Tablet PCs

The cultural impact of tablet computers can be seen all around us -- we're a mobile society with constant Web access. But how have tablets impacted our consumer behaviors specifically?

By Bernadette Johnson

Tablets have fundamentally changed the way people interact with technology. But how deep does that influence go, and how does it impact other technology?

By Nathan Chandler

Amazon has released several Kindle models, but the Paperwhite is designed to completely change the e-reader experience. How well does it succeed, and are any challengers stepping up to the plate?

By Bernadette Johnson

Apple's late 2012 addition to the tablet market didn't surprise many people -- details about the iPad Mini had leaked long before its official announcement. Does the iPad's baby brother live up to the pre-release hype?

By Wesley Fenlon

Perhaps you've heard of the Maylong M-150. After all, it had the unique distinction of being a tablet sold at Walgreens -- a U.S. drugstore known more for picking up nail polish and prescriptions than personal technology. What else is there to know?

By Kate Kershner

With loads of pricey tablets hitting the market, it might seem a bit much to throw lots of cash at the latest cool gadget. SVP Tablets offer touch-screen slates for a budget price, but how well do its features rack up?

By Laurie L. Dove

Amazon's Kindle Fire is more than just an e-book reader. In fact, the device became the best-selling Android tablet on the market not long after its introduction. What sets this inexpensive tablet apart?

By Jonathan Strickland

Amazon's Kindle Fire and the Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet are both inexpensive, and offer a wealth of content options for customers. Although they're very similar, each has subtle advantages. Which would you choose?

By Jonathan Strickland

With their budget-friendly offerings, Nextbook tablets are another player in the tablet PC game. We'll check out their specs and features and show you how they compare to other low-priced tablets on the market.

By Nathan Chandler

A MID is a small, highly portable gadget that allows us to get on the Web to check e-mail, update our social networking sites of choice, play games and locate ourselves on a map, among many other things. But what devices can be considered MIDs?

By Bernadette Johnson

Before it hit store shelves, the iPad 3 had generated a lot of hype thanks to its Retina display and more-powerful processor. But are those features worth trading in your old tablet to pick up a third-generation iPad?

By Jonathan Strickland

Le Pan tablets may not have the power and speed of the industry-leading iPad, but it offers access to the Android app store and a host of other features. What can it do for you?

By Ed Grabianowski

While the name Sylvania might instantly make you think of light bulbs, the company is in the tablet business too. What features set their tablet apart from the rest?

By Caitlin Uttley

The perennial quest for the all-in-one computing device turns up another tablet, but this time it's affordable. Curious yet?

By Nicholas Gerbis

Ematic makes a host of Android tablets that won't break the bank. But what do they offer at such a low price? We'll tell you.

By Terri Briseno

Wacom tablets aren't your average tablet PCS. They're pen tablets that allow artistic professionals and hobbyists alike to capture their art in a digital fashion.

By Kate Kershner

The gadget Razer showed off at CES 2012 was eye-popping and a little mind-boggling. Could a tablet-style computer with attached controllers really appeal to gamers?

By Wesley Fenlon

Craig Electronics markets a range of discount tablets, many for less than $100. We'll tell you about a few of them.

By Terri Briseno

If you're looking for a cheap tablet that does the basics, the Polaroid's probably your device. What can you expect out of this tablet computer?

By Patrick J. Kiger

Although many people use tablet PCs primarily for playing games and surfing the Web, Lenovo's ThinkPad tablet is all business.

By Nathan Chandler

The Nook Tablet aims to be more than just your digital bookshelf -- it wants to provide all your tablet PC needs, too. How does it stack up?

By Kate Kershner

Microsoft released its first tablet long before the iPad came out, but the success of Apple's device showed Redmond it was time to try something new. Then in June 2012, the company announced Surface.

By Jonathan Strickland

In September 2011, a German court ruled that certain hardware and software features of the Samsung Galaxy Tab violate patents held by Apple. Why is this case so important, and how will this ruling affect the tablet market?

By Stephanie Crawford

Beyond its sleek design, Apple's iPad offers image quality and computing power that far exceeds that of even the best smartphones. But what are some accessories that can make the iPad even better?

By Matt Cunningham

It can be difficult to determine which iPad best meets your needs. Do you need the added features that make the iPad 2 different -- and more expensive -- than the original, or are you better off saving your money and going with the first version?

By Matt Cunningham