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I've received my Acer Iconia W510 Intel Tablet with Windows 8 almost a year ago, and I have to admit, it was a rocky start! I was so used to a regular laptop and my iPad that it took quite a while to get used to the format of my new Intel Tablet. Once I got the hang of it, I realized that I actually preferred it! I don't know if anyone else feels this way, but I actually feel like using an Intel Tablet with Windows 8 is like using a computer - just in miniature form!
After moving from Windows 7 on my laptop and iOS on my iPad to using a Windows 8 tablet (and now a Windows 8 laptop too), I don't know how I functioned for so long on two different operating systems! My goal is to eventually move to using a Windows phone too, so that I have the same platform for all of my devices.
As part of my membership in the Intel #TabletCrew, I was asked if I prefer to use my Intel Tablet for work or play...like most people, I use my tablet for both things.
As a blogger, I work almost every day, and it's not always during traditional business hours. But who wants to be chained to their desk and their laptop in the evenings while they're working on blog posts and engaging in social media fun? I love bringing my Intel Tablet to the living room so that I can get a little work done on the tablet while we are all watching television together, or even into bed with me while I am watching a movie before bed. It makes my home office 100% portable, and I can't imagine accomplishing everything I need to do in a day without my tablet!
On the flip side, I use my Intel tablet just as much for pleasure: writing emails to friends, reading my friend's Facebook updates or tweeting with friends across the world; I do it all from my Intel Tablet because the screen is bigger than my iPhone. And now that Windows 8 has an Instagram app, I can use it to browse through my Instagram feed too! I even take my Intel Tablet with me when I am traveling because it's so much lighter than my laptop, and I can access all of my Microsoft programs while on the go!
As a big fan of Windows, I was really happy to learn that Windows 8 was actually designed especially for Intel - which means that the platform works incredibly well on Intel Tablets! While my experience with Intel Tablets so far has only been with the Acer Iconia, I'll soon be getting a new tablet as part of my Windows Champions ambassadorship, and I can't wait to try that one out too!
You can find out more about Intel Tablets and which one is right for you on Intel.com.
Marina
I've been contemplating in investing in a tablet for trips as my laptop is one of those bulky kinds. Will need to look into what Intel offers, Thanks.
Tammy
This year it was a little lean at Christmas since we just moved - but I've been eying these in the store. Windows 8 doesn't look as scary to me as it once did 😉
Liz
I love tablets for social, email and watching movies!!!! That's mostly what I use mine for.
Melissa
I'm really loving Windows 8. I think that looks like a great tablet!
Megan
I think this would be so much easier than the phone I'm currently using.
Jenn
If your Intel tablet with Windows 8 is as user-friendly as my Windows phone, no wonder you are happy!
Colleen
I love having a tablet though I've never tried this one. I do love Windows 8 if you have a touchscreen.
Annie
This is awesome!! I had no idea intel was made FOR windows. And since they have an instagram app, I have to check out this tablet now 🙂
Shell Feis
Right now all I have is a desktop so I am always either chained to it or missing things- neither is a great option. I really need to get a tablet!
Holly
We've been researching tablets for my mom. She needs something a little more than her Nook. This tablet looks like it might be a good option.
trisha
I dont think I could live without my tablet! Honestly!!!
trisha
Crystal Gibson
I am a huge fan of Windows 8. I have a Dell laptop (non-touchscreen) and love it. I am looking to add a tablet to my tech collection. It would be so much easier for traveling and blogging on the go. Having one like the Acer Iconia would be fabulous since I am already familiar with the platform. Thanks for the info!
Melissa
I actually don't own a tablet. I really want one though, because it would be nice to have a portable device for traveling bigger than my cell phone!
Stefani
Is it bad that I have a tablet and an iPad? I do prefer working from my desktop but my tablet does come in handy for when I am not home. I would love to test out this tablet since it has Windows 8.
ashley
I love my tablet, it comes in handy on so many occasions!
Andrew
I have Windows 8 on my son's desktop computer and can't make heads or tails of it. It looks like it'd be great for a touch screen device like a tablet or smartphone, though. And from your review, sounds like that's exactly right.
Digna D.
I have thought about giving a tablet a try but have heard so many negative things about them. I like to multi-task and always have a few windows open at the same time when blogging. Because of this I don't feel this would be a good fit for me. However, if you are only using it for social media I see how it could be a great alternative.
Wendy
I've been thinking about getting a tablet. I wonder if I'll like it, though, because I HATE my husbands laptop! I'm a big baby and love my desktop!
Virginia
Looks like a great tablet. I will need to replace mine soon.
HilLesha
That's one thing I'm hoping to buy during tax season. 🙂
Toni
This sounds like a great little tablet.