Sooooo, in just five short weeks my kids will be heading back to school. We’ve had kind of a bummer of a summer so far — LOTS of wet, rainy weather and unusually low temperatures, so I cringe just thinking about it… I mean, we’ve only made it to the pool once so far, and I’m absolutely NOT ready for the mad dash to purchase clothes, supplies, etc. But I’ve resigned myself to the inevitability of it all.
The one bright spot is that E FUN recently asked me to try out one of their new Windows 2-in-1 tablets, which means a shiny new toy for my kids to argue over play with while waiting for the rain shower of the moment to pass us by.
For under $230, the Nextbook Flexx 11 allows my entire family to stay connected, entertained, and productive with everything they want at their fingertips. They can browse the Internet, reply to emails, read books, play games from the Windows Store, watch movies, video chat, and much more, with the option to switch from a touchscreen laptop design to a standard tablet interface at the push of a button.
My kids are all about looks, so of course they went gaga over the fun backlit LED keyboard. However, I’m a little more practical, so I appreciate that the Nextbook Flexx 11 is a step up from the Nextbook 10.1 we tested back in January in almost every way — for a very little increase in price! The Nextbook Flexx 11 boasts a larger screen, faster process, and both more system and storage memory at the everyday low price of $227.
The Nextbook Flexx 11 Tablet features include:
- Windows 8.1 operating system (upgradable to Windows 10 later this year)
- 11.6” 1366 x 768 IPS capacitive touch screen
- Quad-Core Intel® AtomTM Z3735G Processor (X86, 1.8GHz)
- 2GB DDR3L system memory; 64GB onboard storage memory
- Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
- 2.0 megapixel front and rear cameras with integrated microphone
- microHDMI, microUSB, and microSD ports
- Preloaded VUDU Movies and TV app; NOOK for Windows 8 app
My 9-year-old, a Miranda Sings fanatic and Girls Go Games junkie, has been putting the Nextbook Flexx 11 through its paces, and it’s stood up to her heavy use thus far. She likes having the option to use it as a laptop at the table or as a tablet when she’s sitting on the couch (and I like that she’s finally using headphones without me nagging about it, lol). The keyboard is very easy for her to remove and reattach on her own, and the larger screen size is a really nice feature when playing games.
I have no doubt that the Nextbook Flexx 11 will transition easily to becoming more of a homework tool once school starts. It’s a great choice for families with school-aged children that need a device to check email, perform Internet searches and watch YouTube videos!
I’m so thrilled to share that Windows has provided me with a Nextbook Flexx 11 Tablet to give away to one lucky Deal Seeking Mom reader!
Prize:
Windows Nextbook Flexx 11 Tablet (ARV $197)
Follow the instructions in the widget below to be entered to win…
This post is brought to you by E FUN. All opinions are 100% mine.
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chatting and movies
Diane G
We would use for entertainment and also checking emails and social media.
Nikki Hendrix
We would use this to stay connected with our kids!
Lisa Williams
If I won the Windows Nextbook Ares 11 Tablet I would share it with my family. We would watch movies, connect with family and friends and use it to help organize our lives!
Nancy R
I would use it to connect with friends and family.
Bethany G.
I would use it to play games when I’m relaxing after an exhausting day. And I know the rest of my family would get in on the act and use it for gaming also. If I can get my mom on Skype, I would use it to Skype with her. I can also definitely see me using this in the kitchen for recipes, looking up substitutions, and otherwise helping me cook! :)
Tammie Venne
email, homework, watching videos, reading books
Lisa
My son is 5 and would love this — he is all about YouTube videos!
Annette S.
Would love to use read books from library & keep in touch with family. Would really come in handy at doctors office while waiting also.
Teresa
I would take it with me on trips!
Laura
would be nice for traveling
HS
We will use it for stay in touch with family.
Misty Swearingen
Oh, this would be awesome for the kids to do their Lexia and AR tests on for school! Their school does half paper and half computer homework, so this would make it go faster with both my boys wanting to use our laptop…usually at the same time!
Barb J
The kids would use it for games, Minecraft videos, hubby for at home work. I would use it for deal seeking! As well as email, etc.
Wendy
To keep in contact with our families back in our home state!
Sandi D
The kids would use it for videos and games and on trips. The oldest would use it for some of the online work for school. Thanks for the great giveaway!
Bailey
I would use this for my classes and to find couponing deals. :)
Janine H
My son would love it to watch videos
Valerie L
Play games, read books, and staying connected
Bev B.
reading,writing,replay streaming videos… =)
Noel
Definitely love the keyboard and the great features
Mary K.
This would be so great for traveling. Also great for everyday use –less time in my office on the desktop!
juli guthrie
My boys would use it for school and play!
stacey
Looks awesome! Would love to win it!
Jaime T
watching you tube videos for crafts, hairstyles, games
Beth
Love a chance to win this – great to have in the kitchen to look up recipes and do quick searches while I’m working on other things.
Jen C
I could have access to a computer while the kids are doing their homework.
Shawnda
I would use it to skype with all the grandparents.
sand
to shop
Mary M.
Oh, so many uses. Printing coupons. Reading my favorite blogs. Entertainment for all of us, especially me who just “lost” her e-reader. I have an autistic son, who loves tablets and would make life easier when we go out. And on and on and on….