kienah
15-11-2010, 07:37 PM
Is the Galaxy Tab available from any of the service providers yet?
Regards
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BearCruz
15-11-2010, 08:24 PM
i'd like to know the same thing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aharon
16-11-2010, 01:45 AM
Well Virgin are advertising it...
mcryan
16-11-2010, 01:51 AM
I went to an MTN store last week, they were nice enough to pull out they're whole pricing structure for me :)
They said December... nothing more specific than that though.
They said December... nothing more specific than that though.
BearCruz
16-11-2010, 05:56 AM
Thanks.
kienah
16-11-2010, 09:04 AM
Thanx for the heads up
Fudzy
16-11-2010, 09:09 AM
Expansys are listing them, they aren't cheap but should be here in 10 days apparently.
BearCruz
16-11-2010, 02:35 PM
Makro listing them. R7899.00. Available mid-november.
FarligOpptreden
16-11-2010, 02:40 PM
Bloody expensive. I won't buy one - my SGS is more than sufficient for me right now.
Sensorei
16-11-2010, 03:06 PM
Latest Rockchip Android tablet is 1.2GHz CPU, 1080P support with HDMI out. For around R2000 why would someone spent 400% that on something 10% better?
BearCruz
16-11-2010, 05:40 PM
I guess it is because you can use it as a phone. Where do you get the rockchip from?
Dominic92
17-11-2010, 04:04 PM
Coming Soon to Vodacom on Contract for R299pm x36months or R499pm x 24months.
Don't know yet the cash price
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Fudzy
17-11-2010, 04:09 PM
I'm assuming this will have a capacitive screen, I am yet to find one of the much cheaper Android tablets offering the same thing.
kienah
17-11-2010, 05:47 PM
The waiting is killing me, i like the fact that the screen is wide screen as opposed to the 4:3 screen of the ipad. Also the size is more portable.
Hope it is as good as all the you tube reviewers are saying.
Hope it is as good as all the you tube reviewers are saying.
Shake&Bake
17-11-2010, 06:03 PM
Before you all go and jump for the STab :p
I came across an interesting review on Gizmodo a while back.
http://gizmodo.com/5686161/samsung-galaxy-tab-review-a-pocketable-train-wreck
I came across an interesting review on Gizmodo a while back.
http://gizmodo.com/5686161/samsung-galaxy-tab-review-a-pocketable-train-wreck
DJNgoma
17-11-2010, 11:45 PM
Bloody expensive. I won't buy one - my SGS is more than sufficient for me right now.
Before you all go and jump for the STab :p
I came across an interesting review on Gizmodo a while back.
http://gizmodo.com/5686161/samsung-galaxy-tab-review-a-pocketable-train-wreck
These were my thoughts exactly, Samsung trying to make a quick fix and a quick buck.
Before you all go and jump for the STab :p
I came across an interesting review on Gizmodo a while back.
http://gizmodo.com/5686161/samsung-galaxy-tab-review-a-pocketable-train-wreck
These were my thoughts exactly, Samsung trying to make a quick fix and a quick buck.
EtienneK
18-11-2010, 07:51 AM
These were my thoughts exactly, Samsung trying to make a quick fix and a quick buck.
Screw Gizmodo and Engadget. They are totally useless when it comes to reviewing a product.
Their so-called "review" of the Nokia N8 has made me not going back to them ever again.
Screw Gizmodo and Engadget. They are totally useless when it comes to reviewing a product.
Their so-called "review" of the Nokia N8 has made me not going back to them ever again.
mith
18-11-2010, 11:20 AM
things with the tab...they have been a lot of mixed reviews.
which is why I am still on the fence...
which is why I am still on the fence...
kienah
18-11-2010, 12:02 PM
Autopage cellular has just received stock in joburg only ......cmon Vodacom ffs
dotVIBE
18-11-2010, 12:31 PM
I'd rather import an Archos 70 or 101. MUCH cheaper, and only about a month out.
kienah
18-11-2010, 01:05 PM
Arches 10 is inferior.
