Say what you want about Samsung, but they just continue pumping out mobile products left and right. While we have known about these Galaxy Tabs for awhile, since they were announced at MWC, they were officially announced at CTIA down in Orlando, Florida. Here is a brief overview of the specs of the Galaxy Tabs:
- 1 GHz Dual Core Processor
- Android 3.0 (with Samsung’s Touchwiz User Interface)
- 3.0MP Rear Camera with Flash
- 2.0MP Front Facing Camera
You can check out the full specs in the press release after the break.
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Samsung Unveils GALAXY Tab 10.1 and GALAXY Tab 8.9, World′s Thinnest Mobile Tablets
March 22, 2011
Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 and GALAXY Tab 8.9 to feature the first customized Android â„¢ 3.0 experience
ORLANDO, March 22, 2011 – Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., the global leader in Androidâ„¢ mobile devices, announced two new additions to its family of GALAXY Tabs, the GALAXY Tab 10.1 and GALAXY Tab 8.9, the world′s thinnest mobile tablets, measuring just 8.6 millimeters.
The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 feature Samsung′s own TouchWiz user interface implemented on the Android™ 3.0 (Honeycomb) platform, offering superior multi-tasking and enhanced user interaction and navigation.
“The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 are remarkable examples of Samsung′s constant innovation and show our dedication to designing premium tablets that fit the unique needs of consumers around the world”, said JK Shin, President and Head of Samsung′s Mobile Communications Business. “By combining Samsung′s innovations in design and display with our exciting new user experience, we′ve created a new class of products that will lead the tablet market.”
Thinner & Lighter
The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 are the thinnest mobile tablets available. The GALAXY Tab 10.1 weighs 595 grams and 8.9 weighs 470 grams. Combining the
GALAXY Tabs′ ultra-thin form factor with a lightweight design adds to the outstanding mobility of these two products.
Super Fast
The new GALAXY Tabs will support HSPA＋ network speeds of up to 21Mbps as well as Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n connectivity to deliver rapid mobile download speeds and reduce data transfer times. Also, the GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 include a 1GHz dual core application processor for a powerful
multimedia and web browsing experience.
Customized User Experience “Samsung TouchWiz UX”
Samsung′s TouchWiz user experience is designed with a Live Panel menu users can customize to display a variety of content on the home screen including digital pictures, favorite Web sites and social network feeds. In addition, the interface includes an application tray of commonly used features such as task manager, calendar and music player which can be launched while other major applications are also in use, including large file downloads and document
editing. This Mini Apps Tray provides a mixture of convenience and flexibility previously unheard of with tablet devices.
The Ultimate Entertainment Hub
The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 are pre-loaded with Readers Hub and Music Hub giving consumers instant access to more than 2.2 million books, 2,000 newspaper (49 languages), 2,300 magazines (22 languages), and 13 million songs. The devices are also designed with Samsung′s Social Hub, which will aggregate email, instant messaging, contacts, calendar and social network connections into a single interface. The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 feature a 3 megapixel rear camera and a 2 megapixel front camera, providing smooth transition and seamless 1080p HD video and Flash playback for a rich
entertainment experience.
Ready for Business
The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 will include an industry leading suite of solutions designed to give enterprise customers and IT managers more security. Developed in collaboration with industry-leading partners such as Cisco, Sybase, SAP and Citrix, Samsung′s enterprise mobility solutions will provide
flexibility and connectivity for mobile workforces, ensuring that users are able to operate more efficiently on-the-move.
GALAXY Tab 10.1
GALAXY Tab 10.1, with its WXGA TFT LCD display (1280 x 800) powered by 1GHz dual core AP, is 8.6mm thin and weighs only 595g. It is the perfect device for sharing and enjoying media content with family and friends. In addition, with its surround-sound stereo speakers and support for Flash 10.2, the GALAXY
Tab 10.1 will deliver premium entertainment experience whether watching videos, movies or playing games.
Tab 10.1 will deliver premium entertainment experience whether watching videos, movies or playing games.
GALAXY Tab 8.9
At just 8.6mm thin and weighing only 470g, the GALAXY Tab 8.9 is the perfect device for today′s mobile professional. Whether writing emails on a trip or reading an eBook on the couch, the GALAXY Tab 8.9 provides the ultimate tablet experience without compromising mobility.
The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 now join the original 7-inch GALAXY Tab to provide consumers with an unmatched array of choices to select the mobile tablet
experience that fits their needs the best.
Samsung′s entire line of GALAXY Tabs will be on display at the Samsung booth (#2440) at CTIA Wireless 2011, March 22 through March 24.
For multimedia content and more detailed information, please visit www.samsungmobilepress.com.
Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1
| Network | HSPA＋ 21Mbps 850/900/1900/2100 EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 |
|---|---|
| OS | Androidâ„¢ 3.0 (Honeycomb) |
| Display | 10.1″ WXGA 1280×800 |
| Processor | 1GHz Dual Core application processor |
| Camera | Main(Rear) : 3.0-Mega Pixel Camera AF with LED Flash Front : 2.0-Mega Pixel Camera |
| Video | Format : MPEG4/H263/H264,Divx/Xvid Playback : 1080p Full HD Video @ 30fps Recording : 720p HD Video |
| Audio | MP3, AAC, AAC＋, eAAC＋, OGG, MIDI, AMR-NB/WB 3.5mm Ear Jack, Surround Sound Stereo Speakers |
| Enterprise Solutions | Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync |
| Quickoffice HD Editor | |
| Value-added Features | Android Marketâ„¢ |
| Google Mobile Services : Googleâ„¢ Talk Video Chat, Googleâ„¢ Maps, Books, etc. |
|
| Samsung TouchWiz UX | |
| Samsung Mini Apps Tray | |
| Social Hub, Music Hub, Readers Hub ＊Availability differs by region |
|
| Adobe Flash Player 10.2 | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth® technology v 2.1 ＋ EDR USB 2.0 WiFi 802.11 (a/b/g/n) |
| Sensor | Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Digital Compass, Ambient Light sensor |
| Memory | 16G / 32G / 64G, microSD (up to 32GB) |
| ＊Size | 256.6 x 172.9 x 8.6 mm, 595g |
| Battery | 6800mAh |
Samsung GALAXY Tab 8.9
| Network | HSPA＋ 21Mbps 850/900/1900/2100 EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 |
|---|---|
| OS | Androidâ„¢ 3.0 (Honeycomb) |
| Display | 8.9″ WXGA 1280×800 |
| Processor | 1GHz Dual Core application processor |
| Camera | Main(Rear) : 3.0-Mega Pixel Camera AF with LED Flash Front : 2.0-Mega Pixel Camera |
| Video | Format : MPEG4/H263/H264, Divx/Xvid Playback : 1080p Full HD Video @ 30fps Recording : 720p HD Video |
| Audio | MP3, AAC, AAC＋, eAAC＋, OGG, MIDI, AMR-NB/WB 3.5mm Ear Jack, Stereo Speaker |
| Enterprise Solutions | Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync |
| Quickoffice HD Editor | |
| Value-added Features | Android Marketâ„¢ |
| Google Mobile Services : Googleâ„¢ Talk Video Chat, Googleâ„¢ Maps, Books, etc |
|
| Samsung TouchWiz UX | |
| Samsung Mini Apps Tray | |
| Social Hub, Music Hub, Readers Hub ＊Availability differs by region |
|
| Adobe Flash Player 10.2 | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth® technology v 3.0 USB 2.0 WiFi 802.11 (a/b/g/n) |
| Sensor | Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Digital Compass, Ambient Light sensor |
| Memory | 16G / 32G / 64G, microSD (up to 32GB) |
| ＊Size | 230.9 x 157.8 x 8.6 mm, 470g |
| Battery | 6000mAh |
＊ All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing,
components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2010 consolidated sales of US$135.8 billion. Employing approximately 190,500 people in 206 offices across 68 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, semiconductor chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
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Congratulations Samsung for being the first to be stupid enough to skin honeycomb.
another idiot has something to say!
WHY SKIN THE DAMN THING ?
Now we have to be months behind any update
Not only do they skin it…but the advertise it as a value adding feature.
SERIOUSLY GUYS CUMMON WTF!!!
I was seriously awaiting this release but now I’m pretty sure my heart just fell out of my chest into a bin filled with HIV needles.
Android 3.0 is already buggy.
Now they add the buggiest UI known to android ontop of it.
NOT HAPPY JAN!!
The specs above mention MicroSD but I’m pretty sure neither the 10.1 or the 8.9 have MicroSD. Can you confirm? You have also incorrectly listed the 10.1 with a 3MP camera on the back but I’m sure this is an 8MP. I’ve also read the 8.9 uses a 5MP so I’m still unsure whether this is actually a 3MP or 5MP. It would be nice to get accurate and consistent facts especially as this is giving news on the official announcement.
They both have microsd slot on the top left.
Then why is there an SD connector kit for the 8.9? I’d like an official statement on this. Is it that there is a microSD but a connection kit for standard SD? The previous 10.1 had loads of spec listings incorrectly stating a microSD but the slot on the top of every photo clearly read “SIM”. We have to appreciate that Samsung is balancing a lot, and Google’s current non-support for an SD card in Honeycomb is painful. I believe it’s one of those “cut corners” Andy Ruben was referring to, getting out Honeycomb on non-smartphones.