Amazon Fire tablet flash sale: Save up to 30 per cent on all models
Our technology critic weighs in on the discounted models to help you decide which one to snap up
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Your support makes all the difference.A firm favourite for all your shopping needs, Amazon stocks everything from books and beauty products to smart speakers and tablets.
The online giant even has a secret outlet store, a lesser-known section of its website where you can save money on thousands of clearance products.
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If you’ve been thinking about investing in a new tablet, now’s the chance to make the investment because the retailer has slashed the price of all of its Fire devices.
Everything from the Fire 7 kids edition tablet to the Fire HD 10 tablet has been reduced by up to 30 per cent.
Despite their cheap price tag, The Independent’s technology critic, David Phelan, noted in his review of the best tablets that these devices “are well-crafted and capable”.
With so many choose from, it can be difficult knowing which is best. But, fear not because we’re here to make the decision making process a little easier. Having reviewed each and every one featured, our guide will make sure you make the best investment for you.
Read on for everything you need to know about Amazon’s Fire tablet sale, with expert reviews and advice.
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If you want to benefit from Amazon’s next day, and in some instance same day, delivery service, we’d thoroughly recommend you sign up to Prime. The monthly membership costs £7.99, or you can pay an annual sum of £79, and along with unlimited free delivery you’ll also be granted access to more than 800,000 free ebooks and the use of Prime video and Amazon’s music services.
Amazon Fire 7 tablet: Was £49.99, now £34.99, Amazon.co.uk
Despite being the most affordable tablet in Amazon’s own-brand range, the Fire 7 landed a spot in our review of the best tablets, where David Phelan called it a fantastic device that is “effortlessly portable”, a great option then for when commuting is back on the cards. Owing to its price, the screen resolution isn’t as strong as its competitors but is still good. The same can be said for its 16GB storage capacity, but it still offers enough for most users.
“Purchases such as Amazon movies, Kindle books and Audible audiobooks are automatically available and the tablet works well with Amazon Prime Video,” noted Phelan. He added that “the price is the real standout here,” so with a whopping saving of 30 per cent, it’s even better.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus: Was £109.99, now £89.99, Amazon.co.uk
Another tablet which received high praise in our review of the best, the Fire HD 8 Plus has had a recent update, with Phelan noting that it now has a “significantly-improved processor so it’s especially fast and effective”. He added that “Amazon’s devices work with each other well, so if you have books on a Kindle, say, they will appear on this tablet”. Despite its keen price, it doesn’t mean they aren’t well-made or have a high spec, in fact, quite the opposite. Snap this deal up now, you don’t want to miss out.
With its 10in screen, it’s the biggest display of any Amazon tablet and the highest resolution, which Phelan says makes it the best Amazon tablet for watching videos on. “It’s a sleek and effective machine, with plenty of power and strong battery life,” he notes. With £40 off, this really is a no-brainer, and it comes in black, blue, white or plum.
Amazon Fire HD 10 kids edition tablet: Was £199.99, now £149.99, Amazon.co.uk
With more time spent at home with your children, perhaps you’re looking for a device that will keep them occupied. Enter the Amazon Fire HD 10, which landed the top spot in our review of the best kids’ tablets. Phelan praised Amazon for its “cool line of tablets” for kids, which feature a colourful bumper to protect it from being dropped. And the price includes a year’s subscription to Fire for kids, offering access to games, books, educational apps and more. If you’re after a device that has a slightly smaller screen, the Amazon Fire 7 kids edition (was £99.99, now £69.99, Amazon.co.uk) is similarly reduced by 30 per cent and Phelan praised it for being the “best kids’ tablet for under £100”.
Looking for more big savings? Our guide to Amazon’s secret outlet store is a good place to start