Check link for Breakdown.
http://www.galaxytabs.com/2010/10/07/galaxy-tab-vs-archos-101-specs/
Check link for Breakdown.
http://www.galaxytabs.com/2010/10/07/galaxy-tab-vs-archos-101-specs/
dotVIBE
18-11-2010, 01:31 PM
Arches 10 is inferior.
yes. thank you for that comprehensive answer clearly illuminating the differences between the 10" archos tablet and the 7" samsung tablet. we now completely understand how you came to your objective opinion. what would we do without people like you on the internet.
yes. thank you for that comprehensive answer clearly illuminating the differences between the 10" archos tablet and the 7" samsung tablet. we now completely understand how you came to your objective opinion. what would we do without people like you on the internet.
kienah
18-11-2010, 01:48 PM
Check the link, u sarcastic twat
Fudzy
18-11-2010, 01:54 PM
Wait does the Samsung Tab not have a Capacitive screen either?
FarligOpptreden
18-11-2010, 02:32 PM
Wait does the Samsung Tab not have a Capacitive screen either?
It should. I can't see how such a high-end device would have a Resistive screen...
It should. I can't see how such a high-end device would have a Resistive screen...
dotVIBE
18-11-2010, 02:38 PM
Check the link, u sarcastic twat
buddy, if you edit your post afterwards with a link and then expect people to believe i'm the idiot, then kudos to you.
What i'm trying to get at is that at 3" larger AND $200 cheaper, the archos is valid option. If you are even the tiniest little bit android proficient you can easily get around the market thing, and have full access to all apps.
buddy, if you edit your post afterwards with a link and then expect people to believe i'm the idiot, then kudos to you.
What i'm trying to get at is that at 3" larger AND $200 cheaper, the archos is valid option. If you are even the tiniest little bit android proficient you can easily get around the market thing, and have full access to all apps.
DJNgoma
18-11-2010, 03:39 PM
Screw Gizmodo and Engadget. They are totally useless when it comes to reviewing a product.
Their so-called "review" of the Nokia N8 has made me not going back to them ever again.
Samsung Galaxy S: Lagfix needed for moderate use... GPS not working... Not the full 512MB RAM... Apple gave free cases to fix the antenna problem, whilst we got...? Ummm.
I could actually relate to the browser problem they are talking about, the forums on XDA had to wipe up a lag fix for it as well.
Their so-called "review" of the Nokia N8 has made me not going back to them ever again.
Samsung Galaxy S: Lagfix needed for moderate use... GPS not working... Not the full 512MB RAM... Apple gave free cases to fix the antenna problem, whilst we got...? Ummm.
I could actually relate to the browser problem they are talking about, the forums on XDA had to wipe up a lag fix for it as well.
BearCruz
18-11-2010, 07:21 PM
although I dont dispute what yousay. I personally have had no lag whatsoever. Gps sucks tho. Wont lie. But I do have a dedicated device for that. either way. Im def getting a tab. Not even thinking about it.
kienah
19-11-2010, 10:13 AM
Cell C also now has officially got stock, once again, only in Jo Burg
DuCy
19-11-2010, 10:39 AM
i played with it for an hour last week, i liked it especially the weight compared to the iPad however the plastic-look/feel and the screen size is let down for me
EtienneK
19-11-2010, 10:41 AM
Cell C also now has officially got stock, once again, only in Jo Burg
They should give them away on their data bundles
They should give them away on their data bundles
kienah
22-11-2010, 04:12 PM
Just picked up one from Vodacom in Gateway.
gonna go play now, will report back
gonna go play now, will report back
BearCruz
23-11-2010, 07:02 AM
Awesome. Did you pay cash or contract? Either way, how much? cant wait to get this beast!
kienah
23-11-2010, 08:47 AM
Got it as an upgrade, R175/month added on my 500meg Data contract.Vodacom.
Really is a great size, very fast running the appz, screen is awesome, clear and bright, put a mkv file on, and it worked with no probs.
touch sensitivity is also great, battery life is good, i used it for about 5 hours and i was only on half usage.
**** thing now is trying to get decent accessories for it, , like a cover, and such, i also see the screen is made from the gorilla glass , so it is pretty scratch resistant.
Also it is definitely a capacitive screen.
Overall really nice piece of kit.
Connected to my wifi no problems.
The samsung Kies software, needs a little work and getting used to......the sync software.
Also it uses the epub format for the built in ereader, really looks awesome.
