Motorola Xoom Review
Operating system and processor
Motorola Xoom is undoubtedly one of the most interesting tablet of the moment. Use the Honeycomb release 3.1 of the Android OS from Google that, remember, is a version optimized for the tablet, which means that any operation or functionality can be achieved or performed in a simple and intuitive. In addition, the interface of multifinger Motorola Xoom makes managing application rather simple and is always possible to install several interactive widgets that provide all kinds of information, from e-mail to change the status of social networks. The operating system of the Motorola Xoom allows you to perform numerous operations incidental. One of the most interesting feature no doubt, for example, is the ability to issue voice commands to the device is to perform searches on the Internet both within the device itself, or to launch your favorite application immediately.
The Motorola Xoom also has an interesting virtual key, which provides access to a sort of tray that can hold up to 18 apps running. Switch between suid multitasking becomes an extremely simple and intuitive. The settings menu is divided into two columns instead, for ease of use. On the left are placed the various settings while on the right, there are commands to enable or disable various features. From the technical point of view, a powerful Dual Core processor 1 GHz Nvidia Tegra 2 provides all the power needed to run multimedia content or to keep multiple windows open at once. From this point of view, Motorola Xoom is placed in a prominent position than many other competitors.
It suffices to consider download times reduced, for example, or the fluidity that can be experienced by playing a video in high definition. The concreteness of the data sheet of the tablet is evident in these situations where more power is required.
Design and specifications
Motorola Xoom measures 249.1 mm x 167.8 mm x 12.9 mm and weighs about 730 grams. In his hand is slightly heavy, but, nevertheless, can provide the right feed in terms of portability. In fact, the weight content is not exactly a direct result of the use of robust materials such as aluminum. Motorola has preferred to sacrifice to some extent the weight in favor of concreteness and solidity. The form factor, remember, is the 10.1-inch display is protected from the known quality Gorilla Glass which resists scratching and prevents any bumps.
A convenient HDMI port lets you connect the tablet to an external television in high definition on which to play any content. With the USB port you can upload files directly from a personal computer. Motorola Xoom is equipped with dual cameras. The first, on front, 2-megapixel sensor suitable for video conferencing, the second 5 megapixel camera with autofocus and LED flash for taking pictures that you always carry. The overall quality of the latter is quite good, especially when lighting conditions are favorable. In fact, the Xoom is defended well in less favorable contexts, understanding that, because the form factor, the taking of pictures is not particularly easy.
Media Tablet
Motorola Xoom combines a processor, 1 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. Do not miss the Bluetooth makes it easy to exchange data with other devices. The version we have is equipped with Wi-Fi. This tablet was created primarily as a multimedia device. To confirm this, two powerful speakers discreetly, ensuring high levels of volume, with no special noise or distortion. To be honest, play a movie on the Motorola Xoom is something really intriguing, thanks to the perfect combination of the audio and video processor assisted by a powerful and versatile. Finally, Motorola Xoom does not have a physical keyboard, of course, but it has a virtual keyboard that fits the orientation of the device. The use of this solution is reasonably comfortable in most situations in which the keyboard responds quickly and accurately only by using more demanding applications, have noticed the effects of lag which slowed down typing, sometimes in important ways.