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Guide to Choosing Tablets

Tablet computers integrate the capabilities of a computer with the convenience and mobility of a smartphone, providing a handy device no larger than a pad of paper. As with most smartphones, users navigate on the tablet with touch screen interaction.

When looking for a tablet computer, consider these features before you buy:

  • Wi-Fi vs 3G/4G capable: If you will be using your tablet at home or in the office, connect to your Wi-Fi network. This way, you do not need to pay for a 3G or 4G data plan through a service provider. However, if you are looking for more mobility, you will need to get a 3G or 4G data plan. This will enable unfettered access to internet services on your tablet, regardless of whether you are in range of your Wi-Fi network. If you are looking to use your tablet for reading only, an eBook reader is probably all you need.

  • 3G vs 4G: These numbers are a measure of the speed for a mobile Internet connection. Although 4G connectivity is the fastest connection available for mobile devices, it also consumes more data than a 3G connection.

  • Internal Storage: If you want to store lots of applications, music, and other files on your tablet, look for one with a greater Internal Storage capacity.

Once you decide which features are most important in your tablet computer, filter our list based on your preferences.

With 206 tablets to choose from, we can help find the best one for you.

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Smart Rating
The Smart Rating is a single rating that weighs the tablet's specifications and features, as well as ratings from the following sources: CNET, PC Mag, Wired.com and PC World. No rating indicates that the tablet was not rated by any expert sources. Tablets that have no Smart Rating available were not reviewed by these experts.
Fact: With a Smart Rating of , the best tablet is the Apple iPad with Wi-Fi + 4G (Fourth Generation).
Average Battery Life
The average battery life is the average duration a tablet can operate between full charges. Battery life depends mostly on which applications or features you use. Certain activities, like streaming HD videos, deplete battery life quickly, while others, like surfing the Web or reading emails, consume less.
Internal Storage
Internal storage is the amount of data the tablet can hold. One thing to look for in a tablet is whether you can add additional storage. Some tablets have a relatively small amount of internal storage, but allow the user to add a considerable amount of removable storage. On others you cannot add any storage, so what you see is what you get.
Weight
The tablet's weight is measured in pounds. The weight of a tablet computer is a key factor to consider, especially if you plan on carrying your tablet computer with you. For frequent travelers, a smaller, lighter tablet is most convenient. In general, tablet computers are very light, but if weight is of particular concern for you, filter our list by weight to find the tablet that best meets your needs.
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Operating System
The operating system is the platform on which the tablet runs. Before committing to buy a tablet, test several operating systems to determine which one you prefer. Every operating system comes with advantages and disadvantages, so it’s best to survey the market.

If you're hoping to understand the specific differences among operating systems, you should first understand the difference between an open source platform, such as Android, and a closed platform, such as iOS. Open source indicates that the source code, the code on which the platform is built, is open for users to see and change within licensing limits. In a closed platform, such as Apple’s iOS, the source code is not available for consumers to see. The advantage of an open source system is that it provides for greater customization, while closed systems have a limited scope of apps you can install and changes you can make. In spite of that, a closed system like iOS is typically less susceptible to viruses or other malware.

Screen Size
Screen size is the diagonal measurement of a tablet’s display in inches. While larger screens are easier to read, this translates into a heavier tablet. Refer to the section below for information on the available screen sizes of tablet computers.
Fact: That tablet with the largest screen is the Acer ICONIA-6120 tablet, which has a screen size of 14 inch.

What to Watch for in Tablets

  • Ensure you’re buying the tablet that fits your needs, and don’t go overboard with the features. This will also keep the price of your tablet reasonable.

  • If you’re going to be carrying your tablet with you often, confirm that it’s not too heavy. While most tablets are fairly mobile devices, you may especially appreciate a light device on a long trip.

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