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Acer Iconia A1 review

6.3/10 AVG.
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6.3/10
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The Acer Iconia A1 currently has an Informr score of 6.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 3 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.2 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.2 GHz
7.9"
Screen Size
Screen Size
7.9"
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
4960 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


NYTimes
NYTimes

There is no logical reason to skip using Signal. The app is free for Android and iOS, and for computers it is a free add-on for the Google Chrome browser. Plus, it’s easy to install and so architecturally secure that you can have the confidence to say whatever you want without fear of being sp...

- Brian X. Chen, NYTimes
Coolsmartphone
Coolsmartphone

In conclusion I liked the Acer Iconia A1-810 tablet, the size, the lag free UI, the decent internal memory, the memory card and HDMI port all combine to make a nice experience. The build quality, RRP price and the screen do let it down a little, making the Nexus a slightly better choice. 

- James Pearce, Coolsmartphone
Cnet
Cnet

Calling the Acer Iconia A1-810 an iPad Mini replacement for Android fans because of their similar screen specs is a superficial comparison that overlooks the A1's few unique merits. Its 4:3 aspect ratio fails to deliver a wide enough canvas to make it appeal as a good movie- and TV show-watching dev...

- Xiomara Blanco, Cnet


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Screen Size
7.9"

The Acer Iconia A1's screen size is 7.9 inches with 768 x 1024 pixels resolution.

Processor
1.2 GHz

There is a ARM Cortex-A7 Quad core 1.2 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The tablet runs on the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system (OS).

Camera
5+ MP
You can take photos with the phone's onboard 5+ MP camera. There is also a secondary front facing camera with VGA (640 x 480) resolution.
Storage
8/16 GB

Internal memory is 8/16 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
4960mAh

The tablet is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 4960 mAh battery. Acer's performance ratings are 7 hours Wi-Fi surfing.

Iconia A1 Specs

Overview
Release Date April 6, 2013
Regions Available USA, Canada, United Kingdom
Operating System Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

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Processor ARM Cortex-A7 Quad core 1.2 GHz
Internal Storage 8/16 GB
RAM 1 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
SAR Unknown
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
Mobile / Cellular Data
No (Option available)
Wi-Fi Calling Unknown
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Unknown
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth 4.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, BPP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
5+ Megapixels
Zoom
No
Additional Main Camera Info
Geotagging, Panorama, White balance, Exposure
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
VGA (640 x 480)+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 768 x 1024 pixels
Pixel density 162 pixels
Size 7.9 inches
Sensors Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Backlit Illumination Yes
Zoom / Magnification Yes
Screen Orientation Lock Yes
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 4960 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging No
Battery Charge Time Unknown
Video Playback Time Up to 7 hours
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Up to 7 hours
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Material Plastic
Colors Pure White
Dimensions [H x W x D] 20.9 x 14.6 x 1.1 cm (8.2 x 5.8 x 0.4 in)
Weight 410 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Touchscreen Yes
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key Yes
Physical keyboard No
Text-to-Speech Yes
Screen Reader No
Keypad/Screen Lock Yes
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Screen Orientation Lock: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: Yes
TV Out Info: HDMI
Audio Formats: AAC, AAC+, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, MP3, OGG, WAV
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: Yes
Vibration Alert: Yes
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Weather, Maps, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Acer A1-810
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