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If a new tablet is on your shopping list, or you need the ideal tablets for father’s day, look no further than the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+. Right now, it’s selling for just $729. That’s a savings of 19%. Normally retailing for $900, this device offers a wide screen perfect for working or gaming on the go. Its 12.4-inch AMOLED screen offers eye-popping HD colors with vivid colors and deep blacks. Technology includes an ultra-wide camera for sharp photos with 4K video recording and automatic framing.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+, $729 (down from $900)
In addition, the Galaxy Tab S8+ supports the Samsung S Pen, a highly responsive stylus similar to the Apple Pencil for writing, drawing, sketching and more. It’s all powered by an upgraded Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset with a long battery life that will see you or your lucky recipient through the day, whether you’re gaming, working or streaming your favorite shows.
It’s a great tablet that’s well worth the entry price, so whatever the use case, if it sounds like it fits the bill for you, better grab them while they’re still on sale.
The best tablets of 2023
Looking for a tablet at a different price point, or maybe something from the iOS family? Apple iPads are one of the best alternatives to tablets, especially if you are an Apple user. If you already have an Apple iPhone or MacBook, the iPad is a great choice, as it can sync seamlessly with your existing devices. There are also a wide variety of other Android alternatives, which we’ve rounded up here. Find some of our favorite picks below.
10.9″ Apple iPad 10th Generation
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The latest version of Apple’s classic iPad lineup is the iPad 10th generation. This 10.9-inch tablet features a Liquid Retina display with Apple’s True Tone technology. It has Apple’s A14 Bionic chip, an upgrade from the iPad 9’s A13 chip. iPad 10 is compatible with Wi-Fi 6 and 5G internet for faster performance. It also offers all-day battery life, so you can easily take it to school, work or on your holiday trip without worrying about plugging it in mid-day.
The new iPad 10 comes in four vibrant colors: yellow, pink, blue and silver. You can also choose between 5G cellular and WiFi-only models.
Apple iPad 10th generation (Wi-Fi, 64GB), $419 (down from $449)
Apple iPad Pro (2022)
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The latest iPad Pro comes with several major upgrades. One of the most notable changes is that the 2022 iPad Pros are equipped with the M2 chip, the same fast and powerful chip that’s included in the latest MacBooks. The M2 chip makes it the fastest iPad yet — and an excellent iPad for video editing, streaming or gaming.
Apple has made some improvements to the writing and drawing experience on the new iPad Pros. When used with the Apple Pencil 2, the iPad Pro provides an even simpler experience. The Apple Pencil can now be traced up to 12mm above the iPad Pro display, allowing users to draw with greater precision and preview marks before creating. This makes it more efficient to register handwriting for the iPad and convert it to text with the Scribble app.
11″ Apple iPad Pro 4th Generation (WiFi, 64GB), $769 (reduced from $799)
Want a bigger screen? No problem. Apple also released a 12.9-inch model of the new iPad Pro. Remember you’ll save an extra $50 on Amazon at checkout.
12.9″ Apple iPad Pro 6th Generation (Wi-Fi, 128GB), $999 (reduced from $1,099)
Apple iPad Air 5
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Launched in 2022, the 10.9-inch Apple iPad Air 5 is the latest in the lightweight iPad Air line. Thanks to Apple’s turbo-charged M1 chip, iPad Air 5 delivers 60 percent faster performance than previous models. The device has a 12 MP wide-angle back camera that supports 4K video. It offers Touch ID and Apple’s Liquid Retina Display.
Choose from five colors.
Apple iPad Air 5 (64 GB), $569 (regularly $599)
Apple iPad Mini 6
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The iPad Mini 6 is a compact tablet with an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display screen. Released in 2021, the Apple tablet is powered by an A15 Bionic chip. It has a 12 MP wide-angle back camera and a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle front camera. It also boasts of landscape stereo speakers. Available in four colors.
Note that the Apple iPad Mini is not compatible with Apple’s external Magic Keyboard. But it can be used with other Bluetooth-enabled external keyboards.
At last look, Amazon was out of stock of the Apple iPad Mini, but Walmart still has some iPad Minis available.
Apple iPad Mini (64 GB), $450 and up (down from $499)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 (256 GB)
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The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 A portable 2-in-1 device with PC and tablet functionality. It features Microsoft 365 integration for a better PC experience.
Right now, you can reserve this powerful and versatile tablet on Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 (256 GB), $680 (down from $780)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
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Top-of-the-line Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra A powerful tablet alternative. it comes A huge 14.6-inch screen (120 Hz), an ultra-wide dual front camera that records video in 4K and an upgraded Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset.
An S Pen is included.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, $1,250 (down from $1,400)
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