Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (2022) tablet release: faster, starting at about 701 yuan

CTOnews.com, September 21 (Xinhua) Amazon has a large number of Fire tablets, and two years later, it has finally updated its popular 8-inch model, the Fire HD 8. The new model is faster, lighter and has excellent battery life. The new Amazon Fire HD 8 starts at $99.99 (about 700.93 yuan) and the high-end Fire HD 8 Plus starts at $119.99 (841.13 yuan).

The Fire HD 8 is an economical device with an 8-inch 1280 x 800 display, a 2.0 GHz six-core processor and 2GB memory. In terms of storage options, you can purchase 32GB or 64GB internal storage. Of course, users can also use microSD card slots to extend tablets to 1TB. The device is equipped with a 2MP front-facing camera that can shoot up to 720p video. Amazon said the tablet can be used for up to 13 hours on a single charge, but did not specify its specific use. The device also supports a rechargeable USB-C port, but it takes up to 5 hours to charge the device using the included charger.

CTOnews.com learned that Amazon also launched the Fire HD 8 Plus, which has roughly the same specifications, except that it will get more 3GB memory, wireless charging, a 5MP camera and a faster USB charger. Amazon will also offer various bundles for the tablet, such as the Fire HD 8 Kids, which will be equipped with protective cases, software and content privileges, and parental controls. In addition, Amazon will launch game bundles with Luna controller handles.

Fire HD 8 comes in three colors: black, denim and rose. Fire HD 8 Plus has gray. If you have an old Fire tablet, you can also use a 20% discount at the time of purchase. These new Fire HD tablets will go on sale on October 19.