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Tablet Reviews

It may seem like the Apple iPad currently has the tablet market cornered, but Amazon’s Fire tablets provide a cheaper alternative to Apple’s premium tablet. Oh, and Samsung also makes some tablets that are basically big versions of its Galaxy Note phones. If you’re looking for a tablet and need help sorting them all out, our reviews below should help.

Apple iPad Mini 2024 review: missing pieces

Apple’s smallest tablet got an upgrade — but it won’t feel like much of one unless Apple Intelligence is better than it seems.

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The Remarkable Paper Pro is as outrageous as it is luxurious

A front light and color display are just two of the ways this pretty note-taking device puts luxury first.

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OnePlus’ Pad 2 has a sharp display with a price tag that stings

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The OnePlus Pad 2 continues to impress in many ways, but the upgrades don’t justify the price.

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The best iPad to buy0

There are more iPads than ever, and it can be tough to sort out which one is the best for you. Fortunately, we’re here to guide you through your next iPad purchase.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 family review: easier choices

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Samsung’s highest-end tablets are more similar than ever, and this year, they come with water resistance. Here’s a guide on how to choose the right model for you.

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A celebrated science fiction author reviews the iPad Pro.

I love John Scalzi’s books, he’s one of my favorite authors in my favorite genre. But what’s also great about John is he’s a nerd at heart, and his recent blog post about his experiences of using an iPad Pro on the road (in place of a Pixelbook, no less!) is a joy to read.

John, do get the matte screen protector — not only will it make writing with the Pencil easier and reduce glare, it helps a ton with the finger grease problem.

Google Pixel Tablet review: the dock makes all the difference

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Google’s first tablet in many years doesn’t try to reinvent what tablets are good for. Instead, it leans into being a good media consumption device and can be a useful smart display when you’re not holding it.

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Amazon still doesn’t understand productivity tablets

The Fire Max 11 has the most advanced and refined hardware of any Amazon tablet yet. But it is held back by the same old problems.

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The OnePlus Pad is an impressive tablet for its price

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OnePlus’ first tablet brings high-end features and specs to a midrange price point. It reminds me of the OnePlus we used to know.

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Apple iPad Pro (2022) review: bump the chip

Apple’s latest iPad Pro has one upgrade from last year: a new processor. That enables a new feature for the Apple Pencil and is technically faster than the old one. But since this year’s update is so small, here’s a wish list for things when Apple does redesign its top-of-the-line iPad.

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Apple iPad (10th gen) review: stuck in the middle

Apple’s latest base-model iPad cribs a lot of features from the more expensive iPad Air. But it also is considerably more expensive than before, making it a tough sell.

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Amazon Fire 7 review: a budget tablet for the basics

Sure, it’s slow, and the screen is low-res, but starting at $59.99 you can’t expect anything close to perfection. This budget device is decent, and at this price range, that’s perfectly acceptable.

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Color E Ink and Android are an exciting, excruciating pairing

Torn between being a souped-up e-reader and a stripped-down tablet

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra review: when bigger isn’t better

Samsung’s supersized tablet comes with big limitations

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Asus’ ROG Flow Z13 is a Surface Pro that’s got game
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Good execution, but its specs aren’t enough for serious gamers

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Apple iPad Air (2022) review: it’s the nice one

The new iPad Air is a blend of familiar features with predictable results

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Chrome OS tablets are getting fancier but not better

HP and Lenovo are aiming higher with their latest tablet Chromebooks

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iPad Mini 2021 review: a little different
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The middle child of the iOS lineup

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 review: nearly normal
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As good as foldables get, but is that good enough?

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Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021) review: things are getting complicated

Amazon’s big, cheap tablet can now be had many different ways

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iPad Pro (2021) review: dream screen
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Mini LED, major improvement

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Apple iPad Air (2020) review: take it from the Pro
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Despite the higher cost, this iPad is the one to get

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The new 2020 iPad isn’t enough for Zoom school
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It’s really great, but the limitations are becoming grating

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 and S7 Plus review: hardware can’t carry it all

Samsung’s latest tablets are saddled by familiar problems

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Microsoft Surface Duo review: double troubles
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All the right ideas — but spoiled by buggy software and a bad camera

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 review: an extravagant success
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Two screens, five cameras, one hinge, $2,000

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Fire HD 8 Plus review: the Amazon appliance
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A $110 tablet that’s good for watching Prime video and not much else

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Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: don’t push it
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Intel’s chips are holding it back

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