![]() After all, for a tablet starting at $149.99, this thing seriously undercuts the iPad and Galaxy Tabs, but it can’t do as much.Īmazon’s Appstore features the big hitters - Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney+, Roblox, Peacock, Twitch, Candy Crush Saga and Minecraft, among many others. That’s all pretty handy, but the ideal use case of a Fire tablet is still entertainment with some light productivity. And all of the 2021 Fire HD 10s run Fire OS quite well - you can quickly zip through screens, open and close apps or even use two apps at once. Fire OS is based on Android 9, but Amazon’s slapped a very custom interface on top of it. And unlike a Pixel 4a 5G or Galaxy S21 that supports Google Services and the Play Store (the central place for downloading apps across Android), neither of those are supported here. Neither case is big enough to prevent a child from picking up or holding the tablet comfortably, though.Īll of the Fire HD 10 tablets are running Amazon’s customized version of Android, Fire OS. The standard Kids Edition case is fairly bulky, with the Kids Pro model having a slimmer and more compact design. The Kids models are purpose-designed to protect against drops. The core HD 10 and HD 10 Plus weigh in at a light 465 grams, while the Kids and Kids Pro get wrapped in protective cases, which increase the weight. The rear side features a soft molded plastic-like finish with an Amazon logo and a 5-megapixel primary camera. This design language extends across all the models. Either way, you’ll get a microSD card slot for easy expansion. You can pick between 32GB or 64GB of internal storage. We did notice some muddiness on tracks with many instruments, but for most content, these work just fine. They’re pretty solid as far as speakers go, with the ability to get quite loud and deliver pretty strong bass. The top frame, when held horizontally, features two upfiring stereo speakers. It’s a little jarring when coming from other tablets, like the eighth-gen iPad, but after a few days, you can get used to this button layout. In this orientation, the right-hand side features the volume rocker, power button, USB-C port, headphone jack and two microphones. It’s handy if you’re snapping selfies or taking a video call in this mode and speaks to the optimal mode for using the Fire HD 10. When held in landscape mode, the camera sits center on the top bezel. Like the Fire HD 8, the HD 10’s front-facing 2-megapixel camera is in the correct spot. Amazon’s largest tablet was last updated in 2019, and it’s getting a pretty significant glow-up for the second anniversary.įire HD 10 now looks like a modern tablet with slimmer bezels around the 10.1-inch display, a USB-C port and four colors to choose from (black, denim, lavender or olive). And the Kids models offer peace of mind for parents with a terrific warranty.įire HD 10 gets a much-needed design glow-upĪs the names suggest - Fire HD 10, Fire HD 10 Plus, Fire HD 10 Kids, Fire HD 10 Kids Pro and Fire HD 10 or 10 Plus Productivity Bundle - these are all variants of the Fire HD 10. ![]() For $149.99 (starting), the Fire HD 10 lets you accomplish a lot in a nice build that doesn’t skimp on performance. The Fire HD 10 line isn’t as powerful as an iPad (starting at $329) or a Galaxy Tab (starting at $279.99) and can’t do as much as a full-fledged tablet. They’re at the top of Amazon’s line and offer some of the best value in the tablet space. How these compare: Amazon’s Fire HD 10, Fire HD 10 Plus, Fire HD 10 Kids and Fire HD 10 Kids Pro feel better and are faster than the Fire 7 or Fire HD 8. The core Fire HD 10 is the choice for most. Fire HD 10 works well for entertainment and light productivity use cases, but we’d stay away from the Productivity Bundle or the HD 10 Plus model. Amazon’s Appstore has all the big hitters (Twitter, Netflix, Facebook, TikTok and Disney+, among others), but not every app is here. What you need to know: While Fire OS (the OS that powers the Fire HD 10 family) is based on Android, it doesn’t have access to Google apps or services. No Fire tablet has the sharpest display or access to most apps, but for $149.99, it’s hard to argue with what you get. Who these are for: Amazon’s Fire HD 10 is perfect for someone who wants an affordable tablet with a good display, zippy performance and access to a ton of entertainment-focused apps. Let’s break down why and talk about its siblings in the Fire HD 10 Plus, Kids and Kids Pro. ![]() After weeks of testing, we’ve concluded that unless you’re purchasing a device for a child, the standard $149.99 Fire HD 10 makes the most sense for the masses. That’s where the four - yes, count ‘em four - new Fire HD 10 models come in. Your CNN account Log in to your CNN accountĪs we’ve written in the past, Amazon’s Fire and Fire HD tablets aren’t the sleekest, fastest or the coolest on the market, but what they lack in flare they exude in value.
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