Best Android Tab under $500

thefirstgambit on 31/07/2022 - 14:50

Mum's 65th birthday is coming weekend. So any recommendations preferred

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  • Mick on 01/08/2022 - 08:02

    I have the p11 and working well. Great screen clarity and sound as well.
    The p11 pro is currently on special for $499.
    11.5 inches screen is a bonus.
    https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/TABLEN11561281/Lenovo-Xiaox…

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  • Tmurder91 on 01/08/2022 - 08:22

    Does it have to be Android?
    The latest base model iPad is $569 and should be in stock at places like JB, PB Tech etc
    Or just online via Apple but it won't arrive in time: https://www.apple.com/nz/shop/buy-ipad/ipad-10-2

    Its a little over budget and a change of OS, but you'd probably find a far better experience overall with iPad, even if you are an Android mobile (or Windows computer) user

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    • ace310 on 01/08/2022 - 09:37

      It is $529 from Apple Education which is very close to $500 mark.

      Also, might be able to stack cashrewards 1.5% for additional discounts.

      Definitely better then android at this price range.

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      • Tmurder91 on 01/08/2022 - 11:02

        good point. I'd forgotten about the education discount but as OP needs by the weekend that might not be a viable option

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        • ace310 on 01/08/2022 - 11:10

          It says in stock and delivered by Thursday for my address. So should be fine.

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    • ScoobyNZ on 01/08/2022 - 09:15

      Yeah you would almost say that for someone that may be a bit tech dis-inclined (over 60's etc), Apple offers a better user experience… more often than not, things just work.

      Security is the biggest issue though so just make sure you've got passwords / PIN's kept securely somewhere other than her brain haha

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    • Nythic on 01/08/2022 - 12:55

      $529 at Noel Leeming school/uni discount. I'm getting myself an iPad as well, Android updates are just so rare.

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  • jcrob111 on 01/08/2022 - 19:41

    I’d stick to iPad not Android tablets for elderly people. They are much easier to learn and make the most of, and receive lots of security and software updates for 4+ years.

    FaceTime is also great - makes calls easy.

    Plus even the standard $500ish iPad feels premium and not plastic like most Android tablets in the sub-$500 range.

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  • Drcspy on 01/08/2022 - 08:30

    Yeah I'm using Lenovo p11 now. It's good. You have to look for the sales those they vary from $599 to $439, ( that's what I paid).

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