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The pilet can also be used as a gaming handheld (Image source: soulscircuit)

Pilet handheld computer has a new name, runs on a Raspberry Pi 5 and comes with either a keyboard or gamepad

The pilet is a new mobile computing system based on the Raspberry Pi, which is being offered in a couple model variants and sports a solid seven-hour battery life. Some models have a keyboard.

Silvio Werner, 02 Dec 2024 19:56

The Pixel Tablet 2 would have offered modest upgrades across the board over the Pixel Tablet, pictured. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel Tablet 2 hardware upgrades detailed following rumoured cancellation

The Pixel Tablet series may now be on hold. However, that has not stopped a reliable leaker from outlining all key upgrades that were headed to the Pixel Tablet 2 before its demise.

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2024 17:51

Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro AI features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (Image source: Lenovo)

New Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro AI debuts with last-gen flagship SoC, large battery, and stylus support

Lenovo has introduced a new tablet in China. Called the Yoga Pad Pro AI, it packs the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, sports a large 10,200 mAh battery, and has stylus support.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Dec 2024 12:57

Kindle Scribe 2024: E-reader also doubles as a notebook. (Image source: Amazon)

Amazon's new Kindle Scribe set to launch next week

Amazon is launching the new generation of its Kindle Scribe next week, which brings only modest improvements over the previous model, but it is still a quality device for those looking for both an e-reader and notebook.

Silvio Werner, 30 Nov 2024 22:16

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ in review. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus: Sidelined?

The Galaxy Tab S10+ proves to be a solid further development compared to the Galaxy Tab S9 Plus, but nothing more. The stagnation of the OLED display and the choice of SoC for the Galaxy Tab S10 Plus raise questions about the futu...

Marcus Herbrich, 29 Nov 2024 18:18

The Galaxy Tab S9 may be getting a successor quite soon. (Image source: Samsung)

Official evidence reveals Samsung will launch the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series

Samsung has accidentally revealed that the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series is coming. The new tablet(s) should bring upgrades over the Galaxy Tab S9 FE series but cost less than the Galaxy Tab S10 series.

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Nov 2024 23:39

The P50Ai is the latest member in Teclast's P50 series. (Image source: Teclast)

Teclast P50Ai released globally with peculiar design running Android 15

Teclast has updated its Android tablet product line with the P50Ai. Now available globally, the Teclast P50Ai runs Android 15 out of the box and features two USB Type-C ports unlike many of its peers.

Alex Alderson, 28 Nov 2024 17:15

RedMagic's DAO series is on sale. (Image source: RedMagic)

Black Friday Deal | RedMagic DAO 150W GaN charger goes on sale at 20% off

RedMagic has announced a Black Friday 2024 sale on its distinctive, RGB-enhanced line of transparent-design accessories. They include the brand's most powerful GaN charger with up to 140W of power delivery via USB-C. The appropria...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Nov 2024 20:36

Honor Tablet GT tipped to launch with large battery and new chipset

Honor is now thought to have a new tablet to go with its next Android smartphone in December 2024. It might be the first of its kind to launch with MediaTek's latest mid-range processor. The possible member of the GT series is als...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Nov 2024 17:05

Black Friday Deal | $120 Google Pixel Tablet Black Friday discount drops 11-inch Android tablet to a near-record-low price

The 10.9-inch Google Pixel Tablet has been discounted by a sizeable $120 for Best Buy's Black Friday sale, making it a solid value proposition for anyone looking to get any productivity work done on the go. In our review of the Pi...

Julian van der Merwe, 26 Nov 2024 20:06

Oukitel Black Friday and Thanksgiving 2024 deals are here. Grab them while they're hot.

Get the perfect Black Friday and Thanksgiving gift with Oukitel's latest deals on rugged smartphones and tablets, now starting at just $199.99

Oukitel is offering some sweet deals on its acclaimed portfolio of rugged smartphones and tablets. Whether you are shopping to upgrade your mobile experience this Black Friday or planning to gift someone special for Thanksgiving, ...

Advert‏ising, 26 Nov 2024 15:00

Black Friday Deal | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE drops to all-time low with $150 Amazon Black Friday discount

The 10.9-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE is down to a record-low price thanks to a $150 Amazon Black Friday deal. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE comes with Samsung's impressive S Pen in the box, and makes for an excellent note-taking,...

