The Quintessential Tablet PC Thread (Android, Apple, BB et al)

k_ajay · 5th December 2012, 13:03

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Originally Posted by akshaymahajan

Deal expires in 90 minutes odd. Quick Question: These guys say that it comes with a one year manafacturers warranty.

Do they expect us to take it to the US to claim warranty? ASUS wont honour that here.

The notes section of the specific product's page says, "
All our imported products come with respective original manufacturer's warranty and most of the manufacturers have authorized service centres in India. We do not represent any brand or manufacturer.".

Best to check with Asus directly.

StrangeWizard · 7th December 2012, 23:12

has anyone used Swipe tablets? I checked them out at a store today and it looked pretty good for the price of 4.5-6k.

DigitalOne · 8th December 2012, 09:47

Hello,

I want to buy a Tablet mainly for reading E-Books. The requirements in descending order of priority are:

1. Should be able to read E-Books without much eye-strain for long periods.

2. Size should be handy like a book. (7" - 8").

3. Availability of LEGALLY downloadable e-books in the supported formats in India. (mainly English Fiction and general interest books). Price of E-Books should not be too much more than corresponding physical books in India.

4. Will be using it also for reading Indian newspapers/magazines/news. Availability of the same in the supported formats.

5. Battery life of 7-8 hours of reading.

6. 3G is desirable but not a deal-breaker.

7. Price 10K-15K.

8. Availability of the device in India is not a major constraint.

Suggestions? If this is already asked somewhere else, please link me to the same.

Raja · 8th December 2012, 12:46

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Originally Posted by StrangeWizard

has anyone used Swipe tablets? I checked them out at a store today and it looked pretty good for the price of 4.5-6k.

I am going to look at the 'Swipe Velocity Tab' this weekend.
I am also interested in getting feedback on Swipe quality.
I sent them an email earlier this week asking for some technical info.
Their customer service was prompt in coming back to me. That reassured me that the company is ready to look after their customers. Hopefully that is also translated in their service department if one needs to use them!

vinu_h · 8th December 2012, 23:17

My iBerry BT10 tablet went into a boot loop when I tried turning it on right after a 2 hour flight. Hand baggage not registered. It doesn't have a removable battery, so will have to wait for it to discharge.

Could air pressure or humidity have caused this ?

sammyboy · 10th December 2012, 18:09

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Originally Posted by DigitalOne

Hello,

I want to buy a Tablet mainly for reading E-Books. The requirements in descending order of priority are:

Suggestions? If this is already asked somewhere else, please link me to the same.

One word for you, Kindle. I have been using it for a year now. Books can be bought from Amazon, cost is in rupees now so no need to pay in USD. Absolutely 0 eye strain, excellent battery life as well.

I havent used Kindle Fire HD but have heard some good reviews about it. I got the basic kindle as i only use it for reading books and it solves my purpose to the T.
Edit:Here is the Kindle discussion link for you to explore

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/gadget...kindle-19.html

mail4ajo · 10th December 2012, 22:27

I checked out the Ipad mini. Nice experience. Looks like I will buy it. Flipkart has a nice offer.

Vid6639 · 10th December 2012, 22:33

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Originally Posted by mail4ajo

I checked out the Ipad mini. Nice experience. Looks like I will buy it. Flipkart has a nice offer.

I didn't see any offer on Flipkart. It just says out of stock. What offer are you getting?

k2max6 · 10th December 2012, 23:16

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Originally Posted by Vid6639

I didn't see any offer on Flipkart. It just says out of stock. What offer are you getting?

I am also thinking of getting one. Wifi 16gb is in stock but no offer. Wifi+cellular is out of stock.

mail4ajo · 13th December 2012, 00:15

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Originally Posted by Vid6639

I didn't see any offer on Flipkart. It just says out of stock. What offer are you getting?

Its an EMI offer if you have either Citi/HDFC/ICICI CC. Interest free EMI, nominal processing chrgs

turbospool · 18th December 2012, 09:49

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Originally Posted by aks_karthik

Finally Bought an iPad 3 4th Generation Wifi 16GB Black from US on Black Friday Deals from BestBuy for $458.58 including taxes and iPad Red Smart Case from Apple Store for $35.95 including taxes.
Got a very best deal that day and finally ended up saving some 72$.
will be shipped to me by one of the friend by Dec 25 and my son is very much eager for his iPad Arrival.

