Originally Posted by
ScottC
Amazing - apparently nobody can read any more on Flyertalk...
NC_Girl - I just picked up the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 - Nicely sized 8" tablet, stylus, MicroSD slot and plenty of ram/CPU. Very snappy, has of course all the Google goodies. At $399, definitely pricier than a Nexus 7 though. Many Best Buy stores now have a Samsung Experience in-store, so you can try out the Note 8. I LOVE mine.
The TF700 is definitely a good device, but I found mine too laggy - and the high-res screen doesn't really serve any purpose.
Other things I like about the Note 8:
Does HDMI out with a $15 dongle
Supports USB devices with a USB OTG plug
MicroSD
Good battery
Feels and looks awesome
Some GREAT cases on Amazon (the tablet supports case wake/lock)
Promo for free $25 Google Play credit.
If you have the $$$$, there is an international version of the Note 8 with cellular connectivity.
I've never had a desire, much less need, to buy a tablet. But the Note 8 could be very useful to me for the notetaking function, especially when I'm directing a conference. So I'm now considering it.
How is it as an e-reader? (Something else I've never had a desire to spend money on since I get all the books I want for free. I'm now seeing enough downloads from my public library for books I actually want to read, as opposed to all the free books people tell me are available and I have no interest in.) I'd use this function when traveling but not at home.