Showing posts with label Gadgets and Gizmos. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gadgets and Gizmos. Show all posts

Sunday, 7 July 2013

Choosing an Android Tablet

If you have finally decided to purchase a tablet for the first time, you are in for a treat. Tablets allow the conveniences of a full computer but take up almost no space, not to mention the touch-screen is very fun to use. So many models are available that it can be difficult to pick the right one.
Think about What You Want
Consider what your computer does for you. Think about your phone and its capabilities as well. Then decide what you want from a tablet that these devices cannot give you. If you want to curl up with it like a book, a 7-inch tablet is perfect for holding in one hand. The smaller size is also perfect for watching videos on the Internet, if that appeals to you.
Games tend to be more fun on larger screens. If you have children who will share your new tablet, they may want to play colorful games on a 10-inch tablet. Games and apps can take up space, so you will need a tablet that comes with enough storage to hold your add-ons. When you are the only person using the tablet, you will need significantly less storage. Some tablets can even act as a laptop replacement. The best Android tablet for you is one that can hold all of your information and run your favorite activities, so consider what appeals to you before making a choice.
Consider How You Will Actually Use It
Everyone has wants, but you must be realistic and take into account how the tablet will actually end up being used. If you need a distraction more than you need an advanced electronic device, you and your kids can play games all day on the more affordable models. If you want a fun accessory but know you have to send emails and check statistics all day, the best Android tablet for you will have a fast-processor, advanced WiFi capabilities, and a convenient keyboard.
When making a major purchase, always check customer reviews. They can tell you what advertisements will not and let you know if the product you are looking out is sub-par. Once you have decided what is the best Android tablet for you, check its reviews and see if it holds up. Then, go to the store and try it out. Make sure you have picked something that fits into your lifestyle. You will be much more satisfied with your choice if you make an informed one.

Best iPad Keyboards

Of course, an iPad is fun to use - can get you breezing through pages and pages of whatever-website or level after level of play for hours. But in the productivity department (when you need to accomplish real work) the iPad can be a drag (no offense to the Cupertino-based manufacturer).
Keyboard issues of the iPad is at the crux of the matter. Just try pounding on the on-screen keyboard to form sentences and paragraphs for hours and watch your fingers scream at you. Thus, as the market demanded it, the best iPad keyboards surged forth like water to a thirsty horse.

Battle of Three-way Functionality

In time, as many wannabe products to complete iPad’s lack roll out in the marketplace, two giants emerged, their names raved about and pitted against one another over and over again: ClamCase Pro and Zagg Zaggfolio. (Google-wise)
To examine their merits, we need to take a look at their strengths and weaknesses.
Both these two products offer all-in-one functionality meaning these provide your iPad keyboard, stand and carrying case in one - pretty neat. How these two deliver this promise lies the difference.
Zagg Zaggfolio. Straight right off this is the less expensive product of the two. If that is a plus or a minus depends entirely on what you are looking for. For starters, Zagg offers a keyboard-less option so if you’re really looking to travel light, you may leave Zaggfolio keyboard behind and be content with the stand and the case. This is a benefit over the ClamCase Pro.
Keyboard-wise, however, Zaggfolio like the ClamCase Pro is easy to integrate with your iPad. It allows your iPad to stand in a solid manner, no slippage, very sturdy. Zaggfolio keyboard feedback is a blessing compared to the on-screen option, of course - a little cramped but workable. And a somehow diminutive delete key. (I nearly missed that).
There are two functions, however, that the Zaggfolio may find a little wanting in comparison to the ClamCase Pro. First, is Total Protection. As an iPad protector for carry-arounds, Zaggfolio does not come close with ClamCase as the ClamCase wraps around your iPad like a shell protecting its pearl.
Second, is viewing angle.Here, numbers will suffice: ClamCase can do a 360°turn while Zagg is left with a propped-up lip that allows you a single incline to watch your faves.
ClamCase Pro. Right off the bat, ClamCase Pro will cost you more - about 4 adult burgers in a casual dining resto. Keyboard-wise the Pro will give you a deeper key depression closest thing you can to a real keyboard. It has the same little problem with the Zaggfolio in terms of space though. As both are designed to fit the dimensions of the iPad, keyboard is a little cramped. But much workable than the on-screen option, most definitely.
Though the ClamCase Pro does a better job at protecting your iPad, it also has its quirks and flaws. Let’s just say a design trade-off.
For Total Protection nothing beats a ClamCase Pro, flexibility and functionality rolled into one. An iPad wrapped with a ClamCase is a safe iPad. It is as if both were made in Cupertino. Really. No kidding. And just need one logo.
Like precious diamond, however, the ClamCase packs a little more weight - a small price for many. Word of advice: To get the best iPad accessory for you, watch out for coupons