Best Cheap Tablets under $100
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Can you find a good cheap tablet for under $100?
I'll be honest with you: I don't know if you can find a good cheap tablet for under $100. Yes, you can buy one for under $100, but will you be happy with it? Maybe.... And maybe not. Personally, I'd recommend that you save up another $100, and buy a Blackberry Playbook or a Kindle Fire.
If you're only going to be doing simple tasks, like checking email, updating your facebook status, reading some news, or playing a game of chess, then you might find an under $100 tablet that will work just fine for you.
Cheaper tablets may not have batteries that last a long time, and they are likely to have a slower processor and an older OS. Just a little warning, as I hate to see anyone waste their money.
If you're only going to be doing simple tasks, like checking email, updating your facebook status, reading some news, or playing a game of chess, then you might find an under $100 tablet that will work just fine for you.
Cheaper tablets may not have batteries that last a long time, and they are likely to have a slower processor and an older OS. Just a little warning, as I hate to see anyone waste their money.
Coby Kyros 7-Inch Android 2.3 4 GB Internet Touchscreen Tablet
PRICE DROP - Now under $90!
Coby Kyros 7-Inch Android 2.3 4 GB Internet Touchscreen Tablet - MID7012-4G (Black)
Amazon Price: $83.87 (as of 06/04/2012)
Wow, an Android tablet with a 7 inch screen that costs about $100! According to the reviews, this is great for playing games, reading books, watching videos, surfing the web, and more!
Resistive Touch Screens?
Some cheap tablets have resistive touch screens. Resistive touch screens work well with a stylus or fingernail. Capacitive touch screens work best with your finger tip.
Resistive touch screens don't have multi-touch capability. Only one finger at a time!
Android Tablets under $100
Snag a deal on Ebay!
Although Ebay was once known for auctions, now days they have many "buy it now" items. So many of the prices you see are not low teaser prices, but they are the actual sale price! Sometimes you can find things with free shipping too.
You can buy things from USA sellers or from sellers in foriegn countries like Hong Kong and China. Some of the best tablet deals come from China - that is, you can get the best price if you buy from a Chinese seller.
Ebay makes this process safer by providing detailed feedback history. Always look at a seller's feedback before purchasing! Also, if there's a problem with your purchase, Paypal will help you get a refund or replacement. You can also get a discounted warranty from SquareTrade - right under the Ebay price, the optional warranty is often listed.
Good luck winning a great deal!
You can buy things from USA sellers or from sellers in foriegn countries like Hong Kong and China. Some of the best tablet deals come from China - that is, you can get the best price if you buy from a Chinese seller.
Ebay makes this process safer by providing detailed feedback history. Always look at a seller's feedback before purchasing! Also, if there's a problem with your purchase, Paypal will help you get a refund or replacement. You can also get a discounted warranty from SquareTrade - right under the Ebay price, the optional warranty is often listed.
Good luck winning a great deal!
7 inch Tablets with Wifi and 3G Connectivity!
buy a tablet that you can use with your cellphone data plan!
If you buy a tablet through your cell phone company, they will often require a cell phone contract extension. On Ebay, you can find a tablet that does not require a contract!
New Android Tablets with a 7" Touch Screen
priced under $100!
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Atreyusmommy May 15, 2012 @ 9:21 pm | delete
- Thanks for sharing this lens too!
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jithinseb
Apr 24, 2012 @ 5:33 am | delete
- nice lens
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andreww247
Apr 20, 2012 @ 12:23 am | delete
- High five! i like your lense .. great collection.
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pinter
Mar 28, 2012 @ 7:03 am | delete
- Nice list, thanks
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malina123
Mar 10, 2012 @ 6:30 am | delete
- I am considering getting myself a tablet (near or far future :/) but am not keen on spending a fortune, I think it is wise to go with cheaper ones (not at the cost of quality though) if you are an amateur or are just starting your venture with tablets - I reckon they offer everything an average user needs! Ebay is great for snagging great deals. Great lens. Cheers!
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Holycrapp224
Mar 6, 2012 @ 11:14 pm | delete
- Can you get free songs on it?
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karmicchristian
Feb 20, 2012 @ 3:00 am | delete
- Never realized that tablets were available for less than a hundred bucks! Thanks!
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AcerIconiaA200
Feb 11, 2012 @ 8:28 am | delete
- thanks for your reviews :D
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free-ebooks-online
Dec 15, 2011 @ 12:59 pm | delete
- Part of the word I do involves tech support, and I've heard from people time and again that off-brand tablets just don't perform as well as those from the big names. Just something to consider if you're thinking about buying a cheap one. In electronics, you often get what you pay for.
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hotbrain
Dec 15, 2011 @ 1:23 pm | delete
- Thanks for pointing that out. I've read the same thing. That's why the first two tablets on this page are name brands. Maybe not well known name brands, but at least there is a company standing behind their product. For example, Skytex is a company based in the USA that offers technical support. The other tablets under $100 that show up from Ebay are listings generating automatically, so I can't vouch for those. From what I've read, it helps to be tech savy when working on the no-name brand tablets, as you might run into problems... Many of these problems can be fixed if you know what you're doing, but not necessarily in all cases. So, one option to consider is buying a warranty through SquareTrade. If you buy on Ebay, you can get a discounted warranty through them. However, if you add on the cost of a warranty, then the tablet costs more, so you might want to look at other tablets that are available, including refurbished ones and ones that are name brand but deeply discounted.
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This Tablet is SOMETIMES in Stock
Very limited quantities, sells out fast!
Elsse (TM) 4.3 Inch Internet Touchscreen Tablet with Built in WIFI and much more
Amazon Price: $79.99 (as of 06/04/2012)
Pay a Little More for an 8" Coby Touch Screen Tablet
Coby Kyros 8-Inch Android 2.3 4 GB Internet Touchscreen Tablet with Stylus MID8120-4G (Grey)
Amazon Price: $127.72 (as of 06/04/2012)
Kindle's Fire Costs more than $100
But it's still an amazing deal!
Kindle Fire, Full Color 7" Multi-touch Display, Wi-Fi
Amazon Price: $199.00 (as of 06/04/2012)
If you can spend $199, you'll be pleased with all of the extra features you get in the Kindle Fire (compared to under $100 tablets).
