Amazon has launched a new lineup of Alexa Tablets that run Android with the Play Store, marking a major shift from its previous Fire OS. Available in 8.7-inch ($229), 11-inch ($329), and 12-inch Pro ($499) models, the devices feature 90Hz displays, 8GB of RAM, and thin designs that rival Apple’s iPad. The 11-inch model, in particular, offers better specs than the base iPad at a $120 lower price point, though the iPad still leads in chip performance with its A16 processor.
Amazon’s tablets include Alexa integration, a Kindle-style reader mode, and are currently available with a 20% trade-in discount. While Android tablet software still lags behind iPadOS, Amazon’s focus on build quality and pricing could disrupt the market and push Apple to innovate further.
Source: 9to5Mac · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing