HP Elitepad 900 Tablet Overview: Specifications

Evaluating a particular tablet computer, we often consider it as a platform for multimedia playback, gaming applications, surfing the Internet and social networking. For some reason, initially our attitude to the tablet is defined as a kind of toy that makes our life more diverse.

Meanwhile, there is a category of special, so-called professional devices serving for certain purposes. Such gadgets are not so well known in wide circles, but they are actively used by those who know their work, who do not need a universal solution, but a certain specific product.

Meet one of those is HP Elitepad 900. In this article we will review the tablet, try to consider its strengths and weaknesses, as well as highlight some of its inherent specific features.

Model representation

Let's start with the general concept of the device. Before us is the tablet for business HP Elitepad 900. Developers define it as such for the reason that the computer has a special integrated software, different from what can be found on other tablets. In particular, the computer operates on the basis of Windows 8, which allows talking about its equipping with products that make the user's work behind it much easier and more convenient.

Positioning the device as a business-oriented product makes it possible to use the same approach for creating a device, its full development in a given manner.

However, we will not go far in this and other issues, but we will begin to fully characterize the HP Elitepad 900 tablet.

Design

Of course, the first thing we will describe is how the object of our review looks like what the user initially sees when acquiring it. In this regard, of course, HP Elitepad 900 is not far behind.

The tablet is made in a strict aluminum case, which has rounded edges and inserts of dark color. Even without taking the device in hand, we can say that it looks quite expensive. By its shape and color selection, the computer is very similar to the Apple iPad, but this similarity between devices ends.

The manufacturer claims that due to the quality materials of the case, as well as carefully adjusted parts, it was possible to achieve moisture and dustproof of the tablet, as well as the ability to withstand shocks in the event of a fall. Therefore, again, working with the gadget, you can not worry about the safety of their data on it.

The layout of the HP Elitepad 900 (64Gb) is classic for a device with a horizontal orientation. The device is equipped with two external speakers on the lower edge (closed with a steel mesh), next to which there is an input for the charger. In this regard I would like to note that this is unusual for us microUSB, and a specific connector (which can lead to a deadlock in case the owner of the device forgets his native charge while on the road).

On the left, if you hold the tablet horizontally, there is a "rocker" to change the sound level, and on top of it is the Power button. The right side has a stub for the nests, where the memory card is installed, as well as the "sim card".

On the back panel (at the top) is a strip of dark color, effectively contrasting with the light surface of the device. There is also a camera lens and a flash.

Screen

The dimensions of the display device, you can say, are ideal for work. So, with a diagonal of 10 inches, the tablet has a screen resolution of 1280 by 800 pixels, which allows you to create a colorful picture with high detail. The tablet can recognize up to 5 simultaneous touches.

Feedback from those who have already been lucky enough to use the HP Elitepad 900 tablet, note the high level of response of the device: the gadget in the literal sense reacts as quickly as possible to every touch, which is very convenient for work.

Also it should be said about the protection provided for the display. So, if you believe the technical specification, the model has a special glass Gorilla Glass 2, which prevents the occurrence of scratches, chips and abrasions. It can not be said that this coating is 100% capable of making the screen of your device invulnerable, but nevertheless it will manage to survive some damage.

Another plus of the tablet are wide viewing angles. This means that if you tilt the device, the picture on it will not change, but will remain the same bright and colorful. It is provided by IPS technology, on which the screen functions.

Battery

Autonomy of any device (tablet for games or for work) plays a huge role in the whole impression of interaction. Let's say it is simpler: how long your device can work without recharging determines the level of satisfaction with working with it.

According to the manufacturer of the gadget, HP Elitepad 900 is able to work for 10 hours without the need to connect to the network. Of course, many of those who purchased the device, unsubscribed in the feedback to the device on this matter. Judgment was true, even with Wi-Fi and non-stop work turned on, the device lasts 6-7 hours. Having disabled access to the Internet, you can certainly extend the session for 2-3 hours.

True, this may seem little for those who value autonomy. These users will like a special accessory - a case equipped with a battery. In fact, this is an additional battery that can give the device another 5-6 hours of operation.

CPU

For such a high-end tablet, it would be necessary to have quite powerful hardware capable of quickly and smoothly reproducing the operation of the operating system and various application programs. Therefore, the device operates on the basis of Intel Atom Z2760 - a processor that has two cores with a clock speed of 1.8 GHz. To work with office applications and basic work tasks, this power is enough; Even if we talk about colorful games, then in this respect the HP Elitepad 900 (3G) tablet will not fail. The secret lies not only in the performance of the processor, but also in optimizing its work with the software. Only in this way can such a result be achieved.

operating system

By the way, speaking about the software on which the tablet works, it is necessary to mention in more detail the OS Windows 8. This is a product that was originally designed for working with mobile devices, as well as with PCs that support the touch screen as a control module. Today, however, a newer version of this OS is available, next to the one on the HP Elitepad 900 (Windows 10). It can not be installed on the tablet we describe, because the policy of the software company does not allow such updates and transitions. The only thing is that you can carry out an upgrade within the framework of the G8 itself. To do this, turn on the HP Elitepad 900 tablet, enter Bios. If you are doing this for the first time, we recommend that you consult with a specialist or take the device to a service center.

