tablet pc review : ViewSonic ViewPad 7 7-Inch Android 2.2 Tablet - Black (Wifi & Unlocked 3G)


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Rating: 3.7

List Price : $599.00 Price : $368.00
ViewSonic ViewPad 7 7-Inch Android 2.2 Tablet - Black (Wifi & Unlocked 3G)

Product Description

ViewPad 7 7" 3.5G(*) Android 2.2 800x480 multi-touch tablet supports Android Google Mobile Services (GMS) including Gmail, YouTube, voice search GPS, Documentation-To-Go & more along with Android market for over 100,000 apps & games. Additionally, ViewPad 7 features a 3Mega pixel auto facing camera in the rear, front 0.3Mega pixel camera, 512mb internal memory and micro SD card slot (up to 32GB).

Amazon.com Product Description

The Android 2.2 OS ViewPad 7 is in a lightweight pocket-sized 7” tablet and one of the only 7” tablet solutions with Android Google Mobile Services (GMS) and Google Android Marketplace . Consumers can connect to a selection of more than 100,000 apps and games along with Gmail, YouTube , Google Map and more for a superior and convenient entertainment solution that fits today’s mobile lifestyle. With its wireless 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth® connectivity and 3G ready the ViewPad 7 supports instant messaging, VoIP, and all the web browsing and USB connectivity functions of a capacitive multi-touch device. The ViewPad 7 features 2 built-in cameras: a 3-megapixel, auto focus camera in the rear and a 0.3 megapixel camera in the front. In addition to the integrated 512MB of memory, the ViewPad 7 offers up to an additional 32GB of storage capacity via the micro SD card slot, along with battery life of up to 10 hours. The result is the ultimate device for connected fun and multitasking – in a compact size easier to carry than a netbook and with better media performance than a smart phone.

Key Features:

  • Operates with Android 2.2 OS*, 802.11b/g networking, Bluetooth and is 3G ready (Quad-band GSM)
  • Supports Android Google Mobile Service Apps (GMS) for the easy access to Gmail, YouTube, Voice Search & more
  • Direct access to Google Marketplace for more than 100,000 apps and games
  • High-resolution 800x480 screen with a high-quality capacitative multi-touch panel
  • Dual auto focus facing cameras for video chatting and capture the important moment in action
  • Expandable memory option with Micro SD slot (up to 32GB)
  • Features built-in G-sensor, accelerometer, and ambient light sensor
  • Enhanced productivity with the Document-to-Go app to review and edit documents on the go
  • Be out and about with onboard GPS/AGPS and E-Compass and let Google Maps shows you nearby points of interests and places to go
  • Enjoy eBooks, videos, photos, games and apps for full entertainment on the go
  • Slim, ergonmoic and lightweight design, weighing in at 0.8 lbs. and measuring 0.45 inches thick

*does not support Adobe Flash 10.1
Dual Webcams, Double the Fun
Two webcams are installed on both the front and back of light and stylish 7" screen. The ViewPad 7 sports a 0.3MP Extended Depth of Field front camera. The rear camera provides 3MP image quality and an auto-focus lens allowing you to be the professional photographer that you are or a create a video anytime you feel inspired.
Smart Innovation
The ViewPad 7 is an amazing versatile device. It's a computer, game center, an e-book reader, and more. So now you can be instantly updated on world events, chat with friends, and connect with the digital world.
Ergonomics with Style
Designed with a 7" multi-touch screen and lightweight materials, the ViewPad 7 is ready to tag along anywhere your day takes you. Smooth edges, a thin profile and intuitive controls feel great in your hands. Simple finger movements on the multi-touch screen, will have you working and surfing the web with ease. A bright screen with wide viewing angles makes sharing entertainment easy.
Create Yourself with Android
ViewPad 7 runs Android OS 2.2. With support of over 100 thousands of apps and software, you can easily customize a digital platform that is just right for you. So go ahead and explore the possibilities, then create a ViewPad 7 that is completely your own.
Customized Visual and Audio Experience
With a high-quality interface and built-in stereo speakers, the ViewPad 7 offers you the ultimate mobile entertainment center. Watch YouTube videos, see Blockbuster movies or view a home-made video clip, the ViewPad 7 is ready whenever you are.
A Full Mobile Office
Exclusive Documents to Go software package helps you execute daily tasks with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and PDF software. It is simple to view or edit documents, review presentations or make changes to a spreadsheet - all from the comfort of your busy day.

