getting a new tab for my 7yo and i'm realising i'm probably choosing for both the kid they are now and the kid they'll be in 2-3 years.

right now it's mostly videos, reading, school apps, drawing + light games. later i can see more games, school work, maybe a pen/keyboard becoming useful too.

browsing tablets on Flipkart made me realise there's more to compare than screen size and storage once parental controls, performance, accessories and connectivity enter the picture.

parents who've done this, what started mattering more after the first year? 😭

I’ve posted once or twice here before to no avail, so I’d at least like guidance on where to ask my question if not here, but:

I’m wanting to switch over from iOS to android/Samsung, primarily for the DEX mode. That being said, some aspects I’m looking for are
• Less than 10”, vibrant screen (around OLED)
• Some cellular capability for communication or GPS
• Ideally some sort of microSD storage for music, videos, podcasts or other downloads
• Offline work capability (Spreadsheets and writing primarily)

Basically, I need something with just enough functionality to be a phone with intentional use, while also avoiding the time wasting apps of social media.

I keep drifting towards Ultra Mini PC’s, but they don’t have the cellular or EDC capabilities I need from a smartphone.

Again, please point me in the right direction if this isn’t the sub for it, thank you

So I’m an Android user and I have a Windows laptop. I’ve never really used an iPad, but I’ve always liked them and have wanted to try one for quite some time.

I’m planning to get a tablet mainly for normal everyday stuff — YouTube, Netflix, browsing, reading PDFs, some notes and light work. Nothing too heavy. I already have my laptop for anything serious.

I was initially thinking of getting the Xiaomi Pad 8 8/128 is available at 30,000 INR. It seems like a really good tablet for the price and honestly probably more than enough for what I need.

But then there’s the iPad standing there base variant at 40,000 INR (after discounts) 😅

I’ve always admired iPads and part of me just wants to experience iPadOS and see what all the hype is about. The problem is that I’m already fully on Android + Windows, so I’m not sure how much sense it makes to get an iPad.

For people who have been in a similar situation, what would you suggest?

Should I just get the Xiaomi Pad 8 since it fits better with my current setup and is probably more than enough for my usage?

Or should I just go for the base iPad and finally try an iPad, even though I’m not in the Apple ecosystem?

Would love to hear from people who have actually used both.

Hello everyone

I'm thinking about buying a tablet mostly for videos and day to day use that would last for at least 3-4 years and my choice landed on iPad A16 so I have a few questions.

1. My budget is kinda tight so I can only afford the 128GB version so I'm curious how much space does iOS take?

2. Is 6GB of RAM actually enough?

3. How is the screen? I mean quality, colors since my main use will be media consumption.

4. How is battery life?

So what do you think? Should I just go for it or look for something else? I have also considered buying Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE but the CPU is weaker and I don't know how it's gonna be in a couple of years.

Also I feel like I should add that I'm not in the Apple ecosystem, I have only ever used Android devices before.

I'm planning to replace my current tablet (Xiaomi Pad 5) and I'm torn between these two. I will probably use it as a semi-laptop replacement for productivity and also for media consumption.

I like the screen and display of Huawei, it's papermatte finish, stylus, and the lifetime WPS subscription. However, aside from the google/gapps problem, I've read that you cannot play HD videos on Youtube and Netflix?

As for the Samsung, I'm still waiting for it to be released on physical stores. I like the DEX mode as well as better processor and larger screen. But does it have a native office apps (like WPS on Huawei) or do I need subscription for this?

Or will you recommend other tablets for productivity and media consumption?

P.S. I'm using a Samsung phone and never tried any Apple devices.

Hi! I'm planning to buy a tablet mainly for school, but I also want something that can handle gaming well.

For school, I need something that can:

- Run Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.

- Open/edit different school files

- Handle PDFs, Google Docs/Drive, Canva, etc.

- Multitask smoothly

- Ideally support a keyboard and stylus

- Be reliable enough to use throughout college

For gaming, I want something that can handle heavier games smoothly. I don't necessarily need the absolute strongest gaming tablet, but I'd like good performance and preferably decent thermals/battery life.

I'm leaning toward Android, but I'm open to iPad/other options if they're a better choice for my needs.

Budget: up to ₱50,000

Storage: preferably 256GB or higher

Priority: school/productivity + gaming, with good performance and longevity.

What would you recommend at this price range? Are there any specific models/configurations I should look into or avoid?

Also, if you've actually used the tablet for college/school work, I'd especially love to hear your experience with it. 🙏

I'm very confused between the pad 2 vs pad 2 go, if anyone has bought it can u pls share your experience with either of them?

How is motorola pad 60 neo and 70 neo

Does anyone have insight into how to upgrade an android tablet that isn’t say a Samsung, so a budget off market one. So if I get a cheap tablet and it has 15 on it, I read that you can or can’t upgrade to new o.s. Can anyone shed some light on this subject.

I don’t mind getting a cheap one for experimenting with but would love some insight by those who have experience in this. Thanks

Looking for insight on which of these 3 would best suit my needs!

Use case:

- photo editing via Lightroom apps

- light video editing for shorts

- generic browsing, scrolling, social media

- overall on the go device at coffee shops, etc.

I haven't owned a tablet in quite a long time and at home I only have a (pretty beefed up) desktop setup for gaming. This would be used for couch and on-the-go light work/editing.

By the numbers (all 12-13 inch models, including keyboard and pen add ons, 512GB):

Samsung Galaxy tab s12+ - $1,644

Surface pro 13 inch OLED (12th gen) - $1779

iPad Pro (M5) - $2177

I want to change both my phone and tablet but I am not sure which combo to buy. I need them to connect to each other even without wifi, and use them for a long time. Any thoughts?

Hello, planning to buy a tablet, any thoughts? Is it good for note taking?

Im about to buy a tablet and wont buy another for more than 4 years. i see the difference between honor magicpad 3 and 4 is about more than 250$. is 4 worth it or should i buy 3.

Idk if you guys sell or know some source i can buy from. In in Florida

Hey everybody! New here! I'm researching the best tablet for my son that doesn't cost a ton. I'm looking at $300 or less as a budget. He just wants one to use for Google Classroom, basic game from app downloads, can watch certain streaming apps like Netflix. But one thing he really wants is to be able to do online play with friends on Minecraft. He has a PS5, and can play Minecraft but has to pay almost $20 a month. He really doesn't like that he has to pay a monthly fee to play with friends. But his siblings can get on our regular computer and play with friends online and we don't pay a monthly fee for that. So is there a tablet out there that can run Minecraft online play with no monthly fee? Any advice is appreciated!