Reviews

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Lenovo ThinkPad 2: A genuine business-class Windows 8 tablet

Looking for a full-featured Windows 8 tablet with excellent apps that's enterprise-ready? Lenovo’s ThinkPad 2 has your back. (Rating: 4 out of 5 stars)
by Doug Drinkwater

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4 great blogging apps for iPad

Those tasked with promoting their business may find themselves maintaining the company blog. But often the best time to blog is when you're away from the office meeting with clients or at an industry conference.
by Derek Walter

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4 best Twitter apps for iPad

Twitter's official iPad app gets the job done, but these four apps take Twitter to the next level with a range of additional capabilities to track your tweets and get the most out of the social network for personal or business use.
by Doug Drinkwater

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Wunderlist Pro review: Simple, effective to-do list app for personal or business use

If you’re looking for an easy-to-use, platform-agnostic tool for improving enterprise collaboration, check out Wunderlist Pro (Stars: 4 out of 5).
by Doug Drinkwater

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Ditch the iPad email app? 5 fearless alternatives worth considering

Lately it seems everyone is trying to reinvent email. The newest entries in the App Store have provided tablet productivity enthusiasts with a large number of options for ditching Apple’s stagnant Mail app.
by Derek Walter

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6 hassle-free remote desktop apps for iPad

Remote desktop applications are a popular category in the App Store. Yet often many of the solutions involve confusing download instructions or a clunky interface.
by Derek Walter

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4 cool iPad apps that make it easy to create great presentations

Creating presentations on your computer have come a long way from the earlier PowerPoint era when business presentations were dominated by multiple slides with lengthy paragraphs and endless bullet points.
by Derek Walter

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Google Keep: Smart note-taker takes on Evernote

Google Keep is a smart and slick note-taker that needs more features if it is to truly rival Evernote and Microsoft's OneNote. (Rating: 3 out of 5 stars)
by Doug Drinkwater

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Can you really be productive with a sub-$100 tablet?

There’s a race to the bottom in the tablet market and models from some first-tier brands are slowly edging closer to the $100 mark (Amazon's most basic Kindle Fire, for example, is now only $159).
by Doug Drinkwater

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First Look: The HP ElitePad 900 is a slick, premium-priced Windows 8 enterprise tablet

HP’s ElitePad 900 tablet is sleek, powerful and packed with excellent enterprise security features. However, that package of features, along with excellent expansion capabilities, make for a premium-priced tablet not all business buyers will be able to justify. (4 out of 5 stars).
by Doug Drinkwater

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HP Envy x2 review: Powerful, stylish & more likely to replace your laptop than your tablet

HP’s hybrid Envy x2 tablet is a punchy, hybrid Windows 8 tablet that combines style and functionality (4 out of 5 stars).
by Doug Drinkwater

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First impressions of the HP Slate 7: A solid if unspectacular Kindle Fire rival

HP’s Slate 7 tablet is affordable, smart, thin and light. It’s a shame then that the model arguably lacks the right apps and content to truly take on Amazon’s Kindle Fire.
by Doug Drinkwater

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Surface Pro review roundup: A powerful, speedy Windows 8 tablet, dinged for weight and battery life issues

The first reviews are in on the Surface Pro ahead of the tablet’s launch later this week. And while many of these note good things around Windows 8 and the look of the device, concerns have been raised over battery life and the weight of the device.
by Doug Drinkwater

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NY Times’ Apple fanboy David Pogue heaps praise on Microsoft’s Surface Pro

Influential tech reviewer David Pogue has written many columns praising Apple products from the latest Macs to the iPad line. There have been some criticisms along the way, but for the most part, Pogue is best-known for liking Apple’s product line.
by David Needle

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Acer Iconia A110 tablet review: A clear rival to Google's Nexus 7 that has both consumer and business appeal

With its smart design, the excellent Jelly Bean OS and a competitive price, the Iconia A110 tablet is one of the better budget Android tablets out there and could have a business angle too. (Stars: 4 out of 5)
by Doug Drinkwater

