Acer Iconia A500 NVIDIA Tegra 32 GB 25.6 cm (10.1") 1 GB Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Android Silver

Acer Iconia A500 NVIDIA Tegra 32 GB 25.6 cm (10.1") 1 GB Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Android Silver

Brand : Acer
Product family : Iconia
Product series : Tab
Product name : A500
Product code : XE.H6LEN.015
Category : Tablets
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Short summary description Acer Iconia A500 NVIDIA Tegra 32 GB 25.6 cm (10.1") 1 GB Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Android Silver :
Acer Iconia A500, 25.6 cm (10.1"), 1280 x 800 pixels, 32 GB, 1 GB, Android, Silver
Long summary description Acer Iconia A500 NVIDIA Tegra 32 GB 25.6 cm (10.1") 1 GB Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Android Silver :
Acer Iconia A500. Display diagonal: 25.6 cm (10.1"), Display resolution: 1280 x 800 pixels. Internal storage capacity: 32 GB. Processor frequency: 1 GHz, Processor family: NVIDIA Tegra. Internal memory: 1 GB. Front camera. Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n). Card reader integrated. Weight: 700 g. Operating system installed: Android. Product colour: Silver

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Reviews

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:12

Average rating:76

Uk has collected 256 expert reviews for Acer Iconia A500 32 GB 25.6 cm (10.1") NVIDIA Tegra 1 GB Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Android Silver and the average expert rating is 76 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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tomshardware.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:10

Average rating:0

Acer's Iconia Tab A500 is considered an underdog in the Android tablet fight. We go over why it still a worthy contender and explain how to get USB support without rooting. Also, we get to take Honeycomb 3.1 for a test drive on this mobile device. Ther...

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3g.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:10

Average rating:60

All in all, we think the Acer Iconia Tab A500 has plenty to offer, and will improve as the Honeycomb apps offering improves. We would have liked to see a longer battery life, and a slightly less weighty device, but they’re not huge issues, especiall...

Good looks; speedy processor...
Weighty; not all will like Honeycomb; battery life average...
A good looking tablet and the best Android device we've seen from Acer, the Tab A500 offers a decent alternative to the Motorola Xoom...

trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:70

Android tablets come in waves. First there were the budget models, which lapped around our ankles, too often chilling us to the bone with their penny-pinching compromises. Now it's the turn of their expensive cousins, like the Acer Iconia A500 and Asus Ee...

Nice screen, Honeycomb OS, 32GB internal memory...
Uninspiring design...
The Acer Iconia A500 features a 10.1in screen with a capacitive touch layer – just like the Asus Eee Pad Transformer and Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. This size has become the standard for Android Honeycomb tablets, and it's something that's unlikely to change...

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computeractive.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:80

Unlike the Iconia Tab W500 we reviewed last issue the Iconia Tab A500 uses the Android operating system, not Windows. The latest version, Android 3 is designed for tablet computers in ways that previous versions, designed for phones, weren't.The interf...

Fast processor; Android 3 works well; includes GPS and document editor; lots of connections...
Heavy; battery life not so great...
A fast and well-designed tablet computer, though it's a little heavy for our liking...

pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:80

The Acer Iconia Tab A500 is Acer’s 10.1-inch Android tablet - as designated by the “A” in it’s product name, unlike the “W” of the W500 tablet that we reviewed previously. At 10.1-inches it faces a number of Honeycomb rivals such as the Asus Eee Pad (...

USB, HDMI, working microSD slot, Honeycomb hasn't been too badly interfered with...
Acer's software additions are largely dismissible and bring little value, design is rather clunky, size, short power lead, poor video support out of the box...
You can’t go too far wrong with the Acer Iconia Tab A500 and it’s certainly worthy of consideration if it fits your budget and you crave that USB port or HDMI. Given how quickly Acer prices tend to drop, it could soon be a bargain too. But the design w...

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itreviews.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:80

Ever since Apple launched the iPad 2, the race has been on for other tablet manufacturers to come up with a worthy rival to steal some of its thunder. Asus came up with the impressive Eee Pad Transformer, which doubles as tablet and notebook; Motorola...

