- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
ViewSonic ViewPad 10
- 10.1"
- 32 GB
- WiFi
- Windows 7
#3 in Fastest 2011 tablets
Released February, 2011
by TrustedReviews (Mar, 2012)It felt very sturdy in the hand too, though as a result is quite heavy at 835g (the Wi-Fi iPad weighs only 680g).
Conclusion Check out the ViewSonic ViewPad 10
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the ViewSonic ViewPad 10
10.1”
Windows 7
by TrustedReviews (Mar, 2012)The capacitive multi-touch screen is sensitive and feels pleasant, and we had no problem navigating our way through Android.
screen size
10.1"
7"
7"
ViewPad 10 by TrustedReviews (Mar, 2012)As its name suggests, it features a 10in screen, making it slightly bigger than the 9.7in display of Apple's famous tablet.
ViewPad 10 by TrustedReviews (Mar, 2012)It's not that the hardware can't cope, it's that Windows was never designed from the ground up to be navigated by touch.
screen resolution
ViewPad 10 by TrustedReviews (Mar, 2012)Its glass-fronted screen is perfectly integrated into a glossy black bezel vaguely reminiscent of the iPad's, with a brushed aluminium back completing its premium look and feel.
memory
| 0 GB | 0.25 GB  | 2 GB |
camera resolution
| 0 MP | 1.9 MP   | 2 MP |
ViewPad 10 by TrustedReviews (Mar, 2012)An inbuilt G-sensor automatically orients the display to landscape or portrait.
processor
ViewPad 10 by 1-800-DIVORCE (Jun, 2011)After carefully reviewing tablets, I purchased the viewpad because of it's impressive specifications, fast (for a tablet) processor, and most of all the dual boot feature.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
-
Capacitive -
1.3 MP -
1.3 MP -
10.1" -
1.66 GHz -
2 GB -
Detects movement for interactive apps -
Many games and videos on the Internet require Adobe Flash -
use multiple fingers at once for more complex interactions
cons
-
Single core -
333 x 274 x 18 mm -
Can't automatically adjust for changes in ambient light -
1.3 MP -
Cannot detect when the tablet is rotated -
Feb, 2011 -
How you can use your tablet is controlled by a corporation -
117 ppi -
Cannot automatically pinpoint your location on a map -
No sense of direction when standing still -
Poorer input sound quality -
Not safe for use while driving -
need wi-fi or wired connection to be online -
Windows 7 -
1 Mbit/s (Bluetooth v2.0) -
1024 x 600 -
must unlock manually
Reviews Word on the street
 |
|
|---|---|
 |    Rated by 10 users at amazon.com Rated 80% by by R3sidual (May, 2011)   Rated 100% by by O.-G. (Sep, 2012) |
Screen
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 80% by by R3sidual (May, 2011)Once you get used to the touch screen you may find yourself smiling as you transfer a file from your friend's flash drive while streaming your favorite shows from Hulu, or you may be downloading some files while browsing actual websites instead of going through apps.
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 20% by by Clyde-Lerner--Clyde-Lerner (Jul, 2012)Turns on to Windows, but screen won't respond when I try to get to Android OS.
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 80% by by R3sidual (May, 2011)The weight of the device is fine for one-handed use in most positions but at first I found that my thumb would often end up touching the bottom of the screen, which will negate any input from your finger.
Type
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 80% by by D.-Claunch (May, 2011)I can use Windows as I have always done and can learn how to use Android on the same device.
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 100% by by Quickjman (Jul, 2012)if you take the time to load windows 8 (which is currently in beta and free to use).
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 80% by by D.-Claunch (May, 2011)I have cut out some Windows functions and made available more space.
Operating system
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 80% by by R3sidual (May, 2011)FYI, I do not use the Android 2.2 OS (Froyo) on this device.
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 20% by by Ron-J.-Klein (Aug, 2011)Viewsonic should allow for upgrades to Honeycomb and the latest OS.
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | by TrustedReviews (Mar, 2012)We can only hope the chip-maker will ease this requirement, as otherwise you may be permanently stuck with an outdated OS – though you can always try to 'hack' a newer version onto the ViewPad, of course.
Weight
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 100% by by C.-Spainhower (Feb, 2012)Since most of the negative reviews are from non-owners I will weight in with a more honest review from a non-owner.
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 100% by by Jonathon-M.-Bird--JBird (Mar, 2011)Though I am sure they make great paper weights, I'm not sure what they are good for.
Wifi
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 80% by by D.-Claunch (May, 2011)Then I can pick it up and take it anywhere (WiFi availability).
ViewSonic ViewPad 10 32 GB | Rated 20% by by Clyde-Lerner--Clyde-Lerner (Jul, 2012)When it is in Windows - it doesn't show ANY of the wireless networks in my neighborhood(or mine)!
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Google Nexus 10 Longest battery life Google Nexus 10 vs ViewSonic ViewPad 10 |
 | 3 | SKYTEX Skytab S-series Largest amount of storage capacity SKYTEX Skytab S-series vs ViewSonic ViewPad 10 |
 | 4 | Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 2-way tie: Supports 3G Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 vs ViewSonic ViewPad 10 |
 | 5 | AOC MW0811 Lightest AOC MW0811 vs ViewSonic ViewPad 10 |
 | 6 | Velocity Micro Cruz Reader 7" Tablet 4-way tie: Has an accelerometer Velocity Micro Cruz Reader 7" Tablet vs ViewSonic ViewPad 10 |
 | 7 | Sylvania SYTAB10MT 3-way tie: Decent amount of expandable storage Sylvania SYTAB10MT vs ViewSonic ViewPad 10 |
New duel?
Let the battle continue or dare to compare.
