Affordable alternatives to Apple's new iPad Pro, which starts at $799
There are affordable alternatives to the new iPad Pro that cater to every type of tablet user, according to experts.
Though the iPad Air boasts more features than the iPad, 360 Reviews gave it a 4.2-star rating overall because of its above-average price and missing headphone jack that forces you to either use wireless earbuds or connect through the USB-C port (which means you can’t charge while you listen to music). Weighing 16 ounces, the relatively lightweight tablet comes with 64 gigabytes of storage, though the base option only comes with Wi-Fi capabilities. (Adding cellular connectivity costs another $130.)
Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet earned a 4-star overall rating and was deemed the best tablet for kids by the 360 Reviews team. The relatively affordable tablet comes in Blue, Pink and Purple, and each purchase comes with a two-year “worry-free” warranty that covers electrical and mechanical malfunctions. It also comes with a durable case, parental controls like time limits and content filters and one year of Amazon Kids+.
Though the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 has notable features like fingerprint ID and an included Samsung S Pen, it’s also on the pricier side with the most basic model starting at $650, which is why 360 Reviews gave it a 4-star rating. However, if you’re particularly interested in using your tablet to take photos and videos, 360 Reviews noted that the tablet has “excellent camera resolution” and can record video in UHD 4K. Though the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 is an investment, it’s still more affordable than the iPad Pro, and you can trade in an old phone or tablet for up to $500 off your purchase.
According to 360 Reviews, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ is ideal for artists thanks to its large 12.4-inch screen and Octa Core CPU that is designed to effortlessly run any drawing apps. It also comes with the Samsung S Pen, which makes it easier to draw on the tablet touch screen. The 360 Reviews team gave the Tab S7+ a 3.8-star rating, noting cons like its relatively high base price (the most affordable model is $850) and lack of a headphone jack.
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