Julian van der Merwe, 26 Nov 2024 06:52

The 9th-Gen Apple iPad 10.9-inch with a $130 Best Buy Black Friday discount.

Black Friday Deal | Apple 9th-Gen iPad 10.9-inch drops to $199.99 in Best Buy Black Friday deal

The 9th-Gen iPad 10.9-inch has dropped to a whopping $199.99 in Best Buy's Black Friday 2024 sale, making it an incredible value as an on-the-go art tablet or media consumption device.

Julian van der Merwe, 25 Nov 2024 22:53

The 10th Generation iPad is at its lowest price ever on Amazon right now. (Image source: Apple via Amazon)

Black Friday Deal | Apple's 10th Gen iPad drops to lowest price ever on Amazon

Black Friday is kicking off a bit early for Apple's popular tablet. The 10th Gen iPad is currently on sale at Amazon for its lowest price ever.

Sam Medley, 25 Nov 2024 20:03

An alleged new Mate 70 smartphone in action. (Image source: Digital Chat Station)

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 (2025) and Mate 70 tipped to support new AI-powered physical file-transfer gesture

The MatePad Pro 13.2 (2025) is thought to launch soon as one of the first Huawei flagships with HarmonyOS Next out of the box. The new software is also now believed to support a feature by which files can be transferred from one o...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Nov 2024 19:04

Oppo Pad 3 features the Dimensity 8350 (Image source: Oppo - edited)

Oppo Pad 3 launches as affordable Android tablet with new Dimensity SoC

The Oppo Pad 3 has made its official debut in China. Coming with the new MediaTek Dimensity 8350, the Android tablet starts at CNY 2,099, which is around $290.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Nov 2024 14:21

The Teclast M50 Mini runs Android 14 regardless of the version purchased. (Image source: Teclast)

Teclast M50 Mini lands globally as unusual new compact tablet

Teclast has finally decided to offer its M50 Mini tablet globally. However, its international release comes with some oddities, like an LTE variant that is less powerful than its Wi-Fi-only variant.

Alex Alderson, 22 Nov 2024 23:26

The Oppo Pad 3 will have a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Pad 3 official listing reveals full spec sheet ahead of its launch

Just a few days to the launch of the Oppo Pad 3 in China, registration for the device is already open, and the product listing has revealed the full spec sheet of the new tablet. While it isn't as powerful as the Oppo Pad 3 Pro, i...

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Nov 2024 12:46

The Oppo Pad 3 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Pad 3 Pro gets a global launch but OnePlus has a better deal on the OnePlus Pad 2

The Oppo Pad 3 Pro is now available outside China but it actually isn't a clone of the OnePlus Pad 2 as there are some significant differences. On the other hand, OnePlus is also running a deal on the OnePlus Pad 2 which is quite ...

Habeeb Onawole, 21 Nov 2024 17:08

There won't reportedly be a Pixel Tablet 3 (Image source: Google)

Google reportedly abandons Pixel Tablet lineup

While there are rumors about Google releasing a Pixel Tablet 2, a new report suggests there won't be a successor after that. This info is allegedly coming from sources that are "close to the project."

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Nov 2024 06:55

The Pixel Tablet 2 is unlikely to officially arrive before the middle of next year, original model pictured. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel Tablet 2 to launch with new hardware upgrades and official keyboard accessory

The Pixel Tablet 2 may be a bigger upgrade than previous rumours suggested. Not only is Google expected to deliver various hardware improvements, but it is also now rumoured to be bringing its long-awaited keyboard case to market.

Alex Alderson, 17 Nov 2024 10:47

The OnePlus Pad Pro. (Image Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Pad Pro: A 13-inch refresh of OnePlus's flagship tablet is said to be on the way

A new report claims OnePlus is set to refresh the OnePlus Pad Pro it launched in the middle of the year. The "new" tablet looks set to retain most of the hardware of the standard Pad Pro, except for its display which sees a jump f...

