The American company Amazon introduced inexpensive tablets of the Fire HD 8 series (2022). The consumer is offered three models: Fire HD 8, Fire HD 8 Plus and Fire HD 8 Kids.
Recall that the previous versions of Fire HD 8 were released in 2020. New items inherited from their predecessors 8-inch IPS-display, providing a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels.
At the same time, the 4-core MediaTek MT8168 chipset has been replaced with an unnamed 8-core platform clocked at 2 GHz. The basic version and edition for children received 2 GB of “RAM”, the Fire HD 8 Plus model has 3 GB of RAM. All models are equipped with 32 GB/64 GB flash drives.
There is a slot for microSD cards. The selfie camera is equipped with a 2 MP sensor. As for the rear camera, in the Plus version it has a resolution of 5 MP, in the younger models – 2 MP. The tablets are equipped with stereo speakers and a symmetrical USB-C port. The battery life is 13 hours, while there is support for wireless charging. Users can choose from black, blue, red and yellow body color options. In addition to the tablet, you can purchase a stand case that allows you to set the device in portrait or landscape orientation.
Additionally, Amazon offers a children’s version of the Fire HD 8 Kids Edition tablet. In terms of technical characteristics, it is almost a complete copy of the standard model. But here the capacity of the built-in storage is offered in only one version – 32 GB. In addition, the device is made in a more durable case and includes a complete protective cover, has increased weight and dimensions (244x155x26 mm, 474 g).
