How new Google Nexus 10 compares with rivals

Google Inc.has announced a larger version of its Nexus tablet computer, one that comes closer to competing withApple's full-sized iPad and other tablets. Here's a look at how the Nexus 10 compares with other tablets with comparable screens.Google Inc.'s Nexus 10 (available Nov. 13):— Price: $399 for 16 gigabytes of storage, $499 for 32 GB—Screen size: 10.1 inches diagonally— Screen resolution: 2560 by 1600 pixels— Weight: 1.33 pounds.— Cameras: 5-megapixel camera on back and a low-resolution camera on front, for videoconferencing— Battery life: 9 hours for video playback, 7 hours for Web browsing.— Operating system:Google's AndroidPros: Access to a variety of games, utilities and other software for Android devices, though not as extensive as apps available for iPad. Cheaper than newest full-sized iPad.Cons: Integrates with Google Play store, which is still new and isn't as robust asAppleor Amazon's stores. Data storage cannot be expanded withmemory cards. No option for cellularwireless broadband.Apple Inc.'s iPad:— Price: Starts at $499 for 16 gigabytes of storage, goes up to $699 for 64 gigabytes, more for versions with cellular data access. (Applestill sells the older, iPad 2 for $399.)—Screen size: 9.7 inches diagonally— Screen resolution: 2048 by 1536 pixels— Weight: 1.44 pounds— Cameras: 5-megapixel camera on back and a low-resolution camera on front, for videoconferencing— Battery life: 10 hours.— Operating system:Apple's iOSPros: Unmatched access to third-party applications, high-qualityApplesoftware and the iTunes store. Unique high-resolution screen. Widest range of cases and accessories available. Available with access to fast 4G wireless broadband networks, starting at $629.Cons: Data storage cannot be expanded withmemory cards.Amazon.com Inc.'s Kindle Fire HD 8.9" (available Nov. 20):— Price: $299 for 16 gigabytes of storage, $369 for 32 GB.—Screen size: 8.9 inches diagonally— Screen resolution: 1920 by 1200 pixels— Weight: 1.25 pounds.— Cameras: Front-facing camera.— Battery life: Undisclosed.— Operating system: Modified version ofGoogle's AndroidPros: Cheap and portable. Convenient access to Amazon store. Large high-definition screen. Dolby audio. Available with access to fast 4G wireless broadband networks, for $499.Cons: Small selection of third-party applications available from Amazon. No rear camera for taking video and photos.Samsung Electronic Co.'s Galaxy Tab 2 10.1:— Price: $399 for 16 gigabytes of storage—Screen size: 10.1 inches diagonally— Screen resolution: 1280 by 800 pixels— Weight: 1.24 pounds— Cameras: low-resolution front camera, 3-megapixel back.— Battery life: 11 hours.— Operating system:Google's AndroidPros: Also with 7-inch screen for $250. Storage is expandable with microSDmemory cards. Can act as a universal remote control for an entertainment center.