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MagyarToshiba Encore Series
The Toshiba Encore is Toshiba's first 8 inch Windows tablet and it's priced to fit within tight budgets. This device reportedly benefits from Toshiba working with Microsoft to ensure that the tablet is optimized to work with Windows 8.1. It was also designed to be optimal for Skype use with dual-array microphones and noise reduction. One attractive prospect is the free Office Home & Student 2013 that comes pre-installed. All these factors considered, along with the 8 MP camera and a good selection of ports mean that this device is versatile and can be used for a variety of business, productivity and entertainment uses. For those who find the 8 inch screen a bit too small for word processing, the micro HDMI port will allow users to hook this device up to an external monitor.
Powered by Intel's latest quad core Bay Trail Atom processor - on paper- this looks like a potentially great device. With a standard 1280 x 800 IPS multitouch display and 32GB of storage (which can be expanded with a microSD) there's nothing spectacularly different about this device when compared to other similar machines, other than the updated processor, but it is cheaper than most others. Weighing in at 0.48 kg, the 8 incher should work well for one handed use. The design is a low key affair in matte silver. For those in the market for a pocket sized Windows 8.1 device, the Toshiba Encore could be the one to beat.
Processor: Intel Atom Z3735F, Intel Atom Z3735G, Intel Atom Z3740, Intel Atom Z3770Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 7.00 inch, 8.00 inch, 10.10 inch
Weight: 0.35kg, 0.36kg, 0.372kg, 0.45kg, 0.5kg, 0.55kg, 0.63kg
Price: 200, 300, 400 euro
Average Score:
Average of 29 scores (from 43 reviews)
Average of 29 scores (from 43 reviews)
Toshiba Encore
Specifications
Notebook: Toshiba EncoreProcessor: Intel Atom Z3770
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 8.00 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 0.5kg
Price: 400 euro
Links: Toshiba homepage Toshiba notebook section
Pricecompare
Average Score:
Average of 5 scores (from 9 reviews)
Reviews
Toshiba Encore, hands-on: Windows 8.1 to go
Source: Zdnet.com
Archive.org version
Toshiba's 8-inch Encore can run legacy desktop Windows apps, although you may find them difficult to work with on such a small screen. Performance could be better, but the price is attractive and battery life impressive. Toshiba has not been able to make the Encore particularly thin or light, and the screen bezel is fairly large, so that overall this is a relatively big device for an 8-inch tablet. It measures 213mm by 135.9mm by 10.68mm and weighs 445g. Compare it to the Android-based Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0, which comes in at 209.8mm by 123.8mm by 7.4mm and 314g, and it's clear how relatively chunky the Encore is. Even so, it's obviously a lot smaller and lighter than a notebook, and the build feels solid.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/05/2014
Source: Zdnet.com
Archive.org versionToshiba's 8-inch Encore can run legacy desktop Windows apps, although you may find them difficult to work with on such a small screen. Performance could be better, but the price is attractive and battery life impressive. Toshiba has not been able to make the Encore particularly thin or light, and the screen bezel is fairly large, so that overall this is a relatively big device for an 8-inch tablet. It measures 213mm by 135.9mm by 10.68mm and weighs 445g. Compare it to the Android-based Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0, which comes in at 209.8mm by 123.8mm by 7.4mm and 314g, and it's clear how relatively chunky the Encore is. Even so, it's obviously a lot smaller and lighter than a notebook, and the build feels solid.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/05/2014
Toshiba Encore: The Windows 8.1 tablet that might catch on
Source: Reg Hardware Archive.org version
As a pure tablet, the Encore leaves a few things to be desired. Physically it’s heavy, thick and a bit ugly when compared to the likes of the Nexus 7 and iPad mini. Furthermore, the paucity of touch-optimised apps in the Windows store, compared to to iOS and Android, is still an issue. Certainly, if Toshiba forgot to ask for this one back, I could see it quickly replacing the HP Pavilion dm1 as my backup and travel PC and my Nexus 7 as my go-to tablet. With my Android Moto G and a Windows 8.1 Encore, I’d be covered for all eventualities.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/21/2014
Source: Reg Hardware
Archive.org versionAs a pure tablet, the Encore leaves a few things to be desired. Physically it’s heavy, thick and a bit ugly when compared to the likes of the Nexus 7 and iPad mini. Furthermore, the paucity of touch-optimised apps in the Windows store, compared to to iOS and Android, is still an issue. Certainly, if Toshiba forgot to ask for this one back, I could see it quickly replacing the HP Pavilion dm1 as my backup and travel PC and my Nexus 7 as my go-to tablet. With my Android Moto G and a Windows 8.1 Encore, I’d be covered for all eventualities.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/21/2014
Toshiba Encore review
Source: Expert Reviews Archive.org version
The Encore is a compact means of enjoying Windows 8.1, and it’s also relatively cheap, but unlike some Windows tablets that are 10in or larger, we can’t see the Encore replacing your laptop. As it has no full-size USB ports you’ll struggle to connect your existing peripherals, and if you just want a tablet for web browsing you may be better off with an Android tablet such as the LG G Pad 8.3 instead.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Expert Reviews
