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I am replacing a Nexus 10 that is becoming problematic and slow, requiring a factory reset every few weeks to keep it from becoming too slow to use. I already attempted to solve this cheaply myself with an RCA Maven Pro 12", and the screen is god awful and it's slower in its best state than the Nexus 10 is when it needs a factory reset. Other things about the Maven Pro make it attractive, but it's truly a piece of junk to be avoided.

So, my usage for this tablet will consist of:

• Video consumption, 1080p 60fps. Youtube/Netflix/Plex/Twitch.tv
  
• Chat in hangouts / twitch streams
  
• Control of ssh terminal to remote systems
  
• VNC control of remote systems
  
• eBook reading
  
• Reddit via sync for reddit
  
• Web Browsing
  
• SDR Applications for RF monitoring
  
  
  Although the screen on the Maven Pro is awful, the size is just incredible. It allows for the device to truly act like a tiny laptop and the media consumption experience is far better than even the 10 inch screen it replaces. Normally, availability of recent versions of android is top of my list of requirements, but at larger screen sizes that tends to just not be possible. The options that I have not already tried in the 12"+ size category that I am aware of are:
  
  
• Galaxy Note 12 Pro - Expensive, outdated version of android, but it has a very fast processor and the screen is reputed to be worth killing babies for. Very strong contender, especially since there is a very nice OEM keyboard option for it and it seems that there is some LineageOS support for this device as well.
  
• Chuwi Hi12 - Cheap as hell, very very nice IPS screen, limited LineageOS support (which may be going away due to drivers no longer in mainline kernels). Keyboard from OEM is reported to be absolute garbage, so an alternative keyboard solution may be needed, but at this price, it wouldn't be too bad. Performance is reported to be mediocre at best, but it will be better than the RCA Maven Pro. If Lineage OS support continues, I would expect performance to increase. Also includes windows 10, which would be an interesting bonus, as well as the option to run ubuntu instead of windows or android. Another negative: touchscreen accuracy is awful when using any sort of screen protector (shitty digitizer).
  
• Virgin Mobile TellyTablet - Perfect form factor to go along with media consumption use case. I can't seem to find one in the US, so I may have to get it shipped from the UK. ROM support may be spotty, so thats another negative, and portability will be iffy as well. Pretty much an unknown for me, as I've never seen one in person.
  
  
  What other 12 inch or larger tablets are there that run android? I'm pretty flexible on most parameters, so long as the screen size is 12 inches or larger and doesn't have craptastic viewing angles like the Maven Pro. Hell, if I could pay to have a decent processor and IPS display put in the Maven Pro, I'd do it.
  
  Thanks in advance!

Happy to help you out nevereven :-) cool name by the way. Sorry for taking so long, get the Huawei + Harman Kardon MediaPad M3 8.0 Octa Core 8.4inch Android android tablet its a good substitute for the K1 and a bit over $250 but a good price.

With its compact yet sizable 8.4-inch display, long-lasting battery and dual-1W Harmon Kardon speakers, this tablet’s name says it all. From YouTube videos to movies, this is one of the best options out there if you’re looking for a tablet on which to consume media. Even though we’ve found gaming to be somewhat choppy at times, it is capable of playing high-end 3D games with few issues.

The Huawei MediaPad M3 offers an immersive display, great audio and long-lasting battery life and while gaming can be somewhat choppy, it is capable of playing high-end 3D games with few issues. You can also make phone calls with it, if you’re into that sort of thing. Go for it :-)
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Specs
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8.4-inch IPS LCD display with 1600 x 2560 resolution, 359 ppi

Octa-core Hisilicon Kirin 950 processor

4 GB of RAM

32/64 GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 256 GB

8 MP rear camera, 8 MP front camera

Android 6.0 Marshmallow

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LB08BH6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1486913121&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=huawei+mediapad+m3&dpPl=1&dpID=41kUWXB5y4L


And here's CNET's review:

https://www.cnet.com/products/huawei-mediapad-m3/review/

Haha. I clearly did not read your entire post, or I would've noticed that you mentioned this tablet. Whoops. Anyway, as the previous owner of the Nexus 7 2012 and 2013, this thing is amazing. I love how they got rid of the back, home, and menu buttons entirely. You can add them to the screen if you like, and in multiple configurations, or even have a small floating button that expands and has them. Or, you can ditch them entirely, in favor of the intuitive single physical button, below the screen. You tap once to go back, hold to go home, or swipe left or right in leui of the menu button. Also, 4GB of RAM and this screen is gorgeous! I'm never going back.