Fast apps and excellent screen quality...
Extremely heavy and still quite pricey.
Although the Acer Iconia Tab A500 is one of the weightiest tablets on the market - and comes with a heftier price tag than the iPad 2 - it has a powerful processor, fast performance, bright and clear screen and user-friendly app management...

theregister.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:85

PC manufacturers clearly haven’t been reading the script. They were supposed to over-hype their forthcoming Android 3.0 tablets as iPad-killers (check!), miss their initial launch dates (check!) and then let us all down by delivering a hunk of poorly d...

Acer has produced a fine product with the Iconia Tab A500. Its performance closely matches that of the Motorola Xoom but it is lighter, offers more connectivity and has a working microSD slot to expand the storage capacity. There was no 3G support in...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:70

In the contest to replace your laptop – and maybe even your TV – Android 3.0 tablets such as the Motorola Xoom are ganging up on the Apple iPad 2 by sheer quantity. We absolutely thrilled over the Asus Eee Pad Transformer, for example. Now it's time for t...

720p video playback, More rugged than most, Bright screen, Docking station, USB port...
Shorter than average battery life, Short charger cable, Wide bezel, No video rentals, Some minor crashes...
A very good tablet that beats the BlackBerry PlayBook in its performance but sits slightly behind the Motorola Xoom because of its less attractive design...

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zdnet.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:70

Acer is already up against stiff competition in the Android tablet market, in the shape of the Asus Eee Pad Transformer. Given that the Eee Pad Transformer with a docking keyboard costs roughly the same as the tablet-only Icona Tab A500, we'd probably...

Solid design, Handy screenrotation toggle switch...
Screen is very reflective, Acer's bundled apps are uninspiring, Has little to offer the business user...

v3.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:80

Anyone who's used a netbook will know there isn't a lot of diversity in the hardware they're built around. The same is becoming true with Android Honeycomb tablets, which are gradually starting to look similar and boast near-identical specs. The Acer I...

Fast and responsive, well built, runs Honeycomb...
Heavy, expensive...
The Acer Iconia Tab is an impressive piece of equipment. We don't like its heft, but as a functional tablet it's excellent. The problem for Acer is that there's nothing here that makes the Iconia stand out from the crowd...

expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:80

Acer's Iconia Tab A500 was just one among many contenders to Apple's tablet crown at Mobile World Congress back in January. Some, such as the much-hyped Motorola Xoom, failed to impress, and even the excellent Asus Eee pad Transformer couldn't manage t...

A decent tablet, but its weight and average display mean there are better options available at this price...

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T3.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:60

Acer has taken a different approach from most manufacturers to tablets. Instead of putting all it’s money behind one operating system like LG, Samsung and Motorola, it has created two tablets lines within its Iconia range. As a company with a succ...

USB 2.0 port, Fast, Great UI, Good connectivity...
There are better screens on the market, Rather bland design, Limited Honeycomb apps...

electricpig.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:60

The Acer Iconia Tab A500 is the third Android Honeycomb tablet we’ve got to grips with here in Blighty. Currently our fave is Asus’ Eee Pad Transformer, thanks to its low price, ace screen and sensible software, but can its Taiwanese arch-rival out...

Great screen and sound...
The chunkiest slate yet...
At more than fifty quid over the Asus Eee Pad Transformer, we can’t help but feel that the Acer Iconia Tab A500 is something of a raw deal. It’s far too heavy and lacks the killer keyboard integration. Of course Asus’ slate is selling out everywhere ri...

alphr.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:83

Acer's Iconia Tab A500 is the third Android 3-based tablet in a week to reach the PC Pro office. It's not as radical as the convertible Asus Eee Pad Transformer , but as a straightforward tablet it gives both Asus' offering and the Motorola Xoom a run for...

A competent Android 3 tablet, but just loses out to the Asus Eee Pad Transformer in the value stakes...

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techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:12

Average rating:80

The Acer Iconia Tab A500 is an Android 3.0 tablet with USB and HDMI-out ports. Acer is the latest company to jump aboard the tablet wagon with the Iconia A500 Android tablet. The 10.1in Acer Iconia A500 runs the latest version of Google's Android opera...