I have one of my relative coming from US in January. I am very much inclined to buy an iPad 4th generation. But, Bestbuy is showing 499$.
Do you know any other website which deals with very good offers on Apple iPad as Christmas/ New year is approaching?
And, if you don't mind please tell me the exact procedure to be followed?
My relative is already in US, should I give his address as Shipping address?

srishiva · 18th December 2012, 11:19

I a planning to buy an Ipad Mini too as a gift. Looks like Flipkart doesnt have them in stock. Need to try Reliance digital.
Also planning buy a wireless storage solution like Seagate's. Anyone has any tips on which one to buy?

JMaruru · 18th December 2012, 20:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbospool

Do you know any other website which deals with very good offers on Apple iPad as Christmas/ New year is approaching?
And, if you don't mind please tell me the exact procedure to be followed?
My relative is already in US, should I give his address as Shipping address?

Keep checking on deals2buy.com as they run few deals every day. You can order online and provide your relative's shipping address for delivery.

turbospool · 18th December 2012, 20:22

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Originally Posted by JMaruru

Keep checking on deals2buy.com as they run few deals every day. You can order online and provide your relative's shipping address for delivery.

Thank you.

Would bringing a sealed box be a problem in airport? What precautions need to be taken?

aks_karthik · 18th December 2012, 20:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbospool

I have one of my relative coming from US in January. I am very much inclined to buy an iPad 4th generation. But, Bestbuy is showing 499$.
Do you know any other website which deals with very good offers on Apple iPad as Christmas/ New year is approaching?
And, if you don't mind please tell me the exact procedure to be followed?
My relative is already in US, should I give his address as Shipping address?

I got it on Black Friday Deals. You might get some good deals on Christmas or New year. Keep eye on these sites like Bestbuy, Sams club, Target & Walmart.
Best wishes for a Best Buy.

7th December 2012, 23:12	#902
StrangeWizard BHPian Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Bombay Posts: 760 Thanked: 314 Times	Re: The Quintessential Tablet PC Thread (Android, Apple, BB et al) has anyone used Swipe tablets? I checked them out at a store today and it looked pretty good for the price of 4.5-6k.
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8th December 2012, 09:47	#903
DigitalOne BHPian Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 278 Thanked: 4,413 Times	E-Book Reader suggestions Hello, I want to buy a Tablet mainly for reading E-Books. The requirements in descending order of priority are: 1. Should be able to read E-Books without much eye-strain for long periods. 2. Size should be handy like a book. (7" - 8"). 3. Availability of LEGALLY downloadable e-books in the supported formats in India. (mainly English Fiction and general interest books). Price of E-Books should not be too much more than corresponding physical books in India. 4. Will be using it also for reading Indian newspapers/magazines/news. Availability of the same in the supported formats. 5. Battery life of 7-8 hours of reading. 6. 3G is desirable but not a deal-breaker. 7. Price 10K-15K. 8. Availability of the device in India is not a major constraint. Suggestions? If this is already asked somewhere else, please link me to the same.
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vinu_h BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 567 Thanked: 959 Times	My iBerry BT10 tablet went into a boot loop when I tried turning it on right after a 2 hour flight. Hand baggage not registered. It doesn't have a removable battery, so will have to wait for it to discharge. Could air pressure or humidity have caused this ?
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mail4ajo Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,959 Thanked: 337 Times View My Garage	Re: The Quintessential Tablet PC Thread (Android, Apple, BB et al) I checked out the Ipad mini. Nice experience. Looks like I will buy it. Flipkart has a nice offer.
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srishiva Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 4,372 Thanked: 2,260 Times	Re: The Quintessential Tablet PC Thread (Android, Apple, BB et al) I a planning to buy an Ipad Mini too as a gift. Looks like Flipkart doesnt have them in stock. Need to try Reliance digital. Also planning buy a wireless storage solution like Seagate's. Anyone has any tips on which one to buy? Last edited by srishiva : 18th December 2012 at 11:23.
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