The HUAWEI MatePad Air is a serious tablet with a fun soul (and still no Google)
This tablet is awesome, but is it good enough for you to ignore the lack of Google services?
The HUAWEI MatePad Air is a premium tablet that offers a mix of high-quality features and a fun design. It starts at €849 (~$970) and features an aluminum frame, a 12-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2,800 × 1,840 at 275 PPI, and a 144Hz refresh rate. The device is thin at 5.3mm and weighs just 509g, making it portable and easy to carry around.
However, the HUAWEI MatePad Air has some limitations due to the HUAWEI ban in the US, which means it does not have official support for Google apps and services. This can make the experience confusing for some users, especially those who are used to other Android devices or Apple tablets. The tablet can only access Google apps via a third-party app called GBox, which can be buggy and limited in its functionality.
The HUAWEI MatePad Air runs Android, but without Google's official support, users may experience issues with Google apps like Play Store, Wallet, Chrome, and Gemini. Nonetheless, the tablet's display is impressive, with optimal color reproduction, deep blacks, and a 144Hz refresh rate that provides smooth motion. The screen also features a PaperMatte finish that reduces glare and reflections, making it more comfortable to use.
Overall, the HUAWEI MatePad Air is a high-end tablet that offers a balanced size and excellent display quality, but its lack of official Google support may be a deal-breaker for some users.
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