Sometimes it’s worth it to splurge on something like an expensive iPad. Other times you just need a practical and affordable device that gets things done and serves you well, a device you don’t have to worry about, a device you can happily pass on to the kids when necessary.
That’s what the Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet is all about, and now it’s on sale for just $55 – that’s a whopping 45 percent off the original $100 price, making it one of the best value tablet purchases this year.
This 8-inch tablet is small enough to fit anywhere in your bag, but still big enough for comfortable video streaming, web browsing, tablet gaming, and setting aside as an always-on display. With a battery life of up to 13 hours, it’s ideal for all-day entertainment.
This is the 2024 model, which has 3GB of RAM for much faster performance compared to the previous release, and 32GB of internal storage for all your photos, ebooks and more. Need more space? You can always insert a microSD card for expansion, and it supports microSD cards with a capacity of up to 1TB.
And you can easily turn it into a smart display thanks to built-in Alexa integration. Use it to control other Alexa-enabled smart home devices in the house, make video calls, or even get answers to quick questions like “How long should I air fry potato wedges?”
One caveat is that this is the version with lockscreen ads, which basically look like sponsored screensavers. That’s part of the reason why it can be bought so cheaply. (The ad-free version costs $70 instead.)
But if you don’t mind lockscreen ads, this is a fantastic price for a tablet that performs well enough. Get the 8-inch Amazon Fire HD for just $55 while you can and enjoy an extra screen around your home.
A $55 tablet that isn’t absolute trash? Yes, please!