Acer Iconia Tab A500 10.1in 32GB
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15 years ago
Acer ICONIA TAB A500 Review
Acer's Iconia Tab A500. This is an Android 3.0 Honeycomb tablet, that being a version of the Google mobile operating system made specifically for tablets, and it's got a big fat 10.1-inch screen.
15 years ago
Acer Iconia Tab A500 review: Chubby chassis will have you longing for iPad
At more than fifty quid over the Asus Eee Pad Transformer, we can't help but feel that the Acer Iconia Tab A500 is something of a raw deal. It's far too heavy and lacks the killer keyboard integration.
Pros:
- Great screen and sound
Cons:
- The chunkiest slate yet
15 years ago
When you think of Android, Acer might not have the brand name clout of the bigger names such as HTC or Samsung, but where they have been strong is in the Netbook sector. Perhaps it is that success that has brought Acer's first Android Tablet offering to market, with the Acer Iconia A500.
15 years ago
Acer Iconia Tab A500
When the Android smartphone OS matured, the market was flooded with a whole load of new mobiles. Now, with the arrival of Android Honeycomb, Google's specially designed tablet OS, the same thing seems to be happening with...
Pros:
- The screen isn't perfect but it's still very good and highly contrasted
- High-quality build and finish
- Smooth Android interface with nice additions from Acer
- Plenty of connections and good sound output
- Good for web browsing and games
Cons:
- Battery life is OK but could be better
- Native multimedia compatibility
- Camera is too red or too blue
- Honeycomb needs to mature
15 years ago
Acer Iconia Tab A500
Is anyone else starting to see a pattern here? It's a simple recipe, really: A scoop of Honeycomb, mixed with a fast Tegra 2 processor and a splash of Flash beta, served inside a big, bright screen.
Pros:
- Inexpensive
- Zippy Tegra 2 processor
- High-res screen
- Solid connectivity options with USB, HDMI ports
- Good media-specific apps and functions
Cons:
- Comparatively large and heavy
- No 3G or 4G options
- Front-facing camera isn't optimally angled
- Honeycomb isn't yet a mature app platform
15 years ago
Acer Iconia A500
Looks can be deceiving, and although your tablet choices may seem to be down to Apple or Samsung, there are many more options to consider. Acer's first Android tablet effort is cautious but assured, the hardware feels solid, it's feature-packed and, most importantly, its performance is comparable...
Pros:
- Solid performance
- Loads of connectivity options including USB and HDMI
Cons:
- Too heavy to hold for long periods
- Glossy screen is hard to read outdoors
- Average battery life
15 years ago
Acer Iconia Tab A500 review
Whether it likes it or not, Acer's got a reputation in the consumer electronics business: its computers are rarely the most well made, but they're always the most affordable on shelves.
Pros:
- Crisp
- bright display
- Commendable Dolby sound quality
- Costs less than $500
Cons:
- Less battery life than other tablets
- Mediocre camera quality
- Slightly thicker than other Honeycomb tablets
15 years ago
This Honeycomb tablet holds its own with plenty of features. If good connectivity and audio matter most, it's a smart choice.
Pros:
- Best port selection we've seen on a tablet
- Speedy performance
- Great-sounding speakers
- Robust Windows sync app
Cons:
- Mediocre battery life
- Google Voice not supported yet
- Finicky Clear.fi utility
15 years ago
Acer Iconia Tab A500
Review: The Acer Iconia Tab A500 boasts specs on par with many more expensive competitors, but picks up weight in exchange for its low price tag.
Pros:
- $450 price is best in class
- Great Dolby sound
- Nice feel for a 10.1-inch tablet
- Full-size USB port
Cons:
- Android 3.0 is buggy and lame
- It's a heifer
- weighing more than the Xoom
- Battery life is 2 hours shy of the iPad
15 years ago
Acer Iconia Tab A500
The Acer Iconia Tab A500 is the latest in the parade of Android 3.0 tablets, and with a price that undercuts Apple's iPad 2 by $50, the $450 Iconia Tab (price as of 4/23/2011) distinguishes itself in a crowded field.
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