7" tablet suggestions please

[makeitfit]

Hi all, I need your advice/experiences with 7" tablets. I need one for in the truck to run mapping package, so needs GPS built in. Also bluetooth so I can connect easily to the cat/truck hi-fi etc.
I bought one from Aldi but didn't do my research and it didn't have GPS on board :doh Sold that on fleabay and so want a replacement as cheap as poss :sly

 

[Fez_uk]

Something like a nexus 7 should work nicely.

I've got MMtracker pro for android if you want it? It's online somewhere but think my mate still has it backed up. Works well with un-encrypted memory map files.

 

[rayf3262]

N7 is a good choice, but do figure your memory size requirements as they do not have an expansion slot for additional memory. Having said that, I think the latest breed come as 16G minimum.

 

[AlexD333]

Galaxy tablet is very clever. Check compatibility with the map app as I dont own one.

 

[clivvy]

Nexus 7 great, but Galaxy 7 is very good and has expansion option - so may be the better choice.

the cheap ones from ebay are a bit risky, but don't be frightened of the more cheaper alternatives you can buy in UK shops. PERSONALLY, id be sticking to a brand device, Asus (nexus in particular) Samsung and Lenovo (8 inch, but ridiculous battery life and its on my to buy list)

http://shop.lenovo.com/gb/en/tablets/ideatab/yoga/yoga-8/

 

[R1cho]

ive got the galaxy tab 3 in the 7" flavour, is a very good tab with bluetooth, gps and wifi, you can also tether it to your mobile and use its data connection :thumbs

 

[arcascomp]

If you get a cheapie with bluetooth, you could always use a bluetooth GPS, a bit clunky but might help with budget.

 

[makeitfit]

I've got a gps dongle but that uses the mini usb point and therefore no ongoing charging of the tablet ! That's why I just got rid of the Medion jobbie. To be fair it was bloody good for 70 quid but as no GPS
Lenovo looks an option :thumbs

 

[Fez_uk]

I've got a gps dongle but that uses the mini usb point and therefore no ongoing charging of the tablet ! That's why I just got rid of the Medion jobbie. To be fair it was bloody good for 70 quid but as no GPS
Lenovo looks an option :thumbs

Couldn't you just of ran a separate power feed to the bluetooth dongle?

 

[makeitfit]

Could have but didn't want to Just want neat n tidy simple as etc :thumbs
I've been looking at that lenovo mmmm ording any second noooow

 

[R1cho]

Could have but didn't want to Just want neat n tidy simple as etc :thumbs
I've been looking at that lenovo mmmm ording any second noooow

has the lenova got gps?

 

[clivvy]

yes, Lenovo has GPS, in fact, if you hang on im actually picking up the 10" version tomorrow from work as a replacement for my Toshiba Ultrabook - ill be able to let you know if its any good, though the reviews I read are very good. 18 hours battery life is a huge plus point in my opinion.

 

[makeitfit]

Too late, done Funky looking beast
Bluetooth 4, GPS 16gb on board, expandable via ext micro sd 64 gb
Dolby sound something, front speakers
18 hours battery :sly
Pretty damn good dpi etc
159 quid :naughty

 

[zippy656]

Sounds nice

 

[Sweety]

Too late, done Funky looking beast
Bluetooth 4, GPS 16gb on board, expandable via ext micro sd 64 gb
Dolby sound something, front speakers
18 hours battery :sly
Pretty damn good dpi etc
159 quid :naughty

Sounds nice you just need to mod your dash now to mount it & have a factory look:naughty

 

[zippy656]

Sounds nice you just need to mod your dash now to mount it & have a factory look:naughty

Need pics then

 

[R1cho]

Sounds nice you just need to mod your dash now to mount it & have a factory look:naughty

but if its in the dash you cant use the video recording facility :doh:

 

[clivvy]

Too late, done Funky looking beast
Bluetooth 4, GPS 16gb on board, expandable via ext micro sd 64 gb
Dolby sound something, front speakers
18 hours battery :sly
Pretty damn good dpi etc
159 quid :naughty

ooohhh goody, you got the Yoga 8 then?

awesome, I think you made the right choice! Cant argue with that battery life and every review I have read has been very good.:thumbs

 

[makeitfit]

Yep can't wait :naughty The dude who bought my medion one paid up quick sharp so I've just done the same
Hoora for pay pal :thumbs
I'll report back once I've fingered it a lot :lol
Cheers Clivvy :bow

 

[kitchenman]

I got the original Nexus 7
I run Google maps and have it tethered to my 3G phone. N7 does not have 3G
Both are plugged into chargers, 3G runs away with the battery on my Experia P
I like google maps always being updated