I am sick and tired of Kindle being the go-to e-reader for most people. If you want a spectacular little tablet that can store thousands of e-books, comics, and audiobooks, the Huion Note E is a far superior option.

Not only does it run Android 15 without any limitations on which apps you can download and install from the Play Store, but it also comes with a battery-free stylus!

Down to just $295.20 for Prime Day, I suggest you to purchase this fabulous little 8.4-inch Android tablet with a matte, anti-glare display instead. The screen is very eye-friendly and imitates paper well.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You want a stylus-bearing eye-friendly e-reader without the limitations of E Ink or the restrictions of the Amazon Kindle OS.

❌Skip this deal if: You are not willing to forego an E Ink display. In that case, suggest looking at Bigme B6 Color Ebook Reader instead, which is 5% off with a coupon on Amazon right now.

What I love about the Huion Note E Android tablet is that it has none of the caveats of e-readers and E Ink tablets, but plenty of the upsides. For instance, the tablet has a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate so you don't have to deal with ghosting issues or slow transitions. Yet, the paper-like screen still retains that soft quality that e-readers and E Ink tablets boast.

Huion also customized the layout of the Huion Note E to give it more of a e-note feel. This is a digital notebook to the T, with excellent native apps for note-taking, list-making, and sketching. Native OCR means you can write into any text field instead of typing, which has a joy of its own.

And since it is an Android 15 tablet, you can download and use all your favorite Android apps on it. Install the best reading apps, from the Kindle reading app to the Moon+ Reader and open-source apps like Komikku.

There are no restrictions to the UI, even though the home layout looks like it might have limitations. In fact, I like the unusual e-reader-like UI because it feels non-distracting. You know you can access apps like Google Chrome, Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, TikTok, and Netflix, as well as all your favorite games. But you aren't tempted to keep doomscrolling.

The Huion Note E has Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, and you even get an 8MP camera for scanning documents or taking quick snapshots here and there.

TCL NXTPAPER technology is one of the coolest display upgrades we've seen in years, and that display truly shines when it's on a big device like a tablet. All of TCL's NXTPAPER devices have always been affordable, but Prime Day is taking those prices down to a historic low, with tablets up to 36% off until June 26th.

Out of all the tablets on sale, though, I love two more than the rest. The first is the uber-affordable NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2, which packs an 11-inch NXTPAPER 4.0 display that you'll love reading or watching videos on, and it does it all for just $169. That's the lowest price ever for this tablet, and it even includes the case and stylus!

✅Recommended if: You need a cheap tablet that can get things done, including an eye-friendly screen that won't give you a headache.

❌Skip this deal if: You're looking for a high-end tablet. This one's strictly mid-range and won't run games very well.

The NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 is about as good as a ~$200 tablet can get, including a huge battery, fantastic anti-reflective matte display with NXTPAPER 4.0 technology, and an included case and stylus. That stylus is no joke, either, as it supports 4096 pressure levels and feels great to write with on the textured NXTPAPER display.

And while that tablet works just fine for note-taking and sketching, TCL recently debuted its first note-focused tablet, the Note A1 NXTPAPER. This tablet upgrades the note-taking experience with an even better stylus that offers 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, sub-5ms latency, and built-in haptics to make it feel even more like writing on paper.

The first time I used the stylus on my Note A1 NXTPAPER, I was blown away. I've never used a stylus with built-in haptics, and it felt like a true game-changer!

✅Recommended if: You want one of the best digital note-taking experiences, need a tablet that's great for work and meeting recording, or want a tablet for reading anything from books to manga.

❌Skip this deal if: You're looking to play games on this tablet. It's just not built for that.

TCL's Note A1 NXTPAPER offers an incredible alternative to E Ink writing tablets with a 120Hz display that delivers the full 16.7-million color palette. That means it's just as responsive and ghost-free as standard displays, all with the anti-reflective matte coating that makes NXTPAPER look so great.

Of course, that means sunlight performance isn't nearly as good as E Ink, but that may not bother you, depending on how you plan to use it. TCL preloads the tablet with its own browser and note-taking app, all of which have lots of AI-powered features designed to make your life easier. Plus, this one has eight microphones onboard, meaning it's perfect for recording every meeting you'll ever attend.

We're living in a time where gadget prices seem to be rising everywhere, or at least heading that way. Thankfully, Amazon's Prime Day sale is bucking that trend, bringing Samsung's flagship Galaxy Tab S11 down by a substantial $265.

Originally priced at $800, the Galaxy Tab S11 is now available for just $535. That's the lowest price we've seen on Samsung's flagship tablet so far, and at this price, it starts looking like one of the more compelling tech deals of Prime Day 2026.

• Prime Day is back June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: you're looking for a premium Android tablet, want an AMOLED display, need an S Pen included in the box, or want a capable laptop alternative without spending laptop money.

❌Skip this deal if: you want a larger display, ultra-thin bezels, or prefer the software experience offered by other Android manufacturers.

One of the biggest parts of the Galaxy Tab S11 is its display. While many Android tablets in this price range still use IPS LCD panels, Samsung continues to offer an 11-inch AMOLED 2x screen. That means deeper blacks, richer colors, and a noticeably better experience for watching movies, TV shows, and YouTube videos.

Thankfully, Samsung didn't sacrifice performance either. The Galaxy Tab S11 is powered by MediaTek's flagship Dimensity 9400+ chipset, built on a 3nm process, and comes with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Being a flagship Galaxy device also means you get access to Samsung's latest Galaxy AI features, including conversational photo editing, Circle to Search, and AI-powered Writing Assist.

Why Galaxy Tab S11 makes more sense than buying a laptop right now

What makes this deal especially interesting is the timing. Laptop prices are facing pressure from rising memory and component costs, which means the same budget that once bought a great laptop often only gets you something mid-range today.

The Galaxy Tab S11 offers an alternative. Pair it with the right accessories, and it can easily become a portable laptop-style setup. The included S Pen is also a major bonus, especially for students, note-taking, creative work, or general productivity.

And with Samsung DeX continuing to improve, Android tablets are more capable than they've ever been. The Galaxy Tab S11 can provide a surprisingly computer-like experience while costing significantly less than many premium laptops.

Add in the excellent AMOLED display, and it's a package that's genuinely hard to ignore at $535.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

Get ready, folks: Prime Day 2026 has arrived, and this year Amazon is showcasing some particularly impressive discounts on Kindle e-readers. Whether you want the budget-friendly base model or feature-packed Colorsoft Signature Edition, I've dropped a selection of my favorite Prime Day Kindle deals into this guide.

These versatile devices give you the ability to carry thousands of books with you wherever you go, plus you'll enjoy great battery life, adjustable displays, and even AI-boosted software features with certain models. Some of the Prime Day deals listed below also come with accessories like stands, chargers, and protective sleeves, so take a look and get ready to crush those 2026 reading goals.

Just keep in mind that most of the best e-reader deals will only be available to Prime members. Haven't signed up yet? Check out Amazon's 30-day free trial to enjoy all of the Prime Day festivities without paying a cent.

• Amazon Prime Day June 23-26: see the full list of deals

Standalone Kindle deals

Kindle bundle deals

When is Prime Day?

This year's Amazon Prime Day is set to run from June 23rd through June 26th. The four-day sale event kicked off on Tuesday at 12:01am PDT and will end on Friday at 11:59pm PDT.

Do I need to be a Prime member to shop during Prime Day?

The vast majority of Prime Day deals are only be available to Amazon Prime members. If you haven't joined yet, it's worth mentioning that customers who sign up for Amazon's 30-day free trial will get access to all of the exclusive deals without paying a dime, plus you'll get other membership benefits, such as free shipping, unlimited streaming, fuel discounts, and more.

Which Kindle e-reader is best?

We consider the Kindle Paperwhite (12th Gen) to be the overall best Kindle e-reader for most people, thanks to its sophisticated blend of specs, value, and useful features. The device boasts up to three months of battery life on a single charge, plus you get a highly-adjustable 300ppi E Ink display, 16GB of storage, and IPX8 water resistance.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

What you need to know

• RedMagic begins teasing its next gaming tablet, the Gaming Tablet 5 Pro, on Weibo, showing the model off in full with a glowing camera bar and in white and black colorways.
• Images seem to confirm the existence of Qualcomm's latest flagship Snapdragon, as well as RedMagic's teaser of "water cooling."
• The last compact tablet was the RedMagic Astra, which delivered strong gaming potential for mobile titles, a huge battery, and up to 1TB of space.

If you forgot about RedMagic's upcoming gaming tablet, we wouldn't blame you. There's been some hefty silence about it, but the company's stepped forward with an official early look at the device.

"Small yet powerful" is how RedMagic describes its upcoming gaming tablet, the Gaming Tablet 5 Pro, in a Weibo post (via GSMArena). The company states it's eyeing eSports with this new tablet. Its design speaks volumes to this interest, featuring glowing LEDs across its camera bar. RedMagic's photos seem to confirm the inclusion of Qualcomm's Snapdragon chip, which might sound enticing to consumers looking for strong gaming performance.

Since the company is settling on the compact side this time, the Gaming Tablet 5 Pro features one rear camera. Nestled beside that is its LED flash. The remainder of the tablet's back panel remains clean, save for RedMagic's beastly logo. RedMagic is preparing the device in white and black colorways.

Phones and tablets have gotten better with gaming over the years, but there's still one problem: cooling. To solve this, RedMagic states the Gaming Tablet 5 Pro features "water cooling." It's also offering a "RedMagic Cooler" for Chinese users replying in the thread's comments. Official display sizes are still kept under wraps, much like other specifications, to truly get us excited. However, RedMagic confirms that its tablet will launch on June 30.

Gaming power in your hands

We last discussed RedMagic's next "small tablet" in March when RedMagic started talking about it. The company teased this device during MWC 2026, but that was pretty much the only tease we got. The early render, which showed a smoky background and a carbon fiber hand holding the tablet, was vague. We could glean that the tablet would likely be another compact model, based on nothing but the render.

There was speculation that Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 could power the tablet, and that seems to be the case after these images. The last compact model we got from RedMagic was the Astra, an OLED gaming tablet with a 9-inch display. There's a 1TB version of this tablet. A likely boon to gamers looking to go hard on their games all day long, with up to 24GB of RAM. The Astra also features a massive battery and strong gaming capabilities that propel gamers.

We're expecting more of the same with the Gaming Tablet 5 Pro.

Android Central's Take

I'm a gamer. Always have been and always will be. RedMagic gives those handheld vibes I've lost ever since the PSP was sunset... then the PS Vita. Don't even get me started about the Nintendo 3DS. Sure, there's the Switch 2, but I'm getting off topic. RedMagic's devices sit differently. They're the phones, the tablets. Bringing mobile gaming to the forefront, not just console-like games that are handheld. I'm particularly happy to see the company's mentioning cooling for this new edition. Just how cool remains unclear, but we won't have to wait long.

Slowly but surely, Huion has been expanding its focus outside of professional-grade drawing tablets and graphics tablets. I tested the Kamvas Slate 11 for amateurs and hobbyists and was quite pleased with its performance. A newer, more compact tablet has now joined the brand's Android tablet portfolio.

The Huion Note E is an Android 15 tablet that came out on May 20, 2026. Fresh out of the oven, this 8.4-inch tablet comes with a paper-like IPS LCD that has an anti-glare coating on top, designed to imitate paper or E Ink.

Priced at $369 on Amazon, this-stylus bearing tablet isn't the cheapest budget tablet. But it's shockingly adept and carves out a niche for itself, overlapping with both cheap Android tablets and E Ink tablets in a way.

It's not an E Ink tablet, but feels non-distracting like one

While you get full access to Android 15 and the Play Store, users need to manually register their Huion Note E on the Google Device Registration website to enable Play Protect. Do this as soon as you set up the tablet, and you'll have zero issues with apps. I installed all the usual Google apps — Chrome, Drive, Docs, YouTube, Photos, etc. — as well as others like Goodreads, Pinterest, Stremio, Moon+ Reader, and CamScanner.

Not once did an app crash on me, nor did multitasking give me trouble, though I admit I did not try gaming. The 6nm Mediatek Helio G99 processor paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage delivers reliable everyday performance for daily usage. Based on the chipset's popularity with budget phones, I'd say light gaming should be smooth sailing as long as you're not expecting anything extravagant.

Apart from swiping or using buttons to navigate or access quick settings, the layout of the Note E isn't typical for an Android tablet. There's a bar on the left with shortcuts for Home, Notes, To-Dos, Favorites, Apps, Files, Feedback, and Settings. You can add apps of your choosing to Favorites. It reminded me very much of an Onyx Boox tablet.

Notes is basically the native Huion Notes app seen on other Huion tablets, like the Kamvas Slate 11. It has cloud sync and backup, as well as useful features like OCR, image uploading, and drawing.

You also get Huion's HiPaint drawing app preloaded, which I found very easy to draw on. The matte 60Hz screen produces 16.7 million colors and 300 nits of brightness, so the color production is accurate but doesn't feel washed out. This makes annotating, highlighting, and sketching a blast. Comics also look spectacular.

As an avid reader who prefers E Ink displays, I was not expecting to use the Huion Note E as much as I actually ended up using it. Huion is focusing more on the note-taking aspect rather than drawing or reading, with a bigger emphasis on the former. You can write directly into any text field, and the native OCR does a fine job, even with my wonky cursive.

Thanks to the battery-free EMR stylus powered by PenTech 3.0, the writing experience is charming. The paper-like display mimics the scratchy, calming sensation of etching on paper with the stylus. The stylus can detect 8,192 levels of pressure, and it attaches to the side of the tablet magnetically. Huion also provides a free case with stylus storage.

Huion could improve some aspects of the Note E tablet

There is no physical volume button, and the stereo speakers are easily put to shame by any budget Android phone in terms of both loudness and clarity. However, a pair of Bluetooth earbuds or a speaker can fix that.

The Huion Note E also has an 8MP camera, which is sufficient for scanning documents, but I don't recommend it for much else unless you're in a pinch. Here's a sample photo taken in the daytime with plenty of natural and artificial light:

Notice how dull and grainy the image is. Still, the textures of the dress are captured, so it's not too shabby.

The 4,500mAh battery delivers about 6.5 hours of screen time. I found that with a few hours of use every day, the tablet easily lasted for two to three days. The 18W "fast" charging is, however, comparable to a snail's pace, and it takes two hours to fully recharge the Note E.

How does it compare to an E Ink tablet?

As I mentioned, I ended up using the tablet every day. Funny enough, I didn't read for very long on it. Compared to an excellent E Ink tablet that runs Android like the Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C, I can spend hours reading on the Boox, but the Huion gave me a headache after an hour. The eye comfort of an E Ink display cannot be beaten by a typical LCD.

What I did find superior, however, was the snappy refresh rate compared to an E Ink tab. Despite having the layout of an e-paper tablet, it responds instantly and has no ghosting. Multitasking is fluid, video playback is dynamic, and even writing is snappier. This is a drawback of E Ink devices as a whole. Drawing or writing in color is so much more appealing on an IPS display as opposed to a color E Ink screen. Naturally, the Note E shines in comparison.

I have picked up crafting and beaded jewelry making hobbies lately, and the Huion Note E has been a boon. I can swipe through designs and ideas on Pinterest, download them, and then add the file to HiPaint and create my own templates or tutorials.

Sometimes when I'm lazy, I just sketch the design quickly in the Notes app. I have a smooth workflow now, and because I'm honing my craft daily, I'm using the Note E every day too.

Is the Note E tablet worth your interest?

I can see students benefiting greatly from a tablet like the Huion Note E. The tablet is perfect for note-taking, studying, drawing, and sketching. You can download any app, like a university or school's learning management app, like Moodle. From its stylus support to its UI layout, it is a true blue digital notebook that makes studying easier at all levels.

And unlike E Ink tablets, video playback is possible. Apps like Canva and Camscanner are also much easier to use on a snappy tablet like the Note E as opposed to the Onyx Boox.

Of course, there are cheaper alternatives out there, like the Xiaomi Pad 7 or the Amazon Fire Max 11. There are also bigger, more powerful tablets with better productivity features, like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra.

But Huion offers something unique that's definitely worth your interest: a non-distracting tablet that's almost like an E Ink tablet, offers better eye comfort, has fantastic stylus support, but doesn't have the limitations of an E Ink tablet. It is easily one of the best tablets for students.

What you need to know

• Rumors about Samsung's next big tablet, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, claim it might take things slow with major upgrades.
• The tablet might settle for the same cell inside the Tab S11 Ultra, which debuted at 11,600mAh with 45W charging support.
• Android Central ranked the Tab S11 Ultra quite high, but some areas, such as its RAM totals and keyboard that could be better.

If you were wondering, we are expecting Samsung to drop another wave of Galaxy tablets this year, but rumors about its next Ultra's battery are incredibly tame.

Early this week, a report by Galaxy Club (Dutch) claimed that Samsung is working on a Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra that might play it safe (via GSMArena). To start, the publication casts doubt on any battery upgrades later this year. According to its research, the post alleges that the Tab S12 Ultra features a battery cell similar to what consumers received with the Tab S11 Ultra.

With that in mind, it's reportedly "unlikely" that the Tab S12 will receive any increases to its battery capacity. If true, that means the tablet would continue to feature an 11,600mAh battery. What's more, Samsung could pair this once again with 45W wired charging support.

