iPad Mini has not yet been announced officially, but it has not even remained a secret for Apple. It is proven that Apple can’t keep a secret well. Everyone knows about it; the date of launch is pretty certain, the technical details of the new tablet have been published and even the probably price of this mini tablet.
However, iPad Mini will not enter the market alone with 7 inch tablet. Some strong competitors will complete against it on price, ecosystem, performance and features. Each has its own USP and Apple new kid on the block will need to answer the challenges.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0
This expensive tablet has most high number of physical features like IR blaster, dual cameras, and microSD expansion. This pure Android experience comes in less than $250. Till now it’s the highest amongst other 7 inch brothers and offer full Android experience. It also has TV remote functionality and expandable memory. It’s a good value for money.
Amazon Kindle Fire
The latest Kindle Fire has the same design as its predecessor, but features some internal up gradation such as twice the RAM, faster processor, and a better interface. The best part is the price – $159 will wake you up from dispirited apathy. The flip side is, it has no camera, no HD support, no HDMI, no storage expansion, no volume button. Though the design is same as the original, but it is a good tablet at such a low price.
Barnes & Noble Nook HD
The tablet has impressed critics with its redesigned interface, extremely light weight, microSD storage expansion, and the fastest processor 1.3GHz OMAP 4470 at $199.
Google Nexus 7
The toughest competitor of iPad Mini, Nexus 7 features Tegra 3-induced performance, NFC communication, and the latest version of Android – Jelly Bean. The beautifully designed, comfortable holding, fast performance and great media options come in just $199. The bad side – it has no HDMI and lack of expansion of memory. Currently it is on the top of the tablet market.
Kindle Fire HD
This tablet is damn good for you if you are a member of Amazon and avid fan of books, movies, TV shows and music. At only $199, the tablet presents an amazing screen, 720p front camera, and best speakers. Its refined interface is the best gateway to Amazon content for prime members.
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In another few days of couple of weeks Apple’s iPad Mini will be launched and it is speculated it will be low priced like Google Nexus 7 and Amazon Kindle Fire HD. With the release of iPad Mini the competition will become tougher and budget customers will have more choices in the market. Let’s wait and watch for one more month before deciding which to buy if the budget is around $200. Also, do share your own views about iPad Mini and its competitors.
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