Originally Posted by
philip041
Hi, I'm planning a long tour (6 months) and wondering what advice there is on getting a tablet/ipad and/or kindle? A few basic requirements:
- I want to be able read and have reluctantly conceded paperbacks aren't a practical option
- Skype(or equivalent) with family and friends
- Watch film on Netflix - I know this might sound an excessive luxury but I am learning French and find watching some tv in French each day is a good way to keep it up
- Am interested also in an audible account
I'll be taking my iphone with me, not at all interested in taking a laptop. The ipad seems on the edge of being over the top but wonder if anyone has recommendations on whether to get a kindle and an ipad or maybe a tablet can do everything and still be durable enough for constant daily use?
Thanks
Ipad maybe "over the top" but it is in the lead, and offers all of what you ask for -- albeit with a price to match. Can't tell if you're a fanboy, but since you asked the question maybe not?
Anyway, there are a lot of tablets that fill the # 2 and below slot, but pros and cons always apply. At the top of the Android ladder, and for your purposes, I recommend the following:
Galaxy Tab S4 -- Best in Class OLED HDR display. Visuals are as good as it gets.
8mp front facing camera
Included S-pen
On the budget side:
Huawei Matebook Which according to CES should be arriving soon.