Review on HAOVM 10.1 Inch Android 10.0 Tablet: P20 MediaPad, FHD Display, Octa-Core Processor, Dual Camera, 3GB RAM, 64GB Storage, 5G WiFi - Silver by Michael Duman

I'm comparing it to another 10 inch Android tablet I own, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2016 model). This tablet costs around $200, which is significantly more expensive than HAOVM. First off, what the heck is HAOVM? Surely they would have come up with a pronounceable name for this product. It adds to the Chinese spirit of it all and if that bothers you, this product will not alleviate any of those issues. That being said, budget tablets have come a HUGE way in the past few years. While it doesn't feel like Samsung quality, it's not that far off. What I mean? Well, the screen doesn't feel as smooth as the Samsung. Samsung has an oleophobic coating that makes for a very smooth swipe. HAOVM isn't a fingerprint magnet, but fingertips don't slide over it with as little friction. The screen also doesn't get as bright (or darkens, and the brightness adjustment isn't as smooth) and has a slightly more bluish cast (which can be toned down with Android's built-in blue light tool). The overall brightness is sufficient for outdoor use, but not outstanding. Still, the resolution is decent and the pixels/pips aren't visible at normal viewing distance (I'm all for it). Comic books on the Kindle are bright and clear. There are also no accessories specifically designed for this tablet. Luckily this is a very common size so there are many universal cases that will fit it. However, this means you won't find one that activates the "close until off" feature. In terms of performance, everything is very good! Apps open and close quickly and scrolling through a webpage is okay. Games run well on the tablet, including Minecraft, Angry Birds, and Hidden Folks. The Kindle app works well and pages turn smoothly. The only difference I'd like to point out is the boot time, which is a bit longer than Samsung's. The Android version is 9.0 and the latest security patch is November 5, 2019. I've finally reached the point where Android updates are returning an error message. . Sooo, that's not very inspiring. Overall build is pretty good. We have a nice, clicky USB-C port, an SD card slot (no door, and the English instructions seem to indicate it goes up to 128GB), and two speaker ports on the bottom long edge of the tablet. The speakers are tinny and lack bass, but are loud enough and good for gaming or YouTube videos. The metal body is smooth with no obvious flaws. The 13-megapixel camera is predictably terrible, and any modern smartphone will wipe the floor with it. But you're not the one taking photos with a tablet, are you? Of course not. The front camera is ideal for voice calls. Battery life is mediocre, another area where Samsung definitely wins. An hour of use in various tasks can drain the battery by about 20%. This corresponds to around 5 hours of operating time. HAOVM also drains the battery faster than Samsung in standby mode and I think you expect 2-3 days max. But it charges fast enough that while it's not a street warrior, it's perfect for use around the house. CONCLUSION I know that I have received a lot of praise and criticism for this device. But for all that, it's a really good deal and offers a very reasonable Android tablet experience for the price. In my opinion, should you spend more for the improvements that the Samsung Tab A offers? Personally, my answer is yes. I think a smoother, brighter screen, reliable updates, and better battery life are double the money. But not everyone has twice as much money, right? So I think it's a cheaper option that will serve the user well if it meets their expectations.