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Tablet recommendations 2023: Different options for students

With the opening of schools, shopping for laptops and tablets has accelerated. These products are indispensable tools for students in their classes and research. In the laptop recommendations video we previously published, we listed various recommendations for students looking for a laptop for school. Now it’s tablets’ turn. In the video we prepared with the contributions of MediaMarkt Türkiye, we selected a total of 6 models in different price ranges. Different tablet options, from the most affordable to those that appeal to those who do not worry about the budget, are included in our video and article. For those looking for tablet recommendations, you can find the products we feature in this video and article in MediaMarkt stores and mediamarkt.com.tr.

Casper VIA S40

Casper VIA S40 is a tablet full of features that will attract the attention of students and is very affordable with its price in the 4500-5000 TL range. With its 10.4 inch, Full HD IPS touch screen, you can easily read your lecture notes and watch presentations and videos clearly. This tablet, with a screen resolution of 1920 × 2000 pixels, offers visual pleasure. It also provides a satisfactory sound experience thanks to its speakers placed on the long edges. Thanks to the MediaTek MT8163 processor and large RAM capacity, you can run multiple applications at the same time without any problems. Additionally, having a memory size of 128 GB allows you to store all your lecture notes, projects and applications. Casper VIA S40 has enough connectivity options to keep up with your busy schedule. Thanks to its built-in microphone, you can easily attend online classes and communicate effectively with your friends in group studies. It comes loaded with the Android 12 operating system and supports studying for long hours with its 6600 mAh battery. You can also easily make video calls with the front camera, but you can also take photos and record videos at 8 megapixel resolution with the rear camera. As a result, Casper VIA S40 is a versatile tablet designed for students with its features that are worth its price.

Lenovo Tab M10 Plus

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Lenovo Tab M10 Plus stands out with its 10.61 inch Full-HD LED screen with a resolution of 2000×1200. The screen has sufficient brightness and a satisfactory visual experience for the price of the tablet. This makes the tablet useful for lecture notes, online courses or multimedia content. One speaker placed on the short sides also provides sufficient sound output. The environmental sound effect is also good. It will also work if you want to watch movies. The MediaTek Helio G80 processor inside the tablet exhibits a strong performance with its 8-core structure and 2 GHz processor speed. When combined with 4 GB RAM memory size, 128 GB eMMC storage space and Android 12 operating system, it provides versatile usage opportunities for students. With expandable memory up to 1 TB and many connection options such as USB-C, 3.5mm headphone jack, Micro SD Card Slot, studying processes are made hassle-free. The 8 megapixel front camera offers sufficient image quality for online lessons. The 8 megapixel camera on the back will be useful if you want to scan lecture notes.

TCL NXTPAPER 11

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TCL NXTPAPER 11 impresses with its 10.95 inch 2K UltraWide QHD NCVM IPS screen. This screen, which has a resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels, becomes an ideal option for reading and studying with its NXTPAPER paper-like multi-mode display features, which give the tablet its name. Thanks to its matte finish and unified structure, it really has the appearance of a paper. Thanks to its high resolution, clear and sharp images can be obtained while reading documents or following online courses. On the other hand, TCL’s NXTVISION technology automatically enhances images while watching videos or viewing photos. There is a special mode that considers eye health. Additionally, when you turn on book reading mode, the screen takes on a monochrome appearance. Turning on this mode while studying can prevent distraction. By the way, the stereo sound system is also satisfactory. It makes watching movies more enjoyable with its environmental sound effect. Equipped with MediaTek’s Helio P60T processor, this tablet exhibits high performance with 4 × 2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 and 4x Cortex-A53 processor cores. 4 GB RAM and 128 GB internal memory capacity provide a perfect experience with the Android 13 operating system. With expandable memory up to 1 TB, all lecture notes and projects can be easily stored. The stylish-looking camera module on the back hosts an 8-megapixel camera. This camera can also be used to take photos, but you might prefer to use it to scan lecture notes. On the front, there is a native 8-megapixel selfie camera for video calls.

Huawei MatePad Air

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Thanks to Huawei MatePad Air, you can kill two birds with one stone. Thanks to the keyboard case included in the box, it can be used as both a laptop and a tablet. If you connect a mouse, you can have a laptop experience with its large screen and the flexibility of HarmonyOS, which allows you to easily work on two or more applications at the same time. On the other hand, you can also turn it into a useful note-taking device with the second generation M-Pencil, which you can purchase separately. This can save you from the hassle and waste of paper, especially by printing tests on paper. The tablet’s 11.5-inch TFT LCD (IPS) screen offers clear and vivid visuals with 2800 × 1840 resolution and 291 PPI. In addition, thanks to the screen’s refresh rate of up to 144 Hz, there is a smooth experience while watching videos or playing games. The tablet uses HarmonyOS 3.1 operating system and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Mobile Platform. Thanks to these features, even applications that require multitasking and high performance can be run easily. While this tablet promises high performance with 8 GB RAM, you can store many of your files, lecture notes and projects with 128 GB or 256 GB internal storage options. Additionally, it is ideal for long-term use thanks to its 8300 mAh capacity battery. The 13 MP rear camera of this tablet, which is very useful for students, can take high-quality photos and videos needed in lessons or projects. The front camera is equipped with 8 MP and various shooting modes, making it very suitable for online classes and conferences.

iPad 10th Generation

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Among the tablet recommendations for students, iPad is, of course, a must. Apple released a new iPad with a 10.9-inch screen in the fall of last year, bringing this tablet close to its other tablets in terms of design and features. The 9th Generation iPad is also on the market, but considering that you may want a tablet that will meet your needs for a year or two longer, we are including the 10th Generation model. The 10.9 inch screen model of iPad offers many advantages for students. Especially the 12 MP front camera and 12 MP wide-angle rear camera are very useful for online courses and projects. Additionally, thanks to 64 GB and 256 GB storage options, lecture notes, projects and much more can be easily stored. Meanwhile, thanks to the presence of the USB-C port, you can easily connect thumb drives, external disks and even Ethernet adapters. The device is powered by the A15 Bionic chip, which means high performance and fast processing capacity. This iPad model stands out with its 10.9 inch Liquid Retina display. This display comes with features like True Tone and P3 wide color gamut, so visual materials look more vibrant and clear. Additionally, thanks to Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard Folio compatibility, taking notes, drawing and writing is very easy. For students, this iPad model offers much more than studying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 will be a good choice for those who do not have any budget constraints and want to get a high-end tablet while they are at it. With both its compact structure and features, Samsung’s 2023 model tablet is very different from the smallest screen Tab S series tablets of previous years. First of all, this tablet has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen, like its older siblings. This 11-inch screen makes educational materials, videos and presentations more impressive for students with vibrant colors and true blacks. HDR10+ and 120 Hz refresh rate make visuals sharper and smoother. It adapts to all kinds of needs with its different size options. Additionally, this tablet is water and dust resistant with IP68 certification. Students can do their coursework safely even outdoors. The S Pen is one of the unique features of the Galaxy Tab S9, and it comes out of the box. This pen, which is IP68 certified, has high sensitivity that minimizes accidental clicks. It also draws attention with its magnetic attachment and ease of bi-directional charging. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor enables students not only to study but also to experience high-quality gaming. In addition to 8 GB RAM and 128 GB internal memory, microSD card support and optimized professional applications offer ideal options to meet storage and creativity needs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 is not just a tablet for students, it is a tool that pushes the boundaries in education and creativity. By the way, we recommend that you also purchase the keyboard case. Thus, in addition to carrying the tablet easily and safely, you can use it like a laptop. At this point, Samsung DeX also helps a lot.

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