ASUS Eee Pad Transformer Prime TF201 32GB, Wi-Fi, 10.1in - Gray

I have used the iOS platform since the iPhone first came out, but opted to give the Transformer Prime a shot as opposed to the iPad. I have not been disappointed. The Prime is quick, stable and loaded with features not found on the iPad. For example, along with the Prime, I also ordered a couple of 32 gb class 10 micro sd cards which double my storage capacity. The Transformer easily connects to an HDTV through the micro HDMI slot to enable a full screen browsing experience including sound! Speaking of sound, I have heard a few negative comments about the single speaker. For me, this single speaker was surprisingly loud and very adequate for browsing, etc. When listening to music or watching a movie, etc, I would always opt for my headphones anyway.

I also opted to get the keyboard. The detachable keyboard was a huge selling point and I have not been disappointed! This versatility enables me to leave pretty much only the heavy lifting for my laptop.

I have not experienced any issues with Wifi as some users have indicated. I travel frequently so utilize many and various Wifi situations with no problems. I have also connected my AT&T 3G wireless hotspot with great results.

I am tempted to the give iOS platform an edge in terms of the App Store, but then I think about all of the great apps that enable me to access all of my NAS drives giving me access to Terabytes of data, photos, videos, etc., and I realize that the App store and the iOS edge is probably only "skin deep".

For me, the Prime's only disappointment is the GPS capability. I knew this going in, but had hoped for better performance. I have registered for the new fix from Asus, so we will see what happens ... but I still have my Garmin in any case.

I have been very pleased with the purchase!

Being an anti Apple person, I would have to say this is the only game in town, this machine kicks butt. The only drawback for me is the size, I would prefer a 7" tablet, but it looks like the 7" version of this product (Asus Memo 370T) has been cancelled for political reasons. For a little less money you can get the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7 Plus, but you get a lot less performance. Also consider this before buying a tablet at this time, Samsung makes the "IRIS" display for the new Ipad, and will no doubt release their own tablet with that display in the near future, so stand by. The only other question is, why are people willing to pay so much at auction here, when you can order one one of these Asus machines from Amazon for $499 with free shipping?

An excellent tablet, the only real downside IMHO is that WiFi/GPS isn't as good as on the original but it is acceptable.

Pro's versus the TF101:
- a decent microphone.
- newer Tegra 3 chip (better video/gaming performance).
- better stock firmware.
- better dock circuitry.

Con's versus the TF101:
- Sound system not as good.
- WiFi has much less effective range to speed ratio.
- Not as good a battery life.

Really fast!!!!! You can feel the power of a quad-core tablet, the screen is nice too and ICS really makes it better than any other honeycomb! The sound is not too loud, but is ok! I didn't like the keyboard, this is a little bit slow and the swipe is not so intelligent! I didn't have too much issues related to wifi as almost everybody does! My only concern is: browser restarts without any reason and worse, sometimes it makes the tablet reset! This really sucks! I am trying a different browser (Dolphin HD) to check if the problem is related only with it!

I wanted versatility and speed and that is what I got! Bestbuy did not have this product sloop I orderedit on eBay.no problem!