The Acer Iconia A500 Android tablet offers many benefits: a sturdy and well constructed design, USB and HDMI-out ports and the attractions of Android Honeycomb 3.0. It's a little chunky and heavy, and the screen is difficult to see in sunlight, but ove...

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whathifi.com

Updated:
2011-10-08 01:14:17

Average rating:80

While Apple's iOS is found on a solitary phone, Android can be found on tons of devices – so it's perhaps no surprise to see the same strategy in the tablet marketplace.Like the Eee Pad Transformer and the , the Iconia A500 uses Android 3.0. With the O...

Android works well, decent media performance, a bit cheaper than rivals...
But it feels cheaper, too, confusion of apps at times, a tad glitchy...

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channelnews.com.au

Updated:
2011-11-04 02:13:26

Average rating:60

When JT Wang, Acer's chairman and temporary CEO stood up recently and said that he wanted the Taiwanese Company to be ?more like Apple? and that Acer was a serious competitor in the tablet market I decided to take a look at the new Acer A500 Iconia tab...

On the looks and efficiency front it is as good as any other Android tablet out there.
Acer's A500 Iconia Tablet has a long way to go before it is on a level footing with the Motorola Xoom or the Toshiba Honeycomb Tablet. While it is stylish and functional it needs a software makeover to bring it up to speed.

smarthouse.com.au

Updated:
2011-11-04 02:13:26

Average rating:60

Oh dear!The Acer device which runs the new Android Honeycomb OS looks very slick on the outside, but under the bonnet it's lacking, especially as Acer sells to an installed base of Windows customers who primarily use Microsoft Outlook and Exchange and...

On the looks and efficiency front it is as good as any other Android tablet out there.
Acer's A500 Iconia Tablet has a long way to go before it is on a level footing with the Motorola Xoom or the Toshiba Honeycomb Tablet. While it is stylish and functional it needs a software makeover to bring it up to speed.

goodgearguide.com.au

Updated:
2011-11-04 02:13:30

Average rating:75

Acer is the latest company to jump aboard the tablet wagon with the Iconia A500 Android tablet. The 10.1in Acer Iconia A500 runs the latest version of Google's Android operating system, 3.0 Honeycomb, and has a full-sized USB port for storing and tran...

Sturdy and well constructed design, USB and HDMI-out ports, Android Honeycomb 3.0 OS...
A little chunky and heavy, Screen difficult to see in sunlight...
The Acer Iconia A500 is a little on the chunky side, but potential buyers may be happy to make the sacrifice in return for USB and HDMI-out connectivity...

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digitalversus.com

Updated:
2013-02-15 01:12:43

Average rating:80

Acer is preparing to switch its Iconia Tab A500 and A100 to Android ICS starting 27 April. Acer Iconia Tab A500 A best-seller and seasoned veteran in the Holy War... Could the Acer Iconia Tab A500 be the 'iPad killer' we've all be waiting for? Find out i...

The screen isn't perfect but it's still very good and highly contrasted, Highquality build and finish, Smooth Android interface with nice additions from Acer, Plenty of connections and good sound output, Good for web browsing and games...
Battery life is OK but could be better, Native multimedia compatibility, Camera is too red or too blue, Honeycomb needs to mature...
Apart from the fact that Honeycomb is still finding its feet, the Acer Iconia A500 is a very good tablet indeed. It doesn't have the best battery life, but its design, hardware and extras compared with most of the competition make it a genuine alternative...

techsmart.co.za

Updated:
2014-03-12 01:03:59

Average rating:0

Acer joins the 10” tablet crowd with its A500 that’s powered by a Tegra 2 chipset while running on Android Honeycomb. In theory it should be a good device, but does reality care to differ? Looks-wise the Acer cannot be faulted thanks to a very solid a...

The Acer Iconia Tab A500 is a solidly built tablet that looks good and performs well thanks to its Tegra 2 processor. A USB port on the side makes for a nice addition, with file transfer now a lot easier – if you download a file management app. It re...

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techgeek.com.au

Updated:
2014-03-23 01:09:26

Average rating:75

Here is the Acer Iconia A500 tablet computer running the brand new version of Android, Honeycomb. This version of Android has been optimised for tablet's and it has really shown.The Iconia features an NVIDIA processor, plenty of RAM and plenty of internal...

