Android Tablets

[atroop711]

Anyone have an android tablet they love? Please give names.

I want one for xmas but don't want my husband to spend $500+ for an Ipad.

Wondering if it's possible to get a tablet for less and that works

 

[jstarfireb]

I have an Android phone that I really like, but not a tablet. Just wanted to say that I think the Android OS is really intuitive and the app market is huge. I'm sold on Android and definitely prefer it over Apple.

I've seen the B&N Nook Color, which is Android-based and looks pretty nice for $250, but its version of Android is watered down, since it's mainly an e-book reader.

I keep hearing the Samsung Galaxy Tab is great, but it's around $600, which doesn't help you at all.

I've heard some good things about the Archos 70 and Archos 101 (the 70 has a 7-inch screen, which I prefer over the 10-inch screens of the 101 and iPad):
http://www.engadget.com/tag/Archos+70/

Kinda cool that it has a webcam, a kickstand, and Android 2.2. The odd thing is that it doesn't come pre-loaded with Google apps (the market, maps, etc.), but there's apparently a very easy workaround that won't end up voiding your warranty or anything.

 

[atroop711]

I have an Android phone that I really like, but not a tablet. Just wanted to say that I think the Android OS is really intuitive and the app market is huge. I'm sold on Android and definitely prefer it over Apple.

I've seen the B&N Nook Color, which is Android-based and looks pretty nice for $250, but its version of Android is watered down, since it's mainly an e-book reader.

I keep hearing the Samsung Galaxy Tab is great, but it's around $600, which doesn't help you at all.

I've heard some good things about the Archos 70 and Archos 101 (the 70 has a 7-inch screen, which I prefer over the 10-inch screens of the 101 and iPad):
http://www.engadget.com/tag/Archos+70/

Kinda cool that it has a webcam, a kickstand, and Android 2.2. The odd thing is that it doesn't come pre-loaded with Google apps (the market, maps, etc.), but there's apparently a very easy workaround that won't end up voiding your warranty or anything.

Thanks so much for this info!!

 

[katamari]

What do you want it for, atroop? That may color my suggestion.

 

[atroop711]

What do you want it for, atroop? That may color my suggestion.

I want it for reading, going online, email, pics, music ect. I want to be able to download apps..

 

[CurlySue]

I've had the Galaxy Tab for a few weeks now, and I LOVE it. I got it mostly for reading, music, games, and occasional web browsing, but I am loving all the apps I can put on it. I agree with you that the Android OS is fantastic. This was my first exposure to it, and it's so intuitive and easy to use. I get my phone through my job and we don't have Android phones, but if I ever have a chance to switch to one, I am definitely going to get one!

I did not get it with a wireless package through Verizon or Sprint. I use the WiFi only, and it seems to work well. I find it to be pretty quick.

I found a sweet leather case with a stand for about $25, so I can throw it in my purse and take it anywhere now. The Kindle app is great, and I find myself reading constantly now that I can bring it with me.

I know it is outside the price range you were looking for, but I personally think it's worth the splurge. I was looking at an iPad, but I found it too big and too heavy for what I wanted. I opted against a Kindle, because I wanted more options to play with, and the Tab give me that.

I will say that depending on the website, sometimes you need to do a lot of zooming in to get the text the right size to read, though most of the time using the Tab in landscape view vs. portrait view solves that issue.

 

[atroop711]

I've had the Galaxy Tab for a few weeks now, and I LOVE it. I got it mostly for reading, music, games, and occasional web browsing, but I am loving all the apps I can put on it. I agree with you that the Android OS is fantastic. This was my first exposure to it, and it's so intuitive and easy to use. I get my phone through my job and we don't have Android phones, but if I ever have a chance to switch to one, I am definitely going to get one!

I did not get it with a wireless package through Verizon or Sprint. I use the WiFi only, and it seems to work well. I find it to be pretty quick.

I found a sweet leather case with a stand for about $25, so I can throw it in my purse and take it anywhere now. The Kindle app is great, and I find myself reading constantly now that I can bring it with me.

I know it is outside the price range you were looking for, but I personally think it's worth the splurge. I was looking at an iPad, but I found it too big and too heavy for what I wanted. I opted against a Kindle, because I wanted more options to play with, and the Tab give me that.

I will say that depending on the website, sometimes you need to do a lot of zooming in to get the text the right size to read, though most of the time using the Tab in landscape view vs. portrait view solves that issue.

thanks...I will look into the galaxy tab

 

[PinkTower]

Atroop
Please keep posting. The Galaxy is out of my price point.

 

[risingsun]

I thought you meant android tablets, as in pills I must really get my brain an upgrade

 

[atroop711]

Atroop
Please keep posting. The Galaxy is out of my price point.

That Galaxy looks great but it's out of my price point too (if I could avoid spending that much).

I'm looking into the ARCHOS 70. It's in the mid $200 (close to $300)...so it's half the price of the IPAD and the GALAXY. I have more research to do

 

[atroop711]

I thought you meant android tablets, as in pills I must really get my brain an upgrade

LOL...this made me smile

 

[katamari]

The Archos 70 is pretty small. If that is your price range, and you think you can have a tablet that small, you might want to consider an iPod Touch instead. Short of e-mailing, it is good for going online, music, and photos. Reading is okay, but not the best. This is where the Archos might have the edge. I read on my iPhone all the time with fairly poor eyesight, but, then, I rarely type or e-mail on it because it is more of a hassle than just getting my laptop out. You can probably find a used Touch one on CL or ebay cheap. There are just incredibly more and better apps for iGoods compared to other machines.

I have seen the Galaxy and the HP Slate 500. Both are really slick, but as pricey as an iPad. And, honestly, the iPad is better just because it has such an edge on the apps market. I haven't seen the Nook color. Hopefully someone with one will weigh in. I know there was a busy thread about it here when they were announced. Someone has to have bought one.

 

[atroop711]

The Archos 70 is pretty small. If that is your price range, and you think you can have a tablet that small, you might want to consider an iPod Touch instead. Short of e-mailing, it is good for going online, music, and photos. Reading is okay, but not the best. This is where the Archos might have the edge. I read on my iPhone all the time with fairly poor eyesight, but, then, I rarely type or e-mail on it because it is more of a hassle than just getting my laptop out. You can probably find a used Touch one on CL or ebay cheap. There are just incredibly more and better apps for iGoods compared to other machines.

I have seen the Galaxy and the HP Slate 500. Both are really slick, but as pricey as an iPad. And, honestly, the iPad is better just because it has such an edge on the apps market. I haven't seen the Nook color. Hopefully someone with one will weigh in. I know there was a busy thread about it here when they were announced. Someone has to have bought one.

My husband and the IPOD Touch and tablets I'm looking into are larger. I had my hands on another 7in tablet and it was fine. I don't need the larger Ipad size plus I'd like to stay with an Android OS. I'm still doing my research...I may hold off because I read many more new ones are coming on the market in early spring..hmmm.