Pandigital Planet Android 2.2 2 GB 7-Inch Multimedia Tablet and Color eReader with Kindle, R70A200FR (Black) Rating :
Product Features
- Android 2.2
- 2GB
- 7-Inch TFT LCD Display
- Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
- 12 ounces
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Product Description
Amazon.com
Pandigital Planet--Full-Screen 7" Android Media Tablet
Planet by Pandigital is a premium multimedia tablet powered by Android, perfect for at home or on the go. Planet is sleek, lightweight and portable, allowing you to experience seamless interactivity to countless features. The Planet provides direct access to the Kindle app store with nearly one million books and over one hundred newspapers and magazines to read or lend. And, with the power of Android, browse thousands of applications with instant access to the Android Market.
The 2GB shared internal storage holds hundreds of books, periodicals, and apps. Memory is expandable to carry your full library, videos, and music files. Wi-Fi connectivity gives you easy downloads and web access. And convenient tools like a dictionary, alarm clock, calendar, and more give you practical functionality beyond the eReader. The Pandigital eReader is much more than just a good book.
Elevate the Way You Work, Study, or Play at Home or on the Go
Enjoy the full power of the Android operating system. Including optimized applications, the world wide web, and access to thousands of applications to meet your personal needs and interests, the Pandigital Planet 7" Android Multimedia Tablet boldly goes where no book has gone before.
Read: Kindle--With Nearly One Million Books
Read over 850,000 Kindle books and over 100 magazines and newspapers. Kindle for Android also includes a built in dictionary, highlighting, bookmarks, font size adjustment, and more to make reading better than ever.
Expand: GetJar--The World's Largest Free App Store
The Pandigital Planet Media Tablet allows you to easily download and install new apps for even more flexibility and enjoyment using the free GetJar app store (does not connect to Android Market). You can expand the storage as well, with a built-in microSD card reader with support for microSD flash memory cards up to 32GB.
Access thousands of applications from GetJar, the world's largest free app store, from categories including Education, Social & Messaging, Entertainment, Finance, Food, Games, Health, Search, Lifestyle, Maps, Music, News & Weather, Photos, Productivity, Religion, Shopping, Sports and Travel.
Socialize: eMail, Facebook, Twitter via InTouch
Touch-screen control makes navigation simple on the vibrant 7" color touchscreen display. Change the brightness and font size for your reading comfort.
Convenient tools are just a touch away. Not certain of a word's meaning? Use the built-in dictionary. Forget who that character was? Use the word search feature. Want to reference something quickly? Create multiple bookmarks, highlight important text, or take notes on the virtual keyboard.
Enjoy: Movies, Music, Photos, Web & More
You can do more with your Pandigital eReader than just read books. Use the Web to browse sites, check your social network, stocks, or the weather. Read and reply with your existing email accounts. Listen to your favorite music, or watch your favorite videos and movies. Organize your photos and share your virtual album with family and friends. And an alarm clock and calendar keep you on schedule. Among the other features at your fingertips are a built-in microphone, front and rear cameras, expandable storage, and with the included HDMI out, you can even share all of the fun by connecting the Pandigital Edition to your large screen display.
What's in the Box
7" Planet tablet, AC adaptor, USB cable, pre-loaded user guide, Quick Start guide.
