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HP Slate 7" (8GB) Red or Silver £69.99 using code and cashback @Tesco Direct
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HP Slate 7" (8GB) Red or Silver £69.99 using code and cashback @Tesco Direct

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Website price = £99.99
Code TDX-HD6P at checkout (enter as eCoupon) = £10 discount
HP cashback (hpslate7rewards.com. Offer ends 31/08/13) = another £20 discount
Final price = £69.99

Free delivery to store, £3 standard delivery to your home.
1 Year Accidental Damage cover included in price


Other deals on here - Argos, Currys - discuss the merits (or otherwise) in more detail, but a great price I feel for a little effort.


And now for the blurb:

Lightweight and easy to use, the HP Slate 7 is a great choice for anyone to browse the internet, use social media, watch films or play games at home or out and about. Use the HP Slate 7 to listen to all your favourite tunes with built in Beats Audio stereo speakers that deliver top quality audio in a small package.

Display:

7 inch screen.
Resolution 1024 x 600 pixels.
Product specifications:

1GB RAM.
Android 4.1 operating system.
1.6GHz Cortex - A9 processor.
8GB internal storage.
Bluetooth - enabling you to easily and wirelessly connect with other bluetooth enabled devices.
3.5mm stereo headphone jack.
Built-in speaker.
microSD memory card slot.
1 USB port.
Beats Audio Sound System.
Expandable up to 32GB.
0.3MP front and 3MP rear facing cameras.
General features:

5.1cm thin.
Size H23.3, W24.7cm.
Weight 800g.
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  1. herrbz's avatar
    By my calculations it will be £10 by the end of the month at this rate
  2. MIDURIX's avatar
    brendanego

    Think of it this way, it's nearly the same price as a kindle - if I … Think of it this way, it's nearly the same price as a kindle - if I didn't have one of those, I'd buy this to use as an e-reader with benefits.

    I find tablets quite poor to use as a book.
  3. deleted376555's avatar
    hot_top

    Seems like there is a problem with using Skype with this, has this issue … Seems like there is a problem with using Skype with this, has this issue been resolved?http://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Hardware-e-g-Windows-8/Hp-slate-camera-functionality-with-Skype/td-p/498873Cheers!



    this may refer to the laptop and if you can see the comment is back to 2011 (registered same date?)
  4. cb-uk's avatar
    hot_top

    Does this have WIFI?Cheers!



    Wireless Built-in: 802.11b/g/n.

    So, yes.
  5. deleted655701's avatar
    heres a review from which magazine.

    If you're looking for a bargain tablet the HP Slate 7 could be the answer. While it might be cheap, this 7-inch Android tablet from HP - a well-known computing brand, still has front and rear facing cameras and comes with Beats Audio. But how does the screen measure up to competitors and does the battery last long enough? Find out in our full review.The HP Slate 7 is a basic tablet that's good for simple tasks such as surfing the internet and watching video. The screen is reasonable and the battery life is ok. If you want to play games or do anything more high - powered steer clear.

    What is it?

    A seven-inch Android tablet from well-known computer brand HP. Best suited for anyone wanting a basic device to use in addition to their everyday laptop.

    What's it like to use?

    It's fine for simple tasks such as surfing the internet and playing video from You-Tube. But our speed testing reveals that it's not quite as nippy as the Nexus 7.This device is handy for commuters as its compact size makes it easy to hold in one hand while clutching onto the handrail on a packed train.It has a rear camera as well as one on the front. This is unusual for a cheap, small tablet. You won't find a rear camera on the Nexus 7 for example. The quality of the images is ok but the video can be a bit grainy.The Beats Audio speakers make a small but noticeable difference to the sound quality when compared to other small cheap tablets.

    What's the battery life like?

    A quick half hour charge provides a very useful three hours and 15 minutes of battery life.A full battery will give you eight hours of video playback - enough to see you through a couple of nail-biting tennis matches at Wimbledon.And if you're using the Slate 7 to browse the web it'll last seven hours and 17 minutes. This isn't bad for a bargain tablet but the top rivals, such as the Nexus 7 do have a couple of hours more stamina.

    Is there anything I should watch out for?

    The screen isn't up to the high standards of the Nexus 7. The resolution isn't as high and the colours are a little dull by comparison. We were also disappointed to find that it becomes very hard to see the screen in bright daylight. What's worse, the settings app repeatedly crashed when we tried to alter the brightness of the screen.To produce this tablet at such a cheap cost, HP has cut corners in terms of the touchscreen quality. It doesn't always register your touch and can be quite laggy. The Nexus 7 wins hands down here.Construction quality also reflects the low price. It feels plasticky and flexes a little.There's not much on board storage for apps and content. Out of a possible 8GB there's just 5.4GB available for you to use - that could quickly be filled up with a few films. Fortunately you can use the micro-SD card slot to expand the memory in case you run out of room.

