AMAZON'S NEW TABLET IS A CREDIBLE IPAD RIVAL FOR MUCH LESS MONEY

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The Alexa Tablet lineup offers a more open approach to software than Amazon's previous Fire brand that lets consumers use the devices like any other Android tablet. Users can download apps from the Google Play Store and access popular services like Gmail and YouTube. Amazon previously restricted access to its own app marketplace. The 12-inch Alexa Tablet Pro is well constructed and has a smooth 12-hertz display, making it competitive with Apple's iPads.