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Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8766B

Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)
5.4/10

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

90%

5.1

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 77% of tablets
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 63%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

4.4

Display

16%

5.5

Camera

14%

2.1

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 81%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 66%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components:

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

4.4

Display

16%

5.5

Camera

14%

2.1

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio & Multimedia

5.1
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Popularity:
Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 6.4 points, which is lower than 62.4% of Tablets.
6.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components:

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.8
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 8.5% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 53.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 13.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 60.5% of tablets and equal to that of 18% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
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Chipset
MediaTek MT8766B
This tablet uses the MediaTek MT8766B chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 86.5% of tablets and equal to those in 0.3% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1280×800 which is lower than that of 68.1% of tablets and equal to that of 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
189 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi which is lower than that of 66.5% of tablets and equal to that of 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
AGC Dragontrail Glass
This tablet uses AGC Dragontrail Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 54.6% of tablets and equal to that on 2.8% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 5 MP which is lower than that of 63.6% of tablets and equal to that of 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is wider than that of 57.5% of tablets and equal to that of 24.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
4,080 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,080 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 83.9% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 61% of tablets and equal to speeds in 33.2% of tablets.
Battery life
4 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 4 hours, which is shorter than that of 98% of tablets and equal to that of 1% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not receive direct OS updates. 79.7% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
310 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 310 g which is lighter than 90.4% of tablets and equal to the weight of 1.7% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
?
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 36.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (310 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    310 g vs 490 g
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 2.74x cheaper
    Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£95 vs £260).
    £95 vs £260
  • 50.1 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (125.2 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    125.2 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 74.8 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (125.2 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    125.2 mm vs 200.0 mm
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 4 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (8 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    8 vs 4
  • Designed for kids
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 2.74x cheaper
    Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£95 vs £260).
    £95 vs £260
  • 4 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (8 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    8 vs 4
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a higher touch sampling rate than the average tablet (180 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 36.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (310 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    310 g vs 490 g
  • 50.1 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (125.2 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    125.2 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 74.8 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (125.2 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    125.2 mm vs 200.0 mm
  • Designed for kids
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (4 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    4 hours vs 10 hours
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 38% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,080 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,080 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 101 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    300 nits vs 401 nits
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 57% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Worse GPU
    This tablet uses the PowerVR GE8300 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR GE8300 vs Mali-G51
  • 50% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 101 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    300 nits vs 401 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1280×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 15.6% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 50 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (350 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    350 nits vs 400 nits
  • 32 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No touch autofocus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, the average tablet does. 82.8% of tablets allow touch-to-focus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not have a panorama mode, the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets include panorama features.
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (4 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    4 hours vs 10 hours
  • 38% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,080 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,080 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • 0.7 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    8.7 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
GregglesTV
≈ estimated
03/09/2022
Hands-on review · kids app, parental controls and speakers
Verdict
Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular is a good little buy for kids, with a free kid-safe app and easy setup, though not high powered.
6.0
GregglesTV
≈ estimated
06/12/2020
Hands-on review · apps, games and camera
Verdict
Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular has mediocre performance and screen, but is acceptable for kids, basic browsing and video at this price.
8.0
TechOdyssey
≈ estimated
30/11/2020
Hands-on review · performance, storage and use cases
Verdict
Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular is a solid budget LTE tablet for light use, streaming and kids, but not for productivity or gaming.
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Expert reviews

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Summary of the review
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uk.pcmag.com
18/12/2020
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au.pcmag.com
19/12/2020
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18/12/2020
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)

  • Affordable price point, often described as an excellent budget alternative to Amazon Fire tablets.
  • Strong 4G LTE connectivity, including support for Band 71 which is beneficial for rural coverage.
  • Surprisingly good audio quality for its price range, reaching high volumes without significant distortion.
  • Lightweight and compact 8-inch design that is easy to hold and highly portable.
  • Useful dedicated 'Kids Mode' with parental controls and rest reminders.
  • Features a modern USB-C charging port, which is an upgrade over many budget competitors using micro-USB.

What customers don't like about Alcatel Joy Tab 2 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)

  • Cameras perform poorly, especially in low light where images become dark and blotchy.
  • Hardware limitations (3GB RAM) cause it to struggle or crash with hardware-intensive games and apps.
  • Display is highly reflective in direct sunlight and has noticeable pixelation that may cause eye fatigue during long reading sessions.
  • Frequent user reports of charging port failures or durability issues over time.
  • Limited onboard storage of 32GB, with only about 23GB available out of the box.
  • No support for fast charging, typically taking nearly 4 hours to reach a full charge.

Verdict

The Alcatel Joy Tab 2 is a budget-friendly 8-inch Android 10 tablet designed for everyday mobility with built-in 4G LTE cellular connectivity. It is powered by a 2.0 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT8766B processor paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 256GB via a microSD card. The device features a 1280 x 800 HD IPS display protected by Asahi glass and a 4,080 mAh battery that supports approximately 8.5 to 9 hours of usage. Key highlights include its lightweight 11-ounce design, a dedicated Kids Mode for parental controls, and a USB-C charging port. However, it lacks biometrics like fingerprint or facial recognition, the 5MP front and rear cameras perform poorly in low light, and the screen can be highly reflective in direct sunlight.

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