Top 5 Best Tablets under $300
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Top 5 Best Tablets under $300
You can actually get quite a lot for that price - a dual core processor, a tablet with HDMI out, with two cameras, the ability to record HD video, the ability to play HD Video, view and edit office documents, browse the web over WiFi and more.
Here are the best 7"-10" internet tablets for under $300.
Contents at a Glance
- #1) Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7 inch, Wifi)
- #2) Le Pan II 9.7-Inch Tablet Running An...
- #3) HTC EVO View 4G
- #4) HP TouchPad Wi-Fi 16 GB 9.7-Inch Tab...
- #5) Blackberry Playbook 7" Tablet
- Quick Poll Question
- Kindle Fire - Another Under $300 Tablet...
- Acer Iconia Tab A100 - The price fluctua...
- Some of these tablets are WiFi only.
#1) Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7 inch, Wifi)
I am amazed to see this priced at under $250 now!
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7-Inch, Wi-Fi)
Amazon Price: $247.00 (as of 05/30/2012)
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) OS
7-inch Multitouch 720p HD Screen (1024 x 600)
8GB Internal Memory; microSD expansion up to 32GB
Wireless N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n); Bluetooth 3.0
1GHz Dual-Core Processor; 1GB RAM
Click here to read the positive reviews. A couple of reviews discuss why it's better than other tablets, including the iPad and the Kindle Fire.
#2) Le Pan II 9.7-Inch Tablet Running Android 3.2 Honeycomb
Large - Almost 10" Screen
Le Pan II 9.7-Inch Tablet (Black)
Amazon Price: $279.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
This large tablet is upgradable to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich!
Its specifications include:
Adobe Flash support
Over 500,000 downloadable applications on the Android Market
9.7-inch capacitive display; supports 720P HD video
Android 3.2 platform
Ultra-fast Wi-Fi connectivity
1.2 GHz dual-core processor
Front-facing 2-megapixel camera and microphone for video chat
8 GB built-in storage, supports 32 GB Micro SD card
Up to six hours of video playback/Wi-Fi web browsing
#3) HTC EVO View 4G
Powerful 7" Android Wifi & 4G Tablet
HTC EVO View 4G Android Tablet - 32 GB - Dual Camera - Wifi / CDMA (Sprint) DOES NOT REQUIRE A SPRINT ACCOUNT!
Amazon Price: $305.00 (as of 05/30/2012)
This tablet can be used for browsing the web, using Android apps, watching video, recording HD video, taking pictures, video chatting, and more!
It runs Gingerbread Android 2.3 with HTC Sense, which makes the tablet function more like a tablet and less like a phone.
There is an optional pen that you can buy which uses HTC's Scribe Technology for note taking!
Although this tablet can be used on the Sprint network, no contract with Sprint is required to buy or use this over a WiFi network.
#4) HP TouchPad Wi-Fi 16 GB 9.7-Inch Tablet Computer
Large Screen! Solid 4 Star Customer Rating
HP TouchPad Wi-Fi 16 GB 9.7-Inch Tablet Computer
Amazon Price: $266.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
It's hard to find a tablet with a 10.1" screen for under $300. This is the only one I've found that comes close to being 10" - so close, that you probably won't notice the difference.
You can get this tablet at at a bargain price because it's been discontinued. However, HP is still providing support.
It doesn't run Android, but rather HP webOS 3.0. If It has a fast Qualcomm Snapdragon dual-CPU APQ8060 1.2GHz processor.
It has multitasking and reviewers indicate that it's great for video and web. Check it out.
#5) Blackberry Playbook 7" Tablet
Use this on WiFi, or connect it to the internet through your Blackberry Phone
Blackberry Playbook 7-Inch Tablet (32GB)
Amazon Price: $242.75 (as of 05/30/2012)
7" Multi-Touch Screen
1 Ghz Dual Core Processor
BlackBerry Tablet OS
Supports Adobe Flash
2 Cameras: 3MP/5MP
Blackberry Bridge - Tether your tablet to your phone - no extra data plan required!
Quick Poll Question
I've love to know if you own a tablet already
Kindle Fire - Another Under $300 Tablet worth Considering!
Amazon is selling this tablet below cost
Kindle Fire, Full Color 7" Multi-touch Display, Wi-Fi
Amazon Price: $199.00 (as of 05/30/2012)
Do you want a tablet for watching movies and TV?
And for playing games?
And reading books?
If so, then I'd recommend checking out what Amazon has to offer.
Acer Iconia Tab A100 - The price fluctuates a lot on this one.
Amazing 7" Android Tablet with Dual Core CPU!
Acer Iconia TAB A100-07U08U 7-Inch Tablet (8GB)
Amazon Price: $254.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
This is listed here because it might be available at under $300, or maybe not...
This Android tablet is geared for both entertainment and productivity!
