Amazon's Fire Tablet lineup occupies an important niche within the Android tablet market. They're routinely the most affordable, and their "bends but won't break" build quality makes them great for casual use, especially by kids.

Chat bubbles have long been unoptimized on tablets, but Google has finally fixed that in the Android Canary release. Here's how.

Google recently launched their Android Canary release channel to replace their traditional developer previews. Only those with Pixel smartphones and tablets are likely to get access to Google’s upcoming features on Android smartphones.

The OnePlus Pad 2 is shaping up to be a strong contender in the Android tablet space. The original OnePlus Pad made waves, and its successor looks to improve on that success. It’s a solid choice if you’re looking for a tablet that balances performance and price.

Three years after LG made TV-esque devices on wheels a talking point, more brands are trying to roll into the market. That includes LG’s best TV frenemy, Samsung, which has been using the form factor in limited geographies to drive sales of “smart monitors."

Hot off the heels of the OnePlus Pad 3 – one of the best Android tablets you can buy – there's a new tablet from OnePlus for those who can't quite stretch to the iPad Pro competitor. The OnePlus Pad Lite comes in at £199 (€229) making it cheaper than any iPad and cheaper than many Samsung Tabs too.

What you need to know: The Galaxy Tab A9+ is one of the most popular Android tablets for college students. It’s a hybrid between a laptop and tablet while being ultrathin. What you’ll love: It features a bright 11-inch screen, impressive speaker quality and top-level battery life. It weighs only 1.32 pounds.