Archive.org versionThe Encore is a compact means of enjoying Windows 8.1, and it’s also relatively cheap, but unlike some Windows tablets that are 10in or larger, we can’t see the Encore replacing your laptop. As it has no full-size USB ports you’ll struggle to connect your existing peripherals, and if you just want a tablet for web browsing you may be better off with an Android tablet such as the LG G Pad 8.3 instead.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
Toshiba Encore
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
The Toshiba Encore is a speedy Windows 8.1 tablet with handy apps, good performance and long battery life. This is also the only tablet in its class with a microHDMI port. However, the Encore has a bulkier design and a dimmer screen than the Lenovo Miix 8, our favorite 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablet thus far.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/23/2013
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionThe Toshiba Encore is a speedy Windows 8.1 tablet with handy apps, good performance and long battery life. This is also the only tablet in its class with a microHDMI port. However, the Encore has a bulkier design and a dimmer screen than the Lenovo Miix 8, our favorite 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablet thus far.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/23/2013
Rating: Total score: 70%
Toshiba Encore review
Source: V3.co.uk Archive.org version
Overall, the Encore is an interesting device that somehow crams a fully working Windows PC into an 8in tablet capable of being held comfortably in one hand. On the other hand, the Encore's battery life is comparable with iOS and Android tablets, which means that for those who prefer Windows, it could be a compelling companion device for a laptop or desktop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/18/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: V3.co.uk
Archive.org versionOverall, the Encore is an interesting device that somehow crams a fully working Windows PC into an 8in tablet capable of being held comfortably in one hand. On the other hand, the Encore's battery life is comparable with iOS and Android tablets, which means that for those who prefer Windows, it could be a compelling companion device for a laptop or desktop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/18/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
Toshiba Encore review
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
In theory, the Encore at £250 has much to offer. It’s an affordable 8-inch tablet with all-day battery life and has access to a full version of Windows 8 including Microsoft Office. In reality, certain aspects of Microsoft’s operating system just don’t work on such a small device. Trying to use it in a traditional Windows way is far too frustrating and buying a Bluetooth keyboard is the only way you will get great use of having Office access. The buggy, unresponsive performance we endured did not disappear even with our second review model, so it makes it difficult to recommend.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2013
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 50% features: 80% display: 60% mobility: 80% workmanship: 50%
Source: Trusted Reviews
Archive.org versionIn theory, the Encore at £250 has much to offer. It’s an affordable 8-inch tablet with all-day battery life and has access to a full version of Windows 8 including Microsoft Office. In reality, certain aspects of Microsoft’s operating system just don’t work on such a small device. Trying to use it in a traditional Windows way is far too frustrating and buying a Bluetooth keyboard is the only way you will get great use of having Office access. The buggy, unresponsive performance we endured did not disappear even with our second review model, so it makes it difficult to recommend.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2013
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 50% features: 80% display: 60% mobility: 80% workmanship: 50%
Foreign Reviews
Kompaktes Windows 8.1-Tablet für 299 Euro
Source: Netzwelt
DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: 8'' tablet; microsoft; comfortable handling
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/09/2013
Source: Netzwelt
DE→EN Archive.org versionPositive: 8'' tablet; microsoft; comfortable handling
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/09/2013
Recenzja tabletu Toshiba Encore
Source: Tablety
PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 75%
Source: Tablety
PL→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 75%
Toshiba Encore – test 8-calowca z systemem Windows oraz procesorem Atom Z3740
Source: PC Lab.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Windows operating system; long battery life; fine screen; pretty good quality. Negative: Thick; price; no tablet dock.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/09/2014
Source: PC Lab.pl
PL→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Windows operating system; long battery life; fine screen; pretty good quality. Negative: Thick; price; no tablet dock.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/09/2014
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102
Specifications
Notebook: Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102Processor: Intel Atom Z3740
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 8.00 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 0.45kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: Toshiba homepage Toshiba notebook section
Pricecompare
Average Score:
Average of 16 scores (from 22 reviews)
Reviews
Review Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102 Tablet | Notebookcheck
Big promises. Toshiba’s Encore WT8-A-102 is an exciting new Windows tablet with enough mobility and high-quality hardware to potentially threaten the current market leaders. But is it a success? We put the tablet through an extensive series of tests to find out.
