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Please look at video reviews of this. It has a metal kickstand ring and a large rear speaker. I have 2 of these and you will not find better audio on any tablet ever made.
Podcasts, voice, newscasts, TV/Movie dialog, etc... They all sound loud and clear without needing headphones.
You will have to live with the weight. I think it's the only downside. It is heavy but most of the time you are using the kickstand/ring that you can also use to hang this on door knobs and cabinet knobs. Great to use as a handle when moving it around.
You can use this as a bluetooth speaker as well. I.E. it will pair via bluetooth as a bluetooth speaker.
Performance is great as long as you don't play heavy 3D games. It's fast and responsive for non-3D apps/games.
Only caveat is you only get OS updates to Android 18 and 4 years of security updates. Lenovo reserves it's 5-6 year OS updates for its high end tablets. As with most Lenovo tablets the build quality is superb.
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a media-focused 12.1-inch tablet that stands out for its loud, clear rear speakers and built-in kickstand ring. The 2.5K 120Hz IGZO IPS display is described as very good, and the tablet feels fast for everyday apps, video, and other non-3D use. The main tradeoffs are its heavy, awkward feel, midrange Dimensity 7400, and shorter software support than some rivals. It is a strong fit for watching video or listening hands-free, especially if portability and gaming matter less.
People watching videos and listening to podcasts at home, because the speakers are loud, clear, and strong enough to replace headphones for dialog-heavy media.
Shoppers who care more about display smoothness and sound than top-tier gaming power, because the 120Hz screen and audio focus suit everyday media use.
Yes. It is built around loud, clear rear speakers and a kickstand, making it strong for podcasts, news, TV, movies, and hands-busy use like kitchens or workouts. It can even pair as a Bluetooth speaker, though the sound is not intended to wake neighbors.
It is expected to receive Android updates through Android 18 plus 4 years of security updates. Lenovo reserves longer 5- to 6-year OS support for its higher-end tablets.
No. It uses an LCD panel rather than AMOLED and USB 2.0 rather than a more capable USB-C video-output setup, so the display and connectivity are more midrange than the headline specs suggest.
The main downside is weight: it is heavy and can feel awkward to hold for long periods. The kickstand ring helps when propped up or carried, but it is better suited to tabletop or hands-busy use than one-handed reading.
It is fast and responsive for normal apps and non-3D games, but the Dimensity 7400 can show its limits in heavy 3D gaming. For media consumption and standard use, the performance is described as more than sufficient.
If your goal is consumption, this tablet will be very difficult to beat. Only pratfall will be if you are a gaming type, that 7400 will reveal itself pushing that many pixels.
But for most standard use cases, this is a hell of deal. Even with the shorter software update cycle.
I need 8" android. I have the mini iPad and I love the size in struggling to find android tablet in that size with great performances.I don't want to buy Chinese brand.
Check out the Onn 8" tablet from Walmart, its not a powerhouse but suits the needs of many..
I need 8" android. I have the mini iPad and I love the size in struggling to find android tablet in that size with great performances.
I don't want to buy Chinese brand.
I also switched to an iPad Mini when Samsung stopped making their 8" tablets.
It's cheaper, but how is it better. The 12 inch Pro Amazon tablet uses Dimensity 8400 which is one generation ahead than this, and you can get up to 16gb of RAM
My usage of tablet is watch videos 90% of the time. 16GB or 8GB ram, fastest CPU don't matters to me, I have my gaming PC. Screen/sound quality, smooth video... then price.
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Please look at video reviews of this. It has a metal kickstand ring and a large rear speaker. I have 2 of these and you will not find better audio on any tablet ever made.Podcasts, voice, newscasts, TV/Movie dialog, etc... They all sound loud and clear without needing headphones.You will have to live with the weight. I think it's the only downside. It is heavy but most of the time you are using the kickstand/ring that you can also use to hang this on door knobs and cabinet knobs. Great to use as a handle when moving it around.You can use this as a bluetooth speaker as well. I.E. it will pair via bluetooth as a bluetooth speaker. Performance is great as long as you don't play heavy 3D games. It's fast and responsive for non-3D apps/games.Only caveat is you only get OS updates to Android 18 and 4 years of security updates. Lenovo reserves it's 5-6 year OS updates for its high end tablets. As with most Lenovo tablets the build quality is superb.
Maybe it's just me, but speaker quality is about the last thing I'm concerned about when it comes to tablets. I use a tablet as a personal media device, i.e. something that I can use without disturbing others. If I'm watching a video, I've got headphones on or earbuds in 99% of the time.
It'd be like trying to sell me on the the camera quality. I know tablets have certain features built in, but they aren't things I ever use. My priority is a tablet that runs smoothly, has a decent picture, and ideally has expandable memory.
I need 8" android. I have the mini iPad and I love the size in struggling to find android tablet in that size with great performances.
I don't want to buy Chinese brand.
I need 8" android. I have the mini iPad and I love the size in struggling to find android tablet in that size with great performances.