    Should I buy it?

    This tablet is ok for basic tasks but better cheap options are also available. Try the Nexus 7 - it's the best tablet around if you're on a tight budget.

    Own this product?

    Tell us what you think of it to help members and improve our testing - click on the 'Customer views' tab at the top of this page.Pros: Cheap, good battery life, ok sound, front and rear camerasCons: Poor touchscreen, cheap build quality, lack of internal memory
  6. brendanego's avatar
    Think of it this way, it's nearly the same price as a kindle - if I didn't have one of those, I'd buy this to use as an e-reader with benefits.
  7. ewwaxo's avatar
    cold. not a HP Touchpad.
  9. deleted242925's avatar
    Hot
  10. bluetba's avatar
    Great price, but do feel that that's its correct price based on spec.

    I have since bought a nexus, but if I hadn't, this price would have made me go for this.
  11. deleted242925's avatar
    £70 IS A CRACKING PRICE I THINK
  12. cb-uk's avatar
    That's cheap. How can they sell for so little and make a profit?
  13. hc4eva's avatar
    Quidco 3.5% too
  14. deleted459937's avatar
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    hc4eva

    Quidco 3.5% too



    Nice, that's about another £2.50 off if it tracks.
  15. hot_top's avatar
    Does this have WIFI?

    Cheers!
  16. deleted844688's avatar
    suuuuppeerr cheap
  17. FTCom's avatar
    nice find
  18. deleted747931's avatar
    Great price, to much hassle sending away for cash back , it may come down in price , before Xmas x
  19. deleted776152's avatar
    Is that wifi working on it
  20. deleted125512's avatar
    I purchased this from PC World/Currys a couple of months back for £130 and thought that was a good buy but at this price it's a steal! Not a bad little tablet, not the best screen in the world but does everything I need it too. I got this case for it which suits it perfectly but gone up in price by £3.00 since I got it. amazon.co.uk/gp/…c=1

    (edited)
  21. deleted125512's avatar
    azadsoni

    Is that wifi working on it


    WiFi works perfectly on it, I have had no problems with mine at all
  22. ewwaxo's avatar
    hdmi ?
  23. circuit's avatar
    Got one of these yesterday from the Argos deal. Don't get too excited, £70 is about the right price for it. The cameras are rubbish and the screen is about the same standard as our Sumvision 7" tablet that cost £55 at Christmas - i.e. basic - but has a weird shape that stretches the pixels slightly. Not sure where the Which reviewer got their battery life figures from but lots of reviews say it's significantly less.

    Not putting a downer on the deal, it's a good price, just don't expect anything more than the basics.

    androidcentral.com/hp-…iew
  24. deleted134131's avatar
    Great price
  25. deleted284865's avatar
    ordered. £69 not expecting great things but should be fine for a 4 year olds birthday
  26. deleted459937's avatar
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    ewwaxo

    hdmi ?



    HDMI Output - No
    Video / TV Output - No

    Sorry
  27. Dariusvejas's avatar
    Good deal... Just ordered one...
  28. bfam's avatar
    code not working
  29. Wongy111's avatar
    bfam

    code not working


    yes it is
    so tempted by this
  30. deleted125512's avatar
    ewwaxo

    hdmi ?


    No sorry no HDMI
  31. deleted459937's avatar
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    bfam

    code not working



    Not sure why, website says code expires 26/08/2013, and I've just tried it again and it works for me. Frustrating, I'm sure.
  32. bfam's avatar
    thewongwing101

    yes it isso tempted by this



    weird doesn't work for me
  33. SingingDwarf's avatar

    What do you do if you've long since past being a laughingstock in the … What do you do if you've long since past being a laughingstock in the mobile business? You failed at Windows Mobile. You bought Palm and put webOS out to pasture. And now, if you're HP, your first real foray into Android is a tablet that's nice from afar, but far from nice.Such is the HP Slate 7.


    androidcentral.com/han…e-7

    HP has crafted a solid, attractive tablet for a superb price, but the … HP has crafted a solid, attractive tablet for a superb price, but the Slate 7 simply cuts too many corners to earn a recommendation


    pcpro.co.uk/rev…e-7

    HP Slate 7 review: HP's budget Android tablet is less of a hit, more of a … HP Slate 7 review: HP's budget Android tablet is less of a hit, more of a miss


    engadget.com/201…ew/

    Can't even put Cyanogenmod on it. Cold from me, even at £64.99 using a £15 off £75 at Tesco Direct
  34. crashtestmonkey's avatar