Technical Specifications
- Display: 7" Touch Screen with ActiveTouch Technology
- Resolution: 800 x 600px
- Brightness: 220 nits
- Internal Memory: 2GB Shared
- Expandable Memory: microSD up to 32GB
- Operating System: Android
- Networking: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
- Battery: Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 3400mAh/3.7V
- Dimensions: 5.19" (w) x 7.6" (h) x 0.5" (d)
- Weight: 13.6oz
Customer Reviews
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The Pandigital Planet is available in two versions here on Amazon.com. The product offered on this page (Pandigital Planet Android 2.2 2 GB 7-Inch Multimedia Tablet and Color eReader, R70A200FR) comes pre-loaded with Amazon Kindle eReader app. The other product (Pandigital Planet 7" Android Tablet (R70A200)) is pre-loaded with B&N NOOK eReader. Other than that, the two versions are identical. Fortunately, selecting an eReader is not like you're getting married. No matter which version you get, you can easily install the competitor's eReader on it and get best of both worlds. So don't let that be a deciding factor in you purchase.The Planet is very inexpensive (especially if you can wait for sales in department stores), yet it advertises an impressive list of functions on paper: eBook reader, Android internet tablet, video camera, multimedia player, etc. But how does it perform in real life? Let's examine it in details:- As an eBook reader:The Planet claims a 7" color display, similar to the B&N NOOK Color and the Amazon Kindle Fire. However, it is important to note that the Planet's display (resolution 800x600) has an aspect ratio of 1.33 to 1, while the other two displays have wider aspect ratio of 1.7 to 1. So although they all have the same diagonal length of 7 inches, the Planet's screen is actually 10% larger in area! As an eReader, this larger area is a big advantage. On the other hand, the wider screens on Nook Color and Kindle Fire are better for viewing movies.In additional to the pre-installed eReader app, you can also install free eReaders (such as FBReader), then go to 'Project Gutenberg' site and download free eBooks to your heart's content.- Android Internet Tablet:The Planet runs Android 2.2, so the majority of apps are compatible with it. In particular, Angry Birds Rio runs smoothly and looks great. Google Android Market is NOT pre-installed on the Planet. Instead it comes with a "SlideMe" market place, which has very limited selections. You should install the Amazon AppStore right away, so that you can enjoy the "Free App of the day" deal.It is possible to use the Planet as an internet browser, but be warned that the experience is likely going to be painful (especially if you are already spoiled by iPad). It is simply too slow!- Video Camera:The Planet comes with two cameras. The front one is just 0.3MPixel (640x480) which is sufficient for video conference. The rear one is supposed to be 1.9MP (1600x1200), but the optic is very cheap, so you can only get acceptable pictures under bright daylight. Basically they are only good for games that can make use of camera (such as the Paper Camera app).- Media Player:Here the Planet did surprisingly well. There is a pre-installed 'VideoPlayer v1.73' that can replay every movie format that I have tested (AVI, MP4, MKV, etc). It even handles dual audio and subtitles without any problems. YouTube works great on the Planet, too.Other Hardware features worth mentioning:- The Planets uses a resistive touch screen with multi-touch capability. It is slower and less sensitive compared to capacitive touch screen, because you need to actually PRESS DOWN on the screen for it to register (instead of lightly tapping on it). The up-side is that it allows more precise selection when using a stylus.- You can insert an external micro-SDHC card, to add up to 32GB of storage. Just beware that the larger the storage, the longer it takes for the Planet's Gallery app to scan for multi-media contents on the card.- There is an accelerometer which can auto-rotate the screen. This feature is over-rated when you just use the Planet as an eReader, because the screen often gets rotated accidentally. But for certain games (such as Doodle Jump) it works very well.- There is a mini-HDMI port that allows you to connect the video output to HDTV in 480/720/1080p mode. I have tested this function by playing some HD movies from memory card, and it works out well on my 1080p TV.- There are four hardware menu buttons (Home, Settings, Return, and Search) on the front panel. It makes navigation among apps easier in general.Next, a long list of limitations:- The Planet has a single-core processor that is relatively slow at only 800MHz- The touch screen is sluggish and takes about 0.5 second to register a 'click'. Same goes with menu buttons.- The advertised battery life is just 6 hours (in real life it is more like 3-4 hours)... and then it takes another 6 hours to recharge.- The built-in memory of 256MB RAM is inadequate for an Internet Tablet. Especially after running the machine for a long time, I can tell that the processor has run out of memory because it takes tens of seconds just to swap between apps. In which case, I have to either manually kill some apps that are hogging memory, or shutdown and restart from fresh.- In order to get smooth playback for HD video, I have to kill off unnecessary processes such as firmware update, Weather service, Wireless, Market, etc.Bottom Line:The Pandigital Planet is a great value - if you can learn to live with its limitations. To me, just using the Planet as an eBook reader and portable media player already justified this purchase, especially since I got it for 30% off from the normal price.
