Model 8189S

TAB 8 NXTPAPER 5G

  • NXTPAPER preserves the original color of images with a reduced glare and eye-care blue light-reduction display.
  • NXTPAPER Key allows easy switching between display modes, or customize to you own shortcut key.
  • Ultra-compact tablet design with slim screen bezel.
  • 8.7" HD display with high-strength glass and Eye Comfort Mode.
  • Dual speakers provide crisp, clear sound ideal for entertainment on the go.
  • Up to 2.4 GHz octa-core processor and 4GB of RAM for fast performance and multitasking.
  • Up to 64GB of ROM, expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD card.
  • Robust 6000mAh battery supports up to 16 hours of mixed usage.
  • Perfect for on-the-go entertainment with 5G connectivity.
  • Runs on Android 15.

COMPACT AND EFFICIENT PERFORMANCE ON THE GO

tablet displayed on pedestal
collage of tablet key features
collage of tablet key features
tablet displaying artwork on matte paper-like screen
tablet displaying artwork on matte paper-like screen
NXTPAPER

NXTPAPER, THE NEXT STEP

The TCL TAB 8 NXTPAPER 5G features the innovative edge to edge NXGTPAPER display, with nano-etched layers that provide an anti-glare surface, minimizing fingerprints and smudges, offering a clean canvas for your most creative ideas while reducing eye strain. Get great visibility outdoors or indoors without compromising color or brightness.

woman holding tablet featuring ink mode and color paper mode
woman holding tablet featuring ink mode and color paper mode
DISPLAY

VISUALS THAT FEEL LIKE PAPER, WITH SMOOTH PERFORMANCE

The TAB 8 NXTPAPER 5G filters 61%1 more blue light to keep eye-fatigue at bay, letting you stream, scroll and more. Including Adaptive Brightness and Color Paper, Ink and Reading Modes to let you adjust the screen's color temperature without affecting contrast, color accuracy, or depth of field.

couple streaming on tablet with all day battery
couple streaming on tablet with all day battery
BATTERY

POWER THROUGH YOUR DAY

The robust 6000mAh battery will power through hours of video while keeping up with your day-to-day demands. The TCL Smart manager and Battery Saver mode can help monitor and optimize power usage to extend battery life, allowing you to stream without worry.

student using front camera to video call
student using front camera to video call
CAMERA

CAPTURE AND EXPERIENCE DETAILS

A crystal-clear 5MP front camera, dual-mic system with noise cancellation, and dual speakers let video calls keep you connected from anywhere with ease. A powerful 8MP rear camera featuring AI scene detection optimizes and captures great photos in detail.

student using tablet on the go
student using tablet on the go
PERFORMANCE

DESIGNED TO GO WITH YOU

Enjoy faster app downloads and seamless streaming thanks to the Octa-core processor and 5G connectivity. Android 15 saves you time with AI suggested responses, recommended actions, and more intuitive gestures. Multitasking with a split screen lets you use two apps simultaneously, doubling your productivity and enjoyment.

VIVID VISUALS

Experience vivid viduals on a NXTPAPER® screen for clear, smudge free viewing so you can enjoy your favorites from anywhere.

CONNECT MORE

Camera power that connects you to what you love, capturing moments worth saving and video calls with your favorites.

DOUBLE THE AUDIO

With two powerful speakers, experience better sound that takes audio to the next level.

STREAM SEAMLESSLY

Get fast and efficient processing, keeping you better connected from wherever you are.

POWERFULLY COMPACT

Experience all the power of a tablet in a compact 8.75" size, designed to go where you go.

CHARGED TO LAST

Phone calls, video chats, streaming and reading; whatever you need to do, battery power is built to last your fullest days.

DESIGN

DESIGN

Size

Size

211.88*125.58*8.35mm, 7.761 x 4.91 x 0.35 in

Weight

Weight

365g, 11.82oz

Color

Color

Paper Gray

MEMORY

MEMORY

RAM/ROM

RAM/ROM

4GB RAM/64GB ROM

SD Support

SD Support

MicroSD Up To 2TB 1

User Available Memory

User Available Memory

NA

FEATURES

FEATURES

Processor

Processor

MediaTek™ MT8755

Speed & Type

Speed & Type

Octa Core 2*A76 2.4GHz+6*A55 2.0GHz

Operating System & Version No.