Really is a great size, very fast running the appz, screen is awesome, clear and bright, put a mkv file on, and it worked with no probs.
touch sensitivity is also great, battery life is good, i used it for about 5 hours and i was only on half usage.
**** thing now is trying to get decent accessories for it, , like a cover, and such, i also see the screen is made from the gorilla glass , so it is pretty scratch resistant.
Also it is definitely a capacitive screen.
Overall really nice piece of kit.
Connected to my wifi no problems.
The samsung Kies software, needs a little work and getting used to......the sync software.
Also it uses the epub format for the built in ereader, really looks awesome.
viven
23-11-2010, 11:06 AM
So you're paying R189 for the data bundle and an additional R175?
R364 pm is not bad imo.
R364 pm is not bad imo.
kienah
23-11-2010, 11:11 AM
That's right, i thought it was a good deal.
All the vodacom sales people were hanging around until i opened it to check contents.
Lol, can you believe they hadn't seen one until then..........No training, ridiculous,
All the vodacom sales people were hanging around until i opened it to check contents.
Lol, can you believe they hadn't seen one until then..........No training, ridiculous,
mith
23-11-2010, 12:20 PM
I would like to play around with one to see how it is..before I buy it
does anyone know any store in sandton that will allow me to do this?
does anyone know any store in sandton that will allow me to do this?
kingrob
23-11-2010, 01:14 PM
The Android tablets will only start flourishing with the Gingerbread update (2.3), cos 2.3 will support higher screen resolutions (rumoured).
I feel Samsung jumped the gun a leetle bit, cos everything you see on the Tab, is basically a 480X800 screen res pumped up to fit a 7'' display. It works well, but I would like a higher resolution on such a device.
I feel Samsung jumped the gun a leetle bit, cos everything you see on the Tab, is basically a 480X800 screen res pumped up to fit a 7'' display. It works well, but I would like a higher resolution on such a device.
kienah
23-11-2010, 02:50 PM
The screen is 1024x600 which is pretty good. it is also 16:9 rather than the 4:3 as on the iPad
viven
23-11-2010, 03:02 PM
The Android tablets will only start flourishing with the Gingerbread update (2.3), cos 2.3 will support higher screen resolutions (rumoured).
I feel Samsung jumped the gun a leetle bit, cos everything you see on the Tab, is basically a 480X800 screen res pumped up to fit a 7'' display. It works well, but I would like a higher resolution on such a device.
Engadget and Geek.com both say the Galaxy Tab will be upgraded to 2.3 once it's released. Hope it's true.
I feel Samsung jumped the gun a leetle bit, cos everything you see on the Tab, is basically a 480X800 screen res pumped up to fit a 7'' display. It works well, but I would like a higher resolution on such a device.
Engadget and Geek.com both say the Galaxy Tab will be upgraded to 2.3 once it's released. Hope it's true.
mith
23-11-2010, 04:30 PM
Engadget and Geek.com both say the Galaxy Tab will be upgraded to 2.3 once it's released. Hope it's true.
Yeah I remember that.....It was an unnamed Executive from Samsung India that confirmed they will upgrade the tab to gingerbread and honeycomb.
Yeah I remember that.....It was an unnamed Executive from Samsung India that confirmed they will upgrade the tab to gingerbread and honeycomb.
BearCruz
23-11-2010, 09:15 PM
Wtf. I phoned cell c direct. They havw no idea what im talking about. Would anyone care to enlighten me on which cell c exactly have these in stock?
I also phoned cellucity. On a talk 500 vodacom which os what I have, theres a 3500 pay in. bloody rippoff if you ask me.
Appreciate it!
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I also phoned cellucity. On a talk 500 vodacom which os what I have, theres a 3500 pay in. bloody rippoff if you ask me.
Appreciate it!
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kienah
24-11-2010, 06:08 AM
Try this link, there are contract details there.
Good luck.
http://mybroadband.co.za/vb/showthread.php/287027-First-Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-contract-details-emerge
Good luck.
http://mybroadband.co.za/vb/showthread.php/287027-First-Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-contract-details-emerge
BearCruz
24-11-2010, 06:21 AM
Thanks. Hada read. No such luck on actual cell c stores that have them...
