Research Guides: New Media and Education: Tablet Computers

iPad Mini

The iPad Mini was released November 2012. It has a 7.9" screen vs. the 9.5" screen of the iPad. Source: MobileTechReview on YouTube

iPad

Video Source: MobileTechReview on YouTube

Kindle Fire

Amazon released their original version of a tablet computer November 2011 called the Kindle Fire. The device runs a customized Android OS. Since its initial release models with various specs have been released. Some have wifi, some also have 4G. Screen size and storage space varies. For up-to-date news check out mashable's page on the Kindle Fire. (Video Source: MobileTechReview)

A mazon Refreshes its Kindle Line NYT Fall 2014 article

Nook Tablet

Barnes and Noble released their Nook Tablet beginning in 2011. B & N has since teamed up with Samsung to offer the Galaxy Tab 4 Nook 7.0 and Galaxy Tab 4 Nook 10.1 (Video Source: C NET)

Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1"

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is an example of a tablet computer that runs Google's Android Honeycomb operating system. For more information on Android based tablets, check out CNET's list of best Android tablets. (Video Source: MobileTechReview)

News and Research

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What is a tablet computer?

A tablet computer, or a tablet, is a mobile computer, larger than a mobile phone or personal digital assistant, integrated into a flat touch screen and primarily operated by touching the screen rather than using a physical keyboard. It often uses an onscreen virtual keyboard, a passive stylus pen, or a digital pen.

Source: Wikipedia

Where can I learn more about tablet computers?

Educational Apps

Apple in Education
There are a variety of apps available for the iPad, iPod Touch, and iPhone that have educational value.

CourseSmart

CourseSmart Apps for Apple and Android Devices

Which tablet?

Considering a tablet? Check out some info in the links below on which tablet might be right for you.

CNET - Find the right tablet for you

QR Codes

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iPad Users

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Libraries

MC Connect and Library Mobile Apps

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