Customer Ratings & Reviews

I purchased this a little over a month ago and unfortunately it keeps glitching to the point where I have to restart it several times. It also won't allow for the pixel software to update, it always fails to install.

I purchased an open box Pixel tablet on sale. Once I received it, I tried to set it up and it turned out that the tablet was still linked to the previous owner or stolen who knows, basically I got a paperweight tablet. I contacted support, they wouldn't let me return it without visiting a Geek Squad place inside of their stores. Im from a small town, 50 min drive! Anyways I went in there hoping I would get an exchange but they basically told me since the price went back to regular price, the only thing they could do for me was a refund. I lost the opportunity to get it at the discounted price. What a big disappointment. Last time I will purchase an open box item from Best Buy!

Well-made and brimming with bleeding-edge features This is unquestionably the best tablet I've had. Google has lately been treating the Pixel line as an experimental sandbox for beta features other versions of Android don't have yet, and positioning it as a "flagship" in technical specs. I'm *absolutely* here for both. Form factor: This model doesn't feel as large as it actually is, which is a blessing: I personally don't really like tablets as large as a standard sheet of paper. The bezel is unobtrusive, and the frame feels sturdy while still comfy with a soft finish. Hardware buttons feel crisp, substantial, and responsive. It's a bit thicker than I expected (presumably as a consequence of the relatively higher technical specs than entry-level/lightweight tablets that are often little more than glorified 720p e-readers with Chromium-kernel web browsers installed), but I don't really notice it in use. It's also fairly light for its size, and I had no problems holding it up for long periods laying on my back in bed. Build quality: Most Android tablets in my experience are *very* NOT-durable even with only *extremely* gentle use, as I had 2 fail within a year. I'm cautiously optimistic this Pixel will best those poor experiences, but it definitely remains to be seen how long this one will last. I won't be able to update my review in the future, but I strongly encourage readers to seek out further information on this point. Video: I'm not sensitive to image/video quality (I still have an SD CRT TV from 2002), so all of my complaints about that have to do with the source or my internet being terrible (e.g. an awful 1980-something magnetic tape transfer, 3-4 Mp digital cameras ca. 2004). Google claims this screen displays 4K video from YouTube in particular; I don't doubt their claims, but I honestly can't tell the difference between that and "ordinary" HD resolution. All the streaming video I've checked out across a variety of services (YouTube; Netflix; Paramount+; Crunchyroll; misc. web streams) looks perfectly fine to my undiscerning eye. Games designed for smaller resolution look perfectly fine to me even when scaled-up. I *can* tell that it renders fine text crisply and nicely, which is *extremely* noticeable and helpful when attempting to read Japanese kanji at the tablet's equivalent of 10pt font. So major points for that. Audio: I *am* somewhat sensitive to *audio* quality, but that's more to do with your Bluetooth peripherals (note that this device does not feature an AUX port) and audio source. I've found YouTube Music to stream at adequate quality for my needs on my phone with a mid-range pair of Bluetooth earbuds and a waterproof JBL speaker I use in the bathroom. I was a bit disappointed with the audio quality from YouTube Music on this Pixel with a cheaper pair of Anker earbuds, but that's probably just those headphones' inferior quality. I guess I should probably just invest in a set of Pixel earbuds to ensure full compatibility (and use the built-in software features unique to Pixel devices) and get the most out of this device's audio. The hardware speakers are a pleasant surprise in audio quality, but who primarily uses those with mobile devices? Unique features: Every Android device has its own "gimmicks" to set it apart from its direct competition. The power button also houses a fingerprint reader, comparable to the Samsung Galaxy and Apple systems. The tablet setup process strongly encourages users to train at least 2 fingers (1 / hand) on this system, depending on how you hold the device. Personally, I've never had even the *remotest* success with consumer fingerprint ID tech from ca. 2006 corporate laptop security setups to current-gen phones; none of my devices ever succeed in recognizing my fingerprints more than 1 out of 4 "sessions" × however many attempts (and really more like 1 out of 20). This Pixel is no different; it's only successfully recognized either of the 2 index fingers I programmed a grand total of 2× in however many *dozens* of times I've attempted it as of this writing. Your mileage may vary, but this entire field of consumer tech will never be anything more than just a gimmick to me. There's apparently a hardware connector on the back