Question 1

Do you get your apps from the google store like you would with a nexus 7? Thanks!

Accepted Answer

All apps are the same and from the same Google playstore. We have 2 of these tablets and are very pleased with them.
They are fantastic performers.

Question 2

specs do not indicate GPS but some review said GPS.  Does this unit have true gps chips? thanks

Accepted Answer

It definitely has a GPS chip. I have used Google Maps to navigate (while connected to wifi from my phone) many times, and it works great.

Question 3

will the screen rotate on this?

Accepted Answer

Yes...the native launcher (home screen) will auto rotate when held in  portrait or landscape.  Rather snappy when changing back and forth.  No complaints here given the price.

Question 4

Anyone know if this is manufacturer refurbished or "newegg refurbished"?

Accepted Answer

Why would Asus refurbish and warranty it?  It is manufactured by Hisense. Mine has a 30 day warranty and it says go to consumerservicerefurbish website if you require repair. Short warranty but it looks and works like new.

Question 5

Anyone who has this and a nook hd 7", how do they compare. I know this has quad cores but how much real world differrence does that make? And how do the screens compare? Thanks

Accepted Answer

I bought one of these and a Nook HD. I passed the NOOK HD off to my kid.  Here's my observations:

Nook HD pros: Slightly less glare/fingerprints, slightly better build quality, better battery life,  and a more active development community if you like hacking things.

Sero 7 Pro pros: Slightly faster chip w/better overall gaming, newer OS out of the box, GPS, non-proprietary charger, cameras (not great but functional), less brickable than the Nook if you hack it, and a slightly better wifi radio.

Tie: SD card slot, excellent IPS screens, and dirt cheap for what you get.

You won't go wrong with either one, but the Sero was a better choice for me. If you're looking for something a bit more non-techie friendly, go for the Nook instead.

Question 6

Is this upgradeable to 4.4 (Kit Kat)?

Accepted Answer

No official 4.4 ROM, but plenty of customer ROMs around.

Question 7

Does this have wifi? What is NFC? Does this come with a wall charger or what? Does it use a battery?

Accepted Answer

Hi Jean.... sounds like u r just getting started with your tablet search journey. "Does it use a battery?"  :=]... i highly recommend u get familiar with the rudimentaries before seeking the power button. Like most all of us out here comparing this to that to find the right model to buy... Start With Google ... Google IS your friend. Just highlight a word, like NFC, right click it and select 'search google'.
Good Luck

Question 8

Can you install apps to the microSD card with this version of Android on this device?  Thanks!

Accepted Answer

You can put a micro SD card in the Hisense Sro 7 Pro. The max size is 32 gigs. Mine worked like a charm. My Pro is great.

Question 9

Does this item has a builtin, standalone GPS receiver capability? I want to use it with APPS like CoPilot, Sygic, MapFactor  etc. This is very important to me!

Accepted Answer

This was an answer to a previous question:
yes, it does have a GPS chip. Go to Settings -> Location access and turn on Access to Location. In Location Sources, enable GPS satellites. You can disable Wifi & mobile network location to truly test the GPS function. Works better than my Android phone which I think is due to the larger case allowing for a bigger GPS antenna, the Sero7 Pro sees more GPS satellites and locks on a whole lot faster (15 to 30 secs) from a cold start compared to the phone. Tested with Osmand and GPS Status & Toolbox from Google Play Store.

Question 10

Does this have GPS built in?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this has a built in GPS.

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