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Why CEO of enterprise software maker Yapmo is sold on Microsoft’s Surface RT tablet for business

Love it or hate, Microsoft clearly zigged to Apple’s zag with the introduction of the Surface RT tablet, a very different device than Apple’s iPad.
by David Needle

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SOTI’s MobiControl and SAP Afaria rate high in comparison of BYOD management tools

Managing smartphones and tablets has become a growing challenge for enterprises in this era of BYOD.
by David Needle

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Review: iPad mini is a smaller iPad with big benefits for business users

After years of speculation, Apple launches the iPad's little brother. Does the new iPad mini have a place in business? (Rating: 4 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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Google’s Nexus 10 is $100 less than the iPad and has some advantages

Google’s out with the first 10-inch version of its Nexus brand Android tablet and it has some pretty impressive hardware specs for the price.
by David Needle

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Analyst gives Surface top marks for unique design that lets you blend work and play

Industry analyst Rob Enderle has a new favorite device, Microsoft’s Surface tablet. But it’s not just the specs and the feel of the device that impress Enderle, he goes so far as to say it’s “improved the quality of my life.”
by David Needle

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iPad Mini review roundup: 'Refined' tablet is a great travel companion, has a so-so screen

Reviewers have generally been impressed by the iPad Mini's size, price and usability, but there are minor complaints on the lack of a Retina Display.
by Doug Drinkwater

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Review: USA Today's Windows 8 app offers the best news experience on a Windows tablet so far

Following its print, web, mobile and iPad recent relaunch, USA Today has just updated its Windows app. Its design choices are the right ones. (4 stars out of 5)
by Patrick Pierra

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Microsoft Surface review roundup: Attractive tablet beset by problems with Windows RT, apps and the Touch Cover

The first reviews coming out on Microsoft’s Surface RT tablet highlight that Steve Ballmer’s company has some way to go before it can challenge the iPad.
by Doug Drinkwater

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Acer Iconia A210 review: Great for entertainment but unlikely to challenge the iPad in business

Acer’s new 10-inch Android tablet represents reasonable value when it comes to browsing and watching movies, but doesn’t offer enough for productivity and business. (3 stars out of 5)
by Doug Drinkwater

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Maps glitch aside, iOS 6 brings seamless photo sharing, improved email & visibility for business apps

TabTimes reviews what new features you can expect by running iOS 6 on your new iPad or iPad 2. (4 stars out of 5)
by Doug Drinkwater

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Archos 101 XS Review: Ultra-thin Android tab transforms into mini-notebook with full keyboard

Archos offers a new ultra-thin tablet, but the Coverboard transforms it into a desk-worthy mini-computer you can use in the office or take on the road. (Rating 3 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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Toshiba Excite 7.7 Review: The AMOLED display is stunning, but the price isn't so bright

Excite 7.7 represents the small end of Toshiba's tablet lineup, but the bright, crisp screen makes this little brother stand out. (Rating 3 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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First Look: Microsoft's new Office 2013 is built for tablet users

Office 2013 gets reinvented with a touch interface, and loads of new features designed to appeal to mobile users.
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: Go paperless with your iPad & David Sparks' Paperless book

Even the highest-tech workflow involves mounds of paper. Paperless by David Sparks aims to help tackle that problem. (Rating: 4 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 offers Android 4.1 Ice Cream Sandwich in a 9.7-inch package

Sized, priced and powered similarly to a last-gen iPad 2, the S2109 is solid, but not surprising. (Rating: 3 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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BookBook for iPad Review: Volume 2 of this retro case improves on the original

Twelvesouth's BookBook for iPad offers a classic alternative to candy-colored iPad cases. (Rating 4 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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Toshiba Excite 10 LE Review: Great looks like the iPad, but lacks the performance to back it up

Toshiba took an age in outing the Thrive and even that was to a mixed reception. Can the AT200 then—better known as the Excite 10 LE in the United States—fare any better? (Rating: 2 out of 5)
by Doug Drinkwater

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Review: Is Google's Nexus 7 the best 7-inch Android tab yet?

