The top 3 best selling tablets on Amazon.com

It is very interesting watching how the trend for tablets is developing for the 2011 market. Notably, most PC and laptop manufacturers are switching to the tablet bandwagons which has resulted the availability of several tablets in the global market. Since many tablets are currently getting into the market, the competition is becoming very intense. Keeping up with this intense competition is very vital to all varieties of the tablet products. However, some do not fair very well in the market. In-depth analysis of the Amazon bestselling statistics yields very significant about the competitiveness of these tablets.

According to the latest data for the 2011 tablets sales, in the top ranked sales is the ASUS Eee Slate EP121-1A011M 12.1-Inch Tablet PC. This tablet has been in the top 100 best selling list since February. Clients using this tablet claim that the ASUS Eee Slate EP121 is best for its entertainment, productive, and connectivity features that has kept it at the top. It has very clear and high definition entertainment and simple navigate features. With the ASUS Eee Slate EP121, you have a wide 175-degree viewing angle for photos, videos, and other content sharing.

In the second position of the Amazon bestselling list is the Archos 70 - 8 GB Internet Tablet (Black) by Archos. This tablet that is developed with a wide 12.1" WSVGA (1280x800) Capacitive LED Touch screen has been reigning the market for over a month now. It comes pre-installed with Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit) Operating System. Just like the counterpart ASUS Eee Slate EP121 in the first position, this tablet has the best features that every user would like to have in a tablet.

Lastly, in the third rank this year’s bestselling tablets according the Amazon sales statistics is the ARCHOS 101 Internet Tablet 8GB by Archos. Like the sister tablet by Archos in the second position, it has managed to keep hold of the top 100 best-selling position for more than two months now. This tablet is designed with features that ensures great performance, entertainment, and screen resolution.

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Top 3 best selling tablets on Amazon.co.uk

Looking at the Amazon’s statistics about the best-selling tablets in UK, it is truly interesting to see how the trending for tablet is taking place. Given that tablets have a greater market share in UK, the statistics does not reveal any contradictory figures from the consumers’’ expectations. The Amazon released its latest statistics of the most popular and bestselling tablets in UK by end of April 2011.

According to the amazon.co.uk April 2011 statistics shows that Asus EeePad Transformer TF101 10.1 inch Tablet PC leads the top consumer tablets in the UK market. This tablet which has a docking station and physical keyboards did manage to outperform other rival products by sales volumes significantly. However, in the month of May, it come closely but did not manage it to the best selling position for the UK market. Its performance in the UK market is by no doubt as a result of its impressive specifications and affordability as compared with other contemporary tablets in this stiff competing market.

Second in the UK best ranking tablets for the month of April according to Amazon.co.uk is the Apple’s iPad 64GB WiFi + 3G. It is a magical and revolutionary product that is likewise affordably priced. It has a beautiful 9.7-inch Multi-Touch display that has significantly edged out other tablets by its display performances and resolution. With this tablet, users get the experience for web, email, photos and videos.

Lastly, the third ranked bestselling tablet for the month of april2011, according to the amazon.co.uk sales data is the A1CS X220 Tablet. This tablet came closely in the third position with a small percentage separating it from the second placed Apple’s iPad 64GB WiFi. This impressive tablet uses the Android 2.2 operating system, WIFI and MIFI. It has a high resolution 1024x600 touch screen display that supports HD viewing. Most consumers love its black and silver colour combinations.

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The top 3 best selling laptops on Amazon.co.uk

With the ongoing trends of keeping up with the new technologies in the market, electronic manufacturers are doing their best to provide the best devices ever in the market. With the need to satisfy ever changing client needs and the advanced in technologies, several laptops are currently available in market. Some get the best share of this intensively competitive industry while a significant number also ends up without any notice. But what is so unique about the best selling laptops that they remain competitive midst the vast alternatives available? The answer automatically relies on the technology. Most electronic users love to keep up with the latest technology. Let’s look at the current top three best selling laptops according to Amazon UK sales statistics.

According to the latest Amazon statistics, in the top selling list is the Toshiba Satellite L655-S5158 15.6-Inch Laptop (Black). This machine that uses the Intel Core i3-380M Processor 2.53 GHz has successfully edged out other rival laptops in the UK market. Interestingly, it has been on the leading position for almost 120 days. I think people loves it special features that includes the upgradable 4GB DDR3 1066MHz, the 3MB Cache, and a 40GB (5400 RPM) Serial ATA hard disk drive. The machine comes with Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit and a 6 cell Lithium Ion battery pack.

