From the many online reviews, the Nexus 7 has got to be the tablet to beat in the 7-inch category. For mere $199 you get to own a highly specced Android tablet produced by Asus in collaboration with Google.
Nexus 7 Specifications
Tablet name : Google Nexus 7
Dimensions : 198.5 x 120 x 10.45 mm
Display : 7", TFT active matrix (LED backlight)
Display Resolution : 1280 x 800 (216 ppi)
Weight : 340g
OS : Android 4.1 - Jelly Bean
Processor : 1.3GHz, NVidia Tegra 3, Quad-Core
Storage : 8 GB and 16 GB
RAM : 1 GB
Communications : NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Camera : Front-facing only - 1.2 MP
Location navigation : GPS receiver
Multimedia : Audio Microphone , Speaker
Interface : 1 x Micro-USB
Battery Capacity : 4325 mAh, about 10 hours run time
Other features : Gyro sensor, Accelerometer, Magnetometer
Announced : 27 June 2012
Available : TBA (probably third quarter of 2012)
This will be much more affordable than the locally produced but yet to be release 1Mpad, or 1Malaysia Pad which is priced at RM999 (US$330).
The Nexus 7 is priced at $199 (RM630) for the 8GB storage and $249 (RM790) for the 16GB variant. With the increasing size of apps in the market, the 16GB is a better option considering the fact that this tablet has no SD expansion slot. But for the budget conscious the 8GB unit should do just fine.
I mentioned not too long ago that that in future heavy school bags could be replaced by affordable tablet computer. This may just pave the way to have the idea a go.
Specification-wise, this seem to be the best Android tablet yet, but until you get to touch and fiddle with the gadget yourself, this is just a paper claim. If industry norm is to be followed by Google-ASUS, the tablet should be available in two to three weeks from now.
Con:
Having no rear-facing camera is not a good news when most tablets offer it. But 3G connectivity is a deal breaker for me as WiFi is not yet widely available here, especially when you travel outside of the city. So, I may just pass this one.
But for RM599, it is very tempting to get the 8GB version as a second/backup tablet.
Image credit: PC World
Nexus 7 Specifications
Tablet name : Google Nexus 7
Dimensions : 198.5 x 120 x 10.45 mm
Display : 7", TFT active matrix (LED backlight)
Display Resolution : 1280 x 800 (216 ppi)
Weight : 340g
OS : Android 4.1 - Jelly Bean
Processor : 1.3GHz, NVidia Tegra 3, Quad-Core
Storage : 8 GB and 16 GB
RAM : 1 GB
Communications : NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Camera : Front-facing only - 1.2 MP
Location navigation : GPS receiver
Multimedia : Audio Microphone , Speaker
Interface : 1 x Micro-USB
Battery Capacity : 4325 mAh, about 10 hours run time
Other features : Gyro sensor, Accelerometer, Magnetometer
Announced : 27 June 2012
Available : TBA (probably third quarter of 2012)
This will be much more affordable than the locally produced but yet to be release 1Mpad, or 1Malaysia Pad which is priced at RM999 (US$330).
The Nexus 7 is priced at $199 (RM630) for the 8GB storage and $249 (RM790) for the 16GB variant. With the increasing size of apps in the market, the 16GB is a better option considering the fact that this tablet has no SD expansion slot. But for the budget conscious the 8GB unit should do just fine.
I mentioned not too long ago that that in future heavy school bags could be replaced by affordable tablet computer. This may just pave the way to have the idea a go.
Any resemblance to the iPad? Image credit: wptv.com
Specification-wise, this seem to be the best Android tablet yet, but until you get to touch and fiddle with the gadget yourself, this is just a paper claim. If industry norm is to be followed by Google-ASUS, the tablet should be available in two to three weeks from now.
Con:
Having no rear-facing camera is not a good news when most tablets offer it. But 3G connectivity is a deal breaker for me as WiFi is not yet widely available here, especially when you travel outside of the city. So, I may just pass this one.
But for RM599, it is very tempting to get the 8GB version as a second/backup tablet.
