Been wondering as to what are the exact few things to be taken into consideration before buying a tablet this Christmas? Here we make it easy for you through the ten cool tips which you might like to consider before you make the purchase:
1.Know What You Need Your Tablet For
It is crucial to know as to what exactly you need your tablet for. If you intend to use the device for regular surfing, emails, chatting, web-check, watching movies or playing games then more or less any tablet can serve your purpose. But if the requirement stems from more professional needs, then you need to definitely brainstorm before picking the correct tab. So, first figure out as to what exactly you need your tablet for. The proceed to the next steps.
2. Choose the Correct Operating System (OS)
Probably in today’s tab market what distinguishes a good tab from a local one is distinctly the OS on which it is pivoted. Tablet users mostly prefer working on multiple windows, simultaneously using various apps. Of course poor OS can crash down functionalities or get hang very quick. Clearly, that can be extremely annoying. Imagine being in the climax of a game or drafting a crucial mail and the OS goes on a standstill. Not a happy situation! So, it is almost a make and mar decision when it comes to picking the OS for your tab. Do not compromise. The three best Operating Systems available in the market currently are: Google’s Android 4.4 Kitkat, Apple’s iOS7 and Microsoft Windows 8.
3. Have Your Mind Set on the Features You Need
There is a huge difference between the Features you need and the Features you desire to have in your tablet. In case you want to make a budget purchase, then you need to know which Features you need rather than being all around the place, ending up having everything unnecessary in your new tab. If you have already made the choice of your OS, you need to narrow down on the list of Features now. Users choosing Apple (iOS) have less to sweat in this category but users opting for other Operating Systems got some serious tasks to accomplish. Compare features across various manufacturers. Few aspects you should be careful about are: battery life, WI-FI compatibility- 3G/4G access, cameras, graphic pixels, audio-video quality, etc.
4. And Then Comes the Inevitable- Apps?
What is a tablet without good Apps in it? Now of course, if you intend to have access to all the possible Apps of the world then Apple’s iPad is the only solution for that but even Google Android is making some bold strides in the App front. It is a bit difficult to give a sold number on as to exactly how many tablet-optimized Android tabs are available in the market but then it is not too less either. Windows 8 also has myriads of touch-screen- friendly tablet Apps but then as an user, you need to decide just what and how many Apps you might use in real life. Remember, a day has only 24 hours and you need to sleep, eat, pray and love as well.
5. Pick the Correct Size Tablet You Need
Do not go overboard here. Pick the size you need and you think will be easy for you to carry. Tablets are meant for mobile usage. They are meant to be super handy and easy to carry devices. So decide if you want the largest possible screen or a pocket friendly tab. A rough and tough tab or a delicate, sleek and stylish piece? Is it meant only for adult use or the kid in the house might be playing games in it and occasionally carrying it to school? Tablet screens range in size from 7’’ to about 10’’, and weights vary from slightly less than 1 pound to more than 2.5 pounds. So before you make the online purchase, seek clarity in terms of screen size, pack size and weight. It is important because a lot of its usage will depend directly on its look and weight.
6. Resolution of the Screen Matters
Apple’s Retina Display is clearly the torch bearer in this front but even if you are not aiming to invest on an Apple tab just right now, you should be very discreet about the resolution capacity of the tab you choose. Screen resolution is important even if you are not intending to stick with your tab all your waking hours. Simply because, poor resolution tires the eyes too quick. It would not be half fun to watch a film or a video, read an e-book or pdf, or play games in your tab if the screen graphic is poor and of low quality.
7. The Battery Life of Your Tab Matters a Lot
Almost all good brands of tablets promise battery life lasting from the range of 8 – 10 hours. A long battery life of your tab causes less harassment and makes the device far more reliable.
8. Take the Storage Capacity of the Tab into Consideration
Storage can be of two types in a tab: internal and external so when you think about it while purchasing your tab, think both. Having extra storage means more room for archiving your photographs, content, memos, notes, games, videos, music, etc. so even if you need to put a few extra bucks forward for this, probably, it is worth the penny. But there are tablets that come with memory card slots as well so that the memory can be extended in your device. So slapping a big memory card inside the low spaced tab is also an option now.
9. Should be Cost-effective as Well as User Satisfying
It is always cool to have the most expensive gadget in your bag or pocket, simply because it not only gives you the bragging rights but also immense satisfaction but then expensive does not always mean brilliant! So if you do not want everything, absolutely everything packed in one beast-of-a-device, then list down things you need in your tab and choose from the variety of good options available in the market. Stay within the budget you have allocated for the tab and don’t forget that the piece would need various other accessories as well.
10. Consider the Resale Value
If you get bored easily (and too easily in case of gadgets) and prefer getting rid of just few months old or year old stuff, then consider the resale value of the gizmo. That way, you stay in profit and in a win-win situation.
