This Amazon Fire Kids Tablet Is 50% Off Right Now
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For parents shopping for a first kids' tablet that won't turn into a headache or break after one drop, the Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (2024) might be worth a look. It usually retails for $149.99, but it's currently marked down to $74.99 on Amazon, its lowest price to date, according to price trackers.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet $74.99 at Amazon $149.99 Save $75.00 Get Deal
Get Deal $74.99 at Amazon $149.99 Save $75.00 At that price, you're getting a rugged case, a year of Amazon Kids+ subscription, a two-year worry-free replacement guarantee, and solid parental controls all bundled into one eight-inch tablet. It's not fast, and it doesn't have a high-res display, but for young kids starting out with screen time, it does a lot right.
It has a 2.0GHz hexa-core processor, 32GB of storage (expandable to 1TB), and a 1,280-by-800 resolution display. It handles video streaming and basic apps well, though heavier games and multitasking can slow it down. Battery life is impressive, lasting close to 10 hours in PCMag's video playback tests. The case, which adds bulk, also includes a built-in stand that doubles as a handle, though younger kids might need help adjusting it. It's not waterproof, but if it breaks, Amazon will replace it for free within two years-no questions asked.
Setup requires a parent to create profiles, set screen time limits, and customize content filters. Once done, kids can access Amazon Kids+, which includes age-appropriate books, videos, games, and a genuinely fun Quest" feature that blends learning with light gamification. When the free trial ends, though, you'll need to pay $5.99 a month (or $48 annually) to keep access to that library. Without it, the experience is much more limited and depends on how much effort you want to put into finding and installing your own content. But for under $75, with a kid-proof case and thoughtful tools for parents, it's one of the better value tablets out there for kids aged three to seven.
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