Big promises. Toshiba’s Encore WT8-A-102 is an exciting new Windows tablet with enough mobility and high-quality hardware to potentially threaten the current market leaders. But is it a success? We put the tablet through an extensive series of tests to find out.
Toshiba Encore review: an 8-inch Windows tablet that struggles to stand out
Source: Engadget Archive.org version
You might think we're down on the Encore based on the complaints littered throughout the review, but that's not true. We genuinely enjoyed our time with it, and it's safe to recommend if you can snag one at bargain-basement pricing. The battery life and performance are up to snuff, and there are no cavernous holes in the feature set -- so long as you weren't expecting an imaging powerhouse, anyway.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/31/2014
Source: Engadget
Archive.org versionYou might think we're down on the Encore based on the complaints littered throughout the review, but that's not true. We genuinely enjoyed our time with it, and it's safe to recommend if you can snag one at bargain-basement pricing. The battery life and performance are up to snuff, and there are no cavernous holes in the feature set -- so long as you weren't expecting an imaging powerhouse, anyway.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/31/2014
Toshiba Encore review: an 8-inch Windows tablet that struggles to stand out
Source: Engadget Archive.org version
You might think we're down on the Encore based on the complaints littered throughout the review, but that's not true. We genuinely enjoyed our time with it, and it's safe to recommend if you can snag one at bargain-basement pricing. The battery life and performance are up to snuff, and there are no cavernous holes in the feature set -- so long as you weren't expecting an imaging powerhouse, anyway.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/31/2014
Source: Engadget
Archive.org versionYou might think we're down on the Encore based on the complaints littered throughout the review, but that's not true. We genuinely enjoyed our time with it, and it's safe to recommend if you can snag one at bargain-basement pricing. The battery life and performance are up to snuff, and there are no cavernous holes in the feature set -- so long as you weren't expecting an imaging powerhouse, anyway.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/31/2014
Toshiba Encore 8 review: Good cameras and HDMI-out in a chunky chassis
Source: PC World Archive.org version
There’s a disappointing degree of uniformity in the Windows tablet market. Nearly all the devices use the same processor, feature the same-resolution display, and deliver the same amount of memory and storage. So I’m happy to see Toshiba's differentiating its Encore 8 by providing a mini-HDMI port and boosting the resolution of its rear camera to 8 megapixels. Unfortunately, this 8-inch tablet also stands out by being thicker and heavier than its competition.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/17/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: PC World
Archive.org versionThere’s a disappointing degree of uniformity in the Windows tablet market. Nearly all the devices use the same processor, feature the same-resolution display, and deliver the same amount of memory and storage. So I’m happy to see Toshiba's differentiating its Encore 8 by providing a mini-HDMI port and boosting the resolution of its rear camera to 8 megapixels. Unfortunately, this 8-inch tablet also stands out by being thicker and heavier than its competition.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/17/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Toshiba Encore 8 review: Good cameras and HDMI-out in a chunky chassis
Source: PC World Archive.org version
There’s a disappointing degree of uniformity in the Windows tablet market. Nearly all the devices use the same processor, feature the same-resolution display, and deliver the same amount of memory and storage. So I’m happy to see Toshiba's differentiating its Encore 8 by providing a mini-HDMI port and boosting the resolution of its rear camera to 8 megapixels. Unfortunately, this 8-inch tablet also stands out by being thicker and heavier than its competition.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/17/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: PC World
Archive.org versionThere’s a disappointing degree of uniformity in the Windows tablet market. Nearly all the devices use the same processor, feature the same-resolution display, and deliver the same amount of memory and storage. So I’m happy to see Toshiba's differentiating its Encore 8 by providing a mini-HDMI port and boosting the resolution of its rear camera to 8 megapixels. Unfortunately, this 8-inch tablet also stands out by being thicker and heavier than its competition.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/17/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Toshiba Encore review
Source: PC Pro Archive.org version
Stylus or no, however, the Toshiba Encore is still significantly cheaper than both its main rivals, it (mostly) matches both for performance, and packs in all the connectivity you need to turn it into a lightweight mobile workhorse. With a full copy of Office 2013 Home & Student onboard as well, it's a bona fide bargain.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
Source: PC Pro
Archive.org versionStylus or no, however, the Toshiba Encore is still significantly cheaper than both its main rivals, it (mostly) matches both for performance, and packs in all the connectivity you need to turn it into a lightweight mobile workhorse. With a full copy of Office 2013 Home & Student onboard as well, it's a bona fide bargain.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
Toshiba Encore review
Source: PC Pro Archive.org version
