Five Tablet Computers for Students

Tablets have become an essential tool for students just like their desktop or laptop, and their school toolbox. These come handy for taking notes, researching on the Internet, and help during the study hours. The demands for tablets have increased in leaps and bounds in recent times – students need displays with dense pixels, faster performance, and accessories that would increase their productivity in class as well as libraries.

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Here are some choices that you can pick from:


Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0

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This Android tablet can make students ditch pen and paper for taking notes and turn all digital. The S Pen digitized stylus helps you to draw or write on the screen with acuteness such that your notes or diagrams are perfect and shared or uploaded conveniently to the cloud. There is a multi-window mode too which makes it more useful when working with two apps. The 8-inch Note is lighter and more comfortable for writing than the 10.1 -inch version.
Price- $400

Google Nexus 7

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New Nexus 7 from Google is the sort of gadget you would need if reading is more of a necessity for you rather than writing. With high resolution and full HD display, the smallest of texts appear brusque and readable. This version is slimmer and lighter than the earlier ones making it a good choice.
Price: $230

Sony Xperia Tablet Z

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This tablet makes you go all digital with your textbooks with the 10 inch screen. It is sleek and does not add on much to the weight of your bag. Moreover, the splendid screen enables you to watch videos during your free time as well. Its USP is the resistance towards water and dust; therefore, this is an investment that will not let you down easily.
Price: $500

Apple iPad and iPad Mini

iPads have been reputed long enough for being an excellent gadget for students, the most important reason being the resourcefulness of iTunesU. Apple is associated with secondary schools and universities that offer course materials and lectures along with other such information through this education portal. Additionally there are innumerable apps that are focused especially on education ranging from note-taking to study via the app store. The 9.7- inch iPad with retina display is perfect for reading textbooks, web pages, and magazines. On the other hand, the Mini version of 7.9-inch might be more appealing for students who carry them all day long.

HP Slate Book x2

We know that suggesting a laptop or desktop over an Android tablet is not done; the slate here comes with some laptop-like features that you might not want to miss out on. The added key board dock helps you type faster than on-screen keys. It also adds more battery life and ports, making it perfect for students who can use it all day without worrying about running out of battery life. HP Slatebook has some very productive apps like the Splashtop Remote Desktop which helps students to access their files and computers even when they are away from the dorm.
Price: $480

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