Funny you should mention, as my wife has a Zenpad s 8. Asus's marketing is confusing, as they seem to have three versions (Z580C - 1.33GHz/2GB, Z580CA - 1.83GHz/2GB and 2.3GHz/4GB). The lower end Z580CA and the Z580C seem to get mixed up together.

Wife has the Z580CA 1.83GHz/2GB/32GB model, and it's great. Snappy fast, absolutely stunning screen quality. I don't know how well it will perform emulation-wise. Haven't tried that, but I'm considering it as a future replacement for my Shield. I wouldn't give the 1.33GHz version a second look though, too low end. Though I suppose you can get lucky. We bought the C version, but at the time I don't think there was a 1.33GHz model, so we got the 1.83 GHz Z3560/PowerVR model.

But yeah, the Zenpad S 8 looks pretty sweet, and I've never seen a tablet or a phone with such a beautiful display, it's literally the best looking screen I've ever seen on a portable device.

I think when I get home I'm gonna see if we still have the Zenpad's box, because I swear it was the C version, despite the faster chip in it. Specifically bought the Asus Zenpad S 8 Z580C-B1-BK here, but the page now specifies the lower end model... odd.

I just bought myself the Tab S 8.4 and purchased one of Logitech's Bluetooth Tablet Keyboards with it. I hunted around for a keyboard case, but none of them really impressed me nor looked like they could withstand everyday wear-and-tear. The Logitech syncs up easily, works well with Android, and also feels great. Both the keyboard--which comes with a case--and the tablet take up hardly any space in my backpack, which is very important because I'll be using the tablet for all of my classes next semester along with the keyboard for any of my programming courses.

The Asus Zenpad S8 looks quite good. It's got an 8 inch retina screen which looks gorgeous, it's perfectly competent in terms of specs, and you've got it for 180 bucks which gives you some breathing room for a cover or something. Plus, it's Prime-enabled.

The Zenpad is available from Amazon Warehouse for $150. It has 2gb of Ram and an Atom processor:

https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-ZenPad-Z580CA-C1-BK-64-Tablet/dp/B011TVF5QC?tag=at88-20&th=1

Do you think the $50 is worth it over the Shield? Or should I just save my money and go for the better tablet? It seems like the Zenpad has a better battery. Both have Nougat, and they have different aspect ratios (I don't know which ratio I prefer).

The amazon reviews seem to be very positive about this tablet: http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-MeMO-ME170C-8G-BK-7-Inch-Tablet/dp/B00L5H2RT4

I am sure it will do the job, but reading through the reviews is always a good idea :)

The S2 is a good choice if you can get it cheap otherwise consider this newer tablet as an option: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MATMXZV


To be honest screen quality won't be really noticeable if you are viewing it from afar or just using it for sound but if you really like high quality resolution and crisp definition the 2k screen on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 and Asus Zenpad 3S will blow you away.


I use a Huawei Mediapad M3 but it is 8.4 inches not 9.7 like the others so the small size difference might be offputting for your use case scenario.

The Tab A is a last gen tablet for some reason trying to be new gen.. very dated specs.. the screen isn't bad it's just the newer ones which are very little in price difference are many times better. Also I am not even sure if the tablet can support resolutions above 480p on YouTube and other media streaming or viewing sources so that might be a drawback, a bummer.

I'm looking for a tablet for school: onenote, stylus use/note taking. Attached stylus is a plus.
Outside of school I would use it for primarily video watching, browsing, and occasional music making apps (like g-stomper).
I've been looking at the Yoga 3.
USB C is a plus, but not for a huge price increase. Budget under $200.