Stylus or no, however, the Toshiba Encore is still significantly cheaper than both its main rivals, it (mostly) matches both for performance, and packs in all the connectivity you need to turn it into a lightweight mobile workhorse. With a full copy of Office 2013 Home & Student onboard as well, it's a bona fide bargain.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
Source: PC Pro
Archive.org versionStylus or no, however, the Toshiba Encore is still significantly cheaper than both its main rivals, it (mostly) matches both for performance, and packs in all the connectivity you need to turn it into a lightweight mobile workhorse. With a full copy of Office 2013 Home & Student onboard as well, it's a bona fide bargain.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
Toshiba Encore review A Windows desktop in the palm of your hand
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Overall the Toshiba Encore is a decent tablet, that will either be a good buy or a waste of money, depending on what you want to use it for. For browsing the internet, checking Windows 8 apps, watching media and even writing a few notes in Microsoft Word (the Toshiba Encore comes with a full copy of Microsoft Office), then it's not a bad little tablet. However, if you're looking for a tablet that matches the build quality of Apple's finest, whilst also being robust enough to run full Windows 8 programs, then you're going to be disappointed.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 60% performance: 40% features: 60%
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionOverall the Toshiba Encore is a decent tablet, that will either be a good buy or a waste of money, depending on what you want to use it for. For browsing the internet, checking Windows 8 apps, watching media and even writing a few notes in Microsoft Word (the Toshiba Encore comes with a full copy of Microsoft Office), then it's not a bad little tablet. However, if you're looking for a tablet that matches the build quality of Apple's finest, whilst also being robust enough to run full Windows 8 programs, then you're going to be disappointed.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 60% performance: 40% features: 60%
Toshiba Encore review A Windows desktop in the palm of your hand
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Overall the Toshiba Encore is a decent tablet, that will either be a good buy or a waste of money, depending on what you want to use it for. For browsing the internet, checking Windows 8 apps, watching media and even writing a few notes in Microsoft Word (the Toshiba Encore comes with a full copy of Microsoft Office), then it's not a bad little tablet. However, if you're looking for a tablet that matches the build quality of Apple's finest, whilst also being robust enough to run full Windows 8 programs, then you're going to be disappointed.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 60% performance: 40% features: 60%
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionOverall the Toshiba Encore is a decent tablet, that will either be a good buy or a waste of money, depending on what you want to use it for. For browsing the internet, checking Windows 8 apps, watching media and even writing a few notes in Microsoft Word (the Toshiba Encore comes with a full copy of Microsoft Office), then it's not a bad little tablet. However, if you're looking for a tablet that matches the build quality of Apple's finest, whilst also being robust enough to run full Windows 8 programs, then you're going to be disappointed.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 60% performance: 40% features: 60%
Toshiba Encore Windows 8 Tablet Review
Source: Techspot Archive.org version
Toshiba’s first foray into the world of 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablets isn’t the fantastic product the company was hoping for. The drab, chubby design is particularly uninspired, failing to make an impression up against slimmer and more portable competition. The inclusion of an HFFS display is interesting, although its overall quality falls behind IPS-type panels, not to mention the disappointing resolution. If you value Windows 8.1 support more than anything, you may find these sub-$300 tablet to look like a bargain. Note however that using desktop apps and typical productivity software like Office is somewhat challenging in this form factor (unless you plan to add a keyboard). If that's your primary intention you may be better served by hybrid PC like the Asus Transformer Book we recently tested.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 65%
Source: Techspot
Archive.org versionToshiba’s first foray into the world of 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablets isn’t the fantastic product the company was hoping for. The drab, chubby design is particularly uninspired, failing to make an impression up against slimmer and more portable competition. The inclusion of an HFFS display is interesting, although its overall quality falls behind IPS-type panels, not to mention the disappointing resolution. If you value Windows 8.1 support more than anything, you may find these sub-$300 tablet to look like a bargain. Note however that using desktop apps and typical productivity software like Office is somewhat challenging in this form factor (unless you plan to add a keyboard). If that's your primary intention you may be better served by hybrid PC like the Asus Transformer Book we recently tested.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 65%
Toshiba Encore Windows 8 Tablet Review
Source: Techspot Archive.org version
Toshiba’s first foray into the world of 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablets isn’t the fantastic product the company was hoping for. The drab, chubby design is particularly uninspired, failing to make an impression up against slimmer and more portable competition. The inclusion of an HFFS display is interesting, although its overall quality falls behind IPS-type panels, not to mention the disappointing resolution. If you value Windows 8.1 support more than anything, you may find these sub-$300 tablet to look like a bargain. Note however that using desktop apps and typical productivity software like Office is somewhat challenging in this form factor (unless you plan to add a keyboard). If that's your primary intention you may be better served by hybrid PC like the Asus Transformer Book we recently tested.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 65%
