Standing screen display size | 8 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 2048x1536 |
Max Screen Resolution | 2048*1536 Pixels |
Processor | 1.33 GHz atom_z3735 |
RAM | 2 GB DDR3 |
Hard Drive | 32 GB mechanical_hard_drive |
Chipset Brand | Imagination Technologies PowerVR |
Card Description | Integrated |
Wireless Type | 802.11bgn |
Average Battery Life (in hours) | 8 Hours |
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ASUS ZenPad S8 8" (2048x1536) 32GB Black Tablet - Z580C-B1-BK
Brand | ASUS |
Model Name | ZenPad S8 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 32 GB |
Screen Size | 8 Inches |
Display Resolution Maximum | 2048*1536 Pixels |
About this item
- 8" IPS Display (2048 x 1536) with ASUS TruVivid technology for better visual experience
- Intel Atom Z3530 Quad-Core, 64bit, 1.3GHz
- 2GB RAM, 32GB Onboard Storage
- 5M/2M Dual Camera; 1 x microSD Card slot, support up to 128GB SDXC
- Android 5.0 Lollipop
- Update the firmware to V5.5.2 or higher
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Battery life | 2.8 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.1 |
Value for money | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 4.2 |
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Touch Screen | 3.3 | — | — | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.1 |
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display size | 8 inches | 10.4 inches | 10.4 inches | — | — | — |
memory capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 32 GB | 512 GB | 32 GB |
operating system | Android 5.0 Lollipop | Android | Android | Android 12 | Android 13 | Android |
hardware interface | sdxc | bluetooth | bluetooth | usb c | bluetooth 5 | usb c |
wireless tech | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
From the manufacturer
ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 , Z580C
Premium 8-inch Android Tablet with 2K Display
A fashionable tablet with zero compromise
Sleek Aluminum Finish | Stylish Design | Light Weight | Affordable
The ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 features an alluring look and feel inspired by the ASUS Zen design philosophy of crafting harmonious beauty and functionality. With its clean lines and metallic finish enhanced by an exquisite hairline pattern, and brilliant diamond-cut edges, the ASUS ZenPad has refined, luxurious styling that fits any setting.
Features At-a-Glance
- 8" 2K IPS Display (2048 x 1536).
- Intel Atom Z3530 Super Quad-Core, 64bit, 1.3GHz.
- 2GB RAM, 32G Onboard Storage.
- 1 MicroSD Card slot, expend up to 128GB SDHC.
- Android 5.0 Lollipop O/S
- ASUS TruVivid, Bluelight filter technology for enhanced visual experience.
ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580C - Heavy on performance, light on your wallet!
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Powered by Super Quad-Core ProcessorSmooth Quad Core performance and multitasking with Intel Atom Z3530 Moorfield Super Quad-Core, 64bit, 1.3GHz and 2GB RAM. You can enjoy fast web surfing, smooth video playback, great gaming experiences, and multi-tasking that doesn't leave you waiting. |
ASUS PixelMaster CameraSee What Others Can't See - ZenPad's 5MP PixelMaster rear camera captures stunning, high-resolution photos. The industry-leading Low Light mode employs pixel-merging technology to capture up to 400% brighter photos at night, or in low-light scenes, without the need for a flash. |
ASUS VisualMaster SuiteUsing exclusive visual enhancement technologies that combine hardware and software to optimize all aspects of the display — including contrast, sharpness, color, clarity, and brightness — resulting in an incredibly realistic viewing experience. With ASUS VisualMaster, it’s just like being there. - 2K IPS Display - ASUS TruVivid - ASUS Bluelight Filter - ASUS Splendid |
ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580C - ASUS VisualMaster
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Brilliant 2K IPS DisplayASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580C provides a fantastic picture for immersive entertainment experiences and general daily use. Features a stunning 2K (2048x1536) IPS multi-touch display uses in-plane-switching (IPS) technology to deliver 178-degree viewing angles with accurate color reproduction, no matter how you view the screen. Every video and image comes to life with vivid, bright colors! |