Operating System & Version No.

Android 15, upgradeable up to Android 16

Security Update Support

Security Update Support

Until September 2027

Frequency of Security Updates

Frequency of Security Updates

Quarterly

Android Security Bulletin

Android Security Bulletin

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin

Sensors

Sensors

GPS

Accelerometer (G sensor)

Light Sensor

Proximity

Fingerprint

Fingerprint

No

Facial Recognition

Facial Recognition

Yes

RTT/TTD Enabled

RTT/TTD Enabled

No

SAR Rating

SAR Rating

NA

DISPLAY

DISPLAY

Size

Size

8.7"

Type

Type

PPI: 180

Resolution

Resolution

800x1340

Aspect Ratio

Aspect Ratio

16:10

Glass Type

Glass Type

High Strength

Touch Technology

Touch Technology

Capacitive

CONNECTIVITY

CONNECTIVITY

Network 3G/4G/LTE/5G

Network 3G/4G/LTE/5G

GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz

(3G) UMTS: B1/2/4/5/8

(4G) LTE: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/20/25/26/28/29/30/39/40/41 (HPUE)/48/66/71

5G: n2/5/12/14/25/30/41(HPUE)/48/66/71/77(HPUE)/78

Mobile Hotspot

Mobile Hotspot

Yes

Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct

Yes

Wi-Fi Display/ Miracast

Wi-Fi Display/ Miracast

Yes

Wi-Fi Specs

Wi-Fi Specs

802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GH & 5GHz on 802.11n)

Bluetooth

Bluetooth

Yes, v5.3

NFC

NFC

No

Radio

Radio

Yes

USB Type

USB Type

Type-C 2.0

SIM Type

SIM Type

Nano-SIM 4FF

Card Slot

Card Slot

1 SIM

BATTERY

BATTERY

Size

Size

6000mAh

Charging Technology

Charging Technology

15 W on PCBA

Standby Time

Standby Time

Up to 20 days2 (4G)

Usage Time

Usage Time

Up to 16 hrs2 (4G)

Charging Time Until Full

Charging Time Until Full

Up to 3.5 hrs.2

On-The-Go Charging

On-The-Go Charging

Yes4

REAR CAMERA

REAR CAMERA

Megapixels

Megapixels

8MP

Flash Type

Flash Type

No

Focus

Focus

AF

EIS

EIS

Yes

Camera Video

Camera Video

Video Playback: 1080p@30fps

Video Capture: 1080p@30fps

FRONT CAMERA

FRONT CAMERA

Megapixels

Megapixels

5MP

Flash

Flash

LCD Flash

Focus

Focus

FF

Front Camera Video

Front Camera Video

Yes, 1080 capture and playback

SOUND

SOUND

Number of Speakers

Number of Speakers

2

Audio Amplifier

Audio Amplifier

Smart PA

Microphone

Microphone

2

Default Music Player

Default Music Player

YouTube Music

Supported Formats

Supported Formats

AAC LC, HE-AACv1 (AAC+), HE-AACv2 (enhanced AAC+),AAC ELD (enhanced low delay AAC), AMR-NB, AMR-WB, FLAC, MP3, MIDI, Vorbis, PCM/WAVE

Headset Jack Size

Headset Jack Size

3.5mm Audio Jack

IN BOX

IN BOX

Quick Reference Guide (QRG)

Quick Reference Guide (QRG)

Yes

Charger

Charger

No

Data Cable

Data Cable

C2C Cable

Others

Others

Pre-Installed SIM Card

Quick Start Guide

Product Safety Information

SIM Tool

1. Calculations based on the regular tablets’ harmful blue light emission vary between 50% and 70%.

2. MicroSD card sold separately. 

3. Battery life and charge cycles vary with use, settings, and other factors; actual results may vary. Charging block not included – See product safety sheet for recommended charger. 

4. Requires OTG cable, sold separately.

 

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