Christmas is coming and that automatically means that the winter of 2014 has begun. Time to put the best tablets of the moment again among themselves. Every season, we look at the best tablets, convertibles and hybrid models that you can find in stores and in this article we focus on the best Android tablets of the winter of 2014/2015.
Every three months we put the best tablets among themselves to look at our own experiences we in again a large number of reviews have published. We also take the experiences of visitors in our tablet database published, we look at the developments in the market and we keep an eye on the price levels of the different tablets. Android operating system might not be where you want to go for, you can visit our articles with the best Windows 8 tablets and the best overall tablet (forthcoming). The most recent reviews of the best tablets found in our best tablets archive.
Wishes, expectations and preferences
If you are looking for a (new ) tablet then you have certainly seen that the supply has grown tremendously in recent years. An overview of the best tablets of the moment is therefore partly subjective, there is for every taste and desire or a tablet. The best tablet for you depends on things like your budget, your preferences and your requirements. If you have specific requirements or have wishes, then take a look in our review archive . We also encourage you to read our article on what to look for when buying a tablet to go through.
About Android
In the field Android has changed a lot in recent months, but the chances are that you yourself very few have really noticed. Google has released Android 5.0 Lollipop but at the moment the software is officially only available for the Nexus devices from the company itself. It is expected that in January the first manufacturers updates already launched tablets and phablets roll, and in about the same period will also be the first models in the store are equipped with the latest Android version.
Android 5.0 Lollipop is a version of Android that especially in the sign of a new design, called Google the Material Design. More color is used and elements appear slightly flatter. In addition, Android 5.0 offers new notifications, better opportunities to share your tablet with others at home and new options for creating and restoring a backup. Read more about the new features in our Android 5.0 Lollipop results . Not sure whether Google’s operating system is the right choice for you? Please read our article on Five Reasons to go for Android .
The best tablets of the moment
If you are sure that Android is the operating system where you want to get started, we have listed the best Android tablets of this moment for you put under each other. It is remarkable that this time we deal with almost all categories and sizes, from tablets and hybrid models of 7-inch to phablets and tablets with a size of 10.1 inches. In the last three months, again launched a large number of Android tablets but still we see some old friends back in this overview. It is clear that Samsung and Asus still bring the best models on the market, in our view at least. Below shows, however, no particular order.
Asus Memo Pad 7 (ME572C)
Now, launched in 2013 Google Nexus 7 is no longer for sale, we have to look for another 7 inch model with impressive performance and features. Ideal replacement for the Nexus 7 we found in the form of the Asus MeMO Pad 8 (ME572C), a tablet with Android 4.4 Kitkat software and an attractive price of 199 euros.
The Asus Memo Pad 7 (ME572C) features a 7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1920 by 1200 pixels and comes with an Intel Atom Z3560 Moorefield processor with 64-bit support and a clock speed of 1.83GHz. Also, the tablet with 2GB of RAM, two cameras, 16GB of storage memory and Android 4.4 KitKat over which the ZenUI-skin from Asus.
See all specifications and the lowest prices on the product page of the Asus Memo Pad 7 (ME572C) or read our Asus Memo Pad 7 (ME572C) review .
Sony Xperia Tablet Z3 Compact
first newcomer in our list is the Sony Xperia Tablet Z3 Compact, the latest tablet from Sony and possibly the successor to the already impressive Xperia Z2 Tablet. The new model, however, with a size of 8-inch bit smaller than its predecessor. However, in terms of performance and features also let this tablet but little to be desired. The price of 399 euros is what the high side.
The Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact is equipped with an 8-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1,920 by 1,200 pixels and runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor with a clock speed of 2.5 GHz. The tablet comes with 3GB of RAM, 16GB or 32GB of storage memory, optional 4G and Android 4.4 KitKat software. Sony has already let you know that the tablet in early 2015 will receive an update to Android 5.0 Lollipop.
See all specifications and the lowest prices on the product page of the Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact or read our Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact review .
Asus Transformer Pad TF103C
The only hybrid Android tablet in our list is the Asus Transformer Pad TF103C. This model has been a while for sale but for those looking for a hybrid still one of the better options. This is not to say that the device as a standalone tablet is not ideal. The price of this model has dropped 239 euros, a price that we normally expect in a standalone tablet.