that allows it to connect to a dock. Kinda neat in theory, I guess? But seems a bit silly unless you're a business using it as a point-of-sale or otherwise have some use-case for a stable podium. Google's product literature mentions that it acts as a speaker, but this seems like a really weird home audio setup to me: halfway between the convenience of phone Bluetooth connectivity and the high-fidelity of premium speakers, yet somehow with neither. Some of the bleeding-edge Android features - Quick Share across other "nearby" Android devices, Google Photos' new advanced editing tools, split screen with drag-and-drop - are really nice. Quick Share (like an Android version of Apple's AirDrop) is a super convenient, straightforward way to send something to, e.g., a partner's device without an intermediate client that could complicate sending or potentially mangle the file. The Magic Eraser and Unblur photo tools are as *extremely* powerful as Google's TV ads makes them seem. Advanced split screen is available on other recent Android devices, but it feels significantly more user-friendly on this larger screen than on my ~6 month old Samsung Galaxy phone. Some of these features, though (e.g., listen to music/videos on the tablet, with phone audio taking over when a call comes in), depend upon Pixel phones and the Buds I mentioned earlier, and are thus useless if you have a different type of phone. Quite a few are outside my wheelhouse (apparently, there are actually people out there who conduct and manage business meetings and *entire workdays* on/from their tablets??) and aren't particularly useful to me. I don't have kids, so Kids Space is irrelevant. I'm the sole user of this tablet as my partner has her own, but Profiles seems like a potentially useful way to share one within a household. Google [smart] Home features sound cool, but I'm far too aware of IoT's security pitfalls to ever utilize it. Video casting would be nice if I had a TV capable of supporting it. I'm also puzzled that my Samsung Galaxy phone has UI features (customize 3-button interface and size of home screen app grid, dedicated "all apps" button on the taskbar, Settings menu/app and a wide variety of common settings in the notification tray) that this ostensibly more advanced device does not? Performance: Tech specs are more than adequate for my "routine" usage patterns. I don't play many newer "hardcore" graphics-/resource-intensive games, let alone on devices other than my gaming PC - partly because of concerns about hardware capabilities and control input (if I have to work around these issues with a tablet, I'd rather just use my PC) - but my taste in games is also such that most of what I would want to play isn't available for Android in the first place. But this Pixel handled some larger relatively mild 3D games (like Super Mario Run) just fine. I had some OS difficulties with older game apps that haven't been updated for new Android versions in years, but that's on the app developers. Storage capacity is exactly as-advertised; it's more than adequate for "average" users, and should have more than enough space for *gobs* of offline content for long trips off of wireless internet connectivity. Battery: I don't use my tablets as "hard" as a phone (most of my use is in the form of reading/browsing the web/scrolling social media while listening to music, streaming an episode or 2 of a show, or casual gaming) so I usually try to keep them in that 60-80% "sweet spot" for long-term device health. This Pixel came out of the box with a ballpark 40-50% charge; all the set-up, app installs, required OS updates, and setting up user accounts only brought it down to ~37%. Plugging it in from there on a most definitely *not* fast-charger (1.2 A/10-15W USB 2.0 wall adapter with Best Buy store brand USB-C cable), it charged to about 96% over ~3 hrs. Over the course of *5 FULL DAYS* of further use - setting up and testing a variety of 3rd party apps and games, listening to music, reading, web browsing, streaming video, casual gaming, and leaving it on all day and all night - it still hadn't fallen back to that 37% when I charged it that 1st day. I personally find this *incredibly impressive* by modern standards given phones that absolutely *must* be charged fully every 24 hrs; the idea that any device these days can get by being charged once every ~3-5 days is *mind-blowing* to me. In the best way. Yes, I'm not playing games or watching video for hours on it every day, but HOLY CATS is this battery awesome for my needs. *Major* kudos. Bottom line: If you're in the market for a "full-size" Android tablet (as opposed to something explicitly compact like a 7"), I would be very hard pressed to recommend any other. All of my 2 or 3 "complaints" are exceedingly minor and petty in the grand scheme of things, and, frankly, likely apply equally to a pretty broad swath of other Android tablets on the market today. This one feels excellent, has the technical specs to rival even fairly decent laptop PCs, has some nice usability features, has a battery that puts literally every other device I've ever used to shame, and is genuinely a delight to use.

