ViewSonic G Tablet Review

A Review Of The ViewSonic G Tablet PC

The ViewSonic G Tablet helps to close the gap between the lists of lower specifications budget tablet pcs and the more ultra powerful tablet pcs just like the Apple iPad 2 and Galaxy Tab. If $500 plus amounts just too much money to invest on a new tablet pc, then this might just be the tablet pc right for you. But how will it really hold up once you have a closer look at its specifications and features?

Main Specifications Of The ViewSonic G Tablet

* Costs around $260
* Released in late 2010
* Operates on Google Android 2.2 OS
* 13 by 2.75 by 9.75 inches in size
* Weighs 2.5 lb / 1.13 kg
* 10 inch display screen
* 1024 by 600 resolution
* 16GB storage space (expandable up to 32GB)
* NVidia Tegra 2 Dual 1 GHz processor
* Wi-Fi & Bluetooth connectivity
* 1.3 MP camera
* 8 - 10 hours battery life

ViewSonic G Tablet Review - The Advantages

Battery Life

With 8 to10 hours average battery life, the ViewSonic G Tablet is comparable to the best tablet pcs available, including the Apple iPad, Motorola Xoom and Samsung Galaxy Tab. What is truly remarkable about this is that the ViewSonic G Tablet costs nowhere nearly as much as its rivals in this area. This really is a great benefit for anyone thinking of getting a much more budget friendly tablet pc.

Expandable Storage

Although the ViewSonic G Tablet only comes equipped with one basic storage option, a mid-range 16GB, users are able to increase it up to a higher 32GB using the integrated micro-SD card slot. This is a great boost. The ability to utilize external storage space is a good value considering the budget price of the ViewSonic G Tablet.

Price

For those who had not guessed it already from the factors above, the price tag is the other main reason to take into account when purchasing this tablet computer. It is actually under $300 and that is certainly much cheaper than the higher end tablet pcs available on the market. It costs just a bit more compared to the other budget tablet pcs. The best thing is the fact that ViewSonic G Tablet is much more powerful compared to most of the budget tablet pcs. It features is also not far off from the higher priced devices, featuring a powerful NVidia processor chip which is currently made use of by the likes of Motorola Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab, the Asus Eee Pad and others.

Ports

There are many ports available on this high value ViewSonic G Tablet. It includes a USB port intended for external storage space or keyboards, a mini or micro USB port as well as a HDMI port allowing users to connect to a big HDTV television screen. This really is much more compared to other tablet pcs, like the Apple iPad 2, are offering!

Screen

Unlike several of the most budget friendly price range tablet pcs available on the market, the ViewSonic G Tablet does include multi touch screen. This actually is the more cutting-edge type of touch screen technology provided to the higher end tablet pcs. This means users may make use of the controls that entail touching the display screen in two places simultaneously. It is a rather important feature especially when using certain apps and games. The actual viewing angle on the screen does really not match up to the high priced rivals. This effectively implies that you are going to find it a bit more difficult to view what is on the screen if you're not viewing it directly.

ViewSonic G Tablet Review - The Disadvantages

Operating System

Although there are numerous advantages associated with operating tablet pcs on the Google Android operating system, the ViewSonic G Tablet does not make use of the latest version of the Android. The version running is the Android 2.2, which was not originally developed for tablet pcs, and take note that not all Android apps will be compatible with it. Fortunately, the ViewSonic G Tablet is able to work with Adobe Flash, which is used in quite a number of Flash games and videos on websites, if that is a feature you are considering.

Camera

The inbuilt webcam is not high quality at 1.3 megapixels, but is acceptable enough for making video calls over an internet connection.

No 3G Access

Although you probably would not really expect to have it on a tablet pc at this price, the ViewSonic G Tablet does not have the option for connecting to the 3G mobile broadband. This simply means that users can only connect to the internet if there is an available Wi-Fi hotspot.

Apps

Although the tablet pc operates on Android operating system, it does not actually feature the Android Market app store out of the package. It comes with an alternative app store which is far more limited, though you will still be able to seek out almost all the common types of apps you would be interested in. It is advisable, therefore, to check the specific apps you need if they are available in the app store before purchasing the ViewSonic G Tablet.

Interface

The device uses "Tap N Tap" which superseded the standard Android interface. It doesn't provide the same level of experience, therefore you may choose to switch back to the Android 2.2 interface. Thankfully a ViewSonic update made this specific option available.

Weight

Weighing at 2.5 pounds, this is definitely not the least heavy tablet pc available on the market. This becomes quite apparent when you need to use the tablet pc for extended periods of time as you will find it less comfortable to hold it up. Luckily, keyboard docks are available to help users tackle this concern, and the tablet pc remains portable as well as small in size.

Should You Choose ViewSonic G Tablet PC?

This is a good value for money tablet pc to purchase if you are not too concerned about not having the latest version of the Android operating system. So long as you still find the older version simple enough to make use of, which you most likely will if you have ever used it before on a smartphone, and are not too bothered if several of the latest apps will not be compatible, then the ViewSonic G Tablet will more than likely perform everything you require. The point that it has got the flexibility to install customized firmware to override the already installed "Tap N Tap" is another huge advantage.

ViewSonic G Tablet offers a great processor, a webcam for video chats, a decent sized display screen, plus it does not look and feel bad either! This has to be a strong contender to the higher priced Android tablet pcs based on the undeniable fact that it costs considerably less!

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