ASUS TruVividBrings color to life with brilliant clarity. ASUS TruVivid technology improves screen clarity, brightness, and touch responsiveness. This technology transforms the conventional four-layer display design—composed of cover glass, touch panel, air gap, and LCD module—into a two-layer, full lamination design, eliminating the air gap and combining the cover glass and touch panel layers. ASUS TruVivid technology offers higher optical transparency (>94%) than conventional display, resulting in brilliant color clarity and brightness. |
ASUS Bluelight FilterHelps reduce eye fatigue and provide a comfortable viewing experience by minimizing blue light emission from the screen without affecting other colors. |
ASUS ZenUI – Your Best Companion
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ASUS Splendid TechnologyASUS ZenPad comes with ASUS Splendid technology to let you adjust image color, brightness, contrast, and sharpness for your own optimized viewing experience. |
ASUS ZenUI – A simple and smarter UIASUS's ZenUI mobile user interface. A Simpler, Smarter, More Personalized ZenUI Experience. The brand-new ZenUI with exquisite visual design has a variety of new features, including ZenMotion, SnapView and ZenUI Instant Updates, that enhance usability, ensure privacy, and deliver a seamless user experience. |
ASUS ZenUI – Your Best CompanionZenMotion : Everything has a shortcut. Simple and intuitive gestures launch apps in a snap. Draw a 'C' on the lock screen to instantly access the camera. Tap-Tap On : Double-tap the screen to unlock effortlessly. Instantly access multiple user profiles directly through the unlock screen. SnapView : Separate work and personal life! Independent spaces to keep your personal content private and your professional life secure, with cross-space notifications to manage both spheres. Private contacts and messaging Privacy protection with ease. Keep your private communications secure with confidential logs and messaging protected by a PIN code. Kids Mode : A safe playground for youngsters! Turn your ZenPad into a protected education and entertainment center for kids, with a built-in parental controls and timer. These are just some of the 1000+ enhancements ZenUI offers. |
Enjoy 100GB of FREE Google Drive Storage!Your ASUS ZenPad comes with 100 GB of Google Drive storage, free for 2 years. Enjoy the amazing benefits of accessing files on-the-go with your ASUS ZenPad and Google Drive. Redeem this offer in the Google Drive app by April 1, 2018. *One Google account is only entitled to 100GB of Google Drive space free for 2 years on ASUS mobile devices. *100GB Google Drive upgrade may only be redeemed once in a single 12-month period on ASUS mobile devices. |
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Technical Details
Brand | ASUS |
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Series | ZenPad S8 |
Item model number | Z580C-B1-BK |
Hardware Platform | Android |
Operating System | Android 5.0 Lollipop |
Item Weight | 11.2 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 5.3 x 8 x 0.3 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.3 x 8 x 0.3 inches |
Color | Black |
Rear Webcam Resolution | 5 MP |
Processor Brand | Intel |
Number of Processors | 2 |
Computer Memory Type | Unknown |
Flash Memory Size | 32 GB |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Additional Information
ASIN | B011TVF5QC |
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Customer Reviews |
3.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #262,704 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #4,047 in Computer Tablets |
Date First Available | August 7, 2015 |
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Customers like the screen, power, and value of the tablet. For example, they say it has a nice screen, sharp graphics, and astounding display quality. Customers appreciate the weight. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, quality, battery life, sound quality, and ease of use.
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Customers are mixed about the quality of the tablet computer. Some mention it's a great quality device with fantastic hardware. They also appreciate the stylish design and good audio output through the internal speakers. However, others say that it'd be better if it was better constructed and had more updates.
