For those wanting the Galaxy Tab

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It really depends on what use you'll be getting out of the tablet. I doubt mine will ever need a 3g connection as it will mostly be used as something to let me browse the web and VNC into my various PCs, both of which I'll probably do via Wifi from home or from my hotel room when I travel. I can't see any other aspects other than the 3G/HDSPA modem that seperates this from the Galaxy Tab.
 
Fudzy said:
It really depends on what use you'll be getting out of the tablet. I doubt mine will ever need a 3g connection as it will mostly be used as something to let me browse the web and VNC into my various PCs, both of which I'll probably do via Wifi from home or from my hotel room when I travel. I can't see any other aspects other than the 3G/HDSPA modem that seperates this from the Galaxy Tab.
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size and video quality.



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Resolution is a bit low for the screen size. The Galaxy Tab has the same resolution on its smaller screen.
The Archos 7 inch tablets are even more disappointing with an 800x480 resolution, that resolution is standard for smartphones with screens around 4 inches.
They also only have wi-fi, no 3G/mobile connectivity.

If they had better screens and 3G I'd be more interested. Hopefully they come out with better stuff in future.

They're cheaper because they're made with cheaper components. I wont call them rubbish though, if it will be useful for you and you're not willing to spend extra, you'll probably be happy with it.
 
Maddmatt said:
Resolution is a bit low for the screen size. The Galaxy Tab has the same resolution on its smaller screen.
The Archos 7 inch tablets are even more disappointing with an 800x480 resolution, that resolution is standard for smartphones with screens around 4 inches.
They also only have wi-fi, no 3G/mobile connectivity.

If they had better screens and 3G I'd be more interested. Hopefully they come out with better stuff in future.

They're cheaper because they're made with cheaper components. I wont call them rubbish though, if it will be useful for you and you're not willing to spend extra, you'll probably be happy with it.
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Actually the screen res is 1024x600, which is basically the same as the iPad's, considering the difference in width and height. So the screen res here is not a problem, and it will be a while before you start seeing 10" devices with more than 720px in height (landscape view).
 
if i can use my cell c speed stick with this unit, im getting it!!
 
mcryan said:
Actually the screen res is 1024x600, which is basically the same as the iPad's, considering the difference in width and height. So the screen res here is not a problem, and it will be a while before you start seeing 10" devices with more than 720px in height (landscape view).
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And the Galaxy Tab although the PPI is higher on the Galaxy since it's a 7" screen.
 
BearCruz said:
I guess not. But once again, youre comments defy......

Let me just put it plainly, you wouldnt buy one to take pics. Or would you.


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Why put one on? Could have saved people a few dollars(rands) without one. Then again the iPad was created for a non-existent market and everybody is copying the movement just with a few tweaks on each tablet
 
DJNgoma said:
Why put one on? Could have saved people a few dollars(rands) without one. Then again the iPad was created for a non-existent market and everybody is copying the movement just with a few tweaks on each tablet
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but yet i find myself wanting a tablet. at over R8,000 I am finding it hard to justify
 
Been doing some investigating and it turns out that's the 16gb version. No one seems to have the 32

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Aaaargh!!!!!!!!!!! My itchy feet got the better of me.

Got a 16GB. R7500.

Generally a positive experience. Will be better to travel with this than my MBP.

I had been itching for a new toy for some months already. Playing with on Friday tipped me over the edge.
 
milomak said:
Aaaargh!!!!!!!!!!! My itchy feet got the better of me.

Got a 16GB. R7500.

Generally a positive experience. Will be better to travel with this than my MBP.

I had been itching for a new toy for some months already. Playing with on Friday tipped me over the edge.
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Where'd you get from?
I'm looking for a contract offering but struggling to get something around the R400 mark.
Will go for the outright purchase if I don't come right.
 
news24 said:
I don't get it, why would anyone want to buy a giant phone? I mean the Tab is not a tablet, it's running a phone OSand uses phone apps. It doesn't run anything that's exclusive to its form factor.
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Same can be said for the iPad really.
 
news24 said:
I don't get it, why would anyone want to buy a giant phone? I mean the Tab is not a tablet, it's running a phone OSand uses phone apps. It doesn't run anything that's exclusive to its form factor.
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So what is your definition of a tablet?
For me, this form factor lends itself better to browsing, watching videos, etc. than on a phone.
IMO it was probably cheaper for Samsung to use a system on a chip which included GSM/phone capabilities, rather than develop something new with less features.
It's also pretty clever to leverage the Andriod OS and store so that you have an active community and applications available from day 1. You can't really call Angry Birds a 'phone app'. It's quite device agnostic, much like many apps on the marketplace.

I agree with you that the Tab is effectively a giant phone, however the change in form factor opens up new possibilities and target markets.
 
i don't doubt it. same battery specs as the ipad & galaxy tab though.
 
viven said:
Where'd you get from?
I'm looking for a contract offering but struggling to get something around the R400 mark.
Will go for the outright purchase if I don't come right.
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Dion
 
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