This Google Pixel tablet comes in at 11 inches for screen viewing while having crisp screen resolution in Full HD (2560x1600). The model tested was the 128GB model, in Hazel; the next model up is the 256GB model and the secondary color offering is porcelain. Please note the third color option, Rose is only available if you were to order the Google Tablet with Charging Speaker Dock. If you’re a fan of the Google product line, this tablet pairs very easily with the various accessories available from Google. Built-in Chromecast enables you to cast music and videos from your mobile devices to your tablet quickly and to any device supporting cast with ease. Very Smart Home friendly and easy to connect various devices throughout your smart home. Supports multiple-user profiling to eliminate profile customization cross-over when someone else picks up your device for use. The anti-reflective coating could be better as there is a little bit of a glare issue in certain lighting. Overall sound is good, and immersive when playing games. Desktop. Tries to act as 2 devices in one as a tablet and possible desktop device replacement using the additional dock accessory. You can connect a Bluetooth keyboard, mouse, and even a stylus for note taking. There’s also Google Board’s (G-Board) hand-writing mode you can use your “hand” or stylus to write with. Charging/Adaptive Battery. Rated for 12-hours of video playback, roughly getting almost 9-hours at an almost fully charged battery. Charging is done in a similar manner to mobile phones via a USB-C port. Found on the left edge when viewing the tablet. The smart adaptive battery keeps the battery healthy by charging only to 90%, this eliminates any overcharging as we have begun seeing in most Android driven devices. Tensor G2 Processor. Designed around latest Artificial Intelligence for better dictation, providing excellent speech recognition. Very responsive when looking asking for apps to be opened, responses to questions, and setting appointments or reminders. Playing graphic driven heavy games on the tablet run surprisingly smooth, this include a highly popular game where you build with blocks in a virtual world. Overall the Tensor G2 provides fast and smooth streaming, increased quality of video calls, dictation, and multitasking via split screen. It has been designed to improve performance while increasing battery life efficiency during use and uses the Titan T2 security chip that is used in the Google Pixel phone line. Power Button with Fingerprint Unlock. Easy to setup and works very fast when setup via the power button that has the built-in fingerprint sensor. Easily found by a highlight on the screen edge when the tablets detects you’re looking for it. Artificial Intelligence. Aides in photo editing to choose your best look and can edit images saved in Google Photos from other devices. Video audio can be cleanup when taken in a loud environment to remove certain background noise or wind. Search for anything by screen capture, photo, voice, and even circling what it you’re looking for in any screenshot or photo. Supports “Live Translate”, enabling you to ask questions when travelling to locations where you’re not familiar with the surrounding language via photo, voice to conversion. Overall, very happy with the way Google has been working towards becoming your in-home go to device, while complimenting all your connected home devices. This ties to the AI interface and its various capabilities available for use. This review was built in Google Docs, edited, and posted using this Pixel Tablet with ease.

Cannot cast to monitors with USB C cable to HDMI converter

Google is discontinuing the product really not worth it to us

It is for a kid, not for an adult. I purchase a Samsung tablet instead above.