Fast, lots of RAM, Host USB Port...
Moderate Battery Life, a little heavy, screen terrible in sunlight...

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delimiter.com.au

Updated:
2014-03-23 01:09:26

Average rating:0

Acer's Iconia Tab (A500 model) is one of a plethora of tablets slated (see what we did there?) to hit Australia in the middle of 2011.Like a number of its rivals, the tablet features impressive specifications — boasting NVIDIA's Tegra 2 processor, a 10″ s...

The Iconia Tab is neither a standout device like Apple's iPad or Samsung's 7″ Galaxy Tab, nor a tank of a product like Telstra's T-Touch Tab. It's a modern Honeycomb tablet which sits squarely in the middle of the spectrum. It's got most of what you need...

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technave.com

Updated:
2016-11-26 01:59:24

Average rating:0

The new Acer Iconia Tab A500 is one a slew of Android devices aiming to find its niche in a world currently dominated by the Apple iPad 2. What sets the Iconia Tab apart from its competition is primarily its price - cheaper than the iPad 2. That makes it...

The main criticism of Honeycomb we had about all the Android tablets we've seen recently are the limited selection of apps - just over 460 Honeycomb apps - with some popular ones that haven't been optimised such as Facebook and Twitter. Otherwise it's qui...

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gadgetsmagazine.com.ph

Updated:
2016-11-26 01:59:24

Average rating:82

I may not be big on tablets, but I do like things that keep me preoccupied, informed, and entertained. The Acer Iconia Tab A500 does just that. Measuring at 260 x 177 x 13.3 mm and weighing at 730g, this machine—with its 10.1-inch, 1280 x 800 TFT LCD scre...

Sleek design, Impressive sound and screen, Battery life...
A bit on the heavy side, Slight creaks and smudges easily...
It may take a strong arm to wield this tablet but for its price, you get considerably more for your money...

technoodling.net

Updated:
2016-11-26 01:59:24

Average rating:0

One of the first Honeycomb Android tablets available locally, the Acer Iconia Tab A500 is also Acer's first attempt to gain a foothold in the white-hot tablet market. Does the Iconia Tab have what it takes to succeed? Read the Technoodling review of the A...

The Acer Iconia Tab A500′s responsive screen, The USB and HDMI ports and microSD slot (take that, iPad), Its excellent value for money...
The Acer Iconia Tab A500 is a bit on the hefty side, There aren't a whole lot of Honeycombspecific apps just yet, Battery life and camera performance are a few clicks behind the best...

tbreak.ae

Updated:
2016-11-26 01:59:25

Average rating:70

Android based tablets have just started launching in the market, and although we’re not quite at the point of saturation yet, it’s interesting to see another tablet in the Tbreak office. Today I’ll be looking at the 32GB WiFi version of the Acer Iconia...

Feels very snappy, USB interface can allow for easy browsing of photos & songs, Impressive build quality...
Many apps not working in this region, USB implementation handicapped, Colors looked washed out on screen, Too many multimedia browsing apps...

hardwarezone.com.my

Updated:
2016-11-26 01:59:25

Average rating:75

There's no doubt about it - 2011 will be the year of the tablet. Judging from Apple's first salvo with the Apple iPad 2 and its high demand, it's clear that tablets have become the flavor of the year. But surely, its competitors aren't going to let the Cu...

Feasting on the HoneycombIf you're planning to acquire an Android 3.0 tablet, we say the time is ripe. The Acer Iconia Tab A500 has a few propositions, both good and bad, that's worth considering. For one, the brushed metal finish along its back appeals t...

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hardwarezone.com.ph

Updated:
2016-11-26 01:59:25

Average rating:75

There's no doubt about it - 2011 will be the year of the tablet. Judging from Apple's first salvo with the Apple iPad 2 and its high demand, it's clear that tablets have become the flavor of the year. But surely, its competitors aren't going to let the Cu...

Feasting on the HoneycombIf you're planning to acquire an Android 3.0 tablet, we say the time is ripe. The Acer Iconia Tab A500 has a few propositions, both good and bad, that's worth considering. For one, the brushed metal finish along its back appeals t...

Read the full review

tomshardware.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:10

Average rating:0

Acer's Iconia Tab A500 is considered an underdog in the Android tablet fight. We go over why it still a worthy contender and explain how to get...