In the second best selling position is the Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop. This laptop has been in the top 100 best selling list for 74 day now. It has a state-of-the-art dual-core Intel i5 processor that can deliver a doubled performance than other previous versions of the MacBook Pro pushing it to the top list. In the third position of bestselling laptops in UK, by Amazon sales statistics is the Acer AS1430Z-4677 11.6-Inch Laptop (Diamond Black). Just like the previous two laptops, the Acer Aspire 1430Z notebook PC is designed with features to offers great performance. By now, it has been on the top 100 bestselling list for 87 days.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon Vs NVIDIA Tegra 2

By guest writer Ojwango in Kenya.

With the competition to provide the best mobile devices in the market hots up, we take aquick look at two of the major players in the SoC (system on chip) arena. Previously, the first generation of the Snapdragon chips were common in phones like HD2, Nexus One, and Evo 4G providing what was considered at the time to be great performance. However, with the advancement in technology, a new generation of the Snapdragon chips known as the Qualcomm Snapdragon has been developed to step up the possibilities for applications in phones.

Unlike the NVIDIA Tegra 2, the Qualcomm Snapdragon chip is developed not to use the processor based on the ARM-designed chip. However, the application has a Qualcomm designed the core that have several features to improves its functionality. Unlike the last Snapdragon chips generation from Nexus One which depended on the 65nm process tech, the new Qualcomm Snapdragon allows phones to increase their performance. They can now use the 45nm technology that has more transistors.

Like the Snapdragon, Tegra 2 has to upgrade its applications. After realizing that Nvidia was making any progress with the Tegra, they decided to upgrade their application to what is now known as the Tegra 2 platform. TheTegra 2 platform has significantly exploded Android platforms in the market. Another notable diffences between them is that the Tegra 2 platform uses a high density transistor than the Qualcomm Snapdragon which is A8-based chips. Likewise, contrary to the Qualcomm Snapdragon, the NVIDIA Tegra 2 uses a 40nm manufacturing process.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab

The news and stories of the Samsung Galaxy Tab has been abuzz since early 2010. As Samsung released smart phones installed with the Android operating system, it was expected that the tablet version of this line up will surely be impressive. First generation tablets are starting to go down in the local market, but will the new Samsung Galaxy Tab stream in the competition?

This tablet is similar to both a smart phone and a laptop but with few twists. The 7-inch tablet device can be held in one hand without being bulky. Its 7- inch display is made by gorilla glass, so it is essential to keep it protected every time. It approximately weighs 375 grams making it lighter and smaller than other tablet brand models. Its design can be best described as solid, clean and sleek. The back is made out of plastic.

This tablet is not a phone but its applications and connectivity enables communication through the internet. Phone calls and SMS can be supported in this model blurring the lines between tablet and smartphone.

With the Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 3G, you have a lot of choices to suit your wireless needs. Following the previous models of the Galaxy line up, the Samsung Galaxy Tab is operated by the Android 2.2 OS also known as Froyo. This means the capability to browse popular websites that can’t be opened in smart phones.

Unlike an ordinary tablet, this tab can run two to three applications at the same time enabling multitasking. Because of its operating system, third party applications are downloadable and can be installed immediately. Software applications like games, health-related apps, and more can be searched in the net. Moreover, playing games and watching videos in the Samsung Galaxy Tab is an enjoyable feat. You can use it for hours with the high definition graphics in the screen.

The audio is good, too. There is built-in music player software which you can easily customize with your favorite songs. The network connection speed is respectable depending upon your location. It has two built-in cameras, one in the front which is perfect for conferences and video calls; the other camera is located at the upper left back of the tab. The front camera has a basic 1.3 megapixels while the back has 3 megapixels, it can serve as a basic camera.

The battery life is quite impressive for a tablet. It can last up to 6 hours or even a day depending on its usage. However, there are seldom momentarily lags but are not that noticeable.

For a device that’s situated between a laptop and a smart phone, the Samsung Galaxy Tab is arguably the best Android based device that sits in the sub-niche between smartphone and full-size tablet.

