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Buying a new tablet

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ExDancer Thu 13-Aug-26 18:22:25

I sound like a poor relation, but I've never had a brand new computer, they've always been hand-me-downs from younger family members. My latest is a Samsung Go tablet (that's 'Go', not 'Pro' which are more expensive.
I need a new one, its memory's full and I've deleted every un-necessary thing I can think of.

So I need some advice on what to look for in a new one, and I'm a bit wary of shop assistants talking computer language I don;t understand.

I know I don't want Apple as I'm used to this one which is Windows (I think) - my husband has an Apple and I find it very confusing. So please, any hints on what I say to the youngsters who work at PC computer World when I try to explain what I'm looking for?
I'm 87 years old and this old dog (bitch?) doesn't do new tricks.

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MiniMoon Thu 13-Aug-26 19:34:20

I bought a Samsung Galaxy tablet because I have a Samsung phone. I reckoned that the technology must be very similar. I found it very easy to set up. It is quite old now and doesn't get updates but it's fine and does what I need.

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Visgir1 Thu 13-Aug-26 19:49:32

I stick with the Samsung Galaxy too.
I bought a newer one a couple of years ago.
Tbh, I don't use it much as I do most things on my phone.

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Redrobin51 Thu 13-Aug-26 21:18:37

I've got a Samsung Galaxy tablet A9+ which I think is a 10" there is a larger size. Absolutely love it, easy to use, takes good pictures, plenty of memory. Large enough to do catchup from things like Iplayer and a nice sound for commentary and songs. When it kicks the bucket wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. I know several people who have similar and haven't heard anyone moan about theirs.
I bought mine from off the Internet when it was on offer. There is an instruction manual to click on if you are puzzling over a problem. I can understand you asking as there is so much conflicting adv8ce and too much choice. Good luck.x
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petra Thu 13-Aug-26 21:31:58

Why are you buying a new device? Chances are you won’t use a quarter of the bells and whistles loaded on it.
There is a very good selection of pre used tablets.
I’m on my 5th pre used IPad. As good as new for what I want.

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