Kurio Tablet

by Joost Nusselder Updated on: July 6, 2022

A tablet especially for children.

As a parent, you can easily set exactly what your child can do on the tablet and let your child play on the tablet with peace of mind.

The colorful cover ensures that the tablet can take a beating, which is of course very important when it comes to child-friendly use!

Kurio actively checks which websites are safe for children, so they can only surf on Kurio-approved websites – which is nice. These so-called whitelists also depend on the age of your child and as a parent you can also set exactly how long they can surf the world wide web.

Kurio Smart Review

Like many other parents, we can sometimes no longer see the trees for the forest in the technological choices that exist for families and a smart choice is very important.

The tech devices you bring into your family will affect just about every area of ​​family life, such as photos and music, family videos, entertainment and communication.

These tech devices will also make the internet available to all family members and it is important to use them wisely.

Today, the most important decision for parents of young children is figuring out the best way to safely introduce their children to technology.

Technology isn't just for playing and learning in an offline world anymore. It's about connecting to the internet and the vast amount of information you and your child can find there.

It is important to learn and understand with your child where they are able to come and what they can see. The Kurio Smart, 8.9″ windows tablets is a device that can help anyone take these steps.

Kurio smart for children

The Kurio Smart, 8.9 ″ Windows Tablet with specs ideal for the whole family.

The tablet has an 8,9-inch screen with a Rear Webcam resolution of 2 MP, Windows 8.1 operating system (so you can understand how it works, just like your Windows computer or laptop), a very long battery life of up to 9 hours and a quad-core 1,33 GHz Atom Z3735G.

With this, you can effortlessly run any app currently available for kids without any lag.

It also has 1 GB RAM and 32 GB internal memory for photos, videos, and the really bigger apps.

And also a front camera to use for video chat (like with the grandparents, they'll like that), Bluetooth connectivity, 2 stereo speakers in the back, a built-in microphone and internet access with Wi-Fi .

Watch videos on the tablet via the HD video player, or even on the TV via the micro HDMI connection, something that not every tablet for children on the market has.

And also handy for yourself, you have an easy-to-connect keyboard: write emails, surf the web, photos and videos, play music and much more!

It's also filled with lots of pre-installed content like games, ebooks, videos, and apps to get you started. It's much more than just an electronic babysitter for the kids.

A good tablet can help them acquire knowledge and teach them basic hand-eye coordination. It can also help them develop reading skills and show them early on that learning can be fun too.

It is also rated as the best kids tablet with keyboard.

The Kurio Smart was made with children in mind

The Kurio Smart is completely made for children, and the parental control on the unit helps parents observe what the child is doing and, above all, lets you set restrictions on how they can use the gadget, which is ideal in their ever-changing environment.

The parental controls can be configured from the tablet, and are very easy for parents to understand and set up.

These controls prevent children from accidentally surfing to sites that their parents do not want them to see.

And because the creators at Kurio know that parents often find setting controls confusing, they have provided them with easy-to-use controls that cannot be undone by children.

It's also made to be much sturdier than regular tablets, made with the knowledge that little kids are likely to throw the thing out from time to time and then maybe even walk on it.

And the nice thing is that it doesn't have to be used exclusively for learning. Long car journeys can be made much more fun (and quieter) by playing a movie on a tablet.

This makes the Kurio Smart tablet an ideal tool for both learning and playing, and due to the easy-to-use Windows operating system, older children can also use it at home and at school using Microsoft compatible software such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

The Kurio Smart tablet detachable keyboard lets you and the kids easily switch from laptop to tablet in seconds.

This way they will be able to easily switch to use it at home or for school work or just enjoy surfing on Youtube.

And you can also use it yourself for your own work, by means of the different profiles to be set you can then access all the content that you protect the children from.

Kurio smart frameworks

By means of password protected Microsoft Family Safety controls it is possible to set access for your child. For example, you can set the usage time and indicate which sites they are allowed to visit.

It has a built-in feature that instantly sets the internet according to the age you entered for each child, so you don't have to worry about a child downloading unsuitable apps.

In the price range, it is a moderately powerful tablet with the best feature of providing a safe environment for children to learn to explore the online landscape.

On a daily basis you can set the time for how long they can use it, this keeps children from getting too attached, and you as a parent can let your children surf and play without having to be there all the time.

Also read: why you shouldn't buy a large XL kids tablet

Internet filtering system

With the Kurio Genius internet filter system, you as a parent have control over your child's surfing behavior. The system contains a database of more than 450 million websites, which are filtered and updated daily.

