Amazon announced three new generation models of 10.1 inch tablet "Fire HD 10" "Fire HD 10 Plus" "Fire HD 10 kids model". The capacity is 32GB / 64GB for Fire HD 10 / Fire HD 10 Plus and 32GB for Fire HD 10 kids model (Click here for Amazon's Fire tablet page).
The new generation model "Fire HD 10" will start accepting reservations from 22:00 on April 27th, and the price is 15,980 yen for the 32GB model of Fire HD 10 (tax included, the same applies below) and 19,980 yen for the 64GB model. The 32GB model of Fire HD 10 Plus is 18,980 yen, and the 64GB model is 22,980 yen. The Fire HD 10 kids model costs 19,980 yen. It is scheduled to be shipped sequentially from May 26, and will be released sequentially from the end of May at home electronics mass retailers. "Fire HD 10 Kids Model" The latest model of the company's tablet equipped with a 10.1-inch full HD display. Compared to the conventional model, it is thinner and lighter, and the brightness is also improved. It is also equipped with new functions such as a "two-screen display function" aimed at improving work efficiency. Fumiya Shimizu, General Manager of Fire Tablet, Kindle, and Accessories Division of Amazon Device Business Division, said about the new generation model of Fire HD 10, "The conventional model is a popular product with high user evaluation, and more than 8,000 customer reviews. Has been posted and has received a lot of favorable comments. On the other hand, among those user's voices, improvement points such as display image quality, response speed, number of apps, etc. are mentioned, and the latest model eliminates these parts. I tried to update it as much as possible. " The new generation "Fire HD 10" has 3GB of RAM, achieving a 50% increase in memory compared to conventional models. The new 10.1-inch model's first high-end model "Fire HD 10 Plus" has been further enhanced with 4GB RAM. Although the processing speed with specific numerical values is not disclosed, it is explained that it has improved to a level that can be experienced such as the speed of starting the application. Both are equipped with a voice assistant function "Amazon Alexa" and support "Show mode". With Alexa's calling feature, you can use the same features as the Echo Show series of smart devices with screens, such as making video calls with friends and family using Alexa-equipped devices and the Alexa app just by talking. The difference between the two models is that the Fire HD 10 Plus supports the first wireless charging in the series. The Fire HD 10 Plus is sold separately, and a Made for Amazon-certified Anker wireless charging stand (5,980 yen including tax) is available. When placed sideways, the above-mentioned "Show mode" automatically activates at the same time as charging. In other words, you can smoothly switch from a tablet to a smart display like the Echo Show just by placing it on the stand. The set price with the charging stand is 22,980 yen for the 32GB model and 26,980 yen for the 64GB. High-end model "Fire HD 10 Plus" that supports wireless charging and other performance are common. Both displays support full HD resolution of 1,920 x 1,200, improving the brightness by 10% compared to the past, improving the brightness to 400 nits and the contrast ratio to 1,300 to 1. It is said that it has evolved into a brighter and easier-to-see display. External memory supports micro SD cards up to 1TB, and capacity expansion is also possible. The size of the main body is "a little diet", so it is about 7% thinner by 0.6mm and the mass is 39g lighter and about 8% lighter. A reinforced aluminosilicate glass screen has been adopted to make it easy to carry and durable. The external dimensions are 166W x 247H x 9.2Dmm in common. The aspect ratio has been changed, the height is 15mm shorter, the width is 6mm larger, and the bezel width surrounding the screen is even. The position of the front camera has also been changed, and it is placed in the center of the long side so that it will have a natural image position when used sideways, such as when using Show mode or in video conferences. In addition, the rear camera has been upgraded from the conventional 2MP to 5MP. The mass is different, Fire 10 weighs 465g and Fire 10 Plus weighs 468g. In addition, Fire HD 10 is available in three colors, black / olive / denim, and Fire 10 Plus is available in one slate color (dark gray). Equipped with Fire OS that can execute multiple tasks in parallel, and newly supports "dual screen display function". He explained that it was easier and more convenient to "use while", such as taking notes while having a video conference and interacting with friends using the message function while watching Prime Video. Supports "two-screen display function" by installing a new Fire OS that can start multiple tasks in parallel. With one app open, press the square icon at the bottom of the screen for 1 second or longer to display it in two screens. Also, when combining with the Bluetooth keyboard described later, you can display two screens by pressing the shortcut key and function. In addition to Zoom and Skype, Microsoft Teams will soon be available as a compatible video conference system. He also explained that the dual-screen display function will be considered for other tablets, although the future development is undecided. In terms of specifications, it is equipped with a 2.0GHz octa-core processor and has a built-in Dolby Atmos-compatible dual stereo speaker for audio. The front camera supports 