Additional rumors suggest the Tab S12 Ultra will come equipped with a 14.6-inch display, identical to its predecessor. What's more, rumors suggest Samsung will provide its One UI 9 software (Android 17) when it debuts later this year. Expectations place the tablet's launch in the second half of 2026, likely around late August/September like Samsung's 2025 versions.

Taking it beyond Ultra

Tablets have come a long way, but in our review of Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, it's hard to see another product beating it. Android Central's Andrew Myrick praised the Ultra for its near-15-inch display, premium design, S Pen, and expandable storage. What's more, the device is pretty thin, though it does drop one of its selfie cameras. The big question was: how could Samsung do better?

Andrew's major gripe was with Samsung's unwillingness to give more RAM to its other variants. Another area of improvement is more accessory-focused, as Andrew brings up its keyboard attachment. The keyboard is pretty flimsy and can often result in typos or mistaken inputs. We'll have to wait and see if Samsung is looking at these areas for meaningful improvements. However, right now, what we're also thinking about is price.

Samsung had more than a handful of price increases in the U.S. earlier this year, and it's got us worried. The 1TB Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra saw the biggest price jump, rising $280 to $1,899. If this is where the Tab S11 Ultra is sitting at right now, is this the new starting point for the Tab S12 Ultra?

Android Central's Take

I'll have to agree with Andrew. I enjoyed what Samsung brought for its Tab S11 Ultra. Even the Plus wasn't too bad. The devices were clean, crisp, and wonderfully One UI. Thinking on a performance level, more RAM would be nice. However, as Andrew mentions, there's always that difference between RAM/storage options. The higher storage devices always bring the higher (more attractive) RAM numbers. It's also worth mentioning the state the world's in with RAM and AI. It might be worth not getting our hopes up.

Whether you're preparing for a long flight or a road trip, tablets have become must-have additions to any summer travel packing list. The best tablets for travelers should have great battery life, good-looking displays, and enough power to access your favorite streaming services or games without skipping a beat.

But with so many options to choose from, how can you select the Android tablet that's best for you and your needs? It's going to depend on a few factors, from budget and size to use case, so before you hit the road, let's take a look at the best Android tablets for travel in 2026.

What is the best tablet for travel?

As with most device purchases, the right tablet for you really depends on how you plan to use it. Need a versatile device with incredible battery life? The OnePlus Pad 3 is probably the best all-rounder, with impressive performance, a stunning display, and a reasonable price tag to match.

Need a laptop replacement? Devices like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra can handle heavy media consumption and large file management with ease. There are also plenty of great options if you just need an e-reader or something kid-friendly. Needless to say, we've tested all of the tablets listed above and can vouch for their quality, regardless of your needs or budget.

What features should I look for in a tablet for travel? 

The tablet you choose for your journey should have a nice display, a lightweight-yet-durable build, and enough battery life to handle those long travel days. The dimensions are important as well, so take a moment to think about the size of your luggage before you commit to a specific model. If you want to use accessories like a detachable keyboard or stylus, it's also important to confirm that the tablet is compatible.

Last but not least, I'd recommend confirming that the device you choose has enough storage to hold all of the stuff (movies, games, etcetera) that you need for those long trips when you won't have access to a cellular connection or Wi-Fi network. Some tablets might even come with a microSD slot so you can expand your storage capacity if necessary.

Most nights of the week, I find myself snuggled up to my family in bed, catching up on the latest manga or reading a book using one of the many Bigme e-readers I've got. Why do I have so many, you wonder? Since each of these devices is a radically different size, I use them for several different reasons, and since they're all powered by Android and include the Google Play Store, they can run all of the apps I love, sync my progress in books, and do basically everything I want them to.

Better yet, all three of these devices are currently at their lowest price ever ahead of Prime Day 2026, a four-day sales event that runs June 23-26 this year. Don't believe me? Just click that "price history" button on the Amazon listing to see for yourself! To make things even better, Bigme sent us over a special code that'll get you an extra 5% off each of these three devices.

For the Bigme B10 Color (that's the largest one pictured above), that means an extra $32.95 off the already low price. The B7 Color is an extra $13.72 off, while the Hibreak Pro Color smartphone is an extra $22.23 off when you use the code B99ZD7WO at checkout. This special code lasts until June 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM PDT, so you've got a bit of time to decide (or save up) to grab one of these phenomenal e-readers.

The Bigme B7 Color is likely the best pick for most people and just so happens to be the least expensive model on this list. This one is a more standard e-reader size at 7 inches, like a Kindle Colorsoft, but I like Bigme's design better for three reasons.

First, Bigme puts the hand-holding portion on the side rather than the bottom. I find this to be a lot more comfortable when reading, especially if I'm resting it on a pillow or something. Second, it has customizable physical buttons on the front that can be used for turning pages, adjusting the brightness, and more. And third, the metal frame feels cool to the touch, something I always enjoyed about the more expensive Kindle Oasis models.

This one also ships with a stylus that can be used to take notes, and writing on the textured E Ink display feels more like writing on paper than a traditional LCD or OLED tablet. Battery life is more like a tablet than a barebones Kindle-like e-reader since it can run full apps, though, so you'll be charging this once or twice a week with regular use instead of once every few weeks like with a Kindle.

Bigme's B10 Color is a big boy tablet in more ways than one, and while I primarily use mine to read manga, I've used it to take notes and do some web browsing when I don't want to be bothered to find my phone or laptop.

The B10 Color's E Ink screen looks brilliant in any light and, unlike a traditional LCD/OLED tablet or computer, can be used in the sunlight without draining the battery heavily. That's because E Ink absorbs and reflects external light, making it look and feel more like using paper, while traditional displays can only shine light from behind the display (or directly from the pixels).

I got my first color E Ink tablet last year, and this one is an upgrade from that experience in every way, particularly the battery life. The customizable capacitive keys on the front are also a great addition, and I'm always surprised how often I find myself using them, considering smartphones haven't had keys like this for a long time.

Whether you're looking for a phone that will help reduce headaches or you're just trying to stave off that social media addiction, the Bigme Hibreak Pro Color is a fantastic choice as a total phone replacement. I swapped out my phone for one back in February and was pleasantly surprised at not only how well all my favorite apps worked, but how it helped me curb some bad social media habits.

If you've ever used an E Ink device like a Kindle, you might be surprised at how capable these devices are. The latest updates have delivered 42Hz and 52Hz refresh rate modes, which make fast motion in things like videos and games substantially better than in the past.

Keep in mind, this isn't a phone you're going to play Fortnite on, and its specs are in line with that. But, if you're looking for something that feels great to read on night and day with zero eye strain, this might just be the perfect phone replacement, especially since it's powered by Android.

What you need to know

• Boox announced the Go 6 (Gen 2), a paper-like eReader with a 6-inch 300 PPI display and an InkSensor Plus Stylus.
• This device offers a glare-free screen for readers enjoying daytime reading and adjustable front lights to keep readers going day or night.
• The Boox Go 6 (Gen 2) is available for pre-order for $199.

Reading is good for you, and Boox is making the act easy for those looking to get through chapter after chapter or travel.

Earlier this morning (June 8), Boox shared a press release highlighting the launch of the Go 6 (Gen2) ePaper reader. Right off the bat, it's easy to see how small and light this device is. Boox states the Go 6 (Gen 2) features a 6-inch display that's pocketable and easy to transport. With soft curves and a unique "back shell with tactile grooves," the Go 6 weighs in at 160g.

What's eye-catching about Boox eReaders, aside from their design, is the screen. Its latest reader still provides an easy-on-the-eyes monochrome paper display at 300 PPI. Boox states this display boasts high definition, ensuring your reading or Play Store browsing remains "crisp and soothing." This display is also glare-free, which is a good thing for readers looking to relax during the day in the sun.

What's more, Boox states it equipped the Go 6 (Gen 2) with adjustable front lights. This ensures readers can tune their reading experience for the day and night. NeoReader is included with this device, giving users the option of customizing "fonts and fine-tune margins."

When it comes to reading, the Go 6 (Gen 2) acts like a notebook (or your physical copy). Users can mark up a book, underline sentences that speak to them, or create notes directly on the story's pages. Moreover, the eReader comes with its own Notes app for reminders, to-do lists, and more. Drawing is another capability the Go 6 (Gen 2) offers, but none of this is possible without the InkSense Plus Stylus.

Boox integrated a side button onto this stylus, as well as Type-C charging, replaceable pen tips, and G-sensor auto-wake.

Get lost in a story

With Android OS, the Boox Go 6 (Gen 2) gives users access to the Google Play Store. Despite is being primarily an eReader, users can still download their favorite apps. The device's octa-core CPU is credited for its smooth navigation and app opening. What's more, users have been given 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage for apps and books. Additionally, there's a microSD slot to expand the device's storage.

Inside, the device is equipped with a 1,500mAh battery. Boox states it can last for several days on a single maximum charge.

The Boox Go 6 (Gen 2) is available for pre-order today (June 8) in the U.S. and the EU for $199 (€199.99). Consumers will find it in purple, white, and grey (Plum, Shell, and Stone).

Android Central's Take

Color mess impressed with the latest Boox eReader. For people who enjoy smaller screens, I think this might fit the bill. It's a paper eReader that's easy on the eyes, and can carry all of your digitl books wherever you go. It sounds like just the thing for travelers or people who want to read outside in the summer or during the night. I like this as a device that's useful for night reading, specifically. It makes it so you're not disturbing anyone sleeping around you. It's personal, and you can keep reading your stories.

What you need to know

• Users on Reddit report a strange error message from Chrome on their Android tablets, which renders the browser useless, as it won't open.
• Reports highlight a "You can have up to 5 windows" message that constantly appears without reason.
• Google has acknowledged this issue (on its IssueTracker, too) and is actively seeking more information from affected users.

Google Chrome is having a rather strange issue this week, and it seems to be affecting several Android-based tablets.

Many users have taken to the Chrome subreddit to highlight an error that the browser is delivering (via PiunikaWeb). The original poster, Exploded Space Toast, says Chrome will no longer open on their Android tablet. Instead, the browser continuously displays a "You can have up to 5 windows" error message. This issue had reportedly surfaced on a Galaxy Tab A11 Plus.

The user ran through the usual at-home fixes: clearing cache and data. They tried a system restart to no avail and made sure they were running the latest Android software patch. Several responses in this thread report similar issues. Comments have highlighted problems on Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 Plus, S9 FE, Lenovo Tab M11, and the Xiaomi Pad 6.

The publication notes that reports of Chrome's problems on Android tablets emerged on Google's IssueTracker, too.

The reports on Reddit were acknowledged by a Google Chrome team member, asking for more information. Users have cooperated, offering their device model, Android OS, and more. PiunikaWeb notes that while these issues are (sort of) spread out amongst tablets, the bulk of the reports concern Samsung Galaxy tablets.

There is no fix at this time, rendering Chrome useless on many tablets with this window error message. However, with Google scouring reports for information, it's aware and actively seeking to fix it.

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The people at PiunikaWeb discovered a temporary fix that might offer affected users some relief. The post states that "going into the Google Play Store and uninstalling Chrome updates to restore the factory version" might help the browser work as intended. It's worth noting that everything you had saved in the browser will be gone, as doing so wipes it.

It's been slow going for Android tablets recently, but I/O 2026 held some exciting news. Google revealed during its keynote that it's working on optimizing Instagram for Android tablets and large-screen foldables. The company acknowledges that this has been highly requested.

Android Central's Take

This is a strange issue coming from Chrome for tablets. It seems to have come out of nowhere for everyone experiencing the bug. I looked through the thread a little more, and some wonder if a recent patch is the culprit, but nothing's confirmed. The only thing we can hope for is that a solution comes through quickly. Right now, users are probably forced to find alternative browsers until then.

This year's Memorial Day Weekend tablet deals are live, and this one's a great pick for those who need a tablet with a stylus. Right now, Amazon is offering $200 off the price of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus, representing a 20% discount and bringing it down to just $800.

The Galaxy Tab S10 Plus is our pick for the overall best Samsung tablet on the market, especially for those who are in search of a stylus-tablet bundle. It features a good-looking, high-quality touchscreen display, a solid battery life, added AI features, and the option for cellular connectivity, in case that's something you're looking for.

To be sure, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 lineup is now available, but we still love the S10 Plus, especially because it strikes a nice middle ground at the premium level, and Samsung opted for just an S11 and S11 Ultra for the newer-gen versions.

This particular deal is for the 256GB version of the S10 Plus, though you can also upgrade to the 512GB configuration for an extra few hundred dollars. Unfortunately, that configuration is not on sale, so the better deal is probably going to be with the 256GB.

✅Recommended if: you want a powerful tablet with a high-resolution display and an included first-party stylus for note-taking and drawing; you're looking for a tablet that features a high-res, quick refresh rate screen, and you want the utmost compatibility with other Samsung and Android devices; you'd prefer a tablet with true flagship-level performance speeds that will make it easy to utilize high-powered tasks.

❌Skip this deal if: you want a newer-generation tablet from Samsung rather than going with something from the S10 lineup; you'd rather forego the stylus and high-powered processing for something with a price tag under $800; you prefer a larger display to a smaller one and you'd consider upgrading to Samsung's Ultra options.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus is a solid tablet despite being last-gen, especially due to its inclusion of the Samsung S Pen, its 12.4-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and its powerful performance backed by a MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus CPU and 12GB of RAM.

At just $800 instead of $1,000, this tablet is still a great pick, even with the release of Samsung's newer lineup of models.

The OnePlus Pad series is still where I think the company has some of its old "Flagship killer" instincts left. Last year's OnePlus Pad 3 brought together a premium design, solid software, powerful hardware, and very few compromises, so I was genuinely excited when OnePlus told me it was working on a successor.

On paper, though, the OnePlus Pad 4 feels like a fairly incremental upgrade. It brings the latest Qualcomm flagship chipset, an even bigger battery than last year, and keeps a very similar overall design. There are also a few odd downgrades this time around, mostly because of rising memory and component costs, which now seem to be affecting tablets as well.

But Android tablets in general still feel like they're stuck in a weird spot right now, and that's exactly where the OnePlus Pad 4 lands, too. It's undeniably powerful, but whether it truly has what it takes to compete against the very best tablets on the market, I'm still not fully convinced. I've been using the OnePlus Pad 4 for the past three weeks, and here's what I've learned.

The display is still fantastic, but OLED would've made it unbeatable

One of the only complaints we had about last year's OnePlus Pad 3 was that OnePlus still used an IPS LCD panel on what was supposed to be its flagship tablet. Unfortunately, that's still the case with the OnePlus Pad 4 as well.

The OnePlus Pad 4 comes with a very similar 13.2-inch IPS LCD display to last year's model. It's still a really good panel overall, with Dolby Vision support and up to a 144Hz refresh rate. OnePlus has also bumped the brightness from 900 nits to 1,000 nits in high brightness mode, which definitely helps a bit more outdoors.

But as we've been saying for the past couple of years, an LCD panel still just can't reproduce colors and contrast the same way an OLED display can. You probably won't notice much of an issue while using it, but the moment you place it next to an OLED panel, the difference becomes pretty obvious.

That said, I still had a pretty fun time binge-watching the first season of "Your Friends & Neighbors" on Apple TV, especially thanks to that eight-speaker setup that makes the whole experience pretty joyful.

The thin design is great, but this tablet really needs a case

The OnePlus Pad 4 is impressively thin at just 5.9mm. It's not the thinnest tablet around — the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is thinner at 5.1mm, and even the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro comes in slightly slimmer at 5.8mm. However, the overall design of the OnePlus Pad 4 still feels very premium. You get a unibody metal build along with a relatively small camera module on the top-right corner that still protrudes slightly.

On the front, the bezels are fairly slim, and I still appreciate that OnePlus uses separate volume buttons instead of a unified rocker. But one thing I immediately realized after taking the tablet out of the box is that combining such a slim design with a massive battery also makes it quite heavy.

And because of that, using the OnePlus Pad 4 without a case quickly becomes uncomfortable, especially during longer sessions. Honestly, if you're planning to buy a tablet this large and heavy, a case should probably be the first accessory you pick up. Even when using it on a desk, you'll want something that can prop it up properly instead of constantly holding it in your hands.

Open Canvas remains one of the best things about OnePlus tablets

That said, this massive 13.2-inch display also ends up being the perfect fit for OnePlus Open Canvas. For those who don't remember, Open Canvas is OnePlus' multitasking system that lets you run up to three apps side by side, and honestly, it turned out to be one of my favorite parts of using this tablet.

Most of the time, I had Slack, Google Docs, and Chrome open together for writing, research, and communication, and the large screen handled that setup really well. I didn't need to switch between different tabs again and again, and even though the OnePlus Pad 4 supports floating windows and more traditional split-screen multitasking, Open Canvas just feels much more natural on a display this size.

And I think multitasking on this tablet could get even better once Android 17's App Bubbles feature eventually arrives here.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 barely breaks a sweat here

The OnePlus Pad 4 is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and the tablet barely falters no matter what you throw at it. In some ways, the chip almost feels like overkill for an Android tablet, but if you're planning to use this as your primary gaming or productivity device, the extra power definitely helps.

I played a bunch of games on the tablet during my time with it, and everything ran extremely smoothly without any noticeable frame drops or heating issues. OxygenOS also feels pretty well optimized for this large screen.

One slightly odd downgrade this year, though, is the RAM configuration. The base OnePlus Pad 4 now starts with 8GB of RAM, whereas last year's model offered 12GB by default.