Trash.... Didn't have it for a week before it was acting like it was possessed. Buttons would push by themselves and it would just jump from page to page. Bought it used but I didn't know that I bought it broken.

While I have had a handful of tablets over the years, I haven't had one in quite a while. I've been researching lately because sometimes I wish I had a larger screen for watching videos, but I do not necessarily want to use a laptop. I've been watching prices on competing products, but ultimately decided to get this Pixel Tablet. I have had every Pixel phone since they launched, as well as every Nexus phone before that. It was a seamless process to set up this tablet, as it is essentially the same as my Pixel phones. The screen is bright and plenty big at 11 inches. While it has the Pixel 7's Tensor G2 processor, it is still snappy and streams all of my video apps without issue. I do not mind the 60hz screen, as I only use it for content consumption and not daily use like my phone. Battery life has been great, and I have easily gotten most of a day out of it streaming videos and casually browsing social media. I would say this the best bang for your buck when it comes to android tablets, especially with the recent price drop after no longer being bundled with the charging dock. Plus, there are multiple cases and folio cases available for this tablet, so it is easy to set up for your personal needs.

Purchased as open box item. Has issues with touch screen from the start. Even though tablet condition was excellent condition it might have internal issue when first returned. Other than that it would have been a great buy if it had no issues.

I wasn't sure what to expect from the Google Pixel 11" tablet. I've used regular tablets in the past but have preferred using a laptop 2 in 1 for a few years now. But, I wanted something for my desk that was bigger than my phone but smaller and more portable than my laptop. So far, this seems to be fitting the bill. It was incredibly easy to set up. It just transferred everything from my Android phone to the tablet, including my WIFI passwords for the various networks I use. Now it is quite easy to use it either at home, the office or my hotspot without having to constantly change the network. You can either use a pin or fingerprint for locking the tablet. The pin was quite easy. I did have a bit of trouble with the fingerprint timing out until I learned what I was doing wrong - I was leaving my finger on the sensor too long instead of moving it. It is easy to know when you are properly on the sensor as the fingerprint and the circle showing how far you've gotten is in blue, it turns red if you aren't properly covering the sensor. Once I figured it out, that part went very quickly. You can input your fingerprint up to 5 times which makes it easier to unlock the tablet without having to worry about whether you have your finger exactly right. You can add up to 8 profiles on it so it makes for great tablet to share between the kids particularly as it does have parental controls. There are a lot of widgets available for your home screen though I do have to say their choice of clock faces leaves a lot to be desired but that's just subjective as none of them fit my aesthetic. I do appreciate that you can add other places to your time and weather. With a child away in another country at the minute, I like having both their time and weather easily available so I'm not trying to message them when they are probably partying, er, sleeping. A swipe down gives you access to more settings. Basically, it is a nice combination of my phone and laptop. Some great features are the Google Meet app, using Google Assistant to type and send emails and messages, split screen so you can view two things at once, good video quality, the ability to edit photos just like on the laptop, control of smart home devices, "casting" something from the tablet to another device on the same network, such as a video onto a smart TV, and a screen saver that can be used as a photo album as it rotates through the photos you'd like to see. Google Assistant is proving to be a godsend. A big reason for getting the tablet was to be able to keep a to-do list open and available. As I've gotten older, my memory isn't what it used to be so I need to write things down. It's not always convenient to do that. Now, all I have to do is ask Google to add something to my to-do list and I can continue what I'm doing while still making sure I don't forget anything. Of course there is the usual assistance you can get asking questions but this gives new meaning to Assistant. It truly is hands-free help. There appears to be so much this tablet can do and I know I've only just scratched the surface. It is easily charged with a charging hub or a USB-C cable and it appears to hold a charge quite a long time. I charged it overnight then did not have any worry about battery life until it was once again time to charge it overnight. So far, I love it and it is proving to be a very useful and practical addition to my daily routine.

