious.

I've got a desktop PC at home, netbook which rarely gets used nowadays, and will use the tablet as E-Reader and media device when I'm out and about, and as a video conferencer whenever needed.

**English Noodles** · 12-01-2013, 10:37 PM

B9,900 of your mommys retirement fund well spent. well done you.

**Chairman Mao** · 13-01-2013, 10:13 AM

Still got the mother fantasies going on then... From inside your imaginary Smeg-apartment?

**Butterfly** · 13-01-2013, 11:08 AM

Originally Posted by English Noodles

B9,900 of your mommys retirement fund well spent. well done you.

are you saying that it could have been spent more wisely as shares into your dodgy Cambo company ?

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