India, Oct. 22 -- Going to college is an expensive affair, which can add up quickly depending on your needs and the amenities that you are subscribing to. That doesn't mean that you need to stretch your budget for features in a tablet that you may never use. Whether you need a device for taking lecture notes, attending online classes, reading e-books or working on assignments, there are plenty of tablets that offer useful features without carrying a premium price tag.

The challenge is to know where to spend and where to save. A sharp display makes reading study material more comfortable, while a capable processor helps keep everyday apps running smoothly. Similarly, a long battery life is useful for students moving between lectures, libr...