iPad 2 vs Commtiva N700
iPad 2 and Commtiva N 700 are two smart tablet PCs that have comparable features. Though it is true that apple’s iPad has been ruling the roost in the tablet PC market since its launch last year, and this dominance has been boosted with the unveiling of iPad 2 which is faster and better than its predecessor, there are other players in the market giving stiff competition to iPad2. One such tablet is Commtiva N700, which is rubbing shoulders with iPad 2 feature by feature. To make the scenario clear, here is a comparison of the two smart tablets that will make the difference between iPad 2 and Commtiva N 700 clear to the readers.
iPad 2
No other company creates such an aura around its products like Apple and people wait for the launch of its products as the ultimate catch. So when iPad was launched last year, it was lapped up by waiting consumers and it did exceed their expectations. Exactly after an year, Steve Jobs, the CEO of Apple has unveiled iPad 2, which is faster, thinner and lighter than its predecessor.
iPad 2 sports 1GHz dual core A 5 processor that reportedly is twice as fast as its predecessor, the A 4. Not only this, this processor is also nearly10 times faster in processing graphics than A 4, which makes reading e-books (iBook) pleasure on iPad 2. As far as display is concerned, the screen of iPad is of same size, and it stands at 9.7” with LED backlit IPS technology that has by now become legendary as far as brightness and sharpness of screen is concerned. The resolution stands at 1024X768 pixels at 132ppi.
As promised, iPad 2 is not only lighter; it is also thinner than iPad. How it has been managed despite keeping the display of same size is amazing, and though the tablet is faster, it consumes the same power as iPad. Standing at 8.8mm, iPad 2 is even thinner than iPhone 4. Addition of new features such as HD camera at the back and front facing camera to use with FaceTime did not add to the weight which is 1.33 pounds compared to iPad.
iPad 2 is a dual camera tablet that not only captures high definition videos with a 5X zoom but also a front VGA camera for video chatting. iPad 2 is equipped with gyroscope, accelerometer, and ambient light sensor that make playing games virtual delight. iPad 2 is available in both simple Wi-Fi as well as both Wi-Fi and 3G -connectivity. As far as internal storage capacity is concerned, iPad 2 is available in several versions with 16 GB, 32 GB, and 64 GB capacities. Despite being loaded with features, iPad 2 offers same 10 hour battery life that was offered by iPad. So whether you are watching videos, listening to music or reading e-books, you can rest assured that your tablet will last long. Last, but not the least, iPad 2 provides HDMI connectivity that allows users to see videos captured through their iPad on TV. iPad 2 is equipped with the now legendary iOS 4.3 that makes using the phone and its applications a very pleasing experience.
Commtiva N 700
Everybody is fond of tablets because of their features and nearly all are in search of these modern gadgets. But many are hesitant because of exorbitant prices. For cash strapped fans of tablet PC’s, Commtiva N 700 is a perfect tablet. This wonderful tablet pushes iPad 2 in terms of features and performance, and if you feel iPad 2 to be too pricey, you can go in for Commtiva N 700.
You may have to compromise a bit as the screen size is 7” here, but it is also a capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 800X480 pixels that is bright enough for a clear display. The tablet is equipped with dual cameras, the rear one being 3MP. The best feature of this competitively priced tablet is its operating system which is Android 2.2 Froyo which allows people to download thousands of apps from the Android Market and also watch flash videos on the web with its browser.
The processor which stands at 600 MHz is also a bit slower than that of iPad 2 but the tablet is solidly built and gives a good feeling to the user. What is good is that it allows use of micro SD card to increase internal memory.
So, if you are looking for a tablet with a decent performance, and which is also inexpensive, you can go for Commtiva N 700 but if you are looking for the ultimate in tablets with a rewarding experience of use, there is none to beat iPad 2.