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Since the days when tablet computing referred to full-fledged laptops with swiveling touch screens, Windows users have hoped to bring the familiar and flexible operating system to the slim, handheld form-factor offered by current tablets. So far, few h...
10.1-inch screen that supports 720p. HDMI with 1080p output. 32GB SSD is speedy and silent. Docking keyboard returns functionality to Windows.
Weak processor. Small SSD. User experience diminishes without the keyboard.
The Acer Iconia Tab W500-BZ467 has the best Windows experience we've seen on a tablet, thanks to its docking keyboard. Lose that and the Iconia Tab loses a lot of its appeal. Buy it now...
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Acer now has a computer in its array that can poach in both the tablet sector as well as in the netbook division with the Iconia Tab W500. On the one hand, the tablet basis (which is also available separately) together with the keyboard including docking...
Partly instable docking construction, Fairly high weight, Reflective display surface with visible grid, Small mass memory for Windows 7, Little support for finger control, No stylus input...
The Acer Iconia Tab W500 tries to fuse the advantages of a tablet with those of a conventional netbook. This has only been achieved to a part.While the performance data, the docking concept and the battery life is basically impressive, the high weight is...
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If you can't decide between a Tablet and a netbook, check out the Acer Iconia Tab W500 which is both. JUST about every computer manufacturer is in the Tablet computer race and Acer isn't one that is going to be left out. It has two Android 3.0 (Hon...
Unique design; runs standard Windows apps; handy removable keyboard; sharp screen with good viewing angles; SSD is fast.
Windows 7 not optimised for Tablet computers; virtual keyboard is clunky; SSD offers little storage space; won't play 720p HD videos.
The Acer Iconia Tab W500 is an interesting hybrid device that tries to be both a Tablet and netbook. The problem is that it doesn't really excel as one or the other. When used as a Tablet, Windows 7 works pretty well but is let down by a number of thi...
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Worlds colliding can sometimes be a bit scary: Work friends meeting your parents; new girlfriend meeting the ex; having Windows on a tablet...with a keyboard... Okay, that last one is a little out there. But in theory, this could be a winning...
Speedy performance; great-sounding speakers; bright, color-rich display; keyboard-dock included...
Pricey; heavy; slow app-load times; poor battery life; subpar video capture...
The Windows OS and solid performance aren’t enough to make up for this tablet’s slow-loading apps, poor battery life, heft, and high price tag...
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Theinquirer.net Updated: 2011-08-14 01:29:14
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The W500 is a 10.1-inch touchscreen with 1280x800 resolution that runs Microsoft's Windows 7 operating system. It features a 1GHz dual-core AMD C-50 processor and up to 2GB of DDR3 RAM. The device weighs 970g and is 15.95mm thick. This isn't too bad...
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Lately, when anyone mentions the word "tablets", two brands come to mind: Apple and Google. The former made a name for itself with the Apple iPad (and now iPad 2), paving the way to the resurrection of the tablet category. Google offers up an alternati...
Are there just too many tablets in the market? Judging from the recent lineup, that’s a definite yes. Acer is just one of the many companies that have jumped onto the bandwagon. The good thing is they embraced this growing market early and tried to dif...
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Hybrid designs are not new in the world of tablets, but they aren't exactly common either. The Acer Iconia Tab W500 tablet is a slate-style machine - all of its guts are behind the screen, and it can stand on its own as a tablet - but it also comes wi...
The Acer Iconia Tab W500 is great for someone who wants the familiarity of Windows, or who wants to do Windows-based work occasionally. It excels at audio and video playback, but you'll need an SD Card to store that media on because it has limited bui...
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Hybrid designs are not new in the world of tablets, but they aren't exactly common either. The Acer Iconia Tab W500 tablet is a slate-style machine--all of its guts are behind the screen, and it can stand on its own as a tablet--but it also comes with...
Comes with a keyboard dock, More powerful than a netbook, Good screen and speakers...
Heavy and thick even for a Windows tablet, Small, 32GB hard drive, Huge bezel...
The included keyboard dock gives this tablet the flexibility to imitate a laptop, but it also introduces considerable bulk...
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The Acer Iconia Tab W500 is an interesting hybrid device that tries to be both a Tablet and netbook. The problem is that it doesn't really excel as one or the other...
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Never one to sit idly by on the sidelines while other manufacturers reap the rewards of a growing market, Acer recently dipped its toes into tablet-mania with its Android-powered, Iconia Tab A500 . Acer is going up against not only Apple's iPad but also A...
Speedy performance, Greatsounding speakers, Bright, colorrich display, Keyboarddock included...
Pricey, Heavy, Slow appload times, Poor battery life, Subpar video capture...
The Windows OS and solid performance aren't enough to make up for this tablet's slow-loading apps, poor battery life, heft, and high price tag. Read More…...
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This Holiday Gift Guide is sponsored by Epson—makers of the World’s Fastest 2-sided inkjet printer, the Epson WorkForce Pro. Run your business at full speed with the Epson.As the holiday season rapidly approaches, there’s one question that gets asked r...
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computershopper.com Updated: 2016-11-26 01:59:34
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Worlds colliding can sometimes be a bit scary: Work friends meeting your parents; new girlfriend meeting the ex; having Windows on a tablet...with a keyboard... Okay, that last one is a little out there. But in theory, this could be a winning convergence...
Speedy performance, Great-sounding speakers, Bright, color-rich display, Keyboard-dock included...
Pricey, Heavy, Slow app-load times, Poor battery life, Subpar video capture...
The Windows OS and solid performance aren't enough to make up for this tablet's slow-loading apps, poor battery life, heft, and high price tag. Read More…...
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