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Google getting out of the tablet game was inevitable (and smart)

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Yesterday afternoon, Google's hardware division made an unusually forthcoming announcement: the company will no longer build its own tablets. Instead, it will focus all its efforts on laptops. Given that Google released the Pixel Slate (its first Chr...

Engadget’s Holiday Gift Guide 2013: Tablets

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Welcome to Engadget's holiday gift guide! Head back to our hub to see the rest of the product guides as they're added throughout the month.

Engadget's Holiday Gift Guide 2013 Tablets

Tablets are right up there with 3D-enabled 4K TVs in terms of gift appeal; no one can resist firing them up the moment they've been unwrapped. Maybe it's their super-thin form factors; maybe it's because they make great couch companions; or maybe it's because they're just plain fun. Whether it's an Android, Windows 8.1 or iOS slate you're shopping for, you'll find suitable picks across all budgets below.

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T-Mobile Now Offers Google Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 in the United States

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T-Mobile is now offering Google's next generation smartphone and tablet for sale in stores all across the Unites States. Google Nexus 5 smartphone and Google Nexus 7 tablet are now available for sale...

iPad Mini Retina Display Fails to Impress In Comparison with Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire HDX

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The iPad Mini with Retina Display bears an uncanny resemblance to the iPad Air. But there is a difference in dimensions. The A7 microchip and front and rear cameras are pretty much identical too. The...

Google Nexus 7 tablet for under $200

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You can bet there be a lot of tablets discounted significantly for Black Friday 2013. Tablets have quickly taken over the tasks of notebook and desktop computers for many users around the world....

New Nexus 7 gets update to fix buggy multitouch

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If you're one of the 2013 Nexus 7 users who's experienced some wonkiness with multitouch, this is (hopefully) your lucky day. Over on Google's product forums today, Mountain View staffer Paulw confirmed a system update that addresses the touchscreen issues. Build JSS15Q is reportedly rolling out now -- if you've received the update, be sure to let us know if your Nexus 7 is finally screen freakout-free.

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New Nexus 7 gets update to fix buggy multitouch (update: and wonky GPS, too)

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If you're one of the 2013 Nexus 7 users who's experienced some wonkiness with multitouch, this is (hopefully) your lucky day. Over on Google's product forums today, Mountain View staffer Paulw confirmed a system update that addresses the touchscreen issues. Build JSS15Q is reportedly rolling out now -- if you've received the update, be sure to let us know if your Nexus 7 is finally screen freakout-free.

Update: Looks like the update addresses an issue with the unit's GPS sensitivity, too.

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Users report new Nexus 7 suffering from GPS issues

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Users report new Nexus 7 suffering from GPS issues

The urban-hunchback shuffle is usually demonstrated by commuters slouching over a phone, in search of a pre-meeting coffee-house. But, if you're attempting something similar with the latest Nexus 7, maybe leave a little earlier. Why? Because word is that some users are reporting funky behaviour with the tablet's GPS -- perhaps causing a little deja vu for ASUS slate owners . Issues vary from total flake out, to halting after 10 to 30 minutes. Several attempted fixes -- including complete reinstalls -- haven't fixed things. Google is aware of the problem, and working on a fix -- but no details on when this might be delivered. It's suggested that disabling Google Play Services might help things. This component of Android is used by other apps though, so proceed with caution. Is it affecting you? Let us know in the comments.

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New Nexus 7 Shipments to Hit 3.5 Million in 2013

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Google can ship only 3.5 million units of its new Nexus 7 tablets by the end of this year. The latest version of Google's Android tablet is just launched few days before at the end of July. Full 5...

New Nexus 7 now available to order from Google’s US Play Store

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New Nexus 7 now available to order from Google's US Play Store

As of now, Apple's still wholly content letting Google and its clan of followers dominate the sub-$300 tablet market. Hence, the new Nexus 7. For those drawn to a thinner, lighter, more powerful version of the Android-based slate, orders can now be placed directly through Google's Play Store... for customers located in the United States. Both the 16GB and 32GB WiFi-only models are still on track to ship by next Tuesday, while those on the lookout for a cellular version will need to wait a few more weeks. It's Friday. You probably just got paid. And really, what's $230 between friends?

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Source: Google Play Store (US)