Certainly this is no longer the golden age of the tablets. Declining for four consecutive quarters at a global level, the market is also poised to change his tune. Manufacturers now eyeing to larger models, halfway between a computer screen and television, more suitable for video use and collaborative work. But this should not prevent consumer tablets to once again among the most popular technological gifts of French during the holiday season. Apple, Samsung, Sony, LG, Microsoft … An overview of best tablets launched in recent months.
The iPad Air 2
Launched last year, the iPad Air 2 displays an impressive contrast to the Retina display, high-end features (Apple A8X chip) and a good bill for autonomy (between 10 and 12 hours video use). Available in gray, gold and silver, it benefits of technology to secure its Touch ID fingerprint data but does not include 3D Touch, launched with the latest iPhone. From 499 euros for 16 GB.
The iPad mini 4
Launched this fall, the brand new iPad mini is even thinner and lighter than previous models while displaying superior performance. If left behind Air iPad 2 in terms of fluidity for the most demanding video games, surfing the internet, watching movies and working with the new multitasking are not flat while earning a few minutes of battery ( around ten hours). From 399 euros (16 GB). For 100 euros less, Apple still offers the iPad mini 2 without the chip and the latest screen or the fingerprint sensor.
The Microsoft Surface 3
Rivale Air iPad, the Surface 3 offers design and productivity Surface Pro at a lower price ( from 599 euros in 64-GB , expandable via SD card). It provides a seamless experience for browsing the web, watching movies (Full HD 10.8 inch screen) and work with the Windows interface 10 which includes the Office suite and allows to easily switch between the Microsoft devices. The keyboard is optional (149 euros) and its autonomy announced is 9 hours of video playback.
The Samsung Galaxy S2
The latest Samsung tablet sports a Super AMOLED 9.7-inch screen with intense contrasts let you watch videos without problem in a bright environment. It features a fingerprint reader to secure data. His eight-core processor turns the games and applications multitasking without blinking. Offered at a price close to the iPad Air 2 ( from 499 euros ), it has the advantage of expanding its memory via memory card.
The Amazon Fire HDX 8.9
The large format tablet Amazon stands out for its reasonable price. From 379 euros (16GB version), it offers a 8.9-inch HD screen quality in a streamlined Google interface centered on Amazon services. The Snapdragon processor can run the most demanding games while posting a very satisfactory range of more than 13 hours of video playback. His memory is not expandable.
The LG G Pad II 10.1
The LG Pad II is equipped a full HD 10.1-inch screen in the market standards but differs subsequently integrated Microsoft Office and 100 GB of online storage offered for two years. It has a double window mode to display two applications at a time and ad between 12 and 13 hours battery life. From 449 euros version 16 GB of storage, expandable via memory card.
The Sony Xperia Z4
Waterproof and dust resistant, the latest Sony Tablet boasts the expertise of the Japanese manufacturer in terms of image (2K 10.1-inch screen) and photography to show strong multimedia performance. It is also among the thinnest and lightest on the market (6.1 mm for 389 g). Lollipo its Android interface is easily customizable. Only downside, its limited autonomy from the competition with only five hours of video playback. From 559 euros (32GB, expandable). For about 200 euros less, the Xperia Z2 is always proposed Authorized Resellers.
The Sony Xperia Z3 Compact
Ultralight (270 g), the tablet small size (8 inches) largely competes with Sony mini iPad. Resistant to splashes, immersion and dust, it features a bright screen of very good quality, offers good performance for general public use with autonomy announced 15 hours in video playback. From 399 euros for 16 GB of storage .
The Nvidia Shield K1
Finally, for gamers, Nvidia better prioritize Shied tablet that ignored the design and focuses entirely on graphics performance. Just a joystick to turn it into a game console. Powered by a powerful processor, it may turn streaming most PC title and allows you to play remotely total fluidity. At However, provided you have a PC with Nvidia. It is also compatible GeForce Now, the game service on the cloud Nvidia. Sold 199 euros, without pen and charger (100 euros).
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