The most interesting thing about the Asus Transformer Pad TF103C is the total package that you get; a full Android tablet and laptop in one, with plenty of connectivity options and a recent version of Android. All this works pretty smoothly thanks to an Intel processor. Of course there are areas for improvement, including on the camera and battery life, but the price-conscious consumer with this model do not go wrong.
See all specifications and the lowest prices on the product page of the Asus Transformer path TF103C or read our Asus Transformer Pad TF103C review .
Samsung Galaxy Tab S
Two tablets that do not occur naturally in our overview of the best tablets may lack the Samsung Galaxy Tab S models, both equipped with a high resolution AMOLED display. This display offers higher contrast, deeper blacks and high brightness higher than we of IPS LCD displays are used to. The Galaxy Tab S series consists of a 8.4-inch and 10.5-inch model.
Not only the display of these tablets is interesting. Also to be found under the hood are powerful components at the front we see a fingerprint scanner and the design is very impressive. Both Galaxy Tab S -tablets run on Android 4.4 KitKat but over the Samsung TouchWiz interface. The expectation is that both tablets get an update to Lollipop. In short, really recommended for those with sufficient budget and desire for a high-end tablet.
See all specifications and the lowest prices on the product page of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.5 S or read our Samsung S Galaxy Tab 10.5 review .
View all specifications and the lowest prices on the product page of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 or read our Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 review .
Asus Memo Pad 8 (ME181CX)
A new entrant on this list is the Asus MeMO Pad 8 (ME181CX). This model has a size of 8 inches, runs on Android 4.4 KitKat and comes with a very attractive price tag of 169 Euro. For that amount, you will not get impressive performance and a high resolution screen, but everything that you would expect from a midrange Android tablet.
The MeMO Pad 8 features an IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1,280 by 800 pixels, runs on an Intel Atom processor and is equipped with Android 4.4 KitKat software. The tablet offers an impressive battery life, solid performance and above all an excellent value for money. If your budget is not big but you’ll have a great Android tablet, then this is definitely recommended.
See all specifications and the lowest prices on the product page of the Asus MeMO Pad 8 (ME181CX) or read our Asus MeMO Pad 8 (ME181CX) review .
Samsung Galaxy Note 4
The only phablet in our survey is one that absolutely should not be missed. The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is simply the best phablet (Android) at this time. This model is again significantly improved compared its predecessor and features the latest technologies and features. However, it requires to be paid for.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is equipped with 5.7-inch Super AMOLED display, runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 processor and has 3GB of RAM. The phablet course comes back with the familiar S-Pen stylus and runs on Android 4.4 KitKat over which the TouchWiz skin. Samsung has already promised an update to Android 5.0 Lollipop roll for this model.
See all specifications and the lowest prices on the product page of the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 or read our Samsung Galaxy Note 4 review .
Other and new tablets
As mentioned at the beginning of this article, it is difficult to get the best tablet for anyone under put together and therefore we want to highlight some tablets which left a very good impression on a specific face on us and perhaps for a specific target group are interesting. So we can Galaxy TabPRO 8.4 , Galaxy TabPRO 10.1 not forget, all these models can be found not in many stores. Also, the Samsung Galaxy 12.2 NotePro still a very impressive device for those seeking a great tablet with stylus and high-end specifications and is the Medion S10333 Lifetab more than fine 10.1-inch Android tablet with an attractive price tag.
Are you looking for a 7-inch Android tablet, but you have to spend less than 150 euros, then the Asus Memo Pad ME176CX is an absolute must. The Sony Xperia Tablet Z2 , despite his age, still one of the best 10.1-inch tablet at the moment. The last tablet is one that you might have expected in the survey; Google Nexus 9 . Unfortunately, this model did not quite meet the high expectations and is particularly in the field of software much to gain. However, you are immediately provided with Android 5.0 Lollipop. For experiences with all Android tablets we refer to our tablet reviews .
CES 2015
About goes a little over two weeks in Las Vegas CES 2015 launch and we probably get back a large number of stand-alone Android tablets, see hybrids and convertibles. An overview of all the wonderful things you can expect can be found in our CES 2015 expectations . Once we have one of the new models to have a review and subject to the conclusion that it is an absolute must is working in this survey.
Tablets compare
All Android tablets that moment Netherlands are for sale and that we can expect in the coming months can be found in the tablet database . Here you can watch all tablets compare on the basis of, among other specifications, prices, features and software.
For the most recent reviews of the best tablet you can visit our best tablets archive.
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