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NVIDIA Shield 8" 16GB, Wi-Fi Tablet - Black
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This tablet has exceeded expectations - exceptional screen resolution, quick processor, and the battery life lasts long (post-recall). This is actually my boyfriend's tablet and he absolutely loves it. He's picky when it comes to tech products, so I was really surprised at how much he liked it - most particularly, how much he loves gaming on it, especially with the controller (which has great features). The only thing flaw my boyfriend mentioned was that he can't mirror the tablet to the TV while he's gaming. Other than that, it's a great tablet! Kind of unfortunate that Nvidia discontinued the 32gb and replaced it with the K1.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
One of the cameras doesn’t work. Product showed up relatively unclean, dirt/dust in every port. Two aesthetic panels are missing, which is hard to tell from the pictures having never seen the tablet before, but was obvious when I opened the box. No charging cable, which I guess it didn’t say was included in the description, but it also didn’t say that it wasn’t included. There is damage to the screen that is noticeable when the screen is on. Personal information still on the device. I expected some wear and tear, but not this much, especially considering there are quite a few of this product available similarly priced.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
After coming out two years ago the Nvidia Shield Tablet is still one of the fastest android tablets out there, it is a great great great value. One issue I've seen reported elsewhere is that the tablet's screen was poor...and it is out of the box. But in the settings you have the ability to tweak: Gamma, Black Level, Contrast, Saturation and Temperature. I've tweaked the screen settings and now my Nvidia shield tablet has a screen comparable (if not better than) the Nexus 7 2013. One issue is the wi-fi, the antenna is by the stylus and if you hold the tablet there it can block the wi-fi. If you're close to your router than this won't be an issue but if you get more then 10 or 15 yards/meters away than it can be an issue, though all you really need to do is flip the tablet around.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Pros: 1. Perfect ergonomics. Excellent lies in the hands, a pleasure to use. 2. High-quality display. 3. Sound. Good speakers, with a surprisingly high volume after all that I had before. 4. Expandable Memory 5. chips from NVIDIA strimming type games with PC or cloud services. It is unlikely you will actually use it. 6. Updates and the minimum pre-set programs 7. Stylus. 8. The ratio of 9:16 with the right balance of the speaker (on the side of the horizontal placement) make the tablet perfect for watching videos. 9. Availability of mini-HDM. 10. Speed !!! The interface is absolutely no lag. Disadvantages: 1. Not the most powerful battery. This Android 5, which is already available as an upgrade, nedopilen and has a very unpleasant property guzzle energy is not clear what. The main problem - autonomy. If you just sit in the social networks, use a browser and play light games, then everything is fine. But if you start heavy game, Tegra begins guzzle battery. And she eats like a pig - brazenly and not shy. In the same Trine 2 on ultra tablet can be killed for ~ 2 hours. Prepare an external battery. Yes fatter. 2. The case is very easily soiled. Always prints and scratches. Even the letter I in the inscription SHIELD could not stand the shame and decided to escape. Highly scientific method of spear returned to its place, like holding on. 3. Design is definitely not premium - stout and uncomplicated device, but rather to use it kofmortno. Dimensions and weight are much more pleasant than, say, aypeda before they become "air". 4. Do not touch buttons and volume of the tablet, it is not clear you hit them or not, no clicks, barely speak. 5. Do not use as a phone. Comment: In my opinion, a good multimedia device. Movie on it look nice, and in this case the battery last long. Since the release of Heroes 3 HD for tablets, began to carry it with him, because to play those same heroes in the subway - it's just priceless. And the stylus here very topic. As an accessory sold like case, but in fact cover. It stands in an area 2500r, ie more than 10% of the older model. Protection it is not particularly attached to, but as a stand quite comfortable. Moreover, closing the glass, it leaves uncertain strips (Dust?) On folding seams. In my opinion, it is very expensive for such a thing, I do not recommend. Game besides the possibility of Android games are presented Nvidia Grid service and Nvidia GameStream. In the first case, PC games run on servers and Nvidia broadcast via the Internet to the device. To work correctly, need a separately sold gamepad (of which below) and the appropriate router. A suitable router is best to look at the site Nvidia, mine, for example, he does not like. Games when quite a lot, yet free, but one day they will be put on a subscription. Strimming games with the PC is possible if there is a graphics accelerator from Nvidia 600+ series. Some games have the support of the gamepad (Skyrim, for example), while others require a keyboard and mouse. This resolution of the Stream - 720p. If you are not 100% avid gamer, you absolutely should not buy this game pad - it will be a waste of money. In general, the device is good and sane price, but the official accessories to it - no.Read full review
So, I bought this post-recall NVidia Shield 16GB a while back, and have played around with it for some time now. First, let's start with the good: This thing is a beast, if you invest a little more into the tablet! The processor used is still pretty fast, and games zip on it. I tend to use mine with a Bellkin Mobile Wireless Keyboard (which also is pretty awesome), and it works pretty good as a mock Android laptop. The NVidia Grid is a nice streaming service that allows for PC gaming on stream, and the Twitch stream ability is a nice gimmick. Not everyone will care for that feature, but those who do like Twitching will find it to be a welcome addition. Now, for some of the bad parts: 16GB for internal storage? You've got to be kidding me, NVidia. Don't skimp there next time. Yes, I know, I can add a 128GB card to the tablet (and I have), but not everyone has that luxury. Definitely upgrade to the latest Android to enable syncing the Micro SD card to your internal memory. Bear in mind that your SD can't be used for anything else once you do, however. Another thing to nitpick? You'll definitely want to put a screen protector on immediately, as my screen now has a very feint chip on it. Hardly noticeable, but enough to annoy owners like me, who like to keep their gadgets in near-mint condition. Also? Like other NVidia Tablets, my tablet developed a hairline crack on a corner, without having been dropped. Not even once! So, there are some quality control issues that NVidia needs to address. Which reminds me, NVidia? I love your tablet. I don't, however, love your customer service, nor your policies, involving eBay sales of NEW TABLETS AND CONTROLLERS. Keep that up, and I'll just buy from someone else. Technically, this review, with all things considered, should be 3 1/2 stars. The hardware is nice, and what it can do is amazing, but some quality control issues and terrible customer service and policies brought down the score considerably. Otherwise, I would have given 5 stars. If you don't mind those problems though? Pick up an NVidia Shield and see for yourself, why this mini-tablet could be a winner for you.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
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