Asus VivoTab RT Review
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If there’s one thing we can expect with Windows RT, it has to be clear and straightforward consistency with the experience and interface – much like what we’ve been seeing with Microsoft’s mobile platform in Windows Phone. Well folks, there’s nothing really different with the VivoTab RT, as it’s sporting the spiffy look and feel that’s typical of Windows RT. Just like on the Surface RT, we see the biggest departure with the new Start homescreen, which is littered with all those cool looking dynamic live tiles. Overall, there’s a steep learning curve at the beginning for anyone checking it out for the first time, but once it’s mastered, there are few problems trying to navigate. Still, the overall experience is still lacking in substance over other rival and more mature platforms.
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UI of the Asus VivoTab RT | |||
Taking a gander at the tablet’s set of core organizer apps, they offer the same basic functionality we find on other platforms – though, it doesn’t have Android’s deeper and seamless functions. With the email experience, it’s pretty much steering the correct direction with its straightforward approach, while still presenting us with a tablet-optimized layout.
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Bing search | |||
Organizer apps | |||
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On-screen keyboard | |||
Processor and Memory:
Complementing its razor sharp looks, the VivoTab RT is powered by the venerable quad-core 1.3GHz NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor coupled with 2GB of RAM. As a whole, the tablet performs smoothly, as expected, especially considering that Windows RT is a stable platform. Of course, we’re greeted with fluid operations with nearly everything, but it still exhibits just a pinch of sluggishness whenever it’s trying to juggle an assortment of apps simultaneously.
Surely, its 32GB of internal storage might not seem as exorbitant as some laptop hard drives, but it’s enough to appease multimedia conscious users to store their content on the tablet. Even better, the microSD card slot and USB attachment port can expand its tally.
Internet and Connectivity:
Seriously, it’s like heaven when it comes to surfing the web on the VivoTab RT! For starters, its performance is characteristic of any high-end beast, as it’s able to produce buttery smooth navigational controls, fast page loads, and proper rendering with Internet Explorer. Alternatively, we can get the full IE10 experience by getting into the desktop mode, which essentially dishes up that likable desktop-like experience we’re so accustomed to seeing on PCs.
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Surfing the web on the VivoTab RT | |||
At the moment, this is available in Wi-Fi only form, or In AT&T-friendly 4G LTE version. Not surprisingly, it’s packing all the usual characters of connectivity features that are commonly expected – such as aGPS, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, and NFC.
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10 Comments
2. Mghazisohail posted on 14 Dec 2012, 08:25 1 3
it looks some what like samsung galaxy tab 10.1
3. Muhannad posted on 14 Dec 2012, 08:51 1 1
Looks like Asus crafted a really good tablet here, I might seriously consider getting one. Its got a great design, good software, good camera for a tablet and excellent battery life.
4. 7thspaceman posted on 14 Dec 2012, 09:21 1 0
Asus may have a winner here and Microsoft is going to support this OS for at least 4 years
so developers should be making plenty of apps for Windows RT tablets because they know it's going to be around for awhile.
6. Commentator posted on 14 Dec 2012, 10:51 3 0
I was just playing around with one of these at Best Buy yesterday, and I have to agree it's much better than the Surface. The build-quality is superb (dare I say iPad-like?) and the keyboard dock is MUCH more useful than the Touch/Type Covers + kickstand. I don't see myself ever getting an RT tablet, but if I were to, it would be this.
7. Bilpocalypse posted on 14 Dec 2012, 15:54 0 2
I am torn between this and the Surface RT for my first tablet. However, since I have a couple months before I can get mine, maybe someone else will come out with something even better. Perhaps, even Nokia will get into the market... who knows?
8. Joshing4fun posted on 15 Dec 2012, 11:38 0 0
It looks top notch but the price is its own worst enemy. Better off with the nexus 10 unless you really need that keyboard and Microsoft office.
9. DevonJames posted on 31 Dec 2012, 00:38 0 0
As a graphic designer who works a lot with photography here in Austin, I like that this phone has a "higher-than-normal 8-megapixel auto-focus camera." It's odd to hold a tablet up to shoot but I'm not against being odd. This phone, plus AT&T's 4G LTE network, would be a great place to start in my phone upgrade search.
10. rstravis posted on 15 Jan 2013, 23:03 0 0
I picked up my VivoTab RT in December, to try it against my Asus Infinity. The Infinity definitely has its strong points, but for overall use, I like the VivoTab much better -- it's more responsive and does what I need. After a short learning curve, Windows RT (and Windows 8) provides a really well-thought-out experience, and having owned 3 Asus laptops and 3 Asus tablets, I'm a HUGE fan of their products.
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