nextbook Flexx 11A Review

By Chuck Hajdu

Over the years I have been fortunate enough to have had the chance to review quite a few of Nextbook’s tablets and 2-in-1 computers. The Flexx 11A is the latest computer that we’ve had a chance to look at and, within it’s limitations, it’s a Super Star! If you have $179.00 to spare, and who doesn’t, then run to your nearest Walmart and buy one! The Flexx 11A won’t replace your primary computer but it’s a wonderful second unit!

The model we got to review this time was the chrome model, not the black one, and I liked it a lot.You can buy it either way so personal preference has a lot to do with that decision. Try the chrome look, you just may like it.

Here are some of the specs of the Flexx 11A:

• 11.6", 16:9 aspect ratio, high-resolution 1366x768 resolution (IPS) touchscreen
• Intel® Atom™ Cherry Trail quad-core processor 1.84GHz (Z8300)
• 2GB DDR3L system memory
• 64GB onboard storage; Micro-SD card slot for expansion to 128GB
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0
• Detachable full-size pogo keyboard
• Front and back cameras with built-in microphone
• Up to 8 hours of run time on a full charge

The start up procedure has been greatly cut back thanks to Cortana. Usually when you have to start up a new PC for the first time it’s pure agony. Not so any longer. Thank you MSFT for cutting the time to set up Win 10.

What I liked:

The built in touchpad on the keyboard is huge!! It also works wonderfully!

The elimination of a backlit keyboard turned out to be of no consequence.

Not a lot of crapware, the start screen is nice and uncluttered

We really liked the elimination of the keyboard release button. It was never needed so it won’t be missed.

There are enough connectors on the tablet portion to allow users to do most everything. Most of them are micro so you may need an adapter or two but that’s where Amazon.com comes in, isn’t it?

What I didn’t like:

It takes a long time to boot up, about 15 seconds of holding the power button in.

The non-backlit keyboard is a tad hard to see in poor light.

Both the front and rear cameras are just adequate (if that).

Win 10 pushes their new browser but it was super easy to find Google Chrome and make that the default. But that’s MSFT. not Nextbook.

Recommendation:

Buy one now!!

nextbookusa.com

Available now at Walmart for $179.00!!!
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nextbook-Flexx-11A-with-WiFi-11-6-Convertible-Touchscreen-Tablet-PC-Featuring-Windows-10-Operating-System-Silver/52160693