What’s the Apple Tablet Good For?

January 19, 2010 | No Comments

Though there is still no product on the shelf, the Apple Tablet has been a topic of discussion in social media for more than six months. Speculation has been wild but folks have come to various conclusions about what this product will be useful for.

This chart, called a radar chart or spider chart, shows the level of sentiment expressed towards the Apple Tablet for seven possible uses. Points close to the center of the chart show dissatisfaction with the use while points close to the outside of the chart show satisfaction with the use.

For example, the point on the cellphone line is very close to the center of the chart which means people do not feel the tablet is very well suited as a cellphone.  Obviously, the size of the tablet makes it a complete no-go in the cellphone industry but given the amount of iPhone love out there, people have generated chatter in this area.

In the middle of the pack, seen as moderately interesting uses of the tablet are cameras and televisions. Again, given the multiple capabilities of the iPhone, it would be pointless for Apple to create a new product that didn’t also have multiple capabilities. Watching videos and taking photos are seen as natural inclusions.

More importantly, though, is which uses generate the most favorable mentions. At the top of this list is the e-reader with the point that is closest to the outside of the chart. Those chatting about the Apple Tablet see it as a definite contender for ereaders, including the Sony Reader and Kindle. Next in line to be seen as possible uses of the tablet are laptops and computers, no surprise there.

We’re waiting Apple. Let’s see what you’ve got.

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