If you add up the cost of buying a case, cradle, keyboard, and apps, tablets continue to be expensive mobile devices to own, despite their compact dimensions. The Iconia A500 isn't any different from other tablets; you're paying more than you would for...

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hothardware.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:10

Average rating:60

As a long-time competitor in the desktop and laptop space, Acer recently began competing against other Android tablet manufacturers with the launch of its Acer Iconia Tab A500. This 10.1-inch tablet is the company's first in the new Acer Iconia family...

1GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 Dual Core Mobile Processor, NVIDIA GeForce graphics, Micro HDMI, Full-size USB 2.0 port...
Adobe Flash isn't preinstalled (Update: It is pushed to tablets via an update available as of 7/8/2011), Limited to 720p output via HDMI until an update is released (Update is available as of 7/8/2011)...
We're seeing a lot of Android tablets hit the market. What's more, many of these tablets offer similar specifications, including a 10.1-inch screen, dual-core processor, 16GB (or more) of storage, and Wi-Fi capabilities. Some tablets also have 3G or 4G ce...

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mobilechoiceuk.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:10

Average rating:60

Another eye-catching Android tablet and easily Acer’s best Android device so far, the Iconia Tab A500 is a strong alternative to Motorola’s Xoom Related links News Acer considers opening its own App store Acer Iconia Smart launches Others to consider M...

Decent styling, fast processor...
Heavy, Honeycomb not to all tastes...
Another eye-catching Android tablet and easily Acer’s best Android device so far, the Iconia Tab A500 is a strong alternative to Motorola’s Xoom...

techtree.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:70

Expert Review MRP: Rs 31,515In the computing world, is known for its good value-for-money laptops. This is what I had in my mind when I first got hold of this -based tablet from the Taiwanese manufacturer. The is a proud member of the elite 10 scr...

Sturdy build; 10.1" screen; Multitasking; Flash-enabled browser; HDMI port; USB OTG; Reasonably priced...
Highly reflective screen; Buggy UI; Quite bulky; Video player lacks Divx Xvid support...

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tech2.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:60

We had a brief hands-on with Acer’s ICONIA Tab A500 back in May, when they announced it in India. We returned from the conference quite pleased with what we saw. Finally! A worthy competitor to the almighty iPad - we thought. On paper, the A500 is...

The Acer Iconia A500 ended up being a bit of a mixed bag and as an overall experience, we were left wanting more. On paper, it appeared as if the A500 can do no wrong what with a Tegra 2 processor under the hood and 1GB of memory. It does deliver thoug...

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notebookcheck.net

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:85

Tobias Winkler (translated by B Schulisch), 05/27/2011 Acer's tablet presence has so far been fairly restrained, but is beginning to gain more and more traction with every new model. The Iconia Tab A500 offers an Nvidia Tegra 250 multi-core CPU/GPU...

Quiet operation, Bright high contrast display, Good case quality, HDMI, Docking station, Relatively good battery life...
Reflective display surface, (up until now no UMTS available), Too small distance between USB ports, Micro connectors require special cable, MicroSD card slot difficult to reach...
Acer's Iconia Tab A500 is a solidly put together tablet, which considering its weight, adopted materials, and appearance, offers good basic features. The battery life is good, and will last between 3 and 6 hours in practice depending on the type of use. T...

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tbreak.ae

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:70

Android based tablets have just started launching in the market, and although we’re not quite at the point of saturation yet, it’s interesting to see another tablet in the Tbreak office. Today I’ll be looking at the 32GB WiFi version of the Acer Iconia...

Feels very snappy, USB interface can allow for easy browsing of photos & songs, Impressive build quality...
Many apps not working in this region, USB implementation handicapped, Colors looked washed out on screen, Too many multimedia browsing apps...

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cellphonequick.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:0

Acer’s Iconia Tab A500. This is an Android 3.0 Honeycomb tablet, that being a version of the Google mobile operating system made specifically for tablets, and it’s got a big fat 10.1-inch screen. In the front there’s a 2-megapixel camera for video chat...

