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!