It didn't really affect my day-to-day usage much during testing, but I can see it potentially becoming a limitation in the long run, especially for those who might pick this for things like editing (with the Adobe Premiere app coming to Android later this year).

The battery life is exactly what I want from a large Android tablet

The OnePlus Pad 4 ships with a massive 13,380mAh battery and support for 80W SuperVOOC charging. Thankfully, the real-world battery life is just as impressive as the specs suggest.

What I absolutely loved is the tablet's standby time. I went on a four-day trip to Thailand without the tablet, and it had 68% when I left. Even after returning, the battery only dropped to just 62%, which is incredibly good, especially considering the tablet stayed connected to Wi-Fi with notifications enabled the whole time.

That's what matters the most for a tablet. Unlike a phone, you don't necessarily use a tablet every single day. Good standby life means that whenever you pick it up, there's usually enough battery left to use it immediately, without first plugging it in and waiting for it to charge.

Verdict

So what's not so good about this tablet? Well, barely anything. But when I say Android tablets are still in a weird space right now, it's mostly because the app ecosystem hasn't fully caught up.

Android itself is now pretty capable when it comes to multitasking and productivity, but app developers still don't seem to treat Android tablets with the same seriousness as iPads. On the iPad side, you have access to Apple's entire suite of professional apps, along with much better optimized creative apps for video editing, writing, drawing, and photo editing. There are also several AAA games available on the iPad now that still don't have proper Android counterparts in sight.

And, yes, that isn't really OnePlus' fault. The hardware here is genuinely excellent, and the company has done a really good job with the software experience too. The OnePlus Pad 4 pretty much has everything it needs to succeed as an Android tablet, but the broader Android tablet ecosystem still holds it back slightly.

Of course, there are also some concerns around OnePlus right now, especially with the company scaling back operations in a few regions. That said, at least in markets like India where OnePlus tablets still seem to be doing well, the Pad 4 makes a lot of sense.

For the price, this is still a fantastic gaming tablet and, honestly, one of the better multimedia Android tablets you can buy right now.

I like my iPad Pro M4 quite a lot; the thin design along with the tandem OLED makes it the go-to choice if I want to read magazines or play games on the couch. There's a distinct shortage of OLED-toting Android tablets, and that's why I was interested in Huawei's MatePad Pro that rolled out last year. Thanks to an innovative nano-coating tech with a matte texture and an OLED panel, the MatePad Pro Max stood out for all the right reasons, and I thoroughly enjoyed using it.

Huawei is now showcasing its 2026 efforts with the introduction of the MatePad Pro Max. As the name indicates, this is Huawei's biggest tablet yet, and it has considerable upgrades: coming in at just 4.7mm and at 499g, it is the thinnest and lightest 13-inch tablet around. I didn't think we'd see a thinner tablet than the 4.9mm iPad Pro, but Huawei managed to do it, and that's an achievement in and of itself.

The sleek design is immediately evident when holding the MatePad Pro Max; while the camera island juts out a little bit, the rest of the tablet is unbelievably thin, and it didn't really feel like I was using a 13-inch tablet with a 10,400mAh battery. On that note, Huawei is using a silicon battery this time around, and it's good enough to stream over 14 hours of video on a single charge — more than adequate to binge an entire season of a TV show.

The variant I'm using comes in at 509g, and the blue color option has a matte texture that feels good to hold while visually standing out against the gold-accented models in the previous generation. The tablet itself has a metal unibody design, and Huawei says it optimized the internal architecture and went with a centralized mainboard, delivering better thermal management.

There's always the question of durability when talking about ultra-thin tablets, and Huawei says it added an internal "load-bearing beam structure" to high-stress area and reinforced the camera, mainboard, and battery with steel to ensure these parts don't get deformed with localized stress. I've been using the tablet for just a day now, so I can't really talk about how it holds up with the rigors of everyday use, but I'll share those findings in a dedicated post.

What I like the most about the MatePad Pro Max is unquestionably the PaperMatte panel. Huawei once again managed to deliver a panel with a matte texture and an anti-glare design, and it gives the MatePad Pro Max a distinct edge. Another positive is that the panel itself is brighter and comes with better color vibrancy, and there's no graininess when watching videos on it, which is a big improvement from the MatePad Pro.

It's also great to see that the tablet has even thinner bezels. Talking about bezels, Huawei shrunk the camera module at the front, and it slots into the 3.5mm bezel without the need for a cutout, and that's pretty great in its own right.

The 13.2-inch 3K OLED panel is among the best you'll get on any tablet, and it gets bright enough that using it outdoors hasn't proven to be an issue. Color rendition is much better this year, and even with the matte coating, I didn't see any issues with visual clarity.

Because of the unique coating, the MatePad Pro Max doubles as an excellent choice if you want to paint or sketch digitally. Huawei sells a bundle with the stylus (which easily integrates into the keyboard accessory), and it's just great to draw on the matte panel — it's much better than the iPad Pro in this area. The Glide keyboard accessory is pretty good too, and it isn't as heavy as the Magic Keyboard — but you don't quite get the floating hinge design either.

Huawei didn't talk about the internals other than stating that the MatePad Pro Max is 20% faster than its predecessor, and that it uses a new thermal management system that's similar to high-end gaming notebooks. I didn't get to test the hardware as the tablet was running beta software, but I don't see any problems in this area — my MatePad Pro continues to do well in most daily tasks.

The MatePad Pro Max is launching globally in the coming weeks, and it is a good alternative if you need an OLED tablet with unique extras. The panel is the clear star of the show, and the bigger battery along with the ultra-thin design allows it to stand out against the iPad Pro and Android rivals. Of course, you still don't get Google services out of the box, but that isn't as big an issue as it used to be, and you can easily install the Play Store.

Samsung makes a big show of its displays every chance it gets. At MWC 2026, we got to experience the latest display demos from the Korean tech giant. This included Samsung's Privacy Display tech from the S26 Ultra, LEAD 2.0 with barely discernible bezels, as well as slidable screens.

Unexpectedly, Samsung has not made a splash about its color E Ink screens, but the tech exists, and so do purchasable products featuring this display tech. The Color E-Paper EMDX series from Samsung was launched in the Korean market in June 2025. Samsung quietly released 32-inch and 13-inch versions of its e-paper signage in the U.S. in March 2026.

While these are not consumer products, businesses can purchase the EMDX series. This prompts us to ask a very important question: Will we see consumer products from Samsung with color E Ink displays in the near future?

The color E Ink market is incredibly diverse

Color E Ink has been around for years, but the first round of widely available consumer products with these displays didn't hit the market until just a few years ago. The PocketBook Color was the first e-paper tablet to debut with the colored E Ink Kaleido display in July 2020, followed by several Onyx Boox devices and others in the E Ink tablet industry.

Currently, you can easily purchase a color E Ink device in the form of Kindle e-readers, Android tablets from Onyx Boox and others, smart frames from the likes of SwitchBot, and even smartphones from companies like Bigme. It's a growing market where brands are experimenting with different form factors and applications.

The debut of a Samsung Galaxy e-reader feels like the natural evolution of Samsung's Color E-Paper signage. It would shock no one if Samsung were to enter the E Ink arena and throw its hat in the ring, too.

Samsung's Color E-Paper looks really promising

In the brand's own words, the e-paper screens on the EMDX series are "ultra-light and ultra-thin". The 32-inch variant has a 2,560 x 1,440 resolution and costs $1,350, whereas the 13-inch variant has a 1,200 x 1,600 resolution and is priced at $725.

The colorful e-paper displays look really good in promotional videos and materials.

Samsung uses something called a Color Imaging Algorithm on its color e-paper panels to deliver a printed paper-like feel and color accuracy.

"The EMDX series leverages an advanced color imaging algorithm to optimize content for paper-like visibility. Its reduced contour, smooth gradation, and enhanced colors can replace standard printouts like posters and point-of-purchase displays."

Samsung EMDX displays are equipped with wireless connectivity, long battery life, and robust app support. The foundation for making a potential Samsung Galaxy e-reader is already there.

A potential game-changer in the e-reader space

Although I have not seen the EMDX signage in person, the color quality and the glare-free, paper-like appearance appear to be quite excellent. I wouldn't be surprised if it were on par with the E Ink Kaleido 3.

I reached out to Samsung to ask about its future plans for e-paper displays and a possible Galaxy e-reader, but received no response.

We have no leaks to go off on either, but the possibility of Samsung entering the E Ink tablet market seems very real. If a Galaxy e-reader were to enter the fray, it could be a game-changer and a welcome addition to a market that is currently dominated by a handful of brands.

While drawing tablets have become somewhat popular in recent years, finding a cheap device that doesn't skimp on important features can be pretty difficult without a good deal attached. Fortunately, Best Buy is offering $325 off the price of the Wacom Cintiq 22 drawing tablet, which is a great large tablet option for those who are serious about digital drawing.

The Cintiq 22 comes with a digital pen featuring high pressure sensitivity, a large, 21.5-inch display with bright color and vivid detail, and an active drawing area of 18.7 by 10.6 inches. The tablet also comes with a detachable pen holder, a quick on-display response time, and a collapsible stand that lets users tilt the device to their preferred angle.

✅Recommended if: you're looking for a large digital drawing tablet, but you don't want to spend more than $1,000; you need a tablet and stylus that features a substantial number of pressure levels, as well as a pen-like feel on the touchscreen display; you're looking for a bright, colorful display that offers accurate color grading.

❌Skip this deal if: you'd rather save money on a smaller drawing tablet; you need something with an even larger screen than this and you would consider upgrading to the Cintiq 24; you're considering going with a regular tablet over a dedicated drawing tablet.

Wacom offers some of the best drawing tablets on the market, and this 22-inch device comes with the powerful S Pen Pro stylus, which has up to 8,192 pressure sensitivity levels, a detachable pen holder, and a tiltable stand that can be angled up to 82 degrees.

To be sure, drawing on the tablet feels natural and precise, with tons of space in which to draw. The display has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, with a full active area measuring 18.7 by 10.6 inches. As for connectivity, the tablet has an HDMI port and a USB port, as well as a DC charging port. Seeing as the device normally retails for $1,300, this $975 clearance price point is a good time to pick one up for those who are already in the market.

Other than my work monitor, my e-reader gets the most amount of use on a weekly basis. I aim to go through 100 books a year, and these days, I use Kobo's Libra Colour because of the E Ink Kaleido panel, physical controls, and USB-C connectivity.

While I like the Libra Colour a lot, the 7-inch panel means it goes in my EDC bag — that in itself precludes me from using it when I'm out and about. This is where the DuRoBo Krono comes in; this is an e-reader as well, but it has a design that's similar to most modern phones, and the 6.13-inch screen means I can just slip it into my pocket without any issues whatsoever.

I'll get to the rest of the features in a bit, but it is this pocketability that has made a huge difference in how much I use the Krono. Basically, this palm-sized e-reader has gotten as much usage in the last two weeks as my Libra Colour, and the portability means it is now my go-to choice. Of course, that convenience comes at a cost, with the Krono retailing for $279 on Amazon. That said, you're getting a great E Ink device, and if you've been thinking of getting an e-reader with a difference, the Krono may just be the best choice yet.

The portability is unmatched

The Krono has a minimalist design, and the e-reader comes with a matte texture that's great to hold and use. I like the cylindrical bar that runs across the width at the rear, with one end housing the power button and the other featuring the Smart Dial.

With dimensions of 154 x 80 x 9.0 mm and a weight of 173g, the Krono feels just like a phone, and while the bezels are huge — at least next to my Find X9 Ultra — the 6.13-inch panel is adequate to read books on the go. It is wider and thicker than a regular phone, and if anything, that makes it easier to hold; it's designed to be used one-handed, and the relatively lighter weight means it is much more comfortable than a standard 7-inch e-reader.

The in-hand feel makes a big difference when using an e-reader; I don't like how plasticky the Libra Colour feels even after a year of use, and I much preferred the metal chassis of the Kindle Oasis. Although the Krono is made out of plastic, the material choices give it a much better feel, and the matte finish goes a long way it making it easier to use.

This is an E Ink panel you'll actually want to use

DuRoBo outfitted the Krono with a 6.13-inch E Ink HD Carta 1200 panel. While there are quite a few color-based E Ink panels around, the Krono uses monochrome, and that actually works to its advantage. With a resolution of 1648 x 824 and standard pixel density of 300PPI, the panel is just as clear as any other modern e-reader, and just as enjoyable to use.

You get a decent selection of fonts on the device, and the ability to change font scaling to suit your preferences. Page refresh is smooth, and there isn't any noticeable ghosting. While I was initially hesitant about using a smaller-sized e-reader, that only lasted until I actually got started with the Krono; once I started reading on the device, I didn't see any issues whatsoever.

In fact, the phone-sized design made it usable in those times I'm just waiting around between chores. I usually just pull out my phone and play something — Balatro or its derivative Cardwheel, or Wordle — but in the last two weeks, I used the Krono to read instead.

The physical dial makes all the difference

I prefer physical controls while reading a book, and the Krono has a dial on the left side that lets you scroll to turn pages. You can use the dial to navigate the interface as well, and it's delightful to use. But it is best-utilized while reading, and the built-in motor delivers good feedback.

By default, the dial is used to adjust the brightness of the Krono; the e-reader has a traditional LED light alongside a warm light, and you can easily adjust the warmth as well as the brightness. I like that the context of the dial changes automatically based on what you're doing, and this makes using the e-reader just that little bit more intuitive.

The interface is thoughtfully designed

I used enough Boox products to know that the interface on these products can get cluttered, and that's why I like that DuRoBo went with a minimal design here as well. You get Read, Music, Spark (a way to take voice notes), a digital assistant called DuRoBo AI, settings, and a list of apps. DuRoBo includes custom widgets, and they're just as thoughtful as the rest of the interface.

You get Android 15 as standard, with the Play Store pre-installed, so you can easily download all the apps you want. I like that the apps don't clutter up the home screen, and are instead in their own sub-menu. The Krono uses a basic octa-core platform and comes with 128GB of storage, and this lets you store thousands of e-books, voice notes, as well as music. While a 3.5mm port would have been ideal, you can use Bluetooth to pair buds with the device and listen to music that you store locally on the device, or any streaming platform like Spotify.

On the whole, I liked the Krono much more than I thought I would. The smaller size makes the e-reader that much more accessible in daily scenarios, and I got plenty of usage in the last two weeks. I still prefer a bigger device while I'm on the couch, but in all other situations, I've started using the Krono.

Prime Day is still months away, but whether you're planning your summer travels or shopping for a Mother's Day gift, delaying the purchase of a new e-reader may not be an option. 

Fortunately, you don't need to wait to score a great deal, as Amazon has decided to slash prices on a ton of my favorite e-readers for a limited time. From the vibrant Kindle Colorsoft to the stylus-ready Kobo Libra Colour, keep reading for the best e-readers included in the sale today. 

Of course, e-readers are likely to get even cheaper once Prime Day arrives in earnest (presumably) this June, so it'd be understandable if you wanted to wait for those discounts to go live. But if you're shopping for a gift or you simply want to tackle those reading goals ASAP, the deals below might be the best opportunities you'll see for a while. After all, discounts on e-readers are historically pretty rare, so it couldn't hurt to take a closer look.

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Cheap paper-display tablets can be pretty tough to come by, especially if you're looking for something that you can use for writing, note-taking, and drawing. Fortunately, Best Buy is offering this reMarkable 2 Paper Tablet for $70 off right now, and purchase comes with the Marker Plus digital pen and a Polymer Weave Book Folio. With the discount, the price drops to $499, which might feel a little more reasonable for those who have been in the market.

The reMarkable 2 features an active screen area of 10.2 inches, offering easy note-taking on PDFs and other documents, e-books, and more. It's also seamlessly compatible with cloud syncing services and the maker also offers its own via the Connect platform. It's worth noting that this tablet doesn't include a built-in backlight, while it still remains a little on the pricey side. But the experience of using this paper tablet is definitely worthwhile post-purchase if those aren't dealbreakers for you.

✅Recommended if: you want one of the best e-ink, writing, and paper-display tablets on the market, and you don't want to have to buy a digital pen separately; you're looking for a reading and writing tablet that measures around 10 inches; you're looking for something that's compatible with cloud services such as Google Drive Dropbox, and OneDrive; you'd like a paper-display tablet that features a long-lasting battery life and easy charging.

❌Skip this deal if: you're looking for a tablet display that comes in color; you don't want to have to pay for a subscription to first-party storage services like Connect after the initial free trial period; you'd prefer something that has a brighter backlighting option.

The Remarkable 2 paper tablet is an excellent non-backlit paper tablet, sporting 1 GB of RAM, 8GB of storage, a 1.2GHz processor, and a long-lasting, 3,000mAh battery. The included digital pen offers 4,096 levels of pressure, as well as tilt detection, and a high-friction tip, and the tablet also includes eight different pen tip options. All in all, it starts to feel like a pretty great deal if this is the kind of device and price point you're considering.

What you need to know

• Motorola is launching the new Moto Pad 2026 with an 11-inch display and a 7,020mAh battery.
• The Moto Pad 2026 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage.
• The tablet will be available exclusively at T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile with 5G connectivity.

I can't remember the last time Motorola released a tablet in the United States, which is why the launch of the Moto Pad 2026 is quite a welcome surprise. Launching alongside the Moto G Stylus 2026, this new tablet is just as colorful and should be just as easy on the wallet.

