Tablet PCs for Your Gainesville Apartment
Part e-book reader, part laptop, and part multimedia system, the tablet PC is quickly becoming one of the most popular gadgets around. If you’re considering a portable computer, you may want to check out one of these innovative devices. With more competitors producing these devices, tablets are becoming more affordable every day so there’s never been a better time to buy.
The first thing you’ll want to do is look into the different tablet PCs on the market so you can narrow your options. Some of the most popular models include:
- Apple iPad
- Samsung Q1
- HP Compaq TC1100
- Samsung Galaxy Tab
These devices come with a myriad of different features that you’ll want to consider. For example, many use a stylus for control similar to PDAs, while others use a touch screen interface. While the stylus model may be better for precise work and hand-writing notes, touch screen interfaces can be much easier to use. The type of screen can also affect battery life – and the lighting and sensors used in them vary widely between products.
Another important aspect of these mobile devices is their connectivity. While most have an integrated networking card that can connect to wireless hotspots, many can also connect 3G telephone networks. You’ll want to be sure that any tablet PC you choose can interface with the 3G provider you want, if you’re looking to get online without searching for a hotspot.
But the most important difference between all of these tablets is their operating systems. The operating system on your tablet PC will determine what programs you can run, and consequently everything your tablet is capable of doing.
Keep these things in mind when you’re looking at tablet PCs and you’re sure to find the one that’s right for you. If you live at Bellamay Grand and need a computer to look up some information on these devices, feel free to use the Internet-connected computer at the business center in our Gainesville apartment community. For more information on joining our community, contact us today.