Inexpensive, Attractive and sturdy design, Near stock Android, MicroSD card slot
Lower resolution display than rivals, Mediocre battery life
HP has produced a laudable effort with the Slate 7, but it just doesn't really offer many reasons to choose it over a tablet like the Nexus 7. There are a few key areas where the Slate 7 just isn't up to snuff – namely the lower resolution screen and mod...
For all its good looks, the HP Slate 7 does seem a bit of a mixed bag. The Beats Audio treatment is impressive with both music and movies, but the tablet itself is not too happy with HD content. The 3Mp camera on the back is a bonus and OK for snaps but ...
The HP Slate 7 is an aggressively-priced tablet. Set to sell for $169 in the US, it's cheaper than the bargain basement Google Nexus 7. However, that the screen has been whacked with the ugly stick a few times makes it worth spending a few extra pounds on...
More entry-level tablets are good for the market. HP’s Slate 7 is a long way from being amazing, but if it’s priced well it’s nothing but good news for the consumer as it offers something a little different and is pretty good looking too in our opinion...
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Published: 2013-02-26, Author: Dan , review by: techradar.com
Abstract: After its aborted efforts with WebOS and the TouchPad two years ago, it appears that HP thinks now is the time to get involved with tablets. Here is the Slate 7 - a 7-inch tablet running Android 4.1 Jelly Bean . And why not? After all, though we think of ...
Published: 2013-02-25, Author: Stuart , review by: pocket-lint.com
Abstract: Have you got 145 euros and are in need of a new Android tablet? Well the HP Slate 7 might be the tablet for you, according to HP. Looking to take on Asus and its Nexus 7 device, the bright-red HP Slate 7 comes with a 7-inch display (1024 x 600), 1.6GHz d...
Abstract: While the announcement of the Galaxy S4 from Samsung was a huge deal at MWC, we can't help feel more excited about the release of the HP 7 Slate, but only because the tablet was there to be touched. From what we can make from this, HP looks set to get int...
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Published: 2013-07-01, Author: Courtney , review by: futurefive.co.nz
ARM Dual Core CortexA9 1.6 GHz processor – makes it responsive and fast, 7” screen, acceptable size and minimal for multiple uses, Weighing in at 372g, it's evenly distributed which allows you to use even if it's upside down, Back surface has a rubber lik
Camera is an average quality, but allows for basic use, The screens ~170ppi pixel density is fairly low, which may affect use when watching videos or photos, WiFi only but not a big problem if you can tether using your smartphone, Given the price point, t
Decent budget tablet, Neat and simple design, Feels solid and sturdy, Beats Audio
Feels heavy when used for long periods of time, Low resolution
If your eyes have been spoiled with Retina and Super AMOLED displays, this tablet isn't going to cut it.But all in all, HP Slate 7 is a good buy when looking for a budget tablet associated with reputable brands like HP and Beats. And once you've grown acc...