The Kurio Genius app contains standard filter profiles that are adapted to the age of the child. As a parent, you also have the option of adding filters or blocking certain websites.

Specifications

Dimensions: 240 x 170 x 60 mm.
Weight: 581 g.
Warranty: 1 years.
Operating System: Android 5.0 (Lollipop).
Internal storage: 8GB.
Processor: 1,3 GHz quad-core processor (Mediatek MTK8127).
Camera: Front [2.1 MP], and read [0.3 MP].
Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n).
Bluetooth 4.0.

Google play on Android
5mm headphone jack, microUSB port, microSD slot (up to 32GB).

Protection and warranty

The Kurio is equipped with the right software to create a safe play environment for children. Young users have also been taken into account in the design of the device.

The tablets are equipped with a rubber bumper and are also splash-proof. The protective edge, in the color blue or pink, ensures that the device can take a beating.

For extra protection, however, it is smart to provide the tablet with a protective cover or bag. Although there is a two-year manufacturer's warranty on the Kurio tablet, damage to the screen is not covered by this warranty.

De Kurio tablet sleeve is a soft protective cover made of neoprene. The universal cover from Kurio is available in 3 different colours.

It gives the tablet that little bit of extra protection against scratch and impact damage. Do you often take the tablet somewhere? Then the blue or pink Kurio protective bag is the best option.

These bags are sturdy and have a handle which makes the tablet easy to carry for the little ones. In addition, the protective bag can serve as a standard.

The Kurio Tab can be placed upright in the bag, leaving the child's hands free.

Hardware

Kurio Tab is a very decent Android tablet that comes with a rubber bumper for protection.

Not only does this rubber edge prevent the corners of the tablet from getting damaged, but at the same time it also protects the tablet against damage from unavoidable falls during use by your kids.

There is also a removable plastic cover on the rear that can be adjusted in two places by using slots in the bumper to provide two different viewing angles, but it is difficult to attach.

Then the camera, the Kurio Tab has a 0,3MP and 2.1MP camera on the front and back respectively. It also has Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a micro-HDMI output.

It also features a headphone jack, mono speaker and a microSD card slot for adding up to 32 GB, along with the internal 8 GB.

From this 8GB, however, only 1 GB is available for the user, the rest for the operating system and pre-installed apps.

The micro USB port is used for charging and syncing, it also supports USB-on-the-go (OTG) for access to external hard drives that you can carry with you such as USB sticks.

Memory card

As mentioned, the Kurio Tab has a limited memory of 8 GB. If you want to download a lot of apps, videos or music, the memory will fill up quickly.

Fortunately, this is easily expandable by using a micro SD card. You can easily place this card, with a maximum memory of 32 GB, in the intended card reader on the side of the tablet.

While it is not possible to move apps from the internal memory to the memory card, you can store a variety of movies, pictures and music on the SD card.

The tablet's hardware is well-built, but it lacks having good screen resolution. Kurio Tab 1024's 600 × 2 resolution is the same as the new Amazon Fire.

We have yet to see a tablet with better resolution in the kids segment.

Performance assessment

Turning to performance, the Kurio Tab features a 1,3GHz quad-core processor (MediaTek MTK8127), which is fast enough for apps available for kids so that it will always have a smooth transition without long waiting times.

The presence of a micro HDMI port means that you can connect your tablet to a television to view photos and, for example, play multiplayer games on a larger screen (for older children).

Software

The software is just as important as the hardware on a kids tablet.

It comes with some pre-installed apps like some you can set in the child profile of the settings tab, so it's ready to start with hours of fun before you even have to think about installing new apps.

Completely geared to the things that children like, such as Telekids.

The tablet also has a Kidoz TV app that shows selected content from YouTube especially for children.

Similarly, another app called Kidoz Buzz also shows funny home videos of animals doing funny things, as well as experts from movies or TV shows. Furthermore, the Kurio Tab 2 gives parents full access to the Android Lollipop operating system, in unlike many such tablets available for children.

Google Apps are of course also available such as in the Play Store, Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps, and photos. For example, the Foto app is the only one authorized by default in every kid's profile and you can add the rest as you see fit.

Another important thing to note is that the Kurio Tab 2 uses Android profiles instead of its own.

This feature makes it easy to access and manage content, as your profiles are not tied to the tablet as is often the case.

This way you can move the profiles to a new tablet and keep the profile in one place if you have multiple tablets at home.

One advantage of this feature is that once the child grows up, you can extend him or her access to the full operating system eventually.

This way you do not have to buy a new tablet later when your child has outgrown this phase.

