Tech Question by a Low Tech Redneck

[Hoosier Cowboy]

Okay gang, got a tech question for those that know more about that kind of stuff than I do which is probably about 85% of INGO. Looking for something similar to an IPad without the $700 price tag that will allow you to surf the net,watch movies and all that good stuff. Are tablets basically the same as the IPads??

 

[45calibre]

they are sort of, they just have different operating systems and features. if you want something for movies get the nexus 10, its about $500 and has an awesome screen.

 

[Hoosier Daddy]

Yup. Both are tablets. The iPads start at $500 for wifi only.
The Android tablets run cheaper.
The Cromebooks look pretty cool too. A $250 laptop.

 

[rockhopper46038]

Pretty much. The iPad runs on a proprietary Apple operating system, which some people like and others think is restrictive. But essentially the iPad is just the most currently popular tablet PC among lots of choices.

 

[sixty8firebird1]

Look into a refurbished iPad. My dad bought one a year or two ago and you couldn't tell any difference between his and my brothers brand new one. They come with the same warranty as a brand new one and if I recall correctly, it was a little over half the cost of a brand new one. He uses it 2-3hrs a day and its still going strong.

 

[Dj15802]

If you like the IPad check into a. Refurbished one from Apple. They come with same warranty and are less money.
Refurbished iPad - Apple Certified, 1-Year Warranty - Apple Store (U.S.)
I know several people that have purchased one and they haven't had any problems.

 

[LANShark42]

Go iPad refurb

You can get a refurb'ed 32GB Wi-Fi only 3rd Gen iPad for $469 direct from the Apple store. I've bought several refurb items from Apple and have never had that first problem. If my family was looking, I would tell them to buy Apple refurbs. Hundreds of thousands of quality apps. Very easy to use. I don't know about you, but I can find free Wi-Fi almost anywhere I go. I see no need to get a tablet with a data plan unless you have a SERIOUS need for it.

 

[darkkevin]

it's no ipad, but t-star has a kindle fire that she absolutely loves! watch movies, surf the web , music etc. everything you want/need and a $200 pricetag.

 

[LANShark42]

it's no ipad, but t-star has a kindle fire that she absolutely loves! watch movies, surf the web , music etc. everything you want/need and a $200 pricetag.

Kindle Fire is a good choice if you don't mind the smaller 7" screen. My sister has a 7" Fire HD. She's very happy with it.

 

[Hoosier Cowboy]

Was looking at the Kindle Fires online, they sound great but not sure how the 7" screen would be for movies. I like the $200 better than $400 plus..lol

 

[A_Brit_In_Indy]

You have a choice, as many have said, iPads are coming down in price, I also have a nook HD that does everything the iPad does, you can now get a kindle tablet, I even saw the Polaroid tablets in Steinmart for $78, all you do with those is delete the operating system and reload it with the latest android software.

 

[Hoosier Cowboy]

Just found a Mach Speed Trio Stealth 9.7" Android tablet at KMart for $149

 

[Bunnykid68]

Take a look at the Asus pads too

 

[Hoosier Cowboy]

Just found this one on Wal-Mart's site...sounds great for what I'm looking for

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Tablet PC, 7" Touchscreen - Walmart.com

 

[rdtracing94]

Im am using a samsung galaxy tab 2 . 10 inch . Does everything I need it to do plus more.

 

[rdtracing94]

Just found this one on Wal-Mart's site...sounds great for what I'm looking for

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Tablet PC, 7" Touchscreen - Walmart.com

Thats just like the one I'm on now but 3 inches smaller screen size. Ive had it for 4 months now and no problems at all . I use it for everything.

 

[Hoosier Cowboy]

How much was the 10" screen one?

 

[the1kidd03]

my wife and I really like the Google nexus

It's affordable and everything comes from Google play which you can access on other machines too

 

[rdtracing94]

Right at 300.

 

[dans4420]

bought my wife tyhe kindle fire 199 plays netflix surfs web and plays games good to go