Very cheap tablet PC - kosher or not?

[tyroneman]

Heard some folks talking about being able to order an android tablet from china for under £100.

Website is lightake.com

Anyone know if this is safe / good quality / reliable etc?

Seems to good to be true

[trileacman]

No info on here unfortunately, only one way to find out. Let us know how it goes.

[Armaghgeddon]

Let them keep it if I was you.

[tyrone exile]

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/lightake

[Lar Naparka]

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/lightake

Going by that link, LighTake seem to be a fairly reputable concern but I'd be wary all the same.
What happens if the device is faulty when it arrives or if problems arise after a while?
I'd say any sort of after-sales service is out of the question.

[DoYerJob Linesman]

Are you serious?  Going by that link I would run a mile.  The entries are quite obviously scripted in pigeon English by people who have a vested interest in the company.  Steer clear.

[Syferus]

If you're in the market for cheap Chinese tablets I'd recommend Futeko (http://www.futeko.com/browse.php?cat=tablet), they're UK based and provide a 12 month warranty themselves on the tablets they sell so you've got far better protection from fault as well as no worries about customs or duty on delivery. You'll pay a slight premium over the straight-from-the-factories prices you'll get off Chinese sellers but it's probably more than worth it in most cases. If you've got a Parcel Motel (https://www.parcelmotel.com/) near you you can get free delivery to it by using the UK delivery option as well, just set up an account on Parcel Motel before you order.

They mostly sell Ainol (yes, Ainol) android tablets, which are generally regarded as one of the best of the Chinese brands.

[maggie]

Was looking at getting the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2- any one got any advice? There is quite a steep difference in price between the 7" and the 10" one.

[NAG1]

I would advise just to first off look at the things you will be using it for, will it be skype or skygo or just browsing. As not all apps are compatible to all tablets, so identify the needs first and then work from there.

[Puckoon]

I know that times are hard, but it seems that people are still prepared to go for cheapness as opposed to value for money. You'll probably spend more in the long run than you will do by saving up a few extra quid and buying the item you really want and which really suits you best. Most likely in the knowledge that you'll not need to upgrade for X years.

And yes. The comments on that page read like they were written by the Chinese crowd that are selling the merchandise.

[Minder]

Was looking at getting the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2- any one got any advice? There is quite a steep difference in price between the 7" and the 10" one.

People would pay a lot of money for an extra 3"

[maggie]

Was looking at getting the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2- any one got any advice? There is quite a steep difference in price between the 7" and the 10" one.

People would pay a lot of money for an extra 3"

Indeed but just wondered if size really does matter in this instance.

[Puckoon]

There's no harm in cheap & cheerful, cheap & nasty is where the problems lie.

Indeed - cheap and cheerful = value for money, provided you aren't going to require/desire an upgrade - which is when it will become a waste.

[Puckoon]

True, though if I can speak from personal opinion - I'm less likely to want the gratification of an upgrade if I've bought a product I really wanted rather than settling for one I didn't but chose because it was cheaper. If you "settle" for something I think you need to be sure you are happy with the decision. Not casting a glance back at something else, or continuing to check sales and websites torturing yourself. Again I'm speaking for myself!

[snoopdog]

i have seen ads for a blackberry tablet for 149 euro i think in PC world/currys?
are they any good. I for one couldnt justify spending cash on an ipad as i wouldnt use it enough.