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Shopping: Black Friday 2011 Deal–Acer Iconia Tab (Refurb) $269 w/Case

Acer_Iconia_Tab_A500    Currently on the (LINK) Best Buy (http://www NULL.bestbuy NULL.com/site/searchpage NULL.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_dynSessConf=-2385739114435906649&id=pcat17071&type=page&st=iconia+tab&sc=Global&cp=1&nrp=15&sp=&qp=&list=n&iht=y&usc=All+Categories&ks=960) website, they are offering a refurbished Acer Iconia Tab 16 GB Tablet with Case for $269.99. image

 

     As someone who has tried virtually all 10” tablets, and owns an Iconia Tab (That I paid $399 without a case), I can highly recommend this tablet.  I know it lists as a refurbished model, from the Best Buy (http://www NULL.bestbuy NULL.com/site/Electronics-Promotions/Refurbished+Product+FAQs/pcmcat249600050017 NULL.c?id=pcmcat249600050017) site, here is what that means

 

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     The Iconia Tab looks and feels well built, and comes well equipped. The Iconia Tab has the follow specifications

 

Product Height

 

0.5″

Product Width

 

10.2″

Product Weight

 

1.7 lbs..

Product Depth

 

7″

Processor

 

NVIDIA Tegra 2

Processor Speed

 

1.0GHz

Display Type

 

Widescreen WXGA high-definition multitouch (1280 x 800)

Screen Size (Measured Diagonally)

 

10.1″

Storage Capacity

 

16GB

SD Card Slot

 

Yes

Adobe Flash Compatible

 

Yes

Front Facing Webcam Pixels

 

2.0MP

(Rear) Digital Camera Pixels

 

5.0MP

Wi-Fi Built In

 

Yes

Bluetooth-Enabled

 

Yes

USB 2.0 Ports

 

1

HDMI Output

 

Yes

Operating System

 

Android 3.0 Honeycomb (at boot up)

(Will upgrade to v3.2)

     The Tablet comes with Honeycomb 3.0 installed. Acer has released the 3.2 upgrade for the tablet, so you will be running the official LATEST version of Android. You will get prompted for the upgrade when you 1st boot up and get connected to the internet.  In addition, for those of you who like to Root your Android devices, this is one of the simplest tablets to Root.  Rooting instructions are on (LINK) Tech Geek and More (via XDA – Developers (http://forum NULL.xda-developers NULL.com/showthread NULL.php?t=1138228)).

Deals: Lenovo IdeaPad Tablet on sale at Best Buy (10/9/11) for $329 (a $120 savings)

Lenovo  For anyone looking to get a good quality Android Tablet, Best Buy has a great deal on a 32 GB IdeaPad K1. The IdeaPad that is on sale runs Honeycomb 3.1 which is that latest version of Android, in addition to 32 GB of storage. This sale price puts this 32 GB tablet price in line with the 16GB tablets from Asus, Motorola, Samsung among others.  The Tablet information can be found at (LINK) Best Buy (http://www NULL.bestbuy NULL.com/site/Lenovo+-+IdeaPad+K1+Tablet+with+32GB+Memory+-+Black/3074132 NULL.p?id=1218376442151&skuId=3074132&st=ideapad&cp=1&lp=3).

 

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Product Features (From the Best Buy site)

  • From our expanded online assortment; not available in all Best Buy stores
  • Android 3.1 operating system
    Along with an NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor that features a 600MHz system bus for staying connected and productive on the go.
  • Built-in 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN
    Connect to the Internet without wires.
  • 1GB memory
    For multitasking power.
  • 10.1″ high-definition multitouch screen
    With a 16:10 aspect ratio and 1280 x 800 resolution to showcase movies and games in stunning clarity.
  • 32GB on-board flash memory
    Offers spacious storage.
  • NVIDIA GeForce graphics
    For lush images. Mini HDMI output for connection to an HDTV.
  • Built-in 2.0MP front-facing camera
    Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends. The rear-facing 5.0MP camera allows you to capture special moments on the go.
  • microSD card slot
    Lets you store or transfer media using compatible microSD cards (not included).
  • Bluetooth 2.1
    Easily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player.
  • Weighs only 1.7 lbs. and measures just 0.5″ thin
    For lightweight portability.
  • Preloaded apps
    Include Android Marketplace, Netflix, Twitter and more.
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