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Modio M796 | 256GB Virtual Storage | 6GB Virtual RAM | 7-inch IPS Display | 4000mAh Battery | 4G SIM
A first screen for young children, sized for small hands and suited to supervised learning at home.
Condition: New
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Modio M796 is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 7,000, brand new and sealed, with a 7-inch IPS display, a 4000mAh battery, 4G SIM support, 256GB virtual storage and 6GB virtual RAM. Those two memory figures are what the tablet's software reports, not the size of its physical chips, so real usable space and working memory are lower. The Modio M796 is a budget Android tablet for young children. You can see it at our shop on the first floor of the Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, in Green or Pink.
Designed for parents choosing a first tablet for a child of about four to eight, the Modio M796 handles cartoons, alphabet and counting apps, YouTube Kids, and video calls with grandparents in Kisumu or Nyeri. The usual problem is the family phone. A child borrows it, taps into M-Pesa messages, makes accidental calls or cracks the screen you need for work. A separate tablet ends that daily tug-of-war for good. The Modio M796 gives the child a screen of their own while your phone stays in your pocket, and it charges from a power bank during KPLC outages.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops print 256GB on these tablets as if it were real storage, Mascom International tells you plainly that it is virtual and will check the usable space on the unit with you before you pay. Customers across Nairobi tell us the 7-inch size suits small hands better than a 10-inch slate, and that a cheap tablet takes the pressure off the household phone. Walk in to hold the Modio M796 and test it, or order it on WhatsApp with pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the Modio M796
How much is the Modio M796 256GB in Kenya?
The Modio M796 costs KSh 7,000 brand new and sealed at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That price includes the 12-month warranty, the charging accessories the manufacturer supplies, and pay-on-arrival delivery across Kenya. In this batch, the Modio M777 sits KSh 500 higher with 512GB virtual storage, but a bigger virtual figure does not promise more real space. Parents on a tight budget usually find the Modio M796 at KSh 7,000 covers what a young child needs for cartoons and learning apps.
Is the 256GB storage on the Modio M796 real?
No, the 256GB on the Modio M796 is a virtual figure, and the physical storage inside is smaller. The same applies to the 6GB virtual RAM. The tablet's software reports these numbers, but the chips hold less. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will check the usable space on the unit before you buy. The supplier lists a microSD slot for cards up to 128GB, and a memory card adds real space for downloaded videos and books.
Is the Modio M796 a good first tablet for a 5-year-old?
Yes, the Modio M796 suits a 5-year-old's first tablet because it is light, small at 7 inches and cheap enough that a drop is not a disaster. Young children mostly watch cartoons, play tracing and counting games, and video-call family, and this tablet handles that light work. Put a shock-absorbing kids' case on it from day one. Sit with your child for the first few weeks so they learn which apps are theirs and when the tablet goes away.
Should I buy the Modio M796 or the Modio M750?
Pick the Modio M796 for a younger child who mainly watches and plays at home, and the Modio M750 for an older child who needs to call you. Both cost KSh 7,000 at Mascom International, both have 7-inch IPS screens and 4000mAh batteries, and both report 256GB virtual storage. The difference is the SIM. The Modio M796 takes one 4G SIM for data, while the Modio M750 lists dual SIM calling, which suits a child who travels to school alone.
Does the Modio M796 need a Safaricom or Airtel SIM card to work?
No, the Modio M796 works on Wi-Fi at home without any SIM card. The 4G SIM slot is optional. Add a Safaricom or Airtel Kenya data line if your child uses the tablet in the car, at a relative's house or anywhere without Wi-Fi. A small weekly data bundle covers light YouTube Kids viewing. Many parents in Kenya simply leave the SIM slot empty and download cartoons over home Wi-Fi so the child watches offline without using data.
Can I limit screen time and apps on the Modio M796?
Yes, the Modio M796 runs Android, so you can use Google's free Family Link app from your own phone to set daily time limits and approve app installs. Family Link needs the Google Play Store on the tablet, so ask us to confirm it on the unit when you visit. YouTube Kids also has its own parent settings for age range and a timer. Setting these up on the first day saves arguments later and keeps your child away from content meant for adults.
Can I add more storage to the Modio M796?
Yes, the supplier lists a microSD card slot on the Modio M796 that takes cards up to 128GB. A memory card gives real, physical space, unlike the 256GB virtual figure the tablet reports. Use it for downloaded cartoons, audiobooks and photos so the internal memory stays free for apps. Memory cards are sold separately at Mascom International, and we can fit one and check that the tablet reads it before you leave the shop.
