Which is Better? - Galaxy Tab w/ WiFi or WiFi + 3G OR IPAD

**_Cathy_** · June 15th, 2013 03:11 AM

Please help me decide on which tablet is the better purchase.

The tablet will be used by my senior Mom for Viber and WhatsApp. She does not know how to use the internet and I thought that having a tablet would be a good chance for her to learn. My Mom wants an IPAD since most of her friends are Apple users but I am hesitant to get an IPAD since most of the apps are for a fee. Plus my phone is a Samsung and I thought it would be better too for my Mom to get a Tablet of the same brand.

Villman is having a sale on the Galaxy Tab and I want to know if the Php4k difference for the 3G is worth it? Is it practical to use as a phone?
Is the Galaxy Tab a good product?

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Please I would appreciate replies so I can make the purchase during the promo period (if this turns out to be a good deal)

**_Cathy_** · June 15th, 2013 03:34 AM

Can I use my mobile as hotspot even if I am not on dataplan?

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**tsupermario** · June 15th, 2013 07:24 AM

the next ipad mini might get released soon. since you already have an android, pick the ipad imo.

**renzo_d10** · June 15th, 2013 09:07 AM

Originally Posted by tsupermario

the next ipad mini might get released soon. since you already have an android, pick the ipad imo.

And thats what her mom wants anyway.

Mas ok na yung iPad atleast gaganahan sya matuto. Unlike samsung baka tamarin sya since ayaw nya naman yun

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**_Cathy_** · June 15th, 2013 09:40 AM

My Mom does not mind any brand naman. She only thought of apple because that is what her friends use. What are the advantages of the ipad mini over the galaxy ba?

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**Retz** · June 15th, 2013 09:47 AM

hindi maganda form factor ng Tab 7.0 mas maganda iPad mini na 7.9" perfect size/fit imho.

**beni23** · June 15th, 2013 09:58 AM

Matagal magclaim ng warranty sa apple. Nagdadalawang isip na nga ko bumili ng products nila ngayon eh. Sa samsung ba mabilis?

**_Cathy_** · June 15th, 2013 10:07 AM

Originally Posted by beni23

Matagal magclaim ng warranty sa apple. Nagdadalawang isip na nga ko bumili ng products nila ngayon eh. Sa samsung ba mabilis?

Really? I thought Apple was known for its good service. If I am getting an iPad, I'll have my Tita buy it for me in the US so it's cheaper. Baka mas lalo ako mahirapan mag claim ng warranty?

There was a problem with my S Pen before and I had an easy time claiming warranty naman.

EDIT: Almost same price lang pala ipad mini wifi sa US and Villman

Apple iPad Mini 16GB WiFi (Black/White) New
16GB / 802.11a/b/g/n Wi‑Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz) / Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology / 7.9‑inch (diagonal) LED-backlit / Dual-core A5 / Frontfacing 1.2MP photos / 5MP photos / 1080p HD video recording
Promo: Special Cash Price: P14,499

**beni23** · June 15th, 2013 10:14 AM

Originally Posted by Cathy_for_you

Really? I thought Apple was known for its good service. If I am getting an iPad, I'll have my Tita buy it for me in the US so it's cheaper. Baka mas lalo ako mahirapan mag claim ng warranty?

There was a problem with my S Pen before and I had an easy time claiming warranty naman.

Yung ipad mini pinapapalitan ko sakanila kasi yellowish yung screen, pinapaiwan pa saken ng 1 day para lang icheck. Eh hello? Icompare mo dun sa demo units nila, anggaganda ng kulay. Ang excuse nila, iba daw yung software nung nasa demo unit nila, dun palang machecheck mo na.

Kapag nacheck nila at for replacement na, 1 month ang aantayin.

**_Cathy_** · June 15th, 2013 10:19 AM

Originally Posted by beni23

Yung ipad mini pinapapalitan ko sakanila kasi yellowish yung screen, pinapaiwan pa saken ng 1 day para lang icheck. Eh hello? Icompare mo dun sa demo units nila, anggaganda ng kulay. Ang excuse nila, iba daw yung software nung nasa demo unit nila, dun palang machecheck mo na.

Kapag nacheck nila at for replacement na, 1 month ang aantayin.

Where did you buy your ipad mini?