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Product Description
Amazon.com
Pandigital Planet--Full-Screen 7" Android Media Tablet
Planet by Pandigital is a premium multimedia tablet powered by Android, perfect for at home or on the go. Planet is sleek, lightweight and portable, allowing you to experience seamless interactivity to countless features. The Planet provides direct access to the Kindle app store with nearly one million books and over one hundred newspapers and magazines to read or lend. And, with the power of Android, browse thousands of applications with instant access to the Android Market.
The 2GB shared internal storage holds hundreds of books, periodicals, and apps. Memory is expandable to carry your full library, videos, and music files. Wi-Fi connectivity gives you easy downloads and web access. And convenient tools like a dictionary, alarm clock, calendar, and more give you practical functionality beyond the eReader. The Pandigital eReader is much more than just a good book.
Elevate the Way You Work, Study, or Play at Home or on the Go
Enjoy the full power of the Android operating system. Including optimized applications, the world wide web, and access to thousands of applications to meet your personal needs and interests, the Pandigital Planet 7" Android Multimedia Tablet boldly goes where no book has gone before.
Read: Kindle--With Nearly One Million Books
Read over 850,000 Kindle books and over 100 magazines and newspapers. Kindle for Android also includes a built in dictionary, highlighting, bookmarks, font size adjustment, and more to make reading better than ever.
Expand: GetJar--The World's Largest Free App Store
The Pandigital Planet Media Tablet allows you to easily download and install new apps for even more flexibility and enjoyment using the free GetJar app store (does not connect to Android Market). You can expand the storage as well, with a built-in microSD card reader with support for microSD flash memory cards up to 32GB.
Access thousands of applications from GetJar, the world's largest free app store, from categories including Education, Social & Messaging, Entertainment, Finance, Food, Games, Health, Search, Lifestyle, Maps, Music, News & Weather, Photos, Productivity, Religion, Shopping, Sports and Travel.
Socialize: eMail, Facebook, Twitter via InTouch
Touch-screen control makes navigation simple on the vibrant 7" color touchscreen display. Change the brightness and font size for your reading comfort.
Convenient tools are just a touch away. Not certain of a word's meaning? Use the built-in dictionary. Forget who that character was? Use the word search feature. Want to reference something quickly? Create multiple bookmarks, highlight important text, or take notes on the virtual keyboard.
Enjoy: Movies, Music, Photos, Web & More
You can do more with your Pandigital eReader than just read books. Use the Web to browse sites, check your social network, stocks, or the weather. Read and reply with your existing email accounts. Listen to your favorite music, or watch your favorite videos and movies. Organize your photos and share your virtual album with family and friends. And an alarm clock and calendar keep you on schedule. Among the other features at your fingertips are a built-in microphone, front and rear cameras, expandable storage, and with the included HDMI out, you can even share all of the fun by connecting the Pandigital Edition to your large screen display.
What's in the Box
7" Planet tablet, AC adaptor, USB cable, pre-loaded user guide, Quick Start guide.