Affordable cost, Great battery life, Same platform performance as the competition...
A bit of a cheap feeling, Extremely muddy looking 720p videos, Many crashes with the web browser...
It’s hard not to be impressed with the A500. Having used my fair share of tablets, slates and pads in the past and been relatively dissatisfied, the Iconia’s stylish design, functionality and well thought out features saw it frequently used over and a...

hardwarezone.com.sg

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:75

There's no doubt about it - 2011 will be the year of the tablet. Judging from Apple's first salvo with the Apple iPad 2 and its high demand, it's clear that tablets have become the flavor of the year. But surely, its competitors aren't going to let the...

If you're planning to acquire an Android 3.0 tablet, we say the time is ripe. The Acer Iconia Tab A500 has a few propositions, both good and bad, that's worth considering. For one, the brushed metal finish along its back appeals to us, though it tends...

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about.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:60

May 5 2011 - Acer's Iconia Tab A500 has a few things going for it right now in the market including availability and a $450 price tag that is less than the similarly equipped iPad 2. It also boasts some better speakers and a USB port for use with exter...

Readily Available, Better Than Expected Speakers, Full Sized USB Host Port...
Heavier Than Many Other 10inch Tablets, Below Average Battery Life, Extra Software Included That Is Redundant...

phonearena.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:75

Are you curious about all the fanfare surrounding Android 3.0 Honeycomb tablets, but you’re seemingly hesitant about picking one up since the current selections are just too exorbitantly priced for you? Well, you might find the especially gratifying s...

Affordable cost, Great battery life, Same platform performance as the competition...
A bit of a cheap feeling, Extremely muddy looking 720p videos, Many crashes with the web browser...
Surely not something that you’d consider to be part of the elites in the tablet market, the single biggest and most important aspect about the Acer ICONIA TAB A500 is its affordable price tag. Rather than coming to market with a 3G connected model fi...

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techreviewsource.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:70

3.50 Is anyone else starting to see a pattern here? It's a simple recipe, really: A scoop of Honeycomb, mixed with a fast Tegra 2 processor and a splash of Flash beta, served inside a big, bright screen. That's what Motorola did with the ($599-$7...

Inexpensive. Zippy Tegra 2 processor. Highres screen. Solid connectivity options with USB, HDMI ports. Good mediaspecific...
Comparatively large and heavy. No 3G or 4G options. Frontfacing camera isn't optimally angled. Honeycomb isn't yet a mature app platform.
Just like with other Honeycomb tablets, you get two cameras with the Iconia, but each comes with a slight caveat. Take the front-facing camera, for instance: it's a 2-megapixel camera designed to be used for video chatting, but it's aligned not-so-slig...

pcmag.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:70

Is anyone else starting to see a pattern here? It's a simple recipe, really: A scoop of Honeycomb, mixed with a fast Tegra 2 processor and a splash of Flash beta, served inside a big, bright screen. That's what Motorola did with the Xoom ($599-$799, 3...

Inexpensive. Zippy Tegra 2 processor. High-res screen. Solid connectivity options with USB, HDMI ports. Good media-specific...
Comparatively large and heavy. No 3G or 4G options. Front-facing camera isn't optimally angled. Honeycomb isn't yet a mature app platform.
Acer's Honeycomb tablet, the Iconia Tab A500, has similar strengths and weaknesses to its direct competitors, but its $450 price is easier to swallow than some others...

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Digitaltrends.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:75

It’s a season for new operating systems. Last week, the BlackBerry PlayBook hit shelves and now the Acer Iconia Tab A500 is bringing Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) to a sub-$500 price point. But how does Acer’s new tablet compare to the iPad, G-Slate, Xoom...

450 price is best in class, Great Dolby sound, Nice feel for a 10.1-inch tablet, Full-size USB port...
Android 3.0 is buggy and lame, It's a heifer, weighing more than the Xoom, Battery life is 2 hours shy of the iPad...
If you're looking at a larger tablet and know all about Android 3.0 then the Acer Iconia Tab A500 is the best deal around...

engadget.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:60

Last month, the Motorola Xoom was the only officially sanctioned Android 3.0 tablet available in the United States. Now there are four -- the T-Mobile G-Slate arrived last week, the Acer Iconia Tab A500 this week, and the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer is on sa...

