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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 tablets officially launched in America

American representative office of Samsung Electronics has officially unveiled the new generation of its flagship Galaxy Tab S2 series tablets. The characteristics and prices of all modifications, which will appear in the American retail already in August, were presented.

The premium Galaxy Tab S2 series complements the already revamped Galaxy Tab E line of low-cost models and the mid-priced Galaxy Tab A internet tablets. The Galaxy Tab S2 line stands out by its especially slim design, just 5.6 mm thick! The tablets in this series will be available in 9.7-inch and 8-inch diagonal versions, weighing only 389 grams and 265 grams, respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

Launching a new generation of flagship tablets, Samsung has decided to abandon the inherent aspect ratio of the Galaxy Tab S1 models 16:10. According to Samsung representatives, recently the tastes of tablet device users have changed markedly, and if the first place of preference was watching movies on a wide screen, but now this factor appears only in sixth position, and the first positions are taken by reading books, working with office applications, surfing and shopping online, for which the most convenient ratio of 4:3. In addition, the design of the new tablets also uses the thinnest and lightest metal frame around the screen on the market.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

The new Galaxy Tab S2 2048×1536 dots QXGA displays feature an updated Super AMOLED design that delivers higher contrast, finer detail, 94% Adobe RGB color gamut – giving users the same comfortable experience of viewing digital text content, including e-books, magazines, web pages and news feeds, as reading traditional print media.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

Read-optimized screen size saves tablet owner from unnecessary scrolling. Plus, the new Galaxy Tab S2’s smart adaptive display automatically adjusts contrast, saturation and sharpness depending on the brightness and color temperature of ambient light, as well as the specific app. A special reading mode will reduce the brightness level of the screen so users can work longer with the tablet without straining their eyesight.

The main technical characteristics of the Galaxy Tab S2 lineup are listed in the table below.

Model

Galaxy Tab S2, 9.7-inch screen

Galaxy Tab S2, 8-inch screen

Network

LTE: 700/ 800/ 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900/ 2100/ 2600

3G: 850/ 900/ 1900/ 2100

2G: 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900

LTE: 700/ 800/ 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900/ 2100/ 2600

3G: 850/ 900/ 1900/ 2100

2G: 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900

Processor

8-core Octacore Samsung Exinos 5433: 4 cores x 1.9 GHz + 4 cores 1.3 GHz

8-core Octacore Samsung Exinos 5433: 4 cores x 1.9GHz + 4 cores 1.3GHz

Display

9.7 inches, 2048×1536 pixels QXGA Super AMOLED

8.0 inches, 2048×1536 pixels QXGA Super AMOLED

Operating system

Android 5.0 Lollipop

Android 5.0 Lollipop

Camera

8MP, autofocus main , 2.1MP front

8MP, autofocus main , 2.1MP front

Video

H.263, H.264(AVC , MPEG4, VC-1, WMV7, WMV8, VP8

Recording: QHD 2560×1440 @30fps

Playback: UHD(3840×2160 @30fps

H.263, H.264(AVC , MPEG4, VC-1, WMV7, WMV8, VP8

Recording: QHD 2560×1440 @30fps

Playback: UHD(3840×2160 @30fps

Audio

MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA, Vorbis, FLAC

MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA, Vorbis, FLAC

Google mobile services

Chrome browser, Gmail, Google Search, Map, YouTube, Hangouts, Play Story, Play Movies, Play Music, Drive, Photos

Chrome browser, Gmail, Google Search, Map, YouTube, Hangouts, Play Story, Play Movies, Play Music, Drive, Photos

Connecting

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac MIMO 2.4 GHz/5 GHz , Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.1 BLE

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac MIMO 2.4 GHz/5 GHz , Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.1 BLE

Navigation

GPS, GLONASS

GPS, GLONASS

Sensors

Accelerometer, Fingerprint Scanner, Gyroscope, Compass, Hall sensor, RGB sensor

Accelerometer, Fingerprint Scanner, Gyroscope, Compass, Hall Sensor, RGB sensor

Memory

3GB RAM + 32/64GB internal memory, microSD card slot up to 128GB

3GB RAM + 32/64GB internal memory, microSD card slot up to 128GB

Synchronization with PC

Smart Switch

Smart Switch

Dimensions

169 x 237.3 x 5.6 mm

134.8 x 198.6 x 5.6 mm

Weight

389 g Wi-Fi , 392 g LTE

265g Wi-Fi , 368g LTE

Battery

5870 mAh

4000mAh

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 provides comfortable multitasking, allowing you to browse and run two apps simultaneously. Also thanks to the new “Pop-up Window” feature – the user will be able to navigate between multiple apps. Galaxy Tab S2 offers an improved storage system.

For fans of high-quality photos, the tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 has a new optical system with a focal length of F1.9 in Galaxy Tab S2 models was F2.4 that lets in 60% more light and lets you take brighter, crisper photos in low light.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 comes pre-installed with Microsoft Office Solutions Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote , which allows you to create and edit documents even on the go. In addition, owners of the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 get two years of free storage up to 100 GB in the cloud service OneDrive.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 features a fingerprint scanner to protect the user’s personal data. Built-in enhanced security sensor provides easy authentication with a simple press of the home button. Plus, anti-virus is pre-installed for added security. And for those who want to keep everything under control and manage the device most efficiently, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 offers the Smart Manager, which displays the most important parameters of the device, such as battery level, available storage space, RAM load. In addition, the Galaxy Tab S2 also supports advanced connectivity with Samsung smartphones and TVs.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

The Galaxy Tab S2 will come with a wide range of optional accessories. The most interesting one is the wireless Book Cover Keyboard with a built-in trackpad, which is promised to cost about 8-9 thousand roubles.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

When buying a Samsung GALAXY Tab S2, each user can ask for free settings and individual training from Samsung technical specialists at Samsung brand stores and Service Plazas. Our consultants will help you set up and install the necessary applications, tell you about all the interesting functions of this gadget and teach you how to use it. In addition, users of Samsung tablets and smartphones will be able to get clear advice or expert help without leaving home. You will need to install the Smart Tutor application and call Samsung’s One-Stop Support. The company’s specialist makes all the necessary settings remotely, and the entire process is displayed on the screen of a tablet or smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 tablets will be available in America in August. The manufacturer’s recommended retail price for the 9.7-inch model with Wi-Fi and LTE is 3,990 Dollars, with Wi-Fi only at 3,5990 Dollars. Price models with 8-inch screen is 34990 and 31990 Dollars, respectively.

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Comments: 2
  1. Delaney

    Are the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 tablets compatible with all cellular carriers in America or are they exclusive to certain networks?

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  2. Benjamin Adams

    What are the key features and specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 tablets? And where can one purchase them in America?

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