Tablets reconcile convenience and computer utility like no other. Gone are days when laptops and desktops were the only devices available for portable work and leisure. These days, tablets make the world go around. Which tablets are the among the highest rated for this year's first half?

It is thin, light and functional. Most tablets today compete for portability and functionality in a small size. From thinnest structure to the fastest, each tablet targets a specific user.

Do you want to carry your books around? Do you want to work on your sheets while traveling?

Kindle has targeted book readers of all ages. iPad made sure professionals and tech lovers got a dose of what they need. The success of these devices came from the fact that each user gets a different type of experience - depending on what user they are.

The competition has grown incredibly stiff that even retail giant Amazon has also participated. The company saw the potential of a growing consumer base market. Microsoft has joined the bandwagon as well. It released its own tablet version: Microsoft Service Pro.

If companies previously not involved in computer manufacturing started producing their tablet line then this must mean something. The market is growing incredibly digitized by the day. It can be difficult to choose which device to go for with the number of tablets released on the market.

Check out the highly rated tablets for the first half of 2013.

Samsung Ipad