Tablet, how to choose the right one

The tablet as a Christmas gift? To choose the device, which has the peculiarity of being a cross between a smartphone and a real computer, the guide of Altroconsumo.it may be useful. Choosing the right tablet for your needs is not at all easy given the variety of models offered on the market. Evaluating characteristics and specificities is therefore essential for a sensible purchase: here are the latest models that we have brought to the laboratory. How to choose the tablet The tablet, a device that in recent years has conquered an important slice of the market in the world of devices, is considered a cross between a smartphone and a laptop. In a single object you can find the performance of a computer and the lightness, practicality and easy portability of a smartphone.For fans of traditional notebooks, the idea of ​​buying a tablet can be more of a whim than a real necessity. . For Apple lovers, on the other hand, since the launch of the first Ipad, the mere fact of running out of the “must have” of the moment was not even to be taken into consideration. The tablet therefore, even if it no longer represents the object of desire a few years ago, is present in the homes of many Italians who consider it a cross between smartphones and laptops. Choosing the tablet that best suits our needs is far from simple due to the great variety of devices on the market and the different methods of use and budget. So what are the main characteristics and criteria that we need to evaluate before buying a tablet? What is my user profile? Like any smart purchase, the first thing to understand is the type of device that will really suit your needs in order to take advantage of everything we need without spending too much on particular features that we will never exploit. Children It is advisable to limit the use of screens in (young) children and not to make them tools of use as a daily pastime. Within these limits, a tablet allows them to watch a cartoon or play some games. It must have a large screen and the ability to set parental controls functions. A second-hand device or family tablet with a simple WiFi connection to the home network is perfect. If you have small children, provide a sturdy protective case, otherwise there’s a good chance the device won’t last long. There are also tablets designed for the little ones, but they are particular products with a small market. Teenagers For teenagers who want to connect to social networks at any time, it is best to have a tablet with a good camera and mobile internet access via 3G or 4G. When used for movies or streaming broadcasts, a model with an adequate screen of at least 10 inches is often the best solution, otherwise an 8-inch mini model will be more easily portable. Students For taking notes in class or using social media, a tablet with a large 12 or 13 inch screen is useful. It must be suitable for word processing, preferably with a separate keyboard, and be easy to carry around. The support of a stylus can be very useful. Mobile Internet access is not always essential, WiFi access can be enough to connect at home and on public connections at school as well as in the library. Writing and professional use A physical keyboard is essential for writing notes and e-mails comfortably. On tablets running Windows 8 or 10, a touchpad is built into the keyboards, making it closer to using a laptop. Drawing and photo editing A stylus allows for precise and easy retouching of photos and videos. Depending on the model, entering text with a stylus is faster than on first generation devices. A large screen is quite welcome. Tablet Pro An iPad Pro is certainly powerful hardware, but keep in mind that its operating system doesn’t allow it to replace a full-fledged laptop. A tablet generally remains a secondary device. How to choose the Tablet based on the technical characteristics? It being understood that the tablet is not really a notebook and that it can never replace it, it can be a valid alternative for practicality, lightness, versatility and for the numerous applications that can be used. After having therefore evaluated what the real needs of use are, before buying a tablet it is good to dwell on which variables are important in our choice.One of the first elements to evaluate is certainly the price: there are three ranges to take into consideration, below 150 euros for the low range, between 150 and 500 euros for the medium range and over 500 euros for the high range.