2MP and the recording function supports 720p HD video. Wi-Fi supports dual band 802.11 a / b / g / n, and Bluetooth supports version 5.0 LE. It can be used continuously for up to 12 hours, and USB-C is used for the charging terminal. It also supports game modes. In terms of convenience, the "device dashboard" is once again appealing as a feature common to the series. It is an interface that allows you to centrally manage Alexa compatible smart home products from the screen, and by software update, the conventional model Fire 7 (9th generation) / Fire HD 8 (8th generation / 10th generation) / Fire HD 8 Plus (10th generation) ) / Fire HD 10 (9th generation) can also be used. You can access the dashboard from the home mark at the bottom left of the screen. You can manage multiple smart devices at once, pin frequently used ones, and a cover with a Bluetooth keyboard that can be used in common with Fire HD 10 / Fire HD 10 Plus is also on sale. To. The price is 5,980 yen. The feature is that the main body cover and the keyboard part can be separated, and it is a magnet type and can be easily attached. The side of the main body hits the hinge part, and the screen angle can be adjusted. Introducing a "cover with Bluetooth keyboard" that can be separated by a magnet type The tablet and keyboard are connected via Bluetooth, and the keyboard itself is equipped with a battery with a capacity of 500mAh, so it can be used without draining the battery on the tablet side. The continuous use time is about 400 hours, and it goes into sleep mode in 30 minutes. The company is appealing that by using this product, which aims to "widen the range of user usage scenes", in combination with a tablet, usability such as the "two-screen display function" mentioned above will be further improved. The mass of the cover alone is about 645g, and when combined with the main body, it is about 1.1kg. In addition to the main body that can be easily removed and the cover with a Bluetooth keyboard, the "Essential Set" that includes Microsoft 365 Personal for one year (online code version) is also available. Prices start at 24,980 yen, and you can buy them at a discount of about 9,000 yen compared to purchasing them individually. We also plan to offer the Microsoft Office app, and we plan to offer it on the Amazon Appstore for other models as well. Microsoft 365 Personal will need a subscription service contract one year later. A dedicated cover without a keyboard is also available as an "essential set" that is more profitable than purchasing four colors of olive, lavender, denim, and charcoal black. The Fire HD 10 Plus essential set also includes a set that comes with a wireless charging stand. The price starts from 31,980 yen. This is about 10,000 yen or more cheaper than a single purchase. The new generation of Fire HD 10 kids models has been upgraded to a brighter and easier-to-see screen, similar to the Fire HD 10 series mentioned above. The brightness of the display has been improved by 10% compared to the conventional model, and the contrast ratio has also been improved. The colors are sky blue, aquamarine, and lavender. Supports microSD cards with 3GB of RAM and 1TB of external memory. The rear camera will also have 5 megapixels, which will be the same specifications as the Fire HD 10 series. The attached kids cover has been redesigned and equipped with an angle-adjustable stand that can also be used as a handle. External dimensions / mass including kids cover are 209W x 269H x 27Dmm / 716g. The color is sky blue, aquamarine, and lavender. The handle of the cover is based on the concept of "safety and security" as a product for children that also functions as a stand. Even if you do, it also comes with a 2-year limited warranty that allows you to replace the main unit for free. In addition, a subscription service for children "Amazon Kids +" is included for one year, and you can enjoy thousands of contents. The content provided by "Amazon Kids +" is only the content selected by the team in charge. If you enter the age range in the profile set at the start of use, it will automatically display the content according to the target age, and it is said that there are abundant picture books and educational / educational applications. After one year, it will be charged and can be used for 980 yen per month (480 yen per month for Prime members). Another feature is that the tablet evolves with age as the child grows. In addition to expanding the content, we have created products that are intended for long-term use, such as making it possible to select a user interface with a sophisticated design for children older than 6 to 12 years old as a guide. There is. We are pleased to announce the launch of the original music app "USEN Kids". This app, which was developed with the concept of "a music app that watches over the growth of children and can be enjoyed all year round," also prepares new songs created exclusively for this app. In addition to music, we also provide content such as learning sound sources and storytelling by voice actors. Launched the original music app "USEN Kids" In addition, the kids model is equipped with a "parent dashboard" that allows parents to check the usage status of their children from their smartphones. Many parents are worried about giving their children a tablet, saying, "Isn't it going to continue to be used?" You can manage in detail, such as not being able to shift to play-type content unless you set the goal and clear it.