We’re well into the upcoming school year is right around the corner. If you are a student, faculty, or a family member or friend shopping for one, now is a good time to shop for new gear, including tech and gadgets. Deals are constantly available on major retailers like Amazon and Walmart, so finding a coveted product that will help, both in and out of class, is not overly daunting.
By providing a sleeker and lighter alternative to traditional laptops and Chromebooks without skimping on power and versatility, tablets have become popular among students over the past few years. The market is currently brimming with high-quality slates, including those on sale from Apple, Google, and Samsung
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Tablets vary in size, price points, and OS platform, so I recommend you take a closer look at our comprehensive explainer that covers the entire product realm. Apple is the undisputed leader in this space, courtesy of the vast iPad lineup. I’ve broken it down in a separate guide focused on the touchscreen-toting Apple computer.
The best tablet deals I encountered are on iPad and Samsung Galaxy Tab models that have been on the market for over a year. Top-tier machines like the all-new iPad Pro and the big-screen iPad Air are available at more modest discounts, so you can still have cash for a memory upgrade or a protective case.
Find a shiny new tablet for yourself or give someone a gift they’ll cherish for years by choosing one of the on-sale offerings below.
Best Tablet Deals on Amazon
The tablets that Amazon has on sale range from a robust selection of iPads to up-to-date Android offerings like the Google Pixel Tablet and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+. The latest iPad Pro and iPad Air are also available at modest discounts.
Best Tablet Deals on Walmart
The Walmart tablet bargains that caught my attention include a duo of super affordable devices from the retail giant’s in-house brand, onn., which are perfect for students. The full-size Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite with a bundled S Pen stylus, on the other hand, is available at almost half below retail.