From the looks of it, the Moto Pad 2026 is essentially the Moto Pad 60 Neo, which launched last year in India. The tablet is powered by a mid-range MediaTek Dimensity 6300, which has powered phones like the Moto G Power 2026 (and last year's model as well). You shouldn't expect flagship-level performance, but it should still be pretty solid when paired with 8GB of RAM.

The tablet has an 11-inch 2.5K LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate, which further indicates that this device is meant to compete with other cheap Android tablets. Still, you get quad stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and a design that looks more premium than it is, thanks to the dual-tone metal PANTONE Bronze Green.

On the back, there's an 8MP camera, while the front 5MP camera should be sufficient for selfies and video calls. There's also 128GB of expandable storage, and the 7,020mAh battery supports 20W charging, which isn't terribly fast. There are some pogo pins on one side of the tablet, which suggest accessories could be in the works, such as a keyboard attachment, but Motorola remains mum on the subject for now.

There's also support for Smart Connect, so the tablet can work seamlessly with PCs or Motorola phones, moving files, mirroring windows/apps, and more.

And at just 10g, Motorola highlights its fairly compact, lightweight design, which should make it easy to carry. And this could be a tablet you might actually want to carry around, because the Moto Pad 2026 supports 5G connectivity.

In the U.S., the Moto Pad 2026 will be exclusively available at T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile, starting April 30. Pricing wasn't disclosed immediately, but we expect it to be on the lower end. We will update this post when pricing is announced.

Android Central's take

Motorola's family of devices had been feeling pretty bare for a while. Sure, the company has the Moto Tag and Moto Watch, but neither of these really contributed much to the ecosystem. Given the recent success of Motorola's smartphone line, it's good to see the company finally being confident enough to expand its lineup in the United States.

That said, I'm a little disappointed Motorola went with this model and didn't launch a tablet closer to the Moto Pad 60 Pro, which has a faster processor, a larger battery with faster charging, and a bigger display with a faster refresh rate. That said, going with a cheaper model plays to Motorola's strengths and could help it move more devices, especially at a time when RAM is bringing prices up.

With any luck, this tablet will be successful enough to prompt Motorola to launch more and better models in the future.

Finding a cheap tablet that still gets the job done doesn't have to be difficult, especially if you know when and where to look. For example, this year's Big Spring Sale from Amazon includes a 28% discount on the Lenovo Idea Tab, which is our top pick for the best cheap tablet for productivity needs.

Despite the low price, the Idea Tab has a large, 11-inch display that makes it perfect for work or class, along with featuring a massive battery that has no problem making it through an entire day. It also includes both front and rear cameras, stereo speakers, and a wide range of AI features that we loved when it came out.

It's worth noting that the device offers 256GB of storage, which is plenty for most casual users. Fortunately, however, it also features a microSD port in case buyers do require more than that.

• See the full list of deals during Amazon's Big Spring Sale

✅Recommended if: you need a cheap tablet that's still powerful enough to handle tasks for work, school, and beyond; you want a tablet with several useful AI features and a decent audio profile with the built-in stereo speakers; you like having a tablet that measures around 11 inches.

❌Skip this deal if: you'd prefer a tablet that comes with a stylus and keyboard with purchase; you'd rather upgrade to a tablet with an AMOLED screen than go with one that has an LCD screen, such as this one; you need a tablet with more than 8GB of RAM.

The Lenovo Idea Tab is the best cheap Android tablet for productivity on the market, especially because of its power and compatibility with several styluses and keyboards (though they'll have to be purchased separately).

It boasts an 11-inch LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, 256GB of storage, 8GB of RAM, and a MediaTek Dimensity 6300-8 processor that packs a pleasantly surprising punch.

To be sure, users who prefer an AMOLED screen may want to upgrade, though some of the other specs and features may make this worth compromising on. At just $180, this might be a tablet worth considering for those who want something large, useful, powerful, and crucially, affordable.

Amazon Kindle deals usually pop up around the retailer's biggest sales of the year, and this year's Spring sale is no exception. This week only, Amazon has cut $150 off the price of the Amazon Kindle Scribe, which is our favorite e-reader for writing and note-taking. The deal comes as part of the retailer's Big Spring Sale, which is offering a wide range of tablet and e-reader discounts.

We love the Kindle Scribe for its inclusion of a stylus and its ease-of-use when annotating or taking notes in your books. It's also a good pick for drawing, offering a highly paper-like feel. While it's a little larger than most of Amazon's Kindles and it's only in black and white, it's a good pick for those who want something with an authentic book-like feel.

• See the full list of deals during Amazon's Big Spring Sale

✅Recommended if: you're in the market for the best Kindle e-reader for writing, and you want to buy something that comes with a premium stylus with purchase of the device itself; battery life is a huge priority for your e-reader needs and you want something with a fast-charging USB-C port; you need between 16GB and 64GB of onboard storage.

❌Skip this deal if: you don't care about writing or note-taking and you'd rather save money on a basic, entry-level Kindle option, or you need a device that supports wireless charging; you need an e-reader that's rated for water and dust resistance; you prefer a smaller overall e-reader than this one's 10.2-inch display.

The Kindle Scribe launched in 2024, and while the company has launched a slightly upgraded version of the model, the last-generation version still holds up pretty well.

This e-reader comes in configurations with 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB of storage, and purchase also comes with the first-party stylus. This particular price is for the 16GB edition, though it's worth noting that Amazon isn't offering discounts on the two upgraded versions.

The Scribe also offers up to 12 weeks of battery life, the Active Canvas feature for annotating in book margins, or other note-taking and document-marking purposes.

As for the display, it's a 10.2-inch, glare-free screen with 300 ppi, and multiple brightness and color modes for differing lighting conditions.

Most of my tablet use is on the iPad Pro M4, and that's because of two things: the tandem OLED panel, and the software. The OLED on the iPad Pro is a joy to use, and it's just great to play games or read content. I dabble in music production, and it's easy to use the iPad to load a drum machine or synthesizer — most of these utilities just aren't available on Android.

That said, I always have an Android tablet on hand to use as a general media device and smart home controller. I used the Xiaomi Pad Mini in the last six months, and it did a masterful job in this regard. So when Xiaomi sent the Pad 8 over, I just switched out the Pad Mini with the Pad 8, and after a month of use, I'm convinced that this is the best mid-range Android tablet you can buy. There's a lot that the Pad 8 gets right, and I'm highlighting the four features I like the most.

The 11.2-inch LCD panel is great in daily use

Xiaomi didn't change the 11.2-inch LCD panel, and while it's not anywhere as good as the iPad Pro, it is the best option you'll find in this category. The 11.2-inch size is ideal, and the color vibrancy makes the tablet a great choice if you just need a multimedia device to stream content. Xiaomi did a good job with the onboard sound as well, and the four built-in audio drivers produce a decent amount of volume.

I have the standard Pad 8, but Xiaomi sells a model with a nano-texture coating, and I highly recommend getting this model. The anti-glare tech makes a big difference, and it gives the Pad 8 a definite edge in this category. The 3:2 ratio is ideal if you're interested in reading ebooks, and Xiaomi has the best Reading Mode of any brand, allowing you to turn the entire panel monochrome.

The Pad 8 is one of the most powerful tablets around

The Pad 8 is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, and it handled everything I threw at it with relative ease. I didn't see any issues with slowdowns, and gaming was enjoyable on the tablet with a Bluetooth controller. The model I'm using is the 8GB/128GB configuration, and I recommend getting the 12GB/256GB model. The 256GB variant gets UFS 4.1 storage — the 128GB model has UFS 3.1 — and the additional memory just gives you a little better headroom.

Although the tablet has similar dimensions as last year, it is a smidgen thinner, and the difference is only noticeable when using the Pad 8 alongside the Pad 7. If anything, I think the Pad 8 is a better choice than the Pad 8 Pro; both tablets are basically identical, with the Pro model getting a faster platform, better camera (pointless on a tablet), and faster 67W charging tech.

Xiaomi is leaning into productivity, with the Pad 8 sold with two keyboard cases and a stylus that's better than previous year. I like the Focus Keyboard quite a bit, and it has backlit keys with good tactility, all without taking up too much room. Oh, and unlike the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, the Pad 8 isn't hobbled by poor software choices — it runs Android 16 out of the box.

You get class-leading battery life

Xiaomi's tablets always have good battery life, and the Pad 8 does even better in this area. The bigger 9,200mAh battery ensures the tablet has enough juice to power through productivity tasks, or if you're binge-watching an entire season of a TV show.

In fact, the battery life is the main reason I'm now using the Pad 8 as my smart home dashboard. It's great to not have to charge the tablet daily, and it lasts better than other mid-range tablets I used in recent years.

The Pad 8 has unmatched value

A big selling point of Android tablets is the value, and Xiaomi has once again demonstrated that it understands this category better than its rivals. Just like the Pad 6 and Pad 7, the Pad 8 is an incredibly good value, particularly in India, where the tablet starts at just ₹33,999 ($364). It isn't quite as good a bargain in the U.K. at £399 ($535), but it's still better than most tablets in the segment.

Xiaomi is also being sensible with its accessory pricing, and that makes the Pad 8 a good choice if you're looking at a mid-range productivity tablet. On the whole, Xiaomi did all the right things with the Pad 8, and the tablet is a great upgrade if you're on an older device or are considering a switch.

Cheap Android tablets are found aplenty, with options available in every budget segment and for various kinds of users. The Huion Kamvas Slate 11 is an affordable Android 14 tablet that's priced at just $300. That's a very competitive price segment, but Huion stands out as a noteworthy contender on many grounds.

The Huion Kamvas Slate 11 isn't your everyday Android tablet. Unlike typical Android tablets that come with a stylus, Huion markets it to a very niche type of user. This is an eye-friendly drawing tablet first and foremost, and every aspect of the tablet is geared toward that.

I spent a month testing the Kamvas Slate 11 tablet, replacing my usual choice of weapon. I generally prefer using E Ink tablets for the purposes of reading, writing, annotating, and drawing. Currently, the Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C is my favorite, and it accompanies me to coffee shops, lectures, and weekend getaways alike.

The Kamvas Slate 11 didn't change my workflow much. In fact, I eventually realized that I prefer it over my beloved Onyx Boox for certain tasks.

The Kamvas Slate 11 sports an 11-inch IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1920 x 1200 Full HD resolution. The brightness levels peak at 350 nits, which isn't the brightest under the sun, but also contributes to a very eye-friendly viewing experience. Its papery feel makes it ideal for reading.

Since this is a drawing tablet from Huion, a brand that specializes in this area, the screen displays 16.7 million colors and covers 99% of the sRGB color gamut, which is ideal for digital art and illustrations.

The paper-like screen pits the Slate 11 against popular E Ink tablets, since that niche primarily focuses on eye comfort. As truly paper-like as E Ink tabs are, they fail to compete with full-fledged Android tablets like the Kamvas Slate 11 in one key area: video playback. The snappy 90Hz display easily bests even the most premium e-paper screens.

Aside from the tablet itself, Huion offers quite a few extras in the box. This includes the capacitive stylus from the brand called the H-Pencil, which supports 4,096 pressure sensitivity levels, tilt recognition, and tilt alignment. It has a customizable shortcut button and charges via USB-C. Extra nibs for the stylus are included, along with a USB-C charging cable, a card ejection tool, a leather folio case with a pen slot, and an artist glove.

The leather folio case imitates the tri-fold cases seen on Samsung Galaxy tablets. It only folds into a stand in landscape orientation. You can do this by folding the folio both inwards and outwards. The only difference is that folding it outwards places the camera at the bottom, which isn't ideal for online meetings or video calls.

Meanwhile, the glove is necessary because the Kamvas Slate 11 lacks palm rejection. Trying to draw or write on the tablet without the glove on is a nuisance. I'm used to writing on Onyx Boox tablets that have fantastic palm rejection and offer granular control over palm detection across various apps.

It was very hard to unlearn the carefree habit of putting my bare palm on the tablet while writing or sketching. And because it has such high pressure sensitivity, even the slightest touch registers.

On top of that, the H-Pencil's shortcut button/side key keeps getting pressed accidentally while writing, so inscribing on the Huion tablet took some getting used to. I ended up disabling the button eventually.

Still, writing and drawing feel fantastic on the paper-like screen. And though there's no native OCR, you can write into fields using the H-Pencil instead of typing. The pen's sensitivity can be adjusted via the HiPaint app. The side key can only be customized in HiPaint and ibisPaint.

You get minimal bloatware and a clean Android 14 build. Huion's own HiNote and HiPaint apps come pre-installed, along with some of the best drawing apps like Ibis Paint X and Clip Studio Paint. Huion throws in free three-month memberships for both apps.

I am partial to Ibis Paint X because it has a user-friendly UI and a wide arsenal of tools. However, I was pleased to find that HiPaint is quite similar to Ibis Paint X in terms of usage, flow, and layout.

The battery life on the Huion Kamvas Slate 11 is phenomenal, thanks to its generous 8,000mAh battery. However, I really wish the 10W charging speed were at least three times as fast, as it's not ideal for batteries of this size.

The tablet also has quad speakers, 128GB internal storage, a memory card slot (up to 1TB), dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, an 8MP front camera, and a 13MP rear camera. The camera quality is poor, but it suffices for basic uses like video calls and document scans. It has no IP rating and no guarantee of software updates, which is a bummer.

Huion paired the sporty MediaTek Helio G99 processor with 8GB of RAM, resulting in fairly snappy performance. I was taken aback by its smooth processing prowess, as even with multiple apps open simultaneously in the split screen mode, the tablet did not stutter. Many budget gaming phones rely on the Helio G99, which helps explain the Kamvas Slate 11's admirable performance.

Overall, the Huion Kamvas Slate 11 has a solid, dependable build reminiscent of the Amazon Fire Max 11. It performs well and comes with a pro-grade stylus and display, and functions like a portable workstation when paired with a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. Budding artists or art students will benefit from it the most, considering it's a cheap entryway to the drawing tablet world and comes with two free subscriptions.

There are plenty of budget tablets out there with better update guarantees and charging specs, but few cater to artists at this level. Huion regularly discounts the tablet to below $300, so if you are eyeing this spunky drawing tablet, I'd suggest grabbing it for as less as possible.

What you need to know

• Boox announced the launch of the Go 10.3 (Gen 2) E-Ink tablet, which offers an extremely thin 4.6mm build (Standard version).
• The tablet arrives in two variations: Lumi and Standard, which offer a backlight for the former and the typical ink-on-surface experience for the latter.
• Consumers can find the Boox Go 10.3 (Gen 2) available for $449 (Lumi) and $429 (Standard).

The world of E-Ink readers is getting another addition with a Boox announcement that brings a Gen 2 to a Go tablet model.

Earlier this morning (Mar 17), Boox announced in a press release that it has launched the Go 10.3 (Gen 2) tablet reader. Right off the bat, Boox states this E-Ink tablet offers two variations: the Lumi and the Standard. The former delivers a front-light experience, while the latter forgoes that, offering a true ink-on-surface experience. Boox adds that its Standard Go 10.3 (Gen 2) boasts "exceptional clarity under direct sunlight." However, the Lumi version "incorporates adjustable dual-tone front lights," such as cool daylight tones and warm amber hues.

Another major highlight for the Go 10.3 (Gen 2) is that Boox has shaved down its thickness to 4.6mm for the Standard version (4.8mm Lumi). Despite this, Boox says users will find a decent 3,700mAh battery with estimations of lasting "weeks on a single charge," though this doesn't account for connectivity (Wi-Fi or Bluetooth).

Reading is good, but writing pairs with it quite well. Boox announces that both tablet variations bring an InkSense Plus stylus with support for 4,096 pressure sensitivity levels and tilt recognition. The post adds that users will have a few writing tools to utilize, like Lasso, Insert, Outlines, and Tags.

The latest E-Ink reader

Boox highlights its Go 10.3's position as a device for "digital nomads." It states that with its sunlight clarity and focused tools, the tablet could come in handy for users looking to get away from traditional screens. The reader's display is designed to assist with screen fatigue due to its simulation of regular ink on a surface. Internally, users will have Android 15 and access to the Google Play Store to get them through their reading or work tasks.

Boox states that it upgraded this tablet with an Octa-core processor, which should aid in multitasking and app performance. The Go 10.3 (Gen 2)'s Lumi and Standard models feature 64GB of storage and support "26 digital file formats." Moreover, the tablets arrive with the NeoReader app built in, for "customizable reading and annotation capabilities for digital books."

U.S. consumers can find the Boox Go 10.3 (Gen 2) available for $449 (Lumi) and $429 (Standard).

What you need to know

• A report claims OnePlus is working on a new tablet that could debut "around" June 2026.
• Early rumors state it might feature a 12-inch display with a 12,000mAh or higher battery, and Qualcomm's affordable Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC.
• The Pad 3 launched in June last year, rocking Qualcomm's flagship chip, leaving us wondering where this alleged tablet for 2026 will sit.

This rumor feels like it's got the right timing, as a report claims OnePlus is working on a new tablet that could be upon us soon.

On X, Yogesh Brar posted some alleged details about the Chinese OEM's upcoming tablet, which could debut as soon as Q2 2026 (via Android Headlines). Supposedly, the "test model" for this tablet features a massive 12,000mAh battery, which Brar suggests could be slightly higher. Additionally, the device may receive a 12-inch display, a small difference from what consumers received last year.

