Top 5 Budget Tablets

Right, so Bill Gates thinks that iPad and Android tablet users are “frustrated” because they can't type. Do you often sit on your snazzy new tablet wishing you could create a Word document? I know I don't and I'm a traditional PC user.

To be honest, I like the fact that my computer and tablet are different. I associate my Windows PC with work, but my tablet and smartphone are leisure items. What about you?

Is it time for Bill Gates to admit that [Google] Android and Apple have actually done something that Windows can't? When you think that the Surface RT and Pro account for just 2 million of the  250m tablets sold in the past three years, you have to wonder whether Microsoft has had it's day.

As you probably know, I'm something of a bargain hunter, so I scoff in the face of the iPad and Galaxy Tab. I'm far more interested in the tablets I can get for less than a month's wages.

Here are my top 5 budget tablets and the deals that can help cut the cost even further.

Kindle Fire

If you're a heavy Amazon user, the Kindle Fire is a great buy as it's very content-orientated and has a custom version of the Play Store. With built-in Wi-Fi, 8GB onboard storage and 9 hours of battery life, it's the perfect tablet for any book worm.

• Bag this budget-friendly Amazon Kindle Fire for just £129 with discount vouchers for Carphone Warehouse

Dell XPS 10

Ok, so it would be wrong not to have a single Windows tablet on the list. The only one that I think cuts the mustard is this XPS 10 by Dell. It has flexible docking functionality, so it can be used more like a laptop as a well as tablet. There's a few different versions, some come complete with keyboard and dock, whereas others standalone.

Use Dell Business free discount vouchers to get this Windows RT Dell XPS 10 for less than £300.

BlackBerry PlayBook

Although not quite as popular as it's Android rivals, the BlackBerry PlayBook has proven itself to be a decent budget tablet. It sports the BlackBerry OS and an ARM Cortex A9 processor. Unfortunately, apps are limited as you'll be buying from the BlackBerry AppWorld. You can bag this one for just £129 at Currys.

• Get 5% of desktop computers and bag bargain tablets with Currys free online vouchers

Prestigio MultiPad 7” Pro

Thanks to the Prestigio Multi 7”, it's possible to get a great slate for less than £100. This one may not have all the mod cons you'd expect on a top of the range pad, but it has 4GB internal memory, micro USB port, mini HDMI socket and access to the full Google Play Store.

• Get you hands on the Prestigio MultiPad 7” Pro for just £84.99 with Sainsbury's UK discount vouchers

Google Nexus 7

This tablet has got to be my favourite budget tablet by a long way. It has everything you could need, including the latest version of Android and a beautifully sharp screen. It's lightweight, has a front-facing camera for video calls, a super-fast quad-core processor and come with all the usual connectivity options. The 16GB model is just £189, but for an extra tenner you can double the storage and benefit from 32GB memory.

• Take advantage of Tesco money off coupons to save money on your tablet.

Galaxy S4 Disappoints – Top Alternatives & Voucher Codes

The Samsung Galaxy S4 was revealed last week to a blaze fanfare and hype, but now the dust has settled the cracks are beginning to show.

 This latest model was supposed to be the best attempt at an iPhone-killer, but seems to be no more than the Galaxy S3 with the added bonus of being able to scroll through emails with your eyes.

Despite the negativity now surrounding Samsung’s latest offering, Carphone Warehouse has claimed that the pre-orders are “off the charts”.  

If you thought that the S4 was a disappointment or think your cash could be better spent elsewhere, take a look at these top alternatives and the voucher codes that could help you make some big savings.

iPhone 5

The most obvious challenger to Samsung is Apple’s iPhone. Although it is expected that a new model will be revealed in the near future, the iPhone 5 is still big enough to compete. The S4 beats the iPhone in terms of features, but the rest is up for grabs, particularly the software, with iOS being a firm favourite with Apple fans.

Save up to £300 on your next phone with T-Mobile voucher codes.

Sony Xperia Z

It might be a surprise to see a Sony handset in this list of Galaxy S4 competitors, but this snazzy new (and waterproof!) smartphone is a real competitor. With a 5 inch display, quad-core 1.5GHz processor, 2GB RAM, 13 megapixel camera and Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, it’s one of the most underrated smartphones currently available.

Save up to 90% on selected handsets with Dial-a-phone voucher codes. 

HTC One

Since the early success of the Desire, HTC has struggled to make the same inroads into the smartphone industry as Samsung. However, one of its new releases, the HTC One has received praise from even its harshest critics, particularly for its all-metal construction, 1080p resolution and substantial internal storage.

Get 70% off selected tariffs and free phones with Tesco Mobile voucher codes. 

Samsung Galaxy S3

There is a concern that the Galaxy S4’s predecessor, the S3 could get left behind in all the hype over Samsung’s latest release, but it’s still a decent phone. In fact, it could still blow away most of its competitors. So, what the difference? Well, it’s slightly smaller, faster and has a couple of snazzy features, but if cost-cutting is your priority, the S3 is the best bet.

Get 50% off SIM-Only tariffs with Carphone Warehouse voucher codes.

Voucher Codes For Cheap iPhone

Whether you like it or not, tech is a part of everyday life, from switching off your alarm in the morning to checking your emails before going to bed. For some this is where tech ends, it’s a necessity. For others, like me, you simply can’t get enough of it.

Unfortunately, getting your hands on the latest tech can be pretty expensive. This is one of the reasons I’ve started up this blog - to track down the top tech voucher codes and help you get the best swag for less.

First off, I’m going to take a look at one piece of tech that nearly everyone has… a mobile phone.

Let’s start with the iPhone. It’s always essential to get a good price for anything bearing the Apple logo as within 6 months you’ll be out of date. I don’t know about you, but I can’t afford to shell out hundreds of pounds on the latest iPhone every year or two.

Fortunately, I’ve managed to hunt down a few mobile phone voucher codes that will help you get the holy grail of smartphones for less.

Get a free iPhone 5 when you take out a £33 per month contract with One Stop Phone Shopvoucher codes.

If you’d rather keep costs down by opting for the iPhone 4S – I mean how different is it really? – then check out Sweatband voucher codes.

Not everyone is an Apple fan. Me included if I’m honest, but I won’t get too wrapped up in the Apple vs. Rest Of The World debate just yet.

The AndroidOS has really taken off in the past couple of years, with smartphones available for less than £100.

Asda MobilePhone voucher codes are great if you’re on a tight budget, but still want to be able to crack the next level of Angry Birds. You can get the Samsung Galaxy Ace from £21 per month or the Galaxy Mini 2 for just £20 a month – bargain!

It doesn’t matter whether you are searching for the latest models topping trends on Twitter or something practical, you can save cash by buying with mobile phone voucher codes.

Keep up to date with my new blog if you’re interested in getting state of the art gizmos and gadgets without breaking the bank.