**ghosthunter** · June 15th, 2013 10:25 AM

Nexus 7 still better than Samsung Galaxy TAB 7.0 ... your choice of wifi only or with 3G function. They are the same. Downside with Nexus7 though is it does not have memory expansion and no rear camera.

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**_Cathy_** · June 15th, 2013 10:54 AM

Can I use viber/whats app on WiFi only devices? How will it detect my phone number?

**yebo** · June 15th, 2013 10:56 AM

di ba masyado maliit ang 7"? kasi yung pldt huawei telpad naliliitan ako e. tama lang size ng ipad mini/note 8.

**Manilablock** · June 15th, 2013 10:56 AM

Kung ang mga friends ng mother mo naka ipad, go with ipad para pag ang topic ng discussion nila ay apps maka relate ang mother mo.

saka wifi lang ang bilhin mo, pag calls gamit ka ng cp, buy ka na lan ng separate pocket wifi, pwede mo pa i-share upto 5 user.

**_Cathy_** · June 15th, 2013 11:02 AM

Originally Posted by Manilablock

Kung ang mga friends ng mother mo naka ipad, go with ipad para pag ang topic ng discussion nila ay apps maka relate ang mother mo.

saka wifi lang ang bilhin mo, pag calls gamit ka ng cp, buy ka na lang ng separate pocket wifi, pwede mo pa i-share upto 5 user.

Yung close friends niya kasi facetime lang ginagamit. Ewan ko bakit hindi mag install ng viber and whatsapp??? I don't know why the iPad is more popular with seniors

How do I register for those apps kung wala naman microsim slot? Baka kasi masayang eh ang primary purpose viber and whatsapp

**tsupermario** · June 15th, 2013 11:34 AM

iOS (ipad) = n00bie friendly

**tsupermario** · June 15th, 2013 11:37 AM

Originally Posted by Cathy_for_you

Really? I thought Apple was known for its good service. If I am getting an iPad, I'll have my Tita buy it for me in the US so it's cheaper. Baka mas lalo ako mahirapan mag claim ng warranty?

There was a problem with my S Pen before and I had an easy time claiming warranty naman.

EDIT: Almost same price lang pala ipad mini wifi sa US and Villman

Apple iPad Mini 16GB WiFi (Black/White) New
16GB / 802.11a/b/g/n Wi‑Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz) / Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology / 7.9‑inch (diagonal) LED-backlit / Dual-core A5 / Frontfacing 1.2MP photos / 5MP photos / 1080p HD video recording
Promo: Special Cash Price: P14,499

kay kimstore mura na din.

re warranty, I had the screen of my galaxy tab replaced because of a dead pixel. Warranty service lasted for several days din.

**Manilablock** · June 15th, 2013 11:44 AM

Originally Posted by Cathy_for_you

Yung close friends niya kasi facetime loang ginagamit. Ewan ko bakit hindi mag install ng viber and whatsapp??? I don't know why the iPad is more popular with seniors

How do I register for those apps kung wala naman microsim slot? Baka kasi masayang eh ang primary purpose viber and whatsapp

Me viber na kami sa cp(sony ericsson) using same phone number,
Just now nagtry ako mag install ng viber sa ipad2, na download ko na ung app. Ang sabi sa installation mag sms daw ng code so waiting pa muna kami kung darating ang code. Pero meron note ang viber during install hindi pa daw fully supported ang ipad.

**meledson** · June 15th, 2013 12:19 PM

Wifi is almost an international standard. typically it is at 2.4GHz. if dual band with 5GHz.

Mobile phones and tablets with cellular modems medyo di basta-basta compatible sa atin.

**_Cathy_** · June 15th, 2013 12:19 PM

Originally Posted by tsupermario

iOS (ipad) = n00bie friendly

really? I never experienced an Ipad before. It makes me wonder if my Mom will have a hard time using android?

Originally Posted by Manilablock

Me viber na kami sa cp(sony ericsson) using same phone number,
Just now nagtry ako mag install ng viber sa ipad2, na download ko na ung app. Ang sabi sa installation mag sms daw ng code so waiting pa muna kami kung darating ang code. Pero meron note ang viber during install hindi pa daw fully supported ang ipad.

Does your ipad have a microsim slot ba or you can input any phone number? Kaya pala wala viber yung friends ng Mommy ko na naka Apple.

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