Details are still incredibly sparse; however, Brar adds that the next OnePlus tablet could feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. It's not certain where this tablet could fall. User speculation on X brings up something we've noticed, too: this could be a more mid-range or "budget-focused" tablet, rather than a flagship.

The catalyst behind this would be this rumored usage of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, a chip Qualcomm debuted specifically for affordable devices. Perhaps we're en route to learn more, as Brar claims this tablet could debut "around" June 2026.

A Pad or a Go?

Qualcomm's affordable phone chip isn't bad. When it was announced late last year, the company introduced it as a chip that flagship power without a flagship price. Stronger gaming performance, AI, and targeted performance gains were reported to bring affordable devices up a notch (or two). Qualcomm leveraged TSMC's 3nm process with Oryon CPU cores to get the heavy lifting done.

The OnePlus Pad 3 launched in June 2025, so the timing that Brar has alleged isn't that crazy. It's just the type of device—flagship or otherwise—that is the main question. This tablet features the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC with a 12,140mAh battery for $699. What's more interesting is that the tablet being rumored is slightly smaller than what OnePlus delivered last year. The Pad 3 offers a 13.2-inch display, and what's in the leaks today is a device with a 12-inch screen.

On the other hand, we have the more budget-oriented OnePlus Pad Go with an 11.3-inch display. Maybe we're in for a switch-up from OnePlus. Or, maybe, this is another Go-type of tablet (around the time that its flagship dropped last time, which is odd).

Android Central's Take

Outside of the usual suspects for tablets (Apple, Samsung), OnePlus' Pad 3 is a pretty sweet device. The tablet rocks a 12,140mAh battery with 80W wired charging (already nice), a decent 13-inch display, and damn thin build. Maybe its internal storage could be higher, but I'm sure OnePlus would risk making the tablet a little bigger than they probably wanted. Whatever, it's fine. The price-to-performance, as we mentioned in our review, is incredible. The Pad 3 was a contender against the usual suspects, and I suspect OnePlus can keep that going. I'm just wondering in what way it will with this alleged upcoming device.

What you ned to know

• Amazon introduced "Send to Alexa," a feature that works with the user's notes written on the Kindle Scribe and Scribe Colorsoft.
• Users can submit their notebooks or documents to the AI, which will then help with brainstorming new ideas, guidance for projects, or turning your notes into to-do lists.
• Amazon previously announced a Gen AI chatbot for its Kindle app called "Ask this book."

Amazon's Alexa Plus subscription is adding a little more for willing subscribers, as the company unveils a feature that brings the AI into your notes.

This morning (Mar 10), Amazon offered insight into its newest Alexa Plus feature for Kindle Scribe and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft users called "Send to Alexa." The main purpose of this is for users to share their notebooks and documents with the AI for assistance. Alexa is said to offer users help with brainstorming, note summaries, and the ability to "turn ideas into action."

Alexa's capabilities include the ability to guide users with projects. Amazon says the AI can "transform your notes into to-do lists, calendar events, and reminders."

Engaging in this feature is said to make your notes available across multiple devices. Amazon states that "Send to Alexa" from your Kindle Scribe to the AI will make what you've written accessible on Alexa.com, the Alexa app, Echo devices, and Fire TV. As previously stated, this feature will roll out on the new Kindle Scribe and the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft over the next few days.

There are other notable AI features for Alexa Plus subscribers for these two Kindle tablets. Amazon highlights its AI-powered notebook search, capable of providing "simple" summaries about what you've written. The Kindle Scribe also features AI summarization capabilities built in. This lets users turn a single page into condensed, informative bullet points packed with relevant details. While jotting down notes, users can tap the AI icon and select "Refine writing."

Users will have their handwriting turned into a script font and popped back into their document for a better reading experience before sharing. You can easily edit anything, even after the AI's converted your handwriting.

AI in more places

Kindle Scribe AI aside, Amazon introduced a Gen AI chatbot to its Kindle app late last year that wants to dive into the stories you're reading. The company dubbed the feature "Ask this book." An "Ask" option was rolling out on iOS devices with the Kindle app, making it possible for readers to ask about a book's plot, characters, and more. Amazon says its AI chatbot will try to keep its responses spoiler-free.

Readers can find this feature when highlighting a section of the book they're ready. The AI will offer insights into thematic elements and character relationships in the story that are relevant to what you've highlighted. "Ask this book" started rolling out on iOS back in December, leaving Android users waiting for their turn.

What you need to know

• Redmagic started teasing on Weibo that it's got another gaming tablet on the way.
• The company's brief teaser shows the compact device in a robot's hand, stating it will be called the "Gaming Tablet 5 Pro," which is "coming soon."
• The latest tablet was the Redmagic Astra, a tablet with a 9-inch display, 165Hz refresh rate, and all the strength to ensure games remain smooth and powerful.

Redmagic is teasing a new product amidst all the MWC 2026 reveals that's getting some time in the spotlight on social media.

The Chinese OEM started teasing what appears to be a new gaming tablet on its Weibo page this week (via Android Headlines). Redmagic's teaser is pretty light; however, what it shows is a tablet in the hands of a carbon fiber (you see it?) robotic hand. It's always hard to tell from images like this, but the device looks pretty compact just off the rendering.

Redmagic's wording states the "Gaming Tablet 5 Pro" is "coming soon." This is all users were able to get from Redmagic's MWC 2026 teaser. That and the company telling users to "stay tuned" for more updates. We're not entirely sure about when the device could launch, but more on that in a moment. The publication offered some theories, as it suggests the Gaming Tablet 5 Pro could feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC.

To stay "compact," there's a chance Redmagic could keep this tablet around the nine to 10-inch range, similar to its previous two generations.

Next-gen gaming on the way

In terms of timeframe, we might be looking at a summer launch for this next Redmagic tablet. If we look back at the Redmagic Astra, that tablet debuted in China in June, before global regions got their hands on it the month after. If the company is teasing the model now (we're in March), maybe we're looking at a similar timeline. Redmagic could always throw us a curveball and drop it even sooner (here's hoping).

The Redmagic Astra debuted with a 9.06-inch OLED display for $499. Its base model started at 12GB, but its internal storage could climb to 1TB (at $849, too). The design stuck closely to the brand's gaming phones, with cool LED lights on its rear panel and an edgy design you'd want from a gaming PC. At 165Hz, the Astra remained smooth while gaming. The Nova gaming tablet debuted one year earlier with a 10.9-inch display, so Redmagic went back and made things even more compact.

Android Central's Take

Redmagic produces some rather strong gaming-focused devices. From its phones to its tablets, these models truly grasp what it takes to have a smooth, powerful mobile gaming experience. These are phones and tablets that have often made me consider switching. Redmagic often leans on Qualcomm's strong silicone to carry its gaming, which works well. Plus, the costs are fairly reasonable in the end. We'll have to wait and see if that continues with this next iteration.

I can't say exactly when I was last excited about a new tablet release, but it's been at least a few years. Most tablets are slight iterations of the previous version, and while that can be said to some degree about the Honor MagicPad 4, it's the display that's got me really excited this time around.

It's not just because Honor replaced last year's lackluster LCD display with a higher quality OLED one, but this is the first OLED I've ever seen with 5320Hz PWM dimming. No, that's not a typo, and it means that Honor continues to push dimming frequency in the right direction while most of the competition either ignores the problem or feels current solutions are "good enough" for most people.

It's one of the things I love about Honor devices these days, and it ensures that the vast, vast majority of people interested in buying the tablet will be able to enjoy a comfortable experience in addition to an extremely high quality one. Here's why Honors latest is the best tablet display I've used to date.

A display for everyone

As part of the spec sheet, I noticed that Honor has specifically started listing its displays as "low modulation" OLEDs in addition to ones that support high-frequency PWM dimming. This is important because it means that Honor's display not only operates at a frequency that's deemed safe by the IEEE standard for lighting, but it also goes above and beyond what the competition is doing.

The plain facts are that OLED tablets from Apple and Samsung simply do not qualify as "safe" under these lighting standards. They're not even close, either, as they mainly rely on a 240Hz PWM dimming rate at all brightness levels. The result is a subset of the population that physically cannot use these devices without incurring substantial head pain from them. I've got a quick 5-minute explainer video here, if you want to learn more.

That's where companies like Honor come in. Pushing PWM rates higher and lowering the modulation are two key factors in ensuring that even the most sensitive users can enjoy a modern device instead of having to use something from 2013 with outdated security patches and features.

The trick to getting the best results on the Honor MagicPad 4 is to set it to 165Hz in display settings. The problem is that there's no way to force the peak refresh rate. If you're running the display at 20% brightness or below — which is when the tablet switches from DC to PWM dimming — the display will oscillate between 4320Hz and 5280Hz, depending on the content on screen.

I'm not sure if this will bother any flicker-sensitive users, but rapidly switching between dimming rates has been known to bother some people, though those reactions are usually recorded at much lower dimming frequencies than 4320 or 5280Hz. The only way to guarantee that the display doesn't switch dimming rates is to set it to 60Hz in display settings. Since this is an LTPS panel, it'll run at 60Hz all the time, which means a 4320Hz PWM rate at 20% brightness.

Honor could really do with a setting to properly force the peak display refresh rate for folks who want to see the best at all times or want to ensure dimming frequencies don't shift. I'm not a huge fan of Honor advertising this as 5280Hz. That's not because it's not true — the display certainly can reach 5280Hz PWM dimming — but because it's only true under very specific and difficult to guarantee circumstances.

Despite using 10-bit OLED panels in most of their recent phones, the 165Hz OLED panel here is only an 8-bit panel. That's not problematic in and of itself, but the spec sheet for the tablet clearly lists that it's boosting color volume using a nasty trick called temporal dithering to alternate pixels between two colors to make your eyes see a color that "doesn't exist."

It sounds cool on paper, and some display enthusiasts love this trick because it can make displays more vibrant, but it does so in a way that can trigger epilepsy-level conditions in some people. The MagicPad 3's display used this trick, but it doesn't seem like the MagicPad 4 actually does, based on my extensive testing. I was also pleasantly surprised to see that all of the tablet's blue light blocking options don't use dithering to alter things. It's true blue light blocking from the hardware level.

There's no guarantee that Honor won't enable the 2-bit "enhancement" in an update, but, for now, this panel seems dither-free. I'm fine with companies offering a vibrant color mode for enthusiasts that want obnoxiously vibrant, cartoony colors, but it's important to offer a dither-free option for folks who suffer from flicker sensitivity.

My only real "disappointment" is that the display doesn't get as bright as the company's phones. I use this HDR white YouTube video for every display review because it gives me the peak HDR values using a common app that everyone has, and the highest I saw the display hit was just shy of 1,200 nits. By comparison, the Honor Magic 8 Pro's display hits 3,600 nits using the same test.

Given the huge size difference between this display and a phone's, however, it might be for the best that it doesn't hit that same peak value. Don't want to get blinded while just trying to watch a movie, after all. And it's still plenty bright while watching content on YouTube or Netflix, especially when that content supports proper HDR levels.

What I've been waiting for

Overall, this is a huge step up from the MagicPad 3's display, not just in motion clarity and refresh rate, but also because it doesn't have to use dithering to display 10-bit colors properly. Not only that, but this tablet is a much more manageable size than the MagicPad 3, which I found to be simply too large for any real utility.

Everything combined makes this an incredibly impressive table to use for any kind of entertainment or work, especially with its thin design, excellent battery life, and those absolutely bonkers good IMAX speakers. I just wish Honor were able to make better use of the improved PWM rate, as it's really only available in apps that support the 165Hz refresh rate.

Samsung tablet deals come along pretty often, but a huge discount on one of the manufacturer's most top-rated models is always a cause for celebration. Those who don't mind going last-gen can currently get $350 off the price of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra at Best Buy, marking a good deal on one of our favorites.

The S10 Ultra, despite being last-gen, still comes with the Samsung S Pen, and a large, 14.6-inch AMOLED display that users like. It also boasts up to 16 hours of battery life, fast charging, and many of the other bells and whistles that come along with high-end tablets.

At $850, it's a competitive pick amongst other premium tablet options, though we aren't sure how long this deal will last. It's also for the 256GB configuration, though buyers can also upgrade to the 512GB or 1TB if that isn't enough for them.

• See our full guide to the best Samsung Galaxy deals of the month

✅Recommended if: you're looking for a powerful Samsung tablet that comes with a stylus; you like tablets that feature a large, vivid display that's easy to use for note-taking, digital drawing, and other use cases; you'd prefer a tablet with at least 256GB of storage built in.

❌Skip this deal if: you'd prefer a smaller tablet than one with a 14.6-inch screen; you need a tablet with a cellular data option and you're located in the U.S.; you'd rather avoid the last-gen version of the best premium Android tablet on the market, and you'd maybe consider upgrading to the S11 Ultra.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra may not be the newest model out there, but because of that, it gets major discounts like this one pretty regularly. Users like it for its large, beautiful AMOLED display, which measures 14.6 inches. It also comes with the first-party S Pen stylus, a microSD card slot for expandable storage of up to 1TB. The S10 Ultra also has a fingerprint reader, and its powerful performance is backed by 12GB of RAM and a MediaTek MT6989 CPU.

Additionally, the tablet includes an IP68 ingress protection rating, and front- and rear-facing cameras of 12MP and 13MP, respectively.

Onyx Boox tablets are awesome. They're these beefed up e-readers with crisp E Ink displays, powerful processors, and unfettered access to Android and the Play Store. Unfortunately, you still don't get all the features and functions that regular Android tablets enjoy.

Setting up your new device is probably the most crucial Android feature. When you turn on a brand-new Android device for the first time, you can usually transfer all your data to it using Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth, or a cable. However, Boox tablets don't have this feature, nerfing their capabilities a little.

Luckily, there's an easy way to transfer all your e-books, documents, and other files from one Onyx Boox tablet to another.

The wrong way to use USB OTG

All the best E Ink tablets from Onyx Boox support USB OTG — short for USB On The Go. Conventionally, this is meant to allow you to connect a USB-C flash drive or a USB-C SSD to your phone or tablet.

You probably groaned a little when you came across the words "flash drive," but don't worry, this hack doesn't require you to purchase any additional Type-C thumb drives or accessories. You will, however, need a USB-C to USB-C cable that supports data transfer. Chances are, you probably have one lying around at home.

If you don't own one, you can buy a cheap USB-C cable that supports data transfer.

How to transfer data from one Onyx Boox tablet to another

Now that you have both your Onyx Boox tablets and the right type of USB-C cable, you're all set. For the purposes of this guide, I used a Note Air 4 C and a Note Air 5 C, but this method should work with any other Boox tab, as they all support USB OTG.

1. Plug in the USB-C cable to the tablet you're copying data from first.

2. Next, insert the other end of the C-to-C cable in the tablet you want to transfer data to.

3. The Boox file manager should automatically open.

4. Locate the files you want to transfer.

5. Select and copy the files.

6. Find the folder where you want to import the files in your destination device and paste them.

Et voilà!

That's it! The copying process shouldn't take too long, depending on the number and the size of the files.

Before you import your e-books, I highly suggest syncing your reading progress to your Onyx Boox account. That way, you can migrate all your data to your new Boox device without ever losing track of your progress per book.

I hope this trick helped you as much as it did me when I first discovered it when setting up my Note Air 5 C. The thought of having to transfer all my e-books from my PC to my tablet again felt super daunting, especially since I had downloaded many of them directly to my old Note Air 4 C.

If you do, however, have the energy to plug your tablet into your computer every time, I highly suggest Calibre for your e-book management needs. This open source tool is a godsend, and it has not failed me once since I started using it in 2010.

Onyx Boox tablets are what Amazon's Kindle e-readers could only dream of being. Equipped with the Google Play Store, native OCR, stylus support, and a wide range of features found in full-fledged Android tablets, Boox's E Ink devices are spectacular. The Boox Note Air 4 C used to be the best E Ink tablet from Onyx Boox, and the best all-around e-paper tablet period. It was succeeded by the Note Air 5 C in October 2025, and I have been testing it for about a month now.

The Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C adds iterative upgrades to the Onyx Boox Note Air 4 C. However, the result is a polished product that performs smoother than ever before, is just as light as ever, and retains all the features that I love about Onyx Boox's Android e-paper tablets.

First, let's take a look at the technical specifications and compare what's different — or unchanged — between the Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C vs. Note Air 4 C.

Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C vs. Onyx Boox Note Air 4 C

The latest Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C costs $30 more than the last-gen Note Air 4 C, and you can buy both tablets from Amazon or Onyx Boox's website. From the 10.3-inch Kaleido 3 display to the processor and memory specs, both tablets have almost exactly the same hardware.

Design-wise, not much has changed either. Everything is in the same place, from the power button with the built-in fingerprint sensor to the USB-C port on the left-hand side of the tablet, so you can use last-gen cases on the new Note Air 5 C.

Onyx Boox has promised three years of software upgrades to both tablets. Once you update the Note Air 4 C, both tablets run the latest version of BOOX Firmware, which is Firmware V4.1. However, the Note Air 5 C runs Android 13, whereas the last-gen Boox still runs Android 13.

This means you can access nearly all the same tools on both devices, including BOOXDrop, BOOXDrop Screen Mirroring, a Smooth refresh mode thanks to BOOX Super Refresh, AI Assistant, FreeMark, Kids Mode, Split Screen, and more.