Surprisingly good LCD screen and speakersSpeedy Tegra 2 chipFull-size USB port for expanded connectivity...
Sub-par battery lifePoor cameras and minor build issuesVery little native software available...
All in all, the Acer Iconia Tab A500 is a solid piece of hardware, if you have to have an Android tablet right now, but we don't know if we could recommend it in good conscience over some of the competitors on offer. Honestly, we're still slightly iffy ab...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:70

The Acer Iconia Tab A500 is the latest in the ongoing parade of Android 3.0 tablets, and with a price that undercuts Apple's iPad 2 by $50, the $450 Iconia Tab (price as of 4/23/2011) distinguishes itself in a crowded field. This tablet earns props for...

Software customizations are helpful, USB host port and microSD card slot...
Fine touchscreen grid is bothersome on display, Heavier and bulkier than other other tablets...
Acer Iconia Tab is a great, reasonably priced choice if you want to access your content via USB sources, but the current limitations of Android 3.0 and what you can do with that content via USB, coupled with this tablet’s display quirks, still make it...

slashgear.com

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2011-07-31 01:02:11

Average rating:0

Welcome to the newest Android tablet on the block, Acer’s Iconia Tab A500. This is an Android 3.0 Honeycomb tablet, that being a version of the Google mobile operating system made specifically for tablets, and it’s got a big fat 10.1-inch screen. In th...

This is a tablet that you’re going to decide on purchasing based on your love for the brand Acer, your love for the unique light aluminum back end, or your dislike of the rest of the Android tablets on the market. If I only owned this tablet and an iP...

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Laptopmag.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:12

Average rating:70

The Android tablet wars are starting to heat up, and Acer has entered the fray with its Iconia Tab A500. Priced at $449--$50 lower than the --this slickly designed 10.1-inch Honeycomb slate features a brushed-metal design and a full-size USB port, plus...

Good-looking, brushed-metal design, Excellent audio quality, Easy media sharing and streaming, Full-size USB port...
Heavier than other 10-inch tablets, Poor camera placement...
The Acer Iconia Tab A500 definitely hits all the right notes for a good price: solid performance, a sturdy aluminum design, easy media and data sharing, plus a full-size USB port. We wish it were lighter and that the cameras were better, but consumers...

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techworld.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:12

Average rating:0

The Acer Iconia Tab A500 is an Android 3.0 tablet with USB and HDMI-out ports.Acer is the latest company to jump aboard the tablet wagon with the Iconia A500 Android tablet. The 10.1in Acer Iconia A500 runs the latest version of Google's Android opera...

The Acer Iconia A500 Android tablet offers many benefits: a sturdy and well constructed design, USB and HDMI-out ports and the attractions of Android Honeycomb 3.0. It's a little chunky and heavy, and the screen is difficult to see in sunlight, but ov...

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computershopper.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 01:02:12

Average rating:80

Okay, we’ll say it: Tablets are the new netbooks. Just as the terrible twos are now the terrible threes (for parents of toddlers), 50 is the new 40, and [slot your color in here] is the new black, the tablet is the new netbook. That's becaus...

Best port selection we've seen on a tablet, Speedy performance, Great-sounding speakers, Robust Windows sync app...
Mediocre battery life, Google Voice not supported yet, Finicky Clear.fi utility...
This Honeycomb tablet holds its own with plenty of features. If good connectivity and audio matter most, it's a smart choice...

thinkdigit.com

Updated:
2011-08-07 01:01:44

Average rating:70

The Acer Iconia Tab A500 has good underlying software coupled with decent hardware. But we think the display can be improved. If not an IPS panel, the least Acer can do is get rid of the blue cast. The connectivity options give it a slight edge over t...

The Acer Iconia Tab A500 has good underlying software coupled with decent hardware. But we think the display can be improved. If not an IPS panel, the least Acer can do is get rid of the blue cast. The connectivity options give it a slight edge over th...

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mobiletechreview.com

Updated:
2011-08-14 01:20:23

Average rating:60

The tablet floodgates are open, and the Motorola Xoom is no longer the only Android Honeycomb tablet on the market. Acer, whose strong suit is making a notebook with the same specs as tier 1 competitors and pricing it significantly lower, is doing the...