Ricci Rox, 17 Nov 2024 09:06

Oppo Pad 3 design, display and color options made official

Oppo has confirmed that the Pad 3 is on the way as a new version of the OEM's current flagship Android tablet. It is touted as ideal for reading or drawing with its "soft light" display, and as an ideal companion to the Oppo Penci...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2024 21:05

The MatePad Pro 13.2. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 Gen 2 tipped to launch in late 2024

The major Huawei product event scheduled for the end of November 2024 is not just for new premium smartphones like the Mate 70 series, according to a new leak. The long list of top-end products also allegedly includes the even mor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2024 16:43

HyperOS 2.0 should reach over 50 devices before the end of the year. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi HyperOS 2.0 global rollout plans now official for over 50 devices

Xiaomi has now confirmed its early HyperOS 2.0 global rollout plans. Published via its CEO, the company's release schedule currently only stretches to next month. Nonetheless, Xiaomi hopes to have started issuing its new major And...

Alex Alderson, 14 Nov 2024 18:17

T60 Plus: New Android tablet with dual SIM. (Image source: Teclast)

Teclast T60 Plus: Android tablet comes with dual SIM and 2K display at a low price

The Teclast T60 Plus is a new Android tablet with rather thin display edges. A cellular modem with dual SIM support is on board, while the display has a decent resolution and an increased refresh rate.

Silvio Werner, 13 Nov 2024 15:17

Oppo Pad 3 tipped to launch as slimmed-down Android tablet with new (if not better) SoC

The Oppo Pad 3 is now projected to debut with unusually speedy display and charging specs for the Android tablet market - much like its predecessor. However, this upcoming slate has dropped out of the flagship-grade category in ot...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Nov 2024 19:57

The Teclast T70 is rated for up to 32 hours of battery life. (Image source: Teclast)

T70: Teclast launches huge but inexpensive new Android tablet with up to 32 hours of battery life

Teclast has released a new large Android tablet globally. Sold as the Teclast T70, the tablet has a huge 14-inch display combined with a 10,000 mAh battery, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 12 Nov 2024 18:53

The Huawei MatePad 12 X in review at Notebookcheck. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Verdict on the MatePad 12 X: The better iPad Air in many respects

The low-reflection PaperMatte screen of the MatePad 12X has surprisingly strong brightness levels for a 12-inch tablet, as revealed in our review. The tablet's thin and lightweight design also speaks in favor of portability and mo...

Marcus Herbrich, 11 Nov 2024 16:54

Gorilla Glass is about to be put under pressure. (Image source: Corning)

Corning Gorilla Glass has unfair monopoly on mobile device protection, European Commission argues

The European Commission (EC) suspects Corning of supressing competition in the market for glass tough enough to protect the screen of your smartphone, tablet or wearable. The New York firm is now being investigated for these "anti...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Nov 2024 17:52

Minisforum V3 SE starts at ~$628 (Image source: Minisforum - edited)

Minisforum V3 SE launches as cheaper alternative to non-SE V3 tablet PC

The Minisforum V3 SE has launched as a refreshed variant of the non-SE tablet PC that launched in early 2024. This new model comes with some tweaks but has a less capable APU than the regular option.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 Nov 2024 07:56

The Nomad: Multifunctional tablet. (Image source: UpBeat)

The Nomad: Rugged tablet with four speakers is a shower radio, entertainment platform and CarPlay system in one

The Nomad is a multifunctional device that is fundamentally also a tablet with a focus on audio playback and can also be used as a CarPlay navigation system. The device is currently available for pre-order at a discount.

Silvio Werner, 02 Nov 2024 23:27

RedMagic Nova beats 2025 Lenovo Legion Y700 in AnTuTu's latest Android tablet performance ranking (Image source: RedMagic/Yanshanpai)

RedMagic Nova gaming tablet tops AnTuTu's new Android tablet performance ranking

AnTuTu has revealed the top-performing devices from October 2024, and in the Android pad category, the RedMagic Nova gaming tablet with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version has topped the list.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Nov 2024 19:11

P50AI: Tablet with Android 15. (Image source: Teclast)

P50AI: Teclast launches new Android 15 tablet with AI functions

The Teclast P50AI is a new tablet that is advertised with various AI functions and is equipped with a slightly faster display. It comes with the latest operating system and can also be used as an alternative to a notebook.