For under $200, the Nexus 7 is an excellent small tablet at a great price. (Rating: 5 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: Logitech K760 Keyboard switches between your iPad, Android tab, and desktop computer seamlessly.

Solid keyboard gets better with addition of simple Bluetooth switching (Rating: 4 out of 5).
by Ray Aguilera

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Accessory Roundup: Six great iPad satchels

We look at six great satchels designed to haul your iPad around town in.
by Seamus Bellamy

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First Microsoft Surface tablet reviews show a worthy iPad competitor is coming

Microsoft's Surface announcement this week made a big splash, and even without much hands-on time the tech press has plenty to say.
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: Bento 4 for iPad improves on winning database formula

Bento 4 for iPad app adds easier design features, and Template Exchange puts new templates at your fingertips. Rating: 4 out of 5
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: Bowers & Wilkins P3 headphones offer great sound to go

The new, smaller P3 offers B&W quality and style in a smaller, more portable package. (Rating: 4 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: Get paper documents into your iPad easily with Doxie Go

Digital workflows are great. But you can't escape paper entirely. Luckily Apparent's Doxie Go scanner is portable, rechargeable, and it works with your iPad right out of the box.
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: Yahoo's Axis browser simplifies iPad searching

Yahoo's latest is an iOS browser built for searching. The interface is clever, but is that enough to switch from Safari? (Rating: 4 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: Boogie Board RIP is unusual, but perfect for digital writing

TabTimes has reviewed a number of market-leading tablets from Apple, Samsung, Amazon and Asus in recent times, but when we reviewed the Boogie Board RIP, it is fair to say this tablet is like no other. (Rating: 3 out of 5)
by Doug Drinkwater

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Roundup: The best stylus for iPad or Android tablets

We pitted seven popular styluses against one another to see which one is the best. We judged them all on comfort, build quality, and writing experience. Find out which stylus comes out with top marks.
by Seamus Bellamy

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Verbs IM review: All-in-one chat for iPad

Verbs IM is the chat client Apple left out of iOS. It’s clean, connects to most of your messaging accounts, and it just works. (Rating: 4 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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ZTE Optik review: Sprint's $99 Android tablet is affordable, but has costs of its own

Sprint's 7-inch Android tablet is easy on the wallet. It won't dazzle you with cutting-edge features, but the Optik offers a solid Android experience at an affordable price. (Rating: 3 out of 5)
by Ray Aguilera

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Review: WorldCard HD scans business cards with your iPad

For better or worse, the paper business card still survives in the digital era. Rather than re-typing everything, use your iPad to quickly scan the data, and add relevant details to your address book.
by Ray Aguilera

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The best portable keyboards for your tablet

Which portable keyboard will best meet your productivity needs? We pit seven of the best options on the market against each other to find out.
by Seamus Bellamy

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 review: Very good Android tablet value for the price

Apple has little to worry about when it comes to competition from Samsung's latest Android tablet, the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0, but Amazon ought to be thinking about how it can up its tablet game. (Rating 4 out of 5)
by Larry Magid

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Review: Otterbox Defender Series Case for BlackBerry PlayBook is essential for the down and dirty

A rough and tumble case option for Blackberry Playbook owners (Rating: 4 out of 5)
by Seamus Bellamy

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Samsung Galaxy Note review: Great screen, so-so stylus

A more usable stylus would have made this the perfect business-ready tablet-phone hybrid. It's still an intriguing alternative. (Rating: 4 out of 5)
by George Jones

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Truly rugged: MobileDemand’s T7000 tablet gets poked, prodded, and analyzed

How does a rugged tablet fit into the modern, consumerized tablet ecosystem?
by George Jones

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