Making a decision acer iconia a100 vs lenovo k1

[rezapatel]

Hey guys, so what do you think, which it the two is a better device?

Specs are almost similar with acer being 7" vs lenovo 10". Same processor, gpu and other hardware.

Better io options on acer iconia specially the USB and nini USB.

Screen better on Lenovo.

I am still confused on the scalibility, developer support and future proof ics on the chosen device.

Thanks!

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[rezapatel]

Anyone? Need to order one today..

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[jakob95]

Acer Iconia has ICS now through the leak, not sure about if the Lenova one has it. I am pretty happy with my A100, it does anything I need. It really depends on you and what you want a 7inch or a 10inch?

 

[rezapatel]

Thanks for the suggestions.

I looked and seems like both have their bootloaders locked, hence not very active for the custom rom developers.

Both are rootable, so it seemed like on the forums.

Acer a100 was launched early last year and hence should be a lower priority for acer, since a200 has also been launched. Although official ICS is expected by april and leaked already available.

Lenovo K1 also officially releasing ICS around the same time, but a fairly neew release by Lenovo so I guess, the support life should be better. Plus very recently, around mid Feb, Lenovo released the source code for their devices which to me sounds like they are looking at a developer friendly model for their devices. I don't know if that would make the bootloader unlocked for full developer support and developer interest, so only time will tell.

For similar prices (a100 costing 20 cheaper) but 8gb vs a 32gb k1, opted for a k1. Costing 335 canadian dollars with the taxes.

Hope the decision is right, will only know once I start using the device.

Thanks!

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[maek_it_happen]

I have both and they both have there pros

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[rezapatel]

I have both and they both have there pros

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I am sure, which one do you generally prefer to pick up?

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[aznmode]

I had both as well. Returned the K1 cause it was just too big and heavy for me to hold longer than an hour specially when I played games. I cant imagine how much bigger it will be with a case. Also at the time there was no quick easy root and not a lot of development for it. I did like surfing on it though due to bigger screen and loved the side button where you swipe down to go back a page. I didnt have to move my hands to hit the back button on the bottom in the notification bar.

If you want portability get the acer a100. I like that Im able to bring my a100 with me anywhere and when I take it out in public I dont feel as geeky as holding a 10 incher. Gaming on 7 inch is better also for me. There's also a mod if you have a 32gb sdcard to swap internal with external SD so basically your 32gb will be your main memory.

But if its for mainly home use and you do a lot of surfing then IMO the 10 inch is better. Battery will last longer too. If you cant decide though maybe have both =). I do...well not a K1 but I have a Transformer Prime I use when I'm at home.

 

[maek_it_happen]

Well the screen is much better on the k1 just plain impressive but its not easy carrying it around ,the a100 is much more portable and easy to hold with one hand , soon the Acer will be in my dash in the car . The Acer high note is its value x performance and specs on a 7inch , I have seen one on kijiji go for 175 ....me I was happy to get one for 220 ....there both good in there own way like I said

I am sure, which one do you generally prefer to pick up?

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[Matt1408]

7 inches is the way to go. With a 10" tablet you would probably have to carry a bag to even have it on you. The A100 fits right in my jacket pocket (and even in one of my jeans) so I can have it on me at all times.

I usually have a wifi hotspot on my phone set up so wherever I am the tablet is connected. Feels great.

 

[rezapatel]

7 inches is the way to go. With a 10" tablet you would probably have to carry a bag to even have it on you. The A100 fits right in my jacket pocket (and even in one of my jeans) so I can have it on me at all times.

I usually have a wifi hotspot on my phone set up so wherever I am the tablet is connected. Feels great.

I hear you there totally, and what i was almost sold on to. But then I decided there wasn't much point in the phone I carry vs the tabs size being close in dimensions.

The tab should give me a good screen and screen size, besides the power.

That made me favour the K1 more, lets hope I wasn't wrong. I will only get to know when I actually start using it. Expected to receive in another 10 days from now, with someone travelling to my country.

Thanks again everyone.

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[greate]

If your a reader and would bring your table where ever you go A100 is the choice.

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[rezapatel]

If your a reader and would bring your table where ever you go A100 is the choice.

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I am waiting for my K1, yet confused about the portability benefit of the A100.

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[jeromel]

I hear you there totally, and what i was almost sold on to. But then I decided there wasn't much point in the phone I carry vs the tabs size being close in dimensions.

The tab should give me a good screen and screen size, besides the power.

That made me favour the K1 more, lets hope I wasn't wrong. I will only get to know when I actually start using it. Expected to receive in another 10 days from now, with someone travelling to my country.

Thanks again everyone.

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Glad you decided. Hope it works out for you. Everyone has different needs.

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[rezapatel]

Thanks, I will definitely share my experience here. Just might help a few confused souls like me

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