Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet (newest model)
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Our take on the Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet (newest model)
The Fire HD 8 is Amazon's small, budget tablet, built for streaming, reading, browsing and light gaming. This newest model adds 3GB of RAM (50% more than the 2022 release) and three built-in smart tools for drafting emails, summarizing webpages and making wallpapers. It runs Amazon's Appstore, not Google Play, so apps like Minecraft, Roblox, Zoom, Hulu and TikTok are available but the full Google ecosystem is not. It suits casual users, kids and second-screen use; rivals like the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 offer Google Play and a sharper screen, while the Fire HD 8 leans on Alexa, long battery life and expandable storage.
- 8-inch HD display is fine for video and games
- 3GB RAM is 50% more than the 2022 model
- Up to 13 hours of mixed use
- Storage expands to 1TB with a microSD card
- Alexa handles video calls, lists and smart-home control
- Thin, light and durable build
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About the Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet (newest model)
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is a tablet with an 8-inch HD display for streaming and gaming. It has a thin, light and durable design and a 5MP rear-facing camera for photos.
It has 3GB of RAM, which is 50% more than the 2022 release, and 32GB of storage. Storage can be expanded by up to 1 TB with a memory card (sold separately). Battery life is up to 13 hours of reading, web browsing, video, gaming and music.
Three smart tools help you write polished emails, summarize webpages and create unique wallpapers. Apps come from Amazon's Appstore, and Google Play is not supported. Some apps require a subscription. Alexa can play music, give news and weather, update shopping lists, set reminders, control smart home devices and make video calls. Apps such as Zoom can also be downloaded.
- Brand
- Amazon
- Model number
- R24SB8
- Part number
- 53-035893
- Color
- Black
- Display
- 8-inch HD
- RAM
- 3GB
- Storage
- 32GB, expandable up to 1 TB (sold separately)
- Rear camera
- 5MP
- Battery life
- Up to 13 hours
- App store
- Amazon Appstore (Google Play not supported)
- Voice assistant
- Alexa
- Release date
- 02-10-2024
- Package dimensions
Questions and answers
- Is the Fire HD 8 good for streaming and reading?
- Yes. The 8-inch HD screen and up to 13 hours of battery suit video, books and browsing. It is not a high-resolution display, so fine text and photos look softer than on premium tablets.
- Can I install Google Play apps on it?
- No. It uses Amazon's Appstore, and Google Play is not supported. Popular apps like Minecraft, Roblox, Zoom, Hulu and TikTok are available, but some Google-dependent apps are not.
- How does it compare with the 2022 Fire HD 8?
- This model has 3GB of RAM, 50% more than the 2022 release, plus the new smart tools. The screen size and overall design carry over.
- Can I add more storage?
- Yes. It comes with 32GB and takes a microSD card up to 1TB, sold separately. That is enough for downloaded shows, games and books.
- Does it work with Alexa and video calls?
- Yes. Alexa can make video calls, play music, set reminders, update shopping lists and control smart-home devices. Apps like Zoom can also be installed for calls.
- Who is it for?
- Casual users who want a light tablet for streaming, reading and Alexa, and families who want a shared or kids' device. Shoppers who need Google Play or a sharper screen should look at Android rivals.
