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Good news if you’re looking for a screen slightly bigger than your smartphone but smaller than your laptop: Amazon Fire tablets are on sale! The Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet is what one reviewer calls an “all-in-one entertainment companion,” and it’s 58% off today as an early October Prime Day deal.
Its quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM and 8-inch screen make it more than capable of running various tasks like streaming shows on Netflix, taking Zoom calls with loved ones, reading books in the Kindle app, playing games, streaming music, podcasts and audiobooks, editing documents and so much more. Plus, the tablet’s compact size and up to 13 hours of battery life mean it’s an awesome piece of travel tech. Typically $130, you can nab this speedy tablet forjust $55 — but only for a limited time. That’s a steep discount ahead of next week’s two-day Big Deal Days sales event, happening on October 8 and 9.
The Fire Tablet 8 HD is an excellent tool for entertainment and productivity. In addition to streaming your favorite TV shows and podcasts, you can use your Kindle to read and edit documents, create task lists, check the weather and control smart home products. You can also ask Alexa to start apps, change your smart home settings, record data, set reminders and more by using voice commands. Netflix, TikTok, Amazon Prime Video and the usual suspects aside, the Amazon Appstore also has thousands of games and apps for you to download on your Kindle and use, with 64 GB of space to store it all. It’s available in black or denim blue.
Several users also note that they love being able to adjust the sizing of the tablet’s app icons and text. “I am an avid reader since I was a child,” says reviewer Rotide. “I also like to play games and read the news. I can do all of that on the fire with great picture quality. I love that the touch screen never fails me. But the best thing about it is I can adjust the size of everything, even apps if they are set right, which most are. ”
Grab the Amazon Fire Tablet 8 HD for over 50% off while the sale lasts, and read on for more promising reviews of this popular tablet. Get your new entertainment and productivity sidekick for less.
Read on for more promising reviews of the Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 tablet:
“The Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet is a versatile and feature-rich device that redefines your entertainment experience. With its vibrant display, powerful performance, and extensive content library, this tablet becomes your go-to device for everything from streaming movies to reading books and staying connected with friends and family. The standout feature of the Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet is its brilliant 8-inch HD display. The vibrant colors and sharp resolution make videos, photos, and e-books come to life, offering an immersive viewing experience. Whether you’re catching up on your favorite shows, browsing the web, or enjoying an e-book, the display ensures stunning visuals that keep you engaged. The tablet’s performance is impressive, thanks to its quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM. Apps load quickly, and multitasking becomes a breeze, allowing you to seamlessly switch between different tasks without any lag. The Fire HD 8 tablet delivers smooth performance, making it perfect for gaming, streaming, and everyday productivity. […]” — Danny (This review has been edited for length. Read the full review.)
“I am an avid reader since I was a child. I also like to play games and read the news. I can do all of that on the fire with great picture quality. I love that the touch screen never fails me. But the best thing about it is I can adjust the size of everything, even apps if they are set right, which most are. I am visually impaired, so this is important. I searched for the right device years ago and have stuck to it. Even my kids and grandkids love their kindles. This week I bought a new kindle fire 8 to replace the old one that I gave to my sister. But the text on my books would not enlarge like I was used to. I called customer service disabled and talked to Mike. He was helpful and showed me the hidden control for enlarging text. I am completely loving my kindle fire again! Thanks, Mike!” — Rotide (This review has been edited for length. Read the full review.)
“Got this for the wife, she had a different tablet for a long time and it finally died. Picked this one up for her and all her books transfered over shes had from the other tablet. But with this one she has access to a book club that is free and gets alot more books to read. She likes this tablet as much as she liked the other. I recommend this tablet, it’s a value at this price and stores alot of books. Can play games, check email, peruse the internet all using wifi. Is not connected to the internet other than through wifi, NO monthly Subcriptions required. Get one today” — Nevada Marine
“I recently decided to separate my (Kindle/Audible) book collection into categories of career and leisure. I use my 10” Kindle to read research, but the smaller device is actually more comfortable for me without sacrificing performance. I couldn’t be more happy with the outcome!” — C. M. Crisel
“Perfect for my 4 1/2 yr old. The parental controls are great and the apps are kid friendly without all of the ads consistently interrupting them like they do on other devices. My only con is you cannot use the Google play store to purchase games, still very happy with this purchase ! My son loves it and I don’t have to worry while he is playing on it or watching a cartoon.” — Dannielle E.
“This tablet was an upgrade for me and my spouse is utilizing my older version. The screen is very clear and easy to adjust to accommodate for eye strain. I would highly recommend this version as I have small hand and the larger tablets weight too much and really are not of any additional benefit. Additionally, I have the Kindle Unlimited membership and I am NEVER without something to read. Great product.” — PAScrappy