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Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9

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  • "Almost perfect tablet... a true review for the KFHD"
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    on by jayb1090

    Pros: Excellent HD screen
    HDMI output for movies/games
    Speaker quality is very loud and clear
    8.9" is better for reading
    WIFI is SUPER fast when using dolphin
    Sideloading apps (like dolphin hd, games, etc)
    Free app every day from Amazon! (huge value)

    Cons: Silk browser is useless (need to sideload chrome or dolphin hd)
    Apps are somewhat limited compared to Apple or Google ecosystem (especially for sports fans content)
    A bit choppy upon startup of tablet
    Sideloaded app logos appear fuzzy on main screen

    Summary: I don't understand why so many people are giving this tablet such low ratings?!?! I guess if they did not know how to sideload apps, this would definitely make sense. But once you have dolphin browser HD or google chrome, browsing is incredibly fast and displays flash content with ease(i find dolphin slightly better for flash than Chrome). I purchased this tablet when it was $50 off it's original price point and it provides excellent value for your dollar. This tablet has an AMAZING screen and watching movies or reading books is enjoyable. The speaker quality is fantastic and absolutely blows away other tablets. It actually feels like surround sound. Is this tablet as good as an apple product or google product? Well, probably not quite. The apps available are limited but most good apps are available or can be sideloaded relatively easy. Having an hdmi output is fantastic because you are able to stream tv shows or live sports right onto your big screen. When you compare the KFHD to other tablets at a price point of under $300, this tablet is a no brainer. Easily the best value for your money on the market. Wifi is incredible on Dolphin or Chrome browser, most games are crisp and have incredible graphics, and sideloading "most" apps are available. Yes, the tablet can be choppy when starting it up and it is definitely awful if you are using the SILK browser (they really need to get rid of this), but aside from that, you would be hard pressed to find a better tablet at this price point.

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Quick Specifications

  • Display type 8.9 in - Yes
  • Processor OMAP4470 1.5 GHz
  • Wireless connectivity IEEE 802.11n IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11g
  • Dimensions (WxDxH) 6.4 in x 0.35 in x 9.4 in
  • Weight 20 oz
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