Introduction: Since I own and have enjoyed last year's Pixel tablet, I decided to get my wife the new one. Here's my take on the new Pixel tablet. Key Differences: I comparison to last year's model, the biggest noticeable change is that you can now purchase just the tablet without the speaker dock, which is nice to have options. Visually and functionally, there seems to be no difference. However, I did observe that the screen gets slightly brighter at full brightness, a subtle yet appreciated improvement. Speaker/Charging Dock: Where the Pixel tablet shines though is with its optional speaker/charging dock. While you can now purchase it separately, I highly recommend getting it. It adds an extra layer of functionality and elevates the overall experience. Build Quality: As with last year's model, the tablet feels sturdy and well-made in hand, with a matte back finish that adds a touch of elegance. Google's hardware has really become much better over the last few years. Upgrade Consideration: For those who already own last year's model, there's little incentive to upgrade. The differences aren't significant enough to justify the switch. Tablet Performance: On its own, the tablet is undeniably impressive. It boasts solid performance and a sleek design, making it a reliable companion for daily tasks, gaming, and media consumption, with almost 12 hours of video viewing time. However, it doesn't particularly stand out among other Android tablets in terms of features. Pure Android Experience: As expected from the Pixel line, the tablet offers a pure Android experience. If you're a fan of the clean interface and seamless integration found on Pixel phones, you'll appreciate the continuity on this device. Unique Selling Points: I won't delve into comparisons with the iPad, as I haven't had hands-on experience with it (and that's really more of an Android vs. Apple ecosystem debate), what truly sets this tablet apart from other Android tablets is its pure Android experience and the option for the speaker dock. These factors, combined with its solid performance, make it a compelling choice for Android enthusiasts. Potential Improvements: However, while the Pixel tablet excels in many areas, there's always room for improvement. I personally hope to see a stylus released soon, as it would enhance its versatility. While it does use the USI 2.0 standard, therefore there are several good quality 3rd party stylus available, they aren't cheap. So including a stylus at the same price point would make it a really good deal. Additionally, a keyboard folio case would be a welcome addition for those looking to maximize productivity on the go. In conclusion, the new Pixel tablet offers a familiar yet refined experience for fans of the Pixel line. While it may not revolutionize the tablet market, its pure Android experience and optional speaker dock make it a solid choice for those seeking reliability and functionality. If you're in the market for a tablet or smart hub device, I highly recommend buying this along with the speaker dock and you'll have the best of both worlds.

This tablet us extremely underrated. I love having a tablet with a full charge just on standby. It has a battery saver mode which protects the tablet battery from overcharging once it hits 85% That brilliant. Sound quality is great. This is my best friend in the mornings. Everything is there, the news, morning cartoons, you name it. Thanks Google for this. Please keep the updates coming.