Thanks for your help!

Which one do you think is better for just streaming video to my TV the 8" or the 10.6" I'm not too well versed on what all the GHZ and everything mean lol.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018AAL1PY?aaxitk=S.D6mf.qDPFX2GY.AdZWDA

^ That's the 10.6"

I appreciate the help!

the new Nvidia Shield Tablet has a pen for solid note taking and a nice sized 8" screen. Many favorable reviews. I have contemplated trading in my Nexus 7 for it. Some pluses:

• Front facing speakers (prime for watching anything on it)
  
• Brand new k1 processor (beastly fast, 3rd fastest tablet on the market)
  
• Pen for taking notes (palm rejection)
  
• 8" screen for portability and usability
  
• Expandable storage through SD card
  
• Stock-ish android
  
  Reviews:
  
  http://www.engadget.com/2014/08/14/nvidia-shield-tablet-review/
  
  http://www.techradar.com/us/reviews/pc-mac/tablets/nvidia-shield-tablet-1258255/review
  
  Amazon:
  
  http://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-940-81761-2500-000-SHIELD-Tablet-WiFi/dp/B00LM6KF7O

Did you check out the [Dell Venue 8 7840] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YY3WDSQ/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dimz04-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00YY3WDSQ&linkId=511f8800742cc04b747ee71cc597b770) and [Nexus 7 2013 7-Inch] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DVFLJKQ/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dimz04-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00DVFLJKQ&linkId=337ee59bd28043684eff292f7dca2016) They are both great tablets at the price you recommended and compare to the other tablets you suggested you should consider battery life and storage essential when using those apps.

I was just shopping for a tablet. I mainly use em to watch movies and read comics.
i actually brought 3 and planned to return the other 2. But IDK because the Android ones are so cheap.

The ZTE Trek 2... It's only $60 on Amazon / ebay... but this is amazing tablet 0 lag. looks great. only problem is it isn't 1080p (only 720p) but i dont really care. https://www.amazon.com/ZTE-tablet-Unlocked-Android-Marshmallow-x/dp/B01M5IJYBR/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1542853469&sr=1-3&keywords=att+trek

The Amazon HD Fire ($99 on Amazon for sale or $70 on ebay) is a great buy too. Better screen than the ZTE. just its annoying to have to install apps on it. and it feels gigantic for some reason.

• $449.99 Newegg (ebay) *your link
  
• $499.99 Tiger direct
  
• $585.97 Newegg (store)
  
• $599.00 Amazon
  
• $599.00 Bestbuy
  
  
  I see refurbished for 1 dollar cheaper than the newegg ebay store. So if your link you posted is in fact "new" I think you found the best deal. Of course.. who knows what deals might pop up in the next 24-48 hours.

I'm looking to buy a budget tablet for a long road trip, just to keep the passenger entertained and for watching movies when we're off the road.

Looking for streaming video, reading books/news, GPS. Cell data would be great, but not essential as I can use my phone as a hot spot, and after the road trip the tablet will just be staying home. No gaming (we have another device just for games, but it can't do anything else). My budget is $150.

Options I'm considering, although I'm open to other suggestions:

• ZTE Trek 2 8"
  
• Samsung Galaxy Tab E Lite7"
  
• Lenovo Tab 10
  
  Edit: Also considering an Amazon Fire... I'd rather have an Android, but it seems like it's hard to beat the value of the fire.

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Tablet-Keyboard-Windows-Android3-0/dp/B009JPBPWO/ref=dp_ob_title_ce

Logitech made two of those keyboards, one for iPad and one for Android/Windows. I have one for my iPad Pro and I love it. The protective case for the keyboard folds out into a stand for your tablet.

Probably not the first gen as those are ancient and terrible.

The tab As are kinda low end and weak, with not a lot of ram or storage, but they're about what you can find for that price. I mean for a kid they're okay I guess but they might be a bit slow and stuff. Never used one but I do have experience with lower end tabs with similarish specs.