Source: Techspot
Archive.org versionToshiba’s first foray into the world of 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablets isn’t the fantastic product the company was hoping for. The drab, chubby design is particularly uninspired, failing to make an impression up against slimmer and more portable competition. The inclusion of an HFFS display is interesting, although its overall quality falls behind IPS-type panels, not to mention the disappointing resolution. If you value Windows 8.1 support more than anything, you may find these sub-$300 tablet to look like a bargain. Note however that using desktop apps and typical productivity software like Office is somewhat challenging in this form factor (unless you plan to add a keyboard). If that's your primary intention you may be better served by hybrid PC like the Asus Transformer Book we recently tested.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 65%
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102 review: attractive Windows 8 tablet on the face of it, but closer inspection suggests otherwise
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
Just £250 for a portable PC that can run Windows may seem like an attractive idea, but our experience did not back up that proposition. Toshiba has used a cheap and slow processor to hit both price point and thermal design constraints, making a tablet that lurches rather than zips under your control. Battery life is usable if unremarkable. The familiar Windows interface is clearly not designed to work on this size screen through touch control, leaving you with just a moribund Metro interface.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 40% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org versionJust £250 for a portable PC that can run Windows may seem like an attractive idea, but our experience did not back up that proposition. Toshiba has used a cheap and slow processor to hit both price point and thermal design constraints, making a tablet that lurches rather than zips under your control. Battery life is usable if unremarkable. The familiar Windows interface is clearly not designed to work on this size screen through touch control, leaving you with just a moribund Metro interface.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 40% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102 review: attractive Windows 8 tablet on the face of it, but closer inspection suggests otherwise
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
Just £250 for a portable PC that can run Windows may seem like an attractive idea, but our experience did not back up that proposition. Toshiba has used a cheap and slow processor to hit both price point and thermal design constraints, making a tablet that lurches rather than zips under your control. Battery life is usable if unremarkable. The familiar Windows interface is clearly not designed to work on this size screen through touch control, leaving you with just a moribund Metro interface.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 40% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org versionJust £250 for a portable PC that can run Windows may seem like an attractive idea, but our experience did not back up that proposition. Toshiba has used a cheap and slow processor to hit both price point and thermal design constraints, making a tablet that lurches rather than zips under your control. Battery life is usable if unremarkable. The familiar Windows interface is clearly not designed to work on this size screen through touch control, leaving you with just a moribund Metro interface.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 40% features: 60% workmanship: 70%
Foreign Reviews
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102
Source: Connect - Heft 4/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 74%
Source: Connect - Heft 4/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 74%
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102
Source: Connect - Heft 4/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 74%
Source: Connect - Heft 4/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 74%
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102
Source: PC Welt DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 90% features: 83% display: 80%
Source: PC Welt
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 90% features: 83% display: 80%
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-102
Source: PC Welt DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 90% features: 83% display: 80%
Source: PC Welt
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 90% features: 83% display: 80%
Günstiges Intel Atom Bay-Trail Tablet
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 95% display: 90% mobility: 85% ergonomy: 90%
Source: Notebookinfo
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 95% display: 90% mobility: 85% ergonomy: 90%
Günstiges Intel Atom Bay-Trail Tablet
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 95% display: 90% mobility: 85% ergonomy: 90%
Source: Notebookinfo
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 95% display: 90% mobility: 85% ergonomy: 90%
Review: Toshiba Encore WT8 con procesador Intel Bay Trail
Source: Hispazone
ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful and efficient Intel processor; MicroSD slot; well made case; decent quality of the front webcam; good IPS display. Negative: Mediocre design.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/09/2014
Source: Hispazone
ES→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Powerful and efficient Intel processor; MicroSD slot; well made case; decent quality of the front webcam; good IPS display. Negative: Mediocre design.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/09/2014
