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Arnova 10b G3 review part 1: introduction

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The Arnova 10b G3 tablet is a product refresh of the Arnova 10b G2 best seller, updated with latest Android 4.03 Ice Cream Sandwich and 1 Gb of RAM. The rest of the device specifications stay the same: Rockchip RK2918 processor (single core) running at 1 GHz, 10.1" capacitive touch screen, front camera.

Arnova 10b G3 specifications

Operating System	Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich) Linux Kernel Version: 3.0.8+ Build fingerprint: Android/rk29sdk/rk29sdk:4.0.3/IML74K/eng.root.20120330.182730:eng/opinions-on-teclast-p90hdst-keys
CPU	single core Rockchip 2918 CPU running at 1 Ghz Integrated GPU: Vivante Corporation GC800
Flash Storage Memory	Capacity 4 GB Speed: Class 4 range (tested Read 20 300 kB/s, Write 3 847 kB/s)
System Memory	1024 Mb
Additional storage	Micro SD slot (SDHC compatible)
Display	1024x600 TFT LCD 10.1 inches capacitive 2 points screen
Bluetooth	No
Wifi	802.11 b/g/n
Gravity Sensor	Yes
Camera	0.3Mp (front facing)
GPS	No
HDMI	No
Interfaces	Micro USB host 2.0: Mass Storage Class (MSC) MicroSD slot
Battery life	Video playing test: 3 hours check our Archos and Arnova battery tests page
Android Market	No (Appslib application Marketplace) or use our custom firmware to get Google Play / Android Market on the Arnova 10b G3.
Kickstand	No
Dimensions	270 mm x 150 mm x 12 mm (10.6” x 5.9” x 0.47”)
Weight	622 g / 21.94 oz

Packaging

Packaging is very similar to other Archos and Arnova products, you will find in the box:

- an Arnova 10b G3 tablet

- an USB cable (micro USB format), it does not charge the tablet

- 3 papers that includes: Arnova 10b G3 User Guide, Legal and Safety Notices and a $10 music credit coupon at emusic.com

- a power charger with 3 power sockets (American, English and European type), input 100-240V, outputs 5V 2A

Tablet design

The Arnova 10b G3 tablet shares its design with the previous Arnova 10b G2 model. The outside case is fully made of plastic with a brilliant aspect on the perimeter and the back of the tablet, that easily catches fingerprints. Weighting a little more than 600 g, it comparable to other models such as…

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