As a tablet is more of notebook with in-built mobility on a mobile operating system platform, it brings some unique advantages to the table for the end user. We are presenting some reasons why tablets are better than laptops or smartphones and also presenting some of the best tablets in India.
Mobility
Tablets are thin and light. If you have a MacBook Air, or an ultrabook, the distinction may not seem as significant, but when it comes to most laptops, a tablet is thinner, lighter, and more portable by a long shot. It provides ultra mobility in the hands of the end user and this is perhaps one of the biggest advantages that a tablet carries with it today.
Functionality
Tablets have larger displays that give you more real estate to get real work done. In fact, with larger tablets the display is on par with smaller laptops, allowing you to get more done. Of course, the virtual keyboard uses up half the display, so you have less screen to work with when you’re actually working. Regardless, though, tablets beat smartphones when it comes to being productive.
Battery Life
Most tablets have battery life that is far better than laptops. Laptops are steadily improving in the longevity department, but most would still struggle to make it through a full work day, and many won’t make it to lunch. Tablets on the other hand, seem to last forever even when pushed to the limits.
User Flexibility
A tablet sits somewhere between the smartphone and laptop in most areas, and flexibility is no exception. In many ways, a tablet can fill the role of a laptop and perform most, if not all, of the same functions. But, the tablet is also more versatile. Most can take photos, or shoot videos in addition to allowing video chat and conferencing. They also work nicely as e-readers (or in some cases the e-reader has evolved into a tablet) for accessing an entire library of books on the go. Some of these things are technically possible, but ridiculous in a practical sense with a notebook.
Best Tablets in India
There are very few options available in tablet market compared to smartphone, but it certainly does have some of the best in class devices to work on.
Here are the 5 best tablets available in the Indian market-
Apple iPad Air
Apple is ruling the gadget market and its stunningly designed iPad Air is doing extremely well in the market. The device supports both WiFi and 3G, starting from USD 99 with the top class variant priced at USD 929. Apple’s iPad Air comes with a 9.7-inch Retina screen, 1.3Ghz Apple A7 processor, 1GB RAM, the device is available with internal storage of 16/32/64/128 GB storage, 5MP rear camera, 1.2MP front camera, unlike its range of phone iPad Air supports Bluetooth 4.0, uns on the latest iOS7. It is one of the slimmest and the lightest tabs available in the market, with weight only 469 grams.
Positives
• Very light in weight
• Houses premium design
• Solid batter y life
Negatives
• Storage comes with a cost
• No Touch ID
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1
The sleek and stylish Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is priced at around USD 800 . Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 comes with a 10.1-inch HD display, 1.9GHz Quadcore processor, 2GB RAM, internal storage of 16 GB(expandable), Bluetooth 4.0, 8 MP rear camera, 2 MP front camera, uns on latest Androind 4.4 KitKat Operating Software and is very light in weight- 469 grams.
Positives
• Sleek and light in weight
• Sharp screen
• Decent camera
Negatives
• Design not that great
Google Nexus 7
One of the best tablets in range Google Nexus 7 will cost you around USD 340. Google Nexus 7 has a 7-inch IPS display, quality resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, 1.5Ghz quad core Snapdragon S4 Pro processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, 5MP rear camera,
1.2MP front camera, supports WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, runs on latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat Operating Software and weighs around 290 grams.
Positives
• Amazing display quality
• Affordable range
Negatives
• Lack of SD card slot
Apple iPad Mini with Retina
Apple iPad Mini comes with a Retina display, while still holding the lightweight factor. The device rus on the same software like iPad Air. Apple’s iPad Mini also supports both WiFi and 3G, starting at USD 399 and the top in class variant priced at USD 829. Apple iPad Mini has all the features that makes a tablet incredible, it has 7.9-inch retina display, 1.3Ghz Apple A7 processor, 1GB RAM, with internal storage of 16/32/64/128 GB storage, 5MP rear camera, 1.2MP front camera, like the iPad Air, Mini also supports Bluetooth 4.0, runs on iOS7 and weighs only 331 grams.
Positives
• Stunning metal design
• Strong battery life
Negatives
• Low resolution screen
Lenovo Yoga 8
Lenovo Yoga 8 is one of the most innovative devices available in the market priced at around USD 340 with the aluminum twist stand being its USP. the device is priced at Lenovo has a 8-inch IPS display, 1.2Ghz quad core Mediatek processor, 1GB RAM, has an internal storage of 16GB (expandable), 5MP rear camera, 1.6MP front camera, supports both WiFi and 3G, Bluetooth 4.0, allows for voice calling runs on Android 4.2.2, and weight- 401 grams.
Positives
• Innovative support stand
• Longlasting battery life
• Excellent speakers
Negatives
• Very low resolution on screen