Tablets I'm getting a Nexus 7.

[kockgunner]

"Retina" is dependent on distance. Hold the 216 PPI about 3" further away, and it's as "retina" as the 264 PPI screen.



Yep, a very large screen, or high PPI, is good for that.

However, I use 7" tablets all the time for surfing (they're easier to hold in one hand), and I just tap zoom and the text reflows (on Android) so I don't have to scroll horizontally like on Safari.



I can't think of many times that I would have to type while web surfing.

So for an iPad 2 is "Retina" when I use it at 10 feet

The smaller the device, the closer you hold it, naturally. The only way to make sure you can't see pixels is to see the device in person.

 

[MarkCollette]

I'm recommending it to my Dad. It's right at the price point he'd go for, and the sizing is just right for him. I'd rather it be a 7" iPad, so I could help him with it easier, as it would be closer to my iPhone with iOS and apps, but that's not an option. This will 90% of the time replace his desktop, but be even more portable than a notebook. Pretty excited!