Unless I missed something.
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BearCruz
24-11-2010, 04:52 PM
right. contacted every cell c store in joburg. every person i spoke to is clueless.
BearCruz
27-11-2010, 12:08 PM
Just got my Tab. Cell c can kiss my ass. Useless f%&ks!! Will never buy anything from them. And trevor noah is a loser.
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badass
27-11-2010, 12:27 PM
So where did u get it from ?
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BearCruz
27-11-2010, 02:18 PM
Got it from cellucity... Their service is excellent! And they always have stock before anyone else.
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BearCruz
27-11-2010, 02:19 PM
Btw... Its a beast. The 1080p vids look brilliant!
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mith
27-11-2010, 05:17 PM
Can you post a short review once you done playing with it.
some pics would be nice too.
some pics would be nice too.
BearCruz
27-11-2010, 07:46 PM
Can you post a short review once you done playing with it.
some pics would be nice too.
sure.thing. No probs. If can do a little video review if you want too? Just tell me what you want to see?
So far. Ive been browsing for 2 hours, also been watchin a lot of high quality flash videos, and the battery is still showing 100%. Which is something i was worried about since you cant take out the battery and replace it. So in terms of battery, its world class.
I smacked a blu ray rip of blade runner. And although it doesnt look the same as watchin it on an expensive led tv, its insanely good. The contrast is just right. The ability to adjust the white and black contrast really helps here. Especially in terms of blade runner, which is generally quite a dark movie.
sound is good. As could be expected from all my previous samsung devices such as the Innov8, Galaxy S. I have not tried the headphones yet.
WiFi. Which was is a big issue with my Galaxy S, seems much improved. My Galaxy S's wireless SUCKED. this is better. Much better. Im sitting in my garden right now typing this. And im about 45m away from the AP, with fairly quick browsing. Ie. No lag. 2 seconds to open a standard page.
So wireless kicks ass on this phone. Which is totally non negotiable on a tab.
Apps. Work fine. MyBroadband app is a must. Lol and works well. Angry birds. Works well. Apparently there are some issues regarding the upscalling of apps, but i have not had that problem with the 10 or so apps i have downloaded from the Marketplace.
if there is snything else you want me to test let me know. My final thoughts are that although this is a hybrid of a mainstream tablet, and a smartphone, its flippin awesome. If you like the apple ipad, then get it. But i had one and sold it after a week. It was just to big and made it pointless as it is exactly like a netbook with no keyboard. Only downfall of the g.tab is that they dont give you a pouch.
FYI. This took me just under 4min to type.
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some pics would be nice too.
sure.thing. No probs. If can do a little video review if you want too? Just tell me what you want to see?
So far. Ive been browsing for 2 hours, also been watchin a lot of high quality flash videos, and the battery is still showing 100%. Which is something i was worried about since you cant take out the battery and replace it. So in terms of battery, its world class.
I smacked a blu ray rip of blade runner. And although it doesnt look the same as watchin it on an expensive led tv, its insanely good. The contrast is just right. The ability to adjust the white and black contrast really helps here. Especially in terms of blade runner, which is generally quite a dark movie.
sound is good. As could be expected from all my previous samsung devices such as the Innov8, Galaxy S. I have not tried the headphones yet.
WiFi. Which was is a big issue with my Galaxy S, seems much improved. My Galaxy S's wireless SUCKED. this is better. Much better. Im sitting in my garden right now typing this. And im about 45m away from the AP, with fairly quick browsing. Ie. No lag. 2 seconds to open a standard page.
So wireless kicks ass on this phone. Which is totally non negotiable on a tab.
Apps. Work fine. MyBroadband app is a must. Lol and works well. Angry birds. Works well. Apparently there are some issues regarding the upscalling of apps, but i have not had that problem with the 10 or so apps i have downloaded from the Marketplace.
if there is snything else you want me to test let me know. My final thoughts are that although this is a hybrid of a mainstream tablet, and a smartphone, its flippin awesome. If you like the apple ipad, then get it. But i had one and sold it after a week. It was just to big and made it pointless as it is exactly like a netbook with no keyboard. Only downfall of the g.tab is that they dont give you a pouch.
FYI. This took me just under 4min to type.
