How does a tablet PC work? Easily explained
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In this article we explain how the tablet PC works and for whom a tablet is suitable. Many people are considering a tablet, especially as a notebook replacement - but is it worth it?
This is how a tablet PC works
Technical innovations are not in short supply in today's age. The tablet was able to prevail between the innovations:
- A tablet PC is basically a computer that has functions similar to those of a smartphone or a PC.
- In contrast to laptops or netbooks, the tablet is usually only operated with the touch surface. A mouse is not required and keyboards are optional.
- A tablet PC is more similar to a smartphone: the main difference is the size, because tablets are designed to be operated with both hands and therefore have a larger screen size.
- Tablets also have no telephone function - another difference to the smartphone.
- You can still use the Internet. With the tablet you can log in to a WiFi network and access the Internet.
- Some tablets are also equipped with a 3G / UMTS module so that you can access the Internet on the go. To do this, however, you need a data plan.
Who are tablet PCs suitable for?
- Tablets are small computers. You can use it to do almost anything you would do on a computer. In addition, you can access many apps that are otherwise only available on smartphones.
- The tablets are space-saving than laptops and are also quicker to use. They are therefore well suited for smaller tasks, such as writing emails or updating the calendar. You can also use Word, Excel and Co.
- Due to the larger screen, the tablets offer more "work space" than regular smartphones.
- The tablet can also be entertaining: you access the same app store as for smartphones and can download countless games. You can also watch videos from YouTube and films on the tablet.
- In summary, a tablet PC combines the flexibility of the smartphone with the task of the computer. However, it is not a complete replacement of the two devices. The tablet is too large for making calls and too impractical for editing very large Excel tables. So whether a tablet is worthwhile depends heavily on the area of application.
Tablets in the test
1
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 "256GB LTE (MTHV2FD / A / MTHV2KN / A)
final grade
1.3
Very good
Review
- Display (1.0)
- Performance (1.0)
- Facilities (1.5)
- Battery (2.1)
price
from € 1, 299.00
price estimate
Expensive (4.4)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Real)
TO THE SHOP
(Real)
2
Apple iPad Pro 11 "256GB LTE (MU102FD / A / MU102KN / A)
final grade
1.3
Very good
Review
- Display (1, 2)
- Performance (1.0)
- Facilities (1.5)
- Battery (1.8)
price
from € 1, 111.80
price estimate
Expensive (4.0)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Rakuten)
TO THE SHOP
(Rakuten)
3
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 128GB LTE (SM-T865NZAA)
final grade
1.4
Very good
Review
- Display (1, 2)
- Performance (1.4)
- Equipment (1, 2)
- Battery (1.9)
price
from € 679.74
price estimate
Acceptable (3.1)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Böttcher AG office market)
TO THE SHOP
(Böttcher AG office market)
4
Apple iPad Air 3 256GB LTE (MV0N2FD / A)
final grade
1.4
Very good
Review
- Display (1, 1)
- Performance (1.3)
- Facilities (1.0)
- Battery (2.7)
price
from € 760.57
price estimate
Acceptable (3.0)
price comparison
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TO THE SHOP
(Rakuten)
TO THE SHOP
(Rakuten)
5
Apple iPad Air 3 64GB (MUUJ2FD / A)
final grade
1.5
Very good
Review
- Display (1, 1)
- Performance (1.2)
- Facilities (1.8)
- Battery (2.2)
price
from € 489.18
price estimate
Very cheap (1.3)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Rakuten)
TO THE SHOP
(Rakuten)
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In the next article we will show whether a tablet or notebook is more worthwhile.
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