While the Note Air 4 C was a little glitchy at launch, the Note Air 5 C is incredibly smooth. Despite having the same hardware, it performs better, and even the fingerprint scanner is faster.

There are two new cases for the Boox Note Air 5 C

So why does the Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C weigh 10g more? There's a new pogo pin connector for the Magnetic Keyboard Cover. It snaps on magnetically and connects instantly, without any setup required.

The Note Air 5 C's Magnetic Keyboard Cover transforms the tablet into a portable workstation. Its Split Screen mode is optimized to work really well with the keyboard case. You can choose to switch to the Smooth refresh mode automatically when the keyboard connects for no lag or ghosting.

The Magnetic Keyboard Cover does not need to be charged, and it has a USB-C port for pass-through charging. It has a detachable magnetic flap that holds the stylus.

Unfortunately, the Keyboard Cover costs a whopping $109.99, which is too rich for a lot of people's blood. Meanwhile, the new Note Air 5 C Case costs $50.99.

Just like the Keyboard Cover, the Note Air 5 C Case also has a magnetic flap that detaches completely. This solves the issue with the Note Air 4 C Case, where the stylus would move about and go inside the folio.

The latest Boox tablet case also adds a USB-C cutout into the spine of the tablet, so you can finally charge the Note Air 5 C without having to open the folio.

Onyx Boox upgraded the stylus

The Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C comes with the latest Pen3 instead of the Pen Plus. Both styluses are battery-less EMR pens that work with the WACOM layer on top of Boox tablets.

The Pen3 is slimmer, smoother, and more streamlined, so it's more comfortable to hold, and it has a compartment to store extra nibs. Both pens also support 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity.

Should you buy the Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C?

Onyx Boox's lineup remains the most cohesive e-reader experience in the industry, tapping into the unlimited potential of Android and the Google Play Store. The app support is phenomenal. Native OCR is amazing to the point that even if you have a PDF file that contains scanned pages of a document, you can annotate them, copy them, and recognize them offline using the Boox Notes app.

With the new Magnetic Keyboard Cover and upgraded Pen3, the Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C is a professional and educational tool of the highest caliber. It's non-distractive but not dull. Learning feels fun with the colorful Kaleido 3 E Ink panel. BOOX Firmware's intuitive plethora of tools and features facilitates productivity.

Paying an extra $30 for the Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C over the Note Air 4 C makes perfect sense. You get Android 15 instead of 13, a newer stylus, and support for a magnetic keyboard. Even if you don't buy the keyboard case right away, you always have the option to buy it later.

Presidents' Day tablet deals are hitting the virtual shelves across retailers, and this next bundle is perfect for those who want an included stylus. Just in time for the long weekend, Amazon customers can get 26% off the price of this Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE bundle, which also includes an additional 128GB microSD card for added storage, and the magnetic, first-party S Pen stylus.

One of the few cheap tablets that comes with an S Pen, the Tab S10 FE comes with 128GB of storage built in, while the included microSD card brings the combined total up to 256GB of storage. Users can also upgrade to larger SD cards for even more storage, if that isn't enough for them.

The model also comes with a wide range of Galaxy AI features, including Circle to Search, Solve Match, Handwriting, the AI-backed Samsung Notes, and editing tools including Auto Trim, Best Face, and still others. It also has rear and front cameras, suitable for use in video meetings or for capturing photos and videos of your own.

• See the full list of deals from Amazon's Presidents' Day sale

✅Recommended if: you're looking for a mid-range Galaxy tablet with a screen of around 11 inches; you want a tablet that comes with a stylus for note-taking, drawing, and other tasks; you want a tablet with some of the latest AI features but you don't want the premium price tag; you need some extra storage for your devices.

❌Skip this deal if: you'd rather upgrade to some of the best Android tablets on the market for premium performance levels; you aren't looking for something with a stylus included, or you need more built-in storage; you'd prefer a more portable tablet with a smaller screen.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is a decent mid-range tablet, and while it doesn't offer mind-blowing performance, it's enough for most casual users. In addition to including the magnetic Samsung S Pen, this model comes with 128GB of storage built in, as well as a bundled microSD card with another 128GB. The 10.9-inch display features refresh rates of up to 90Hz, and the tablet also comes with a 13MP rear camera and a 12MP front-facing camera.

When sifting through kid's tablet deals, it's equally important to find something that can withstand accidental drops and spills. Easy-to-access parental controls are also important, and fortunately, this next tablet deal entry includes both features.

Best Buy's President's Day Sale includes $80 off the price of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, featuring a durable, kid-friendly cover in four different colors. This tablet is also the kids' version of our favorite cheap tablet, offering 64GB of storage, a bright, 11-inch LCD screen, and a long-lasting battery.

Another fun feature of this tablet is that it comes with three Crayo-Pen styluses for easy and mess-free drawing. The styluses also feature three differently-colored stylus covers, including those in red, yellow, and blue.

This tablet normally retails at $280, so $200 is a good price for those who were already in the market. Buyers can also get the tablet's puffy cover in four different colors: Blue, Purple, Red, and Yellow.

✅Recommended if: you're looking for a highly durable kids' tablet with a useful built-in kickstand and styluses; you want a tablet that offers a low price for decent processing power and a built-in child-focused OS for optimal parental controls; you want a kids' tablet for under $200.

❌Skip this deal if: you'd rather go with something even more affordable and you don't mind sacrificing some processing power; you're looking for something with a smaller screen than 11 inches; you need more than 64GB of storage and don't want to have to use a microSD card to expand that.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Kids Edition is a great affordable pick for young children, including a hardy plastic cover, and Samsung Kids OS built-in with easy access to parental controls. It's perfect for playing games, watching videos, drawing, and other kid-friendly activities, along with boasting an 11-inch LCD display.

It also comes with a built-in Crayo-Pen stylus that tucks into the back of the case to avoid letting it get lost. While it only comes with 64GB of storage, it also features a microSD slot for expandable storage of up to 1TB.

To be sure, there are a wide range of devices in the best kids tablet category, and it could be worthwhile to take a look at some of those models. However, if you're ready to pull the trigger on a kids' tablet today, this deal might be one worth going for.

Finding a good tablet deal doesn't have to be super tricky, but if you're looking for something that includes a stylus, it can be a little tougher. For right now, Amazon is offering an 18% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11, chopping $140 off the normal price and bringing it down to just $660.

Not only is it one of the best Android tablets on the market, but it also comes with Samsung's first-party S Pen stylus. In previous generations, the stylus was only included with some of Samsung's top-of-the-line tablets, making it even more special that the company would go on to launch this and other budget-friendly options that include the hardware.

The Galaxy Tab S11 has an 11-inch AMOLED screen, a decently large, 8,400mAh battery, and a lower price tag than the brand's premium lineup. This particular deal is for the 128GB configuration of the tablet, and it also includes water and dust resistance, a lightweight and portable build, and a number of Galaxy AI features.

This isn't the lowest-priced Samsung tablet available, but if you don't mind spending a little bit of money and you want a stylus and something within the Galaxy ecosystem, this price might be worthwhile.

✅Recommended if: you're looking for a good, mid-range tablet that also comes with a stylus; battery life is a major priority for you when it comes to buying a tablet; you have or have had other Galaxy ecosystem devices in the past that you like or liked.

❌Skip this deal if: you're looking for an ultimate budget tablet and you don't need one with a stylus; you'd prefer a Pixel device to a Samsung one; you'd rather go with a smaller tablet than this one.

In our hands-on with the Galaxy Tab S11 (and the S25 FE), we established how much we loved the new and improved compact form factor of the device. Samsung also says the tablet will give users up to 18 hours of battery life, and it features an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. Crucially, purchase of the tablet also includes the first-party S Pen stylus, which was redesigned for this generation with a hexagonal shape that feels a lot like an actual pencil.

Performance is backed by 12GB of RAM and a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Plus CPU, and it also has a 12MP front camera with Ultrawide capabilities and a 13MP rear camera.

What you need to know

• The Pixel Tablet debuted on June 20, 2023, and was originally supposed to receive updates for three years after the release date.
• Google has officially extended this time period to June 2028, meaning Pixel Tablet owners will see new Pixel features for longer than expected.
• Google has yet to announce a follow-up to the Pixel Tablet, making it a one-of-a-kind product so far.

I got the pixel tablet about a year after it came out because I was looking to replace the aging Nest Hub in my kitchen. The premise sounded and at times felt like the perfect replacement for the nest hub, including away to pick the tablet up and bring it anywhere throughout the house if I needed to do something more than just smart home controller setting timers. While I enjoyed the first year of use I feel like things have gone downhill a bit since then.

Up until today, it looked like I may never get the full use out of the Pixel Tablet since Google's original software update promise ran out in June 2026. Turns out, the company seems to have a renewed vision for the Tablet as it has now extended that software update agreement and additional two years, meaning the company now has a total of 3 years to roll out some new software features and make the tablet interesting again.

9to5 Google spotted the update in support documentation for the Pixel series. This same exact thing has happened in the past with older Pixel phones, like the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7, which received additional life support long after it was expected to end. Now, Pixel Tablet owners can expect to see software updates through June 2028, which means we may actually see some really interesting Gemini integration going forward.

Android Central's Take

Since Google has yet to announce a new Pixel Tablet or even a proper follow-up to the Nest Hub Max, many have been hoping Google would extend the Pixel Tablet's life a bit longer. Looks like we got our wish, but the tablet still isn't quite the Nest Hub replacement I had been hoping for.

My initial impressions of it were high, as it featured the same great Google Photos screensaver functionality I loved about the Nest Hub, plus an amazing custom smart home control "lock screen," higher quality audio, and many of my favorite voice-activated features. But it was also less capable than the Nest Hub for several tasks, as I've found over the years that you often have to unlock the tablet for some voice commands to work, even if you don't have lock screen security enabled.

Now that Google has extended the tablet's life, I'm hoping it fixes some of these stupid little problems and turns this thing into the Nest Hub Max 2 I've been wanting. If nothing, I just want Gemini to work on the lock screen, and it's going to take a major software update for that to happen — something that's now actually possible now that Google will be updating it for another 30 months.

Cheap tablets aren't too hard to come by, but finding a balance between affordability and performance can be tricky. Those in search of a deal might appreciate Amazon chopping 20% off the price of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, which is the company's budget option. One thing that separates Samsung's S10 Lite series from other budget tablets is the inclusion of the first-party S Pen, which is great for note-taking, drawing, and other activities that work best with a stylus.

Beyond that, the economy-level tablet comes with a downgraded LCD screen from the Galaxy lineup's mostly AMOLED offerings, though that's in part why the price tag is lower even than the FE model. It also still includes many of the basic Galaxy AI tools that users like, including Circle to Search, as well as a microSD slot for expandable storage.

✅Recommended if: you're looking for an affordable tablet with a stylus, and you've liked other Samsung Galaxy devices you've had; you're looking for a tablet that's around 11 inches without upgrading to some of the larger premium-level models; you want something with a long-lasting battery and fast charging for optimal productivity.

❌Skip this deal if: you're looking for one of the best Android tablets on the market and you have the budget to upgrade; you want something with a high-quality AMOLED display or more powerful performance than a budget tablet can offer; you're a Pixel user and you'd rather go with the Pixel tablet.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite arrived on the tablet scene as a welcome budget option just beneath the FE. It features a few downgrades beneath the rest of the Galaxy Tab lineup, including an LCD screen instead of an AMOLED, but it comes at a lower cost and with the inclusion of the Samsung S Pen. The screen measures 10.9 inches and includes a 90Hz refresh rate, while the device also comes with some of the Galaxy ecosystem's latest AI features.

This discount is for the gray version of the tablet, and for the 256GB storage option. If that isn't enough for your needs, it also has a microSD card slot for expandable storage of up to 2TB.

Samsung also says the S10 Lite will offer up to 16 hours of battery life per charge, along with fast charging that can fully charge the device in about two hours. All in all, the under-$300 price tag marks a good time to pick it up if you're already in the market.

What you need to know

• Starting February 19, Instapaper’s Send to Kindle feature will no longer be free.
• Keeping the feature will cost you $6 per month or $60 per year.
• The service will be paywalled because processing and emailing articles to Kindles is server-intensive and costly, according to Instapaper's lead.

If you rely on your Kindle for distraction-free long-form reading, you may soon pay more for that habit. Instapaper, a popular read-it-later app, has confirmed its beloved Send to Kindle feature is moving behind a paywall.

For the uninitiated, Kindle devices are known for their E Ink displays that mimic paper, but they aren’t exactly known for having a great web browser. Instapaper helps by letting you save articles on your phone and then sending them to your Kindle. This process was easy, convenient, and, until now, free.

The change is due to the work happening in the background. Instapaper’s lead engineer, Brian Donohue, explained on Reddit that sending articles to Kindles uses a lot of resources. Each time you request a Kindle digest, Instapaper’s servers process the text, collect images, save the data, convert it to a Kindle-friendly ePub file, and then email it to your device.

With over a hundred thousand people signed up for these digests — the vast majority of whom are on free accounts — Instapaper has essentially been running the service at a loss. By putting the feature behind a subscription, the company aims to cover those rising server and bandwidth costs.

Beginning February 19, you’ll need to pay for Instapaper Premium to keep using the wireless Send to Kindle feature. The subscription also includes extras like full-text search, unlimited notes, and a permanent archive of your saved items. The cost is $6 per month or $60 per year.

Will Kobo users be affected?

Interestingly, this isn't an across-the-board tax on e-readers. If you happen to own a Kobo, you can breathe a sigh of relief, Android Authority reports. Kobo’s integration uses Instapaper’s API instead of the email system Amazon requires, so that feature will stay free for everyone.

Which features are affected?

Instapaper’s Send to Kindle feature will soon cost money to use.

When does this change go into effect?

Instapaper’s Send to Kindle feature will begin to be paywalled on February 19th, 2026.

Is there a way to avoid paying?

If you don’t want to pay, you still have options. You can manually download files and transfer them to your Kindle with a USB cable, or use Amazon’s Send to Kindle browser extension. However, these methods aren’t as smooth as Instapaper’s automated digests.

There are plenty of budget Android tablets on the market, but Samsung's Galaxy Tab A-series has quietly become a popular choice for users who just want something reliable. These tablets aren't meant for users who want a high-powered device for all-day gaming or video editing, but for those who need a big screen to watch YouTube, answer emails, and get some light work done without it feeling slow or cheap.

Samsung has now introduced the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus in the U.S. as an upgrade to the nearly two-year-old Galaxy Tab A9 Plus. While the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus may not appear to be a major generational leap on the surface, Samsung has introduced several meaningful under-the-hood upgrades that make the 2025 model the superior option.

If you're deciding whether to pick up the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus at a discounted price or want to understand what the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus improves over its predecessor, here is how Samsung's budget tablets compare.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus vs. Galaxy Tab A9 Plus: Pricing and availability

Samsung introduced the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus in international markets on September 30, 2025, but it was not until December 30, 2025, that the company announced its U.S. launch. Post the announcement, the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus officially went on sale in the U.S. starting January 8, 2026.

The Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, on the other hand, was unveiled in October 2023 and became available in the U.S. on January 12, 2024. Since it has been on the market for some time, the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus can now be found at discounted prices as low as $160, which is approximately $60 less than its original launch price of $220.

In terms of pricing, Samsung has increased the base price of the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus compared to the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus. The Galaxy Tab A9 Plus launched at $220 with 64GB of storage, while the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus starts at $250 in the U.S. with 128GB of storage (although it offers more RAM as well).

Like the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus is available in Wi-Fi-only and Wi-Fi + cellular versions. The Wi-Fi-only model comes in 128 GB and 256 GB options and goes up to $310, while the 5G variant starts at $280 and is available only with 128 GB of storage.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus vs. Galaxy Tab A9 Plus: Design and build

Looking at the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus and Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, you'll notice a lot of similarities between the two devices, partly because Samsung hasn't changed the design much from the 2024 model. Both tablets feature a unibody metal design with a simple, minimal back and a single rear camera.

Both models also share the same dimensions at 257.1 × 168.7 × 6.9mm. At 6.9mm, the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus is thin and easy to carry. While there aren't any major design changes compared to the Tab A9 Plus, there are three small but noticeable updates on the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus.

The first is the weight. The Galaxy Tab A11 Plus weighs 477g, which is about 3g lighter than the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus at 480g. This isn't a huge difference, but it's worth noting.

The second and more meaningful change is the IP rating. While Samsung didn't make major design changes, it says the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus now comes with IP52 water and dust resistance, which is an upgrade over the Tab A9 Plus that had no IP rating.

IP52 doesn't mean you can use it in the rain or take it swimming, but it does offer protection against splashes, making it safer to use in places like the kitchen or around kids.

The last design change is the color options. The Galaxy Tab A9 Plus came in Graphite, Silver, and Navy (blue). This time, Samsung has dropped the Navy option, replaced Graphite with a darker gray, and kept Silver.

On the front, both tablets use the same display. That means you still get the thick bezels introduced with the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, which feel dated for a tablet in 2026.

Both models feature an 11-inch TFT LCD panel with a 1200 × 1920 resolution and up to a 90Hz refresh rate, with peak brightness reaching 480 nits. While Samsung devices often offer better displays than rivals at this price, neither the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus nor the Tab A9 Plus stands out here, though the screens are still fine for everyday use.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus vs. Galaxy Tab A9 Plus: Hardware and specs

Samsung's Galaxy Tab A series doesn't compete with the company's flagship Galaxy Tab S lineup, so you should expect more budget-level specs here. That said, Samsung has made several meaningful upgrades to both the hardware and software that you don't usually see on budget Android tablets.

