The Best Tablet Deals for August 2023: Apple iPads, Samsung Galaxy Tabs, More

Beat the heat by staying indoors or in the shade with a tablet: Get your reading, writing, and binge-watching done without breaking a sweat. Tablets are versatile—they’re powerful enough to complete tasks and can be slipped into a purse or backpack afterward. Unlike with a traditional laptop, you likely won’t need to be tethered to an outlet, and many tablets include apps to streamline activities such as reading ebooks. For those who are going back to school soon, a tablet is an especially helpful companion for completing classwork and homework.

With a tablet, you can stream music and video, check and respond to email, run mobile games, read ebooks, surf the web, and more. The main difference between models is the operating system—iPadOS, Android, or Windows. Also important are the processor and amount of on-board memory. And you need to weigh what you want in terms of cost, weight, storage capacity, camera quality, battery life, and connectivity, among other considerations.

If you’re going to be using your tablet primarily for reading, consider going with an ebook reader instead. They’re often cheaper than tablets, they’re easier on your eyes, and they can serve as notepads as well as mini-libraries.

For those looking for something to completely replace a laptop, many tablets can connect to a removable keyboard, but you could also opt for a true 2-in-1 device that combines a physical keyboard with the versatility of a touch screen. Of course, when you’re using your device for resource-intensive activities such as photo and video editing or gaming, a traditional laptop is the way to go.

Apple iPad 10.2″ 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (2021 Release)

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The 2021 Apple iPad is a versatile tablet that runs on the A13 bionic chip and has a 10.2-inch Retina display and 64GB of storage. User-friendly and powerful enough to run programs like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, this portable device will be your go-to for work and play on the go. Pair it with an Apple Pencil and smart keyboard to truly unlock its creative potential. At $269, this device is at an all-time low in price, so if you’ve been waiting to purchase one, now is the time.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 64GB 10.4″ Tablet with S Pen

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This Samsung GalaxyTab S6 Lite includes an S Pen, which opens up a world of creative possibilities. Whether your artistic expression of choice is writing, drawing, or editing photos and videos, this slim but powerful tablet can handle the task. The 2,000-by-1,200 resolution is easy on the eyes, no matter what kind of content you’re viewing. And with up to 12 hours of battery life, you’ll be able to get a lot done between each charge.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Intel i3 128GB 12.3″ Tablet

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Powered by 11th Gen Intel Core processors, the Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ straddles the line between tablet and laptop computer, thanks to the included type-cover keyboard. Weighing just 1.7 pounds, the Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ is extremely portable, and multiple ports let you easily connect and power your other devices. The 12.3-inch PixelSense Display has 2,73-by-1,824 resolution, and the Surface’s signature 3:2 aspect ratio gives you 18% more vertical screen real estate than a standard laptop screen does.

Fire HD 10 32GB 10.1-Inch Tablet (2021 Release)

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For those who like to stream shows and read books in their downtime, the Fire HD 10 Tablet can be an irreplaceable companion. Because this is an Amazon device, you have access to the millions of titles on Kindle, as well as Prime Video and Amazon Music. It’s basically your one stop shop for Amazon-provided entertainment. You’re not limited to Prime programs, either: You can also stream Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Spotify—whatever your favorite platform happens to be.