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Which Brand is Right for You?
Which Brand is
Right for You?
Some people prefer to have the same brand for their phone, tablet, computer, and even TV, since many brands share the same layouts, designs and media features across devices.
Popular Brands
Windows
Apple
Samsung
Samsung
Microsoft
Microsoft
Apple
Apple users can access iTunes, their calendar and contacts on their iPad, iPhone and Apple TV.
Apple
Apple
Samsung
Microsoft
Microsoft
Samsung
Samsung has features like the Samsung Hub which provides access to movies and music on their smartphone, tablet and Smart TVs.
Apple
Apple
Samsung
Samsung
Microsoft
Microsoft
Microsoft Windows devices share the same look and feel across their tablets, Windows Phones and PC and enable you to access files from Microsoft Office.
Different brands align with specific operating systems.
Learn about features of tablet operating systems below.
iPad
Product
iPad
Operating System
iOS
Processor
Dual-core A5
Quad-core A7
Quad-core A7
Display Size
7.9"
9.7"
9.7"
Storage Available (GB)
16GB
32GB
64GB
128GB
32GB
64GB
128GB
4G LTE Connectivity Options
Available with plan for Verizon Wireless, AT&T or Sprint
Books
Kindle Store
iBooks
Other Apple Store Apps
iBooks
Other Apple Store Apps
Movies/TV
Netflix
Hulu Plus
iTunes
Hulu Plus
iTunes
Music
Pandora
Spotify
iTunes
Spotify
iTunes
App Store
Apple App Store
Special Features
- Siri voice-activated assistant with select models
- Sync contacts, music, videos and more between Apple devices
Amazon
Product
Kindle Fire
Operating System
Android Customized
for Amazon
Processor
Dual-core
Quad-core
Quad-core
Display Size
7"
8.9"
8.9"
Storage Available (GB)
8GB
16GB
32GB
64GB
16GB
32GB
64GB
4G LTE Connectivity Options
Available with plan for Verizon Wireless or AT&T
Books
Kindle Store
Movies/TV
Netflix
Hulu Plus
Amazon Instant Video Store
Hulu Plus
Amazon Instant Video Store
Music
Pandora
Spotify
Amazon MP3 Store & Cloud Player
Spotify
Amazon MP3 Store & Cloud Player
App Store
Amazon Appstore
Special Features
- Separate profiles for each user
- See more character, artist or other content with X-Ray for Music, Movies and TV
- Mayday button provides free on-demand device tech support (not available for Kindle Fire HD)
Product
Nexus
Operating System
Android
Processor
Quad-core
Display Size
7"
Storage Available (GB)
16GB
32GB
32GB
4G LTE Connectivity Options
Available unlocked or with plan for AT&T or T-Mobile
Books
Kindle Store
Other Google Play apps
Other Google Play apps
Movies/TV
Netflix
Hulu Plus
Google Play
Hulu Plus
Google Play
Music
Pandora
Spotify
Google Play
Spotify
Google Play
App Store
Google Play
Special Features
- Separate profiles for each user
- Sync contacts, music, videos and more between Google devices
Samsung
Product
Galaxy
Operating System
Android
Processor
Dual-core
Quad-core
Quad-core
Display Size
7"
8"
10.1"
8"
10.1"
Storage Available (GB)
8GB
16GB
32GB
16GB
32GB
4G LTE Connectivity Options
Available with plan for AT&T or Sprint
Books
Kindle Store
Other Google Play apps
Other Google Play apps
Movies/TV
Netflix
Hulu Plus
Google Play
Hulu Plus
Google Play
Music
Pandora
Spotify
Google Play
Spotify
Google Play
App Store
Google Play
Special Features
- With Smart Remote, tablet controls Samsung TV
- Sync contacts, music, videos and more between Samsung devices
Microsoft
Product
Surface
Operating System
Windows
Processor
Quad-core
Intel Core i5
Intel Core i5
Display Size
10.6"
Storage Available (GB)
32GB
64GB
128GB
256GB
512GB
64GB
128GB
256GB
512GB
4G LTE Connectivity Options
Not available
Books
Kindle Store
Other Windows apps
Other Windows apps
Movies/TV
Netflix
Hulu Plus
Xbox Video Store
Hulu Plus
Xbox Video Store
Music
Pandora
Spotify
Xbox Music
Spotify
Xbox Music
App Store
Windows Store
Special Features
- Includes Microsoft Office (sold separately for Surface Pro)
- Connect to TV through Xbox
- Built-in kickstand
- Easily connect to other devices with USB port
- Sync contacts, music, videos and more between Windows devices