"...fantastic performance, in addition to the stylish design and fantastic hardware all the while maintaining a budget price tag...." Read more
"...1 star for Asus!ZenUI is interesting. It resembles the stock Android UI, with a few improvements/ additional functionality...." Read more
"...Unfortunately, no updates since whatsoever. Asus appears to have abandoned this...the saga of Android and older devices. Still...the best value...." Read more
"...I have bought over 7 Samsung devices, they are great quality devices, but I got tired of the physical home button, the touchwiz, and the lack of..." Read more
Customers like the screen of the tablet computer. They say it is nice, bright, and has sharp graphics. They also say the video looks good, and the display quality is astounding. The images are clear and crisp, and have vibrant colors. The contrast is good, making the tablet very stylish. Overall, customers are happy with the screen and recommend it to others.
"...The screen is still amazing. This tablet has endured some bad drops and no problems. Unfortunately, no updates since whatsoever...." Read more
"...Images are clear and crisp. The blue light filter is great! When you set it up, it lets you compare what it looks like on and off...." Read more
"...the tablet – it offers fantastic performance, in addition to the stylish design and fantastic hardware all the while maintaining a budget price..." Read more
"...Pros:- Solid Performance- Beautiful Screen- Decent battery life- USB Type-C connectionCons:-..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the tablet. They mention that it has the best power for the price, and the hardware remains unmatched for the value. Customers also say that it's a great tablet out of the box and has lots of web support to help customize it.
"...The screen is sharp/clear and the color saturation is excellent for the price... did I mention the screen is really nice...." Read more
"...but, overall, it really does seem like a higher end device at a lower end price!..." Read more
"...stylish design and fantastic hardware all the while maintaining a budget price tag...." Read more
"...Recommended Accessories64 GB Samsung Evo micro SD, the price was very good $24. Amazon ASIN: B00IVPU7AO..." Read more
Customers find the weight of the tablet computer to be very light, and thin. They also say the design is well thought out, and the tablet is extremely portable. Customers also mention that the UI is light, making it easy to use on mobile devices.
"...The tablet screen aspect ratio is excellent for reading, and it is light weight, some reviewers have pointed out that the screen may be dim under..." Read more
"...The initial impression was very good. Screen is bright. Light weight. But after using a few months, there are several issues...." Read more
"...headphones on tablets most of the time because they are easily driven by mobile devices, have great range, and are compact and light...." Read more
"...5. The external build of the tablet feels nice and the tablet itself has a decent weight (not too heavy but still solid feeling)...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the tablet. Some mention that it offers fantastic performance, the software does perform smoothly, and it's fast and responsive. Others say that they're unimpressed with the performance, display quality, and resolution. They say that the screen becomes far less responsive, it slows down, and starts throttling.
"...It seems to work great. I have yet to have any stuttering or failures from Adopting the card, and have 82+ GB of "internal" memory...." Read more
"...Very powerful and though I have an iPad Air 2, my kids use it most of the time, so I figured I'd try something different...." Read more
"...It seemed dead. After a moment of thought, I decided to plug it in - just because, usually, it is the most obvious solution that works the best...." Read more
"...-Long charge time (sometimes?)The tablet performs very well. I haven't run anything too heavy, but for general use it works great so far...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the tablet computer. Some mention that it holds a charge in sleep mode very well, while others say that it has horrible battery life. The power can continue to drain pretty quickly in sleep, and the mechanical drives use battery pretty quickly. The battery needs charging virtually every day, and it keeps going to sleep when the cover is closed. The biggest problem is that there is no way to fully turn off the automatic brightness, and that the SmartCover puts the table to sleep randomly.
"...Questionable DAC, audibly raised low & mid bassBelow-average battery life*..." Read more
"...Added 12-5-16: Have used the tablet and the battery life is better than expected...." Read more
"...The battery will last less, but you have good chances of getting that weak signal...." Read more
"...To be clear - other than that one time, it holds a charge in sleep mode very very well. Second issue was the microphone...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the tablet computer. Some mention that the sound is really great from the front speakers, while others say that the speakers are weak and wimpy.