Silvio Werner, 02 Nov 2024 15:06

Xiaomi Pad 7 series is now available on TradingShenzhen (Image source: Xiaomi)

Newly launched Xiaomi Pad 7 series becomes available for purchase outside China via import

The Xiaomi Pad 7 and Pad 7 Pro became official alongside the Xiaomi 15 series on October 29, but the company hasn't announced global availability yet. However, you can now unofficially purchase Android tablets outside China via im...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Nov 2024 17:18

The Pixel Tablet has an optional speaker charging dock. (Image source: Google)

Leaked Pixel Tablet 3 details reveal it will have two USB-C ports but an inferior Tensor G6 chip

Google seems to be back in the tablet business for the long haul as details of a Pixel Tablet 3 have surfaced. The tablet, which is expected to arrive in 2027 will have two USB-C ports and a less-powerful version of the Tensor G6 ...

Habeeb Onawole, 30 Oct 2024 22:29

Google Play Store will reportedly get an AI-powered Ask a Question feature

Google is reportedly developing an AI-based feature for the Play Store to answer user queries on apps and help find them.

Rohith Bhaskar, 30 Oct 2024 12:32

TikTok partners with Giphy to upgrade DMs with AI-powered gif-picker

TikTok has announced that it will soon enhance the way users express themselves with .gifs that come up as a result of AI-generated suggestions. The animated images in question will all come courtesy of Giphy thanks to a new agree...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2024 19:30

The Xiaomi Pad 7. (Image Soirce: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Pad 7 and Pad 7 Pro debut as reasonably priced sub-premium tablets

Xiaomi has now unveiled successors to the Xiaomi Pad 6 and Pad 6 Pro that launched in April last year. While the Pad 7 and Pad 7 Pro may not launch as Xiaomi's flagship tablets for the generation, they deliver solid hardware along...

Ricci Rox, 29 Oct 2024 15:54

The Tecno Megapad 10 has a 10-inch HD+ display. (Image source: Tecno)

Tecno's Megapad 10 Android tablet isn't mega in size and specifications

Tecno has announced a new Android tablet with a slim design. However, its specs put it in the budget category.

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Oct 2024 22:20

The Nomos Desktop Charger 140W. (Image source: Baseus)

Deal | Baseus Nomos Charging Stations with versatile designs and Qi2 charging go on sale

Baseus' latest Nomos series of chargers are rated for up-to-date Qi2 wireless charging across the board, and also contains thoughtful features such as the retractable cable of the flagship 140W Desktop Charger. They have now been ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Oct 2024 18:29

How does Notebookcheck test laptops and smartphones? A behind-the-scenes look into our review process

A deep dive on how we carry out product testing. We have a meticulous methodology for testing laptops, phones, and tablets that allows for impartial and objective ratings. This article offers a comprehensive look behind the scenes — a detailed explanation of what we measure and ...

Simon Leitner, Klaus Hinum, Marc Herter, 28 Oct 2024 17:43

The upcoming iPad (11th Gen) may not look too different from the 10th generation iPad. (Image source: Apple)

Insider reveals a new entry-level iPad is expected to arrive in 2025

Apple is working on a new entry-level iPad that will be more powerful but largely retain its predecessor's design. It is expected to arrive next year alongside a new iPhone SE model.

Habeeb Onawole, 27 Oct 2024 17:27

You will be saving up to $135 with this deal.

Deal | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE now at lowest price ever on Amazon

With the ongoing limited-time deal on Amazon, you can get your hands on a shiny new Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE for just $314.99. As per the price history of the product, this is the lowest-ever price, which makes it a great bang for...

Nitisha Upadhye, 26 Oct 2024 19:22

Oukitel RT3 Pro: Pre-order deal on new Android 14 rugged tablet announced

Oukitel has now opened pre-orders for its latest rugged tablet - with a limited-time price-cut. The RT3 Pro is touted to be as versatile as it is durable with its 8-inch display. The brand is also running a giveaway on Reddit in c...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2024 19:39

The Pad 3 Pro runs ColorOS 14.1 based on Android 14. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Pad 3 Pro released as new flagship Android tablet and RedMagic Nova challenger

ZTE has just released the RedMagic Nova globally. However, Oppo has shot back with the Pad 3 Pro, which combines a large battery capacity with a 144 Hz display and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version chipset.

Alex Alderson, 25 Oct 2024 01:41

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