It features the latest Android operating system, a dual core processor, an HD Camera/Camcorder, and much more!
Features:
Android 3.2 (Honeycomb)
Android Market Access
View and Edit Office Documents with Documents to Go
Acer Day Planner Software
NVIDIA%uFFFD Tegra%u2122 2 dual-core CPU
HD 1080p Video Playback
HDMI Port for connecting tablet to TV
2 Cameras: 5MP & 2MP
Record 720P Videos too!
MicroSD Slot for Expandable Memory
Some of these tablets are WiFi only.
This can be both an advantage and disadvantage.
The advantage to this is that you don't need a cell phone data plan nor a contract to use the tablet.The disadvantage is that you need to be in an area that has a WiFi network that you can connect to.
To create a home WiFi network, all you need is a wireless router and an internet connection.
Many cafes, airports, libraries, hotels, and public places have free WiFi connections.
Another option is that if you have a smartphone with a data plan, you may be able to connect to the internet through your phone. For example, I own the Samsung Galaxy S 4G cell phone and in the wireless settings there is something called "Mobile AP" which turns my phone into a wifi hotspot. Other cell phones may have a way to tether the tablet with bluetooth. If you have an Android phone, check the "Wireless and Network" settings. Or, refer to your owner's manual.
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Any questions on tablets?
I'll try to help if I can.
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ketulpatel2385
May 18, 2012 @ 6:55 am | delete
- very helpful information.. who wouldnt like to know these much about tables at such good prices!
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HenkWillemse
May 11, 2012 @ 2:17 am | delete
- Thanks for this great info, I would really like to get myself the Samsung Galaxy Tab.
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LittleLindaPinda May 2, 2012 @ 9:18 pm | delete
- I would love to own a tablet. I hope you get yours soon. Hopefully Squdoo will help you get it. Great lens.
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cheapmicrowave
May 1, 2012 @ 7:13 pm | delete
- Love the selections you recommend. I personally went with the kindle fire, love it immensely.
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Carolyn H.
Apr 2, 2012 @ 1:53 pm | delete
- My husband had a massive stroke, can only use one hand. Cannot operate keyboard.Hoping a tablet might stimulate his mind. Need tablet with capacitive screen & wi-fi. Like the galaxy 8.9 with the gorilla screen and a little bigger than 7" But too spendy. Any suggestions?
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hotbrain
Apr 2, 2012 @ 2:36 pm | delete
- Sorry to hear about your husband. I think you are right in thinking that a tablet might stimulate his mind. Tablets are so easy to use because of the touchscreen interface. The Le Pan II has a big screen - almost 10 inches. Or you could even look at the older model, the Le Pan TC 970, which is even cheaper. Most tablets have wifi so it seems the main limitation is the screen size. I have a relative who had a stroke and has very limited abilities and I brought my tablet over to her house and she really enjoyed looking at pictures on it. I was so impressed with the way it encourages interaction. I wish all the best to and your husband.
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Steve Kazlauskas
Mar 25, 2012 @ 11:11 pm | delete
- I'm a singer who singings with tracks on my laptop. I want to go tablet 10 inch basically to play tracks plugged into a pa system. The 7-8 inch seem a little small. I want to spend under $300. I don't need anything special just a dependable system to play the tracks. Thanks for your advice. Steve
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hotbrain
Mar 27, 2012 @ 3:02 am | delete
- Hi Steve,
The only tablet that meets your criteria is the HP Touchpad. It has a large screen, it's under $300, and has pretty good reviews. Most tablets that have 10 inch screens are closer to the $400 price tag. All of these tablets can be hooked up to an amplifier through the headphone output. Two things to consider are battery life and the file type compatibility. If you ever decide that a smaller screen size could work for you, then I'd recommend the Blackberry Playbook. Its sound quality is superb and it's a very dependable tablet aimed at professionals.
Also, you may want to research the software that would work for you and then look at the tablets that use that software.
Hope this helps!
Heidi
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BloggingMogul
Mar 16, 2012 @ 1:51 pm | delete
- I definitely need one. Thanks for info
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Tipi
Mar 12, 2012 @ 2:22 pm | delete
- One of these days I will purchase a tablet. Thanks for the information!
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angelcho
Feb 20, 2012 @ 11:26 am | delete
- Great idea for creating excellent lens.
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Nimsrules Feb 20, 2012 @ 5:26 am | delete
- Wonderful lens. I like your presentation!
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stylingparts
Jan 15, 2012 @ 6:51 am | delete
- brilliant lens there great work
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CoachJoey
Dec 4, 2011 @ 5:14 pm | delete
- great way to save some cash but get your techno-boost!
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3rexer
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- nice collection aha....
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Wouldn't this change your tablet experience?
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Amazon Price: $23.49 (as of 05/30/2012)
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