Best Cheap Android Tablets

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The Cheapest Android Tablet for 2012

If you would like to get an Android tablet but can't spend a lot, then you may be able to get away with buying a cheap Android tablet.

In general, the cheaper tablets that are available have less features than their higher-priced counterparts. They will have 7 inch screens and only 16GB of storage space. This may be fine depending on the intended use.

>>See Android Tablets under $300<<

Not everyone can afford an iPad or a high-level Android tablet and a cheap tablet PC is a fine alternative, especially for your first tablet.

Here we will highlight some of the best cheap Android tablets available in 2012.

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The Kindle Fire

Amazon Tablet

The Kindle Fire took 2011 by storm. It is now the bestselling Android tablet.

Kindle Fire, Full Color 7" Multi-touch Display, Wi-Fi

Amazon Price: $199.00 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

Comes with 1 month free of Amazon Prime.

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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The following Android tablets are all under $300 with a 3 star or greater rating from Amazon reviewers.

The Coby Kyros MID7012

7 inch Android tablet

Coby Kyros 7-Inch Android 2.3 4 GB Internet Touchscreen Tablet - MID7012-4G (Black)

Amazon Price: $83.87 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

Usually ships in 1-2 business days

ViewSonic gTablet

Bestselling cheap android tablet

ViewSonic gTablet with 10" Multi-Touch LCD Screen, Android OS 2.2

Amazon Price: $250.00 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

This tablet by ViewSonic is under $300. It has a 10" LCD touchscreen but weighs only 1.5 pounds. The majority of consumers seem happy with this affordable Android tablet.

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Vizio 8 inch Tablet

Affordable tablet

This Vizio tablet is fairly new but customer reviews are quite mixed.

VIZIO 8-Inch Tablet with WiFi - VTAB1008

Amazon Price: $199.95 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

Worth mentioning but be cautious of the mixed reviews.

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Coby Kyros Tablet

Very affordable

Coby Kyros 4 GB 7-Inch Tablet with Touchscreen and Android 2.2, MID7024-4G (Black)

Amazon Price: $140.00 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

The Coby Kyros 7024 is very affordable at under $200. But it only has a 7" touchscreen and 4GB of memory.

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The Le Pan TC

Cheap 10 inch tablet

Le Pan TC 970 9.7-Inch Multi-Touch LCD Google Android Tablet PC

Amazon Price: $172.28 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Creative ZiiO Tablet

7 inch Android tablet

Creative ZiiO 8 GB 7-Inch Android 2.1 Wireless Entertainment Tablet (White)

Amazon Price: $219.99 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

Comes in white or black.

Usually ships in 24 hours

Archos Internet Tablet

Cheap but very small

Archos 501574 43 Internet Tablet

Amazon Price: $167.81 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

This tablet by Archos only has a 4.3" touchscreen, so it is more like an iTouch than an iPad.

Lenovo Ideapad A1

Cheap New Android Tablet

7 inch tablet.

Lenovo Ideapad A1 22282EU 7-Inch Tablet (Black)

Amazon Price: $169.99 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

Important Features of a Tablet

What to evaluate when buying an Android tablet

There are a few key features you want to look at when you are comparing your options in cheap Android tablets.

1. Screen size - this can range from 4 inches to 10 inches
2. Memory size - look at internal memory and expandable memory (SD card)
3. Processor - the size and type of processing chip will affect speed
4. Connectivity - WiFi only or 3G/4G also
5. Weight - a one pound difference really is important
6. Screen resolution - especially important for videos
7. Touchscreen type - resistive or capacitive

Tablet Terms

Terminology

Most people nowadays know what a "tablet" is. But there are a few different terms floating around to describe a tablet.

Tablet PC
Tablet Computer
Internet Tablet
Computer tablet

So far I don't think there are specific terms assigned to specific features, but that would be helpful.

The Coby Kyros MID7016 Android Tablet

Newest option in affordable

When it comes to android tablets, for those who are looking for a cheaper option, the Coby Kyros MID7016 is a device that is worth checking out. This powerful tablet gives you the flexibility to enjoy the internet and other entertainment while on the go. You will find a generous 7-inch screen that has touch screen controls that are powered by the Android operating system.

You will be able to browse the internet wirelessly and enjoy a whole lot of entertainment from this media device that is pocket friendly. If you compare this device to the leading tablets in its category, you will realize that it is a whole lot cheaper, and you enjoy the same benefits you will enjoy from other top of the range tablets.

The features of this tablet are as follows. You can browse the internet wirelessly; watch videos on YouTube, read email, and much more. The tablet features a seven-inch touch screen, and you can be able to play your favorite videos, view photos and listen to music you have saved on the device. There is an application store where you can download popular applications including games.

Technical details of this tablet are that it features an internal memory of 4GB, and slot where you can insert a micro card. The display resolution is 800 by 480 DPI, and the operating system is the Android 2.3. There is an A/V connection, and a port where you can connect to HD video equipment, and a connection for headphones. There is also an integrated microphone and speaker.

The Coby Kyros MID7016 has two unique applications. These are the Aldiko e-book that you can use to download and read e-books, and the AppsLib, which you can use for browsing, downloading and installing applications, found in the AppsLib Marketplace. This will enable you to have access to a full range of mobile internet solutions.

You can view pages on this device either in portrait or landscape format. An automatic sensor will be sued to change the orientation of the page from landscape to portrait and vice versa. This tablet also features an expandable memory and there is the option of connecting a microSDHC card to the device. To power this tablet, there is a battery made from lithium-polymer and it is rechargeable.

What sets apart this tablet is its pricing, which starts around $140, and if you buy it from Amazon, you will be eligible free shipping with the Super Savings Shipping. The downside is that this particular tablet is so new that there are not any customer reviews yet, but it is a cheap Android tablet by Coby who has good review on other models.

Do you want a tablet?

I will be getting the Toshiba thrive at a great price tomorrow. I like it because it has ports for hdmi and usb. That was my reason for getting that one. I did, but I just got one. Kindle Fire for Christmas. It's fun. nice article, a lot of information here. thanks If you are going with Coby Tablet, I will suggest MID7022. This model has pacitive touch screen rather than resistive touch screen. Ie. you can do multi-touch. it's much smoother than 7024 and screen looks much better. I think I will get Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 as my first tab. They said it's comparable to iPad 2 I would definitely wanna get an android tablet! The android system is just one great thing...

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