Who should buy the Modio M796 and who should skip it?
Buy the Modio M796 if you want a cheap, small tablet for a young child's cartoons, learning apps and family video calls. Skip it if your child plays heavy games, needs a large screen for schoolwork, or will keep many apps and videos stored on the tablet itself. For real storage, the G-Tab P9 with 4GB RAM and 64GB physical storage costs KSh 13,700 at Mascom International. Children who must call home will be better served by the Modio M750.
Technical Specifications
Display
- 7-inch screen — a size a young child can hold through a whole cartoon without resting it on a table.
- IPS LCD panel — IPS is a screen type that keeps colours steady when tilted, so two siblings watching together see the same picture.
- Compact body — slips into a school bag or a handbag pocket more easily than a 10-inch tablet.
- Picture suited to its price — clear enough for cartoons, picture books and drawing apps, not for detailed photo editing.
- Brightness controls in Android — lower the screen for evening use, which is easier on young eyes and on the battery.
Processor and Performance
- Budget-class processor — Modio does not publish the chip name, so expect performance suited to light daily use.
- Handles the basics — streams YouTube Kids, runs alphabet and counting apps, and opens simple drawing and puzzle games.
- Not a gaming tablet — heavy titles such as PUBG Mobile or Call of Duty Mobile need far stronger hardware.
- One app at a time works best — closing an app before opening the next keeps the tablet responsive.
- Android operating system — runs standard Android apps; ask us on WhatsApp to confirm the Android version on the unit.
Memory and Storage
- 256GB virtual storage — this is the figure the software reports, not the size of the physical memory chip.
- 6GB virtual RAM — virtual RAM borrows part of the storage to act as working memory, and it is slower than real RAM.
- What virtual means for you — real usable space is smaller, so plan for a handful of apps rather than a large library.
- microSD slot listed for cards up to 128GB — a memory card adds real, physical space for downloads.
- Check before you pay — ask us on WhatsApp and we will read the usable space from the unit's settings.
Camera
- 5MP rear camera listed by the supplier — enough to photograph a drawing or a page and send it to a parent.
- 2MP front camera listed by the supplier — handles video calls with relatives at basic quality in good light.
- Best results in daylight — small camera sensors struggle indoors at night, so face a window during calls.
- A fun first camera — children enjoy photographing toys, pets and family, which builds early confidence with technology.
- Not for keepsake photos — use a phone camera for school events or portraits you plan to print.
Battery and Charging
- 4000mAh battery — mAh measures battery capacity, and this size covers several cartoon and learning sessions between charges.
- Charges from the supplied charger — use the accessories that come in the box for steady, safe charging.
- Works with a power bank — a basic power bank keeps the tablet going on long trips or away from a socket.
- Lower brightness lasts longer — dimming the screen and closing unused apps stretches time between charges.
- Overnight charging habit — charging time is not published, so plug it in at bedtime and it is ready each morning.
Connectivity and Network Support
- 4G SIM support — insert a data SIM and the tablet goes online without home Wi-Fi.
- Single SIM slot listed — one line at a time, which keeps the setup simple for a child's device.
- Wi-Fi — connects to home internet for downloads, updates and video calls without spending mobile data.
- Data first, not calls — for a child who needs to phone home, the Modio M750 lists dual SIM calling.
- Accessory pairing — wireless headphone support is not published, so confirm on WhatsApp before buying earphones for it.
Package Contents
The Modio M796 comes brand new and sealed with the tablet and its charging accessories as supplied by the manufacturer. Box contents can vary between shipments, so message us on WhatsApp to confirm the full list for the unit you are buying. A kids' protective case and a microSD card are worth adding for a young child, and both are sold separately at Mascom International. If you prefer, we open the seal with you at the counter and power the tablet on before you pay.
Warranty
The Modio M796 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building. Keep your receipt and bring the tablet with its charging accessories.
Where to Buy the Modio M796 in Kenya
The Modio M796 is on the shelf at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your child along to hold it, try a cartoon and pick between Green and Pink.
To ask about stock, colours or usable storage, reach us here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders in Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, and other major towns such as Nakuru, Kisumu, Eldoret and Thika receive delivery the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is backed by the 12-month warranty above. We give honest specifications, including the truth about virtual storage, accurate pricing, and after-sales help from a real shop you can visit.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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