Samsung has announced two new additions to its family of GALAXY Tabs, the “GALAXY Tab 10.1” and “GALAXY Tab 8.9” at the CTIA 2011. These are world’s thinnest mobile tablets, just 8.6mm thin and runs on Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) platform. Both these smart tablet features a lightweight design, WXGA display, 1GHz dual core processor, 3 MP rear camera and a 2 MP front camera, HSPA+ up to 21Mbps, 1080p HD video and Flash playback.
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.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Technical Specifications:
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.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 Technical Specifications:
Pricing and Availability –
- The Wi-Fi version of GALAXY Tab 10.1 is priced at $499 for 16GB and $599 for 32GB model. It is set to launch on June 8th in the US.
- The Wi-Fi version of GALAXY Tab 8.9 is priced at $469 for 16GB and $569 for 32GB model. It is set to launch early this summer.
Personally, I think that the Galaxy Tab looks so much better than the iPad. I prefer the 8.9″ one because it is small enough to fit anywhere, but yet it looks like it will be great for watching movies and shows! I can’t wait to get one! I know the first app that I will be downloading will be the DISH Remote Access app. As a customer and employee of DISH Network, I have been using this app on my Galaxy S phone and I always wanted a bigger screen to stream live TV and recordings to from my 922 SlingLoaded receiver. The iPad seems a little too big to take anywhere. So this is perfect! I hope that summer comes quickly, because I want one NOW!