Verizon has released a new, affordable 5G tablet from TCL that's designed to be easy on the eyes.

TCL is growing its NXTPAPER product line with an affordable and adaptable new tablet, the Tab 8 NXTPAPER 5G, which is an alternative to the iPad and is available exclusively for Verizon customers.

TCL Tab 8 NXTPAPER 5G

$199 99

8.7-Inch NXTPAPER display with 1340 x 800 Pixel Resolution and 90Hz Refresh Rate Technology, Android 15, MediaTek MT8755 Processor, 64GB Storage, 4GB RAM, 6,000mAh Battery, 15W Charging, 8MP Rear-Facing Camera, 5MP Front-Facing Camera, Paper Gray Color

Buy at Verizon

TCL Tab 8 NXTPAPER 5G

$199 99

8.7-Inch NXTPAPER display with 1340 x 800 Pixel Resolution and 90Hz Refresh Rate Technology, Android 15, MediaTek MT8755 Processor, 64GB Storage, 4GB RAM, 6,000mAh Battery, 15W Charging, 8MP Rear-Facing Camera, 5MP Front-Facing Camera, Paper Gray Color

Buy at Verizon

TCL Tab 8 NXTPAPER 5G

$199 99

8.7-Inch NXTPAPER display with 1340 x 800 Pixel Resolution and 90Hz Refresh Rate Technology, Android 15, MediaTek MT8755 Processor, 64GB Storage, 4GB RAM, 6,000mAh Battery, 15W Charging, 8MP Rear-Facing Camera, 5MP Front-Facing Camera, Paper Gray Color

Buy at Verizon

Specifications:

8.7-inch NXTPAPER display with 1340 x 800 pixel resolution and 90Hz refresh rate;

MediaTek MT8755 octa-core processor;

Android 15 operating system;

4GB of memory;

64GB of internal storage;

microSD card slot (up to 2TB);

6,000mAh battery;

15W charging;

8MP rear camera;

5MP front camera;

Dual speakers;

USB Type-C port;

3.5mm headphone jack;

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac;

Bluetooth 5.3;

4G LTE and 5G;

Paper Gray color;

211.88 x 125.58 x 8.35mm dimensions;

365 grams.

The display is a key feature, equipped with TCL's NXTPAPER technology, now in its fourth generation, also found in the TCL 60 XE phone and the NXTPAPER 11 Plus tablet.

This technology enhances visual clarity and comfort, activated via a physical button on the Tab 8 NXTPaper 5G, allowing users to switch between "Standard," Color Paper, and Ink Paper modes.

Users can switch between these modes to adjust the display based on environment and usage, effectively turning the tablet into a Kindle for reading at night.

This also optimizes battery life, allowing "up to 16 hours of mixed usage" from its 6,000mAh battery. It costs $199.99 at Verizon (or $5.55 monthly for three years) with a new or existing service line, positioning it as an alternative to both iPads and Kindles.

Currently, there are few comparable products, especially in the US, to the TCL Tab 8 NXTPAPER 5G.

While not the top Android tablet, its NXTPAPER 4.0 display tech may appeal to those seeking something different from options like the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ or the more expensive Apple iPad (A16).

For those wanting a versatile device that can function as both a sophisticated tablet and an e-reader, consider the TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G.

Also available at Verizon for $239.99, this larger model utilizes an older version of the NXTPAPER technology.

If you prefer a compact tablet for reading, streaming, and occasional work, this could be a suitable option.

While its MediaTek processor and 4GB of RAM may not offer top performance, it supports 5G speeds and should provide satisfactory overall performance at its price point.

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