Technical Specifications
- Display: 7" Touch Screen with ActiveTouch Technology
- Resolution: 800 x 600px
- Brightness: 220 nits
- Internal Memory: 2GB Shared
- Expandable Memory: microSD up to 32GB
- Operating System: Android
- Networking: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
- Battery: Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 3400mAh/3.7V
- Dimensions: 5.19" (w) x 7.6" (h) x 0.5" (d)
- Weight: 13.6oz
Customer Reviews
See all 30 customer reviews
The Pandigital Planet is available in two versions here on Amazon.com. The product offered on this page (Pandigital Planet Android 2.2 2 GB 7-Inch Multimedia Tablet and Color eReader, R70A200FR) comes pre-loaded with Amazon Kindle eReader app. The other product (Pandigital Planet 7" Android Tablet (R70A200)) is pre-loaded with B&N NOOK eReader. Other than that, the two versions are identical. Fortunately, selecting an eReader is not like you're getting married. No matter which version you get, you can easily install the competitor's eReader on it and get best of both worlds. So don't let that be a deciding factor in you purchase.The Planet is very inexpensive (especially if you can wait for sales in department stores), yet it advertises an impressive list of functions on paper: eBook reader, Android internet tablet, video camera, multimedia player, etc. But how does it perform in real life? Let's examine it in details:- As an eBook reader:The Planet claims a 7" color display, similar to the B&N NOOK Color and the Amazon Kindle Fire. However, it is important to note that the Planet's display (resolution 800x600) has an aspect ratio of 1.33 to 1, while the other two displays have wider aspect ratio of 1.7 to 1. So although they all have the same diagonal length of 7 inches, the Planet's screen is actually 10% larger in area! As an eReader, this larger area is a big advantage. On the other hand, the wider screens on Nook Color and Kindle Fire are better for viewing movies.In additional to the pre-installed eReader app, you can also install free eReaders (such as FBReader), then go to 'Project Gutenberg' site and download free eBooks to your heart's content.- Android Internet Tablet:The Planet runs Android 2.2, so the majority of apps are compatible with it. In particular, Angry Birds Rio runs smoothly and looks great. Google Android Market is NOT pre-installed on the Planet. Instead it comes with a "SlideMe" market place, which has very limited selections. You should install the Amazon AppStore right away, so that you can enjoy the "Free App of the day" deal.It is possible to use the Planet as an internet browser, but be warned that the experience is likely going to be painful (especially if you are already spoiled by iPad). It is simply too slow!- Video Camera:The Planet comes with two cameras. The front one is just 0.3MPixel (640x480) which is sufficient for video conference. The rear one is supposed to be 1.9MP (1600x1200), but the optic is very cheap, so you can only get acceptable pictures under bright daylight. Basically they are only good for games that can make use of camera (such as the Paper Camera app).- Media Player:Here the Planet did surprisingly well. There is a pre-installed 'VideoPlayer v1.73' that can replay every movie format that I have tested (AVI, MP4, MKV, etc). It even handles dual audio and subtitles without any problems. YouTube works great on the Planet, too.Other Hardware features worth mentioning:- The Planets uses a resistive touch screen with multi-touch capability. It is slower and less sensitive compared to capacitive touch screen, because you need to actually PRESS DOWN on the screen for it to register (instead of lightly tapping on it). The up-side is that it allows more precise selection when using a stylus.- You can insert an external micro-SDHC card, to add up to 32GB of storage. Just beware that the larger the storage, the longer it takes for the Planet's Gallery app to scan for multi-media contents on the card.- There is an accelerometer which can auto-rotate the screen. This feature is over-rated when you just use the Planet as an eReader, because the screen often gets rotated accidentally. But for certain games (such as Doodle Jump) it works very well.- There is a mini-HDMI port that allows you to connect the video output to HDTV in 480/720/1080p mode. I have tested this function by playing some HD movies from memory card, and it works out well on my 1080p TV.- There are four hardware menu buttons (Home, Settings, Return, and Search) on the front panel. It makes navigation among apps easier in general.Next, a long list of limitations:- The Planet has a single-core processor that is relatively slow at only 800MHz- The touch screen is sluggish and takes about 0.5 second to register a 'click'. Same goes with menu buttons.- The advertised battery life is just 6 hours (in real life it is more like 3-4 hours)... and then it takes another 6 hours to recharge.- The built-in memory of 256MB RAM is inadequate for an Internet Tablet. Especially after running the machine for a long time, I can tell that the processor has run out of memory because it takes tens of seconds just to swap between apps. In which case, I have to either manually kill some apps that are hogging memory, or shutdown and restart from fresh.- In order to get smooth playback for HD video, I have to kill off unnecessary processes such as firmware update, Weather service, Wireless, Market, etc.Bottom Line:The Pandigital Planet is a great value - if you can learn to live with its limitations. To me, just using the Planet as an eBook reader and portable media player already justified this purchase, especially since I got it for 30% off from the normal price.
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