Switching back to the iPad

So it has been a while since I left the iPad and switched over to the Samsung Galaxy tablet; see my post on 7 days with the Samsung Galaxy Tab.  I have to say that I really like the Galaxy Tab but the size feature provided by the iPad was the deciding factor.

It has been hard leaving the Galaxy Tab for two main reasons:
1) The integration with Google apps such as Gmail, Calendar, Reader, etc is far better on the Galaxy Tab
2) Typing on the Galaxy Tab is better with 2 finger blackberry style input.

That said I really missed the iPad.  Especially on travel.  Reading on the device was far better and I missed a few apps such as Pen Ultimate which had no comparable app on Android.

So at this point I using my MacBook Air and iPad when mobile, with exception of Android my Nexus S, and using my PC when at the office.

Now I have to decide on upgrading to the iPad 2 or a Honeycomb device such as the Xoom for my next purchase.

24 Hours with the Galaxy Tab

BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front):  I'm really liking the device with its seamless integration of the critical apps that I use, as well as the form factor size.  It is really more convenient to carry around and use.  That said, it is easier to read long articles on the iPad 10" screen.

Most people would say that I'm a huge fan of my Apple iPad.  I've fully integrated into my work life using it at every meeting to help with productivity and keeping me organized.  It is the first item removed from my briefcase before taking a seat on an airplane and the last item I put down before turning out the lights. My MacAir Laptop isn't getting much use these days.

I would have to say that I was a little skeptical about a 7" pad; but I'm a heavy user of Google products such as GMAIL, Calendar, Docs, Reader, etc.  An Android device can make a lot of sense in my world, so I pick up a Samsung Galaxy Tab from Verizon 24 hours ago to check it out.

Taking it out of the box and getting the configurations setup were a piece of cake.  No more than 5 min before I was using it with key apps such as GMAIL , Contacts, Calendar, Talk, Reader and of course Google Voice.  Then came the next level of apps:  Evernote, ZumoDrive, Yammer, Twitter and Pandora.  All key to my day.  There was no difference in the performance of the apps on the Galaxy Tab vs the iPad.  All worked perfectly from the start, and BTW I'm liking the Verizon connection and performance.

I've read that there were issues with the resolution of the screen and that apps were not ready for a 7" form factor on Andriod.  From what I've experienced I cannot see any issues with their use.  The only drawback that I can see is the reading of articles such as the Economist magazine or PDF papers that just seem more practical on a larger 10" screen. 

My plan is to substitute the Galaxy Tab into my work routine over the next week and really kick the tires.  I'll be back with an update on how it performs.