If you want to download an app in Kurio Tab 2 from Play Store, you will be asked to assign a category such as Ebooks, Games, Media etc.

You have to give each individual app a category so that it appears in the correct place on the profile in the management interface. Here you can easily set the access of the child again.

In Kurio Tab you can also set authorized hours between which your child can access the tablet and set a daily play time limit. That is the number of hours that your child can play on the tablet.

Although several periods in one day cannot be set, you can set different times on different days, useful for weekdays and weekends, for example.

A warning is also displayed when the time of use is running out and the parents can add a few minutes by entering a set pin code to sometimes stretch it slightly for the child.

Kurio Tab also allows a parent to limit how long the child can continuously use the tablet and how long they have to wait before using it again.

Along with time control, app management and profile settings, the parent also has access to the web panel in its Kurio Genius interface where you can also create web filtering and web lists to limit access to the internet without having to block completely.

Conclusion of the Kurio Smart Review

So in short, the Kurio Smart is ideal for children. It was recently developed with this in mind and in relation to other child oriented tablets it has many unique features.

For the youngsters they can use the Kid Zone with apps and games chosen by their parents.

For parents, you can rest assured that the kids will only play with the apps and games you have checked for their suitability.

There are more powerful tablets on the market in this price range, but it is very versatile and secure and with the added keyboard you can keep using it even if your kids have gotten a little older and need to be able to do more with it.

View the pictures of the Kurio Smart

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Kurio Genius Parent Application

The Kurio Tab 2 already creates a safe environment for the child from the moment the tablet is started. The device must be set by one of the parents.

For example, you can install the desired language, time and WiFi connection for the entire device via the Kurio Genius Parent application. When the tablet is configured, a total of eight child profiles can be created.

It is important that the date of birth of the child is entered for each profile. Access to various websites is determined by the age of the child.

Android Intel powered Tablet with Google Play

Kurio Tab 2 is an action-packed gadget made exclusively for children and its actions are facilitated by the powerful Intel processor.

This Google play enabled tablet features Wi-Fi, 8GB internal memory, high resolution front and rear cameras, speakers and unlimited parental control over your kids' activities through the Kurio Genius Internet Filtering System.

It's also instantly fun and healthy for kids with pre-installed Kurio Motion single player games like soccer, swimming and running.

This function makes it possible for children to play, while at the same time it helps to actually imitate these sports. So they will have to get active!

The parental control panel is user-friendly and also password protected and you can set time limits or restrict access to certain websites.

In addition, the Kurio Tab 2 has its own predefined internet filtering system with extreme caution while surfing and filtering the apps that a child can install. It is one of the most practical children's tablets with google play.

Features Kurio Tab 2

• Check how long children use it
• internal storage capacity of 8 GB expandable up to 32 GB using a micro SD card
• Web filter and the restriction to blocked websites
• demarcate which apps can be opened, such as from Android and Google Play
• Set up multiple profiles for multiple children in the household

Adjust child profiles

With the Kurio Genius application you as a parent have access to all profiles. Via this app you can create or change a child profile.

In addition to the default settings per age category, the following things can be adjusted:

• Time: In our current digital age, children grow up with screens. In order to manage the healthy use of these devices, it is important to set a clear time limit. The Kurio Genius app gives parents the option to set how long the tablet is allowed to play. Furthermore, the time management function makes it possible to monitor children's tablet use in various ways.
  • Usage time: The usage time option allows parents to set when the tablet may be used. This specific time can easily be indicated in a dedicated time bar.
  • Playing time: A maximum playing time can be set for each profile. For example, it is recommended not to place toddlers behind a screen for more than 30 minutes a day, while the advice for eight-year-olds is 1,5 hours.
  • Session use and pause duration: In addition to setting the playing time per day, it can also be checked how long the tablet can be used per session. In addition, the pause duration indicates how much time there must be at least between two usage periods.
  • Educational apps: The apps in the education category can also be used by the child outside of regular playtime. Time management gives parents the option to make the Kurio Tab 2's educational apps available to the child at all times. The tablet also includes 30 pre-installed educational apps and games. More apps with educational value can be easily downloaded from the Google Play Store.
• Application management: The application management submenu gives you as a parent control over the apps that can be used by the child. For example, you can check which apps the child has access to or block specific applications. This can be set for each child profile, so you can fully adapt the app use to the age of the child. The applications can also be categorized. Do you want the tablet to be used regularly for educational purposes only? Then you simply place the educational apps in the education category. In the submenu time management, you can then select this category, so that the child can only access the educational games at set times.
• Internet access: The internet use of young people is something that you as a parent sometimes have little insight into. There is therefore the option to completely block access to the internet. However, the Kurio Tab 2 is equipped with an internet filter system. This advanced system makes it possible for children of all ages to use the internet safely.

