Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 (8″)

“Of course, one can simply use the Yoga Tablet 2 8 as a digital picture frame, but it would be a shame to employ the tablet in this manner, as it has a lot to offer. Its practical cylindrical grip and integrated kickstand are nice, ergonomical features. The tablet has good workmanship and decent sturdiness. However, if pressure is applied to the case, distortions are visible on the screen. We find it especially annoying that despite such a great design, the tablet has some serious flaws, like high power consumption, and the odd colors of the panel. In terms of practical use, the Yoga Tablet 2 8 is definitely good, but it is not the slimmest tablet available - the grip requires a lot of room.”

“Yes, it's heavier than other 8-inch tablets, but the $229 Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 makes the most of its bulbous design. The handy kickstand design let me use this slate more often and in more places, and its battery outlasts all of its competitors. I also like the powerful speakers.There are cheaper Android options with the same size screen. For example, the Asus MeMO Pad 8 offers more than 9 hours of endurance and costs $45 less with comparable performance. However, it has a lower-res 1280 x 800 display and weaker speakers. The Dell Venue 8 3000 is a great value because it gives you a full HD screen for just $199, but it doesn't last as long on a charge as the Lenovo and isn't as speedy.If you're looking for a tablet that has what it takes to get you through a day of work and play, the Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 is a very compelling and versatile choice.”

“Lenovo’s new Yoga Tablet 2 line may feature decent mid-range specs, incomparable battery life, and an intriguing design, but we can’t help but wish it were more high-end. These tablets could easily be great – but instead, they’re average. Had Lenovo bumped up the screen resolution, amped up that processor, and cleaned up the look of its Android OS, the new Yoga Tablet 2s would have had much more impact. Instead, the final impression you get is of decent, mid-range tablets that you can buy on the cheap, if you’re on a budget.Of course, there’s nothing wrong with that. In fact, you could argue that Lenovo easily wins the mid-range tablet category, though that’s mainly because most tablet makers either try to out-do Apple’s iPads or hawk the cheapest, most terrible tablets possible. Powerful mid-range tablets are a rarity, so it’s good that Lenovo’s in that position with its Yoga Tablet 2 line.Still, a Lenovo Yoga Tablet with a banging screen and zippy processor would be an amazing sight to see, wouldn’t it?”

“Lenovo's function-over-fashion approach effectively helps its models stand out (pun not intended) in a crowded room of tablets. Though people who know their way around Android will be disappointed by its stripped-down features, the Yoga 2 is one of the best budget options.”