Attractive, solid materials, plenty of ports, relatively low price, Attractive, solid materials, plenty of ports, relatively low price, Attractive, solid materials, plenty of ports, relatively low price, Att...
Can't play 1080p video, Can't play 1080p video, Can't play 1080p video, Can't play 1080p video...
The Acer Iconia Tab A500 has a lot going for it, most notably the relatively low price to feature ratio. Acer has made an attractive tablet that doesn't look the least bit cheap, and the features are largely on par with tier 1 brands like Motorola, Sa...

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techspot.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 04:18:32

Average rating:0

Google’s Android Honeycomb OS was the talk of the town as the calendar rolled over to 2011. Billed as Android’s first true tablet OS, most got their first look at Honeycomb during CES where it was loaded on the Motorola Xoom. Since then we have seen nu...

The rear facing 5-megapixel camera on the Iconia Tab, like many other tablets, is pretty subpar. I snapped some photos to compare the iPad 2’s camera with that on the Iconia Tab. The results were a mixed bag – sometimes the iPad 2 performed better; ot...

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androidcentral.com

Updated:
2011-10-08 01:14:16

Average rating:0

What would you give up to pack more features into an Android tablet? Would you be willing to sacrifice thinness? Accept a little more weight, or a design that's not quite as svelte as another tablet?That's the ring in which the Acer Iconia Tab A500 has...

It's not the prettiest. It's not the lightest. But the Acer Iconia a500 makes up for being a little beefy by throwing in just about every port imaginable. Problem is, that largely relegates it to niche status. That's not to say having a full-size USB p...

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theverge.com

Updated:
2013-11-29 11:38:33

Average rating:65

We've been hearing lots of talk of tear-shaped hardware lately, and coincidentally, the Iconia Tab A500 follows a similar design philosophy. When held in landscape mode, the right and left edges funnel inwards, and while the aesthetic choice may seem mino...

Crisp, bright display, Commendable Dolby sound quality, Costs less than $500...
Less battery life than other tablets, Mediocre camera quality, Slightly thicker than other Honeycomb tablets...

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androidheadlines.com

Updated:
2014-03-16 01:02:34

Average rating:0

I wasn't so sure what to think of this tablet, it seemed bulkier than what I would like, or so I thought, it also had heard it wasn't built as good as it could have been and that a few other things weren't up to par, however, the price was quite a nice th...

It actually is quite durable, The build quality is nice, It is receiving plenty of updates, It has a good price tag...
Sometimes the plastic bezel is a bit too plastic feeling, Conclusions & Final Thoughts, For me it is a toss-up between this and an ASUS on which to get. They are both nice (I have yet to review an Asus, my opinion could change). They both have a good pric...
For me it is a toss-up between this and an ASUS on which to get. They are both nice (I have yet to review an Asus, my opinion could change). They both have a good price and have received updates, since I have reviewed this one I can definitely recommend...

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tabletpcreview.com

Updated:
2014-03-20 01:11:48

Average rating:60

According to technical specifications, the Acer Iconia Tab A500 rivals other 10-inch Honeycomb tablets. It ships with Android OS 3.0 (Honeycomb) with several proprietary apps, along with a 1GHz dual core Nvidia Tegra 2 processor, GeForce GPU, 1GB of RAM a...

Fast and wellpolished device, Great Display, Flash support available, Fullsized USB...
Mass and dimensions, Below average photograph quality...

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gottabemobile.com

Updated:
2014-03-23 01:09:26

Average rating:0

The quest for a good Android alternative to the iPad led me to the Acer Iconia Tab A500. The comparable size and lower price tag of $449 made this a compelling option. I really wanted to like it, but despite some compelling traits I cannot recommend it be...

Display looks good in normal light, Wide screen format and resolution great for watching 720p HD movies, NVIDIA Tegra 2 Dual-core Processor gives good performance, Micro-SD card slot for expanding storage, Has ports for adding USB accessories like a keybo...
Too few Honeycomb tablet apps, Battery life shorter than the iPad, Honeycomb OS is buggy and unstable, Housing for SD card feels flimsy, Power charger bulky and not USB based, Can't use USB port for charging yet, Display not bright enough in direct light...

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