Picking the Tab

From high-end hybrids to affordable utility slates, here’s a list to help you choose what best serves your purpose

From high-end hybrids to affordable utility slates, here’s a list to help you choose what best serves your purpose.

It has been seven years since Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPad and the world lauded its entry. Now that the initial hype has faded, the jury is still out on how long the tab industry will remain in play. The question is – do we really need a tablet when phablets or super-sized smartphones are making a splash along with hybrids and convertibles with touch displays? A couple of years ago, you would have found a market chock-full of interesting choices from every PC and smartphone manufacturer. But with tab sales dwindling, many have pulled out, not leaving you with too many options. In case you are still looking for one, here is a hand-picked list of six top tabs the market has to offer. Read on to see which one takes your fancy in terms of power, performance and design.