Asus Google Nexus 7 (2012)

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connectivity (60)
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 13461 reviews of Asus Google Nexus 7 (2012). The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the size and price are generally positive. The screen and performance also get good reviews. Opinions are divided on the apps. Some have doubts about the connectivity and camera.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Asus Google Nexus 7 (2012) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Asus Google Nexus 7 (2012)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 813 user reviews of Asus Google Nexus 7 (2012) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the portability and screen. The price and performance also get good feedback. There are mixed comments on the storage and reliability.

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84% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Asus Google Nexus 7 (2012)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3290 user reviews of Asus Google Nexus 7 (2012) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the screen and price. The portability and usability are also appreciated. Many are negative about the reliability. Views are divided on the storage.

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89% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Expert review by : Andrew Williams (trustedreviews.com)

Google Nexus 7

The Google Nexus 7 sets a new standard for budget tablets.

Good screen ; Speedy performance ; Handy form ; Textured rear avoids plasticky feel

Still no Google Music in UK ; Non-expandable memory ; Native video support limited

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by : JR Bookwalter (techradar.com)

Google Nexus 7 review

The first Google tablet finally takes the Android problem into its own hands

Quality hardware ; NFC support ; Android 4.1 Jelly Bean ; Bundled Google Play freebies

Weak IPS display contrast ; Limited storage options ; Too few Android tablet apps ; Some content hard to read (magazines)

Like a bucket of water being used to douse the Kindle's flames, Google appears poised to reclaim any tablet ground lost since the introduction of Amazon's forked version of Android. It may not tread a lot of new ground, but the Nexus 7 is a solid...

Apr, 2013

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Google Nexus 7 tablet review

The Google Nexus 7 tablet sports an amazing price tag

Premium build ; Great screen ; Improved voice search

No expandable storage ; Wi-Fi only ; Missing some Google Play stuff

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Google Nexus 7

Awards 2012 Product of the Year - Portables. A cut-price, top-performing, super-portable tablet

Incredible price ; lightweight but solid build ; fast, fluid OS ; text is sharp, video detailed ; decent sound

Some gaps in app offering, especially tablet-specific apps ; some features are work in progress

Android tablets have so far struggled to make a dent in the iPad’s popularity. Google’s Nexus 7 changes that. The smaller size is interesting but it’s the smaller price tag that will ultimately make the most difference. £159 is an incredibly...

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Expert review by : Stuart Miles (pocket-lint.com)

Asus Nexus 7 dock announced, £24.99, coming soon, we go hands-on - Pocket-lint

Asus has announced a new docking station for the Nexus 7 tablet at CES in Las Vegas. The new dock is as simple as it sounds, and gives Nexus 7 owners a

Jan, 2013

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Expert review by : Chris Hall (pocket-lint.com)

Nexus 7 review

We have a love-hate relationship with the Android tablet. You can see it written across the pages of Pocket-lint, through numerous reviews. Do it right and the Android tablet is a wonderful companion. Do it wrong, and it's an awkward shoehorning of the...

Build quality, price, power, software

No memory expansion options, lacks physical connections, UK users miss out on some of the Google Play features

The impressive thing about the Nexus 7 is the quality of the device you get from Asus, at the price you're being asked to pay. The hardware and the build quality is top notch, there is plenty of power and the screen is fantastic. Add this to a pure...

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by : Basil Kronfli (recombu.com)

Asus Nexus 7 Review: In Depth

The Nexus 7 by Asus is one of those devices that you just need to use for 10 seconds to know you're going to like...

Sharp display

Outdoor viewing isn't great

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by : Chris Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

Google Nexus 7 video review

The Google Nexus 7 has caught the imagination of the public with its high specs and low price. Here's our video review of the Jellybean 4.1 Android tablet.

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by : Chris Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

Google Nexus 7 review

The Nexus 7 is Google's first attempt at an own-brand tablet. But is it a failure or a game changer? Read our Nexus 7 review to find out.

Google has set a new standard for budget tablets with the Nexus 7. It's an unbelievably well-equipped device for such an affordable price. The silky smooth performance and high resolution IPS screen are the highlights for us. If you're looking for a...

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by : Chris Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

Google Nexus 7 tablet vs Amazon Kindle Fire comparison review

Google has announced its Nexus 7 which will launch this month and rival the Amazon Kindle Fire. (See also: Kindle Fire HD vs Kindle Fire HD 8.9 review.) See also: new Nexus 7 (2013) review: the best Android tablet.

With the Nexus 7 Google has produced a similar tablet to the Kindle Fire with the same price. It has a superior specification to its rival so Amazon will want to hurry along with the Kindle Fire 2.

Jul, 2012

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