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Guide to Choosing Tablet Computers

Tablet computers offer the mobility of a smartphone and the power of a laptop, yet they’re the size of a pad of paper. Unlike laptop computers, however, where users navigate and interact with the desktop using a mouse and keyboard, tablet computers use touch screen interaction.

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

  • Wi-Fi vs 3G/4G capable: If you’re going to be using your tablet at home, connect your tablet to your Wi-Fi network. That way, you won’t need to pay for a 3G or 4G data plan through a service provider. However, if mobility is a priority, you should look into getting a 3G or 4G data plan with a service provider. If you’re going to be using your tablet only for reading, an eBook reader is probably all you need.

  • 3G vs 4G: These numbers measure the speed of a mobile Internet connection. 4G connectivity is the fastest connection available for mobile devices, but will also consume more data compared to a 3G connection.

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

Decide which features are most important to you in a tablet computer, then filter our list based on your preferences.

With 120 tablet computers to choose from, we can help find the best one for you.

How to Find Tablet Computers

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.
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13.085
Fact: The best tablet computer is the Apple iPad with Wi-Fi + 4G (Third Generation) which has a Smart Rating of
100
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Average Battery Life
The average battery life is the average duration a tablet can operate between full charges. Battery life mostly depends on what you are using it for. If you are streaming HD videos, the battery life of your tablet probably won't last as long as if you were using it to surf the Web.
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215.49400
Features
Features include a variety of multi-media and display options. When choosing the tablet that is right for you, it is important to decide what features you really need and would use and narrow your search to focus on products that have those particular features.

Features Options: 
3D, 3G, 4G capable, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Barometer, Bluetooth, Digital compass, FM receiver, FM transmitter, Front-facing camera, G-sensor, GPS navigation, Graphics accelerator, Gyroscope, HD playback, Microphone, Multi-touch screen, Rear-facing camera, Video recording, Webcam, ...
Internal Storage
Internal Storage is the amount of data the tablet can hold. One thing to look for is if you can add more storage; some tablets have a small amount of internal storage but you can add a good amount of removable storage whereas others you cannot add any storage so what you see is what you get.
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0.2620.95250
Fact: The average internal storage of a tablet computers is 26GB.
Operating System
The operating system is the platform on which the tablet runs. Before buying a tablet, try out several operating systems to see which one you prefer. All operating systems come with advantages and disadvantages, so it’s best to survey the market.

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


Operating System Options: 
Android, iOS, Windows 7, GNU/Linux, Blackberry OS, Other
Screen Size
Screen size is the diagonal measurement of a tablet’s display in inches. Larger screens are easier to read. However, a larger screen also means a heavier tablet. Refer to the section below to learn about the available screen sizes of tablet computers.
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2.808.4214
Fact: The average screen size of tablet computers in our database is 8.42 inches.
Weight
The tablet's weight is measured in pounds. The weight of a tablet computer is important to consider if you plan on carrying your tablet computer around with you. For frequent travelers, a smaller, lighter tablet will be a good choice. Tablet computers are very light in general, but if weight is a particular concern for you, filter our list by weight to find what best meets your needs.
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What to Avoid in Tablet Computers

  • Make sure you’re getting the tablet you need, and don’t go overboard with the features. This will also keep down the price of your tablet.

  • If you’re going to be carrying your tablet with you everywhere, make sure it’s not too heavy. While most tablets are fairly mobile devices, a very light device can be particularly nice on a long trip.

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Rating Sources: CNET, PC Mag, Engadget, PC World, and MacWorld