IOS, ANDROID OR

WINDOWS?

You’ve got three choices of operating system when buying a tablet. Choose that one that ts with your other devices, and you know how to operate.

CONVERTIBLE

Some tablets can transform into a miniature laptop with the addition of a keyboard base. They tend to be bigger and more expensive, but also more versatile.

SCREEN SIZE

One of the biggest differentiators of tablets is their size. The bigger it is, the more capable the hardware within, but the higher the price tag.

METAL VS PLASTIC

Metal tablets tend to last longer than plastic versions, but this weakness can easily be solved with an affordable protective case.

BUDGET

Entry-level tablets can be bought for less than $ , while convertible PC tablets running Windows, such as Microsoft’s Surface Pro , can easily cost a couple of grand.

BATTERY LIFE

if you’re going to be using your tablet all-day, every day, try to get something that has a solid hour or better battery life

CAMERA AND MIC

one of the most popular uses for a tablet is as a cheap VOIP platform. If you want to Skype your family, make sure the tablet has a built-in camera and mic.

KEYBOARDS

if your tablet is going to be doing a lot of word processing or other data-entry intensive duties, we highly recommend buying an optional Bluetooth keyboard. The onscreen keyboards are good for short emails, but nothing more.