Windows 8 Tablets: 10 Crucial Features Buyers Want to See

Windows 8 Tablets: 10 Crucial Features Buyers Want to See (
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When Windows 8 launches on Oct. 26,
it will have a lot to prove about how well the operating system will
work on tablets. The operating system, which will work just fine on
traditional PCs, is designed to provide a high-end experience on
tablets.

Some of those tablets will be running Microsoft’s ARM-based version, Windows
RT, while the others will come with Windows 8 Pro. So far, few vendors
have unveiled their plans for Windows 8 slates.

Still, we know that some Windows 8 tablets are coming. When they do, we can
only hope that they’ll offer an array of features will make them and the
operating system a success in the mobile market. From a big screen to
an innovative design, it’s clear that in order to be successful and
compete against Apple’s iPad, Windows 8 tablets are going to have to
appeal to both consumers and enterprise users. More importantly, those
tablets should deliver that by way of aesthetics and components.

Take a look at the sort of features Windows 8 tablets must offer to be
successful in the hotly contested tablet market this year and next.

1. Big screens

Although 7-inch tablets have been successful, that’s only because they’re cheap and
don’t try to do too much. Windows
8 tablets, however, will attempt to replace lightweight notebooks running
the operating system. Therefore, they need to be more powerful and come with a
big display. In that end of the space, it’s what customers expect.

2. An innovative design, like Surface

One of the nicest things about Microsoft’s Surface tablet is that it’s innovative.
The device comes with a beautiful VaporMg finish, and its kickstand is an added
benefit that can’t be overlooked. In order to compete against that device, all
Windows 8 tablet vendors must be able to deliver a fresh design–or else.

3. Windows 8 Pro

Windows
8 Pro is the operating system that most customers will want to use. It’ll
support all applications, come with the all the latest Windows 8 features, and
make enterprise users far more productive. Windows RT will be fine for casual
users, but for serious customers, Windows 8 Pro is a necessary ingredient in
any tablet.

4. Apps galore

In order for Windows 8-based tablets to be successful, they’re going to need an
ample number of applications in the Windows Marketplace. Digitally delivered
apps will be a key piece of the Windows 8 puzzle, but if it fizzles out and
developers don’t care, the tablets will fail. Vendors, especially, can’t forget
that.

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