Thursday 28 August 2014

ASUS MeMO Pad 8 ME181C (2014) Review



The Taiwanese computer hardware and electronics company - Asus has been introducing tablets and portable computers in the market for all those budget-friendly users, who cannot afford a premium or high cost device like iPad. The next in line is an 8-inch ASUS MeMO Pad 8 ME181C, nicely paired up with technologically advanced PC configurations, attractive features, and excellent specifications. Among discussions for being one of the lightest tablets available in the market, the device is an ideal solution to meet your requirements at work, home, or play. Made available in a variety of colors such as Black, White, Purple, and Gold, this beautifully crafted tablet can be yours at a price of just $199.

Counting amongst one of the most impressive average-screen Android tablets, the Memo Pad 8 (ME181C) is imparted with thinner and lighter design to maintain its competitive edge. Possessing an 8-inch 1280 x 800 IPS display with 10 finger multi-touch support, the device offers a seamless portable computing experience to students, homemakers, teens, and gaming enthusiasts. Empowered with an Intel Atom Z3745 Quad-Core, 1.33 GHz, processor and 1 GB of RAM, the tablet ensures optimal performance and speedy operations. Offering you best deals on Amazon, Adorama, B & H, GameStop, Newegg, and Tiger Direct from the official website, the product is made available for end consumers during July 2014.

Design 

Featuring optimal portability and comfort, excellent looks, amazing sides, and easy-to-handle grip on the back cover, the device can be easily used at work, play, travels, or at home. Measuring around 4.9 x 8.3 x 0.3 inch approximately, the tablet features an inch-wide bezel on every side of the screen. Weighing around 0.70 lbs in your hand, the device is very light to carry and easy to handle while carrying it during business meets, boardroom discussions, and even vacations.

Made available in various attractive colors, the gadget carries stylish yet impressive professional looks to impress students, home users, and business professionals. Featuring an 8-inch screen, IPS display, glossy cover, Asus’s ZEN UI, and color options, the gadget hold a separate identity, when compared to the traditional black and white tablets.

Featuring stereo speakers on the backside of the device, this tablet offers amazing audio support while watching movies, streaming videos, listening to music, and playing games. The exterior of the device is adorned by a soft-touch matte back cover for providing optimal grip while holding the device. Crafted using chamfered metal edge, the entire build of the device is sturdy as well as resistant to catching fingerprints.

Featuring a MicroUSB port located at the top edge of the main unit, the device also houses a single micro SD slot placed on the left-hand side. A 5MP rear-facing webcam occupies the top-center location on the back shell while a 2MP front-facing camera is incorporated for web chats on the top-center location of the device. The Asus logo records its existence at the center of the back shell. Talking about competitors, the device is narrower and lighter than Lenovo A8 and the Acer Iconia A1-830.

Display

In order to deliver an amazing video quality experience, MeMO Pad 8 is imparted with an 8-inch top-quality 1280 x 800 high-definition (HD) IPS display. It’s amazing color contrast features and beautiful glossy cover make all your images come to life with vivid and bright picture frames. Possessing a sturdy built with a combine creation of high-grade glass and metal, the screen of the device ensures optimal durability.

The gadget is capable of producing crystal clear images and records excellent viewing angles while playing games, streaming your favorite videos, and watching movies. Well-equipped with In-plane switching (IPS) technology, the tablet delivers 178-degree viewing angle with accurate color reproduction and excellent brightness levels.

Equipped with a 10-PT multi-touch feature, the device features excellent touch-screen capability that allows you to easily swap, switch, and multi-task between apps. Featuring an IPS panel for understanding user inputs easily, the device comes pre-equipped with Anti-fingerprint coating to restrict it from catching fingerprints easily and keep it safe from scratches.

Ports and Webcam
Arriving with a limited section of ports and connectivity, the basic composition of ports includes volume buttons, MicroSD card slot, and a MicroUSB port. Users should be grateful to the manufacturers for providing a MicroSD card slot in a budget tablet, which can enhance the storage space of up to 64 GB. The device also houses a 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Headphone / Mic-in) for catering your requirements related to watching movies, listening to music, conducting web chats, and playing games. The device features Bluetooth 4.0 and WLAN802.11 b/g/n for instant file transfer and getting connected over the web.
The device houses a 5 MP rear-facing camera that is efficient in capturing all your special moments and recording videos in a 720p format. But, the 2 MP front-facing camera looks promising for web chats and capturing good quality selfies. 

Audio

The ASUS MeMO Pad 8 features stereo speakers for catering all your entertainment as well as gaming requirements. Mounted at the back-grill of the device, the speakers are loud enough to deliver amazing movie watching and video streaming experience. Empowered with ASUS SonicMaster-enhanced audio enhancement, the gadget delivers a world-class sound experience to users while playing games, listening to their favorite music, and watching movies. 

Performance
Empowered with an Intel Atom Z3745 Quad-Core, 1.33 GHz CPU, 16 GB hard drive, and 1 GB RAM, the MeMO Pad 8 efficiently completes work, home, and entertainment tasks. Featuring an amazing FPS rate, the device is capable of producing 720p videos playback with high-quality pictures and amazing sound quality. The new tablet by Asus tablet operates on Android v4.4 Kitkat and works effortlessly while running heavy apps, programs, and streaming HD videos.

Possessing ample amount of storage space, the device also comes with 5GB Life Time ASUS Webstorage Space and an additional 11GB storage for the first year. A MicroSD card slot has also been added for installing an external storage of up to 64 GB to offer optimal security and safe storage of all your valuable data. Owing to its fast processor, amazing configuration, and excellent display, the device is supported by 3 X 15.2Wh Li-polymer batteries and promises an all day battery life (9 hours.)

Tech Specs for ASUS MeMO Pad 8 ME181C (2014)

Feature
Description
Processor
An Intel Atom Z3745 Quad-Core, 1.33 GHz CPU
Operating System
Android v4.4 Kitkat
Battery life
Up to 9 hours
Camera
2 MP Front-facing and 5 MP rear-facing camera
Memory
1 GB
Storage
16GB
Display
8-inch LED Backlight WXGA IPS display

The tablet offers some enticing features such as Full HD display, an advanced Intel processor, and an amazing camera configuration that separates it from all the budget-sized tablets. Featuring a MicroSD card slot for additional storage is a surprise for all budget users. Featuring a thinner design, optimal portability features, and power-packed configuration, the ASUS MeMO Pad 8 ME181C will be acclaimed by users for its sleek styling and excellent wide variety of colors. This MeMO Pad 8 is an ideal solution for anyone looking for a small-budget Android tablet, however the company can think of improving its display and pricing strategy.

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