"...I did. Shows as 6.0.1 with the latest ASUS firmware. Speakers seem to be quite good (did the Metallica YouTube test and it rocked for the size)...." Read more
"...The sound is pretty good for only having tiny little speakers. Some things can be a little tinny, but they are tiny little speakers!!..." Read more
"...The speakers tend to sizzle out on sharp sibilants (like ‘s’ in ‘sound’ and ‘st’ in ‘jest’), making them sound harsh and grating to the ear...." Read more
"...Speaker sound quality and microphone is good for a Skype or Viber conversation, clear no noises, good for watching a YouTube video, as for music get..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the tablet computer. Some mention that it's better organized and easy to use, while others say that the setup was frustrating and the settings are a real mess that add complexity to what is a simple task. The preinstalled UI can be a bit confusing and there are no instructions.
"...I found it very easy to customize my UI anyway with limitless options...." Read more
"...but my reading experience was never fluid or satisfactory...." Read more
"...I bought a 6ft Type C cable, and it works fantastically. Makes tablet life a little easier...." Read more
"...The process is quite simple and fairly quick.I've been using the 6.0 update for a while and everything runs very smoothly...." Read more
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I chose Asus over other brands of lower priced tablets due to their association with Google and Nexus (they *make* Nexus tablets). I wanted something that could integrate new Android OS releases/updates with ease and minimal delay, due to a hard lesson I learned with my current phone. And, for me, it was sort of like buying a Nexus, but at a price that I could afford and without having to buy a used model.
I like that this came with Lollipop, instead of Kit Kat or Jellybean (or lower) as most lower priced tablets tend to. My expensive phone is forever stuck with Kit Kat, as it became "obsolete" less than a year after I bought it (brand new) and the company struggled with getting Lollipop out to all its phones the first year after Lollipop was released (2015 Motorola users know what I am talking about). Instead of continuing to try, they rendered several models obsolete despite not being very old (didn't even phase them out, just dropped them - even after promising over and over that Lollipop was coming to those models). So, I didn't want to run into that right out of the box with a tablet. My OS actually has updated to Marshmallow (6.0.1) since I received the tablet, so I think I'll be good for a while. (yes, I can see that in some places on the page here it says "Marshmallow" as the OS, and others "Lollipop". Mine came with Lollipop and upgraded immediately upon setting it up.) I know Nougat is out, and "O" is on its way, but being able to have Marshmallow on a lower priced model seemed almost like asking too much - and yet, here it is!
The dimensions of the screen work well for me. The trend of long and narrow screens doesn't sit well with me (no real reason, just aesthetic), so this squatter screen suits me well. If you watch a video or view something intended for long/narrow screens, it will just letterbox it, so the video/image fits. Meanwhile, web pages and app screens are nice and big. Those of us with ageing eyes can appreciate that. I also did not want something that would be too large and awkward to carry around, or hold in one hand (I have small hands, even for a female) while typing or reading, so 9 and 10 inch screens were out, and looking at my daughter's 7 inch screen tablet, I knew that would be too small and just a waste of a purchase for me (might as well use my phone, even though my phone is smaller yet).
Images are clear and crisp. The blue light filter is great! When you set it up, it lets you compare what it looks like on and off. On that screen, you can clearly see the difference, but once it is on... you really can't tell. If you have any kind of sleep disorder where blue light makes things worse, this filter is a nice addition to have.
The sound is pretty good for only having tiny little speakers. Some things can be a little tinny, but they are tiny little speakers!! You can't expect them to be perfect. But, for what they are, they are actually quite good.
