There are many types of Tablets on the market today. Below are a few of the major competitors and their specifications.
iPad Air
Price: $499.00
Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.6 x 0.29 inches
Weight: 16oz
Operating system: Apple iOS
CPU: Apple A7
Screen Size: 9.7 inches
Screen Resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels
Storage Capacity: 16 GB
Battery Life: 6 hour, 14 minute
Amazon Kindle HDX 8.9
Price: $379.00
Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 0.31 inches
Weight: 13.5oz
Operating system: Google Android 4.2.2
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 Quad-Core
Screen Size: 8.9 inches
Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 0.31 inches
Weight: 13.5oz
Operating system: Google Android 4.2.2
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 Quad-Core
Screen Size: 8.9 inches
Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels
Storage Capacity: 16 GB
Storage Capacity: 16 GB
Battery Life: 7 hour, 44 minute
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1
Price: $549.00
Dimensions: 9.57 x 6.75 x 0.31 inchesWeight: 19.75 oz
Operating system: Google Android 4.3
CPU: Samsung Exynos 5420
Screen Size: 10.1 inches
Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels
Storage Capacity: 16 GB
Battery Life: 7 hours, 31 minutes
Requirements
Each tablet is different but most have the same basic requirements. They all primarily run off of battery power but need to be plugged into a power source and charged periodically. In addition, all of the tablets need access to some form of wireless internet. Some solely run off of WiFi while others can run off 3/4G services. In addition, some tablets require user accounts.
Here is everything you need to do to set up an iPad Air.
Limitations
The positive features are also their drawbacks. Many tablets solely work on line with little capability to hard wire to other devices. This means students need access to a reliable network. In addition, students need a good network that is set up for wireless printing if students need it. Finally, some tablets such as the iPad do not allow other storage devices to be attached to it. This makes transferring files to the tablet impossible unless it is done over the internet.
Dangers of Long term use
With anything, too much of a good thing can be bad. New studies have been made on the long term dangers of using a table device for extended periods. Many issues occur due to the non-traditional nature of the device. With computers students sit in a chair at a desk. However, with a tablet students tend to hunch or lean over this device. This causes long term problems. In addition, using a touch screen repetitively puts heavy strain on finger joints and writs. This can cause sprains and carpal tunnel. Finally, with clear screens fount sizes have steadily decreased. This causes eye strain. Many of these studies are preliminary and the effects on young children need to be thoroughly reviewed.
With anything, too much of a good thing can be bad. New studies have been made on the long term dangers of using a table device for extended periods. Many issues occur due to the non-traditional nature of the device. With computers students sit in a chair at a desk. However, with a tablet students tend to hunch or lean over this device. This causes long term problems. In addition, using a touch screen repetitively puts heavy strain on finger joints and writs. This can cause sprains and carpal tunnel. Finally, with clear screens fount sizes have steadily decreased. This causes eye strain. Many of these studies are preliminary and the effects on young children need to be thoroughly reviewed.
