AARP's new RealPad

Gdetrailer wrote:

8.1 Van wrote:
For $139 you could get the better ASUS 32GB Google Nexus 7" Tablet with 4G and free expedited shipping from B&H. And if you live outside of NY state you don't pay sales tax.

The 32GB Google Nexus 7" Tablet from ASUS represents a premium Android-based device that delivers the best Google experience available on a tablet. Aside from including easy-to-use software and state-of-the-art hardware, the Nexus 7 is the first tablet to ever feature Google's Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system. Jelly Bean brings intuitive controls and a plethora of customizable options. With smarter notifications, beautiful new widgets and home screen customization, the Nexus 7 takes advantage of Jelly Bean's easy to use drag-and-drop controls.

Finding that perfect balance between practicality and mobility is a difficult task. Fortunately, the Nexus 7 combines both into a slim, lightweight tablet with a perfectly-sized 7" IPS display, Wi-Fi wireless connectivity and 4G mobile broadband for accessing the Internet from anywhere. Plus, with a 1280 x 800 native resolution, you'll be able to enjoy deeper black levels and vibrant color when playing your high-definition video content. The screen is made of scratch-resistant Corning glass so you don't end up with unwanted marks when carrying your Nexus 7 around.

Mobility is key for any tablet and the Nexus 7 is no exception. It is only 0.41" thin and weighs less than a pound so you can carry it around with you wherever you go without adding any bulk to your bag. You don't have to worry about low battery life either since the Nexus 7 can run up to 9.5 hours during HD video playback. Actual battery life may vary with use. 9.5 hours was achieved by playing a 720p video at 100 nits brightness with an external headset, Wi-Fi turned on and logged into Gmail.

B&H

Hmm.. isn't "4G" a cellphone/internet connection?

OP wasn't looking for "4G" CELLPHONE internet connectivity if they were looking at the ARRP tablet.. Although I guess it may be possible to bypass or ignore the "4g" data modem as long as it has built in WiFi radio..

But still not sure if it would be a better deal than a Acer Iconia since the Acer does have a 7.9" screen and built in GPS radio which does not depend on Internet connection to work.

The model of the Nexus 7 that 8.1 Van linked to is the 2012 version, the 2013 version has a faster processor, more RAM, higher resolution screen and has front/rear cameras as opposed to just a front camera on the 2012. Regardless, both versions have built-in GPS and are generally ranked as better tablets than the Acer Iconia. The Acer does have a microSD card slot which the Nexus 7 lacks.

The OP may not want the 4G (which requires a cellular subscription) but the tablet could still be used without the 4G on just wifi.