Google Pixel Slate review
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- 12.3 inches
- ChromeOS
The Pixel Slate from 2018 was Google’s answer to the Microsoft Surface Pro and the Apple iPad Pro released in the same year. Instead of running Android as you might expect, this tablet uses Google’s Chrome OS operating system instead, which is now found in scores of Chromebooks. With a high price and expensive accessories, this model will have to impress to beat its rivals. Our full lab test takes a closer look.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What’s it like to use?
- What are the sound and screen like?
- How long does the battery last?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Last checked by Which?
September 2021
First reviewed by Which?
February 2019
Released
December 2018
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