So, I have been tracking the Bugs/Defect thread over at Windows Phone Central regarding the SP3. Naturally, it's expected there are bound to be a few hiccups along the way given that the product is getting real-world use and not some controlled environment at the lab. The one BIG thing that seems to be cropping up with most users is the overheating issues. Some say that just web browsing will cause the tablet to overheat, which is pretty pathetic. Heat ranges from lukewarm to insanely hot that you can't hold it in your hands anymore. A lot of people are complaining that even simple task (like browsing) is enough to overheat to the point that the SP3 will shut down and turn off.

Another issue that seems to be prevalent is battery life. Most are claiming that when the tablet is in Sleep Mode that the battery drain is as excessive as 50%-75%. Not cool. This is why I NEVER buy any new electronic device on the roll-out date. Why anyone else continues to fork over their hard-earned cash for a product that hasn't worked out any of the bugs is mind boggling. The heat issue is a big concern of mine given how much I plan on working with the tablet. I wonder how they can fix this problem. Would a Firmware fix this? I'm guessing that for something like this is going to require a Factory Refresh. It sucks that I'm having to worry about this kind of sh*t instead of whether or not the programs I use will work. Ack!!