STACK #219 January 2023

TECH FEATURE

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TABLETS

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Get inspired! Thanks to their slim form factor and generous display areas, tablets make an ideal canvas for learning in class and at home. T ablets are designed around touchscreen interactivity, which

keyboard to type in a pinch, or if they don’t want to use a keyboard case. Ultimately, a touchscreen provides versatility, with touch interaction that recognises simple

one-touch commands or multi touch input for easy zooming and other extended functionality. The tablet may be a standard looking device, but depending on

how you want to use it, there are still features to consider. So, the tablet that’s right for a student depends on where they are in their educational journey.

means they’re great for reading research, watching videos, and students can use a virtual pop-up

Entry Level Tablets:

Mid-range marvels:

Learn in style: Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Wi-Fi 128GB (Dark Grey) You can pack a lot into the 2560 x 1600 display of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8. Multi Window allows you to change the size, position, and number of windows on your screen (while using compatible apps). This means you’ll be able to research, plan and video chat all at once. And you can expect this multitasking to be seamless, with the powerful 4nm mobile processor in the Tab S8. It also comes with the latest S-Pen, and the 120Hz screen refresh delivers a fluid experience when drawing or note taking. Optimised for video calls, the Dual Front Camera (Ultra Wide +Wide) system has an expansive field of view for 4K recording, with Auto Framing bringing focus when speaking on camera. And to power these impressive features through the day, the Tab S8 comes with a high capacity 8,000 mAh battery. • 11” (2560 x 1600) WXQGA display • Qualcomm SM8450 • 128GB SSD storage • 8GB RAM • MicroSD media card reader • Android operating system • Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax) • Bluetooth v5.2 • 8,000mAh battery • S-Pen included • 13MP rear and 12MP front camera

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 Wi-Fi 64GB (Grey) It’s amazing what you can get within the entry level range. The Galaxy Tab A8 has a 10.5” Full HD cinematic display, complemented by quad speakers with Dolby Atmos surround. The 6.9mm ultrathin profile makes light work for young hands, and when it comes to in-class learning, the Octa-core processor will ensure fast app loading. Samsung Kids can also be used to set app restrictions and monitor activity.

Lenovo Tab P11 Plus 128GB Productivity Tablet (Slate Grey) Compared to the Lenovo Tab M11, the Tab P11 has a slightly bigger 2K display at 11”. It also sports a faster Octa-Core processor, and it comes with the Lenovo Precision Pen 2 with 4,096 pressure levels, tilt detection and 200 hours of usage time on one charge. • 11" 2K (2000 x 1200) IPS 400 Nit Touch display • MediaTek Helio G90T Octa-Core Processor (8C, 2x A76 @2.05GHz + 6x A55 @2.0GHz) • 128GB eMMC storage • 4GB RAM • MicroSD slot • Android operating system • Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 a/b/g/n) • Bluetooth v5.1 • 7,700mAh battery • 13MP rear and 8MP front camera Lenovo Yoga Tab 11 with Pen 256GB (Slate Grey) Like the Lenovo Tab P11, the Yoga Tab 11 has a 2K display and comes with the Lenovo Precision Pen 2. You also get JBL’s superior four-speaker system with Dolby Atmos, and Dolby Vision enhancement for the display. Getting the right viewing angle is hassle and hands-free thanks to the Yoga Tab 11’s built-in stainless-steel kickstand. In short, it’s designed for cinematic indulgence, but the Tab 11 is also a versatile device that will hold up well for class, with plenty of grunt from the MediaTek Helio G90T processor, and 256GB of storage – plenty of room for any multimedia project. • 11” 2K (2000 x 1200) IPS Touch display • MediaTek Helio G90T • 256GB storage • 8GB RAM • MicroSD slot • Android operating system • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 ac) • Bluetooth v5.0

• 10.5” (1920 x 1200) Full HD display • UniSOC T618 • 64GB SSD storage • 4GB RAM • MicroSD media card reader up to 1TB • Android operating system • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 ac) • Bluetooth v5.0 • 7,040mAh battery • 5MP front and 8MP rear camera

Lenovo Tab M10 Plus 2K 10.6" 128GB Gen 3 Tablet (Storm Grey) The Tab M10 has some handy features for educational use, such as Instant Memo for in class note taking (Lenovo Precision Pen 2 sold separately). It’s also Google Kids Space ready – offering more than 10,000 teacher approved apps, quality content fromYouTube Kids, and Parental Control via Family Link. In addition, Reading Mode and Eye Care Mode help reduce strain during longer study sessions. The Tab M10 is also an entertainer. The 2K screen ensures you can stream up to 1080p, with Dolby Atmos Quad Speakers to put you in the middle of the action. • 10.61” 2K (2000 x 1200) IPS 400Nit Touch Screen • MediaTek Helio G80 Octa-Core Processor (2x 2.0GHz and 6x 1.8GHz) • 128GB storage • 4GB RAM

4K video recording

• Battery life up to 15 hours • Lenovo Precision Pen 2 included • 8MP rear and front camera

• MicroSD media card reader up to 1TB • Android 12.0 operating system • Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 a/b/g/n) • Bluetooth v5.0 • 7,700mAh battery • 8MP rear and front cameras

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