Apple recently launched their latest iPad Air and iPad Mini 2. The iPad Air comes with LED-backlit IPS LCD display, 16M colors, capacitive touch screen and resolution offering 1,536 x 2,048 pixels plus 264 ppi. The device runs on Apple A7 with Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cyclone (ARM v8-based) and PowerVR G6430 (quad-core graphics).

The iPad Mini 2, on other hand, features Retina Display at 2048x1536 pixels. This is four times the original resolution of the iPad Mini. The device retains the 7.9-inch screen which gives off 326ppi. The device runs on a much improved A7 chip.

Google Nexus 7

The second generation Google Nexus 7 started shipping last September. Just like the first generation, the device is made under Asus. The company made sure the slate is as portable as it can be. Nexus 7 weighs less than 50g and is 2mm thinner than the previous version. Other features include 1920 x 1200 Full HD 1080 display (this is a first for tablets within similar dimensions), 323ppi, 5MP back camera, 1.2MP front camera, Android Jelly Bean 4.3, 4.3 Processor 1.5GHz quadcore and a choice between 16B or 32GB memory.

Xperia Tablet Z

Sony's Xperia Tablet Z serves as slate counterpart for Sony Xperia Z handset. One of the best selling points of the Xperia line is the design. It is slim, dustproof, waterproof and stylish. People looking for a premium tablet can find the Xpeira Z slate an ideal choice. The device measures around 6.9mm thick and weighs around 495g.

Battery life lasts over seven hours. The design is impressively futuristic that it can truly rival iPad's design. Other features include Android 4.2, 1.5 GHz quadcore, 10.1-inch screen plus 1200 x 1920 resolution.

Galaxy Note 2

The Galaxy Note 2 features a 5.5-inch screen. The device doubles as a phone so it is called a "phablet." One of the most unique features is the S Pen. The stylus allows people to obtain added information on different components or apps of the device by simple hovering the pen over the screen. It is also easier to multitask.

Other features include 1280x720 resolution, 1.6GHz quadcore processor, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and 16/32/64GB storage.

Kindle Fire HDX

The Kindle Fire HDX moves beyond downloading people's favorite ebooks. The device now also allows people to download music, television shows and file. Although it seems the Amazon Kindle Fire HDX is dedicated to helping people surf around Amazon's site, it does have excellent features slate users may find useful and interesting.

Features include 10.6-inch screen with 1920x1200 pixels plus 323ppi, 2.2GHz Quad-cord Snapdragon 800, Android 4.2 with Fire and 16/32/64GB storage options.