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3 best selling laptops on Amazon.com

As the time passes by, the electronic commerce industry is creating a whole new concept for people. Online shopping is suddenly getting its attention as consumers choose to buy through the internet. The online marketing website Amazon.com is one of the leading e-commerce sites found in the net. It is a U.S. based company which started initially as an online bookstore but later on diversified in other fields such as house wares, toys and consumer electronics.
Cell phones, MP3 players and laptops can be ordered online and shipped right to your doorstep. Students, businessmen and homemakers prefer to buy their gadgets online because it is cheaper than retailers. If you are planning to buy a laptop, be sure to check out the top three best-selling laptops in Amazon.com, this list is based on their online statistics for the first quarter of 2011.

Hewlett-Packard (HP) Pavilion dm4-1160us

Topping our list is the Hewlett-Packard (HP) Pavilion dm4-1160us 14-Inch Laptop PC. This is a thin, lightweight laptop that has everything you could ever want in a notebook. The battery life can last up to 6.25 hours. It has an integrated fingerprint recognition which makes your passwords easy to manage. Watching and burning a CD or DVD are possible through its built-in optical drive. The screen is a high definition LED display. There is a built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection so rest assured that you’ll always be online. Pure satisfaction can be expected in buying this laptop.

Mac book Pro MC374LL/A

Next on our top three list is the Mac book Pro MC374LL/A from Apple. It is a 13-inch laptop which can last up to 10 hours on a full charge. Built from a single block of aluminum, this laptop is greener than most of its kind. Its processor is undoubtedly faster than their previous models. It has a pristine white LED backlight display which is a perfect canvas for making or watching movies. It is ultra-thin and preferred by most students. Durable and compact, this Mac book Pro is certainly one of Apple’s engineering achievement.

ASUS A52F-XA2

Joining the two amazing laptops is the ASUS A52F-XA2 15.6-Inch Laptop. This laptop is powered by an Intel Core i3 processor which increases the mobility of its users. It is designed for everyday tasks and internet browsing. Its sleek and scratch-free surface makes this a low-maintenance but high quality laptop. Even if your palm grazes the pad accidentally, the multi-touch track pad is controlled by their built-in software called Asus Palm-proof technology. This laptop is bought mostly by home makers and small business owners.

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Thoughts about laptops and tablets.

Technology has been moving at a fast pace and mobility is the fashion trend today. Every establishment or institution is expected to have a Wi-Fi connection for its consumers. This is because people have become socially involved in the virtual media. The internet has affected everything and it is accessible to every person in the world. Everyone wants to have a permanent presence in the internet anytime and anywhere. Laptops and high end tablets are considered to be the latest mediums to keep this access. One can never have everything so if you are torn between these two gadgets, always remember to choose the one that can benefit you most and cover your needs. It all depends entirely on your preference.

Laptops were made so that people can carry their computers anywhere they go. It’s similar to a normal desktop personal computer. Compared to a tablet, a laptop has a faster processor and multi-tasking capabilities. But there are several drawbacks of having a laptop. One of them is its lack of 3g connection which is already installed in some tablets. You can still access the internet through a Wi-Fi connection or a broadband connection but the speed depends on your location. What makes a tablet so interesting is its newness to the market. A tablet is a technology innovation having a 3g capacity, but has additional specifications to resemble a computer. It is lighter than a laptop. Most tablets are shaped like a book, making it perfect for reading e-books. It comes in a slate form. The screen may measure up to fourteen inches. The overall look of most tablets can be described as sleek and compact. It does not have a physical keyboard which only means it is just a screen. Like a laptop, tablets have an operating system. This is why it can perform basic computing services like browsing the internet, taking pictures, e-mails, and more. However, tablets use touch screen as the primary input device. The virtual keyboard is used when typing. This may cause a little difficulty at first because of the small buttons. Although it would be easier to type once you get the hang of it. Good thing about being a touch screen device is you get to enjoy scrolling and zooming objects directly on the screen which you can’t normally do on a laptop. There is also a special pen used for easier navigation. Your handwriting will be the input. However, tablets do not have an optical drive making its memory capacity lower than a normal laptop. You can opt to buy an external drive for a larger capacity. Other than that, some people still prefer using their laptops instead of tablets because of it is not capable of multi-tasking.

Companies like Microsoft, Apple, Samsung and others have produced their respective tablets and are thoroughly used worldwide today. Two of the most popular tablets are the Galaxy Tab from Samsung and the iPad 2 from Apple.

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