Key Specs For The Asus Eee Pad
Since its release the Asus Eee Pad has been a strong rival to the top android tablets. Thanks to a low price point, without compromise to processing power or features, it’s a very attractive option for anyone looking for an Android alternative to the king of the tablets, the iPad 2. Considering that it has a 12-inch screen and the new Transformer accessory, you mght ask yourself id it is a tablet pc you should buy?
Asus Eee Pad-Specifications
- 12-inch screen
- Gone public in 2011
- 1280 x 800 resolution
- Operates on Android 3.0
- Costs $450 – $500
- Storage options: 16GB and 32GB
- Weighs 1.5 lb. / 0.68 kg
What’s Great About The Asus Eee Pad?
Price: If you analyze the price of available tablets on the market, such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab, the EEE Pad should be the first choice. Having the same processor it is a real rival to the the the other high-end Android tabs, but with a lower price tag!
Screen: The screen is very large compared to its rivals, which gives great potential for viewing movies, sheet music, presentations or simply typing on a larger keyboard. High HD resolution is of course included. The Gorilla Glass means that the glass is sturdy and scratch-resistant.
Cameras: The Asus EEE comes with two cameras. The 1.3-megapixel camera on the front is enough for video chats over the internet. And, at 5 megapixels, the rear-facing camera is one of the highest quality options available on a tablet today. Having the ability to record HD videos, and the HDMI output port the Asus EEE lets you watch your videos on big screen HDTVs as well.
Flash: Unlike the iPad, the Asus Eee Pad supports Flash. This means that you’ll be able to view Flash content around the web, whether that means a Flash-based website, Flash games or Flash videos. It is good to have this feature, although there are other technologies to play most videos on devices that don’t support Flash.
Keyboard Dock Accessory – The Eee Pad Transformer: Asus have created the Eee Pad Transformer not just as a keyboard dock for this tablet, but also as a way to greatly extend its functionality. This will cost you extra, however when you plug it in you’ll benefit from the following: * Specific Android function keys for comfort, * 2x USB 2.0 ports (for connecting external storage or other devices), * A 4-in-one card reader that means you can read memory cards from cameras or other devices, and even save data from the tablet to your cards.
It effectively transforms your tablet into a netbook bridging the gap between your tablet and desktop computer. It makes multitasking and typing a breeze: perfect for anyone who uses it for work or college. The Asus Transformer looks just like a stylish netbook computer, when connected to the keyboard dock.
Battery Life: When it comes to mobilty the 9-hour battery life makes the Asus Eee Pad a serious contender. Even better, if you use your Eee Pad along with the keyboard dock, you can extend the battery life up to 16 hours in total. This is better than any other tablet on the market, and could be a huge factor for you if you like to work away from a power source but know you’ll still have the space to connect the dock.
Asus Eee Pad – What Are the Great Disadvantages?
Weight: Unfortunately, the Asus Eee Pad is noticeably heavier than other tablets on the market, however it is still more than light enough to carry around. In the world of tablet computers, where devices are primarily held in the hands, this weight does matter and may affect usability.
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