ViewSonic gTablet

ViewSonic is not necessarily a brand name that many people know of let alone would associate with high prices and status the way they would with, say, “Apple”. They are, however, attempting to make their name with as an iPad killer with this line of relatively affordable tablets that, while not specifically designed to compete with the iPad, seem intended to provide a substitute for those who would rather not put down more than $500 on a single gadget.

Design of the ViewSonic gTablet

The gTablet has an intuitively designed exterior with external buttons that seem thoughtfully placed. The average user, including those who are new to the world of touchscreen tablets, should have no trouble at all finding and and using the volume rocker or the home button. The device itself is as speedy and powerful as your average desktop was a few years back and is capable of handling a variety of light tasks. Unlike so many other budget tablets, the ViewSonic gTablet has a USB port, a real one too, not just the little mini-USB for charging. The USB port means that you can attach a keyboard and type on it.

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ViewSonic is not necessarily a brand name that many people know of let alone would associate with high prices and status the way they would with, say, “Apple”. They are, however, attempting to make their name with as an iPad killer with this line of relatively affordable tablets that, while not specifically designed to compete with the iPad, seem intended to provide a substitute for those who would rather not put down more than $500 on a single gadget.

Design of the ViewSonic gTablet

The gTablet has an intuitively designed exterior with external buttons that seem thoughtfully placed. The average user, including those who are new to the world of touchscreen tablets, should have no trouble at all finding and and using the volume rocker or the home button. The device itself is as speedy and powerful as your average desktop was a few years back and is capable of handling a variety of light tasks. Unlike so many other budget tablets, the ViewSonic gTablet has a USB port, a real one too, not just the little mini-USB for charging. The USB port means that you can attach a keyboard and type on it.

Available Content for this E-Reader

One of the big features of this device is that it uses Google’s Android browser, which despite its flaws does provide users with an array of apps and flexibility that raise the touchscreen tablet above the level of being a mere toy. Software like Skype and Kindle run flawlessly.

Ease of Use of the ViewSonic gTablet

Speaking of Kindle, the Android eBook app makes reading on the 10 inch screen a comfortable, enjoyable experience. Also available is the Nook for android, thereby allowing owners of Android tablets the opportunity to have the best of both worlds.

Battery Life of this E-Reader

With most Android devices, battery use could be considered the Achilles heel, however, the ViewSonic gTablet does do better than most with with an 8-10 hour lifespan that includes the use of the device to watch videos.

Additional Features of the gTablet

Additional features include the 1.3 megapixel camera and HDMI output, which means that it is possible to stream shows to a suitably equipped television set.

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