I haven't used the camera for pictures, so I can't comment on that. But, it seems decent enough for Skype! (another reason to get the tablet, for me, was Skyping my kids)
I have run into two *temporary* issues, and I am unsure what caused them, but they seemingly have resolved. First was the first night I had the tablet. I had fully charged it, updated everything, did some system adjustments. Basic set up stuff. When I had set it down for the night, it was still charged to about 85%. When I woke up in the morning, I couldn't wake the tablet up and I couldn't get it to turn on. It seemed dead. After a moment of thought, I decided to plug it in - just because, usually, it is the most obvious solution that works the best. Sure enough, it was the battery. I thought that this might be an issue, and I may end up returning it. But, it has never repeated the problem. All I can think of is that while tucking it away into a safe place, I jiggled the camera on by mistake and did not realize it, thus draining the battery by having the camera on all nigt. I have no other idea of how it happened. To be clear - other than that one time, it holds a charge in sleep mode very very well. Second issue was the microphone. I have no idea what occurred. I was preparing for a Skype call, and right prior to that, had used the mic feature and it was working... but then it wasn't once Skype started. And, it wasn't just in Skype, either. I opened the Google app to use it's voice AI... and it couldn't hear me. My mic was off. Somehow. We looked all over, and couldn't even find a mic in the settings to manually tinker with it. So, again, first rule of IT... dunno what's up? Reboot. After rebooting, the mic worked. Haven't had a replay of that issue - yet - so hopefully it is resolved. It would be nice to have a mic control in the Settings, however.
A word of advice: Get a case of some kind. This tablet is really quite thin, and there is nowhere to grab it that isn't glass/screen on the one side of it... so fingerprints get everywhere... and don't easily wipe off with a soft cloth - and vigorously wiping it with a soft cloth tends to wake it up and open random things (if you breathe steam onto it first, that helps, however, and you can avoid the over enthusiastic wiping). Grabbing it by the slim sides only... you run into either the volume or power buttons, unless you grab it just right. Since I store mine in an upright position (so nothing ever gets put on top of it, and to avoid cats walking/sitting on it), it can be tricky to pick it back up.
All in all, I would say that I am really happy with this device. I was afraid it might be of lower quality (you get what you pay for, right?) due to the price point, and was prepared for that, actually... despite all the good reviews... but, overall, it really does seem like a higher end device at a lower end price! Techier minded people might be able to tell me what things could be "better" about the specs, but the functionality of the device is such that those details don't seem important.
It has the STD micro B USB, having invested a lot in micro B USB cables at home and in the cars, and having about 10 devices (between all family members)using this type of connection at home, I did not wanted to bring a new plug-in adapter incompatible with the rest that I have; don take me wrong a believe the new micro USB-C to be great, but I will wait a couple of years until becomes the true standard in the industry and I have no choice but to adopt it.
32/2GB it’s enough for me for the next couple of years, I do a lot of reading, and play few light games with it, and I considered the tablet to be fast and responsive for what I do with it. I do not have a tendency to overload my devices with useless applications, which I hardly use.
For any device phone or tablet that you buy today, seriously consider your minimum specs to be 16GB/2GB for a light user and a minimum of 16GB micro SD, or for a medium user 32GB/2GB with a micro SD 32GBif you need more storage. Avoid 8GB /1GB ram it’s already too small, and you are wasting your money.
The tablet screen aspect ratio is excellent for reading, and it is light weight, some reviewers have pointed out that the screen may be dim under certain conditions or the appearance of a yellowish color when the brightness is set too low. It took me a couple of days to get accustom to it, but I realized that the soft tone is great for reading white pages at night with the lights off.
Price, after buying several expensive ($400 +) tablets and phones during the past years, I came to the conclusion that it was better to buy devices in the $200-$250 range, may be $300 max in some cases; technology, firmware and apps are constantly changing, and after a couple of years I ended with an old expensive device that lagged in all aspects. It is better to keep the price difference in your pocket, and change more often the devices. (But definitely I stay away from cheap low specs unknown brands devices; it is just throwing away money, avoid $100-$150 Phones or tables)
ASUS apps, yes there are a lot of them in it, but I can easily turn them off, as some of the Google apps that I do not use. Since I have different brand name devices, I decided to use Google apps as much as possible, so there is a better synchronization and standardization across all devices that we own at home.
As for the launcher I am using the Nova Launcher in all devices, the main advantages of this launcher is that I can back up the screen/desktop settings , resize the icons, icons letter size, and I am able to lock the desktop so no one can move or delete the icons as they are set on the screen. I highly recommend you the Nova Launcher.
