Acer Iconia A500 tablet

[nomadic]

Anyone got one?
I tried one out in JB and it is definitely responsive, and has a nice screen. I do like Android for the flexibility it brings. I found the screen very reflective though.

 

[markis10]

Had a try of one and was not that impressed, I picked up a MyTab Optus from Aussie Post yesterday for $99 which I consider much better value given its 3G connection.

 

[nomadic]

Overall, I was not impressed, either. Couldn't really see myself using the Iconia a lot.

Hey the Optus ZTE tab is a great idea for something cost effective. Do you find the 7 inch screen large enough?

I'll check out some reviews...
Thanks!

 

[markis10]

The 7 inch screen is not too bad, I have an IPAD and both are an improvement on mobile browsing while I dont see much in it between the two! The MyTab is not a bad way to see if an Android Tab suits, and given it can be turned into a hotspot, the 3Gb of data comes in handy even if you are just going to use it as a 3G modem in the long run.

 

[nomadic]

Thankyou markis10
Good point - as I AM keen to try out Android and don't necessarily want an Android phone.. Seems really popular - DSE and Optus out of stock

The 7 inch screen is not too bad, I have an IPAD and both are an improvement on mobile browsing while I dont see much in it between the two! The MyTab is not a bad way to see if an Android Tab suits, and given it can be turned into a hotspot, the 3Gb of data comes in handy even if you are just going to use it as a 3G modem in the long run.