First, let me note that this is my first Google Pixel Tablet. Since I haven’t had any previous versions of this device, I have nothing to compare against. Included with the Pixel Tablet was a USB-C to USB-C cable, and a very large instruction/setup manual. You know how nowadays paper manuals e included with your purchases are painfully small. They’re so small, in fact, that you need a magnifying glass or an atomic microscope to read the small print. Well, the instruction/setup manual that comes with this tablet is enormous. It is 17 inches by 11 inches and consists of 30+ pages of instructions/pictures. I laughed myself silly when I saw it because it is such a departure from what I normally see. I give Google a very big “Nicely done, Google” shout out for the manual alone. As a long-time Android user, I had few issues, if any, going through the setup process to for this tablet. They made it so easy. It is even easier if you have an existing Android device to copy from. I have a Samsung S24U phone, so I plugged one end of the included USB-C cable into my phone and the other end into the USB-C port on the tablet. The setup process located the apps installed on the phone, then installed those apps on the tablet. It was a very transparent process. I didn’t count the number of apps that were transferred to the Tablet, but I did find afterwards that a handful of apps, including an important banking app (from a major bank), didn’t transfer. I wasn’t concerned when I realized this because I figured it would be easily remedied by going to Google Play and manually installing them. Except, I couldn’t locate them on Google Play. I did some online research and found some support calls to Google for that same banking app. Then as in now, apparently the banking app is not compatible with the Pixel Tablet. I don’t know what the problems are with the banking app (and others), but at least I was able to resolve the banking app by using the Chrome browser. Clearly this won’t work for all apps if the supplier of the Android app doesn’t have a comparably featured browser app. If the vendor does have a comparable browser version, then do this: • Use Chrome to connect to the app’s web page • On the right side of the screen is the 3-dot menu. Select the menu • Scroll down and select “Add to the Home Screen.” In selecting this option, it’ll give you a chance to edit the web site name. For example, if the real web page name is “This is the best shopping site”, you could rename it to be Shopping Site”, if you wanted. • Doing this will place a Chrome link on your phone or tablet using the name you assigned. These Chrome links can even be moved inside of folders. A notation in the manual talks about the setup process performing an OS upgrade to version TQ3A.230605.009.A1. While an OS upgrade did take place, I couldn’t confirm that it brought the tablet up to the desired version as they recommended. The setup process also gives you the opportunity to add up to five (5) fingerprints and a numeric Pin. After the setup process was completed, everything was configured and ready to go. I did have to configure my 3rd-party password manager, but since the app was automatically transferred to the tablet all I had to do was enter the 3rd-party app’s credentials. Ignoring the app issue, I really do like this tablet. The screen is very responsive, and the power button/fingerprint scanner has thus far worked perfectly. I was momentarily disappointed to find out that the speaker/dock did not come included with the tablet, but I’ve concluded that I don’t really need it. From a touchy-feely perspective, the tablet feels good in my hands. I do wish that the Power Button and Volume controls were located on the sides instead. The location of the USB-C slot works perfectly fine for me. I have ordered a Google Pixel Tablet case as I’m concerned that even a short drop might result in damage. The manual does provide instructions on how to perform certain tasks, like running two apps on the screen at the same time. This is one feature I use all the time. And the manual gives a brief tutorial on how to group your browser tabs together and other nice to know features. In summary: • I like the screen’s clarity (aside from it being a fingerprint magnet) • I like the manual that comes with the tablet • I like the tablet’s performance • I mostly like its size (it can be a bit clumsy to hold) • I like the initial setup process • I like how easily it fits into the android ecosystem • I find the built-in speakers to be more than adequate for my needs • I like its battery life • I don’t prefer the location of the power button and volume controls This tablet has been a nice addition to the household. Since receiving it, I’ve been bouncing back and forth on how to properly rate it. It might have been a 5-star product for me if it had come with a dock since I’m betting that the dock’s speakers are a big improvement over the tablet’s built-in speakers. But I don’t know that for sure. So, I’m going to give it a 4-star review.

The Google Pixel Tablet 11" for 2024 is the same Google Pixel Tablet that came with the speaker dock late last year. Google has now separated the two and started selling the tablet by itself. Can it stand on its own after losing arguably its best feature? Let's find out: The Google Pixel Tablet 11" comes in 3 distinct colors. Porcelain White, Hazel and Rose Pink. Made of high-quality aluminum that features an anodized coating on the back of the tablet to provide a better holding surface and almost eliminates fingerprints. This is a nice touch indeed. The tablet does feel great to hold in your hands and provides a good gripping surface as well. Internally the Google Pixel Tablet is rocking Google's own Tensor G2 SOC chip for increased security as well as better battery performance. This is the same chip inside the latest Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro mobile phones. The tablet display provides good color accuracy and can reach up to 500 nits depending on what content you are viewing. The resolution is 2560 x 1600 for sharp images. Overall, the display gets the job done nicely. The tablet is also equipped with either 128GB or 256GB of storage and 8GB of LPDDR5 ram for all your media consumption needs. The Tablet features 4 surround sound speakers, fast charging and pretty good battery life. The main drawback is the lack of deep bass coming from the onboard speakers. If there had been Dolby Atmos included in the software, it might have made the speakers sound better overall. Inside the box you will find the Google Pixel Tablet, USB-C charging cable and instruction pamphlet. Powering on the tablet for the first time, you are greeted with the Googler Setup screen. Setup is a breeze and does walk you through each step nicely. You can also protect your account with either a security pin or using your fingerprint with the built-in sensor in the power button. Overall, the Google Pixel Tablet is a medium range Android Tablet that will hit the mark for a lot of average users looking for a decent 11inch Android Tablet however without the speaker dock, this tablet falls short on its appeal. If you are in the market for a decent android tablet to watch movies, play light games on or listen to your favorite music, the Google Pixel Tablet might just be the one you are after. With its $399 price tag, this tablet has very stiff competition to go up against.