Asus launcher UI, there is something good for those who are not technically inclined, and a standard Android UI maybe overwhelming. Asus provides with the choice Asus Easy Mode which is a simplified UI / Launcher, it is built-in in new Asus phones and tablets, but is is also available as a standalone app [...]
The link for the manual is below, in case you want to read about it.
Speaker sound quality and microphone is good for a Skype or Viber conversation, clear no noises, good for watching a YouTube video, as for music get a decent pair of headphones.
Two cameras, front and back, no flash. I do not talk much about a cameras in any tablet, for me are just an emergency camera, I prefer to use the one on my phone, it is very uncomfortable to take a picture with a tablet, which may end on the floor. So how many mega pixels and so on, you can check the specs, the only thing relevant for me in that department, is that it has a decent front and back camera for web call Skype or Viber. In case you ask the back camera is good for web calls, for example during a web call you want to show someone an item that you just bought. That is the reason for the 2 MP Front Camera and the 5 MP Rear Camera, there is no need for a million MP camera on a tablet.
Recommended Accessories
64 GB Samsung Evo micro SD, the price was very good $24. Amazon ASIN: B00IVPU7AO
TPU Case, I needed to protect the tablet, but also I wanted to add a little thickness to the tablet, it makes it more comfortable to hold it while reading Amazon ASIN: B0159GPWDE
Screen Protector Film - JOTO Anti Glare. The anti glare film is great for reading Amazon ASIN: B0131JDSC8
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Why not a Samsung?, I have bought over 7 Samsung devices, they are great quality devices, but I got tired of the physical home button, the touchwiz, and the lack of updates, if you check in Amazon you will see that most of the 8 Samsung tablets still running android 4.4, and in my personal experience, I doubt that they will ever get to android 5, while android 6 is already on the market. Also of those Samsung 8 tablets that compare in price to the Assus, the Samsung have lower memory specs (ram and storage).
Then Samsung has a million different SKU / models for the same device, to a point that it becomes hard work to find which is the most recent / newest product , and to compare specs, and prices. I believe that if a manufacturer wants to confuse me with their product offering, I better skip them. ( I may end with an older discontinued item, with little or none tech support)
So for those reasons, at the present time I decided to pass on Samsung devices.
I hope you find my review helpful, Do you have a questions? let me know.
Update October 16, 2015
Connecting to weak WiFi signals
If you are trying to connect to a weak WiFi (you are far from the router) here is 3 things that you need to do
The tablet has better reception in portrait and landscape with the power and volume buttons facing down
Turn off power saving
Settings>WiFi>3dots menu>advanced>keep WiFi on during sleep>always
The battery will last less, but you have good chances of getting that weak signal. Remember to change back the settings, if you no longer need it.
Update September, 2016
Marshmallow Android 6 is available as a manual update, which requires you to download the firmware, and install it to the root directory, no OTA available.
link Asus [...]
Updates are available for Z580C for the (Z580CA look for the appropiate support link)
Update October 29, 2015
The tablet received a minor OTA update, still 5.0 android (total of 2 OTA updates, since I bought it)
Pay attention to this, the right way of holding the tablet in Landscape mode is with the power and volume buttons facing down. (you will get full wifi bars)
Also, the volume display on the screen will move/agree according to pressing + or - volume buttons.
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No compren productos en Amazon que provengan de Estados Unidos, en caso de algun defecto, no te reponen el articulo, te reembolsan tu dinero, pero no lo que tu pagaste inicialmente por el articulo, sino una cantidad menor. Ojo, mucho ojo.
Es rápida aun con 2gb de ram.
Tiene buena capacidad de memoria interna.
La cámara es decente. Mejor que la media de tablets aunque nada del otro mundo.
En general es más bonita en vivo que en fotos.
el aspecto 4:3 es bueno para navegación web o lectura, al ver videos no se aprovcha al maximo la pantalla, pero es algo que por la naturaleza de los videos en 16:9 es algo normal
en general es buena tablet a un buen precio, la velocidad es la necesaria y teniendo Android 5.1 la compatibilidad sera buena por uno cuantos años mas
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