Inside the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus, you'll find MediaTek's MT8775 chipset. While it's not part of the more familiar Dimensity lineup, it's an octa-core chip with clock speeds up to 2.5 GHz. This should deliver a noticeable performance boost over the Snapdragon 695 used in the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus

Along with the faster chipset, Samsung has also increased storage and RAM across the lineup. The Galaxy Tab A11 Plus now starts with 128 GB of storage and 6 GB of RAM and goes up to 256 GB of storage with 8 GB of RAM, while the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus offered just 4 GB of RAM in its base model. Like its predecessor, the A11 Plus also supports microSD cards for storage expansion up to 2 TB.

Like the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus is also available in a 5G cellular version, though it costs more than the Wi-Fi-only model.

When it comes to battery, Samsung has kept the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus at the same capacity as the previous generation since it uses the same body and dimensions as the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus. That means both tablets pack a 7,040 mAh battery, which isn't the largest you'll find in an 11-inch tablet.

Thankfully, Samsung has increased charging speeds from 15W to 25W, so the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus will take much less time to fully charge compared to the older model.

The biggest upgrade, however, is in the software. The Galaxy Tab A11 Plus runs One UI 8 based on Android 16 out of the box, putting it ahead of the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, which launched with Android 15-based One UI 7.

On top of that, Samsung is offering up to seven years of OS updates, which is unusual in this price segment. No other budget Android tablet offers this level of long-term software support. You also get some Google AI features out of the box on the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus, including access to Google Gemini, Circle to Search, and more.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus vs. Galaxy Tab A9 Plus: Cameras

When it comes to cameras, you shouldn't expect much from an Android tablet since most people aren't using one to shoot concerts or take photos outdoors. They're usually used for scanning documents and taking the occasional photo or video at home.

With that in mind, the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus features an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera for video calls and online meetings. This is the same setup found on the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, so performance should be similar on both devices.

We haven't tested the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus yet, but we'll update this page if we notice anything worth mentioning.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus vs. Galaxy Tab A9 Plus: Which should you buy?

All things considered, whether you should upgrade from the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus to the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus or buy the Tab A11 Plus as a new budget tablet depends on your situation.

If you're shopping for a new budget Android tablet, there's arguably no better option right now than the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus. It offers everything you need for casual use, and with up to seven years of OS updates, it'll stay supported for a long time, whether your kids use it or you do.

If you already own the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, though, upgrading might not make as much sense since most of the core features and hardware remain similar. The main upgrade is really the software, which the Tab A9 Plus will also get eventually.

There are small improvements like faster charging, more storage, and longer software support, but if you already own the Tab A9 Plus, you're still getting most of what the new model offers.

Getting a good deal on an e-reader can be a tricky business, so it's worth keeping your eyes peeled whenever Amazon is running a sale. Today, for instance, buyers can get 20% off the Amazon Kindle Colorsoft, representing $50 in savings on our favorite color e-reader on the market.

This particular deal for the Kindle Colorsoft is for the version without lockscreen ads. Despite being a color edition, it still feels like a high-contrast paper reading experience, not unlike some of the best E ink tablets, while still coming with 16GB of storage. It also has multiple contrast modes for reading, so you have some room to adjust the page displays to your liking.

The Colorsoft, being one of Amazon's premium e-readers, also features a pretty impressive battery life with each charge. Add in water resistance, a massive selection of titles, and a 7-inch display, and you're looking at a good discounted price on a solid device.

✅Recommended if: you want the best color Kindle available, offering access to several page customization options and reading modes; you'd prefer an e-reader that offers a long-lasting battery without sacrificing bright, high-contrast page displays; you want something with a screen of around 7 inches that can be used in a wide range of indoor and outdoor lighting conditions.

❌Skip this deal if: you don't care about having a color display and you'd rather save an extra hundred bucks on something in black and white; you'd prefer to go with a cheap tablet for reading than to spend the extra money on the Kindle lineup's paper displays; you'd prefer an e-reader with a smaller or larger screen.

The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft is a solid color e-reader, featuring a 7-inch color display, an IPX8 waterproof rating, wireless and USB-C charging, and a battery life of up to eight weeks. The display is 150 ppi in color, 300 ppi in black and white, and it also offers a 16-level gray scale brightness. At its normal price point, the Colorsoft might feel a little pricey for those who aren't really sure if they'll want a color display, though the $200 price tag definitely seems a little more appealing.

While the retailer also offers a "Signature Edition" Colorsoft model with more storage and a few other improved features, this deal is for the non-ad-supported edition with 16GB of onboard storage. Nevertheless, it's a pretty good price on the regular edition, whether you're a first-time e-reader buyer or you're looking to upgrade from an economy-level model.

With 2026 rapidly approaching, it shouldn't come as much of a surprise that we've been doing a lot of thinking about what the future holds. Not just because of the current global component shortage that's wreaking havoc across the board, but also because it's just how we do things around here for everything from phones and smartwatches to Chromebooks and tablets.

That being said, over the past year, we've seen a lot of ups and downs across the market. But it's probably safe to say that Google and Qualcomm kind of put the whole market on a "pause" during Snapdragon Summit 2025. And no, I'm not just talking about Chromebooks or just talking about tablets, but both categories.

It's not an "if," but a "when"

I get the feeling we'll soon see a merger between Android tablets and Chromebooks. I wrestle back and forth between it being an adaptation of Android 16's Desktop Mode, a redesigned ChromeOS experience, or something else entirely.

There's a non-zero chance I'm just overthinking things, and it'll just be Android desktop mode, tuned for a laptop form factor. If Google takes this approach, it might be able to cut out much of the extra bloat that comes with providing both a mobile interface and a desktop-like one.

As a result, we could be looking at devices that are even faster and snappier than the current crop of Chromebooks and tablets. Plus, there is already evidence of Qualcomm adding support for Android 16, presumably for its Snapdragon X series of processors.

Seeing as MediaTek stole the show in 2025 by bringing the Kompanio Ultra to Chromebooks, this could be Qualcomm's way of fighting back.

Chromebook, tablet, who cares. Just give me Google hardware

Given the current smattering of Chromebooks and tablets, Google's only offering is the Pixel Tablet. The problem here is that the clock's ticking, with the final major OS update arriving in mid-2026, before Google's tablet is relegated to two and a half more years of nothing but security patches (and possibly Pixel Drops).

However, when the bombshell dropped at the Snapdragon Summit, there weren't any mentions of a third party making the hardware behind Google's Android laptop. Again, it's probably a case of me borrowing Jerry Hildenbrand's tinfoil hat for a minute (thanks, Jerry). But perhaps this new category of devices is what sparks Google to get back into the laptop hardware game.

I've been pretty vocal about wanting an upgraded Pixel Tablet, and even more vocal when it comes to the rumored Pixelbook 2. Instead of delivering either of those, Google might have just been playing the long game, waiting until the chips fell into place so it could do just that, but with this new software.

Chromebooks and tablets aren't dead, or dying

Regardless of the sensationalized headlines you might find yourself coming across, neither Chromebooks nor tablets is actually going anywhere. Even with the supposed Pixel Laptop expected to be debuted at some point in 2026, this will just be an additional hardware category, as opposed to being a replacement for an existing one.

"How can you be sure?" you might be asking. In November, a report from Omdia claimed that tablet shipments are up by more than 5% compared to 2023, with Chromebooks growing by about 3.1%. Arguably just as impressive is that tablets have continued to grow in popularity for "seven consecutive quarters."

So not only is there still an apparent demand, but it may also indicate that the market is ready for something different. We're already starting to see it with Android phones, courtesy of Samsung's and Huawei's new tri-foldable phones. Perhaps Google wants to perform one of its patented public product experiments.

As always, I want more

This time last year, I commented about how I wanted to see more compact flagship tablets. Although it didn't come to fruition in the way I thought it might, we did see smaller powerhouse tablets such as the Legion Tab Gen 3, Lenovo Y700 (Gen 4), and RedMagic Astra. None of these options is larger than 9.06 inches, and two of the three are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite.

I hope to see this trend continue in 2026, as I'm also hoping some of those region-locked devices expand to North America (i.e. Lenovo's Y700.) But more importantly, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that more companies enter the mix. It would be awesome to see Samsung release a flagship Android tablet in the footprint of the Galaxy Tab A9.

On the flip side of things, even with the Pixel Laptop thingamajig probably on the way, I'm still holding out hope for a Pixel Tablet 2. Hell, I'd be happy if it were nothing more than a spec bump, leaving everything else the same, including compatibility with the Charging Speaker Dock.

Or, at the very least, I hope Google will make a surprise announcement about a new smart home interface that will "replace" the Android build on the Pixel Tablet, extending its lifespan even further. It's not like Google couldn't do it. The Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max are powered by ancient processors, so a streamlined smart home-focused interface should breeze through requests and tasks.

Who the hell knows anymore

I can sit here and keep beating the drum about how Chromebooks and tablets can keep improving. But the truth is, I have no earthly idea what's on the horizon. There is some concern about Google entering a new product category, potentially causing confusion in the ranks and throwing a wrench into everything.

We've been there before, and it wasn't until long after the Chromebook Plus branding was introduced that some semblance of order was restored. That's not to say I think this is what's going to happen, but I do think that Google has to walk a tightrope if that's the path it chooses to follow.

Then again, skyrocketing RAM and storage prices due to shortages could mean that 2026 ends up being another boring year with OEMs not willing to provide any groundbreaking releases.

What you need to know

• OnePlus is officially selling the Pad Go 2 in the U.S. for $400, with early buyers getting a free folio case or stylus.
• The 12.1-inch 120Hz LCD is the standout, offering high brightness and smooth scrolling that punch above its class.
• Expandable storage is back, with up to 256GB onboard plus a microSD slot.

OnePlus is finally bringing one of its most affordable tablets to the U.S., and it’s aimed at people who want a clean Android tablet experience without paying flagship prices.

You can now pick up the OnePlus Pad Go 2 from the company’s website for $400. If you buy it before the end of the year, you can choose a free folio case or a free stylus with your purchase.

At a glance, you’re getting a familiar OnePlus design language wrapped around a more budget-friendly core. The Pad Go 2 features a slim aluminum body, slim bezels, and a large display built for streaming, browsing, and light productivity.

The screen itself is a big selling point. You’re staring at a massive 12.1-inch LCD display that cranks up to a 120Hz refresh rate. With 900 nits of peak brightness, you can use it even outside on a sunny day, which is unusual for tablets in this price range. While it’s not OLED, it should still work well for daily use.

Solid mid-range specs

Inside, OnePlus replaced the older Helio G99 with the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra. It won’t outperform a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, but for streaming, light work, and casual gaming, it does the job well.

You’re also getting 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage, which you can expand via a microSD slot. That last part is a dying feature, so seeing it here is a genuine win for media hoarders.

This tablet has a 10,050mAh battery, which is much larger than the 8,000mAh battery in the first-gen OnePlus Pad Go. OnePlus says it can last for over 50 hours of music or 15 hours of video.

The software is a strong point for the Pad Go 2. It comes with OxygenOS for tablets, which includes split-screen multitasking, floating windows, and better app scaling than standard Android on large screens.

If you already have a OnePlus phone, features like quick file sharing and synced notifications help the tablet fit smoothly into your setup.

A good durable tablet deal can be hard to find, but with the holiday sales officially wrapping up, there are a few out there still worth checking out. For one, Amazon has chopped 24% off the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro, which is our favorite rugged tablet there is.

The Active 4 Pro is housed in a hard plastic shockproof shell, and it's also rated for water and dust resistance, making it perfect for those working outside or in industrial environments that require extra durability. It also comes with a programmable side button for useful commands, as well as the inclusion of the first-party Samsung S Pen.

This generation of the device also got improved performance and multitasking capabilities. It also includes a removable battery and battery-free use mode, along with support for LTE on the upgraded model. This particular deal is for the LTE-capable edition and for the model with 64GB of built-in storage.

✅Recommended if: you're looking for the best rugged tablet on the market and want something that's resistant to water, dust, falls, and more; having a long battery life is a priority for you when it comes to buying a tablet; you want something that's seamlessly compatible with Microsoft, Google, and other branded workspace tools.

❌Skip this deal if: you don't need something with the added durability of a hard plastic case and you'd prefer to go with a performance-driven device; you want a thin, lightweight device; you just need a basic household tablet for smart home controls or basic tasks.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro is a purpose-driven tablet for field workers, industrial environments, and other situations that require optimal durability. It's built with a hard plastic, shockproof housing that's resistant to falls and boasts an IP68 water and dust resistance rating, as well as use in extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Compared to the Galaxy Tab S8, the Active 4 Pro includes a programmable key for optimal workflow functionality, as well as an S Pen, and the aforementioned hard case that makes it substantially more durable. Samsung says the Active 4 Pro can get up to 15 hours of battery life per charge, while it also features a battery-free mode for more stationary work environments.

This particular deal is for the LTE-equipped version of the device, as well as the one with 64GB of storage. If that isn't enough for your needs, it also includes a microSD port that can be used to expand storage with an additional 1TB.

Chromebooks: B / Tablets: A

When you're as forward-focused as we are, it can be difficult to even remember what happened last month, let alone last year. There is a constant onslaught of new releases, software updates, and industry changes that are shifting and evolving. While the market for Chromebooks and tablets isn't as volatile as smartphones or wearables, 2025 surprised me in a few ways.

I guess that's to say that I'm thankful that I'm able to look back and review what my thoughts were at this time last year. Both Chromebooks and tablets were in a completely different place than they are today, and as 2025 comes to a close, it's time to reflect on how things played out over the past 12 months.

A rollercoaster of a year for Chromebooks and ChromeOS

For much of the year, things were fairly quiet with Chromebooks. Really, the first half of the year was more "ho-hum" than I expected, with new Chromebook releases being quite iterative. It wasn't entirely unexpected, as Samsung and Lenovo ended 2024 with a bang thanks to the former's return to the platform after a hiatus, and the latter bringing us another great hybrid option.

Fundamentally, there weren't many drastic changes made to ChromeOS, as Google shifted its focus to better implementing Gemini into the system. Little did I know that bigger plans were on the horizon for both the hardware and the software.

Flagship ARM chips bring x86 power without sacrificing battery life

The major shift didn't really begin until the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 was revealed in June, offering the "dream" Chromebook with excellent performance and incredible battery life. Lenovo certainly delivered, thanks to the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910, an ARM chip that goes toe-to-toe with some of the best traditional x86 chips found in Chromebooks.

Not only does this make for a very snappy Chromebook, but the Kompanio Ultra allowed Google to implement even more on-device Gemini functionality. Up to this point, a few AI tasks could be handled locally, but many still relied on cloud processing, potentially slowing your workflow. That's now changed, as you're now able to perform tasks like editing images with Gemini on your Chromebook.

It wouldn't be until September that we would see the Kompanio Ultra arrive in another option, as Acer picked up the mantle with its Chromebook Plus Spin 514. It offers the same level of performance as Lenovo's Chromebook, but has the benefit of sporting a convertible design, whereas the Lenovo sticks to a traditional laptop design.

Just as impressive, if not more so, is the battery life for these new Chromebooks. Both the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 and Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 are rated to last for up to 17 hours on a single charge. This is a far cry from the 8-10 hours we're used to seeing on many of the best Chromebooks that rely on x86 processors.

It's not all sunshine and rainbows in the Chromebook world

While it was awesome to see the Kompanio Ultra set a new standard for what Chromebooks should be capable of, only two OEMs are bringing these to the masses. Samsung seems to be just letting the Galaxy Chromebook Plus ride the wave for a while, while ASUS and HP have pushed more iterative releases.

Honestly, that's not really a big deal, as it's still nice to have a bit of competition in the space, regardless of the price range. However, I was frustrated by OEMs' unwillingness to release Chromebooks with higher storage configurations. Some have microSD card slots, which is great (in theory), but not always reliable.

I hoped we'd see at least one Chromebook with 1TB of storage, but we didn't even get one with 512GB. Well, at least not one released for consumers and not limited to businesses.

This could become a problem rather quickly. One concern is that as Chromebooks become more powerful, it opens the door to more on-device Gemini and AI functionality.

However, to perform tasks on-device, the necessary AI models must be accessible locally, so they must be downloaded. So it's not entirely inconceivable that your brand-new 128GB Chromebook really only has around 100GB of usable space, which simply isn't enough for a daily computing device.

The other problem is that a memory shortage is already driving up the prices of RAM and storage. Just as a brief example, take the SanDisk Extreme 1TB microSD card. For much of the past year, it's hovered around the $100 mark, reaching a low of about $76 back in October.

However, over the past two months, the price creep has led the microSD card to be priced at $140. The same can be said for the 2TB SanDisk Extreme microSD card, which had an average price of $180 over the past 6 months, only to now cost an eye-watering $270.

Really, all I can say is that we all need to buckle in while the AI boom drives prices through the roof.

Smaller flagship tablets are trickling in

Pivoting over to tablets, one of my biggest wishes coming into 2025 was that we would end up seeing smaller flagship tablets released. Man oh man, not only did we see that, but I'd almost go so far as to say it's becoming a trend with more and more options becoming available.

