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Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet Is a Steal at Its Lowest Price in Months for Back-to-School, Feels Almost Free Next to an iPad

This article features deals sourced directly by Gizmodo and produced independently of the editorial team. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on the site. Tablets don’t have to cost a ton. If you’re after an affordable device mainly for reading, streaming, or browsing, Amazon’s Fire tablets are worth a look. These cover the basics pretty well, and you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to get one. In fact, you can grab the latest Fire HD 8 tablet for only $80 right now at Amazon. It usually goes for $130, but the retailer is currently offering the black version with 64GB storage capacity at a 31% discount. Best of all, if you’ve got an older tablet (in working condition) lying around the house collecting dust, you can trade it in to take another 20% off your total! The Fire HD 8 tablet comes with a modest 8-inch screen that’s great for streaming shows on the go, watching YouTube videos, taking quick Zoom calls, browsing social media, and even reading long documents. It’s quite lightweight, so carrying it around in your bag or even holding it for longer stretches won’t feel like a challenge. This tablet is made for basic, everyday tasks, and it’s got enough powe

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Forget the iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Crashes to a 30-Day Low on Amazon at Nearly 30% Off

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Forget the iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Crashes to a 30-Day Low on Amazon at Nearly 30% Off

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Best iPad deal: Save $50 on Apple iPad 11-inch (A16)

SAVE $50: As of Aug. 17, the Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) is on sale for $399 at Amazon. That's an 11% discount on the list price. The Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) has dropped in price at Amazon, giving you the chance to save…

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Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet Is a Steal at Its Lowest Price in Months for Back-to-School, Feels Almost Free Next to an iPad

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SAVE $50: As of Aug. 17, the Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) is on sale for $399 at Amazon. That's an 11% discount on the list price. The Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) has dropped in price at Amazon, giving you the chance to save $50 on the 128GB…

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