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Many of us are using the ACER w3 810 Windows 8.1 tablet for controlling our EZ-B robots. I just noticed that Woot has the 32 gb model on sale for $119 (factory reconditioned) which is a pretty good price. You can get lucky on eBay and get it for less, but this is a good deal for a guaranteed and warranted device.
I threw a Micro SD in mine when I got it but so far I haven't needed it. But then it only has on it what it needs so it should be fine with that 10Gb spare you get.
I will say that the screen is super shiny so there is lots of glare. This may be reduced when adding a screen protector. The screen also has a grainyness to it you see from the old active matrix displays. The screen quality and appearance leaves a lot to be desired in comparison to my samsung note 3 or Samsung tab 3. I will uninstall some bloatware tonight. I am considering a win 7 install as I'm not a fan of windows 8 at all.
Upgrade it to 8.1. I'm not a fan of Windows 8 either but Windows 8.1 has many improvements over both Windows 8 and Windows 7.
If you're not a fan of the start screen you can always "turn it off", google for instructions. Basically turns Windows 8 in to an up to date Windows 7.
Also, Windows 8 showed the best battery life in my tests, Windows 7 wasn't far behind though.
Windows 8.1 is actually not bad... I installed classic shell which is free and gives you back the feel (somewhat) of Windows 7...
My Acer w3 arrived quickly. Charged it and operates well for the size. The only accessory was the charger. Still learning how navigate on small touchscreen. Over all I am happy so far. Plays Utube video well. Still surprising it runs windows 8. Loaded ARC and VR operates fairly well without any training yet. The documentation said it had built in Bluetooth, but I cannot find the icon or the right area in the control panel to enable it. I am going to buy Mini USB conversion cable and if I have to, add a USB Bluetooth dongle. I may also buy a USB camera. Thanks, Steve S
Maybe a 32 or 64 gb mini sd card should go on your list. At least that way all of your system can be backed up locally in case of malware or virus ect. I just picked up a class 10 sd 64gb.
@Steve S it does have Bluetooth. Go to PC Settings | PC and Devices | Bluetooth and turn it on, it will start scanning for devices. Once a device is found, the BT icon will be in the system tray.
For the USB cable, you will want an "OTG" cable, not just an adapter. I bought this one and it works great:
Alan
OTG Cable for W3
Alan, Bluetooth works great. The little Acer now successfully operates a new project I am working on. Thank you for the help and the cable link.
Josh, Do you have a link on the mini sd card? Sounds like a good idea. Thanks, Steve S