Ipads and Ipad Alternatives

While the Apple Ipad is undoubtedly the biggest selling tablet at the moment, there are now a whole range of new tablets by other manufacturers starting to appear. Here is a list of some of the most popular.

Apple Ipad

Features

• 9.7-inch Multi-Touch enabled tablet
• Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n) and Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity
• Surf the web, write email, enjoy photos, films, YouTube videos, and more
• Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music
• iPad will run almost 140,000 apps from the App Store

Samsung P1000 Galaxy Tab Smart Media Device

Introducing the Samsung Galaxy Tab, Samsung's first 7-inch, all-in-one portable Android device. With Samsung movies and iPlayer, voice and video calling, plus music, camera, apps and a super fast processor, it's everything for everywhere. As compact and flexible as a smartphone but with a huge 7-inch (17.8 cm) display, the Galaxy Tab offers rich PC-like functions and yet weighs only 380 grams. The combination of telephone and video calling functions, mobile Internet, Entertainment Center, and easy-to-use navigation are available whenever you need them. With the Android 2.2 operating system you can access thousands of apps in the Android Market, and easily exchange data between devices with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Adobe Flash 10.1 support provides full enjoyment when viewing Flash-based websites. ThinkFree is preinstalled for on the move access to locally stored online or Office documents. The Samsung Galaxy Tab: unlimited diversity, always and everywhere.



Froyo 8" A8 Cortex Freescale IMX515 2.2 Google Android Tablet PC

This 8 inch Google Android Tablet PC is our first to sport the latest 2.2 Android Operating system codename FROYO. Using this device immediately elevates you above the best of the current crop of Android Tablets. It's advanced Freescale Chipset and Cortex Processor combine well to give it a fluid feeling interface not yet seen outwith the Apple iPad family.
Cortex A8 800MHZ(1.2G max) cpu
Freescale imx515 Chipset
512mb DDR Memory
4GB NAND FLASH (Expandable to 32GB by memory card)
Android 2.2 Operating System
8 inch TFT LCD( Touch Panel) 800*600 (4:3)
Support 1080P
G-sensor,
Flash 10.1
WIFI: Wireless LAN 802.11b/g
Built in Stereo Speakers
External Microphone, 3.5mm Earphone
Battery: 2600MAH
Work time: 4 hours
Standby time: 36 hours
Office apps compatible with WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, PDF, TXT
MSN, SKYPE, E-mail, Youtube
Audio: MP3,WMA,MP2,OGG,AAC,M4A,MA4,FLAC,APE,3GP,WAV
Video: AVI, RM, RMVB, MKV, WMV, MOV, MP4, PMP, MPEG, MPG, FLV, 3GP, MPG
Weight: 477g
Size: 214 x 160 x 13mm( side edge 7mm) Package: 1 x USB 2.0 cable(Female) 1 x Adapter 1 x Earphone 1 x User Manual 1 x USB 2.0 cable(Male)

ARCHOS 7 Home Tablet 8GB

Perfect for enjoying and sharing your multimedia content, the Archos 7 Home Tablet boasts a built-in 8 GB hard drive and works with almost all major video, audio and photo formats.  The 7 Home Tablet's integrated memory can be increased via the expansion slot where you can hook up an SDHC media card. The 7-inch touch display with high resolution (800 x 480 pixels) is great for watching 720p HD movies.   The host of connectors makes it possible to hook up a variety of peripherals such as a computer mouse, keyboard or storage system. Plus, you can attach the Archos 7 Home Tablet to your TV through the composite video output.  Based on Android, this media tablet gives you instant access to an entire library of applications through the AppsLib portal. You can use the web browser to catch up on news, or keep in contact with friends and family with the e-mail programme and social networks. Made for use at home, the ARCHOS 7 Home Tablet is a must-have for any technology fan!

BUDGET TABLETS

Cheaper in price, but in most occassions you get what you pay for (lower build quality, resistive rather than capacitive screens etc). However, most people cannot afford to pay the high prices that are currently being asked for the high end tablets, so if you want a tablet but don't want to spend much money, these may be worth a look.

7" EX900 2GB Android 1.7 Tablet PC

The ideal ebook reader, mobile email and media entertainment device at a cheap price. High on specification and low on price, the is the best performing tablet at this price point.

1.CPU:Samsung 32bit

2.Dishplay:Using Highlight Screen Technology 7 inch WSVGA LED 16:9 Resolution:800 X 480
3.RAM:128M DDR2
4.ROM Flash:2GB NAND-Flash
5.WIFI:802.11b/g/n
6.3G:N/A
7.I/O Ports: 1)1pcs*USB 2.0(Standard USB port)
2)1pcs*-SD card reader
3)1pcs*3.5mm stereophone;1pcs*miscophone
4)1pcs*DC power inputjack
5)2pcs*8O/1W speaker stereo
8.Keys:TOP:Power On/Off
9.Dimensiom:98mm X 118MM x 15mm
10.Weight:1.0kg(with package)
11.O.S:Google Android 1.7 ,Support 69 languages
12.Adaptor:AC100-240V.50-60HZ DC9V 1A
13.Battery:Lithium polymer batteries with 7.4v 1300mA/h
14.Working time:with WIFI working :2H   standby time :3H
15.Android Android system own software:1)Wed:Brower-ChromeLite;Google Maps;Email
2)Entertainment:Gallery/Music
3)Tool:Calendar/Alarm/Music
4)System Management:APK mounter
16.Entertainment:Media Player-Music(MP3/WMA),Video,Tudou/Photo Frame/Take picture/REC/Look under the melody song/IPTV etc.
17.Mini tools:Note Paper/Weather/Clock



JSM M002 GOOGLE ANDROID TABLET PC

With the advent of Apple's (by now) famous iPad, a whole new breed of device has evolved. Not just an e-book reader but not quite a fully fledged PC. Our handheld tablet netbook combines the versatility of a Google Android operating system with a fast WiFi connection and a brilliant touch screen interface.


The ability to play MP3 music through the built in speaker or with earphones (not included) and play video, utilising the industry standard AVI (320 x 240) format make this device more of a home entertainment centre than a tablet PC.


The google android operating system is intuitive and easy to use with applications for SKYPE, EMAIL, MSN and office programs sharing compatibity with WORD, EXCEL and POWERPOINT documents.

The 7 inch full colour TFT screen is a joy to use both from a visible and a tactile perspective. No mouse, no keyboard, no clutter - this all-in-one device will have the whole family wanting one !

* VIA MW8505 600mHz CPU
* 7" TFT LCD Screen - 800 x 480
* Supports MP3 and AVI (320 x 240) music / video formats
* Supports WORD, EXCEL & Powerpoint docs
* Email
* PDF Reader
* WiFi Protocol 802.11 B/G
* SKYPE / MSN
* Stereo Output
* Expandable to 16GB Micro SD / TF Card
* Ipod Dock Connector

Disgo Tablet 6000 Touch Screen Tablet

With an ultra thin body of less than 15mm and a comfortable 7” large screen, the Disgo Tablet 6000 is small enough to give you ultimate portability and big enough to satisfy all your entertainment needs!
Thousands of applications at your finger tips through Android apps marketplace; user friendly Android 2.1 operation system enables you to tailor make the unit to suit whatever your entrainment needs are.
Internet access via Wi-Fi hot spots; Email, YouTube, Social Networking, Games, Photo, Music, Video and more. Pre-loaded applications include YouTube, E Book reader, HD capable media player, Skyfire browser, Slide Me (Android apps market), Free 2GB Micro SD card and carry bag included.