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Love the N800

On June 24th, 2008 RK (not verified) says:

There are a few reasons why some people prefer the N800 to the N810.

The N800 has *two* full-size SDHC slots. The N800 has 2 GB of internal memory and *one* mini-SD slot. So if lots of small storage is your preference, the N800 is more expandable. (With the 32 GB SDHC cards out, the N800 may be capable of *64* GB of storage! Haven't read any reports of 32 GB use, but many successful 2x16 GB.) Although, with the USB OTG adapter and 500 GB of storage, this may be a moot point.

The N810 has a built-in GPS receiver, but many complain of its poor reception and long signal acquisition time. Some prefer the N800 with a higher quality bluetooth GPS device.

The N810 has a built-in, flip-out keyboard, yes, but some users don't like the top row of keys being so close to the edge of the screen. The four-way-rocker-plus-center button moved onto the flip-out keyboard, so when the N810 is closed, you are limited to tapping for most of your interaction. I think I would still prefer the N810's hardware keyboard, though I've not held one to know.

The N810 has a transreflective screen to reduce glare making it readable in sunlight. The N800 ... doesn't. All right, the N810 wins on this one.

All-in-all, I highly recommend either tablet for geeks and non-geeks.

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