Our family enjoys the use of multiple PCs, laptops, & smartphones, but we’ve been missing a key tool to fill a much-needed gap among the array of devices we utilize daily. Enter the Pixel Tablet, which has the potential to be a good fit to bridge that gap. Over the last 5 days, we’ve discovered how useful it is to have a free-floating tablet in the downstairs kitchen & family room as an added convenience for multiple users. Out-of-the-Box: This sleek, smooth, minimalist tablet is so light that I’m tempted to use an anthropomorphic term & call it “svelte.” In fact, I like the physical feel of this tablet so much that I wanted to know more about what materials were used in its manufacture. When I read the specs & learned that it was built with a strong, durable aluminum frame but finished with an “AED/nano-ceramic coating,” I was compelled to drill down a little further to find out what that really means. I learned that “AED” stands for “Anodic Electrodeposition.” Technically, an anodic coating material utilizes anodizing to provide increased thickness, color, & corrosion protection to aluminum or any type of substrate. All I know is that this tablet weighs in at a mere 17½ oz., or about 1 lb. It’s light as a feather & yet it still feels elegant & well-made when I hold it in my hands. In fact, it’s only 6 oz. heavier than my large screen Android smartphone in its protective case. Color: I like the “Hazel” color w/its black bezel vs. the other 2 color options of Porcelain & Rose which both include a white bezel. In a perfect world, my preference would be for a 4th color in black. Both at home & at work, we’ve always chosen classic/basic business black for all our electronic devices when given the option. Setup: Although I gave it a quick charge, the Pixel arrived almost fully charged. There’s a recessed power button on the top right frame of the tablet. Also included is a fingerprint sensor for authentication which will allow you to create up to 8 profiles for family/extended family. With the pre-charge, I was able to log in with my Google account & get started with setting up the device without delay. The tablet comes preloaded with all the basic Google Apps we need. I went ahead & updated the Apps, & it was ready to go in about 10 mins. So, right out of the box, this tablet proved itself easy to use with a quick & simple setup. Of course, you must have a Google account. If not, then you’ll need to create one, which is easy enough & only takes a few mins. Happily, the startup screen guided me through all the setup options as a new user. If you’re already an Android or Pixel user, then this process will feel familiar & comfortable. It’s pretty much paint-by-number, which builds your confidence from the get-go. As mentioned earlier, this tablet allows for up to 8 users. Each person can have his own profile settings. There are parental controls including a ‘Kids Space’ profile that you can create to ensure age-appropriate content for the youngsters. You can manage their apps & limit screen time, etc. Little Niceties: As part of the minimalist look, the recessed power button & toggle volume tab are a nice touch. The 2 rubber grip pads on the bottom of the frame (in landscape mode) are another small, but thoughtful & helpful feature. When I’m working in the kitchen, I usually prop up my smartphone against a nearby object or fixture while listening to a podcast through a pair of Bluetooth-connected earbuds. But annoyingly, my phone often slides & falls flat on our slick granite countertops. So, the convenient rubber grip pads at the bottom of the tablet allow me to easily position the tablet & lean it against any object without having to worry about it eventually falling over. Screen: This 11” screen with a 2560 x 1600 resolution provides sharp, clear images with beautiful color for movies, TV shows, & photos. Although I would’ve preferred a tablet with a Super AMOLED/OLED display & a 120Hz refresh rate vs. this model’s slower, dated 60Hz screen, I’m trying to make allowances for Google’s reentry into the Android tablet space. But at this