Review: Toshiba Encore WT8 con procesador Intel Bay Trail
Source: Hispazone ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful and efficient Intel processor; MicroSD slot; well made case; decent quality of the front webcam; good IPS display. Negative: Mediocre design.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/09/2014
Source: Hispazone
ES→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Powerful and efficient Intel processor; MicroSD slot; well made case; decent quality of the front webcam; good IPS display. Negative: Mediocre design.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/09/2014
Toshiba Encore tablet Windows 8.1-gyel
Source: Prohardver.hu
HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Micro HDMI; dual-band Wi-Fi; good battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2014
Source: Prohardver.hu
HU→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Micro HDMI; dual-band Wi-Fi; good battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2014
Toshiba Encore tablet Windows 8.1-gyel
Source: Prohardver.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Micro HDMI; dual-band Wi-Fi; good battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2014
Source: Prohardver.hu
HU→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Micro HDMI; dual-band Wi-Fi; good battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2014
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-103
Specifications
Notebook: Toshiba Encore WT8-A-103Processor: Intel Atom Z3740
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 8.00 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 0.45kg
Price: 400 euro
Links: Toshiba homepage Toshiba notebook section Encore WT8-A-103 (Model)
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Average Score:
Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)
Foreign Reviews
Toshiba Encore WT8-A-103
Source: Mein PC & ich - Heft 3/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Mein PC & ich - Heft 3/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Toshiba Encore 2 10.1 inch
The Toshiba Encore 2 from the Encore series features an Intel Atom Z3735G, which is a 64-Bit microprocessor designed to run basic functions. It is often used in small budget notebooks and consumes very little power. This particular processor is quad-core and can clock up to 1.83 GHz.
The Encore 2 runs Windows 8.1 and Office 365, which should be more than enough for the average user. It should be noted that Office 365 has a one-year limit. The 10.1 inch device is sturdy and very light at only 0.63 kg (1.2 pounds). The display has a 1280 x 800 pixel resolution and a 149 ppi pixel density. The Encore 2 has wide viewing angles and features vivid colors and crisp details.
The faux-aluminium case looks pleasing and gives it a more expensive look. In addition, the Encore features a 5 megapixels primary camera with autofocus and a 1.2 megapixel front camera. This may not be high quality enough for some avid picture takers.
It has 1 GB of RAM and 32 GB internal memory. The memory can be expanded to up to 128GB. The device can be used to run multiple tasks simultaneously without lagging. However, don't expect it to run too many at once with 1 GB of RAM. It can last up to 7 hours while connected to WiFi, which is decent for a notebook.
Specifications
Notebook: Toshiba Encore 2 10.1 inchProcessor: Intel Atom Z3735G
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 10.10 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 0.63kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: Toshiba homepage Toshiba notebook section
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Average Score:
Average of 3 scores (from 3 reviews)
Reviews
Toshiba Encore 2 review
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
In terms of an affordable 10-inch full Windows 8.1 tablet there's plenty of good to be taken away from the Encore 2, making it a genuinely viable purchase. The screen provides good angles of view with limited reflective qualities, while the new slim build is a step forward for the series. Add microSD expansion for easy file transfer between devices, Microsoft Office and - should you want to buy one - an optional keyboard and the Encore 2 would be our preference ahead of a Chromebook. But it's not a leap forward in the way it could have been - and budget Chromebooks are short of the mark, so hardly shining praise.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/22/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Pocket Lint
Archive.org versionIn terms of an affordable 10-inch full Windows 8.1 tablet there's plenty of good to be taken away from the Encore 2, making it a genuinely viable purchase. The screen provides good angles of view with limited reflective qualities, while the new slim build is a step forward for the series. Add microSD expansion for easy file transfer between devices, Microsoft Office and - should you want to buy one - an optional keyboard and the Encore 2 would be our preference ahead of a Chromebook. But it's not a leap forward in the way it could have been - and budget Chromebooks are short of the mark, so hardly shining praise.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/22/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Toshiba Encore 2 review: This Windows 8 tablet goes easy on your wallet
Source: PC World Archive.org version
Full-featured Windows tablets, such as the aforementioned Dell and Lenovo models, can replace a notebook (provided you add peripherals such as a Bluetooth keyboard). I can’t envision Toshiba’s Encore 2 that way—it’s more of a companion device for very light productivity and entertainment.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: PC World
