Very nice, there is still much room for improvement, but for the price I think it is a really good deal.
Things to know/consider about it:
1) It's more of a computer. So it won't have any of the fun apps as in Android or Apple phones (like Facebook, instagram CandyCrush, you name it). But then again, you have the desktop version of the internet. So it is pretty useful. It offers the performance of a computer, with the mobility of a phone. It has a micro-USB port, and Micro-SD-Card port for extra storage space (e.g. music, photos, downloads).
2) Typing could be an issue: If you type really fast, you might find yourself in frustration with the On-screen-keyboard. For example, when typing spacebar between words, it reads it as the character "n" It's better off to get a Bluetooth Keyboard, some are really inexpensive in comparison to the official (although it provides some "cover" at the same time, and regular USB ports). I'm not paying that much money when I can get some nice bluetooth keyboard with the mouse pad integrated and for much less.
3) Wait time: Even though the difference is in a few seconds, if you are impatient with the clicks, I recommend you moving to a higher ranking tablet. With a 1.8 GHz, the tablet gets it done, but it takes a while. Also, it is impossible to tell if you have "clicked" a button (and it confuses me because it takes a while to load the next page). You can solve this issue with a Bluetooth Keyboard that has a mouse pad, this way you can confirm you have actually click it. Also, left and right clicks will go much faster this way (you won't have to click and hold on the screen to make a right click to open the options). The one I got allows me to use the keyboard shortcuts same as a regular windows pc. Aside from that, wait time is fast enough for me. Edit: Since this is treated like a computer, I got an antivirus for it. If you do so, you must be careful with the processor, CPU, and RAM and all that. Meaning that you should turn on and off your antivirus when having multiple programs open. If you don't you will receive a warning window pop-up: "Memory is low" and you will start realizing it is painfully slow and you might have to force shut down. When having the antivirus on and using only the internet, I have no problem with the low memory issue.
4) Charging time takes a while, may be about 8-12 hrs to make the LED go from orange to white (completely charged). (Edit) When Charging, make sure its off, for when is shut down charging takes much less time. My Tablet in particular discharges if I'm using it while at the same time I have it plugged into the wall. Ironic right? And it also gets hot. So just charge it when off (and this applies to phones, and many other electronics). The brightness of the screen will make a huge difference with the battery life. For me being a college student, it really pays off to have this tablet since it lasts me for my 14 hrs of periodic use, and now I don't have to carry my heavy laptop, and my heavy books. And only have to charge it when going to sleep. Don't expose it to the sun because it will make the screen yellowish (or at least it does for the screen protector, which is not provided).
5) Don't use the power button to wake up the tablet. As I said before, it takes some extra seconds to respond, and if you press the power button twice in a row, you will make it go "Force Shut down" and you might have the so called "BlueScreen of Death." So to avoid the inconvenience of rebooting (or even cleaning all data for restore). Instead use the only button it has (the windows 8 button) to turn the display on. And use the power button to turn the display off. Getting accustomed to this habit will prevent you from lost of data (and time).
6) Make use of the Mini-Sd card port. It has around 28GB of actual space, and i have a 64Gb mini sd card. I make good use of it. My tablet still takes less than 20 seconds to boot up.
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Lenovo IdeaTab K3 Lynx 11.6-Inch 64 GB TabletThe Lenovo Lynx was purchased this item on August 22, 2013. I have had 2 weeks and 2 days to check it out. Let us start off with, I am a hard MMO gamer and a full-time student. I needed something that would allow accessibility, quick start up, light weight and reliable to use to school work, while gaming on my Asus Laptop. I read all of the reviews, yes there is a chance a product will not live up to claims of the company and others, this happens.I am completely happy with the Lynx. I have installed Office 365 for a student, I attach a wireless keyboard and mouse and it is perfect for all of my schooling needs. While in class, I take notes using the virtual keyboard, because so far most of the wireless ones are too bulky to carry.The WIFI works perfect, even when I am out in the yard. The screen resolution (when watching Netflix, Hulu Plus or amazon unbox) is great, smooth as glass picture.The speakers, in some cases, have been a bit too low, I had purchased a small round speaker that plugs into the "headset" jack, using this solved my issue ( I had the same issue with my mini laptop too.)The speaker I use is iHome iHM61 3.5mm Aux Color Changing Portable Mono Speaker.I did put a screen protector on it, not sure if I will keep it on there, it is lifting.I honestly believe this is a great tablet, I also believe it would be a great gift for a student, in any grade.**A little over 3 years later. I have upgraded to Window's 10, and I am still using the tablet. I have since purchased a docking station, which extends the battery life substantially.
