The Phablet – are they the new phashion?

If you haven’t ever heard of the Phablet before, the term is essentially a portmanteau of a phone and a tablet. It will provide the functionality of a tablet and combine it with the convenience of a phone. But there are actually quite a few other advantages to consider if you want to try out […]
Last updated: October 14, 2013

If you haven’t ever heard of the Phablet before, the term is essentially a portmanteau of a phone and a tablet. It will provide the functionality of a tablet and combine it with the convenience of a phone. But there are actually quite a few other advantages to consider if you want to try out one of these new devices. You may be surprised by some of the affordability that you can get when you opt for these devices as well. Read through to find out more information about what you can expect from these new releases.

Interestingly, the concept for a Phablet isn’t entirely new. It can be traced back all the way to 1993, when an article in PC Magazine discussed this same idea. Many people have always seemed to want to combine the functionality that they get from their computer in to a large phone. But some have been wondering whether they can really get all they want out of these new Phablet devices. New technology is enabling these crossover devices to do much of the same tasks that you have completed before now.

Some buyers might be wondering what sets these Phablet devices apart from their regular phone. Many new mobile phones are capable of performing a surprising variety of different tasks. This can help people get some basic things done, but a Phablet can actually perform at an even higher level. It is larger, so you will have more capacity for memory and processor speed. This means that you can download more apps and even multitask using these kinds of products. Think about whether you would like to get this added level of processing speed if you want to buy a Phablet anytime soon.

Others will simply enjoy the fact that the Phablet has a larger screen. This can actually help people for a number of different reasons, since they will be able to get support for their onscreen keyboard. This may help people who are having issues using smaller screens on their standard phones. Some people may be also interested in getting a larger screen, since it can help them see text and images. This is appealing to many older users, who might want to take a look at the Phablet sometime soon. Even younger people are just finding that these models are more functional and generally easier to use for many tasks.

Since there are many different types of mobile phone users, it is no surprise that the market is creating several different sizes of models. There are quite a few people that will simply prefer their older phones, but some might want to give the Phablet a chance. If the market picks up for these different devices, you can expect more brands to work with them soon. This can help make sure that your Phablet will be supported by your current mobile plan. Think about whether you want to get a good degree more accessibility for your phone and consider whether this new Phablet will help you out.

It is important to note that the Phablet is not without its disadvantages. Many users find it to be too bulky for their tastes and prefer to stick with smaller mobile devices. Since these models are larger, they may not be able to fit in to tight jeans or small purses. They may also be simply more cumbersome to hold on to, especially for anyone who has been used to owning smaller devices in the past. This is causing some people to be a little skeptical about the viability of these different devices. You may want to take a look at these models or even test them before you decide to buy one for yourself.

In all, the Phablet is set to appeal to a wide section of the mobile marketplace. If you haven’t ever bought these models before, think about how it could change your user experience. Though they won’t appeal to everyone, they do seem to at least be unique. Keep an eye out for these mobile devices to see whether demand picks up for them in the future.

Duncan Isaksen-Loxton

Educated as a web developer, with over 20 years of internet based work and experience, Duncan is a Google Workspace Certified Collaboration Engineer and a WordPress expert.
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