Archive.org versionFull-featured Windows tablets, such as the aforementioned Dell and Lenovo models, can replace a notebook (provided you add peripherals such as a Bluetooth keyboard). I can’t envision Toshiba’s Encore 2 that way—it’s more of a companion device for very light productivity and entertainment.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Toshiba Encore 2
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
The Toshiba Encore 2 is an attractive choice if you're looking for an affordable 10-inch Windows tablet. For just $269, you get a slim and well-designed slate that runs Windows 8.1 with just enough horsepower to handle word processing, browsing the Web and streaming music simultaneously. A one-year subscription to Office 365 makes it an even better deal.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionThe Toshiba Encore 2 is an attractive choice if you're looking for an affordable 10-inch Windows tablet. For just $269, you get a slim and well-designed slate that runs Windows 8.1 with just enough horsepower to handle word processing, browsing the Web and streaming music simultaneously. A one-year subscription to Office 365 makes it an even better deal.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Toshiba Encore Mini WT7-C16
Specifications
Notebook: Toshiba Encore Mini WT7-C16Processor: Intel Atom Z3735G
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 7.00 inch, 16:10, 1024 x 600 pixels
Weight: 0.36kg
Price: 200 euro
Links: Toshiba homepage Toshiba notebook section Encore Mini WT7-C16 (Model)
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Reviews
Toshiba Encore Mini hands-on review: 7in Windows 8.1 tablet is cheap but almost unusable
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
Toshiba's Encore Mini is likely to be the cheapest Windows 8.1 tablet you can buy, but that doesn't mean you should buy it. 7in really is too small for the software we know and enjoy, and we're sure that anyone keen to get Windows 8.1 on a tablet will be disappointed with this one and find that it's almost unusable, so we'd recommend putting your £99 to better use and saving up a bit of extra cash for a Windows 8.1 tablet with a 10in screen or above.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/07/2014
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org versionToshiba's Encore Mini is likely to be the cheapest Windows 8.1 tablet you can buy, but that doesn't mean you should buy it. 7in really is too small for the software we know and enjoy, and we're sure that anyone keen to get Windows 8.1 on a tablet will be disappointed with this one and find that it's almost unusable, so we'd recommend putting your £99 to better use and saving up a bit of extra cash for a Windows 8.1 tablet with a 10in screen or above.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/07/2014
Toshiba Encore 2 WT8-B264
Specifications
Notebook: Toshiba Encore 2 WT8-B264Processor: Intel Atom Z3735F
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 8.00 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 0.372kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: Toshiba homepage Toshiba notebook section Encore 2 WT8-B264 (Model)
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Reviews
Review: Toshiba Encore 2
Source: Gizmag Archive.org version
If you're already invested in the Windows ecosystem, or just want to get a feel for the Modern UI, this is a device to consider. Overall it's an affordable Wi-Fi-only tablet for media consumption, web browsing, and playing games. Just keep in mind that you won't be productive with it ... but then again, how productive are we with tablets anyway?
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/04/2014
Source: Gizmag
Archive.org versionIf you're already invested in the Windows ecosystem, or just want to get a feel for the Modern UI, this is a device to consider. Overall it's an affordable Wi-Fi-only tablet for media consumption, web browsing, and playing games. Just keep in mind that you won't be productive with it ... but then again, how productive are we with tablets anyway?
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/04/2014
Toshiba Encore mini WT7-C-100
Good things sometimes come in small sizes. The display on this tablet is only 7 inches. It is however, a multi touch screen with a 16:9 ratio and a resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels. The LCD screen density is a mid-range 170 ppi. The back portion of this tablet is made of white textured plastic and the screen is framed by a 0.4 inch (1.02 cm) black border bezel. The entire tablet is 7.8 inches (19.81 cm) long, 4.7 inches (11.94 cm) wide and about 1.1 cm thick. It weighs an extremely light 354 g and the design is meant for easy usage with just one hand. As opposed to the numerous android tablets out there, the Toshiba Encore Mini runs on a Windows 8.1 OS. Windows offers a host of apps that enable the viewing of video and pictures, internet browsing and other daily tech functions. At the core of the tablet is a quad core Intel Atom processor for tablets with Intel Burst Technology 2.0 that can clock a speed of 1.33 GHz that can hit 1.83 GHz with burst technology. There is 16 GB built in memory and 1 GB DDR3L RAM that can clock up to 1.3 GHz and a micro-SD card slot. There are two cameras in the tablet, a 2 MP rear camera and a 0.3 MP front camera. This tablet is within the extremely affordable range and will be attractive for those on a budget.Specifications
Notebook: Toshiba Encore mini WT7-C-100Processor: Intel Atom Z3735G
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 7.00 inch, 16:10, 1024 x 600 pixels
Weight: 0.35kg
Links: Toshiba homepage Toshiba notebook section
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Average Score:
Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)
Reviews
Review: Toshiba Encore Mini
Source: Gadgetguy Archive.org version
Even though $199 might seem like a good price for a budget Windows tablet, we find it hard to recommend this tablet simply because the screen — you know, the entry mechanism for a tablet — is so poor, offering a barely usable experience that can’t possibly make the case for owning a portable touchscreen computer. We’re stumped, we really are, because a tablet should be much better than this, and there is already solid competition in the budget Windows slate market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/29/2015