I don't want to buy Chinese brand.
Only US Android brands I can even think of are Walmart and Amazon with their Onn and Fire tablets respectively. You really think these companies are better than Chinese companies?
Stick with Apple then.
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270, what else you expect? Samsung is great, but all the tab s are over $550. $270 for a tablet with 8gb ram 2.5k 120hz screen is a steal
I just got this tablet and it's a very good IGZO IPS 120hz display at least not a super cheap disappointing TFT 90Hz display like the Samsung Galaxy Tab 11+ had which sells at a comparable price.
Maybe it's just me, but speaker quality is about the last thing I'm concerned about when it comes to tablets. I use a tablet as a personal media device, i.e. something that I can use without disturbing others. If I'm watching a video, I've got headphones on or earbuds in 99% of the time.
It'd be like trying to sell me on the the camera quality. I know tablets have certain features built in, but they aren't things I ever use. My priority is a tablet that runs smoothly, has a decent picture, and ideally has expandable memory.
This almost certainty isn't the tablet for you, and I mean that in a genuinely constructive way. I picked this up a couple weeks ago and I absolutely love it, but I was just telling my wife last night, "I love this thing but I'm not sure I would recommend it to anyone." It's heavy and awkward to hold for any period of time, and the speaker makes it very bulky.
For me, I use it in the kitchen, home gym, and other "hands busy" activities when I don't necessarily want to be wearing headphones, but can't hear my old iPad's teensy garbage speaker over the noise. The speaker on this is astonishingly good and makes it a no brainer under $300... for me. But, I expect very few people are in the same boat as me.
I bought this for the deal price but it says "Order Received, "We will email you when we have an estimated delivery date". Now the price is back up to original price. What does this mean?!?
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My usage of tablet is watch videos 90% of the time. 16GB or 8GB ram, fastest CPU don't matters to me, I have my gaming PC. Screen/sound quality, smooth video... then price.
Well, then you are not the target audience from this tablet. Cheaper tablets will work for you.
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Podcasts, voice, newscasts, TV/Movie dialog, etc... They all sound loud and clear without needing headphones.
You will have to live with the weight. I think it's the only downside. It is heavy but most of the time you are using the kickstand/ring that you can also use to hang this on door knobs and cabinet knobs. Great to use as a handle when moving it around.
You can use this as a bluetooth speaker as well. I.E. it will pair via bluetooth as a bluetooth speaker.
Performance is great as long as you don't play heavy 3D games. It's fast and responsive for non-3D apps/games.
Only caveat is you only get OS updates to Android 18 and 4 years of security updates. Lenovo reserves it's 5-6 year OS updates for its high end tablets. As with most Lenovo tablets the build quality is superb.
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Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a media-focused 12.1-inch tablet that stands out for its loud, clear rear speakers and built-in kickstand ring. The 2.5K 120Hz IGZO IPS display is described as very good, and the tablet feels fast for everyday apps, video, and other non-3D use. The main tradeoffs are its heavy, awkward feel, midrange Dimensity 7400, and shorter software support than some rivals. It is a strong fit for watching video or listening hands-free, especially if portability and gaming matter less.
People watching videos and listening to podcasts at home, because the speakers are loud, clear, and strong enough to replace headphones for dialog-heavy media.
Shoppers who care more about display smoothness and sound than top-tier gaming power, because the 120Hz screen and audio focus suit everyday media use.
Kitchen or gym multitaskers who want hands-free media, because the kickstand and loud speaker work well when your hands are busy.
Casual tablet users who mostly browse, stream, and read, because performance stays fast and responsive outside heavy 3D games.
Gamers who play heavy 3D titles, because the Dimensity 7400 can show its limits when pushing high-resolution graphics.
People who want a lightweight tablet to hold for long periods, because it is heavy and awkward in the hand.
Users who need long software support, because the update promise stops at Android 18 with four years of security updates.
Shoppers expecting premium OLED-like contrast, because it uses an LCD panel rather than AMOLED.
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But for most standard use cases, this is a hell of deal. Even with the shorter software update cycle.
This isn't your phone, after all.
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have a look at this, not made by me..
https://docs.google.com/spreadshe...=26
It'd be like trying to sell me on the the camera quality. I know tablets have certain features built in, but they aren't things I ever use. My priority is a tablet that runs smoothly, has a decent picture, and ideally has expandable memory.
I don't want to buy Chinese brand.
I don't want to buy Chinese brand.
Stick with Apple then.
It'd be like trying to sell me on the the camera quality. I know tablets have certain features built in, but they aren't things I ever use. My priority is a tablet that runs smoothly, has a decent picture, and ideally has expandable memory.
For me, I use it in the kitchen, home gym, and other "hands busy" activities when I don't necessarily want to be wearing headphones, but can't hear my old iPad's teensy garbage speaker over the noise. The speaker on this is astonishingly good and makes it a no brainer under $300... for me. But, I expect very few people are in the same boat as me.
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