In general, starting work with the device, you will get to the familiar Windows interface with windows, navigation elements, the bottom panel and applications in the form of tiles. Everything is placed very conveniently and, most importantly, getting used to it is also quite simple. Do not worry about how difficult it is to get your finger on the frame of the window to do something with it: the interaction of the system and the sensor allows you to perform all tasks very easily and simply, the tablet literally guesses itself what you want to do next. Therefore, we can sum up a little: the capabilities of the Windows 8 system allow you to perfectly cope with any work task using office applications. Yes, and the HP Elitepad 900 drivers are not needed: the tablet can function "off the box."

the Internet

In addition to working with the Office suite, Windows 8 also offers the Internet Explorer software for Internet access. Of course, on the tablet, this browser is installed as the main and basic. On the speed of its work or convenience, it is not worth worrying, on the contrary, by integrating this product into the general system of the tablet, it will be very easy for the user to switch between tasks, and nothing will be distracting from surfing.

So, the output to the desktop is done by swiping to the right side of the full-screen mode. No delays or slowdowns - all intuitively simple and very fast.

Text

With the introduction of text on mobile devices, as always, a lot of problems arise. This is due to the lack of a physical keyboard and the availability of an exclusively screen version. Those who developed the HP Elitepad 900 32Gb tablet tried to solve this problem in several ways.

First, it is to provide a choice of the type of keyboard with which the user would like to work. Without the need to go into the settings and spend extra time, you can simply choose the interface with which a person will be more comfortable to work with. Secondly, the developers took care that the screen outside the keyboard was scaled, that is, presented in a more complete form than we see it on most modern devices. Third, obviously, work has been done to determine what the tablet user is going to write. This probably helps the device guess which letter will be selected next.

Considering that all tools from the Microsoft Office package are available on Windows 8, you can conclude that the tablet will get a great office tool on the road.

Connectivity

The gadget, in addition to all of the above, is mobile due to the ability to connect communication options. In particular, here, as already described above, there is a slot for the SIM-card (the device is capable of catching the signal in 3G networks), as well as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi modules. These opportunities are not something new, today they can be found on any device. Nevertheless, they significantly expand the functionality of the tablet, making it a full-fledged access point to the Internet. And this is a completely new level of interaction, allowing, for example, to drop files from Office programs directly into the cloud Skydrive. And we did not mention the work with email clients and the ability to edit working files directly in Dropbox and Google Drive.

Camera

The tablet is equipped, as it has become traditional, two cameras: the main one (for creating better pictures) with the flash, and also the front camera (which is optional, has a resolution of 2 megapixels and serves, for example, for organizing video calls). The resolution of the matrix that is located on the back of the case reaches 8 megapixels. The camera is equipped with a stabilization mechanism and autofocus, which allows you to take clear pictures even on the go.

Entertainment

Do not think that the computer is only an office gadget, unable to support the work of multimedia and games. On the contrary, the device is completely open in terms of the purposes of its use, and you can easily download any amount of content. Considering that there are two versions - a 32 and 64 GB tablet, and that each of them has a slot for inserting a memory card, one can testify to the huge potential of the device, its potential to be used as a portable data carrier, or as a mobile Player. A large color screen and a high-speed processor can ensure the work of the device at the proper level.

Reviews

What about the tablet can be feedback? This can be understood even by a simple analysis of the technical capabilities that we described above. High-quality materials of the case, nice design, wide functionality and powerful "iron" already provide the user with the maximum level of comfort in work. And all this is quite expected by those who purchase this device (teaching the price).

If you analyze those characteristics that were left by real customers, then it is concluded that all comments can be divided into two groups related to the device, and those in which it is specifically about the operating system.

To the tablet itself, there are not so many complaints: the device can be discharged faster than the one set (while in sleep mode), and it also does not see every memory card (as the reviews show, often only released by the manufacturer SanDisk). In all other respects related to the HP Elitepad 900 characteristics can be called those that are able to satisfy any user.

Another category is feedback about the operating system. Some people call it uncomfortable and unusual, although this is obviously a matter of taste. Errors occur infrequently, and even if detected on the HP Elitepad 900, a factory reset allows you to solve most problems (done from the "Restore" menu).

Conclusion

The tablet is interesting for its unusual delivery (as a business product) and a set of functions provided by Windows. Therefore, if you want to try something unusual, different from the next iPad, we recommend you pay attention to HP devices and Elitepad, in particular.