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mith
28-11-2010, 09:57 AM
A general video review would be great...
comparing dimensions of tab and galaxy S (mainly thickness)
comparing the screen (viewing angles) of your galaxy S and the tab
reading pdfs and office documents on the tab
Does it have the same gps fix problem the galaxy S has?
I saw a video of the tab having browser lag issues....wasn't smooth, has this been fixed?
can you use the front camera for skype calls?
not that I am planning to use it as a phone...but how is the speaker on it?
comparing dimensions of tab and galaxy S (mainly thickness)
comparing the screen (viewing angles) of your galaxy S and the tab
reading pdfs and office documents on the tab
Does it have the same gps fix problem the galaxy S has?
I saw a video of the tab having browser lag issues....wasn't smooth, has this been fixed?
can you use the front camera for skype calls?
not that I am planning to use it as a phone...but how is the speaker on it?
BoomerPipe
29-11-2010, 03:35 PM
Any further comments with regard to the Galaxy Tab, I'm thinking of getting one but would like to know whether I should wait for version 2 or just jump in and see what happens!!
:D
:D
BearCruz
29-11-2010, 09:17 PM
What would you like to know exactly. Im doing the video review this weekend.
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BoomerPipe
30-11-2010, 05:29 AM
What would you like to know exactly. Im doing the video review this weekend.
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A couple of the international reviews mention lag whilst using the device along with an iffy browsing experience, is this actually the case.
How does it handle email, not going to be using it as my main device for email but will need it to send a couple whilst on the go.
IS the screen usable outdoors.
Thanks
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A couple of the international reviews mention lag whilst using the device along with an iffy browsing experience, is this actually the case.
How does it handle email, not going to be using it as my main device for email but will need it to send a couple whilst on the go.
IS the screen usable outdoors.
Thanks
diabolus
06-12-2010, 04:03 PM
It's at Kalahari for R8k .
http://www.kalahari.net/electronics/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab/4585/39086661.aspx
Either way, it's overpriced, i would rather buy an iPad at that price.
http://www.kalahari.net/electronics/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab/4585/39086661.aspx
Either way, it's overpriced, i would rather buy an iPad at that price.
milomak
11-12-2010, 01:29 AM
It's at Kalahari for R8k .
http://www.kalahari.net/electronics/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab/4585/39086661.aspx
Either way, it's overpriced, i would rather buy an iPad at that price.
let's be upfront and state i have a tab. what interests me is why you punt the ipad?
what is your view (not a review) about the difference between the two?
http://www.kalahari.net/electronics/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab/4585/39086661.aspx
Either way, it's overpriced, i would rather buy an iPad at that price.
let's be upfront and state i have a tab. what interests me is why you punt the ipad?
what is your view (not a review) about the difference between the two?
diabolus
11-12-2010, 10:28 AM
let's be upfront and state i have a tab. what interests me is why you punt the ipad?
what is your view (not a review) about the difference between the two?
The main difference between the 2 is the OS and the "Content Provider" behind them. Who is behind the Galaxy? What content do they provide?
The second difference is the iPad is already going into a 2nd iteration, whereas the Galaxy is in a 1st iteration [in other words they are already behind] .
Basically it's EXACTLY like having to decide between a Samsung Generic E-Reader [with no specific content provider behind it] vs. Amazon Kindle . If they cost the same, why would i go for the Samsung?
The top selling factor for ANY of the Apple products these days are not the "Tech" of the device, it's the CONTENT,SUPPORT and USER EXPERIENCE [as in the chance that your favorite content will be available on the device, ease of use etc]. So the reason why i'm punting the iPad in favor of the Galaxy is simple:
1. I don't believe Android is the future for non-apple tablets [Chrome OS is ]
2. The Apple App Store [and various other content being developed for the platform]
Now if the Galaxy had Windows 7 on it and/or 30% cheaper than the ipad ....i would be singing a different tune. I believe Android tablets are "experimental" simply to get something in the market -now- [to get some part of the tablet-bubble while they can] . So from that angle i don't see why it should be the same price as the "market leader" and expect to succeed.
what is your view (not a review) about the difference between the two?
The main difference between the 2 is the OS and the "Content Provider" behind them. Who is behind the Galaxy? What content do they provide?
