Both the Orbo Jr and the Kurio 7S are child-friendly 7″ Android tablets with 1024×600 pixel touchscreen displays, so what are the differences between the two? Both tablets run Android Jelly Bean but, out of the box, the 7S runs a slightly higher version currently, 4.2 compared to the Orbo’s 4.1.2. The Kurio 7S has… Continue reading Which Tablet is Better, the Kurio 7S or the Orbo Jr?
Month: October 2014
What Are the Differences Between the Kurio 7 and the Kurio 7S?
The Kurio 7 and the Kurio 7S are both Android tablets targeted at children manufactured by Kurio. The Kurio 7 is the older version that has since been superseded by the 7S. Although it is still supported, it is not as widely available and no longer directly available from the manufacturer. Both have a 7″… Continue reading What Are the Differences Between the Kurio 7 and the Kurio 7S?
Tablet Comparison: Kurio 7S vs nabi 2
The Kurio 7S and the nabi 2 are both 7″ Android tablets designed for children, and they both have 1024×600 resolution screens. Both come with 8GB of internal memory, and both can be expanded using the Micro SD Card port, to 40GB for the Kurio and to 32GB for the Nabi. Both also have a… Continue reading Tablet Comparison: Kurio 7S vs nabi 2
Tablet Comparison: Kurio 7S vs. LeapPad Ultra
Both the Kurio 7S and the LeapPad Ultra are 7″ children’s tablets with 1024×600 pixel resolution screens. They are, however, quite different items. Although both tablets are aimed at children, the Kurio 7S is a kids Android tablet, whilst the LeapPad Ultra is an educational tablet that runs on its own operating system. Both have… Continue reading Tablet Comparison: Kurio 7S vs. LeapPad Ultra
How is the Amazon Appstore Installed on the Kurio 7S?
As well as the Kurio Store, it is also possible to install other Android stores onto the Kurio 7S. The Kurio Store has a limited number of available apps, so you may want the greater numbers available in the general stores around. You need to be logged into the Parental Account on the tablet, and… Continue reading How is the Amazon Appstore Installed on the Kurio 7S?
Can Children Watch Streaming Content on the Kurio 7S?
Watching streaming movies, television programmes and videos is a big part of the internet today, so when buying a new tablet, it is important to find out whether it is capable of doing so if you want your child to be able to watch their favourite programmes on their tablet. The Kurio 7S can use… Continue reading Can Children Watch Streaming Content on the Kurio 7S?
How to Solve Problems with the Kurio 7S
Some users have reported problems when using the Kurio 7S. The Kurio Store has only a limited number of apps available, compared to the larger Android markets, but this can be solved by easily installing the Amazon Appstore or, with a bit more effort, Google Play. There have been problems with younger children breaking the… Continue reading How to Solve Problems with the Kurio 7S
What Apps and Appstores are Available for the Kurio 7S?
The Kurio 7S does come with over 60 pre-loaded apps including games and educational apps, as well as ebooks, but at some point you are going to want to be able to add more to it. As well as other Android stores, such as the Amazon Appstore and Google Play, there is also the Kurio… Continue reading What Apps and Appstores are Available for the Kurio 7S?
What Ports Does the Kurio 7S Have?
The Kurio 7S comes with the following ports: A Micro USB/Charger, a Micro HDMI, a 3.5 mm headphone jack and a Micro SD Card. The high speed Micro USB port is used to plug in the charger and to connect the tablet to a computer and other peripherals. The Micro HDMI port can be used… Continue reading What Ports Does the Kurio 7S Have?
How Much Memory Does the Kurio 7S Have?
The Kurio 7S Android tablet comes with a built in memory of 8GB. These days, with photos, videos and music files especially, this can quickly become inadequate, so being able to expand this is definitely useful. The 7S does come with a means of increasing the available memory from that which is built-in. This is… Continue reading How Much Memory Does the Kurio 7S Have?