This topic have always been a hot issue to debate . Whether the galaxy tab is better or the ipad is better ? As both an ipad and a galaxy tab user . I have to say they both has is both advantages and disadvantages . I will compare the ipad 2 and galaxy tab 10.1 as i have both these tablets .
Apple iPad 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1: Specifications
| Feature | Apple iPad 2 | Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 | Verdict? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating system (OS) | Apple iOS 4 (upgradeable to iOS 5) | Google Android 3.1 'Honeycomb' | iPad 2 |
| Display size | 9.7in | 10.1in | Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
| Display technology | Capacitive LED-backlit IPS | Capacitive PLS TFT | Draw |
| Display resolution | 1024x768 pixels | 1280x800 pixels | Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
| Multitouch | Yes | Yes | Draw |
| Front camera | VGA | 2 megapixels | Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
| Rear camera | 0.7 megapixels, no flash | 3 megapixels, LED flash, autofocus, geotagging | Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
| Video recording | Yes, 720p HD | Yes, 720p HD | Draw |
| GPS | Yes | Yes | Draw |
| Internal memory | 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB | 16GB or 32GB | iPad 2 |
| Expandable memory | None | None | Draw |
| Dimensions | 241.2 x 185.7 x 8.8mm | 256.7.4 x 175.3 x 8.6mm | Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
| Weight | 607g | 565g | Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
| Application store | Apple App Store | Google Android Market | iPad 2 |
| Processor | Apple A5 dual-core (1GHz) | ARM Cortex A9 dual-core (1GHz) | Draw |
| RAM | 512MB | 1GB | Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
| 3G | Wi-Fi only and Wi-Fi + 3G models | Wi-Fi only and Wi-Fi + 3G models | Draw |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes | Draw |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 with A2DP | 3.0 with A2DP | Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
| HDMI-out | No (Yes, with optional digital AV adapter) | No (Yes, with optional HDTV adapter) | Draw |
| USB port | No | No | Draw |
| Quoted battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 9 hours | iPad 2 |
| Adobe Flash support | No | Yes | Galaxy Tab 10.1 |
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These are the specifications of both the tablets . You can see for yourself , they are mostly draw in every aspect .
But to me , the ipad is a more user-friendly device compared to the galaxy tab . The galaxy tab however can be a very strong device if one know how to use it and maximized it's performance . In terms of gaming however , nvidia tegra 2 processor in galaxy tab is also better for graphics, gaming and other programs that require good graphics .
In terms of display , the galaxy tab has a bigger display than the ipad therefore it can be a more suitable device for gaming and watching movies . The galaxy tab has a more plastic and cheap feel however it is still a suitable weight to carry around however the ipad has a more metallic feel and it's shine never fail to impress me .
For the battery life , the ipad definitely beats the galaxy tab . For once , i got to used the ipad for a whole week with about 1 hour of music , 1 hour of gaming and 1 hour of browsing internet . For the same actions in the galaxy tab , i could only get half a week from it's battery.
In terms of the apps , App Store is definitely a better option compared to the Android Market . Until today , the android market could never exceed the quality and quantity of the apps in the App Store . However , there is no doubt that the Android Market is indeed catching up really fast to the App Store and has definitely build a reputation among all of us
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 does not have a HDMI-out connection however samsung sells an optional HDTV adapter that includes the HDMI out . Therefore , one can watch movies through the HDMI port through other devices as well . On the other hand ,The iPad 2 lacks a full sized USB port, or a HDMI-out connection, but users can purchase an Apple Digital AV adapter accessory that allows the iPad to be connected to a television via HDMI. Unfortunately, iPad users will also need to purchase the optional iPad Camera Connection Kit to connect either a digital camera via USB, or a full sized SD card slot.
These are all I have to say for both these tremendously good tablets . They both certainly have their both adavantages and disadvantages . If you ask me which is the one to get , I will call you to get it both . However , if you must choose between one of it , you should then just wait for the next generation of the galaxy tab as it promises a large improvement over the currently new ipad .
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