# Rugged Gaming Tablets The Acer Predator 8 is Ready to Provide an Immersive Experience for Gamers By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-11-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-predator-8 References: [liliputing](http://liliputing.com/2015/11/pre-order-acers-predator-8-gaming-table-for-300.html) & [us-store.acer](http://us-store.acer.com/predator-8-gt-810-15nc-gaming-tablet) The [Acer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-iconia-x12) Predator 8 gaming tablet is currently available for pre-order from the technology brand, which is giving users the ability to get their hands on the coveted device as soon as possible. As the name of the product denotes, the Acer Predator 8 gaming tablet is eight-inches in size and comes packed with an [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-triton-14-ai) Atom x7-Z8700 Cherry Trail processor as well as quad speakers with virtual surround sound technology. Coming standard with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, the Acer Predator 8 gaming tablet features a microSD slot to upgrade storage capabilities by up to 128GBs with a removable SD card. Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, a 5MP rear camera and a 2MP front-facing camera, and finally a 4550 mAh battery that'll provide 8.5-hours of usage round off the Acer Predator 8 gaming tablet as a surefire hit for the upcoming holiday season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rugged Gaming Tablets:** Opportunity for increased mobile gaming experiences in tough environments. - **Virtual Surround Sound Technology:** Opportunity for immersive audio experiences beyond gaming in varied industries. - **Increased Storage Capacities:** Opportunity for increased storage solutions in multiple industries beyond mobile gaming. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** Innovation and design opportunities for companies focused on mobile gaming. - **Audio Technology:** Partnership potential for innovative audio technology solution companies in multiple industries. - **Consumer Electronics:** Application of rugged tablet technology to multiple consumer electronics industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flagship-Inspired Budget Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-iconia-x12.md) - [High-Performance Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-nitro-blaze-8-and-11.md) - [High-Performance Gamer Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redmagic-nova-gaming-tablet.md) - [Gamepad-Equipped Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nitro-blaze-7.md) - [AI-Accelerated Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-triton-14-ai.md) - [Entry-Level Creative Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chromebook-tab-510.md) - [Sleek Compact Tablet Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consumer-electronics-portfolio.md) - [Gaming-Optimized Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-legion-y700.md) - [Collaboration Fashion-Branded Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-flow-z13acrnm-rmt02.md)