As well as announcing a wealth of additional hardware to the Amazon Fire range of products this week, that include a new child friendly tablet, a new Fire TV set-top box that supports 4K ultra HD playback as well as a new Fire tablet priced at just $50.
Amazon has also added two new larger tablets to its range of Fire devices in the form of the Fire HD 8 and 10 tablets that start priced at $150 and $230 respectively.
Specifications and Features
The new tablets come supplied running Amazon’s Fire OS 5 operating system that is based on Google’s Android 5.1 software and come equipped with IPS displays together with 1GB of RAM. The IPS display technology ensures that users get vibrant colors and wide viewing angles, making it ideal for watching movies, playing games, or reading eBooks.
Other features include up to 16GB of internal storage within the 8-inch tablet and up to 32GB of storage for the larger 10-inch model. Both of which can be expanded further thanks to the inclusion of a microSD slot, up to a maximum of 128 GB. This expandable storage is particularly useful for users who want to store a large number of apps, photos, videos, and other media without worrying about running out of space.
Enhanced User Experience
The Fire OS 5 operating system offers a user-friendly interface that is designed to make it easy for users to navigate through their content. It includes features such as Amazon’s exclusive ASAP (Advanced Streaming and Prediction) technology, which learns what movies and shows you like and gets them ready to stream instantly. Additionally, the tablets come with Amazon Underground, a one-of-a-kind app store experience where over $10,000 in apps, games, and even in-app items are actually free.
Moreover, the tablets are integrated with Amazon’s digital assistant, Alexa, allowing users to perform a variety of tasks using voice commands. Whether you want to check the weather, play music, or control smart home devices, Alexa is there to assist you.
The Fire HD 8 and 10 tablets also feature dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos audio, providing an immersive sound experience that enhances video playback and gaming. The battery life is another strong point, with the Fire HD 8 offering up to 12 hours of mixed-use battery life and the Fire HD 10 providing up to 10 hours.
For those who are concerned about durability, Amazon has designed these tablets to be robust. They have been tested to withstand everyday wear and tear, making them suitable for both adults and children.
The two new Amazon tablets are expected to start shipping on September 30th and are now available to preorder directly from the Amazon website via the links below.
Latest Geeky Gadgets Deals
Disclosure: Some of our articles include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, Geeky Gadgets may earn an affiliate commission. Learn about our Disclosure Policy.