You might be better off with something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Huawei-Mediapad-Quad-Core-1-4GHz-Android/dp/B0746NMXXW/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1518901626&sr=1-2&keywords=huawei+t3&dpID=410UYcDEemL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Or this:

https://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-Android-Quad-Core-Processor-ZA2B0009US/dp/B07193VPNF/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1518901670&sr=1-3&keywords=lenovo+tab+4

Or maybe this:

https://www.amazon.com/Android-PixelMaster-TouchScreen-Quad-Core-Processor/dp/B01FGCXUDU

Leaning towards the Huawei MediaPad M3 on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LB08BH6/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza

Not too sure yet though. The Nexus 7 really was my baby and so incredibly reliable. It's like getting over an ex-girlfriend.

Get the [Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 - 10.1" ] (https://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-Yoga-Tab-Processor-ZA0H0022US/dp/B019THTH3A)

Great battery life, very good screen and speakers. Also the built-in​ kickstand is excellent.

It's basically made for this task, good looking kitchen tablet.

There's a custom recovery but no custom ROMs yet. But since there's almost no bloatware it's not a problem. It's basically a stock Android tablet. I've backed up and rooted both an 8" and a 10" put AdAway and a YouTube ad blocker them.

Amazon has it new for 297.99 as well. I almost pulled the trigger, but I am going to wait and see for Prime day.

get a nvidia shield k1 and call it a day. u really can't go wrong for $200

Nvidia Shield K1

After 2 days of looking at 10" Tablet (8" looks too small but I'm still looking at them) for 350€~ I'm a little bit lost, I'm looking for something that have a good battery, can handle multimedia without problem, not really interested by games and I will buy a bluetooth keyboard to write.

Due to different taxes in France my choices are between the Asus Zenpad 3S 10 (Asus Z500M) and the Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus, both are at 320€~ here in France.

Both of them have pros and cons but I'm not sure if I am in the right or if there is something else better than both of them for my use. I have poor knowledge of phone/tablet environment.

I would go for the Lenovo Tab 4, 10.1" Android Tablet

check out this lenovo yoga tab 3

Samsung Galaxy Tab A SM-P580NZKAXAR 10.1-Inch 16 GB, Tablet with S Pen (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LFV5SI6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6gn4BbTAXRX92

Probably this one?

Dragon Touch X10 10-Inch 16GB Octa Core Tablet with 5.0 MP Camera and Android 5.1 Lollipop https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018AAL1PY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6mz6xbNFWXTR5

hey, you're rgith, it's currently unavailable, guess i bouth them at the right time:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0171BS9CG/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You could look for a 2012 nexus 7 Those will probably go for cheap.

I also found the Asus Memo Pad

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07193VPNF

US btw.

seems no one is listing the 'plus' versions which has sd 625 rather than 425 i think.

Ended up going with a Astro Tab A10 for ~$100. Met the criteria (needs a ROM flashed for a newer OS version, but that is okay).

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01B50DXEI

I have no affiliation besides that I bought a pair just a few minutes back.

First off, I don't know your budget, so I figured about $300 US max.

Tablets I have found with newer Android systems:

1. 10.1 inch Lenovo Tab 4 for $165 US (Nougat)
   
2. 8 inch Samsung Galaxy Tab A for $187.99 US (Nougat)
   
3. USED 8 inch LG G Pad for $99.70 + $5.12 US shipping on Amazon, lowest price (Lollipop) This tablet was on the AT&T carrier, but since you say all you need it for is a alarm control panel, that's not an issue.
   
4. I would have a Amazon Kindle on here, but your app is not on the Amazon appstore, however if you want a Kindle (Fire 7 starts at $49.99 US) You can get the APK and install it on the Kindle.
   
   That's some recommendations for now, if I find anymore I'll update this list.

My Nexus 7 2013 just shit the bed 2 days ago. Ordered the New Fire HD 8 tablet for $49. You can supposively install the Google Play Store within 5 minutes.

even a kindle fire HD has 1.5 GB of RAM.
Look how slow it responds around 2.10 - 2.20

Shit tablet. Spend two times the money for something you actually enjoy, or even less if you can live with lower res.