zlim Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 Now that two new tablets just appeared at a lower price and with micro sd slots, I want to see first hand the HP 7 Slate and the Acer Iconia A1-810. My question: when you turn the tablet on and have no access point, can you still use the back facing camera? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross549 Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 I have never heard of the camera on a tablet not working because a network was not available. Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LilBambi Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Me either. If any camera would be related to an internet connection, you would think it might be the 'webcam' on the front used for Skype, etc. But even that isn't generally related to an internet connection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zlim Posted May 11, 2013 Author Share Posted May 11, 2013 I have zero experience with tablets. I never came close to even looking at one. No one I know owns one. So my questions might seem silly to those of you who have experience. As I think of something else, I'll ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corrine Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 We got the picture, Liz. "Mr. Plodr" got a new computer so now you want a new toy too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zlim Posted May 12, 2013 Author Share Posted May 12, 2013 Not really. Mr. Plodr got a refurbed computer! He has 3. One running 2K, one running XP and one running 7. He hasn't fired up the newest one much. I'm thinking about a replacement for my 7" netbook that I travel with. If i get a tablet, it will replace the netbook and camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abarbarian Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 http://reviews.cnet.com/2733-3126_7-936-3.html http://www.androidfornook.com/forum/index.php While the Nexus 7 is still the best small tablet, the Nook HD's low price (especially now), sharp screen, expandable memory, and great app selection significantly increases its appeal. The Nook HD is one of the best small tablets you can buy. Have a read at the above. You can buy a hack for $9.99, AndroidForNook software downloads for the Nook HD operate best on SanDisk class 4 cards. Extensive testing by Android developers proves other brands and classes do not work as well. AFN only sells and provides support for SanDisk class 4 micro SD cards. Once your card is loaded, simply insert the card, turn on your Nook and it boots into Android - it is that easy! Unleash the unique experience that Jelly Bean brings to the Nook HD with elegant graphics and user interfcace. Jelly Bean is the latest Android version from Google (version 4.2.2). This AFN Jelly Bean version for the Nook HD is a dual boot "hybrid" version. Have fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross549 Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 I have zero experience with tablets. I never came close to even looking at one. No one I know owns one. So my questions might seem silly to those of you who have experience. As I think of something else, I'll ask. There are no stupid questions. :-) Ask away. Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LilBambi Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 (edited) Very true Adam! The Nexus 7 is an excellent choice and there is a comparison recently between the Nexus 7 and the HP Slate if I can find it again. But I also saw the very nice Nook HD that now has access to Google Play directly. Very cool. Here's ZDNet recent on it: Say hello to the new Nook HD With just one software update including the Google Play app store, the Barnes & Noble Nook HD and its 10-inch big-brother Nook HD+ tablet have become very interesting low-end Android tablets. Full review at ZDNET here: At 0.68 pounds, it's as light as an iPad mini, and lighter than a Nexus 7 or Kindle Fire HD. For all of its lightness, I found it to be the most comfortable tablet-like device for long periods of reading I've found to date, which is why I bought one late last year. Under the case, you'll find a dual-core, 1.3Ghz, ARM Cortex-A9 processor. This is backed by a PowerVR SGX544 chip for graphics and video. For storage, the low-end model comes with 8GB. Of that, 5GB is available. That's not much, but unlike the Nexus 7, iPad mini, or Kindle Fire, the HD, and its 10.1-inch tablet big brother the HD+, it comes with a microSD/microSDHC slot that can hold up to 32GB of storage on an inexpensive card. For networking, the HD supports up to 802.11n and Bluetooth. It does not have a camera, 3G/4G, or GPS. But, if you can live without those three items — and I can a lot of the time — the newly renovated HD has a lot to offer. Edited May 12, 2013 by LilBambi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zlim Posted May 12, 2013 Author Share Posted May 12, 2013 I do have a chart comparing Nexus, HP and Acer. I have it printed out and I'm correcting mistakes and adding entries to it as I find out more things. I'm leaning toward the Acer because the screen is a wee bit larger at 7.9". I do want to feel the tablets to see how flimsy they feel in my hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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