Socialize
The ViewPad 7 integrates the functions of the Internet, webcam and social networked websites. You can update your status on Facebook, comment on friend’s pictures and also share the pictures through mobile upload to Picasa web album. It is so easy to keep up with friends and share memories on the go.
eBook Reader
ViewPad 7 puts a full library right in your hand with Aldiko supported software from Android Market. Access and read books from one of the best e-book platforms in the world. Multi-touch screen and auto rotation add another dimension to reading.
Touch and Go
Intelligent and spontaneous touch feature makes surfing, gaming or getting directions so natural. The exclusive G-Sensor auto rotates the screen to your desired position. You’ll experience the most intuitive control of computing, web-browsing, image and document editing ever imagined. From reading ebooks to racing games the ViewPad 7 offers an interface that is truly emmersive.
Smart guide
Built in GPS/AGPS, Google Maps and advanced navigation software help you find the best way to any destination. With ViewPad 7 as your smart guide, it is fun to get where you are going or discover new places for adventures.
  Expandable possibilities
The ViewPad 7 supports microSD cards for maximum storage capacity. Bluetooth provides full connectivity and communication devices. There are no limits to your digital world with the Viewpad 7.
 

Voice search
Communicate hands free with built-in voice search*. Just ask it, and the ViewPad 7 will get you whatever you need. Email addresses, software, documents and web pages can be accessed quickly so you have more time for sharing the fun.

*feature available depending on region

What's in the Box

  • ViewPad 7
  • Charger
  • Leatherette cover
  • USB cable
  • Quick start guide
  • Earphones

Programs, specification & availability are subject to change without notice and may vary by country. Corporate names & trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies. Copyright(c) 2010 ViewSonic Corporation. All rights reserved.


  • Android 2.2 OS, ARM ARM11 600 MHz
  • 512 MB
  • 7" TFT - Multi-Touch 800 x 480
  • WiFi 802.11b/g, 0.3 Megapixel camera
  • 13.4 oz
  • Android Google Mobile Service (GMS) apps and Android Market over 100,000 apps, YouTube, Gmail, Voice search, GPS/A-GPS, Calendar, Documentation-To-Go & more
  • Auto focus COMS 3MP camera in the rear & 0.3MP front camera, E-reader format support – TXT, HTML, EPUB & PDF
  • Capacitive multi-touch with G-Sensor, E-compass & Ambient light sensor
  • Qualcomm MSM7227, 600MHz, 512MB DDR, 512MB NAND
  • ViewPad 7, 7" Android 2.2 tablet with 802.11 b/g WLAN and Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR, High resolution 800x480, brightness 350 cd/m2 contract 500:1


ViewSonic ViewPad 7 7-Inch Android 2.2 Tablet - Black (Wifi & Unlocked 3G)


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95 of 99 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Well Done - Mostly! - Update - Finding Hardware issues., January 7, 2011
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OK I received my VPad7 yesterday afternoon, and so far I'm MOSTLY Happy!
It's zippy, but I do wish they had put in a 1Ghz processor. Will probably force it out of a Honeycomb Upgrade.
I can not get Adobe Flash to install, but so far I haven't found that to be an issue on the web.

Viewing Angels not a problem, Battery life - We'll see after it's conditioned but so far I'd estimate 4-8hrs depending on activities.
Tested Transformers 720p HD and not one flicker
Sound from it's little speakers Impressive!
Dropped my T-Mobile SIM in and BOOM instant Big Phone :D The Speed only shows Edge, but I'm in a funky location.
Phone quality - Just got off a 1 hour conference call using both the speakerphone option and the plugin headset. No complaints from anyone. I heard the other end just fine.
Reception signal is actually BETTER with this than with my actual T-Mobile HD2 phone.
Highly Recommend getting a MicroUSB card as the internal... Read more
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55 of 58 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice...but needs more work, January 15, 2011
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Update(Sept 21, 2011): The Viewpad7 ROCKS! I just got back last week from Mexico and used my Vpad7 as both a Phone and Internet Device. Picked up a TelCel SIM Card and it was up and running. Traveled from Merida down to Cuidad del Carmen and had 3G signal most of the way. Mostly did texting in Mexico and back to the USA without any problems. Checked my Yahoo Email Account without issues. Reserved a hotel room in Campeche using KAYAK.com without issues. Updated FB with pictures and comments on the fly. I use it at home reqularly on the Home WiFi and where Free WiFi is available.

There were a couple of issues with Android trying to type and it would start adding characters on it's own so some texting got to be annoying. I haven't been able to link up with my T-Mobile Blackberry via BT using PDAnet and I've only got PDAnet working via BT when I had a Moto Cliq one time. I've been hit and miss on some Movies I've setup using FabDVD where some run and others don't. I... Read more
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49 of 52 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars IGNORE BAD REVIEWS, February 10, 2011
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This tablet is great for whatever you could possibly want to use a tablet for.

All the tech websites are setting super high expectations, and many of the negatives i read about before buying this device turned out to not be the case at all.

Youtube works great, lack of flash not a problem because browsers like skyfire convert flash into html5 anyway.

Everything is smooth, apps from the android market work great.

I thought I couldnt install much without the memory card. My memory card comes in tomorrow and I've already installed like all the apps i want. im sure ill find more.

Really really a great device, good for the price.

Free SIM card is a great feature, especially for someone like me who is overseas a lot.

If you don't want to pay too much, and don't want a data plan, BUY THIS TABLET.
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