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 60% features: 40% workmanship: 50%
Source: Gadgetguy
Archive.org versionEven though $199 might seem like a good price for a budget Windows tablet, we find it hard to recommend this tablet simply because the screen — you know, the entry mechanism for a tablet — is so poor, offering a barely usable experience that can’t possibly make the case for owning a portable touchscreen computer. We’re stumped, we really are, because a tablet should be much better than this, and there is already solid competition in the budget Windows slate market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/29/2015
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 50% performance: 60% features: 40% workmanship: 50%
Foreign Reviews
Ревю на Toshiba Encore mini WT7-C-100 – малкият бюджетен и функционален Windows помощник
Source: Tablet.bg
BU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; full-featured 32-bit Windows 8.1; reasonable performance; low price. Negative: Poor camera; poor display colors.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/18/2015
Source: Tablet.bg
BU→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Compact size; full-featured 32-bit Windows 8.1; reasonable performance; low price. Negative: Poor camera; poor display colors.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/18/2015
Toshiba Encore 2 WT10-A-106
Specifications
Notebook: Toshiba Encore 2 WT10-A-106Processor: Intel Atom Z3735F
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Display: 10.10 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 0.55kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: Toshiba homepage Toshiba notebook section Encore 2 WT10-A-106 (Model)
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Average Score:
Average of 2 scores (from 3 reviews)
Foreign Reviews
Toshiba Encore 2 WT10-A-106
Source: Guter Rat! - Heft 2/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 89%
Source: Guter Rat! - Heft 2/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 89%
Toshiba Encore 2 WT10-A Speicherkapazität 32 GB Konnektivität Nur WLAN
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 1/2015
Review Type Unknown, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 82% display: 75% mobility: 78%
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 1/2015
Review Type Unknown, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 82% display: 75% mobility: 78%
Toshiba Encore 2 recensione
Source: Confronto Tablet
IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; slim size; stylish design. Negative: Uncomfortable power button; overheats easily; poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/25/2016
Source: Confronto Tablet
IT→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Good price; slim size; stylish design. Negative: Uncomfortable power button; overheats easily; poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/25/2016
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Toshiba: Toshiba Corporation is a Japanese conglomerate or technology group. The company was established in 1939 and in 1978 Toshiba became the official company name. The company's products and services include power, industrial and social infrastructure systems, elevators and escalators, electronic components, semiconductors, hard drives, printers, batteries, lighting, logistics and information technology. Toshiba was one of the largest manufacturers of personal computers, consumer electronics, home appliances and medical equipment.
Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.
Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail):
Integrated GPU for tablet and notebook Bay Trail SoCs. Based on the Ivy Bridge GPU with four Execution Units and support for DirectX 11.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Atom: The Intel Atom series is a 64-Bit (not every model supports 64bit) microprocessor for cheap and small notebooks (so called netbooks), MIDs, or UMPCs. The speciality of the new architecture is the "in order" execution (instead of the usual and faster "out of order" execution). Therefore, the transistor count of the Atom series is much lower and, thus, cheaper to produce. Furthermore, the power consumption is very low. The performance per Megahertz is therfore worse than the old Pentium 3M (1,2 GHz on par with a 1.6 GHz Atom).
Z3770: Soc with an integrated quad core Atom processor clocked at 1.46 - 2.4 GHz, an Intel HD Graphics GPU and a dual channel LPDDR3-1067 memory controller.
Z3740: Soc with an integrated quad core Atom processor clocked at up to 1.86 GHz (Turbo), an Intel HD Graphics GPU and a dual channel LPDDR3-1067 memory controller.
Z3735G: SoC with an integrated quad-core Atom processor clocked up to 1.83 GHz, an Intel HD Graphics GPU and a single channel (32 bit) DDR3L-RS-1333 memory controller.
Z3735F: SoC with an integrated quad-core Atom processor clocked up to 1.83 GHz, an Intel HD Graphics GPU and a single channel DDR3L-RS-1333 memory controller.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
7.00:
This display format is in the mid-range for smartphones. It offers a compromise between good visibility, details and resolution on the screen, and you can still fit it into trouser pockets.
8.00:
Large smartphones and a few small tablets are available for this display size. Unlike most smartphones, you can see more on the screen, more details and use larger resolutions. Such formats are better for people with defective vision. However, such devices are no longer easy to fit in a pocket, and they are probably not quite light either.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
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71.03%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