The second difference is the iPad is already going into a 2nd iteration, whereas the Galaxy is in a 1st iteration [in other words they are already behind] .
Basically it's EXACTLY like having to decide between a Samsung Generic E-Reader [with no specific content provider behind it] vs. Amazon Kindle . If they cost the same, why would i go for the Samsung?
The top selling factor for ANY of the Apple products these days are not the "Tech" of the device, it's the CONTENT,SUPPORT and USER EXPERIENCE [as in the chance that your favorite content will be available on the device, ease of use etc]. So the reason why i'm punting the iPad in favor of the Galaxy is simple:
1. I don't believe Android is the future for non-apple tablets [Chrome OS is ]
2. The Apple App Store [and various other content being developed for the platform]
Now if the Galaxy had Windows 7 on it and/or 30% cheaper than the ipad ....i would be singing a different tune. I believe Android tablets are "experimental" simply to get something in the market -now- [to get some part of the tablet-bubble while they can] . So from that angle i don't see why it should be the same price as the "market leader" and expect to succeed.
BearCruz
14-12-2010, 08:22 AM
The main difference between the 2 is the OS and the "Content Provider" behind them. Who is behind the Galaxy? What content do they provide?
The second difference is the iPad is already going into a 2nd iteration, whereas the Galaxy is in a 1st iteration [in other words they are already behind] .
Basically it's EXACTLY like having to decide between a Samsung Generic E-Reader [with no specific content provider behind it] vs. Amazon Kindle . If they cost the same, why would i go for the Samsung?
The top selling factor for ANY of the Apple products these days are not the "Tech" of the device, it's the CONTENT,SUPPORT and USER EXPERIENCE [as in the chance that your favorite content will be available on the device, ease of use etc]. So the reason why i'm punting the iPad in favor of the Galaxy is simple:
1. I don't believe Android is the future for non-apple tablets [Chrome OS is ]
2. The Apple App Store [and various other content being developed for the platform]
Now if the Galaxy had Windows 7 on it and/or 30% cheaper than the ipad ....i would be singing a different tune. I believe Android tablets are "experimental" simply to get something in the market -now- [to get some part of the tablet-bubble while they can] . So from that angle i don't see why it should be the same price as the "market leader" and expect to succeed.
you make a valid point. But at the end of the day, i felt the tab because of its size and calling feature, filled a niche spot. I would never get anthing larger than my tab, as then i might as well be looking at a netbook. That said, you are completely right in implying its overpriced. But then again so is the iphone 4.
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The second difference is the iPad is already going into a 2nd iteration, whereas the Galaxy is in a 1st iteration [in other words they are already behind] .
Basically it's EXACTLY like having to decide between a Samsung Generic E-Reader [with no specific content provider behind it] vs. Amazon Kindle . If they cost the same, why would i go for the Samsung?
The top selling factor for ANY of the Apple products these days are not the "Tech" of the device, it's the CONTENT,SUPPORT and USER EXPERIENCE [as in the chance that your favorite content will be available on the device, ease of use etc]. So the reason why i'm punting the iPad in favor of the Galaxy is simple:
1. I don't believe Android is the future for non-apple tablets [Chrome OS is ]
2. The Apple App Store [and various other content being developed for the platform]
Now if the Galaxy had Windows 7 on it and/or 30% cheaper than the ipad ....i would be singing a different tune. I believe Android tablets are "experimental" simply to get something in the market -now- [to get some part of the tablet-bubble while they can] . So from that angle i don't see why it should be the same price as the "market leader" and expect to succeed.
you make a valid point. But at the end of the day, i felt the tab because of its size and calling feature, filled a niche spot. I would never get anthing larger than my tab, as then i might as well be looking at a netbook. That said, you are completely right in implying its overpriced. But then again so is the iphone 4.
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mith
14-12-2010, 04:43 PM
What would you like to know exactly. Im doing the video review this weekend.
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Dude what happened to the video?
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Dude what happened to the video?
BearCruz
14-12-2010, 04:51 PM
Dude what happened to the video?
ya, sorry, company end year function. Will see if i can do it this weekend. Sorry again.
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ya, sorry, company end year function. Will see if i can do it this weekend. Sorry again.