price point for a mid-range tablet, Google will need to level up their hardware & software if they hope to compete in this space going forward. The next iteration of this model line will reveal a lot about whether Google plans to make a serious run at the tablet market. Speakers: The 4 speakers sound surprisingly good in the higher frequencies when I listen to Johan Johansson’s “Arrival of the Birds,” performed by the Cinematic Orchestra. But there’s strikingly little bass, which I’m guessing would be corrected/rebalanced if I were to pair the tablet with its speaker dock. Nevertheless, with the ability to pair the tablet with multiple listening devices, we’ve enjoyed listening to music & podcasts with our Bluetooth-connected earbuds. I do feel that the quad speaker array could be improved/repositioned so that our standard hand placement while holding the tablet doesn’t cover up or muffle the speaker output. Apps: The tablet comes pre-loaded with about 60 apps, but you can always download more apps from the Google Play Store. Although I like the ability to view Android smartphone apps that are optimized for the larger screen of the Pixel Tablet, & I enjoy the efficiencies inherit in the Pixel’s adjustable split screen capabilities, there are still far too many popular 3rd-party apps that aren’t optimized for the Pixel Tablet display. Although I’m an Android guy, I can see how & why the fanboys loyal to the other half of the duopoly (in the U.S.’s current portable digital divide) continue to advocate so vehemently for their chosen platform/ecosystem. Summary: For the Google/Android/Pixel user, this device checks a lot of boxes as a multi-use tablet. With the ability to share content w/nearby phones & apps, copy-&-paste content across our own devices, automatically switch which device our Pixel Buds are connected to (from tablet to incoming phone calls & back again), cast content from our tablet to our TV, get hands-free help with Google Assistant, control all our connected compatible smart home devices with just 1 app, play games, utilize Google Meet for HD video calls, watch videos, take & edit photos, view 2 webpages at once w/split screen, utilize voice recognition software to type, edit, & send messages, etc.--to say that this tablet is a powerful, versatile, little lightweight laptop-substitute is an understatement. But on the downside, the slower G2 processor, the number of still un-optimized apps adaptable to the larger tablet display, the latency of a slower 60Hz refresh rate, the rather average screen, speakers, & cameras, the lack of a microSD card slot for more storage, the limited battery life when streaming HD video & playing graphic-intensive video games, & the lack of a stylus pen, etc., all combine to take off 2 stars. There are just too many other great tablets out there with better hardware at the same or lower price pt. for this tablet to be a serious contender. Perhaps later this summer, we’ll buy the Charger Speaker Dock to try & gain a better perspective of this tablet’s full potential as a 2-in-1 device with smart home hub capabilities.

Great tablet. Great price. Easy set up - glad I ordered

So far it's been good. Was hoping for the same editing features as Google pixel phones but I don't think it has as much.

Pretty much just an average and slightly overpriced tablet. It's good for web surfing and the speakers are pretty good. However, the greatest shortfall is really going to be in the fact that there's no NFC for wallet verification of credit cards and the camera is absolutely horrible. I'm really surprised at the camera quality on a Google pixel device. At 8 megapixels. It can't zoom in it can't zoom out. Everything is very unclear and quite blurry. Because it has a fixed focus, you're not going to get very good quality photos out of this. It's for this reason alone. I really truly believe that it's just not worth the money. Not when you can get a Samsung Galaxy tab with better battery and hardware specifications for exactly the same price.

Wife needed an update! so I got her a tablet for Christmas.