The Best Windows Tablets [May, 2013]

With Windows 8, Microsoft attempted to change the nature of the devices its partners offered to consumers. In fact, the company introduced so many changes to the operating system that some now argue that Windows 8 may be the first operating system made by Microsoft whose touch experience vastly outstrips it’s use on traditional Windows form factors like laptops and desktops.

While the jury is still out on that, the fact is that Windows is now easier than ever to use on the world’s latest computing form factor, tablets. As many people believe Apple proved with its line of iPad line, while it’s important to get the software right, quality hardware that users can appreciate is what really creates a magical experience. And a magical experience is what Microsoft hopes to create with Windows 8’s new Start Menu, application development techniques and faster boot times.

We’ve compiled some of the best tablets to help users get acquainted with Windows as Microsoft wants users to experience it today. While these tablets all offer their on positives in negates for users, each allows the user to exploit the duality of Windows 8’s desktop and Metro-style interface, whether it before for work or play with their available accessories and sometimes bold form factors

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