Lenovo kicked off the year in a big way by releasing the 8.8-inch Legion Tab Gen 3 here in the U.S., which is essentially just a rebranded Y700 2024 that was only available abroad. Lenovo also released the Y700 (Gen 4), powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, but the company has yet to bring that tablet to the U.S. market.

However, the RedMagic Astra arrived in June, bringing with it both a 9.06-inch OLED display and the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Unlike the Y700, the Astra is available here in the States, serving as the most powerful Android tablet that doesn't feel like you're carrying around a laptop.

I hope to see even more tablets under 10 inches released in 2026, but I'm also pretty happy with the current state.

Android tablets are actually good again

For those who don't care quite as much about having smaller, powerful tablets, 2025 was really a banner year for the category across the board. Samsung led the charge with its release of the Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, both of which are powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Plus.

OnePlus dethroned Samsung as the best Android tablet with the OnePlus Pad 3, which runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite and features an excellent 13.2-inch, 144Hz display. But it also comes equipped with plenty of great features to improve the experience, and I don't mean just by shoehorning AI into every facet of the software.

Lenovo and Xiaomi also released new flagship tablets, while Honor beat everyone else to the market with the MagicPad 3 Pro, the first tablet powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. I haven't gotten my hands on that one just yet, but I'll hopefully be able to change that in the near future.

Arguably, the best part of all this is that, aside from Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11, all these tablets can be had for under $1,000. For years, Samsung dominated the tablet market, but it seems the tide is finally beginning to shift, as more and more OEMs are entering the ring.

2026 might flip everything on its head

Looking back at the past year, there are reasons to be excited about both Chromebooks and tablets, regardless of your stance on one versus the other. However, it might not be long before the two converge into a single device, as Google and Qualcomm alluded to the potential of an Android-powered laptop at the most recent Qualcomm Summit.

At the moment, we don't really know much about what a supposed Android Laptop powered by Qualcomm would look like, aside from trying out Desktop Mode in Android 16. I can't imagine this being the replacement for ChromeOS, as the platform continues to grow and is heavily relied upon in schools. But I'm also intrigued by how this will be positioned in a market dominated by Windows and macOS.

Then again, this could just be an experiment with Google, wanting to see where it goes before deciding what the future holds. Or it could really spell the beginning of the end for Chromebooks and even laptop-replacement tablets like the Tab S11 Ultra.

I'm excited to see what's to come as we head into 2026, as I hope both Chromebooks and Android tablets continue to grow in popularity. That said, I am also concerned about the dark clouds moving in across the tech space as a whole, and what the space will look like if memory shortages continue to plague the industry.

If you're looking for a cheap e-reader this winter, you're in luck with Amazon's latest Kindle deal. Right now, buyers can get 18% off the Amazon Kindle, bringing the retailer's base-level e-reader down to just $90.

The 2024 edition of the deviceis the best entry-level Kindle on the market, offering an affordable price, combined with an easy-to-read display, plenty of storage for most casual readers, and a compact design that makes it more comfortable to hold than past iterations. It's also a battery life powerhouse, and it's made from 75% recycled plastics and 90% recycled magnesium.

This particular deal is available for both the Black and Matcha colors that the device comes in. It's worth noting that this price is also for a lockscreen ad-supported version of the e-reader, though you can pay a little more to have those removed. Buyers also have the option to bundle the device with 3 months of Kindle Unlimited, which offers access to over 4 million titles.

✅Recommended if: you want a tablet with a good-looking, easy-on-the-eyes display and you like a roughly 6-inch device; battery life is important to you when it comes to an e-reader; you want a device with Bluetooth and integration with platforms like Audible.

❌Skip this deal if: you need an e-reader that also features water resistance; you'd rather upgrade to the Paperwhite model and you have the budget to do so; you want a Kindle that you can also use with a stylus for writing notes, annotating, and more.

The base model of the Amazon Kindle is a great pick for just about anyone looking to get into e-readers, especially because of its small size, its up to 6 weeks of battery life, and its improved 6-inch screen.

Compared to the 2022 Amazon Kindle, the retailer says that the 2024 model is 25% brighter at max, offering a screen as bright as the upgraded Paperwhite. It also offers improved performance for a smoother, quicker page turn, and other enhanced display features such as the adjustable front warm light. The 6-inch display features a 300ppi resolution, and 16-level gray scale for an easy-to-read, high contrast interface.

It also includes a USB-C port for charging, Bluetooth compatibility, integration with reading apps like Audible, and an overall great design that's not bad to hold, even during long reading periods.

Perhaps the most significant downside to the base-level Kindle is its lack of a water resistance rating, though it's still a good pick at this price if that isn't a dealbreaker for you.

Holiday season tablet deals are now well underway, offering some great last-minute gift ideas to those in need. One example includes the fact that Amazon has cut 32% off the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, which is our favorite cheap tablet on the market.

Although it's technically a last-gen device, the A9 Plus has remained our top cheap pick throughout 2025. This is because it still offers a top-notch value-to-quality proposition, with solid battery life, fast charging, and an 11-inch screen that's not bad despite being an LCD. The tablet also comes with a quick processor for high-level performance compared to the competition, and the extra $70 for the holidays doesn't hurt either.

This is for the base-level, 64GB version of the tablet, and the deal is available for both the Silver and Graphite colors. If you need more storage, the 128GB configuration is also receiving a nice 26% discount.

✅Recommended if: you're looking for a tablet for under $150 that won't compromise much on battery life, performance speeds, or display quality; you don't mind using a microSD port to get over 64GB of onboard storage; you like a tablet with a larger screen of around 11 inches.

❌Skip this deal if: you'd rather upgrade to a later-gen device and you don't mind spending the extra money to do so; you're looking for a tablet with a bright AMOLED display rather than an LCD screen; you prefer a smaller tablet than one with an 11-inch screen.

There's more than one reason that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is the best cheap tablet, even being an old release. The A9 Plus launched last year, but it still holds up for packing a serious punch despite the low price tag.

Faster-than-expected performance speeds are backed by the Snapdragon 695 5G processor and 4GB of RAM, while the device also boasts a decent 90Hz, 11-inch LCD display. The A9 Plus also includes Dolby Atmos quad speakers, and a microSD port for up to 1TB of expanded storage, along with 5MP front and 8MP rear cameras. The unit also includes a massive 7,040mAh battery, paired with fast charging that can quickly replenish battery life.

Users also like the large screen size for its use when multi-tasking, as the Galaxy device will also let users open multiple active windows at once. This combined with the discounted price point makes it a good pick for anyone in need of a cheap tablet option that will still offer plenty of functionality.

Christmas is just around the corner, and there is no shortage of epic Android tablet deals to make your holidays extra special. The surprising part is that it isn't just cheap tablets or basic couch companions receiving discounts this time around: nope, some of the most versatile and powerful tablets ever built are currently receiving historic price drops at Amazon, and I've dropped five of my favorite deals below.

• See the full list of tech deals at Amazon

Whether you want the super-powered OnePlus Pad 3 (our #1 favorite Android tablet of 2025) or the rugged and ready-for-anything Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro, Amazon's holiday sale has you covered. The hard part is choosing the right discounted device before the Christmas day cutoff. If you're trying to get a gift by December 25th, you better act fast.

TOP 5 deals from Amazon's Android tablet sale

What is the best Android tablet?

Although we generally consider the OnePlus Pad 3 to be the best Android tablet for most people, it really depends on how you plan to use your new device. Do you need a tablet for reading books or streaming TV shows? Do you need a powerhouse of performance for gaming or heavy file management? Answering this question first is crucial to deciding which tablet is right for you.

What is the best cheap Android tablet?

If I had to pick one tablet around 200 bucks (or less), it'd be the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus. Regularly discounted to around $199.99, this Samsung tablet boasts a lightweight aluminum build with great battery life and a few premium specs you don't usually get in this price range, such as stereo speakers and a microSD card slot.

If you want to spend even less, it's worth mentioning that the Amazon Fire line of tablets offers great bang for the buck. The Amazon Fire HD 8, for instance, is currently chilling at just 70 bucks during Amazon's holiday sale.

Can I use a tablet instead of a laptop?

Definitely! Many of the best Android tablets deliver as much performance as a modern laptop, and it's an easy way to have a dual-purpose device that you can take with you wherever you go. You can even pair your new device with a keyboard case for the full laptop experience. The only catch is that you should expect to pay a pretty penny for models that offer laptop-level performance.

Welcome to Ask Jerry, where we talk about any and all the questions you might have about the smart things in your life. I'm Jerry, and I have spent the better part of my life working with tech. I have a background in engineering and R&D and have been covering Android and Google for the past 15 years.

I'm also really good at researching data about everything — that's a big part of our job here at Android Central — and I love to help people (another big part of our job!). If you have questions about your tech, I'd love to talk about them.

Email me at askjerryac@gmail.com, and I'll try to get things sorted out. You can remain anonymous if you like, and we promise we're not sharing anything we don't cover here.

I look forward to hearing from you!

How to make a dirty girl clean

Anon asks:

This question may sound dumb, but I definitely do not want to ruin my phone.

I keep the screen clean every day using a cloth I got from Verizon, but what else can I do to clean things like the speaker holes and slit between the screen and the body? I'm positive there are things I shouldn't do, so I'm asking you.

Thanks

Hiya Anon! And yes, at first this one was a pass for me, and I thought the question was a bit too simple. Then I got to thinking — I'm sure every one of us cleans their phone a different way, and I'll bet a lot of us do it the wrong way!

So, all in all, thanks for asking. The simple questions are often the most important.

I'm going to explain how I clean phones and tablets, but most importantly, I'm going to talk about what not to do. If it gets things clean without any sort of damage or wear, then it's the right way.

Every day I wipe the screen. I use one of these little gadgets (I love these things) for both the inside screen and front display of my Motorola Razr. I have no idea what the fluid inside them is, but it works and is supposed to be guaranteed not to harm anything.

Speaking of fluids, never, ever use window cleaner or ammonia to clean your phone's screen. Both leave residue when they dry, and if even a single drop seeps inside your phone, it can be ruined. If you have a really bad spot (TMI: I once sneezed on my phone screen. Yuck!), use distilled water (not tap water or "drinking" water, distilled only!). Put a drop on your cleaning cloth and sort of scrub the mess away.

To be extra safe, when you're done (or if you sneezed on it), use a second cloth and some 90%+ Isopropyl alcohol all over the front, back, and sides. This kills germs and dries mostly streak-free.

When it needs it (like every month or so), everything gets a proper cleaning. I shut the phone off and remove any case or doohickies that may be attached. The case goes into the bathroom sink, and I wash it with warm, soapy water, then give it an alcohol rub. Set it aside and let it dry.

Next, I give the screen(s) a good cleaning as I described above. While I'm at it, I pay special attention to the camera lenses to make sure they don't have smudgy fingerprints or worse.

Then I want to clean the speaker and microphone holes, as well as the charging port. You can do this in several ways: use a soft-bristled dry toothbrush to go over them, use a wooden toothpick to flick out all the dirt and crusty stuff, or, what I think is best, use a chunk of BlueTak or Silly Putty. Just press it gently in place, count to five, then peel it — and the dirt — away.

Along the edge of the screen, I run a wooden toothpick along the tiny gap and weasel out any dirt that got in there next. When all this is done, I give the screen another wipe or two, then disinfect with some alcohol. Once the case is bone dry, I put it back on.

Done!

Notice I didn't mention things like ultrasonic jewelry cleaners or gadgets like the ones PhoneSoap makes. I would never use an ultrasonic cleaner on a phone because that is a sure way to force liquid inside. Yeah, the liquid may be safe and dry without any residue, but I'd rather play it safe.

As for PhoneSoap and similar products, they should be safe to use for disinfection. I just like the cheap version of using alcohol. You need to wipe and clean your phone anyway, so it only takes a minute longer.

Finally, you can get things so dirty that you need to let someone who can open the phone take a look and clean it up. You probably shouldn't take your phone with you when you're doing something like mudbogging or riding in an airboat, but if you did and it got extra muddy or was dunked in muddy water, stop.

Turn your phone off right away, then take it to a repair shop. If you're the type that tears things apart yourself, take everything apart and hose it down thoroughly with CRC Quick Dry electronic cleaner; circuit boards, ribbon connectors, all of it. Give it an hour to dry completely, then try to put it back together. Good luck.

Jerry's big list of things to never do

• Use ammonia or window cleaner on your phone screen.
• Use bleach to clean or disinfect your phone.
• Use compressed air to try to blow out the tiny holes and crevices.
• Dunk your phone in any liquid, including water, to try to clean it.
• Stick it in the dishwasher.

Any or all of these is a quick way to needing a new phone. Just because someone says your phone is "waterproof" or "dustproof" (it's not) doesn't mean you can use any harsh liquids, high pressure, or heat.

Take a few minutes and be careful with the gadget you depend on and that you spent so much money on. It's worth it.

What you need to know

• Amazon announced a generative AI feature, which resembles a classic chatbot, called "Ask this book."
• Users will soon notice an "Ask" feature when highlighting content in stories, which lets them ask the AI about a book's plot, characters, and more in a "spoiler-free" manner.
• Amazon says this feature will hit Android users in 2026; however, there are some concerns from authors and publishers about rights/copyright.

Amazon's preparing a new AI-powered feature for its Kindle app for mobile devices that aims to give readers insight into the stories they're reading.

The company announced the feature through a blog post, stating users will soon receive "Ask this book" in the Kindle app. Amazon claims that the purpose of the generative AI feature, which resembles an AI chatbot, is to make it "easier for you to stay immersed in your books." Users can highlight any part of a book they're reading to get started with "Ask this book."

The elements the AI can respond to seem relatively wide-arching. The blog post states the AI can deliver details about the story's plot, character relationships, and thematic elements "without disrupting your reading flow."

Amazon adds that its generative AI software can answer questions about highlighted portions in a "spoiler-free" manner. It was stated that the AI responds quickly. When highlighting a section of a book, users will notice an "Ask" button in the hovering menu. From there, users can enter their query before being placed in a formal chat with the AI.

The post suggests using the pre-made queries if you're looking to get going even faster, as well as your personally crafted question. "Ask this book" is rolling out for iOS devices in the Kindle app for U.S. users; however, Android readers will have to wait until 2026. Joining this is "Recaps," a feature that lets Kindle and Kindle app users on iOS gain a refresher about their favorite series after the downtime between book releases.

Not everyone's excited to dive in

Amazon's "Ask this book" has been making its rounds, and after the feature was highlighted by Publisher Lunch, there's uncertainty behind its effects on rightsholders (via Writer Beware). The publication didn't receive a definitive answer from Amazon about the "process and protections" it would grant authors and publishers, since this AI was deployed without their knowledge.

More importantly, it's also unclear about "the rights they are relying on to do this in the first place."

The Kindle app's relatively tame; however, an update from earlier this year directly affected Kindle users who relied on a key PC feature. Beginning in February, Amazon started removing the availability of Kindle's download and backup to PC feature via USB transfer. It's been speculated that the move was to try to quell the DRM removal issue that's plagued its digital books. This PC feature removal does not impact Kindle app users.

Those who previously enjoyed this Kindle USB transfer feature retain the “Deliver or Remove from Device” option.

If you're looking for an awesome Android tablet deal to round out your holiday shopping, it's time to call off the search. The OnePlus Pad 3, our #1 favorite tablet of 2025, just scored a 17% discount at Amazon, knocking the device back down to its lowest price ever recorded.

For a little perspective, that's the same discount that we saw during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales last month. I thought we were done seeing great discounts on the Android tablet until the new year, but I'm more than happy to be proven wrong on this one. 

✅Recommended if: you want one of the best flagship tablets on the market, with a great display, powerful performance, and a lightweight, portable build; you suffer from PWM sensitivity.

❌Skip this deal if: you must have an OLED display or a fingerprint scanner; you need a microSD slot for expandable storage.

While everyone else may immediately jump on the latest iPad or Samsung tablet to stick under the tree, the OnePlus Pad 3 triumphs over the competition in a few key areas. As described in our glowing 4.5/5-star review, the flagship tablet has an incredible price-to-performance ratio, with a stunning 13.2-inch LCD 144Hz display, the unrivalled Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a thin, lightweight build straight out of the box.

Thanks to the 12GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage, the OnePlus Pad 3 is powerful enough for gaming and large file management alike, while the 12,140mAh battery should last you up to 17 hours on a single charge. The device also boasts an 8-speaker stereo audio system, which is just as cool as it sounds, and there are plenty of first-party accessories to trick out the tablet to your heart's desire.

As with any device, there are trade-offs with the OnePlus Pad 3. You won't get as many AI features as you would with a Samsung Galaxy Tab or iPad, and the lack of a microSD slot is a bit disappointing (although a portable SSD will get the job done just as well). All in all, these drawbacks are pretty minor, and I'd choose the OnePlus Pad 3 over its mainstream rivals any day of the week — especially when you slap on a Black Friday-level discount.

More holiday shopping 2025 - quick links

• Best Buy: up to 50% off Chromebooks, Android phones, and more
• Amazon: major discounts on headphones, smart home tech
• Walmart: price drops on ASUS laptops, locked phones
• Samsung: new Galaxy XR headset, trade-in opportunities
• Verizon: free phones with new line, trade-in
• T-Mobile: free Galaxy phones, $300 back w/ 5G Home Internet
• Mint Mobile: 50% off Pixel 10, BOGO Unlimited plans
• AT&T: get a free Z Flip 7 with trade-in, new line