Here’s Why You Should Get Google’s Pixel Tablet

In terms of Android hardware, Google has had a very interesting history when it comes to tablets. While Samsung’s Galaxy Tab series is the unofficial face of Android tablets in most markets, Google has put a lot of investment towards larger-screened devices in the past – models like the Nexus line of devices, and even the less-popular Pixel Slate proved that Google had the resources to develop and sell tablets.

After several years of relative absence on the tablet scene, Google finally made a comeback with the launch of the Pixel Tablet, which was unveiled alongside the Pixel 7a and Pixel Fold handsets. The Pixel Tablet packs some of the best hardware and software features that Google has to offer, and for this one we’re going to go over some reasons as to why you might be interested in getting the device.

Made for Content

In terms of display hardware, the Pixel Tablet comes with a 10.95-inch LCD display with a 60Hz refresh rate, with 2560 x 1600 resolution, 276 ppi, and 500 nits of max brightness. While it’s not an OLED panel with a high refresh rate, the relatively high screen resolution as well as the large 11-inch size does make the Pixel tablet ideal for content consumption.

For eBook sessions, multi-tasking, web browsing and Netflix binges, the large display should be very ideal. Speaking of which, the Google does come with a dock accessory that also doubles as a loudspeaker, so you can easily pop the tablet on the magnetic dock and tune in to your favourite streaming platforms and services.

Capable Performance

For internals, the Pixel Tablet runs on Google’s Tensor G2 processor, which is the same chip that powers the Pixel 7 series handsets. This works alongside 8GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of internal storage, and Google’s Titan M2 chip for security, in addition to a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometrics.

While the Tensor G2 isn’t a groundbreaking performer compared to something like Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip or Apple’s A15 Bionic, it’s still a cut above most low-end or midrange SoCs that most manufacturers stick into their tablets, which oftentimes hampers performance and tends to slow things down. With that being said, the tensor G2 (as well as the generous amount of RAM) should be more than enough for most users, for genera; every-day performance.

Double Identity

As we mentioned earlier, one unique feature that sets the Pixel tablet apart from its competitors is the inclusion of the magnetic dock, which not only serves as a loudspeaker but also transforms the tablet into a display with access to smart home features. It’s clear that Google has positioned the tablet more as a software-focused hub control centre, instead of a productivity powerhouse like Apple’s iPad line.

If you were familiar with Google’s Nest Hub products (or maybe you own some as well), then using the Pixel tablet in its docked state should feel very familiar. Of course the tablet does come with the advantage of being detachable from the dock, as well as a more fluid user experience thanks to the Tensor chip.

Better Software Support

Perhaps one of the biggest reasons to get a Pixel device is software support – Google generally does a good job of providing its handsets with long-term Android version and security updates, and the same can be said for the Pixel tablet. While most Android-based manufacturers won’t even bother to release more than a couple of security patches for their devices, Google states that the Pixel tablet will come with support for up to five years of security updates.

Of course, this also means that Google’s suite of exclusive software features will also be available from the tablet, which does make for a nice addition to its capabilities.

On the other Hand…

Perhaps one big consideration to be made is with the tablet’s pricing. That’s because the Pixel Tablet comes with a higher £599 price tag for UK buyers, which does seem a bit more expensive especially when compared to its US pricing, which usually hovers between the 400-500 dollar range. We would have loved to see a more affordable price tag on the device, although we wouldn’t rule out the possibility of a UK price drop soon.

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