    User review from recent HDUK purchaser Ribs85 from here

    hotukdeals.com/dea…953

    Brought this today, using that telegraph voucher and will be claiming the … Brought this today, using that telegraph voucher and will be claiming the cashback.To be fair, the tablet is only "mid range"-ish... And for £129... I couldn't recommend it, "treat yourself to another £30 or so for a Nexus 7", I would say.. For £109 (after cashback)? Yeah, sure! For £89.99? I'll take two (actually considering this!).The reviews online all say the same thing: The screen is crap and the experience sluggish... But a lot of the reviews compare it to the Nexus 7, to be fair, that was a fair price for price comparison when it came out, but now with the cashback in the UK, and the price drop in the US, it's now firmly in the budget end of the spectrum, and now holds it's own nicely. I think the performance has improved as well (see below)The screen is fine. It's not stellar, but I honestly have no issue with it. The screen is not as good as the Nexus 7, but it's a fine screen in it's own right. Side by side, you'd be choosing the Nexus, but just as a device to actually use a live with... Come on, it's fine. Really. It's fine, don't worry about it. If you're someone that demands the latest and greatest tech, then you won't be buying this anyway. The screen is readable, bright enough, and the colours are good (see below). It wasn't that long ago we were using this resolution on our 14-17 inch monitors. So on a 7 inch tablet? Yeah, it's fine.The performance... Sometimes a little sluggish. But only sometimes, and only a little, and usually 'cos I'm being silly and asking it switch tasks really quickly. I don't play games, so your mileage may vary on that front.Do yourself a favour, and check for updates as soon as you can. There was an update waiting for me, and I've heard it helps with performance and general bug fixes. I can't vouch too much for this personally, as I applied the update straight away (I knew to check for it).I may be me being stupid, but I could've SWORN the screen was a bit better with the colours after the update applied. Everything seemed to "pop" a bit more after the update was done, but I was walking around with it this morning, so maybe the lighting conditions just changed as the sun came out or something daft. But seriously, looking at it right now next to me, the colours look alright...Oh, and apparently HP have "promised" an update to 4.2. But *never* count on such things, assume it will stay on 4.1 forever, and anything else is a bonus. I have a Nexus 4, and am on Android 4.3 with that.. To be honest, other than multi-user support (which came in 4.2), there isn't a single feature on this tablet that I miss with the newer versions. And, to be brutally honest, every new point release seems to introduce new bugs. I've noticed a couple on Android 4.3 since upgrading, so sometimes "tried and tested" can be better.Be aware that apps that *require* GPS will not work with this tablet. You can, however sideload them. And to be honest, you should be pestering your favourite app developers to make the requirement optional, and not mandatory (it's DEAD easy to do, I know, I program apps). I've had to pester Google this evening to get the Device Policy app I need for my business to change that mandatory requirement, as it loaded fine when I extracted from my phone and loaded to the tablet, so that says it all really.Seriously guys n gals, this is a CRACKING tablet for the money. Really, really nice. At £109 (without the voucher, but with cashback) I recommend it. If you have the voucher as well, you're laughing. Buy a case to go with it or something.Go in with your eyes wide open and reasonable expectations, and you'll have a really nice tablet for not much money. If you want high-end, look elsewhere (in fact, wait for the new Nexus 7, not long now!), but for a very nice bargain, with a couple of compromises (such as no GPS, or NFC, or QI charging - again, go high-end for those if I'm honest), it's a cracking deal.Side note: Don't be tempted by those CnM tablets. They are cheap and nasty and AWFUL. I've heard first hand horror stories of those things freezing, not charging, and having an unresponsive touchscreen. (Someone I spoke to it on his FOURTH tablet, only brought the first one a month ago)Really hope this helps people.If you have questions, fire away.

  35. deleted840262's avatar
    m1keanderson

    Those other … Those other threads:http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/hp-slate-7-argos-129-99-with-20-cash-back-offer-that-sacred-20-telegraph-voucher-1634953http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/hp-slate-7-inch-grey-tablet-8gb-99-99-with-20-cashback-20-daily-telegraph-voucher-1637875http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/hp-slate-7-7-tablet-8gb-99-99-79-99-after-cashback-currys-pc-world-1637808

  36. limegreenzx's avatar
    Thanks just bought one. At the original price it was always going to be discounted heavily. Now at the price the idiots at HP should have launched at it is a good buy. I know there are better Chinese spec'ed clones available but they lack the support that the HP brand name provides.
  37. hot_top's avatar
    Seems like there is a problem with using Skype with this, has this issue been resolved?

    h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/…873

    Cheers!
  38. BlueDan's avatar
    Pretty sure these don't have a light sensor, meaning you have to manually adjust the screen brighness. Would have cost them pence to add.
  39. bfam's avatar
    Bought one, cant go wrong at this price!
  40. bfam's avatar

    ........even at £64.99 using a £15 off £75 at Tesco Direct



    Whats the code? Thought it was £10 off?
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