ESSEN, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--German consumer electronics company MEDION today announced the new 7-inch MEDION^® LIFETAB^® E7232 tablet. The lightweight tablet weighs just 0.68 pounds and is 0.43 inches thin, making it an affordable and ultraportable option for today’s on-the-go consumers. It will be sold exclusively at ALDI stores in the U.S.

The sleek and durable LIFETAB features a quad-core processor as well as a multi-touch display with IPS technology, vivid HD resolution (1024 x 600 Pixel) and an anti-fingerprint coating, providing users with sharp performance and a clean screen. The tablet’s integrated GPS and e-compass allows users to navigate no matter where they are, even without cellular or Internet connections, via the pre-installed MEDION^® GoPal^® OSM Turn-by-Turn application.

Additionally, the 2MP front and rear cameras enable users to capture quality photographs and videos from multiple perspectives to share with friends and family. The tablet’s 16 GB internal memory easily expands to 80 GB with an external memory card option*, giving users ample space to store all of their multimedia content. The 1 GB DDR3 RAM memory enhances users’ ability to multitask on their favorite social media applications, and the Google Play™ store offers access to over one million applications.

With numerous connection options, including microUSB 2.0, microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory card readers, as well as a USB host function, users can easily transfer data and connect accessories for enhanced productivity and entertainment, including a keyboard, mouse, headset and speakers. Additionally, the LIFETAB includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity functions, allowing users to easily connect to WiFi networks and other devices at home, at work or on the go.

The LIFETAB runs on the Android™ 4.4 KitKat® operating system. The smart, intuitive interface simplifies the user experience, while the LIFETAB’s lithium ion battery keeps it operating for up to six hours.¹

Pricing and availability

The MSRP for the LIFETAB E7232 tablet is $99.99. The tablet is available today exclusively at ALDI stores in the U.S. and comes standard with a two-year manufacturer’s limited warranty. ALDI operates more than 1,300 stores in over 30 states in the U.S.

For additional details, please visit ALDI online. www.ALDI.us.

About MEDION®

MEDION AG is a stock corporation based in Essen with approximately 1,000 employees. MEDION is part of the international Lenovo Group. The MEDION business model is focused on manufacturing high-quality, innovative trend products with an appealing design at reasonable prices for a wide range of buyers in the consumer electronics sector. In addition to its traditional European promotion-based business in consumer electronics products, MEDION also develops and markets complementary digital services, particularly in the sectors telecommunications/MEDIONmobile, photo service, downloads and online services.

© 2014 MEDION AG. All rights reserved.

MEDION® and the corresponding MEDION logo are registered trademarks of MEDION AG in Germany and/or other countries. Other brands or product names are protected for their respective trademark owners.

^*Memory card not included¹Dependent on the type of use.

Tech specs of MEDION^® LIFETAB^® E7232:

• Built in GPS with turn by turn directions
• 7" HD multitouch display with IPS technology and anti-fingerprint coating (1024 x 600 Pixel)
• ARM Cortex A9 (1.6 GHz) quad-core processor
• Android™ 4.4, KitKat^®
• Up to 16 GB internal memory, expandable to 80 GB with external memory card (not included)
• 1 GB DDR3 RAM memory
• 2 MP front camera and 2 MP camera on the back
• Wi-Fi & Bluetooth 4.0 function
• Access to numerous apps on Google Play^TM
• USB host function
• Li-ion battery - up to 6 hours runtime¹

Pre-installed applications:

• McAfee anti-virus software (30-day trial version)
• MEDION® GoPal® OSM turn-by-turn app: Open street map navigation possible without Internet connection. Freely available basic map material must be downloaded by region as required.

Connections:

microUSB 2.0 with USB host function, microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC memory card reader, audio out

Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight:

Approx. 193.04 x 121.93 x 10.92 millimeters / 309 grams

Package Contents:

MEDION® LIFETAB® tablet PC, anti-glare screen protector, microUSB cable, microUSB host cable, mains adapter, warranty card, quick start guide, device overview, safety handbook

¹ Dependent on the type of use.