Last but not least, we figured we'd throw in a couple of budget tablets for an honorable mention. The Tab 2 A7-10 on the left is a WiFi-only, 7-inch, 1,024 x 600 tablet that costs just $99 and is arriving this month. It's powered by MediaTek's 1.3GHz quad-core chip and packs just 1GB of RAM, 8GB of storage (microSD expansion available) plus a 3,450mAh battery. You also only get a measly 0.3-megapixel front camera and no rear shooter. To make up for these shortcomings, though, this black device is designed with a front-facing speaker, so you should still get a somewhat satisfactory multimedia experience.

If you don't mind chipping in a bit more money, the Tab 2 A7-30 is a near-identical device that costs $129, but comes with a much better gapless screen, 3G connectivity, 16GB internal storage option, a 2-megapixel main camera and more color options (pearl white, aqua blue and cotton candy). With just a $30 difference, we'd rather wait until March and buy the better model instead. Also, chances are both tablets will have received the Android 5.0 update by then, as it's expected to roll out some time this spring.