Acer shows two new tablets: Windows 8 and Android - ZDNet.nl

Summary: A powerful Windows 8 tablet and a dirt-cheap Android tablet, two very difficult markets. Acer rolls up his sleeves and confronts.

are difficult months for the computer industry. The laptops and stationary computers get hit by the rising popularity of tablets and smartphones. The solution? Bring both to each other and stick an attractive price for the masses. At least, that seems to be the magic formula which Acer gambling.

Acer Aspire P3

first to turn the Aspire P3, a Windows 8 tablet with an Intel Core i3 or i5 on board. One way to really decent to work with. Acer also emphasized that it is a ‘Ultrabook convertable. In terms of speed it is good, but it’s a shame that Acer has not provided.

this powerful tablet with a Full HD screenAcer

knows how to package its products, because along with the tablet you will find the bluetooth cover case in the box. When you take into account that the cheapest version with an Intel Core i3 599 euros will cost me, seems a very competitive price. A test will have to decide whether you useful if ultrabook can use it. Tablet

in the future

time being any disadvantage? It’s pretty wringing before you can get. Tablet out of its housing Moreover, it would have been useful if there were magnetic connectors on the keyboard. Then had a bluetooth connection not been necessary. A European price is not yet known. From May 14th is this tablet in the store.

Acer Iconia A1

Acer has experience with budget tablets, judging by the Iconia B1 (URL http://www.zdnet.be/review/148369/acer-iconia-b1-budgettablet-met-ambitie/), but the biggest pain point remains always a substandard screen and slow processor. Acer Iconia A1 has therefore proposed: quad-core processor, IPS display, 1GB of RAM and Android 4.2.2. All from 169 euros. Sounds on paper already attractive.

A brief hands-on teaching me that the 7.9 inch screen scores fairly well. The resolution is not top, 1024 by 768 pixels, but the quality and wide viewing angle’s okay. Moreover, almost at the top of the phone screen stick something even a sore point was the Iconia B1. Any animation or job is flowing on the screen, and multitasking leave the unit barely sweating. Punishment in this price range.

The tablet is available in 8 or 16 GB, WiFi or 3G. from 14 May With a Micro SD slot that number can thicken to a maximum of 32 GB. Remarkable for its price is the presence of a front and rear camera. This seems to be the preferred tablet that you can find for less than 200 euros.

on the market

Specifications Acer Aspire P3

• Intel Core i3/i5
• 2 GB or 4 GB DDR3 RAM
• 11.6 inch 1366 x 768 IPS
• 60 GB or 120 GB SSD
• Intel HD 4000 Graphics
• 1 MP front, 5 MP rear
• Windows 8
• Tablet: 790 grams, cover: 600 grams

Specifications Acer Iconia A1:

• MTK quad 1.2Ghz
• 1GB DDR3 RAM
• 7.9 inch 1024 x 768 IPS
• 8 GB / 16 GB
• 0.3 MP front, 5 MP rear
• Android 4.2.2
• WiFi: 410 grams, 3G: 430 grams