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Maddmatt
14-12-2010, 05:51 PM
The second difference is the iPad is already going into a 2nd iteration, whereas the Galaxy is in a 1st iteration [in other words they are already behind] .
Huh?
1. I don't believe Android is the future for non-apple tablets [Chrome OS is ]
Chrome is not aimed touch screens, so that isn't really possible. Several manufacturers are committed to Android Honeycomb tablets so I disagree with you there.
Now if the Galaxy had Windows 7 on it and/or 30% cheaper than the ipad ....i would be singing a different tune. I believe Android tablets are "experimental" simply to get something in the market -now- [to get some part of the tablet-bubble while they can] . So from that angle i don't see why it should be the same price as the "market leader" and expect to succeed.
The hardware in the Galaxy Tab is no less advanced than the iPad. In fact the processor is more powerful and it has twice as much RAM. Unless just being made by Apple and having their OS makes it more valuable to you there is no reason for the Galaxy Tab to be cheaper. And that screen that packs a similar resolution into an even smaller space must have higher manufacturing costs.
Personally I wouldn't buy either of them though. Maybe a reasonably priced 10-inch Android tablet when some good ones are available. It's just hard to justify it when I already have an Android smartphone.
Might get a 10 inch Archos or something just for web browsing and stuff that would benefit from a bigger screen.
Personally I'd like a tablet that doesn't unnecessarily increase its cost with stuff that I'd rather use my phone for anyway, like GPS, rear camera and cellphone antenna (as long as I can tether it to my phone via Bluetooth).
Huh?
1. I don't believe Android is the future for non-apple tablets [Chrome OS is ]
Chrome is not aimed touch screens, so that isn't really possible. Several manufacturers are committed to Android Honeycomb tablets so I disagree with you there.
Now if the Galaxy had Windows 7 on it and/or 30% cheaper than the ipad ....i would be singing a different tune. I believe Android tablets are "experimental" simply to get something in the market -now- [to get some part of the tablet-bubble while they can] . So from that angle i don't see why it should be the same price as the "market leader" and expect to succeed.
The hardware in the Galaxy Tab is no less advanced than the iPad. In fact the processor is more powerful and it has twice as much RAM. Unless just being made by Apple and having their OS makes it more valuable to you there is no reason for the Galaxy Tab to be cheaper. And that screen that packs a similar resolution into an even smaller space must have higher manufacturing costs.
Personally I wouldn't buy either of them though. Maybe a reasonably priced 10-inch Android tablet when some good ones are available. It's just hard to justify it when I already have an Android smartphone.
Might get a 10 inch Archos or something just for web browsing and stuff that would benefit from a bigger screen.
Personally I'd like a tablet that doesn't unnecessarily increase its cost with stuff that I'd rather use my phone for anyway, like GPS, rear camera and cellphone antenna (as long as I can tether it to my phone via Bluetooth).
diabolus
14-12-2010, 06:40 PM
Huh?
http://www.geek.com/articles/gadgets/rumored-ipad-2-launch-in-february-may-be-smaller-ipad-instead-20101214/
Dec. 14, 2010
Last week we heard rumors that Apple intends to release the iPad 2 by the end of February. That’s based on reports that Foxconn’s plant is preparing to ship hardware within the next 100 days. But while it has been assumed this is going to be an iPad 2, it may in fact be another model of iPad.
Reuters has heard from manufacturers in Asia that the new iPad expected early next year could be a smaller version of the existing iPad with a few updates.
While the details of what exactly Apple has planned for February are unclear, what is becoming apparent is the iPad is going to get some form of new model in a couple of month’s time. Whether it’s smaller, or lighter, or boasts a fantastic new display, is what remains a mystery.
Chrome is not aimed touch screens, so that isn't really possible. Several manufacturers are committed to Android Honeycomb tablets so I disagree with you there.
Well depends on where you look : http://dev.chromium.org/chromium-os/user-experience/form-factors/tablet
Google have already hinted that Chrome OS is not necessarily a Netbook/Laptop only thing, and why should it be?
http://www.geek.com/articles/gadgets/rumored-ipad-2-launch-in-february-may-be-smaller-ipad-instead-20101214/
Dec. 14, 2010
Last week we heard rumors that Apple intends to release the iPad 2 by the end of February. That’s based on reports that Foxconn’s plant is preparing to ship hardware within the next 100 days. But while it has been assumed this is going to be an iPad 2, it may in fact be another model of iPad.
