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Get Online Anywhere with Teclast X98 Air

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There’s still a great gap between modern tablets, in terms of connectivity, with some sporting 4G and others having only Wi-Fi. Getting one with 3G, such as the Teclast X98 Air, seems to be the safest bet.

Teclast’s naming scheme for their tablets seems very confusing at first, since there are three tablets bearing the X98 name. Furthermore, the confusion is fueled by the fact that the manufacturer uses Z3735F and Z3736F CPUs in these tablets. Besides the basic model, there is also an X98 Air, and an X98 Air II. The one in question has 3G connectivity via a SIM card, while the Air II can only connect via Wi-Fi. As TechTablets.com pointed out in a YouTube video, there are also some differences in the display refresh rate and cameras.

At the core of the X98 Air sits an Intel Z3736F CPU running at up to 2.16Ghz, along with Intel’s 7th-gen GPU. Those two combined ensure smooth operation under both Android 4.4 and Windows 8.1 with Bing, seeing that the tablet comes with both of them. Besides that there are 2GB of RAM and 64GB of ROM, which vary depending on the OS that you use.

As for the display, Teclast insists that it is a Retina one, but with a 9.7″ diagonal and a QXGA resolution (that would be 2048 x 1536, making it a 4:3 screen), it only has 264ppi, which is lower than Retina’s minimum of 300ppi. I’m not a huge fan of 4:3 displays, but as long as this gets the job done, I guess it’s OK.

Besides the ever-present Wi-Fi and the built-in 3G (in the form of WCDMA 2100Mhz), the X98 Air also sports GPS, which is a welcome addition, since you don’t get to see this type of connectivity in every tablet. Combined with 3G, this means that you can shoot up Google Maps (either the Android app or the website, if you’re using Windows) to find out where you are.

The other specs are common for Chinese tablets. Teclast X98 Air features a 5MP rear camera and a 2MP snapper for video calls and selfies, along with a microphone and speakers for calls under Android. The 8000mAh battery should provide up to 7 hours of continuous video playback, assuming that you’re not running any demanding apps in the background.

At $201.29, which is as much as it costs on GearBest, Teclast X98 Air has quite some decent specs, and assuming that everything works as advertised, users should have a great experience using them.

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Chuwi Hi8 Rocks Windows 8.1 and Android on a Budget

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Ever since Microsoft made Windows 8.1 with Bing free for devices with a display, tablets running this OS (either alone, or in combination with Android) have started springing up like mushrooms after the rain. Chuwi Hi8 is one of the most affordable tablets to run both of these operating systems.

Not so long ago, finding Windows and Android on the same device would have sounded like an impossible idea. However, with the emergence of Intel’s Bay Trail CPUs, getting these two operating systems to cohabit became a reality. Chinese manufacturers couldn’t miss this chance, and started producing a plethora of dual-OS tablets at different price points, depending on the features they have.

Chuwi Hi8 relies on a quad-core Intel Atom Z3736F clocked at up to 2.16Ghz and a 7th-gen Intel HD GPU to run these operating systems and their respective apps. For multitasking, the tablet comes with 2GB of RAM (which are detected as such in Windows 8.1 with Bing, but only seen as 1.87GB on Android). As far as storage is concerned, Win8.1 will show 14GB of ROM, out of the 32GB featured by the tablet, and 6.78GB in Android. That surely doesn’t sound like much, but microSD cards of up to 64GB can be used to expand that.

For an 8-inch display, Chuwi Hi8 has a pretty impressive resolution, especially considering the price. A 1920×1200 IPS MagicColor Panel was used, and the pixel density of 283PPI should make everything look crystal clear.

To stay connected, this tablet relies on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas, as well as USB OTG. In fact, an USB OTG cable is provided in the box, along with the charger and the data cable. The 4,000mAh battery shouldn’t take long to charge, provided that the charger is rated at 5V/2A. According to the manufacturer, that capacity should be just enough for up to 5 hours of video playback. In any case, it wouldn’t be such a bad idea to carry a power bank with you, while on the go.

GearBest currently carries Chuwi Hi8 at $92.59, which really is an impressive price, considering the specs and the ability to run both Windows and Android. Sure, the tablet lacks many features, such as a SIM slot for 3G or 4G connectivity, a GPS sensor or an HDMI port, but these can be found in more expensive models. For someone looking for a basic tablet that’s friendly on the wallet, Chuwi Hi8 may be exactly what they need.

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