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Laptops might seem like the default option for school, but tablets can be an appealing alternative, especially for younger students.

Words Michael Irving

The tablet advantage

If you’ve ever seen a kid pick up a device and immediately start tapping away, figuring out how it works, then you’ll understand that tablets are pretty intuitive to use, and engaging for youngsters. Tapping into that can give them a head start at school. Tablets are smaller and lighter than

laptops, making them perfect e-readers for textbooks. Students can even curl up on the couch to read, turning pages by swiping the screen. Tactile learners might find them more appealing, since they can use their fingers or a stylus to write or draw on the screen. TOP TABLET PICKS

Laptops sometimes feel tethered to a Wi-Fi connection, but many tablets offer 5G models that can stay online anywhere a phone can. And even if a traditional laptop setup is needed on occasion, tablets can morph into those as well! Just add a keyboard and mouse via USB or Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE is a more advanced tablet, with a higher resolution screen and a silky smooth refresh rate of 90Hz. The included S Pen can make sketching or writing on the screen a breeze, and it tucks away magnetically on the back when you’re done. A battery life of up to 13 hours will keep the tablet running during long study sessions. 10.9” 2K display Exynos1380 Quartz processor 128GB/256GB storage 12MP/8MP cameras USB-C MicroSD Wi-Fi 6/5G Stylus included

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 is the

Lenovo Tab P12

This entry-level tablet is an affordable first foray for students, with Samsung’s Multi-Window system allowing up to three apps running onscreen at once. The built-in storage space can be expanded up to a whopping 1TB using a MicroSD card, and the option for a model with 5G connectivity allows students to stay online out of the classroom. 11” WUXGA display Snapdragon SM6375 processor 64GB/128GB storage 8MP/5MP cameras USB-C MicroSD Wi-Fi 5/5G

The Lenovo Tab P12 features a large 3K screen, making it perfect for creative subjects. Students can see their art-in progress in stunning detail, and working on them is easier than ever with the included Lenovo Tab Pen Plus5. The ten-hour battery life will keep going for the whole school day, and then some. 12.7” 3K display MTK 7050 processor 256GB storage 13MP/8MP cameras USB-C MicroSD Wi-Fi 6 Stylus included

ultimate productivity powerhouse. The 2K Super AMOLED display looks sharp, while the more advanced processor and extra RAM keeps it all running smoothly. Wi-Fi 6E compatibility ensures lightning fast connectivity, while the crystal clear cameras are perfect for remote schooling. The whole thing is wrapped in waterproof Armour Aluminium casing, to protect it from the perils of the school. 11” 2K display Snapdragon SM8550 processor 128GB/256GB storage 13MP/12MP cameras USB-C MicroSD Wi-Fi 6E/5G Stylus included

14 JANUARY 2024

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