New Delhi, Oct. 13 -- The iPad is often the default recommendation when someone asks me which tablet to buy. Apple has built a strong reputation for its tablets, and there is little doubt that they offer a polished experience. However, after using Samsung devices for years and seeing how Android tablets have evolved, I think the decision is no longer as straightforward as it once was.

For most people, a tablet is not a laptop replacement or a device for professional video editing. It is something they use to watch videos, read, take notes, attend online meetings, browse the web and occasionally get some work done. For these everyday tasks, Android tablets have become capable enough that spending more on an iPad does not automatically mak...