Discover tablets and laptops

Laptops are portable computers with a built-in keyboard with a trackpad. They can connect to Wi-Fi to get online and some models can also get online using a SIM. They have a removable battery and usually have more features than a tablet. They’ll commonly use Windows or MacOs as an operating system.

Tablets, like iPad and Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, are lighter and thinner than laptops. They run on mobile operating systems like iOS and Android. And to get online, you need to use Wi-Fi or a Data Only SIM. They have touch screens and don’t have a built-in keyboard. But you can buy compatible Bluetooth keyboards and keyboard cases for most tablets.

Yes. Lots of tablets like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra and iPad Pro use a stylus, like the S Pen and Apple Pencil respectively. That makes them perfect for drawing, marking up documents, and taking notes. You can even get dedicated drawing apps like Procreate and Adobe Illustrator Draw.

With better performance, battery life, and even 5G connectivity, tablets are becoming more and more powerful. So much so that some people will now choose one over a laptop or computer. However, for more demanding processing tasks and for sustained periods of typing, laptops are more practical. 

Yes, most tablets come with a SIM card slot. It is possible to get tablets that can only connect via Wi-Fi, but this will restrict where you can get online with your tablet.  

Yes. If you’re connecting to the internet without using Wi-Fi, you’ll be using a Data SIM to access our mobile network, which will use your data allowance.

If you’re already a Three customer, you can get access to some exclusive customer offers on devices including tablets and laptops. And you can get up to 20% off additional plans you add to your account.