Reuters has heard from manufacturers in Asia that the new iPad expected early next year could be a smaller version of the existing iPad with a few updates.
While the details of what exactly Apple has planned for February are unclear, what is becoming apparent is the iPad is going to get some form of new model in a couple of month’s time. Whether it’s smaller, or lighter, or boasts a fantastic new display, is what remains a mystery.
Chrome is not aimed touch screens, so that isn't really possible. Several manufacturers are committed to Android Honeycomb tablets so I disagree with you there.
Well depends on where you look : http://dev.chromium.org/chromium-os/user-experience/form-factors/tablet
Google have already hinted that Chrome OS is not necessarily a Netbook/Laptop only thing, and why should it be?
Maddmatt
14-12-2010, 07:18 PM
http://www.geek.com/articles/gadgets/rumored-ipad-2-launch-in-february-may-be-smaller-ipad-instead-20101214/
It's not available yet and it's just a rumour.
That does not make the Galaxy "already behind". Besides, there will be Android tablets to match it.
Well depends on where you look : http://dev.chromium.org/chromium-os/user-experience/form-factors/tablet
Google have already hinted that Chrome OS is not necessarily a Netbook/Laptop only thing, and why should it be?
Interesting. Still, netbooks seem to be the main target. That's only a concept, meanwhile Android is already on Tablets and the Honeycomb version is being designed with tablets in mind, with several companies already working on a tablet. A Motorola Tablet is being used by Android developers working on Honeycomb.
Personally I just don't see much point in Chrome OS.
It's not available yet and it's just a rumour.
That does not make the Galaxy "already behind". Besides, there will be Android tablets to match it.
Well depends on where you look : http://dev.chromium.org/chromium-os/user-experience/form-factors/tablet
Google have already hinted that Chrome OS is not necessarily a Netbook/Laptop only thing, and why should it be?
Interesting. Still, netbooks seem to be the main target. That's only a concept, meanwhile Android is already on Tablets and the Honeycomb version is being designed with tablets in mind, with several companies already working on a tablet. A Motorola Tablet is being used by Android developers working on Honeycomb.
Personally I just don't see much point in Chrome OS.
diabolus
14-12-2010, 08:39 PM
Personally I just don't see much point in Chrome OS.
All opinions of course, anything can happen. Either way my point was, that here we have a well established tablet with an extremely popular company behind it with alot of development occuring on the platform [and the platform+tablet has been on the market for a year] that are selling at a price point that most people consider "expensive, but it is Apple" . So the ipad [and even i admit it] is ALREADY expensive and the price can only go DOWN....
Now we get Samsung, with an open source OS , not providing any content themselves and a rather touch and go marketplace that will eventually be all over the place [similar to what happened with Linux] and they come in at the exact same price point? THAT i have a problem with. The fact that people can even go "ipad vs galaxy" after the ipad has been out for a YEAR tells me the Galaxy is not doing anything revolutionary here, they are simply "catching up" , not "taking things a step further" . I don't see why i should pay the Apple-premium for the Galaxy.
All opinions of course, anything can happen. Either way my point was, that here we have a well established tablet with an extremely popular company behind it with alot of development occuring on the platform [and the platform+tablet has been on the market for a year] that are selling at a price point that most people consider "expensive, but it is Apple" . So the ipad [and even i admit it] is ALREADY expensive and the price can only go DOWN....
Now we get Samsung, with an open source OS , not providing any content themselves and a rather touch and go marketplace that will eventually be all over the place [similar to what happened with Linux] and they come in at the exact same price point? THAT i have a problem with. The fact that people can even go "ipad vs galaxy" after the ipad has been out for a YEAR tells me the Galaxy is not doing anything revolutionary here, they are simply "catching up" , not "taking things a step further" . I don't see why i should pay the Apple-premium for the Galaxy.
mith
15-12-2010, 11:49 AM
ya, sorry, company end year function. Will see if i can do it this weekend. Sorry again.
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no prob dude....thanks
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no prob dude....thanks