Design

This tablet has a 7 inch display and is covered with protective rubber to protect it from damage in the event of a fall. The rubber also gives the tablet a slim shape.

There is a micro HDMI output, rear and front camera with 0,3 and 2,1 megapixels respectively, a mono speaker, Bluetooth, a headphone jack and a micro SD slot with expanding the available memory of up to 32 GB.

The micro USB port can be used to charge the tablet and read USB OTG (on-the-go) to retrieve files on an appropriate flash drive.

The screen is below average. Kids tablet are known for their low resolution screens, with less spectacular viewing angles. Kurio tab 2 1024 × 600 resolution has no IPS screen and so the colors don't look that vivid, especially from the side.

Kurio Tab 2's performance has also been mixed; Equipped with a quad core processor makes its operations fast although some applications take longer to run.

The screen also needs a bit more pressure to recognize the action it has to perform.

Audio

The quality of the sound is above average, but not that great. It can't be turned up that loud, but for you as a parent this might actually be more of a relief than a limitation.

However, the audio does sound much better when the tablet is in its case and lies flat on the table. It is clearly primarily intended to be used instead of standing by means of the extendable part at the back of the cover.

Access to applications

Other than the pre-installed apps, this kids tablet gives you unlimited access to the Google Play Store and Android OS Lollipop makes even more applications easily accessible.

The pre-loaded e-books, apps and games can be used after creating an account as a parent and setting up the child's profile.

It also has a number of Android features as standard that you can use yourself, such as the Google apps: Gmail, Maps, photos, YouTube, and others that are automatically allowed in each profile.

It's amazing how Kurio uses the flexibility of Android profiles and not its own system to make the transition between the profiles much easier.

You don't often see this with a tablet made for children, especially with google play features.

This also means that as your child grows, they can get rid of the bumper and slowly get a full-fledged tablet with increasing access to using the Android Lollipop system.

Parental supervision

The system of parental supervision on the Kurio Tab 2 Telekids was very close to winning the best-in-class awards.

That goes to show how seriously they have taken this part of the design in the software. To access the parental controls, open the Kurio Genius app on the home screen of the mother mode.

Here you can set up to eight profiles for everyone in your household.

The Kurio Genius app will use the date of birth you enter to make an initial pre-selection with predefined filters by measuring what is recommended for minors at that age and what they can and cannot use.

In addition, you can also choose from internet pages and apps from the google play store that are often not only suitable for a children's tablet.

Kurio Genius gives parents control over the programs that children can work with and the time they can use the tab. Applications from Google, such as Gmail, Chrome or YouTube can also be limited.

The tablet can be set to refuse to read unauthorized USB drives.

And if the time for your kids to play with the tablet runs out for the day, you can enter the key to simply (for once) increase it by twenty minutes.

The System Email app gives children access to their own email addresses.

Parents don't need to worry here either, as they can also monitor their child's use of this app, approve which messages they can see, and also add new contacts to the trusted contacts list to monitor that there are no strange contacts are made.

Conclusion of this Kurio Tab 2 Telekids review

In summary, we can say that children are coming into contact with the digital world at an increasingly younger age. It therefore seems the most natural thing in the world to place a baby or toddler behind a tablet.

However, these developments make it difficult to monitor children's screen use.

Fortunately, there are devices that actually stimulate a safe playing environment. Apart from the camera and the resolution, everything else is just great.

The Kurio Tab 2 is a tablet that excels in particular because of the child-friendly software. Besides the fact that the device is equipped with numerous educational apps, the Kurio Genius Parent application ensures that you as a parent have full control. 

It gives full access for parents to set up the operating system and allows downloading apps from the Play Store, which are not available in many kids' tablets.

On this tablet you can easily set the maximum playing time, unsafe websites are automatically blocked and a suitable child profile can be created for each child.

This way, as a parent, you can introduce the child to the digital world without any worries. It also allows the child to grow with functionalities and it is powerful enough to otherwise have to buy a new one for each phase.

So if you are looking for something worth your money, the Kurio Tab 2 is the right choice if you are considering a kids tablet with a full Android system and access to the google play apps and features.

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Joost Nusselder, the founder of Speelkeuze.nl is a content marketer, father and loves trying out new toys. As a child he came into contact with everything related to games when his mother started the Tinnen Soldaat in Ede. Now he and his team create helpful blog articles to help loyal readers with fun play ideas.