Sunday, April 6, 2014

Nexus 7 from Google (7-Inch, 32 GB, Black) by ASUS (2013) Tablet

Specifications
Operating System: Android™ 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
Display: 7.02" 1920x1200 HD IPS display (323 ppi); Scratch resistant Corning® glass
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro, 1.5GHz
Graphics: Adreno 320, 400MHz
Connectivity: 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G)
Memory: 2GB RAM
Storage: Available in 16GB or 32GB
Camera: Front 1.2MP fixed focus; Rear 5MP auto focus
Sensors: GPS, Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Compass, Ambient Light


Audio: Mono speakers, Surround Sound - powered by Fraunhofer3
Battery: Up to 9 hours1
Dimensions: 114 x 200 x 8.65 mm
Weight: 0.64 lbs
Ports & Connectors:
o Power and Volume buttons
o 3.5mm audio
o Microphone
o 1 x Micro USB port
o SlimPort™ enabled

What's in the Box
NEXUS 7 FHD by ASUS Tablet
AC Adapter & Power Plug
Manual Card
Warranty Card

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

HUGE improvement over the original model
By Dangs on July 26, 2013
Size Name: 16GB Amazon Verified Purchase
**REVIEW UPDATED ON 7/30/13 - Updated speakers, "other features", battery life, gripes**

For anyone on the fence, and especially for those frustrated by the performance slowdown issues with the original Nexus 7 tablet, don't let that scare you off from buying the second generation model.

Google made all of the right improvements to the product, and the result is a significantly improved product for a marginally higher cost. Only time will tell if this unit suffers the same performance fate as the original model (for those not familiar, over time, the first generation tablets tended to quickly slow down and struggle to perform even basic tasks like browsing the internet). However, Android 4.3 feels ultra-smooth so far, and I am hoping that Google and Asus learned from their original mistakes.

SCREEN: The new screen is absolutely stunning. Some people argue that the resolution of 323 pixels per inch is unnecessary, but you can really see the difference when you use it in person. Text is significantly sharper and a little easier on the eye to read. Using the tablet to watch videos and see pictures produces a stunning result.

PROCESSOR: This is the #1 reason I'd recommend this new, upgraded Nexus 7 over the older version. The speed upgrade is unquestionably immense, and to those who have used the older and newest model Nexus 7, you will notice and appreciate this immediately. Apps load instantly; the internet browsing experience is smooth and a very welcome upgrade over past performance. It's strange; a few days ago I was satisfied with the decent albeit declining performance of my 1st Gen Nexus 7. Now that I have this new one, I use them both side by side and the older model feels like a dinosaur. This alone is reason enough to upgrade.

By S. Sale on July 26, 2013
Size Name: 32GB
*** This review is for a 32GB, WiFi only tablet.

I just picked one of these little guys at my local BB presale because I'm impatient and had to try one. Yes, I actually have one and I'm not BS'ing.

Being an IT professional, I've used a variety of Android and Apple devices, probably dozens at this point. I'm well versed in Apple, Android and Microsoft world, and have a MCSE/MCSA and half a dozen other MS/IT certs, so I know what I'm talking about.

I suspect it will take a month or two before I'm fully versed in the eccentricities of this tablet, but here is my 3 hours of use review:

First Impressions:

Upon receiving the box, I was pleasantly surprised by how small and minimal it is. Very similar to Apple packaging, which is best in the business in my opinion. Upon turning it on and signing into my Google account, I was immediately greeted by several updates. 0-day updates to be expected from a major release and are appreciated.

As usual, my Google account wanted to sync all my previous Play Store apps onto the device which I immediately stopped. No stupid Verizon apps for you! One of my primary reason for getting this tablet was for gaming. I'm disappointed by the horridly slow memory on my old Kindle Fire, and I hate the uphill battle that comes with trying to Jailbreak and install emulators on Apple tablets. I nearly bought a Nexus 7 Gen1 until I heard it had slow storage as well. Once I heard that Nexus 7 Gen2 had greatly improved storage speeds, as well as better specs down the board, I was sold. I won't bore you with all the specs, as you can read those in the Amazon description above.

Nexus 7 from Google (7-Inch, 32 GB, Black) by ASUS (2013) Tablet



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